Two Gallants premiered a full album stream of upcoming fourth LP The Bloom and the Blight today exclusively on RollingStone.com: SKOPE IT HERE! The San Francisco-based duo’s first album in five years, The Bloom and the Blight won’t be available in stores for another week but can be pre-ordered now via Amazon, Two Gallants’ website…
Month: August 2012
3 Beers For Breakfast, EP
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With more of a southern rock feel, the music of 3 Beers For Breakfast cannot just be classified as Indie Country. Having more of that rocker type rhythm and flow, as opposed to too much twang, 3 Beers music is one of those sounds that will make the breakthrough from just mainstream country music to…
GAME OVER? NOT BY A LONG SHOT
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Game Over is just beginning for this upcoming hiphop/electro artist with a new single “All Out” that get you pumpin and jumpin. The song combines the crass bass of dubstep, techno riffage and a live sounding beat that gets the blood pumpin. If this is where Game Over is heading, then you’ll be hearing this…
JAN POSTS NEW SINGLE “WORK FOR THE CITY”
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JAN, aka Kim Talon, will release a self-titled debut album on November 13th. With riot grrrl-infused vocals, fuzzed out guitar lines, and blissed out grunge rhythms, JAN is a genre-straddling album that packs a mean punch. Known for being the latter half of art-rock band Eagle and Talon, Kim is now joined by Chloe Saavedra…
AESOP ROCK NEW VIDEO FOR “CYCLES TO GEHENNA”
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Continuing the momentum of a successful summer tour, Aesop Rock has announced more dates in support of his latest album Skelethon, starting October 1 in Detroit with tickets are on sale today.
NEW EP FROM O’BROTHER NEXT MONTH + VIDEO
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Triple Crown Records is pleased to announce the release of Basement Window the new EP from O’Brother. The EP is a bit of a sonic departure for the band, stripping down and re-arranging a few of their favorites from their debut full length Garden Window.
SOUTHSIDE JAKE NEW VIDEO “STAND TALL”
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Southside Jake is an independent hip-hop artist from Chicago. Here is the video for his latest track, “Stand Tall”. It is an uplifting song about pushing forward in life despite facing adversity. It is produced by North Ave Productions and features a beautiful singer, P.A. [youtube UPDFH_c58Lw] http://www.facebook.com/southsidejakemusic
ZAMMUTO RELEASES FREE LIVE EP
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Zammuto, the new quartet featuring the Books’ mastermind Nick Zammuto, have released a new live EP in advance of their massive first-ever headlining tour. The EP, recorded live in Athens, Georgia, features songs from the group’s acclaimed debut album released earlier this year, as well as the much-beloved Books classic, “Classy Penguin,” and the previously…
FALLING IN REVERSE ANNOUNCES HEADLINING FALL TOUR
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After attracting exceptionally large and fervent crowds at this years’ Warped Tour, Falling In Reverse have announced a string of headlining U.S. shows kicking off October 11th in Portland, OR. American post-hardcore band I See Stars will join Falling In Reverse on the entire tour. British post-hardcore four piece Enter Shikari, fellow label mates and…
AWAR: THE LAWS OF NATURE EXPLAINED
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It’s always a great thing when a new kid on the block makes enough noise to make the world sit up and listen. Although AWAR might not necessarily be a ‘new kid on the block’ per say having already put out a couple of freebies, he would definitely be one to take note of when…
BLONDFIRE SIGNS TO WARNER BROS. RECORDS
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Los Angeles-based duo BLONDFIRE has signed with Warner Bros Records. Brazilian-American siblings Bruce and Erica Driscoll have been writing, producing, playing and performing together since they were kids, creating bouncy electro-pop-n-roll that combines worldly sophistication with American accessibility. Fronted by Erica’s soft, breathy vocals and rounded out by a catchy, danceable beat, Blondfire’s songs have…
SINGER-SONGWRITER KEITH HARKIN’S SELF-TITLED SOLO DEBUT
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Verve recording artist Keith Harkin’s self-titled solo debut is set for release on September 18th, 2012. Anticipation for the album has already driven pre-sale orders to Number 2 on Amazon. Jochem van der Saag–who has worked with such artists as Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and Seal, produced the CD. David Foster, the…
JIMMY RAE THROWS UP HIS GLASS TO MURDER THE STOUT
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Time to raise up your arms with frosty drink in hand and say CHEERS to Murder The Stout! The Houston-based band plays a fresh mix of Celtic rock with elements of punk, ska and folk that will definitely spark your interests. With Scottish roots, this lively bunch of musicians is sure to entertain…
WIRE: THE DANDY WARHOLS NEW VIDEO
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The Dandy Warhols have been a band for 18 yrs. This Machine is the Dandy’s 8th official studio album and was recorded over the course of 2011 at The Dandy Warhols rock clubhouse/ entertainment megaplex/studio The Odditorium. The band recorded the album with their longtime engineer – producer Jeremy Sherrer. Taylor-Taylor describes this record…
