The William Shakes Share New Video For “Leaden Messengers”
The William Shakes is as much a concept project as it is a band. Written, produced, and fronted by Mark McGettrick, The William Shakes decontextualizes Shakespearean prose to the tune of alternative indie pop. The debut release How Goes The Night? EP explores five Shakespearean characters: Banquo (MacBeth), Helena (All’s Well That Ends Well), Horatio (Hamlet), Cordelia (King Lear), and Cassius (Julius Caesar).
MILCK Announces Signing To Atlantic Records
Yesterday, singer/songwriter turned activist, MILCK shared the news of her partnership with Atlantic Records directly with fans in a handwritten letter posted on her social media platforms. The letter, which explained her heartfelt decision, was shared wider in her hometown’s LA Weekly, alongside a beautiful profile feature, which is in the issue on newsstands today.
BARROWS Premieres Massive Album-Closing “Zenith”
Obsidion, the sprawling third album from Los Angeles’ cinematic instrumental rock outfit, BARROWS, will see release next Friday, May 26th, and advancing its public unveiling, No Clean Singing has premiered the massive “Zenith.”
Blues Traveler’s John Popper Announces String of Solo Dates
John Popper, frontman and founding member of iconic jam band Blues Traveler, has announced a string of solo dates happening next month. These intimate shows will feature John Popper on vocals and harmonica, and Blues Traveler bandmate Ben Wilson on piano and backup vocals. The stripped down set will include both solo material and songs from the Blues Traveler catalogue. The John Popper solo dates precede the recently announced Blues Traveler 30 Year Anniversary Tour, kicking off this October.
Eearz Video For “Pull Over” Out Now
Atlanta’s own and Eardruma’s artist Eearz has been unveiling video after video from his recent projects with utmost tenacity. Following the release of videos for “If You Knew Better” and “Imagine” within the last two weeks, Eearz is back yet again with another visual, but this time he’s accompanying “Pull Over” with official optics, premiered by Complex Magazine. Purveying the energy that his music requires, Eearz puts his amped up persona on display as he gets lit and throws stacks of cash around without remorse.
Must Be Nice “Best Friend”
Must Be Nice consists of producers/DJs Albin Wassenius and Joakim Sebastian. What started up as a Dub Step duo has slowly progressed into a full-fledged Pop/Trap act.
Their first single on Linc, Best Friend featuring the talented singer and songwriter Bell i a great feel good summer vibe tune! Expect more to come from this young producers!
Darlia release new single ‘Beam Me Up’
Darlia release their new single ‘Beam Me Up’ on May 19th through Ignition Records.
Produced by Darlia’s own Nathan Day and Frank Colucci, ‘Beam Me Up’ is about the catharsis of songwriting. In a very open account about the song Nathan explains…
“It amazes me how brutally open you can be in songs and not even wince when it gets put out into the world. It’s like walking around with a sign on your head telling everyone what you’re secretly thinking but never actually saying the words in conversation.
Statement from Stormzone management
Last week irish metalheads , Stormzone were shooting a new music video for a track from their latest album, “Seven Sins”. Acclaimed director Alex Perisson, responsible for many award winning videos from Europe’s top metal bands, had signed up to direct the video, in a concept that involved recording footage in a disused asylum, against the advice of local experts.
As far as we can ascertain, the band and entire production crew encountered some kind of problem during the shoot. We have not been able to contact anyone involved since the date of filming. The attached news report contains footage found at the scene, which some viewers might find distressing.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of the band or crew should get in touch immediately.
Kato & Sigala – ‘Show You Love’ feat. Hailee Steinfeld RMX
Platinum-selling Danish DJ and producer Kato and British artist Sigala have recruited ‘Solo Dance’ hitmaker Martin Jensen to rework their single ‘Show You Love’ feat. Hailee Steinfeld. Out now via Disco:wax/Positiva/Virgin EMI, Martin’s edit joins previous remixes from George Kwali, Party Pupils, Kato, Thomas Gold and MJ Cole.
‘I Want My Country Back’ – She Makes War Roars in Protest with New Single
As the UK general election approaches, She Makes War (aka solo artist Laura Kidd) jabs a lyrical finger at the British government, mainstream press and institutionalised bigotry. With scathing lyrics and searing guitars, this heartfelt protest song roars with irony and rocks with shout-along melodies.
