Fresh off his Knee Deep in Sound compilation comes a couplet of mesmerizing music videos from Hot Since 82. Directed by Glaswegian director Ciaran Lyons, “Restless” and “The Core” together tell the story of a couple mysteriously pulled together through their dreams. The key performers are contemporary dancers Jen Farmer and Rob Heaslip, who due…
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ELLIE GOULDING NEW VIDEO
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Multimillion selling recording artist Ellie Goulding unveils the official video for her new single, “Love Me Like You Do,” written for Universal Pictures and Focus Features’ hotly anticipated upcoming film FIFTY SHADES OF GREY and featured on the soundtrack. Produced by Max Martin, the new single is available now for digital download and for streaming…
SILVERTUNG UNLEASH NEW SINGLE/VIDEO “NEVER TOO LATE”
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When Silvertung issued their kickass album, ‘Devil’s in the Details,’ in 2013, it spawned such standout tracks as “Coming Alive,” “Justify,” and “Déjà Vu.” But interestingly, one of its best tunes, “Never Too Late,” was never issued as a single. But now, this will finally change, as the song has been re-recorded with David Ivory…
YOU’RE ABOUT TO EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE SLOTS GAME
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Slotomania by Playtika LTD is a free slots app that features over 55 different video slots games. Get ready for an immersive gaming experience. Play Slotomania and see what all the buzz is about! There are thousands of different mobile apps out there with a wide range of functions and themes. Some of the most…
MURACCO ENTERPRISES: WORDPRESS MAINTENANCE SERVICE AS LOW AS $30/MONTH
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We offer WordPress maintenance for clients who wish to protect the integrity of their website’s security. The monthly service fee provides you with the peace of mind that someone is monitoring, updating and backing up your site. WordPress hackers take advantage of vulnerabilities in outdated WordPress instances and exploit your hard work. With updates performed…
EX HEX VIDEO “DON’T WANNA LOSE”
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After having Rips pop up in countless end of year lists, and wrapping up southeast US tour dates with King Tuff, Ex Hex are ready for their first live assault on Europe. To celebrate the start of the tour, NME premiered a new video for Rips opener “Don’t Wanna Lose” yesterday. Directed by Lara Jean…
BULLYING CONTINUES TO HAVE DEVASTATING IMPACT ON YOUNG PEOPLE
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TV Personality Says It’s Time We All Say, ‘No More!’ New laws, media attention and public awareness campaigns have placed a greater emphasis on bullying in recent years than perhaps ever in the nation’s history. Yet bullying remains a stubborn problem with far-reaching effects. More than one in four students, 27.8 percent, report being bullied…
NIQQAWUT & GIPETTO
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New songs produced by Ioan Delice showcases rapper’s artistry and Brooklyn “steelo.” A creative by definition, Ioan stretches his talents to master music production. In NIQQAWUT the rapper’s free flowing lyrics, seeping with Brooklynite pride, marries an original bass line reminiscent of his West Indian roots to deliver an eclectic Hip Hop track. Ioan closes…
THE WEEKND’S MUSIC VIDEO FOR “EARNED IT (FIFTY SHADES OF GREY)”
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Today, The Weeknd premiered his music video for “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey),” the first track released from the Fifty Shades of Grey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack [Republic Records]. Fifty Shades of Grey is the hotly anticipated film adaptation of the bestselling book that has become a global phenomenon. Since its release, the “Fifty…
GENGHAR “SHE’S A WITCH”
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Gloriously drenched in fog from the outset, Gengahr’s ‘She’s A Witch’ is truly spellbinding. Released on March 16th via Transgressive Records, it’s the perfect take of their hazy melodic guitar-pop, and teases at the band’s upcoming and highly anticipated May-scheduled album. A breakthrough 2014 saw Gengahr establish themselves as one of the most exciting new…
SEAFRET RELEASE BRAND NEW EP ‘OCEANS’ + SINGLE
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Today, the incredible Seafret announce their brand new EP Oceans, out on January 21st on Sweet Jane Recordings. “The duo have a timeless sound but with a fresh modern twist” – Clash Oceans sees Seafret merge their familiar and contemporary guitar melodies with honest lyricism and captivating vocals, producing the effervescent sound Seafret are becoming…
FAREWELL “HOLDING HEARTS”
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Born in Bordeaux, France two years ago, Farewell is a nu-classical one-man-band ruled by JB Calluaud (half of April, owner of Hesat Recordings studios) with the aim to create a sonic universe between symphonic music, lyrical voices and modern music. In the first lights of 2015, after having unveiled number of audio extracts on the…
FIVE OF THE MOST AMAZING COSPLAYS FROM 2014
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Cosplay thrived in 2014. There were new, fascinating designs in many conventions throughout the year. While many cosplayers stood out, only a handful can claim to be among the best of the year. These cosplayers were the very best in costuming, effects and makeup and rose above with cosplays of characters recognized around the world…
IF YOU WANT TO HEAR SOMETHING NEW GIVE THE GODDAMNS A LISTEN
