CAZZETTE PREMIERES “TOGETHER” FEAT. NEWTIMERS
“Together,” the latest single from Swedish powerhouse duo Cazzette, is available today on Spotify via ICONS Music. Cazzette enlisted Stockholm-based artist Newtimers to sing vocals on the tune. “Together” is bursting with energy, featuring powerful piano chords and hard-hitting, groovy bass hits. Billboard.com premiered “Together” today. Look for Cazzette’s U.S. tour later this year.
https://open.spotify.com/album/1ObzjZd5dXpOFbKQon6PWp
TARRALYN RAMSEY TO PERFORM AT BET EXPERIENCE
Pop Inspirational singer Tarralyn Ramsey proudly announces the performance of her forthcoming single, “Champion”, at the upcoming BET Experience showcase in Los Angeles on June 28. After blowing the roof off at New York City’s SOBs for the Sol Village showcase , Tarralyn was handpicked by BET executives to share the night with the likes of Lecrae, Andy Mineo and more. Ramsey will be performing her self-produced upcoming single “Champion” among other hits for an unforgettable night of powerhouse vocals.
OIKI VIDEO “WHOA”
Oiki is from Russia, now based out of Miami. He has a fanatical following in his homeland and a string of releases under his belt on Dub Police and New State including the Dubstep monsters ‘Ratchet’ and ‘Are You Scared’ and the huge Trap tune ‘Groove’.
This release sees him exploring new ground with the Dutch-style House banger ‘Whoa!’.
CITIZEN OF THE WORLD NEW VIDEO
Citizen of the World is a folk-rock band from Sydney. The band was originally formed in Lausanne, Switzerland in 2012 by singer songwriter Gerrit Gmel and old friends who wanted to play music together, writing songs inspired by those stories that shape your life. Formed again in 2013 in Sydney the band quickly started to find a spot in the local music scene. Within the first year, the band travelled to India for 4 shows in 3 cities, won second place in a Battle of the Bands competition and played in various Sydney venues.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLzjDgcFpwY
OCEEAN REMIX “REGRET”
Born in Belgium, raised in Denmark, and now residing in Manchester, Oceaán first rose to prominence with the release of their self titled debut EP early last year through Chess Club Records. After spending the summer recording his next release, Oceaán performed a series of intimate European shows, which included a collaborative show with Låpsley in Copenhagen and a support slot for Lykke Li in Paris. With their latest release, ‘The Grip EP’, Oceaán has established themselves as one the UK’s most exciting new electronic artists, receiving plaudits from the likes of i-D, Fader, and Dazed and Confused.
https://soundcloud.com/ocea-n/everything-everything-regret-oceaan-remix/
YOUTH LEAGUE “FOR JOHN”
Youth League, the post-pop trio from Wilmington, NC, has released a new music video for a song off their debut EP First. The instrumentally-driven track, “For John,” shuffles in nonchalantly before exploding into a passionate and aggressive climax. The song pushes and pulls frantically while still being able to find a solid groove and shows how much can be said in a song without any words.
“For John is about loss. Written for a family member Zack and Mike lost recently. The decision to write a song without words reflects the idea that there are no words for the loss of a loved one.” -Youth League.
PSYMON SPINE “SHOCKED”
The songs that make up the Psymon Spine EP are extremely dualistic by nature, partnering fuzzy synths with lush vocal harmonies, and futuristic beats with flowing string arrangements. They also take on (other)worldly structures, mostly rooted in forward-thinking pop music.
The bands’ music is like a stroll through a rainforest at night with a safe place to return to. Beauty permeates, but there are a thousand ways to die around every corner. Peace and violence are interdependent, and while the full emotional spectrum resides within it, the end goal is optimistic – like the euphoria that follows physical exhilaration.
MIDNIGHT PILOT “LET LOOSE”
Originally from Holland, MI, the band moved to Nashville together to pursue music. In May 2014, the band released their acoustic EP, Let Go, which took “listeners through stories of growing up and falling in and out of love, all riding on a bed of lush vocal harmonies.” (Marmoset) The band also released their single, “Give Me What You Gave To Him,” which was featured on Elmore Magazine, who raved, “their soulful strumming, passionate singing and sweet harmonies are certainly full of, well, heart.” In addition to all of this, the band recently performed on stage with indie singer/songwriter, Damien Rice, in Nashville.
