Boyce Avenue, the Florida-based trio consisting of brothers Alejandro (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Fabian (guitar, vocals), and Daniel Manzano (bass, percussion, vocals) release their self-produced major label debut entitled All We Have Left on May 11, 2010, through Universal Republic Records. Singer/guitarist Alejandro Manzano comments, “It’s been a long-time goal of ours to release a…
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MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, MARCH 15th, 2010
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•CHRIS BROWN REJOINS TWITTER? After making a dramatic exit on Twitter, Chris Brown has decided to rejoin the social networking site. It’s unknown why the “I Can Transform Ya” star had a change of heart, but he is no longer listed under “Mechanical Dummy.” Instead, fans can follow him under his God given name: @ChrisBrown.…
DANIEL LIONEYE CONFIRM RELEASE OF VOL. II ON APRIL 27TH
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•The End Records is proud to announce the worldwide release of VOL. II from Daniel Lioneye (on Warner Bros. Records in Finland), the side project from members of HIM, on April 27th. Consisting of Linde (HIM) on guitars, bass and vocals, Burton (HIM) on keyboards and Bolton (Enochian Crescent) on drums, the band has always…
GRINGO STAR RELEASE ‘HURRY UP AND WAIT’ TRAILER
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•Cargo Records have just snapped Gringo Star up for a record deal in Europe and the band hits the road this weekend for a US tour (with Europe and the UK to follow), which includes three shows and a screening of the movie ‘Hurry Up & Wait’ (Malone Pictures) at this year’s SXSW. Watch the…
JAICKO PREVIEWS NEW SINGLE ON YOUTUBE
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•Jaicko first introduced his Carribean-infused, soulful sound on his breakout track, “Oh Yeah,” and now he’s serving it up on his new single “Fast Forward (FFWD).” Both tracks will appear on the Barbardian star’s major label debut, Can I, due out this summer featuring credits from STARGATE (Beyonce, Rihanna), the Stereotypes (Ne-Yo, Mary J.…
JONATHAN TYLER & THE NORTHERN LIGHTS TO RELEASE “PARDON ME”
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•F-Stop/Atlantic recording artist Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights will release their national debut PARDON ME on April 27. The band will celebrate the release with a slew of special performances, including their first late night TV appearance on April 8 on Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC) and a supporting slot on Kid Rock’s sold-out…
THE BOWERY PRESENTS LAUNCHES THE BOWERY PRESENTS BOSTON
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•The Bowery Presents, an independent promotion company based in New York City known for creating the best concert experiences for its fans and artists with reasonable ticket prices, launches The Bowery Presents Boston – a new extension of the company headquartered in Boston. The principals of The Bowery Presents have signed a…
DJ HERO SOUNDTRACK TO EXPAND WITH NEW EXCLUSIVE DOWNLOADABLE MIXES
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•Joining the critically-acclaimed, 93 original mix soundtrack on DJ Heroâ„¢ — the #1 new videogame intellectual property of 2009 — are chart topping hits from hip-hop legends and DJ Hero Renegade Edition headliners, JAY-Z and Eminem. Starting March 18, 2010, living room DJ’s can mix, scratch and battle with the JAY-Z vs. Eminem Mix Pack,…
CHER ANNOUNCES NEW SUMMER SHOWS FOR THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE
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•Cher will return to Sin City in June and July with all the iconic songs and stunning costumes for which she is famous. Cher at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace will go on sale with a new block of tickets on Sat., March 13 at 10 a.m. and dates include 12 additional summer performances from…
ROONEY SET TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM
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•Los Angeles quartet Rooney are very proud to announce the release of their new album, EUREKA. Produced and crafted entirely by the band, EUREKA will be released June 8th on California Dreaming Records through Warner Music Group’s Independent Label Group. The follow-up to Rooney’s two critically acclaimed albums — ROONEY & CALLING THE WORLD…
CONAN O’ BRIEN & MARGARET CHO AT BONNAROO
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•Superfly Productions and A.C. Entertainment are proud to announce the extraordinary comedy lineup for this year’s Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. A festival staple and a longstanding tradition that began in 2004, Bonnaroo will once again feature a dynamic and eclectic host of national headlining comics in its ever-popular seated, air-conditioned comedy venue. The festival…
JEFF BECK PREVIEWS “HAMMERHEAD” AUDIO VIA ‘EMOTION AND COMMOTION’
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•For his first studio album in seven years, Grammy-winning guitarist and rock n roll legend Jeff Beck returns with an eclectic mix of tracks that find the guitar virtuoso accompanied by a handpicked cast of talented musicians, as well as several songs accompanied by a 64-piece orchestra. Rhino unleashes the Rock and Roll Hall of…
ANTIGONE RISING NEW SITE LAUNCH
