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Kimya Dawson Shares Cover of Daniel Johnston's 'Follow That Dream' Photo Kimya Dawson Shares Cover of Daniel Johnston's 'Follow That Dream'
by Michael Major - February 14, 2023

The compilation, originally shared as a CD-only release in 2006, features standout performances of Johnston classic by some of indie music's greatest talents, including: Danielson & Sufjan Stevens, Kimya Dawson, Dot Allison, Mike Watt, Jad Fair & Kramer, Jeffrey Lewis, LUMBEROB, R. Stevie Moore, and...

Maria Chiara Argirò Releases 'Forest City' Remixes By Byron the Aquarius, Salami Rose Photo Maria Chiara Argirò Releases 'Forest City' Remixes By Byron the Aquarius, Salami Rose Joe Louis, Terracassette
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023

Maria Chiara Argirò broke onto the electronic scene last year with her breathtaking, jazz infused album Forest City which earned high acclaim from Pitchfork, BBC, The Fader and garnered comparisons to the likes of Thom Yorke and Kelly Lee Owens.  On Forest City, Argirò liberated herself from the str...

THE GATEKEEPERS Musical Concept Album to Be Released in November Photo THE GATEKEEPERS Musical Concept Album to Be Released in November
by Michael Major - September 26, 2022

The album’s composer Alex Wroten is joined by an array of highly acclaimed vocalists to bring the story to life: The Residents, Shawn Phillips, Brian Poole (Renaldo & The Loaf), R. Stevie Moore, Elaine di Falco (Yugen, Caveman Hughscore), Mont Campbell (Egg, National Health), Bob Drake, Amy Denio, D...

Half-Handed Cloud to Release New Album 'Flutterama' Photo Half-Handed Cloud to Release New Album 'Flutterama'
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022

Flutterama is a record of 18 jubilant indie-pop songs by John Ringhofer, investigating spiritual incompetence with lively arrangements and radiant melodies that skillfully dissolve into deterioration using herky-jerky tape manipulation, analog wow-and-flutter, and an animated orchestra of home-recor...

Justus Proffit Shares 'Big Mistake' Off New Album 'Speedstar' Photo Justus Proffit Shares 'Big Mistake' Off New Album 'Speedstar'
by TV News Desk - June 24, 2021

He shared 'Burning the Ground', a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, it reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone. ...

Justus Proffit Shares 'Burning The Ground' & Announces New Album Photo Justus Proffit Shares 'Burning The Ground' & Announces New Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021

Lead single 'Burning the Ground' is a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, the song reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone. ...

Nu Garcon Releases New Single 'Do What You Love' Photo Nu Garcon Releases New Single 'Do What You Love'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 15, 2021

“There’s a kind of naivety to our approach - and in the songs themselves” says Tony.  “A lack of polish or gloss, a simplicity, a refusal of ‘cool-ness’. But it’s mixed in with a sort of maturity. Both of us have been round the block as musicians. We are older than we were… and I think this has an i...

Titles From Irma Thomas And James Booker Set For Vinyl Reissue Photo Titles From Irma Thomas And James Booker Set For Vinyl Reissue
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 04, 2020

Craft Recordings is proud to reissue two significant titles from New Orleans royalty: Classified from R&B piano virtuoso James Booker and the GRAMMY® Award-winning After the Rain, from soul singer Irma Thomas. ...

Ladies of Soul Rule September with Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Oleta Adams, Jody Photo Ladies of Soul Rule September with Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Oleta Adams, Jody Watley and Many More at Blue Note
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 29, 2019

September brings some of music's most iconic female performers including Motown stars Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Lady of Soul Oleta Adams and '80s icon Jody Watley. Local artists include the Honolulu Jazz Quartet, Henry Kapono presenting his Artist 2 Artist Concert Series featuring Blayne Asin...

Motown Gospel Releases HITSVILLE: A MOTOWN GOSPEL CELEBRATION Photo Motown Gospel Releases HITSVILLE: A MOTOWN GOSPEL CELEBRATION
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 16, 2019

Today, Motown Gospel honors 60 years of Motown with the release of the digital compilation Hitsville: A Motown Gospel Celebration, available here, with lyric videos for each classic song available on Motown Gospel's YouTube Channel....

American Black Film Festival Announces the Emerging Directors and Music in Motion Sho Photo American Black Film Festival Announces the Emerging Directors and Music in Motion Showcase Selections
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 21, 2019

The Emerging Directors and Music in Motion Showcase selections have been announced for the 23rdAnnual American Black Film Festival (ABFF), taking place June 12-16 in Miami.  These programs were launched with the aim of increasing diverse representation in the entertainment industry and are set to sc...

