With summer lying in wait, Lisa Prank is coming out of hibernation and embracing the sun. Robin Edwards’ Seattle-based solo project has gained a dedicated following thanks to her expert marriage of a bubbly sound and all-too-relatable lyrics. Following 2014’s exceptional Crush on the World, Lisa Prank returns with a breezy but focused collection of…
Premiered today on BBC Radio1 is Mark Pritchard’s “Beautiful People”, the latest track from his upcoming album Under The Sun. Following the previously released “Sad Alron”, the hauntingly gorgeous song features a vocal collaboration from Thom Yorke, and demonstrates the producers ability for sonic storytelling. Pritchard says “The original instrumental to Beautiful People is a…
Founded by the singer Julia Mattila and guitar player Riku Mäkinen, SEELE originally started out as a two person project. During the summer 2015 they began recording their debut album “Jos Vain Kaiken Jättäisin” and in December the last recordings were finished. The album will feature ten songs, including the first single release “Enkelten Luona”.…
Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite will release their second album titled Until the End of the Moon on May 13th via German Label Dance Macabre Records. The group also announced a U.S. East Coast Tour in support of the album that will take them to N.Y. Philadelphia, Virginia, Asheville, St. Petersburg, Orlando, among…
Capitol Records will introduce U.K. artist Barns Courtney with a U.S. tour that kicks off next week at SXSW in Austin. He’ll perform at the NME, Americana Music Association and Paradigm showcases, the WFUV and Floodfest parties and a live KGSR broadcast. After SXSW, Barns Courtney will appear on the Western leg of Alt Nation’s…
Los Angeles post-punk revivalists Drinking Flowers have shared the disorienting video for their catchy single “Black Monday” off of their upcoming album New Swirled Order. Guitarist Alexander describes the making of the video… “‘Black Monday’ is a simple and straightforward song. We originally imagined the video to be the same. We pictured normal people caught…
Peter Unger is a Reverend out of Allentown, PA. He has a vision to create a path for Christians to learn and reintroduce themselves to the teachings of God. He believes we are living in a period of transition, he wants to paint the trail with love and music. Audio: https://od.lk/s/Nl83MDExMDU4NF8/Take%20The%20Flame%20Out%2016%20Bit.mp3 Rev. Unger has a…
Canadian singer/songwriter Claudia Norris has been writing her own tunes since the age of 14 and singing since she was a little kid, so she definitely has experience under her belt at this point. Shine is her third EP release in which tips the hat to her influences Hilary Duff, Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson’s…
Chicago native and Berklee School of Music graduate Josh Phillips may have a stellar musical pedigree, but his EP release New Beginnings never sounds like he’s slumming it. Phillips makes his home these days in Nashville, Tennessee and has embraced the AOR/pop country style with comfortable assurance. This six song collection is slick, expertly produced…
Hello to all in this world & beyond who love music & live it everyday like I do. So lots going on in music today plus we got Tyler Colt here so lets get to it. We are truly going global in all industries, Sony Music Entertainment have signed accomplished musician Davido to a groundbreaking…
“Angels Are Found” shows off Rev Peter Unger’s celebration of the everyday heroes. His lyrics focus on those who make the world a better place in ways that people often take for granted. Rev Peter Unger describes a wide plethora of individuals from caregivers to teachers, those who change lives in small yet ultimately significant…
Your enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kit must have antibodies, as they are a key component. These are what you use to identify antigens in the blood. There are many types of antibodies that you can choose from. You, however, should be careful with the ones that you choose because even though some are effective, others are…
Alright…here’s what I don’t expect at any given point in time; to like a song with a title calling it “Pickup Truck.” Instantly picturing tailgate-parties and redneck family-reunions…I was more than pleasantly surprised that Avi Jacob was nothing at all like I’d imagined he’d sound on his new single “Pickup Truck” – there are no…
