EROS AND THE ESCHATON PREMIERE NEW SINGLE “CRY”
Eros and the Eschaton has premiered a second single, “Cry”, from their upcoming sophomore album, Weight Of Matter, via Stereogum prior to the album’s arrival August 19 on Bar/None Records, and in advance of their performance this Saturday night, July 30 at the Underground Music Showcase in Denver. A cover of the Churchill Kohlman classic, made popular by Johnny Ray, then Lynn (“I Never Promised You A Rose Garden”) Anderson, guitarist/co-vocalist Kate Perdoni stated, “We’ve been on a kick lately, recording old, faithful tunes in a new way. The Casio-drum beat and guitar sludge is a fun-to-play re-imagining of a time-tested country standard.”
PARTYNEXTDOOR TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM P3 ON AUGUST 12
Last week, OVO Sound’s PARTYNEXTDOOR announced his new album P3 and dropped his next single, “Not Nice.”
YUNA PERFORMS “USED TO LOVE ME” ON LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
On Monday, Malaysian singer-songwriter, Yuna, performed “Used To Love” from her recently released album, Chapters, on Late Night With Seth Meyers. Yuna’s mesmerizing performance can be watched online here.
The Spiders are excited to release their new single “Election Day”. This song is about the upcoming 2016 Presidential Election and all the rhetoric and overall angst that so many feel about their choices for the top office in our country. Most importantly, its about getting out there and voting for what you believe in, and we as citizens of the USA do have a voice and we need you use it.
FRASER EDWARDS PREMIERES “MENTALIST BRIGADE” VIDEO
British power metaller guitarist Fraser Edwards, who is known for his work with Ascension and the children’s rock band Sharky Sharky, has revealed the video for “Mentalist Brigade”, the first advance from the band’s debut album “I Am God”.
With the YouTube sensation Per Fredrik ”Pellek” Åsly on vocal duties, this project which was named after its founder, FRASER EDWARDS, is on its way to become a power metal supergroup!
NPR’S “MORNING EDITION” FEATURES THE STRUTS
NPR’s “Weekend Edition” features U.K. rockers The Struts, hailing, “The Struts want to make rock fun again.” Listen to frontman Luke Spiller discuss the band’s debut album Everybody Wants as well as their influences and more.
OUTSIDE LANDS ANNOUNCES THE GASTROMAGIC LINEUP
GastroMagic invites fans to suspend their sense of reality and normalcy while stepping into a fantastic party. Located in the wooded wonderland that is McLaren Pass and neighboring BaconLand, the audience will find breakdancing and breakdowns, local comedians roasting Bay Area hipsters, food waste turning into culinary alchemy, a DJ set by Jillionaire from Major Lazer, a performance by Big Boi, a set devoted to The Police from members of Ra Ra Riot’s alter ego cover band, A Humiliating Kick in the Crotch, and a Prince tribute. Culinary stars to look for from the Bay Area and beyond include Chris Cosentino, who will play host for all performances as “Master of Culinary Wonder,” Stephanie Izard, Melissa King, Matt Jennings, Jon Shook, Vinny Dotolo, and Stuart Brioza while hot local eateries joining the lineup include Humphry Slocombe, Bar Tartine, Namu Gaji, Woodhouse Fish Co., Guittard Chocolate, and Belcampo Meat Co.
DENY THE CROSS: ‘Alpha Ghoul’ Full-Length From Powerviolence Supergroup Streaming
DENY THE CROSS, the lethal powerviolence alliance uniting current and past members of Spazz, Black Army Jacket, Agents Of Satan, Municipal Waste, and Discordance Axis, will drop their ravaging Alpha Ghoul full-length this Friday via Tankcrimes.
CMT PREMIERES REVIVER RECORDS ARTIST MICHAEL TYLER’S “CRAZY LAST NIGHT”
Reviver Records recording artist Michael Tyler is attracting legions of fans with his smooth vocals and now he’s providing a glimpse of his Missouri roots in a CMT premiere of his debut single “CRAZY LAST NIGHT,” available now through digital retailers. Watch the CMT exclusive premiere of “Crazy Last Night.”
