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Liz Brasher Releases New Music 'Be In California'
by Michael Major - February 28, 2024 Baby Damn was recorded at the legendary Sunset Sound studio with famed producer Joe Chiccarelli and an all-star group of musicians, including Matt Chamberlain (drums), Sean Hurley (bass), Roger Manning (keys) and David Levita (guitar). My Morning Jacket's Carl Broemel (pedal steel), Bones UK's Carme... 
Brandy Clark Wins Best Americana Performance At 66th GRAMMY Awards
by Michael Major - February 05, 2024 Brandy Clark won Best Americana Performance at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards for her song “Dear Insecurity,” featuring 10x GRAMMY-winner Brandi Carlile—Clark's first GRAMMY win. Clark also performed the song during the GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony, accompanied by SistaStrings. ... 
Juliana Madrid Releases 'Let Go (Frou Frou Cover)'
by Michael Major - November 09, 2023 After releasing “Trackstar”, co-written with GRAMMY-nominated talents Benjamin Ruttner (of The Knocks), and Matthew Koma (Zedd, Carly Rae Jepsen, Shania Twain etc), she finally released the new collection of songs followed by a west coast tour supporting SAINT MOTEL and played her first festival per... 
SHUCKED Songwriter Brandy Clark Drops Holiday Song 'My Favorite Christmas'
by Michael Major - October 27, 2023 In celebration of the holiday season, 11x Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician Brandy Clark’s original Christmas song, “My Favorite Christmas,” is debuting now alongside a new rendition of the classic, “I’ll Be Home For Christmas.” Plus, check out upcoming tour dates from the Shucked son... 
Ryan Beatty Announces 2024 North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - October 10, 2023 Ryan Beatty has announced a 2024 North American headline tour in support of his critically acclaimed album Calico. The 20-date trek kicks off February 15 in Austin, TX and hits major markets including NYC’s Brooklyn Steel on February 24 before wrapping up with a hometown performance at The Wiltern i... 
Video: Brandy Clark Releases New Music Video for 'Dear Insecurity'
by Michael Major - October 10, 2023 The music video for Brandy Clark’s collaboration with Brandi Carlile, is out now. Directed by Trey Fanjoy (Taylor Swift, Miranda Lambert), the poignant video follows several characters, including Clark, as they confront and overcome personal struggles and self-doubt. Plus, check out her upcoming tou... 
Brandi Carlile Debuts Her BARBIE Cover of 'Closer to Fine' With Catherine Carlile From the 'Barbie The Album (Best Weekend Ever Edition)'
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023 Brandi Carlile’s new rendition of Indigo Girls’ “Closer to Fine,” featuring her wife, Catherine Carlile, is out now and featured on the new version of the Barbie movie soundtrack: Barbie The Album (Best Weekend Ever Edition). Produced by Carlile, who plays guitar, piano, keys, banjo and moog on the ... 
Juliana Madrid Releases 'Pixelated' From 'Afterlife' Ep
by Michael Major - July 12, 2023 The 22 year-old Dallas, Texas born Juliana Madrid releases “Pixelated” from her upcoming sophomore Afterlife EP to be released on Neon Gold Records. After releasing “Trackstar”, co-written with GRAMMY-nominated talents Benjamin Ruttner (of The Knocks), and Matthew Koma (Zedd, Carly Rae Jepsen, Shani... 
Juliana Madrid Announces 'Afterlife' EP & Releases 'Trackstar' Single
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023 Madrid wrote “Trackstar” alongside two Grammy-nominated talents; Benjamin Ruttner (of The Knocks), and Matthew Koma (Zedd, Carly Rae Jepsen, Shania Twain etc). Of the experience she recalls: “One thing I remember about the songwriting process is that it all started because I had this first line “we ... 
SHUCKED Songwriter Brandy Clark Drops New Single 'Northwest'
by Michael Major - May 12, 2023 The release adds to yet another landmark year for Clark, who is nominated for Best Original Score at the 76th Annual Tony Awards for Shucked, the new musical comedy she composed alongside longtime collaborator, Shane McAnally. Shucked is nominated for nine awards overall at the 2023 ceremony includi... 
SHUCKED Writer Brandy Clark Debuts New Song 'She Smoked in the House'
by Michael Major - April 21, 2023 In addition to writing songs like “A Beautiful Noise,” the GRAMMY-nominated duet performed by Brandi Carlile and Alicia Keys, and Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow.” Clark, together with longtime collaborator Shane McAnally, composed the music for the new Broadway music comedy, Shucked, which is n... 
Video: SHUCKED Songwriter Brandy Clark Releases 'Buried' Music Video
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023 The official music video for 11x Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician Brandy Clark’s new song, “Buried,” directed by Victoria Stevens. Clark, together with longtime collaborator Shane McAnally, composed the music for the new Broadway music comedy, Shucked, which is now showing at New Yor... 
