ZAYN RELEASES “TOO MUCH” FEATURING TIMBALAND
ZAYN has released “Too Much” today, his latest track from his forthcoming second album via RCA Records. “Too Much” was
recorded in Hollywood and co-written by ZAYN and Timbaland, along with Angel Lopez and Federico Vindver of Timbaland
Productions. Timbaland also produced the track. You can listen to “Too Much” here.
Cosmic Strip channel Beach House in soaring, psychedelic infused EP lead single ‘Heavenly’
London shoegazers Cosmic Strip share psychedelic infused new single Heavenly, the first slice taken from their debut EP out later
this summer.
Masterminded by frontwoman Camella Agabalyan and self-described as “music to watch girls by, music to move the stars”, the
band’s mesmerising latest cut draws welcome comparisons to the likes of Beach House and Alvvays and follows on from their first
few initial releases last year.
New Collie Buddz Music Video ‘Love & Reggae’
“Excited to share my brand new single “Love & Reggae” with you guys! Had alot of fun creating this and as soon as we finished the
riddim I knew we had something. Per your request moving forward I will be including lyrics with all songs. As always your feedback
is important so listen, share and let me know what you think!” – Collie Buddz
VANCE JOY BRINGS “UKULELES FOR KIDS” TO CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS ACROSS THE U.S.
Today, multi-platinum, Australian singer/songwriter Vance Joy announces a new initiative called “Vance Joy – Ukuleles for Kids” in
partnership with Kala and MyMusicRx. Exclusively announced via Billboard, the newly founded program will provide the
opportunity for children’s hospitals across the United States to opt into donation throughout the month of August. In September,
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, ukuleles and how-to video lessons will be delivered to hospitals that have opted in to
the program. More details can be found at http://www.vancejoy.com/ukulelesforkids.
LEAH: “THE QUEST” DETAILS REVEALED
The Celtic metal songstress LEAH will release her new album “The Quest” on October 5th in Europe and North America through
Inner Wound Recordings.
The album was mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen [Volbeat, Amaranthe, Evergrey] and musicians on the album includes Troy
Donockley [Nightwish], Timo Somers [Delain], Chen Balbus [Orphaned Land], Barend Courbois [Blind Guardian] and Sander Zoer
[ex. Delain].
With a strong Celtic & Fantasy connection, some prog rock elements, ethereal ambiance, combined with traditional Symphonic
Metal elements, this is an album LEAH is very proud to present.
TO END IT ALL: Avant-Garde/Death Industrial Duo Featuring Members Of Eye Of Nix To Release Scourge Of Woman LP
Avant-garde/death industrial duo TO END IT ALL will release their Scourge Of Woman full-length via Scry Recordings this fall.
Formed in the autumn of 2016, long-time collaborators — noise artist Masaaki Masao and vocalist Joy Von Spain — began to create
new work as TO END IT ALL, forging songs from rhythmic harsh noise, experimental music, instrument sampling, and voice.
Scourge Of Woman draws inspiration from death industrial and black noise acts like Pig Heart Transplant, Blue Sabbath Black
Cheer, Sutekh Hexen, Throbbing Gristle, as well as artists like Onielar, Diamanda Galas, and Cosey Fanni Tutti.
NEBU KINIZA SHARES NEW SONG AND VIDEO FOR “ALL IN”
Today, Atlanta via Queens rapper Nebu Kiniza shares his new single “All In” which is available to stream and purchase now at all
digital service providers via RCA Records.
“All In” shows Nebu employing the same infectious songwriting ability evident in his previous releases, “Wake Up” ft. Lil Yachty and
his 2016 critically-acclaimed Platinum single “Gassed Up,” which has amassed over 141 million streams on Spotify. The new track,
produced by Dollie, sees Nebu flexing his lyrical dexterity and delivering another enthralling hook that makes “All In” an ideal jam
for windows-down, bass-bumping summer listening. Nebu also releases the accompanying visual, which shows him doing just
that, cruising carefree on a summer afternoon in LA before leveling up to a new ride as night falls.
‘Yonge Street’ – Group Project
“We’re a band called Group Project from Montreal, Canada. The three of us are in college/university and our music is aimed
mainly at students & people like us who like to party!
Our new song ‘Yonge Street’ just came out a few days ago and we’d love for you to check it out!!! It’s a college party Pop/Electronic
song with a lot of Rock elements built into it.”
