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OBLIVION
Genre: Classical
"...Aylward’s score for four voices, backed by viola, cello, double bass, electric guitar and electronics. Notes by Dan Lippel, who performs the electric guitar part, call the score “beguiling and mysterious … virtuosically intertwining spoken and sung texts with angular figures in the instruments. … The closing material in the ensemble has an ethereal and disembodied ambience, as if the musical figures themselves are circles in Purgatory.”..."
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LA MADRUGá
Genre: Indie
"...La Madrugá is a transcendental Afro-Caribbean offering by artist and composer Yasser Tejeda that hopes to honor both the ancestors and allies who have challenged the times by immersing themselves in the study, preservation, and exaltation of their African roots. ..."
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STEPHEN CURRY: UNDERRATED SOUNDTRACK
Genre: Hip Hop/Rap
"...Today Platoon releases Tobe Nwigwe’s new single ‘Lil Fish, Big Pond,’ from the upcoming Apple Original Film and A24 documentary, “Stephen Curry: Underrated.” The single is now available to stream on all major DSPs. ..."
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BLAME IT ALL ON LOVE
Genre: Indie
"...On Poolside’s fourth studio album Blame It All On Love, Paradise leaves the shallows and enters the depths of his own creative voice. Its 11 tracks are funky, soulful, laidback and full of hooks that elevate Poolside’s sound to poignant pop heights. Rather than flex his electronic muscles, the production marks a return to his live music roots and finds ease in simple and radiant layers of sound, even as it comes face-to-face with the complex reality of one’s dreams come true. It’s a true product of everywhere he’s been and the long and winding journey he’s taken to arrive at this moment where there’s nothing left to fight or prove, just perfect grooves as heard on previously released singles “Each Night” featuring Mazy and “Back To Life” with Panama. ..."
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BACK TO LIFE
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...“Back To Life” finds Poolside--the recording project of Los Angeles-based producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise—teaming again with Australian artist Panama. Known for their previous releases “Kinda Lovely” and “Can’t Stop Your Lovin’”-- both which appeared on Poolside’s Low Season album –“Back To Life” finds a special connection between these two kindred musical spirits which came out of the pandemic and ‘back to life.’..."
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IMAGINE
Genre: R&B
"...Riding high on the success of her latest album, “Imagine”, as well as solid media appearances on radio and television, The Marvelous Tony Award/R&B Legend Ms. Melba Moore unveils her new single, “It Seems To Hang On”, via The Gallery Entertainment/Orpheus Enterprises label. The song will be added as a bonus track to the “Imagine” album...."
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A BRIEF EPIC
Genre: Pop
"...With her new EP, ‘A Brief Epic, Caroline reintroduces herself with a more mature and intentional alt-leaning sound. The EP will include past singles “Mississippi Air” and “Guts,” as well as her new release, “This House.” ..."
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BOWERY BEACH ROAD
Genre: Indie
"...As they head towards the release of their debut album later this year, the band decided to commemorate their “first era” of music with a trip down memory lane. The 12-track 'Bowery Beach Road' collection includes singles that put the band on the map, like “Three Thirty” and “Your Favorite Song,” as well as a few songs that had never made it out of the studio until now. ..."
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MIDWEST SUMMER
Genre: Alternative
"...Homes at Night blur the boundaries between genre and generation with their alternative pop/rock anthems. It's a sound that's both nostalgic and modern, layered with organic instruments, synth-driven soundscapes, cinematic hooks, percussive pulse, and story-driven songwriting that nods to their Nashville roots while simultaneously pushing far beyond them...."
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JUVIE BABY
Genre: Hip Hop/Rap
"...JuvieRay, a rising star in the music industry, is set to make waves with the release of his highly anticipated EP, “Juvie Baby,”... This momentous occasion aligns with JuvieRay’s birthday celebration, marking a significant milestone in his extraordinary journey from being a survivor of Hurricane Katrina to becoming a prominent figure in the local Tulsa community..."
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THE SURFACE
Genre: Alternative
"...Like its predecessors, The Surface is an intensely personal and powerful journey for Shomo, who has never shied away from sharing his demons in his music and with his fans. However, the frontman has turned a corner with a more optimistic outlook and demonstrates exceptional growth as both an artist and a human being through the songs that comprise the album...."
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ISOLASHUN
Genre: Classical
"...ISOLASHUN, by Aditya Prakash, is an album grounded in self-critique that questions notions of beauty tied to the “classical” aesthetic and explores the tension in Prakash's own dual identity...."
