Alex Vans will celebrate the power of live music with his upcoming tour. The tour, supporting the release of DJ Booth, out Jan. 8, will hit east coast venues starting Jan. 9. Vans will be playing with his live band, The Hideaway for the tour, which makes its final stop of eleven at the IOTA…
Month: December 2012
WIRE: IS PSY ANTI-AMERICAN
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Just about everyone with internet access has heard of the extremely viral video “Gangam Style”, by Korean musician PSY. Not many have heard of his controversial political past though, until now. Take a look at OneMinuteNews’ coverage and commentary on the matter: http://bit.ly/UKP3QM While PSY’s Anti-American like past was somewhat justified by much of the…
LAKESHORE RECORDS POSTS SINGLE FROM ‘ANY DAY NOW’ SDTRK
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Lakeshore Records will release the Any Day Now – Original Soundtrack digitally on December 11, 2012. The soundtrack features the original track “Metaphorical Blanket” written by Rufus Wainwright for the film, three tracks performed by the film’s star Alan Cumming, a selection of 70s classics (including “Don’t Leave Me This Way”, “Come To Me”,…
THE VITAL MIGHT POST “THIS APPROACH”
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Art-rockers THE VITAL MIGHT release their third LP, The Eclipse, on December 11th through their Bandcamp page. The Eclipse introduces more straightforward romantic themes than previous albums, as singer/songwriter/guitarist Andy Milk wrote most of the lyrics from a seaside Cape Cod cottage leading up to his 2011 nuptials. The band calls it “music…
YANKEE BRUTAL PREMIERE MUSIC VIDEO FOR “REVOLT”
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Sacramento melodic-hardcore act YANKEE BRUTAL have released a music video for “Revolt”, a fast paced, hard hitting number off their recently released full-length “The Everlasting Greed”.
TROY HARLEY NEW VIDEO “SOMEONE LIKE ME”
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On November 6, 2012, Troy’s first official single “Someone Like Me” was made available for purchase at online retailers. A feel-good pop/rock song, the track was co-written by Rune Goldberg (Adam Lambert, Daughtry, Kris Allen) and Zac Maloy (Carrie Underwood, Our Lady Peace, Hanson, Chris Daughtry), who also co-penned “End of Summer.” “Someone Like…
FULL REBEL JACKET POSTS “G.R.I.T.S”
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Built on a laid back, southern fried beat, G and Q deliver an ode to southern women, flipping the “G.R.I.T.S.” acronym to mean “Girls Raised In The South.” “We wanted to create an anthem for southern women, with a little southern flavor” says G. “Something they could be proud of when they hear it.” Chalie…
‘LIVE FROM ARTISTS DEN: 2012’ TRAILER
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Live from the Artists Den: 2012, a new compilation of live songs from episodes of acclaimed public television series Live from the Artists Den that aired in 2012. The album includes performances by Norah Jones, Kid Rock, Rufus Wainwright, and many other incredible musicians, all recorded at different non-traditional, historic venues across the United States.…
WIRE: CHICKFACTOR POSTS NEW AMOR DE DIAS SINGLE
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Amor de DÃas, the long-term collaboration between Alasdair MacLean (The Clientele) and Lupe Núñez-Fernández (Pipas), will release their sophomore album The House at Sea on January 29. Today, Chickfactor premiered “Jean’s Waving,” the first single from The House at Sea. SKOPE IT HERE!
MY GOLD MASK ALBUM FEBRUARY 2013
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What began as a collaboration between longtime musical partners Gretta Rochelle and Jack Armondo (guitar), became less a means to an end, than the end itself. A deep wellspring of personal and musical experiences shaped their direction, and Chicago’s My Gold Mask is a culmination, a fulfillment, of a long artistic road, that has lead…
DIGDUGDISASTER INTERVIEWS THE MAN BEHIND THE SONGS: TOM BOISVERT
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Tom Boisvert is a lyricist and songwriter, specializing in Country and Gospel music. His lyrics are expressive and tell stories that are at once relateable and visual as well. Tom has collaborated with country singer Heather Morris, and together they’ve produced the hit tribute track “The Chute Out”, a song dedicated to bull riders, the…
2 VIDEOS FROM HELENA JESELE DEBUT ALBUM
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2012 has been Helena Jesele’s breakthrough year. The buzz surrounding the beautiful, Dublin urban soul-jazz singer across the pond has planted her firmly on the radar of artists to watch in 2013 and beyond. The breakout U.K. songstress is ready to make her U.S. debut with new album ‘Sweet Sticky Fix’ set for release on…
Working Class Hussys, Diary of a Working Class Cracker
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A listen to the Working Class Hussys’ new album, Diary of a Working Class Cracker evokes a melding of vintage Chicago, ELO-like melodies and a tinge of quirk a la Weezer. The sound as a whole is slightly nostalgic… a sort of “I’ve heard this before” Je ne sais quois. The lyrical matter ebbs towards…
Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders, What You Gonna Do?
