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Alt R&B Duo FARR Release 'Doom Gloom'
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024 As individuals, they've had success, with Linden Jay nominated for a GRAMMY for his work with Doja Cat, as well as collaborating with artists including Joji, Kelis, Stormzy, Sampha, J Cole, Chlöe, Tom Misch and many more, while Roméo is an in demand vocalist and vocal arranger who has worked with Jo... 
Tiffany Announces Reworked Shadows Vinyl LP Package + Shares 'Angels All Around' Bonus Holiday Single
by Michael Major - November 21, 2023 Tiffany's life can be measured in songs. Anyone with even a casual eye on pop culture will remember her breakout in the late '80s, sparked by the transatlantic #1 smash, 'I Think We're Alone Now.' But the fans who have made the journey with her since know that the best stuff came later.... 
Ish Couture Releases Techno-Infused Alt Rap Single 'Sex in the City' (Feat. Ize)
by Michael Major - October 31, 2023 Featuring Brooklyn emcee ize and production by transatlantic Austrian/American producer duo Violeta Telavia, the techno-infused alternative rap single “SEX IN THE CITY” is the first offering from Ish Couture's forthcoming NEW MANTRA EP, due out early December via Eartheater's Chemical X. Listen and ... 
Billy Idol to Release Expanded Reissue of Self-Titled Debut Album
by Michael Major - June 21, 2023 The reissue includes the original 10-track album, the previously unreleased August 12,1982 concert from The Roxy in West Hollywood, CA as well as the recently unearthed and previously unreleased 12-minute Clubland Extended Remix of his classic song “White Wedding” from Idol’s debut. Pre-order and pr... 
Havanna Winter Debuts New Single 'Tornado'
by Michael Major - June 19, 2023 Havanna will be preparing to release the accompanying music video. Directed by Éli Sokhn, Produced by Laith Souqi, and Creative Direction by Anette Winter. The video takes the viewer back to the visually appealing movie, The Wizard of Oz, equipped with Dorothy (played by Havanna) and her friends on ... 
Billy Idol Confirms New Run of Headline Tour Dates This Fall
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023 Fresh off a performance at Cruel World Festival in Pasadena, rock legend Billy Idol confirms a new run of headline shows in August and September. The dates include debut performances at New York City’s Kings Theatre, D.C.’s The Anthem and Boston’s MGM Music Hall as well as an appearance at Jazz Aspe... 
Akira Galaxy Shares Ethereal 'Teardrop' Single
by Michael Major - May 10, 2023 Directors Silken Weinberg (Ethel Cain, Blue DeTiger) and Angela Ricciardi (Skull Crusher, Angel Olsen) masterfully experiment with light, using glitter and shadow with captivating effect to make the landscape of Paris nebulous and hazy and Akira moves through the once familiar streets. Watch the new... 
Rachael Blanche Releases New Single 'Translator'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 03, 2023 London-based artist, actress and entrepreneur, Rachael Blanche, who splits time between England, Australia and the U.S., has released the smouldering pop-soul single 'Translator,' a seductively well-crafted ode to navigating the layered nature of communication in the modern world.... 
Billy Idol Performs First Ever Concert at the Hoover Dam With Special Guests Alison Mosshart, Steve Jones and Tony Kanal
by Michael Major - April 18, 2023 The once in a lifetime concert, which featured special guests Alison Mosshart (The Kills, The Dead Weather), Steve Jones (Sex Pistols) and Tony Kanal (No Doubt), was filmed for a forthcoming concert film produced by Lastman Media and scheduled for theatrical release through Encore Nights later this ... 
Akira Galaxy Shares Debut Single 'Virtual Eyes'
by Michael Major - March 08, 2023 The accompanying music video is directed by Silken Weinberg (Ethel Cain, Blue DeTiger) and Angela Ricciardi (Skull Crusher, Angel Olsen) and was shot on location in Paris. Leaning into the hypnotic beauty of the track, the video follows Akira as she chases her elusive lover through mystical French l... 
Billy Idol Embarks on North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - January 23, 2023 Rock legend Billy Idol will take his lauded live show back on the road this spring with a run of headline tour dates. Kicking off on March 30 in Scottsdale, the run features performances at various theatres, amphitheaters and festivals, including an appearance at Pasadena’s Cruel World Festival on M... 
Billy Idol Honored With First Hollywood Walk of Fame Star of 2023
by Michael Major - January 09, 2023 Dedicated at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Amoeba Music, Idol was awarded his star in the category of Recording. The historic event featured guest speakers Henry Rollins and Shepard Fairey alongside emcee Lupita Sanchez Cornejo of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. ... 
