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Josiah Johnson Shares New Single “False Alarms”, Listen Now
“There were a few big relationships there in the writing of ‘False Alarms,’ but most present on my mind was my friendship with Jon [Russell, of The Head And The Heart],” Johnson explains. “There are waves and waves of love, of creative force, of spark and hard work creating the whole journey; we’re light years from where we met now. I was (and still am) learning to accept how we sometimes have to feel the sting of loss in order to be willing to learn the rough lessons and do the hard work. And I’m thankful to be here now.”
Mike Ruby: “Unapologetic”
Born in Toronto, Mike Ruby moved to NYC at 18 to pursue a career as a jazz musician, then signed to a subsidiary of Universal Music. After a breakup in college, he picked up a guitar and fell in love with writing songs. Mike began playing with synth-pop band St Lucia and while opening for Ellie Goulding realized he wanted to be a pop frontman. His first release in the summer of 2019 broke top 40 radio in Canada, and his original music now has over one million streams.
HOSTIA – To Release New Album This Fall
HOSTIA – Polish grindcore band. The group was established in 2017 in Warsaw. It engages musicians who have been active on the metal scene since the late 1990s. The band presents an openly anti-clerical and anti- religious image, further reinforced by the pseudonyms of the members, which were borrowed directly from the dead Popes: St Sixtus, St Anacletus, St Evaristus and St Xyxtus. The first album titled simply Hostia was released in 2018 by Via Nocturna and incorporates 13 uncompromising tracks both musically and lyrically. The preservation of anonymity and the minimum dosage of information emphasizes the underground attitude of the group. You need nothing more than the music itself.
11E1EVEN GROUP AND LIVE FROM OUT THERE ANNOUNCE – “VIRTUAL SUMMER TOUR SERIES”
11E1even Group and Live From Out There have announced the initial schedule for their new “Virtual Summer Tour Series.” The mission of the summer series is to provide fans with original live music content while recreating various aspects of the concert experience on a digital platform. Today, Live From Out There announced performances by Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Goose, Twiddle, Kitchen Dwellers, Aqueous, and Sunsquabi, with more artists and tours to be announced.
THIS WILL DESTROY YOU To Release Full Vespertine Score June 9th Via Dark Operative
THIS WILL DESTROY YOU will release the long anticipated Vespertine score in its entirety this June via Dark Operative.
Vespertine is the musical score the band composed for Chef Jordan Kahn’s 2-Michelin Star restaurant of the same name. The score originally ran exclusively at the physical site of the restaurant in Culver City, California since its grand opening in late 2017. The program consists of seven pieces specifically written for moments within the building itself (and even the space around and on top of it).
Gavin Haley Releases “2FU” Single + Music Video via Red Bull Records
Out now via Red Bull Records, “2FU” opens up with a voicemail greeting before breaking down into a series of vulnerable confessions from Gavin. An intimate look into his own struggles with drugs and mental health, Gavin reflects on his past life experiences with nimble cadence, sharing his journey through swift lyricism and soulful, melodic production.
lex Releases New Single “All Over Me”
Connecticut born and singer-songwriter lex, has released his new single “All Over Me.” A pop track filled with silky melodies, crisp vocals, and lush production, depicting a plateauing relationship that is only revived through disagreements and chaos.
“All Over Me” tells the story of a tumultuous relationship that has come to its breaking point. Both parties see the relationship deteriorating before their eyes, but somehow find passion when they are in the midst of an argument which makes it difficult to let go. It’s easy to assume this song is based on an experience lex faced first hand, “All Over Me” was actually inspired by an episode of the comedy show “The Office.”
