Matmos Announce New Album Made Entirely From Non-Music Folkways LPs
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
In advance of Folkways Records' 75th anniversary, Matmos accepted a proposition from the label to create new material to celebrate this significant milestone. Ever since their 1997 debut, Matmos have consistently created albums from atypical sound sources. With unprecedented access to an extensive archive of hundreds of LPs.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
In advance of Folkways Records' 75th anniversary, Matmos accepted a proposition from the label to create new material to celebrate this significant milestone. Ever since their 1997 debut, Matmos have consistently created albums from atypical sound sources. With unprecedented access to an extensive archive of hundreds of LPs.
Brian Dunne & Caitlin Rose Deliver Vulnerable Version Of 'The Kids Are All Grown' From His New Album
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Brian Dunne releases “The Kids Are All Grown” featuring Caitlin Rose. Recorded at Nashville’s Blackbird Studio, Dunne delivers a stripped-down version of the track from his celebrated new album Loser On The Ropes (Kill Rock Stars). Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Brian Dunne releases “The Kids Are All Grown” featuring Caitlin Rose. Recorded at Nashville’s Blackbird Studio, Dunne delivers a stripped-down version of the track from his celebrated new album Loser On The Ropes (Kill Rock Stars). Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
Delilah Releases New Single 'Liquid Pearl'
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
The two EPs combine to create the Invaluable mixtape, released on limited edition 12” transparent violet vinyl. Delilah will celebrate with a London performance, November 9, before hitting the road throughout the UK, along with select EU dates, supporting Georgia [all dates below]. Pre-order Invaluable Vol. 1 & 2.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
The two EPs combine to create the Invaluable mixtape, released on limited edition 12” transparent violet vinyl. Delilah will celebrate with a London performance, November 9, before hitting the road throughout the UK, along with select EU dates, supporting Georgia [all dates below]. Pre-order Invaluable Vol. 1 & 2.
Ida Mae Release New Single 'Feel The World Turning' From New Album 'Thunder Above You'
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
After making a strong impact with a string of electrifying singles, the London/Nashville duo Ida Mae return with the dreamy new track “Feel The World Turning,” the fourth installment from their upcoming studio album Thunder Above You, “Feel The World Turning” sits as one of the more emotive entries lifted from their forthcoming full-length.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
After making a strong impact with a string of electrifying singles, the London/Nashville duo Ida Mae return with the dreamy new track “Feel The World Turning,” the fourth installment from their upcoming studio album Thunder Above You, “Feel The World Turning” sits as one of the more emotive entries lifted from their forthcoming full-length.
Zach Bryan, Carrie Underwood & More Nominated For CMA Awards - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Top nominees include first-time nominee Jelly Roll with five nominations, while Luke Combs and HARDY collect four nominations each. Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, producer/mix engineer Joey Moi, songwriter/producer Jordan Schmidt, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and musician/producer Derek Wells secure three nominations apiece.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Top nominees include first-time nominee Jelly Roll with five nominations, while Luke Combs and HARDY collect four nominations each. Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, producer/mix engineer Joey Moi, songwriter/producer Jordan Schmidt, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and musician/producer Derek Wells secure three nominations apiece.
Zachary James Releases Classical Vocal Album 'Song of Myself'
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Grammy award-winning artist Zachary James unveils his first full-length classical vocal album, 'Song of Myself.' The new classical vocal song cycle, composed by James in his classical composition debut with additional music by cellist Wick Simmons, percussionist Ariel Campos, and guitarist Frederick Poholek.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
Grammy award-winning artist Zachary James unveils his first full-length classical vocal album, 'Song of Myself.' The new classical vocal song cycle, composed by James in his classical composition debut with additional music by cellist Wick Simmons, percussionist Ariel Campos, and guitarist Frederick Poholek.
Billy Joel Adds New Year's Eve Show at Long Island's UBS Arena
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
New York’s quintessential son BILLY JOEL is back in his hometown and will perform for the first time at the new state-of-the-art arena on New Year's Eve. Billy Joel will be helping Long Islanders ring in the New Year beginning at 9:30 pm marking his first concert on Long Island since 2018.
by Michael Major - September 07, 2023
New York’s quintessential son BILLY JOEL is back in his hometown and will perform for the first time at the new state-of-the-art arena on New Year's Eve. Billy Joel will be helping Long Islanders ring in the New Year beginning at 9:30 pm marking his first concert on Long Island since 2018.
