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Pardoner Share Lead Single 'Future of Music' From Newly Announced EP
by Josh Sharpe - April 29, 2024 Pardoner has announced their blistering new EP Paranoid In Hell and share lead single “Future Of Music.” Recorded in a day with Philadelphia-based artist and producer Justus Proffit, the 4-song collection traffics in minimalist hardcore, starry-eyed slacker rock, and the band’s trademark, witty lyri... 
1999 Write the Future Releases Debut Album 'hella (˃̣̣̥╭╮˂̣̣̥) ✧ ♡ ‧º·˚:'
by Michael Major - February 09, 2024 Featuring genre-spanning collaborations from artists including Rich Brian, Warren Hue, Ghostface Killah, Busta Rhymes, Smino, Cuco, Amaarae, Offset, BADBADNOTGOOD, Westside Gunn, Dumbfoundead and more, the album boasts A-list features across 24 songs, pulling back the curtain on 1999 WRITE THE FUTUR... 
1999 Write the Future Announces Debut Album 'hella (˃̣̣̥╭╮˂̣̣̥) ✧ ♡ ‧º·˚:'
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE released their latest single “LONG in the tOOth” (feat. Pos of De La Soul & The Budos Band) by legendary hip hop group De La Soul & Indonesian rapper Warren Hue. The brassy, bass-heavy track weaves the inimitable swagger of De La Soul together.... 
1999 Write the Future Release 'Steakface' Ft. Phum Viphurit & Masiwei
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024 Out now via 88rising and RCA Records, the groove-laden single fuses retro-influenced production with each artist's signature styles, juxtaposing Phum Viphurit's melodic vocals with Masiwei's slick lyricism. Blending English and Mandarin, “STeAKFACe” marks the latest in a streak of genre-blurring rel... 
1999 Write the Future Release New Single 'Silence Stares Me Down' Ft. Rich Brian & Cuco
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024 “silence STArEs me down” sees Indonesian powerhouse Rich Brian team up with Latin indie pop multi-instrumentalist & producer Cuco, an unexpected but brilliant pairing. The result is a uniquely mesmerizing track, with its airy rhythm and mellow instrumental seamlessly complementing both Cuco's laid-b... 
Offset & Warren Hue Join Forces on New Single 'Slopes' From '1999 Write the Future'
by Michael Major - January 19, 2024 Out now via 88rising and RCA Records, “SLOPES” is another hip-hop-heavy gem from 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE's anticipated debut project, set for release this year. Pairing 88rising artist Warren Hue with Migos member and trap veteran Offset, “SLOPES'' is a confident and braggadocious track, with Hue and ... 
1999 Write the Future Releases 'Light Rails' Ft. Rick Ross & Rich Brian From Forthcoming Project
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024 “LiGhT rAiLs” is a reunion for Rich Brian and Rick Ross, who previously collaborated on “Run It” alongside DJ Snake for the soundtrack of Marvel Studios' film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. On the new track, they continue to build rapport exchanging fun, hard-hitting bars set to an infec... 
Sea Ray Release New Single 'Stripmine Skyline'
by Michael Major - November 14, 2023 The edition includes a vinyl pressing, remastered by Fred Kevorkian (The White Stripes, The National), and coincides with the digital release of two tracks that were fan favorites of the band's live set. The new recordings were produced by the band and mixed by longtime collaborator Peter Katis (Dea... 
The Goa Express to Release Super Charged Self Titled Debut Album
by Michael Major - November 06, 2023 The Goa-Express’s self titled debut album is a document that encapsulates growing up, their spirit of friendship and dreams of escape. Together, brothers James Douglas Clarke (Guitar + Vocals) and Joe Clarke (Keys), along with Joey Stein (Lead Guitar), Naham Muzaffar (Bass) and Sam Launder (Drums) c... 
PARDONER Tour With GEL Kicks Off Next Week
by Michael Major - November 02, 2023 Formed by Max Freeland (vocals/guitar), Trey Flanigan (vocals/guitar), and River Van Den Berghe (drums) while they were college students in San Francisco, the band quickly made a name for themselves with their visceral live show and relentless release schedule, becoming one of the Bay’s most beloved... 
