Norwegian/Scottish duo amilost return from summer holidays in fighting trim, waging ‘Tiny War’

Photo Credit: Kane Layland Following last June’s ‘Bloom’, their first single on tastemaker label Icons Creating Evil Art, the new single and emotional epic ‘Tiny War’ is a return to the sound that created amilost and is the second installment from their upcoming sophomore EP. Perpetuating the theme of relationships and their termination, as evidenced …

“Crash Out” – Rayne Storm ft. Lil Wayne & Nola Layne

Rayne Storm, Lil Wayne and Nola Layne team up for the aggressive warning track “Crash Out“. Rayne and Wayne deliver heavy hitting bars over a Wsyhmaster produced beat while emphasizing what they are willing to do to their ops but attempting to restrain themselves from.  The track is about holding back from doing things that will destroy you or cause you to “Crash Out” while …

Sophie Jamieson Announces New Album, ‘I still want to share’: Releases Single, “I don’t know what to save”

Credit: Tatjana Rüegsegger  London-based songwriter Sophie Jamieson today announces the release of her highly anticipated second album, I still want to share, due out January 17, 2025 via Bella Union. Co-produced in London by Sophie Jamieson with the Grammy Award-winning Guy Massey (known for his work with Spiritualized, Manic Street Preachers, as well as remastering The Beatles’ back-catalogue), the new collection presents a deeply personal …

Human Potential announces new album I Write Wedding Songs out November 15: Stream new single “Clear Notes For A New National Anthem”

photo credit: Daniel Roland Tierney Stream: “Clear Notes For A New National Anthem” on Bandcamp or All Streaming Platforms Human Potential, the musical project of Andrew Becker, is set to release their anticipated new album, I Write Wedding Songs, on November 15, via What Delicate Recordings. The album is available for pre-order now. Today, the band is thrilled to share the lead single, “Clear Notes For A New National …

Pijamapaul’s “La Buena Suerte” – A Captivating Blend of Latin Indie Pop, Dreamy Harmonies and 70s Swedish Cinema

“La Buena Suerte” by Pijamapaul is a vibrant exploration of destiny and renewal, recorded in the serene backdrop of the Irati Forest. This track masterfully blends organic Latin-Indie pop with tropical textures and bright arrangements, infused with harmonies reminiscent of Alternative music, Dream-pop, and Afro-pop. The lyrics navigate life’s challenges with a humorous and optimistic lens, …

Quavo, Ty Dolla $ign, and ARE WE DREAMING Unveil Official Video For “If I Fall”

Music from the Motion Picture TRANSFORMERS ONE September 17, 2024 (Los Angeles, CA) – Quavo, Ty Dolla $ign, and ARE WE DREAMING (Composer – Brian Tyler) – roll out the official music video for their resilient anthem, “If I Fall,” for Paramount Animation and Hasbro Entertainment’s upcoming motion picture TRANSFORMERS ONE – watch HERE. Directed by Brian Tyler (ARE WE DREAMING) and DJ Furth, the epic …

MY MORNING JACKET UNVEIL NEW SONG, “AREN’T WE ONE?”

Photo Credit: Danny Clinch My Morning Jacket has announced today’s premiere of “Aren’t We One?” a powerful new anthem available now via ATO Records. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winner Brendan O’Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam), the track was co-written by My Morning Jacket’s Jim James and Bo Koster with Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull. LISTEN TO “AREN’T WE ONE?” “Music is the invisible architecture holding up the …

Lexa Gates Announces Her Highly Anticipated Label Debut Album “Elite Vessel”

CREDIT: @gaptoothshorty September 16, 2024 – Today, rising rapper and singer Lexa Gates announces the release of her highly anticipated debut album, Elite Vessel, set to drop on October 18th. Reflecting on the project, Lexa shares, “Elite Vessel is more than just a title; it’s a manifestation of everything I’m striving to become. I am the vessel, and this album represents …

Sean Thompson’s Weird Ears Lets Go of The Ego on New Album ‘Head In The Sand’ Out February 7: Honors His Late Pup On New Single “Roll On Buddy” 

