RiFF RAFF (a.k.a. Jody Highroller) dropped “Trench Coat Towers” last week, a mini-album to hold fans over while they wait for his highly-anticipated sophomore Album “Peach Panther”, which is now slotted to drop in late January. Each record off of this album will be paired with a video, and the first 2 for “Brick Off…
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DIPLO’S MAJOR LAZER “LEAN ON” SINGLE IS NOW SPOTIFY’S MOST STREAMED SONG OF ALL TIME Besting Ed Sheeran for the most streamed song of all time on Spotify, Diplo, Walshy Fire and Jillionaire of Major Lazer have achieved an enormous audience with global reach for “Lean On” with DJ Snake and MØ. Garnering more than…
Introducing ROXANNE TATAEI, the spellbinding noir artist self- releasing one of the year’s most intoxicating EPs with ‘GREY AREA’, out on the 27th November. The release combines TATAEI’s vocal, which segues seamlessly between silky, sensual tones and seductive, raspy whispers, with hypnotic and swirling instrumentals, giving this EP a decadent and trippy vibe. Add to…
Coldabank returns with his new release, a dark, catchy, house-infused track You Just Know. Despite being a relative newcomer, the East Londoner’s unique sound has already gained the support of BBC Introducing, and earned him a DJ residency at Shoreditch House. You Just Know is the second track to be taken from the forthcoming EP…
Today, breakout hip-hop artist iLoveMemphis premieres the hotly anticipated official music video for his smash hit single and pop culture phenomenon “Hit The Quan” on YouTube. “I just wanna show love to my city… Memphis… and all the dancers around the world that embraced my challenge and turned this into a movement!” exclaims iLoveMemphis. “Hit…
Scientific research is continually reveling how music benefits students academically. Being a music teacher is a rewarding career, but it also offers distinct challenges. Here are four critical insights that prospective music teachers should know before their first day on the job. Out with the Old New teachers shouldn’t be surprised if music students resist…
Nemo James taps into a deep melancholy with “The Minstrel”. Within “The Minstrel” Nemo James tells a series of stories dedicated to dreams. Every single one of these songs takes a different way, never quite taking the expected path. By letting these piece unfurl gradually they are able to give off a sense of warmth…
Owning a small business comes with a lot of responsibility and stress, but it is worth it to be your own boss. There are a number of things a small business owner has to worry about and staying on top of everything can be a bit overwhelming. As a business begins to grow, you will…
Activision Publishing, a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard (Nasdaq: ATVI), today confirmed that Call of Duty®: Black Ops III is the biggest entertainment launch of the year. In its first three days, the blockbuster title exceeded $550 million in sell-through worldwide, according to Activision estimates. The opening weekend haul is the biggest entertainment launch…
Galen James’ “Big Blue Mixtape” is a sophisticated, urbane album. The arrangements are tasteful and carefully arranged. At times the softened keyboards and clever lyricism show off a deep understanding of jazz/rock hybrids. From the horns to the powerful yet subtle bass work, the entirely of the album shimmers and shines. Songs are full of…
GEM & JAM FESTIVAL 2016 Gem & Jam Festival is thrilled to announce the debut of the Soulection Stage on Saturday, February 13th, during the 10th annual festival, featuring this heavy hitter lineup from the Soulection roster: SANGO, ESTA, JOE KAY, INSIGHTFUL and THE WHOOLIGAN. This exciting addition to the Gem & Jam lineup will…
Country artist Dianna Corcoran will release her debut stateside album, In America, on Jan. 29, 2016. In America, self- produced by Corcoran and recorded at Nashville’s Ocean Way, Warner and Fool on the Hill Studios, is a 12-track collection of songs that brings the best of Australia’s country flavor stateside. Infusing pop into Country, Corcoran…
Emerging from a dense euphonious haze composed of sustained guitar notes, sparkling synth bursts and skittering glitchstep rhythms, Shirley Said’s distinctive vocalist Giulia delivers an angst-ridden ballad about doubt and abandonment. “The ceiling’s coming down/I am crashing to the ground”, she breathes across a gently insistent chorus hook. In exploring the quest for appreciation and…
Elin is back with a new track in her 2015 trilogy. ”Lucky Strike” is produced by Victor Rådström & Benjamin Beard and takes us one step further into the electronically beating urban landscape of Elin Bergman. “Lucky Strike” is released on 2nd of November. Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/1ixqINo
Hello to everyone on this day November 11th as us folks in the USA are honoring veterans I want to say thanks to all service members all over the world. We all face very serious and dangerous enemies and we must unite. So lets get to the music scene as lots is going on. UK…
Las Vegas offers the world’s top musicians one of the most spectacular stages on earth for their shows – and those who succeed in Vegas are the ones able to match its glitz and glamour all the way. There have been many brilliant music shows which have taken place there over the years, but some…
Travelling across Europe and beyond the past 12 months or so, meticulously taking in the sights and sounds of various different cities and cultures, ESH is today sharing her debut single ‘Trigger’ which can be streamed below. Perfectly embodying her existentialist lyrical themes, fighting for air amidst dark brooding beats and soundscapes, ‘Trigger’ is a…
Multi-Platinum-selling country music star Scotty McCreery released his brand new video for “Southern Belle” across all platforms today. View the new video HERE McCreery teased the video last week revealing behind-the-scenes footage of the antics on set and McCreery belting out his latest tune surrounded by cheerleaders and marching band members from all over Nashville…
About the Artist: Highland Kites is a project started by SoCal native Marissa Lamar. After struggling with and beating a severe illness in 2013, she decided to pursue her dream of making music. In less than two years her and her band released an EP entitled SO Vicious, and a full-length album which they produced…