Jon Dee Graham Premieres His New Single 'There's A Ghost On The Train'
by Michael Major - October 31, 2023 Jon Dee Graham premieres his new single 'there's a ghost on the train' on Halloween. The single is part of his upcoming album 'Only Dead for a little while.' The single, 'there's a ghost on the train,' references an eerie trip Jon Dee took on the legendary train the 'City of New Orleans,' immortaliz... 
The Goa Express to Release Self-titled Debut Album In December
by Michael Major - October 19, 2023 Brothers James Douglas Clarke (Guitar + Vocals) and Joe Clarke (Keys), along with Joey Stein (Lead Guitar), Naham Muzaffar (Bass) and Sam Launder (Drums) create a wall of sound, riven with infectious harmonies, waves of psych laden guitars and playful rhythms, it's constantly refreshing at every tur... 
Italian Producer Sandro Bani Drops 'La Rara'
by Michael Major - October 06, 2023 Italian producer Sandro Bani releases his latest track 'La Rara' on PinkStarBlack. Check out the new release now! Known for his slick productions and energetic live sets, Sandro Bani has shared the decks with Fedde Le Grand, NERVO, Yves V, DJs From Mars, R3HAB, Nari and Milani, Brennan Heart, Headhu... 
Floor Space Share Explosive Single 'Self Destruct'
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023 Pop rock project Floor Space have released their new single, “Self Destruct” produced by John Naclerio (My Chemical Romance, Brand New). With a catchy bassline, captivating riffs and a melody that transports back to early 2000’s with a modern twist, frontman Charlie Bruno channels his anger and hear... 
Folk Legend Sylvia Tyson to Release Final Album In November
by Michael Major - September 19, 2023 Tyson’s impact on popular culture has been immeasurable. A pillar of the Greenwich Village folk scene from the late ’50s through the ’60s as half of the groundbreaking Ian & Sylvia, the duo headlined NYC’s Carnegie Hall and topped the Billboard charts, all while championing Village contemporaries Bo... 
The Arcadian Wild Share New Single 'Shoulders' From New Album 'Welcome'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023 Consisting of guitarist Isaac Horn, mandolinist Lincoln Mick, and fiddler Bailey Warren, the genre-bending trio wrote and recorded Welcome in their hometown of Nashville, TN, working with engineer Logan Matheny (Colony House, Hiss Golden Messenger) and mixer Shani Gandhi (Sarah Jarosz, Sierra Hull).... 
WALLICE Shares New Single 'Disappear'
by Michael Major - June 08, 2023 Wallice is back with a brand new song as yet another reminder of why she is one of the most impressive new artists making music right now. “Disappear” is an EP favorite with its subdued, Radiohead-esque opening, it quickly transforms into another pop-punk cut, carrying on the energy of previous sing... 
The Arcadian Wild Share New Single 'Lara' From New Album 'Welcome'
by Michael Major - June 07, 2023 Consisting of guitarist Isaac Horn, mandolinist Lincoln Mick, and fiddler Bailey Warren, the genre-bending trio wrote and recorded Welcome in their hometown of Nashville, TN, working with engineer Logan Matheny (Colony House, Hiss Golden Messenger) and mixer Shani Gandhi (Sarah Jarosz, Sierra Hull).... 
GELD Release New Single 'The Fix Is In'
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023 While oft compared to the athletic determination of Equalizing Distort-era Gauze, or the motorik-flying-off-the-rails, oddball sensibility of Hawkwind, Geld’s approach to hardcore on their forthcoming album, Currency // Castration bears closer spiritual resemblance to the throbbing, crushingly direc... 
The Arcadian Wild Share New Single 'Corner' From New Album 'Welcome'
by Michael Major - May 10, 2023 Working with engineer Logan Matheny (Colony House, Hiss Golden Messenger) and mixer Shani Gandhi (Sarah Jarosz, Sierra Hull), the band approached the recording sessions for Welcome as live as possible, embracing the organic feel of their concerts with the help of double bassist Erik Coveney (Sierra ... |
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