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Sigur Rós Announce New Orchestral Tour Dates With 8 New Cities Photo Sigur Rós Announce New Orchestral Tour Dates With 8 New Cities
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024

This upcoming tour will be the first time these cities will experience the full orchestral performance. For the new dates, Sigur Rós will once again enlist the Wordless Music Orchestra, the exception being Detroit, where they will be joined by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Robert Ames will also re...

Cassie Kinoshi Announces Philharmonic Jazz Album 'gratitude' Photo Cassie Kinoshi Announces Philharmonic Jazz Album 'gratitude'
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024

Mercury Prize-nominated (2019) and Ivors Academy Award-winning composer, arranger & alto saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi  announces a new album gratitude with her flagship ensemble seed. The album eatures Kinoshi & her band alongside turntablist NikNak and the London Contemporary Orchestra. ...

Video: Sigur Rós Share '8' Video; First in Series of 10 Videos by 10 Directors Photo Video: Sigur Rós Share '8' Video; First in Series of 10 Videos by 10 Directors
by Michael Major - July 27, 2023

“8” follows Katya Gimro and Alexey Krupnik’s video for “Andrá” and the video for “Blóðberg” - a sepia-toned birds eye view of desecrated and barren land in reflection of socio-political and environmental anxieties directed by Johan Renck, the director whose past directorial credits include HBO’s Che...

Sigur Rós to Release Surprise Album 'ÁTTA' Tomorrow Photo Sigur Rós to Release Surprise Album 'ÁTTA' Tomorrow
by Michael Major - June 15, 2023

Sigur Rós surprised fans with the confirmation that they will tomorrow release their first new studio album in ten years. Titled ÁTTA, the ten-track album is their most intimate and emotionally direct record to date, A first song lifted from the album, “Blóðberg,” was released on Monday and is avail...

Genre-Bending ALFA MIST Shares New Track ft. Bongeziwe Mabandla Photo Genre-Bending ALFA MIST Shares New Track ft. Bongeziwe Mabandla
by Michael Major - March 28, 2023

East London musician, producer, composer and rapper Alfa Mist shares “Apho,” his latest single from his highly anticipated forthcoming album Variables out on ANTI-. He is also set to return to the United States for shows in Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles & San Francisco directly follow...

Sigur Rós Announce Orchestral Tour Dates for North America Photo Sigur Rós Announce Orchestral Tour Dates for North America
by Michael Major - March 16, 2023

Accompanied by the Wordless Music Orchestra in North America, the band will perform this new material as well as favorites from their extensive catalog. The tour kicks off with Meltdown Festival in the UK, where the band will perform with the London Contemporary Orchestra, who also accompany them on...

Christine and the Queens Announces First Names for Meltdown Curation Photo Christine and the Queens Announces First Names for Meltdown Curation
by Michael Major - March 13, 2023

The Southbank Centre has announced the highly anticipated first acts performing as part of Christine and the Queens’ Meltdown. Reflecting the wealth of Christine and the Queens’ influences and inspirations, the 28th edition of the world’s longest-running artist curated festival will take place this ...

ALFA MIST Shares 'Aged Eyes' Ahead of New Album Photo ALFA MIST Shares 'Aged Eyes' Ahead of New Album
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023

The track features bass and vocals from his longtime collaborator, Kaya Thomas-Dyke, and follows the release of recent singles “4th Feb (Stay Awake)” and “BC.” Throughout “Aged Eyes,” Alfa Mist leads the way on keys while Thomas-Dyke blends her gossamer vocal over a finger-picking guitar melody to s...

Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers & More to Feature on The National's New Album Photo Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers & More to Feature on The National's New Album
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023

Anchored by evocative melodies and an enthralling lyrical narrative, First Two Pages of Frankenstein signals a new chapter in the band’s beloved discography. The 11-song album was produced by The National at Long Pond Studios in upstate New York and features guest appearances by Taylor Swift, Phoebe...

Teebs Enlists Panda Bear for 'Did It Again' Photo Teebs Enlists Panda Bear for 'Did It Again'
by Michael Major - September 26, 2022

An awe-inspiring output over the past nine years includes two full-length albums and one mini-album on Brainfeeder, multiple split albums and collaborative EPs with the likes of Daedelus and Jeremiah Jae, and two limited run CDs on My Hollow Drum. He is also one half of the Sons of Morning with fell...

The National Announce New Single 'Weird Goodbyes' with Bon Iver Photo The National Announce New Single 'Weird Goodbyes' with Bon Iver
by Michael Major - August 22, 2022

The National have been playing a number of new songs live since returning to the road this May, and now, the group releases one of them as a new single through 4AD, “Weird Goodbyes,” feat. Bon Iver. The single continues the tradition of Justin Vernon’s collaborations with the band in the studio and ...

Drum & Lace Announce New Album 'Natura' Photo Drum & Lace Announce New Album 'Natura'
by Michael Major - March 21, 2022

Natura was mixed by Paul Corley (Liminal/Sigur Ros) and mastered by Joshua Eustis (Telefon Tel Aviv). The record features the London Contemporary Orchestra (on Canary, Moss, Armatura, Plantae) and Italian drummer Valentina Magaletti (Nicolas Jaare/Lafawndah) on the closing track, 'Plantae.'...

