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Gary Van Miert to Release Third LP IF I STOP MOVING, I'LL FALL FROM THE SKY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 06, 2024 Gary Van Miert will release his third LP, 'If I Stop Moving, I'll Fall From the Sky,' exploring planes of existence and self-awareness. Lead single drops September 13th.... 
'Christmas 4 The Kids' Digital Album Benefits Pediatric Cancer Patients At Cure 4 The Kids Foundation
by Michael Major - November 14, 2023 Christmas 4 The Kids Digital Album Benefits Pediatric Cancer Patients at Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. The Album Includes A New Version of “Happy Xmas” Featuring Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter, American Idol’s Kyle Khou. Stream the album on major music platforms to support kids battling cancer and rare ... 
Full Time Men Share 'High On Drugs'
by Michael Major - October 03, 2023 Band Includes Members of The Fleshtones and Lower East Side Rockers Album Features Special Guests Stiv Bators, Peter Buck, Clem Burke (Blondie), Jeff Connolly (DMZ), Pat DiNizio (Smithereens), Dave Faulkner (Hoodoo Gurus), Scott McCaughey (The Minus 5), and Peter Zaremba (Fleshtones).... 
The Smithereens Announce Limited Edition Green Vinyl Xmas Album
by Michael Major - October 10, 2022 It’s the latter that makes this such a delight, as the band tears into rugged re- workings of the Ramones’ “Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight),” the Who’s crunchy “Christmas”(from Tommy) and even a rare Beatles track grabbed fromthe Liverpool band’s ’60s fan club only discs.... 
The Smithereens to Release 'The Lost Album' Unreleased Full Length Recorded in 1993
by Michael Major - August 23, 2022 The result of those one month marathon recording sessions is this album, unheard by the outside world until now and appropriately titled The Lost Album. The Smithereens’ take no prisoners sound, reflecting their Garden State roots, has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of 17 albums and ... 
"The Sensational Country Blues Wonders!" Are Back With "The Adventures Of A Psychedelic Cowboy"
by A.A. Cristi - June 16, 2022 Gary Van Miert's philosophy of saying yes whenever asked to do something outside of his comfort zone has taken him to some very interesting places. Performing under the moniker, The Sensational Country Blues Wonders!, Van Miert is a singer, songwriter, musician and entertainer who specializes in Ame... 
Robert Rodriguez Launches 'Something About The Beatles' Podcast
by Michael Major - January 19, 2022 Drummer Dennis Diken (Smithereens), bassist Arion Salazar (ex-Third Eye Blind), multi-instrumentalist Pat Sansone (Wilco, The Autumn Defense) and Luther Russell (currently performing as one half of the duo Those Pretty Wrongs alongside ex-Big Star Jody Stephens) form a panel with Rodriguez to discu... 
Xander Marsden Shares 'Town Sleep' Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 06, 2020 California based singer-songwriter, Xander Marsden shares the video for his new song, “Town Sleep” available on Friday, pre-save here. ... 
The Sensational Country Blues Wonders Release New Album
by Stephi Wild - September 05, 2020 Gary Van Miert is a local cult figure in his area of the country. Known for looking as if he stole his clothing from Ernest Tubbs closet, the singer-songwriter, musician and all around entertainer honed his skills playing the nightclubs of New Jersey, Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond.... 
Odds Lane, 'Lost and Found' Debuts on Gulf Coast Records
by Tory Gates - January 20, 2020 'The blues have always been an influence on every style of music, and the widening of the door is letting more things through. I think it's a good thing, the more variety and different options you have can only lead to better and better music.'... 
Tickets on Sale Tomorrow For LIGHT OF DAY WINTERFEST 2020
by A.A. Cristi - November 08, 2019 The goal of reaching the $6 million mark in its ongoing battle against Parkinson's disease starts officially getting more reachable SATURDAY (Nov. 9) AT NOON, when tickets go on sale for LIGHT OF DAY WINTERFEST 2020: THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY.... 