“CRAZY LAST NIGHT” was recently selected as one of Billboard’s Country Songs of the Summer Picks and is currently playing on country radio. Tyler, already a No. 1 songwriter, co-penned Dierks Bentley’s two-week No. 1 smash “Somewhere on a Beach.”
WBA Entertainment signs newest name in country music RYAN DANIEL
The newest name in Nashville country music, Ryan Daniel, has signed a management contract with heavy hitting agency, WBA Entertainment. WBA owner, Robert Williams, and Whitney Crabtree will serve as Ryan Daniel’s management team out of their Nashville based office.
During his nine and half year stint in the United States Air Force AMMO troop, Ryan was selected for an elite musical group, Tops in Blue. With this group, Ryan was able to showcase his smooth vocals in twenty different countries, for over 250,000 troops and civilians alike!
New Single from Elijah Noll
Elijah Noll’s brand of electronic-tinged R&B has caught the ear of everyone from NYLON to Nerdist to Live Nation’s Ones To Watch. He masterfully balances the ethereal with the bold. Through a wide array of timeless pop influences, he has crafted a sound that is equal parts smooth ambiance, hard hitting beats and raw vocals. The resulting soundscape coupled with a knack for infectious hooks has culminated in a distinctly modern collection of golen R&B burners.
BEHIND THE FALLEN SIGN TO EMP LABEL GROUP
OC Hard Rockers BEHIND THE FALLEN have signed a deal with EMP LABEL GROUP who will release their debut LP AS THE SKY FALLS THROUGH on October 28th. The full-length offering will feature promo single “Satellite”, which has already been released with a lyric video that has already generated over 50,000 views, the bands 2013 single “You’re Just a Friend”, and “Reflections” a collaboration featuring The Word Alive vocalist Telle Smith.
Four Star Riot Release “Empty Space”
Arguably their most energetic track yet, Four Star Riot graces the world with their latest single “Empty Space.” The track is the second single released off their album Waves.
“Empty Space,” exudes powerful pop while maintaining the Tampa Bay Natives straightforward rock sound. It’s about adulthood, chasing dreams, falling in love and reaching goals, but finding something in the way of total satisfaction or perfection. The flaw that’s in the way of fruition, or the doubt that’s in between trust. The lyrics embrace the idea that you can be holding hands with someone but not truly touching because of the space between your molecules, and those molecules are made of atoms which are mostly empty space themselves. Nothing ever touches but we still try to get close.
Indie Pop Band Fictionist’s New EP on Skope
Free Spirit EP, which just premiered on Pure Volume, features fun yet stirring tunes like voice of the generation single “Free Spirit,” which has gotten over 100k spins on Spotify. The EP comes out on Friday, July 29th, on Harbour / Caroline Records.
ENTER SHIKARI Release “THE MINDSWEEP TOUR – DOCUMENTARY”
UK genre-defying four-piece Enter Shikari have announced their first ever visit to Mexico, as part of 2016’s KnotFest weekend. The band will open the Main Stage on Sunday, October 16, performing alongside previously announced artists such as Deftones, The Offpring and, of course, Slipknot.
Enter Shikari frontman Rou Reynolds had this to say:
“We can’t wait to finally play Mexico. Over the years we’ve met so many people who’ve traveled to see us around the world from there, and it’s always felt that there is such a genuine passion for our music in there and we’ve never been able to experience it. I’m sorry it’s taken so long but hopefully with this will be just the beginning.”
CJ Hooper ‘Need To Know’
Here’s the latest offering from a truly talented songsmith, ‘Need To Know’ is a classic track from CJ Hooper, reminiscent of the singer-songwriter heyday of the 70’s!
The new single mixes elements of John Lennon’s take on Pop-Rock with CJ Hooper’s own lush harmonies and thoughtful lyrics. Piano accompanies a delicate acoustic guitar, guiding the slow build of the track through reflective verses into a captivating chorus bound to absorb the listener.
Losers premiere new single ‘This Is A War’
Losers have shared the first new single ‘This Is A War’ with Visions. The single comes from the bands forthcoming new album ‘How To Ruin Other People’s Futures’.