Garage pioneers ‘Original Dodger’ return with their first single in 15
After the exciting announcement that the original duo behind Artful Dodger will be returning under their new moniker Original Dodger, Mark Hill and Pete Devereux have a wealth of music ready to be released. Out via One More Tune/Warner Music, their first comeback track ‘Millionaire’ sees Original Dodger collaborate with Daecolm, P Money and Davinche.
Zola Blood share new track
Zola Blood’s new single The Only Thing is the final cut to be taken from their debut album, out next week. The single serves as a perfect illustration of the band’s vision. All surging tempo and tender vocal harmonies.
“The Only Thing is about the place between consciousness and unconsciousness – it’s about crossing the river and making it back.” – Zola Blood
OLSSON releases lyric video for new single ‘Take Your Time’
Swedish songwriter and producer extraordinaire OLSSON has released his new single ‘Take Your Time’, the latest to be taken from the recently released debut album Millions out now through Universal.
‘Take Your Time’ is a euphoric slice of indie-electronica, with ethereal bass and guitars similar to The XX alongside dreamy synths and vocals reminiscent of Friendly Fires.
German DJ and Producer Eddie Thoneick releases his new single ‘Heart’
German DJ and producer Eddie Thoneick has revealed his new single ‘Heart’, out now via Steve Angello’s SIZE Records.
A strong example of his cleverly crafted production style, ‘Heart’ boasts striking synth patterns and crisp percussion, before an uplifting male vocal comes into play.
Highrider announces new album ‘Roll For Initiative’
Highrider will release their new album ‘Roll For Initiative’ the 15th of September on The Sign Records. The new album can be described as the boiling point of scandinavian thrash, metal, 70´s, doom, punk and hardcore. It´s a metallic and raw debut from Gothenburgs Highrider filled with Scandinavian high energy heavy metal. The band have recorded their new album with Ulf Blomberg in HoboRec Studios. As a first sneek peak of the new album the band release a live session done in HoboRec Studios with the new song ‘A Burial Scene’.
EDGE OF FREE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM OUT TODAY
Edge Of Free, the acoustic hard rock band from Nashville, TN, has released its debut self-titled studio album May 19th via Digitally Sound Records. The album was produced by Toby Wright (Alice In Chains, Korn, Tantric, Metallica) and is an intimate collection of honest songs powered by guitarist John Hussey’s dynamic music and singer Scott Sneddon’s dark melodies, soaring choruses, and gut wrenching lyrics about depression, drug addiction and recovery.
French Alternative/Prog//Rockers Kill The Drama Queen stream debut album
A few months after hard-working from their side, the four musicians from Luxembourg, France and Belgium reunited under the moniker of Kill the Drama Queen finally released their debut full-length album a few days ago for digital exclusive on Bandcamp and called ‘Divided Alignment’. A first album consisting in nine songs of emotional alternative/rock vs complex progressive metal somewhere between Rise Against and Tool or System Of a Down, Deftones and Sentenced.
LEON ELSE RELEASES NEW SINGLE — “WHAT I WON’T DO”
British singer, songwriter, and musician Leon Else releases a new single, “What I Won’t Do,” today via all digital service providers. The track, written by Else, long-time collaborator Joshua “JT” Thompson and Jasper Leaks, and produced by The Futuristics, premiered on Billboard Magazine alongside a broadcast premiere on the Elvis Duran show. “What I Won’t Do” follows previous singles “Dance,” Black Car,” and “The City Don’t Care”.
MONDO COZMO RELEASES NEW SINGLE “AUTOMATIC”
Continuing a run as 2017’s breakout new rock act, Philly-born alternative troubadour and punk-folk renegade Mondo Cozmo shares his latest single “Automatic” today.
Deadboy – ‘Earth Body’ LP
Local Action presents ‘Earth Body’ — the long-awaited debut album by Deadboy.
Deadboy is one of UK underground music’s most influential and respected artists. His early singles ‘U Cheated’ and ‘If U Want Me’ predicted an entire generation of post-dubstep dance music, bringing much-needed r&b, house and dancehall influences to a landscape dominated by grime and dubstep and helping to pave the way for a new age of UK club music.
