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Echo Park-based dark-pop duo In The Valley Below are pleased to release the 2nd installment of their two-part video series directed by French avant-garde filmmaker Laurent Michel Moreau. This video is for the haunting track “Palm Tree Fire,” led by the call and return between the male and female leads. Watch the first installment for…

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With the festive season around the corner, full of sparkly dresses, Christmas parties, spending time with friends and family and bursting with the spirit of giving a little more love this year, and The Cellophane Flowers are definitely getting all festive with their early Christmas present, ‘Tears of a Clown’.   The sensational quirky indie-pop…

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Critically acclaimed LA-based band Wildcat! Wildcat! are set to support Alt-J on the west coast run of their North American tour in December (details below). The taste-making independent label Neon Gold, who released the band’s latest 7” The Chief, noted that, “It was their Royal Tenenbaums-inspired calling card and flawless aesthetic that first caught our…

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Looks like “Bieber Fever” has swept the nation for a second year in a row as Justin Bieber tops Bing’s list of Top Searched Musicians in 2012. From an album release and an on/off relationship with a former Disney starlet, there is no surprise that this has been the year of the Bieber. The nation…

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“Well, if I were to use that threadbare metaphor of albums being like children, then Push The Sky Away is the ghost-baby in the incubator and Warren’s loops are its tiny, trembling heart-beat.” – Nick Cave ALBUM TRAILER LIVE NOW: http://bzz.is/8k8 At the heart of Push the Sky Away is a naturalism and warmth that…

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Christian McNeill & Sea Monsters releases their debut album, Everything’s Up For Grabs, on January 22, 2013 through Q-Dee Records. A self-described “career songwriter,” Christian McNeill was born in Ireland but has called the Boston area home for the last 16 years. His career arc began as a punk rocker in the Irish group Schtum…

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Geffen Records recording artists Lifehouse will release their first new album in over two years and their sixth overall on December 11th titled: Almería.   To celebrate the band has scheduled two special performances for release week.   On December 11th, Lifehouse will perform at The Gramercy in New York City and on December 18th…

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Armenia is a small country of fewer than four million people sitting in the south caucus region of Asia and landlocked between Turkey, Azerbadjian, Georgia, and Iran. You should know this because Los Angeles is in fact home to one of the largest Armenian immigrant enclaves in the world. Celebrities Serj Tankian and Kim Kardashian…

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Coca-Cola tapped three emerging music artists to record “Something In The Air”, the brand’s 2012 holiday anthem.   Produced by Rock Mafia and written and performed by Music Dealers’ artist Grayson Sanders, the song features Atlantic recording artist Lauriana Mae and Mulinjer LLC’s singer-songwriter Jono.   Available now on iTunes, “Something in the Air” is…

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Matt Pond will release his new album The Lives Inside The Lines In Your Hand on February 5 via BMG. The first single, “Love To Get Used,” premiered this week on Rolling Stone as a Daily Download. “The song specifically references the explorer side of my family,” says Pond.   “An endless loop of pride…

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Gentleman Reg’s new full-length album, Leisure Life, arrived in stores today on Heavy Head/Outside Music and you can stream it currently via CBC Music here. Reg has been building up anticipation since the summer, previewing the album with the release of three digital EPs featuring tracks from the album, along with b-sides, garnering excellent reviews…

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Check out the official music video for Christina Perri’s original holiday song “Something About December” Shot in LA and directed by Elliot Sellers, Christina shares some home videos from her childhood. The video also features a cameo from Christina’s brother Nick Perri, who co-wrote the song with Christina and producer David Hodges. Christina Perri “Something…

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On Sunday, November 18th, The Farthest Edge converged on the American Music Awards scene for what they hoped to be their inaugural walk on the AMA Red Carpet. Realizing how important the American Music Awards are in the industry and to rising stars, the opportunity to be a part of this signature event ignited the…

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Mat Zo, one of the most acclaimed young DJ/producers in electronic music, is beginning his largest solo North American tour ever, spanning the tail end of November through New Year’s Eve in Chicago. http://youtu.be/4_5blMi0ve4 This tour caps of Mat’s most successful year to date. It began with his release of the ‘Bipolar’ EP in February,…

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The first single “Balding” is premiering today at Diffuser.fm and though certainly rife with metaphor, is also meant to be taken literally as well. The tune bounces through its paces like an anxious metronome, at moments channeling the convulsive jazz of John Zorn only to morph into the indie rock equivalent of Gregorian chant. In…

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French Horn Rebellion have collaborated with The Knocks’ JPatt for this nu disco track “Love Is Dangerous”. The remix by Brooklyn’s Chrome Canyon is part of the Love Is Dangerous EP which will come out December 11th, the day French Horn Rebellion play New York’s Webster Hall, supporting OF MONTREAL. SKOPE IT HERE!

