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Charley Young sings with a soulful swagger on the trance pop perfection of “Hold The Moon”. Electro impulses glimmer beneath the sleek polished surface. With a giddy quality Charley Young refuses to let things stay put for long. The energy that runs through the whole of the track feels outright incredible. By refusing to ever…
“This song brings me back to a very specific moment; sitting at my writing desk in the morning, staring out the window, hung-over, moved-out, and out of love. I recently searched back in my voice memos to find the original demo, and to my surprise it was on Feb 11, 2018. That was two days…
DETACH THE ISLANDS: “Culture Architects” Now Playing At Heavy Blog Is Heavy; The Burden To Become Fact Sees Release Next Week Heavy Blog Is Heavy is hosting the premiere of “Culture Architects,” the new single by Brooklyn, New York hardcore/powerviolence outfit DETACH THE ISLANDS, and their impending debut full-length, The Burden To Become Fact. The…
Bruce Springsteen. Bon Jovi. Whitney Houston. Those are names of bands/recording artists that people immediately think of when they think of New Jersey. Brianna Musco is striving for that New Jersey recognition with this Friday’s upcoming release of her EP release “Forever”. https://www.instagram.com/briannamusco/ “Forever” was an absolute blast writing and recording. The boys and I…
Hip-hop today is full of copycats: excessive bass, big 808 kicks, and bland songs without a message. However, in the underground, those willing to look for it will find real musical treasures. Jae Mansa – a two-man team consisting of Daron “Jae” Johnson and Brandon “B” Boone – is one of those pieces of gold…
“Cloud 9” is a single taken from The Violet Nines’ EP, which is also titled Cloud 9. The group also recently covered “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” Simple Minds’ huge hit from that John Hughes teen dramady The Breakfast Club, which may tell you even more about the band than this particular song does. Know…
Jacobs Run – New Single “Sleepwalking” Australian indie rock trio Jacobs Run, have enjoyed local and USA radio support for their singles “Hold On A Minute”, “Use”, “Better Days” and “So Beautiful”. Their music blends bold layers of guitar, strings and orchestration with captivating melodies along the lines of Oasis, The Verve, Snow Patrol, Stereophonics…
This is a NEW single, song visual for 2019 “BLOOD N HONEY” written and Performed by Canadian artist #Blow_flyy @Blow_flyy social media: distribution & Streaming platform link: Stream: https://ffm.to/5jp0nzjscd Blow_flyy Official Website: https://www.musicglue.com/blow-flyy https://www.instagram.com/blow_flyy/
Robert Ranson’s new album, Still Dreaming, lives up to its title. Due for release on July 20 and some 20 years in the making, it has its origins in an aborted effort titled Chase Your Dreams. That effort was recorded two decades ago, but kept under wraps until he could remake the record in a…
“Music is really magical to me—it’s motivational and it’s a way to connect,” shares Leanne Kelly, primary songwriter of New Spell. “When I was thinking of band names, I wanted something that conveyed music as having this mysterious force.” Today, the San Francisco-based indie-pop duo announces the third installment of its Of Time EP series…
Stephen Puth Releases Music Video For LOOK AWAY Today Via Arista Records Today, Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and musician Stephen Puth releases the official music video for his critically praised new single, “Look Away” via Arista Records. Penned by Stephen along with his brother and fellow musician, Charlie Puth, “Look Away” arrives as the third…
Soulful, Montreal-based singer-songwriter KAYTA releases her new single and video “TY” today. The Chilean and Slovakian songstress effortlessly blends hip-hop grit, R&B groove, and dreamy pop in an undeniable fashion. Throughout her music, KAYTA expresses her thoughts in an open and vulnerable way and “TY” is no different. Supporting the empowering themes of her previous…
XAVIER RUDD Announces North American Headline Tour This summer, Australian musician and multi-instrumentalist Xavier Rudd returns to North America for a headline tour that includes several festivals stops along the way – Reggae Rise Up on August 25, Dry Diggins on August 31, Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival on September 14 and San Diego’s…
The hot summer days are here, and everyone is itching to fire up the barbecue. For bands looking to get greater exposure, this creates the perfect opportunity to draw a crowd with a summer bash. However, throwing a summer barbecue bash, especially one that will turn a profit, can take a great deal of planning…
As a result of tight regulation that has, if anything, allowed online casino sites such as Starslots to prosper, the UK slot game industry is experiencing one hell of a boom. There are all manner of titles floating about these days, consumed by an ever-larger demographic of keen gamblers, ready to give it their all…
“The moment I heard ‘So Close,’ I knew it aligned perfectly with my free-spirit and would be on constant replay. This music video is my ultimate #NeverNotDancing mood, and I cannot wait for the world to dance along with me.” – Camille Kostek Having amassed over a quarter of a billion streams on their summer…
Today, Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and musician Stephen Puth releases the official video for his critically praised new single, “Look Away” via Arista Records. Penned by Stephen along with his brother and fellow musician, Charlie Puth, “Look Away” arrives as the third single from Stephen, following “Sexual Vibe” and “Half Gone.” Directed by Jason Lester…
Pete Muller smiles straight through the clip for “Let You In,” his latest single. It’s not a coy or enigmatic half-grin either; no, his happiness is apparent, even when he’s singing his heart out. Muller is the sort of performer with a smile in his voice – even when his thoughtful, skillfully-written songs get poignant,…
