Striking Matches Release New EP 'Morning'May 6, 2019Hot on the heels of their performance at Nashville's behemoth NFL Draft Experience, the songwriting duo of Sarah Zimmermann and Justin Davis, better known as Striking Matches, have just released their new EP Morning, the first in a series of three releases due out in 2019. Morning is the first release after a tumultuous year of setbacks for the duo, most notably their departure from Capitol Records. “2018 was a challenging year for us in many ways, but I think sometimes you have to have trials and hurdles to overcome in order to find your best self,” says Zimmermann. “It pushed us, hard, but it also allowed us to be artists and reconnect with ourselves and what we do, and what makes us, us.” Stream Morning here.
Madonna's Madame X Tour Announces Intimate Concert ExperienceMay 6, 2019Madame X available globally on June 14, Madonna, Live Nation and Maverick have announced a series of rare and intimate performances to take place exclusively in theaters, giving fans an opportunity to see Madonna in an environment like they never have before.
PnB Rock Unveils Debut Album 'Trapstar Turnt Popstar'May 3, 2019Atlantic Records has announced today's release of TrapStar Turnt PopStar, the eagerly awaited full-length debut from melodic heavyweight, PnB Rock. The LP – which includes the hit single “I Like Girls (Feat. Lil Skies)” – is available now for streaming and download HERE. TrapStar Turnt PopStar, a double album, highlights PnB Rock's trap beginnings (The TrapStar) and what we can expect from him in the future (The PopStar).
The Human Rights Watch Announces 30th Anniversary Film FestivalMay 3, 2019The Human Rights Watch Film Festival presents 13 timely and provocative films, from June 13-20, 2019, that shine a bright light on bravery and resilience in challenging times, with incisive perspectives on human rights issues affecting people around the world. As racism and xenophobia continue to rise within the highest echelons of power, this year's festival presents cinematic works that expose and humanize cases of legalized and legitimized oppression of the disenfranchised that demand the world's attention.
Crooked Colours Release New Single 'Never Dance Alone' with LadyhawkeMay 3, 2019On May 17 Crooked Colours will release their much anticipated sophomore album Langata via Sweat It Out (pre-order). The band shared a new single from the album 'Never Dance Alone' which features Ladyhawke with Flood Magazine. The track follows up the acclaimed singles 'I'll Be There,' 'Do It Like You,' and 'Hold On' from the forthcoming release. About the track Flood Magazine says, ''Never Dance Alone' features a minimal arrangement, low, rumbling bass tones, and additional vocals from New Zealand's Pip Brown, better known as Ladyhawke. Her contribution brings an entirely new dimension to Crooked Colour's indie dance aesthetic, not unlike the dynamic found in music by The xx.' 'Never Dance Alone' is available on all streaming platforms today.
Pheeyownah Releases Debut R&B Album SILVERMay 3, 2019Today, Swedish/Ugandan singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist & dancerPheeyownah releases her bewitching debut R&B album SILVER viaLabrador Records. She recently shared singles “Scent/Sweat” from it viaLADYGUNN and “Gold” via Popdust.
Penny and Sparrow Announce New Album 'Finch'May 3, 2019Today, the critically-acclaimed duo Penny and Sparrow announced they will release their sixth studio album Finch on August 2 via Thirty Tigers. The ten song collection finds Andy Baxter and Kyle Jahnke in a metamorphic state of personal transformation where they shed long held perceptions of the world around them after rigorous touring for many years. Today, the duo released 'Eloise,' the first song to be released from Finch.
E! Renews REVENGE BODY WITH KHLOE KARDASHIAN, VERY CAVALLARI, DATING #NOFILTERMay 3, 2019As E! continues to highlight programming centered around driven, independent women with strong points of view, the network has picked up a third season of both 'Revenge Body with Khloé Kardashian' and 'Very Cavallari.' Additionally, 'Dating #NoFilter' has been renewed for a second season with new episodes premiering later this year.
Young & Sick Releases New EPMay 3, 2019Today, NYC / L.A.-based musician and visual artist known as Young & Sick has released his new EP,Size of Relief, out now via Neon Gold Records / B3SCI Records. Real name Nick van Hofwegen, Young & Sick is a Dutch multi-threat artist who hopes to make you dance a lot and cry a little as he croons to your soul. Stream the Size of Relief EP in full as well as new single and title track 'Size of Relief'everywhere now here.
VIDEO: Showtime Releases the Trailer for CITY ON A HILLMay 3, 2019SHOWTIME released the poster and new trailer for its upcoming one-hour drama series CITY ON A HILL starring Golden Globe® winner and Emmy® nominee Kevin Bacon (The Following) and Screen Actors Guild® Award winner Aldis Hodge (Underground). Premiering on Sunday, June 16 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, CITY ON A HILL is currently in production on 10 episodes in New York and Boston.