Olivia Rodrigo Unveils 'GUTS' Bonus Tracks; How to Listen to Them
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled bonus tracks for her upcoming sophomore album, 'GUTS.' The deluxe album will include bonus tracks 'obsessed,' 'scared of my guitar,' 'stranger,' and 'girl i’ve always been.' Find out how to listen to the bonus tracks and listen to the album now!
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled bonus tracks for her upcoming sophomore album, 'GUTS.' The deluxe album will include bonus tracks 'obsessed,' 'scared of my guitar,' 'stranger,' and 'girl i’ve always been.' Find out how to listen to the bonus tracks and listen to the album now!
Elijah Wolf Hits The Road with Julian Lage & Releases New Single 'Was It All Just A Dream'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
“Was It All Just A Dream” follows the release of Wolf’s third studio album Forgiving Season that was released earlier this summer via his label Mtn Laurel Recording Co. The album was produced by his longtime creative partner Sam Cohen (Kevin Morby, Rhett Miller) and features performances by Photay and drummer Joshua Jeager (Angel Olsen).
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
“Was It All Just A Dream” follows the release of Wolf’s third studio album Forgiving Season that was released earlier this summer via his label Mtn Laurel Recording Co. The album was produced by his longtime creative partner Sam Cohen (Kevin Morby, Rhett Miller) and features performances by Photay and drummer Joshua Jeager (Angel Olsen).
California's Sitting On Stacy Kicks Off Their Next Chapter With 'Baby Girl'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
California’s Sitting On Stacy resurface with their new track “Baby Girl,” the first release from their upcoming third album. Penned with Fat Mike of NOFX, the amped up single shows the band’s growth as they’ve matured alongside each other in their post-college years. “Baby Girl” sees Sitting On Stacy unleash a new side of their artistry.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
California’s Sitting On Stacy resurface with their new track “Baby Girl,” the first release from their upcoming third album. Penned with Fat Mike of NOFX, the amped up single shows the band’s growth as they’ve matured alongside each other in their post-college years. “Baby Girl” sees Sitting On Stacy unleash a new side of their artistry.
Anoushka Shankar Releases 'Chapter I: Forever, For Now' Ahead of North American Tour
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Featuring guest appearances by Nils Frahm (piano, glass harmonica, harmonium, slit drum), Gal Maestro (bass) and Magda Giannikou (accordion), Forever, For Now was produced by Arooj Aftab, with whom Shankar had previously collaborated on 'Udhero Na,' from the deluxe edition of Aftab's Vulture Prince album.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Featuring guest appearances by Nils Frahm (piano, glass harmonica, harmonium, slit drum), Gal Maestro (bass) and Magda Giannikou (accordion), Forever, For Now was produced by Arooj Aftab, with whom Shankar had previously collaborated on 'Udhero Na,' from the deluxe edition of Aftab's Vulture Prince album.
Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor Releases 'Always Right There' From Forthcoming Album THUNDERCHILD
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
Discover Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor's latest single, 'Always Right There,' from his upcoming album 'Thunderchild.' Explore the craft of songwriting and groove to the infectious love song that captures the attention of both men and women. Learn about Mwalim's musical journey and his family's influential roots from the Brill Building.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
Discover Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor's latest single, 'Always Right There,' from his upcoming album 'Thunderchild.' Explore the craft of songwriting and groove to the infectious love song that captures the attention of both men and women. Learn about Mwalim's musical journey and his family's influential roots from the Brill Building.
Video: K-Pop Group aespa Talks Tour & Performs 'Better Things' on GMA
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
The K-pop group, aespa, joined “Good Morning America” live from Times Square to talk about the group’s current tour, plus perform their new song, “Better Things”. aespa [KARINA, GISELLE, WINTER, AND NINGNING] is a fierce female K-Pop group, who in an unprecedented move secured the fastest climb to 100 million views. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
The K-pop group, aespa, joined “Good Morning America” live from Times Square to talk about the group’s current tour, plus perform their new song, “Better Things”. aespa [KARINA, GISELLE, WINTER, AND NINGNING] is a fierce female K-Pop group, who in an unprecedented move secured the fastest climb to 100 million views. Watch the video!
