C.NICHOLE REMIXES NEW SINGLE
A major in marketing at the University of Houston, C.Nichole seized the opportunity to intern at one of the “Big 3″ record labels during her time there. Taking all the knowledge she learned, C.Nichole started her own music publishing company. After demoing tracks for artists and getting feedback from labels, she realized that no one understood her sound, and decided to go about music alone; founding her own record label and becoming the singer in the duo group, Apollo’s Interlude. Not believing in such a thing as being boxed in, because she sees no box, C.Nichole plans to start off in R&B/Urban Pop and pursue a venture into Alternative Rock.
https://soundcloud.com/mscnichole/just-keep-your-hold-on-me-remix
UV BOI “SHOW YOU”
On track to becoming the next global infatuation, Brisbane-based producer UV Boi has shared his latest single Show You ft. MTNS, the second cut off debut EP「L-UV」, out March 18th.
Dominating sets at major Australian festivals like Soundscape Festival, FOMO Festival and Beyond the Valley, UV Boi has honed his live skills with a myriad of support slots for the likes of Yung Lean, Flosstradamus, Kaytranada, Tkay Maidza, SOPHIE and Lido.
ONE LESS REASON ANNOUNCE RETURN + NEW SINGLE
Modern rockers One Less Reason have announced the completion of their highly anticipated new studio album The Memories Uninvited, slated for release this spring. Written and recorded over the last two years in the band’s hometown of Memphis, TN, the band is now premiering the searing debut single and lyric video for “Where Were You?” online. Across thirteen years and half-a-dozen albums with Cris Brown at the fore, One Less Reason has pushed the limits of hard rock into deep and emotionally engaging territory, making music as heartfelt as it is heavy. A U.S. tour is currently being planned to support the release with dates to be announced soon. For up-to-date information visit www.olrmusic.com
ARCANA 13 DOES COVER SONG
“Italian horror equals Dario Argento equals Suspiria,” elaborates the band, “That’s it, the rest is history; nothing more to add. When we started our journey into Italian horror, the very first melody we jammed on was the immortal theme of this unparalleled movie. In front of this colorful, psychedelic masterpiece we couldn’t just cover the quintessential Goblin’s piece of art, we needed to tribute and transform it into our sound. To top it off, we laid down the wall of synths with the invaluable help of ARCANA 13’s fifth hidden member, our brother Steve. When he’s not busy with his fierce deathpunk gang Hierophant, he becomes the wizard of our eerie and purely analogue synths and keyboards! Questo respiro, non puoi più dimenticarlo…!”
Video Premiere: Arcana 13 – “Suspiria (Suspiria, Dario Argento 1977)”
CHICAGO’S DIMWAVE RELEASE ALBUM TEASER VIDEO
Chicago no-wave outfit Dimwaves (members of Tinkerbelles, Gypsyblood & Karma With A K) are playing March 26 at Chicago’s Metro with Wired Minds and Big Paraid.
To celebrate the show and hype their upcoming debut, the band are releasing a teaser video with wilderness equipment destruction intercut live video footage. If reverby, neo-Joy Division noise jams make you giddy then these guys will wet your whistle. They’re are currently mixing their 11-song LP which is planned for a late summer release.
http://www.brashtracks.com/dimwaves-album-teaser/
MONK TAMONY REVEALS DEBUT SINGLE
Rock band Monk Tamony release their debut single, “Back Of The Building.” The track has more than enough hard-hitting punch to position Monk Tamony as a fast-selling stadium act. Comprised of TJ Rosenthal (Vocals, Guitar) and Joe Zdaa (Drum, Vocals), Monk Tamony is a stellar, two-piece band producing super charged, hard-driving rock with unmistakable New York City attitude. Pancakes & Whiskey raved, “The track is rife with rolling guitar riffs and a solid backbeat which gets our blood pumping for more from this new exciting duo.”
