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Worlds Greatest Dad Share New Single 'The Ocean'
by Josh Sharpe - July 23, 2024 Atlanta’s worlds greatest dad is sharing the second single from their sophomore album, Better Luck Next Time, with “The Ocean.” Better Luck Next Time, which is coming out September 13th on SideOneDummy, was written in 2020, but is no less pertinent today. Better Luck Next Time’s 13 songs tussle betw...
Hayes Noble to Release New LP; Video For First Single 'Nothing Else'
by Blair Ingenthron - March 30, 2024 Hayes Noble unveils a new LP and releases the first single and video, 'Nothing Else'....
Jakob Nowell Drops Unapologetic Jakobs Castle Banger '2 Hours Ago'
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024 Created with producer and co-collaborator Jon Joseph (Børns, Caroline Rose), Nowell describes each song on ENTER: THE CASTLE like an experiment. He's not chasing trends or trying to make music that fits into a mold. Jakobs Castle songs are a weird amalgamation of Nowell's favorite, often contrary, t...
Willi Carlisle Inspects The Bottom Of The Barrel With New Single 'Higher Lonesome'
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024 Willi Carlisle's “Higher Lonesome” is the only completely true story from his upcoming album Critterland. While the other nine tracks are certainly based on real people in real places, “Higher Lonesome” is wholly Carlisle living through dark, searching times in the tail end of 2021 and into the new ...
Vince Freeman Releases New Single 'Imposter'
by Michael Major - December 15, 2023 “Imposter” follows the release of Freeman's single “Powers,” the deeply empowering first offering from the record. A gospel-infused anthem of thanks and defiance, positivity and optimism, the track showcases both Freeman's faith in the power of song and the impact it has had on his life. From his jo...
Absolutely Kosher Signs Memphis Duo Nonconnah
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023 Absolutely Kosher has announced its first new signing since its relaunch in October. The Memphis duo Nonconnah is the latest addition to the label's roster. Prolific partners Zachary and Denny Wilkerson Corsa are working on the first two of their new full-length albums for Absolutely Kosher, though ...
Proceeds From Willi Carlisle's 'When The Pills Wear Off' To Be Donated To Appalachian Recovery Non-Profit
by Michael Major - November 14, 2023 Proceeds from Willi Carlisle’s new single, 'When The Pills Wear Off,' will be donated to Appalachian recovery non-profit, Hope In The Hills. Devastating and gorgeous, Carlisle's ballad serves as the penultimate tune from his upcoming album Critterland and an example of the songcraft that's garnered ...
Willi Carlisle Braves Battle In The Name Of Love On Lead-Off Single 'Critterland'
by Michael Major - October 17, 2023 Willi Carlisle showcases his battle for love in his lead-off single, 'Critterland.' The single is part of his upcoming album, produced by Darrell Scott. Carlisle starts the last leg of his U.S. tour on October 17th in San Luis Obispo, California, before heading out on a European tour. Check out all ...
Derrick Brown Drops Comedy & Poetry Album 'A Close Shave With Heaven'
by Michael Major - September 14, 2023 Derrick has performed opening for comedians and bands including Cold War Kids, Afghan Whigs, Rival Sons, Kyle Kinane, Kristen Schaal, Kurt Braunohler, Cross, Mirman, and more. Derrick has written 10 poetry books and can be found performing on stages around L.A. where he now calls home....
Wajatta Announce 'Waiting For the Get Down' EP
by Michael Major - August 29, 2023 Wajatta, the duo of Reggie Watts and John Tejada, returns with a brand new EP, Waiting For The Get Down. They kick off the EP’s release with an infectious lead single, “Again And Again (feat. March Adstrum).” Packed with relentless 4/4 kicks, melodic synth chords, and lyricism, Waiting For The Get D...
The Smashing Pumpkins Release Final Act of Trilogy Album 'Atum'
by Michael Major - May 05, 2023 The sequel to 1995’s Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness and 2000’s Machina/Machine of God, ATUM features 33-tracks in 3 acts and was written and produced by Corgan over the past 4 years. Act 3 arrives with a special edition boxset featuring all 33 album tracks plus 10 additional unreleased songs...
Crooks & Nannies Share New Single '3am'
by Michael Major - April 20, 2023 They followed it up with a cover of Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers’ “Islands In The Stream” earlier this month and are back with the raging emo-meets-disco single “3am” now. The new track, a fan favorite off of their cassette release, is full of skronking sax, Final Fantasy synths, chimes, and an unrel...
The Smashing Pumpkins Announce 2023 North American 'The World Is a Vampire' Tour
by Michael Major - March 28, 2023 The Smashing Pumpkins, have announced their 26-date North American THE WORLD IS A VAMPIRE TOUR. Produced by Live Nation, the tour is set to start on Friday, July 28 at The Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. The tour will feature special guests Interpol, Stone Temple Pilots and Rival Sons as s...
