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D&M NEW EP COMING IN APRIL

The blues infused alternative pop band, known as D & M, will be releasing their new EP, Wait For Me, on April 24th, 2012, produced by Brandon Bost. Drawing from the likes of John Mayer, Mumford & Sons, and Fun., their mix of pop, blues, and rock n’ roll leaves something for all music lovers.…

NOVA SOCIAL PERFORMS LIVE VIDEO

Never-before-seen live video from Nova Social, the undulating patriarchs of the underground pop scene in NYC for the past decade.   Nova Social is the electro-pop phenom best known for their unapologetic tongue-in-cheek lyrics, pulsating synthetic beats, and their commanding live shows that are performed with a full-band which includes a 3-piece string session. [youtube…

3 PILL MORNING SIGNS TO A2Z/PAGE 2 MUSIC/eONE

Minneapolis, MN Rock band 3 Pill Morning has signed with New York based A2Z / Page2 Music distributed via eOne, the largest independent music and video distribution company in North America. 3 Pill Morning shares eOne’s rock roster with acts like Bush, Pop Evil, Anew Revolution and more. “The music industry is tough and constantly…

DZ DEATHRAYS DEBUT LP TRAILER

Following DZ Deathrays’ debut US release of the No Sleep EP, the Brisbane, Australia-based two piece is back with the international release of the band’s debut full length, Bloodstreams.   To be released on May 8 via 3|4 in the US, Bloodstreams delivers what fans have come to expect from the band: raw energy packed…

MARIACHI EL BRONX ANNOUNCES HEADLINE TOUR

Mariachi El Bronx – the alter ego of acclaimed punk outfit The Bronx – will kick off a headlining tour on May 17 at the Fox Theatre in Boulder, CO. The run, which will feature special guests Two Gallants, will include free shows in Chicago (5/20) and Philadelphia (5/22) plus a Rocks Off cruise in…

AESOP ROCK TO RELEASE ‘SKELETHON’ LP

Iconic New York-born, San Francisco-based rapper and producer, Aesop Rock, is joining forces with indie-rap powerhouse Rhymesayers Entertainment to release his sixth studio album, Skelethon, on July 10th 2012.     Since the release of None Shall Pass in 2007,   we’ve seen Aesop Rock touring the world, launching online arts outlet, 900bats.com, and collaborating…

YANN TIERSEN DEBUTS VIDEO CARE OF THE YELLOW BIRD PROJECT

Yann Tiersen will be releasing an ambitious new album entitled Skyline this April 17 via Anti- Records. In anticipation, the celebrated multi instrumentalist and composer has unveiled a video for his new song “I’m Gonna Live Anyhow.”   The video will debut at the Yellow Bird Project along with a T shirt Tiersen designed for…

MY LOVE AFFAIR SIGNS ON EMI

My Love Affair, the international sensation helping brands build strategic and creative campaigns with artists announced today their exclusive partnership with label powerhouse EMI Music as the first major partner for their new internet platform, MyProductPlacement.     MyProductPlacement.com is the first ever online platform allowing a direct interaction between brands (and their ad agencies)…

BURN & DAVID GUETTA TEAM UP WITH iTUNES

“Nothing but the Beat”, a documentary-style film telling the inspirational story of the rise of Electronic Dance Music (EDM) through the eyes of David Guetta and his friends and their impact on electronic music, is ready to ignite music fans the world over. For one week starting today, the movie will be available as a…

BANDS CAN SELL ON STEREOKILLER FOR FREE

Stereokiller’s latest upgrade is a real game changer. It allows bands to sell music downloads and physical merchandise without charging them a fee to do so. No other site offers bands this free service. “Bandcamp, ReverbNation, and Topspin all take a cut of the bands’ money. Our audience consists of hard working, hard touring bands…

LUTHER DICKINSON RELEASES THREE RECORDS ON MAY 8

On May 8, guitarist extraordinaire Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars, Black Crowes) will be releasing three records, all with different players and feels. One is an acoustic instrumental guitar record called Hambone’s Meditation. One is a band called The Wandering featuring female singers from Memphis and North Mississippi. The other is Old Times There…, the…

SETH WALKER BRINGS HIS BLUES-INFUSED AMERICANA TO NEW CD

In the three years since his last album, Seth Walker moved to Nashville from Austin, wrote songs with friends new and old, and played many, many shows. And just like most people, he thought about life, about love, and about the changes you experience if you move away (both geographically and philosophically) from those people…

EMMURE MUSIC VIDEO “PROTOMAN”

EMMURE has just release their new music video “Protoman” produced by Frank Nasso. This single is off their soon to be released album (4/10/12), Slave To The Game, found in most major retailer. “Protoman”: http://vevo.ly/GKtQO3                 This video features the band rocking out in an 80’s throwback arcade,…

SRAVANA DEBUT SINGLE OUT NOW

Singer-songwriter Sravana’s first pop song was released on January 25th of this year, available online now, it has already recieved good reviews, and is expected to be given airplay in the near future. Sravana is a freshman at a college in Florida. She is easy going and likeable by everyone; most important is she is…

