John Dwyer’s Damaged Bug announces new album ‘Bunker Funk’
The alien globule of Damaged Bug’s errant planet has circled the sun and re-enters our orbit where last year’s Cold Hot Plumbs left off. Urgent falsetto morbidities detail Damaged Bug’s most rhythmically adventurous offering yet, syncopating lush landscapes with moon-shot death rays. Castle Face Records announced the album today, with the album’s first burner “Bog Dash” streaming on Soundcloud. Check out Pitchfork for details.
“Stuck in the Middle” by Los Angeles-based SIDIZEN KING
“Stuck in the Middle” is about that place between exclusivity and friendship that this generation increasingly finds itself in.
The song takes the perspective of a guy who believes the girl he’s seeing wants commitment that he isn’t ready for. As the song progresses, he sheds his “player” persona and realizes that he actually does want exclusivity. The last verse finds him confessing his feelings to her–fully expecting her to reciprocate–when to his surprise, she’s the one who isn’t ready to commit.
John Mayer’s ‘Wave 1’ is Available Now
GRAMMY Award®-winning singer/songwriter JOHN MAYER is releasing the first wave of music from his forthcoming album – The Search for Everything – today, Friday, January 20. Wave One consists of the recently released track, “Love on the Weekend,” as well as three brand new songs, “Moving On and Getting Over,” “Changing,” and “You’re Gonna Live Forever in Me” and is available HERE.
MALKA’s new single ‘Breakout’
The new single is the first taste of her forthcoming album due later this year, and follows from her highly acclaimed 2015 debut Marching To Another Beat. It spawned the single ‘Wonder Why’, which featured in Lauren Laverne’s ‘Best Of 2016’ playlist. She’s been championed across the board at 6Music and has received big Radio 1 support too.
Sonny Alven – ‘Your Touch’ ft. Olivera
After a glowing year as the Nordic Spotify Spotlight Artist of 2016, multi-talented artist Sonny Alven kicks off 2017 with his new single ‘Your Touch’ feat. Olivera. Due for release on the 20th January, ‘Your Touch’ is anticipated to enjoy similar success to Sonny’s Norwegian Grammy-nominated breakthrough original ‘Our Youth’.
The track is led by Olivera’s vocal line, complemented by uplifting chords and a gentle bassline. It follows on from Sonny’s previous summery hit and Hypemachine no. 1 ‘California Girls’.
NUMBER 1 SELLING JACOB SARTORIUS RELEASES THE LAST TEXT EP
Today, top ten iTunes selling artist, Jacob Sartorius, releases his debut project, The Last Text EP. The project is available for purchase at all digital retailers. The Last Text EP contains five new original songs from Jacob including a remix to his hit song “Sweatshirt”, which has over 50 million views on YouTube.
Jacob recently told NPR, “I started in my bedroom with zero followers, and I grew it to something that I didn’t expect with a lot of hard work, I have always wanted to be where I am right now.”
YOUTH IN REVOLT DROP NEW SINGLE “DON’T WAIT FOR ME”
Today, the New Jersey rock outfit Youth in Revoltdropped a brand new track off the album, titled “Don’t Wait For Me.” The song, now available for instant download and streaming, comes shortly after the band announced their highly anticipated debut full-length, The Broken, to be released on February 17, 2017 with Outerloop Records. Musically, “Don’t Wait for Me” is an ultra-catchy and dynamic medley of rock sensibilities, with a heartfelt message to be sent back home from the road.
Nancy Wilson of Heart and Liv Warfield Form New Band ROADCASE ROYALE
Nancy Wilson, one of the founding members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group Heart, has teamed up with former Prince band member and R&B singer Liv Warfield to form a new super group called ROADCASE ROYALE. The sound of ROADCASE ROYALE is muscular rock with some R&B/Blues and in depth ballads thrown in, reflecting the iconic sounds of both their respective bands. ROADCASE ROYALE’S debut song is available to stream now via the band’s Soundcloud page. The song, “Get Loud,” is a ROADCASE ROYALE original, and will debut January 20th immediately following Concert for America: Stand Up, Sing Out!, which will be livestreamed through Facebook. The song will also be featured at the Women’s March on Austin, TX (the largest ever gathering of Texas women) on January 21.
