NEW IDLE BLOOM VIDEO
Idle Bloom came together in 2014 and had their first show at the Exit/In on March 17th, a venue they frequented separately and finally occupied together. Prior to assembling, Olivia and Katie played side-by-side in Fancytramp and pushed each other to grow musically until they met Callan and Weston, who are fundamental in evolving the layering of sounds they have today.
http://noisey.vice.com/blog/idle-bloom-mind-reader
SERTIFIED NEW SINGLE
Following grit & grime comes the sound triumphant horns with Sertified’s latest drop off properly titled “Fresco”. Using an uptempo mambo sample and his traditional “in your face” drum break LNS’ Harris the Terrorist provides the perfect anesthetic for their 11-track “Chips And Salsa” project set to drop Dec 31st on Itunes.
“+1” REMIXES
Fresh off the back of crossover hit “Intoxicated”, a track that peaked at #5 on the Official UK Singles Chart to grant him his first ever UK Top 10, Martin Solveig has unveiled the official remix package to new single, “+1.” Drafting in Bart B More, Blonde, Delta Heavy, Format:B, Loge21 and Tujamo to provide their own twists on his infectious original, each adds to the buzz surrounding Solveig as he looks to close out 2015 with a bang.
https://soundcloud.com/spinninrecords/sets/martin-solveig-1-feat-sam
NICK URB “EMILY”
Released in 2012, Nick’s first album We Are Able was a watershed moment for the songwriter and fit well with the timely emergence of mellow folk pop troubadours’ such as City and Colour, Noah Gundersen and Ed Sheeren. With little promotions other than a Daytrotter session, the album miraculously found its way to music lovers across the world, receiving over 7 million streams on Spotify.
NEW DOCUMENTARY LGBT DANCEHALL
Today, Noisey presents Out & Bad, a new documentary exploring the origins and culture of London’s LGBT dancehall scene, co-directed by VICE’s Daisy-May Hudson and independent filmmaker Kartel Brown.
Out & Bad charts the struggles of the black gay community and the creation of a dancehall scene in the UK, which provided a lifeline for so many, allowing them to celebrate who they were within their own culture.
http://noisey.vice.com/noisey-specials/out-and-bad-londons-lgbt-dancehall-scene-full-length
“ALEPH” VIDEO
Battle Ave. is a dark pop band formed in upstate New York in 2009 by songwriter Jesse Alexander and drummer Samantha Niss. After releasing their debut album War Paint, a heavy & cathartic roller coaster filled with “messy emotional pivots” (Stereogum) in 2011, the band returned to the studio with longtime producer & wise sage Kevin McMahon (Titus Andronicus, The Walkmen, Widowspeak) to make Year of Nod, a collection of subtle and atmospheric indie rock. Currently they are making a dent in the upstate/NYC venue circuit, playing DIY and more traditional venues alike and regularly appearing at Shea Stadium, Palisades, & BSP Kingston.
http://nyc.thedelimagazine.com/23431/deli-nyc-premiere-battle-aves-video-for-aleph
JOURNEY SINGER ARNEL PINEDA SIGNS WITH IMAGEN RECORDS
There is no denying the exceptional vocal talents of Arnel Pineda, as evidenced with his long-time work with one of rock’s most enduring acts, Journey. Arnel also recently signed a multi-record deal with Imagen Records, which will be issuing the much-anticipated album in 2016. “I am very proud and excited to have such a worldwide sensation as Arnel added to our lineup at Imagen Records,” says president Bob Winegard.
And soon, Arnel will be entering a new stylistic realm, with the release of the ‘Sounds of Christmas’ EP, which will be available for pre-order (digital only) on 12/11 and a street date (again, digital only) on 12/18. Ordering info can be found here:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sounds-of-christmas-ep/id1062397426
NITA STRAUSS TO HOST SHE ROCKS AWARDS
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) is thrilled to announce that Nita Strauss will co-host the 2016 She Rocks Awards. Honoring women who stand out as role models in the music industry, the She Rocks Awards will take place Friday, Jan. 22, 2016, in Anaheim, Calif., during the Winter NAMM Show.
“I’m so excited to be a part of the She Rocks Awards this year, and join Laura Whitmore and the WiMN to honor some of the incredible women in all the different aspects of our industry,” said Strauss.
