MOONSHINE BANDITS Announce 'Pour Decisions' Headlining Summer Tour
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The tour will start on Saturday, June 3 and stretch throughout the summer including three performances at the famed Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, SD. During the run, MOONSHINE BANDITS will be supported by Good Ol' Boyz, Dusty Leigh, Brandon Hart, and Who TF Is Justin Time? on various dates.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The tour will start on Saturday, June 3 and stretch throughout the summer including three performances at the famed Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, SD. During the run, MOONSHINE BANDITS will be supported by Good Ol' Boyz, Dusty Leigh, Brandon Hart, and Who TF Is Justin Time? on various dates.
Pecas Releases Single 'BEAUTIFUL'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The accompanying video, directed by Argentinean filmmaker Nata Failde in collaboration with Oriental Films and Proyecto24, portrays the aftermath of a motorcycle crash in slow motion and in reverse. It’s the visualization of how violent loss can feel, and how harrowing and disorienting longing can be.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The accompanying video, directed by Argentinean filmmaker Nata Failde in collaboration with Oriental Films and Proyecto24, portrays the aftermath of a motorcycle crash in slow motion and in reverse. It’s the visualization of how violent loss can feel, and how harrowing and disorienting longing can be.
Video: See Body Of Light + James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko) In New Video for 'Bitter Reflection'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
As they prepare for the release of their fourth full-length album, Bitter Reflection, brothers Alex and Andrew Jarson aka Body Of Light have revealed the record's title track alongside a stunning new music video that features revered actor James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko). Watch the new music video now!
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
As they prepare for the release of their fourth full-length album, Bitter Reflection, brothers Alex and Andrew Jarson aka Body Of Light have revealed the record's title track alongside a stunning new music video that features revered actor James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko). Watch the new music video now!
David Morris Tackles Addiction, Grief and the Journey of a Single Mom in 'Jenny's Song'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Co-written with Seth Alley, the song share's Jenny's story; a single mom doing her best to take care of her family and herself while battling addiction coupled with overwhelming grief. With an awareness of the power of a song, Morris aims to shed light on the tribulations and hardships so many in our world face.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Co-written with Seth Alley, the song share's Jenny's story; a single mom doing her best to take care of her family and herself while battling addiction coupled with overwhelming grief. With an awareness of the power of a song, Morris aims to shed light on the tribulations and hardships so many in our world face.
Gogol Bordello, Green Day, Fugazi, Dead Kennedys Members Release Ukrainian Charity Single
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Out on Hütz’s own label, Casa Gogol, the track features punk & hardcore heavy hitters like Tre Cool (Green Day), Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), Joe Lally (Fugazi, The Messthetics), Roger Miret (Agnostic Front), Monte Pittman (Ministry), Sasha (Kazka) and Puzzled Panther.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Out on Hütz’s own label, Casa Gogol, the track features punk & hardcore heavy hitters like Tre Cool (Green Day), Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), Joe Lally (Fugazi, The Messthetics), Roger Miret (Agnostic Front), Monte Pittman (Ministry), Sasha (Kazka) and Puzzled Panther.
Lauren Monroe Announces Special Dates With Rick Allen
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and healing arts practitioner and educator is thrilled to set the upcoming single, “Brave,” a string of summer shows with legendary drummer Rick Allen (of Def Leppard), and a partnership with Chateau Diana to benefit Raven Drum Foundation, the organization she and Allen co-founded in 2001.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and healing arts practitioner and educator is thrilled to set the upcoming single, “Brave,” a string of summer shows with legendary drummer Rick Allen (of Def Leppard), and a partnership with Chateau Diana to benefit Raven Drum Foundation, the organization she and Allen co-founded in 2001.
Mary Bridget Davies to Record Live Album in New York City
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Ms. Davies will be joined by acclaimed NYC musicians such as Clint DeGanon on drums (Stevie Wonder, West Side Story), Mark Berman on piano (Sex In The City, Bullets Over Broadway), Alex Prezzano on guitar (A Night With Janis Joplin) and Dave Richards on Bass (Hamilton, Indigo Girls).