THE ROOMSOUNDS PREMIERE “WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING”
Dallas rock band The Roomsounds are continuing their Texas takeover, sharing their SXSW 2016 schedule and offering up another taste off their forthcoming album. This morning, the Big Star-inspired “Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing” premiered exclusively over at Baeble Music. The track is featured on the band’s new album Elm St., out March 25.
LA SERA NEW VIDEO
La Sera shares the Jason Lester-directed official music video for “I Need An Angel” today via Pitchfork. The band’s fourth album, Music For Listening To Music To, is out tomorrow on Polyvinyl and the band has three shows next week to celebrate the album’s release in Las Vegas, Palm Springs and LA, as well as a full tour in May with Titus Andronicus.
http://pitchfork.com/tv/13-music-videos/1642-la-sera-i-need-an-angel-official-music-video/
AUSTIN MAHONE DEBUTS APPLE EXCLUSIVE VIDEO FOR ‘PUT IT ON ME’
Singer-songwriter AUSTIN MAHONE reveals an all-new, Apple exclusive visual today for “Put It on Me” featuring Sage the Gemini. Following the release of This Is Not the Album, “Put It on Me” has become a fan-favorite amongst Mahomies, prompting the singer to partner with Apple Music for an all-new exclusive. Directed by Gil Green, the monochromatic visual emulates Austin’s mature new direction, finding the singer back at work in a Miami penthouse alongside collaborator Sage the Gemini. Watch Austin Mahone’s “Put It on Me” music video featuring Sage the Gemini on iTunes Connect now.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/post/idsa.31ff0e9a-e16a-11e5-b1c9-b4f8cc0394f8
NADA SURF RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Nada Surf has released a touching new video for the song “Rushing,” off oftheir much-anticipated album YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE which will be released tomorrow Friday March 4. The clip was shot in Paris and was written and directed by Emilie and Sarah Barbault and produced by Fastpod. It stars Nada Surf singer/songwriter/guitarist Matthew Caws along with Angelica Sarre and Vincent Paquot.
http://www.stereogum.com/1863213/nada-surf-rushing-video-stereogum-premiere/mp3s/
“LET ME GO LONDON”
Produced by long-term collaborators Richard Frenneaux and Graham Archer (mixer), ‘Let Me Go London’ is a song that underneath the surface covers themes of empowerment and embracing the beauty in the unknown. Unapologetically honest as always, the arresting and pulsating gospel track showcases Welsh’s power vocals.
https://soundcloud.com/laurawelsh/laura-welsh-let-me-go-london-1/
NEW VIDEO BY PUZZLE
‘Trial By Fire’ is the new single from Brazilian-born, London-based collaborative artist and musician PUZZLE. Released on 26th February, the track is a hard hit of fearless dark pop with an intoxicatingly anthemic chorus.
Now receiving the video treatment, the track is set to continue PUZZLE’s incredible upward trajectory. The clip sees the pulsating beats and crashing drums soundtrack a powerful, striking and dramatic chase, masterfully animated and featuring PUZZLE. The visual manages to both perfectly encapsulate the raw urgency of the track while maintaining the enigma and mystery of who PUZZLE is.
BOYFRIENDS NEW SINGLE
Seattle favorites Boyfriends shared their newest single “I Thought We Had Plans” with Impose on Friday, March 4th. The single is taken from the A-side of their upcoming 3-track seven inch, and the song also features Emily Nokes of fellow Seattle group, and close friends of Boyfriends, Tacocat.
“This is the sound of your favorite kiwi band from the Flying Nun catalog being channeled through the dorm rooms, patios, shared garage spaces, dives, pop-up party venues, and the bouncing bedroom pop of underground Seattle.” – Sjimon Gompers, Impose
NEW OG MACO SINGLE
OG Maco has released a new rager called “Bright Lights” produced by frequent collaborator Pablo Dylan. The track picks up where the two left off with their joint EP Tax Free that dropped last year. It features live instrumentation, guitars and hard hitting drums that compliment Maco’s raw, melodic flow. The song will be on future projects for both artists.
