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Unknown Mortal Orchestra is an American and New Zealand rock band composed of singer Ruban Nielson, bassist Jake Portrait and drummer Greg Rogove. The band was started by Nielson.

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Declan McKenna's Third Studio Album, 'What Happened To The Beach?' Photo Declan McKenna's Third Studio Album, 'What Happened To The Beach?'
by Michael Major - February 09, 2024

The new record is released amidst Declan's cover of ABBA's “Slipping Through My Fingers” which gained both popularity and notoriety on social media, entering the Billboard TikTok US Viral chart at #10 and climbing. It's Declan's second viral hit on the platform after debut single Brazil became a sta...

Declan Mckenna Shares New Track 'Elevator Hum' Photo Declan Mckenna Shares New Track 'Elevator Hum'
by Michael Major - November 30, 2023

“Elevator Hum” channels the LA sunshine under which the new album was recorded and is built on a loose groove and a laidback, almost calypso rhythm which underpins the track. The song is colourful and confident and follows the leftfield pop of Sympathy and restless euphoria of Nothing Works that rei...

Eric Krasno's Project King Canyon Releases New LP Photo Eric Krasno's Project King Canyon Releases New LP
by Michael Major - November 21, 2023

“Charmer” first appeared on King Canyon’s self-titled debut album’s vinyl release. It is an album rooted in nostalgia and a friendship foraged from the love of music. The trio first came together remotely amidst the quarantine in April 2020, Eric Krasno discovered Otis McDonald's music on Instagram ...

Video: The National Share 'Laugh Track' Feat. Phoebe Bridgers Video Directed By Berna Photo Video: The National Share 'Laugh Track' Feat. Phoebe Bridgers Video Directed By Bernard Derriman (Bob's Burgers)
by Michael Major - November 15, 2023

The National have released the official video for “Laugh Track” feat. Phoebe Bridgers, the title track off their surprise new album. The video was directed and animated by Bernard Derriman, director of The Bob's Burgers Movie, with 3D animation by Adam Phillips. Watch the new music video!...

Declan McKenna Announces Third Studio Album 'What Happened To The Beach?' Photo Declan McKenna Announces Third Studio Album 'What Happened To The Beach?'
by Michael Major - September 13, 2023

McKenna landed in California last year to work with producer Gianluca Buccellati, whose previous projects include Arlo Parks and Lana Del Rey. On his third studio album, McKenna taught and trusted himself to take his time and let the listener soak in the ambience. Pre-order the album and check out u...

iogi Releases New Track '6am' Photo iogi Releases New Track '6am'
by Michael Major - September 12, 2023

iogi's signed with Raw Tapes Records, founded by Yuvi Havkin, who himself is signed to the influential L.A.-based label Stones Throw under the name Rejoicer. Raw Tapes can be viewed as Tel Aviv’s answer to Stones Throw—an uncompromising, genre-defying label that houses a cosmically vast array of art...

iogi Announces New Album With 'we can be friends' Photo iogi Announces New Album With 'we can be friends'
by Michael Major - July 19, 2023

Tel Aviv-based singer, songwriter, and producer iogi returns with his new single. His blend of dream pop and indie rock that shares a kinship with the music of Jerry Paper, Mild High Club, and Real Estate affirms iogi’s status as a forward-thinking 21st-century auteur expanding on the traditions of ...

Divide and Dissolve Release New Single 'Want' From Upcoming 'Systemic' Album Photo Divide and Dissolve Release New Single 'Want' From Upcoming 'Systemic' Album
by Michael Major - June 29, 2023

Divide and Dissolve’s Systemic is a thick wash of sound, equal parts beauty and anguish and creates a wholly encompassing experience for even a casual listener. You can feel the deep intention. Their dense sound is overwhelmingly heavy; a dissonant pounding of percussion, guitars, piano, synths and ...

Divide and Dissolve Release New 'Indignation' Single Photo Divide and Dissolve Release New 'Indignation' Single
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023

Like its predecessor Gas Lit, Systemic was produced by Ruban Neilson of Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Systemic was recorded as a duo and Takiaya says this new album is a continuation of 2021’s acclaimed Gas Lit. “Because of what was built with ‘Gas Lit’, ‘Systemic’ is able to express itself.” ...

Miami's III Points Festival Announces 2023 Dates & First Arts For 10-Year Anniversary Photo Miami's III Points Festival Announces 2023 Dates & First Arts For 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
by Michael Major - April 25, 2023

Returning to the Mana Wynwood Convention Center, Miami’s III Points Festival will celebrate its success in putting counterculture music on the South Florida map over the last 10 years. III Points has become a staple in Miami's cultural landscape, now seen as a landmark event for the region’s music c...

DIVIDE AND DISSOLVE Announce New Album 'Systemic' Photo DIVIDE AND DISSOLVE Announce New Album 'Systemic'
by Michael Major - April 11, 2023

Divide and Dissolve’s new album Systemic examines the systems that bind us and calls for a system that facilitates life for everyone. It’s a message that fits with the band’s core intention: to make music that honours their ancestors and Indigenous land, to oppose white supremacy, and to work toward...

Pearl & The Oysters Feat. LÆTITIA SADIER of Stereolab Release 'Read The Room' Photo Pearl & The Oysters Feat. LÆTITIA SADIER of Stereolab Release 'Read The Room'
by Michael Major - March 28, 2023

After a few inspiring and creative years on the east coast, they headed to Los Angeles where they connected with artists including Alan Palomo (Neon Indian), Riley Geare (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), Dent May, and Alex Brettin (Mild High Club), who contributed to their first record for Stones Throw, C...