Canadian producer Factor Chandelier shares “Die Tonight”
Western Canada-based prolific producer Factor Chandelier is back with a new full-length album titled ‘First Storm’, dedicated to his son. A culmination of 2 years of touring, collaborative projects, and fatherhood, this record is his most thematically in-depth and sonically expansive project to date. ‘First Storm’ sees Factor merging genres to give his signature production a fresh melodic mood. The album is comprised of new instrumental tracks and vocal features from Factor’s frequent collaborators Ceschi, Myka 9, Kay the Aquanaut, Cadence Weapon, Mestizo, Dope KNife, Onry Ozzborn, Nomad, and Taylor Jade. Factor has gained significant attention for his consistent output of original, thought-provoking music that pushes the envelope of traditional hip-hop. Today he shares the new video for “Die Tonight” feat. Belgium singer Nomad with Glide Magazine. You can listen here.
META Release New Single “On Edge” Out Now with Americano Label
Texas based hip-hop artist Meta is back with a hard hitting deep new single “On Edge,” out now with Americano Label.
Meta comments, “On edge was inspired by Tupac, the hard trap beat allowed me to really experiment with my flow as well as create something that would allow people to Turn up and let loose at my live shows.”
LENNON STELLA & CHARLIE PUTH SHARE “SUMMER FEELINGS” FROM SCOOB! THE ALBUM
Last week, Atlantic Records announced SCOOB! THE ALBUM, the official musical companion to Warner Bros. Pictures and Warner Animation Group’s animated Scooby-Doo action adventure motion picture for the whole family, SCOOB! Today marks the arrival of the album’s feel-good lead single, “Summer Feelings,” by singer-songwriter Lennon Stella Feat. multiple-GRAMMY nominated singer/songwriter/producer Charlie Puth. Produced by Invincible (“I Like It” – Cardi B), “Summer Feelings” is available now –
SIMON & SCHUSTER TO PUBLISH THE GUCCI MANE GUIDE TO GREATNESS ON OCTOBER 13, 2020
Simon & Schuster announced today that it will publish The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness by platinum selling recording artist and New York Times bestselling author Gucci Mane on October 13, 2020.
In this inspiring follow up to his iconic 2017 memoir, The Autobiography of Gucci Mane, Gucci Mane gifts readers with his playbook for living your best life, offering an unprecedented look at his secrets to success, health, wealth, and self-improvement. Packed with stunning photographs, The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness distills the legend’s timeless wisdom into a one-of-a-kind motivational guidebook. Gucci Mane emerged transformed after a turbulent life of violence, crime, and addiction to become a dazzling embodiment of the power of positivity, focus, and hard work. Using examples from his life of unparalleled success, Gucci Mane looks inward and upward to offer his blueprint for greatness. Simon & Schuster Senior Editor Stuart Roberts acquired world, audio and first serial rights from Robert Guinsler of Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc.
UPDATE: AUDIOMACK TO LEAD VIRTUAL PANEL MOVING MUSIC FORWARD – AN INDUSTRY DISCUSSION MAY 11-15
Preeminent artist-first music streaming platform Audiomack will host a groundbreaking five-day virtual panel Moving Music Forward – An Industry Discussion in partnership with hip hop media platform Our Generation Music, today. Audiomack is assembling the top creatives and executives to give insight on the tools and strategies you could use to build the next generation of global superstars.
Viewers may visit the updated Zoom ID or Twitch to watch and participate. – (Zoom ID 988-4577-7466 or twitch.tv/audiomack)
Tomemitsu announces new ‘I’ll Be Alright’ EP on Friends of Friends, out May 29
Out of a bonus bedroom in Echo Park, Martin Tomemitsu crafts dreamy, lofi tunes that run from sleepy and hazy to distorted and shoegazy. Tomemitsu’s early singles “runaway” and “in dreams” have been featured on episodes of the HBO series High Maintenance and the latter has more than five million spins on Spotify. Singles from his debut album Modes have been featured on popular Spotify playlists Boho+Chill and the 2018 cover, “I Shatter” (The Magnetic Fields), was featured on the Lofi-Indie Playlist. Tomemitsu has released multiple sold-out runs of cassettes, a sold-out 12” single with house remix courtesy of Hamburg trio RSS Disco, and was even remixed in one of House legend Solomon’s annual holiday mixes.