MEYHEM LAUREN DROPS “SAUCE”
Meyhem Lauren is taking Queens swagger worldwide, traveling the globe with Action Bronson on their travel / dining show F**k That’s Delicious (invading a home near you on the VICELAND cable channel tonight at 10PM EST).
Their adventures are just an appetizer for Piatto D’Oro, Meyhem’s upcoming free solo release on Fool’s Gold. Tune into DJ Whoo Kid’s Shade45 show tonight from 8-10pm EST for a FTD takeover, where Mey talks Piatto and teases album cuts like “Sauce” featuring his brother Hologram.
CHILD BITE “BORN A HOG”
In advance of its release today Decibel Magazine spews forth “Born A Hog” for communal absorption. “‘Born A Hog” is about how much it would suck to be born a hog,” considers vocalist Shawn Knight. “I eat my fair share of bacon, but I can’t help keeping in mind where it comes from. Interesting how we choose certain animals to eat and others to pamper. I’ve got two pet dogs, but I also eat bacon. Kinda fucked up when you think about it. Thinking too much about anything can ruin the experience, but I believe that the least I can do for that pig is to make myself feel a little guilty while I’m eating him. We were stoked to get a real pig on the track too; you can hear sweet Lucy squealing at the very end of the song.”
http://decibelmagazine.com/blog/2016/3/2/child-bite-march-away-from-the-pigs-on-born-a-hog
HARN SOLO NEW SINGLE
Harn SOLO invites Denver artist Abeasity Jones to collaborate on hit single “Ms. Understood”. Recruiting New Orleans producer DJ Yamin for a catchy tune about a relationship gone wrong, the soundtrack serves as an introduction to the rapper’s new album “Sleepy Hollow”.
https://soundcloud.com/reachinghigherpr/harn-solo-ms-understood-feat-abeasity-jonesprod-dj-yamin
BAMBU DE ASIATIC “THE GOOD LIFE”
Atlanta-based emcee Bambu de Asiatic presents the DJ Pocket-directed music video for “The Good Life”, his new Croup-produced single featuring Yamin Semali, Supastition and Simms Serenade. “The Good Life” appears on Family Matters, Bambu’s new album out now also featuring Cappuccino Meeks and Jon Doe, BLKMjkjr, Ugeorge the Emcee, Sum, DT of The Difference Machine, DJ Pocket, DJ Fudge, Binkis Recs, and Audessey of Sound Sci, as well as Ben Hameen, his crewmate in Collective Efforts, which released four albums in the US and two in Japan.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5Cdx7G4hvA
RICHARD LOMAX “WMD”
Woe betide any music critic that tries to keep up with Lomax, his sonic dreams and spasms of surrealist eccentricity: in 2014 he wrote a new song a week, released every seven days. It’s this addicting ingenuity-filled, exploration of human values that makes Richard Lomax’s work so triumphant. Magnificent choruses gather themselves around impeccable vocals, curious choices of instrumentation, and invigorative rhythm. Lyrically, thrilling storytelling meanders between narrative monologue, delivered with deftly-precise, moreish intonation.
A hyper-observant author, Lomax’s ‘Weapons Of Mass Destruction’ pens the struggle of heart vs. head in a swirling display at the confluence of mildly rocking baroque pop and blazing riffs.
MUSIC & COCAINE & REDEMPTION
When it comes to wake-up calls, few speak louder than regaining consciousness in a hospital and finding yourself under arrest.
That’s what happened to Topher Hall in December 2010. Hooked on cocaine and booze, the aspiring singer-songwriter had arranged to meet his dealer in a Cheesecake Factory in Leesburg, Va. While waiting, Hall knocked back several vodkas and, realizing his dealer wasn’t showing up, got in his car and tried to make the 10-mile journey home.
http://nypost.com/2016/03/03/this-musicians-coke-habit-led-him-to-redemption/
#KylieKendall
zak downtown’s “kylie kendall” has over 2.6 million plays on soundcloud… so when he asked Jay xero and Brendan to do a remix, it was a quick “yes”.