Juliana Madrid Shares 'Her Big Plans' From Her Upcoming Sophomore EP
by Michael Major - April 05, 2023 'Big Plans' was one of those miracle out-of-thin-air-ideas that happens pretty much never for me and artists alike. It’s like my subconscious had been working on it for weeks, and was just waiting for me to play the right chord progression. Once I found it the core melodies and lyrics came out of me... 
Brandy Clark to Return With Brandi Carlile-Produced Self-Titled Album
by Michael Major - March 24, 2023 Brandy Clark will return this spring with her highly-anticipated new self-titled album. Produced by 9-time Grammy winning Brandi Carlile, the album showcases Clark’s versatility with eleven songs that span the emotional spectrum, including the first single, “Buried,” which is out now.... 
Ryan Beatty Announces New Album 'Calico'
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023 Calico rings in a new era for Ryan Beatty. Co-produced by Ryan and Ethan Gruska, Calico matches Ryan’s lyrical revelations with a luminously detailed sound that inspires endless fascination despite its great subtlety. The result is a timeless and transportive body of work, providing abundant space f... 
SPIN Announces an Unforgettable Lineup During Austin's Biggest Festival Week
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023 The lineup includes Painted Shield, which consists of Pearl Jam's Stone Gossard with acclaimed songwriter Mason Jennings, renowned drummer Matt Chamberlain (Brandi Carlile, Bob Dylan, Pearl Jam), and Seattle leaders Jeff Fielder and soul prodigy Brittany Davis (who will also deliver a performance as... 
Juliana Madrid Shares 'Afterlife' From Her Upcoming Sophomore EP Release
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023 With additional instrumentation from the likes of Griffin Goldsmith [Dawes] and Matt Chamberlain [David Bowie, Pearl Jam], the EP received critical praise. Gorilla vs. Bear listed it as one of the best EP’s of 2022. Additionally, the lead single, “Pretend” was featured in the hit Netflix movie “Do R... 
Zola Jesus Shares New Single 'Into The Wild' From New Album 'Arkhon'
by Michael Major - June 09, 2022 Following the announcement that this July she will embark on a tour with The Cult and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club as well as an appearance at Summerfest in Milwaukee, today Danilova has announced her sole US headlining date in 2022, a show at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles on August 6th.... 
Painted Shield Releases Two New Singles and Live Performance Video
by Marissa Tomeo - May 08, 2022 Today, Painted Shield released two new singles, “Fallin Out Of The Sky” and “Drink The Ocean,” which is captured in a stunning live performance video. The group, which features Pearl Jam guitarist Stone Gossard, acclaimed songwriter Mason Jennings, Matt Chamberlain and Seattle soul prodigy Brittany ... 
Juliana Madrid Releases Sophomore Single 'Peppermint'
by Michael Major - April 21, 2022 'Peppermint” is written by Juliana Madrid, Benjamin Ruttner (The Knocks), Simon Oscroft (Almost Monday, Naked and Famous), Matthew Koma (Kelly Clarkson, 5SOS, Shania Twain), produced by Benjamin Ruttner and Simon Oscroft and features Matt Chamberlain (Lorde, Fiona Apple, Tori Amos, Zola Jesus, WILLO... 
VIDEO: Zola Jesus Shares Video For New Single 'Desire'
by Michael Major - April 19, 2022 Zola Jesus releases a new song, “Desire,” the second single from Arkhon, her first album in five years. The single comes with a new video directed by A. F. Cortes. A minimal yet sweeping track, “Desire” features only Danilova and her piano. Watch the music video for the new single now!... 
Franky Perez Announces 'Crossing the Great Divide' Album
by Michael Major - April 07, 2022 Singer-songwriter Franky Perez confirms his fifth solo album Crossing the Great Divide. The track “The Great Divide,” alongside an accompanying video, are out now, featuring cellist Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica and drummer Matt Chamberlain (Bob Dylan, Brandi Carlile, Fiona Apple, Bruce Springsteen... 
VIDEO: Zola Jesus Shares Video For New Single 'Lost'
by Michael Major - March 23, 2022 Today Zola Jesus announces her 6th full length album, Arkhon, via Sacred Bones. As a preview, she has shared the powerful opening track, “Lost”, and its stark and mesmerizing accompanying video directed by Mu Tunç, shot on location in the Cappadocia area of Turkey.... 
Adele, Britney Spears & More Win People's Choice Awards - See the Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - December 08, 2021 The categories for the ceremony were completely voted for by fan, honoring the best of movies, television, music, and social media. Halle Berry, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Kim Kardashian West, and Christina Aguilera were honored with icon awards. Winners also included Scarlett Johansson, BTS, Cruell... 
Anthony Ramos, Jennifer Hudson & More Nominated for 2021 People's Choice Awards - See the Full List!
by Michael Major - October 27, 2021 Nominations for the 2021 People's Choice Award include Anthony Ramos for 'In the Heights', Jennifer Hudson for 'Respect', 'Cinderella', Britney Spears, Olivia Rodrigo, Kandi Burruss, Lisa Rinna, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone for 'Cruella', Wandavision, Only Murders in the Building, Sterling K. Brown, and ... |
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