Month: June 2011

MUTEMATH TO RELEASE BRAND NEW ALBUM

New Orleans’ rock innovators MUTEMATH have announced that they will release their third album for Teleprompt/Warner Bros. Records, entitled, Odd Soul, on October 4th, 2011. The album, which was produced by the band, is the follow-up to 2009’s Armistice, which debuted at No. 3 on Billboard’s Digital Albums and Alternative Albums chart, No. 4 on…

HAVE YOU HEARD OF TOOBBOX?

It is a completely free site where users can create their own personalized music and video playlists. It’s like creating your own radio station filled with your favorite songs without having to download, transfer or pay for access. Additionally, ToobBox.com is great for: Making music playlists for your friends Sharing music Promoting your band’s videos…

FYB OFFERS NEW SINGLE “ROCK MY WORLD” MP3

From a world where music has become played out and predictable, comes a new, fresh sound; a sound that can only emanate via the band F.Y.B. (For You Brother). This songwriter/musician machine writes and performs songs you love at the speed of light in their South Carolina studios.

My Silent Bravery, Can’t Quit

I think I knew I had heard this voice before the first track was even over. A bit of disc investigation revealed I was right… the creative persona behind My Silent Bravery is in fact, singer/songwriter Matthew Wade. The unmistakable voice that is one part Elvis Costello, another part Lenny Kravitz was the subject of…

JOE ROBINSON NEW ALBUM SET SUMMER 2011

Acclaimed guitar virtuoso and singer/songwriter Joe Robinson has returned to the studio to begin work on his third CD, slated for release later this summer.   Songs from the forthcoming set were recently showcased in Canada and the U.S., which included a return to NYC for the third time this year.   Recording is underway…

ANYA MARINA KICKS OFF WEST COAST DATES ON JULY 1

Off the heels of her tour with Joshua Radin, Anya Marina will be hitting up a select number of West Coast cities starting July 1. The Chop Shop/Atlantic recording artist self-produced her last EP, SPIRIT SCHOOL.   The EP, which was a way to release several “misfit” songs which didn’t quite fit with the rest,…

MIGNON OFFERS STREAM TO NEW ALBUM ONLINE

Impedance Records are excited to announce the release of the full length album from Berlin artist Mignon, entitled ‘Kiss of Death’. Produced in Los Angeles by Mignon and Rob Hill   (Cypress Hill, Korn, Everlast), the album will be released in the US on September 13th, backed by extensive touring.

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 30th, 2011

PITBULL TO ROCK THE TODAY SHOW ON FRIDAY Pitbull and Marc Anthony will take the stage for the first time together for The Today Show’s Summer Concert Series in New York City tomorrow morning.   Pitbull and Anthony will debut their new single, “Rain Over Me.”   The Miami-based rapper will also be joined by…

SLAINE ANNOUNCE TOUR DATES

Boston rapper Slaine, of the rap super group, La Coka Nostra, has announced his upcoming tour dates with Heavy Metal Kings in July. Slaine will be touring in support of his upcoming debut solo album, “A World With No Skies 2.0”, which is scheduled for release on August 16th, 2011 through Suburban Noize Records. SLAINE…

SHAUN BOOTHE “LET ME GO” VIDEO

Unloading remixes and exclusive material machine-gun style after a much-much-too-long hiatus from Toronto rapper Shaun Boothe, the latest and arguably most highly anticipated piece of ammo is out today: the video for smash hit “Let Me Go”.

FUBAR KICK OFF BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITION

Social party platform FUBAR have started to accept entries for their new Battle of the Bands competition that features cash prizes of $10,000 for each monthly winner, and daily prizes for winning bands. FUBAR will be posting songs from entrants every day to compete in a head to head battle voted on by fans and…

KUTIMAN DIRECTS NEW BOOM PAM VIDEO

Boom Pam’s Uri Brauner Kinrot says, “‘Light Up’ is a semi-Moroccan-rhythm, 70’s metal, psych fuzz, tuba driven song with deep, amusing lyrics written by our favorite Canadian born Israeli poet, Allan Moon. Like a wizard that gives life to a still statue, Kutiman magically took the song to the next level.”   “Working on the…