Scott Leftwich and the Atarians, Love
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About the Artist: This is the lat4est release from this 4 piece Alternative Rock band from North Carolina entitled Love ( 2012). Band members include Scott Leftwich Guitar/Vocals, Blake Leftwich Guitar/Vocals, Brian Tate Bass/Vocals, Ricky Underwood Drums/Vocals. Review: Love is one release that certainly doesn’t disappoint. This is one band that brings to the…
SKOPE PREMIERE: T.O.N.E-z’ VIDEO FOR “SITTIN’ IN MY ROOM” FEAT MOKSHA
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T.O.N.E-z says: “I’m soooooo excited to get my new music video for “Sittin’ In My Room” out to the world! It’s been a fun ride working with Vin Nucatola (Director/Producer/Editor), Tom Harmon(Co-Editor) and Jennie Sedlacek (Actress)…
HALEY REINHART PREMIERES LYRIC VIDEO FOR “UNDONE”
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Fresh off her Lollapalooza performance, jazzy soul-child Haley Reinhart is wasting no time getting back to work — and is planning a US tour for the fall. More details will be revealed shortly, but several very special dates have already been announced. On October 8th, Haley will join famed jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater and…
WIRE: CAINS & ABELS UNVEIL “MONEY” VIDEO
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Chicago rock trio Cains & Abels are pleased to share the video for “Money” the 2nd single off their recently released My Life Is Easy. The drums pulse and thump and the guitar twangs–but singer David Sampson’s gravelly utterances and adages remain the driving force behind the song. SKOPE IT HERE!
P.O.D. RELEASES NEW VIDEO
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P.O.D. has premiered the new video for the band’s forthcoming new single, “Higher” on VEVO- WATCH HERE. “Higher” will be the 2nd single from the band’s new album, Murdered Love (Razor & Tie) available in-stores and online now. The Rockstar Energy Drink UPROAR Festival also recently caught up with front man Sonny Sandoval for…
Sandbox, Me & Him and Horse
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About the Artist: This is the latest release from Los Angeles based 7 member Alternative Rock band “Sandbox.” Band members include: Kaitlin Wolfberg and Morgan Paros (Violins), Dayna Richards (horns), Laureen Brown (Tap), Cooper Cowgill and Adam Hull (Marching Drums), Shane Sweet plays all other instrumentation and is the primary vocalist. Review: What does…
REVIEW: KOOL & THE GANG / COMMODORES LIVE!
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On Saturday, August 11th at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Indiana I got the chance to see two incredible music acts that you may have heard of: Kool & The Gang and Commodores. Both groups have been going strong for over four decades playing to countless fans from all over the…
DELERIUM TO RELEASE ‘MUSIC BOX OPERA’ ON OCTOBER 30
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Following the release of lead single, “Monarch,” Delerium reveals details about the first studio album in six years, Music Box Opera — out October 30 via Nettwerk Records. With the creator/brainchild of Delerium Bill Leeb (Front Line Assembly, Skinny Puppy) at the helm, the Vancouver-based electronic outfit – which includes collaborators Rhys Fulber, Jared Slingerland…
WIRE: NEW VIDEO BY REBECCA FERGUSON
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Rebecca collaborated with industry heavyweights Eg White (Adele, James Morrison, Duffy), Fraser T Smith (Cee Lo Green) and Claude Kelly (Britney, Whitney Houston, Jessie J) during the making of Heaven. The stunning collection of songs, all written by Rebecca herself, has received glowing praise both in the U.S. and overseas: People Magazine called Heaven “…a…
BOOMPHONES: IT’S A BOOMBOX ON YOUR HEAD
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MTV Geek! called it “simply a great idea!” when it was first unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this past January. Now consumers can see, and hear, for themselves as Boomphones officially launch August 28th, 2012 with their Phantom model – the world’s 1st headphones that can transform into a boombox with the…
WIRE: ELSEWHERE NEW VIDEO “1981”
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Boston-based progressive/power-pop/punk rock band Elsewhere (www.facebook.com/elsewhereband) has released its hit EP 1981 to American audiences after receiving rave reviews and critical acclaim in Europe. With success from the UK to Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Finland and The Czech Republic, the album is currently sold in major European retail stores. 1981 can also be purchased…
K. ROSE DEBUTS WITH “SLEEP WHEN I’M DEAD†VIDEO
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Wake up to a new star rising with “Sleep When I’m Dead,” the debut single from sensational 19-year-old singer-songwriter-dancer K. Rose via the Epidemic Music imprint of hip-hop superproducers Cool & Dre and Interscope Records. Cool & Dre are renowned for their work with Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Game, Wale, Busta Rhymes, Nas, Ludacris, and…
WIRE: MTV IGGY POSTS NEW VIDEO FROM AQUA NEBULA OSCILLATOR