Skinny Days release lyric video for ‘The One That Got Away’
Norwegian pop duo Skinny Days have unveiled the lyric video for their new single ‘The One That Got Away’. The single is out now through Warner Music and the tropical-tinged electro-pop anthem features the soaring vocals of Norwegian singer Emilie Adams.
‘The One That Got Away’ has clocked up over half a million plays on Spotify and its video follows the journey of two cute lovelorn oddballs.
The Magician & Julian Perretta reveal retrospective music video for ‘Tied Up’
‘Tied Up’ is the new collaborative single from respected producer The Magician and successful singer-songwriter Julian Perretta. Due for release on the 17th February, it marks The Magician’s first release after signing with B1 Recordings, Ministry of Sound and Ultra for a worldwide deal with Sony Music.
‘Tied Up’ features warm chords and a soft bassline underpinning Perretta’s distinctive voice, with piano chords and chopped vocals providing depth in the chorus. With lyrics alluding to a difficult relationship, the song is emotive yet dancefloor-ready.
CARTOON LIZARD PREMIERE VIDEO FOR “ALL IN THE CARDS”
Victoria, BC quintet, Cartoon Lizard, has premiered a video for the song “All In The Cards” via Popmatters – share via Vimeo. The track is featured on the band’s debut EP, Not Punk Not Raw, which arrived in April. Cartoon Lizard have been making their presence felt in their home province with a slew of performances, and more to come in both Victoria and Vancouver.
LIAM PAYNE RELEASES HEAVILY ANTICIPATED DEBUT SINGLE ‘STRIP THAT DOWN’ FT. QUAVO
Liam Payne has unveiled his long-awaited debut solo single, ‘Strip That Down’. The track, co-written by Liam, Ed Sheeran and Steve Mac, features Quavo – founding member of the acclaimed Hip Hop trio, Migos.
Liam said: “I’ve been working hard in the studio for over a year and I’m really excited to share this new music with my amazing fans. I’ve come a long way since our One Direction debut and I hope everyone likes my new sound as much as I do. 2017 has been a big year for me already and I’m looking forward to what the rest of it will bring.”
YehMe2 remixes Ruth B.’s “Lost Boy”
YehMe2 has remixed Ruth B.’s soaring hit “Lost Boy” as part of his upcoming Steal This Mixtape 2 on June 1st. YehMe2 (formerly from Flosstradamus) turned Ruth’s beautiful ballad into a frenetic and hypnotizing dance cut.
YehMe2 has been dropping one new track per day for his ‘Beat-A-Day Part II’ challenge during the whole month of May. You can check clips of every track so far on his Instagram and check other Steal This Mixtape 2 tracks “gimme gimme (DNA flip)” and “ily2” below.
CAMILA CABELLO UNVEILS DEBUT SINGLE AND VIDEO “CRYING IN THE CLUB”
Multiplatinum award-winning singer and songwriter Camila Cabello shares her much-anticipated debut single “Crying in the Club” today via Epic Records/SYCO. “Crying in the Club” is the first release from her upcoming debut solo album The Hurting, The Healing, The Loving. After revealing the album title on social media this past weekend, Camila explained, “The hurting, The healing, The loving’ is the story of my journey from darkness into light, from a time when I was lost to a time when I found myself again.”
Wild Cub Release New Track “Somewhere”
Wild Cub today debuted their vibrant new song “Somewhere,” marking the band’s first new music since their 2014 debut album Youth (Mom+Pop), which featured Alternative radio Top 15 single “Thunder Clatter.” Bolstered by propulsive drums and triumphant horns, the track sees Wild Cub taking their “infectious” (The New York Times), deftly crafted indie pop to new heights.
BIA UNLEASHES NEW TRACK “BADSIDE”
Female rapper, singer, songwriter and Pharrell’s i am OTHER signee, BIA unleashes today a new banger, “BADSIDE” via i am OTHER/RCA Records. The track is now available at all digital service providers.
Amy Stroup Releases New Single
Nashville artist Amy Stroup has released her new single, “Magic,” making the track available to stream and purchase at all digital outlets. “Magic” blends Stroup’s penchant for a vintage sound with the lyrics of her writing partner Mary Hooper, over modern hip-hop vibes. “Magic” is the first single from her upcoming full-length album.