DEUCE TO RELEASE ‘NINE LIVES’ ON APRIL 24TH

Co-founder and former frontman of Hollywood Undead, Deuce, will be releasing a super deluxe bundle for his upcoming debut solo album Nine Lives including a mask, exclusive t-shirt and copy of the album, along with a DVD containing the music videos for “Let’s Get It Crackin’” and “America,” as well as 9 “behind the scenes”…

BULLET TOOTH RECORDS SIGNS THROW THE FIGHT

Bullet Tooth is proud to announce the worldwide signing of Minneapolis Minnesota’s, Throw The Fight. For the past three decades, Minneapolis has had it’s finger on the pulse of the musical world. There’s something about the Northern Midwest crowds that demand passion and energy from their musical acts. Throw The Fight continues that tradition, bringing…

KID CAPRI TEAMS UP WITH NORTH CAROLINA DUO PRESIDENTS 919

Hip-Hop double act, twin brothers, Presidents 919 hailing from North Carolina have teamed up with the iconic DJ Kid Capri for their mixtape, BEST DUO BEST FLOW. Eager to make an impression on Hip-Hop fans, Dic Nixon and Willie J Clinton sought some of the most influential and poignant tracks from the Hip-Hop timeline to…

KEANE ANNOUNCE NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

British rockers Keane will kick off a North American tour in support of their fourth studio album Strangeland in Boston, MA on June 12th. Mystery Jets will support on all dates except Nashville, Chicago and Milwaukee..   Strangeland was produced by Dan Grech (Radiohead, The Vaccines, Howling Bells), recorded at Sea Fog, Keane songwriter/pianist Tim…

NAMESAKE ANNOUNCE TOUR DATES

Atlanta rock band Namesake is road ready for a trek of April and May tour dates with Eve 6 and Red Jumpsuit Apparatus in anticipation of their upcoming debut album, Borders & Fences. The band will be kicking off a set of dates with Eve 6 on April 6th, leading into a run of shows…

LOCRIAN SIGN TO RELAPSE

Relapse Records is extremely proud to announce the signing of experimental, dark ambient / noise trio LOCRIAN.   LOCRIAN formed in late 2005 and consist of André Foisy (Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Arp Avatar, Electronics), Terence Hannum (Vocals, Synthesizers, Piano, Organ, Mellotron and Tapes) and Steven Hess (Drums, Electronics).   The group, located in Chicago,…

NEW VIDEO FOR LATEST CAROLINA LIAR SINGLE “ME AND YOU”

Acclaimed pop rock band Carolina Liar premiered the video for their new single, “Me And You” today on VEVO. “Me And You” is the second single from Carolina Liar’s latest release, Wild Blessed Freedom and is available for purchase at iTunes. “Me And You”: http://vevo.ly/AFutd8 The inspiration for the concept behind the “Me And You”…

THE SWORD SIGN NEW WORLDWIDE DEAL WITH RAZOR & TIE

The Sword has signed a new, multi-album worldwide deal with New York City based label, Razor & Tie. After releasing three critically acclaimed albums on Kemado Records, the Austin TX based quartet featuring guitarist/vocalist   J.D. Cronise, guitarist Kyle Shutt, bassist Bryan Richie, and new drummer Santiago “Jimmy” Vela III will commence recording their fourth…

THE DIRTY HEADS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM OUT JUNE 19th

So-Cal alternative rockers The Dirty Heads have announced their long-awaited new album, Cabin By The Sea, which will be globally released on Five Seven Music on June 19th.   The album, produced by Mario C., was recorded at Sonic Ranch Studios in Texas and features collaborations with Matisyahu, Del the Funky Homosapien, Ky-Mani Marley and…

A. WOLF & HER CLAWS ANNOUNCE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM

A. Wolf & Her Claws announce self-titled debut album to be released on 4/17.   This 10 track album was recorded over the past 9 months at NoWare Studios in Minneapolis, MN.   The collection of vocal/electronic tunes started to come to life last year after Wolf was commissioned by the Cedar Cultural Center’s 416…

LIARS ANNOUNCE FIRST DETAILS OF THE NEW ALBUM OUT JUNE 5TH

Liars — Angus Andrew, Aaron Hemphill and Julian Gross – announce the first details of a new album, out on Mute on June 5th 2012, their sixth studio album and follow up to 2010’s critically lauded Sisterworld, which garnered an 8.1 Pitchfork rating and Best New Music distinction. The Los Angeles Times said, “Bands that…

OUR LADY PEACE’S “HEAVYWEIGHT” VIDEO

“Heavyweight”, the first official video from Juno-Award winning Canadian band Our Lady Peace’s eighth studio album, Curve, debuted on their website earlier this week. [youtube 7fcm0hHPV04 nolink] Recorded in Toronto and at band founder Raine Maida’s L.A. Home studio with co-producer Jason Lader [Jay-Z’s “99 Problems,” Mars Volta, Julian Casablancas, Rilo Kiley, Elvis Costello, Noah…

