When you play in a band, whether you just jam once in awhile or you plan to play out at local or national shows, you need a space to do that jamming and get that practice in. Bands don’t get to sound tight just by sitting in their own living rooms strumming their guitars and…
“FUK UR MGMT” RMX Dance veteran Kill The Noise has revealed a massive 15-track ALT CLASSIC remix LP coming this Friday, May 13th via OWSLA. The remix album covers some of the greatest hits from his debut LP, OCCULT CLASSIC, and showcases KTN & friends putting eclectic new spins on these songs. The first remix…
“Everything we do, every decision we make, leads us to where we are today.” For Universal Music Group recording artist Shayna Leigh, music tells the story of this journey. Growing up in Orlando, Shayna originally found music through the dramatic arts. Commercial work as a child actor led to musical theatre, where she first discovered…
Just in time for the summer, international dancehall artiste, Mr. Vegas releases his latest single “Whine Pon Di Beat”. This single follows Mr. Vegas’ hits, “Dancehall Dabb” and “Identify My Love” which were released earlier this year. “Whine Pon Di Beat” is the perfect track to kick off the summer holidays. With its quick pace,…
Version 5 has set the rock music scene ablaze with their new EP “Take You There”. Brothers Spencer and Andy Olson have a musical bond that is stronger than blood. Their synergy is apparent in this EP with its sparse lyrics and larger than life guitar riffs. Version 5 brings a twist to traditional rock,…
Hailing from North Carolina, Swift Creek makes a splash on the country music scene with their new album “Magnolia”. Swift Creek is a five-part group, featuring Kevin Brown, Dennis Hoyle, Casey Elder, Stephen Fraleigh, and Ann Searcy. In addition to their riveting vocals, they also play a wide range of instruments including a banjo, mandolin,…
Bitter’s Kiss “Love Won’t Make You Cry” is angelic in tone. Execution throughout the collection is flawless as the pieces hit a perfect indie-pop balance. Delicate in nature everything simply works well from the carefully considered lyrics to the passionate vocal delivery. Throughout the collection Bitter’s Kiss lets the songs interact creating a beautiful sea…
The London-born singer called Jake Morley, is no stranger to a spotlight of national & international tours, festival performances, glowing press reviews or being supported by the likes of BBC Radio 2 and 6Music. Things were once happening for him with the release of his debut album ‘Many Fish To Fry’. Many individuals were beginning…
Sunny and satisfying is the spirited work of Athena’s “Ready For The Sun (Part 1)”. Vocals serve as the heart and center of the collection. Athena pays close attention to her lyrics letting them focus on the philosophical thoughts that so often define a life. The sound itself is steeped in country rock in the…
Music is a labor of love for Troy Lindsey. His talent is displayed and celebrated in this lovely duet with Eden Moody called, Runners. It is a sentimental ditty about love lost. It tugs at your heart strings and puts you right in the moment of each singer as they spill their turmoil out on…
After a four-year hiatus, Barton returns to the music scene with the release of his second solo project “Simple Songs”. Barton is an original member of the 1990’s bands Petal and Suntribe, who he played with for several years. Afterwards, he took a break to focus on his solo projects. Barton, a Portland, Oregon native,…
ST LUCIA LIVE VIDEO St. Lucia has announced a fall U.S. headline tour in support of their acclaimed sophomore album Matter. Today, the band also premiered a special live video for their current single “Help Me Run Away” – watch here: http://smarturl.it/HelpMeRunAwayVideo PET SHOP BOYS SINGLE “TWENTY-SOMETHING” The new single “Twenty-something” will be released on…
Nick Hook is NYC’s waviest resident: an in-demand collaborator, producer extraordinaire, and all around provider of vibes who’s lent his touch to projects from Run The Jewels, Young Thug, Hudson Mohawke, and countless others, all while building a creative community around his studio thespacepit in Greenpoint. Now the red-headed kingpin steps forward with the first…