Dan Auerbach Premieres Video For “Waiting On A Song” Via Rolling Stone
This morning nine-time GRAMMY–winner Dan Auerbach premiered his music video for “Waiting on A Song” via Rolling Stone. The song is the title track off his forthcoming album, Waiting on A Song due June 2nd on Easy Eye Sound. Says Auerbach: “Not only does the video evoke the feeling of the song, but it also pays tribute to the great tradition of Nashville songwriters. It was fun to have John Prine and Pat McLaughlin have cameos in the video as I wrote the song with them. It also has appearances by other Nashville songwriters, like Michael Heeney and Luke Dick, as well as David Ferguson who was the executive producer on the album with me.” Added director Bryan Schlam about his inspiration: “When I first heard ‘Waiting On A Song’, I instantly thought about summer hijinks, basically anything that could happen during the last summer between high school and college.
Janelle Kroll Releases New Single “Barricade”
Alternative pop singer/songwriter Janelle Kroll releases her first official music video and new single “Barricade” today, via NYC indie label Lokal Legend. Shot in a Brooklyn warehouse, the video features Janelle surrounded by the talented Elisa Monte Dance Company, performing unique choreography by Tiffany Rea-Fisher. Directed by Patrick Kendall & Jessica Redish, the visual was shot in one take entirely on an Inspire 2 Drone by DJI. The single is the first off of Janelle’s upcoming release, the Barricade EP, set for release this fall.
CLOVES Releases New Song “California Numb” Today
CLOVES, simply, is on a mission to make music to remember. Today she returns with a brand new song, “California Numb,” which combines the earth-shattering vocals and honest verses we’ve come to expect from the 21-year-old London-via-Melbourne singer/songwriter. “California Numb” follows “Better Now” as the second song to be announced off her upcoming debut album which will be released on Interscope Records later this year.
ATLANTIC WELCOMES JOYNER LUCAS TO ITS PROFOUND ROSTER
Atlantic Records has announced Joyner Lucas as the newest member of its historic roster. The Worcester, MA-based rapper’s label debut project, “508-507-2209,” arrives Friday, June 16th at all digital retailers and streaming services.
Hailed by XXL as “one of the fastest-rising names out of the New England area,” Lucas is heralding “508-507-2209” with the release of an extremely powerful new video, “Just Like You.” The self-directed clip – which confronts the difficulties faced by children raised in a world without heroic role models – is streaming now at the official Joyner Lucas YouTube channel.
The Accidentals announce major label debut, release new song “Memorial Day”
Sony Music Masterworks has announced the release of ODYSSEY, the extraordinary label debut album from The Accidentals. ODYSSEY – which includes the genre-defying first single, “KW” – is available for preorder in June. The powerful opening track, “Memorial Day” is available today.
The Accidentals are celebrating ODYSSEY with a wide-ranging North American tour. The dates continue tonight, May 19th, with a much-anticipated set at Indianapolis, IN’s Scratched Vinyl Concert Series and continue through the summer. Highlights include headline dates, festival shows, and an eagerly awaited home state performance of the National Anthem, set for June 13th before the Detroit Tigers take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at Detroit, MI’s Comerica Park. Support will come from multi-talented guitarist/keyboardist Jake Allen, who will also join The Accidentals on stage as a special guest, filling in some of the colors and textures of ODYSSEY in live performances.
RAYE “THE LINE” VIDEO AND SINGLE OUT NOW ON INTERSCOPE RECORDS
Co-written by RAYE and produced by FRED, ‘The Line’ is a gold plated tune, full of character and featuring RAYE’s unmistakable swagger alongside lyrics about the hassle of club queues on a night out.
Saint Etienne Share “Breakneck Hill”
Saint Etienne have unveiled Breakneck Hill, an instrumental interlude from their forthcoming album, Home Counties, which is released on Heavenly Recordings on Friday 2nd June. The track was recently premiered on The Quietus. They also have today shared a Confidence Man remix of Magpie Eyes, on The New York Observer to accompany an interview.
Song Premiere: Saint Etienne, ‘Magpie Eyes’ (Confidence Man Remix)
HIGHER POWER Releases Video For “Four Walls Black”
Soul Structure, the debut LP from UK-based hardcore outfit HIGHER POWER is out this week through Flatspot Records and Venn Records. In celebration of Soul Structure’s release, the band offers their new official video, created for the LP’s “Four Walls Black.”
