Month: June 2011

MARLON RANDO OFFER NEW MP3 “WEIRD SCIENCE”

With their upbeat single, “Weird Science,” the tongue-in-cheek lyrics go hand in hand with the band’s name. Despite the group’s seemingly adolescent demeanor, Timmes describes “Weird Science” as “a purging of emotions” with relentless drum fills, washed out vocals, and an overdriven guitar.

THE WAVE PICTURES UNVEIL VIDEO FOR “BLUE HARBOUR”

The Wave Pictures are happy to present the Ben Reed directed video for their song “Blue Harbour.”   The song is off their recently released album Beer In The Breakers (Moshi Moshi). The British trio made their North American debut last year with the release of the double album Instant Coffee Baby and If You…

ACTRESS MEITAL DOHAN MAKES HER MUSICAL DEBUT

You know her from the Showtime hit series Weeds or her role on Woke Up Dead and now Meital Dohan is breaking into the music scene with the release of her debut single “Yummy Boyz” off her upcoming debut album “I’m in Hate With Love”. On the new album, Meital teams up with producer Che…

Dashdown, Rock n Roll Vacation

Over the years we’ve seen rock & hard rock slowly erode into over-commercialized, corporate puppet shows providing music that is extremely sing songy, predictable, popish & highly corporate. I hereby call this new breed of music “Poser Rock” & I want to personally thank all the corporate giants for successfully transforming “Sex Drugs & Rock…

The Third International, Beautiful Accident

After a long hiatus from music, Andrew Pearson has exploded back on the scene with the release of Beautiful Accident–seven hypnotic tracks of atmospheric soundscapes, vast musicality and underlying stories. The album is touted as “blues for the modern man” but with so many genres being tapped simultaneously, this one is tough to hang a…

Rose Of Jericho, Out of the Maze

The creative duo of Andrea Russie and Matt Rasmussen has returned with their sophomore full-length effort, Out of the Maze. The 13-track album is laden with radio-friendly pop rock tracks as well as emotive ballads and leans heavily on their guitar and vocal tandem. Russie supplies a vocal delivery that comes through with a definitive…

RISE AGAINST TACKLE BULLYING IN NEW MUSIC VIDEO

Rise Against and The It Gets Better Project ® are proud to announce a collaboration in conjunction with the release of Rise Against’s new single, “Make It Stop (September’s Children)” from their album Endgame, which debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart.

Opensight, Voice Of Nothing

Columbian prog metal outfit Opensight showcase their technical prowess and range of versatility on their new five-track EP, Voice Of Nothing. Despite their commitment to metal, styles and moods abound in lieu of the brevity of the album. Leaning heavily on guitar and deft drum work, it’s the musicality that shines on this one. The…

WATCH LIVE PERFORMANCES FROM THE ITUNES FESTIVAL LONDON 2011

Music fans around the world will be able to watch performances from the iTunes Festival London 2011 this July with live HD video streams from Live Nation Studios on their iPad, iPhone and iPod touch via the free iTunes Festival London 2011 App, and directly on the iTunes Store (www.itunes.com). Performances streamed live from this…

THE BANGLES SIGN TO MODEL MUSIC GROUP

THE BANGLES–guitarist/singer Susanna Hoffs, guitarist/singer Vicki Peterson and drummer/singer Debbi Peterson–will release their first album of new material in nearly eight years on September 13 via Model Music Group.   Titled SWEETHEART OF THE SUN, the album features the group’s inventive incorporation of ’60s folk rock, sunny SoCal harmonies and Beatles/Byrds/Beach Boys/Big Star godhead. SWEETHEART…

Theory of Tides, Preview for Swept Away

Mirana & Rick Comstock are known as Theory of Tides and they are offering listeners a special 3-song teaser.   These three tracks are designed to get you ready for the EP release of ‘Swept Away’.   Now we shall see if the Tides come crashing in and sweep you away; all in Theory of…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, JUNE 21st, 2011

GAGA AND BIEBER SWEEP MUCHMUSIC VIDEO AWARDS Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber had a successful night at Sunday’s MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto, Canada. Gaga won International Video of the Year for her single “Judas,” and   UR Fave International Video for “Born this Way.” Bieber, a Canada-native, tied with Drake for International Video Of…

WHO IS SPREE WILSON?

