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Fake Names Release New Single 'Expendable'
by Michael Major - January 24, 2023 Fake Names is comprised of members Brian Baker (Minor Threat, Bad Religion, Dag Nasty), Michael Hampton (S.O.A., Embrace), Dennis Lyxzén (Refused, INVSN, The [International] Noise Conspiracy), Johnny Temple (Girls Against Boys, Soulside) and Brendan Canty (Fugazi, Rites of Spring.)...
Fake Names Announce New Album 'Expendables'
by Michael Major - November 15, 2022 The band is comprised of members Brian Baker (Minor Threat, Bad Religion, Dag Nasty), Michael Hampton (S.O.A., Embrace), Dennis Lyxzén (Refused, INVSN, The [International] Noise Conspiracy), Johnny Temple (Girls Against Boys, Soulside) and newest addition Brendan Canty (Fugazi, Rites of Spring)....
VIDEO: YEAH YEAH YEAHS Share New Music Video for 'Wolf'
by Michael Major - October 31, 2022 Coming off the recent release of their first album in nine years, the critically acclaimed Cool It Down (out now via Secretly Canadian), and two now-legendary shows at NYC’s Forest Hills Stadium and LA’s Hollywood Bowl, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs release the new video for album standout track “Wolf.” wWatc...
SORAIA Crack The Top 30 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Chart with 'I Seek Fire'
by Michael Major - October 10, 2022 Soraia continue to move up the Billboard charts with their intoxicating single 'I Seek Fire,' off the band's upcoming 10-song LP 'Bloom.' A video for that track was directed by Sam Shapson (Yeah Yeah Yeahs , Demi Lovato, Oliver Tree, Thrice, Corey Taylor, All Time Low, MKG, Poppy) and is streaming n...
YEAH YEAH YEAHS Release First New Album in Nine Years 'Cool It Down'
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022 Joining forces with producers Dave Sitek, Justin Raisen and Andrew Wyatt, and mixed by Shawn Everett, the 8-track collection is an distillation of the band’s best gifts. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs previously released singles “Spitting Off The Edge of the World” feat. Perfume Genius and “Burning” along with...
THE BIG PINK Release 'The Love That's Ours'
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022 After spending the last few months unveiling a wealth of impactful new singles including “No Angels,” “Love Spins On Its Axis,” “Rage,” and “Safe And Sound,” The Big Pink have now released their long-awaited third studio album The Love That’s Ours, their first in a decade, showcased by the new offer...
Philly Rock Band SORAIA Puts Its Spin on the KISS Classic 'Strutter' Off Upcoming 10-Song LP 'Bloom'
by Michael Major - September 19, 2022 Soraia take on KISS' 'Strutter,' the latest single off the band's upcoming 10-song LP 'Bloom.' 'Strutter' is the follow-up to the lead single 'I Seek Fire' which is currently making waves at rock radio. The video for that track was directed by Sam Shapson (Yeah Yeah Yeahs , Demi Lovato, Oliver Tree,...
THE BIG PINK Share New Single 'Safe & Sound'
by Michael Major - September 08, 2022 Produced by Tony Hoffer (Beck, Air, Phoenix), the record includes a host of guest collaborators, including Jamie T, Jamie Hince (The Kills), Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs), Ryn Weaver, Mary Charteris, and Ed Harcourt. The Big Pink’s drummer Akiko Matsuura is back on board while Charlie Barker, a visu...
Imaad Wasif Shares New Album 'So Long Mr. Fear'
by Michael Major - August 09, 2022 Following the release of his new music video for lead single 'Fader,' Los Angeles singer, guitarist, and songwriter IMAAD WASIF has released his sixth studio album So Long Mr. Fear. His first album in four years, So Long Mr. Fear was recorded mostly in isolation but in conjunction with producer and ...
The BIG PINK Announce New Album 'The Love That's Ours'
by Michael Major - August 08, 2022 Produced by Tony Hoffer (Beck, Air, Phoenix), the record will include a host of guest collaborators, including Jamie T, Jamie Hince (The Kills), Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs), Ryn Weaver, Mary Charteris, Ed Harcourt and many more, all aiming to make this new release their most memorable to date....
The Linda Lindas Share Cover of The Go-Go's 'Tonite'
by Michael Major - July 26, 2022 Beloved Los Angeles punk band The Linda Lindas share a cover of The Go-Gos’s classic “Tonite.” The Linda Lindas are currently on tour, which includes dates with Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Japanese Breakfast this fall. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!...
Japanese Breakfast Releases Korean Version of 'Be Sweet' Featuring So!YoON! Of Se So Neon
by Michael Major - July 20, 2022 Japanese Breakfast, is the musical project of GRAMMY-nominee and New York Times Best Selling author Michelle Zauner. Japanese Breakfast is currently on tour, including headline shows, festival stops at Newport Folk, Incheon Pentaport, Primavera, and dates with Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Florence + The Machine...
