Feature stories and artist interviews
Chicago-based Nick Shaheen is breaking new ground with his latest single, “Flashbulbs,” from his stunning album, Sauvignon, out now. His second full-length release to date, Shaheen brings to the forefront a stunning mixture of modern Americana sound and incredibly strong songwriting. This breathtaking piece is just one of the highlights you will find on Sauvignon.…
Having just released her debut EP ‘Shell’ which was recorded at Paul Epworth’s Church studio in London, Adria played her debut album at the launch in her home city, Perth. This was her first time performing the Shell EP in its entirety to a live audience. Adria launched her debut EP at Jimmy’s Den Northbridge…
Vocalist & songwriter Charm Taylor is excited to announce the release of her solo debut, The Road Within, a dynamic blend of futuristic soul and melodic hip-hop. Most people know Charm as the enchanting lead singer of the critically acclaimed rock n soul group, The Honorable South. With her latest project, Taylor—with the help of…
The international two girl/two boy quartet’s debut album Wonderlust is a crafted set of pop songs that bathe in the golden, restorative rays more commonly associated with life on the Californian coast rather than London, where Kid Wave reside. This is music that’s delivered with an uplifting sense of youthful wild abandon and imbued throughout…
“The video is mostly a reflection on the importance of curation vs. creation today. Tumblr culture. You don’t need to create it…just embrace it during its shelf life of cultural favorability and be vocal. Take what you want from whatever you want and define yourself like a Mr. Potato Head. We’re not saying this is…
In this digital age we live in you must be able to spread your music & brand over many outlets at the most affordable cost. Skope has come up with the “MEGA PROMO” that does just that. This promo is also amazing for your search engine requests too. Once the promo is all laid out…
Following an extraordinarily successful single debut last month to radio (mixshow) and digital media for “King Me” from the R&B/Pop trio Rawyals [Massenburg Media], the buzzworthy group receives a major video premiere across MTV Jams, MTV Hits and VH1 Soul today. The video premiere is available now. “Think of the perfect combo of pop, hip-hop,…
LA’s Fool’s Gold have unveiled a new track entitled “Wildflower” from their forthcoming album Flying Lessons – out on vinyl only on 4/18, and scheduled for wide release on 5/19. The new track is the second released from the album, following the lead single “I’m In Love.” Fool’s Gold will head to Europe for a…
Toronto rockers Sumo Cyco, winners of the The John Lennon Songwriting Contest’s Vans Warped Tour Prize, will be performing on the tour from June 19-28. The four-piece uses hard rock guitar riffs with in your face blast beats and dance hall rhythms, topped by electric female vocals. Their latest full-length debut album ‘Lost in Cyco…
“Constant Bop”, the highly anticipated debut album from White Denim frontman James Petralli’s solo project Bop English, is available for purchase today via Downtown Records. The record, on which the timeless rock & roll for which Petralli has become well known for is prevalent, is a refreshing array of thoughtful guitar play, melodic synths and…
Americana artist Beth Bombara gives fans an inside look of the recording experience on the video for the first single, “Promised Land”. The single is off her forthcoming self-titled LP due out June 23. Set at Jettison Studios, the video documents real moments in the studio during the recording of the song. Viewers are given…
Jamaican reggae crooner Christopher Martin released his much-anticipated debut EP Steppin Razor (April 21) on VP Records. The 5-song digital-only release balances sweetness, swagger and sex appeal and showcases Chris’s versatility and vocal excellence. Chris fires with formidable skill on each of Steppin Razor’s songs. The upbeat “We Are The Vibes” (produced by TJ Records)…
If you have formed a friend online, you might be excited and looking forward to the chat sessions you have with him or her. Indeed, nowadays people are forming friends more and more online as the online world of friendships and dates has established itself. As a result, people are more acquainted with the concept…
The powerful converter allows users to download up to 99 songs at a time. Downloading music files seems as though it should be easy: one plugs in the url, converts the file, and downloads it to their device. However, some downloaders don’t create the right files or are not compatible with certain sites or operating…
Following from his international hit ‘Wake Up’ and swathed in unashamedly feel good nu-disco vibrations, Lenno’s newest original single ‘The Best ft. Dragonette’ is a perfect statement of intent from the young Finnish producer – positive, cutting edge, and made for the dancefloor. The track features Dragonette, Toronto-based trio heard on Martin Solveig’s ubiquitous ‘Hello’…
Prolific singer/songwriter Bebe Rexha has released her debut EP, I Don’t Wanna Grow Up. The 5-song project is led by her debut Top 40-single and DJ-favorite “I Can’t Stop Drinking About You,” her current single and anthemic mantra “I’m Gonna Show You Crazy” which has almost 35 million streams on Spotify, and the invoking release…
As one of Asia’s most respected and prominent producers, Louis Tan aka LTN, has seen growing successes of late with his unique approach to the increasingly saturated Progressive world. Steadily, LTN has been making a name for himself, breathing fresh air into the scene with thought out and innovative productions which have drawn praise from…
R. Ring is Kelley Deal and Mike Montgomery. It is voices, guitars and keys. It is sparse, chaotic, abrasive and lulling, often within the same song. It is new. It is, at the very least, a stark departure from the music they make in their other bands (Kelley with The Breeders and Mike with Ampline).…
As New Englanders dream of summer fun, Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT is reminding consumers of vacation scams that can turn a dream vacation into a nightmare. Vacation rental scams typically pop-up on online classified sites. Vacation seekers will search for a home for rent in a desirable destination and…
