Heavy Pettin' Releases First New EP on Valentine's DayFebruary 4, 2020Heavy Pettin' first stirred into action when vocalist Hamie, guitarists Gordon Bonnar and Punky Mendoza, drummer Gary Moat and bassist Brian Waugh first burst out of Glasgow in 1981. They were vibrant, priapic, anthemic and focused. As they showed on a three-track demo, and on the subsequent debut single for independent label Neat ('Roll The Dice'__/'Love Xs Love'), they were more than mere Def Leppard slaves. In fact, the Pettin' had an international sound that owed something to AC/DC, UFO, Thin Lizzy and Foreigner, but also had its own raging momentum.
Social Animals Announces Tour With Beach Slang February 4, 2020New Rise Records signees Social Animals have announced a North American tour with Beach Slang and The Aquadolls this Spring. The nearly month-long run kicks off in Berkeley, CA on March 29th and hits most major cities along the northern US – including the band's hometown of Minneapolis – before wrapping in Washington D.C. on April 22nd.
Basia Bulat Unveils New Single And Video 'Already Forgiven'February 4, 2020Today, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Basia Bulat unveils “Already Forgiven” from her forthcoming record Are You in Love? out March 27 via Secret City Records. The song and video premiered this morning on Consequence of Sound —watch below!
TIDAL Releases Docu-Series for Inaugural Grant Program, TIDAL UnpluggedFebruary 4, 2020Today, TIDAL, in conjunction with five rising artists from Detroit, are releasing a docu-series highlighting their journey as winners of the inaugural TIDAL Unplugged grant program. The TIDAL Unplugged docu-series provides an in-depth look at the artists' creative process, while working with TIDAL to evolve and craft their sounds. The episodes shed light on each finalist's life-long passion and commitment to pursue dreams of becoming a successful musician. All episodes are available pre-paywall for TIDAL members and non-members alike on TIDAL.com/Unplugged.
Ovation TV Announces Premiere Date for Season Three of FRANKIE DRAKE MYSTERIESFebruary 4, 2020Ovation, America's only arts network, has announced the premiere date for the third season of Frankie Drake Mysteries. The new season will premiere on Ovation on Saturday, April 4th at 7pm ET / 4pm PT, promising a slate of new adventures as the ladies of Drake Private Detectives take on more challenging cases and face off against some impressive foes.
Food Network Announces New Season of SPRING BAKING CHAMPIONSHIPFebruary 4, 2020Food Network's hit seasonal culinary competition Spring Baking Championship returns on Monday, March 9th at 9pm ET/PT. Through nine episodes, 11 talented bakers are tested to create extraordinary, jaw-dropping spring treats for a chance to be crowned Spring Baking Champion and win the $25,000 grand prize during the double-episode finale on Monday, April 27th at 9pm & 10pm ET/PT. In each episode host Clinton Kelly introduces the bakers to two demanding rounds of spring-themed challenges that push the limits of their skills, imagination and ingenuity, as the bakers must impress judges Nancy Fuller, Duff Goldman and Lorraine Pascale for a coveted spot in the finale to join the ranks of past winners!
SYFY to Debut New Series SYFY WIRE'S THE GREAT DEBATEFebruary 4, 2020What happens when you throw a group of nerds in a room and ask them the universe's most important questions? Questions like 'Who'd be a worse boss, Darth Vader or the Joker?' or 'Would you rather have a Green Lantern ring or a Wizard Wand?' You get SYFY's newest series, SYFY WIRE'S THE GREAT DEBATE! Set to debut on SYFY this Summer 2020, the freshman series' 12 half-hour episodes will go into production in Los Angeles in March.
CMT to Exclusively Premiere BLUEBIRD on February 19February 4, 2020Today, CMT announced it will air the exclusive broadcast premiere of 'BLUEBIRD,' the critically-acclaimed feature film documenting the 35-year history of The Bluebird Cafe, Nashville's accidental landmark that altered the course of music history. 'BLUEBIRD' will premiere Wednesday, February 19th at 8 PM ET/PT and will receive an encore screening on Friday, February 21st at 12PM ET/PT on CMT.
