Logan Lynn Drops 'To Be Of Use' From New Album 'SOFTCORE'
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024
Discover the upcoming album SOFTCORE by Logan Lynn, releasing on Kill Rock Stars. The album includes a unique cover of Bill Callahan's 'To Be Of Use'. Stay tuned for the single and video. Watch the new video for the single now!
High Llamas Release New Single 'Toriafan' Featured On Upcoming LP 'Hey Panda'
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
Along with Fryars production twists, the record's wide reach is aided by the aforementioned guest vocalists, including two co-writes from Bonnie “Prince” Billy (who bonded with Sean over a shared love of gospel soul during writing sessions). With Hey Panda, Sean's production procedural has evolved past the upgrades.
The High Llamas to Debut First Album in Eight Years 'Hey Panda' in March
by Michael Major - Nov 28, 2023
This marks the return of The High Llamas - the longstanding musical project of acclaimed songwriter/producer/arranger Sean O'Hagan - who have announced their 11th studio album, Hey Panda, for release via Drag City. In conjunction, the group has released the title-track single, along with a video from director Simon Russell.
Frost Children Announce New Album 'Hearth Room'
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023
Self recorded this Spring in a cabin in the Poconos Mountains, and mixed by Al Carlson (Oneohtrix Point Never, Jessica Pratt, Laurel Halo) in Brooklyn, New York, at first listen the new project can still feel chaotically uneasy, albeit in a way that feels whittled down to the band’s emotional core. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
Chicago Supergroup Trio Black Duck Sign to Thrill Jockey
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2023
McCombs is known for his work in Tortoise and Brokeback, as well as for his project Brokeback and as a touring musician for the likes of The Sea and Cake and Chris Forsyth, amongst many others. MacKay and Rumback previously played together in Darts & Arrows and have each released collaborative albums with Ryley Walker.
Beck Announces Special Guests Robert Forster & Gena Rose Bruce For Australian Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2023
With his Palais Theatre, Melbourne, show on Monday 3 April almost sold-out and Sydney's Aware Super Theatre on Thursday 6 April selling fast, fans of multi-platinum Grammy-winner Beck are set for two magical evenings when the iconic US songwriter returns to Australia soon for his first live performances down under in five years.
Hamish Hawk Releases New Album 'Angel Numbers'
by Michael Major - Feb 3, 2023
Each track on Angel Numbers feels like its own world. There are allusions to Leonard Cohen, Karen Carpenter, David Hockney, Dylan Thomas and Britt Ekland and that’s just on the first song, the gloriously panoramic “Once Upon An Acid Glance.” On “Elvis Lookalike Shadows,” listeners are granted a visitation from Presley in his ’68 Comeback special.
VIDEO: HBO Max Releases HEAD OF THE CLASS Reboot Trailer
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2021
Head of the Class revolves around a group of overachieving high school students who meet their greatest challenge — a teacher, Alicia Gomez (Isabella Gomez – “One Day at a Time”), who wants them to focus less on grades and more on experiencing life. Watch the trailer for the new series now!
Future Crib Shares New Bedroom Pop Track 'BG'
by TV News Desk - Jul 27, 2021
The band has also announced a slate of tour dates that include shows with Illiterate Light and Briston Maroney, as well as a performance at Treefort Music Fest in Boise, ID.
Jim White And Marisa Anderson Announce Debut Collaboration THE QUICKENING
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 11, 2020
Drummer Jim White and guitarist Marisa Anderson have announced their debut collaborative album The Quickening, out May 15th. The Quickening's first single 'The Lucky' speaks to the album's spontaneity, featuring an acoustic guitar Anderson picked up outside of Mexico City from a local luthier ahead of recording, on a whim. The duo will be touring the U.S. west and east coast throughout May and June, and plan to tour Europe in late 2020.
Independent Venue Week Announces First Round of 2019 US Shows, Additional Venues
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 8, 2019
Returning for its second US edition July 8-14, 2019, Independent Venue Week, with Eventbrite and Songtrust returning as sponsors, has announced its first round of shows, including performances by DIY star Soccer Mommy at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Pittsburgh and The Broadberry in Richmond, New Zealand indie rock upstarts The Beths at Indianapolis' HI-FI, and Welsh experimental songwriter Cate Le Bon at The Crocodile in Seattle.
Third Man Records Releases Live LPs From WHY? and Bill Callahan
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 9, 2018
Today, Third Man Records is excited to release the two newest LPs from its Live At Third Man Records series, in which an artist records a performance live-to-tape in Third Man's famed Blue Room in Nashville. These new entries come courtesy of WHY? and Bill Callahan, and both of them are now available digitally and on 12' LP. WHY? Live At Third Man Records is now available HERE, and Bill Callahan Live At Third Man Records can be found HERE. Listen to WHY?'s 'Gnashville' from the LP HERE, and find Bill Callahan's 'Jim Cain' HERE.
POP Montreal Announces Final Wave of Artists Including SOPHIE, CupcakKe, Zola Jesus, and More
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 13, 2018
Recognized for its top quality programming and multidisciplinary focus, POP Montreal announces its complete program, spanning 5 days of music, art, talks, cinema, and creativity of all kinds from September 26th to 30th, 2018
POP Montreal Announces First Wave of Artists Including SOPHIE, Wanda Jackson, Wolf Parade, JPEGMAFIA, & More
by Macon Prickett - May 23, 2018
POP Montreal announces its first wave of musical talent for 2018. This year, the festival runs from September 26th to 30th. As always, the non-profit, artist-centric international music festival prioritizes diversity and creativity when selecting the inspiring collective of local and international artists. Deeply rooted in its local community, POP Montreal is proud to continue to deliver a festival of discovery for all who seek a refreshing preview of the underground arts and culture scene.
Clubbed Thumb Announces Full Line-Up for 2018 SUMMERWORKS Festival
by Julie Musbach - Mar 5, 2018
Five-time Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb (Maria Striar, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Bulger, Associate Artistic Director) is proud to announce the line-up for SUMMERWORKS, its annual series of new plays. Now in its 23rd season, SUMMERWORKS will run May 19 through June 30 at The Wild Project (195 E 3rd Street) in Manhattan, and will feature productions of three new plays: TIN CAT SHOES by Trish Harnetiaux and directed by Knud Adams; WILDER GONE by Angela Hanks; and PLANO by Will Arbery and directed by Taylor Reynolds.
THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI Soundtrack Highpoint is Amy Annelle's BUCKSKIN STALLION BLUES Comeback
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 28, 2017
THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI is a darkly comedic drama from Oscarwinning director Martin McDonagh. In the film, Mildred Hayes -- played by Oscar winner Frances McDormand - frustrated by the lack of results in police investigation of her daughter's murder, commissions roadside billboards directed at the local chief of police William Willoughby, played by Woody Harrelson. Just hitting theaters now, Three Billboard Outside Ebbing, Missouri is already being critically acclaimed by the New York Times, Washington Post and the New Yorker among other outlets.