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OTHERNESS
Genre: Rock
"....A continuous thread through the fabric of Alexisonfire is the state of otherness. Otherness drew us all to spaces where a band like this could be formed. We attract the type of individuals that have all felt the sensation of being strange or unique. Perceived or otherwise, otherness has followed us through childhood, adolescence, and into our adult lives. It drives our tastes and proclivities. It bonds us with ourselves and others. And make no mistake, even at our most domestic and mundane moments, we are true outliers. —Otherness mission statement..."
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TAKING BACK MY LIFE
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"....Crush Club is the duo of vocalist TC Milan and producer and multi-instrumentalist Le Chev. Their 2021 release "Believer" brought their fierce vocals, stomping bass and uplifting message to the FIFA22 Volta Soundtrack...."
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TIDES
Genre: Pop
"...Tides EP showcases four tracks that dive deep into the understanding that there are situations we can’t change. The soul-infused pop songs carry their own, but it’s Myles’ voice that really lifts them up. Working with co-writer and producer Rob Kleiner (Kylie Minogue, CeeLo Green) in his Los Angeles studio, Myles transformed her songs into forces of nature...."
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WATCH ME LEARN
Genre: Folk
"...Their latest release, “Watch Me Learn”—the title track from their debut album due out April 8th—isn’t a burn it down break up song or a woe-is-me heartbroken ballad, but a more learn-from-your-mistakes affair, cast beautifully among the group’s signature lo-fi indie rock meets country radio sound...."
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GOOD MAN
Genre: Alternative
"...Today, New York City singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist Miles Francis releases their transformative album Good Man, announcing a hometown New York show at Sultan Room on April 27...."
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BARRIERS
Genre: Rock
"...The new single explores a past relationship while showing off the musical diversity that will define their upcoming album. The song is a mixture of modern punk that calls to mind American acts such as Machine Gun Kelly and nothing. nowhere, while adding a '00s nu metal vibe...."
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MAYBE THERE'S NO HEAVEN
Genre: Rock
"...Distilling their sensational and storied career into 10 crunchy and instantly memorable bangers, Maybe There's No Heaven is Short Stack's most honest work to date and the truest reflection of their mateship and musicianship...."
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THE PRICE OF DREAMING
Genre: Rock
"...Grand Rapids metalcore up 'n' comers Hollow Front have announced their new album The Price of Dreaming, arriving May 27th via UNFD...."
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LIVE! IN NEW ORLEANS
Genre: Soul/Funk
"......the incredible artist Sean Ardoin & Kreole Rock and Soul, nominated for the "Live in New Orleans" album in the Regional Roots Music Album category......"
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THE CHAIN
Genre: Folk
"...Folk/Americana singer-songwriter Edie Carey is readying her latest collection of songs for her eleventh album The Veil due June 3, 2022...."
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POST-
Genre: Classical
"...Post-, a 50-minute set of solo piano pieces with live electronic processing, creates a world where pure and processed sounds meld together—flowing into one beautiful, nebulous tide—breaking the bounds of traditional solo piano music...."
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SUSPENDED TIMES
Genre: Classical
"...On the present release he presents a program of works by Beethoven, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Monpou, and Schumann...."
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BOY GENIUS
Genre: Folk
"...“Boy Genius” is about the kind of person who thinks they know everything about everything and cannot wait to tell you about it. “Unfortunately, we all probably know someone like this,” says Mikaela. “Thankfully, songwriting is there for you when you need to vent and that’s how Boy Genius came about.”..."
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TIME OUT SESSIONS #2
Genre:
"...If Time Out Session #1 was “an anthem for how to fix a broken America” (Rolling Stone), then Time Out Session #2 is the manual. The message is clear that connection, collaboration, and community are at the heart of healing...."
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IN REAL LIFE
Genre: Pop
"...In Real Life brings a new level of self-possession to Moore’s songwriting, imbuing each track with both detailed storytelling and lucid self-reflection. From the very first seconds of the album’s opening title track, Moore fully immerses the listener in her intimate lyricism and kaleidoscopic sound...."
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VOCODER
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...Around the release of his celebrated album Crush, Resident Advisor said of Floating Points, "in the line of preternaturally talented producers to emerge from the UK in the last decade, Sam Shepherd is the preeminent renaissance man"...."