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UK hard rockers Heaven’s Basement are proud to reveal the cover art and track listing for their debut album FILTHY EMPIRE. The album has now been confirmed for a February 5th, 2013 North American street date via Red Bull Records. Filthy Empire is produced by John Feldmann (The Used, Papa Roach, Black Veil Brides) and…

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The first EVER single from Playasville titled “Know About Me” from their upcoming debut album. Playasville consists of Charlie Burgess and James Browning. Charlie lays out the raps/vocals, while James produces the music. The new album is just about done and will be completely produced by James and will include no samples. More details about…

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Prime Social Group is pleased to announced its confirmations for Phase One of Electro Beach 2013 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In its sophomore year Electro Beach Puerto Vallarta brings a stellar combination of superstar DJs including Tiesto, Sander Van Doorn, Nicky Romero, Zedd, Tommy Trash, Pierce Fulton, 3Lau, Krewella, Manufactured Superstars, DannyAvila, The Knocks and…

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In this video, Freeway discusses why he loves being an independent artist. He mentions that since his days with Roc-A-Fella, he has always maintained creative control, so it only makes sense to take it another step and release his forthcoming album, “Diamond In The Ruff” independently through Babygrande Records. “Diamond In The Ruff” hits stores…

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Hardrockers Dead Fish Handshake, and the release of their single “Leave the Light On,” the proceeds of which are being donated to the Monmouth County Food Bank.   The song is off of their latest EP, “The Sixes,” which was produced by Sevendust’s Clint Lowery. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIAkd8uOtUI

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On February 12th 2013, Darwin Deez will release “Songs For Imaginative People”, his follow up to the successful eponymous debut, which featured the singles “Constellations”, “Radar Detector” and “Up In the Clouds”, which all became UK hits.     Entirely self-recorded and produced in Asheville, North Carolina, then mixed in London with Charlie Andrew (Alt-J,…

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Venice, CA “Destroyers of Rock ‘n’ Roll” THE SHRINE released their new album Primitive Blast.this summer and just returned from their first European tour (alongside stoner rock veterans Fu Manchu). Today, VICE’s Noisey premieres THE SHRINE’s new music video “Whistlings of Death”, a true-to-life mashup of everything the band lives for: skating pools, having fun…

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Angelique Sabrina, the 14 year old Bahamas native that is turning heads with her debut single and dance craze, “Pull Up,” has just premiered the official Radio Remix Video featuring professional sports’ best cheerleaders and dancers. The brand new “instant upgrade” of the song comes courtesy of Philly’s Number One DJ Ran (99 Power FM,…

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The Giving Tree Band are proud to present the music video for the song “Dead Heroes,” from their recently released album Vacilador, praised by Relix Magazine for putting “a new spin on the old sound of Americana.” The Giving Tree band will close out the year with select tour dates across the mid-west. SKOPE IT…

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ILL BILL’s “The Grimy Awards” hits stores on 1-29-2013, featuring HR of Bad Brains, A-Trak, El-P, Jedi Mind Tricks, OC, Cormega, Meyhem Lauren, Q-Unique, Shabazz The Disciple & Lil Fame of M.O.P., with production from DJ Premier, DJ Muggs, Pete Rock, Large Professor, Psycho Les, El-P, Ayatollah, MoSS, C-Lance & ILL BILL himself. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF1uZr6k6Cc

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Earning comparisons to Wilco and Fleet Foxes, atmospheric, retro-influenced pop/rock band Broken Anchor evolved through a collaboration between singer/songwriter Austin Hartley-Leonard and producer Brad Gordon. After honing his craft as a solo artist with songs featured on TV shows such as “Burn Notice,” “Hart of Dixie,” “Jane By Design” and “The Ghost Whisperer,” Hartley-Leonard originally…