Introducing Sub Dio (mem. of The Ghost, Wunder Years) It’s always a good day when you check your inbox and find new music from Brian Moss. Today, I’m happy to introduce Sub Dio, a band that consists of a lot of familiar faces from the Bay Area punk scene. Featuring former members of Great Apes,…
Having released their first album in 11 years – Across the Meridian – this past October, Pram have today followed it up with a self-directed video for album track “Shadow in Twilight”. The video premiered at this year’s Flatpack Film Festival and features choreography from the professional dance troop, Danzia, whose faceless human figures align…
KORN ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘THE NOTHING’ KORN has announced details of their widely anticipated new LP, THE NOTHING, which will be released September 13th on Roadrunner Records / Elektra (album art / track listing below). Today, the band has shared the album’s first single “You’ll Never Find Me,” which is available at all DSPs along…
Former US Marine coming to from New Orleans, JayQ seamlessly combines hip-hop and pop to make music that embraces the joys and pains of life. His authentic, raw style, combined with his deep, sensual vocals, commands and focuses your attention; the enigma, however, that is JayQ, draws you in deep, implores you to explore and…
When encountering the band Like Machines, it’s important to know that they like to ask the big questions. One question of theirs, which is shouted in the chorus of their new single “Destitute,” is “Where are we supposed to go?” Although the question seems ambiguous without context, in reality, it refers to the widespread feeling…
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Las Vegas remains one of the most popular and famous gambling destinations in the world, with its rich history of casinos, hotels and shopping complexes to name but a few of its lures. There really is something for everybody in Vegas, and the world-famous Strip is the go-to place for your entertainment fix. Set over…
In his latest single and music video, the fuzz-frenzied “Are You Happy (Radio Mix),” Av Super Sunshine belts out the lyrics with an illustrious croon that has become a sort of calling card in his music, but there’s a stronger depth of emotion present in his vocal here than there is in anything else on…
The LaFontaines have shared their new single, ‘Switch Out The Light’, the latest track to be taken from their new album Junior, which was released earlier this month and went straight into the Top 40 as well as hitting the top spot on the Indie Chart. Infectious melodies weave between hard-hitting verses from frontman Kerr…
Led by a fuzzy guitar and a gentle drumbeat, Mariela’s Darkness in the Garden doesn’t waste any time in getting everyone within earshot of the mammoth melodies in “Shatter the Glass” on their feet and swinging in synchronicity with the rhythm. A classy croon inserts itself at the epicenter of all the action, and before…
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Buying a pre-owned Ford can be a worthwhile investment if you’re looking for a used vehicle that’s still reliable. The Ford brand has been in business for more than a century because of its reputation for selling top-notch vehicles at affordable prices. Here are a few things to look for when shopping for a pre-owned…
Brooklyn’s Joell Ortiz started on none other than Dr. Dre’s Aftermath label and built a huge buzz in the industry. He’s worked with legends like Just Blaze among others. He then signed to Shady Records as ¼ of the super-group Slaughterhouse. He’s worked with Hip-Hop titans Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Akon, and Big Daddy Kane.…
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FACEBOOK: https://www.hughiemac.com/ The latest single from singer/balladeer Hughie Mac, “Let’s Get Away”, picks up the torch Frank Sinatra sat down many years ago and carries this classic track into the modern era with flair and panache that Ol’ Blue Eyes would have likely appreciated. The single is culled from his most recent full length release Hughie…
Everybody loves a song about heartbreak. Though these kinds of works don’t necessarily invoke the happiest of feelings in listeners or even the artists themselves, these crying anthems are meaningful and serve as a fantastic outlet for the things we want to say to that lost love, but can’t. Jordanian singer King Deco takes full…
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If you travel outside of the country with your vape, you may quickly realize that vaping juices like space jam juice is not allowed in many countries. Around the world, vaping equals smoking, and is treated as such. However, there are a few more nuances to the law than that, most of which primarily deal…
As a video creator, you have to keep a lot of things on your mind in order to create the perfect video. There are a lot of video creators who post their work on Youtube for everyone to see. It’s a common action you’ll see, but before that can happen matters have to be tended…
This summer sees Eloise build on her already outstanding catalogue with two singles and a number of remixes. The first track “Like The Summer”, sees Eloise explore the world of Electronic music. The track builds using Eloise’s distinctive vocal hooks to a powerful crescendo, before a festival ready drop takes centre stage. Building a fearsome…
Carol C’s songwriting is a beguiling mix of paradoxes: conflicted then empowered, haunted then optimistic. The New York City native named her first solo album Seven— co-written with producer Justin Filmer (Liquid Agents) after the number of years it took to translate her recent life journey into a transcendent narrative. “All My Love,” the first…
Little Wise releases new single – Devil off my Back We all have our devils – the demons that hold us back from being the best versions of ourselves. The importance of trying to fight these devils is what songwriter Sophie Klein, AKA Little Wise is tackling with her latest single Devil off my Back.…