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Ms. Davies will be joined by acclaimed NYC musicians such as Clint DeGanon on drums (Stevie Wonder, West Side Story), Mark Berman on piano (Sex In The City, Bullets Over Broadway), Alex Prezzano on guitar (A Night With Janis Joplin) and Dave Richards on Bass (Hamilton, Indigo Girls).
NMPA Annual Meeting to Honor Brandi Carlile With Songwriter Icon Award
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Brandi Carlile will receive this year’s NMPA Songwriter Icon Award. Additionally, Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl will deliver a keynote conversation. The event will also feature the first-ever NMPA Non-Performing Songwriter Icon Award.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Brandi Carlile will receive this year’s NMPA Songwriter Icon Award. Additionally, Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl will deliver a keynote conversation. The event will also feature the first-ever NMPA Non-Performing Songwriter Icon Award.
Sad Park Announce New Album 'NO MORE SOUND' & Share New Single 'ALWAYS AROUND'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The band worked with AJJ’s Sean Bonnette, who oversaw production and collaborated with vocalist/guitarist Graham Steele on the lyric writing process, helped bassist/vocalist Sam Morton, drummer Grant Bubar and guitarist Aidan Memory not only create a record that flows, musically and thematically, from beginning to end.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The band worked with AJJ’s Sean Bonnette, who oversaw production and collaborated with vocalist/guitarist Graham Steele on the lyric writing process, helped bassist/vocalist Sam Morton, drummer Grant Bubar and guitarist Aidan Memory not only create a record that flows, musically and thematically, from beginning to end.
The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites and Ambient Artist Taylor Deupree Team Up For 'Northern (Redux)'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Jeremiah Fraites has teamed up with ambient musician and sound artist Taylor Deupree for a forthcoming release titled Northern (Redux). Northern (Redux) is a complete reimagining of Deupree’s acclaimed 2006 album featuring new piano contributions written and recorded by Fraites along with renewed versions of the original tracks composed by Deupree.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Jeremiah Fraites has teamed up with ambient musician and sound artist Taylor Deupree for a forthcoming release titled Northern (Redux). Northern (Redux) is a complete reimagining of Deupree’s acclaimed 2006 album featuring new piano contributions written and recorded by Fraites along with renewed versions of the original tracks composed by Deupree.
Sa-Roc Announces Co-Headline Tour with Rah Digga
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Sa-Roc has announced a co-headline tour with Rah Digga. Arguably one of the most vibrant MCs in the world now. The tour includes dates in Washington, DC, New York, Boston, Atlanta, Durham, Asheville, and Nashville. Check out the full lineup now!
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Sa-Roc has announced a co-headline tour with Rah Digga. Arguably one of the most vibrant MCs in the world now. The tour includes dates in Washington, DC, New York, Boston, Atlanta, Durham, Asheville, and Nashville. Check out the full lineup now!
Video: Jess Williamson Shares Video for Title Track off New Album 'Time Ain't Accidental'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Jess Williamson releases a magical one-shot video for “Time Ain’t Accidental,” the title track and opener from Williamson’s highly anticipated new album. Williamson is currently on the road in support of Time Ain’t Accidental through June 17th. Check out all upcoming tour dates now! Watch the music video now!
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Jess Williamson releases a magical one-shot video for “Time Ain’t Accidental,” the title track and opener from Williamson’s highly anticipated new album. Williamson is currently on the road in support of Time Ain’t Accidental through June 17th. Check out all upcoming tour dates now! Watch the music video now!
Chris Bullinger Releases 'Up On Blocks'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Bullinger's new single, produced by Josh Halper and Harrison Luna and engineered and mixed by Drew Carroll, showcases his skillful and reflective songwriting, taking listeners on a path of self-exploration and growth. “Up On Blocks” represents the start of the second chapter of Bullinger albums captured at The Bomb Shelter in Nashville, Tennessee.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Bullinger's new single, produced by Josh Halper and Harrison Luna and engineered and mixed by Drew Carroll, showcases his skillful and reflective songwriting, taking listeners on a path of self-exploration and growth. “Up On Blocks” represents the start of the second chapter of Bullinger albums captured at The Bomb Shelter in Nashville, Tennessee.