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Tee Pee Records has just released the brand new album from of one of Europe’s most accomplished underground psych bands, AQUA NEBULA OSCILLATOR. Titled Third, the completely unique record hit shops on June 5 and has met to shining critical acclaim, being called “Hawkwindish” by Rhapsody, “twisted in the best possible way” by Verbicide and…
WIRE: ZEDD TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM
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Russian-born German-raised EDM producer/DJ/songwriter, Zedd, is set to release his full-length debut album, Clarity, on October 9th via Interscope Records. The album will include the wildly popular track “Spectrum” Feat. Matthew Koma, which was #1 on Beatport for 18 days, and rocketed into the top 10 of the iTunes dance chart. The album…
RIGHT THE STARS RELEASE NEW SINGLE “ALL FOR YOU”
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Los Angels indie pop-rock band Right The Stars released a new single “All For You” on August 14th, the same day it was featured on ABC Family’s “Pretty Little Liars.” Their first new music since the release of the debut Hello Yes OK, the new single “was one of those songs that just spilled out,”…
HERO JR. NEW “NAKED” VIDEO
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The Indy-based foursome combine soaring vocals, stinging guitars and driving rhythms and channel them into 11 indelible, hook-filled songs that help define the blur between ’70s classic rock, the angst of the Alternative Nation and modern indie-rock. The band consists of brothers Evan Haughey (vocals/guitar) & Matthew Haughey (drums/vocals), along with bassist Dave DuBrava and…
JEREMY LONG: NOT JUST DOING IT; LIVING IT
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They say immersion is the best way to learn a thing. If that is indeed true, then singer/songwriter Jeremy Long is continuing his education, hands-on and fully immersed.
Antonio Piretti, A Step in Heave, A Step in Hell
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About the Artist: This is Piretti’s debut release. Researching his bio He is from Italy but now makes his home in the Toronto area. I really like the BIO section of his Reverbnation site. Rather than explain who he is as an artist he breaks the mold and puts many inspiration quotes that capture the…
THESE GUYS COULD BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION
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Serial Obsession is a hard driving rock band from New York City. In just a few short years, Serial Obsession has garnered a ravenous fanbase, produced 3 cds, opened for major acts, hosted charity events and have been heard on radio stations all around the world. While most bands take 5 years just to come…
UGLY KIDS CLUB RETURN WITH UNDENIABLE HIT
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Seems like indie electric duo Ugly Kids Club is right on target with the upcoming single “Sharpshooter”. Fans can download the release on iTunes starting August 14th. In addition, the duo is releasing an official music video for the song and is on track to release one deluxe single with a video every month for…
K’LA GETS NAS ON NEW SINGLE
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K’LA, Def Jam’s newest signee has taken the time to make sure her debut makes the biggest splash possible. How big? I don’t know, how big is a Nas verse? Yeah, that’s pretty big. For her new single “Blame”, K’LA grabs a Jerry Wonda instrumental that nods to classic R&B while still keeping things all…
RAYNA GELLERT TO RELEASE DEBUT
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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rayna Gellert is set to release her solo debut album Old Light: Songs From My Childhood & Other Gone Worlds on October 2, 2012 via New York-based StorySound Records. A mix of original compositions and fresh arrangements of traditional fare, the 10-track album exhibits her reverence for the varied colors of the rich…
WIRE: ZULU PEARLS NEW VIDEO ON NOISEY
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Beneath the surface of any throwaway pop culture landscape there are bound to be some hidden gems. Zulu Pearls are a gem of a band. DIY but not Lo-Fi, nostalgic but not retro, Zulu Pearls’ debut LP NO HEROES NO HONEYMOONS captures the cynical romanticism of navigating the dawn of the 21st Century. Propelled…
WIRE: NOWNESS PREMIERES NEW SEAN BONES VIDEO
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NOWNESS has an exclusive premiere of the new Sean Bones video for “Hit Me Up” from the artist’s sophomore album Buzzards Boy, which was released in May to critical acclaim. The video was directed by John Fitzgerald and Meshakai Wolf in conjunction with If We Were Two and exhibits extensive underwater footage, mixing digital media…
MEN OF NORTH COUNTRY NEW VIDEO “PANDORA”
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Men of North Country emerged from Tel Aviv’s soul scene, bringing with them a fresh approach to creating the perfect three-minute soul nugget. The band started by chance, when soul DJ Yashiv Cohen was overheard singing along to the tunes he was playing at one of his Tel Aviv Soul Club parties.
WIRE: NPR FEATURES NEW TITLE FIGHT TRACK
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“Head In The Ceiling Fan” also helped to catapult them to the next level, catching the attention of world-renowned media outlet NPR, who today premiered the second song off of Floral Green titled “Sympathy” and featured it on All Songs Considered. “Sonic Youth knows its pop music better than most avant-rockers, but to hear it…
