Feature stories and artist interviews
New Jersey based alternative rock band JUST 6 HOURS has released the official lyric video for their single, “One Way Doors,” off of their sophomore EP, Sober, which is out NOW via Moto Records. “‘One Way Doors’ is a song about drug use and not being able to become sober, like going through a door…
With the immense success of Famous Dex’s latest single, “Japan” cultivating over 100 million total stream – the official “Japan” music video is here, and yes, Famous Dex traveled to Japan to film it. The heavily-animated and lively music video is a direct translation of Famous Dex’s vibrant personality as he’s flirting with women, dancing…
One of the best pure rappers in hip-hop’s new wave, Florida’s wifisfuneral crafts cerebral and head-knocking rap tracks. Uniting over a Jahlil Beats-produced heater, wifi and fellow riser YBN Nahmir show off their skills on the uptempo “Juveniles,” wifi’s latest video. In the video, the two emcees work as trainers to a crew of scantily clad ladies, as they prepare for…
Silver Spoon is made up of lead singer/guitarist Cristiano Sadun, bassist Vittorio Pinelli, guitarist Jørn Wangensteen Larsen, and drummer Morten Haga. Along with the firm Nordic backbone, both Sadun and Pinelli bring an inherently Mediterranean flair to the group’s sound due to the fact they were both born and raised in Italy. Bringing classical guitars…
“The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.”- Google’s definition of freedom. But what does freedom mean to you? For some, it’s a feeling, for other’s it’s an action. For indie/alternative band, StereoRiots, it’s been a coming-of-age tale that begins in the capital of the United States,…
British Virgin Islands’ recording artist Ouida Nisbett-Turnbull is bringing the party inside with her debut video “Let’s Not Fete Tonight”. Directed by Philip Richards aka Island Director and shot on the beautiful islands of Tortola and Virgin Gorda, “Let’s Not Fete Tonight” shows the majestic town before the destruction of Hurricane Irma. Electro synth pads…
So as we all kick into the first official weekend of summer, we have some awesome music from the duo In A Chord. Cindy Ballaro and Paul Huff have been performing together as In-A-Chord since March 2015. They bring to the world original and unique inspirational songs, melodies and harmonies, coupled with a delivery that…
With the chiming of what may as well be church organs grinding through the lens of a shimmering synthesizer, Wesley Jensen & The Penny Arcade come strutting out of the darkness and bring all of the shadows with them on “All” the opening track of their new extended play, Something New, out at the end…
Detroit native Alex Maniak aka Shortly is excited to drop her new song “Spare Time” today, her first offering of new music since signing to New York’s Triple Crown Records last year. The track was produced by Hop Along guitarist Joe Reinhart (Modern Baseball, Smidley, Algernon Cadwallader) at The Headroom in Philadelphia, PA – along…
In a time when popular music is dominated by synths, samples, and autotune, many music fans have become wistful for the humanistic sounds of organic instruments. Just as some think the last string has been strummed, an eclectic concoction of raw roots, punk, psychedelia, and vaudeville has been brewing up in the Northeast city of…
MADARASI is a producer from Chennai who is building momentum with his new single ‘Water on Mars‘. An emerging talent in electronica, MADARASI merges elements of future bass and trap to techno and house. ‘Water On Mars‘ consists of intricate melodies, atmospheric themes and ambient soundscapes, this is a record that will surely grab your attention.…
Lead para – MzVee is a famous musician; she has a passion for music and she has also received many awards in Ghana for her hit songs. One of the shocking truths about MzVee is that she never dated with anyone after entering into the music industry. However, there have been a lot of rumours…
“I believe in the power of music to transform: transform a bad mood into a good one or change a challenging time into reflection and inspiration. I want to break through the noise, connect with listeners on a visceral level and help them process the rollercoaster ride of emotions and life.” Two and a half…
Singer/songwriter Simon Lunche has packed a near-lifetime of musical experience into just 19 years. Along with taking up guitar at age five—and soon becoming the youngest endorsed artist in the history of Gibson Guitars during his time as the lead singer of The Blondies—he’s built up a vast musical knowledge that includes composing all the…