Fire In The Field’s “Look So Strange” reveals its heart and soul as blues mixed with rock n’ roll. With a classic rock sound accompanied by a slow burning fiery passion these songs recall a sweeter more stylish time in pop. Everything works from the incredible emotional vocal delivery to the rollicking rhythms right down…
Auna Sims’ second song, “Dance The Extra Mile” picks up where her first left off, giving us a first row seat to her musical journey. She is off and running, or dancing, as the case may be. In “Right Place,” there was an earnest exploration of performance, creation and identity. “I wrote this song when…
Falling Doves are ecstatic to announce their sophomore album, Doves of War, which will be released April UK & July 4th via Universal UK/RMN Records. Sharing their edgy rock roots with their pop infused melodies The Falling Doves are ready to show us what original rock n roll is all about. Born from Hollywood’s jaded…
Live Action Music Hosted by Eye’z @ at Ivy Room. Ivy Room is an historic, neighborhood bar in Albany, CA. The bar dates back to the early 1940’s. Its most beloved owner was Dottie MacBeath who managed the Ivy in the 1990’s, in addition to a few other bars up and down San Pablo. The…
A few months after the release of its debut full-length and self-titled album, French dark slam/hip-hop/post-metal/experimental band Novembre just unleashed an official music video illustrating the song “Entre chien et loup” available right now on YouTube. Somewhere between dark slam/hip-hop music, post-hardcore textures, spoken words explorations and black metal, NOVEMBRE is a French organic duo…
Dan Isbell’s “Father Day” is a tender country ode to the power of fathers. Sung straight from the heart the song unfurls slowly. A narrative forms from the careful details of a life lived fully. Vocals are delivered with the utmost of familial affection, deep, resonant and crystal clear. By keeping the song to the…
Today, New York’s very own soul man releases the official music video for viral single, “Song Man” to the world. Watch the official music video here. Of the video, Troy states, “This is a representation of love at the end of it’s journey.” Soul music is rich in tradition, highlighted by an authenticity that few…
Cool Company’s “Summer Daze EP” taps into a summery form of nostalgia. With a distinct chillwave vibe reminiscent of Washed Out and Toro Y Moi, the songs effortlessly tie a multitude of styles into a satisfying whole. Elements of hip-hop, soul, and funk work in unison to explore lovely textures. Full of leisurely melodies, laid…
NEW TOBY KEITH Singer, songwriter and entertainer Toby Keith has been a workin’ man dang near all his life, as his full spring and summer schedule can attest. At the top of the list is the Toby Keith Interstates & Tailgates Tour Presented by Ford F-Series, which opens May 10 at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte…
Okay now here we are and I am feeling real good. It is so good to see you all here again. Before we head out to Wisconsin and chat with Killing Rapunzel lets get some music news. First up, more than 70 million people attend Live Nation musical productions each year, and the company sells…
Some of popular music’s best sidemen languish in mainstream obscurity throughout their careers. They earn the respect of their peers, profit from their talents, and leave behind a body of work that often casts a significant musical influence over future generations. However, these sidemen are rarely emboldened or afforded the opportunity to occupy the spotlight…
Halo Circus is an unclassifiable band described by its star singer, Allison Iraheta, as creating “anthems for introverts” – songs that reach deep into the places we seldom talk about and roll them out in unforgettable music. Unlike most modern bands, Halo Circus spent three years developing their sound in front of live audiences and…
At last, we return with a new installment of TOKYO CALLING. We have taken on some additional staff to bring you more regular content because music in Japan is too much for only a few! Guest writer: Jiselle Alves MASS OF THE FERMENTING DREGS is back and this time, they’re back with a new sound…
De’Lise creates a beautiful song sung straight from the heart on the tender “Matters”. Everything is kept to the absolute essentials with the song delivered in an intimate hushed whisper. From the chorus to the light yet soulful piano work the entire song comes together ever so gradually. Hints of bass enter into the fray…
