For many years, Siri Neel has felt trapped in a maze, where the path to believing in herself has been anything but straightforward. I’m a Maze is about finally finding the way to embrace all of her sides – the strong and the quirky. I’ll never let you go’ she sings of her vulnerability and …
Nashville, TN – Eclectic folk/roots/rock band Fruition will be performing at Portland’s Wonder Ballroom on October 17th (ticket info). The band is on tour in support of their long-awaited studio album How To Make Mistakes , which was recently released on August 23rd (you can listen HERE). The album has received positive coverage in American Songwriter, Whisky Riff, Americana Highways, Glide Magazine, Twangville, Live for …
Photo credit: Jim Louvau In the realm of alt-pop, Piper Connolly emerges as a fierce innovator, her music a vibrant mélange of introspection and sonic exploration. Hailing from the arid deserts of Phoenix, Arizona, Piper’s journey began with a passion for the unconventional and a determination to forge her own path. Comparisons to industry icons like …
Enigmatic alt-pop artist Tlya X An continues her journey with the release of her new hyper-pop single, ‘Ninja’ on August 28th. Following the acclaimed ‘Mi Mind Unknown,’ Tlya once again takes the reins as director and editor, collaborating with Oliver Whitehouse to deliver a deliciously quirky music video alongside the track. Carried by a driving drumbeat and Tlya X An’s unique, magnetic vocals, this …
Another fantastic surprise from Geiger von Muller… ‘Lowdown, dirty swamp blues throbs’ –Blues in Britain ‘Avant-garde slide maestro’ -It’s Psychedelic Baby Mag Audio single, w B-side psych experimental remix by Xqui:https://geigervon.bandcamp.com/album/radar-truck From latest album ‘Slide Sonatas II.’https://geigervon.bandcamp.com/album/slide-sonatas-ii
Photo credit: Kevin Langlois Pioneering Bronx drill star Kay Flock ends the drought with “Fed Up” featuring Lil Tjay. Listen HERE. The moody, booming track is the rapper’s first official release since his December 2022 deluxe project, The D.O.A. Tape [Care Package]. The new song is a full-circle moment for Kay Flock, whose first big record was as a guest on Lil Tjay’s iconic 2021 hit “Not …
Stevie Wonder shares his new song “Can We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” out now via Republic Records. Listen HERE. It marks his first solo release since 2020. On the track, Wonder trumpets a call for unity embodied in heartfelt lyrics as he asks, “Can we fix our nation’s broken heart? Are we brave enough to try?” Backed by acoustic guitar and a steady beat, …
I love these tunes. Please give them a listen. Ontarians are a supremely creative, extremely talented, and fortuitously vigorous band who have a new album, More How It Is, releasing on September 20, 2024.
On one hand, there’s Melanie – the First Lady of Woodstock, who was indeed the first unaccompanied female performer to set foot on stage that weekend, and one of just two to do so all festival long. And on the other, there’s Cactus, the hard rocking leviathan formed by legendary drummer Carmine Appice in 1969, and whose …
August 30th, 2024 – Chicago’s rising drill rap prodigy STAR BANDZ is back with her latest single and music video for “4 Deep,” out now on Priority/ Capitol Records. The video is directed by Sergio Esparza and Kane Fields and showcases her sharp, fearless lyricism. In case you haven’t heard, STAR BANDZ continues to redefine drill …
Myra Washington’s new track is a refreshing blend of soul and country, infused with her vocal power. With her roots in funk, Washington brings a fresh energy to the country genre, seamlessly blending influences into a vanguard sound that is both familiar and groundbreaking. Born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas, Myra has carved out …
August 30, 2024 – Today, groundbreaking artist, Destroy Lonely, releases his highly anticipated sophomore album, LOVE LASTS FOREVER. The 21-track offering marks a pivotal moment in the Atlanta native’s career, highlighting his growth as both an artist and storyteller. The album features production from Lil 88, Wheezy, KP Beatz, Clayco, CXDY and more, alongside collaborations with Lil Uzi Vert and Opium labelmate, Ken Carson. Additionally, …
Portland-based Pete International Airport presents the new single ‘Sea of Eyes’ featuring vocalist Alexander Hackett of Montreal dream-gaze outfit Pang Attack. This is the first offering from PIA’s new ‘Sea of Eyes’ EP, set for release in November via cult label Little Cloud Records, accompanied by an intriguing shadow-dance video, directed by Francesca Bonci. Pete International Airport revolves around Peter G. Holmström of The Dandy Warhols and Sun Atoms, whose sonic …
LOS ANGELES (August 29, 2024) – Iconic GRAMMY® nominated, multi-platinum electronic supergroup Swedish House Mafia and 16-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Alicia Keys have teamed up to release a reimagined version of Kings of Tomorrow’s timeless classic “Finally” – listen HERE. The remake first came together around 2 years ago and has since gathered worldwide …
(Nashville Tennessee – August 23, 2024) Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ana Cristina Cash has released a powerful new rendition of the impactful Spanish-language song “Patria Y Vida.” The song delves into the deep-seated struggles and hopes of the Cuban people. The track is available for download here, and a visualizer has also been released and is available for viewing here. Co-written by Alexander …
