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NYC avant-pop duo STAR ROVER presents ‘Ghosts of New York State’ single + THE ACADEMY OF SUN new 7″ vinyl
NYC collective Star Rover has announced they will release their self-titled album ‘Star Rover’ this autumn, a coalescence of the ideas they had been investigating over the years into a cohesive yet eclectic statement. Here they meld the improvisational energy of their live sets with the depth and fidelity of the studio to create something dynamic, aggressive, nostalgic and beautiful all at once.
The Late Ones Drop New Single “Feeling Myself”
Conscious reggae/hip-hop hybrid band The Late Ones are known for using their music as a tool to speak out against oppression and injustice by bringing a youthful and powerful presence to the reggae community, along with a unique spin by bringing in old school hip hop to the mix. Think of the Pharcyde, Souls of Mischief, and A Tribe Called Quest collaborating with The Mighty Diamonds or Culture, and you get a sense of what this band’s sound is like.
You know that bittersweet feeling when you’re reminiscing over something that maybe could’ve worked out but it didn’t? Well, the up-and-coming indie pop duo Bestfriend have a new song all about that. The lead single off their upcoming EP places i’ve lived, “Hannah in the City” is a song about the what if’s. A little sweet and a little angsty, the track is relatable in all the best ways. Drenched in a rosy haze of nostalgia, “Hannah in the City” will transport you into a hypnagogic state, caught between intimate memories and missed opportunities. The moment you didn’t say something when you should’ve. The tricky decision you had to do that maybe you’re still second-guessing. Bittersweet and tender, Bestfriend’s dreamy bedroom pop melodies hit close to home, and do so with remarkable sensibility.
Future Crib’s new single/video “Together Together” out Aug 28th
Future Crib’s 5 members pride themselves on creating music about the brighter side of life. Full Time Smile is the group’s fourth album and was recorded in just one week in a makeshift studio outside of Atlanta. The way they recorded led them to strip the songs of any sense of ego, focusing more on how to best utilize the influences each member brought to the table.
Lorde Clenches Top Charting Positions Across The Globe
The album hit #1 in over 58 countries on Apple Music upon release and landed the artist her third #1 album in both Australia and New Zealand. The album debuted at #2 in the UK, making Solar Power her highest charting album in the UK to date. Solar Power gives LORDE her highest charting album of her career in several additional markets including peak debuts in Germany, Austria, Belgium, The Netherlands, and Switzerland. Solar Power became the #1 selling album in Canada debuting at #1 on the Album Sales chart and #6 in consumption on the Billboard chart. In the US, Solar Power gives LORDE her third top 5 album debut with a #3 debut on the Rolling Stone Top 200 Album Chart. The album additionally debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200 Chart despite Billboard disqualifying LORDE’s CD alternative offering from counting towards the chart position.
ASHES OF REDEMPTION RELEASE NEW EP
Re-energizing the groove metal genre, ASHES OF REDEMPTION is a one-man band spearheaded by Justin Buell and based out of Detroit, MI.
Recorded with multiple different session artists from all around the world, located in countries such as Italy, India, and Indonesia, W.I.B was written and produced by Justin Buell who also undertook guitar and bass tracking. The theme of the music is forcing yourself to persevere through some of life’s darkest moments. Channelling his own experiences from his time in the Marine Corps Infantry which included two deployments to Iraq during the war, Buell pours this inspiration into his music. In particular, “By Design” was written from a war veterans’ perspective.
Zammy Drops Fresh New Single ‘Bussin’ Flights’
Hailing from Maryland, Los Angelos based rapper Zammy releases a fresh new single ‘Bussin’ Flights’ produced by Connie. A debut release via indie label Forever The Family.
Exemplifying his skills as a rapper, singer and wordsmith, the single see’s Zammy reminiscing about relationships and wanting to fly to where they are to spend moments together.
‘Bussin Flights’ is a smooth and silky tune is one that everyone can relate to during these COVID times.
ALPHA BOÖTIS release new single
Science fiction fueled band ALPHA BOÖTIS have released their single “Serpens Nebula” over at Next Mosh. The song is from the band’s upcoming release Jump to Alpha Bootis which is out on September 24th.