Koria Kitten Riot return with brilliantly light-hearted anthem ‘The Earth Will Spin Around’
Helsinki-based indie rock band Koria Kitten Riot return to the fold with their new album ‘Songs of Hope and Science’ set for release on 27th January via VILD Recordings. Spearheading the record is their hook-laden single ‘The Earth Will Spin Around’.
Influenced by Elliott Smith, Neutral Milk Hotel, and Wilco, the five-piece made up of Antti Reikko, Lasse Toimi, Teemu Vanska, Olli Rahkonen and Eino Anttila, bring us an album infused with a combination of americana, indie rock and psychedelia. Thematically the project intertwines hope and science, ideas brought on by a tumultuous 2016 – both personally for the band members and worldwide.
EMERALD MIND: New Video released: ” Astronaut In Her Space”
Emerald Mind plays a unique mixture of power and progressive metal with one of the most professional female vocalists on the Russian metal scene Svetlana Vysotskaya.
The band released a new video for the song “Astronaut In Her Space” from their second album “Civilization”. This song draws parallels between the depths of the universe and a human mind. One person explores the other one like a spaceship, drifting among the space. Anyway even if you are far from philosophy you can just enjoy powerful riffs, catchy melodies and exceptional vocal of beautiful Svetlana!
Over six years in the making, Plan Three will follow up their 2009 debut album “Screaming our Sins” and 2011 EP “The Signal – Part One” with their much-anticipated sophomore full length “Wish I Was Stormborne” on GAIN Records.
“The road here hasn’t been straight nor without obstacles and that is why we are extra excited. Our fans have shown us loyalty, love and respect for almost a decade and the album will represent the same back to them. It is time, we are finally ready to release this album.”
/Plan Three
Hayden Buchanan ‘Prescription’
Hayden Buchanan is a Sydney based singer, songwriter, musician & producer. His self described style of “Smooth Electronica” had Hayden being called “The Michael Bublé of the Synth-Pop genre” by popcorker.com, following the release of his debut single “Lovers In The Moonlight” in early 2016.
As a solo act, Hayden has dedicated much of 2016 to writing & perfecting his “Smooth Electronica” Style and building a live set and performing throughout Sydney, NSW and now venturing interstate to perform his music.
OUT DECEPTION, NEW SINGLE + LYRIC VIDEO OF ‘NEW DISORDER’
The italian alternative metal band NEW DISORDER, after touring in Russia and Belarus with BREAKDOWN OF SANITY, releases a new single + lyric video, “Deception”, that will be included on the upcoming album also called “Deception”, produced by Agoge Records.
The Heirs Premiering Their Single What You Want on january 27th
Their standalone single, produced by Bram Inscore (Troy Sivan, Beck, Mayer Hawthorne), is an anthemic electro-pop tune that defines The Heirs as the band to watch in 2017. With brightly colored synths and playful vocal harmonies between brother and sister leads Brandon and Savannah Hudson, The Heirs demonstrate an effortlessly cool edge throughout every note. Flawlessly crafting songs steeped in a blend of Œ70s glam rock, Œ80s new wave and post-Œ90s synth-pop, their sound is an elegant blend in its own glossy way, showcasing the bands¹ maturity beyond their years.
KREAM RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR BREAKOUT SINGLE “TAPED UP HEART”
Norwegian brothers KREAM are ready to set the tone for 2017 in a big way. They closed out the last year with their hit single “Taped Up Heart” which brought the pair into the forefront of dance music as one of the most exciting up-and-coming acts of 2016. The Big Beat Records single reached #22 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, has over 38 Million plays and counting on Spotify, charted in the Top 100 tracks streaming Globally and in the U.S and has been on Spotify’s “Today’s Top Hits” for the last three months.
Baba Stiltz ‘Is Everything’ EP
Baba Stiltz-on-Studio Barnhus is an ongoing series of records that both define our label and constitute a sort of independent, freewheeling sidetrack to its narrative. From the tempo-bending noise-house of his 2013 label debut Our Girls to this new Is Everything EP, his eighth original Studio Barnhus release, our buddy Baba has never not amazed us with his unpredictable methods, rigorous work ethic and life-changing trax.