Song Suffragettes Announces First UK TourFebruary 4, 2020 Nashville's acclaimed all-female singer-songwriter collective Song Suffragettes will be embarking on their first-ever international tour this April. It will feature Kalie Shorr and Candi Carpenter from the United States along with Vic Allen and Bellah Mae from the United Kingdom. Plus, in keeping with the Song Suffragettes' mission to always introduce new talent at every show, there will be an additional, local singer-songwriter performing with the women at every show. That additional talent will be announced.
lovelytheband Announces Headlining North American 'Loneliness For Love Tour'February 4, 2020Today, alternative pop trio lovelytheband announces their headlining “loneliness for love” Tour. The tour, which is named after their latest single, will be supported by singer-songwriter Tessa Violet and Canadian alternative rock band VALLEY, will be making stops in a number of major cities across North America including San Diego, New York, Boston, Toronto, Los Angeles, and many more. Tickets for the “loneliness for love” Tour will go on-sale Friday, February 7 at 10am local time and can be purchased here. See full list of tour dates below.
The Paley Center for Media Announces Tom Selleck to Receive the Paley AwardFebruary 4, 2020Since 1969 Tom Selleck has electrified television audiences. From his early guest appearances on such classic television shows as Lancer and Bracken's World, to his Emmy Award-winning role as Thomas Magnum on Magnum, P.I., and his current role as Frank Reagan on Blue Bloods, Mr. Selleck has taken his place as one of television's most admired actors. On Monday, March 30, 2020, The Paley Center for Media will pay tribute to his illustrious career at The Paley Honors gala dinner where he will be presented with the Paley Award.
Blackberry Smoke Confirms Canadian Headline TourFebruary 4, 2020Acclaimed American rock band Blackberry Smoke will embark on a headline tour across Canada this spring including newly confirmed stops at Montreal's Corona Theatre, Ottawa's Bronson Centre, Toronto's Danforth Hall, Winnipeg's The Garrick and Vancouver's Commodore Ballroom among many others. Tickets for the shows go on-sale this Friday, February 7 at 10:00am local time. See below for complete details.
Dimensions Festival Announces Final Programme for 2020February 4, 2020Dimensions Festival completes its ambitious 2020 programme with the news that Underground Resistance Live, Ash Lauryn, Moritz Von Oswald, Batu, DVS1, JASSS, Voigtmann, Reiss, Youandewan, Huerta, Red Greg, Yak, Freakenstein, Charles Webster, LSDXOXO, Josh Cheon as well as new partners VBX, Love Muscle and Stamp The Wax also get involved. For the first time this year, this all goes down at breathtaking natural bay The Garden Resort, Tisno from 13-17th August, 2020.
JOKER to be Screened with Live Orchestra in Upcoming Concert TourFebruary 4, 2020On 30 April, Todd Phillips' ground-breaking, award-winning film Joker will be screened with the accompaniment of a live orchestra playing composer Hildur Guðnadóttir's award-winning score for the first time ever, for a limited engagement. The tour's World Premiere will take place at London's Eventim Apollo on the 30th before it embarks on an international schedule.
Moon River Music Festival Returns to Chattanooga's Coolidge ParkFebruary 4, 2020Moon River Music Festival is thrilled to announce its return to Chattanooga, TN's Coolidge Park on September 12 & 13th, 2020. Presented by Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors in partnership with AC Entertainment, the festival is now in its sixth year of existence and third in Chattanooga after outgrowing its previous home at Memphis' storied Levitt Shell. They have also shared that the full 2020 lineup is set to be revealed on Tuesday, February 11th at 10AM EST.
RATINGS: THE TONIGHT SHOW Takes The Week Of Jan. 27-31 In 18-49February 4, 2020 “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has won the late-night ratings week of Jan. 27-31 versus the ABC and CBS competition in the key demographic of adults 18-49, as well as the primary news demo of adults 25-54, according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research.