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NERVOUS ORACLE
Genre: Alternative
"...The Chicago-based alternative outfit Bonelang (comprised of long time friends and collaborators Samy. Language and Matt Bones) has announced the release of their forthcoming EP Nervous Oracle in partnership with AWAL...."
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PINK LEMONADE
Genre: R&B
"...(New York, NY) Today, Lily Rayne returns with a melodic single paired with hazy, Dope Overdoz Studios-directed visuals for, "Pink Lemonade." On her new track, Rayne harmoniously pleads with her love interest to always choose her despite her schedule or what she's going through...."
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WDYWTBWYGU
Genre: Alternative
"...On May 13, Johan will drop his debut album WDYWTBWYGU (short for “What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up”), an opulently arranged set held together by Johan’s auto-tune croon and his tender and self-deprecating perspective on fading future horizons...."
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FREE FROM HARDTIMES
Genre: Rock
"...While Twin Void has caused an outbreak of wildness throughout the tracks, the whole idea behind the album was to release the band’s feelings about the whole COVID situation, the passing of so many great musicians...."
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BACKGROUND SONGS FOR YOUR BORING LIFE, PART II
Genre: Indie
"...Today indie horror pop darling and Brat Pop HOLYCHILD co-founder Revenge Wife, the musical persona of Elizabeth Nistico, releases her new single “Take Take Take” as the first song from her forthcoming EP Background Songs For Your Boring Life, Part II. The single and EP serve as a continuation of the story begun in her critically acclaimed debut solo EP Background Songs For Your Boring Life, Part I...."
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PEOPLE LIKE PEOPLE
Genre: Rock
"...16 years after their last release, the band has announced the new album People Like People. The record — their fourth — arrives on May 20 via Tooth & Nail...."
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FIRE DOESN'T GROW ON TREES
Genre: Indie
"...A lot of the album is about affirmation by just living. Existentially, this time period has felt pretty dark, so it’s about fighting the good fight...."
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MONEY
Genre:
"..."The song aims to shine a light on the darkness surrounding widespread corruption and greed, as well as the crippling effects it can have on society," notes the band. "When we allow power and profit to take control over our lives, our natural human tendencies, like feeling empathy and compassion for one another, become lost and forgotten."..."
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LOVE LANGUAGE
Genre: Metal
"...Overall, Love Language marries a multitude of tones and textures. It throws listeners into the dynamic deep end, chaotically dancing across a wide spectrum of sound. With intense moments of fire and ice, it's delightfully edgy...."
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SATELLITE
Genre: Folk
"...Adding to her ever-developing and highly-praised, bilingual catalog, Québécois Singer-Songwriter Geneviève Racette’s new album Satellite delivers honest stories of self-discovery and reflection through the cycle of love—including the much-lauded “Someone,” Racette’s hauntingly beautiful collaboration with Dallas Green (City and Colour)..."
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ENCASED IN CHROME
Genre: Metal
"..."'Be All End All' explores the inner hatred of humanity that has consumed so many," the band says. The track is a foreboding display of massive riffs, thunderous percussion, and rasping samples, all of which merge to create the soundtrack to a simple message: all is not lost...."
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HEARTBREAKER 5.0
Genre: Pop
"...Recently, Xandra MyriamX dropped her first single, Heartbreaker 5.0 –an electric song that revives the hypnotic rhythms and sounds of the 1980s fusing funky dance beats, synthesizers and bass movements. The dance track is reminiscent of classic Madonna, with provocative vocals and club-friendly beats, while bringing new creativity and playful styles like popular artists the Weeknd and Dua Lipa...."
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A LIFESAVING MANUAL
Genre: Rock
"...Enveloped in a filmic score of life-saving diagrams, text and day-to-day encounters, A Lifesaving Manual contemplates how caring for each other and our world is caring for ourselves...."
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DEBUT COMEDY ALBUM
Genre: Alternative
"...Brooklyn born comedian and podcast host Chris Distefano is getting ready to release his comedy special and debut comedy album later this year...."
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FORCE MAJURE
Genre: Metal
"...Not only sonically — but also visually — the band takes things up a notch. For the music videos, as well as the whole of the artwork, a vibrant fictional world — H.E.A.T City — has been built for this release only, creating an exciting surrounding for the band's energetic album...."
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CONSUMED IN KEY
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...Consumed In Key is a reimagining of Plastikman’s 1998 magnum opus Consumed. The revered work has been transformed into a new collaborative composition between its original artist Richie Hawtin and Chilly Gonzales...."
