Latest Articles About The Listener on ion TELEVISION![]() by Michael Major - May 17, 2022 Philly-based Friendship recently announced their signing to Merge Records, and today they are excited to reveal that they will release their first album for the label. Titled Love the Stranger, the LP was co-produced by the band and Bradford Krieger. It will be available on CD, LP, and opaque “blue ... ![]() by Michael Major - July 25, 2022 Together with bandmates Victor DeLorenzo (Violent Femmes) and multi-instrumentalist/artist Darwin Meiners, Night Crickets are excited for the format. A member of iconic post-punk bands Bauhaus and Love & Rockets, David J embraces the format, especially when it comes to this release. Order the vinyl ... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - March 04, 2022 The debut EP from Piers, Ire, is a startlingly clear work of emotional tenderness crafted from essential elements. These five works of instrumental piano ambience are brief but impactful, showcasing the artist's deeply felt appreciation for melodies that cut close to the bone. Ire leaves a mark on t... ![]() by Marissa Tomeo - May 01, 2022 Pershagen launch their third studio full-length ‘Hilma’. The Swedish quartet delve deeper into their very own niche of dreamy and cinematic instrumental music on the new album. Throughout ‘Hilma’, psychedelic rock intertwines with post-rock, and Scandinavian gloominess melts into colorful moments of... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - August 16, 2022 St. Louis recording artist, producer & independent label founder Save Ferris, relives his rebellious younger years riddled with substance abuse, emotionally unavailable relationships, and finding the silver lining through very dark flaws in his fifth single, 'Shine.'... ![]() by Michael Major - June 17, 2022 The solo artist from Toronto, Canada delivers a full-bodied soundscape full of rich instrumentation, yesteryear nods, and forward-motion music of the future. The title track from Harkness’ forthcoming album, “Ciao To The Beauty” dips and ducks around 60s flair while incorporating modern alternative ... ![]() by Michael Major - April 12, 2022 Composers Robin Carolan (Tri Angle records) and Sebastian Gainsborough (Vessel) were given a task of epic proportions when director Rob Eggers (The VVitch, The Lighthouse) asked them to create the soundtrack for his ambitious and highly anticipated new film The Northman. The film features Alexander ... ![]() by Michael Major - March 02, 2022 Last month, the groundbreaking band, led by vocalist/guitarist Harrison Stafford, unveiled their first single from the upcoming album, 'Original Riddim,' featuring guest vocals from the legendary roots harmony groups ISRAEL VIBRATION and THE ABYSSINIANS. Today, Groundation presents “Human Race,” the... ![]() by Stephen Mosher - April 22, 2022 Regina Zona runs the gamut from R to Z on her exciting new cabaret album.... ![]() by Michael Major - September 15, 2022 Lenny Bull has had a fascinating trajectory; from a ballet dancer, a country singer (Torero), to rocker. Recalling the power and pop-rock poise of Chrissie Hynde with guitar-centric rock that’s fun and infectious on one hand, biting and hard-edged on another. Strange Vacation follows her 2019 debut ... ![]() by Michael Major - March 09, 2022 The first chapter ‘Nord’ is inspired by many childhood days spent deep in the Boreal woodlands of Quebec, and it brings together a beautiful collection of lush ambient pieces and atmospheric, winter-inspired songs. Listen to the five new tracks now!... ![]() by Michael Major - December 27, 2021 Introducing TEMPLE OF SHADOWS, the new band featuring long time friends, Justin ‘JD’ deBlieck (Ex-Ice Nine Kills) and Joel DeMartino (Moonstriker). The band has released their new single 'The Hermit' to all major platforms! Listen to the new single now!... ![]() by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 13, 2022 mAncient is back with a new album entitled 'Holy Warriors' as well as a brand new, hot-out-of-the-oven collaborative single 'Chakra 10 (Let's Pray)'.... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - December 14, 2021 The Soraya's intimate Onstage Chamber Music Sessions kicks off its 2022 season on Friday, January 21 with a performance showcasing the talents of current Artist-in-Residence, violinist Etienne Gara and Delirium Musicum, an ensemble known for its fearless interpretations of classical and new music. ... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - November 04, 2021 It might be Nano Talrose 'falling deeper,' but it's you, the listener, drowning in the delicate beauty of the emotive indie artist's latest single and video - available now. ... ![]() by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2022 After a successful premiere in Italy, french Bass Trombonist Alix Tucou will return to NYC to premiere his new album 'Portraits' on May 3rd at the legendary record store Downtown Music Gallery at 7.30 pm.... ![]() by Michael Major - October 11, 2022 Featuring heartfelt productions promoting self-love and emotional availability, she hosts a spectrum of talented musicians and instrumentalists. “A Lot Left To Learn” features Neff’s close friend Tiz McNamara (background vocals) and Irish musician Dylan O’hEochaid (piano, cello, and background vocal... ![]() by Stephi Wild - October 21, 2022 Oktoecho invites the public to immerse in Inuit culture, with their concert Saimaniq, which means Peace in Inuktitut, at the Théâtre Outremont on October 29th at 8pm.... ![]() by Michael Major - August 03, 2022 Folksinger and punk rock stalwart Lenny Lashley will be releasing a collection of new songs titled Five Great Egrets under the moniker Lenny Lashley’s Gang of One later this year via Omerta MIA. Brooklyn Vegan recently unveiled his lead single “It Got So Dark” describing it as “an anthemic, shamboli... ![]() by Michael Major - April 08, 2022 Homeschool (the solo project of musician Tom D'Agustino, formerly of Active Bird Community) shares a brand new single entitled 'The Strangest Thing,' alongside an accompanying music video. The track comes off his next EP, Homeschool: Book II. Watch the new music video now!... ![]() by Stephen Mosher - February 18, 2022 Available today as a CD and as a live show (for two nights), the new Melissa Errico creation is a lush and lovely look at the black velvet of film noir.... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2022 The Grand Rapids Symphony has announced the release of a new CD of the orchestra’s performances. Featuring music by Richard Strauss and Villa-Lobos, all the music was performed and recorded with live audiences at DeVos Performance Hall featuring the Grand Rapids Symphony conducted by Music Director ... ![]() by Michael Major - August 05, 2022 SING ALONG! with Eric Hutchinson is the artist’s eighth studio release and his first new work since the fierce global reckoning with racism that was illuminated by the historic actions of the Black Lives Matter movement. “The Littlest Candle” and “Hey Look I Found It! (My Inner Peace)” are joyful tr... ![]() by Michael Major - July 08, 2022 Ohio newcomers Between The Echoes have unleashed their new video/single “Phantom Limb” featuring Anberlin’s Stephen Christian. The video for “Phantom Limb” was directed by Jake Bonham. The track was written by Chad William, Katie Jean, Marvin Albert, and Stephen Christian. Watch the new music video ... ![]() by A.A. Cristi - December 14, 2021 The Soraya's intimate Onstage Chamber Music Sessions kicks off its 2022 season on Friday, January 21 with a performance showcasing the talents of current Artist-in-Residence, violinist Etienne Gara and Delirium Musicum, an ensemble known for its fearless interpretations of classical and new music. ... |