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Dawes Release Centerpiece Song of New Album 'Oh, Brother' Photo Dawes Release Centerpiece Song of New Album 'Oh, Brother'
by Josh Sharpe - September 18, 2024

Acclaimed California rock band Dawes have shared their epic new single, “Surprise!,” available everywhere now. This marks the latest single from Dawes’ upcoming ninth studio album, Oh Brother, arriving on Friday, October 11....

Nick Lowe Previews First Album In Over A Decade With Fresh Rework of Live Staple 'Tro Photo Nick Lowe Previews First Album In Over A Decade With Fresh Rework of Live Staple 'Trombone'
by Josh Sharpe - August 13, 2024

Nick Lowe has just shared the latest look at his first new album in eleven years - Indoor Safari with a freshly-recorded version of the original song “Trombone.” The new album arrives September 13. Listen to the track now!...

Iris DeMent to Release 'My Life' 30th Anniversary Edition Photo Iris DeMent to Release 'My Life' 30th Anniversary Edition
by Josh Sharpe - July 11, 2024

Featuring newly remastered audio by Mike Westbrook of MW Audio (Nick Lowe, Watchhouse), the 10-track album will be available on CD and LP and marks the first wide release of the out-of-print album....

Yep Roc Records to Reissue Rockpile's 'Seconds Of Pleasure' in June Photo Yep Roc Records to Reissue Rockpile's 'Seconds Of Pleasure' in June
by Michael Major - March 06, 2024

A short-lived yet highly influential quartet, composed of Dave Edmunds (vocals, guitar), Nick Lowe (vocals, bass guitar), Billy Bremner (vocals, guitar) and Terry Williams (drums), Rockpile played together throughout the 1970s, and the original 1980 release of Seconds of Pleasure was the only time t...

Nick Lowe Announces November U.S. Tour Dates Featuring Los Straitjackets Photo Nick Lowe Announces November U.S. Tour Dates Featuring Los Straitjackets
by Michael Major - August 01, 2023

Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets have announced a new string of headlining US dates kicking off November 1, 2023 in Boston, with stops in New York City, Atlanta, Franklin, TN, and more. The three-week run follows a coast-to-coast summer tour supporting Elvis Costello and the Imposters which just wrap...

The No Ones Unveil New Single '304 Molino Way' Photo The No Ones Unveil New Single '304 Molino Way'
by Michael Major - March 07, 2023

The No Ones—Peter Buck, Arne Kjelsrud Mathisen, Scott McCaughey, and Frode Strømstad—unveil “304 Molino Way.” My Best Evil Friend pays tribute to the artists that inspire them; My Best Evil Friend channels Nick Lowe, Marvin Gaye, Jenny Lewis, Jesse Ed Davis, ? & The Mysterians, Plastic Ono Band, and...

The No Ones Share 'Phil Ochs Is Dead' Photo The No Ones Share 'Phil Ochs Is Dead'
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023

Their first full-length collection since 2020, My Best Evil Friend pays tribute to the artists that inspire them and populate their turntables; My Best Evil Friend channels Nick Lowe, Pamela Polland, Marvin Gaye, Jenny Lewis, Jesse Ed Davis, ? & The Mysterians, Plastic Ono Band, and Phil Ochs, among...

The No Ones To Release 'My Best Evil Friend' Album Photo The No Ones To Release 'My Best Evil Friend' Album
by Michael Major - January 10, 2023

Paying tribute to the artists that inspire them and populate their turntables, My Best Evil Friend channels Nick Lowe, Pamela Polland, Marvin Gaye, Jenny Lewis, Jesse Ed Davis, ? & The Mysterians, Plastic Ono Band, and Phil Ochs, and more. It will be available in digital, CD and LP formats, the Firs...

Christopher Peifer Releases Third Power Pop Album “SACRED & PROFANE' Photo Christopher Peifer Releases Third Power Pop Album “SACRED & PROFANE'
by Blair Ingenthron - October 30, 2022

Within two years NYC-based Christopher Peifer released his critically acclaimed debut solo album “Suicide Mission,” and follow-up, “The Social Distance” – both written and recorded entirely during the months of pandemic, lockdowns, unprecedented unemployment, death, political upheaval, and social di...

Yep Roc Records Announces Initial Lineup for 25th Anniversary Show At Cat's Cradle Photo Yep Roc Records Announces Initial Lineup for 25th Anniversary Show At Cat's Cradle
by Michael Major - August 24, 2022

Featuring a stellar lineup of local North Carolina artists, many of whom are foundational to the label’s beginnings, the Cat’s Cradle main room will include performances by: Dawn Landes; The Old Ceremony; Jennyanykind; Mayflies USA; Chris Stamey; and Caitlin Cary, who will headline the show with her...

VIDEO: Anand Wilder Shares New Video 'Fever Seizure' Photo VIDEO: Anand Wilder Shares New Video 'Fever Seizure'
by Michael Major - February 16, 2022

Today, Anand Wilder shared the new single and video for 'Fever Seizure,' the latest release from his solo debut LP. The former Yeasayer songwriter will release his debut solo album I Don’t Know My Word this March. Watch the new video now! Plus, check out upcoming spring tour dates!...

Christopher Peifer Releases Sophomore Solo Album 'The Social Distance' Photo Christopher Peifer Releases Sophomore Solo Album 'The Social Distance'
by Stephi Wild - July 18, 2021

Like 'Suicide Mission,' 'The Social Distance' consists primarily of experiential and autobiographical sketches. Overall, the album explores themes of love, loss, isolation, reconciliation and reunion....

