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Last Dinosaurs Announce Second Transmission 'KYO'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2024 On the heels of new song “N.P.D” which dropped last month, “Keys” continues the story of an egocentric main character as embodied by Lach. Fast-paced tempos and otherworldly guitars lure listeners into a sci-fi dystopian dreamworld that unfurls on the track and throughout the rest of KYO....
What Does It Take to Make an Original Broadway Cast Recording?
by Caitlin Hornik - July 15, 2024 BroadwayWorld spoke to several individuals and executives who played integral roles in the making of two original Broadway cast recordings of musicals that opened during the 2023-2024 season, Lempicka and The Great Gatsby. These creatives shed light on the behind-the-scenes processes and layers of w...
National Philharmonic Reveals 2023-2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2023 National Philharmonic (NatPhil) announced its 2023-2024 Season, which includes six classical programs conducted by Music Director Piotr Gajewski, one classical concert led by guest conductor Jeri Lynne Johnson, and two choral performances presented in partnership with The Washington Chorus (TWC) and...
What Does It Take to Make an Original Broadway Cast Recording?
by Caitlin Hornik - July 15, 2024 BroadwayWorld spoke to several individuals and executives who played integral roles in the making of two original Broadway cast recordings of musicals that opened during the 2023-2024 season, Lempicka and The Great Gatsby. These creatives shed light on the behind-the-scenes processes and layers of w...
The Close Releases New Single and Music Video 'Coming To Break Your Heart'
by Blair Ingenthron - September 01, 2023 Indie-Americana vocal band The Close have released their new single and music video, 'Coming to Break Your Heart.' Composed of Shannon Walker, Lori J Rowton, and James McKinney, The Close is a vocal band blending Americana, contemporary folk, roots, and country, all infused with a great pop sensibil...
Montréal's Diamond Day Release New Track 'Come Over Here'
by Michael Major - September 13, 2023 UPCOMING ALBUM to feature contributions from Jorge Elbrecht (Sky Ferreira, Japanese Breakfast), L'Isle (Ariane Brunet), Elijah Marrett-Hitch (Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa), Kenny Gilmore (Ariel Pink, Weyes Blood), and Philip Shaw-Bova (Angel Olsen, Bahamas). Watch the music video for the new single now!...
Seranation Release New Single 'Not Today'
by Michael Major - March 01, 2024 The band is set to perform at Reggae Rise Up Florida alongside Slightly Stoopid, Iration, Yelawolf, and more. The band wrote the initial melody and lyrics for “Not Today” in less than a day, and eventually teamed up with Grammy nominated producer/ engineer Josh Saldate (Mammoth WVH, Alterbridge, Sev...
Review: THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Symphony's Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - August 17, 2023 What did our critic think of THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Syphony's Rady Shell? The only empty seats at the Rady Shell's high-energy Gipsy Kings concert were the hundreds unoccupied while their associated booties were swaying in the aisles below waving arms. Nicolas Reyes sang 'Quiero Saber' to ...
Dub Pistols Release Dark Reggae, Dub & Ska Single 'Moving On' ft MC & DJ Natty Campbell
by Michael Major - February 15, 2023 Legendary party-starters Dub Pistols release their new single “Moving On” featuring MC and D.J. Natty Campbell. After announcing their forthcoming album Frontline through Cyclone Records, this notorious touring band are carrying the summer atmosphere into these winter months with their infamous blen...
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Pulsates at Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - July 19, 2023 Now at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa through July 23, 2023, the musical is mostly engaging and passionately performed. But a chaotic, sped-through first act only provides brief vignettes of a challenging life. The better second act focuses on Ms. Turner's comeback, concluding with a m...
1999 Write the Future Releases 'Light Rails' Ft. Rick Ross & Rich Brian From Forthcoming Project
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024 “LiGhT rAiLs” is a reunion for Rich Brian and Rick Ross, who previously collaborated on “Run It” alongside DJ Snake for the soundtrack of Marvel Studios' film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. On the new track, they continue to build rapport exchanging fun, hard-hitting bars set to an infec...
K.Flay Reveals New EP + 2025 Tour; First Songs Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - October 15, 2024 Multi-platinum and 2x GRAMMY-nominee K.Flay is set to release I’m Making Friends With The Silence EP on November 12, 2024. Listen to two tracks now!...
