Feature stories and artist interviews
The song “Graveyard” is the third single from the third album of the Bulgarian metal band Eufobia. The album, called simply Eufobia, was released in the autumn of 2016 by Wizard LTD. The video was created by the Bulgarian graphic designer and video director Val Volegna. It was the same artist, who had also made…
R E L is the stunning musical project of Los Angeles based singer-songwriter Arielle Sitrick. Her music radiates emotion, embodying what she calls EVOCA-POP™, etymologically derived from “evocative” and “pop”. Described by music tastemakers as a unique fusion of indie dream pop, alternative R&B and electro soul, R E L has conceived a sound unlike…
Today, pop singer/songwriter Meekha reveals “young,” the first single from her upcoming EP, Mercury In Retrograde. Produced by Matthew Heath and Gray Griggs, “young” – which is a song about growing up – brilliantly showcases Meekha’s sultry vocals and provocative lyrics. “young” officially launches today and is out everywhere now. Originally from Denver and now…
Americana/folk-rock duo The Contenders (singer-songwriter Jay Nash and singer/drummer Josh Day) is set to release its debut full-length album, Laughing with the Reckless, on November 3, 2017 via Rock Ridge Music (with distribution via ADA). The record is very much about the perseverance of hope in dark times along with the powerful connection of music,…
It’s been quite some time since we’ve last heard from The Men side-project Dream Police. In 2014 they released their debut LP Hypnotized, toured extensively, and ultimately, as side projects tend to work, they returned focus to their primary band. Luckily for us they got together recently and recorded a brand new single. ‘Revenge’ was…
Rising UK rock duo Anavae have today released their brand new EP Are You Dreaming? via Better Noise Records/ Eleven Seven, featuring the explosive new single ‘All Or Nothing’. It follows the release of the single ‘Are We Alone’ in September – you can watch the video for that track here. Formed of Rebecca Need-Menear…
“Tiptoe through your soul, maybe you’ll find your way back home.” These are the opening lines of Adina E’s riveting new single, “Changing”, a song so full, engrossing, yet decidedly nuanced that it’s hard to hear it once and not hit repeat. That’s the kind of songstress Adina is: one who can captivate listeners without…
Night Drive is an Austin / Houston based modern synth-pop duo whose self-titled record references cinematic science fiction landscapes in the vein of Tron or The Neon Demon. With infectious melodies layered over pulsing dance beats, the group create an ethereal electronic world drenched in noir aesthetics. Night Drive stylistic touch resembles that of Interpol…
Bibio is now sharing a new track from his album Phantom Brickworks out on November 3, 2017. He has this to say: “The landscape is ever changing. There are many places that have been abandoned, only to become hidden among plant life, often making them more beautiful in the process. There were also some beautiful…
It’s no secret that Clay Melton absolutely rocks, but in his new music video “Secrets” he insists he has something to tell you. What more can be said though, after we saw his natural talent on the guitar in his last video “Home,” and on the biggest music stages across Texas? We soon found out…
Annette Funicello, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spear, JC Chasez, and Christina Aguilera are all music icons who got their start on Disney’s The Mickey Mouse Club, now the first rapper in the 40 year history of the series steps to the M.I.C., meet Regan Aliyah. CLICK HERE 2 HEAR: REGAN ON HER GENERATION Regan Aliyah, 18,…
Los Angeles rising glam-rock artist, Alexa Villa, will be releasing her newest music video “Madhouse” on Friday, October 27th, 2017. Directed by Ra Dreyfus, the music video showcases Alexa Villa’s ferocity within every verse. At the onset, we are plunged headfirst into a frenzied orgy of visuals; alluring, abrasive, and exalting the fine line between…
16 year old singer-songwriter Kylie Spence is thrilled to release her latest single “The L Word” and announce her signing to Jungle Strut Music! The track was premiered yesterday, October 23rd, with Celeb Secrets, who produced an on-camera interview and live session with the 16 yr old songstress. “The L Word” is a twangy pop…
LA -based roots-rock band Jason Heath And The Greedy Souls is set to release its new album, But There’s Nowhere To Go, on October 13, 2017 via Industrial Amusement. It is the band’s second album for Wayne Kramer’s label. The record is a cry from the broken belly of the American Dream, where time, neglect,…
Staying true to the saying ‘good things come in threes’, today AYLA announces her second EP Let’s Talk Monday (out January 12), new single ‘Porcelain Doll’ and an East Coast tour presented by Rare Finds. Premiering via Goodnights with Linda on triple j, ‘Porcelain Doll’ is AYLA’s most matter-of-fact release to date – almost a…