Credit: Harrison Hargrave August 23, 2024 – Today, rising singer/songwriter Evan Honer released a new version of his song “Fighting For” featuring a stunning duet with breakout country star Hailey Whitters. The single arrives on the heels of Honer’s sophomore album Fighting For which dropped earlier this summer and has since earned over 25 million …
Ottawa-via-LA rock/pop artist Jutes releases his newest single, “Vertigo,” today. The track is part of his upcoming sophomore album, Sleepyhead, set for early 2025. With a nostalgic nod to early 2000s pop/punk bands like Deftones and Linkin Park, “Vertigo” starts with a smooth, vibey intro and builds to a powerful, anthemic chorus. Produced by Keith Sorrells …
WATCH HERE (Los Angeles, CA – August 21, 2024) – Singer-songwriter Nige has unleashed the official music video for his latest single, “Don’t Cry.” The visual, finds the Washington, D.C. native reflecting on a bad breakup inside a home once occupied by himself and his former lover. The video chronicles the bad moments that took …
Photographer Credit: Evelyn Freja August 21, 2024: Today, the legendary jazz group The Bad Plus announces their new album Complex Emotions out November 8 via Mack Avenue Records, their first release with the label. They’ve also shared the high-energy first single “French Horns” featuring a ferocious melody that seems to ping-pong from one corner of the room to another. The upcoming release is the boundary-defying …
LISTEN // WATCH: “HE’S GONE” Acoustic country duo and pillars of the Pacific Northwest music scene, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, are thrilled to announce they have signed with Free Dirt Records. “We’re longtime fans of the many stellar Caleb & Reeb projects,” says Jonathan Een Newton, Free Dirt’s General Manager. “Whether it’s the legendary old-time …
Today, Memphis-based rising indie pop duo Isabella&Sebastian return with an electric new single + video, “Lavender.” First premiered via MXDWN, the moody and tender track simmers in an echoing, effervescent glow before its whimsical chorus is broken up by experimental drum lines and a guiding guitar. The song is bursting with yearning and nostalgia as the charm of young heartbreak is …
With “Off My Chest,” JEONA invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences and find the strength to express their true feelings. JEONA explains: “For me, ‘Off My Chest’ is about taking courageous steps towards honesty, even when it’s scary. I’ve been through relationships where I got hurt, and it made it difficult for me …
Frank Turner. Credit: Shannon Shumaker. As he approaches the landmark of his sold out, 3000th show at Alexandra Palace in London, UK on Saturday, February 22, 2025, Frank Turner releases the stunning Stuart Alexander-directed music video for “Somewhere Inbetween,” the latest single to be lifted from his acclaimed new album, Undefeated. “’Somewhere Inbetween’ is one of my favourite songs from …
Renowned Colombian singer and rapper Goyo is back with her latest single and music video, “Saltas por Mí.” This vibrant afrobeat track, a collaboration with Cartagena artist Luister La Voz, celebrates the power of love and reconciliation. Produced by Slow Mike and Dj Tra, and written by Goyo and Luister La Voz, “Saltas por Mí” …
Back with no shortage of energy, rising Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Chase Shakur shares a kinetic new single entitled “Passenger Seat Princess” out now via Def Jam Recordings. Listen—HERE. Rapid-fire snaps set the pace for the track, racing through a shimmering synth loop. As the momentum builds, he flexes his dynamic delivery punctuated by sky-high falsetto. In between carrying the hypnotic …
GRAMMY®-nominated multIplatinum artist Big Sean teams up with The Alchemist and releases new single and music video “Together Forever” from his forthcoming sixth studio album Better Me Than You (Def Jam Recordings). Listen HERE and watch HERE. Lyrically, Sean opens the track talking about how he handles the pressures of his day-to-day life and the people who help him maintain his mental clarity. He keeps it blunt from …
This video will put a smile on your face. This is a cover of the Stadler Bros. “Flowers on the Wall.” Please note that this vid has 858,000 views, a testament to it’s instant likability. This old country tune was brought back into popular culture by the soundtrack to Quentin Tarantino’s fascinating 1994 film, “Pulp …
London-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist Maya Delilah has released “Look At The State Of Me Now,” the lead single from her forthcoming debut album due out next year via Blue Note/Capitol. The poignant new song is a collaboration with Aquilo’s Ben Fletcher and Tom Higham who co-wrote, produced, and recorded the song in their London studio with Maya on guitar and vocals, …
Today, rising singer/songwriter Mina Okabe returns with her euphoric new single “Strong.” Out now via Capitol Records, “Strong” spotlights the Danish-Japanese star’s talent for dreaming up perfectly breezy pop songs with true emotional depth. Stream “Strong” via Capitol Records HERE. The second song released from her forthcoming album, “Strong” finds Okabe joining forces with multi-platinum hitmaker Leroy Clampitt — a two-time GRAMMY® nominated producer/songwriter who’s worked with superstars like Dua …
Today, legendary MC Talib Kweli and fellow Black Star veteran J. Rawls have shared a new single “Native Sons.” The new track comes ahead of a new collaborative album from the two Hip Hop greats, The Confidence Of Knowing, out September 13 via Javotti Media and Fat Beats Distribution. Like many of their peers, Talib Kweli and J. Rawls have been heavily influenced by the Native Tongues crew …