Between the Buried and Me Continue 20th Anniversary Celebration with Vinyl Reissue From Craft RecordingsMarch 24, 2020Craft Recordings is pleased to announce a vinyl reissue of the scorching, 2002 eponymous debut from progressive hardcore outfit Between the Buried and Me. The album, which has been remixed and remastered by its original producer, Jamie King, is set for a May 15th release date and is currently available for pre-order. A limited-edition version of Between the Buried and Me, pressed on clear-colored vinyl, can be found exclusively on the band's website and is also available to pre-order today. These reissues are both part of the band's 20th anniversary celebrations, which will be marked by special releases and extensive touring.
Sufjan Stevens & Lowell Brams Release APORIA Early Today, Donating 50% Of ProceedsMarch 24, 2020Sufjan Stevens and Asthmatic Kitty Records cofounder, longtime collaborator and Stevens' stepfather Lowell Brams release their collaborative album Aporia—originally slated for this Friday, March 27—today. The album is available now at local record stores, and get it digitally here. 50% of the proceeds from sales of the record will go to food-focused charities benefitting those impacted by COVID-19 (No Kid Hungry) as well as to Partners In Health.
American Black Film Festival PostponedMarch 24, 2020ABFF Ventures LLC., today announced that it has postponed the 2020 American Black Film Festival (ABFF). The 24th annual event scheduled to take place June 17 – 21 in Miami Beach has been rescheduled for October 21-25, 2020.
Celtic Thunder Heads to the Van Wezel Performing Arts HallMarch 24, 2020Celtic Thunder storms onto the mainstage with their latest live show, IRELAND. The international sensation will play at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Sunday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m. IRELAND is a brand-new revue show that revisits their most popular Irish and Celtic songs of the past decade and celebrates the influence of Irish and Celtic music around the world. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 3 at 10 a.m.
Marisa Maino Announces Debut Concept AlbumMarch 24, 2020Pop artist Marisa Maino announced today the forthcoming release of her debut concept album, Stages of Love and Heartbreak - available April 10. The 7-song album, distributed via AWAL, was produced by Jordan Sapp and Mike Robinson, with songs co-written by Allison Veltz-Cruz, Bre Kennedy, Sarah Troy and more. The project includes four previously released singles — “Hot,” “Boy Toy,” “Ever Young” and “Want U Like That” — as well as new songs “Bored & Brokenhearted,” “Mistake” and “Love Sux.”
Sondre Lerche Announces New Album PATIENCEMarch 24, 2020Los Angeles-based, Norwegian-born singer/songwriter Sondre Lerche has announced his ninth studio album Patience will release on June 5th. After living in New York City for over a decade, the album is his first since relocating to the west coast. Recorded mostly in Norway, the inspiration for this record, as Lerche tells it, comes from a recently discovered love of ambient music, running marathons, and a quest for serenity. Today, he shared the video (directed by Jon Danovic) for the album's lead single 'You Are Not Who I Thought I Was.' The album is now available for pre-order.
Metal Band FROM HELL Releases RATS & RAVENSMarch 24, 2020Metal horror band FROM HELL returns in 2020 with a new album called RATS & RAVENS. Staying true to the vision that each release is a concept album, Aleister Sinn (the live persona of George Anderson, creator/writer of FROM HELL), releases an album both dark and sinister.
Hinds Change Album Release Date & Announce Updated Tour DatesMarch 24, 2020Madrid-based quartet Hinds recently announced their third album, The Prettiest Curse, which was scheduled for release on April 3rd on Mom + Pop. Today the band announces that they will be rescheduling their album release date for June 5th. Additionally, they have re-routed the majority of their North American tour and added a UK/EU tour. Due to circumstances outside of the band's control, such as time constraints and availability, a number of tour dates were forced to be cancelled in the process of rescheduling the tour. Hinds looks forward to coming back to those cities as soon as they can. In the meantime, refunds to ticket buyers are available at the point of purchase, and all tickets for rescheduled dates will remain valid. See below for a statement from the band, and for the updated tour routing.
The Foxies Release 'Call Me When Your Phone Dies'March 24, 2020 The Foxies have built their uniquely feral brand of rock 'n' roll out of thrashing punk energy and the hypnotic pageantry of electronic pop. Today, the Nashville-based power trio announced the May 29 release of their EP Growing Up Is Dead with “Call Me When Your Phone Dies,” a new single that mixes grunge and second-wave EDM and turns the other cheek on a Rolodex full of wannabe players.
Jackie Lynn Releases New Track 'Dream St.'March 24, 2020On April 10 Jackie Lynn will release a new album, Jacqueline, via Drag City. Today the band is excited to reveal a new single (and video) off the LP, “Dream St.” Listen and watch below!
Albert Castiglia to Release Live Album WILD AND FREEMarch 24, 2020The new album by the Albert Castiglia Band, Wild and Free, was recorded live at The Funky Biscuit live in Boca Raton, Florida. This in-your-face live performance captures the energy and guitar mastery that Castiglia shares with his audiences each time he takes the stage. With special guests Mike Zito, John Ginty, and Lewis Stephens, this is THE live album Albert Castiglia fans have been waiting for!
VIDEO: Norm Macdonald Does Coronavirus Stand UpMarch 24, 2020On March 13, comedian Norm Macdonald shared an eight minute stand up routine about the coronavirus on his Youtube page. Macdonald performed at the LA Improv comedy club, prior to the mayor of Los Angeles ordering any crowd of more than seven or eight people to be shut down.
KCRW Announces Music Programming UpdatesMarch 24, 2020 KCRW has announced changes to its line-up of music DJs to ensure the safety of all KCRW staff, and to continue to provide Southern California, and listeners worldwide, with the unique blend of music, news, and community engagement, for which the station is well-known.
Hunter Hayes To Perform 'In The Lab' Music Sessions On YouTubeMarch 24, 2020Multi-platinum selling recording artist and songwriter Hunter Hayes, announces he will perform live music sessions titled 'In The Lab' beginning Tuesday March 24, for the next four weeks. Released via his YouTube channel, in support of the #StayHome and Jam #WithMe livestream sessions, each episode ranging between 12 and 15 minutes, will feature Hayes building his songs from scratch. A front row seat to Hayes in his element, fans will experience firsthand how he comes up with arrangements in real time. Hunter's incredible proficiency at such a wide variety of instruments allow him to re-approach each song with a new energy. Hunter states, 'It's like taking my studio on the road. The show gets built in front you. Every night, we start from scratch, and I can't wait for everyone to see it.'
ABC to Premiere DAVID BLAINE: THE MAGIC WAY on April 1March 24, 2020Innovative endurance artist and magician David Blaine returns to ABC with his reality-defying magical acts for a one-hour special, “David Blaine: The Magic Way,” WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 (10:00 – 11:00 p.m. EDT).
The 2020 Garden State Film Festival Goes VirtualMarch 23, 2020Stars shine this Thursday, 26 March 2020, when the Garden State Film Festival presents hundreds of independent films virtually through parallel and dynamic digital streaming in light of the global COVID-19 crisis, and the announcement from the Governor of the State of New Jersey further restricting public gatherings.
Devon Allman Announces the 'We Are Still All Together Tour'March 23, 2020BMG recording artist Devon Allman of the Allman Betts Band is going to go 'on tour' from his house! Since bands can't go city to city during these difficult and separated times, Allman will change themes from show to show to keep it unique. “One night will be cover songs, one night originals, one night Q&A live, one night special guests, one night request hour, etc” said Allman.