Former AMERICAN IDOL Finalist Elise Testone To Release Second LP Photo Former AMERICAN IDOL Finalist Elise Testone To Release Second LP
by Tori Hartshorn - April 09, 2019

Soulful singer/songwriter ELISE TESTONE, a former American Idol finalist and powerhouse vocalist whose incredible stage presence and bluesy maturity rank with the best, is releasing her long-awaited sophomore album, This Is Love, on April 17 and immediately mounting an East Coast Tour that includes ...

Music Biz Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees Photo Music Biz Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 26, 2019

The Music Business Association (Music Biz) today announces this year's inductees for its Music Business Hall of Fame, including the late Sir George Martin, who will be inducted by his son Giles Martin. This year's honorees will be recognized during the Music Biz 2019 Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner -- ...

Steven John Simon Releases 'Eyes Closed' Photo Steven John Simon Releases 'Eyes Closed'
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 18, 2019

The second single, “Eyes Closed,” by veteran Marine and Louisiana singer and songwriter, Steven John Simon was announced exclusively on The Country Note on Friday March 15. The evocative single is available on all digital music platforms here....

Reese Wynans, of Double Trouble, Releases CROSSFIRE Music Video Photo Reese Wynans, of Double Trouble, Releases CROSSFIRE Music Video
by Tori Hartshorn - February 20, 2019

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member and world-renowned Nashville-based keyboardist Reese Wynans recently announced his first-ever solo albumSweet Release, a collection of songs honoring a paramount selection of blues-rock legends. The long anticipated album comes following a career that's spanned over 5...

Steven John Simon Announces Pre-Order for Second Single 'Eyes Closed' Photo Steven John Simon Announces Pre-Order for Second Single 'Eyes Closed'
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 19, 2019

Veteran Marine and Louisiana singer and songwriter, Steven John Simon (pronounced' SEE MAAH,) has announced a pre-order for his second single “Eyes Closed” written by Casey Carpenter, (Kane Brown), Bryce Mauldin and Josh Johnson (Kane Brown). Pre-order the single here....

Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore Featured On New 'Crossfire' Single From Fellow Rock & Ro Photo Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore Featured On New 'Crossfire' Single From Fellow Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Reese Wynans feat. Joe Bonamassa
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 29, 2019

The Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore was announced as a guest collaborator on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, and world-renowned Nashville-based keyboardist, Reese Wynans first-ever solo album, Sweet Release. Moore makes his guest appearance on the album's first single, 'Crossfire,' providing his signa...

Stevie Ray Vaughan's Bandmate Reese Wynans to Release First Solo Album Photo Stevie Ray Vaughan's Bandmate Reese Wynans to Release First Solo Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 17, 2019

 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member and world-renowned Nashville-based keyboardist Reese Wynans announces his first-ever solo album Sweet Release, a collection of songs honoring a paramount selection of blues-rock legends. The long anticipated album comes following a career that's spanned over 50 years...

DIY Godfather R. Stevie Moore Releasing New Album Featuring Ariel Pink, Jason Falkner Photo DIY Godfather R. Stevie Moore Releasing New Album Featuring Ariel Pink, Jason Falkner, Lane Steinberg
by Tori Hartshorn - January 04, 2019

R Stevie Moore: this guy again. The Godfather of DIY home recording. Hundreds of self-released albums over the past 50 years. Dozens issued on countless indie labels since 1976. Pop craftsman, crafty grandpop, notorious curmudgeon. Blah blah blah blah blah. Most recently teamed with Jason Falkner on...

January Events At City Winery Chicago Photo January Events At City Winery Chicago
by Tori Hartshorn - January 03, 2019

The following are acts performing at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, in January. Please consider including in your upcoming calendar and cultural listings. All City Winery Chicago events are open to all ages and start at 8:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Tickets can be purchased by ca...

Conrad Winslow's Debut Album 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' Out 11/17 Photo Conrad Winslow's Debut Album 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' Out 11/17
by Emily Bruno - November 14, 2017

The Perfect Nothing Catalog, the debut album by Alaska-raised and Brooklyn-based composer Conrad Winslow, comes out November 17 on Innova Recordings. With the dizzying half-hour title work as its centerpiece, it features three instrumental electroacoustic pieces commissioned and recorded by Cadillac...

Conrad Winslow Releases 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' Album 11/17 Photo Conrad Winslow Releases 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' Album 11/17
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2017

The Perfect Nothing Catalog, the debut album by Alaska-raised and Brooklyn-based composer Conrad Winslow, comes out November 17 on Innova Recordings....

Conrad Winslow Releases 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' 11/17 on Innova Photo Conrad Winslow Releases 'Perfect Nothing Catalog' 11/17 on Innova
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017

The Perfect Nothing Catalog, the debut album by Alaska-raised and Brooklyn-based composer Conrad Winslow, comes out November 17 on Innova Recordings....












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