Music Theatre Newsroom

Pallbearer have released a second song from their highly-anticipated new album, Mind Burns Alive, with the arrival of the deeply moving Endless Place, complemented by a visually striking black-and-white companion video. The dreamlike scenario that enfolds in “Endless Place,” both lyrically and musically, is one focused on a sense of being lost, disjointed, trapped by unease and confusion. Listen to the single here!

Proof of the magic within UK underground club culture, Eliza Rose returns with the release of her 4-track EP Business As Usual via Rosebud Recordings/One House. Speaking on the EP, Eliza says: 'The EP as a whole is a true reflection of my two favourite sounds. I love mixing Jazz and soul, with UKG and I wanted to reflect that across a full EP.' Listen to the EP here!

Vancouver-based rising pop artist Xana reflects on her past mistakes with 'Monster,' a brutally honest exploration of the artist's worst decisions and selfish behavior, out everywhere now. This summer, Xana will embark on a tour to support the album, The Sex Was Good Tour that will move across the U.S. this June and July beginning on June 1 in Portland, OR. Listen to the single here!

Underground pop singer-songwriter and producer RYL0 is continuing her reign as one of the most exciting up-and-coming artists, maintaining her status as a pioneer for black pop musicians. Now, RYL0 releases her the final single from this era, “Pop Princess” - an anthemic, explosive saga that sees the singer-songwriter playing around with the concept of fame and what it means to be a pop artist. Listen to the song here!

Fresh off the release of their new album Coup De Grâce, post hardcore band SeeYouSpaceCowboy is thrilled to present Coup De Grâce Live!, a full US headline tour taking place this summer. Kicking off on July 16 in Mesa, the tour features support from The Callas Daoboys, Omerta, and Roman Candle. Pre-sale tickets are available this Thursday, April 25th at 10am local time, with general on-sale starting this Friday, April 26th.

Armenian-American artist KÁRYYN has shared her new single “ODAR” alongside a self-directed tapestry of Armenian artifact, language and performance. “ODAR”, meaning other in Armenian, is KÁRYYN’s interpretation of the folk song “Odaroutioun”, a song passed down through generations, often sung at gatherings in her grandparents’ house in Aleppo, Syria. Listen to the song now!

San Francisco indie rock trio French Cassettes have released their latest single, “Megabus” today, with a video from Vanessa Pla. The track is featured on the band’s upcoming third album, Benzene, due to arrive June 7 via Tender Loving Empire. French Cassettes were announced as part of this year’s Outside Lands festival line up, taking place August 9-11, in Golden Gate Park, along with a run of U.S. dates west of the Mississippi [all dates below].

Les Savy Fav returns to share their next single from upcoming LP OUI, LSF, due out May 10th. “World Got Great” is a guitar-driven anthem, that comes paired with a delightfully animated music video. The track is sing-along inducing, and the video, directed by Emmy-award winning Jimbo Matison, leaves you smiling, because who but Les Savy Fav would defeat world-ending monsters with tickle fights and flower power?

This past week, all eyes have remained on Lola Brooke as she continues to make her presence heard and felt by all. Now, she releases the official music video to 'Shelter Baby (Be That Bitch)' from her debut project Dennis Daughter. 'Shelter Baby' is a central piece of Lola's project, Dennis Daughter. Produced by Reefa Music, the haunting and action-packed beat accompanies Lola's story as she speaks about the significance the shelter system has on her life.

Alan Doyle and his Beautiful Beautiful Band continue to celebrate the release of Welcome Home, on the second leg of their North American Tour beginning tonight in Bethel, New York. Alan is offering a stripped down, live performance video of “Hard Old Hands” from his new album. Watch the music video here and see the tour dates below!

Lighthead has shared the new single and music video for Bright Happy Girls, part of their upcoming album Combustible Gems. Their debut LP Combustible Gems - is an LP about a band finding their sound, exploring notes, chords, and melody and making uncannily great music along the way. Listen to the single here!

Singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor Sebastian Bach has released a video for “(Hold On) To The Dream,” the latest single from his forthcoming album Child Within the Man. Bach wrote or co-wrote all the album’s 11 tracks and sang all lead and backing vocals. Child Within the Man features guest appearances from John 5, Steve Stevens, and Orianthi. Watch the music video here!