The Pale White release debut single ‘Reaction’
The Pale White release debut single ‘Reaction’ on January 20th through Ignition 45?s.
‘Reaction’, a thumping slice of Josh Homme-infused blues-rock featuring Adam Hope on vocals/guitar, brother Jack on drums and Tom Booth on bass, will not just prick up ears, but no doubt grab the entire industry by the scruff of the neck. Produced by rock stalwart Adrian Bushby (Muse, Foo Fighters), the boys introduction for the world is both intensely melodic and catchy, while packing a mighty bark and bite to match.
Launching New Music from Innovative and Inspiring Women
Olivia May has a story to tell. Years of starts, stops and self-doubt has shaped a voice now ready to empower and inspire those going through similar struggles.
Soundtrap and Allihoopa Partner
Musicians and aspiring musicians just got a boost with easy-to-use online support for their creative endeavors though a partnership between Soundtrap and Allihoopa announced today. Now users of Allihoopa’s music-based social network have access to the Soundtrap collaborative music-making recording studio, where they can turn their creations into full compositions, working with others around the world using the real-time collaboration features built into Soundtrap. Conversely Soundtrap users are directly connected into to Allihoopa’s community of music makers and their open pool of music pieces.
This alliance underscores how Internet-based music-making software has become hugely popular in recent years. Allihoopa’s Take app lets users record vocals while Figure digitally captures beats. With this partnership, anyone in the Allihoopa social network can expand their musical potential to work on any device in any location with a world of artistic peers in Soundtrap. Meanwhile, Soundtrap the award-winning online studio for making professional-sounding music collaboratively and simply, connects with Allihoopa’s network of users. The early seeds of ideas, clips, loops and beats from the Allihoopa apps can be built upon in Soundtrap, with users inviting others to contribute vocals, music, beats or rhythms that can be edited collaboratively as desired in the cloud-based solution. Soundtrap works across iOS, Android, Chromebook, Linux, Mac and Windows operating environments online or via app.
Bearson reveals video for ‘One Step At A Time’
Norwegian DJ/producer Bearson is ready to reveal the official music video for his latest single, ‘One Step At A Time’ featuring upcoming vocalist Natalola.
The colourful video is set atop a giant bed, with a sea of bodies and an array of bed sheets and pillows strewn across it. We follow 2 characters in their attempt to reach each other, with an ensemble cast acting as a human obstacle course. The bold clip also includes aerial and kaleidoscopic shots with Bearson making a cameo. The video was directed by Mac Boucher – who is Grimes’ brother, and is renowned for co-directing music visuals for the songstress.
Ibibio Sound Machine poised to break big with “Give Me a Reason”
oday, Ibibio Sound Machine shared “Give Me a Reason” from their album Uyai, which will be in stores on March 3. The song asks, “Why should girls be denied the right to education, and why should people in general not be free to be who they want to be in their life?” The explosive “hot disco workout” premiered via Entertainment Weekly, which included the band in its feature on 10 New Artists Who Will Rule 2017, saying: “If the United Nations’ General Assembly convened at Studio 54, Ibibio Sound Machine would easily be that night’s headlining act.”
Hear Ibibio Sound Machine’s hot disco workout ‘Give Me a Reason’: EW Premiere
Soulful Singer-Songwriter Saul Rivers Releases Intimate EP
Today, born-and-bred New Yorker Saul Rivers releases his three track EP entitled Couldn’t Do It Alone.
“I had an amazing time making this EP and got the opportunity to work with Steve Addabbo (Suzanne Vega, Shawn Colvin, Bob Dylan) as well as some other inspiring musicians like Steve Holley (Wings) on drums, Dustin Bookatz on bass, and Skip Brevis on keys. Steve also played guitar on the tracks. I think I came into my own on this EP, and established a soulful sound that’s true to me.”
