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Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger' Photo Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger'
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 ...


Night Crickets (Feat. Members of Bauhaus, Violent Femmes) Releases 'A Free Society' o Photo Night Crickets (Feat. Members of Bauhaus, Violent Femmes) Releases 'A Free Society' on Vinyl
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 ...


Piers Announces Debut EP IRE Shares 'Dusk' Single Via Variance Photo Piers Announces Debut EP IRE Shares 'Dusk' Single Via Variance
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...


Sweden's Pershagen Share Third Studio Album, 'Hilma' Photo Sweden's Pershagen Share Third Studio Album, 'Hilma'
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...


St. Louis Hip-Hop Artist Save Ferris Releases Latest Single 'Shine' Photo St. Louis Hip-Hop Artist Save Ferris Releases Latest Single 'Shine'
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.'...


Toronto Alt-Rocker HARKNESS Release 'Ciao To The Beauty' Single Photo Toronto Alt-Rocker HARKNESS Release 'Ciao To The Beauty' Single
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 ...


Robin Carolan & Sebastian Gainsborough Collaborate on THE NORTHMAN Soundtrack Photo Robin Carolan & Sebastian Gainsborough Collaborate on THE NORTHMAN Soundtrack
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 ...


Groundation Releases New Single 'Human Race' Photo Groundation Releases New Single 'Human Race'
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...


BWW Album Review: HeArt Songs: An American Medley Makes Classy Regina Zona A Classic Photo BWW Album Review: HeArt Songs: An American Medley Makes Classy Regina Zona A Classic Cabaret Recording Artist
by Stephen Mosher - April 22, 2022

Regina Zona runs the gamut from R to Z on her exciting new cabaret album....


Lenny Bull Reveals 'Vegas' Ahead of 'Strange Vacation' EP Photo Lenny Bull Reveals 'Vegas' Ahead of 'Strange Vacation' EP
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 ...


Montreal Artist Kora Releases 'Chapter 1' From Debut Album 'Azimuth' Photo Montreal Artist Kora Releases 'Chapter 1' From Debut Album 'Azimuth'
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!...


Temple of Shadows Release 'The Hermit' With Justin 'JD' deBlieck & Joel DeMartino Photo Temple of Shadows Release 'The Hermit' With Justin 'JD' deBlieck & Joel DeMartino
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!...


MAncient Releases Healing Album HOLY WARRIORS And Single 'Chakra 10 (Let's Pray)' Photo MAncient Releases Healing Album HOLY WARRIORS And Single 'Chakra 10 (Let's Pray)'
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)'....


The Soraya's Onstage Chamber Music Sessions Return with Two Reimagined 'Four Seasons' Photo The Soraya's Onstage Chamber Music Sessions Return with Two Reimagined 'Four Seasons'
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.  ...


Popster Nano Talrose Is “Falling Deeper” With Release Of New Single & Video Photo Popster Nano Talrose Is “Falling Deeper” With Release Of New Single & Video
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. ...


Bass Trombonist Alix Tucou to Premiere New Album PORTRAITS at Downtown Music Gallery Photo Bass Trombonist Alix Tucou to Premiere New Album PORTRAITS at Downtown Music Gallery
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....


Julie Neff Releases New Single 'A Lot Left To Learn' Photo Julie Neff Releases New Single 'A Lot Left To Learn'
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...


Saimaniq Brings Inuit Throat Singing to the Théâtre Outremont Photo Saimaniq Brings Inuit Throat Singing to the Théâtre Outremont
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....


Lenny Lashley Announces Folk-Punk Album 'Five Great Egrets' Photo Lenny Lashley Announces Folk-Punk Album 'Five Great Egrets'
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...


Homeschool Shares New Single 'The Strangest Thing' Photo Homeschool Shares New Single 'The Strangest Thing'
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!...


BWW CD Review: Melissa Errico Spectacularly Illuminates Film Noir with OUT OF THE DAR Photo BWW CD Review: Melissa Errico Spectacularly Illuminates Film Noir with OUT OF THE DARK: THE FILM NOIR PROJECT
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....


Grand Rapids Symphony Releases New CD With Marcelo Lehninger Photo Grand Rapids Symphony Releases New CD With Marcelo Lehninger
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 ...


Eric Hutchinson Releases 6-Song EP 'SING ALONG!' Photo Eric Hutchinson Releases 6-Song EP 'SING ALONG!'
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...


Between the Echoes Release New Single 'Phantom Limb' Photo Between the Echoes Release New Single 'Phantom Limb'
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 ...


The Soraya's Onstage Chamber Music Sessions Return with Two Reimagined 'Four Seasons' Photo The Soraya's Onstage Chamber Music Sessions Return with Two Reimagined 'Four Seasons'
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.  ...






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