Latest Articles![]() by Josh Sharpe - July 23, 2024 'Blood and Treasure,' available now, is the latest single from their upcoming EP, Unsubscribe from the Underground, dropping September 10, 2024. The track blends '60s girl group vibes with a touch of steel guitar twang, evoking a nostalgic AM radio vibe. Listen to the single now! ... ![]() by Michael Major - November 01, 2023 The aptly titled “Something's Gonna Happen” represents a new chapter in Chris Berardo's storied musical career. Not only is this single his first release with KZZ Music/Blue Élan Records, but it also reveals Berardo expanding his sound beyond the rootsy rock music that has brought him a devoted foll... ![]() by Michael Major - September 28, 2023 In the pre-launch blitz of the past few weeks, Morris released the incredibly hooky new single “This Time ‘Round.” She performed in theatrical productions and tours around New York City and across the nation, including (The Making of) How to Save the World in 90 Minutes (Off-Broadway) and multiple p... ![]() by Michael Major - August 23, 2023 Flat Worms announced their new LP, Witness Marks, which is coming out on Ty Segall's Drag City imprint GOD?, with their first single, 'Time Warp In Exile' late last month. Their second single, “Suburban Swans,” was a punchy, grinding post-punk track about our perceptions of reality, free will, and M... ![]() by Michael Major - August 23, 2023 The Mountain Goats share “Fresh Tattoo,” the driving new single from their recently announced new album, Jenny from Thebes. The track features Alicia Bognanno from Bully on guitar, horns by Matt Douglas and Evan Ringel, and backing vocals from Matt Nathanson. A sequel to their beloved 2002 album All... ![]() by Michael Major - March 09, 2023 Hrishikesh Hirway debuts a new song, “Cascade,' alongside a video illustrated and animated by Maf López. Produced by Hirway and mixed by Mikaelin ‘Blue’ Bluespruce (Solange, Blood Orange, tUnE-yArDs), the song features backing vocals by Kristin Slipp (Dirty Projectors, mmeadows) and horns by Cole Ka... ![]() by Michael Major - February 21, 2023 Produced by Dan Molad (of Lucius, Coco) You Must Change Your Life comprises a makeshift orchestra—an instrumental array bewildering on paper but perfectly intuitive to the ears—everything from electric guitar and bass clarinet duets to the large-bodied Mexican huapanguera; tubular bells a la Pet Sou... ![]() by Michael Major - November 30, 2022 Song Exploder host/creator Hrishikesh Hirway shares a remix of his track “Still Dreaming” by two-time Grammy-winning vocalist, songwriter and producer Kimbra, whose new rendition features a transformed beat and her added vocals. “Still Dreaming,” co-produced by Hirway and Grammy-winning producer Dan... ![]() by Michael Major - October 19, 2022 Acclaimed musician and Song Exploder host/creator Hrishikesh Hirway unveils a new song, “Still Dreaming,” co-produced with Grammy-winning producer Dan Wilson (Taylor Swift, Adele, Leon Bridges), along with a video directed by Demi Adejuyigbe. A run of live performances with Jenny Owen Youngs will br... ![]() by Michael Major - October 04, 2022 CHRISTEENE has collaborated with as well as performed with numerous acclaimed musicians, including Faith No More, Peaches, Fever Ray, Kembra Pfhaler, Tribe 8, Narcissister, Marc Almond and more. Longtime collaborators include award winning filmmaker PJ Raval, along with iconic fashion designer Rick ... ![]() by Michael Major - August 16, 2022 Los Angeles area-based Yacht Rock band Yächtley Crëw will soon be featured on SiriusXM’s Yacht Rock Radio and have announced new Anchors Up Tour dates that will continue throughout the fall and holiday season. The band have been on their 2022 Anchors Up Tour since January and will continue throughou... ![]() by Stephi Wild - July 29, 2022 Fresh off taping their national TV debut for CBS Saturday Morning, Fantastic Cat will headline the Bowery Ballroom tonight to celebrate the release of their first album, The Very Best Of Fantastic Cat (out via Blue Rose Music).... ![]() by Michael Major - May 27, 2022 Drake has previously shared the album’s title track “New Girl,” “Beginnings” and “Easy Target,” which Buzzbands LA called “a free-flowing, vocally warm pop song in the vein of ’60s and ’70s AM radio hitmakers.” 