Curling Premieres New LP Definitely Band via Atwood Magazine
Curling is a self-styled “commuter band.” Jojo Brandel and Bernie Gelman originally met while they were both part of the vibrant
Bay Area music scene. The two guitarists/singers share a love for swirling shoegaze haze, great pop songwriting (particularly the
Beatles!), and the guitar pyrotechnics of bands like Television and American Football.
Ohio-based Transgender Musicians DreamStates Release Statement on DOJ ‘Religious Liberty Task Force’
In the wake of U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ announcement this week of a ‘religious liberty task force’ within the Department
of Justice, transgender musicians and activists DreamStates have released a statement.
“As two proud transgender women, Madeline Eckhart and I have no interest in staying silent while lawmakers in this country try to
strip us of our freedoms, rights, and protections under the law,” says Natalie Grace Martin. The ‘task force’ is the latest in a recent
string of administrative changes that threaten the rights and civil liberties of transgender citizens today.
“This action marks yet another in a long series of devious attempts by this administration to silence, invalidate, and marginalize
LGBT Americans.
The War and Treaty’s “Healing Tide” now streaming at NPR Music
In advance of the release, the husband and wife pair was recently featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered,” where host Michel
Martin declared, “If you are planning to see any live music this summer, we are told that our next guests are the ones to see.”
Listen to the full the interview HERE. Additionally, of the album’s title track, Rolling Stone praises, “…joyfully relentless…
reminiscent of classic Ike and Tina Turner rock-infused soul,” while the album track, “Are You Ready to Love Me?,” recently
premiered at Billboard and was also highlighted in Rolling Stone Country’s “10 Best Country and Americana Songs of the Week.”
Sexy Dex and The Fresh – ‘Don’t Play My B-Sides’ – Out on 10/15
Sexy Dex and The Fresh formed in New Orleans in 2014 starting with just Dexter Gilmore on guitar and vocals and Evan Cvitanovic
playing drums. They’ve since added Gabrielle Washington (Synth and vocals), Andrew Landry (Bass), and Ben Buchbinder (Synth)
to complete their sound, which is dreamy dance-able pop music, grabbing influences from 80’s funk reminiscent of Prince or Rick
James, as well as bands like My Bloody Valentine. The band released their first EP, 665 Roses Collection, in 2015 and their first
full-length, Plus One Edition, was released by Community Records in 2016. Their latest, an EP titled Don’t Play My B-Sides, is being
self-released on October 15, 2018.
London trio KIN share stunning new single ‘Youth’
Today, 2/8/18, London based 3-piece KIN release new a new track entitled ‘Youth’. Written about “choosing freedom – and the price
you pay for doing so”, the track is the trio’s fourth release is many months – all of which, written and self-recorded during a week
long stint in a cottage in the Welsh countryside.
ZEVIOUS: “Ritual Based Symmetries” Streaming At Metal Injection
New York City-based trio ZEVIOUS — featuring members of Dysrhythmia, Sabbath Assembly, Many Arms, Smother Party, and others
– presents “Ritual Based Symmetries,” the new single from their impending fourth LP, Lowlands, pending August release through
Nefarious Industries. The track has been issued through a premiere at Metal Injection.
Lowlands marks ZEVIOUS’ first effort for Nefarious Industries and offers a subtle change in direction from their previous two
releases. On Lowlands, the band explores a hypnotic and more streamlined rhythmic approach while maintaining their abrasive
edge with influences ranging from new-wave and 20th century composition to doom and black metal.
Ruel Reveals Official Video For “Younger” Today
Today, RCA artist Ruel revealed the official video for his latest single “Younger.” Directed by Grey Ghost, the video is intended as a
short film and explores what it means to choose your path early on in life. “The storyline in the ‘Younger’ video isn’t a direct
reinterpretation of the lyrics. Instead of it being about you and your mate choosing different paths over time, it’s about choosing
your own path (spoiler alert).” Ruel told Billboard Magazine.
Delta Sleep share new single and video for ‘Sans Soleil’
Speaking about the new single, they say, “UK band Delta Sleep are part math rock, part emo, but not in the usual Kinsella-inspired
“Midwest emo” way. They kinda sound like a cross between Minus the Bear and The Progress, and if that comparison excites you in
any way, Delta Sleep will probably get you feeling pretty nostalgic.