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Though rooted in “ago” artists the likes of Carl Perkins and Sam Philips; Rockabilly is still alive, well and significant. And within the 12-tracks of the new Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders album, What You Gonna Do?, it also happens to be contemporary. Though the LP may contain some of the same hard luck scenarios…
ADAPTING TO THE ELECTRONIC AGE IN MUSIC
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Anyone who pays close attention to the music industry can attest to the fact that things are indeed changing. Electronic music is more popular now than ever before, and to say that it is here to stay would be an understatement. A lot of people in the music industry have difficulty with the fact that…
WORN FREE HONORS THE MEMORY OF JOHN LENNON
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Los Angeles-based apparel line, Worn Free, is honoring legendary songwriter, Beatles front man, and activist for peace, John Lennon, with a collection of exclusive vintage replica t-shirts inspired by those worn by the iconic musician. Thirty-two years after the horrific murder outside his New York City apartment on December 8, 1980, Lennon remains a voice…
MILITARY TRIBUTE RELEASED BY ONE DAYS NOTICE
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One Days Notice is officially releasing their new single “Coming Home”. This song is a military tribute dedicated to troops that are returning home from their military duties– whether it be from a tour overseas or the military base. In “Coming Home”, One Days Notice captures the raw emotion between US soldiers and their…
The Parachuting Apostles, Dish Pig (EP)
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The Parachuting Apostles are an Alternative Rock band that comes to us from Philadelphia, PA. Right from the starts I can tell “Dish Pig” is one release that certainly doesn’t disappoint. This is one band that brings to the table effective songwriting via a highly passionate musical delivery. And elite level musicianship. This meshed with…
Bobby Jo Valentine, Home
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On the heels of his debut album, A Place To Belong, it seems singer/songwriter Bobby Jo Valentine found what he was looking for considering the recent release of his sophomore effort, Home. After enjoying a burgeoning fan base and several accolades over the past year and a half, Valentine proves that he is not only…
Addison Station, Suit Up
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More launching pad than interim project, Connecticut’s Addison Station is set to release their new EP, Suit Up. The album and a corresponding East Coast tour will serve as foreshadowing for the spring release of their full-length, Unplug and Run. Founding member and lead vocalist Trent Gerbers has described the thematic ethos of the album…
WIRE: DIAMOND YOUTH NEW SONG ON BAEBLE
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Alternative rock quartet, Diamond Youth, have premiered a new song, “Cannonball” with Baeble Music. Stream the new song here: http://bit.ly/TFtBNj. “Cannonball” is the first track to be released off their highly anticipated EP, Orange, recorded by Brian Mcternan (Circa Survive, Hot Water Music, The Movielife), in his Baltimore-based studio, Salad Days. which will be available…
POP ETC’S VIDEO “SPEAK UP”
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Pop music likes to mix familiar elements with fresh, unexpected ones. By all those measures, the eponymous debut album, released in June 2012, from POP ETC lives up to its name. The members of the trio–Christopher Chu, his brother Jonathan, and Julian Harmon–previously established a measure of renown under the name the Morning Benders.
WIRE: BOBBY LONG NEW SINGLE ON PASTE
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ATO Records and Bobby Long proudly present Wishbone, the sophomore album from the British born artist who calls New York City home. Recorded in Los Angeles with producer Ted Hutt (Gaslight Anthem, Lucero, Old Crow Medicine Show), the well crafted songs on Wishbone live up to the expectations put upon a young man the Wall…
WIRE: HAYDEN OFFERS MP3 “OLD DREAMS”
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Having spent nearly two decades creating uniquely affecting music defined by deep personal sentiment and attracting listeners across musical genres, Hayden announces his seventh full-length record, Us Alone, out February 19th on Arts & Crafts. To celebrate, Hayden shares “Old Dreams” off the upcoming album, which just premiered on Rolling Stone. SKOPE IT HERE!