VIDEO: Spacette Debuts New Music Video for 'Sweat' Photo VIDEO: Spacette Debuts New Music Video for 'Sweat'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 04, 2020

Today Spacette are sharing their new music video for 'Sweat' and BTRtoday has the premiere. Spacette will be self-releasing their debut Spacette EP next Friday, December 11, 2020....

Yep Roc Records Decks The Halls with New Holiday Music Photo Yep Roc Records Decks The Halls with New Holiday Music
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 01, 2020

Yep Roc Records brings seasonal cheer with new holiday music from Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets, Grant-Lee Phillips, Eli Paperboy Reed, and Josh Rouse. ...

Spacette Share Their New 'City Of Gold' Video & Announce Self-titled Debut EP Via Big Photo Spacette Share Their New 'City Of Gold' Video & Announce Self-titled Debut EP Via Big Takeover
by A.A. Cristi - November 17, 2020

Today, Spacette have shared their colorful LA cityscape music video for 'City Of Gold' and have announced their debut EP via Big Takeover. Check out the premiere here. Spacette will be self-releasing their debut Spacette EP on December 11, 2020. ...

Maurice and the Stiff Sisters Release WELCOME TO LOVE Photo Maurice and the Stiff Sisters Release WELCOME TO LOVE
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 28, 2020

Horn-heavy power-pop quintet Maurice and the Stiff Sisters recently released their debut album 'Welcome To Love' and the doors are swinging wide open for Maurice and company....

Jerry Leger Releases New Song 'Tomorrow In My Mind' Photo Jerry Leger Releases New Song 'Tomorrow In My Mind'
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 21, 2019

Jerry Leger has a thing for ghosts. The Toronto singer/songwriter confirmed it a couple of years ago when he went on a personal journey to explore many of Ontario's largely unknown ghost towns, having been inspired by the writings of historian Ron Brown. Leger has immortalized one of those towns, Bu...

Singer-Songwriter Jerry Leger To Release New LP Nov. 8, Releases New Single Photo Singer-Songwriter Jerry Leger To Release New LP Nov. 8, Releases New Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 22, 2019

Jerry Leger has a thing for ghosts. The Toronto singer/songwriter confirmed it a couple of years ago when he went on a personal journey to explore many of Ontario's largely unknown ghost towns, having been inspired by the writings of historian Ron Brown. Leger has immortalized one of those towns, Bu...

Los Straitjackets Will Reissue First Two Albums Photo Los Straitjackets Will Reissue First Two Albums
by Abigail Charpentier - August 22, 2019

In celebration of their 25th anniversary, America's favorite masked surf rock group Los Straitjackets' first two albums will be reissued on Yep Roc Records November 1....

Riot Fest Announces 2019 Late Night After Shows Photo Riot Fest Announces 2019 Late Night After Shows
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 08, 2019

In celebration of its 15th birthday, Riot Fest has already announced an incredible festival lineup with limited $49.98 single-day tickets, featuring the likes of Blink-182, Slayer's final Chicago performance, and the rare opportunity to see the recently reunited Bikini Kill. Today they up the ante w...

Riot Fest Announces 2019 Daily Lineup Photo Riot Fest Announces 2019 Daily Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 24, 2019

Riot Fest has unveiled its daily lineup for the 2019 festival, with a very special deal: single-day tickets will be priced at $49.98 for a very limited time. 1-day and 2-day tickets are on sale now....

Michaela Anne Drops CHILD OF THE WIND via Brooklyn Vegan, Announces New Tour Dates Photo Michaela Anne Drops CHILD OF THE WIND via Brooklyn Vegan, Announces New Tour Dates
by Tori Hartshorn - July 09, 2019

Michaela Anne is proud to debut “Child of the Wind”, which exclusively premiered today via Brooklyn Vegan, who dubbed the track “a catchy, breezy dose of modern country.” You can listen here. The single is the newest from her upcoming album Desert Dove, out September 27th on Yep Roc Records. In June...

Joe Louis Walker Announces World Tour In Support of His Brand New Concert DVD/CD Rele Photo Joe Louis Walker Announces World Tour In Support of His Brand New Concert DVD/CD Release VIVA LAS VEGAS LIVE
by Tori Hartshorn - June 28, 2019

On May 10th, 2019, Cleopatra Entertainment - in association with Cleopatra Blues - released a brand new concert film Viva Las Vegas Live from Grammy Award-nominated Blues legend Joe Louis Walker. Directed by Brent Backhus, this stunning 85-minute concert was captured in all its glory at the infamous...

Michaela Anne Announces New Album DESERT DOVE For 9/27 Release Photo Michaela Anne Announces New Album DESERT DOVE For 9/27 Release
by Tori Hartshorn - June 12, 2019

Michaela Anne grew up bouncing around the States and abroad—from Washington to California to Italy, to name a few. A child of a military family, she learned to cope with her lack of roots and what she called “having more questions than answers” by learning to write songs. That skill set and those so...

Cleopatra Entertainment To Release Joe Louis Walker VIVA LAS VEGAS LIVE Concert Film Photo Cleopatra Entertainment To Release Joe Louis Walker VIVA LAS VEGAS LIVE Concert Film
by Tori Hartshorn - April 15, 2019

On May 10th, 2019, Cleopatra Entertainment - in association with Cleopatra Blues - will release a brand new concert film Viva Las Vegas Live from Grammy Award-nominated Blues legend Joe Louis Walker. Directed by Brent Backhus, this stunning 85-minute concert was captured in all its glory at the infa...












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