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Hayley Williams Announces 'Petals For Armor Tour'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 5, 2020


GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Hayley Williams has announced her eagerly awaited first solo tour. The “Petals For Armor Tour” officially gets underway on May 13th with a series of European dates, including shows in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. North American dates begin May 28th at Seattle, WA's Moore Theatre and then travel to Los Angeles, CA's Wiltern on June 1st, Brooklyn, NY's Brooklyn Steel on June 24th, and through to a very special homecoming concert set on June 29th at Nashville, TN's Brooklyn Bowl. The Ninth Wave will support all European headline dates, while Arlo Parks will provide support on all US dates.

Gina Fritz Releases New Single 'Remedy' Featuring Whitney Peyton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 7, 2020


Connecticut-based pop rock artist Gina Fritz has released her new single 'Remedy' (feat. Whitney Peyton), available on all digital platforms NOW. Also a member of alt pop duo Keyed Up, Gina is honing in on her personal style with the release of 'Remedy.' Previously a member of a pop punk band, she uses her high-energy stage experience to her advantage through her new solo work. Energetic and feisty, 'Remedy' ties together all of Gina's prior work to create an edgy package that's all her own. 'Remedy' is a unique design, uncovering elements of early 2000's pop/rock icons and meshing them together with a sprinkle of theatrical emo-pop. About the single, she states:

Hayley Williams Unveils PETALS FOR ARMOR I
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 6, 2020


GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Hayley Williams has unveiled “PETALS FOR ARMOR I,” a special five-track collection heralding her much anticipated debut solo album, PETALS FOR ARMOR. “PETALS FOR ARMOR I” is available now for streaming and download HERE. PETALS FOR ARMOR arrives via Atlantic Records on Friday, May 8th; pre-orders are available beginning today at PetalsForArmor.com.

Hayley Williams Releases 'Leave It Alone'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 30, 2020


GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Hayley Williams has announced today's premiere of “Leave It Alone,” the stunning new song from her anticipated debut solo album, “PETALS FOR ARMOR.” The track is available now via Atlantic Records at all DSPs and streaming services; an official video – directed by Warren Fu (Paramore, The 1975, The Strokes)  – is streaming now via the Paramore singer and founder of haircare and color company Good Dye Young's official YouTube channel.

Hayley Williams Debuts Solo Single 'Simmer'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 22, 2020


Hayley Williams has announced today's premiere of “Simmer,” the first single from the GRAMMY® award-winning Paramore singer and founder of haircare and color company Good Dye Young's hugely anticipated debut solo album. The smoldering track is available now via Atlantic Records at all DSPs and streaming services; an equally fiery official video – directed by Warren Fu (Paramore, The 1975, The Strokes) – is streaming now via the official Hayley Williams YouTube channel below!

Lizzo, Tool, and Tame Impala to Headline Bonnaroo 2020 - See Full Lineup!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 7, 2020


Today, Bonnaroo reveals the initial lineup for the 19th annual edition of the internationally acclaimed four-day multi-stage camping festival set to take place June 11 – 14 at Great Stage Park, the spectacular 700-acre farm and event space located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, TN. The 2020 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival will once again present an extraordinarily diverse bill featuring top artists spanning countless genres and stylistic approaches performing around the clock across more than 10 unique stages over the four-day event. Thursday, June 11 will include: Grand Ole Opry Feat. Special Guests, Andy Frasco, Larkin Poe, The Regrettes and more.

American Football's YEAR ONE DEMOS is Out Today
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 13, 2019


American Football's Year One Demos is out today via Polyvinyl Record Co. The collection of newly mastered and previously unreleased instrumental demos are being released to mark the 20th anniversary of the band's seminal eponymous debut LP. Year One Demos also closes out a phenomenal year for the band that included the release of American Football LP3. Their latest album won widespread praise upon its release, and has recently been heralded in Best of 2019 album lists by the likes of  NPR Music, Alternative Press, Variety, Kerrang, and more.

Taylor Janzen Releases Sophomore EP, 'Shouting Matches'
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 3, 2019


With her stunningly sparse melodies and minimalistic guitar riffs, 19 year old Taylor Janzen may seem softly spoken, but her staggering lyrical narrative and deeply personal writing sends a resounding message. Today, she returns with her sophomore EP, Shouting Matches premiering on NOISEY.

Music Biz 2019 Conference Panels, Keynotes, and Award Winners
by Tori Hartshorn - May 1, 2019


Music Biz 2019, powered by the Music Business Association, will take place Sunday, May 5 through Wednesday, May 8 at the luxurious JW Marriott Nashville. Heralded year after year for its slate of educational programming, the Annual Conference has become the industry's premier business-focused event, and features presentations from influential industry trailblazers seldom seen at other events.

Bonnaroo Unveils Full 2019 Schedule
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 8, 2019


Superfly and A.C. Entertainment are proud to reveal the absolutely epic full schedule for the 2019 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. This year's edition of the world-renowned four-day multi-stage camping festival will showcase a remarkably eclectic selection of top artists spanning innumerable genres alongside over 100 unique events and activities taking place on its one-of-a-kind campground Plazas, once again delivering the most inimitable and inventive complete experience of any festival anywhere in the world.

