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Lovers Leap Announce Self-Titled Debut EP Photo Lovers Leap Announce Self-Titled Debut EP
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 25, 2019

 Lovers Leap, a brand new partnership of musicians Shelby Means (Sally & George, formerly of Della Mae), Mary Lucey (formerly of Biscuit Burners), Joel Timmons (Sally & George, Sol Driven Train), and Billy Cardine (Acoustic Syndicate, formerly of Biscuit Burners), have announced their debut EP, Love...

Twilight Fields Pays Homage To Bruce Cockburn's Wisdom Ahead Of New LP SONGS FROM THE Photo Twilight Fields Pays Homage To Bruce Cockburn's Wisdom Ahead Of New LP SONGS FROM THE AGE OF RUIN
by Tori Hartshorn - January 16, 2019

As a tribute to Canadian songwriter activist Bruce Cockburn and a reminder that these issues are just as relevant now as they were in 1984, when he released his 'Stealing Fire' album, Twilight Fields presents his own rendition of 'Lovers in a Dangerous Time'....

Evi Vine Announces New LP, Previews SABBATH feat. The Cure's Simon Gallup Photo Evi Vine Announces New LP, Previews SABBATH feat. The Cure's Simon Gallup
by Tori Hartshorn - January 11, 2019

As a powerful teaser for their new album 'Black Light White Dark', due out in early 2019, London's ethereal alt-rock outfit Evi Vine presents 'Sabbath' featuring The Cure's Simon Gallup on bass and Peter Yates of Fields of the Nephilim on guitar....

Louise Distras Releases 'Street Revolution' EP Photo Louise Distras Releases 'Street Revolution' EP
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 11, 2019

Acoustic punk songstress Louise Distras has released her brand new EP Street Revolution. A collection of four straight-to-the-point, socially-aware anthems that speak out for the new generation and prepare for an exciting year ahead....

Twilight Fields Presents DEMAGOGUE Off New 'Song from The Age of Ruin' LP Photo Twilight Fields Presents DEMAGOGUE Off New 'Song from The Age of Ruin' LP
by Tori Hartshorn - December 06, 2018

Canada's Twilight Fields, the solo moniker of singer-songwriter Allister Thompson, has announced his new album 'Songs from the Age of Ruin', slated for release in early 2019. Ahead of this, he presents the first rather politically-charged single 'Demagogue', an expression of anti-populist sentiment....

Louise Distras Releases New Single 'Poor Man' Photo Louise Distras Releases New Single 'Poor Man'
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 30, 2018

Firebrand singer Louise Distras has released her new single, 'Poor Man', the second track to be taken from her upcoming EP, Street Revolution, out January 11th....

Louise Distras Releases New Single 'Street Revolution' Photo Louise Distras Releases New Single 'Street Revolution'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 16, 2018

Louise Distras has returned, announcing the forthcoming release of her Street RevolutionEP and sharing the video for the brand-new rabble rousing title track, which is out now....

Evi Vine Announces New LP, Previews Single SABBATH Feat. Simon Gallup (The Cure) Photo Evi Vine Announces New LP, Previews Single SABBATH Feat. Simon Gallup (The Cure)
by Tori Hartshorn - November 07, 2018

Ethereal alt-rock outfit Evi Vine presents 'Sabbath', a sweet and heavy preview of their long-awaited long-play 'Black Light White Dark', due out in early 2019 on vinyl and CD, as well as digitally. This powerhouse track features Evi Vine's gossamer vocals and precise orchestration, cleverly woven t...

Oh Pep! Premiere Single 'Your Nail And Your Hammer' Via Stereogum Photo Oh Pep! Premiere Single 'Your Nail And Your Hammer' Via Stereogum
by Tori Hartshorn - October 16, 2018

Melbourne, Australia's Oh Pep! will release their sophomore album I Wasn't Only Thinking About You... on October 26th via ATO Records. Today, Stereogum has premiered the third single from the album, 'Your Nail And Your Hammer.' They wrote, 'The insidiously catchy chorus — “Cold little heart breaks a...

Folk Alliance International Announces 2019 Official Showcase Artists Photo Folk Alliance International Announces 2019 Official Showcase Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 02, 2018

 Folk Alliance International (FAI) is proud to announce the 2019 Official Showcase artists* representing 23 countries (*confirmed to date and subject to change) for the 31st annual conference taking place February 13-17, 2019, at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal, Québec, Canada....