FALLING IN REVERSE (FEATURING RONNIE RADKE) RELEASE NEW VIDEO

The controversial and charismatic rocker Ronnie Radke is back on the scene full force with the emergence of his extraordinary new band Falling In Reverse. The group’s highly anticipated debut album, The Drug In Me Is You,   is set to hit stores on July 26. [youtube rgWr2nln83s nolink] www.epitaph.com

AIMEE MANN ANNOUNCES WEST COAST SUMMER TOUR DATES

Fresh from playing the ultimate house concert of the year, The White House, Aimee Mann returns to the road for a string of West Coast tour dates in August. Kicking off her tour at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano on August 12th, Aimee will make a stop at the Hollywood Bowl to perform…

MOE GREEN RELEASES FREE EP

The challenge for a fighter is not only with his opponent. It starts with confidence – with knowing you can defeat all challengers – and that confidence starts with training to develop the skills necessary for the inevitable showdown. Nothing comes easy. Hard work, focus, determination, passion, patience; the heart of a lion. Working his…

ZAZ READIES FOR HER US DEBUT

SonyMusic Independent Network (SIN) is proud to announce that they will be releasing Zaz, the US debut and self-titled debut studio record from the chart topping diamond and platinum selling French pop/gypsy jazz singer.   Established as an accomplished star in her native France since the release of the record last summer, Zaz is ready…

JAGUAR WRIGHT RELEASES TWO NEW SINGLES

Philly soul songstress Jaguar Wright’s newest single, “Switch (Make Change)” hit iTunes two weeks ago in honor of Black Music Month.   The single’s catchy head-nodding beat finds Wright showcasing her vocal range with witty lyrics.   Written by Wright, the single will be featured on her upcoming CD Book and Fragrance (GMUSIC), due out…

BUDWEISER PRESENTS “OPENING ACT” POWERED BY MYSPACE MUSIC

Budweiser Opening Act powered by Myspace Music is searching for local talent (21+) to earn their chance to be the opening act for Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Jill Scott on her Budweiser Superfest presents tour and win $25,000. The month-long nationwide series also features Grammy ® nominated R&B singer Anthony Hamilton, groove specialists Mint Condition…

DRAKE BELL NEW VIDEO “TERRIFIC”

Get four times your daily dose of actor/musician Drake Bell in his video for new single “Terrific,” which premiered recently on NY Post’s Pop Wrap.   Filmed in black-and-white, the video is split into four screens to capture multiple angles of Bell’s intimate performance.

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 28th, 2011

JUSTIN BIEBER WORKING ON NEW ALBUM Justin Bieber confirmed that he is currently in the planning and recording stages for his next album.   Usher’s protégé is taking time to craft a unique record, telling MTV News that his voice “is not meant for any style.” There are no set deadlines for work on the…

STOLI REUNITES WITH JARED MCCLOUD & HIS NEW ALBUM

In my quest to stay on top of music technology I treated myself to a Cruz Tablet this weekend. So far I love it but I am excited to start my subscription to Napster and see what that is like. Until now I have purchased all my music via Zune but the files clog my…

JOAKIM NEW VIDEO “FOREVER YOUNG”

This Fall, Joakim will gear up for the much anticipated release of his fourth studio album “Nothing Gold” through his very own imprint, Tigersushi Records — and despite the fame and notoriety the label has brought to this Parisian producer, debut single “Forever Young” off the forthcoming record will mark the very first single under…

UK DUBSTEP DUO NERO ANNOUNCE US DEBUT

Nero; Daniel Stephens and Joe Ray, the remixers du jour, and now one of the biggest names in both dubstep and drum and bass, are set to release their highly anticipated debut album Welcome Reality on August 15th worldwide through Chase and Status’ label MTA /Mercury. Welcome Reality will feature the global smash ‘Me and…

STEPHEN COLBERT JOINS THIRD MAN ROSTER

It’s official: Stephen Colbert is now a full fledged Third Man recording artist. The Colbert Report host’s Third Man debut single “Charlene II (I’m Over You)”   was made available at the stroke of midnight   when Thursday, June 23 became Friday, June 24 on vinyl from http://ThirdManRecords.com and digitally via iTunes. Third Man’s own…

MISSY ELLIOTT OFFERS OFFICIAL STATEMENT

“There have been some inaccuracies reported in regards to my diagnosis with Grave’s Disease, so I wanted to clear things up. I was diagnosed with Grave’s Disease about three years ago but it really hasn’t slowed me down at all. I rocked my performance on VH1 Hip Hop Honors’ tribute to Timbaland last year. I’ve…