After developing a quick buzz with his highly critically acclaimed mixtape “The Never Ending Now”, Spree Wilson is gearing up to drop his debut EP release “Plastic Dreams” with Jive Records. This clip gets you more familiar with who Spree is, and where his diverse musical influences come from. The interview also gives you an…

ALL TIME LOW RELEASE REMIX VIDEO FOR “I FEEL LIKE DANCIN'”

An All Time Low remix video for the band’s first single, “I Feel Like Dancin’,” titled, “A Day In The Life of a Hipster DJ,” follows a puppet character named “Stuey” and his full day’s quest to find the “Cash Cash” club where he will be DJing that night. Check out the video and find…

AGAINST ME! ANNOUNCE ‘WHITE CROSSES’ REISSUE ON JULY 26

Against Me! is excited to announce the re-release of their fifth full-length album, White Crosses. Originally released by Sire Records on June 7, 2010 and presented now in two parts, White Crosses and Black Crosses, the reissue will be the first release on the band’s newly launched record label, Total Treble Music. This reissue is…

ROB ZOMBIE’S SPOOKY WOOLITE COMMERCIAL “TORTURER”

Check out musician/film director/screenwriter Rob Zombie’s first-ever TV commercial   Zombie directed the 30-second ad for the laundry detergent, “Woolite” in Vancouver this past April.   “It’s a very bizarre TV commercial for a product like this,” said Zombie. “Honestly, I was shocked when they called me to do it.” [youtube J1qot7sMx6M nolink]

FOOL’S GOLD RECORDS ANNOUNCES BROOKLYN RETAIL STORE

Over the past four years, Fool’s Gold has established itself as a new kind of independent record company, one just as comfortable introducing once-unknown artists like Duck Sauce, Kid Cudi and Kid Sister to the world, as throwing sold-out parties where Kanye West and Drake just happen to stop by and hang out, or splashing…

WES FIF “GOLDEN NIGHTS” MUSIC VIDEO

Following a short stint with Slip – N- Slide records in 2007, he has gone on to establish his own label. The businessman side sees past the music and understands longevity comes from being a household name.

ROSE OF JERICHO OFFER MP3 & VIDEO TO “MIDNIGHT EYES”

Rose of Jericho has announced their highly anticipated third album release “Out of the Maze.”   Produced by Grammy Award-nominated Kevin Hamilton, “Out of the Maze” is the follow up to their breakthrough 2007 release “These City Lights.”   “Out of the Maze” exceeds expectations both musically and artistically. This album is filled with fun…

SKOPE TV PHONER FEAT BLOW FLYY

It is safe to say that real emcees are not only coming from the USA anymore. Skope TV got the chance to talk with an emcee from Ontario, Canada by the name of Blow Flyy. Blow Flyy has been making music for over 10 years now and he has created some hot singles such as…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, JUNE 20th, 2011

BRITNEY SPEARS KICKED OFF U-S TOUR LAST WEEK Britney Spears kicked off her Femme Fatale Tour on Thursday night in Sacramento, California.   Spears donned glitzy costumes for her high production show and performed new songs like “Hold It Against Me” and “Big Fat Bass,” as well as old-school hits like “Toxic” and “Don’t Let…

BOSTON U BAND WIN BIG WITH HORNITOS TEQUILA

A month after Hornitosâ„¢ Tequila kicked off their new Mariachi Mash Up competition (which featured Cheap Trick in an unforgettable mariachi rendition of their hit single “Surrender”), Hornitos is proud to announce Boston University Alums Jon Sandler and the Fancy Band as the official winners of the inaugural contest with their inspired cover of “Young…

NERVO OPENING FOR BRITNEY SPEARS

Astralwerks Records dynamic duo NERVO hit the road with pop royalty Britney Spears as opening act on her all female Femme Fatale tour starting today in Sacramento, CA.   The UK based, Australian born twin sisters, Liv and Mim Nervo will also begin a summer DJ residency called Nervo Nights for the Wynn Hotel chain…

DENGUE FEVER NEW VIDEO “UKU”

DENGUE FEVER is happy to announce the release of their second video “Uku”, off their latest album, Cannibal Courtship. Cannibal Courtship has been hailed my New York Post, Los Angeles Times, Blurt and more.   My Old Kentucky Blog calls the project, “impossible not to dig,” while Los Angeles Magazine calls it “effortlessly cool.”  …