Prodigiously gifted singer, songwriter and guitarist Joel Hernandez is just 20, but the pop-rock wunderkind has already absorbed a lifetime of music. Growing up in El Campo, Texas, he soaked up the region’s diverse soundscapes. Through his multi-generational musician family, he learned how to be a thoughtful and emotive songwriter. Joel’s debut is rife with…
“Evoking comparisons with Stevie Nicks the songs on her potent debut mini-album reflect inspirational and empowering messages lyrically. The music is solid, strongly singable, and will delightfully lodge in listeners internal musical repertoire for a long time.” – Diversions LA In an earlier lifetime of performing, Rainey did a lot of busking, playing bars, hotels…
ABOUT “THE CLIMB” – ”This song was inspired by a trip to Peru I took in 2011 and visiting Machu Picchu. It was an extremely powerful journey that opened the space for even deeper healing when I returned home. The track explores seeing the struggle/adversity in life/art/growth as an offering to something greater and as…
Gwen Stefani spent her childhood and adolescence in Anaheim, California, a suburban girl living just a stone’s throw from Disneyland. It was her older brother, Eric, who founded No Doubt, the hybrid ska/punk/rock band that would help Stefani make her way into the musical limelight with their 1995 breakout album, Tragic Kingdom. The band’s unique…
Rising, British pop prodigy Emily Burns has today released her catchiest single yet, and the third cut to be taken from her forthcoming debut mini-album ‘Seven Scenes From The Same Summer’, out 20th July on 37 Adventures (JONES, salute, Geowulf). New track ‘Cheat’ perfectly demonstrates Emily’s knack for story telling in her music, with her…
Pioneering his own an introspective and brash brand of West Coast rap, Cozz is on a steady rise to the top of the rap game. Disrupting a local talk show with his grounded honesty, Cozz loudly proclaims his individuality on “Bout It,” his latest video. Boasting a vibrant guest appearance from rap-n-b riser Garren, “Bout…
In Vain came up from the musical concerns of a group of friends at Madrid, Spain. At the beginning, they played their favourite bands’ songs (Iron Maiden, Running Wild, Helloween…), but the next logical step in its evolution was to compose their own songs. Always working to get further, they recorded in 2009 their debut album entitled ‘Of Gods And Men’,…
The road to redemption is paved with shadows of the past, but those who are able to see greatness at the end of this road shine brightly, even through the darkest shade. A man with a troubled youth, Duncan Morley is now on a righteous path and blue skies are ahead. With the help of The…
For more than sixty years, optimism has poured through Herb Alpert’s horn. There’s joy in his tone, hope in his phrasing, and exuberance in his sense of time. While he’s far too observant to miss any of the world’s troubles, he’s always believed that love and creativity would carry the day. That’s the spirit that…
Today, Meg Myers reveals the chilling video for “Numb,” the lead single from her forthcoming album ‘Take Me To The Disco,’ out 7/20 on 300 Entertainment. The video, directed by Clara Aronavich, shows Meg going about her day in a haze, surrounded by people intruding on her personal space. It’s a powerful, spine-tingling visual that…
Calgary based DJ and producer, Stickybuds, is back on Westwood Recordings, this time he has teamed up with vocalist Richard Kim (from Malente fame), on “Crooked Politicians,” out today. Never one to shy away from combining music with activism, Stickybuds shines a light on the influence of lobbyists and big money in politics while continuing…
Sometimes your talent hides from you, but shines for everyone else. This was just the case for smooth jazz artist, Dave Sereny. Producers who have worked with legends such as R&B superstars Aaliyah and R. Kelly took notice to Dave’s talent, telling him “you’re going to do a record with me.” Recently, one of such…
There’s no place in the world like Nashville. It’s possible that no city anywhere has a greater concentration of talented musicians – people who write, and play, and dream songs that connect with millions around the world. David Olney is one of those musicians: his compositions have been recorded by legendary artists like Emmylou Harris,…
