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Wild Rivers Tap James Vincent McMorrow for New Take on Single 'Backfire'
by Josh Sharpe - December 20, 2024 Platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers teams up with acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter James Vincent McMorrow for a new version of their track 'Backfire.' Listen to it now!...
James Vincent McMorrow Releases New Album 'Wide Open, Horses'
by Josh Sharpe - June 14, 2024 Irish singer-songwriter James Vincent McMorrow has released his seventh studio album, Wide open, horses. The album release follows previously released singles 'Never gone,' 'Give up,' 'Call me back,' and 'Things we tell ourselves,' along with the announcement of an extensive tour across the UK, EU, ...
Jubël & NOTD Kick Off Summer With New Single 'Chocolate'
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024 After releasing a string of pop gems this spring, Jubël has teamed up with the multi-platinum Swedish duo NOTD for a new summer track, “Chocolate”. 'This project has been a long time in the making, as we initially had some obstacles, to finalize the composition. However, everything fell into place w...
Noah Solt Releases Title Track Off Upcoming Album 'BIG WATER'
by Blair Ingenthron - May 18, 2024 Indie pop artist Noah Solt releases his latest single 'BIG WATER', an atmospheric track that explores a new, ambient corner of the genre. The song is a preview of his upcoming debut album, which further delves into themes of self-reflection and hope....
Noah Solt Releases Title Track Off Upcoming Album 'Big Water'
by Josh Sharpe - April 29, 2024 Indie pop artist Noah Solt releases his latest single 'Big Water' from his upcoming debut album. The track, praised for its ambient sound and self-reflective lyrics, follows his critically acclaimed releases featured in EARMILK, Notion, Wonderland, and CLASH. Listen to the song here!...
Xana Exposes Her Own Failures with Confessional Track 'Monster' Ahead of LP
by Josh Sharpe - April 24, 2024 Vancouver-based rising pop artist Xana reflects on her past mistakes with 'Monster,' a brutally honest exploration of the artist's worst decisions and selfish behavior, out everywhere now. This summer, Xana will embark on a tour to support the album, The Sex Was Good Tour that will move across the U...
Xana Goes Rogue With Anti-Pop/Rock Anthem 'Homewrecking Era' Ahead Of LP
by Michael Major - March 20, 2024 Pop sensation Xana releases her rebellious anti-pop/rock anthem, Homewrecking Era, as a prelude to her upcoming album. Alongside the release, the artist officially sets The Sex Was Good tour that will move across the U.S. this June and July beginning on June 1 in Portland, OR, with tickets on sale n...
Xana Announces New LP & Shares 'Better Kind Of Best Friend'
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024 Alongside the announcement, Xana shares the first taste of the project with risqué track + video 'Better Kind Of Best Friend' out everywhere now. The forthcoming gripping collection sees Xana confront dark truths and deep pain as she learns to process and heal past wounds through shimmering melodies...
James Vincent McMorrow Unveils New Single 'Stay Cool'
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024 Irish singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer James Vincent McMorrow unveils new single 'Stay Cool,' along with announcing his signing to Nettwerk Music Group. His high register rings out as emotion spills over organic soundscapes accented by folk, indie, and rock elements. ...
British Alt Rock Band Drop Raw & Vulnerable Debut Album
by Michael Major - October 24, 2023 Based in Milton Keynes, the four-piece band was formed under the mutual decision to find like-minded souls who needed music as part of their everyday life and essence to their being. Along with bassist Callum, guitarist Jimmy, and drummer Dale, WESSON creates music which is relatable, conversational...
LANY Announce North America A Beautiful Blur Tour
by Michael Major - October 04, 2023 LANY Announces the North America a beautiful blur Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 30+ dates kicks off at Raleigh's The Ritz on February 13 and continues through the U.S. and Canada this March and April 2024....
Lany Release New Album 'A Beautiful Blur'
by Michael Major - September 29, 2023 LANY releases new album 'a beautiful blur' - Check out the latest release from LANY, featuring their signature sound and heartfelt lyrics. The album features previously released smash singles “Love At First Fight,” “Alonica,” “XXL,” and “Home Is Where The Hurt Is.”...
SWIMM Shares New LP and Focus Track 'Sun In Your Eyes'
by Blair Ingenthron - September 23, 2023 SWIMM shares their new LP 'Best Comedown Ever' and focus track on all DSPs. Check out more information on the latest release here!...