WOLKOFF NEW SINGLE
The song is from her debut album Without Shame, which was produced by Icarus Moth, and engineered by the GRAMMY-award winning Ariel Borujow (Kanye West, Madonna, Notorious BIG), and comes out April 15th.
JOSH KELLEY READIES FIRST NEW MUSIC IN FIVE YEARS; INKS NEW LABEL DEAL
People Magazine calls singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Josh Kelley “a genuine talent who brings sincere emotion” to his music, and that statement has never been truer given the environment in which he’s been creating. Kelley has been actively writing, producing, and playing most of the instruments himself for a new endeavor with most of the work taking place in the state-of-the art studio he built off their barn just four miles from his home in Utah, where he lives with his wife, actress Katherine Heigl, and their two children. After a five-year hiatus during which he focused on being a father and husband, the “relaxed baritone” (Associated Press) that brought the smash “Amazing” as well as country hit “Georgia Clay” to airwaves will return with Kelley’s first new music in over five years.
DIGITALISM ANNOUNCE THIRD ALBUM “MIRAGE” PREMIERE TWO NEW TRACKS “UTOPIA” AND “BATTLECRY”
German duo Digitalism made a welcomed return today with the announcement of their third full-length record titled “Mirage.” Pre-order your copy here.
With dashes of disco, French touch, prog rock, rave and hip-hop thrown into an eclectic sound palette that colors “Mirage,” this wonderfully refreshing soundscape drops worldwide on May 13th via Magnetism Recordings/PIAS.
“UTOPIA”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cMHO5U1eY4
“BATTLECRY”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZq_jru-sFM
STURGILL SIMPSON’S A SAILOR’S GUIDE TO EARTH OUT APRIL 15
Sturgill Simpson’s highly anticipated new album A Sailor’s Guide To Earth will be released April 15 on Atlantic Records and is now available for pre-order.
In advance of the release, the first single, “Brace For Impact (Live A Little),” is premiering today and can now be heard at SturgillSimpson.com. An instant download of the single is included with each album pre-order.
http://sturgillsimpson.com/ASGTE/
FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL TWERK DAY
Just two weeks after the highly publicized show at The Dollar Box Showroom was cancelled in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, the Queen of New Orleans Bounce, Big Freedia, rescheduled her performance for Friday, March 25.
Big Freedia, who has performed in Mississippi numerous times, was heartbroken last month when the show was cancelled after State Alcohol Beverage Control warned that Twerking might be in violation of Mississippi codes.
“Thankfully we came to an understanding with the ABC that twerking did not violate any laws in Mississippi,” says Big Freedia. “I can’t wait to turn it up with my fans in Mississippi!” and adds: “To celebrate, I’m making this the First Annual International Twerk Day!”
http://bennysboomboomroom.com/tickets.html
TY OWENS “TRIBUTE”
Marcy Brooklyn’s own Ty Owens pays “Tribute” for all the Lost Ones in new video.
BB DIAMOND “FEELING”
With her debut single ‘Instinct’ receiving support from BBC Introducing, Radio 1, Beats 1 and Radio 1XTRA, and her UK Top 40 vocal feature on ‘Gone Missing’ with Shift K3y added to every national radio station and topping the UK Club Chart, the path to success has been set for the world’s newest popstar, BB Diamond.
A pop force to be reckoned with, BB releases her follow-up track ‘Feeling’, after joining the ranks of some of pop’s finest on the First Access Entertainment roster sitting in great company alongside Zayn, Ellie Goulding, and Rita Ora.
CHEAP TRICK PREMIERE NEW SINGLE/VIDEO
Cheap Trick has set the premiere of their long awaited new single/video, “When I Wake Up Tomorrow,” featured on the legendary power pop collective’s upcoming album, Bang Zoom Crazy…Hello. “When I Wake Up Tomorrow” debuts today exclusively via Rolling Stone. Cheap Trick’s Big Machine Records debut, Bang Zoom Crazy…Hello arrives at last on April 1st.
