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New single “Tequila Sunrise” available now – Hollow Graves
This EP comes off the back of several months of live shows and working on new material in our live room last year. We self produced “Tequila Sunrise” during the first couple months of 2020, when we spent time in the studio with our long time friend and recording engineer, Logan Trearty.
Paper Idol Shares “Ready For Love” Video Via American Songwriter, New EP Out This Friday Via Lowly
Paper Idol has shared the video “Ready For Love” off of upcoming EP Money For Flowers. The video was premiered with American Songwriter. “On “Ready For Love” KG initially wanted something that would play well in the lobby of a ritzy hotel, but what was crafted is layered in iridescent, pop melodies and dancehall thumps that are too cool for school. I mean, what muzak-laden hotel would want to play that?” praised American Songwriter.
Old 97’s Return With New Album “Twelfth”
Old 97’s, the iconic alt-country outfit fronted by Rhett Miller, is returning with their twelfth album, the aptly titled Twelfth, to be released on August 21 on ATO Records. Twenty-seven years in, Old 97’s still features its original lineup – Miller, guitarist Ken Bethea, bassist Murry Hammond, and drummer Philip Peeples – and Twelfth is a testament to the band’s staying power. The album’s cover image of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach is both an homage to Miller’s childhood hero and a recognition that, in making their livings as musicians, the 97’s themselves have achieved their lifelong dreams.
Old 97’s’ Rhett Miller Wrote Killer Drinking Songs. Now He’s Sober and Still at the Top of His Game
Gab De La Vega Releases New Album “Beyond Space And Time”
“Beyond Space And Time” is the new full length by Gab De La Vega, a multifaceted singer-songwriter who, from his experience in the hardcore punk world, has been able to explore and follow a new path, with hints of modern folk and increasingly present features of alternative rock.
Maverick Pop-Rock Troubadour Tom Fuller Releases New Single “Waterfall”
Ahead of the July 10 release of his brilliant new album, Waterfall (Redcap Records), Chicago-based maverick pop-rock troubadour Tom Fuller has just issued the disc’s rousing and anthemic title track through Sony/The Orchard.
Brimming with widescreen hooks and rapturous vocals, it’s a heartfelt, sumptuous and compelling experience that is sure to score an emotional bulls-eye with listeners who will marvel at how it also expertly encapsulates four decades of classic rock in one vital, contemporary and uplifting package.
MOMMA SHARE VIDEO FOR “DERBY”
LA’s Momma—a four-piece led by co-singers/guitarists/songwriters Etta Friedman and Allegra Weingarten—today shared the video for “Derby,” a standout, guitar-driven track off the band’s new album Two of Me out now via Danger Collective Records. Directors Matthew James-Wilson and Julia Shapiro explain their process: “We created this video by collaging different 2D and 3D animation techniques. We wanted its style to match that of the Two of Me album cover, by using torn xerox sheets, figurines, and construction paper. The song tells the story of a fixed horse race that takes place in the album’s alternate reality, The Bug House, so we created our own version of a surreal derby.
Josiah Johnson Announces Debut Solo Album ‘Every Feeling On A Loop’
Josiah Johnson – a former and founding member of the Billboard chart-topping band The Head and the Heart – is announcing his debut solo album today, titled Every Feeling On A Loop. It will be released via ANTI- Records on September 4.
Smith & Burrows Share New Track “All The Best Moves”
Almost nine years on from their first foray into working together where they spent the summer of 2011 ensconced in an attic in Hammersmith making the distinctly wintery Funny Looking Angels, old friends Tom Smith and Andy Burrows are pleased to announce the reconvening of their musical partnership with a brand new track, “All The Best Moves” that received its worldwide unveiling on Jo Whiley’s BBC Radio Two show last night.
Lauren Calve Releases Wildfire EP Today
Calve’s musical compositions blend blues and Americana, guitar and lap steel, but their strength lies in how they go beyond tradition into innovative melodies, structures and arrangements that define their originality. Her lyrics, intonation, and songwriting resonate with the listener leaving them to ponder what they’ve just heard and wanting more.
BELMONT BOYS release debut single ‘PJ’ on Insomniac’s In / Rotation Label
Up-and-coming duo BELMONT BOYS have released their debut single ‘PJ’ on dance music giant Insomniac’s own record label, In / Rotation. The track comes as a part of Insomniac’s latest compilation, Rotate Vol. 3.
A moody deep house cut, ‘PJ’ weaves sparse vocal samples, downbeat piano chords and high-pitched flute sounds around its driving bassline – harnessing a minimalistic yet highly danceable vibe.
“Stay On Me” is available everywhere now, inviting you to choose your own adventure as it pulls you into another world and takes you on a journey. The song explores many important topics such as climate change, mortality salience, love, and the fight for a better tomorrow.
Revolver Magazine is hosting the worldwide exclusive premiere of “Selective Empathy,” the volatile new single from Los Angeles, California-based hardcore punk band ENTRY. The band will release their debut full-length, Detriment, through Southern Lord Recordings in July.
Fyah Roiall (pronounced “royal”) is one of Jamaica’s most exciting rappers at the forefront of the emerging “grimehall” sound (also sometimes referred to as “traphall”), a new forward-facing subgenre of Jamaican music that combines American trap, UK grime, and dancehall. His debut album UNDERRATED is out today alongside the music video for “Nobody” premiering at Complex.