B-52's Cindy Wilson Announces Solo Album
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Wilson is known for her distinctly melodic voice and her remarkable ability to deliver powerful emotions in her music. Her work continues to influence alternative and mainstream cultures around the globe – and she’s still making new waves of her own. And now, Cindy releases the dance-banger “Midnight.”
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Wilson is known for her distinctly melodic voice and her remarkable ability to deliver powerful emotions in her music. Her work continues to influence alternative and mainstream cultures around the globe – and she’s still making new waves of her own. And now, Cindy releases the dance-banger “Midnight.”
Jake Shears Shares New Track 'Last Man Dancing'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The record was conceived between the US, Portugal, and London (where Jake relocated from his New Orleans home during the pandemic) alongside the sort of head-turning guestlist that, in Shears’ cross-pollinating universe, also makes total sense: from Amber Martin and Boys Noize to Big Freedia, Kylie Minogue, and cameos from Jane Fonda and Iggy Pop.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The record was conceived between the US, Portugal, and London (where Jake relocated from his New Orleans home during the pandemic) alongside the sort of head-turning guestlist that, in Shears’ cross-pollinating universe, also makes total sense: from Amber Martin and Boys Noize to Big Freedia, Kylie Minogue, and cameos from Jane Fonda and Iggy Pop.
Jaye Jayle (feat. Patrick Shiroishi) Shares 'The Party of Redemption'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
A portmanteau of prison and synthetic, the album was a deliberate departure from his previous work’s organic nature and an embrace of the personal isolation that set in with the pandemic. For Don’t Let Your Love Life Get You Down, Patterson returned the full-band approach while taking the crucial lessons he learned from working on Prisyn.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
A portmanteau of prison and synthetic, the album was a deliberate departure from his previous work’s organic nature and an embrace of the personal isolation that set in with the pandemic. For Don’t Let Your Love Life Get You Down, Patterson returned the full-band approach while taking the crucial lessons he learned from working on Prisyn.
Suzie True Releases New Single 'Sentimental Scum'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Their second album with Get Better Records, Sentimental Scum is, as bassist/singer Lexi McCoy describes, “kinda all over the place, inspired by artists like Babes In Toyland, The Muffs, Jeff Rosenstock, Josie & The Pussycats, and anime theme music” with lyrical content on “sobriety, addiction, mental health, exploring queer identity, and more.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Their second album with Get Better Records, Sentimental Scum is, as bassist/singer Lexi McCoy describes, “kinda all over the place, inspired by artists like Babes In Toyland, The Muffs, Jeff Rosenstock, Josie & The Pussycats, and anime theme music” with lyrical content on “sobriety, addiction, mental health, exploring queer identity, and more.
GAL PAL Share New Single 'Pleasures'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The record is their first in 6 years, and finds the trio of Emelia Austin (she/her), Shayna Hahn (she/her) and Nico Romero (he/him) in their mid-twenties and at the height of their personal and collective power, working through gender dysphoria, personal loss, and the confusion of young adulthood.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The record is their first in 6 years, and finds the trio of Emelia Austin (she/her), Shayna Hahn (she/her) and Nico Romero (he/him) in their mid-twenties and at the height of their personal and collective power, working through gender dysphoria, personal loss, and the confusion of young adulthood.
DAIISTAR Covers the Classic Primal Scream Track 'Burning Wheel'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Austin band DAIISTAR are sharing the B-side of their debut single 'Tracemaker,' a cover of the 1997 Primal Scream classic 'Burning Wheel.' The single was released on lathe cut vinyl in an extremely limited edition and sold at the band's shows (and it's now sold out). This is the first time the track has been made available digitally.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Austin band DAIISTAR are sharing the B-side of their debut single 'Tracemaker,' a cover of the 1997 Primal Scream classic 'Burning Wheel.' The single was released on lathe cut vinyl in an extremely limited edition and sold at the band's shows (and it's now sold out). This is the first time the track has been made available digitally.