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/hear-cheap-tricks-moody-bowie-esque-new-single-20160304
OKEECHOBEE MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival is officially underway, with all available tickets for the inaugural event now completely sold out. Festival organizers have requested no one arrive at the site without a previously purchased wristband. There will be no sales at the gates and anyone looking to purchase a ticket will be turned away. Florida’s biggest ever camping festival, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival is happening this weekendjust outside Florida’s magnificent Lake Okeechobee.
Recently named by the New York Times as one of the places “Where Music Lovers Should Go In 2016,” Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival boasts an extraordinary multi-genre bill, with more than 130 artists, bands, and DJs from around the globe performing across six signature stages. Headliners include Kendrick Lamar, Mumford & Sons, and Skrillex, alongside a stunning line-up that also features Robert Plant & The Sensational Space Shifters, Bassnectar, Miguel, Odesza, Big Grams (Big Boi & Phantogram), Mac Miller, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Ween, and many more.
BIG GRAMS TO REVEAL LIVE INTERACTIVE VISUAL EXPERIENCE
Microsoft announces that hip hop trio Big Grams will incorporate Kinect powered visuals into its upcoming live performance at the inaugural Okeechobee Music Festival on March 6, which will feature tracks from the band’s self-titled debut. Custom made by new media and entertainment company V Squared Labs, a dynamic interactive backdrop will use Microsoft Kinect’s motion sensing technology to complement Big Grams’ eclectic and energetic performance.
Vello Virkhaus, CEO & Creative Director of V Squared Labs, says of the project, “The creative idea behind the Big Grams show was to transform the artists’ physical movements into experience visuals. We did this by utilizing Touch Designer and Microsoft’s Kinect technology.”
iLLPHONiCS NEW SINGLE
St. Louis based hip-hop/soul fusion band iLLPHONiCS has unveiled a new single entitled “What D’ Ya Like” (feat. Lena Charlie) – the first track released from their forthcoming album Gone With The Trends, out on April 1st on The Record Machine. The track premiered yesterday exclusively at DJ Booth, who calls it “genre-bending.”
PREMIERE: Genre-bending hip-hop band @iLLPHONiCS shares their latest jam, "What D'Ya Like." https://t.co/WxQRa0hSFi pic.twitter.com/xVf3Rk71Lh
— DJBooth (@DJBooth) March 3, 2016
HOLY WAVE ALBUM STREAM
Originally formed in El Paso, Texas, Holy Wave carefully combines fluid forms of sacred surf sounds, droning riffs, and group vocals that haunt and harmonize in equal measure.
Today, on Consequence of Sound, Holy Wave shares their upcoming album, Freaks of Nurture. Freaks of Nurture will be out March 11 on The Reverberation Appreciation Society.
Stream: Holy Wave’s new album Freaks Of Nurture
SIEGE “YEAH”
Belgian Siege joins the Brobot Records family with the release of his latest single “Yeah,” out now.
Having already seen major support on BBC Radio 1 from the likes of Annie Mac and Danny Howard, Siege’s “Yeah” single consists of two tracks – the title track is marked by a swinging bassline and a chopped up soul sample that gives it a warm, infectious feeling. The Junior Sanchez remix of the original is full of classic tracky US house vibes that is sure to get dance floors from New York to LA and everywhere else in between moving.
https://soundcloud.com/brobot-records/sets/siege-yeah
PHOEBE RYAN PREMIERES NEW SINGLE “CHRONIC”
Phoebe, “a pop singer primed for stardom” as dubbed by Nylon, is currently on the road with Charlie Puth as a supporting act on his ‘Nine Track Mind’ tour, which kicked off just yesterday. The 20-show trek hits numerous major markets across the U.S. including Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Detroit, Boston, New York and more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p07Tfjs2mEM
JORDAN SMITH RELEASES OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR BREAKOUT SINGLE “STAND IN THE LIGHT”
The captivating music video for Jordan Smith’s breakout single, “Stand In The Light”, is out now! The single is included on JORDAN’s much anticipated debut album, Something Beautiful [LightWorkers Media/Republic Records], available March 18th. Throughout the album, his undeniable delivery and instantly recognizable range drives both original songs and cover tracks produced by legends such as Grammy Award winning producer David Foster [Céline Dion, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban] and modern hit maker Stephan Moccio [The Weeknd, Ellie Goulding, Miley Cyrus].
