TRAIN Debuts Single “Call Me Sir”
Known for their countless chart-topping hits, multi-platinum-selling band TRAIN today debuts their much awaited single, “CALL ME SIR” via Columbia Records. Featuring Gym Class Heroes’ Travie McCoy and country singer/songwriter Cam, the song showcases Train’s signature sound with an infectious chorus. The single will be added to Train’s set list during their current co-headline summer tour with Daryl Hall & John Oates. “CALL ME SIR” is a soon-to-be song of the summer and is available across digital service providers.
I:Scintilla unleashes “Carmena Saturna”
After a brief hiatus, Chicago-based Indie Electro-Rock group, I:Scintilla, has broken their silence. The first track from their upcoming album comes with a surreal music video with stunning visuals. “Carmena Saturna” will be available on all streaming services tomorrow May 25 and its video will premiere today via BLACKBOOK.
BLACKBOOK PREMIERE: I:Scintilla’s Hyper-Sensory New Video for ‘Carmena Saturna’
Goo Goo Dolls Announce New Live Album “The Audience is This Way”
Multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated band Goo Goo Dolls today announced The Audience is This Way, a 10-track live album recorded on the band’s recent tours. The Audience is This Way is due for release on July 21, 2018 via Warner Bros. Records and will be physically available as an exclusive limited edition black vinyl at indie-retail stores nationally as part of Record Store Day Crawl. There are only 3,000 copies made of this pressing. The album will also be available for digital download and streaming on August 24.
Tancred releases new single ‘Something Else’
Tancred (aka Jess Abbott), will release her latest album Nightstand on June 1st via Polyvinyl Record Co. But fans eager for another glimpse into the record before then can listen to the new single “Something Else”, out today on all DSPs. “Something Else” follows the “urgent and shimmering” (Stereogum) lead single “Reviews”, and most recently, the song “Queen of New York”, dubbed by The FADER as an “ode to one-night-stands.” Following a tour this spring in support of Julien Baker in the US, Tancred is also excited to announce dates for a North American tour this autumn with The Joy Formidable.
Tuxedo + Zapp band share “Shy” music video
Bonding over a shared love of Chic, Parliament, and the other signs in the greater funk Zodiac, Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One make up Tuxedo.
ICYMI: Jim James on Colbert last night
Last night, Jim James and his band performed “Just A Fool” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. It’s the first track from his soon-to-be-released third solo album, Uniform Distortion.
TIM MCGRAW SPANISH VERSION OF “HUMBLE AND KIND”
Multi Grammy®-winning singer, songwriter, and actor Tim McGraw announced today the world-wide release of a Spanish language version of his hit song “Humble and Kind” called “Nunca Te Olvides de Amar.” The Grammy award winning English version spent multiple weeks at #1 on radio, sales and video charts, earning song of the year awards from the Country Music Association and American Music Association as well as CMT Video of the Year accolades. McGraw’s vision for the song was universal from the outset, and the initial campaign won a coveted Clio Award. The message of the song sparked a social media movement to encourage random acts of kindness.
Chuck Auerbach’s Debut Album, Remember Me, Out June 15th Via Easy Eye Sound
On June 15th, to coincide with Father’s Day, Chuck Auerbach, father of renowned musician and producer Dan Auerbach, will release his debut album, Remember Me, via Easy Eye Sound. The album is a testament to the influence of the music from Auerbach’s youth, and showcases his innate ability to convey the stories of his well-lived life through songs. A collaborative effort with his son Dan Auerbach, who also produced the record, Remember Me features some of Nashville’s finest musicians, including Kenny Vaughn and Dave Roe. Said Dan Auerbach about working with his father on this project: “After getting so much help over the years from my dad I was happy to lend a hand in the making of this record and return the favor.”
Chuck Auerbach Announces A New Album WIth His Son Dan Auerbach, Of The Black Keys
ATLANTIC RECORDS AND BIG YELLOW DOG MUSIC UNITE FOR EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP
Atlantic Records and independent music publishing and artist development company Big Yellow Dog Music have joined forces in an exclusive label partnership. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Big Yellow Dog was founded by Co-owner/CEO Carla Wallace and Co-owner Kerry O’Neil. Over the past two decades, the company’s roster has been recognized with numerous accolades, including four GRAMMY® Awards; 34 #1 songs; four Song of the Year awards from ACM, BMI, and ASCAP; five ASCAP/BMI Pop awards; and many more. This marks Big Yellow Dog’s first label venture.