Photographer Credit: Jackie Lee Young September 17, 2024 – Today, “guitarist extraordinaire” (Nashville Scene) Sean Thompson announces Head In The Sand, a new record from Sean Thompson’s Weird Ears that will be released on February 7 via Ears Over America/Missing Piece Records. He also shared the first single from the project, “Roll On Buddy”, a warm and ebullient ode to his dog who …

“Popera” Sensation Cassandra Reclaims Feminine Power in New Single “Carmen”

Nashville, TN (September 16, 2024) – Rising pop star and classically trained opera singer Cassandra is proud to announce the release of her latest single, “Carmen.” Blending her signature vocal prowess with modern pop sensibilities, the song delivers a fresh take on the iconic opera character, flipping the narrative on female independence. Drawing inspiration from Bizet’s legendary …

CHELSEA CUTLER & JEREMY ZUCKER ANNOUNCE ‘Brent Forever: THE TOUR’

Photo Credit: Stefan Kohli NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2024 – Last week, Multi-Platinum singers, songwriters, and producers Chelsea Cutler and Jeremy Zucker announced their highly-anticipated upcoming full-length album, brent iii, will be released on November 1st. The album was introduced by their new single, “black & white,” out now; and today, the duo reveals they will be embarking on their …

Die So Fluid enters “Dispute”: ‘Skin Hunger’ out soon

Hard rock aficionados, brace yourselves! DIE SO FLUID, the powerhouse trio known for their ferocious sound and dynamic stage presence, are back with a bang. Today, the band is thrilled to announce the release of their incendiary new single “Dispute,” accompanied by a mesmerizing lyric video. This release paves the way for their much-anticipated upcoming album, Skin …

Food Deserts and Universal Basic Income: How Phil Knight and 1803 Fund Can Help North and East Portlanders, by Mark Erickson

Photo Credit The September 11, 2024, business section of the New York Times bore the front-page headline: “Only One Supermarket Is Left.” Here is an update on an EPB feature about Phil Knight’s money. The money spawned 1803 Fund . The first paragraph within this sparse homepage declared: 1803 Fund seeks to grow shared prosperity, …

SEATTLE’S HIGHWAY DROPS ATMOSPHERIC ‘DREAM SODA’

Seattle’s emerging rap artist Highway has unveiled his latest single and video for “Dream Soda” directed by Noahsocold under Victor Victor Worldwide/Geffen Records, accompanied by a captivating music video. Building on the success of his previous hits like “Self Love” and “freestyle 2 (Ganger Flo),” this new release adds another standout track to his impressive …

Italy’s THE PEAWEES Bring Back Rock ‘N’ Roll With Their Explosive New Album “One Ride”

Six years after Italian rock ‘n’ roll band The Peawees gave us their critically acclaimed album “Moving Target,” they’ve finally returned with their 7th studio album, One Ride. Their new platter appears worldwide on digital and vinyl formats via Wild Honey Records on September 6th, 2024 with exclusive license to Folc Records in Spain and Spaghetty …

Natalie Jane Won’t Stop Until She Reaches “The Top”

Photo Credit: Hannah De Vries New Single Heavily Featured in Netflix’s Film Uglies Sick to my Stomach EP Out September 27 Watch “The Top” Music Video HERE With no sign of slowing down, Natalie Jane drops her earthquaking, triumphant single “The Top” – the latest taste of her forthcoming Sick to my Stomach EP, out September 27 via Capitol Music Group / 10K Projects. …

Wilder Woods Announces Multifarious New Album ‘Curioso’ and releases “Hide Anymore” and “Devil In My Eyes”

Wilder Woods, the moniker of singer/songwriter/guitarist Bear Rinehart of GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling group NEEDTOBREATHE, has announced the forthcoming release of his new album Curioso. Due out in early 2025 through Dualtone Records, Curioso unapologetically explores all the curious corners of Rinehart’s sound, powered by his genre-bending approach to anthemic American music. Rinehart also shared today the first peek at the album with …