9MW unleashed new single “The Rapture”
About two years after a very well-received EP, French alternative-rock/stoner-pop/fuzzy-blues power-trio 9 MW (aka Nine Million Witches) is about to release its debut full-length album called ‘The Rapture’ on October 11th (Deluxe CD/Digital) through Dirty Motel Records (the band’s own imprint) & TFT Label/Radar Musique (Bow Low, The Slaughterhouse Brothers…).
FUTURE ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE WEEK LONG “FUTURE HIVE”
Billboard chart-topping rap star, FUTURE, has just announced exclusively with WWD his official east coast merchandise pop-up shop – a limited edition shopping oasis assumedly named “Future Hive” in partnership with online social shopping site, Fancy.com. The ultra-stylish boutique shop will be open for business from August 2nd – August 8th, tucked within the heart of New York’s SoHo district at 76 Wooster Street New York, NY 10012. The Future Hive will feature the latest collection from Future’s respective clothing line, “FreeBandz Clothing,” as well as affiliated streetwear and lifestyle brand, “Cease & Desist.” In addition to those cultural namesakes, the Future Hive will be offering exclusive peaks at the latest collaborative collections from both John Varvatos and Moreca.
JOSIENNE CLARKE AND BEN WALKER Listen to First Album Track “The Waning Crescent”
British duo Josienne Clarke & Ben Walker will release their debut album for Rough Trade, ‘Overnight,’ on October 14th, 2016. They’ll also be playing their first run of North American tour dates in September, starting in Boston on Sept 7, and continuing with two NYC shows, as well as Philly, Chicago, Minneapolis, Bloomington Indiana’s Lotus Festival, and more.
Produced by Clarke and Walker, ‘Overnight’ follows up their Rough Trade debut, the ‘Through The Clouds’ EP, released earlier this year and praised by Stereogum as “magnificent.”
On Monday, AURORA mesmerized Howard Stern with an interview, as well as a performance of her stunning version of David Bowie’s “Life On Mars”. After the forty-minute interview, Stern tweeted “I think I want her on the show once a week.”
Flying Ibex unleash new psych indie single ‘Away
Flying Ibex unleash their new single ‘Away From My Mind’, a trim slice of psych infused rhythmic indie-pop.
From their beginnings as the house band for a commune of artists in south London, improvising to silent films and theatre pieces, Best Laid Plans’ new signing Flying Ibex have progressed through a sea of influences including African cassette tapes, tropical rhythms and experimentation with all manner of old analogue gear. The band emerged at the end of 2012 with their debut album ‘Travel in Dangerous Places’, centred around songwriter Barnaby Keen.
Watch Autolux perform “Brainwasher” off their excellent album Pussy’s Dead on Conan. The album, out now via 30th Century Records, received acclaim from Pitchfork, Interview Magazine, Stereogum, NYLON and more. See them live at Lollapalooza tomorrow and check the performance below.
Nashville indie-rock band PHIN has returned with its latest single, “You’re Saving Me.” Substream Magazine premiered the track calling it a, “…huge indie rock single,” adding that PHIN has released the song”…to resurface in a big way…” The single will be available at all digital stores on Friday, July 29, but in the meantime fans can stream “You’re Saving Me” at SoundCloud.
Hell Camino Release Official Music Video for “Vertigo”
Arkansas based Stoner/Doom trio Hell Camino have released the Official Video for “Vertigo” off their album Orange Lily. Shot and directed by Joe Lane of Anointed Media, “Vertigo” premiered on Metal Underground. Orange Lily is currently available for download through Official Hell Camino as well as Chrome Mountain Records, physical copies of the CD are currently in duplication.
Oakland, California-based VOID OMNIA has released their debut album, Dying Light, through Vendetta Records, with a vinyl pressing of the record now in motion for release in the coming weeks. Demanding your attention for every minute, the band has spawned a cosmic, explosive black metal album with the intensity of a supernova.