Hosting duties will be shared between Strauss and WiMN Founder Laura B. Whitmore. “Nita Strauss has serious chops and is a role model for guitarists everywhere. When I asked her to join us for the She Rocks Awards, she didn’t hesitate. It will be a pleasure to share the podium with her!,” said Whitmore.
http://www.thewimn.com/events/she-rocks-awards/
INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITING COMPETITION (ISC) REOPENS ENTRIES FOR “STOCKING STUFFER” HOLIDAY PROMOTION
In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, ISC is reopening submissions for one week only (Dec. 15-22) for its annual Stocking Stuffer, and the fee is a discounted $25 per entry. All entries will also be automatically entered into the ISC 2015 competition. Songs may be submitted online via the ISC, Sonicbids, or Acceptd platforms or by mail.
http://www.songwritingcompetition.com/submit
DARLING WASTE NEW VIDEO
Emo quartet Darling Waste has released the official music video for “I Am The Villain”, their first new single in over three years. The video follows the tale of four bumbling individuals who happen upon magic keys that transform them into super heroes…kinda. Head to Bloody-Disgusting.com for the official premiere.
http://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3372961/darling-waste-i-am-the-villain-video-premiere-exclusive/
SKIZZY MARS UNVEILS “ALONE TOGETHER”
Atlantic recording artist Skizzy Mars has announced the release of his eagerly awaited debut. “ALONE TOGETHER” drops everywhere on January 22nd.
Produced by longtime collaborator Michael Keenan, “Alcoholics“ had its world premiere last week as part of a major feature in The Village Voice, which noted, “(‘Alcoholics’) shows Skizzy’s indulgences in plain sight — libations, pills, anything to slow down time so as to buy a few more hours until sunrise. It’s new emotional territory compared to that in which we’re used to seeing Skizzy — and it only creates more anticipation for ‘ALONE TOGETHER.’” In addition, The Source praised the new track, noting “it mixes the moody, viscous production and tone of Cudi’s best work with the introspective, emotion-laden croons of, say, 808’s Kanye–rather seamlessly,” while The Fader celebrated the tracks “infectious hook” and “dreamy production.”
MR HUDSON NEW SINGLE
Following his thoroughly well received comeback single ‘Dancing Thru It’ earlier this autumn, picking up plaudits from the likes of Pigeons & Planes, Complex, Noisey and more, Mr Hudson is today unveiling another brand new single, entitled ‘Hey You’.
In his follow up to the stoic ‘Dancing Thru It’, the up-beat ‘Hey You’ finds Hudson in a more optimistic mood. Minimal and romantic, the new single gives a nod to his London roots, despite his current California residency.
POWERS PREMIERE OFFICIAL VISUAL FOR “LOVED BY YOU”
Today, POWERS premiere the new official visual for their hit “Loved By You” on PopJustice.com. The song is available on their Legendary EP [Republic Records]—available now at all digital retailers.
“7 YEARS” VIDEO
Award-winning Danish artist Lukas Graham has shared the official video for breakout hit “7 Years.” The track’s poignant lyrics come to life through the video, a black-and-white tableau directed by René Sascha Johannsen that gives an intimate look into Lukas’ life, passion, and his unique creative energy.
Watch/Share Lukas Graham’s Official Video for “7 Years”:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHCob76kigA
DOPRAH NEW VIDEO
Doprah are very proud to share Lucid Visions, the first single and video from their forthcoming album called Wasting.
The video features an intriguing religious cult based plot, set amongst a hazed out and spooky forest.
Producer/Director Julian Vares has an interesting story about the video, which may even reveal a missing link to the infamous Parker-Hulme murder as portrayed in the Peter Jackson movie Heavenly Creatures.
http://www.myoldkentuckyblog.com/?p=54195
NEVER HEARD AZEALIA BABNKS
Besides a stacked tracklist of the best sounds Lisbon has had to over the past decade, Branko’s “10 Years Of Lisbon Sound” features never before heard material from rapper Azealia Banks. While still performing under her moniker Mis$ Banks, the young MC linked up with Branko to lay down verses on his band Buraka Som Sistema’s hit “Kalembe (Wegue Wegue)” back in 2011. Having never seen the light of day until now, the track, heard around the 38-minute mark, finds the then underground Banks laying down a dose of the whirlwind rhymes that have now come to define her as a superstar. Apart from the Banks cameo, “10 Years Of Lisbon Sound” features two hours of the trendsetting city’s movers and shakers that include Dotorado Pro, Diamond Bass, DJ N.K., Nigga Fox, Buraka Som Sistema, and of course, our selector du jour Branko.
