Elliott Smith News

The track—written and co-produced by Jean—is featured on her debut project, Parallel Universe. In celebration of the new music, Ryden will join Del Water Gap on his winter 2024 European tour, including a performance January 30 at London's Electric Ballroom and further dates in Amsterdam, Glasgow, Dublin, and more. Watch the video!

With the release of 'Better Living Through Femmistry,' Andy joins the Kill Rock Stars comedy roster which also includes releases by W. Kamau Bell, Cameron Esposito, Hari Kondabolu, Kurt Braunohler, Frangela, River Butcher, Ian Karmel, Emily Heller, Papp Johnson, and more.

Singer-songwriter - TOM JENKINS - is pleased to share a brand new album ‘Meadow Part 1' (via Xtra Mile Recordings). The surprise release arrives with the official video for lead track “Is There A Next One?” available to watch now!

As the first signing to Harry Styles' record label, Mitch Rowland debuted Top 10 on Billboard's Alternative New Artist Albums, Top New Artist Albums and Billboard Folk/Americana Charts, and Top 20 on the Billboard Emerging Artist, Current Alternative Albums, Current Rock Albums Charts, and more. Watch the performance video now!

The Michigan-based indie folk trio Frontier Ruckus announced the upcoming release of their new album On the Northline, their sixth album to date. The group has also shared a lyric video for the title track of the album, featuring a collage of vintage family photos as backdrop for the song’s haunting melodies and contemplative lyrics.

PRATEEK KUHAD has released a new EP titled 'MULAQAT.' A five-track collection highlighting Kuhad's gentle vocals and instrumentation, the release was heralded by singles “O Piya” and title track “Mulaqat.” “Mulaqat” was shared alongside an official music video starring famed Indian actress Tara Sutaria, which has amassed nearly four million views.

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad has shared an acoustic version of “Co2” from his acclaimed album The Way That Lovers Do. A fan-favorite since the album’s 2022 release, “Co2 (Acoustic)” strips back the original production for an intimate performance that focuses on Kuhad’s stunning vocals and guitar.

Celebrated concert pianist Christopher O'Riley will perform his own arrangements of British band and Grammy winner Radiohead followed by Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic Preludes and Fugues, Numbers I though XII, on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater.

DANIELLE HOWLE releases 'Current' (Kill Rock Stars Nashville) - Out Now! Southern poet/songwriter Danielle Howle releases her latest album 'Current' on Kill Rock Stars Nashville. Over the years, she's been compared to Patsy Cline, Nina Simone, and author Flannery O'Connor.

CITIZEN releases their new record 'Calling the Dogs'! Check out the latest release from the band.The new LP marks a significant and thematic evolution for the band as it serves as their first non-self-produced record in six years. The band worked with famed producer, Rob Schnapf (Kurt Vile, Elliott Smith). 

Discover the new album 'A Fiesta and a Hell' by dark rock meets shoegaze artist Lauren Lakis. Experience raw and haunting musical tones with cathartic storytelling. Garnering acclaim from Wonderland Magazine, Flaunt, and LADYGUNN.

Parallel Universe, the self-written and co-produced debut project from rising artist, songwriter and producer Jean Ryden. “Tired of Goodbyes” follows previously shared tracks “Butterfly Effect,” “Parallel Universe” and “Chlorine,” Ryden’s cinematic debut single which is the subject of praise from Consequence and Ones to Watch.

Prateek Kuhad has announced new Hindi EP Mualqat, a five-track collection written entirely by Kuhad. The news is heralded by the release of the EP's title track. The gentle ballad is accompanied by a visualizer streaming now on Kuhad's official YouTube channel, with an official lyric video arriving later this week.

Pianist Chris O'Riley performs Radiohead & Bach at Kennedy Center, bridging classical and popular music. Get event and ticket information here!

Celebrated concert pianist Christopher O’Riley will perform his own arrangements of British band and Grammy winner Radiohead followed by  Johann Sebastian Bach’s iconic Preludes and Fugues, Numbers I though XII, on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

San Francisco Bay Area quartet French Cassettes return with new single, “Medium Horny,” and a video from director Syra McCarthy Engineered by guitarist Mackenzie Bunch and mixed by Nick Krill (War On Drugs, Generationals), the single leads the way into an upcoming run of U.S. tour dates, kicking off next Wednesday, September 27.

Rooted in lyrical rock, there are tracks that evoke the pop sounds of Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and Gracie Abrams, while others hint at Americana artists Phoebe Bridgers, Elliott Smith, and Laura Marling. Thematically, the album takes us through Earl’s journey of early adulthood, including the concept of being “too much.”

The Black Swan-inspired video was filmed in Berlin and features ballet dancers whose choreography starkly illustrates the song’s poetic lyrics about life’s unpredictability. “Butterfly Effect” follows previously shared songs “Parallel Universe” and “Chlorine,” the artist’s cinematic debut single. Watch the new music video now!