BRITISH ROCK BAND RELEASES NEW TRACK “BETTER OFF WITHOUT YOU”
Today, British rock band Mallory Knox return with “Better Off Without You,” a thunderous new track from their forthcoming studio album Wired, set for release March 10. Wired marks the band’s first album to be released on Columbia Records in the US. Listen to “Better Off Without You” HERE.
VANIC RELEASES “TOO SOON” FT. MATY NOYES TODAY
Canadian DJ / producer Vanic releases “Too Soon” ft. Maty Noyes today at all digital providers via Disruptor Records / Gold’N Retriever / RCA Records (Click Here To Listen). The track was produced by Jesse Hughes (Vanic) and written by Hughes, Bonnie McKee (Katy Perry, Britney Spears), Tommy English (BØRNS, Ladyhawke) and Maty Noyes.
Wynonna Announces Roots & Revival Tour 2017
WYNONNA and her band The Big Noise will bring a highly anticipated new tour to fans across the US. The 2017 “Roots & Revival Tour” will explore the past, present and future of WYNONNA’s extensive 33-year career.
WYNONNA’s live shows are well known not only for the energy of her talented band, but also for the undeniable connection that she has with her audience. The show is part nostalgia, part comedy, and all rich, soulful music featuring WYNONNA’s incomparable vocals.
“My roots are firmly planted in Country music,” says WYNONNA, “But I was given wings, and I’m grateful that my fans have allowed me the freedom to sing the music that I love.”
US Release of Critically Acclaimed Animated Blockbuster Your Name.
Funimation Films will open Makoto Shinkai’s animated blockbuster and global pop culture hit “Your Name.” in North American theaters on April 7, 2017. The film will be released in both English-language Dub as well as the original Japanese-language with English subtitles. The film’s soundtrack and original score was produced and composed by award-winning Japanese rock band RADWIMPS.
“We’re thrilled to be bringing ‘Your Name.’ to theaters across North America and Canada this spring,” said Mike Duboise, COO of Funimation Entertainment. “Based on audience reaction around the world and a week’s worth of sold out screenings during the film’s Oscar qualifying run last December, we expect ‘Your Name.’ to be a hit with North American theatergoers this April.”
WSTR release ‘Red, Green or Inbetween’
Liverpudlian Pop Punks WSTR have at last released their debut album, ‘Red, Green Or Inbetween’ via No Sleep Records. Vocalist Sammy Clifford says of the LP: “It’s mainly a breakup album, however it’s not a ‘fuck you’ album it’s more a ‘mad at myself’ album. The title is based on being stuck in limbo or in the ‘in-between’. Amber is also the name of a significant friend of mine who most of the songs are about, so it’s a pretty sad boy record. It’s all about kicking myself for not stepping up when I had the chance and coasting through life making bad decisions. The artwork is a voodoo doll which is meant to represent me, as I sometimes feel like someone is out to get me with all the bad luck I have.”
Frida Sundemo releases ‘We Are Dreamers’ remix EP
Swedish songstress Frida Sundemo has released a remix EP of her latest single ‘We Are Dreamers’, out now through Cosmos Music. Four Scandinavian producers, including Loney Dear, CLMD, Dominique Tey and David Lillberg, have reworked the new single on the four-track EP.
Loney Dear takes Frida’s uplifting anthem straight to the dancefloor with dark bass rumbles and an irresistible shuffling beat. The euphoric song is then sent into the stratosphere with the touch of CLMD, who enlists huge high-rise EDM synths.
ICYMI: Panic! At The Disco Performs “Death Of A Bachelor” with The Roots
In case you missed it, last night Panic! At The Disco stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to perform “Death Of A Bachelor” with The Roots.
Bahari “Get Together”
Modern-pop trio Bahari release “Get Together,” a remake of The Youngbloods’ 1967 classic. The song is available today for digital download and streaming via all participating digital retailers.
“It was such an inspiring song to the people of its time, and we wanted to bring that to our generation. This is a classic empowering song that’s message is still relevant today and we feel the world needs to hear it.”
