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UPSAHL Unveils 'The PHX Tapes' Volume Two by Michael Major
- June 09, 2023 “WET WHITE TEE SHIRT” (A SIDE), co-written with Justin Tranter (Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa, Måneskin) and produced by Max Martin collaborators Rami Yacoub and Sly, is a steamy song soundtracked by a booming bass that begs to be blasted at full volume. The track would fit in just as seamlessly bumping through a packed club in 1993 as it does in 2023.
Matteo Bocelli to Release Debut Album in September by Michael Major
- June 09, 2023 The 12-track album showcases a mix of songs in English and Italian, with writing and production from Ed & Matthew Sheeran, PARISI (Ed Sheeran, Fred Again), Jesse Shatkin (Miley Cyrus, Sia, Kelly Clarkson) and Stuart Crichton (Kesha, Backstreet Boys, Louis Tomlinson), and more. Bocelli has also unveiled “For You,” the album’s first single.
Colbie Caillat Announces Solo Debut Country Album by Michael Major
- June 09, 2023 “Pretend” was written by Caillat alongside Grammy-winning, Hall of Fame songwriter Liz Rose and 7X chart-topping songwriter AJ Pruis. A common theme found throughout the album, “Pretend” laments on the ending of past relationship but aims to focus on the happy times rather than succumbing to feelings of sadness and regret.
Madonna & Sam Smith Partner For 'Vulgar' New Single by Michael Major
- June 09, 2023 Released by Capitol Records, the single was produced by ILYA for MXM Productions, Cirkut, Omer Fedi, Ryan Tedder, Jimmy Napes, Sam and Lauren D’elia, Madonna’s vocal producer and engineer. With their fifth GRAMMY Award in hand, Sam headed into a Los Angeles studio with Madonna to record a fierce, unapologetic duet: “VULGAR.”
Candlebox Announces Final Studio Album 'The Long Goodbye' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 The news comes on the heels of the multi-platinum selling Seattle rock band gearing up to launch their final tour this weekend. Candlebox – Kevin Martin (lead vocals), Adam Kury (bass), Brian Quinn (guitar), Island Styles (guitar), BJ Kerwin (drums) – will be out on the road from June 10th through early fall crossing the country.
Video: Flo Milli Links With Lah Pat for 'Rodeo' Remix Music Video by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 The track’s woozy production underscores his instantly irresistible crooning on the verses. Of course, it channels the 1996 Ginuwine banger “Pony,” but with a distinct and dynamic 21st century twist. Meanwhile, red hot gold-certified Alabama spitter Flo Milli pulls up with a highly quotable cameo driven by her fiery delivery. Watch the video now!
Video: Albert Hammond Jr Unveils 'Memo of Hate' Video by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Albert Hammond Jr—globally renowned guitarist, singer-songwriter and founding member of the Grammy Award-winning band The Strokes—shares the official video for “Memo of Hate,” the next in a series of episodic videos directed by Angela Ricciardi and Silken Weinberg. Plus, check out tour dates now!
Grove Street Announce Debut Album 'The Path To Righteousness' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Southampton hardcore/thrash quintet GROVE STREET have announced the release of their debut album, The Path to Righteousness, to be released through UNFD, with the release of the album's title track.
City Girls Release New Single 'I Need a Thug' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 It's the hip-hop duo's first release of the year as lead artist — and serves as the introduction to their forthcoming third album. Having recently been named one of the 50 greatest rap groups of all time by Billboard, Yung Miami and JT are primed to make it a too make it the Summer to act bad. Real Bad.
Randy Travis Announces Launch of New Radio Station In Nashville by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 At 10 a.m. CST this morning, with one flip of a switch by country icon Randy Travis, Midwest Communication’s CHR Station, Hot 106.7, was transformed to “Y’all 106.7.” The first song to air on this new 80’s and 90’s-based country format was none other than Travis’ very own “Forever and Ever, Amen.”