Indie Duo CHAMPS Share 'My Baby Lorraine'
by Michael Major - November 16, 2022 Musical siblings have a magical quality – they share the same influences, paint from the same sound palette, and trade ‘goosebump’ moments back and forth with a kind of easy telepathy. Michael and David Champion have been playing together since they were kids, as you’d expect, and they’re veterans o... 
Billy Idol to Play at Los Angeles' Roxy Theatre & Amoeba Hollywood
by Michael Major - November 03, 2022 Billy Idol returns to his hometown of Los Angeles on Wednesday, November 9 to play a run of two intimate performances: an evening show at The Roxy Theatre with support from special guests Huddy and Willem Wolfe as well as an afternoon acoustic set at Amoeba Hollywood with his longtime collaborator, ... 
Indie Duo CHAMPS Share New Single 'Adeleine'
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022 UK indie duo CHAMPS are back with “Adeleine,” their first release since their 2019 album The Hard Interchange. A unique combination of cool minimalism and evocative Americana. The song’s powerful sense of nostalgia lies as much in its vowel sounds and melody as in its lyrics. Listen to the new singl... 
Luuk van Dijk & Dawn Richard Collaborate on New Single 'Love You'
by Michael Major - October 14, 2022 Pairing a shimmering production with Dawn’s irresistible vocals, ‘Love You’ is an ethereal dance jam that leaves a lasting impression. It follows last month’s ‘Hot Stuff’, with both tracks set to feature on van Dijk’s forthcoming debut album First Contact, out 11th November. Listen to the new single... 
VIDEO: Havanna Winter Releases 'Heaven To Me' Video
by Michael Major - September 26, 2022 The track was released earlier this summer, while garnering heavy rotation in SiriusXM's Hits1 and generating over 400,000 streams on TikTok alone. 'Heaven To Me' was co-written by Winter, Maya K. (Bebe Rexha, Anitta, J Balvin) and Grammy award-winning Mark Nilan Jr. (B.O.B., Trey Songz, Migos, Lady... 
Havanna Winter Releases Debut Track 'rain rain go away'
by Michael Major - August 08, 2022 With a big music career on the horizon, Havanna has signed with Stevie Van Zandt's new imprint Wonderwall Records. The plan is to release 3 singles this year with an album to come next year, all guided by Executive Producer Maya K (Bebe Rexha, Anita, J Balvin). The first single “rain rain go away” w... 
Comakid Shares 'Full HD Hugs' Featuring Brooke Howard
by Michael Major - July 13, 2022 Italian producer, sound designer and modular synthesist Francesco Cassino – aka Comakid – has delivered the title track from his upcoming EP ‘Full HD Hugs’ ft. LA-based singer/songwriter Brooke Howard. With ‘Full HD Hugs’ the Ableton Ambassador concocts a vast dimensional soundscape that manages to ... 
Lojay & Sarz Recruit Chris Brown for 'Monalisa' Remix
by Michael Major - May 19, 2022 Lagos-based Afro-fusion artist Lojay and internationally renowned super-producer Sarz (Beyoncé, Drake, Wizkid, Burna Boy) have released a brand new remix of their recent smash single 'Monalisa' featuring multi-platinum certified, GRAMMY Award-winning R&B superstar Chris Brown.... 
Brazilian DJ Vintage Culture Remixes Electronic UK-Based Producer Mella Dee's 'Love It Or Not'
by Marissa Tomeo - April 01, 2022 Following the raucous acclaim for Mella Dee’s hit single ‘Love It Or Not’, the UK’s most prolific electronic producer has today shared a remix of the track by chart-topping DJ and producer, Vintage Culture.... 
Billy Idol Releases Remastered Christmas Album
by Michael Major - November 05, 2021 Originally released in 2006, the album features Idol performing a wide variety of Christmas classics as well as the new original bonus track “On Christmas Day” with longtime Idol collaborator Steve Stevens on guitar. Watch a new trailer for the album now!... 
Billy Idol to Release Remastered 'Happy Holidays' Album
by Michael Major - October 29, 2021 The new release of Happy Holidays has been remixed and remastered by Paul Hicks. Happy Holidays has also been packaged with new artwork and is available for purchase on black vinyl, CD, digital and on limited edition white vinyl. Pre-order the new album now!... 
Billy Idol & the Go Go's to Embark on 'Roadside' UK Tour in 2022
by Michael Major - September 27, 2021 The world’s favourite rebel Billy Idol is back and heading out on The Roadside Tour 2022 with some new music, a stack of timeless classics, and very special guests The Go-Go’s making their first UK appearance for 26 years.... 
Billy Idol's 'Roadside EP' Out Now
by Michael Major - September 17, 2021 Produced by Butch Walker (Green Day, Weezer) and featuring Idol’s longtime lead guitarist and co-writer Steve Stevens, The Roadside was conceived, recorded and mixed almost entirely under the shadow of the pandemic.... |
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