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Shinedown's Eric Bass to Release Debut Solo Album
by Josh Sharpe - November 13, 2024 Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Eric Bass (Shinedown) has announced his debut solo album Eric Bass Presents: I Had A Name. A concept album set within a sprawling new world, I Had A Name was written, recorded, and produced entirely by Bass....
Shania Twain, MUNA, & More Join 6th Annual 'Girls Just Wanna Weekend' Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - October 04, 2024 In addition to multiple sets from Carlile, Girls Just Wanna Weekend will include performances by Shania Twain, MUNA, Maren Morris, Lucius, Brandy Clark, Brittney Spencer, Jensen McRae, Allison Ponthier, Arroba Nat, Tish Melton, SistaStrings, Yasmin Williams, and more....
Courtney Cutchins To Release Genre-bending Album 'Grunge To Grace'
by Josh Sharpe - September 16, 2024 Courtney Cutchins has announced her debut album Grunge to Grace, featuring jazz interpretations of Soundgarden and Nirvana songs. The album includes six originals and three re-imagined grunge anthems....
Dale Crover (the Melvins) to Release Third Studio Album 'Glossolalia'
by Josh Sharpe - June 12, 2024 Dale Crover (the Melvins) releases his third full-length solo album, Glossolalia, on Sept. 13 via Joyful Noise Recordings, with the Crover and Toshi Kasai-produced effort bursting with Nuggets-y garage rock, proto-metal riffage and gorgeously hazy psych-pop. ...
Bear McCreary Releases 'The Singularity'
by Josh Sharpe - May 03, 2024 Two-time GRAMMY-nominated, Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning composer Bear McCreary has released his epic album The Singularity digitally via Sparks & Shadows Records. The Singularity is an ambitious concept album, graphic novel, and concert experience featuring a legendary l...
Video: Brandi Carlile Performs 'That's Why We Love Nature' on SESAME STREET
by Michael Major - March 07, 2024 Brandi Carlile is featured on a new episode of Sesame Street performing new song, “That's Why We Love Nature,” alongside beloved characters Big Bird and Snuffleupagus. The appearance adds to yet another triumphant year for Carlile, who recently won two awards at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Watch ...
Bear McCreary Unveils 'The Singularity'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2024 On Wednesday, May 8, Image Comics will release the ambitious graphic novel companion to the album, created by McCreary with Mat Groom and produced by Black Market Narrative. The multiformat event begins with the premiere of the first single from the album, “Type III” (feat. Rufus Wainwright), availa...
Tigercub Share 'Show Me My Maker' (Stone Gossard Remix)
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024 Melodic and abrasive, the new remix of English power trio Tigercub's “Show Me My Maker” – by Pearl Jam's Stone Gossard and co-produced by Josh Evans (Soundgarden, Brandi Carlile) – only heightens the original's riff-heavy, driving rhythm, which was released as part of last year's critically acclaime...
Joe Wong Shares Track With Mary Timony Ahead of Album
by Michael Major - January 23, 2024 Joe Wong shares a new track featuring Mary Timony and announces his upcoming album release. The album from the Los Angeles-based, Milwaukee-raised musician, film + television composer (Midnight Gospel, Russian Doll, Master of None) and podcaster (The Trap Set with Joe Wong) also features early singl...
Cult Psych-Punk Hero Dez Dare Launches 2024 With Stomping New Single
by Michael Major - January 08, 2024 ‘A Billion Goats. A Billion Sparks. Fin.’ features 11 songs that delve further into the void than previous records, leaving the sardonic frustration behind for sarcastic existentialism, zeroing in on the big philosophical questions, and the pedantic shards of nonsense that make up our existence....
Elton John & Brandi Carlile Might Release a Joint Album
by Michael Major - January 02, 2024 Elton John and Brandi Carlile have reportedly recorded a joint album. The Who’s Pete Townshend, who is a longtime friend of John's, says that the pair recorded the album in two weeks, teasing that it's a new highlight for both of their careers....
JOE WONG Shares 'Waiting' & Announces New Shows
by Michael Major - December 07, 2023 The maximalist balladeer returns with the album's second single, “Waiting,” performed by Wong and featuring guitars and backing vocals from co-producer Mary Timony (Ex Hex, Helium, Wild Flag). “Waiting” will also appear on the upcoming Netflix animated show, Carol and the End of the World...
Deviu Returns To Purified Records With 'Snow' Ft. Mira Nait
by Michael Major - November 17, 2023 Demanding attention within an instant, the artists set a captivating atmosphere with heavy bass and alluring vocals. Exploring a variety of heights and textures, Snow exudes a dramatic presence in its expertly crafted soundscape, which blends both producers melancholic and powerful production style....