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•AG are set to announce the launch of their brand new website – www.antigonerising.com – on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010! Set your web browsers in our direction to check out the redesign and get a FREE DOWNLOAD of our first new studio track with new lead singer, Nini Camps! “Breaking Me,” will be available…
YEASAYER UNLEASH NEW VIDEO FOR O.N.E
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•“O.N.E.” is accompanied by another rather fabulous futuristic video – directed once again by Radical Friend (aka Kirby McClure and Julia Grigorian) who created the mind-melting “Ambling Alp”. The post-apocalyptic setting of LA’s surrounding industrial wasteland provided the inspiration needed to helm Yeasayer’s provocative performance. The gameboard is based on actual charts and diagrams that…
MATT SCHWACHMAN BAND IS NOW MY SILENT BRAVERY
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•It has been announced that MSB have a new band name, My Silent Bravery. This name builds upon the MSB identity and to us symbolizes the idea of inner strength and perseverance. MSB will not only still carry the same original lineup and appreciative fans, but will also use this group name to catapult Matt’s…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 11th, 2010
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•JESSICA SIMPSON DEBUTS NEW SONG Jessica Simpson has debuted a new song titled “Who We Are.” The tune will also serve as the theme for her new series, Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty, which premieres on Vh1 Monday at 10 PM Eastern. The song was inspired by Jessica’s travels around the world…
EXTREME TO RELEASE LIVE DVD & CD
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•EXTREME is releasing their ‘Take Us Alive’ live CD and DVD on Frontiers Records world-wide April 23rd in Europe & May 4th In USA. In 2008, following a 13 year hiatus, the band returned to the stage for their ‘Take Us Alive’ world tour, which encompassed 75 cities and multiple continents in support of their…
V V BROWN REMIX WIDGET
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•A widget has been made for V V Brown through MXP4. If you click “Play with it”, it allows you to Mix, Sing (Karaoke), Remix and Max the tracks “Shark in the Water” and “Crying Blood”. It also features: News, V.V.’s Twitter, Bio, Tour dates, images, videos, e-newsletter sign up, iTunes purchase links, Official, MySpace,…
OWL CITY US TOUR COMING THIS SPRING
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•Owl City announces a Spring headlining tour of the US kicking off on March 30th in Boise, ID and hitting every major US market including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, San Francisco, Denver, DC and more before ending on May 2nd in Milwaukee. As the band gears up for a busy 2010, Owl…
FRANK TURNER PREMIERES ENDEARING NEW VIDEO FOR “ISABEL”
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•As British singer-songwriter Frank Turner’s US tour comes to fruition, he leaves the country with an emotionally charged new video for his latest single, “Isabel,” from his critically heralded album, Poetry of the Deed. Premiering today, the heartfelt music video for “Isabel” was shot at Leo Carillo beach in Malibu while on a recent…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: T.I. “IM BACK”
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•We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is to share with our readers as many tracks that come in. Please note that some of these links expire so you got to get it while it’s hot! T.I. “IM BACK”: SKOPE IT HERE!
E1 AND KISS TEAM UP FOR TV SERIES
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•Leading independent studio, E1 Entertainment is thrilled to finalize their production and development deal with legendary rock band KISS. E1 will tap the worldwide enthusiasm for the KISS brand, collaborating with founding members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley to create a comedic half-hour kids television series that galvanizes the band’s iconic personas for its young…
GOO GOO DOLLS REVEAL TITLE OF BRAND-NEW ALBUM
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•The Goo Goo Dolls have announced that the title of their long-awaited forthcoming studio album will be SOMETHING FOR THE REST OF US, the Goo’s ninth studio album will be release by Warner Bros. Records later this year. In the meantime, fans can catch The Goo Goo Dolls on the road and hear new…
STATEMENT BY LINDSAY GUION – MANAGER OF D’ANGELO
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•“We know there is a lot of speculation in regard to the arrest of D’Angelo in New York City this past weekend. We would like his fans and the public at large to know that D’Angelo has pled not guilty — and is contesting the allegations made against him. Also know that, he is…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 9th, 2010
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•KE$HA WANTS TO BE IN KATY PERRY’S WEDDING Will Ke$ha be a bridesmaid in Katy Perry’s wedding to Russell Brand? Well, the “Tik Tok” singer definitely wants to be. Ke$ha told British paper The Sun that Perry had “better ask” her to be in the wedding party, and that she approves of her…
B.o.B SLATES DEBUT ALBUM
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•Rebel Rock Entertainment/Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist B.o.B has announced details of his hugely anticipated debut album. “B.o.B Presents: The Adventures Of Bobby Ray” — which includes the hit single, “Nothin’ On You (Feat. Bruno Mars)” — arrives in stores and at all online retailers on April 27th. “Nothin’ On You” is shaping up to…
WHO IS TRAVIE MCCOY?