HIGHER POWER’s unique sound, bridging old-school attributes with contemporary stylings – with comparisons ranging from Leeway to Jane’s Addiction, Cro-Mags to Life of Agony rolling in — is both intriguing and infectious.
MisterWives Releases Sophomore Album
New York City’s MisterWives are thrilled to release their long-anticipated sophomore album Connect The Dots today via Republic Records/Photo Finish! The album is available now via all DSPs and physical formats. In addition, the band has announced that they’ll be stopping by to perform new track “Coloring Outside The Lines” on The Today Show next Tuesday, May 23rd at 9/8c on NBC!
To celebrate the release, the band announced earlier this week that they’ll be hitting the road again this fall on The Connect The Dots Tour. Fall dates kick off on September 21st and span five weeks, wrapping up with a hometown show at Manhattan’s Terminal 5. The tour will feature support from Smallpools and Vinyl Theatre.
Electronic Funk Duo The Floozies Release New Single!
If you’re already thinking about summer, then we’ve got just the thing to put you in a ridiculously sunny mood. Heralded as the “undisputed kings of electro funk,” The Floozies have released their latest, epically funky single, “Cosmic Rays,” featuring virtuosic Lettuce saxophonist, Ryan Zoidis.
“Cosmic Rays” is the single off The Floozies’ soon-to-be released album Better 4 U. And, what could be better for you then some seriously irresistible, funkified licks that basically force you to get up out of your chair and dance.
Justin Townes Earle’s ‘Kids In The Street’ Now Streaming At NPR Music
Justin Townes Earle is set to release his New West Records debut Kids In The Street next Friday, May 26th. The 12-song set was produced by Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes, First Aid Kit) at his ARC Studios, and is the first time in his career that Earle has worked with an outside producer. Kids In The Street marks a decade into Earle’s recording career and follows his acclaimed companion albums Single Mothers (2014) and Absent Fathers (2015). The deeply soulful set is both emotionally riveting and effortlessly uplifting, with UPROXX exclaiming “Justin Townes Earle’s Kids In The Street is his finest album to date.” Now embracing sobriety, marriage, and impending fatherhood, Earle is enthusiastically looking to the future. “Life has changed a lot for me in the last few years,” he reflects. “I got married and am getting ready to become a father, and this is the first record that I’ve written since I’ve been married. There’s definitely an uplifting aspect to this record in a lot of ways, because I’m feeling pretty positive.” He continues, “When I wrote songs in the past, I was looking in on what I was feeling, but this record’s more about looking outward on what’s happening, and writing about subjects like gentrification and inner city strife.
NØMADS share new single
In frontman Nathan Lithgow’s words, “The fear of clocks is very compelling to me as a sound-scape metaphor. As a physical object, a clock not only “tells” time, but also represents the passing of time and the concrete idea of the present tense. Chronometrophobia is tangentially connected to Chronophobia, the fear of time or of time’s passing, but as a compositional theme I think the clicks/ticks/tocks/beeps and bells provide a bit of textural context to the song as a whole.”
MisterWives Releases Sophomore Album Connect The Dots – Out Now!
New York City’s MisterWives are thrilled to release their long-anticipated sophomore album Connect The Dots today via Republic Records/Photo Finish! The album is available now via all DSPs and physical formats. In addition, the band has announced that they’ll be stopping by to perform new track “Coloring Outside The Lines” on The Today Show next Tuesday, May 23rd at 9/8c on NBC!
MT. EDDY Shares New Track “Working Title”
Oakland quartet MT. EDDY today released “Working Title”, the second track off their forthcoming debut album Chroma. Alternative Press premiered the track, which is available now via Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Music, and iTunes. Starting today, Chroma is available for pre-order HERE. Fans who pre-order the album will receive instant downloads of “Working Title” and the band’s debut single “Metaphor”.
300 Entertainment’s MikexAngel Premieres “One Time” Single via Earmilk
R&B’s reemergence and adaptation within other genres has been controversial, yet exciting for music lovers alike. 300 Entertainment’s MikexAngel is looking to make his mark in the ever bending genre. With narcotised lyrics wrapped in unclouded instrumentals, MikexAngel exclusively premiered his debut single, “One Time” with Earmilk. The Virginia native and Trey Songz protégé’s velvety voice softens seemingly frank lyrics like, “what’s with all the small talk / ’cause I ain’t come to chill tonight / you know exactly what I want.”