SAQQARA MASTABAS NEW SINGLE Saqqara Mastabas — a new project from Matthew Friedberger of Fiery Furnaces and Bob D’Amico of Sebadoh & Fiery Furnaces — will release its debut LP, Libras, on June 3rd via Joyful Noise Recordings. It’s currently available for pre-order on all formats, including Silver Lava vinyl with clear splatter (limited to…
Southern California based Mount Holly have signed with Razor & Tie Records in New York. The four piece alternative rock band features singer Jameson Burt, guitarist Nick Perri, bassist Deanna Passarella and drummer John Bach. Mount Holly has received praise from rock publications worldwide including Team Rock, Screamer Magazine and Brave Words. The band was…
With drive and energy, Soles of Passion’s “Escape From Jurisdiction B” is a clever concise album. Intricate in detail the sound is a mixture of shoegaze, country, and progressive rock. By weaving together such a wide variety of sounds the songs teem with life. Vocals are the right level of sweetness, ruminating over the state…
Tancred are thrilled to announce upcoming tour dates in continued support of their just-released new album, Out of the Garden. They’ll be hitting the west coast with Speedy Ortiz and The Good Life from the end of May through mid-June. The band has been riding an incredible wave since the release of Out of the…
Today Dua Lipa releases the video to her new song ‘Hotter Than Hell’, directed by acclaimed director Emil Nava (Calvin Harris, Ed Sheeran) and filmed in London. ‘Hotter Than Hell’ was written by Dua and the band Ritual and produced by Stephen ‘KOZ’ Kozmeniuk (Kendrick Lamar, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj). The track is available now…
London, UK based Hardcore Punk Rock band Death Koolaid have released the music video for their track “Emmeline” which was directed by Brendan Cleaves, filmed by Laura Bellingham, edited by Greg Hays, and colored by Oliver Gill. The track is from the band’s upcoming album Death Koolaid Vol. 2 which will be released this coming…
3Bubble & J. Gray’s “Live From the Pentagon” nicely ties together elements of funk, jazz, hip hop and pop into a satisfying whole. Reminiscent of Outkast’s style the songs are colorful vibrant pieces feeling fully alive. Pop culture references flow out of the duo, showing off their impressive delivery. Intelligent, thoughtful lyrics are the true…
BURBERRY PERRY NEW MIXTAPE Producer and rapper Burberry Perry just dropped his debut self-titled mixtape. The tape features friend and frequent collaborator Lil Yachty, singer/songwriter Justine Skye and guest vocals from Kylie Jenner (who makes her musical debut on “Beautiful Day”) and Jordyn Woods. Stream the six-track mixtape below. LOS HOLLYWOOD “TE BUSCO” The video…
Keeping with the amorous theme, Sam Feldt follows up his latest single ‘Shadows of Love’ with a new edit of Janieck’s enticing original ‘Feel The Love.’ Giving the folksy original a melodic, instrument heavy makeover, Sam’s take on the single is out now via Spinnin’ Records. At the ripe age of 22, Sam Feldt has…
Opening up the collection with a fiery guitar lick is the satisfying blues of Jeanne Lozier’s “Beg and Plead”. Her voice simply soars deep, resonant, and full of passion. The song is intense, raw, and straight from the heart. Everything works from the steady rhythm to the wild guitar soloing. A nimble classic rock introduction…
Today, music icon and multiple Grammy Award-winner Janet Jackson released a brand new music video for Janet’s next radio single ‘Dammn Baby.’ Directed by Dave Meyers and choreographed by Gil Duldalao in coordination with co-choreographers Luther Brown and Denzel Chisolm, ‘Dammn Baby’ is “the perfect summer jam!” Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis commented. “This is…
Based out of Los Angeles, Lexxica is a singer/songwriter who believes the best music embodies personal experience rather than functioning as pure product. Her upcoming sophomore EP plans to put forth another solid blend of EDM styles like electro, dubstep, and house that relies on melody and hooks alike to leave an impression on the…
Country music’s break out Singer/Songwriter Maddie Logan is climbing the local charts with her latest single “Breakup Survival Guide”, currently #19 on IndieWorld’s Country Record Chart. “Breakup Survival Guide” was co-written with Kirsti Manna (Blake Shelton’s #1 hit song “Austin”), which is the single from her newest EP of the same name, out now on…
