“We Are The Wild” has got off to a great start out there with Spotify Germany, Scandinavia and Australia/New Zealand featuring the track on their New Music Fridays best new release playlists. This follows the first single off Maya’s upcoming EP being selected on Spotify USA list last year. ““We Are The Wild” is all…
KENDRICK LAMAR JOINS BJ THE CHICAGO KID ON BJ’S SONG “THE NEW CUPID” BJ The Chicago Kid’s Motown debut In My Mind is available February 19 . The album features a few leaders of the new school including Kendrick Lamar, Chance The Rapper, Isabella and Big K.R.I.T., but it has some serious old-school flavor. Before…
The multi-instrumental Sofia Härdig is the latest example of another world class Scandinavian export that’s been dominating the music scene for a while now. Having worked with household Swedish names like the Grammy Award winners The Hellacopters and Bob Hund, as well as having collaborated with Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon and Pussy Galore’s Julia Crafitz…
The Dahmers are heading for Europe and doing a european release of their video Stalker. The song Stalker is taken from the bands debut album Demon released by Lövely Records during the autumn 2015. Take the primitive energy of punk and mix it with Thin Lizzy guitars that strike like lightning. Add melodies that will…
After taking us to “King City,” OVO Sound’s Majid Jordan have released the Ben Strebel-directed visual for “Learn From Each Other.” To support their self-titled debut, the Toronto duo will hit the road in their first headlining tour next month. Tickets for the 10-city tour will be available for purchase this Friday, February 19th at…
“4PACK ENT. Presents. MACKronyms” is a collection delivered with a sense of urgency. With lyrics that describe in vivid detail, the songs each possess their own unique narrative. The narratives are wonderful with a balance of brash boastful raps alongside those that delve deep into the problems faced by millions across America. Incredible production values…
Indie-rap mainstay Aesop Rock has announced a new album, The Impossible Kid, is dropping April 29 on Rhymesayers Entertainment, marking his first solo venture since 2012’s Skelethon. On the new album Aesop continues finding new ways to improve on the skills that have made him one of the kings of indie hip-hop. His new creative…
This March will see Stonefield, Australian psych-rock sisters make their way across the States for the very first time. Fresh off an Australian tour with Fleetwood Mac, Stonefield will be kicking things off in downtown LA, playing a string of dates around Austin’s SXSW, including Treefort Music Festival alongside Charles Bradley and Thee Oh Sees…
Today, Raye (aka Rachel Keen) is sharing a rework/cover of Kendrick Lamar’s track ‘Sing About Me, I’m Dying Of Thirst’ (from good kid, m.A.A.d city), along with the news that she will play as main support on the upcoming Raleigh Ritchie UK tour, dates of which can be found below. The accompanying video for the…
AURORA UNVEILS VIDEO FOR “CONQUEROR” AURORA, one of Rolling Stone’s Artists to Watch, unveils the video for her single, “Conqueror” premiered via Paper Magazine. Shot in otherworldly settings, Aurora sings of the frustration she feels whilst trying to escape from the prison in which the video is set. http://www.vevo.com/watch/GBUV71600066 STAR WARS EPISODE II: ATTACK OF…
Monique Angele is a Canadian singer-songwriter currently based in Australia. This classically trained solo pianist and vocalist has one release to date; a six-track self-titled debut EP that came out in January of 2014. However, by the end of this month, Angele plans to release her second EP titled “Answers”, which will be available February…
Today, Zachary Murdock, the multi-talented, soul inspired singer, songwriter and rapper releases the official music video for emotional single, “I’ve Looked Everywhere,” off his recently dropped EP For The Mad Ones. The visually stimulating video proves Zachary’s capabilities as a true artist who has a profound message. “I’ve Looked Everywhere,” directed by award winning film…
LATIN NIGHT OF MUSIC IN JUPITER, FL Guanabanas’ now-popular monthly Latin Music Night will feature Miami’s “electropicante” modern folkloric group Lanzallamas on Saturday, February 27, 2016, beginning at 9 p.m. The water-front venue is located at 960 North Highway A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477, and the event is free and open to those 21 and over.…