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(E)MOTION SICKNESS
Genre: Alternative
"...Pop-punk duo girlfriends (Travis Mills + Nick Gross) announce their new album (e)motion sickness out June 17th via Big Noise and release two exhilarating new tracks, "High Again" and "Toaster for a Swim." (e)motion sickness is the highly anticipated follow-up to the bands’ self-titled debut. girlfriends conjure songs that are once pleasingly familiar, warmly unique and passionately vulnerable and (e)motion sickness is just that...."
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ALL IS QUIET
Genre: Folk
"...The most powerful voice in the room isn't always the loudest one. On her new album, All is Quiet, award-winning artist Susan Cattaneo sings softly and carries a big song. Embracing simplicity and vulnerability, the nine songs on All is Quiet speak to the personal nature of loss, relationships, and hope for the future...."
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NEON NOIR
Genre: Rock
"...VV's debut album Neon Noir is scheduled for release in early 2023; belonging to the same forlorn world of woe and whimsy once conceived and governed by Valo in HIM, VV arrives with additional nuanced notes of a fine aged Cabernet...."
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DAYBREAK
Genre:
"...The Chicago-born, Brooklyn-based artist Max ZT shares a new performance video for “Daybreak,” the title track from his virtuosic and enveloping new album of improvised hammered dulcimer music...."
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DOPAPOD
Genre: Rock
"...With musical influences that range widely from metal to jazz and americana, and drawing inspiration from artists like Medeski Martin & Wood to Pink Floyd, Dopapod has created their own hypnotic hybrid of funk, rock, jazz, bluegrass, and electronica...."
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HIS STORY THE MUSICAL ALBUM
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"...In a poor small town in the Holy Land, a hopeful teen girl pleads with God to send the Messiah and establish a kingdom of hope and justice. Jump ahead 30 years, a common man-from-a-sketchy-family, Jesus, arrives in the big city, upending the traditional kingly expectation of the Messiah...."
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TINA: THE TINA TUNER MUSICAL ALBUM
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"...Produced by Stage Entertainment and Ghostlight Records and featuring the original London cast, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical: Original Cast Recording is available worldwide on CD, both online and in stores. The CD features a 20-page booklet, which includes liner notes, synopsis, and production and studio photography...."
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HUNGOVER
Genre:
"..."Hungover” was written on a visit to Los Angeles where Darling met with songwriter musicians Alvaro Rodriguez, Robert Russell, and Troy Scott, who had heard, and was inspired by, her mellifluous voice. Darling, in turn, was inspired by their Latin rhythms and sounds...."
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A STRANGE LOOP ALBUM
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"...GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and YELLOW SOUND LABEL have announced plans to release the original Broadway Cast Recording of A Strange Loop, Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer-Prize winning musical...."
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GOLDEN DAYS
Genre: Folk
"...On Dark Nights Golden Days, the brothers have crafted a richly layered, genre-splicing sound that is at once retro and metro, spacious and intimate, lush and graceful. It is a set of music that invites people to dance in grocery stores as well as get lost in the wilderness...."
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SANKOFA
Genre: R&B
"...Internationally recognized singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer STOKLEY. He is promoting his second solo album, SANKOFA. ..."
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PIANO CONCERTO IN ONE MOVEMENT
Genre: Classical
"...The free concert celebrated the Little Rock community’s diverse musical traditions and kicked off a series of performances and events recognizing Florence Price’s musical legacy...."
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R.E.C.Y.C.L.E. (DO IT RIGHT!)
Genre: Alternative
"...In a world where conversations about environmental challenges top our news, Wes believes his kids music will help parents teach their children about the importance of recycling and saving the planet...."
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TRIGGER
Genre: Rock
"..."This song has a timeless rock energy, and with the incredible talents we got to work with, this three-minute film truly captures the song's entire soul. We wanted it to have the essence of a comic book or a graphic novel, like Arkham Asylum by Grant Morrison."..."
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KNOWN TO BE UNKNOWN
Genre: Folk
"...Never one to shy away from controversial topics, Mickelson tackles gun violence and gun control directly on the first album single, “UNarmed American,” released in 2021, and pokes at the political and ideological divide for the second single “A Murder of Crows”...."