Atlanta-based songwriter/producer Kydd Jones premieres his new record “M.I.A.” (assisted by producer Y2 JJ from Austin, TX) off his new mixtape “GR33D” which will feature Kirko Bangz & Tory Lanez among others. Kydd performed last year at the inaugural Billboard Hot 100 Fest in New York (opening up for acts like Nicki Minaj, Skrillex & Justin Bieber) and will be performing in Atlanta, Georgia on July 31st, 2016 at Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood for the Art Of Rap Tour (powered by Swisher Sweets) alongside acts like Public Enemy, Naughty By Nature, Ice-T, EPMD, Mobb Deep & more.
PUBLIC ACCESS T.V. SHARE ALBUM DETAILS FOR DEBUT ALBUM + VIDEO
Public Access T.V. is excited to share “Sudden Emotion” off forthcoming album Never Enough, out September 30, 2016 on Cinematic. The garage band successfully nabbed the attention of NME early on, with the outlet singing their praises after uploading just one song to SoundCloud. The quartet was declared “New York City’s hottest new band” by the extremely influential outlet. Check out the video and track here.
Adam Green Debuts “Me From Far Away” Video Via NOISEY
Today, renowned musician and filmmaker Adam Green debuts his video for “Me From Far Away” via NOISEY. The track comes from his Adam Green’s Aladdin project – a hyper-sensory, poetic and humorously subversive take on the classic Arabian Nights tale, written and directed by Green. The movie features a brand new soundtrack album composed and recorded by Green. I
The new BETRAYING THE MARTYRS vidéo “The Great Disillusion”
The new BETRAYING THE MARTYRS video “The Great Disillusion”comes out today ! We remind you that this song and first single is taken from their next album which will release next september .
Platinum-selling British singer-songwriter Rumer has announced the release of her new and fourth album THIS GIRL’S IN LOVE: A BACHARACH AND DAVID SONGBOOK through East West / Warner Music on October 21. The album features some of Burt Bacharach and Hal David’s most memorable co-compositions and sees Rumer bring her extensive experience and singular talent to bear on her most enticing undertaking to date. Recorded at the renowned Capitol Studios with accomplished arranger, composer and orchestrator, Rob Shirakbari – THIS GIRL’S IN LOVE includes an appearance by Bacharach himself on piano. To mark the news, Rumer has shared a first track “(They Long To Be) Close To You,” with live plans to be announced shortly.
When done honestly, rock ‘n’ roll can stick with you for a lifetime. It rides shotgun for the whole way, soundtracking those big moments and memories. Once you hear a Citizen Zero song, you remember it.
The Detroit rock outfit—Josh LeMay [vocals], Sammy Boller [lead guitar], John Dudley [drums], and Sam Collins [bass]—deliver arena-size anthems fueled by intricate musicianship on their full-length debut album, State of Mind [Wind-up Records]. Striking a balance between edgy grunge attitude a la Stone Temple Pilots and bluesy alternative expanse reminiscent of Kings of Leon, their knack for a hook immediately resonated with a growing national fan base
YUNG JUKO “LEARN FROM THE STREETS”
Yung Juko’s story practically writes itself. His now manager was hounded to listen to “Trust Nobody” for 6 months before he relented. He was instantly hooked. This 21 year old singer/songwriter from Lafaytette, LA can sing. He decided to back him. Trouble was, they were met not only with a great deal of resistance in the beginning, but absolute ridicule. You see, Juko was diagnosed was Spina Bifida as an infant; a spinal deformity that causes a curvature of the spine and affects both one’s height and gait.
Risa Rubin Premieres “Cry Longer” Via Impose
“Jewish Unicorn” is a video album conceived by harpist and musician Risa Rubin. The album explores the regret of a soul choosing to come back down to earth, the uncertainty of the future, being present, walking into anger, the disconnected relationship between the artist and her twin brother, the longing for a person you know you will never see again, and the bad qualities that prohibit her from being a truly good person. The videos, in addition, help portray these ideas in an honest, self-aware, relatable, and sometimes humorous manner.