Audacity’s new album, Hyper Vessels, is outApril 1st on Suicide Squeeze Records and to celebrate, they’re hitting the open road! Catch them on tour all over America this spring and don’t miss their newest single! “Umbrellas” debuted yesterday on Stereogum following on the heels of the album’s lead single, “Dirty Boy,” saying that the song…
Naomi K is an Australian, Dutch transport now living in Los Angeles, showing America what she has to offer with her latest single, Who Knew. She is a nice refreshing difference from the average and setting the bar higher than ever before. This heart felt ditty warms the soul from the inside out. Audio: https://www.reverbnation.com/naomik/song/25198851-who-knew…
Champ de Mars is a group founded by singer-songwriter David Emerick, who has been an active front-man of various alternative and indie bands in the California area since the nineties. The most successful of his groups, Bellstar, worked the bay area for a solid eight years and released two albums. After Bellstar, Emerick moved to…
Catharsis. It’s a word bandied around in artistic circles when attempting to describe the personal nature of specific works. Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks, Neil Young’s Tonight’s the Night, seminal albums like those and more are billed as uniquely revealing musical and lyrical products informed by grief and enormous individual loss. I write these…
One of the most popular of the electronic-music genre, house music owes its genesis to Chicago in the 1980s. Marked by repetitive rhythms on the 4/4 beats, House shares similarities with disco music and over the years have produced various split segments such as ambient house, eurodance, tech house etc. The contemporary version of the…
Jal Gua, a super-food developed by former child soldier and international hip hop artist and activist Emmanuel Jal, is now available at selected Whole Foods Market locations. Jal Gua is an African inspired product that provides 140% iron and many other essential vitamins and nutrients. Jal Gua is currently sold at selected Foodland and Sobeys…
For Clea (pronounced Clay), a 20 year old Brisbane songstress, 2015 has been an extraordinary inaugural year. Her first released single Polyester elicited praise from music blogs across the globe for its surprising lyrical complexity and tremulous vocals, rightfully nabbing a spot in the top 10 triple j Unearthed Quiet Achievers list, and ranking number…
Millions will tune into the 58th annual Grammy Awards. One of the songs nominated for Record of the year – “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars – has already had to resolve a threated copyright infringement case by crediting the five composers of The Gap Band’s 1979 song “Oops Upside Your Head.” Listen…
Musical prodigies typically show strong signs of talent at a young age with musical performance being natural and easy. When a child shows signs of extraordinary musical talent, a parent may be tempted to push the child forward into specific achievements that the parent envisions and equates with success. However, pushing a highly talented child…
Critically acclaimed alt pop band WALK THE MOON release the music video for their new single, “Work This Body”. Co-directed by Isaac Rentz and WALK THE MOON, the video focuses on a young boy conquering bullies at school while the band appears throughout dressed as superheroes. The song’s message focuses on self-empowerment and the ability…
Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite released a video for their single “Always Like Yesterday” off their upcoming album Until the End of the Moon. The video, directed by Photohause productions, is a short film that features the band traveling and performing live. “It is a montage of us playing in Germany combined with…
Hozier released a powerful video for “Cherry Wine” on Valentine’s Day as part of a campaign against domestic violence. The video stars Moe Dunford and two-time Academy Award nominee Saoirse Ronan. All proceeds from the “Cherry Wine” iTunes single will be donated to domestic abuse charities around the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdSCCwtNEjA
NEW SINGLE BY ADIAM The first offering since EP1’s poetic and reflective “Desert Island” track and accompanying ethereal video, “Quiet Desperation” is a powerfully driven up-tempo song that is both dark and uplifting at the same time. With undeniably one of catchiest opening lines, Adiam prominently establishes herself: “I know that you’ve been fucking. Everybody…