GRINGO STAR SIGN TO GIGANTIC MUSIC

Gigantic Music is happy to announce the signing of Gringo Star to its roster and will release ‘Count Yer Lucky Stars’, the follow up to 2008’s critically acclaimed debut, “All Y’all’, on September 27th. “Count Yer Lucky Stars”, the sophomore album from Atlanta’s hardest working band, is a collection of catchy and instantly classic pop…

MODEST MOUSE’S ISAAC BROCK COMPOSING SCORE

Isaac Brock, Modest Mouse front man and songwriter, will compose the score for the upcoming feature film Queens of Country. Ryan Page and Christopher Pomerenke, the writing and directing team behind the film, are best known for their music documentaries including Blood Into Wine, The Heart Is A Drum Machine and Moog.   The pair…

REO ROCKS OUT AT HOOSIER PARK RACING & CASINO

Summer 2011 is here and REO Speedwagon is “Back On The Road Again” for more! I couldn’t have asked for a better band to kick off the season. On Saturday, June 11 REO Speedwagon played to a nearly sold out crowd at the Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Indiana.

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, JUNE 27th, 2011

JUSTIN BIEBER ATTACK BLOWN OUT OF PROPORTION Yesterday, we reported that Justin Bieber was attacked by a fan outside of Macy’s in New York City.   Today, more details emerged and it seems that it was a misunderstanding.   Billboard is reporting that an undercover cop was mistaken for a crazed fan during the singer’s…

NOT JUST YOUR AVERAGE BIKINI ROBOT ARMY

Val Broeksmit is an American Rock Band composer who writes and records all his songs from his home studio.   He prides himself as being one of the first rock and roll internet file sharing produced bands.   He likes to incorporate what he finds is the best music of the 60’s thru the 90’s…

MC LARS RELEASES FREE MIXTAPE

Post-punk laptop rapper MC LARS unleashed his first mixtape INDIE ROCK SCIENCE on his own record label Horris Records at midnight this morning, June 17, 2011. This will be the inaugural installment of a series of FREE mixtapes, which can be downloaded from his bandcamp page here: http://mclars.bandcamp.com/. “All of the featured rappers are people…

KILLINGER REVEALS BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR “HOLDING ON”

Hard rocking quartet Killinger have just revealed the sexy new video for the track “Holding On” from their forthcoming self-titled debut album.   Click here to witness (and download)!   The band is gearing up for the release of the album which incorporates a contemporary sound with the best elements of classic 80s hard rock…

Chuck Eaton, Lights

It would seem there is a time and place for everything within the world of music. That being said, if feel-good love songs and easy listening are your thing, Sao Paulo singer/songwriter Chuck Eaton delivers with his sophomore effort, Lights–14-tracks of emotive lyrical matter over a myriad of clever instrumentation. Going into the album, try…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 24th, 2011

REMEMBERING MICHAEL JACKSON Saturday (6/25) marks the two year anniversary of the shocking and sudden death of Michael Jackson.   The biggest pop star in history left us at the age of 50, while he was preparing for a big comeback tour.   His funeral took place at the Staples Center in L-A and was…

READY IN 10 SUPPORTS OUR WOUNDED VETERANS

Well known Long Island band Ready In 10 has recorded an extremely emotional song to remind Americans how grateful we should be to our men and women in uniform. The song, “Freedom’s Cry”, written by Patrick W. Seminario, pays tribute to our troops as well as the victims of 9/11. The band’s management, Scrocca Entertainment…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 23rd, 2011

BEYONCE PREVIEWS NEW ALBUM ON AOL MUSIC Listen to a sneak preview of Beyonce’s upcoming album, 4, now through Monday on AOL Music’s “Beyonce Listening Party.” The album drops online and in stores on Tuesday and features the singles “Run the World (Girls)” and “Best Thing I Never Had.” Preview the album at Music.Aol.com. BRITNEY…

The Next Phase, Out There

Love ’em or hate ’em, The Next Phase is coming with a style of sound that is ridiculously original on ‘Out There’.   The Next Phase is one man known as Patrick Cannell who is one very unique singer/songwriter.   The title of this new record is summed up perfectly because it is definitely way…