LA via Paris' Pearl & The Oysters Announce Album 'Coast 2 Coast' Photo LA via Paris' Pearl & The Oysters Announce Album 'Coast 2 Coast'
by Michael Major - February 28, 2023

Juliette Pearl Davis and Joachim Polack aren’t just musical collaborators – they've connected with artists including Lætitia Sadier (Stereolab), Riley Geare (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), Alan Palomo (Neon Indian), Dent May, and Alex Brettin (Mild High Club) who contributed to their first record for St...

Eric Krasno's 'King Canyon' Album Out Next Week Photo Eric Krasno's 'King Canyon' Album Out Next Week
by Michael Major - January 05, 2023

King Canyon is the supergroup collaboration between Eric Krasno, Otis McDonald, and Mike Chiavaro. The album features notable guests including Derek Trucks and Son Little and has been getting praise from critics and peers including Khruangbin, John Mayer and Adrian Quesada of the Black Pumas. ...

King Canyon Releases New Single with Son Little Photo King Canyon Releases New Single with Son Little
by Michael Major - December 05, 2022

King Canyon, the supergroup collaboration consisting of Eric Krasno, Otis McDonald, and Mike Chiavaro are excited to release their newest single “Ice & Fire” with Son Little on December 2. So far King Canyon have a few singles including “Mulholland” featuring Derek Trucks, with Will Blades on organ;...

King Canyon Releases New Single 'Mulholland' Featuring Derek Trucks Photo King Canyon Releases New Single 'Mulholland' Featuring Derek Trucks
by Michael Major - November 07, 2022

King Canyon, the supergroup collaboration consisting of Eric Krasno, Otis McDonald, and Mike Chiavaro is excited to release “Mulholland” featuring Derek Trucks, with Will Blades on organ. This is the second single from their self-titled album, which also includes their debut single “Keep On Movin” a...

King Canyon Releases New Single 'Mulholland' Photo King Canyon Releases New Single 'Mulholland'
by Michael Major - November 04, 2022

Eric Krasno is a two-time GRAMMY winning guitarist, musician and producer best known for his work with Soulive, Lettuce, Tedeschi Trucks Band & Pretty Lights. Krasno has been nominated for a GRAMMY a total of seven times for Best Blues Album, Best Contemporary Blues, Best R&B, and Best Electronic Al...

King Canyon Releases Debut Single 'keep On Movin' Photo King Canyon Releases Debut Single 'keep On Movin'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2022

King Canyon, the supergroup collaboration consisting of Eric Krasno, Otis McDonald, and Mike Chiavaro has released their debut single 'Keep on Movin,' out now and available everywhere you stream music. ...

King Canyon Releases Debut Single 'Keep on Movin' Photo King Canyon Releases Debut Single 'Keep on Movin'
by Michael Major - October 07, 2022

King Canyon, the supergroup collaboration consisting of Eric Krasno, Otis McDonald, and Mike Chiavaro are proud to release their debut single “Keep on Movin,” out now and available everywhere you stream music. “Keep on Movin” is the first single from King Canyon and part of their forthcoming full le...

Saint Kochi Shares New Single 'Lifeline' from 'Almost Lost' EP Photo Saint Kochi Shares New Single 'Lifeline' from 'Almost Lost' EP
by Michael Major - July 13, 2022

Occupying a similar space to the likes of Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Mercury Rev or Scott Walker, “Lifeline” follows previously released epic cuts “Out Of Time” and “Almost Lost”, and is similarly built on a woozy string-section adored soundscape, expertly supported by a concoction of throbbing bass ...

Lukka Returns With 'Wisdom Of The Sun' To Announce New LP 'Something Human' Photo Lukka Returns With 'Wisdom Of The Sun' To Announce New LP 'Something Human'
by Michael Major - June 28, 2022

Lukka, the brainchild of German-born, New York City-based artist Franzi Szymkowiak, released her latest single + video, “Wisdom of the Sun” today to announce her sophomore album, Something Human, for an August 26. Plus, watch the music video for the new single!...

Haunted Summer Releases New LP 'Whole' on First Day of Summer Photo Haunted Summer Releases New LP 'Whole' on First Day of Summer
by Michael Major - June 21, 2022

Released via Rain Phoenix’s LaunchLeft label, this is the third full-length album from the  husband-and-wife duo of Bridgette Moody and John Seasons, who formed in October 2012. The outfit is currently on the road promoting the new record across the West Coast, opening select dates on The Warlocks’ ...

Petite Amie Share New Single 'Otra Vez' & Announce U.S. Tour Dates Photo Petite Amie Share New Single 'Otra Vez' & Announce U.S. Tour Dates
by Michael Major - June 16, 2022

Petite Amie have shared their new single 'Otra Vez' via Devil in the Woods Records.  With a  more experimental sound, while preserving their melodic essence, the song gives fans both a glimpse of a new side of the band and the first taste of their forthcoming new album. This summer, they play tour d...

Saint Kochi Announces 'Almost Lost' EP, Shares New Single 'Out of Time' Photo Saint Kochi Announces 'Almost Lost' EP, Shares New Single 'Out of Time'
by Michael Major - May 18, 2022

London chamber-pop newcomer Saint Kochi announces the impending arrival of his Almost Lost EP. Along with the news of the EP he is also releasing the hypnotic “Out Of Time.” It’s a gorgeous new song, occupying a similar space to the likes of Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Mercury Rev or Scott Walker. ...

Absolutely Free Announces Remix Album With Joseph Shabason Remix of 'How To Paint Clo Photo Absolutely Free Announces Remix Album With Joseph Shabason Remix of 'How To Paint Clouds'
by Michael Major - April 25, 2022

Absolutely Free released their sophomore album Aftertouch in 2021, a carefully wrought and prismatic journey into the annals of contemporary (read: post-physical) culture. Running free with flourishes of experimentation, yet rooted in melody and rhythm, Absolutely Free blurs boundaries between avant...











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