DJ MUSTARD PROTÉGÉ ELLA MAI RELEASES NEW VIDEO “LAY UP”
London born songstress, Ella Mai released her new EP, CHANGE, Friday, November 18th and it is available NOW at all digital retailers. Executive produced in its entirety by West Coast hip-hop phenom, DJ Mustard, the project is a heartfelt throwback to ’90s R&B. “I’m a big fan of music from that era,” admits the half Jamaican-half Irish beauty, now officially signed to Mustard’s 10 Summers label. This is the first official release on the 10 Summers and Interscope label partnership.
ENEMY REMAINS Streaming New Album “No Faith In Humanity” in Full
Global Music Award-winning heavy metal group ENEMY REMAINS are thrilled to share their entire new album, No Faith In Humanity, with fans on this day of critical historical relevance. ENEMY REMAINS have crafted an album inspired by the need to wake up, unite and regain faith in ourselves and others during this tumultuous time in our country’s history. The band cites No Faith In Humanity, which hits stores today, as their personal contribution to social awareness.
SCREAM: Legendary DC Hardcore Punk Outfit Issues New Trump Protest Video
As a massive shift in power takes place in the US this week, the members of influential Washington, DC-based hardcore/punk outfit SCREAM have issued a brand new video for a previously-unreleased protest track, “Politics Is Entertainment.” This comes as Southern Lord the impending remixed reissue of the band’s No More Censorship LP.
MUNA RELEASES NEW SONG “CRYING ON THE BATHROOM FLOOR”
Today, MUNA releases new song, “Crying On The Bathroom Floor”, off of their forthcoming debut album About U, which is set for release on February 3, 2017. The song is available exclusively at all streaming providers now.
Ambiere – ‘Tree Of Life’
Hailing from the outskirts of Manchester, Ambiere bring something different to the table with their chilled, ambient vibes displayed in their latest release Tree Of Life.
Fronted by the songwriting partnership of Amber Lane-Mcivor and Jake Blythe, the duo has already drawn comparisons to The XX, creating what they call “fairytale grunge, with a jellybean peanut butter finish”.
“During these next four years, I feel it’s going to be extremely important to support organizations that will stand up to the Trump administration,” says John Nolan, guitarist for alt-rock band TAKING BACK SUNDAY about the incoming Presidential administration headed by Donald J. Trump. Instead of being complacent, Nolan is joining forces with indie label Collective Confusion Records and Hopeless Records’ charity arm Sub City to assemble MUSIC FOR EVERYONE, a compilation of musicians and artists who are equally empowered to take action in this fiery political environment to be released this Spring 2017.
Artists who have committed to donating rare or unreleased music to the compilation include Taking Back Sunday, Anti-Flag, Answering Machine, Baggage, Chris Farren, Potty Mouth, Brendan Kelley, Anthony Green, Frank Iero, Dave Hause, Sleep On It, Jared Hart, Cassino, Dead Heavens featuring Walter Schreifels, Allison Weiss, Brett Newski and more artists to be announced. The cover art was designed and donated by artist David Foarde (Instagram: @DavidFoarde).
LINDY VOPNFJORD RELEASES ANTI-TRUMP SINGLE “DARKNESS IS THE DAY”
Canadian/Icelandic songwriter Lindy Vopnfjörd woke up the morning after the U.S. presidential election and penned his new single, “Darkness Is The Day”, available today to stream + share via Soundcloud.
Of the single, Vopnfjörd stated, “This is a song that was inspired by the U.S. election and the prevailing global political landscape. “Darkness is the Day” was written the morning after the election results came in and it echoes the feelings of many who were shocked by them. Today is Inauguration Day and we should all be wide awake now to what lies ahead.”
Bearson Reveals Official Music Video For “One Step At A Time” Feat. Natalola
Norwegian DJ/producer Bearson is ready to reveal the official music video for his latest single, “One Step At A Time'”featuring upcoming vocalist Natalola.
The colorful video is set atop a giant bed, with a sea of bodies and an array of bed sheets and pillows strewn across it. We follow 2 characters in their attempt to reach each other, with an ensemble cast acting as a human obstacle course. The bold clip also includes aerial and kaleidoscopic shots with Bearson making a cameo. The video was directed by Mac Boucher – who is Grimes’ brother, and is renowned for co-directing music visuals for the songstress.