Pink Floyd, Jon Roger Band, revolution and “Latin American Idiot”

The alternative/punk rock sound of Jon Roger Band emerged in 2024, featuring vocalist Lucas Poltronieri, composer Carone Netto, and music producer and multi-instrumentalist “Cachalote”. The band’s name pays homage to two iconic musicians: David “Jon” Gilmour and George “Roger” Waters. This tribute mirrors the way Roger Keith (Syd Barrett) named Pink Floyd, drawing inspiration from …

BAD ASTRONAUT RETURNS WITH NEW ALBUM UNTETHERED – OUT NOVEMBER 8TH WITH NEW SINGLE, “GREY SUITS,”  NOW STREAMING ON ALL PLATFORMS

Photo by:  Chipper Cavendish Bad Astronaut is set to release their latest work, Untethered, on November 8th. This album offers a fresh take on their classics, peeling back layers to reveal the unfiltered core of each song. Let ‘Grey Suits’ pull you in—an atmospheric first single now streaming everywhere music lives. Grab your pre-order of Untethered, featuring nine tracks, and check out the …

“Lamb” by After The Encounter is a memory-expanding retro excursion that defies time and gravity

With raw energy and intense riffs, this song guarantees to spark an adrenaline rush that might just leave your dorm room guitar in pieces. After The Encounter’s signature sound blends influences from 70s fusion jazz to 90s grunge, creating a musical experience that’s both nostalgic and fresh. After The Encounter is a 4-piece band from …

CAROLINE ROMANO TAGS NEW SINGLE, “BODY BAG”

Nashville-based alt-pop singer and songwriter Caroline Romano shares her new single, “Body Bag,” out on all streaming platforms today.Produced by and co-written with Danen Reed Rector (Charlotte Sands, Boys Like Girls, Betty Who), “Body Bag” is a song about growing up and coming to terms with the harsh realities of life.  On “Body Bag,” Caroline’s dreamy indie-pop vocals float …

Michael Mayo Explores Mortality on Contemplative and Striking New Single “Bag of Bones”

Credit: Lauren Desberg Sept. 10, 2024 – Today, Los Angeles-based vocalist, composer and songwriter Michael Mayo has shared “Bag of Bones”, the contemplative and striking new single from his upcoming album Fly, out October 4 via Mack Avenue Records / Artistry Music. Over shimmering jazz production that ebbs and flows, “Bag of Bones” finds Mayo exploring the concept of life and death, and …

FRIDAYY SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “BADDEST IN THE ROOM” CO-STARRING LL COOL J

September 6, 2024 –  Today, R&B singer/songwriter Fridayy shares a new cinematic music video for his latest single “Baddest In The Room.” The GRAMMY Award-nominated multi platinum sensation pays homage to the 1988 Eddie Murphy classic Coming To America with cameos from hip-hop legend LL Cool J. Watch HERE. Listen to “Baddest In The Room” HERE. Directed by …

Conner Youngblood Releases New LP ‘Cascades, Cascading, Cascadingly’

Sept. 6, 2024 – Today, Nashville-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Conner Youngblood has released his highly-anticipated new album Cascades, Cascading, Cascadingly via Missing Piece Records. Garnering early praise from FLOOD Magazine, Under The Radar and more, Cascades, Cascading, Cascadingly is a dreamy series of meditations steeped in desire and yearning, loneliness and loss, exhilaration and escape. Youngblood has been named WNXP’s Artist of the Month for September and shared …

“INTO THE LIGHT,” A NEW SINGLE BY INDIGENOUS CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN MUSIC ARTIST, SOLANGE LEGAL, RELEASES TODAY

(Port Coquitlam, BC – Sept 6, 2024) — Solange Legal’s second single, “Into the Light,” is like the next chapter in a gripping story, showing the transition from struggle and darkness to relief and light.  When asked about her singles the artist thoughtfully responded, “I Surrender” came out first because it echoes how God always …