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH RETURN FROM KUWAIT

This week, 5FDP prepares for a massive hometown headlining show at the Joint in Las Vegas, en route to more west coast headlining dates and a trek into Canada.   The band has just returned from a visit to military bases across Kuwait, where they touched down for performances and or visits on bases that…

JOE DEROSA NEW CD FULL LENGTH AVAILABLE ON APRIL 10TH

To celebrate the upcoming release of Believer editor Karolina Waclawiak’s debut novel “How To Get Into The Twin Palms” (Two Dollar Radio/July 2012), Jon DeRosa   is offering a free download of his song “Hollow Earth Theory,” that is featured in the Twin Palms book trailer. This track will also appear on Jon’s album “A…

TAKING BACK SUNDAY TO HEADLINE VANS WARPED TOUR 2012

Taking Back Sunday are pleased to announce they will be one of the main stage headliners of Vans Warped Tour 2012. This marks the first time since 2004 the band will participate in the entire tour, which begins on June 16 in Salt Lake City, UT and hits 41 cities throughout US and Canada before…

THE LUMINEERS STREAMING NEW ALBUM NOW

Following a stellar showing at SXSW, Denver-based trio The Lumineers begin their tour tonight in San Diego, CA. The band’s upcoming self-titled debut album will see release on April 3 through Dualtone, and despite music not being released yet, many of the tour dates have already sold out, including two nights in Los Angeles, San…

JOSH TATUM SET TO RELEASE HIS DEBUT

Fort Worth, TX native Josh Tatum works hard. Unlike many newer artists who expect overnight success or that have a sense of entitlement, Josh is the antithesis of that. He truly enjoys the grass roots, pay-your-dues approach. Josh is very excited about releasing his CD “Everything” (Hideaway Entertainment) next week on March 27. “I can’t…

LYDIA LASKA NEW VIDEO “NERVOUS”

The first video ever to be filmed with the assistence of NASA, Nervous is taken from LYDIA LASKA`s debut album, Krankenhaus(Duplicate Records).   Emil Nikolaisen of SERENA-MANEESH adds his swampy contributions on guitar, while Eivind Schou sullied his distorted violin in the process. The main character in the video- the contemplating, skeptical astronaut- is played…

DRIICKY GRAHAM SIGNS DEAL WITH eONE MUSIC

eOne Music and NuWorld Era Music Group announce the release of “Snap Backs & Tattoos,” the infectious new single from hip hop’s most talented up-and-comer, Driicky Graham. The track has garnered accolades for the 20 year old rhyme slayer from DJs all across the country, and has already been receiving heavy airplay atWQHT in New…

LONNY ZIBLAT NEW ALBUM OUT NOW

Khalom (Hebrew for “A Dream”) – new album, is now available through all major digital distributors worldwide, from Amazon through iTunes to Napster etc.   For this occasion, anyone who now joins my facebook artist page or subscribes to my mailing list will receive a download link of the full album for free!   “Khalom…

DRAKE ANNOUNCES 27-CITY NORTH AMERICAN AMPHITHEATRE TOUR

Multi-Platinum selling, Grammy ® nominated recording artist Drake today announced a 27-city U.S. amphitheatre run of The Club Paradise Tour in support of his critically acclaimed album TAKE CARE. J. Cole, Waka Flocka Flame, Meek Mill, 2 Chainz and French Montana will support. The Live Nation promoted tour kicks off May 7th in Concord, CA…

GAME LAUNCHES MUSIC VIDEO TO “THE CITY”

Interscope Records recording artist Game premiered the music video for “The City” that features Kendrick Lamar from the Billboard Top 200 chart topping R.E.D. Album yesterday on RollingStone.com. Produced by Cool and Dre, “The City” serves as the intro to the R.E.D. Album and sets the tone for the entire record.   The music video…

VOCAL TRASH USES RECYCLED INSTRUMENTS

“It’s entertainment with a conscience,” says Steve Linder, creator of Vocal Trash; a diverse blend of environmental performers who have been engaging audiences across the U.S. for over a decade. The musical aspects of this exciting, high-energy troupe from Texas appeals to everyone — from the very young to the very old — in its…

JOE WALSH TO RELEASE ANALOG MAN ON JUNE 5

Grammy Award winning rock and roll legend Joe Walsh returns with Analog Man, his first solo album in two decades to be released on June 5th, 2012 from Fantasy Records/Concord.   Analog Man is both modern and timelessly soulful, packed with Walsh’s beloved wit, charm and chops; it delivers an incredibly raw and intimate sound.…

GAVIN DEGRAW AND COLBIE CAILLAT ANNOUNCE SUMMER CO-HEADLINING TOUR

Multi-platinum, two-time Grammy winning singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat and Platinum recording artist Gavin DeGraw have announced that they will embark on a co-headlining 2012 North American Summer tour. The tour will kick off Friday, May 25th in Simpsonville, SC and hit 22 cities before wrapping on June 29th in Highland Park, IL (full routing below). Singer-songwriter…