JOJO REMIXES NEW DRAKE TRACK

Offering a female perspective on the drunk dial, JoJo flips the lyrics on Drake’s single “Marvin’s Room” with a sultry remix of her own. Check out this first listen of JoJo’s “Marvin’s Room (Can’t Do Better).” [youtube NX_HopLKKaE nolink]

SNOOP DOGG AS HEADLINER TO 2ND ANNUAL SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL

STEVE AOKI and PACIFIC FESTIVAL ENTERTAINMENT are pleased to announce the addition of SNOOP DOGG as the official festival headliner to the 2nd annual Pacific Festival: OC which will be held on August 13 (10am – 12am).   The festival will be held at the picturesque Oak Canyon Ranch near Irvine Lake in Silverado, CA.…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 17th, 2011

BLACK EYED PEAS TALK CONCERT 4 NYC The Black Eyed Peas have announced they are exploring options to reschedule their benefit concert that was canceled due to inclement weather last week.   The show was set to benefit the Robin Hood Foundation, which fights poverty in New York City, and would have taken place on…

SHAKIRA HEADING TO ISRAEL

International recording artist, global education advocate and Barefoot Foundation Founder Shakira is coming to Israel to participate in the Israeli Presidential Conference “Facing Tomorrow 2011”. The Israeli Presidential Conference will open June 21 for three days, at the Jerusalem International Convention Center. More than 3500 participants from across the world will participate, including leaders and…

TERRY QUIETT BAND, JUST MY LUCK

The Kansas singer/songwriter guitarist has come out with a 13-track release of originals, accompanied by his touring trio partners, Aaron Underwood on bass, and Rodney Baker on drums.   Added keyboards feature Rick Steff, and Beau Jarvis.   On this release, you can definitely feel his influences like Clapton, SRV, BB, The Allman Bros, etc.…

JIMBO MATHUS, CONFEDERATE BUDDHA

Best known for his efforts in the blues/swing band the Squirrel Nut Zippers and working with Buddy Guy, Jimbo has taken his roots on the road with a new band, The Tri-State Coalition, while composing a discs worth of tunes.   Jimbo’s take on the blues is hard to describe.   The late legendary producer…

MANIKA & LIL TWIST RELEASE NEW VIDEO

Emerging pop recording artist MANIKA, managed by Frank DiLeo, Michael Jackson’s long-time manager, and revered-music coach CeCe Sammy of UK’s Pop Idol, releases her debut single on Wamaframa Records distributed by Sony/RED titled “Just Can’t Let You Go.” The song, featuring Young Money’s LIL TWIST, is impacting Top 40 radio on June 20, and is…

CAROLINA LIAR ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER 27th RELEASE FOR NEW ALBUM

Acclaimed rock band Carolina Liar have announced a September 27th release date for new album WILD BLESSED FREEDOM. The highly anticipated disc was recorded with producers Max Martin (Katy Perry, Avril Lavigne, Pink), Shellback (Usher, Ke$ha) and Tobias Karlsson at Maratone Studios in Stockholm and Thunderhoney Studios in Los Angeles. The album’s first single is…

ZENITH MYTH TO RELEASE DEBUT

Los Angeles based artist Zenith Myth is set to release his self-titled debut on September 6 via Vibra Cobra records. Zenith Myth is a personal collection of emotional charged melodic rock music that experiments in structure. The record was produced by Blinker the Star’s Jordon Zadorozny at his French Kiss Studios in Pembroke, Canada. Jordon…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 16th, 2011

JUSTIN BIEBER GETS PHISHY Justin Bieber performed an acoustic show last Saturday night.   During the concert, he played the intro riff from the song “The Divided Sky” from Phish’s first album, Junta, which was released back in 1989 — five years before Biebs was born.   Bieber’s musical director, Dan Kanter, is a big…

MODENA NEW VIDEO FOR “SECOND TIME AROUND”

Second Time Around EP, produced by the legendary Jim Wirt (Incubus, Hoobastank), basks in rave reviews. Wirt, whose time in the studio with Modena was a mutually considered a raving success was thrilled with the turn out of the single’s video and how it represented the song. “Great looking video…. I am really honored that…