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Say She She Release New Single 'Blow My Mind'
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2022


Say She She have released their fiery and seductive sophomore single “Blow My Mind.” The song follows their recently released debut single and video “Forget Me Not” – both tracks have earned early support from KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic. Watch the new music video now!

Seratones Share New Single 'Two of a Kind'
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2022


Seratones, fronted by the activist A.J. Haynes, share new single “Two of a Kind.” The song contemplates how queerness blooms beyond binaries and borders, and is highlighted by drummer Jesse Gabriel’s scorched disco beat. The song follows previously released tracks “Good Day” and “Dark Matter.' Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Seratones Announce New Album 'Love & Algorythms'
by Michael Major - Feb 10, 2022


This album follows their breakout debut and sophomore records. Now, three years later, Seratones dive into the joyful struggle to find pleasure in a world designed to destroy you on Love & Algorhythms, which was produced by Paul Butler at Sonic Ranch Studios in Texas. Watch a new music video from the album now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL & More Headline BroadwayHD February Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022


BroadwayHD is bringing a diverse roster of programming to their site this month.  Starting February 1, movie musical classics Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, which was nominated for five Academy Awards® including 'Best Picture,” and Man of La Mancha starring Peter O’Toole and Sophia Loren, will join the service. 

The Django Announces February Line-Up
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2021


THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, will continue to host today’s jazz legends and rising stars. On February 3, The Django celebrates the fifth anniversary of the Brooklyn-based record label, La Reserve, with special performances by the label’s artists.

Chakourah Announces New EP 'lotusland'
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2021


The EP’s first single, “West St.,” is a bittersweet love song between a girl and a creature from another world. They realize their time together can only be short, and that the best way to love each other is to let go and watch each other shine from a distance. Listen to the new single now!

Daptone Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Massive Live Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jul 7, 2021


The live album arrives this fall on October 1st and features performances by  Charles Bradley, Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings, Naomi Shelton, Antibalas, The Budos Band, Menahan Street Band, Sugarman 3, Saun & Starr, and the Como Mamas. 

MR JUKES & BARNEY ARTIST Announce Joint Album & Share 'Vibrate' Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 10, 2021


The pair--who were instantly bonded by a mutual love of the ever-changing landscape of modern hip-hop--also just shared their new single “Vibrate” along with a video that sees them take over UK amusement park Alton Towers.

James Levy Releases New LP 'Soldier'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 12, 2021


All three singles and their videos own a wry sense of humor is classic James Levy. His sheer self-awareness breaks the marketing fourth wall in a way that makes it hard not to smile and feel in on the joke of what's it's like to take oneself too seriously in the music business, or in anything in life.

James Levy Shares New Single & Video 'Myself Anymore'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 17, 2021


Associated acts of Levy's include Reputante (Cult), James Levy &The Blood Red Rose (Heavenly), LEVY (OLI), Lolawolf (Innit), Charles Bradley, The Pierces, and this new record follows Levy's debut solo record, Somebody (Innit), which came out in 2019 and was produced by Paul Defiglia (The Avett Brothers).

James Levy Signs With Side Hustle Records
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 27, 2021


Nashville-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, James Levy. announces his new signing to Side Hustle Records / The Orchard, with a new album, Solider, due out on March 12, 2021.

Pickathon Presents 'A Concert A Day'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 7, 2020


As we fight COVID-19 together, the power of music to bring hope, foster community, and encourage mental health is more resonant than ever. With this in mind, Pickathon is excited to present A Concert A Day starting April 8, an initiative to help musicians and artist communities through the Recording Academy's MUSICARES® organization.

Daptone Records Releases The James Hunter Six's New Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 1, 2020


Back in the spotlight with a sublime new rhythm and blues record, James Hunter follows up six critically acclaimed albums with his latest recording, Nick of Time, set for release on Brooklyn's renowned soul label Daptone Records. Nick of Time is a shining testament of how a master songsmith continually draws fresh water from a bottomless well. Recorded and produced by Bosco Mann, Nick of Time features one of today's foremost soul singers at the top of his game performing with musicians who've backed some of the biggest contemporary music stars including Daptone artists Sharon Jones and Charles Bradley. Nick of Time is internationally released, March 6, 2020.