Wilderado Set to Join Mt. Joy on August 9th at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
by Josh Sharpe - July 11, 2024 Tulsa, Oklahoma's Wilderado will be joining Mt. Joy on August 9th for a show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO. The news of the show comes as the band gets ready to hit the road again on July 19th and gears up for the release of their new full-length studio album Talker – due out September 2...
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Pulsates at Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - July 19, 2023 Now at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa through July 23, 2023, the musical is mostly engaging and passionately performed. But a chaotic, sped-through first act only provides brief vignettes of a challenging life. The better second act focuses on Ms. Turner's comeback, concluding with a m...
Full Cast Announced For ALONE- A NEW MUSICAL At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2023 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club , presents Taylor Iman Jones, Zach Noah Piser, and more in Alone: A New Musical by John Ertman and Joseph Mathusek on May 21, 2023. ...
Review: Amy Irving Sings & Tells Stories Of How She Was BORN IN A TRUNK At City Winery
by Bobby Patrick - April 11, 2023 All in all, though, for her first time being shot out of a musical cannon, performing her own show in the singer spotlight in the HUGE (and packed) City Winery, Ms. Amy Irving landed on her feet and brought a lot of joy to the assembled parties....
Mondo Cozmo Drops Slow Burn Single 'Killing Floor'
by Josh Sharpe - August 07, 2024 Mondo Cozmo — the enigmatic musical force who commanded notoriety and critical acclaim with album, Plastic Soul and number one single “Shine,” released a slow burn, indie rock epic single “Killing Floor.” Listen to the song now!...
Jordana Releasing New Album 'Lively Premonition;' Shares Lead Single
by Josh Sharpe - August 06, 2024 23-year-old Maryland-raised and LA-based songwriter Jordana has announced her vibrant new record, Lively Premonition, which will be released on October 18. Made throughout 2023 with producer Emmett Kai, Lively Premonition focuses on crumbling relationships, a newfound sobriety, finding a place in a ...
Video: Watch Finn Wolfhard-Directed Video for 'Set The Stage' From Lunar Vacation's New Album
by Josh Sharpe - June 17, 2024 Decatur, GA-based band Lunar Vacation have revealed their fearless sophomore album will be coming later this year. Ahead of the album, Lunar Vacation habe shared the album’s lead single “Set The Stage” alongside its music video directed by actor and musician Finn Wolfhard. Watch the video now!...
BWW Q&A: Betsy Wolfe on CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' at the Pasadena POPS
by Joshua Wright - August 21, 2024 For the Pasadena POPS August 24th California Dreamin' concert, Betsy Wolfe will be singing songs from her home state along with Hugh Panaro, and conducted by Principal Pops Conductor, Michael Feinstein....
Royal Blood Announce Extensive U.S. Tour in Support of New Album 'Back to the Water Below'
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023 In the wake of last week’s new album and single announcement, the mighty Royal Blood reveal an extensive US tour in support of their forthcoming album Back To The Water Below. Spotify pre-sale begins tomorrow, May 31 at 10:00AM local time. Venue pre-sales begin on June 1 at 10:00AM local time. Check...
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'....
Dark Below Release New Single 'Make Believe' & Announce Tour Dates with Rehab and Scotty Austin
by Michael Major - June 21, 2023 The song features a massive, wall of sound vibe – Thanks to producer Malcolm Springer (Matchbox 20, Collective Soul, Fear Factory, Josey Scott). The song was recorded at East Iris Studios in Nashville, TN. The band is influenced by Chevelle, Breaking Benjamin, and 10 Years – and that heavy alterna...
Remastered Deluxe Reissue Of The Cranberries 'To The Faithful Departed' Released
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023 In this deluxe reissue, the original album has been remastered by John Davis at Metropolis. Available in its original configuration as 1LP, an expanded 2LP set, and a 3CD set (whose tracklisting the digital version mirrors), To The Faithful Departed deluxe editions contain an abundance of bonus trac...
Interview: Bill Medley on THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS Farewell and Whether There's a Jukebox Musical in his Future
by R. Scott Reedy - August 21, 2024 For six decades, Bill Medley – who will bring the Righteous Brothers Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour to the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis on August 23 and the South Shore Music Circus in Cohasset on August 24 – has reached generations of fans with his singular bass-baritone voice and “blue-eyed soul”... |