Joe Wong Announces New Album 'Mere Survival' & Shares Track With Matt Cameron, Mary Timony
by Michael Major - October 26, 2023 He also shares the album's lead single, “Into Nothing,” co-produced with guitarist Mary Timony (Helium, Wild Flag). “Into Nothing” features a multitude of textures, from the opening funky bass line into psychedelia-laced indie pop with a mid-song drum breakdown courtesy of Matt Cameron (Pearl Jam, S...
Brandi Carlile Named Out Magazine's 'Icon of the Year'; Featured on the Cover of Their Annual OUT100 Issue
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023 Previous tour highlights this year include her once-in-a-lifetime “Echoes Through The Canyon” weekend as well as a series of stadium shows with P!NK. Looking ahead, Carlile’s “Girls Just Wanna Weekend” will return to Mexico in January featuring performances by Carlile, Janelle Monae, Sarah McLachlan...
Alluvial Announce 'Death Is But A Door' EP & Share 'Bog Dweller'
by Michael Major - October 05, 2023 Alluvial announces the release of their new EP 'Death Is But a Door' and shares the track 'Bog Dweller.' Alluvial will hit the road this month with TesseracT this fall. Check out upcoming tour dates now!...
Irish Folk Artist Galvo Releases Debut Album The HeARTist
by Michael Major - September 26, 2023 On his birthday, Dublin-based singer-songwriter Galvo releases his debut album The HeARTist Recorded at Porchlight Studios, the album is mixed by Niall Woods and mastered by 9-time Grammy winner Dave Collins (The Police, Soundgarden, Weezer). Across the 14-track, self-produced project, Galvo touches...
Brandy Clark, Janelle Monae & More Join Brandi Carlile's Girls Just Wanna Weekend Lineup
by Michael Major - September 08, 2023 The lineup includes performances by Carlile, Janelle Monae, Sarah McLachlan, Lucius, Allison Russell, Celisse, KT Tunstall, Wendy & Lisa, corook, Monica Martin, Tish Melton, SistaStrings and SmallTown Strings as well as Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brandy Clark and Kim Richey guest starring as “Titans of ...
OF LIMBO Unleash New Single 'California Demon'
by Michael Major - August 28, 2023 The heavy and sinister groove-laden track explores the concept of making a Mephistophelian bargain for diabolical favors to achieve your Hollywood dreams. The song was recorded at Fab Factory Studios and produced by Mike Pepe (Taking Back Sunday, Plain White T’s), with mixing and mastering done by G...
Galvo Announces Debut LP 'The HeARTist' & Shares 'Getting Better' Single
by Michael Major - July 13, 2023 Recorded at Porchlight Studios, the album is recorded and mixed by Niall Woods and mastered by 9-time Grammy winner Dave Collins (The Police, Soundgarden, Weezer). Across the 14-track, self-produced project, Galvo touches on themes of love, loss, and hope against the storms of life....
Guitarist Eric Johanson Releases New Single & More Samantha Fish Tour Dates
by Michael Major - June 28, 2023 Filmed at Snake & Jake’s Christmas Club Lounge, in New Orleans, LA., the video for 'The Deep and the Dirty' was directed by Kaylie McCarthy & Lizzie Smith with videography by Kaylie McCarthy and edited by Eric Johanson. About the video Johanson declared, 'On one level 'The Deep And The Dirty' is two...
Brandi Carlile's 'Girls Just Wanna Weekend' to Return in January 2024
by Michael Major - June 27, 2023 The fifth anniversary event includes a new host resort, Barceló, which will accommodate all attendees on one property. The closed campus “Brandi Land” at Barceló will provide additional opportunity for immersion as well as a bespoke custom concert venue, direct beach access, additional activations o...
Cosmic Kitten Share 'Live By The Sea' From 'Laugh of a Lifetime' Album
by Michael Major - May 03, 2023 The song follows on the heels of the LP’s lead single, “Some Fascination,” the album’s title track, “Songbird” and “All The World.” Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits) and mastered by Jack Endino (Nirvana)....
SEVENDUST Announces 14th Studio Album 'Truth Killer'
by Michael Major - April 12, 2023 Truth Killer showcases that the original and current lineup - comprised of Lajon Witherspoon, Clint Lowery, John Connolly, Vince Hornsby and Morgan Rose - sound as relevant now as they did on their 1997 self-titled debut. Producer, friend and collaborator Michael “Elvis” Baskette returns to produce ...
Cosmic Kitten Share 'Songbird' From Upcoming Album 'Laugh of a Lifetime'
by Michael Major - April 11, 2023 Cosmic Kitten announced details of Laugh of a Lifetime, their ferocious and biting forthcoming album. The song follows on the heels of the LP’s lead single, “Some Fascination,” the album’s title track and “All The World.” Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits)... |