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Video: The Interrupters Share Performance Video 'Alien (Live In Los Angeles)'
by Michael Major - September 26, 2023 Taken from their critically acclaimed album In The Wild (Epitaph, 2022), 'Alien” is a timeless rock ballad with lyrics aimed at uniting the misfits and outcasts of the world. Aimee Interrupter’s raspy serenade is tangible with emotion as backing vocals gently wrap around her for haunting harmonies. ...
Gentleman's Dub Club Releases New Album 'On A Mission'
by Michael Major - June 22, 2023 After a very successful collaboration with The Nextmen on the Pound for Pound album, GDC brought in The Nextmen's Bradford Ellis (a.k.a. Brad Baloo) to produce this one. The album also features guest appearances by Hollie Cook, Gardna, Josh Waters Rudge (of The Skints), Eva Lazarus, and Sara Lugo....
The Interrupters Release 'IN THE WILD DELUXE', Share Live Performance Video
by A.A. Cristi - April 28, 2023 Currently on a co-headlining tour with Frank Turner, Los Angeles's The Interrupters share the deluxe version of their critically acclaimed fourth studio album, In The Wild Deluxe today. Expanding on their 2022 Hellcat/Epitaph Records release, the band is sure to delight fans with three bonus tracks ...
Easy Star All-Stars Unleash 'Rock 'N' Roll Suicide' Featuring Macy Gray
by Michael Major - April 19, 2023 The project is a reggae reimagining of David Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, and features guest performances by Maxi Priest, Steel Pulse, Fishbone, Alex Lifeson (Rush), Vernon Reid (Living Colour), The Skints, Mortimer, The Expanders, Samory I, and many others....
Easy Star All-Stars Share Cosmic New Single 'Moonage Daydream' With Naomi Cowan & Alex Lifeson (Rush)
by Michael Major - February 22, 2023 Michael Goldwasser, producer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist of the band says, “This has been my favorite tune on the Bowie album since I first started listening as a teenager. In light of that, it’s interesting that it’s the song that I changed most radically by simplifying the chord progressi...
Easy Star All-Stars Announce New LP 'Ziggy Stardub'
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023 The album features guest performances by Macy Gray, Steel Pulse, Fishbone, Alex Lifeson (Rush), Vernon Reid (Living Colour), The Skints, Mortimer, The Expanders, Samory I, Naomi Cowan, and many others. Pre-order packages of the album will be available on the easystar.com webstore, including a limite...
Flogging Molly Release 'This Road of Mine'
by Michael Major - July 27, 2022 Flogging Molly, who recently announced the impending release of their first new album in five years, Anthem, have previewed a new track from the 11-song collection, releasing “This Road of Mine.' Listen to the new single now and watch the official lyric video! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!...
The Interrupters Release New Power-Punk Track 'Jailbird'
by Michael Major - June 23, 2022 Documenting lead vocalist Aimee Interrupter’s personal battle with mental health, the anthemic single marks the group’s third release pulled from their forthcoming 14-track record, In The Wild. While the eagerly-awaited album reflects a story of survival and resilience, each track highlights Aimee I...
Flogging Molly Return with New Album 'Anthem'
by Michael Major - June 07, 2022 The album announcement is accompanied by a live video featuring footage from Flogging Molly’s recent St. Patrick’s Day performance and annual festival at the Hollywood Palladium. The band released the irreverent “These Times Have Got Me Drinking/Tripping Up The Stairs” ahead of their March 2022 tour...
Bedouin Soundclash Unveil New Music With Double-Single 'Shine One' & 'Something Lost + Something Found'
by Michael Major - June 02, 2022 Co-produced by Jay Malinowski and Colin Stewart, the buoyant and soulful tracks find the beloved duo digging back into their musical roots including resigning with their old label Dine Alone Records. The new tracks are steeped in the border-bending sound the JUNO award and Platinum selling band is k...
The Interrupters Release New Single 'Anything Was Better'
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022 While the 14-track opus reflects a story of survival and resilience from the band, the album’s opening track “Anything Was Better” effortlessly sets the tone across In The Wild and offers a personal account of lead vocalist Aimee Interrupter’s strength despite her struggles. Plus, check out upcoming...