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ROSCOE'S DREAM
Genre: Folk
"...Today, Mapache — the LA duo of Sam Blasucci and Clay Finch — share “Love Can’t Hold Me,” the breezily romantic new single from their album Roscoe’s Dream, out June 10 on Innovative Leisure / Calico Discos. With a shuffling trash can drum beat and trebly garage rock guitars that rough up the song’s slick, effortlessly harmonized chorus, “Love Can’t Hold Me” would fit snugly alongside anything from The Velvet Underground’s Loaded...."
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OMG
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...Their music makes fun of themselves, culture, internet personalities, and at the core, humanity. It’s infused with glitchy video game samples, heavy auto tune, and insatiable guitar licks, always pushing the envelope of pop music...."
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OUTTA SIGHT
Genre: Rock
"...Hailing from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the band—Ewan Currie, Ryan Gullen, Sam Corbett, Jimmy Bowskill, and Shamus Currie—were, like the rest of us, confused, cast ashore, and feeling isolated during COVID, but their output during that time produced the grooviest, simplest, and most penetrating album of their career, Outta Sight...."
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BEDROOM WALLS
Genre: Pop
"...For the first time, you’ll be able to hear her full array of bright and dark live’s hues – and decant them back out with heartfelt spirit through pop music tinged with the influence of R&B, folk, and even musicals...."
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THE STARS WILL LOOK DOWN UPON US
Genre: Rock
"...Drawing from 90's emo, Touché Amore, and Title Fight, Montclair combines your favorite pop punk elements with new-age melodic hardcore to produce gritty songs that are meant to be played loud and have you jumping. Inspired by the ever-changing state of our world, the band removes the rose-colored glasses to highlight the importance of taking care of yourself mentally through their hard hitting beats and their authentic, raw lyrics...."
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ENEMY
Genre: Indie
"...The song is about breaking out of a toxic relationship, when you want to run and scream and punch the air and I feel like this single is the perfect anthem for finally getting back on the road and bringing these emotions to people in Australian and beyond..."
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REGROWTH
Genre: Jazz
"...On Regrowth, Vandever’s second album, she possesses “tremendous instrumental facility and a highly melodic compositional voice” (Hot House Jazz Magazine), offering listeners eight ethereal tracks: wisps that, with springtime in the air, conjure both wistfulness and hope...."
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MAKE MYSELF ME
Genre: Alternative
"...Out May 20th on Red Parlor Records, Make Myself Me Again finds rising slide-guitar star Vane growing roots in her Nashville home and taking a moment to grow into herself as well...."
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MUSIC FOR WELLBEING
Genre: Alternative
"...RoundGlass, a global Wholistic Wellbeing company dedicated to empowering people on their personal wellness journey, announces the unveiling of its Music for Wellbeing channel on YouTube. The channel combines distinct sounds and music amidst a tranquil setting including moving art to inspire listeners on a personal journey to Wholistic Wellbeing...."
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CREST
Genre: Alternative
"...Recorded alongside a Grammy-winning team of contributors, Crest is a heavy but hopeful ride: the soaring alt-rock conviction of “All Ways,” chamber pop showstopper “Evelyn,” reincarnation themed closer “And The Crowd Goes Wild Again,” even ‘90s-tinged break-up ballad “If I Didn’t Tell You First” rings with a certain triumph. Still, at the album’s heart, there’s a bracing...."
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AFTERBURN
Genre: Folk
"...AFTERBURN grapples with the subjects of power & peace, war & love all in the context of the global “front porch,” launching “folk” from the coffeehouse and into arena level...."
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OBSIDIAN
Genre: Metal
"...Northlane's new offering, Obsidian, is their most expansive and dynamic album yet. Self-recorded and self-produced, the sound Northlane has been working towards over the span of their career has been fully realized on Obsidian...."
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SHOULDERS
Genre: Alternative
"...My Kid Brother rose up out of Leesburg with a singular sound reflective of the city's small-town intimacy, yet wildly ambitious all at once. The indie pop quintet fuses warm keys, wistful psychedelic melodies, off-kilter guitar, wiry grooves, iridescent harmonies, and vocal interplay...."
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THE FIGHTER
Genre: Blues
"...It's an autobiographical journey — stories of a life on the road, of dreams, opportunities, and struggles. "We can do it, but it just takes time," as McBride sings on "Just Takes Time."..."
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UP IN THE AIR FOREVER
Genre: Rock
"...Perfectly complementing the nostalgic flavors of the track, the "BORED" music video also features plenty of throwbacks like Discmans and old-school video games alongside the larrikin tinges... ...Writing this song was the perfect way to funnel our pent up energy and irritation into something cathartic and positive — much like the entire album...."