48 Hills labeled it a “warm open hug of tune.” ... ![]() by Michael Major - May 17, 2022 Today, Fantastic Cat officially announces their debut record and signing to Blue Rose Music with the release of the surreal music video for “C’mon Armageddon,'' starring actor Marc Geller, who you may recognize as the mysterious Kier Eagan from the hit Apple TV+ show Severance.... ![]() by Michael Major - May 13, 2022 Drake has shared the LP’s title track. The Bossa Nova influenced “New Girl” depicts Jamie’s gypsy-like childhood with a twinkle in her eye. Drake has previously shared “Beginnings” and “Easy Target,” which Buzzbands LA called “a free-flowing, pop song in the vein of ’60s and ’70s AM radio hitmakers.... ![]() by Michael Major - May 04, 2022 Aside from the allusions just made to Zelda and Super Mario Bros, the two other songs on the EP draw upon Skyrim of The Elder Scrolls series and one of the most classic video games of all time, Pac-Man. The latter forms the foundation for the first single “Ghosts”, out today. Watch the new music vid... ![]() by Marissa Tomeo - April 30, 2022 Singer-songwriter Jamie Drake has released a new single, “Beginnings.” With Bossa Nova undertones melding perfectly with warm pop sensibilities that Drake is known for, the song serves as a taste of what is to come on her forthcoming album New Girl which is out June 10 via AntiFragile Music. ... ![]() by Michael Major - April 29, 2022 Singer-songwriter Jamie Drake has released a new single, “Beginnings.” With Bossa Nova undertones melding perfectly with warm pop sensibilities that Drake is known for, the song serves as a taste of what is to come on her forthcoming album New Girl which will be released via AntiFragile Music. ... ![]() by Michael Major - April 06, 2022 The Americans turn up the heat on their instantly infectious new single, “Born With A Broken Heart.” The Americans are composed of Patrick Ferris (vocals/guitar), Jake Faulkner (bassist) and Zac Sokolow (guitarist). Listen to the new single now!... ![]() by Michael Major - March 30, 2022 The album features collaborations with a long list of acclaimed artists, songwriters and producers including Yo-Yo Ma, Jay Som, Baths, Jenny Owen Youngs, Jimmy Tamborello (The Postal Service, Dntel), Jonathan Snipes (Clipping), John Mark Nelson and Grammy-winners John Congleton (St. Vincent, Sharon ... ![]() by Michael Major - March 09, 2022 Every few years, musicians arrive on the scene with an undeniably fresh approach to a tried-and-true genre. Showcasing this with unparalleled proficiency is the acclaimed Los Angeles-based Americana band The Americans. Listen to a new single from the band’s forthcoming 11-song, sophomore studio LP.... ![]() by Michael Major - March 09, 2022 Los Angeles area based Yacht Rock band Yächtley Crëw have set sail on their 2022 Anchors Up Tour. Also known as, “The Titans of Soft Rock”, their one of a kind show has created a craze that has spread all over the country with celebs and fans that are obsessed with the group’s captivating and energe... ![]() by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 19, 2021 Forged in the fire of excommunication, Texan transplants ‘Tulip’ deliver their own brand of symphonic metal, spearheaded by ex-professional opera vocalist Ashleigh Semkiw, and Colin Parrish on guitar.... ![]() by TV News Desk - June 25, 2021 “This carefree little number was inspired by the tasteful Latin grooves of masters like Sergio Mendes and Cal Tjader. The name ‘Garbanzo Man’ is a reference to the Latin jazz standard ‘Cuchy Frito Man,’” shares BROS. ... ![]() by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 04, 2021 Minus the usual punk & prog influences, there are strong whiffs of bubble gum, psych and soft rock with sugary doses of ornate baroque pop.... |