Video: Avenged Sevenfold's Music Video for 'Mattel' Is a Plastic World in Flames
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Multi-platinum rock headliners Avenged Sevenfold (comprising M. Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance, Brooks Wackerman and Johnny Christ) unveil a twisted music video for their new single “Mattel.' Directed by Zoe Katz [Robot Chicken, Brad Pitt’s Magical Adventure], the live-action visual plunges into a plastic world starring various dolls.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Multi-platinum rock headliners Avenged Sevenfold (comprising M. Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance, Brooks Wackerman and Johnny Christ) unveil a twisted music video for their new single “Mattel.' Directed by Zoe Katz [Robot Chicken, Brad Pitt’s Magical Adventure], the live-action visual plunges into a plastic world starring various dolls.
Billy Strings Wins Artist of the Year at 2023 Americana Awards for Second-Consecutive Year
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The recognition adds to yet another monumental year for Strings, who will continue his extensive headline tour through this fall including upcoming shows at Portland’s Moda Center (two nights), Seattle’s WAMU Theater, Stanford’s Frost Amphitheater (two nights), Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena (two nights), and more.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The recognition adds to yet another monumental year for Strings, who will continue his extensive headline tour through this fall including upcoming shows at Portland’s Moda Center (two nights), Seattle’s WAMU Theater, Stanford’s Frost Amphitheater (two nights), Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena (two nights), and more.
Video: Bruno Major Unveils Music Video for '18'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Directed by Tess Lafia, singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Bruno Major, known for his “blissful, soulful, romantic” sound (Billboard) releases the music video for “18” from his new album Columbo (Harbour Artists & Music / AWAL Recordings). Watch the new music video and check out upcoming tour dates now!
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Directed by Tess Lafia, singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Bruno Major, known for his “blissful, soulful, romantic” sound (Billboard) releases the music video for “18” from his new album Columbo (Harbour Artists & Music / AWAL Recordings). Watch the new music video and check out upcoming tour dates now!
Holly Humberstone Premieres New Song 'Into Your Room' From Upcoming Album
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Rising star Holly Humberstone premieres her new song “Into Your Room,' which was produced by longtime collaborator Rob Milton and Ethan Gruska (Phoebe Bridgers, Fiona Apple). “Into Your Room” is the latest offering from her highly anticipated debut album Paint My Bedroom Black, recorded at Gruska’s studio outside of Los Angeles.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Rising star Holly Humberstone premieres her new song “Into Your Room,' which was produced by longtime collaborator Rob Milton and Ethan Gruska (Phoebe Bridgers, Fiona Apple). “Into Your Room” is the latest offering from her highly anticipated debut album Paint My Bedroom Black, recorded at Gruska’s studio outside of Los Angeles.
Range Media Partners Signs Country Hitmaker Russell Dickerson
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
With his fall Big Wheels & Back Roads headlining tour set to begin later this month, country hitmaker Russell Dickerson has signed with Range Media Partners’ Music Division. The multi-platinum artist and Tennessee native’s first four singles have reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
With his fall Big Wheels & Back Roads headlining tour set to begin later this month, country hitmaker Russell Dickerson has signed with Range Media Partners’ Music Division. The multi-platinum artist and Tennessee native’s first four singles have reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Featuring the Wolfpack to Ring in 2024 With Three Nights in Fort Lauderdale
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The theme for these special shows will be based on the Year of the Dragon. Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, the string and brass quintet of Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown to perform selections from the expansive catalog of Grateful Dead, Bobby’s solo albums and more.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The theme for these special shows will be based on the Year of the Dragon. Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, the string and brass quintet of Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown to perform selections from the expansive catalog of Grateful Dead, Bobby’s solo albums and more.