SOEN Reveals Music Video for Introspective Track “Lucidity”
SOEN – the heavy progressive rock group featuring world-renowned drummer Martin Lopez (formerly of Amon Amarth and Opeth) and the dynamic voice of Joel Ekelöf (Willowtree) – will release their upcoming full-length opus Lykaia on February 3, 2017 via UDR Music. After initially introducing the album to fans with the charging, groovy first single “Sectarian”, SOEN are returning to showcase another side of their sound by premiering the smooth, downtempo prog-rock track “Lucidity”. Listen to “Lucidity” and read commentary from Martin Lopez now, exclusively via Billboard.
TRAEDONYA! Releases Solo Debut Ep to Preorder on Itunes
Prohibition Entertainment in Association with TRAEDONYA!(aka The Bride Of New Funk Hipopera) is excited to announce the preorder for her solo debut Ep 4 Portraits. This is her first official release in over 5 1/2 years.
The 4 Portraits is a multidimensional project tieing together seamlessly music, sports and art. The songs metaphorically represent the 4 iconic sports figures
as paintings. The portraits are Derek Jeter(baseball), Kareem Abdul Jabbar (basketball), Pele(soccer) and Jim Brown(american football).
Wiley – The Godfather Album hits #9 in Album charts
Fourteen years after debuting with the classic white label ‘Eskimo’, the legendary grime figurehead Wiley is set to reaffirm his status as a pioneer of the genre with the January 13th release of his eighth studio album ‘The Godfather’.
As a founding father of grime, Wiley’s mission statement with ‘The Godfather’ album is to deliver the genre’s defining masterpiece at a time when it’s bigger than ever before.
GOLD CASIO Share Electro-Pop Single “Socialites and Singer Types”
Portland, OR based GOLD CASIO have become local legends in the Indie music scene, and now they are about to take over the world. Their new single to hit the streets, “Socialities and Singer Types,” which launched last week, is a glorious first look into the band. Their Electro-Pop sounds are seductive and dance-worthy while the group comes to life on the epic piece.
Eric Bellinger – EBFP: An Acoustic Experience
A respected singer-songwriter with a Grammy Award to his name, Eric Bellinger walks the fine line between street realism and R&B classicism. His most recent project, Eric B For President: Term 1, was a potent fusion of Hip-Hop and R&B, with several guest rappers and some trap-style production. Today, Eric releases EBFP: An Acoustic Experience, a re-interpretation of that EP, stripping down the project’s songs to their bare essence and revealing a core of quality songwriting, silky vocals, and clever lyricism. Accompanied only by acoustic guitar and gorgeous self-harmonies, EBFP: An Acoustic Experience adds additional tenderness to love songs such as “Remind Her” and “One of Them,” and transforms bangers such as “Snappin & Trappin” and “My Check” into lilting, sensual slow jams. Premiered by HipHopDX and featuring guest appearances from RJ, ARoc, and 11:11, EBFP affirms Eric’s position as one of the most talented, versatile artists in the world of R&B.
Sonny Alven “Your Touch” ft. Olivera
After a glowing year as the Nordic Spotify Spotlight Artist of 2016, multi-talented artist Sonny Alven kicks off 2017 with his new single “Your Touch” feat. Olivera. Due for release on the 20th January, “Your Touch” is anticipated to enjoy similar success to Sonny’s Norwegian Grammy-nominated breakthrough original “Our Youth.”
The track is led by Olivera’s vocal line, complemented by uplifting chords and a gentle bassline. It follows on from Sonny’s previous summery hit and Hypemachine no. 1 “California Girls.”
TEDASHII KICKS OFF 2017 WITH THE RELEASE OF NEW SINGLE “FREE”
Hip-hop recording artist, TEDASHII, kicks off 2017 with the release of his brand new single “FREE,” available for purchase and streaming across all DSPs via Reach Records today (January 20). A carefree installment to his decade-long body of work, the record sets the tone for what’s to come from the fearless rapper this year. “This is a song all about freedom,” Tedashii explains, “Freedom of expression artistically and musically and truly, freedom to be myself.”