The Texas Gentlemen To Release “Floor It!!!” July 17th – Premiere “Train To Avesta” Today via Flood Magazine
The Texas Gentlemen will release Floor It!!! on July 17th via New West Records. The 13-song set was produced by Matt Pence (Jason Isbell, John Moreland, Midlake) and recorded at the legendary Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL, Niles City Sound in Ft. Worth, TX and Pence’s own EchoLab Studios in Denton, TX. Floor It!!! is the follow up to their acclaimed 2017 debut TX Jelly which Vice/Noisey described as “a fantastic collection of good-ass guitar music. Sometimes it sounds like The Beatles, sometimes Jefferson Airplane, sometimes Leon Russell. It’s both funky and psychedelic, softly acoustic singer-songwriter, and occasionally perverted.”
The Texas Gentlemen Leave the Waltz in Gotland on “Train to Avesta”
NEW RELEASE: Loyal Lobos “Si Te Portas Mal (Be Bad)” OUT NOW
Everlasting—a work that blends gigantic pop hooks with Latin rhythms, shoegaze, and traditional folk with dazzling, genre-blurring ambition— is, as Silva explains, “a place where there are no rules.” She sings in both English and Spanish, drawing on every part of her history just as easily as she melds influences ranging from South American folk to Cocteau Twins, the psychedelic hip-hop of Flying Lotus to the dreamy side of Mazzy Star. “I’ve never been one thing,” Silva says. “I always struggled with not fitting in one category. I felt I was too not-American to do folk music, and not Latin enough to do Latin music. For this album, I created my own space.”
PSYCHLONA: new album details + first single unveiled!
Bradford, UK’s stoner rock wielders PSYCHLONA are set to embark you on a frantic journey with their new album “Venus Skytrip”, to be issued on August 21st via Ripple Music (CD and digital) and Cursed Tongue Records (vinyl). Watch the “Blast Off” video now exclusively over at The Obelisk!
Psychlona Premiere “Blast Off” Video; Venus Skytrip out Aug. 21
jxdn Unveils “Angels & Demons” Acoustic Track + Music Video
Emerging singer-songwriter jxdn has released the acoustic version of his hit single “Angels & Demons” in celebration of the song’s explosive success – watch the accompanying music video here @skopemag. The track debuted at #6 on Billboard’s Hot Rock Chart following its May 19 release and shows no signs of slowing down. “Angels & Demons” has racked up over 70 million global streams to date and will be going to radio in July.
Born Unique “Villain Story” feat. Eff Yoo prod. by godBlessbeatz [Video Submission]
Born Unique is back with his second visual release off the godBlessbeatz produced Holiday Hyena Album.
Born drafted Skrewtape to bring his vision to life when he was performing in Philadelphia at a Dean Durb event named Slime Beach.
Villain Story feat. Dj Ragz and Eff Yoo ….and a plethora of dope cameos by some of the top tier emcees of this game Ralphie Reese, Jay Royale, J Scienide, Guy Grams, Vinny Vendetta, Eto, Big Ooh, Pete Twist and Big John.
Alt-Pop Trio Scarlet Pleasure’s Album ‘Garden’ Out Now
Garden is the brand new album from Copenhagen’s alt pop trio Scarlet Pleasure – out now. Just like in the real world, this Garden is constantly developing and even after release, new songs will blossom and will be added to the album during 2020. Watch this space!
Whales Debuts Transfixing New Noise Single “Fade Away”
“Fade Away” follows Whales’ recent Dim Mak single “Save You (feat. Megan Stokes)” alongside Riot Ten, and the subsequent VIP Mix. The new material is part of a heavy string of releases, which include his Disciple Round Table EP, Destroyer, and collaborations with Megalodon, SHARPS, The Arcturians and JOOL. Since breaking out at the young age of 15 under the Sex Whales moniker, Israeli producer Tal Rochman has become known for his high quality bass-led productions. His songs and collaborations have gathered well over 500 million plays and he’s performed around the globe, spreading his sounds across North America, Canada, Europe and even China. Unbound by genres and rebranded as Whales, the 20 year old looks to make a lasting impact on the electronic music industry.
ZAKI IBRAHIM REVISITS DEBUT EP SHÖ (IQRA IN ORANGE) WITH NEW LIVE ALBUM SHÖ LIVE IN TORONTO.
Zaki Ibrahim revisits her candescent, joyous debut EP Shö (Iqra in Orange), originally released in 2006, with a new companion recording Shö Live in Toronto, both available to stream worldwide for the first time on Friday, June 26, 2020.
Witch Taint Release Lyric Video For “We Are Your New Gods” – WATCH
From the mean streets of Gary, Indiana by way of Oslo, Norway (or maybe the other way around – we’re not sure) comes WITCH TAINT, the most extremely extreme and Satanic Norwegian Black Metal band from Indiana ever (probably). Today the taint tickles you yet again with the release of a new lyric video for their song “We Are Your New Gods.”
Wood & Wire To Release “No Matter Where It Goes From Here” On August 28th
“I don’t like bluegrass, but I love you guys,” is something Wood & Wire hear often from new fans, and while the band never claims to defy categorization—they are, after all, a four-piece band made up of guitar, bass, banjo, and mandolin—they certainly ignore the notion of musical boundaries. On August 28th, Wood & Wire will release No Matter Where It Goes From Here, a whirlwind of songs and styles sprung from the band’s punk, hardcore, and jazz backgrounds and crafted into a cohesive, collective work; one certainly capable of earning yet another Grammy nomination for the band.
Clark Atlanta University (CAU) President George T. French Jr. is thinking outside the box when it comes to educating, enlightening and empowering CAU students.
The university is partnering with three-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, actor, producer, songwriter and entrepreneur Tip “T.I.” Harris to create an amazing experience for CAU undergraduate students this Fall.
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