On the heels of HELENA’s highly receptive Spring release, “Levity” feat. Shawnee Taylor, dance music’s heroine returns with the festival ready “Raven,” out today on Ultra Music. “Raven” encompasses all the right elements of electro, from the killer big room drop to the rave like synths and sirens, combined with an euphoric breakdown and a…
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NAZDAQ BRIXX NEW SINGLE “RED DRESS LUV”
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Brixx officially began writing rhymes and working on his delivery in high school while juggling his school work at the same time. He went on to receive his college degree in Economics and Business from Central Connecticut State University and tested the waters down on Wall Street for a brief period before taking time off…
STOLI IS ‘BLOWN AWAY’ BY THE DAVE GODDESS GROUP
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Hello there good people of the world. We are still all here and that is a good sign. So I will admit that I have always been a fan of the MTV VMAs. This year though I had no idea that they were on last Sunday. The only thing I knew was that a back-up…
MATT SORUM ADOPTS AND SAVES BEAR PHOENIX
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Rock legend and animal activist Matt Sorum is keeping tabs on a moon bear he’s named Phoenix who has been treated by vets at a former Chinese bile farm. Phoenix has been rescued by animal welfare charity Animals Asia as part of the world’s biggest bear rescue as they transform a one-time bear farm in…
ARMY INTELLIGENCE OFFICER PENS OPEN LETTER ON IRAQ AND ISIS
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Chief Warrant Officer Paul Holton, author of “Collateral Kindness: The True Story of an Army Interrogator in Iraq,” penned an open letter to the Administration and American people about the situation in Iraq. “Dashed hopes of the Iraqi people: Why did we leave them so unsecured and unprotected? As disturbing news reports continue to flow…
FOR TODAY RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR “MOLOTOV”
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For Today have released a new music video for the song “Molotov” The video was directed by Justyn Moro and is the third music video from their new studio album Fight The Silence (Out now via Razor & Tie) – iTunes Store and Amazon. The album was produced by Will Putney (Upon A Burning Body,…
ANDREW JUDAH RELEASES VIDEO FOR “BETTER & BETTER”
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Andrew Judah’s latest magnum opus, the ominously entitled baroque-infused indie-pop LP Monster is coming out in just a couple weeks on Septmber 30. To date, Andrew’s released two early tracks, “Morning Light” and “I Know You Know” as well as a music video for “I Know You Know” directed by Sam McLoughlin and filmed in…
COBRA STARSHIP RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE “NEVER BEEN IN LOVE” FEATURING ICONA POP
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Cobra Starship is back! The DCD2 Records/Fueled By Ramen band that brought you Top 5 hits like the multi-platinum tracks “You Make Me Feel” and “Good Girls Go Bad” has returned, teaming up with Wallpaper. and John Ryan to release the summer jam “Never Been In Love” featuring Icona Pop. “Never Been In Love” has…
RACHEL LYNN NEW SINGLE “SOMEHOW SOME WAY”
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Check out NYC-based pop crooner Rachel Lynn. Lynn just released her new single “Somehow, Some Way”. The track comes off her forthcoming sophomore EP To Street & Transfer, out this November. To Street & Transfer is the follow-up to Lynn’s 2012 debut, self-titled EP, of which Big Takeover raves, “And so, over five songs, we…
RONNY MORRIS NEW VIDEO “I’LL SURVIVE”
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He has done it again, the award winning pop artist, Ronny Morris, has released his latest video, “I’ll Survive”. “I’ll Survive” is the third single to be released from Morris’s upcoming album, Sweet Silence. Morris’s music has been featured in award-winning films and major American TV shows such as One Tree Hill, Brothers Sisters and…
ALEX PRESTON NEW SINGLE “GRAVITY”
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Australian label boss and Electro House Maestro Alex Preston has teamed up with fellow Aussie Zannon on their minimalist, Electro House banger ‘Gravity’, out now on Preston Recordings! Producer, DJ and Label Boss, Alex Preston is the man behind the growing house music juggernaut that is Preston Recordings. With support from the likes of Paul…
VERONICA BALLESTRINI LIKES “COOKIES & CREAM” WHISKEY
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In conjunction with the release of her current single, “Cookies and Cream,” country recording artist Veronica Ballestrini has been named brand ambassador for Davy Crockett’s Cookies & Cream Whiskey. Based in Gatlinburg, Tenn., the distillery chose to partner with her as she continues her travels across the country visiting radio in support of her single.…
TYGA “ERRYDAY” OFF ‘THE GOLD ALBUM: 18TH DYNASTY’
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Here is a brand new exclusive World Premiere from Tyga called “Erryday” and the song is infectiously catchy. His highly anticipated new album, THE GOLD ALBUM: 18TH DYNASTY, drops on November 18th. Give this record a download right now. Tyga has been one of the most consistent artists musically always delivering hit after hit. DOWNLOAD…
STOLI HEADS OUT ON SUMMER VACATION WITH JUDE GWYNAIRE’S ‘SINGING ROCK LAKE’ ALBUM