Zealyn Releases “Limbic System” Remix
Out today, LA’s Zealyn has released the fourth track from her upcoming remix EP, Limbic System: Reimagined. The “Limbic System” Stephen Laurenson Remix is now available to stream and download at all digital outlets. Originally released on her debut EP, Limbic System, this remix is the fourth of seven that will be released over a period of seven weeks. Zealyn partnered with seven producers to create Limbic System: Reimagined, which will be released in full on June 9.
Jay Prince New Track ‘When I Die’
‘Late Summers’ is the new mixtape by East London rapper/producer Jay Prince, released June 2nd. To heat things up, Jay Prince dropped two tracks from the tape, the woozy summer vibes of ‘Anthem’, and ‘Peace of Mind’, which features North London MC Avelino and premiered as Zane Lowe’s ‘World Records on Apple Music’s Beats 1.
Tee Grizzley Shares New Video for “Catch It”
Hot on the heels of his recent US tour Tee Grizzley has released a scorching new video for
“Catch It” directed by BeMVP. The track is featured on Tee’s acclaimed mixtape My Moment
released on 300 Entertainment which has garnered more than 60 million streams to date. Tee’s previous video for “From The D to The A” feat. Lil Yachty is currently at over 3.6 million views in less than two weeks. His accelerated growth across streaming platforms and social media in under 3 months time since the release of his viral “First Day Out” music video (35+ million plays on YouTube) is remarkable: 660% Spotify follower growth, 5100% Soundcloud follower growth,
Jade Jackson’s debut album ‘Gilded’ out now on ANTI-
Jade Jackson’s exquisite debut album Gilded is out now. The record is a powerful and persuasive introduction to the gifted young country-rock sensation from small town California already causing a stir with critics and fans alike.
TERROR JR SHARE NEW SONG “DEATH WISH”
“Death Wish” follows “Caramel,” released earlier this month. Both songs are the first taste of new music coming from the pop super group since the release of last year’s Bop City.
OH WONDER SHARES NEW SONG “HEAVY”
Oh Wonder (Josephine Vander Gucht and Anthony West) have just shared a their new song “Heavy”, the fourth track to be released from their upcoming sophomore album, Ultralife which will be released later this summer on July 14th. “Heavy” follows Oh Wonder’s current single “Ultralife”, as well as previous releases “Lifetimes”, and “My Friends”. “Heavy” also launches with a video that stitches together 2665 individual photographs to create the allusion of the British duo dancing within a makeshift color cube, which you can watch HERE.
Lily McQueen’s ’80s flecked video
Los Angeles-based pop starlet Lily McQueen is preparing to release her first full-length album Electric Love on June 30th via Concierge Records. Following the debut of the shimmering first single “Chasing Your Love,” she returns with the accompanying music video, which premiered yesterday with VICE’s i-D.
AMBER COFFMAN RELEASES NEW TRACK “NOBODY KNOWS”
Former guitarist/singer for ground-breaking indie band the Dirty Projectors, Amber wrote and recorded her solo album in Los Angeles. She’s quietly become one of the most intriguing and sought-after vocalists, delivering notable performances with Bjork and David Byrne on separate Dirty Projectors collaborations (Mount Wittenberg Orca and “Knotty Pine,” respectively). A host of cutting-edge artists from the EDM, hip-hop, and indie worlds have also enlisted Coffman’s talents for their own projects. Artists she has collaborated with include Major Lazer, Rusko, J.Cole, Snoop Dogg, Velvet Underground impresario John Cale, and Frank Ocean on his recent album Blonde.
LINDSEY LUFF RELEASES SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM TODAY
Now based in Brooklyn by way of Memphis, thoughtful singer and songwriter Lindsey Luff tenderly combines Americana and folk-pop for a bright yet nuanced sound on her self-titled debut album, out today.
Recorded in Nashville and Brooklyn with producer Brian T. Murphy, the self-titled Lindsey Luff offers up nine songs about love, loss and leaving. There’s sadness here, but there’s uplift, too, with Luff finding the silver lining in her own struggles. With her full-length debut, Luff makes sense of her past without polishing its raw, rough edges.