Photo: Taylor Swift Unveils Final '1989 (Taylor's Version)' Alternate Cover
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Taylor Swift has dropped the final alternative cover for her upcoming '1989 (Taylor's Version)' album. The 'Rose Garden Vinyl' joins the previously unveiled 'Sunrise Boulevard' and 'Aquamarine Green' vinyl variants. Check out the photo of the cover and get all the details on the upcoming Taylor Swift album now!
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Taylor Swift has dropped the final alternative cover for her upcoming '1989 (Taylor's Version)' album. The 'Rose Garden Vinyl' joins the previously unveiled 'Sunrise Boulevard' and 'Aquamarine Green' vinyl variants. Check out the photo of the cover and get all the details on the upcoming Taylor Swift album now!
Ragana Share Devastating New Single 'DTA'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Their forthcoming album Desolation’s Flower is the band’s most devastating effort to date, containing seven incantations of loss, rage, pain and hope. Expertly engineered by the masterful Nicholas Wilbur at the Unknown Studio in Anacortes, Washington (Planning For Burial, drowse, Divide and Dissolve, Have a Nice Life).
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Their forthcoming album Desolation’s Flower is the band’s most devastating effort to date, containing seven incantations of loss, rage, pain and hope. Expertly engineered by the masterful Nicholas Wilbur at the Unknown Studio in Anacortes, Washington (Planning For Burial, drowse, Divide and Dissolve, Have a Nice Life).
Video: Charles Wesley Godwin Releases 'Family Ties' Music Video
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Blending solo performance footage with archival scenes of a variety of different families, the “Family Ties” music video also features cameos by members of Godwin's own family – his wife and kids, his parents, his brother, and even his family dog. The video was filmed in Godwin's hometown of Morgantown, W.V.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Blending solo performance footage with archival scenes of a variety of different families, the “Family Ties” music video also features cameos by members of Godwin's own family – his wife and kids, his parents, his brother, and even his family dog. The video was filmed in Godwin's hometown of Morgantown, W.V.
Alan Chang Unveils New Album 'Check Please'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
There are collaborations from artists like Pino Palladino (The Who, John Mayer, Blake Mills), David Koz, and Inara George, and Russell Elevado (D'Angelo, Common, The Roots) who mixed the album. The first half of the album was produced by Ryan Lerman (Scary Pockets, Lizzy McAlpine), while the second half of the album by Chang and Adam Greenholtz.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
There are collaborations from artists like Pino Palladino (The Who, John Mayer, Blake Mills), David Koz, and Inara George, and Russell Elevado (D'Angelo, Common, The Roots) who mixed the album. The first half of the album was produced by Ryan Lerman (Scary Pockets, Lizzy McAlpine), while the second half of the album by Chang and Adam Greenholtz.
Too Close To Touch Unveil New Single 'Hopeless' Feat. Telle Smith (The Word Alive)
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
With a knack for infusing might with melody, Too Close to Touch is Keaton Pierce (vocals), Mason Marble (guitar), and Kenny Downey (drums). Offering an explosive mix of indie-rock cool and punk-blasted emo pop energy, the band has toured extensively with the Vans Warped Tour and acts such as Waterparks, Issues and Crown the Empire.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
With a knack for infusing might with melody, Too Close to Touch is Keaton Pierce (vocals), Mason Marble (guitar), and Kenny Downey (drums). Offering an explosive mix of indie-rock cool and punk-blasted emo pop energy, the band has toured extensively with the Vans Warped Tour and acts such as Waterparks, Issues and Crown the Empire.
Matt and Kim Kick off Fall Tour This Week
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Matt and Kim's long-awaited return to the stage happens this fall on the Matt and Kim Present: The Matt and Kim Tour Featuring Matt and Kim! Known for infectious, beat-driven anthems and explosive live shows, Matt and Kim are hitting the road for the first time in 4 years bringing the party as they play hits and favorites from their back catalog.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Matt and Kim's long-awaited return to the stage happens this fall on the Matt and Kim Present: The Matt and Kim Tour Featuring Matt and Kim! Known for infectious, beat-driven anthems and explosive live shows, Matt and Kim are hitting the road for the first time in 4 years bringing the party as they play hits and favorites from their back catalog.