STEIN SANG NEW VIDEO
Stein Sang just premiered their new video for the title track from their debut EP “House of Sticks” The result is one of the finest moments in creative collaboration, when the mediums of music and visual genuinely connect on the core meaning of a piece of work. With a fanbase that is steadily growing and a new EP due out later this year, 2015 is sure to find much larger audiences joyfully experiencing the ethereal soundscapes Stein Sang so tactfully creates.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6S6QTCAyQQ
CKtrl STREAMS NEW ‘FOREST’ EP
CKtrl AKA multi-instrumentalist and producer 22-year-old Bradley Miller might be on his debut self-funded release but he’s been immersed in London’s sub low, grime, dubstep, reggae and garage culture for 10 years already. Whether that’s literally his Uncle’s Studio 1 7”s taking up every spare bit of space at his parents house (including his room) or working in Soho’s iconic record shops.
STRAY ECHO SHARE ‘GROUND’ (FEAT. LOLO)
‘Ground’, from Brooklyn’s Stray Echo, is a swaggering, synth heavy head snapper that fits in perfectly with a playlist that includes the Knife and Class Actress. Stray Echo are so new… you can barely smell the entitlement.
LUKE ANDERS “FIRE (FT REBECCA RYAN)”
The young and creative mind of Luke Anders is a name that’s been bubbling on the underground for some time now. Relying on nothing but solid production and a brain full of ideas, he’s taking on all comers and making moves way beyond his years. Teaming up with Rebecca Ryan – the pair have been picked up by the keen ears of Wolfrage Recordings – a label that know a thing or two about breaking new talent.
‘Fire’ lives up to its name with a glorious piano intro that immediately shows off Luke’s thorough understanding of the theory lost on many electronic music producers. A gush of FX risers, short atmospheric bursts and a steady, but not belligerent stack of snare rolls swerve around Rebecca’s lush vocals and hit full force on the arrival of a main-stage-worthy drop. Luke lets off a super-sized pile of highly melodic and euphoric leads and chords, resulting in a big moment that’ll get arms flying on any dance floor where uplifting electronic bliss is top of the menu.
CHRIS “GOTTI” LORENZO LAUNCHES ADD VENTURES MUSIC AND SIGNS ELLEN DEGENERES’ DISCOVERY TEEN POP STAR MADDI JANE
Icon music producer/executive Chris “Gotti” Lorenzo has announced a new music artist friendly platform, ADD VENTURES MUSIC, and launches with 16-year-old pop singer/songwriter Maddi Jane. Jane was discovered by Ellen Degeneres and performed on her show at the ripe age of 11 years old. The songstress began to build a strong fan base off the back of her ELLEN performance and was soon picked up and has been developed by the steering hand of Gotti. After much acclaim Maddi, due to her viral YouTube success of 350 million viewers, continued on her next step with the cover of The Script’s “Breakeven.” She has released her co- written single “Only Gets Better,” while simultaneously getting chosen to be one of the contestants of the Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star competition. The program was designed to support unsigned and independent artists in collaboration with Clear Channel Media and awards the winner with the coveted opportunity to open the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Festival. Fans can vote by tweeting the artists’ name and including #RisingStar in their tweet, or by logging in to the Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star page and casting their vote. Her current track “Only Gets Better,” available via all digital retail providers now has racked up over 160,000 views on Maddi’s YouTube channel which boasts close to 1.3 million subscribers. Maddi exclaims “This is a very exciting time for me. I am thrilled with all the positive responses the single has received so far.”
EARTHSIDE, METALINSIDER.NET LAUNCH NEW TRACK “THE CLOSEST I’VE COME”
New England-based creative collective, Earthside, has teamed up with MetalInsider.net to launch a new song entitled “The Closest I’ve Come,” the first single from the band’s upcoming debut album, A Dream in Static. Stream the new instrumental track, along with some additional commentary from the band, exclusively at:
http://www.metalinsider.net/new-music/exclusive-earthside-premieres-new-the-closest-ive-come
FRAZEY FORD PREMIERES VIDEO FOR “DONE”
Frazey Ford is done with the BS, and she’s letting the world know. The new video for “Done,” which premiered on NPR, shows Frazey and friends strutting the streets of East Vancouver as she sings the words to this “scathing breakup anthem.” (NPR)
http://www.npr.org/event/music/410054977/first-watch-frazey-ford-done
THE DOORS: OTHER VOICES AND FULL CIRCLE
After singer Jim Morrison died in 1971, the surviving members of The Doors – drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Krieger, and keyboardist Ray Manzarek – continued to make music together as a trio and went on to release two more albums: Other Voices and Full Circle. For years, that music has only been available digitally.