From his early days on the comedy stage to playing lovable football fanatic, Hayden Fox, on the long running television sitcom Coach and Zeek Braverman on the dramatic television series, Parenthood to countless legendary big screen roles, actor Craig T. Nelson’s career has been as versatile as it is prolific. Movie audiences have been loving…
Recording Artist Joelina Drews releases her sultry new single, Scream My Name today, May 18th,available on all digital and streaming platforms worldwide. Combining Pop with R&B, her music gives way for Joelina’s sultry mezzo-soprano voice to shine while maintaining her pure pop sensibilities. Destined for pop stardom, Joelina Drews has been surrounded by music her…
Chicago duo DRAMA, comprised of vocalist and writer Via Rosa and producer Na’el Shehade, release their new Lies After Love EP today, alongside the video for single “Majid”. At the end of last month, DRAMA teased the video in an interview with the FADER, who referred to the band as “sleek and dancey….and the kind…
Decca Records is proud to release The Official Recording of The Royal Wedding, one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year. Having recorded the entire service live at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle today, every piece of music, the readings, blessings and the vows will be available to listen to permanently on all streaming services…
Her first single under her new moniker, indie pop artist Dearly, previously known as Amanda Jones, has dropped her debut single “Get With You Alone’ (produced by Caleb Turman and Austin Bello), out TODAY. A seamless blend of mainstream indie and soulful pop, “Get With You Alone” is the perfect representation of Dearly’s rebrand, which…
Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company, today announced the signing of Toronto singer, songwriter and influencer Johnny Orlando. With a combined social following of over 16 million fans and notable award nominations – most recently 2018 Kids’ Choice Awards nominee for Favorite Musical YouTube Creator and in 2017 Favorite Viral Music Artist – under…
To make a big statement, one needs a big platform. What’s the greatest platform in music history? Radio. And what’s the most efficient way to get your music played on the radio? By force, of course! From Brooklyn, parts of New Jersey, all the way to Florida, next generation hip-hop artist, GV is getting radio…
An artist’s appearance, his showmanship and instrumental talents may be important; but, real music fans know that songwriting is the lifeblood of the industry. A good song reigns supreme and comes before everything else and Daniel Correa nails it again. Now that he’s graduating from college with a music degree and “official” adulthood is beginning…
Pop recording artist Emin Eminzada, today announced the release of his upcoming international release, “Behind the Curtain”. The powerful ballad showcases the classically trained artist and musician’s baritone voice. “Behind the Curtain” is produced and written by 2x Grammy nominated producer/singer-songwriter Drew “Druski” Scott (Teyana Taylor, Zendaya, Nick Jonas, Jake Miller, Fantasia, Michelle Williams) and…
BUNNIES is co-fronted by Jeremy Dubs and Jack Science, the possessors of unforgettably eerie voices and true originals on the Western Massachusetts rock scene. Those familiar with the Northampton underground rock will recognize Dubs and Science from Speak!, Severe Severe, Rabbit Rabbit, and their collaborations with R. Stevie Moore; that was Dubs singing the chorus…
A veteran New York rapper and a respected businessman, Jim Jones exemplifies the classic rags-to-riches story. Taking over VIP in a neon-lit club, Jones lives a life of luxury in “Gotta Play The Game,” his latest video. Featuring a standout appearance from YFN Lucci, whose soaring melodic hook perfectly fits the piano-led production, “Gotta Play The Game” is a hustler’s…
While maneuvering your way through the living drama that is life, it often begins to seem like a never-ending sequence of random events that just, you know… happen. But hindsight is 20/20, and when you take a look back at the years passed, those scattered pieces of experience and emotion begin to form a brilliant…
It is often said that music has the power of bringing people together, and rock duo 18th & Addison is living, breathing proof. Consisting of New Jersey natives Tom Kunzman and Kait DiBenedetto, this punk powerhouse embodies the idea of working for what you love, with who you love. No strangers to Indie Nation, the…