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A live performance by American rock band The Gaslight Anthem will be broadcast LIVE from Terminal 5 in New York, New York on Thursday, November 29 exclusively on AXS TV. This premier concert event continues the AXS TV commitment to bringing fans the hottest acts, brightest stars and rising artists from all genres LIVE to…

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The Various Cruelties track If It Wasn’t For You is featured in the new Zales TV Ad campaign running now through the holidays and for Valentines Day 2013. The campaign has previously featured Alamaba Shakes and The Black Keys. Various Cruelties debut album will be released February 26th, 2013 in the states with plans to…

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ON AN ON have just released “The Hunter” – the second song from their forthcoming debut album Give In, out January 29th via Roll Call Records. “The Hunter” comes on the heals of their incredibly well-received debut single “Ghosts,” which Nylon gushed over as “dream-washed synth-pop that never gets too sweet,” and Consequence of Sound…

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Constant Deviants is excited to give fans a chance to listen to their new album, Diamond. The full-length release, which will be available at retail (both on vinyl and digitally) this coming January, is now available to fans digital-only, via Constant Deviant’s label, Six2Six Records. http://six2sixrecords.bandcamp.com/album/diamond

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A special concert streaming tonight via StageIt, with donations to benefit Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. Classic and iconic singer-songwriter Carly Simon performs live from her living room along with her children, Ben Taylor and Sally Taylor. Fans are invited to request songs and ask questions. A portion of the tips will be donated to the…

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The gift for hard-to-buy-for rock n roll fan has just become easier than ever to buy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFGoVan7sNs How about a drum head doodled on and signed by the legendary drummer of The Ramones with a personalized video as proof of authenticity? Or a limited edition original artwork print, drum sticks or a jar of MARKY…

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St. Louis native and recording artist Bud E is receiving early radio success with his debut song “Goes On.” The record which features label mate and St. Louis native Bradd Young, is currently in rotation at 21 stations and achieving increased airplay each week. “Goes On” is now available for purchase on iTunes, and the…

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Texas musical treasure, Alejandro Escovedo, will chronicle his impressive 35-year artistic odyssey with a special multi-media concert on Saturday, December 29th, 2012 at Austin’s Moody Theater as part of Austin City Limits Live. This unique event, led by musical director Charlie Sexton, will showcase Escovedo’s legendary career brought to life through storytelling & song ?…

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Lavender Diamond released the video for the band’s brand new single, “Light My Way” from their September release, Incorruptible Heart.   Watch as the camera follows front woman, Becky Stark, as she dances silhouetted against the backdrop of an oil refinery in Long Beach, CA.   The beautiful flowing lyrics and upbeat tempo make it…

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Watch never before seen footage and MJ interviews! The documentary by award-winning director Spike Lee celebrates the 25th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s landmark “BAD” album and tour. “Michael Jackson: BAD25” airs Thanksgiving Day, THURSDAY NOV 22 9:30|8:30c on ABC! http://youtu.be/1P0toSi4nbE The BAD25 documentary aligns with the worldwide release BAD25 (a collaboration of Epic Records, Legacy…

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The Maestro Cares Foundation (MC), founded by international pop icon Marc Anthony and entrepreneur Henry Cardenas, announced today details for its groundbreaking ceremony in La Romana Dominican Republic, where it will help provide a new residence hall and learning center for more than 150 orphaned children. The event is set for Friday, Nov. 23 at…

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Singer-songwriter, producer, and dedicated activist Erin McKeown returns with a new album that brings together her political and musical selves, emitting honesty and hope. The album, MANIFESTRA, earned its title as McKeown struggled to find a word to describe the process of internal change becoming external and a statement of purpose and unity. Funded by…

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ON AN ON have released “The Hunter,” the second song from their forthcoming debut album Give In, out January 29, 2013 via Roll Call Records. “The Hunter” comes on the heals of their incredibly well received debut single “Ghosts,” which Nylon gushed over as “dream-washed synth-pop that never gets too sweet,” and Consequence of Sound…

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