The James Hunter Six Release New Album on Daptone Records
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 13, 2020


Back in the spotlight with a sublime new rhythm and blues record, James Hunter follows up six critically acclaimed albums with his latest recording, Nick of Time, set for release on Brooklyn's renowned soul label Daptone Records. Nick of Time is a shining testament of how a master songsmith continually draws fresh water from a bottomless well. Recorded and produced by Bosco Mann, Nick of Time features one of today's foremost soul singers at the top of his game performing with musicians who've backed some of the biggest contemporary music stars including Daptone artists Sharon Jones and Charles Bradley. Nick of Time will be internationally released on March 6, 2020.

The James Hunter Six to Release New Studio Album NICK OF TIME
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 5, 2019


Back in the spotlight with a sublime new rhythm and blues record, James Hunter follows up six critically acclaimed albums with his latest recording, Nick of Time, set for release on Brooklyn's renowned soul label Daptone Records. Nick of Time is a shining testament of how a master songsmith continually draws fresh water from a bottomless well. Recorded and produced by Bosco Mann, Nick of Time features one of today's foremost soul singers at the top of his game performing with musicians who've backed some of the biggest contemporary music stars including Daptone artists Sharon Jones and Charles Bradley. Nick of Time will be internationally released on March 6, 2020.

Seratones Share Music Video for 'Over You'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 21, 2019


Shreveport, Louisiana's Seratones - fronted by the gospel-trained powerhouse frontwoman A.J. Haynes - released their sophomore album POWER in August to critical acclaim from NPR, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, PAPER Magazine, Paste Magazine, NYLON, and many more. They recently wrapped up a headlining tour in the US, and before kicking off their UK/EU tour tonight they share the music video for 'Over You.'

The Jay Vons Premiere Video For 'Keep Moving On'
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 21, 2019


The Jay Vons premiered a video for “Keep On Moving” today via Vents Magazine, prior to their debut album, The Word, arriving tomorrow via La Castanya. The New York City quartet will celebrate December 1 in Brooklyn at Union Pool.

James Levy Releases New Album 'Somebody' on Innit Recordings/The Orchard
by Abigail Charpentier - Sep 13, 2019


James Levy's new album Somebody is out today on Innit Recordings/The Orchard. The album was produced by Paul Defiglia (The Avett Brothers) and recorded in Nashville. Levy and his band will perform songs from the new album at a record release party at The Basement in Nashville on Oct 3.

Seratones Share New Track FEAR via Nylon
by Tori Hartshorn - Aug 8, 2019


Shreveport, Louisiana's Seratones - fronted by the gospel-trained powerhouse frontwoman A.J. Haynes - will release their sophomore album POWER later this month. The band has already released the massive singles 'Power,' 'Gotta Get To Know Ya' and 'Sadboi,' earning praise from the likes of The New York Times, NPR Rolling Stone, and many more. Today, the band releases the gripping Power album opener 'Fear,' a track that artfully sets the table for an album all about the day-to-day beauty and horror of modern life.

Seratones Share Moving POWER Video via Paper
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 18, 2019


Shreveport, Louisiana's Seratones - fronted by the gospel-trained powerhouse frontwoman A.J. Haynes - will release their sophomore album POWER next month, and today they share an incredibly moving music video for the album's title track. The Danielle Calodney-directed video highlights A.J.'s work as an equality and reproductive rights activist, as well as her work as a counselor at one of Louisiana's last abortion clinics, and is dedicated to the late Sadie Roberts-Joseph. Filmed throughout three important, women-founded locations in Shreveport - the Calanthean Temple, which was a Black cultural hub during the Jim Crow-era; Hope Medical Group abortion clinic, where A.J. is a counselor; and The Confederate monument - “Power” is Seratones' way of celebrating how far we have come, despite all the work there is left to do.

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