Luke Lalonde Releases Sophomore Solo LP THE PERPETUAL OPTIMISTNovember 22, 2019Luke Lalonde, acclaimed lead singer of indie-rock mainstays, Born Ruffians released his sophomore solo album The Perpetual Optimist today via Paper Bag Records - featured on this week's NPR Music New Music Friday playlist. Luke will celebrate the LP in the new year, January 9 in Toronto, at The Drake Underground.
Tasha Cobbs Leonard Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of Debut Album SMILE With Remastered Re-ReleaseNovember 22, 2019GRAMMY® Award winner Tasha Cobbs Leonard is celebrating the ten-year anniversary of her debut album, Smile, by making the newly remastered album available for the first time since 2011. The fan-favorite album, which was independently released by Tasha Cobbs Ministries in 2010, features the original recordings of the praise & worship hit “Happy,” the worshipful “Smile,” and the inspirational “Confidence.”
Morgan James Announces MEMPHIS MAGNETICNovember 22, 2019Called “the most promising young vocalist to come along so far this century” by The Wall Street Journal, Morgan James today announced details of Memphis Magnetic, her newest album heavily inspired by classic soul and recorded in Memphis at a studio by the same name. Memphis Magnetic is due out February 7, 2020. Pre-orders are available now here. See tracklisting below.
Liza Koshy to Host Moving Dance Floor Competition for QuibiNovember 22, 2019Today, Quibi announced it has greenlit 'FLOORED', a comedic dance competition series hosted by Liza Koshy, featuring two opposing teams as they attempt to perform dance routines on a moving dance floor while also dodging surprise obstacles.
Nora En Pure Launches Purified RecordsNovember 22, 2019Blossoming from a radio show into a worldwide event series, Nora En Pure's Purified has become one of the most sought-after musical brands over the past few years. Taking the next step in its evolution, Nora En Pure has announced the official launch of Purified Records. Marking the label's first release is German producer Marius Drescher's 'Panem' EP – out now via Purified Records.
Jon Bon Jovi Talks to CBS SUNDAY MORNING About JBJ Soul Kitchen RestaurantsNovember 22, 2019Rocker Jon Bon Jovi has made a career out of filling stadiums with cheering fans and now he's using that appeal – and his own financial resources – to help feed the homeless and needy through his JBJ Soul Kitchen restaurants. He tells Tracy Smith he gets a sense of fulfillment from the work, in an interview for the “Eat, Drink & Be Merry” edition of CBS SUNDAY MORNING to be broadcast Sunday, Nov. 24 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.
SCHOOL OF ROCK's Ava Della Pietra Releases 'Christmas Tonight'November 22, 201914-year-old singer/songwriter and Broadway alumna Ava Della Pietra is bursting into the spotlight with the release of “Christmas Tonight,” a beautiful and uplifting new song about the magic of the holiday season. Written by Ava with the help of producing partner Will Hicks (Ed Sheeran, Jamie Lawson), “Christmas Tonight” is Ava's heartfelt tribute that goes beyond presents and Santa on Christmas – a fresh snow, shimmering lights, and family and friends coming together to share in the special day. “Gather around everybody, it's getting close to midnight,“ Ava sings, “It's cold outside but it's warm in my heart.” The song was recorded at Manhattan Beach Recording in New York City, and according to Hicks, it 'has all the ingredients of a new Christmas classic.'
Coldplay Releases New Album EVERYDAY LIFE TodayNovember 22, 2019Today sees the global release of Coldplay's eighth album, Everyday Life, via Parlophone/Atlantic on CD, vinyl, cassette and digital formats, with two US-only vinyl versions available via Third Man Records on standard black and limited edition gold. The 53-minute double album is divided into two halves, Sunrise and Sunset.
Tennyson Releases TELESCOPE EPNovember 22, 2019The long wait is over as Tennyson finally unveil their full Telescope EP, out now via Counter Records. Influenced by extensive time spent in Japan and an exploration of the beauty in the mundane that surrounds us all, Luke Petty aka Tennyson's latest work is a stunning six-track outing led by standout singles “Telescope” and “Collapse”. Praised by the likes of Billboard Dance and Run The Trap to name a few, the project is also an ongoing collaboration with Russian visual artist Waneella whose artwork throughout the project helps inform the setting Telescope exists within. Aligned with Luke's vision, her work is a collection of atmospheric pieces displaying the stages of technological growth and decay that are as essential as the music itself.