The Grammy Award winner will now play three nights at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre on Friday 6, Saturday 7 and Monday 9 September, before heading through Brisbane’s QPAC Concert Hall on Wednesday 11 September. She will take on the iconic Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on Friday 13 September, closing with a second and final Sydney show at the ICC Sydney Theatre on Saturday 14 September.

Anastasia Coope has shared “Sorghum,” the third single from her forthcoming debut album, Darning Woman. Out May 31 on Jagjaguwar, Darning Woman is being hailed by The Wire as “an album you can almost feel around you,” praising Coope’s “strikingly confident and vibrant approach.”Among the record’s most serene songs, this latest single was inspired by words overheard in a passing conversation: “She’s with me and I’m not happy about it.” Watch the video here!

The Dangerous Summer have shared their newest single “What’s An Hour Really Worth” via Rude Records off of their upcoming album Gravity. Life is short and unpredictable, and “What’s An Hour Really Worth” serves as a reminder to listeners to live as ferociously as possible. The track urges them to explore, to fail, to get up and keep pushing regardless of what happens. Watch the video here!

Jesse Dayton is thrilled to announce the release of his latest single, Angel in My Pocket, from his highly anticipated album, The Hard Way Blues. Helmed by acclaimed producer Shooter Jennings, this album is a deeper dive into Dayton's blues roots. Jesse Dayton is gearing up for an electrifying North American tour, kicking off with a series of concerts across the Western United States in June. Listen to the single here!

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee has announced his eagerly awaited new album, Transmissions, available Friday, August 9. Transmissions sees Amos Lee continuing to expand his sonic range while sharpening his closely observed lyrics that squarely address death, aging, and love. Lee will celebrate Transmissions with a busy live schedule that includes a much-anticipated headline run beginning May 7. Listen to a song here!

Maya Hawke has released “Hang In There,” an elegantly delicate track from her upcoming album, Chaos Angel, to be released May 31st via Mom+Pop. Hang In There” sonically channels an earnest, early singer-songwriter sound pioneered by greats like Joni Mitchell. On the track, Maya offers support to a friend going through a difficult time in the midst of a toxic relationship. Watch the lyric video here!

On Sunday June 2 from 12pm to 9pm, the 2024 Sydney Con Jazz Festival will present almost 140 artists in 26 concerts, showcasing the best of Australian Jazz.

The Suwannee Roots Revival has announced its initial lineup for 2024, which includes Old Crow Medicine Show, Yonder Mountain String Band, Donna the Buffalo (4 days), and more. The 8th Suwannee Roots Revival takes place Thursday, October 10 - Sunday, October 13 at the renowned Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live Oak, Florida. More artists to be announced soon!

The Hope Conspiracy will release their long-awaited new full-length album, Tools of Oppression / Rule by Deception on May 31st. Ahead of its release, the group has shared the record's dystopian, hook-laden second single, 'The West Is Dead.' Tools of Oppression / Rule by Deception is an ominous soundtrack to the steady decline of our modern age. Watch the music video for the single here!

China Forbes – the glamorous voice of Portland, Oregon’s very own, world-famous “little orchestra,” Pink Martini – will be releasing her forthcoming album, The Road, on May 17, 2024 via Heinz Records. The Road displays a return to the singer-songwriter’s roots, sharing a journey of personal songs that tell the story of her life so far, highlighting themes of emotional depth and self-discovery. Listen to a single here!

A new Johnny Cash album, made from previously unreleased recordings, is on the way. John Carter Cash, the son of Johnny and June Carter Cash, rediscovered old songs and stripped them back to just Johnny’s powerful, pristine vocals and acoustic guitar. Listen to a single here!

The Poet Laureate, singer-songwriter, and most exciting new artist of 2023, Kara Jackson has shared her newest recording, a cover of Karen Dalton’s “Right, Wrong or Ready.” It’s the first piece of music we’ve gotten following the singer’s critically acclaimed debut album, 2023’a Why Does the Earth Give Us People to Love?. Listen to the song here!

Check out the full lineup for the 2024 edition of So What?!. Headliners include Norma Jean, P.O.D., and Skillet, past headliners Asking Alexandria, Mayday Parade, The Devil Wears Prada, Attila, and Underoath, who will perform their acclaimed album ‘They’re Only Chasing Safety.'