Music Industry Management & Booking Directory
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C. Cirocco Jones & Music Powers present the e-book Music Industry Management & Booking Directory. It’s a 2012-2013 edition. So despite the vicissitudes of the music industry, one can be confident that the vast majority of this information is accurate and relevant. From Hip-Hop to Country to Pop, whether you are a performer, producer, or…
TESS HENLEY “CHRISTMAS WON’T DO WITHOUT YOU” VIDEO
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Tess Henley sets the mood for the holidays with the original song Christmas Won’t Do Without You. Written by the Seattle-based Henley and performed with Seattle’s Passenger String Quartet, Christmas Won’t Do Without You showcases the up-and-coming singer/pianist in her element, with Tess’ stunning voice cascading over twinkling ivories. It’s a holiday treat that will…
SQUIDHAT RECORDS SIGNS ICONIC VEGAS PERFORMANCE ARTIST JENN O. CIDE
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SquidHat Records is pleased to announce the signing of Las Vegas icon Jenn O. Cide, a sideshow performer and “professional weirdo” who has worked with artists such as Motley Crue, The Killers, Richard Cheese and Eli Roth. SquidHat will release two instructional DVDs featuring Jenn’s amazing talents in 2013, starting in March with “How To…
50 YEARS OF ROCKING THE ART WORLD: A CELEBRATION OF THE ROLLING STONES
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Symbolic London, one of the world’s greatest collections of twentieth-century pop culture, is proud to present a collection of fine art works inspired by The Rolling Stones and the artists that have supported them in a worldwide exhibit entitled 50 Years of Rocking the Art World- A Celebration of The Rolling Stones which opens to…
ALEXA DEBUT SINGLE “CAUSE WE FEEL LIKE IT” AUDIO
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ALEXA is bringing it to the radio, your IPod and a dance floor near you with the global launch of her debut single “CAUSE WE FEEL LIKE IT”, December 3, 2012. ALEXA officially broke onto the scene summer 2012 with her first single, “Cause We Feel Like It”, when fashion designer Indashio (Winner of…
THE BIXBY KNOLLS TO RELEASE DEBUT
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The Bixby Knolls are set to release their full-length debut, Near & Undear, on December 11th. On it the L.A.-based foursome offer up 11 tracks that blur the lines between indie rock, psychedelia, post-punk, pop and even soulful R&B. At times spastic, surreal and schizophrenic, this is guitar-driven rock’n’roll delivered with conviction, swagger and, above…
LOWLAKES POST “SONG FOR MOTION”
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Australian based LOWLAKES are ready to conquer the world with their infectious and haunting single, “Song for Motion.” Creating a sultry piece of art, that will grab the very depths of your soul, Lowlakes produce a sound so gorgeous, you will not believe your ears. A dark ambiance fills “Song for Motion,” combining echoing guitars…
Rodney Patterson, Love > Fear
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Love > Fear is the debut album of Dallas native Rodney Patterson, who has spent years refining his piano chops since his beginning at age 11. Now arrives the work of his creative passion. Patterson says that he strives to bring relaxation through his music. In this effort, he is successful. However, there are also…
UK HARD ROCKERS HEAVEN’S BASEMENT CONFIRMED AS SUPPORT FOR BUCKCHERRY
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Rising UK hard rock quartet Heaven’s Basement have been tapped as support for Buckcherry on their upcoming Canadian tour, with additional select dates in the United States, beginning January 2nd, 2013. “Fire, Fire”: http://youtu.be/zgz_vmwEp_0 This marks the band’s first tour in North America. The quartet just wrapped tour dates as support for Halestorm…
VALERIE PETTIFORD SIGNED HOLIDAY CD’S
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Valarie Pettiford is making a limited number of signed CDs available just in time for the holidays via her website. Her second solo album, “Velvet Sky” is a collection of original lullabies; a perfect gift for the parents or expecting parents on your holiday gift-giving list. The songs range from playful numbers that are meant…
WIRE: PAPER MAG PREMIERES SOPHIE AUSTER VIDEO
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New York singer/songwriter Sophie Auster released her new album Red Weather earlier this month. Paper Magazine has just premiered the video for the lead single “Run, Run, Run”. Watch the video here – please post and share. The skittering beat and angular piano melody of “Run, Run, Run” underpin a seductively feral vocal from Sophie…
WIRE: ETERNAL SUMMERS PREMIERE NEW VIDEO
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The video follows a young woman who is stuck in a decrepit mental asylum while dreaming of herself in an underwater world. The location used in the video was a mental hospital built in the late 1800’s complete with an electro shock machine from decades ago. The building has been out of commission for the…
DECEMBER 2012: MKM NOTES FROM THE SOUND TABLE
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Another interesting year has just breezed by and I’ll say it went FAST! Looking back, we should be thankful for all the good times and progress that we made. It’s not over until it’s over, so I’m looking forward to seeing fruits of our labor popping up over the next few weeks and into 2013.
LEGENDARY WINGS OFFER 2 MP3’S FROM DEBUT ALBUM
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Legendary Wings just released their raw and energetic Dirtnap Records debut, Making Paper Roses. The guys are offering 2 MP3’s to wet your appetite.
BOY TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM + US DATES
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Hamburg-based indie pop duo BOY is set to make their North American debut with the release of MUTUAL FRIENDS on FEBRUARY 26, 2013. The album’s infectious first single “Little Numbers,” which has garnered more than 6.5 million YouTube views, is available today on iTunes, along with b-side “Skin (Acoustic Version).” In support of the release,…
SOUTH AFRICA’S PAUL G “GET CONTROL” FEAT FABOLOUS
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Paying homage to the King of Pop’s most influential pop music video of all time, Thriller, Fabolous teamed up with South Africa’s # 1 R and B artist, Paul G. http://youtu.be/geUl2trOdp8 With his single “Freaking Me Out” holding the #1 spot on the MTV Base R &B Charts for five consecutive weeks, Paul G decided…