Jacob Morris Releases 'Stoney' From Upcoming EP by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Durham, North Carolina-based cellist, vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jacob Morris spent years establishing himself in Athens, Georgia's music biome, supporting some of its finest musicians and songwriters, including Ham 1, Vic Chesnutt, Liz Durrett, Madeline Adams, and Patterson Hood of the Drive-By Truckers.
Video: Kenya Vaun Drops Vibrant New 'Summer' Music Video by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 In the music video she captures the spirit of the season with this breezy and blissful sun-kissed visual. We see Kenya go about another monotonous day at her record store job, while cleaning and assisting customers she can’t help but think of the beautiful weather and summer vibes she’s missing out on.
Upper Wilds Share New Single 'Short Centuries' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Upper Wilds will be touring with Pelican, including a Chicago album release show at the Metro alongside Uniform. In addition Dan Friel will curate a series of outdoor concerts titled 'Interstellar Overpass' at Mama Tried in Brooklyn, featuring members of Oneida, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Guided By Voices and more.
KiNG MALA Drops 'Sunny Side Up' New Track Out Now by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 KiNG MALA loses her appetite for a dying relationship on sassy new track “sunny side up.” NYLON premiered the accompanying video earlier, which follows KiNG MALA and her partner turning the breakfast table into a battleground, complete with food flying, utensils clashing, and the “cult leader”’s fierceness on full display.
Range Media Partners Welcomes Cory Litwin as Range Music's New Managing Partner by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Joining Litwin will be his roster of more than 25 writers, producers and engineers spanning all genres of music, including Murda Beatz, Jason “Cheese” Goldberg and GRAMMY/EMMY winner Autumn Rowe. Litwin’s team, which includes managers Brennan Bryant and Ky Zaretsky, as well as coordinator Edson Higareda, will also join.
WXPN Launches 'Artist To Watch: Black Opry Residency' For Emerging Artists by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Hosted by John Morrison, the podcast presents five stories of up-and-coming Black musicians seeking to reclaim country and Americana as inclusive genres. The first episode of the 5-part series is available to stream across all digital platforms, with subsequent episodes airing each week on Thursday through Black Music Month.
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 singles “Loser at Best” and “Best Friend.”
Electronic Music Duo Tale Of Us Brings Their Afterlife Label to Interscope; Launching Anyma's Debut Album by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Interscope Records announced that it will partner with Afterlife, the visionary label owned by internationally acclaimed electronic music duo Tale Of Us, composed of Carmine Conte (MRAK) and Matteo Milleri (Anyma). Under the partnership, Interscope will release the debut album by Anyma and distribute all Afterlife releases.
Laura Misch Announces Debut Album 'Sample the Sky' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 An enchanting journey through London’s wild edgelands, the LP is an ode care, connection and listening to the natural world. ‘Sample The Sky’ responds to nature's patterns through organic electronic productions, embodied lyrics, wind inspired saxophone, singing and synthesis all woven into intricately crafted left-field pop songs.
NYC's Rebounder Announce New EP & Share Lead Single 'Disco Ball Soul' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Rebounder have announced their new EP Sundress Songs and shared lead single “Disco Ball Soul,” a widescreen, lush track that frontman Dylan Chenfeld explains was “initially about the frustrations of being a Knicks fan. Funny enough, the evening we shot the video, we were watching the Knicks lose in the playoffs.
Chris Farren Shares Jay Som-Produced Single 'Bluish' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Beloved and prolific songwriter Chris Farren recently announced his new Jay Som-produced album, Doom Singer. Following lead single “Cosmic Leash,” Farren shares the album’s opening track “Bluish.” Chris Farren is hitting the road this Fall, with dates in the UK and throughout North America. Check out all of the tour dates!
Video: Benny Benack III Releases Video For New Rendition of 'Gary, Indiana' by Michael Major
- June 08, 2023 Benny follows in the footsteps of his trumpeter/bandleader grandfather Benny Benack Sr., his saxophonist/clarinetist father Benny Benack Jr., and his mother Claudia Benack, a voice professor at Carnegie Mellon University who’s instructed the likes of Josh Groban, Leslie Odom Jr., and more. Watch the new video now!