Northern Ghost premieres their second single
We’ve all experienced the disappointment that can come as a result of a situation not living up to our expectations, or had to deal with being promised something only to have it not be fulfilled. Those are the kind of character builders that influenced Northern Ghost’s new single, “False Paradise,” off their debut record, ‘Happy : Sad : Depressed : Suicidal’. Vocalist Tony McVaney delivers with such intensity, that one can hear the emotion he puts into the lyrics. When asked to explain his intent, he shared, “False Paradise is about buying into empty promises and dealing with the realization that the outcome you were expecting from your labor and choices doesn’t happen, or worse, turns out to be the complete opposite.
The Aces Share New Song ‘Baby Who’
Orem, Utah four piece, The Aces, released a brand new track today entitled ‘Baby Who.’ FADER hailed “‘Four girls about to rule the world’ emblazons the homepage for The Aces. After listening to ‘Baby Who’ that declaration sounds about right.” The song will appear on The Aces’ debut EP, I Don’t Like Being Honest which hits streets globally on June 23rd, 2017.
ZACH GILL RELEASES NEW SONG “ELIZA GRACE”
Today, acclaimed singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, longtime member of Jack Johnson’s band, and ALO front man ZACH GILL shares a new song entitled “Eliza Grace”. It’s the latest track to be revealed from his forthcoming second full-length solo record, Life In The Multiverse [Brushfire/Republic Records], out June 2, 2017. The pre-order of the album now unlocks an instant grat download of “Eliza Grace” in addition to the previously released “Joy (Abbreviated)”.
Clairmont The Second – “44 Me”
A one-man-band who raps, produces and mixes his own tracks, and directs his own music videos but can’t yet buy a drink in the United States, Toronto’s Clairmont The Second combines rich, atmospheric soundscapes with perceptive and introspective lyrics. Adopting an unorthodox, voice-altering sing-song flow, the 19-year-old artist channels his inner demons to the outside world in “44 Me,” his latest video, premiered by NOISEY. Filmed in black and white, Clairmont bops around his neighborhood, sipping a forty and dropping by his old public school in the clip, as he recounts a chilling car crash that left Clairmont with a broken leg–a crash in the same spot the following week had fatal consequences. A dark disorienting clip, directed by Clairmont himself, complete with off-kilter closeups and reverse motion effects, “44 Me” is a brooding rumination on the ephemerality of life–one day you’re here…and then you’re gone.
Stockholm based artist Sportsman shares new single ‘White Shark’
On Sportsman’s long-awaited debut album Neverland, Per Magnusson distills his painterly musical vision across eleven incredible cuts of romantic R&B pop. Today he’s unveiling the album’s second single – ‘White Shark’ – a hushed, beautifully balanced piece of electronic R&B – lyrically based around the idea of wanting something, even though it might not be a good thing for you. Produced and written with long-time collaborator HNNY (Johan Cederberg) – the new single is more evidence of Sportsman’s undeniable talent.
NOTHING BUT THIEVES RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR “AMSTERDAM”
Critically acclaimed U.K. based band, Nothing But Thieves release the music video for “Amsterdam” today, which was directed by Thomas James and shot in Kiev, Ukraine. “Amsterdam” is the first track off of the band’s sophomore album entitled Broken Machine, which is set for release on September 8th, 2017 via Sony Music U.K./RCA Records.
WhiteNails Debuts New Song “Done and Gone”
Quebec hard rock band WhiteNails has signed with New York-based independent rock label Magnetic Eye Records (Ghastly Sound, Summoner). The electric six-piece, who plays amped-up rock ‘n’ roll imbued with massive riffs and a vintage swagger, will release its debut LP, First Trip, on May 26. In advance of the record’s release, Metal Injection premieres the new song, “Done and Gone”, saying, “WhiteNails brings the stoner rock with a heavy dose of hypnotic psychedelia, and it’s fantastic.”
ALAN WALKER RELEASES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO FOR “TIRED” FEAT. GAVIN JAMES
orwegian artist/producer Alan Walker today releases his fourth single and video for “Tired” feat. Gavin James via Sony Music Sweden/RCA Records. The video was directed by Alexander Halvorsen and the track is available at all digital service providers.
“Faze Me” by Anya Marina
The fourth phase of Anya Marina’s upcoming Serious Love EP is here, and it comes in the form of her new single “Faze Me.” This track is now available to stream and purchase at all digital outlets. Anya’s Serious Love EP, out June 16 on Good Rope Records.
