Gibson Presents 'Eric Clapton 1964 Firebird I'August 22, 2019By acknowledging its iconic past and leaning into the innovative future, Gibson, the legitimate leader in professional instruments proudly presents the Eric Clapton 1964 Firebird I. A pre-sale will officially begin on August 20, all Gibson Eric Clapton 1964 Firebird I guitars will be sold through Guitar Center andon GuitarCenter.com in the United States as well as through select International Gibson dealers, visit www.gibson.com for further details.
TIMES SQUARE DISCOUNT By Dearly Beloved Out Oct. 25August 22, 2019Dearly Beloved is the creative braintrust of vocalist/bassist Rob Higgins and vocalist/percussionist/Theremin abuser Niva Chow and the Toronto band will release Times Square Discount on October 25 via Aporia Records.
Kim Gordon to Release First Solo AlbumAugust 22, 2019Today, multi-disciplinary artist Kim Gordon announced her first-ever solo album, No Home Record, to be released October 11th on Matador Records. The announcement of No Home Record follows the recent opening of Gordon's solo exhibition “She Bites Her Tender Mind” at IMMA (Irish Museum of Modern Art) in Dublin and “Lo-Fi Glamour” at Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, PA. Among its nine tracks, No Home Record features new single “Sketch Artist” accompanied by a video directed by Berlin-based artist and filmmaker Loretta Fahrenholz who notes ''Sketch Artist' is a haunted car ride. Kim drives as 'Unter' Pool summons passengers throughout nighttime LA. The city drifts by, passengers intermingle in the back seat and Kim's deadly stare shocks pedestrians along her route.” The clip includes a cameo from actress and writer Abbi Jacobson.
Tinariwen Release New Single Featuring Cass McCombsAugust 22, 2019Amadjar - the new album from the Grammy award-winning Tuareg musicians Tinariwen, coming out September 6 – was recorded in southern Morocco, accompanied by an old camper van that was converted into a makeshift studio. Every evening, the caravan stopped to set up camp and the members of Tinariwen got to work under the stars to prepare for the recording, talking things through, letting their guitar motifs, thoughts and long buried songs come. Then, during a final two-week camp in the desert around Nouakchott, the band, joined by The Mauritanian griotte Noura Mint Seymali and her guitarist husband, Jeiche Ould Chigaly, recorded their songs under large tent in a few live takes, without headphones or effects.
'Morning Becomes Eclectic: Live from the Basement' Out NowAugust 20, 2019KCRW releases today a limited-edition double-vinyl compilation of curated live performances from Jason Bentley's tenure as Music Director and host of the station's flagship music program, Morning Becomes Eclectic. Live session recordings include performances by Cold War Kids, Little Dragon, Beach House, Los Lobos, and many more. The vinyl also features art designed by award-winning graphic designer Lawrence Azzerad from LAD Design.
Jonah Tolchin Adds More Dates to U.S. TourAugust 20, 2019Acclaimed singer/songwriter/bluesman Jonah Tolchin has confirmed additional tour dates in support of his fourth studio album, Fires for the Cold, out September 13 on Yep Roc Records. The 15-date U.S. tour kicks off August 29, in New York City with stops in Nashville at AmericanaFest, Washington, D.C., Charlotte, Decatur, Cambridge, amongst others. A seven-date European tour with label mate Dawn Landes is slated for December. A full list of dates is below.
Dominic Fike's DSCVR Performance Released Via VevoAugust 20, 2019Vevo announces the release of Dominic Fike's DSCVR performance of 'King of Everything' off his latest release, Don't Forget About Me, Demos. The demos are a rare glimpse at an artist on the precipice of ubiquity, one so specifically him, notable for his self-assured singing, dynamic instrumentation and compelling songwriting.
Jake Troth Releases New Single and Accompanying Music VideoAugust 20, 2019Atlantic recording artist Jake Troth has released his second single, “Alive and Well,” along with companion video, streaming now at Jake's official YouTube channel. “Alive and Well” follows on the heels of his debut single, “Open Door,” which was released last month. “Alive and Well” saw its premiere on Friday via Ones To Watch, who declared, “As someone who has always appreciated the beauty in simplicity, Troth crafts raw music that can be just as powerful and moving sung acapella as with instruments. His latest and greatest is an honest tune titled “Alive & Well,” which sees Troth struggling with his inner self as he transitions from his lowest points to some of his best moments.”
'Stop the Clocks' by Enter Shikari Music Video Out NowAugust 20, 2019Following Reading & Leeds and one final festival appearance of 2019 at Belgium's Crammerock Festival, Enter Shikari will head out on their U.S tour which begins on September 20th in Austin, TX and circles eastward (dates below).
Screaming Females Announce 'Singles Too' CompilationAugust 20, 2019Out October 18th, Singles Too collects Screaming Females' complete non-album recordings, gathering together early 7” singles, digital-only b-sides, and one pretty great remix. The download and CD will also feature six cover songs, including the New Jersey trio's takes on music by Neil Young, Taylor Swift, Sheryl Crow, and Patti Smith. The vinyl version of the album will be a one-time pressing limited to 1500 copies.
VEX RED Unveils Music Video for 'Tarantula'August 20, 2019Electronic rockers VEX RED have unveiled a brand new video for their recent single 'Tarantula', their first taste of new material in three years. The video follows a protagonist through a variety of unexpected and bewildering occurrences, culminating in a dramatic climax in the midst of a gloomy forest.
Steve Miller Shares Previously Unreleased SongAugust 20, 2019Renowned guitarist, multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter, bandleader and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Steve Miller has released a new song from his rarities box set, WELCOME TO THE VAULT, out October 11 via Sailor/Capitol/UMe. The song, 'Say Wow!,' recorded by Miller in 1973, is making its release debut with WELCOME TO THE VAULT.
Third Annual Goldie Awards Hosts and Judges UnveiledAugust 20, 2019Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak unveils this year's hosts and judges for the third annual Goldie Awards today. The event will be hosted by Denzel Curry and YehMe2 judged by Armand van Helden, Just Blaze, Busy P, DJ Craze, Alison Wonderland, Take A Daytrip, UNIIQU3 and Kittens. Get tickets and enter the competition here.
Diplo Premieres 'Heartless'August 20, 2019Diplo unveils a second track, “Heartless” featuring Platinum artist, songwriter Morgan Wallen, under his country moniker Thomas Wesley today—listen to the song here, out now on Columbia Records. “Heartless” follows “So Long” featuring Cam and is the second of several forthcoming collaborations due to appear on Diplo's country EP due out this fall.
BBMAK Release Single 'So Far Away'August 20, 2019BBMAK, Mark Barry, Christian Burns and Stephen McNally who recently reunited after a 15-year hiatus have released the second single, “So Far Away” from their forthcoming album Powerstation. “So Far Away” is available at all digital retailers.
New Single by Liam Gallagher Out NowAugust 20, 2019'Shockwave,' 'The River' and 'Once': Three melodically potent tracks have previewed Liam Gallagher's forthcoming second solo album Why Me? Why Not., suggesting that the highly anticipated album will be something special. His charisma and impassioned vocal power are constant throughout songs which range from reflections on the past to righteous anger at the direction that we're collectively heading in.
You Me at Six Release New Single 'What It's Like'August 20, 2019Ahead of their return to the Reading & Leeds Festival Main Stage, and biggest outdoor UK headline show to date at Gunnersbury Park on September 8th, You Me At Six have released brand new single 'What's It Like'. The first new material since their acclaimed UK Top Ten album 'VI', released on Underdog Records / AWAL.