SIZZY ROCKET DEBUTS MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BAD KIDS”
New York City’s Sizzy Rocket has released the stunning music video for her new single “Bad Kids”. A collaboration with Scissor Sisters’ Scott Hoffman (aka Babydaddy), “Bad Kids” is the latest track to be unveiled from her forthcoming debut album Thrills, is out next Spring on Yebo Music.
http://bullettmedia.com/article/premiere-watch-sizzy-rockets-glitchy-80s-inspired-bad-kids-video/
MOUNTAIN FAITH SIGNS WITH APA
APA is excited to announce the signing of family Bluegrass act Mountain Faith for booking representation. “Over the past fifteen years, Mountain Faith has become one of the most respected acts in the Bluegrass genre,” said APA’s Cass Scripps. “We are anxiously looking forward to sharing their unique story and talents with fans across the country, and putting them in front of as many people as possible.”
Formed in 2000, Mountain Faith consists of lead vocalists Summer McMahan and Luke Dotson, banjo player and harmony singer Brayden McMahan, bass player Sam McMahan – who is Summer and Brayden’s father, and mandolin player Cory Piatt. Their unique style puts a new spin on Bluegrass music, featuring touches of Gospel, Folk, Pop, and R&B.
PENTATONIX RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “THE FIRST NOEL”
All 7 of their releases have peaked within the Top 5 on Billboard’s Digital Albums Chart with 6 of those releases reaching the Top 10 or higher on the Billboard Top 200 Album Chart. Most recently, the group received 2 gold certifications for their “Daft Punk” medley and cover of Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive” ft. Lindsey Stirling. Their 2014 holiday album – That’s Christmas To Me – sold more than 1.2 million copies in the U. S., which was the 4th best-selling album of 2014. The group released their very first documentary (On My Way Home) which follows the quintet on their sold out 2015 North American Tour featuring behind-the-scenes footage, life performance and the making of their debut studio album, Pentatonix.
THE KICKBACK PREMIERES VIDEO FOR “SCORCHED EARTH BROUHAHA”
Indie rockers The Kickback are offering up another mini epic, premiering the official video for “Scorched Earth Brouhaha” exclusively with CMJ, who say “…the video kicks along in the vein of recent sparked-up popsters like Honduras or the Kickback’s Windy City brethren, Twin Peaks, with a welcome embrace of clarified production umph.”
UEFA EURO 2016 X DAVID GUETTA
Global DJ and music producer David Guetta has today called for 1 million fans to record with him and be part of the Official Song of UEFA EURO 2016. UEFA’s EURO 2016 music ambassador will create the soundtrack for the tournament next summer and he wants as many fans as possible to take part.
“I’m so excited to be working with UEFA on this project in my home country. UEFA EURO 2016 is all about the fans and I want to put them at the heart of everything, especially the music. So I’m trying something very special and asking fans around the world to celebrate this festival of football by being part of the Official Song,” said David Guetta.
The Frenchman, who will write and produce the song, will be the figurehead for UEFA’s global music campaign that will also include live performances at the Stade de France at the opening and closing ceremonies, a free fan concert in central Paris at the Champ de Mars underneath the Eiffel Tower and an interactive experience as part of the UEFA EURO 2016 Trophy Tour.
RBHYS DISSES ISIS
Marine Veteran and rap newcomer, Rbhys (Rob Hayes) sounds off on Terrorist Group ISIS in this new song he produced and wrote. Hurt Locker is a raw rap record about the harsh realities of being in combat, and the mindset a soldier must have about both mission and enemy. This isn’t for the strip clubs, this is for Paris, Syria, San Bernardino and anywhere else being attacked by ISIS. With the recent events in the world, Its time for rap to embrace veterans and our message.
R. CITY ANNOUNCE FIRST U.S. TOUR
R. City has announced its first U.S. tour in support of the release of their major label debut album WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF on Kemosabe Records/RCA Records. The national tour kicks off February 5th in Atlanta and runs through February 27th wrapping in Seattle, WA. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 18th at 10:00 AM local time.
R.E.M. FINDS INDEPENDENCE ONCE AGAIN
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and multi GRAMMY-winning artists R.E.M. and leading independent music company Concord Bicycle Music have entered into a multi-year, worldwide licensing agreement for the revered ‘indie’ rock band’s recording output spanning the years 1988 through 2011. The pact, which is set to begin early next year, includes the classic R.E.M. albums Green, Out of Time, Automatic For The People, Monster, New Adventures in Hi-Fi and Up among many others along with treasured hit singles “Losing My Religion”, “Stand”, “Orange Crush”, “Shiny Happy People”, “Man On The Moon”, “Drive”, “Everybody Hurts”, “What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?” and “Nightswimming” to name just a few.
The worldwide physical and digital licensing agreement encompasses recordings that have sold in excess of 85 million albums across the globe. Forthcoming new releases include deluxe reissues with special bonus material, exclusive packaging and much more.