John J. Presley Releases New Single 'Sinnerman' Collaboration With Blood Red Shoes Singer and Guitarist Laura-Mary Carter
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
John J. Presley returns this month after a 3-year hiatus with a new single through God Unknown Records. Titled ‘Sinnerman’, this brooding, hypnotic new opus is the first cut to be lifted from Presley’s new album ‘Chaos and Calypso’ featuring a vocal collaboration from Blood Red Shoes singer and guitarist Laura-Mary Carter.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
John J. Presley returns this month after a 3-year hiatus with a new single through God Unknown Records. Titled ‘Sinnerman’, this brooding, hypnotic new opus is the first cut to be lifted from Presley’s new album ‘Chaos and Calypso’ featuring a vocal collaboration from Blood Red Shoes singer and guitarist Laura-Mary Carter.
Loraine James Announces 'Gentle Confrontation' Album
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Loraine James proudly announces her fourth album, Gentle Confrontation on Hyperdub. The new album features contributions from Marina Herlop, keiyaA, George Riley, and many others. To celebrate the announcement, Loraine shares the lead single “2003.”
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Loraine James proudly announces her fourth album, Gentle Confrontation on Hyperdub. The new album features contributions from Marina Herlop, keiyaA, George Riley, and many others. To celebrate the announcement, Loraine shares the lead single “2003.”
Castle Frank Releases 'For Jamie' Single Off Upcoming Debut LP 'In Your Blood'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Produced by Castle Frank with collaborators Nixon Boyd (Hollerado, Dizzy) and Matt Lederman (!!!, The Rural Alberta Advantage), In Your Blood is the merging of Max's influences: from producers like Noah Goldstein, Emile Haynie and Jon Hopkins, to the foundations of classic songwriting in the vein of artists like David Bowie and The National.
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Produced by Castle Frank with collaborators Nixon Boyd (Hollerado, Dizzy) and Matt Lederman (!!!, The Rural Alberta Advantage), In Your Blood is the merging of Max's influences: from producers like Noah Goldstein, Emile Haynie and Jon Hopkins, to the foundations of classic songwriting in the vein of artists like David Bowie and The National.
Kim Petras Reveals Tracklist for 'Feed The Beast' Album With BANKS, Nicki Minaj & Sam Smith
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The 15-track album includes Kim’s latest buzzy single “Alone” featuring diamond-selling hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj (watch the video here) her #1 global platinum smash hit with Sam Smith “Unholy,” and viral fan favorites like the body-positive “Coconuts” and single “brrr.” Feed The Beast also includes a collaboration with alt-pop star BANKS on “BAIT.”
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
The 15-track album includes Kim’s latest buzzy single “Alone” featuring diamond-selling hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj (watch the video here) her #1 global platinum smash hit with Sam Smith “Unholy,” and viral fan favorites like the body-positive “Coconuts” and single “brrr.” Feed The Beast also includes a collaboration with alt-pop star BANKS on “BAIT.”
Jeff Rosenstock Shares New Single & Announces North American Tour
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Tenuously beloved punk and EMMY-nominated Craig of the Creek songwriter Jeff Rosenstock is back with “LIKED U BETTER,” his first new single since 2020’s critically acclaimed NO DREAM (unless you count 2021’s SKA DREAM, his ska re-interpretation of the album, or quarantine collection 2020 DUMP, both of which absolutely ruled).
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Tenuously beloved punk and EMMY-nominated Craig of the Creek songwriter Jeff Rosenstock is back with “LIKED U BETTER,” his first new single since 2020’s critically acclaimed NO DREAM (unless you count 2021’s SKA DREAM, his ska re-interpretation of the album, or quarantine collection 2020 DUMP, both of which absolutely ruled).
K-POP Sensation KARD Comeback with Sixth Album ICKY
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
ICKY takes a closer look at each KARD member's individual musical talents. BM composed “CAKE” and “Been That Boy,” while J.seph contributed to writing the lyrics for the title track “ICKY,” “Been That Boy,” and “CAKE.” Somin and Jiwoo also made their mark on the album, helping with the writing of the lyrics for “CAKE.”
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
ICKY takes a closer look at each KARD member's individual musical talents. BM composed “CAKE” and “Been That Boy,” while J.seph contributed to writing the lyrics for the title track “ICKY,” “Been That Boy,” and “CAKE.” Somin and Jiwoo also made their mark on the album, helping with the writing of the lyrics for “CAKE.”
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