MEGHAN TRAINOR DEBUTS BRAND NEW SINGLE “NO”
Heralding one of 2016’s most eagerly awaited releases, Meghan Trainor’s brand new single “NO” makes its world premiere this morning.
After its radio debut this am on On Air With Ryan Seacrest, the song will be played every hour on the hour today across all iHeart Radio pop formatted stations. This is the very first release from the GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum pop superstar’s mega-anticipated second full-length album, Thank You [Epic Records]— available everywhere on Friday, May 13th, 2016. The album’s online pre-order goes live today and will grant an immediate download of “NO.” Pre-order it HERE.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/thank-you-deluxe/id1089260132
NIGHT GAMES “FAITHLESS”
Faithless is the new single from east London duo Night Games.
The pair (Constance and Paul) have spent the last year burrowed in a studio in Hoxton quietly developing their spacious take on electronic pop. The result of which is highly self-assured aesthetic full of rich, silky textures and slow burning melodies.
In Faithless, vocalist Constance croons “You’ve won me over with lies before, faithless but I come back for more”; a helpless sentiment in drastic contrast to the effortless ambient wash of velvety vocals and dynamic synth loops. It’s this insecurity wrapped within an imperious front that is all too familiar, a sentiment sure to resonate.
NEIGHBORS NEW MUSIC STREAM
Seattle slack-rockers Neighbors have released their new album Very Rare Expensive Jewelry via Malaka Records.
After six years of touring the West Coast and continental United States on top of cycling through five different band members, Seattle indie-rock outfit Neighbors have seen enough shit to pack together one hell of an album. Their latest offering, the forthcoming
Very Rare Expensive Jewelry, is an eight-track journey into the unforgiving depths of stardom and success.
GUNS LOVE STORIES NEW VIDEO
A few days after the single “Predigested Hollywood”, Swiss alternative/rock/post-hardcore outfit Guns Love Stories just unveiled a brand new official music video for the song “Wear Out Your Heart” – shoot by Pipo Thalmann of The Video Wizards Collective – extracted from their new album coming out this spring.
As previously announced :’The beauty of irony’, will see the light on April 8th for CD, LP and digital formats. Pre-orders are opened from now on the band’s webstore.
MA BAKKER NEW SINGLE
Rejected Scripts is filled with imaginitive tales. Every song is a compact story, with subject matters ranging from gleefully crafted nightmarish scenarios to playful commentaries on contemporary literature (and sometimes both!).
The music is built upon funky rhythms, unexpected melodies, rich harmonies and playful arrangements. A sophisticated mixture of pop, jazz, blues and funk influences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGvPd84Gl-c
DEVIL’S HOUND NEW SINGLE
Devil’s Hound is a one-man-project created by Dean Noir – a person’s alter-ego whose real name isn’t important. The project started in 2015 and since then some demos have been released digitally. The raw, lo-fi and somehow atmospheric sound mirrors what humans are: fallible beings. The lyrical concept wanders around lost loves, demons and classic horror films (namely featuring Vincent Price).
Somewhere during 2016, Devil’s Hound will release the EP “A Night With Ingmar Bergman” in which will be presented songs inspired on films created by the iconic Swedish director. For now, the musician anticipates the upcoming release by sharing a song titled “Cries And Whispers”.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVTDmP9AXDU
HASTER NEW SINGLE
American active rock/metal band HASTER has release a brand new lyric video for second single “Substance Low” today.
“Substance Low” comes off HASTER’s new album “The Current Sea”, which came out worldwide on January 29th via Musicarchy Media. The album charted #46 in the Nielsen Soundscan chart in its debut week.
