Hilario Durán and His Latin Jazz Big Band Presents 'Cry Me A River'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Hilario Durán brings the full scope of his artistry, the depth of knowledge of musical genres in the perfect storm of big artistry on Cry Me A River. The nine works on this recording are born of Durán’s Afro-Caribbean cultural topography but are also informed by his gifts for bending tradition and infusing his arrangements with improvisation.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Hilario Durán brings the full scope of his artistry, the depth of knowledge of musical genres in the perfect storm of big artistry on Cry Me A River. The nine works on this recording are born of Durán’s Afro-Caribbean cultural topography but are also informed by his gifts for bending tradition and infusing his arrangements with improvisation.
K-Pop Group NCT DOJAEJUNG To Perform at Fandom Party in San Diego
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The group composed of DOYOUNG, JAEHYUN, and JUNGWOO is the new unit of the South Korean boy band NCT, represented by SM Entertainment. Since their official debut with their first EP Perfume in April 2023, NCT DOJAEJUNG has quickly become a commercial and critical success.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The group composed of DOYOUNG, JAEHYUN, and JUNGWOO is the new unit of the South Korean boy band NCT, represented by SM Entertainment. Since their official debut with their first EP Perfume in April 2023, NCT DOJAEJUNG has quickly become a commercial and critical success.
Video: Saint Agnes Share 'This Is Not The End' Live Video
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Saint Agnes have released an emotional live video for their poignant new single 'This Is Not The End,' a tribute to Kitty A. Austen's grief for her late mother. Saint Agnes recently announced a UK headline tour, which follows their sold-out headline show at The Black Heart in Camden, a European tour with Monster Magnet, and more.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Saint Agnes have released an emotional live video for their poignant new single 'This Is Not The End,' a tribute to Kitty A. Austen's grief for her late mother. Saint Agnes recently announced a UK headline tour, which follows their sold-out headline show at The Black Heart in Camden, a European tour with Monster Magnet, and more.
ODESZA: THE LAST GOODBYE CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE Is in Theaters Tomorrow
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Movie theater audiences worldwide can witness ODESZA’s awe-inspiring live show on the big screen. “ODESZA: The Last Goodbye Cinematic Experience” shows one of electronic music’s most important modern-day innovators as never seen before, providing an intimate look into the process of creating “The Last Goodbye Tour.”
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Movie theater audiences worldwide can witness ODESZA’s awe-inspiring live show on the big screen. “ODESZA: The Last Goodbye Cinematic Experience” shows one of electronic music’s most important modern-day innovators as never seen before, providing an intimate look into the process of creating “The Last Goodbye Tour.”
Declan McKenna Returns With New Single 'Sympathy'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
He found that sunshine in abundance out in Los Angeles where the track was recorded alongside producer Gianluca Buccellati, perhaps best known for his work with Arlo Parks on her Mercury Prize winning debut album “Collapsed In Sunbeams”, and Lana Del Rey. The track was mixed by David Wrench (David Byrne, Jamie xx, Frank Ocean, Glass Animals).
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
He found that sunshine in abundance out in Los Angeles where the track was recorded alongside producer Gianluca Buccellati, perhaps best known for his work with Arlo Parks on her Mercury Prize winning debut album “Collapsed In Sunbeams”, and Lana Del Rey. The track was mixed by David Wrench (David Byrne, Jamie xx, Frank Ocean, Glass Animals).
Rising Country Artist Hannah Ellis Pours Out Summer Fun With 'Wine Country'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Rising Country Artist Hannah Ellis is pouring out fun with her new Curb Records single “Wine Country”, available now. Joyfully bringing boujee to the backroads, Ellis is making an impact with the song as it was most added at Radio and is quickly becoming the Country song of the summer. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Rising Country Artist Hannah Ellis is pouring out fun with her new Curb Records single “Wine Country”, available now. Joyfully bringing boujee to the backroads, Ellis is making an impact with the song as it was most added at Radio and is quickly becoming the Country song of the summer. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
Video: Joell Ortiz & L'Orange Share 'OG' Music Video
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The album includes captivating guest appearances by KXNG Crooked, Cyhi, and Sheek Louch. Along with the announcement comes the arrival of the LP’s first single “OG.” On the new single, Joell Ortiz's lyricism takes center stage, interweaving flawlessly with L'Orange's expertly crafted production. Watch the new video now!