The band commented “Originally written for a horror-themed composition contest around Halloween 2017, Serpens Nebula is our spookiest and darkest song to date. To achieve this dark sound, we channeled DOOM, John Carpenter and Pokemon Red/Green’s Lavender Town theme in our sound design and composition. I took the opportunity to include baritone guitar, tuned to G, to make the riffs extra gnarly. Of course, it’s still an Alpha Boötis song, so there are still disco beats and optimistic melodies sprinkled here and there.”
ELEANOR K SHARES THE NEW SINGLE ‘THE PANIC’S OVER’ – LISTEN HERE
During a decade of touring with Crystal Fighters, Eleanor K was a big part of their inclusive, celebratory sound as they rose from a warehouse in east London to playing some of the world’s biggest festivals and arenas. She recently took the first step towards releasing her debut solo album ‘Everytime’s The Last Time’ by sharing its first single ‘All In’, which starred Jack Fox in the video. The song’s dark-hued, introspective emotions were a world apart from the feelgood vibes of Crystal Fighters, but it made for a compelling single which earned tastemaker support from Wonderland, Noctis and more.
Artist: Snow White In The Dark – Album: Alive
The song is inspired by Goethe’s tragedy Faust. It is about human desire to desire more and more knowledge and eternal youth. That’s why many people mess with the dark side of life (OPs, crime, etc.) which in the end doesn’t lead to anything good. People lose their minds and forget the really valuable things in life like love and kindness.
Skanners (Ita) “Greatest Hits” @ Heavy Metal
To celebrate the 35th discographic anniversary of the Band and the forthcoming 40th since its formation, Music for the Masses has the honour to announce the agreement with legendary Italian metallers Skanners for the release of their first Greatest Hits which goes through the Band’s whole career.
NEGURĂ BUNGET release details of final album and video single
NEGURĂ BUNGET are now unveiling the video ‘Brad’ (“fir tree”) as the first single taken from the Romanian black metal pioneers’ final album and conclusion of their “Transylvanian trilogy”, which is entitled “Zău” (“Old God”). “Zău” has been slated for release on November 26.
“Zău” is the legacy of drummer and mastermind “Gabriel “Negru” Mafa, who tragically passed far too early at the age of 42 years on March 21, 2017. This album has been completed and respectfully created upon Negru’s original drum-track recordings by the last line-up of NEGURĂ BUNGET.
NEGURĂ BUNGET are furthermore revealing that cover art, tracklist, and more details of the new full-length that can be viewed below.
Elli Ingram drops charming new single ‘Strange How Good Things Change’
Brighton-based singer-songwriter Elli Ingram has unveiled her new single ‘Strange How Good Things Change’, out now.
Underpinned by jazz-inflected piano chords and gospel-like backing vocals, ‘Strange How Good Things Change’ is a soulful, deeply personal ballad that sees Elli reflect on the past while staying positive for the future.
Introducing Ultra Q with new single ‘Bowman’ – youngest son of Billie Joe Armstrong | Announce new EP ‘Get Yourself A Friend’ and sign to Royal Mountain Records
California-based four-piece band Ultra Q have released their new single and video ‘Bowman’ today. Fronted by Jakob Armstrong and featuring brothers Enzo and Chris Malaspina as well as Kevin Judd, the new track marks Ultra Q’s first as a signed band to Royal Mountain Records (Mac DeMarco, Alvvays, Orville Peck). The band also announced their new EP Get Yourself A Friend today which is set to drop on 19th November 2021.
Rising Artist Bao Chow Debuts New Single “Fear” // Listen Here
Rising Australia-based singer-songwriter, rapper and producer Bao Chow has returned with his latest single, “Fear”. Having only burst on the scene earlier this year and gaining traction with previous releases such as “Sorbet” and “Let Go”, the independent artist looks set to continue his rise with this new release. Fusing together guitar, drums and powerful 808s, the energised track is the perfect theme song for embracing and conquering fear head on that everyone will be able to enjoy and relate to.