Airy Jeanine’s “Do You” is a perfect pop song dedicated to unrequited love. Backed by crisp percussion the song positively bounces. The infectious groove is made just right, not too fast or slow, “Do You” glides by ever so gently. Neon-hued synthesizers help to lead the song forward. Lyrically the song reflects upon the infinite…
CHEMICAL BROTHERS “WIDE OPEN” Directed by their long-term video collaborators dom&nic – previous visuals include the legendary ‘Hey Boy Hey Girl’ and ‘Setting Sun’ videos – The Chemical Brothers release the stunning new video for ‘Wide Open ft Beck’. Taken from their number 1 album ‘Born In The Echoes’, the video centres on the evocative…
Corlyx are taking electro music to a completely new level, melting beautifully arranged pop melodies and glamour with an affection towards the grotesque. The singer-songwriter duo Brandon Ashley and Caitlin Stokes have created a unique sound of their own which has been praised by people such as Chris Pitman of Guns’n’Roses who recently shared their…
For The Kill’s “Fire & Whiskey” is hard rock at its absolute best. Dominating through sheer volume the songs pummel the listener into submission. Tying the songs together is Frank’s commanding vocals which rise above the intense riffing. Joey C.’s attention to detail is particularly satisfying as his guitar playing is pure perfection. Tommy D’Angelis’s…
“High Time Now” shows off Stevie Fitz’s joyful carefree approach to dance music. With a light touch the sounds shine brightly. Balearic in tone the piece has an airy feel to it as if at any moment the sounds will simply disappear. Keeping it light certainly helps to emphasize Kate Walsh’s incredible vocals. Kate Walsh’s…
So across my desk slides the new 9 track CD from Nashville based 3 piece band “My Politic.” “My Politic” are: Kaston Guffey (vocals/guitar), Nick Pankey (bkg.vocals/guitar), Wilson Conroy (bkg.vocals/banjo/dobro mandolin, banjo). During my initial research of these 3, there were a few lines from their bio that I really liked: It all began back…
Some pretty inventive stuff coming out of the speakers this morning due to the dark-art & mischevious-music of Rockford, Illionois’ industrial/goth/electro/rock band Shadows & Mirrors. A set of rhythmic-grooves that pulse wildly like the beginning spurts of a jugular-stabbing; the music still has a ton of life to it thrashing out. It is very difficult…
No pens or paper needed for this Rhode Island-based artist as Richard H keeps it all up stairs in the old memory bank. It’s all about the quality and real truth when it comes to Richard H’s music accepting nothing less. With a debut album in the works that’s expected to be released in the…
It is 1964, mom and dad have loaded all of us kids into our modern 1960 Ford Station Wagon, we are Oceanside bound for a day of salty fun. Mom packed a picnic basket full of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, our favorite bag of crunchy delicious crisps are included, and a jug of icy-cold…
Hello music loving people of earth, it is amazing to have you all here today! Lots going on today on October 21 so lets get to it. In academic news today, starting this Fall, McNally Smith College of Music is rolling out a completely redesigned music theory curriculum that makes the time-honored subject more musically…
Dream Aria’s “Fallen Angel” radiates an intense power. The sounds is a hybrid of classical and metal, intermingling to create a unique blend. Intricate in scope greater volume allows the album’s flourishes to truly take shape. Lyrically the songs have a narrative sensibility and help to bind the songs together. At times Dream Aria weaves…
Frank Peters shows off his impressive flow on “50 Shades of Frank”. With a series of playful interludes the album has a thematic narrative. The songs take on an impressive array of styles from low slung cruising grooves to fast-paced rushes. Jazz flourishes appear throughout the album helping to tie the album together into a…
JAPANESE ROCK BAND ONE OK ROCK SELLS OUT FALL HEADLINE SHOWS Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK have been one of Tokyo’s best kept secrets for years until…now. Tix for the band’s upcoming first full U.S. tour went on sale in early July with the first of four shows set as headliners in theaters. All…
Fresh from dazzling the crowds on the triple j Unearthed stage at BIGSOUND this year, AYLA has announced the release of her upcoming debut self-titled EP with a brand new single ‘When The World Ends’, and a whirlwind run of intimate headline shows in November. Syncopated, breathy and heady with somewhat cynical lyrics and more…