Devon Again Debuts New Song 'Deep'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The song is accompanied by a video shot and directed by Devon with frequent-collaborator Ethan Frank. A tapestry of footage taken by Devon while on a trip around Europe with her best friends, the video captures both the simplicity and chaos of their lives and the lives of others. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The song is accompanied by a video shot and directed by Devon with frequent-collaborator Ethan Frank. A tapestry of footage taken by Devon while on a trip around Europe with her best friends, the video captures both the simplicity and chaos of their lives and the lives of others. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
Lana Del Rey, Sky Ferreira-Collaborator PAPA Releases New Song
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
PAPA is Darren Weiss, who has been a staple in the Los Angeles indie music scene for over a decade and has worked and toured with the likes of everyone from Lana Del Rey to Sky Ferreira, from Perfume Genius to Girls. He announced PAPA’s new album and the first PAPA record since 2016, Dig Yourself Or Dig A Hole
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
PAPA is Darren Weiss, who has been a staple in the Los Angeles indie music scene for over a decade and has worked and toured with the likes of everyone from Lana Del Rey to Sky Ferreira, from Perfume Genius to Girls. He announced PAPA’s new album and the first PAPA record since 2016, Dig Yourself Or Dig A Hole
Bruce Dickinson Announces 'The Mandrake Project'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Renowned around the world as one of the greatest and most distinctive heavy metal vocalists of all time, Bruce Dickinson. Entitled The Mandrake Project it sees him reunited with long-time musical collaborator and producer Roy Z. The Mandrake Project will be Dickinson’s seventh solo album and his first since Tyranny Of Souls in 2005.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Renowned around the world as one of the greatest and most distinctive heavy metal vocalists of all time, Bruce Dickinson. Entitled The Mandrake Project it sees him reunited with long-time musical collaborator and producer Roy Z. The Mandrake Project will be Dickinson’s seventh solo album and his first since Tyranny Of Souls in 2005.
Warner Music Nashville Signs Rising Artist Matt Schuster
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Following an exciting announcement at the rebranded Warner On Deck last night, Warner Music Nashville is proud to welcome singer / songwriter Matt Schuster to the label family. The Charleston, Ill. native relocated to Nashville in late 2022 and has already garnered over 130M global streams.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Following an exciting announcement at the rebranded Warner On Deck last night, Warner Music Nashville is proud to welcome singer / songwriter Matt Schuster to the label family. The Charleston, Ill. native relocated to Nashville in late 2022 and has already garnered over 130M global streams.
Vincent Neil Emerson Announces New Shooter Jennings' Produced Album 'The Golden Crystal Kingdom'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
His life’s journey has been tumultuous, hard-nosed, and the stuff of songs. It all brings the young Choctaw-Apache man’s journey to the announcement of his new Shooter Jennings-produced record, The Golden Crystal Kingdom— via Emerson’s longtime label home La Honda Records and new partner, RCA Records.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
His life’s journey has been tumultuous, hard-nosed, and the stuff of songs. It all brings the young Choctaw-Apache man’s journey to the announcement of his new Shooter Jennings-produced record, The Golden Crystal Kingdom— via Emerson’s longtime label home La Honda Records and new partner, RCA Records.
Arkells Release New LP 'Laundry Pile'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The release of the album is accompanied by a new music video for album closer-track “Quiet Love,” an intimate song about wanting to have a love back, but it being completely out of your hands. The song follows previously released title-track “Laundry Pile” and summer Americana-tinged singalong “Skin.”
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The release of the album is accompanied by a new music video for album closer-track “Quiet Love,” an intimate song about wanting to have a love back, but it being completely out of your hands. The song follows previously released title-track “Laundry Pile” and summer Americana-tinged singalong “Skin.”
Video: Nickelback Drops 'High Time' Music Video
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Nickelback’s Get Rollin’ tour holds the #7 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart which ranks worldwide active tours by average tickets sold for shows performed over the last 30 days. In April 2024, Nickelback will join Morgan Wallen, Eric Church, Post Malone, Hardy, Diplo, Wiz Khalifa, Bailey Zimmerman and more. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Nickelback’s Get Rollin’ tour holds the #7 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart which ranks worldwide active tours by average tickets sold for shows performed over the last 30 days. In April 2024, Nickelback will join Morgan Wallen, Eric Church, Post Malone, Hardy, Diplo, Wiz Khalifa, Bailey Zimmerman and more. Watch the video!