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So here we are again, it feel so good too. I must admit I am very excited for the Seahawks & Patriots Super Bowl. Being in New England I am all for the Pats nomatter the size of our balls. In music news today, this was just announced that new figures published by the Department…
A FAMILY VALENTINE WITH JON SAMSON AND LUCY KALANTARI AT SHAPESHIFTER LAB
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Award winning children’s artist and music therapist, Jon Samson, has teamed up with Lucy Kalantari to deliver a rare and enchanting musical performance for families at ShapeShifter Lab in Brooklyn, NY, February 15th at 11:00 am – Love & Joy: A Family Valentine. “[Jon Samson] will get little heads bopping without alienating grown-up listeners.” –Timeout…
JOSE GONZALEZ RELEASES NEW SINGLE “LEAF OFF/THE CAVE”
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Jose Gonzalez has released his striking new single, “Leaf Off/The Cave,” from his soon-to-be-released album Vestiges & Claws, due out on Mute on February 17. The song is available now at Amazon and iTunes. This past weekend, Gonzalez performed “Leaf Off/The Cave” with an eight-piece band a 27-person choir on Sweden’s popular award show, P3…
LILY ELISE SET TO RELEASE HOT NEW VIDEO FOR “SUITCASES”
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Recently, we suggested you keep your ears open for Lily Elise, the vivacious, young singer who’s been making a splash since America first met her a few years ago. Now, it’s time to keep your eyes open. The Bay Area native is set to release the sultry new video for her single, “Suitcases” on Friday,…
RIXTON RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “HOTEL CEILING”
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UK band Rixton have released their official music video for their current single “Hotel Ceiling” – co-written by Ed Sheeran. Directed by Clarence Fuller, the video tells the heartbreaking story of an end to a painful relationship. In a recent interview with Teen Vogue, vocalist Jake Roche explains “we chose not to be in the…
SWEDISH DUO DEATH TEAM RELEASE SINGLE “FUCKING BITCHES IN THE HOOD”
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Death Team, a brand new electro-pop duo from Sweden, has officially released their first single “Fucking Bitches in the Hood.” Available digitally worldwide, the infectious track first popped up online in December, with Noisey declaring it “a sugary sweet popsicle that tastes like the sticky underside of a Parisian nightclub…Essentially, it’s a Euro-pop banger.” The…
YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE ON HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCH A LIVE CONCERT ALBUM
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Musicians undoubtedly have a gift all their own: a wonderful skill and talent that the world needs to see. But being successful in the music industry, whether you are a classical singer or classical pianist in London, a punk rock band in Manchester, a techno deejay in Ibiza, or an orchestra in Vienna, is not…
HOW TO FIND A JOB IN 7 DAYS
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It is important for you to be able find a job for the advancement of your career. If you need to find a job quickly, you should ideally consider positions that need to be filled fast. Getting a job within a short period is possible when you have the right attitude. In order for you…
KAI ALTAIR “THE CALLING” VIDEO
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Brooklyn based atmospheric electronic rock artist Kai Altair announces the release of the new video, “The Calling,” in anticipation of her forthcoming album due out early 2015. A mainstay of the underground Brooklyn arts community who performs with the Solstice Dance Company, stars in the fire theater show The Calling, and produces the Mermaid Lagoon…
GHASTLY MENACE “REAL LIFE”
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Ghastly Menace was initially formed in Chicago as a recording project between two friends: Andy Schroeder and Chris Geick. Their debut album, Songs of Ghastly Menace, expands greatly upon the experimental style of 2010’s Pitcairn EP while maintaining the pop sensibility and songwriting that has defined the group from the beginning. Songs of Ghastly Menace…
SHURA VIDEO “INDECISION”
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It’s early days for Shura but she should be on your radar now as she’s got a big 2015 coming (SXSW, touring, debut album slated for fall via Polydor). She gives me Danceteria days-Madonna vibes, sonically and physical resemblance too, but with modern production. Check the brand new video for “Indecision”, a remix from Jungle…
A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL MBA ADMISSION
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With your busy schedule at work, applying for an MBA can prove difficult to manage. The following are tips that will help you reduce the pressure associated with the admissions process and ensure you are accepted to the institution of your choice. 1. Write down all your goals Your goal will help you go through…
EM GEORGE “PAPER HEARTS” VIDEO
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Following on from two successful singles, with one (Murderers on the Inside) being optioned by HBO and remixed by LA based producer Stephen Kozmeniuk (Madonna, Kayne West) comes Em George’s third release Paper Hearts. Featuring stripped back production and frank, enigmatic lyrics, it is a song that displays the qualities that are unique to Em…
THE HIGHWAY “ALL YOU DO”