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Hello there good people of this music loving earth, pleasure to see you all again. Did you all know that the Islamic militant group ISIS bans all music amongst many other things. No wonder they are so angry and violent. I also want to say that I pray that Ferguson, MO can restore peace &…
TOP MOVIES THAT CAN INSPIRE AND INFLUENCE ENGAGEMENT RING CHOICES
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Movies can be an excellent way to escape the everyday stressful life that you lead and immerse yourself in the lives of fictional characters spinning magic on the screen. Whether you are a Hollywood movie lover or swear by the vibrant and colourful Bollywood movie community, you will always find yourself laughing, smiling, raging and…
INTERNATIONAL ACTS WIN BIG IN THE 13TH INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS FAN VOTE
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San Antonio’s Own Laura Marie Joins Al Farabi, Born Of Osiris, Hitarda, Melissa Ferrick, Pierre Bensusan, Sarkodie, Volodja Balzalorsky and Willie Nile Among The IMA Vox Pop Winners! The Independent Music Awards (The IMAs) today announced the results of The IMA 13 Vox Pop poll, the fan-determined component of the prestigious international program for independent…
TANGINA STONE IN NYC + “COPS”
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Beautiful, emerging, singer-songwriter Tangina Stone has been chosen to perform for the grand reopening of AVEDA’s newly redesigned Columbus Circle location (10 Columbus Circle, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10019) this Saturday, August 23. Tangina will perform music from her forthcoming debut, “The Fall,” scheduled for release in September. Equally talented as a vocalist and…
MIDNIGHT CINEMA VIDEO “EDGE OF THE EARTH”
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Midnight Cinema is proud to announce the upcoming release of their debut album, LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE on August 26, 2014. The album is being heralded by a brand new video for their song, “Edge of the Earth,” which makes its debut today, August 15, 2014. “We wrote, recorded, and produced every note on the…
JACOB FRED JAZZ ODYSSEY POST “BETAMAX”
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Celebrating two decades of defying genres and creating ceaselessly groundbreaking music, Tulsa-based Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey is set to release Worker, their 26th album, on October 14 via Royal Potato Family. The 11-track effort marks the first studio recording from the current trio line-up featuring Brian Haas (keyboards, Moog bass), Chris Combs (guitar, lap steel),…
JIMMY RAE ALL SMILES WITH CARTHY
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Three brothers from Houston are living the dream of writing and recording music together. They say everything is BIGGER in Texas and so Chase, Drew & Seth certainly hope to make a HUGE impact on the music scene. The name of their band is Carthy and their sound is very fresh & lively with Indie…
WHY BLOGGERS NEED SECURE SITES
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If you run a blog, safety might not be your most immediate concern. After all, you’re not a serious business or an online shop, so why would the need for security apply to you? Security is, however, something your readers and fans appreciate and expect. If you want them to visit your blog and interact…
STEVE RYAN “LIFE DESTINY” BOOK RELEASE & MORE
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This has been a super busy year for Steve Ryan. He just released another book called “Life Destiny.” Grab your copy on Amazon today. The Audio Book for Life Destiny is also currently in production. And there’s more news. Steve Ryan’s book, “Love Poems: Are You The One?” is still on the Kindle Best Seller…
NEW SINGLE BY MAHONEY HARRIS
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Auckland folk/pop songwriter Mahoney Harris is delighted to announce the release of her new single ‘We Didn’t Feel Alone’, out today. ‘We Didn’t Feel Alone’ is a hypnotic eastern influenced track depicting the afterglow of a music performance. Sparse electric guitars envelop a mystical drumbeat while Harris’s ethereal harmonies hover above. The single was recorded…
SUGARBAD SINGLE “JUST CAN’T STOP”
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Anchored by the sound of funk and soul masters including James Brown, Otis Redding, and Prince, SugarBad creates an uplifting sound spearheaded by thevelveteen voice of Lisa Ramey. Unlike most typical funk-soul acts, SugarBad has all the intensity of a rock band, featuring anthemic vocals and horns, a powerful rhythm section, and funky guitar and…
MYSTERY TWINS NEW VIDEO “GHOST”
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Check out Mystery Twins new video “Ghost”, which uses long-exposure photography to a hauntingly eerie effect. Directed by singer / guitarist Doug Lehmann himself, and featuring clothing designed by Ola Mai, the dark, black & white video serves to compliment the track with it’s basic yet frenetic textures. The image of a young ghostly woman…
THE RABID WHOLE POST “DON’T STOP NOW”
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Toronto based Alternative Rock band The Rabid Whole are currently streaming their new single ‘Don’t Stop Now’ on YouTube. The single, originally premiering with Bloody Disgusting, is the first release from the band’s upcoming EP “Problems” (Out September 23rd). The dates of The Rabid Whole’s North American tour with Cyanotic, “The Teminatour,” will be announced…
ENUFF Z’NUFF COVERS CHEAP TRICK FEAT BILLY CORGAN