That will soon change as Rhino announces plans to release OTHER VOICES and FULL CIRCLE on both vinyl and CD. The vinyl edition of each album will be pressed on virgin 180-gram vinyl and will come packed in historically accurate sleeves. That includes the wild, foldout zoetrope that came with FULL CIRCLE. Once assembled, this basic animation device depicts the human life cycle of a man from infancy to elderly. Available separately on September 4 from Rhino, the vinyl editions of OTHER VOICES and FULL CIRCLE will be available for list prices of $24.98 and $26.98 respectively.
DR QUINN “NVME”
Chicago producer/emcee Dr. Quinn presents the new self-edited music video for “NVME”, the new Klxck Wxrks-produced single from The Gooch, Quinn’s new EP out now on Reserved Records featuring Jade Ivy and Grace Cornbread BadWolff. Dr Quinn says the video was inspired by “my favorite animes growing up, mixed with dope hip hop, fast-paced action, and a “cult” psychedelic theme.
“WHO CAN YOU TRUST” FROM CHERRYTREE RECORDS ARTIST IVY LEVAN
Check out the L.A.-based singer/songwriter’s powerful vocals in the captivating video HERE and make sure to catch SPY in theaters everywhere on JUNE 5, 2015.
Ivy Levan “Who Can You Trust”:
ACTION-THRILLER “POINT BREAK” FOCUS OF UNPRECEDENTED MUSIC OPPORTUNITY
ASG Music Group, the joint venture between Alcon Entertainment and Sleeping Giant Media LLC, and the artist services platform ReverbNation are making a unique offer to emerging artists and bands among ReverbNation’s community of nearly 4 million musicians – submit an original song for the filmmakers of Alcon’s upcoming POINT BREAK to consider for possible use as an end title song or in the film’s media/advertising campaign, it was announced by Alcon co-Founders and co-CEO’s Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove.
POINT BREAK, a re-imagining of the classic action thriller, is directed by Ericson Core and stars Luke Bracey, Edgar Ramirez, Teresa Palmer, Ray Winstone and Delroy Lindo. The film features cameos by international DJs and music producer Steve Aoki, as well as Seth Troxler and The Art Department. Warner Bros is releasing the film nationwide on Christmas Day 2015.
MONTAIGNE RELEASES LIVE VIDEO
Off the back of her acclaimed debut EP, Life Of Montaigne and anticipated, sold out national headline tour in April, whimsical Aussie pop starlet, Montaigne has released a new live video for EP track, A Cinematic Plea For An End.
Montaigne, also known as Jess Cerro, showcases her exquisite songwriting ability, luring the listener in to her vast musical dreamscape with her intrepid song, A Cinematic Plea For An End. Beginning with a raw, vulnerable vocal and impeccably understated instrumentation, the song builds in to a work of art, bounding with fury and defiance, captured perfectly in the live setting that this video was recorded in.
LOST HIGHWAY FESTIVAL – SATURDAY, MAY 30
LOST HIGHWAY FESTIVAL–the Motorcycle, Camping and Music festival–will be held Saturday, May 30 at San Manuel Amphitheater with weekend camping on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 at the picturesque Glen Helen Park in San Bernardino, CA. LOST HIGHWAY is rooted in the tradition and camaraderie of creating a destination for motorcycle riders and music fans. View the trailer on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/gaaNPziDYW8
On Saturday, May 30 San Manuel Amphitheater will open at 1pm with a full day of live music starting at 1:30pm, with live performances across three stages from Toby Keith, Social Distortion, Eli Young Band, Reverend Horton Heat, Chris Janson, Lucero, Lindi Ortega, The Brave Ones, Rick Monroe and more.