Random Hand Release New Single 'Deadweight'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Twenty years in, and top of their game, West Yorkshire, Keighley-bred ska punk icons Random Hand are coming in hot with their fifth album! Their bodies may be creaking with grey hairs beginning to show, but the vitality and relevance of their music isn't changing one bit. Plus, check out the upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Twenty years in, and top of their game, West Yorkshire, Keighley-bred ska punk icons Random Hand are coming in hot with their fifth album! Their bodies may be creaking with grey hairs beginning to show, but the vitality and relevance of their music isn't changing one bit. Plus, check out the upcoming tour dates!
Adam Melchor Shares 'BIGTIMEGOODTIME' From 'Fruitland' EP
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Adam Melchor is returning with a stunning new single, “BIGTIMEGOODTIME.” After his set at Sea.Hear.Now.Festival this past weekend, Adam will join jazz pop sensation Laufey on an already sold out fall tour kicking off in San Francisco at The Fillmore and ending in Los Angeles at The Theatre at Ace Hotel.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Adam Melchor is returning with a stunning new single, “BIGTIMEGOODTIME.” After his set at Sea.Hear.Now.Festival this past weekend, Adam will join jazz pop sensation Laufey on an already sold out fall tour kicking off in San Francisco at The Fillmore and ending in Los Angeles at The Theatre at Ace Hotel.
Rocco Drops Debut EP 'Her Favorite Flowers'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
After quietly amassing over 55M streams across his catalog and selling out his first-ever tour, 20-year-old Asian-American singer-songwriter, Rocco is thrilled to unveil his distinctive brand of indie bedroom pop through his debut EP Her Favorite Flowers.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
After quietly amassing over 55M streams across his catalog and selling out his first-ever tour, 20-year-old Asian-American singer-songwriter, Rocco is thrilled to unveil his distinctive brand of indie bedroom pop through his debut EP Her Favorite Flowers.
Chance Peña Shares New Single 'i am not who i was'; On US Tour Now With David Kushner
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The single comes as Peńa is touring North America as the direct support for David Kushner. Having already wowed audiences in, among other markets, Austin, New York and Toronto, the tour hits the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis tonight and concludes in Seattle, WA on October 1. Chance will play at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on September 25.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The single comes as Peńa is touring North America as the direct support for David Kushner. Having already wowed audiences in, among other markets, Austin, New York and Toronto, the tour hits the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis tonight and concludes in Seattle, WA on October 1. Chance will play at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on September 25.
Dhani Harrison Returns With New Single 'Damn That Frequency'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
“Damn That Frequency” – which features Blur’s Graham Coxon on saxophone – sees Harrison following his acclaimed 2017 debut solo album, IN///PARALLEL, with a transformative and cinematic new anthem that furthers what Rolling Stone hailed as Harrison’s “psychedelia-tinged journey into modern-day disconnect.”
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
“Damn That Frequency” – which features Blur’s Graham Coxon on saxophone – sees Harrison following his acclaimed 2017 debut solo album, IN///PARALLEL, with a transformative and cinematic new anthem that furthers what Rolling Stone hailed as Harrison’s “psychedelia-tinged journey into modern-day disconnect.”
Escape Artist Lovers Share New Alt-Rock Single 'Punctuation'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
First premiered via Flaunt Magazine, the track’s accompanying video, directed by Shane McKenzie, perfectly encapsulates the band’s vision, showcasing glitched out b-roll footage of the band cut between scenes of Los Angeles on an old television screen. The track follows Escape Artist Lovers’ debut single, “Hey Motherf*cker,” released last month.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
First premiered via Flaunt Magazine, the track’s accompanying video, directed by Shane McKenzie, perfectly encapsulates the band’s vision, showcasing glitched out b-roll footage of the band cut between scenes of Los Angeles on an old television screen. The track follows Escape Artist Lovers’ debut single, “Hey Motherf*cker,” released last month.