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On August 19, Cleopatra Records will release COVERED IN GOLD, the first covers album ever recorded in the 30-year history of Enuff Z’nuff. The 14-track record honors the diverse influences that inspired the band, and includes fan-favorite songs often heard in the band’s live sets. From reverent takes on classics from The Beatles (“Run For…
THE ACACIA STRAIN NEW VIDEO “CAUTERIZER”
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The Acacia Stain will release their new LP “Coma Witch” on October 14 via Rise Records. The band has revealed cover art and track listing for the album, which was produced by Will Putney (Body Count, Suicide Silence). See below. “Coma Witch” will be released digitally and physically, as a 2 disc set with the…
AFFIANCE POST “LIMITLESS” FROM NEW ALBUM
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AFFIANCE is an American Metal Band from Cleveland, OH. Reigning in the powerful midwest attitude, AFFIANCE combines elements that tear from the sleeve of metal legends with powerful guitar riffs and soaring vocals. Since starting their touring career in 2010, the band has completed many North American, European, and UK tours. Most recently, the band…
ROCK OF AGES
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One of the highlights of summer in this country is that we have the cream of the crop when it comes to music festivals. Arguably we have the best in the world and it’s down to the fact that we know how to do them well. Our festivals are world famous, and there’s a reason.…
MEAXIC TO OPEN UP FOR SAVING ABEL IN NYC SEPTEMBER 6
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Meaxic is a New York-based Progressive Rock/Metal band formed by Jeet Suresh Paul. Jeet started writing music around 2008 and has slowly developed his style and technique. Taking influences from bands like Metallica and Alter Bridge, he loves to combine thrashy riffs with melodic vocal lines. Recently, Jeet has drawn influences from Periphery, Tesseract and…
SHEENA NEW SINGLE “REALITY”
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Since going solo and stepping away from her previous duo project, Sheena has grown into an independent artist of her own. Coming from a rich background of experience, Sheena has worked alongside some of the most colourful names within the music biz such as; The Madden Brothers, Leona Lewis, Ronan Keating, Guy Sebastian, Mel B…
BEBE REXHA NEW VIDEO
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Fresh off her Lollapalooza performance, Albanian-American singer and songwriter Bebe Rexha releases the video for her debut single “I Can’t Stop Drinking About You”. “I Can’t Stop Drinking About You” is about that gut-sinking feeling you get right after your heart’s been broken,” explains Bebe to Billboard in the premiere of the video. “I wanted…
DEBUT VIDEO FROM A HIGHER DEMISE
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Taken from their forthcoming EP ‘The Doctor Will See You Now’ British metal-core newcomers ‘A Higher Demise’ are excited to announce the release of their debut video single ‘My Therapist Knows You By Name’. Consisting of Charlie Serafini (vox), Terry Beckley (Guitar/Vox), Dan Pape (Guitar), Rachael Tarr (Bass) and James Farrell (Drums) the band draw…
MAX VIDEO “MY NAME IS DICK”
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MAX is a Russian musician and recording artist who is best known as the frontman of the Moscow rock band Nogu Svelo!, which has won numerous awards throughout their lifetime including a Russian MTV Movie Award, the MTV Special Prize, the popular Russian TV Channel 1 “Star” award and many other recognizable awards. Alongside of…
CLARE DUNN SCORES BIG HIT WITH “GET OUT”
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Country music newcomer Clare Dunn recently became the highest charting independent female artist on the Music Row Country Breakout chart in 10 years. Her debut single, “Get Out,” currently sits at #15 on the Music Row chart. Over 80% of the Music Row panel supported the record, which has accumulated over 30,000 spins on the…
DARKNESS DIVIDED RELEASE “THE HANDS THAT BLED” MUSIC VIDEO
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DARKNESS DIVIDED are set to make an indelible imprint on the metal scene with their brand new video “The Hands That Bled”. Off their Victory Records debut Written In Blood, the first single is an emotion-evoking cyclone of sonic brilliance. Inspired by the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, the debut single provides a glimpse of an…
ASTEROID NO.4 NEW SINGLE “RUKMA VIMANA”
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Psych-rockers Asteroid No.4 announce they will be releasing their eighth full-length album this fall. The band is kicking things off by sharing the transcendent, fuzzed-out first track, “Rukma Vimana”! Employing sitars, eastern-tinged sparsity, and space-rock fueled anthems, the new album is easily the best thing they’ve put out in years! The self-titled album drops Sept.…
DEVYN ROSE HAS STOLI FALLING FOR HER WITH “FALLING 4 U” SINGLE
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Hello there loyal music enthusiasts of Skope. As we all know by now we lost Robin Williams yesterday. It really got me thinking about various musicians that no matter how talented they were like Robin Williams, just could not fight their demons. It also dawned on me if these demons actually helped them be the…
THE REAL SUPERSTARS: CELEBRITY ADVOCATES FOR DISABILITIES
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Some celebrities take all their wealth and influence for granted. Others make an effort to give back to those who are less fortunate. Here are just seven world-famous stars who have offered time, money, or advocacy for people with disabilities. Deborah Ann Woll She may bite a few necks on True Blood, but the real-life…