Video: Homeboy Sandman Shares New Music Video For 'Then We Broke Up'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Prolific rapper Homeboy Sandman is back with new visuals from his latest album Rich. The skilled wordsmith shares the Art Morera-directed music video for “Then We Broke Up.” Angel Del Villar II, professionally known as Homeboy Sandman, has had a long-standing music career by virtue of his exceptional work ethic and dedication to the craft.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Prolific rapper Homeboy Sandman is back with new visuals from his latest album Rich. The skilled wordsmith shares the Art Morera-directed music video for “Then We Broke Up.” Angel Del Villar II, professionally known as Homeboy Sandman, has had a long-standing music career by virtue of his exceptional work ethic and dedication to the craft.
The Moss Release 'The Place That Makes Me Happy'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
The Moss share “The Place That Makes Me Happy,” their first new music in seven months, to kick off a busy late summer and fall for the band. The new single is the follow-up to their breakthrough single “Insomnia,” which hit #13 at Alternative radio and registered over 15 million streams. Watch the music video now!
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
The Moss share “The Place That Makes Me Happy,” their first new music in seven months, to kick off a busy late summer and fall for the band. The new single is the follow-up to their breakthrough single “Insomnia,” which hit #13 at Alternative radio and registered over 15 million streams. Watch the music video now!
New Wet Kojak Announce First Shows in Over 20 Years
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
New Wet Kojak was formed in 1993 by guitarist/singer Scott McCloud and bassist Johnny Temple – both members of Girls Against Boys + Soulside - during a lost weekend in Amsterdam. They created an overtly seductive aesthetic on their albums – utilizing the saxophone, whispered vocals and reserved instrumentation.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
New Wet Kojak was formed in 1993 by guitarist/singer Scott McCloud and bassist Johnny Temple – both members of Girls Against Boys + Soulside - during a lost weekend in Amsterdam. They created an overtly seductive aesthetic on their albums – utilizing the saxophone, whispered vocals and reserved instrumentation.
Full Time Men Shares 'I Got Wheels (EP Version)'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
In the mid-to-late '80s, Full Time Men was a part time venture of Fleshtone Keith Streng (guitar and lead vocals) that featured Gordon Spaeth (sax, harp), Robert Warren (bass, vocals), and Bill Milhizer (drums), all full time members of New York's Fleshtones, along with Rich Thomas (lead guitar, vocals) from LESR (Lower East Side Rockers).
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
In the mid-to-late '80s, Full Time Men was a part time venture of Fleshtone Keith Streng (guitar and lead vocals) that featured Gordon Spaeth (sax, harp), Robert Warren (bass, vocals), and Bill Milhizer (drums), all full time members of New York's Fleshtones, along with Rich Thomas (lead guitar, vocals) from LESR (Lower East Side Rockers).
VIDEO AGE Share New Single 'Better Than Ever'
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Video Age have shared “Better Than Ever,” the second single off their new album Away From The Castle. Joined by touring members Nick Corson and Duncan Troast, Away From The Castle is a document of a band having fun and rediscovering their love for making music together, all while making their best songs to date.
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Video Age have shared “Better Than Ever,” the second single off their new album Away From The Castle. Joined by touring members Nick Corson and Duncan Troast, Away From The Castle is a document of a band having fun and rediscovering their love for making music together, all while making their best songs to date.
Sally Anne Morgan Shares New Single 'Diamond Joe' With Ripley Johnson
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Sally Anne Morgan's rich, intimate and modern music blooms outward from the fertile grounds of American folk and country traditions. Morgan is sharing the dazzling new single 'Diamond Joe' featuring labelmate and fellow cosmic country traveller Ripley Johnson (Rose City Band, Wooden Shjips, Moon Duo).
by Michael Major - September 06, 2023
Sally Anne Morgan's rich, intimate and modern music blooms outward from the fertile grounds of American folk and country traditions. Morgan is sharing the dazzling new single 'Diamond Joe' featuring labelmate and fellow cosmic country traveller Ripley Johnson (Rose City Band, Wooden Shjips, Moon Duo).
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