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COME MORNING
Genre: Alternative
"...Joey and Dave Landreth are two born-to-collaborate, guitar slinging brothers who are the real deal when it comes to exquisite and versatile musicianship. They are also adept storytellers, diving into very real topics like emotional, physical and substance abuse, toxic masculinity, pride in relationships and more on this new album...."
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ALL FOR THE SONG
Genre: Rock
"...Out today, All For The Song finds the two-decade-and-running band keeping their bluegrass soul and rock and roll spirit alive and well—just with a dash of Crystal hot sauce and a pinch of Filépowder added for good measure...."
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A WALK AROUND THE SUN
Genre: Indie
"....A Walk Around the Sun features a series of lyrical vignettes that examine the margins between love and loss, joy and grief, and longing and contentment. Each of its 11 all-original songs reflects Lewis’s songwriting power across narrative and textures. Whether it’s through sweeping strings, pedal steel, a hybridized psych-rock guitar, or Lewis’ soaring vocals, A Walk Around The Sun takes a closer look at the connections between lovers and friends, and the effect of these relationships on the self. It’s a sweeping portrait painted with broad strokes of roots music styles—a sonic palette of classic country, cosmic Americana, mid-century rock n’ roll, and dreamy indie-folk...."
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EXTRA MEDIUM
Genre:
"...Izaak Opatz’s Extra Medium Blends Alt-Country, Garage Pop, And Sharp Lyricism..."
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TANGERINE TRAGIC
Genre: Metal
"......THE OKLAHOMA KID are a modern metal experience. Known for blending genres, the avant-garde five-piece never falls shy of pushing the boundaries and breaking old conventions...."
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SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"...Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! The female cast is backed by an all-female band......"
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MOMENT OF TRUTH
Genre:
"....The Red Clay Strays are forging a new path with their spellbinding genre-bending brand of tunes. Inspired by the vibrant heyday of southern music, the band finds its origins in the styles of classic country, rockabilly, and gospel-fed soul, all the while ushering in a new era of rock-and-roll that is as distinctive as the men who form it...."
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STOLEN TIME
Genre: Folk
"...a live-off-the-floor 70s folk-rock vibe and more structural experimentation to the table on songs that feel expansive in their scope; unhurried, psychedelic, and other-worldly..."
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HEAL MY HEAD
Genre: Alternative
"...The visual literally captures the notion of learning to dance through the rain, and the backdrop will make you feel as though you are watching a classic '80s teen movie...."
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ORDER OUT OF CHAOS
Genre: Rock
"...a classic album from some hitherto other Seventies timeline, fronted by a virtuoso vocalist and master guitarist, around whom a tight-knit band of compadres gel..."
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CALLING CADENCE
Genre: Alternative
"...showcases the band’s extensive chops across wide-eyed classic Southern soul, Americana, old school rock & roll, pop, country and bluegrass, swampy blues and more, Calling Cadence’s 15 songs encapsulate the band’s wide range of influences while steering these sounds and genres into a distinctly modern direction...."
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STRANGE MORNINGS IN THE GARDEN
Genre: Alternative
"...The Loyal Seas release their highly anticipated debut album Strange Mornings In The Garden. The album showcases all particular sides of the pair’s personality, from sweeping ballads to kinetic alt-pop...."
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LIVE AT THE PALLADIUM
Genre: Rock
"...On August 6, 2021, three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and platinum-selling band Killswitch Engage unleashed a streaming event that took fans by storm. The event took place at The Palladium in Worcester in the band's native Massachusetts, which has been the site of many iconic KsE shows throughout the band's history. The performance setlist consists of 2019'sAtonement in full, along with their 2000-released, self-titled debut album in full — with some fun and unexpected surprises along the way!..."
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GOODBYE SWEET DREAMS
Genre: Rock
"...Largely electronic, Silent Figures explores themes of isolation and personal turmoil with hypnotic dance beats and hook-filled music that explodes with counter-points of joy and hope...."
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GET TOGETHER
Genre: Pop
"....Infusing some pop into their Americana sound, the song and video give nostalgic 70s vibes both sonically and visually with part of the video shot in an Airstream trailer...."