José González Shares Live Version Of Kylie Minogue Cover 'Hand On Your Heart'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Visionary singer-songwriter and guitarist José González has shared another new offering from his recently-announced 20th Anniversary Deluxe version of his uncompromising, candid, game-changing debut album (2003) Veneer. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Visionary singer-songwriter and guitarist José González has shared another new offering from his recently-announced 20th Anniversary Deluxe version of his uncompromising, candid, game-changing debut album (2003) Veneer. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
RYL0 Taps Gold Record-Winning Producer for Synth Pop Single & Announces New Mixtape
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Listeners got their first taste of this sound with the track “People Who Don’t Love Me,” a collaboration with Katy Perry-signed producer/songwriter Matias Mora (Cyn, K.Flay, PVRIS, Miya Follick, Rebecca Black) Rina Sawayama-songwriter and Halsey-guitarist Vic Jamieson - an explosive, anthemic bop that is as catchy as it is relatable.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Listeners got their first taste of this sound with the track “People Who Don’t Love Me,” a collaboration with Katy Perry-signed producer/songwriter Matias Mora (Cyn, K.Flay, PVRIS, Miya Follick, Rebecca Black) Rina Sawayama-songwriter and Halsey-guitarist Vic Jamieson - an explosive, anthemic bop that is as catchy as it is relatable.
FRENSHIP Announces 'Base Camp' EP
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Frenship will head out on the road in support of Base Camp with dates kicking off October 5 at the Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, NC and concluding in Denver, CO at the Marquee Theatre on November 18. Along the way they play at New York City’s Le Poisson Rouge on October 21 and at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA on November 10.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Frenship will head out on the road in support of Base Camp with dates kicking off October 5 at the Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, NC and concluding in Denver, CO at the Marquee Theatre on November 18. Along the way they play at New York City’s Le Poisson Rouge on October 21 and at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA on November 10.
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Shares New Song 'Terror's Pillow' (Live) From Upcoming Album 'Live In New York'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The Newcastle, UK-based group Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs shared their new track “Terror’s Pillow” (Live) from their upcoming live record, Live In New York. The album showcases their fiery live show from their April 2023 performance at New York City’s Mercury Lounge, on their recent tour in support of the acclaimed LP Land Of Sleeper.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
The Newcastle, UK-based group Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs shared their new track “Terror’s Pillow” (Live) from their upcoming live record, Live In New York. The album showcases their fiery live show from their April 2023 performance at New York City’s Mercury Lounge, on their recent tour in support of the acclaimed LP Land Of Sleeper.
The Wheel Set to Release Self-Titled Debut Album in October
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
New artist The Wheel will release his self-titled debut album via Lakeshore Records. Based in Portland, Oregon, The Wheel is the musical alias of longtime producer and session guitarist Avram Brown who tapped his good friend Raymond Richards (Local Natives, LCD Soundsystem) to co-produce and engineer the entire project.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
New artist The Wheel will release his self-titled debut album via Lakeshore Records. Based in Portland, Oregon, The Wheel is the musical alias of longtime producer and session guitarist Avram Brown who tapped his good friend Raymond Richards (Local Natives, LCD Soundsystem) to co-produce and engineer the entire project.
Cher Celebrates 25th Anniversary of 'Believe' With New Release
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Featuring the empowerment anthem “Strong Enough,” “All or Nothing,” “Dov'è l’amore,” and the title track “Believe,” a huge global hit that sold over 10 million copies and was No. 1 in 23 countries. The leopard-printed vinyl package includes discs in sea blue, light blue and clear, along with an exclusive numbered lithograph of Cher.
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023
Featuring the empowerment anthem “Strong Enough,” “All or Nothing,” “Dov'è l’amore,” and the title track “Believe,” a huge global hit that sold over 10 million copies and was No. 1 in 23 countries. The leopard-printed vinyl package includes discs in sea blue, light blue and clear, along with an exclusive numbered lithograph of Cher.
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