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The album includes captivating guest appearances by KXNG Crooked, Cyhi, and Sheek Louch. Along with the announcement comes the arrival of the LP’s first single “OG.” On the new single, Joell Ortiz's lyricism takes center stage, interweaving flawlessly with L'Orange's expertly crafted production. Watch the new video now!
MoonJune Music Festival Toledo 2023 Featuring Soft Machine, Diego Amador, & More
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Featured artists include Soft Machine (UK), Paqueando with Diego Amador & José María Bandera (Spain), Anchor & Burden (Germany, Israel), Dwiki Dharmawan World Peace Band (Indonesia, Israel, Mexico) with special guest Dewa Budjana (Indonesia), Israel Varela Musica Pintada (Mexico), Heledo & His Friends (Uruguay, Israel, Belgium), and more.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Featured artists include Soft Machine (UK), Paqueando with Diego Amador & José María Bandera (Spain), Anchor & Burden (Germany, Israel), Dwiki Dharmawan World Peace Band (Indonesia, Israel, Mexico) with special guest Dewa Budjana (Indonesia), Israel Varela Musica Pintada (Mexico), Heledo & His Friends (Uruguay, Israel, Belgium), and more.
Video: Failure Release 'Heliotropic (Live)' Video
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Failure, the L.A. based trio of Ken Andrews, Greg Edwards and Kellii Scott, share a live video for the track “Heliotropic.' The film also offers fans the first opportunity to hear Failure classics like “The Nurse Who Loved Me,” “Counterfeit Sky” and “Submarines” in 5.1 surround sound. A vinyl release of “We Are Hallucinations” is forthcoming.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Failure, the L.A. based trio of Ken Andrews, Greg Edwards and Kellii Scott, share a live video for the track “Heliotropic.' The film also offers fans the first opportunity to hear Failure classics like “The Nurse Who Loved Me,” “Counterfeit Sky” and “Submarines” in 5.1 surround sound. A vinyl release of “We Are Hallucinations” is forthcoming.
The String Cheese Incident Share New Song; 50th Red Rocks Performance Planned
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
As they dreamed up a batch of songs firmly centered on their storytelling, the band joined forces with Brad Cook (Bon Iver, Hiss Golden Messenger, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Waxahatchee), a producer whose distinct vision helped SCI to fully embrace the album’s rootsy simplicity. Check out the tour dates!
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
As they dreamed up a batch of songs firmly centered on their storytelling, the band joined forces with Brad Cook (Bon Iver, Hiss Golden Messenger, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Waxahatchee), a producer whose distinct vision helped SCI to fully embrace the album’s rootsy simplicity. Check out the tour dates!
Hyphen Hyphen's North America Tour Starts August 24
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The tour will see the queer pop/rock trio Hyphen Hyphen making stops across Montreal, Edmonton, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Portland. Their recent album is full of collaborations, including Glen Ballard on “Don’t wait for me”, or mix engineers Mark «Spike» Stent (Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, etc.) and Dan Grech (Lana del Rey, Moby).
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The tour will see the queer pop/rock trio Hyphen Hyphen making stops across Montreal, Edmonton, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Portland. Their recent album is full of collaborations, including Glen Ballard on “Don’t wait for me”, or mix engineers Mark «Spike» Stent (Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, etc.) and Dan Grech (Lana del Rey, Moby).
Billie Eilish to Drop BARBIE Movie Soundtrack Song Next Week
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
One of the scret tracks from the Barbie soundtrack has been revealed... and it's none ther than Grammy-winner Billie Eilish! Eilish will release 'What Was I Made For?,' her track from the highly-anticipated film's soundtrack. Dua Lipa, Karol G, Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, Charli XCX, and Pink Pantheress's songs from the album are out now.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
One of the scret tracks from the Barbie soundtrack has been revealed... and it's none ther than Grammy-winner Billie Eilish! Eilish will release 'What Was I Made For?,' her track from the highly-anticipated film's soundtrack. Dua Lipa, Karol G, Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, Charli XCX, and Pink Pantheress's songs from the album are out now.
