Andy Frasco Announces New LP KEEP ON KEEPIN ONFebruary 12, 2020Andy Frasco has announced his upcoming LP Keep On Keepin' On Out April 24th via SideOneDummy Records. The album is a powerful musical snapshot of what's going on with Andy, his band and his fans. It's a therapeutic helping of rock n roll with powerful pop and Americana roots influence. 'Keep On Keepin' On lands somewhere between an emotionally raw therapy session and a rowdy house party.'
Moaning Share the Music Video for 'Fall In Love'February 12, 2020Today, LA's Moaning have shared a video for 'Fall In Love,' the latest from their forthcoming sophomore album, Uneasy Laughter. The video, which premiered via Adult Swim today, was animated and directed by Moaning's own Sean Solomon. Uneasy Laughter is available for pre-order and due March 20th via Sub Pop.
Dim Mak Miami 2020 to Feature Steve AokiFebruary 12, 2020Continuing their decade-long tradition of Miami Music Week events, Steve Aoki & Dim Mak are headed back to Magic City this year to present another springtime affair. Following three years of all night long Wynwood / Arts District dance parties, the label is making a triumphant return to the white sands of South Beach for an eleven hour pool party, kicking off at noon. Join us at Dim Mak Miami 2020 on Thursday, March 19th as we take over the Nautilus Pool. Headlined by Aoki himself, the 21+ event will feature some of the label's most exciting current acts, as well as beloved extended friends and family.
Sugarland to Perform at Aurora's RiverEdge ParkFebruary 12, 2020Sugarland, the electrifying country power duo of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, is returning to the road this summer and Aurora's Thomas J. Weisner RiverEdge Park will be the only Chicago-area stop for the band's There Goes the Neighborhood Tour 2020, Thursday, July 2 at 7 p.m.
CMA Selects Inaugural Participants For Rob Potts International Exchange ProgramFebruary 12, 2020The Country Music Association has selected Julie Bowser (United States) and Megan Hopkins (Australia) as its inaugural participants of the Rob Potts International Exchange Program for individuals pursuing a career in the Country Music industry. Bowser and Hopkins will participate in the four-week industry-focused program, which honors the memory of late Australian promoter Rob Potts.
Lauren Graham To Star In Original Disney+ Series THE MIGHTY DUCKSFebruary 12, 2020Lauren Graham has been cast in the lead role in the new Disney+ series “The Mighty Ducks.” Graham will star as Alex and Brady Noon is set to portray her son, Evan. Based on the '90s hit franchise, the 10-episode original series begins production this month in Vancouver and will premiere later this year on the streaming service. Graham is also a co-executive producer on the series.
Country Westerns Sign To Fat Possum For Debut Album, Share Tour DatesFebruary 12, 2020Nashville rockers Country Westerns are excited to announce their self-titled debut album, to be released on May 1, 2020 via Fat Possum Records. American Songwriter broke the news of the signing and shared new track 'Gentle Soul,' calling it 'the band's not-so-subtle entrance to the Nashville rock scene' and praising its 'poetic punk rock sneer.' Hear 'Gentle Soul' HERE, and pre-order the album HERE.
RATINGS: THIS IS US Tops Demos for NBC on TuesdayFebruary 12, 2020NBC (5.130 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #1) claimed the adults 18-49 crown thanks to its mix of 'Ellen's Game of Games' (4.534 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.9, #4), 'This Is Us' (6.373 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.4, #1) and 'New Amsterdam' (4.483 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T8).

FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE Ups Mike Drucker and Kristen Bartlett to Co-Head WritersFebruary 12, 2020Emmy Award-winning Full Frontal with Samantha Bee has promoted veteran writers Mike Drucker and Kristen Bartlett to co-head writers of television's #1 ad-supported late-night show among young adults. Premiering in 2016 as the only female-hosted late-night program, Full Frontal continues to bring a unique voice and worldview to primetime, shining a bright light on the darkness that is Decision 2020 with a new episode airing tonight at 10:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on TBS. Season five of the late-night talker premiered last week following the unveiling of their new parental leave policy that's the best in late-night. The innovative plan offers staffers 20 weeks full pay for moms and primary caregivers, 4 weeks full pay for spouses/partners, health insurance and job protection for up to a year if they want to take more time off. Full Frontal with Samantha Bee is part of TBS' escapist, lean-back line-up of smart, imaginative programming that tells stories with heart and a comedic edge.
RAC Releases Cover of Third Eye Blind's 'Never Let You Go (ft. Matthew Koma & Hilary Duff)'February 12, 2020Today, Grammy-winning producer and songwriter André Allen Anjos, known as RAC, has released a cover of Third Eye Blind's “Never Let You Go,” featuring singer Hilary Duff and her husband Matthew Koma. Released on Counter Records just in time for Valentine's Day, “Never Let You Go” is Hilary Duff's first track to be released since 2016, and RAC's follow up release to his 2019 EP, Closer.
Penelope Isles Share New Music VideoFebruary 12, 2020Today, the UK-based quartet Penelope Isles have released the video for “Underwater Record Store,” the fourth and final video to be released from the band's breathtaking debut album Until The Tide Creeps In, out now via Bella Union. Led by brother and sister Jack and Lily Wolter, the band are about to embark on a North American tour, supporting Wallows. Full list of dates below. Additionally, Penelope Isles have launched Penny Isles TV, a new way for fans to keep up to date with the band while they are on the road. Watch episode 6 HERE.
Oh Sees Announce North American Fall Tour + UK & EU Tour This SummerFebruary 12, 2020Oh Sees have announced a run of fall North American tour dates. Throughout the month of September, the band will be performing in 18 dates across the U.S. and Canada. In addition to the September tour, Oh Sees will be performing on a UK run of dates in May and a European tour this July. More information is available below and tickets go on sale this Friday, February 14th.
Brandi Carlile to Sing End Credits Song for Disney and Pixar's ONWARDFebruary 12, 2020Five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile has been tapped to perform an emotionally poignant song, a?oeCarried Me With You,a?? for the end credits of the upcoming Disney and Pixar film a?oeOnward.a?? The song is written and produced by Carlile, Phil Hanseroth and Tim Hanseroth, for the original motion picture soundtrack, available digitally from Walt Disney Records on Feb. 28.
Cynthia Erivo To Star in Film Adaptation of the Podcast CARRIERFebruary 12, 2020Tony, Grammy and Emmy-winner Cynthia Erivo is set to star in the film adaptation of Carrier, the hit sci-fi-thriller podcast created by audio studio QCode and Dan Blank. Erivo will reprise her role from the podcast. According to Deadline, Amblin Partners has acquired film rights to the podcast, and Blank will also write and direct the film.
Dierks Bentley, Thomas Rhett and Keith Urban to Headline Watershed Music and Camping FestivalFebruary 12, 2020The ninth-annual Watershed Music and Camping Festival announced today that country superstars Dierks Bentley, Thomas Rhett and Keith Urban will headline the bucket list worthy three-day, two stage camping festival at George, WA's breathtaking Gorge Amphitheatre, overlooking the Columbia River Gorge on July 31-Aug. 2. Other acts also revealed today as part of the festival's consistently stacked main stage lineup include Kelsea Ballerini, Billy Currington, Travis Denning, Russell Dickerson, Lindsay Ell, Gone West Ft. Colbie Caillat, HARDY, Randy Houser, and Jon Pardi. Passes go on sale Friday, Feb. 21 at 10am PT at WatershedFest.com.