Day rides for charity through the San Bernardino forest to the festival will be hosted celeb riders the Mayor of Sturgis, SD Mark Carstensen and Grand Marshall Motorcross legend Carey Hart and others. Pre-register for the “Infinite Hero Ride,” led by our U.S. Service Men and Women and designed to raise awareness for the Infinite Hero mission that combats the most difficult issues–both mental and physical–facing our returning military heroes and families. The first-ever “Southern California Sturgis Mayor’s Ride” will allow riders to join Mayor Mark Carstensen and Grand Marshall Freestyle Motorcross legend Carey Hart, as well as Seth Enslow and other celebrity guests on this special ride with a portion of proceeds to benefit Sturgis charities. Pre-register for the rides:
http://www.losthighwayfest.com/
CASHMIR “FYA” VIDEO
Today, Team CMG & Cashmir Release yet ANOTHER visual from his latest offering The “Prodigy” Mixtape! Cashmir, the Dallas based MC has began 2015 on FYA, which appropriately is the name of his latest single. “FYA” is a great follow up to his last visual “Blakk America” & “Dear Dallas’ which both have been received with overwhelming success. Cashmir continues to showcase his versatility as not only a rapper but a vocalist, he expresses his love for his home city as well as touches on politics within the market. Cashmir’s new EP, “Cashmir – All Singles” is slated to release Mid June and shaping up to be a must-hear!
TRISTEN ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2015 TOUR DATES
Tristen is excited to announce her upcoming summer 2015 tour dates. The Nashville based songwriter and musician will hit the road in June and July between stints as a member of Jenny Lewis’s band. The touring comes on the heels of a winter spent writing and recording her third full length album. For the recent studio sessions Tristen enlisted a serious crew of Nashville’s best musicians, and emerged with close to 40 new songs. Fans who come out to see her play this summer will get a preview of the new material. A full list of upcoming June and July tour dates for Tristen may be found below.
https://www.facebook.com/tristenmusic/events
JOSH PYKE ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM
After months of teasing fans with snippets of new material, Josh Pyke today announced the release of his fifth studio album, But For All These Shrinking Hearts available on July 31. Pyke gave his fans the first real taste of the album this morning, circulating a fans-first video across his social media accounts for album track, There’s A Line, alongside a live link to pre-order the new album.
Always looking out for his fans, Pyke has also released an extremely limited number of fans-first album pre-order packages comprising the deluxe edition of the new record featuring two exclusive tracks, a collectors lyric magnet set and a ticket to one of his intimate fans first shows in Sydney at The Soda Factory on July 29, Melbourne at Bella Union on August 5, Adelaide at Grace Emily on August 6 and Brisbane at The Foundry on August 12. These shows will not be ticketed and are only available to those who pre-order the But For All These Shrinking Hearts package.
JEREMY PINNELL NEW SONG “BIG BRIGHT WORLD” VIA POPMATTERS
Jeremy Pinnell, Northern Kentucky’s son from across the river, is a soft-spoken man, born to an area that is equal parts Southern hospitality, Northern attitude and Midwestern charm. Raised from humble beginnings of singing in church and learning the guitar from his father, his craft quickly made heads turn and rooms fall silent. But with his departure from home at 18 to venture into the unknown with only his music, this young man soon found himself surrounded by the demons of the world he used to try and sing away.
http://www.popmatters.com/post/193894-jeremy-pinnell-big-bright-world-audio-premiere/
COS MOST ANTICIPATED SUMMER TOURS
Summer is finally upon us, and that means it’s the perfect time to get out and see some live music. In addition to the staple summer music festivals, many artists are making the rounds in arenas and clubs on their own independent tours as well. In preparation, Consequence of Sound has published their guide to this summer’s most anticipated gigs.
http://consequenceofsound.net/2015/05/the-25-most-anticipated-tours-of-summer-2015/
STRAY ECHO “GROUND”
‘Ground’, from Brooklyn’s Stray Echo, is a swaggering, synth heavy head snapper that fits in perfectly with a playlist that includes the Knife and Class Actress. Stray Echo are so new… you can barely smell the entitlement.
‘Ground’ feat. Lolo:
https://soundcloud.com/strayecho/ground-feat-lolo/s-K6mfr
OWL CITY “VERGE”
Owl City will release his fifth full-length studio album Mobile Orchestra on July 10th.
BOOSIE BADAZZ DOCUMENTARY
“Touch Down 2 Cause Hell” In Stores Now!