The Interrupters Announce New Album with Lead Track 'In The Mirror'
by Michael Major - April 12, 2022 Today, The Interrupters shared the album’s first single, “In the Mirror.” Kevin Kerslake – director of such iconic films as Nirvana: Live! Tonight! Sold Out! and The Ramones: We’re Outta Here! – helmed the official video for “In The Mirror.” Watch the new music video now!...
Flogging Molly & The Interrupters Announce Co-Headlining Summer Tour
by Michael Major - March 15, 2022 Flogging Molly and The Interrupters have announced a Summer co-headlining tour, with Tiger Army and The Skints supporting on all dates. Flogging Molly recently released their soon-to-be-classic single “These Times Have Got Me Drinking.' The Interrupters have recently kept fans engaged with a live al...
Gentlemans Dub Club Release New Album 'Down To Earth'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 19, 2021 Their brand-new studio album ‘Down To Earth’ is out now and it’s gone straight to #1 in the UK iTunes Reggae chart....
The Nowell Family Foundation And LAW Records Announce 'The House That Bradley Built Deluxe Edition'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 09, 2020 LAW Records and the Nowell Family Foundation are back with an expanded edition of the critically acclaimed, fan-favorite album The House That Bradley Built. ...
Anti-Flag Releases 'A DYING PLEA VOL. 1'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 04, 2020 Featuring DE’WAYNE, Marcia Richards, Julise Della Gary and Tom Morello....
The Steppas Release New Single 'Stay' On Easy Star Records
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 16, 2020 Hawaiian Reggae band The Steppas have released their new single 'Stay.'...
The Skints Release 'Oh My Love' Remix by Bob Vylan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 28, 2020 Fresh off the release of their first live album Live at Electric Brixton, The Skints connect with Bob Vylan for the 'Oh My Love' remix out now on Easy Star Records. This UK Garage remix serves as a complementary new take on the heavily praised cut from their last studio release Swimming Lessons. ...
The Skints Release First Live Album LIVE AT ELECTRIC BRIXTON
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 29, 2020 Born from the East London ska-punk scene, The Skints have built up a formidable live reputation in recent years and have been described by Clash magazine as 'the torchbearers for modern British reggae music,' marking them out as one of the most respected bands in UK music whilst still staying strict...
Bedouin Soundclash Continues Its U.S. Tour To Support Latest Release, MASS
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 16, 2019 Toronto rock duo Bedouin Soundclash just released their critically-acclaimed fifth studio album MASS via Easy Star Records/Mr. Bongo/Sony Canada. The duo is currently touring with Matisyahu with a handful of northeast dates to close out 2019....
The Skints Release Highly-Anticipated Fourth Album 'Swimming Lessons'
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 10, 2019 London “tropical punk” four-piece, THE SKINTS, are pleased to announce the release of their highly-anticipated fourth album Swimming Lessons, released today via Easy Star/Mr. Bongo. Drawing on influences as sprawling as Bad Brains, Popcaan, No Doubt, Alton Ellis, Wiley, and Weezer, Swimming Lessons ...
Jesse Royal Releases New Single And Video For LIONORDER Featuring Protoje
by Tori Hartshorn - May 06, 2019 It is fitting that in the days leading up to the release of Jesse Royal's new single “LionOrder,” featuring Protoje, via reggae label Easy Star Records, he has been holed up in Los Angeles writing songs for his next album, in between another tireless run of live shows. In 2017, Jesse followed an imm...
UK's THE SKINTS Prepare for SWIMMING LESSONS Out 5/10
by Tori Hartshorn - March 07, 2019 London “tropical punk” four-piece, THE SKINTS, are pleased to announce their highly-anticipated fourth album, SWIMMING LESSONS, which will be released May 10, 2019 via Easy Star / Mr Bongo....
California Roots Music & Arts Festival Announces Final Lineup of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 10, 2019 The 10th annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival is proud to announce their final round of artists for their milestone 2019 event. Cali Roots X will take place at the historic Monterey County Fair and Event Center from May 24-26, 2019. Adding to the already stacked lineup is Slightly Stoopi...
California Roots Music & Arts Festival Announces 2nd Round of Artists
by Tori Hartshorn - December 05, 2018 The 10th annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival has announced their second round of artists. Joining an already impressive lineup are scene favorites Rebelution, Dirty Heads, Pepper, Collie Buddz, The Green, and Alborosie. Making their debuts at the event are Ben Harper & The Innocent Crimi... |