Canadian based band, Happenstance releases a new CD, Everything Changes. For all you Happenstance fans, this is a new adventure that proves change is a good thing. Brian Gallagher is a one man band teaming up with powerhouse vocalist Tamara Clark. Together they satisfy all you pop music lovers with hooky tunes and a positive…
Having no prior knowledge of bands is sometimes a blessing when you are writing a review. Time is at a premium in every way – it simply isn’t workable to explore to a band’s back catalog and still submit work in a timely manner. It’s often a disadvantage when writing – there’s much merit to…
MACY GRAY PREMIERES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR SINGLE “THE WAY” Today, the legendary Macy Gray premiered the official video for her latest single “The Way.” The behind-the-scenes and on-the-road video serves as a wonderful reminder of what’s to come with Macy’s highly anticipated and upcoming North American tour. The video premiered today on MarieClaire.com. http://www.marieclaire.com/culture/news/a16881/macy-gray-the-way-music-video-premiere/ BLACKMALE…
Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Artist, DJ and the reigning “Queen of Rocktronica” JES has brought her inimitable style and sound to a whole new level with the release of her sparkling single with Floridan and Czech beat architects Austin Leeds and Redhead Roman, “Happy” (Intonenation Records). If you are still searching for happiness then join JES,…
Bennington, VT’s Follies recently released their latest endeavor the Jeeze Louise EP. The EP features songs written, performed, and produced by Phil Hartunian (guitarist and vocalist for Follies) in his dorm at Bennington College Fall 2014. Songs were made under the influence of these 70-year old time-decayed 35mm slides that were found on the ground.…
You gotta hand it to 3 Geminis…there’s only a little bit of information out there in comparison to how far these songs have already traveled. From what I understand, the band is a one-man army of sorts, all stemming from the musical-mind of one Fred Carrico. If I am truly getting all this correct, then…
Mesa, Arizona Music festival is excited to announce the launch of the first ever music festival coming on November 14th. This is a three day festival located in the downtown sector and hosting over 200 artists from around the country that will perform in venues and on outdoors stages along Main Street in Mesa. The…
Tora Woloshin is a talented young artist who was on the first season of X-Factor and mentored by Simon Cowell. Referred to some as being “too diverse”, Tora Woloshin knows what she wants out of her music, style and sound and won’t accept anything less. Woloshin has opened for such acts as: Ne-Yo, Flo Rida,…
If the owner of a concert venue, the concert’s producer and promoters fail to secure the property and event from violence that can injure people who are legally on the premises, anybody that was hurt at the event as a result to properly secure it can file an injury claim against them and seek compensation…
Mexican born Margo Rey has defied expectations from the outset and stands among the first rank of song stylists working today. Using a term like “stylist” carries loaded implications for some, but a quick perusal of Rey’s musical CV reveals a diverse education and a wide breadth of musical knowledge. She isn’t merely some attractive…
Fresh from performing live at Bristol’s Simple Things and Iceland Airwaves festival, Manchester girl-boy duo Bernard & Edith have shared a deliciously dark new video for “Crocodile.” The mystical clip is a trip to the bottom of the ocean via China and perfectly captures the mood of their twinkling yet sinister synth-pop song, as it…
Fixing together a fusion of raw retro guitar stylings, snippets of country, and the rip-roaring pulse of rock n’ roll in abundance, The Retrospectives’ new single ‘Rolling Stone’ is the follow-up to ‘Confusion’ released earlier this year. The track was produced by Dave Sanderson, the name behind Reverend & The Makers’ latest material. The accompanying…
JULIAN RHINE NEW VIDEO Shocking, hilarious, and always refreshing, Julian Rhine–Brooklyn born & raised artist and board game enthusiast–is here to share his story of Love, Romance & eventual Heartbreak when your girl leaves you ….for a girl. A songwriter at heart, Julian Rhine plays loud, punk guitar riffs, raps like a machine gun, and…
Toronto based producer Grandtheft showcase his finesse in his new EP ‘Quit this City’. While ‘Quit this City’ stays true to the club sound we know and love from Granftheft, the collaborations and features are far ranging and diverse. Each of the 6 tracks adds a new sound, dimension but artfully weaves together to create…
Shelita Burke has put together a wonderful, mystical set of rhythms and melodies on her latest EP, Transfixed. Right from the drop as it opens – this lady stole my heart with an absolutely inspiring performance through her vocals…jazzy in the sound…there’s a lot of style and grace here upon immediate first-impressions in listening to…
I’ve been trying to figure out what it is…and I’m thinking that all the Reggae-inspired music & artists that have recently come our way is due to the weather-change? That’s just a guess…but it seems like the colder it becomes, the more of these dudes head from the beach and back into the studio to…
The new single “Begging You Please” by viseMenn is full of earthly tones and somber backing howls that will send chills down your spine. It is no wonder that this Norwegian band has been gaining traction within the indie rock community. I expect to hear much more from viseMenn in the coming months. This is…
Most would agree most popular artists out there have something truly special to give to their fans. This goes above the typical attributes like raw talent, amazing songs, nice voice, or even a very marketable look, sound and image. There’s something truly infectious at the core of these artists that simply makes us feel good…
Typically, you’re investing a considerable amount of money with a reputable music PR firm when you begin a publicity campaign. Knowing this, I try to put myself in my clients’ shoes and look at ways they can genuinely maximize the campaign to the fullest. This typically means additional engagement from the client to ensure we’re…
Active Child’s highly anticipated sophomore release, Mercy, was released this past summer and served as a follow up to 2011’s critically acclaimed LP, You Are All I See. After touring extensively, Grossi took a short break but is back today with the premiere of dueling official videos for the album tracks ‘Midnight Swim’ and ‘Darling.’…
