Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Release 'Strangers No More: The Worktapes' EP
by Michael Major - Jan 9, 2024
Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors release Strangers No More: The Worktapes – an EP that features acoustic versions of select tracks from their ninth full-length studio album Strangers No More (June 2023). Recorded on an old 80's tape machine by Holcomb and his longtime Production Manager and Engineer Thomas Dulin.
Eye Flys Share New Single 'Bananarchy Zoo'
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2024
Throughout, vocalist/guitarist Jake Smith grapples with his love/hate relationship with his Florida roots, delivered with acerbic wit, while also digging into the band's influences with the title referencing Doom's crust and D-beat classic 'Monarchy Zoo.'
Video: ALLBLK Releases New DOUBLE CROSS Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2023
After the shocking reveal of their true biological father in last season's finale, the vigilante “Wonder Twins” are back, and with a vengeance. Ashley A. Williams and Jeff Logan reprise their roles as crime-fighters Erica and Eric Cross, respectively, and continue their crusade against child trafficking no matter the cost. Watch the new video now!
Ultra Naté Drops 'UNBREAKABLE' Remix By DJ Spen And Michele Chiavarini
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023
Part of famed 90's production collective Basement Boys, Spen's discography includes cuts and remixes for Ultra, Michael Jackson, Paula Abdul and Crystal Waters. Chiavarini has recorded for the likes of Ray Charles, Kylie Minogue, Diana Ross, Donna Summer, Pavarotti, Soul II Soul, Moby and more.
Michelle Malone & The Hot Toddies Bring Holiday Cheer With 'Toddie Time'
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023
Michelle Malone & The Hot Toddies are bringing holiday cheer with their show 'Toddie Time.' The Hot Toddies feature Michelle Malone on vocals and acoustic guitar, Doug Kees on hollow body electric guitar (Michelle Malone Band, Peter Searcy, Johnny Hyde Quartet), and upright bassist Robby Handley (Lera Lynn, Larkin Poe).
Tom Waits Joins Iggy Pop For Two-Hour Radio Special
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023
Tom Waits joins Iggy Pop for a two-hour radio special where they spin and discuss their favorite records. The show will be broadcast globally on Sunday, December 3 at 4 PM UK time. Waits' entire metamorphic and groundbreaking mid-period Island Records studio catalog is out now.
AUTOGRAMM Release New Album With Video For 'Born Losers'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 19, 2023
Autogramm releases their latest LP 'Music That Humans Can Play' along with a music video for the track 'Born Losers'. The album features influences from The Fixx, David Bowie, Cheap Trick, and more.
Cody Belew Releases Original Holiday Single 'The Joy of Christmastime'
by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2023
Singer-songwriter Cody Belew is kicking off this holiday season with the release of his original single, “The Joy of Christmastime,” out now via Visionary Media Group. His third consecutive holiday song, the track feels instantly timeless, with its catchy lyrics and a melody you're bound to remember.
AUTOGRAMM Drop Driving New Video For “Plastic Punx” Ahead Of New Album
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023
Autogramm, synth-driven power-poppers from Seattle, Chicago and Vancouver, have just announced their latest LP Music That Humans Can Play with an advance single and video for the track 'Plastic Punx'. Their first album in over two years will be released on vinyl and digital formats world-wide on November 17th via Stomp Records (and Beluga Records EU).
Martin Solveig RETURNS With Brand New Album 'Back To Life'
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2023
Martin Solveig returns with uplifting new album 'Back To Life'. His first LP since 2011, Back To Life was worth the wait: jam-packed with unforgettable melodies, zesty productions and talented collaborators, this is a life-affirming new sound from Martin Solveig.
Slash Sets World Tour Dates With Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2023
Slash Feat. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators have confirmed a massive run of 2024 international dates. The newly announced The River Is Rising-Rest of the World Tour '24 will kick off with the band's return to Mexico City's Pepsi Centre WTC, and will see SMKC hit 21 countries, and 32 cities across the globe.
Michelle Malone & The Hot Toddies Bring Holiday Cheer With New Album
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2023
Get ready for some holiday cheer with this exciting new release! The Hot Toddies feature Michelle Malone on vocals and acoustic guitar, Doug Kees on hollow body electric guitar (Michelle Malone Band, Peter Searcy, Johnny Hyde Quartet), and upright bassist Robby Handley (Lera Lynn, Larkin Poe).
Ne-Yo Drops New Single 'Link Up'
by Michael Major - Sep 29, 2023
NE-YO announced his new single “Link Up,” a smooth and seductive song that was produced by Hitmaka, Cardiak and Wu10 and samples the 1980s R&B hit “Looking Up To You,” recorded by Michael Wycoff. As part of the single release, the multiplatinum musician also unveiled the corresponding, official video for “Link Up.”
Cody Belew Previews His Debut Album With Title Track 'I Did It for Love'
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2023
Channeling classic country-pop with a sultry, rock-n-roll swagger, “I Did It for Love” was co-written with Lucie Silvas (Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Tricia Yearwood) and producer Dustin Ransom (Richard Marx, Chely Wright, Emily West). The hook-filled stomper was inspired by the actions of a fellow artist.
Texas Psychedelic Country Band Ghost Party Shares New Single 'Yankee Reaper'
by Michael Major - Aug 28, 2023
'Yankee Reaper' suggests some sort of cosmic mashup between T.Rex and the White Album sessions. Ghost Party is joined by pedal steel master Will Van Horn, notable for his contributions to Khruangbin and Leon Bridges' latest collaborative EPs. Ghost Party is the nostalgic, retro psych revival project of McCullough Ferguson.
VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer for Children's Theatre Company's Production of COOKIN' (Nanta 난í��)
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 30, 2023
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) has released a trailer for Cookin' (also known as Nanta 난타) the international smash-hit sensation from South Korea that will be playing at CTC in the fall of 2023. The Minneapolis premiere engagement Cookin' at CTC is the production's only Midwest stop in 2023-2024 touring season. Check out a first look at the production below!
Snakehips Release Deluxe Album Plus Single With Muni Long
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2023
Muni Long’s vocals flow across the track, imbuing her ultra-melodic vocals with fiery lyricism in tow. The single was co-written and produced by prolific hit-makers Stargate, who have 10 Billboard number 1s, multiple Grammy award nominations and wins, and have penned chart-topping records for Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Shakira, Jay Z and Ne-Yo.
Review: ROCK OF AGES Comes to Kansas City at The Warwick Theatre
by Steve Wilson - Jul 24, 2023
Opening night for ROCK OF AGES at the Warwick Theatre was a performance for the ages. Nick Padgett, Producing Artistic Director of Padgett Productions, co-directs the musical with Matthew Allen, which runs through August 6th at the Warwick. The choreography was designed by Allen and the musical direction was by Tom Braselton.