6ix9ine Continues to Break Records with “GOOBA”
Tekashi 6ix9ine released his first music in well over a year on Friday, May 8th with “GOOBA,” a single and video that set multiple records and proclaimed the return of one of music’s most polarizing figures.
On YouTube, where “GOOBA” instantly became the Number One trending video on the platform, the clip was the biggest hip-hop debut of all time with 43.55 million views in a 24-hour period, becoming the 8th most viewed debut video ever on YouTube. Now, less than three days after its release, “GOOBA” has surpassed Taylor Swift’s “ME!” and Ariana Grande’s as the fastest video in history to reach 100 Million views on YouTube by an American artist.* “GOOBA” is being distributed globally by Create Music Group.
ALTOSTRATUS BRING YOU “AVOCADO METAL” WITH THEIR RIPE AND HILARIOUS NEW VIDEO
“Persea Americana” (titled after the Latin name for avocado) is the latest release from UK instrumental proggers ALTOSTRATUS. The 7-minute prog-metal masterpiece explores the emotional rollercoaster of an “avocado man” coming to terms with his inevitable death.
SKELETON: Austin, Texas Blackened Metal/Punk Trio To Release Debut LP Via 20 Buck Spin
Ripping forth like a dagger from the flesh of Austin, Texas comes the self-titled debut LP from the Lone Star State’s new wreckers of civilization, SKELETON. Having plied their black-market trade for several years in grime infested underground dungeons and sub-basements, 20 Buck Spin was called forth to issue SKELETON’s first LP, a cataclysmic expansion of the band’s unhallowed vision venturing well beyond its earlier borders.
Hear the newest single from Todd Goldstein’s new project, TG! “Honeybrains”
“Honeybrains” is off the former member of ARMS and Harlem Shakes’ upcoming album Memory Foam, out May 22nd on House of Feelings.
Goldstein says: “On Memory Foam I worked hard to keep the emotional content ambiguous — letting things be open-ended, unsettling, and relatively unsentimental (for me, anyway). “Honeybrains” is the one track where I show my cards. It’s the album’s heart: a long, cool summer drink, a percussion-free dance anthem that feels like a winding sunset walk through the city.”
Berklee Class of 2020 Medley via Peri El and Shirleen Chen
“I graduated this past saturday from Berklee College of Music and curated a music video with Shirleen Chen with 40 of our fellow graduates in hopes that it will bring joy to people during a time when we need it most. Despite having a virtual commencement this year due to the spread of COVID-19, we wanted to unite the Class of 2020 for one of the biggest milestones of our lives. We were inspired by musicians around the world who have created a virtual orchestra while social distancing. Notable collaborators of this project are Michelle Lugo (Instrumental Arranger), Ian Daniel (Vocal Arranger), Megan Chase (Mix Engineer), and Shirleen Chen (Video Editor).” Peri el
Lil Durk Takes a Victory Lap in His Lambo in “Doin Too Much” Video
Effortlessly blending brutal realism with outlandish boasts, Lil Durk sings directly to the streets. Finding the perfect balance between the street life and the rich life, Durk shares “Doin Too Much,” his latest video. Produced by RoseLilah & JW Lucas, “Doin Too Much” is a trap-influenced, bite-sized banger, as Durk works a triplet flow to speak on his reckless lifestyle: “I done did dirt in the streets, I regret it/You ain’t got money, can’t play with your credit.” In the video, Durk takes a joyride in his shiny Lambo, as Jerry Production adds eye-catching visual effects. “Doin Too Much” is the latest video from Just Cause Y’all Made It 2, Durk’s new album, currently sitting at #1 on Apple Music’s all-genre charts.
