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Utah Saints to Reissue Out-of-Print Eponymous Debut Album
by Josh Sharpe - September 13, 2024 Utah Saints announced the reissue of their debut album, out of print for over 30 years, available on October 18 in the US and October 19 in the UK. The remastered album includes rarities and reworks....
Alice Russell Shares Club-Ready Remix of 'Gravity'
by Josh Sharpe - June 06, 2024 Much-loved British soulstress Alice Russell shares a club-ready remix of ‘Gravity’ by London-based studio production outfit Payfone. ‘Gravity (Payfone Remix)’ is a slow-house gem that combines Payfone’s signature Balearic flair with Alice’s pitched-down vocals. Alice Russell has also announced a sev...
Scott Guild to Embark on Tour for Book/Music Project 'Plastic'
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2024 On May 31 author and musician Scott Guild will release Plastic: The Album. The LP is the companion project to his wildly successful debut novel, Plastic which was released earlier this Spring to wide-spread critical acclaim. Together the album and book lead audiences into a surreal near-future world...
Fashion Club Shares Julie Byrne Collaboration 'Rotten Mind'
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2024 Fashion Club has shared her first new single in two years, “Rotten Mind,” the haunting, string-laden electro-acoustic number featuring wispy backing vocals from Julie Byrne. The track is a pointed rebuke aimed at those who oppress and control people under the guise of helping them, often with a lens...
Irish Country-Pop Star CMAT Releases New Single, 'Aw, Shoot'
by Josh Sharpe - May 07, 2024 CMAT, the bold, bright BRIT-nominated voice out of Ireland blending country, pop, and a flair for wit and whimsy has released a new single “Aw, Shoot” – a kitchen-sink drama with a western edge and an undeniable, boot-stomping hook. The single, which was premiered by BBC Radio’s Hottest Record In Th...
Lauri Porra Releases New Album 'Matter and Time' Featuring Stephen Fry
by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024 Revered Finnish composer and musician Lauri Porra has released his spectacular new album Matter And Time. Scored for narrator, large orchestra, choir, electric ensemble and vocal soloist, Matter And Time finds Porra bringing together an array of musical influences to create a hugely ambitious work, ...
Video: Alana Yorke Shares 'All The Flowers' Single Ahead of Upcoming LP
by Josh Sharpe - April 10, 2024 Last month, Alana Yorke announced details on her forthcoming debut LP, Destroyer (due May 17 on Paper Bag Records) in addition to sharing 'Marion', 'Tidal Wave' and 'Preludium.' Today, Yorke is sharing 'All the Flowers,' a song about loss and grief. Watch the video here! ...
Paige Stark Will Release Jon Brion Produced EP
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024 Over the past decade, Stark has built a career with her band Tashaki Miyaki dabbling in this type of duality. On her debut solo EP Good At Love, she has decided to dive into it....
Alana Yorke Shares 'Tidal Wave' / 'Preludium' Double-Single
by Michael Major - February 28, 2024 As a follow-up to the record's first single 'Marion' (which was accompanied by a music video that saw Alana in a striking Atlantic ocean-facing vista channeling modern expressionist dance), Yorke returns with two more tracks from the record, 'Tidal Wave' and 'Preludium.'...
Scott Guild Releases 'Boytoy' From 'Plastic: The Album'
by Michael Major - February 13, 2024 The single celebrates the release of his debut novel, Plastic (Penguin Random House), the sister project to the album. Together the album and book lead audiences into a surreal near-future world, peopled by plastic figurines and filled with the perils of climate crisis and a recent nuclear war....
WheelUP Flips Alice Russell's New Single 'Rain'
by Michael Major - January 09, 2024 Written and produced alongside long-time collaborator TM Juke, “Rain” is the first offering of new music from the iconic singer in over a decade and is one of her most personal songs to date. “Rain” was been praised by the likes of Jamie Cullum (BBC Radio 2) and Lauren Laverne (BBC 6Music)....
Art-Pop Auteur Rebecca Pidgeon Releasing Upcoming Songs Of L.A. Album
by Michael Major - December 21, 2023 Art-Pop Auteur Rebecca Pidgeon is set to release her upcoming Songs of L.A. album, showcasing her talent in both music and acting. These songs, composed with long-time writing partner David Batteau, reimagine legendary figures like the pioneering female aviator Poncho Barnes, who flew stunts in Hell...
Kenya Grace Returns With Dreamy New Single 'Paris'
by Michael Major - December 01, 2023 Capping off an unforgettable breakout year the sensational Kenya Grace unveils new single “Paris” via Major Recordings/Warner Records. On the single, Kenya's ethereal vocals and lush production take center stage on the biting ode to modern dating - a shallow love story set ironically in the world's ...