Folk Alliance International Announces 2019 Official Showcase Artists Photo Folk Alliance International Announces 2019 Official Showcase Artists
by Tori Hartshorn - October 02, 2018

Folk Alliance International (FAI) is proud to announce the 2019 Official Showcase artists* representing 23 countries (*confirmed to date and subject to change) for the 31st annual conference taking place February 13-17, 2019, at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal, Québec, Canada....

British Alternative Music Legends Shriekback Release 14th Album WHY ANYTHING? WHY THI Photo British Alternative Music Legends Shriekback Release 14th Album WHY ANYTHING? WHY THIS? Tomorrow 5/25
by Macon Prickett - May 24, 2018

Seminal British alternative rock outfit Shriekback present their new album 'Why Anything? Why This?', following up their first single 'And The Rain', complete with a darkly intriguing video filmed by Howard Davidson (a.k.a. Hodah)....

MC50 Announce Kick Out the Jams: The 50th Anniversary Tour Throughout Europe and Unit Photo MC50 Announce Kick Out the Jams: The 50th Anniversary Tour Throughout Europe and United Kingdom
by Macon Prickett - May 02, 2018

Today, Wayne Kramer, leader of Detroit's proto-punk/hard rock band MC5, announces 15 concerts and 4 summer festivals for Kick Out the Jams: The 50th Anniversary Tour. MC50 includes guitarist Kim Thayil, drummers Brendan Canty and Matt Cameron, bassists Dug Pinnick and super producer Don Was, and 6'7...

THE LONG ROAD, A New Major UK Outdoor Country, Americana And Roots Festival, Announce Photo THE LONG ROAD, A New Major UK Outdoor Country, Americana And Roots Festival, Announces Lineup
by Macon Prickett - April 11, 2018

A major new greenfield music and lifestyle camping festival is set to bring the world-famous, inimitable sights and sounds of the country music scene to the UK in 2018. Taking place within the grounds of Stanford Hall in Leicestershire from September 7th – 9th 2018, The Long Road will present one of...

Celebrities, Musicians, and Thought Leaders Join Al Gore in 24 Hours of Reality Broad Photo Celebrities, Musicians, and Thought Leaders Join Al Gore in 24 Hours of Reality Broadcast
by Julie Musbach - December 02, 2017

On December 4-5, former US Vice President Al Gore will host The Climate Reality Project's seventh-annual 24 Hours of Reality broadcast 24 Hours of Reality: Be the Voice of Reality a 24-hour live event, empowering millions watching worldwide to use their voices to speak up for solutions, science, and...

Ed Sheeran Joins Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds'Give A Home' Global Concert
by Caryn Robbins - July 21, 2017

With just two months to go, Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds have announced that Ed Sheeran is delighted to play in its global concert series Give a Home....

Ed Sheeran Joins Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds' 'GIVE A HOME' Global Concert Event
by Stephi Wild - July 20, 2017

With just two months to go, Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds have announced that Ed Sheeran is delighted to play in its global concert series Give a Home. Taking place in cities all over the world onSeptember 20, 2017, Sheeran's announcement comes just ahead of the next bulk of additional majo...

MAN IN THE CAMO JACKET Music Documentary to Hit VOD This July
by Movies News Desk - June 15, 2017

Following its festival run, the acclaimed music documentary MAN IN THE CAMO JACKET about The Alarm lead singer/songwriter/guitarist Mike Peters will be released on VOD and iTunes on July 4, 2017 by XLrator Media....

Music Documentary MAN IN THE CAMO JACKET Out on VOD & iTunes 7/4
by Caryn Robbins - June 15, 2017

Following its festival run, the acclaimed music documentary MAN IN THE CAMO JACKET about The Alarm lead singer/songwriter/guitarist Mike Peters will be released on VOD and iTunes on July 4, 2017 by XLrator Media....

Camden Rocks Festival Announce Stage Times & Full Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - May 26, 2017

Camden Rocks Festival have revealed full line-up details for the June 3rd all-day event, and announced a special Kraken Sounds Stage to be held in the Camden Market Amphitheatre, featuring acoustic performances and open to all, free of charge....












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