Generationals are staying true to their name by honoring a generation of synth-heavy 80’s pop in their new single, “Catahoula Man”. This song marks the fifth single released by the band in 2017 alone, teasing fans ‘till their next fix of indie-pop gold. The band states that the inspiration for “Catahoula Man” stems from early…
Olisha spearheads the return of real pop for pop fans who have been denied it for far too long. Creating original, classic pop songs for a generation bored with manufactured bands, Olisha debuts with her single, “Strangers”. South African, Olisha, is passionate that she has control over every element of her music, from writing to…
We’ll put the warning right up front. These are two of the last songs you’re ever going to get from Silhouette Rising. Not because demand has slackened for the band’s music – on the contrary, the group’s legend continues to grow well beyond the city limits of Boston. These musicians retain their remarkable power to…
Massachusetts-bred, LA-based emcee/producer Skipp Whitman presents the music video for “Goodnight”. Produced, composed, and recorded by Skipp, “Goodnight” will appear on his forthcoming full-length Unfinished Songs Vol 1 (SWUFSV#1), a collection of original freestyles and unfinished or incomplete songs and/or ideas produced entirely by Skipp. Tweets by skippwhitman The “Goodnight” music video was directed by…
The debut EP from singer songwriter Emily Curtis, Hindsight, is a five-track call to bravery with resilient melodies and dynamic refrains prompting feelings of triumph and vigor. The first single, “Battleshade”, is a pulse of rolling percussion and soulfully drifting vocals directly on the frontline. She unfailingly presents her audience with messages of empowerment and…
Aadae makes music that crosses boundaries. Born in Nigeria but raised in Peckham, her songwriting speaks of family parties spent listening to high life and Afrobeat, long nights in South London dancing to UK garage, and an innate love of the impact pop songwriting can have. Following support from 1Xtra, 6Music, The Fader, The Line…
New York City based band Mama Juke, comprised of Amos Rose (electric guitars, lead vocals, background vocals), Eli Bridges (acoustic guitars, harmonica, background vocals, perc.), Pete O’Neill – (bass, background vocals), and Jon Wert – (drums, perc.), have taken residency at the East Village Social, a St. Marks music hub in the heart of East…
A fresh faced international beauty and emerging pop artist, Ivy Layne is stealing hearts across the world. She will be official launching her music career in the US, making a splash in the industry with her debut single “One You Love” and shortly after with the release of her EP titled In Time. Her sound…
Innovative, French, Urban alternative, R&B singer/songwriter, Yo Trane has recently released “Alone”, a soft sexy song, surrounded by mellow, warm tones, catchy lyrics, and a meaningful story. Already gathering a massive following, Yo Trane will be releasing a second project, “Waves in the Moonlight”, later this year. His songs are authentic, his style unique and…
Australian up-and-coming alt-pop artist Bobi Andonov possesses one of those rare powerhouse voices that both punches you in the gut and tears at your heartstrings. His debut single, “Apartment” is equal parts soulful and soul-crushing, with the young singer-songwriter radiating a full spectrum of emotions—pain, sadness, longing—all impeccably delivered through a smooth, almost effortless falsetto.…
Rita Ora made her spectacular return to music with the release of “Your Song” in May. Now she’s back with the follow up “Anywhere,” her next UK single, which is available now on Atlantic Records. The video for “Anywhere” is also out today, and was directed by Declan Whitebloom (Taylor Swift, One Direction) and filmed…
Los Angeles based singer/songwriter Harry Hudson releases his first single “Cry for Love,” produced by Tim Suby (Jessie Reyez) and written by Harry himself. “Cry for Love” will be his first official release on the MSFTSMusic/Roc Nation label through their Interscope Records partnership. The sultry track is a clear depiction of the absence of Hudson’s…
On April Fool’s Day in 1991, a star was born- and that’s no joke. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Jonathan “Brisky” McGowan has had a love of music since he was young. There’s no surprise there: from a young age he watched his father Jay Ski (of 69 Boyz, Chill Deal, Quad City DJs, and…
Atlantic recording artist Hayley Kiyoko has unveiled her catchy new song “Feelings” – the first track from her highly anticipated debut album is available now via all digital music retailers and streaming services. Earlier today, Hayley premiered her brand new song along with the self-directed music video on MTV’s Total Request Live. BuzzFeed has already…
Today, hip-hop superstar, Young Thug released his highly-anticipated music video for his record, “Family Don’t Matter” featuring Millie Go Lightly. “Family Don’t Matter” is off of Young Thug’s summer release, Beautiful Thugger Girls EP. Take a look at the video below!