Alice Russell Marks Her Return With Self-Reflective Single 'Rain'
by Michael Major - November 30, 2023 Much-loved British soulstress Alice Russell returns with a new, self-reflective single, “Rain” (release date: Thurs 30th Nov). Written and produced alongside long-time collaborator TM Juke, “Rain” is the first offering of new music from the iconic singer in over a decade and is one of her most perso...
Loose Wing Releases New Album 'MIRACLE BABY'
by Blair Ingenthron - November 12, 2023 Seattle rock is alright! Loose Wing brings it (along with country, synth touches) for an “authenticity that shines” on “Miracle Baby,” out now....
Breakout Phenomenon Kenya Grace Soars to #1 at Dance Radio With 'Strangers'
by Michael Major - October 30, 2023 Kenya Grace is winning hearts around the world with the captivating drum ‘n’ bass tune, anchored by her intimate lyricism. Thus far, “Strangers” has generated over 274 million global streams, with over 100 billion plays across 3 million plus creates, in addition to reaching #3 on Spotify’s Global Ch...
Iris Pope Releases Debut EP 'Awakening'
by Michael Major - October 27, 2023 Iris Pope releases her debut EP 'Awakening', a must-listen for fans of Kate Bush and Florence & the Machine. Stream 'Awakening' now on Spotify. The album reflects a transformative period in Pope's creative journey, marked by rekindled creativity, the rediscovery of her instruments, and a deeper conn...
Bklava Launches Own Label, Spin Suga, With Club Bop 'Make It Work'
by Michael Major - October 20, 2023 Bklava launches their own imprint, Spin Suga, with the energetic new club bop 'Make It Work'. Check out the latest release now on Spin Suga. Proudly landing on their own label with an effervescent club sound that reflects Bklava's far-reaching DJ sets and their signature, distinctive vocals, “Make I...
Elton John, H.E.R., & More Join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony; Coming to Disney+ and ABC
by Michael Major - September 28, 2023 Fans can expect the stage to come alive with rare once-in-a-lifetime performances and collaborations by Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Chaka Khan, and Willie Nelson as well as special guests Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews, Elton John, H.E.R., Chris Stapleton, St. Vincent, New Edition, and many more....
Raia Was Releases New Single 'Any Evil'
by Michael Major - August 23, 2023 The track is the latest single to be released from Raia Was' self-produced, sophomore album Captain Obvious on Switch Hit Records, founded by Raia Was, Arthur Moon and Cale Hawkins. Captain Obvious can be pre-ordered now on limited edition vinyl at Bandcamp and is available to pre-save on all digita...
Jill Andrews Releases New Album 'Modern Age'
by Michael Major - August 18, 2023 Jill Andrews released her anticipated new album Modern Age. Available everywhere through Vulture Vulture/Tone Tree Music, Modern Age stands at the intersection of memory lane and tomorrow; a stunning reflection on childhood and changing times, and the complexities of simultaneously looking back and ...
Video: Loon Town Take A Trip To Another Realm With Their New Video 'Silver Flowers'
by Michael Major - August 16, 2023 Take a zany trip to another realm with dream pop/ synth-rock band outfit Loon Town’s refreshing new music video, “Silver Flowers.' This fast-tempo song, a single off their recent album “Slow Space”, confounds reality with sparkly visuals reminiscent of Kate Bush and other eye-candy of the 80s, sacch...
Jill Andrews Unveils New Single 'Better Life' feat. Becca Mancari
by Michael Major - July 13, 2023 The nucleus to Modern Age and the song that inspired the record, “Better Life” finds Andrews grieving the loss of a “golden-haired beauty queen” to addiction, wishing there had been another path. The track also features guest vocals from fellow Nashville favorite Becca Mancari....
French International Pop Sensation Jain's Hit Song 'Makeba' Goes Globally Viral
by Michael Major - June 15, 2023 Internationally acclaimed artist JAIN’s hit single “Makeba” from her debut album Zanaka (2015) is once again taking the world by storm, going globally viral across platforms. The song has accumulated an astounding 5 million creations and 9 billion views on TikTok in a span of just 3 weeks. ...
Jill Andrews Release New Single 'Wrong Place, Wrong Time'
by Michael Major - June 15, 2023 The album features an all-star cast of musicians including Tyler Chester (Sara Bareilles, Jackson Brown, Madison Cunningham), Juan Solorzano (Becca Mancari, Mary Gauthier, Michaela Anne), Graham Bechler (Erin Rae, Allen Stone), Anthony Da Costa (Sunny War, Molly Tuttle, Yola), and special guests Ben... |