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POLO G RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM ‘HALL OF FAME’
Multi-Platinum chart topper Polo G has released his highly anticipated new album Hall of Fame, featuring an All Star lineup of guests including Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Roddy Ricch, Pop Smoke, DaBaby, Rod Wave, Young Thug, G Herbo, Lil Durk, The Kid Laroi and Fivio Foreign. The 20-track album will also introduce Scorey, the first artist signed to Polo’s Capalot/ODA Records, on the track “Broken Guitars.”
Folk/Indie Electronic Group Dogwood Last Release Folktronica Collaboration with Spec Kay via Vents Magazine
Dogwood Last was initiated by Burrell as a solo project of experimentation in 2015. The next few years saw him creating demos and songs, eventually leading to Dogwood’s debut release Time Follows in 2018, produced alongside Volcano Choir’s Thomas Wincek. After the record’s release, Dogwood expanded to include three additional members, including musicians Jesse Morvan, Skyler Hagner, and Matt Jernigan. Since then, the band has been performing live shows across New York and the tri-state area before the COVID-19 pandemic unexpectedly ensued. The group gathers sonic inspiration from alternative acts such as Bon Iver, The Japanese House, and Hiss Golden Messenger. On the new release, Burrell states that “Mari” touches on the “perspective of dismissing time; casting it away”, as the song is meant to be a continuing conversation on Dogwood’s previous record and it’s prominent themes of time.
PREMIERE: Dogwood Last Release New Single “Mari (feat. Spec Kay)”
BETA RADIO RELEASES NEW ALBUM YEAR OF LOVE
Acclaimed modern Americana duo Beta Radio releases their eagerly anticipated new album YEAR OF LOVE via Nettwerk Records today.
The new album written and recorded over the course of 2020 sees the Wilmington, NC-based duo – Benjamin “Ben” Mabry and Brent Holloman – taking a moment to breathe in life’s simplest inspiration and, ultimately, urging everyone else to do the same. The album collects songs first featured on Beta Radio’s recently released WAY OF LOVE and AFRAID OF LOVE EPs alongside four brand new tracks.
Biicla Drops New Video “Getting High”, 1st single from new EP
Russian producer and multi-instrumentalist Biicla has today released a brand new single “Getting High”, the first offering from his forthcoming project – the Outside EP – out in July on TOKiMONSTA’s imprint Young Art Records. Getting High captures Biicla’s genre-defying appeal, blending influences from pop, hip-hop and electronica into a beautifully cohesive record.
VELVET INSANE Release Music Video for New Single “Sound of Sirens”
VELVET INSANE has delivered a new single and music video, titled “Sound of Sirens”, from their upcoming studio album ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Glitter Suit’. The new album from the Swedish glam-rock trio is a 60’s pop gem made for the modern day.
Pink Elefants Drop New Single/Video “Foolish”
Packed with funky guitar licks, atmospheric hip-hop beats, swooning synths and catchy pop melodies, “Foolish” illustrates Pink Elefant’s effortless ability to incorporate a wide range of inspiration into one song. Lyrically, the song is an ode to authenticity, specifically as it pertains to dating. Breaking down the meaning behind the conversational-styled lyrics, the duo says, “the song is simply saying, ‘hey, I am not like those other guys, you know, the type who hit you up at 3am.’ This is an anthem to the people who are authentic and who will actually work for the ones they love.”
New Single ‘I Wanna Be Somebody (feat. Chris Holmes)’
“I Wanna Be Somebody” is a powerhouse track, our cover of W.A.S.P.’s 1984 mega hit, featuring none other than their original guitarist Chris Holmes. It’s huge, heavy and punishing. The sheer power and tone that Chris brings is untouchable, added some serious personality with his unmistakable sound.
Sexy R&B Crooner, KEVINRAY, Releases Hot New Album and Video, I Choose You
Based out of Los Angeles by way of Chesterton, Indiana, KEVINRAY is a dynamic entertainer. Catchy hooks, classic songs, irresistible beats and an infectious voice are all on display in his latest album and video, I Choose You.