London MC Alfa Mist Shares New Track 'Organic Rust' Photo London MC Alfa Mist Shares New Track 'Organic Rust'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 02, 2021

Of the track Alfa states: “In the UK version of 'Blackjack' the 'Bring Backs' Rule means you can't celebrate your win until the next round is over, Organic Rust is a song about being at odds with the idea of success and how that can lead to apathy.“...

Thom Yorke: Final Tomorrow's Modern Boxes U.S. Dates Announced Photo Thom Yorke: Final Tomorrow's Modern Boxes U.S. Dates Announced
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 13, 2020

Following the announcement of his April 11th and 18th Coachella 2020 appearances, Thom Yorke has confirmed two headline dates that will complete his Tomorrow's Modern Boxes tour:...

Moor Mother Releases Single 'The Myth Hold Weight' Photo Moor Mother Releases Single 'The Myth Hold Weight'
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 16, 2019

Out November 8th, Analog Fluids of Sonic Black Holes is the new album by Philadelphia-based artist, poet, and musician Camae Ayewa, also known as Moor Mother. Today, hear the record's ethereal centerpiece 'The Myth Hold Weight,' which features production by King Britt....

Thom Yorke Extends Tomorrow's Modern Boxes Tour Photo Thom Yorke Extends Tomorrow's Modern Boxes Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 14, 2019

Thom Yorke has extended Tomorrow's Modern Boxes—the touring entity comprised of Thom, Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri—to include new dates across the U.S., UK and Europe beginning March 28 and running through July 13, 2020....

Thom Yorke to Release NOT THE NEWS Remix EP Digital and Limited Edition 12' Vinyl Photo Thom Yorke to Release NOT THE NEWS Remix EP Digital and Limited Edition 12' Vinyl
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 01, 2019

On August 2, Thom Yorke will be releasing an EP of remixes for the track “Not The News” from his new album, ANIMA (XL Recordings)....

Thom Yorke's SUSPIRIA Limited Edition Unreleased Material EP to be Available on Strea Photo Thom Yorke's SUSPIRIA Limited Edition Unreleased Material EP to be Available on Streaming Services
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 16, 2019

Due to popular demand, Thom Yorke's Suspiria Limited Edition Unreleased Material EP will now be made available on streaming services on the same February 22 release date as the 12” vinyl....

THOM YORKE: SUSPIRIA LIMITED EDITION UNRELEASED MATERIAL to be Released February 22 Photo THOM YORKE: SUSPIRIA LIMITED EDITION UNRELEASED MATERIAL to be Released February 22
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 10, 2019

February 22 will see the release of seven previously unheard recordings from Thom Yorke's Suspiria… sessions. This 12” vinyl release from Thom and XL in partnership with The Vinyl Factory will be strictly limited to 1,500 copies and will consist of the following tracks:...

Thom Yorke Releases Fifth Track Off Of Upcoming SUSPIRIA Album Photo Thom Yorke Releases Fifth Track Off Of Upcoming SUSPIRIA Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 25, 2018

The sublime piano and vocal melodies at the center of "Unmade" signal the fifth and final song to be released in advance of Thom Yorke's Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film). "Unmade" follows previous advance offerings "Open Again," "Volk," "Has Ended,' and the first piece of music to emerg...

Thom Yorke Releases 'Open Again' Ahead of the Release of SUSPIRIA Album Photo Thom Yorke Releases 'Open Again' Ahead of the Release of SUSPIRIA Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 18, 2018

ast night saw the release of the acoustic guitar and vocal ballad "Open Again," the fourth song to be released in advance of Thom Yorke's Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film).  "Open Again" follows the release of "Volk"-'a synth-laden and creepy instrumental that harkens back to the sounds ...

VIDEO: Thom Yorke Releases 'Volk' from the Upcoming SUSPIRIA Soundtrack Photo VIDEO: Thom Yorke Releases 'Volk' from the Upcoming SUSPIRIA Soundtrack
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 11, 2018

Last night saw the release of the haunting instrumental “Volk,” the third song to be released in advance of Thom Yorke's Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film).  The unveiling of “Volk” follows the release of “unsettling” (NPR) second track “Has Ended' and first single “Suspirium”—described b...

VIDEO: Thom Yorke Releases 'Has Ended' from the SUSPIRIA Soundtrack Photo VIDEO: Thom Yorke Releases 'Has Ended' from the SUSPIRIA Soundtrack
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 03, 2018

Following the release of first single "Suspirium"-described by The New York Times as "sweetly chilling" and Rolling Stone as 'peak Yorke, and scary good"-a second track, "Has Ended," has been released in advance of Thom Yorke's Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film). The album will be release...

THOM YORKE: SUSPIRIA, Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film, to Be Released October 26th Photo THOM YORKE: SUSPIRIA, Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film, to Be Released October 26th
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 04, 2018

Following the fleeting reveal of instrumental passages in two trailers and today's release of the track “Suspirium,” it can be confirmed: Thom Yorke's Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film) will be released October 26 on XL Recordings....












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