Singer/songwriter/producer/massive hitmaker Sia releases today her brand new single entitled “Alive,” from her forthcoming album THIS IS ACTING (Monkey Puzzle Records/RCA Records). “Alive” was written by Sia, Adele and Tobias Jesso, Jr. and was produced by Jesse Shatkin, who also co-wrote and co-produced Sia’s massive four-time Grammy-nominated “Chandelier.” http://www.vevo.com/watch/USRV81500751
‘Soak’ is the latest track to expose the brooding anthemia of Liverpool five-piece, Cavalry. Haunting vocals and a fractured instrumental envelop and unravel before rushing towards a blazing, wide-screen refrain. The unannounced online release arrives in the wake of attention in 2015 from The Guardian and Music Week, as well as radio support from BBC…
So across my desk slides the new 5 track EP from Georgia based singer/songwriter Erica Sunshine Lee “Southern Amendment”. EP INFO: OSOUTHERN AMENDMENT contains raw stories about going to great lengths to protect what’s yours, whether it’s your lover, your home or yourself. This album has interwoven morals of redemption and forgiveness, and Erica Sunshine…
San Diego-based metallists Cage are set to return on October 30th, with the release of their latest metallic tour de force, ‘Ancient Evil,’ which has been prefaced by a lyric video for the killer composition, “The Procedure.” “We really love how creepy the video came out, it’s like a mini movie almost,” explains singer Sean…
With “Starseed” Hybrid the Rapper proves he is a rapper without peer. Throughout the album “Starseed” focuses on both the difficultly of the current reality while possessing hope for the future. By keeping the balance between these two diametrically opposed worlds, “Starseed” offers the promise of a better tomorrow. Hybrid the Rapper uses this conflict…
Chand K Nova shows off his considerable chops on the all-encompassing work of “The Wrath of Chand”. Without saying a word Chand K Nova’s album is able to embody all that is good about rock. Rhythms are kept slow and steady displaying a great deal of power. “N.V” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qOL1ItYGKI Audio: https://soundcloud.com/chand-k-nova/sets/the-wrath-of-chand Absolutely no time is…
The Latin origin of the name Carmen means“song”, “tune” or “poem” and Tosca is a Puccini opera which is the perfect combination for this multi-dimensional musician. Carmen Tosca started playing piano at five and is classically trained as her South African roots have helped Carmen evolve into one diversified artist. As an accomplished musician and…
Mixing the primal with the electronic, Ordinary People’s “Hero of the Doom” is an intense ritualistic recording. At times the pieces feel incredibly raw with simplistic hypnotic rhythms anchoring the otherwise menacing chaotic aural landscapes. Length serves an important purpose throughout the album: by letting the songs unfurl ever so gradually their cyclical nature gives…
Tunsi is an Indie hip-hop artist from Connecticut who says hell no to Radio/mainstream but a big hell yes to a more original and energized underground scene. Growing up on the East Coast, Tunsi was cuttin’ records and breakdancing in the early 80s as the rap/hip-hop culture has been a huge part of his life.…
When you picture the greatest-of-the-greats in your mind – what do you see in your mind? For me…not only do I see the incredible skills and talent of whatever people are involved, but a great many things that led them to their time in the spotlight. Combinations of atmospheres, attitudes and intense learning and perseverance…
Agent 13’s demands to be played loud, very loud. Blasting forth with great energy they work in the tradition of great, fast, classic and punk rock. With this unstoppable force they simply burn through their track lengths on “Cloak and Dagger”. Yet these are exactly the kinds of things that get stuck in the mind…
Girl On The Run’s “Get Out Of My Life” rejects the negativity that can influence a life and embraces positivity. Such things can be difficult to do. Oftentimes the negativity of life can feel all-encompassing as if there is no escape. Ultimately however it is up to each individual to find their own happiness in…
JEWEL RETURNS TO HER ROOTS WITH PERSONAL NEW ALBUM PICKING UP THE PIECES She first appeared on the scene like a supernova and now, just five years since her last singer-songwriter album, Jewel is returning to the deep, personal territory and folk sound that made her one of music’s most exciting young voices when she…