Grim Streaker Shares Debut Single “Guts” via Stereogum
Grim Streaker is a new project from members of Brooklyn-based bands Dinowalrus, The Teen Age, Belle Mare, and Hiccup. Channeling the punk vibes of bands like Potty Mouth and Savages — along with old-school acts like X-Ray Spex and The Spits — they’ve already played a handful of hometown shows, and recently recorded their first single with producer Mike Kutchman (Parquet Courts, WALL, Sharon Van Etten.)
Jam Master Jay Receives Tribute Turntable Routine
To commemorate what would be the 52nd birthday of late groundbreaking DJ / producer, Jam Master Jay of legendary hip-hop trio Run DMC, his son TJ Mizell has teamed up with turntable artisan Skratch Bastid for a tribute to the legacy of JMJ. The three minute session features both turntablists laying it down on the 1s and 2s in an epic side by side performance. Mixing and sampling classic Run DMC tracks, the celebration of JMJ induces a fond nostalgia for the hay days of the trailblazing hip-hop pioneer.
SINNER SINNERS Confront Alcoholism with New Track “Last Drop”
Classic rock, hardcore and punk-influenced group SINNER SINNERS recently announced the upcoming release of their thirdfull-length album, entitled Optimism Disorder, out March 7, 2017 via Cadavra Records. Optimism Disorder follows 2014’s aggressive Nic Jodoin-produced (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club), XI, but is further influenced by the intensity of early ’80s hardcore fused with an incendiary ’70s goth punk ethos.
Since moving from France several years ago, founding duo Steve and Sam Thill have witnessed the blatant hypocrisies of Hollywood first hand, and a good portion of Optimism Disorder dissects those specific observations, as well as perceptions of society as a whole. While the first track released from the record, “California”, paints a picture of Hollywood “smoke and mirrors”, their newest offering, “Last Drop”, focuses entirely on the passive justifications and eventual guilt of an alcoholic. Listen to “Last Drop”now via PunkNews.org.
An uncommonly wise 19-year-old emcee from South Florida, wifisfuneral developed a massive SoundCloud following with his introspective and cerebral brand of Hip-Hop. Produced with languid synths and prodigious low end by HenryDaher, wifisfuneral chronicles his slow descent into madness on “Lost My Mind,” as he reckons with his newfound success. Featuring an authoritative and thoughtful verse from fellow up-and-coming underground star Kembe X, “Lost My Mind” is indicative of the deeper, more mature perspective wifi earned in the past year. Premiered by Pigeons & Planes on their Beats 1 radio show, “Lost My Mind” is the latest single from When Hell Falls, wifisfuneral’s next project, following the XXL-premiered video for “Antisocial Club” and the FADER-premiered “Luv Me Never.” Released by wifisfuneral’s own Rich Life Records and distributed by EMPIRE, When Hell Falls hits stores on January 27th.
NEW VIDEO: DJ Fresh vs. Diplo feat. R. City, Selah Sue & Craig David ‘Bang Bang’
After selling over 3 million singles and bagging 7 top 10 records in just 5 years, UK bass music legend DJ Fresh has released the video for his new single ‘Bang Bang’ – check it out HERE! ‘Bang Bang’ recruits an all-star cast with a production collaboration from Grammy Award Winning Producer and DJ, Diplo, plus features from U.S. duo R. City, Belgian singer/songwriter Selah Sue and UK icon Craig David, who is currently enjoying a phenomenally successful return.
CRYSTAL CAINES RELEASES NEW SINGLE “FUCKERY” FT A$AP FERG
In honor of Inauguration Day, Harlem rapper & producer Crystal Caines releases her new single “Fuckery” featuring A$AP Ferg. The hard hitting track combines Crystal Caines’ well known lyrical ability with a fast-paced hip-hop tempo. “Fuckery” is taken from Crystal’s upcoming EP, Vertigo and is now available at all digital partners.
Mother Mother Release “Letter” Acoustic Video
Critically lauded alt-rock band Mother Mother are kicking off the new year with the release of a stripped down acoustic video for the track “Letter.” The track, off of their upcoming new studio album No Culture, is now featured as an instant download for fans who pre-order the album. The video is now premiering on Popdust and will be streaming on Mother Mother’s official YouTube channel.