SOPHIE AND THE BOM BOMS UNVEIL NEW VIDEO FOR ‘APPETITE’
Los Angeles geek pop duo Sophie and the Bom Boms are back with a brand new visual for their latest single,’Appetite’. Teaming up with Pancakes and Whiskey for the premiere, the video features popular comedian Eric Dadourian and A LOT of cake.
AMAROUN “BEDBUGS”
Emerging alt-folk artist Amaroun has announced the forthcoming release of her debut single Bedbugs. The Northamptonshire singer songwriter’s first effort is a powerful introduction to her unique sound, shaped by her distinctive mix of cultures and upbringing that was naturally embedded in the alternative scene from a young age.
Drawing influences from the likes of Beck, Eels and Sharon Van Etten, Amaroun’s direction and identify has been very clear from her youth, and an awareness of her sound from a technological and sonic point of view exemplifies the rising star’s undoubted ability.
“HORNETS” BY METACARA
Metacara formed in 2013, and is comprised of singer Kyla Rae and producer Vegas Gold, who cull their mutual influences from jazz, hip-hop, and soul. Gold’s production is reminiscent of Clams Casino and Kanye West, offering huge distorted vocal samples and crisp, rhythmic drums, while Kyla’s overlaying melodies are reminiscent of Sia and Joni Mitchell, featuring relaxed runs and a focus on songwriting.
KONSHEN BUYS WATER FOR FLINT
While in the United Kingdom getting ready to perform to a sold out crowd. Konshens mind was in Flint, Michigan. During a conversation with a good friend it was brought to his attention the devastating happenings in Flint, Michigan. “I haven’t been following really, whats been going on until it was brought to my attention by a good friend of mine” says Konshens.
With no hesitation Konshens responded “WOW so what they need”. Through an initiative of Irie Jam radio station located in Queens, NY, Konshens decided to help.
“I decided to chip in. I think many people making small donations like mine will really make a difference, that’s a method we should employ in Jamaica as well, instead of waiting on one man or a big company to do something. Everybody can chip in small and get things moving,” said Konshens.
http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/Konshens-dives-in-to-help-Michigan_53801
FRONT GATE TICKETS AND DANNY WIMMER PRESENTS ANNOUNCE MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP FOR U.S. FESTIVALS
Front Gate Tickets, North America’s leading festival ticketing platform, has announced a multi-year partnership with Danny Wimmer Presents, a prominent festival production company. The partnership adds nine North American festivals to Front Gate’s roster, including Louder Than Life, Chicago Open Air, Monster Energy Welcome To Rockville, and Monster Energy Aftershock.
“We are excited to begin a partnership with Front Gate Tickets, one of the most innovative and respected names in the ticketing industry. Their ability to handle high-volume festival on-sales and complex ticketing options, while still making the online buying process intuitive and seamless for patrons, is unparalleled,” said Danny Hayes, CEO, Danny Wimmer Presents. “There is no doubt that Front Gate will be an integral part of DWP’s continued growth and enhancement of the festival experience.”
http://dannywimmerpresents.com/
NEEDTOBREATHE BRING TOGETHER STARS FROM MUSIC AND SPORTS FOR THEIR ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Atlantic recording group NEEDTOBREATHE is bringing together celebrity athletes and musicians for their annual charity golf tournament. The NEEDTOBREATHE Classic, now in its fourth year, raises money to benefit the Palmetto Medical Initiative (PMI), a Charleston, South Carolina-based non-profit organization which seeks to bring quality health care to developing countries around the world. This year’s participants include NBA legend Rick Barry, PGA player Russell Henley, NFL receiver Adam Humphries, multiplatinum rock band Switchfoot, singer-songwriter Mat Kearney, and alt-rock group American Authors among others.
“This tournament is literally our favorite couple days of the year! The lineup of celebrities this year is the best we’ve ever had, so we can’t wait to see what kind of money will be raised for this great cause,” explains lead singer Bear Rinehart.