ATREYU Releases 'Gone' from 'The Moment You Find Your Flame' EP
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Inspired initially by ideas brought by guitarist Dan Jacobs, the lead single “Gone” is an arena-ready rock anthem that yearns for a lost love and laments the personal failings that brought about the relationship’s demise. Live performance footage in the lyric video is credited to Christian Lawrence and Micala Austin.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Inspired initially by ideas brought by guitarist Dan Jacobs, the lead single “Gone” is an arena-ready rock anthem that yearns for a lost love and laments the personal failings that brought about the relationship’s demise. Live performance footage in the lyric video is credited to Christian Lawrence and Micala Austin.
Chance Peña to Release New EP 'Lovers to Strangers'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The track listing includes his current single “In My Room,” which currently has 107.5M streams on Spotify, 13.4M streams on Apple Music, 18.4 million views on YouTube and 5 billion views on TikTok, with 2 million video creations and counting. Peña played that song and other fan-favorites during his set at Bonnaroo Music Festival last month.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The track listing includes his current single “In My Room,” which currently has 107.5M streams on Spotify, 13.4M streams on Apple Music, 18.4 million views on YouTube and 5 billion views on TikTok, with 2 million video creations and counting. Peña played that song and other fan-favorites during his set at Bonnaroo Music Festival last month.
AMAARA Unveils 'Still' Single Ahead of Friday Album Release
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Child of Venus is the striking debut full length album from Canadian-born singer, songwriter, producer, filmmaker and actor Kaelen Ohm (she/they) who performs under the musical moniker AMAARA. Released Friday, the collection is classic-era dream pop at its core, drawing influence from jazz, R&B and folk music.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Child of Venus is the striking debut full length album from Canadian-born singer, songwriter, producer, filmmaker and actor Kaelen Ohm (she/they) who performs under the musical moniker AMAARA. Released Friday, the collection is classic-era dream pop at its core, drawing influence from jazz, R&B and folk music.
Carly Rae Jepsen to Release 'The Loveliest Time' Album Next Month
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Carly Rae Jepsen will be released 'The Loveliest Time,' the B-sides to her recent album 'The Loneliest Time.' While the 'Call Me Maybe' hitmaker has previously released the B-sides of her past albums like 'Dedicated,' 'E*MO*TION,' and more, she reveals that the new album is more of a project that completes its predecessor.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Carly Rae Jepsen will be released 'The Loveliest Time,' the B-sides to her recent album 'The Loneliest Time.' While the 'Call Me Maybe' hitmaker has previously released the B-sides of her past albums like 'Dedicated,' 'E*MO*TION,' and more, she reveals that the new album is more of a project that completes its predecessor.
Enhypen Announced Dates & Venues for U.S. Leg of 'Fate' World Tour
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
K-pop powerhouse ENHYPEN are hosting their second world tour ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR 'FATE' (hereinafter 'FATE'). ‘FATE’ will kick off at KSPO Dome in Seoul on July 29 with two consecutive dates, followed by a Japanese dome tour in Kyocera Dome Osaka on September 2 & 3, and Tokyo Dome on September 13 & 14.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
K-pop powerhouse ENHYPEN are hosting their second world tour ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR 'FATE' (hereinafter 'FATE'). ‘FATE’ will kick off at KSPO Dome in Seoul on July 29 with two consecutive dates, followed by a Japanese dome tour in Kyocera Dome Osaka on September 2 & 3, and Tokyo Dome on September 13 & 14.
Kristin Hersh Unveils New Single 'Ms Haha'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Esteemed singer, guitarist and songwriter Kristin Hersh’s new single “Ms Haha” is out now via Fire Records with an accompanying video directed by Jonny Sanders. The music video compliments the “goofy gravity” of Hersh’s “Ms Haha” with manipulated, distorted visuals of Hersh on the guitar moving with different elements.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Esteemed singer, guitarist and songwriter Kristin Hersh’s new single “Ms Haha” is out now via Fire Records with an accompanying video directed by Jonny Sanders. The music video compliments the “goofy gravity” of Hersh’s “Ms Haha” with manipulated, distorted visuals of Hersh on the guitar moving with different elements.