The title of La Sera’s fourth album says a lot by saying so precious little: Music For Listening to Music To. So, in other words, “music.” After the punky heft and wildness of 2014’s Hour of the Dawn, an LP that thrashed against expectation, Katy Goodman returns with a set of songs that double down…
Your enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kit must have antibodies, as they are a key component. These are what you use to identify antigens in the blood. There are many types of antibodies that you can choose from. You, however, should be careful with the ones that you choose because even though some are effective, others are…
Sarantos captures joy and passion on “Valentine’s Day”. Irresistibly catchy the song’s melody is an absolute pleasure. A wonderful hook guides the song forward. Carefully arranged the true center of the song is Sarantos’s strong assured voice rising above. Everything simply works from the tender sound of the guitars to the gentle rhythm that anchors…
W. Jared DuPree’s “WholeFIT: Wellness for Life,” provides literal and vital tips to help you become not only physically healthy, but mentally and socially as well. Are you eating healthy and exercising regularly but still feel like something is missing? “Whole Fit: Wellness for Life” edited by W. Jared DuPree, PHD, claims that health is…
Two-time Grammy Award winner T-Pain has debuted his new single entitled “Officially Yours.” Following fan requests that he release it after his one-time only debut performance of “Officially Yours” at his November 2015 NPR Upfront concert, T-Pain is now giving the masses what they want…just in time for Valentine’s Day. The Fader praised his live…
SIA RELEASES BRAND NEW VERSION OF SINGLE “CHEAP THRILLS” FEAT. SEAN PAUL Multiple Grammy-nominated singer /songwriter/ producer/massive hitmaker Sia today celebrates the Top 5 chart debut of her album THIS IS ACTING with the release of a brand new version of her single “Cheap Thrills” feat. Sean Paul, available today at all digital providers. Click…
Valentine’s Day is a well known holiday that is celebrated once a year. It’s commonly referred to as a day of love. I encourage everyone to take a brief moment each day to tell those in their lives that they love them. “I love you” is a phrase that is not said enough. When the…
Ken Marlon Charles, better known as KMC, has broken the cultural barrier and landed a punch in NY. Coming from humble beginnings KMC found it was not easy breaking into the music industry but he would not give it up. At a young age he took up the drums then the keyboard with no formal…
Alright…here’s what I don’t expect at any given point in time; to like a song with a title calling it “Pickup Truck.” Instantly picturing tailgate-parties and redneck family-reunions…I was more than pleasantly surprised that Avi Jacob was nothing at all like I’d imagined he’d sound on his new single “Pickup Truck” – there are no…
A good many rappers’ label advances can be being seen driven around their city or swinging from their neck and those of their posse but RCA’s New Orleans representer Dee-1 had something more long term in mind upon receiving his. The hysterical visual he created with Colin Pierce to break it down to you fits…
New York-based indie pop singer-songwriter, Heather LaRose, announces the feature of her track, “New Moon,” on popular Youtube Channel, Teen Wolf Music. LaRose says, “Inspired by MTV’s Teen Wolf, [New Moon] is about being an underdog in whatever conflict you’re going through and knowing you’re going to succeed even though there is no tangible evidence,…
Every name sounds like “Lavada.” A melodious song that is a featured single on the album “Bundino” that will be released on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. The four time Grammy winning producer/singer/songwriter stated “At one time we had an abundance of talented live musicians. In fact we just recently lost one of the most gifted…
The Morning Sea’s “Mal de Mer” is a triumphant album. Everything works: from the intricate arrangements to the highly articulate lyrics, the songs are filled with color. Passionate in tone these are pieces that teem with life. At times reminiscent of the Decemberist’s careful arrangements and penchant for storytelling the songs are joyful in nature.…
The biggest girl group in the world, Little Mix, have released the video for their new single “Secret Love Song”’ featuring Jason Derulo – check it out HERE. Written by Jez Ashurst, Emma Rohan, Rachel Furner and Jason Derulo and produced by Jayson DeZuzio, “Secret Love Song” is a devastatingly beautiful urban ballad about hidden…