Kenny Chesney Debuts “Get Along” Video
Kenny Chesney knew why he wanted “Get Along” as the first single from his deeply personal Songs for the Saints, coming July 27. Beyond the feel-good lope to its groove, the message of inclusion instead of rancor resonated in the wake of too much news overload, screaming talking heads and a world seemingly intent on the differences instead of coming together.
He knew, too, there was no better way to show that notion of inclusion in action than through his own No Shoes Nation, a country without borders filled with all kinds of people determined to enjoy the moment. So beyond kicking off his Trip Around The Sun Tour at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, Chesney wanted to capture the fun, friendship, laughter and good times that have been bringing his fans together for years.
Suicide Silence Like You’ve Never Heard Them Before
Suicide Silence is one of the most well known names in the death metal world. The band released their debut record, “The Cleansing,” back in 2007 that catapulted the heavy hitters into the scene. Denver based metalcore band, The Anchor (Manic Kat Records), pays homage to original SS vocalist, Mitch Lucker, in their cover of the track.
FLO RIDA RELEASES NEW VIDEO FOR “SWEET SENSATION”
Atlantic recording artist Flo Rida has released the new video for his most recent single, “Sweet Sensation.” The video follows on the heels of additional single, “Dancer” – the video for which already boasts over 5.7 million views.
G Herbo Shares New Track/Video “Focused” Today
Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, G Herbo released the new Southside-produced track “Focused” today via Machine Entertainment Group/The Orchard. “Focused” is available for streaming/purchase now, watch the Ashani-directed video HERE.
Farao Signs To Western Vinyl, Premieres New Track “The Ghost Ship” Via Stereogum
“‘The Ghost Ship’ is about losing a sense of direction, your fate being driven by something out of your control,” explains Kari Jahnsen, a/k/a Farao. “Seeing the end of a relationship as an empty vessel, floating endlessly and eternally into nothingness.”
TOURNIQUET RELEASES TITLE TRACK LYRIC VIDEO “GAZING AT MEDUSA” FEAT. DEEN CASTRONOVO AND CHRIS POLAND
Metal masters Tourniquet, who’s progressive heavy music has earned the nickname of “Beethoven Meets Frankenstein”, have just released the title track, cover art, and lyric video to their upcoming full length album “Gazing at Medusa” – set for release summer 2018 on the band’s own label, Pathogenic Records.
“It was really cool having Deen on vocals for this track. He just killed it, as he always does. Plus having Chris, one of my favorite guitarists, on lead – kind of put it over the top.” says Tourniquet drummer/songwriter Ted Kirkpatrick.
Field Division Share New Track & Video For “Farthest Moon”
Following the announcement of their debut album Dark Matter Dreams, that’s due for release on June 22nd, 2018 through Bella Union, today Field Division have shared brand new track and the accompanying video for “Farthest Moon”.
Shannon Shaw Premieres Music Video For “Cryin’ My Eyes Out” Via BUST
This morning, Shannon Shaw debuts her new music video for “Cryin’ My Eyes Out” via BUST, who say “Cryin’ My Eyes Out” sounds like it could’ve been recorded yesterday, or half a century ago.” The video, for the third single off Shaw’s forthcoming debut album Shannon In Nashville (June 8, Easy Eye Sound), was directed by Ryan Daniel Browne and features Shaw playing the role of every member of her band.
Cali Cult Heroes Pac Div Share the Seductive, Split-Screen “Gorgeous” Video
Specializing in eccentric lyricism and weaving flows, Cali trio Pac Div commands a sizable cult following. Vibing in a warehouse with three lovely ladies, LIKE, Mibbs, and BeYoung turn on the charm in “Gorgeous,” their new video. Serenading their respective honeys one-by-one, the Los Angeles crew demonstrates their chemistry over a cerebral, Dilla-esque beat courtesy of Esta (of SOULECTION). Premiered by VIBE, “Gorgeous” is a highlight from 1st Baptist, the group’s first new album since 2012’s GMB, and the second video from the album follow “Stoked,” a psychedelic, energetic, and Noisey-premiered clip.