American Football's New Album is Out Today
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 22, 2019


Today, American Football celebrate the release of their critically acclaimed new album, American Football (LP3), out now on Polyvinyl Record Co. This spring and summer the band will tour North America with support from Illuminati Hotties, Pure Bathing Culture, and Tomberlin, and will also perform at Fuji Rock Japan, Form Arcosanti, Santa Teresa Music and Arts Festival, and this weekend at Treefort Music Festival.  All upcoming tour dates, including a just announced second show at The Warsaw in Brooklyn this May, are below.

Bonnaroo Unveils Extensive Onsite Experience Updates
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 25, 2019


The 2019 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival has unveiled a series of incredible updates to its campground Plazas, ensuring that this year's event offers the most exciting and innovative camping experience anywhere. The 18th annual four-day multi-stage camping festival will take place June 13 - 16, held as always at Great Stage Park, the spectacular 700-acre farm and event space located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, TN. Tickets - including General Admission (4 Day), VIP (4 Day), Platinum (4 Day) and more - are on sale now. Tier 4 tickets are nearly sold out but fans can lock in GA tickets for just $47 via ticket layaway plans. For complete details and ticket availability, please visit www.bonnaroo.com/tickets.

Maribou State Release New Video For KINGDOM, US Tour Starts Next Month
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 31, 2019


Directed by David Horsburgh at Agile Films, the video brings to life Maribou State's “Kingdom (feat. North Downs)”. Drawing on the themes of their recent album Kingdoms In Colour, the visuals build a 'universe of picture postcards in bloom'.

American Football Release 'Uncomfortably Numb' Featuring Hayley Williams, Announce Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 22, 2019


American Football is excited to share the new single “Uncomfortably Numb (feat. Hayley Williams)”, from the forthcoming full-length album, American Football (LP3), out March 22nd on Polyvinyl Record Co. The song is available to stream everywhere now, and available to hear and watch via the Atiba Jefferson directed music video which features cameos from actor/comedian Blake Anderson (Workaholics), pro skater Paul Rodriguez, and Samhain drummer London May. The latest single from the group's third full-length album, “Uncomfortably Numb (feat. Hayley Williams)” follows the previously released “Silhouettes”, which The New York Times called “arrestingly beautiful”, and NPR Music declared “a vivid shift in songwriting for the band.” While the album as a whole has landed on the most anticipated releases of 2019 lists for Pitchfork, AV Club, and Stereogum among others.

Phish, Childish Gambino, Post Malone to Headline BONNAROO
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 8, 2019


Superfly and A.C. Entertainment are excited to reveal the initial lineup for the 2019 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. The 18th annual four-day multi-stage camping festival will take place June 13 - 16, held as always at Great Stage Park, the spectacular 700-acre farm and event space located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, TN. Tickets - including General Admission (4 Day), VIP (4 Day), Platinum (4 Day) and more - will go on sale Thursday, January 10, at 12 noon ET/11 am CT, exclusively via www.bonnaroo.com/tickets. Bonnaroo has never been more accessible with GA ticket layaway plans available for just $47.

Hayley Williams To Curate New Bonnaroo Plaza & Other Surprises
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 3, 2018


The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival has always sought new ways to enhance the fans' onsite experience and the 2019 event will continue to emphasize this more than ever as it unveils an array of remarkable new features and improvements.

Sad Song Enthusiast, Taylor Janzen Finds Herself In NEW MERCIES
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 29, 2018


With her stunningly sparse melodies and minimalistic guitar riffs, 19 year old Taylor Janzen may seem softly spoken, but her staggering lyrical narrative and deeply personal writing sends a resounding message.  

Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendez with Zedd to Perform on the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 3, 2018


Dick clark productions and ABC today announced a performance from multiplatinum singer/songwriter Camila Cabello, as well as a first-time AMA collaboration from multiplatinum artist Shawn Mendes with award-winning artist/DJ/producer Zedd, for the "2018 American Music Awards." Cabello, Mendes and Zedd join previously announced performers benny blanco with Halsey and Khalid, Cardi B featuring Bad Bunny and J Balvin, Mariah Carey, Ciara featuring Missy Elliott, Dua Lipa, Panic! At the Disco, Post Malone featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood, as well as a special tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross, the "2018 American Music Awards," the world's largest fan-voted awards show, will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 8:00 p.m. EDT, on ABC.

Paramore to Celebrate Nashville with 'Paramore Art + Friends'
by Macon Prickett - Jun 26, 2018


GRAMMY® Award-winning recording group Paramore has announced a very special concert event in their beloved hometown of Nashville, TN. Set for Friday, September 7th at Nashville Municipal Auditorium, “Paramore Art + Friends” is a one–night-only celebration of Nashville's extraordinary music and arts community featuring a headline performance by Paramore and support from friends and local artists including COIN, Bully, Canon Blue, Liza Anne, and Nightingail. Paramore.net presales begin today at 12 noon CT and continue through Thursday, June 28th at 10 pm CT; Live Nation/Ticketmaster presales run Wednesday, June 27th at 10 am CT to Thursday, June 28th at 10 pm CT. All remaining tickets will be released to the general public on Friday, June 29th at 10 am CT. For complete details, please see artandfriendsnash.com.

Taylor Janzen Premieres New Track STATIONS From Upcoming Album INTERPERSONAL Out August 10
by Macon Prickett - Jun 21, 2018


Introducing 19 year old Winnipeg artist, Taylor Janzen, who today premieres her new track, 'Stations' onThe Line of Best Fit.

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