LIL TJAY RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “ZOO YORK” FEATURING FIVIO FOREIGN AND POP SMOKE
Cup Share ‘Nothing Could Be Wrong’ LP, Album Out Now Via Aagoo Records
Brooklyn-based rockers Cup share their hard and heavy-hitting album Nothing Could Be Wrong, released through Aagoo Records.
In late 2017/early 2018, Cup’s lineup underwent a few changes and aligned into a four-piece, with Wojcik on guitar and vocals, Freddie Wyss on bass, Chad Sardashti on synth and guitar, and Kelsey Chapstick on drums, and for the first time, it was immediately apparent to Wojcik that he had finally found the Cup band. This release, Nothing Could Be Wrong, marks a mutation in the ethos of Cup—a move from a single voice to four dynamic voices, each with an equal say in the writing process and direction of the band. The four entered into that same practice space and surfaced months later with many new pieces and an exciting shift in Cup’s sound. In a way, writing this album felt like starting from square one.
Jamie Alimorad Continues Mental Health Awareness With “Brighter Days” Live Acoustic Video
“Brighter Days” live acoustic video, set for May release, highlights Mental Health Awareness Month as recording artist Jamie Alimorad continues his philanthropic endeavors with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Freja The Dragon’s Debut EP Long Gone Girl Out Now via INGRID
Freja The Dragon is the alter ego of Stockholm singer/songwriter and producer Freja Drakenberg. After graduating from the prestigious Royal College of Music in Stockholm in 2016, Freja began working as an assistant engineer to producer and Peter Bjorn and John and LIV member Björn Yttling (Lykke Li, Chrissie Hynde, Primal Scream). Shortly after, she joined Peter Bjorn and John as a multi-instrumentalist on the band’s Breakin’ Point world tour.
Orions Belte Releases Title Track from New EP ‘600m per Minute’
Norwegian instrumental rock trio Orions Belte delivers bright, beaming music for today’s troubled times. The band, formed in 2016 by Bergen scene veterans Øyvind Blomstrøm (guitar) and Chris Holm (bass) — both also of Sondre Lerche — with drummer Kim Åge Furuhaug, will release the new EP, ‘600m per Minute’, on May 15 via Jansen Records (Aiming for Enrike, Death by Unga Bunga). ‘600m per Minute’ is the follow-up to Orions Belte’s 2018 debut, ‘Mint’, and last year’s imaginative EP, ‘Slim’, which saw the ascending group rework tracks from Ghostface Killah, Milton Nascimento, and Mac Miller while also paying tribute to Norwegian beat group The Pussycats.
GS11 “Bunkin” New Single!
GS11, of the North Carolina based 11 Grooves collective of musicians, is a versatile artist and writer from the city of Magnolia. His interpretation of trap blended with diverse storytelling is deeply influenced by his southern small town roots. As music continues to evolve GSil and the creative team at 11 Grooves including Nado and Wisereli, continue to build a catalog that speaks to his broad audience of followers looking for raw story telling fitting tales of street life vs reality. Gsil is soon to be a name remembered across the landscape of unique entertainers.
L A U X – ‘A Long Way from Love’
Hailing from Wexford, Ireland. LAUX is a self-thought singer-songwriter who through his music, creates raw and unique emotionally connective music. With his last release ‘Rain’ landing LAUX a publishing deal with Sony and securing placement on Netflix, he now feels it’s time to unveil ‘A Long Way from Love’ the second track from his eagerly anticipated debut EP.
THE STRIDERS Step Forward And ‘Out Of The Blues’
The new album Out Of The Blues is Swedish group The Striders debut record. The four piece band delivers a great mix of hard blues rock, catchy guitar riffs and song melodies with a large portion of dramatic and dynamic music. If you love Led Zeppelin, The Who, Slade, Rival Sons and so on, this is the record for you. You can certainly hear the inspiration of those bands but The Striders songs still have their own unique and fresh sound. You’ll never get bored listening to this record as the songs just keep on growing on you. With pride we present to you from Jönköping, Sweden …The Striders.