Max Drazen Drops Debut EP 'Someday'
by Michael Major - June 23, 2023 The four-track collection includes two brand new songs plus recent singles “Swoop” and “Five Three.” Adeptly swinging between R&B, pop and rap, Drazen offers up distinctive, ultra-relatable tales of modern romance on the EP, which finds him collaborating with producers Rence and Dave Villa (FLETCHER...
Robert Ellis Releases New Album 'Yesterday's News'
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023 The arrangements are harmonically sophisticated, drawing on the open tunings and intricate fingerpicking of English songwriters like Nick Drake or Richard Thompson. Ellis’s performances are similarly subtle and nuanced, tapping into the bittersweet longing of Chet Baker and the playful poignancy of ...
Max Drazen to Release Debut EP 'Someday' in June
by Michael Major - May 05, 2023 The four-song collection will include his new single, “Swoop,” which was released now. Produced by Dave Villa and Rence, the track finds Drazen putting a modern spin on the pop/RnB music that he loved in the early-mid 2000s. “I’m excited to try to bring back that sound,” says the young singer-songwr...
Robert Ellis Releases Haunting New Single 'On The Run'
by Michael Major - April 26, 2023 Ahead of the release of his anticipated new album Yesterday's News, Texas-based singer/songwriter Robert Ellis released a new single called 'On The Run.' An eerie, haunting track, 'On The Run' searches for meaning and escape in an empty horizon as Ellis channels a wayward, destitute outlaw. ...
Phony PPL Announces 2023 Euphonyus West Coast Tour
by Michael Major - March 20, 2023 Phony Ppl underscored the new evolution of their sonic journey with their latest opus Euphonyus. This week, one of the many stand-out tracks from the album, “Nowhere But Up.” garnered the achievement of No. 2 song on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Chart as the official music video for the track soa...
Tyson Ritter's New Band Release Debut Album & Share 'Tragedy'
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023 Now More Than Ever – cofounded by All American Reject’s Tyson Ritter, Scott Chesak (All-American Rejects, Panic! At the Disco, Weezer) and Izzy Fontaine (Taking Back Sunday, Tegan & Sara, Glassjaw) –have released their debut album Creatrix. Watch the new music video for 'Tragedy' now!...
Dead Lakes Share New Single 'tongue planet'
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023 Dead Lakes have shared their newest single “tongue planet” via SharpTone Records, premiering exclusively on Variance Magazine. The track grapples with rolling with the punches and relinquishing control in situations when necessary, understanding that things don’t always go as planned....
Robert Ellis Shares Tranquil New Single 'Gene' From New Album
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023 Texas-based singer/songwriter Robert Ellis released a new single titled 'Gene.' The song is the latest peak at his forthcoming album Yesterday's News. Like much of the record, 'Gene' is a tranquil rumination on a flawed and broken world, one that acknowledges the ugliness that surrounds us but still...
Blake Rose Releases New EP & 'You'll Get It When You're Older'
by Michael Major - February 24, 2023 Rising Australian artist, Blake Rose is back with the release of his brand-new EP, titled You’ll Get It When You’re Older, out now via AWAL Recordings. Along with the release of the EP comes an official music video for focus track, ‘Don’t Stop The Car,’ which was directed by Julian Buchan. ...
Lost Kings & Slush Puppy Team Up on 'I Do'
by Michael Major - October 21, 2022 “I Do” is the latest continuation of Lost Kings’ run of new music in 2022 and follows performances at Coachella and Electric Zoo earlier this year. This summer, the pair partnered with Jordan Shaw for “Under The Influence” and collaborated with singer-songwriter Kiddo A.I. last month on “Save Me.”...
Flor Return With New Single 'Every Night'
by Michael Major - September 02, 2022 Hood River, OR alt-pop band flor have unveiled their new single “Every Night”. The anthemic track is available to stream and download beginning now via Fueled By Ramen. Later this month, flor will launch the Future Shine Tour of North America. The 25-city trek will kick off on September 20 in Orland...
Forrest Isn't Dead Releases New Singles 'Heaven' & 'Earth'
by Michael Major - August 30, 2022 As he gears up for the release of his debut album, The End Of Everything, next month, Atlanta-based rising alt-pop artist Forrest Isn’t Dead has released a pair of new singles, “Heaven” and “Earth,” with a two-part video series to accompany the songs. Watch the new music video below, both directed b... |