John Vanderslice Announces New Album & Shares Lead Single 'Crystals 26'
by Michael Major - February 15, 2023 John Vanderslice has announced his new album CRYSTALS 3.0, and shared it’s lead single “Crystals 26.” The culmination of a span of ecstatic experimentation with harsh noise and hard drugs, curious samples and cascading sequencers—it is both a new pinnacle for Vanderslice and the manifestation of a r...
David Crosby Releases New Live Track Guinnevere
by Michael Major - November 07, 2022 David Crosby has released another live offering with the song “Guinnevere”. Continuing to forge new paths in his eighth decade, Crosby again joins forces with Becca Stevens, Michelle Willis and Michael League, the three musicians known as The Lighthouse Band, who he’s been working with since 2016’s ...
Crooks & Nannies Share First New Song in 5 Years
by Michael Major - September 14, 2022 Crooks & Nannies, the West Philadelphia duo of Madel Rafter (they/them) & Sam Huntington (she/her), are sharing their first new music in 5 years to accompany the news that they have signed to Grand Jury Music. Crooks & Nannies will be heading on their first tour this fall, supporting Lucy Dacus....
Yungblud Releases Self-Titled Third Studio Album
by Michael Major - September 06, 2022 This full-length release marks an exciting new era for the artist, with previously released ‘The Funeral’, ‘Don’t Feel Like Feeling Sad Today’ and ‘Memories ft. Willow’, which surpassed 1 million streams within its first week. The album has already received praise, from critics across the globe and ...
Dirtybird Campout Announces Final 2022 Artist Lineup
by Michael Major - August 09, 2022 Newly added names include Claude VonStroke’s Barclay Crenshaw alias, cutting-edge beatmaker and songwriter Mr. Carmack, revered German producer Steve Bug, Brazilian legend DJ Glen, epic UK production duo Audiojack, Atlanta via Detroit flag bearer Ash Lauryn, new face of US minimal Wyatt Marshall, an...
Courtney Jaye Releases New Album 'Hymns and Hallelucinations'
by Michael Major - May 23, 2022 Tropicali Records and acclaimed Kaua’i/Los Angeles-based songwriter Courtney Jaye are pleased to announce the release of Hymns and Hallelucinations, the highly anticipated and ambitious new LP with accompanying full-length album visual/'video trip.'...
Yungblud Announces Self-Titled Third Studio Album
by Michael Major - May 17, 2022 The announcement was made this morning via a livestream where the 24-year-old Doncaster-born trailblazer received a tattoo on his ribcage from one of the world’s most sought-after artists, Emily Malice. The livestream commanded viewers from all over the world and marks an exciting new era for the gr...
Courtney Jaye Releases 'Part Three: The Death' From Upcoming LP & Short Film
by Michael Major - April 20, 2022 Tropicali Records and acclaimed Kaua’i/Los Angeles-based songwriter Courtney Jaye are pleased to present Part Three: The Death, the third installment of Jaye’s highly anticipated short film and full-length album, Hymns and Hallelucinations, a new body of work that culminates in a short film. Watch t...
Circle Jerks Postpones Tour Due to Covid
by Marissa Tomeo - April 13, 2022 A Message from Circle Jerks: We had hoped it wouldn’t come to this, but our fearless singer, our dude, Keith Morris, is headed home to rest for 10 days as he recovers from COVID-19. This will not stop Keith! You have no idea how ecstatic we are to be on tour for the first time in 15 years and seeing...
Courtney Jaye Releases 'Part Two: The Journey' From Upcoming Album
by Michael Major - March 29, 2022 Tropicali Records and acclaimed Kaua’i/Los Angeles-based songwriter Courtney Jaye are pleased to present Part Two: The Journey, the second installment of Jaye’s highly anticipated short film and full-length album, Hymns and Hallelucinations. Watch the music video for the new track now!...
Courtney Jaye Announces 'Hymns And Hallelucinations' Album
by Michael Major - March 07, 2022 Tropicali Records and acclaimed Kaua’i/Los Angeles-based songwriter Courtney Jaye are pleased to announce Hymns and Hallelucinations, the highly anticipated and ambitious new album with accompanying full-length album visual. Listen to then ew singles and watch the new short film now!...
Zander Schloss of Circle Jerks Releases Debut Solo Album 'Song About Songs'
by Michael Major - March 04, 2022 Zander Schloss has released his long-awaited debut solo album Song About Songs via Blind Owl Records. The album marks the beginning of a new chapter for the longtime Circle Jerks bassist and known Joe Strummer collaborator, who calls the album his “polar opposite version of punk rock.” Listen to the... |