LA-based trio Hundred Waters – comprised of vocalist Nicole Miglis, producer Trayer Tryon and drummer Zach Tetreault – recently released their long awaited new full length, Communicating via OWSLA. Today the band have shared the video for standout album track “Firelight.” The video was directed by James R. Eads who states: “I was immediately excited…
Fronted by Nave Pundik, The Naverblues flourishes in their mission to bring their blues rock chops from their Norwegian homes to a global audience. Their previous efforts for “The Bird/Ghost Collector,” “Sexy Kiss,” and “Thank You” all showcased their undeniable talents not just in the songwriting department, but in the meticulous execution of it all.…
The multi-instrumentalist Scandinavian mastermind behind sugar-sweet hits like “Reckless” and “Spell On You” is back with an emotional soft-pop ballad, “Sunday Morning”, giving fans both sides of the renaissance man of pop, and offer accessibility to potential new fans all across the globe. Fans likely know Laust Sonne best as the drummer for the iconic…
“Los Angeles rock quartet NEW EViL’s latest video features a full-on fight scene in the style of hit action film Atomic Blonde. In the clip, lead singer Sophia Anita Reyes—a real-life trained martial artist— battles thugs to the propulsive track “Pale Skin Latin Girls” off the group’s A Witch Shall Be Born album. The fighting…
Terry Ohms started as a side project to the band Vulture Whale, who were early leaders in the burgeoning Birmingham, Alabama underground scene. With a new wave of creativity crashing within him, Vulture Whale mastermind Wes McDonald put forth his first solo effort: Terry Ohms Plays Wes McDonald. Cleverly using his alter-ego as a character…
NJ’s favorite piano woman is back for her third round of meticulous, mischievous fun with her wide-eyed new music video that is sure to tickle all the right senses. https://www.facebook.com/mzrags
“Ask me about ambition, because I’ve got it in spades”, sings New Jersey native John Paciga in the title track to Other Side of Town, his debut album. He’s not kidding. Paciga makes grand, inspiring, theatrical piano pop – the kind with well-built verses and bridges that lead to instantly memorable choruses. Paciga’s songcraft leaves…
Portland based and Los Angeles bred rapper, producer and singer DEUCE has announced that his latest album, Invincible, will be released via Better Noise Records on December 1st. The masked musician is vying for immortality with 14 new tracks, representing his next natural step from his 2012 debut solo album, Nine Lives – which sold…
One of the most cherished British artists working in music today, Frank Turner will release a retrospective set spanning his illustrious career in November. Songbook will bring together highlights from across Frank’s six albums alongside ten brand new Songbook versions of some of his most well-loved tracks. These reimagined versions see some songs re-recorded in…
Born in LA but raised in Houston, Texas, this fresh-off-the-block pop singer is a certified star in the making. Jessica Robinson, stage name Kemmyé, has been performing and writing songs since the age of 10. With influences like Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, and Aaliyah, this pop artist wows audiences with her sweet vocals and individuality.…