Darren Barrett’s Trumpet Vibes pays tribute to “The Music of Amy Winehouse”
Trumpeter Darren Barrett, winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition, was flipping through cable television channels while taking a break from a recording session when he stumbled upon a live concert by Amy Winehouse. He had heard the buzz about the unconventional British artist, but hadn’t heard any of her music until that moment. The musician of Jamaican descent with a proclivity for incorporating reggae into his neo-bop jazz recordings was instantly struck by the way the rhythm & soul singer-songwriter infused reggae into her throwback tracks.
“I was surprised to discover that the majority of her concert consisted of performing music mirroring the spirit-liberating sound of reggae music. Damn! Amy was laying the music down like one of the ‘old heads.’ She immediately gained much respect from me and I soon became a fan and a loyal follower of her fast-moving musical career,” Barrett recalled about his 2008 discovery and the inspiration for his eighth album, “The Music of Amy Winehouse,” which will be released August 26 on the dB Music label.
WIFE is the solo electronic music project of multi-instrumentalist producer and singer James Kelly, also known as the creator behind acclaimed post-black metal band ALTAR OF PLAGUES.
Debuting with the “Stoic” EP in 2012, WIFE would immediately sign with respected label Tri-Angle Records (The Haxan Cloak, Evian Christ, Clams Casino etc.) for his debut LP “What’s Between” in 2014 (which was co-produced by The Haxan Cloak respectively).
ROLLING STONE PREMIERES VIDEO OF SLIGHTLY STOOPID WITH BOB WEIR
Today, Rolling Stone Magazine premiered a live video of Slightly Stoopid performing the Grateful Dead’s “Franklin’s Tower” with the support of special guests Bob Weir and Karl Denson. The track was originally performed during the Live from Roberto’s webcast at Weir’s Tamalpais Research Institute Studios in San Rafael, California earlier this year. Watch the “lively performance” (Rolling Stone) that Weir calls “good clean American FUN!”
Crow Moses’ “Different Man” Video
Chicago-based artist Crow Moses released his latest album Nightshades earlier this year which was produced by Wilco’s Pat Sansone. In the following months since the single, “Different Man” was released, Crow Moses was hard at work writing and directing the music video which premieres on Culture Collide today.
Toronto’s Vomitface share their newest single
Jared Micah (vocals/guitar) and Preetma Singh (drums) found themselves trapped in their Jersey City, NJ, home during Hurricane Sandy. Drawing inspiration from their depressing surroundings and a shelf full of equally depressing records – Slint, Shellac, and Babes in Toyland, to name a few – Micah and Singh decided they had nothing better to do than to write loud songs. Those songs eventually became a band that they decided to call Vomitface, despite several industry professionals subsequently telling them that was a bad idea.
BELLRINGER Debuts “Cowboy Fight” Single
The first single to be released from Jettison, the impending new LP from Austin-based BELLRINGER, is now playing through an exclusive premiere at Revolver Magazine.
BODY OF LIGHT STREAMS DEBUT LP
Formed roughly 5 years ago in the wasted sands of Tempe, Arizona, electronic dance faction Body of Light have proven to be a teeming creative force within the present-day electronic landscape. From the archaic drones and abstract measurements of their earliest collections, to their prodigious cinematic pop ballads and darkwave compositions, the two brothers, Alex and Andrew Jarson, are no strangers when it comes to blurring the compositional lines that confine underground music.
Ashley Miers Inspires Hope with Sophomore Album Release
Singer/songwriter Ashley Miers officially releases her sophomore album Seeing Stars (digitally distributed but not promoted in 2014), which incorporates synthy pop elements with acoustic guitar and piano to create songs that are heartfelt and introspective. She continues to write songs that inspire hope and resonate with individuals who face painful challenges in life.
Ashley’s writing focuses on spiritual and cerebral themes, and the songs communicate a message of hope and healing around issues such as depression/mental health, addiction, and loss – of self-esteem, of love and support, and of the inevitable passing of time. Her songs travail the ups and downs of life that we all endure and grow from. At the same time, this album explores themes of connection and human support – the comfort and encouragement that these indispensable aspects of being social creatures inspire. The songs also express a profound sense of trust in the universe and an acceptance of forces beyond our control.