Riot Fest 2022 Adds Taking Back Sunday, Coolio, and More
by Michael Major - July 19, 2022 Notable first-timers for Riot Fest 2022 include beloved indie rockers Yeah Yeah Yeahs; the pivotal goth rock group Bauhaus; a reunited Sunny Day Real Estate; as well as first-time sets from Portugal. The Man, Yungblud, Placebo, Jeff Rosenstock, Lunachicks, The Linda Lindas, and Lucky Boys Confusion...
Imaad Wasif to Unveil Sixth Album 'So Long Mr. Fear'
by Michael Major - July 19, 2022 Tracked mostly in isolation but in conjunction with producer and long-time collaborator Bobb Bruno of Best Coast, So Long Mr. Fear is an intimate record that showcases Wasif’s clear and crisp vocals amid lush instrumental arrangements. Listen to the first single “Fader” featuring Jen Wood (The Posta...
Wet Leg Reveal Soulwax Remix of 'Too Late Now'
by Michael Major - July 06, 2022 Wet Leg are pleased to reveal a new remix of “Too Late Now” by the legendary Soulwax. The blistering remix follows on from the duo’s debut album Wet Leg. On its release in April, the record went in at Number 1, outselling all the other Top 5 put together and becoming the fastest selling debut since ...
The BIG PINK Share New Single 'Love Spins On Its Axis'
by Michael Major - June 29, 2022 After making their triumphant return in April with the enormous single “No Angels,” The Big Pink are back once again to unveil their glorious new effort “Love Spins On Its Axis” featuring British duo Dust In The Sunlight. The song was co-written with Jamie T and The Kills’ Jamie Hince and features a...
Philly's Great Time Releases EP 'Sounds Like ____ [Vol. 3]'
by Michael Major - June 09, 2022 Lead singer/multi-instrumentalist Jill Ryan has had a busy year, touring the UK with Cassandra Jenkins, sitting in on saxophone with Japanese Breakfast for their 5-night sold out run at Union Transfer in Philly, and also with Kristine Leschper on flute, vocals and synths. Plus, check out upcoming to...
Experimental Electronic Duo A.M. Boys Share Debut Album, 'Distance Decay'
by Marissa Tomeo - June 04, 2022 Today, experimental electronic duo A.M. Boys (John Blonde and Chris Moore) share their long-awaited debut album, Distance Decay, via all DSPS. Distance Decay, the shimmering debut album from American electronic duo A.M. Boys, focuses on an intimate and minimal approach to instrumentation. The album'...
YEAH YEAH YEAHS Announce New Album 'Cool It Down'
by Michael Major - June 01, 2022 After teasing their first new music in over nine years, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs are officially back with a new album and single to share with the masses. Karen O, Nick Zinner and Brian Chase announce today their fifth studio album, Cool I.T Down. The duo also released the Dave Sitek-produced “Spitting O...
Liam Gallagher Unveils New Album 'C'MON YOU KNOW' Plus Live Album 'Down The River Thames'
by Michael Major - May 27, 2022 Liam Gallagher’s first two solo U.K. #1 studio albums – As You Were and Why Me? Why Not. – maximized the potential of a simple formula: team Liam’s era-defining voice up with some collaborators. But third time around and there’s a twist with his new album C’MON YOU KNOW. Today also sees Liam release...
Indie Rock Singer / Songwriter Alpha Cat Releasing EP of Vintage Recordings
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022 Elizabeth McCullough formed the band Alpha Cat to support a notable success with the first Alpha Cat record, Real Boy, which was produced by Fred Smith of Television. But as often happens, the band fell apart after recording the follow up, Pearl Harbor, yet the Alpha Cat name stuck. ...
VIDEO: Japanese Breakfast Performs on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Finale
by Michael Major - May 23, 2022 Over the weekend Japanese Breakfast played Saturday Night Live’s Season 47 finale. Michelle Zauner and her band brought “Be Sweet” and “Paprika” from their GRAMMY nominated 2021 album, Jubilee, to the infamous Studio 8H stage. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!...
My Chemical Romance, The Original Misfits & More to Headline Riot Fest
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022 Notable first-timers for Riot Fest 2022 include beloved indie rockers Yeah Yeah Yeahs; the pivotal goth rock group Bauhaus; a reunited Sunny Day Real Estate; as well as first-time sets from Portugal. The Man, Yungblud, Placebo, Jeff Rosenstock, Lunachicks, The Linda Lindas, and Lucky Boys Confusion....
VIDEO: Female Punk Band The Linda Lindas Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Marissa Tomeo - May 03, 2022 Los Angeles-based, all-female punk band The Linda Lindas performed “Oh!” last night on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Band member Mila De La Garza, at age 11, is also the youngest musical performer in Tonight Show history. The song comes off of their recently released debut album Growing Up...
YEAH YEAH YEAHS Announce NYC & LA Shows Ahead of New Music
by Michael Major - May 02, 2022 Groundbreaking art-punk trio the Yeah Yeah Yeahs have announced NY and LA tour dates this fall. They’ll perform October 1st, 2022 at NYC’s Forest Hills Stadium and October 6th at LA’s Hollywood Bowl. The Yeah Yeahs also announced today that they have signed to Secretly Canadian with new music on the... |