GLOSSE ‘We Got Heat’ – New Music
‘We Got Heat’ marks the debut release of electropop troupe GLOSSE. A provocative, brooding track about commitment and fidelity, ‘We Got Heat’ evokes a sense of danger and disobedience from the offset. The song presents itself as a showdown and is a twisted, wry look at the idea of obsession and relationships. It seems the protagonist cannot resist someone they know is harmful. There’s a sense of addiction to the excessive, hedonistic love they share; with calls for “fire” and “glamour” and the yearning admission that “what I need is what you give”.
LYLA FOY debuts first single
From Lyla….
This is Far Behind You, the first single from my new record. It’s about chasing a dream that never happens: an ode to that mission. If creative frustration makes you feel trapped or tiny – keep chasing – or at least write about it.
After finishing the track, I wanted to see if I could get another voice in there with mine, ideally that of Jonathan Donahue from Mercury Rev. I managed to get an introduction via email and very quickly he replied complimenting me on the song and agreeing to get in the driver’s seat to record his parts. There was nothing about the way he sung my words that emulated me, it simply became him.
Patrick Wimberly (Chairlift, Solange, MGMT) mixed the single and completely brought it to life with a whole new intensity.
So here’s this weird little pop song. Hope you like it!
The King’s Parade release ‘The Look’ video
The King’s Parade have today released the tongue-in-cheek video for their latest single ‘The Look’. The song is taken from their brand new EP Woman out now.
Thrice Signs to Epitaph
Epitaph Records is thrilled to announce that Thrice has joined its roster. Formed in 1998, the Orange County-based four-piece is widely regarded as one of the most innovative rock bands of their generation.
“We grew up listening to and being inspired by Epitaph bands, and have always admired and respected the label’s independent spirit and ethics,” said the band in a statement. “To finally be a part of the family there is an absolute honor, and we couldn’t be more excited about our future with them.”
Hand In Hive’s Saltwater Sun share raucous new single ‘Hot Mess’
Reading’s guitar pop maestros Saltwater Sun share exhilarating new cut Hot Mess, providing another example of their limitless potential and firmly re-positioning the quintet at the heart of the indie landscape.
IDLES announce second LP “Joy As An Act Of Resistance.”
Bristol 5-piece IDLES (“the UK’s best punk band” – The Guardian) have confirmed details for their anticipated second LP – ‘Joy as an Act of Resistance.’ will be out August 31st via Partisan Records. IDLES have also shared the album’s first single, a pro-immigration anthem entitled “Danny Nedelko,” which takes its name from one of the band’s close friends (and Ukrainian immigrant). The song is accompanied by a self-directed video that features Danny himself, listen/watch HERE.
Tel Aviv’s Noga Erez Shares Video for New Single “Bad Habits”
“Bad Habits” is Erez’s first release of the year, following her debut album Off The Radar, released in June 2017 via City Slang to high acclaim from outlets including The New York Times, NPR Music, Noisey, NME, Stereogum, Jezebel, The Observer, and i-D, among others. 2017 also saw Noga Erez touring with Sylvan Esso and playing standout sets at SXSW, Pitchfork Paris Avant-Garde, The Great Escape, Convergence, Primavera, Roskilde, and Siren, in addition to her own album release shows.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Announces Remaining 2018 Dates for Two-Year Farewell Tour
Earlier this year Southern Rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd announced that after a career that has spanned more than 40 years and includes a catalog of more than 60 albums with more than 30 million units sold, they would embark on their Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the career-concluding two-year farewell tour will have logged over 50 stops by the end of 2018.
The first leg of dates this year kicked off Friday, May 4 in West Palm Beach, FL at the Coral Sky Amphitheatre. The South Florida Insider said of opening night, “…this was a kick ass rock concert that delivered all the energy, feel, and attitude that you’d ever want and/or need from a rock band. It was lit!”
FRE$H ft. Wiz Khalifa “Paul Masson”
Fre$h links with Wiz Khalifa for the XL and Chase Millie produced “Paul Masson”. With the artist formerly known as Short Dawg just a few weeks removed from his March Madness 4 mixtape, Fre$h returns with new music. Here, the TRU member of 2 Chainz’ Atlanta label calls up Wiz Khalifa for his new single and enticing visuals.
BUZZING UK ARTIST SAMM HENSHAW RELEASES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “HOW DOES IT FEEL?”
“Samm’s the British soul singer we deserve. Sorry Sam Smith.” – THE GUARDIAN
Introducing Tomberlin + Watch “Self-Help” video now
Tomberlin, the Louisville based artist, has shared a video for “Self-Help,” the lead single from her deeply moving Saddle Creek debut album, At Weddings. Stereogum, who premiered the video today, profiled Tomberlin and named her an Artist To Watch, describing her music as being “made from the barest of bones, looping guitar lines and plinking keys and her silvery voice, that together create a kind of hymnal stillness.” At Weddings is available for pre-order and due out 10th August via Saddle Creek.
video: SUBSTANCE ABUSE, “BRIDGES”
“Subz came up with the idea for ‘Bridges’ because he felt we needed to do a song about unity in these increasingly divisive times we’re in,” Eso says. “We couldn’t think of a better emcee than Aceyalone to bring on board, as he has a special talent for creating dope songs built off of a single metaphor. Our goal was to create something in the tradition of our heroes The Native Tongues, a track that was jazzy, positive, and upbeat but with a message that the modern audiences could relate to.”
“On&On&On” by Will EsCargo
“On&On&On” by Will EsCargo is a sensual rap song empowering girls and women. It is also about trying to make it in the music industry. EsCargo incorporates clever bars over a loop (hence “on and on and on”). There are also a couple of vinyl stops and restarts in the song.
Ruel Releases “Younger” From Forthcoming EP “Ready” Out June 15
Following the debut of his official video for “Dazed & Confused,” which had PAPER Magazine praising it for its “million-dollar chorus” and “slow-burning beat sure to lodge itself in your prefrontal cortex,” and TIME Magazine drawing comparisons “in the vein of Purpose-era Justin Bieber’s most mature and earworm-ready hits,” adding “Dazed and Confused” stands apart by drawing on blues and R&B for added depth,” Ruel has followed up today with another soul-pop-gem titled “Younger” – out today.