The Long Ryders Release New Album 'Psychedelic Country Soul'
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 15, 2019 Today, alt-country legends The Long Ryders share their new album Psychedelic Country Soul via Omnivore Recordings. This is the band's first new album in over thirty years, and features the classic line-up of Sid Griffin, Stephen McCarthy, Tom Stevens and Greg Sowders. ... 
Like Totally Festival Announces Second Round of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 13, 2019 Like Totally Festival, taking place on Huntington State Beach, California on Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 11am to 9pmannounces its second round of artists with The Bangles (Manic Monday/Walk Like An Egyptian), The Smithereens featuring Marshall Crenshaw (A Girl Like You/Blood And Roses), Martha Davis... 
Nick Marechal Engineers A DETOUR Of SoCal
by Julie Musbach - January 14, 2019 Guitarist and singer-songwriter, Nick Marechal's unique imprint on music is calculated, you might say. His unique background in mathematics and engineering only enhances his stronghold and understanding of the structures of the classics of blues, Americana and even jazz-influenced original songs. To... 
Asbury Angels Induction Show Starring The Ventures, The Weeklings, More, Fri. 1/18 at Stone Pony
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 14, 2019 Pat DiNizio, the Smithereens leader who passed away a year ago, tops this year's class of Asbury Angels inductees announced annually at Light of DayWinterFest, the 10-day festival which this past weekend launched its 19th year of raising money and awareness through the awesome power of music in orde... 
Long Ryders Share New Song, 'Greenville'
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 09, 2019 Today, alt-country legends The Long Ryders share their latest track 'Greenville' from the forthcoming album Psychedelic Country Soul, available February 15 on Omnivore Recordings. This is the band's first new album in over thirty years, and features the classic line-up of Sid Griffin, Stephen McCart... 
The Long Ryders Announce First Album in 30 Years
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 25, 2018 One of the godfathers of the alt-country movement, The Long Ryders, will release Psychedelic Country Soul their first new album in over thirty years, on February 15, 2019. Featuring the classic line-up of Sid Griffin, Stephen McCarthy, Tom Stevens and Greg Sowders, it makes the day after Valentine's... 
Gin Blossoms to Release Eagerly Awaited New Album MIXED REALITY and Embark on Major US Tour
by Macon Prickett - June 04, 2018 Cleopatra Records will be releasing the brand new album from one of the most successful melodic alt-rock bands still making music today, Gin Blossoms! “Mixed Reality” will be released on June 15, 2018. The Blossoms recently celebrated the 25 year anniversary of their seminal, multi-platinum album “N... 
Singer/Songwriter David Fitzpatrick to Release Studio Album PARACHUTES IN HURRICANES
by Macon Prickett - April 02, 2018 Guitarist/Songwriter David Fitzpatrick who has led Milwaukee's Dave Fitzpatrick Band for decades will release his first major solo work entitled “Parachutes in Hurricanes” on Daystorm Music. Known for his production résumé, musician/engineer/producer Gary Tanin (Jack Spann, Sam Llanas, Roger Powell,... 
Dr. Demento Covered In Punk Unveils Adam West's Cover of 'The Thing' I
by Caryn Robbins - December 15, 2017 Demented Punk today unveiled the late Adam West's cover of 'The Thing,' originally performed by Phil Harris of the Jack Benny Show.... 
'Weird Al' Yankovic Covers Ramone's 'Beat On the Brat'
by Caryn Robbins - November 21, 2017 Demented Punk today unveiled the 'Weird Al' Yankovic cover of 'Beat On The Brat' originally recorded by the Ramones and released on their self-titled debut album in 1976....
1980's Hit-Makers The Romantics Celebrate 40th Anniversary With Release of New Singles
by Caryn Robbins - July 05, 2017 1980's music legends The Romantics, (featuring Wally Palmar, Mike Skill, Rich Cole and Brad Elvis), best known for their mega hit singles “What I Like About You” and “Talking In Your Sleep,” are releasing two new singles and touring the US in celebration of their 40th Anniversary!... |
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