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•Decaydance/Fueled By Ramen recording artist Travie McCoy has announced details of his upcoming new album. “LAZARUS” arrives in stores and at all online retailers on June 8th. Album pre-order details, track listing, and other information will be announced shortly via Travie’s newly-launched, official website, www.traviemccoy.com. Known far and wide as the frontman of…
YOU ME AT SIX “UNDERDOG” VIDEO
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•The dynamic UK-based band YOU ME AT SIX are preparing for the US release of their sophomore album, Hold Me Down, on March 16th. Fresh off a successful tour with Paramore and about to hit the road again in support of the new record, the band is ready to break into the mainstream with their…
AGENT SASCO REMIXES RIHANNA “RUDE BOY”
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•Assassin a.k.a. Agent Sasco has had a great start for 2010, his latest project being a remix of Rihanna’s “Rude Boy” produced by Boardhouse Records. The remix has Rihanna singing on a reggae beat and Assassin bringing the “Rude Boy” element to it. [youtube O9iX8FmZ8wA nolink]
BAD RELIGION SAYS THANK YOU TO FANS
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•In celebration of three decades of groundbreaking music, So-Cal’s quintessential punk rock group Bad Religion has announced plans to record a live album, 30 Years Live, during their upcoming spring 2010 House of Blues tour and offer it as a free “thank you” to loyal fans for a limited time only on May 18. …
THE READY SET ANNOUNCES SPRING TOUR
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•Alternative-pop solo artist THE READY SET is hitting the road for a series of spring tour dates. The run begins later this month with a stint at SXSW, followed by performances at both the Bamboozle California festival March 28th and the Bamboozle New Jersey festival on May 1st. The Ready Set will also be…
JOAN JETT TO RELEASE JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS GREATEST HITS
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•Joan Jett has been revolutionizing music for decades: from co-founding her first major band, the pioneering all-girl punk quintet, The Runaways (“Cherry Bomb”), at only 15 years old to bringing the infectious music of Joan Jett and The Blackhearts to the masses, her music has remained fresh and culturally relevant. On March 9th, Blackheart…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: PLIES “SHE GOT IT MADE”
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•We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is to share with our readers as many tracks that come in. Please note that some of these links expire so you got to get it while it’s hot! PLIES “SHE GOT IT MADE”: SKOPE IT…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, MARCH 8th, 2010
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•JUSTIN BIEBER ON QVC Justin Bieber will appear on QVC next week, according to MTV. The teen sensation will show up on the home shopping channel’s QVC Presents: Q Sessions Live, where he’ll perform live and sell special copies of his upcoming album, My World 2.0. Fans will be able to purchase the…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Drake “Over”
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•We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is to share with our readers as many tracks that come in. Please note that some of these links expire so you got to get it while it’s hot! Drake “Over”: SKOPE IT HERE!
RIHANNA PREFERS HER SENNHEISER MIC / JPEG
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•In just four years since first bursting onto the music scene, 22-year-old Rihanna has racked up over twelve million record sales worldwide and has collected one honor after another, including a Grammy Award in 2008 for her global smash hit, “Umbrella”. Rihanna is currently promoting her fourth album, Rated R, with high-profile live and televised…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Israel Nash Gripka & The Fieros “Gennessee Falls”
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•We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is to share with our readers as many tracks that come in. Please note that some of these links expire so you got to get it while it’s hot! Israel Nash Gripka & The Fieros performing…
BRET MICHAELS PERFORMS “NOTHING TO LOSE” LIVE
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•After releasing his new single “Nothing To Lose” ahead of schedule, thanks to a flood of attention surrounding the track, Bret Michaels headed to late night show Lopez Tonight for the first live performance of the ballad. Michaels stripped down the performance sitting under the stage lights just himself and an acoustic guitar, as the…
WHITE STRIPES NEW ALBUM WIDGET
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•We’re rapidly approaching the March 16th release date of “Under Great White Northern Lights.” Below is a link to the awesome new widget which includes video from the documentary, a preview to three songs off the new live album, photos, and a screening locator for your readers.
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 5th, 2010
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•UNPLUGGED IS BACK! CMT, MTV and VH1 are bringing back the award-winning music series Unplugged with eight new episodes, which will begin rolling out online on March 10th with VH1’s Unplugged: Adam Lambert. Upcoming Unplugged episodes include sets from Phoenix, The Script and Reba McEntire. New episodes will launch…