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Psych-tinged soul rock band The Highway releases their new single “All You Do” from their forthcoming sophomore album Enter to Exit, due out April 14, 2015. The Highway “much as the name suggests, isn’t content to idle in one place,” (The Deli Magazine) and has been performing continuously throughout 2014, including a successful winter residency…
ROMANTIC REBEL NEW VIDEO “BELIEVE”
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Chicago, IL hard rockers ROMANTIC REBEL are pushing their new single, “Believe”, to radio stations across North America as of Saturday! The new track is cut from the band’s full length, self-titled album, released in April 2014 by Pavement Entertainment/Sony RED. ROMANTIC REBEL’s self-titled album was recorded during late 2013 in Los Angeles, CA with…
SINGAPORE KANE “VICTORY”
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Singapore Kane is a Boston, MA native heavily influenced by the world around him. At a young age Sing began writing poetry about his life growing up poor but happy, witnessing police brutality and the struggles of the streets. Being of Jamaican descent Sing found himself rapping over reggae beats before finding hip hop, but…
RECORD YOUR MUSIC WITH A STUDIO EXPERIENCE
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Many people don’t realize it but recording studios are not just the preserve of famous singers, in fact, there are many which can be hired out so that you can record your own music in a professional setting, or even to host a party. If you are a musician looking to get expert help and…
FANTASY HOUSE: AMAZING HOUSES INSPIRED BY OUR FAVORITE WORKS OF FICTION
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You can find whimsical construction in houses around the world. Homeowners who don’t wish to live in cookie-cutter boxes will opt for residences that may seem offbeat to others. Sometimes, favorite movies or books will influence design decisions. Your inner literary geek will love the following sample of unique dwellings. Star Wars House (South Korea)…
AMBER HAYES LYRIC VIDEO “RUNNING OUT OF MEMORIES”
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A-OK Entertainment/GMV Nashville recording artist Amber Hayes has released a lyric video for her feel-good track, “Running Out Of Memories.” The mid-tempo tune tells a reflective story of adventure and memories-in-the-making for the song’s leading lady and her beau. Hayes noted of the track, “I had the hook ‘running out of memories’ in my head…
OH, BE CLEVER SPREAD MESSAGE OF HOPE WITH “I WILL CARRY YOU”
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Salt Lake City electronic duo Oh, Be Clever have released an inspiring and uplifting video for their latest effort “I Will Carry You.” The message behind the song is one of hope to anyone who suffers from depression, suicidal thoughts, mental illness and discrimination – a message that no one has to feel alone. The…
MATT AND KIM “GET IT”
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Brooklyn indie dance duo Matt and Kim release New Glow, the band’s latest full length on April 07th, 2015. Fans who pre-order New Glow through their official online store will get exclusive ticket access for the Spring tour starting January 13th. See tour dates below. Matt and Kim, aka Matt Johnson (vocals/keyboards) and Kim Schifino…
IVY LEVAN BRAND NEW SINGLE “BISCUIT”
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Arkansas-born, L.A.-based singer and songwriter Ivy Levan releases her new single “Biscuit” today on Cherrytree Records/Interscope via digital download and digital streaming services. Check out the video, directed by Daniel Carberry, which debuts on Vevo today HERE. The urgent, rollicking “Biscuit” is a personal manifesto that finds Levan belting out lines like “I think you…
EPOCH FAILURE “CHAMPION”
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Billy Joe (aka “Billy The Kidd”) was born and raised in Camden, NJ. As one of five boys growing up in a single parent home, he’s no stranger to challenges. In 2007, ABC’s 20/20 came to Camden to profile children growing up under the conditions of extreme poverty. Billy was one of three kids selected…
BLUE EMBRACE: MAKING HITS ONE SINGLE AT A TIME
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With a hit single already under their belt [Devil In Disguise] and Grammy consideration, L.A. band Blue Embrace are gearing up to release their next big single “Be My Queen” on vinyl accompanied by video. Skope: Your songs not only have a blues flavor, but also sound like they could be at home with a…
NFL CONSUMER SCAMS FOR PLAYOFFS 2015
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The New England Patriots are headed to the playoffs and many fans are anxious to cheer them on, increasing the demand for big game tickets. Be wary that a phenomenal deal on tickets can potentially turn out to be a big scam. Better Business Bureau (BBB) offers advice to sports fans to be on the…
MALACHI RIVERS VIDEO SPEAKS ON BULLYING, SUICIDE, & DEPRESSION
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As the momentum builds for the release of Malachi Rivers’ new EP “The Other I” (due early next year), the soulful Hip-Hop artist release the first official visual from his new body of work. “Love Is All” was co-directed by Malachi Rivers & Reggie Ross. “It’s one thing to talk about hard times because of…
DURANTE “FULL MOON” & “SLOW BURN”
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In celebration of his single “Slow Burn” hitting 1 million plays, Durante has released his latest track “Full Moon” as a free download. His music combines the sounds of the 80s, 90s and tomorrow, and draws inspiration from Italo disco and traditional house. Grab both tracks below. “Full Moon”: https://soundcloud.com/durante/fullmoon “Slow Burn” feat. Chuck Ellis:…