Fueled By Ramen alt synth-pop band flor today released their debut album, come out. you’re hiding.
Madou releases debut single on NEST
“Nowhere Else” is the debut single from Madou, the recently upstarted project from Belgian production duo, Jochen Sablon and Vincent De Boeck. The duo have worked together for years in the past, and the Madou project sees the guys reverting to the open-minded approach to art that they possessed as teenagers, or as they put it, “No genres, no expectations, no strings attached.”
TWIZTID to Host Inaugural “Astronomicon” Pop Culture Convention in Detroit – February 9-11, 2018
Everyone’s favorite demented duo, 12x Billboard chart-topping rappers TWIZTID, will take part in their biggest venture yet early next year. TWIZTID are pleased to announce their very own pop culture convention! The inaugural Astronomicon will take place from February 9-11, 2018 just outside of the duo’s native Detroit at the Wyndham Garden Sterling Heights in Michigan. The event will feature special appearances by professional wrestling legend Mick Foley, horror icon Sid Haig, Friday the 13th star Kane Hodder and many more surprise guests TBA!
Choir Vandals Sign with Animal Style Records
St Louis, MO’s Choir Vandals have signed with Animal Style Records and will release their debut full-length album “Dark Glow” on July 14th.
The band is premiering a new song/video for “Holiday Girls” exclusively on Paste Magazine.
Collie Buddz Album Out Today Exclusively on Apple Music/iTunes
Today, international reggae star Collie Buddz releases Good Life, his first full-length LP in 10 years. Good Life, premiered by The FADER and available exclusively on Apple Music + iTunes, hits all other digital platforms on May 26th.
JASMINE THOMPSON’S EP WONDERLAND OUT TODAY!
UK singer/songwriter Jasmine Thompson’s new EP Wonderland is available now. The new EP features “Old Friends,” co-written by Megan Trainor. Also featured on the EP is the remix version of “Old Friends” by Jonas Blue.
Young Dolph Addresses the Attempt on His Life in WSHH Documentary
Young Dolph didn’t miss a beat responding to an attempt on his life earlier this year with an unrelenting barrage of bangers titled Bulletproof. Today, Dolph fclears up hazy details with “KING,” a documentary presented by WorldStarHipHop. “KING” follows the heels of the stunning visual for “I’m So Real.” Directed by We Hard Productions, the dreamlike visual follows Young Dolph as he dodges snakes through a lakeside forest. With “I’m So Real,” Young Dolph takes yet another victory lap in his parade around the rap game.
American Songwriter Premiered Future Lives’ New Single, “The Knowing”
“The word “supergroup” can be something of a catch-all for musical collaborations, but new band Future Lives truly embody the word. While they have six members at their core, the band — made up of players from King of Prussia, Drive-By Truckers, and Japancakes, as well as several solo artists — pulled together 14 musicians for their forthcoming debut album Mansions (6/27).
Collapsing Scenery Share New Video
The band’s Reggie Debris explains that the track is about “the awful frequency with which new regimes and new systems mimic the worst qualities of those they replace.” The single is available digitally and on 12″ vinyl with remixes by Oliver, Tom Of England, Chris Holmes, Certain Creatures and Henri.
Lunar Electric Releases New Single “Barnburner”
Los Angeles rock band Lunar Electric have released their explosive new single “Barnburner.” The track is the first release from the band since their self-titled EP in 2015. “Barnburner” is now streaming on Glide and on Lunar Electric’s official Soundcloud page.
Released by 400 Summers, a new joint venture between YG’s 4Hunnid Records and DJ Mustard’s 10 Summers, Mr. LA is a tribute to RJ’s home city and a celebration of the leading role that the city has assumed in hip-hop over the past half-decade. The follow-up to his successful OMMIO series of mixtapes, Mr. LA that RJ is a leader in the L.A. rap renaissance. Releasing on May 26th, the upcoming album will feature appearances from YG, Quavo, Schoolboy Q, Ty Dolla $ign, Blac Youngsta and Earl Swavey, as well as production from DJ Mustard, Mike WiLL Made It, Larry J, Authentic, and others. With a full tracklist revealed by XXL last week, Mr. LA is currently available for pre-order.