Josh Turner To Release 'Greatest Hits' Album
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The project includes his five No. 1 hits - “Your Man,” certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA; “Would You Go With Me,” certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA; “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” certified double-Platinum by the RIAA; “All Over Me,” certified Gold by the RIAA; and “Hometown Girl,” certified double-Platinum by the RIAA.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The project includes his five No. 1 hits - “Your Man,” certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA; “Would You Go With Me,” certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA; “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” certified double-Platinum by the RIAA; “All Over Me,” certified Gold by the RIAA; and “Hometown Girl,” certified double-Platinum by the RIAA.
Jessika Shares New Song ft. Gashi & Announces Debut Album
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
World Ain’t Ready, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), is a testament to JESSIKA’s resilience, passion, and extraordinary circumstances that shaped her artistic vision. Notably, the album came to life while JESSIKA covertly inhabited the BMG Nashville office.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
World Ain’t Ready, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), is a testament to JESSIKA’s resilience, passion, and extraordinary circumstances that shaped her artistic vision. Notably, the album came to life while JESSIKA covertly inhabited the BMG Nashville office.
Lily & Madeleine Announce 5th Studio Album 'Nite Swim'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Indianapolis-based folk-pop duo Lily & Madeleine will release their enchanting fifth studio album Nite Swim, available to pre-order now. Alongside the announcement, the band share the soothing official first taste of the project, the track and video, 'Windowless Bedroom' out everywhere now.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Indianapolis-based folk-pop duo Lily & Madeleine will release their enchanting fifth studio album Nite Swim, available to pre-order now. Alongside the announcement, the band share the soothing official first taste of the project, the track and video, 'Windowless Bedroom' out everywhere now.
Oracle Sisters Share New Single 'Cigale Song'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Oracle Sisters release a new video for “Cigale Song.” The video comes ahead of two intimate headline shows; Paris Galliera and a unique London Ladbroke Hall show accompanied by a string quartet (sold-out), with the band also set to support Pulp at Scarborough Open Air Theatre this Sunday (9th).
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Oracle Sisters release a new video for “Cigale Song.” The video comes ahead of two intimate headline shows; Paris Galliera and a unique London Ladbroke Hall show accompanied by a string quartet (sold-out), with the band also set to support Pulp at Scarborough Open Air Theatre this Sunday (9th).
Bella Moore Shares Debut Single “Benny Valentine
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Los Angeles-based artist Bella Moore shared her debut single “Benny Valentine” via Rain Phoenix’s label, LaunchLeft. Bella’s ethereal vocals slide across distorted guitars and resonant drums as the hauntingly beautiful, fuzzed out track delves into a mesmerizing meeting with the mysterious figure ‘Benny Valentine.’
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Los Angeles-based artist Bella Moore shared her debut single “Benny Valentine” via Rain Phoenix’s label, LaunchLeft. Bella’s ethereal vocals slide across distorted guitars and resonant drums as the hauntingly beautiful, fuzzed out track delves into a mesmerizing meeting with the mysterious figure ‘Benny Valentine.’
Lindsay Lou Drops Folk-Pop Ballad 'Nothing Else Matters' Feat. Jerry Douglas
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Queen of Time was produced by Dave O'Donnell (James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Heart) and also features Grammy Award-winner Billy Strings. “Nothing Else Matters” follows the debut single and title track “Queen of Time,” which exemplifies the continued theme of duality as Lou explores a path filled with heartbreak, discovery and resilience.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
Queen of Time was produced by Dave O'Donnell (James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Heart) and also features Grammy Award-winner Billy Strings. “Nothing Else Matters” follows the debut single and title track “Queen of Time,” which exemplifies the continued theme of duality as Lou explores a path filled with heartbreak, discovery and resilience.
Ida Mae Release New Single 'Lost on Your Time' From 'Thunder Above You'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The 11 song collection was conceived following Chris Turpin and Stephanie Jean discovering she was pregnant while on tour with Willie Nelson and Lucinda Williams in San Francisco. They also worked with Ethan Johns, who contributed drums on the album, and bassist Nick Pini (Laura Marling, Nick Mulvey), to record the album live to tape.
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023
The 11 song collection was conceived following Chris Turpin and Stephanie Jean discovering she was pregnant while on tour with Willie Nelson and Lucinda Williams in San Francisco. They also worked with Ethan Johns, who contributed drums on the album, and bassist Nick Pini (Laura Marling, Nick Mulvey), to record the album live to tape.
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