Sarantos releases His Most Powerful Singer And Songwriter Piece “What If I Never See You Again” Which He Wrote After His Father’s Death As He Struggled To Cope & Recover. Death is a very traumatic time for everyone involved. When a parent passes away, the grieving process begins. Does it ever end though? Although the…
After more than 25 years in dance music, Brazilian drum & bass pioneer DJ Marky has announced long-awaited debut artist album ‘My Heroes’ – scheduled for release in June this year. No stranger to success and an icon in his South American homeland, DJ Marky is an internationally renowned DJ and producer and label boss…
“Brisbane (Australia) singer/songwriter, Ella Ferdinands, scored an unexpected lucky break when her debut single, Dapper Love, fell into the hands of an extremely influential radio staffer and has since been enjoying spins on radio. “This opportunity is gold,” says Ella. “I can’t wipe the smile off my face!” “When you get an opportunity like that…
“Are You Coming Home?’ was written on the family piano and is about my parent’s relationship and how I felt as a kid when they separated. Now that I think about it, my mums catch phrase was “are you coming home?” explains Dylan. ‘Are You Coming Home?’ which features newest member Carmen Pepper on lead…
DWELL have premiered a new music video on YouTube for their song “Nomad,” off their debut, self-titled EP, out 03/10 via Blood & Ink Records. The video was filmed at the Pit Place in Winston Salem, NC by Will Jones. Frontman Jacob Lilly had this to say about the video: “When the band started talking…
The music industry is extremely competitive. While the average studio musician makes upwards of $60,000 per year, many professional musicians struggle to make half that while living in some of the most expensive cities in the country. A bachelor’s degree comes with a hefty price tag, and musicians must be able to make a living…
Formed by Jen Bailey and Rick Hornby a few years back, the group say it was a shared love of, “lost romanticism, soundtracks, 60’s girl groups, 80’s hooks, good footwear, attention to detail, and the darker side of classic British guitar pop” that brought them together, and such reference points are certainly audible in the…
Her new single, “True Love” is a cleverly constructed take on never giving up on true love despite the avalanche of chaos it can often possesses. This pop jam features a breakneck electronic chorus with stunning vocals and colourful arrangements; grafting the shouts of “I believe in true love, taking me high, higher than I’ve…
Johnny Azari was born in Shiraz, a city known for wine, poetry, opium, and revolution. At only a year old, he was relocated to a city known as New York; noted for grit, madness, money, and proliferation. He is current living in New Orleans attempting to abort his liver like a stillborn when he isn’t…
Recorded in Brisbane with Matt Redlich (Emma Louise, Ball Park Music, The Trouble With Templeton) at the helm, You Cannot Call For Love Like A Dog unveils the band pushing in to a darker sound with atmospheric swells ebbing under sharp glassy guitar breaks, soaring vocal harmonies and driving bass. An extended instrumental outro has…
As Houston’s D-Boss readies for the drop of his latest, “2Real4RadioVol.4”, a joint project with Michael Watts, he unleashes the visual for “Big Ballin” ft. Slim Thug, Paul Wall and M.U.G., a must-see for any fan of that H-town sound. Look for the project on April 28th and the chopped version on May 12th. Other…
Turn on the television and you’ll find that certain careers make the grade on regular programming. Whether it’s a sitcom, a drama, or a reality show, there are certain jobs that grab our attention. They’re the kind of jobs we all wish we could have, or we’re simply in love with the kind of character…
If you’ve ever dreamy of being a deejay you are not alone. There are many would-be spin-masters just waiting to create music. Some people learn their techniques on their own or through friends; others enroll in classes to perfect beat juggling and scratching. Some of the skills taught through formal DJ schools include the 9…
A Grave With No Name, the recording project of Alexander Shields, has premiered a third single, “Waltz”, from his latest LP over at Clash Magazine this week. Stream and share the track via Soundcloud here. Feathers Wet, Under The Moon is due out May 5th on Lefse. The follow up to 2013’s Whirlpool, which happened…
LA alt/pop group Starling Glow have released their “powerful and emotional” new music video for their single, “Caution Tape.” This is the third video and single the group has released from their recent debut EP release, which is now available on iTunes. “The pop troupe, fronted by songstress and multi-instrumentalist Liz Anne Hill, has been…
When listening to Choir of Young Believers, it’s hard not to imagine an army of white-clad singers with arms outstretched, their voices raised in holy polyphony. In actuality, though, the Danish group is the brainchild of Jannis Noya Makrigiannis, a staple of Copenhagen’s underground indie scene. In 2006, Jannis moved to the Greek island of…
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Vital Records will release renowned Italian Artist/Producer/Songwriter Michéal Castaldo’s next digi single, “Everything Happens for a Reason—Una Ragione.” This offering, produced by Michéal Castaldo’s production company Majestic Castle Music, includes multiple mixes of a song written by Billboard-charting writers Mike Greenly (ASCAP) and Paul Guzzone (BMI), with Italian lyrics written by Michele Castaldo (SESAC). The…
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10th, which means last-minute shoppers will be looking for deals on gifts this week. BBB serving Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT is advising consumers to pause before they check out; whether buying online or in stores. The National Retail Federation (NRF) reports that consumers will spend an average…
Panophobia, the new EP from von Grey, will be released on Friday, August 14. Produced by Dan Hannon (Manchester Orchestra, A Rocket to the Moon), Panophobia is von Grey’s most raw and urgent offering to date. See below for track listing. The six-track EP follows 2014’s Awakening, praised by PopMatters as “strange, ethereal pop music,…
‘Say my Name’ is the debut EP from Tidelines, a new soulful electronic pop duo from South East London. Their first release is a bright debut that exists in it’s own universe of pastel tones, sensual r’n’b and spaced out electronic pop. The title track carefully melds a rainbow palette of soft synths alongside dark…