Union Of Knives Return with their Euphoric New Single ‘There’s A River’, Out Today
Following on from the enormous praise behind their recent singles ‘Like Butterflies’ and ‘A Tall Tale’, which saw them collaborate with Ladytron’s Helen Marnie, Scottish electronic trio Union Of Knives return to continue the support for their forthcoming new album, Endless From The Start, with the blistering opening track ‘There’s A River’.
Raelle drops her intimate new Neo-Soul single ‘Sunrise’
Vocally powerful star Raelle is back to grace fans with her new intimate track ‘Sunrise’, the final step in the lead up to her upcoming EP ‘Wake up Sunshine’ dropping this summer.
This multi-layered, laidback, Neo-soul track soothes the listener from its very first bars, opening with a shimmering piano riff reminiscent of a waterfall. Following on from her last release ‘Purple Skies’, this next track acts as a metaphor for the feeling of falling into someone and being able to be present in that moment with them, just as you are present and in awe of the sunrise.
GAVIN JAMES’ NEW SINGLE, “SOBER,” IS OUT TODAY
“‘Sober’ is a song about being in love with someone and then in the morning they all of a sudden don’t love you back,” explains Gavin James. “It’s pretty much about the sobering reality that you are not for them, and you’re left alone replaying the relationship in your head … so you’re sad about it and you sing it real loud with a piano“
FACE THE FIRE Release New Single “Remember What You’re Made Of” to all major platforms today!
FACE THE FIRE released their new single “Remember What You’re Made Of” to all major platforms today!
“Remember what you’re made of is about remembering your strength when you don’t think you have anything left to give” says Brandon Hammond, the band’s lead vocalist.
Leon Creek (Chris Pierce) Announces Debut Album, Shares “Call It A Day” Via Glide
On the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas lies Leon Creek: a small river that served as the first rest stop and watering hole for travelers, cargo, mail and stagecoaches making their way from Texas to Southern California in the 1850’s and 60’s. As Americana and country music moved west and absorbed the influences from the cultures and history, along the way it helped shape what we know today…
RISING RAP STAR CHINESE KITTY DROPS “TOP BITCH” FEAT. LIGHTSKINKEISHA SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO
Today, rising rap star Chinese Kitty releases her latest club-ready single “Top Bitch” feat. LightSkinKeisha along with an accompanying visual. Produced by KeanuGoinStoopid x Irate Genius and released via EMPIRE, “Top Bitch” is an explosive track filled with bossed up flexes. The seductive music video directed by Mills Miller brings the fiery single to life.
VOCAL POWERHOUSE PHILMON LEE UNVEILS DEBUT EP 706 TODAY
Along with the arrival of the project, he shared the music video for new single “Meaningless.” On the track, his voice echoes over a steady throwback beat. As the groove simmers, his show-stopping vocals take the spotlight as he croons, “I don’t want to share meaningful moments with meaningless people…Love isn’t equal.” In the accompanying visual, Philmon ambles around an old country home as he sings. The clip radiates nostalgic vibes with its lens flare, speaking directly to the soul of the song itself.
Acid Dad share new track & video, announce tour dates w/Frankie & The Witch Fingers
The band has also announced 2021 tour dates with fellow psychedelic rock luminaries (and Greenway Records labelmates) Frankie and the Witch Fingers, spanning much of the month of October and taking them to cities like Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Philadelphia, Acid Dad’s New York City hometown and many more.
Acid Dad Drift Through Digital Delusions on “Searchin” Off Second Album ‘Take It From The Dead’
BRONX-BORN ARTIST RIICHYLEE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “TRUST”
Riichylee adds, “This single shines light on how your status tends to be a gift and curse in a relationship. I speak on my status and how my appeal that reels women at the beginning of a relationship leads to trust issues and insecurities after we’re in it.” Without trust, you don’t have anything.”