BLOOD OF SERPENTS: Decibel Debuts The First Single “Devil’s Tongue”
Swedish black metal horde BLOOD OF SERPENTS issue the first single “Devil’s Tongue” from their sophomore album “Sulphur
Sovereign”, due for release on September 25 via Non Serviam Records on digipak CD and digitally.
States the band: “‘Devil’s Tongue’ channels the Pre-enochian black magicks lost in times long past. The arcane language of hell is
at the smoldering heart of this blistering track. Let the words burn bright as a beacon of insolence!”
Video Premiere! Jay Watts – “Single Friends” – Official Music Video
Emerging artist Jay Watts has debuted the sensual music video for his latest single “Single Friends.” (Achitechz Remix)
The Jet Phynx Films-directed visuals finds the singer/songwriter caught up between his girl and her single friend’s influence.
Rocking a orange bubble jacket and gold frames while seated in his Rolls Royce, Watts croons to his lady to be mindful of biased
advice. However, it might be too as he fears the damage is already done. “I don’t have the time now that I’m starting to see the
signs / I’d rather start over, redesign / Some things we just have to leave behind,” he sings.
Ruel Reveals Official Video For “Younger” Today — North American Tour Dates Announced
Today, RCA artist Ruel revealed the official video for his latest single “Younger.” Directed by Grey Ghost, the video is intended as a
short film and explores what it means to choose your path early on in life. “The storyline in the ‘Younger’ video isn’t a direct
reinterpretation of the lyrics — so instead of it being about you and your mate choosing different paths over time, it’s about
choosing your own path,” Ruel told Billboard Magazine.
WATCH: ST. LUCIA SHARES VIDEO FOR “A BRIGHTER LOVE”
Check out St. Lucia’s music video for “A Brighter Love” from their forthcoming third album Hyperion. Hyperion will be released on
Friday, September 21 and is available for pre-order here.
St. Lucia will embark on a headline tour across North America in support of the release of Hyperion this fall. The extensive run
kicks off on September 21 with two shows at New York City’s brand new 3200-capacity Pier 17.
Kiefer x Stones Throw Dungeon Session
Today Stones Throw Records relaunches the Dungeon Sessions with Los Angeles-based jazz pianist and beat maker, Kiefer. Backed
by live horns and drums, you can watch Kiefer’s piano chops and knack for improvisation come to life.
Jocelyn Alice Releases New Music Video for “Still Wondering” Today
Female pop artist Jocelyn Alice released a music video for her single “Still Wondering” today via Disruptor Records/RED MUSIC.
The picturesque video takes a trip around Southern California, showcasing a vintage-chic Jocelyn letting loose with a few friends at
LA’s Griffith Park while also playing in the crashing waves of Malibu.
“The ‘Still Wondering’ music video was another chance to work with a lot of close friends. Emma Higgins is once again my dream
director, capturing the beauty and longing of being left still wondering,” shared Jocelyn.
Graham Nash Releases New “Teach Your Children” Video
Today, legendary artist Graham Nash released an animated video by New York-based filmmaker, animator, and painter Jeff Scher
for the timeless Nash-penned Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young anthem “Teach Your Children.” The political video parallels the social
justice issues the U.S. faced in the 1960s with those it faces today. Nash also announced a new batch of North American tour dates
in fall 2018 as he continues to support his most recent studio album This Path Tonight (2016) and the June 29th release of Over
the Years…, a 2-disc collection of Nash’s best-known songs from the past 50 years and more than a dozen unreleased demos and
mixes.
HALFNOISE Drops Brand New Video + KCRW’s “Today’s Top Tune”
A highlight track from the Flowerss EP, HALFNOISE is excited to share the brand new video for “All That Love Is.” Shot on 16mm film
in various locations in California, the song was given the retro video treatment by Director Sam Kristofski, known for his work with
Unknown Mortal Orchestra, GUM and The Babe Rainbow. Coinciding with the release of the music video, HALFNOISE has also
announced the Flowerss EP will soon be released on vinyl via Congrats Records.
I knew right away with this song that I wanted Sam to direct the video. He always has a such a creative and unique vibe and I knew
would be fun to collaborate with him on this song. Really, I just let him loose and he shot it all in California on 16mm film. That’s
the amazing thing about music videos and art in general — I would have never come up with this video concept, but now I can’t
hear this song without thinking of this video. – Zac Farro