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YOU ARE ENOUGH
Genre:
"...originally part of a larger choral suite commissioned by the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club (conducted by Mark Stover) in coordination with The Chalkboard Project. Once the pandemic hit and it became clear that Broadway would be shuttered for much longer than anyone thought, the Accursos reinvented their idea as a music video for the masses. They felt the song could go a long way toward encouraging people, both members of the arts community and beyond, to take care of their mental and emotional health, to remember that they are enough, and that there is no shame in asking for help when you need it. So they gathered their Broadway friends and got to work!...features music and vocal arrangement by Aron Accurso, lyrics by Rachel Griffin Accurso, and orchestrations by Doug Besterman ("Schmigadoon," Anastasia). It is directed by Angelo Soriano and produced by Laura Kriete Bain...."
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JOHN INGHRAM
Genre: Alternative
"....a debut album nearly two decades in the making during which Inghram spent time in more than a few notable musicians’ backing bands..."
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THE LOCAL HONEYS
Genre:
"...e adding a new entry into the Bluegrass State’s rich musical canon. Their first release on La Honda Records (Colter Wall, Riddy Arman, Vincent Neil Emerson)The Local Honeys features ten winsome vignettes of rural Kentucky, conjuring 90’s alternatives sounds with hillbilly Radiohead lilts, soaring above layers of deep grooves and rich tones masterfully curated by longtime mentor Jesse Wells, a GRAMMY-nominated producer, musician (currently a member of Tyler Childers’ band The Food Stamps), and Assistant Director at the Kentucky Center for Traditional Music at Morehead State.,..."
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FREEWHEELIN' WOMAN
Genre:
"...reaming up a soulful and groove-heavy sound partly inspired by the classic R&B records made at Muscle Shoals. Jewel regards the album as the most recent milestone in her lifelong devotion to following her truth...."
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ULTRA
Genre: Metal
"...Vatican are influenced by the "fuck you" frankness of heavy hardcore, but with the technical leads of djent and progressive metal. Cynical of technology, but enamored with video games. The band quickly began shaping their sound from nascent metalcore into something more complex and interesting..."
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PHILDELPHIA MISSISSIPPI
Genre:
"...Philadelphia Mississippi was produced by North Mississippi All-Stars’ Luther Dickinson (son of Jim Dickinson who produced G. Love’s sophomore album Coast to Coast Motel) and bridges both sides of G. Love’s eclectic career, mixing old school Hill Country and Delta Blues with new school hip-hop and funk. These 13 songs are loose, spontaneous and written on the fly in the studio during improvisatory fits of inspiration. The freewheeling performances bring together a slew of special guests from blues torchbearers like Alvin Youngblood Hart, Cam Kimbrough, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Jontavious Willis, R.L. Boyce and Trenton Ayers, rap icons Schoolly D, Freddie Foxx and Speech from Arrested Development, to ace musicians such as fifemaster Sharde Thomas and GRAMMY-nominated Southern Avenue drummer/singer Tikyra Jackson...."
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HOW BEAUTIFUL IT'S BEEN
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"...With the new album, the band—aforementioned songwriter and guitarist Ethan Hawkins and cellist Casey Murray, along with Scottish fiddle player Louise Bichan and bluegrass mandolinist Ethan Setiawan—project a singular sound that incorporates old time, Scottish, progressive bluegrass, and folk music, with the help of their collective mentor and the album’s producer, Scottish harp virtuoso Maeve Gilchrist. ..."
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SCORING IN THE END OF THE WORLD
Genre: Metal
"...Scoring The End of the World fully encompasses the expanse of the band's dynamic, deep, and dark vision, and marks the band's first full-length body of work in three years since 2019's Disguise..."
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OTHERNESS
Genre: Rock
"..."...Sans Soleil" features earnest and deeply heartfelt lyrics penned by guitarist Wade MacNeil, with an impeccable vocal performance from Dallas Green... The album features 10 new songs including the explosive first single, "Sweet Dreams Of Otherness" and previously released "Reverse the Curse..."..."
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LIVING WITHOUT DEATH'S PERMISSION
Genre: Rock
"..."...Bristol, UK-based band RXPTRS — who blend rock, metal, punk, and hardcore with a seamlessness that is enviable, creating something that is unique that seethes with boundless energy — recently announced their forthcoming album Living Without Death's Permission..."..."
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THE WOMACK SISTERS
Genre: R&B
"...“The Womack Sisters” is an introduction to the LA-based female sibling girl group. The Womack Sisters offer a refreshing combination of impeccable vocal range, style and versatility, combining the rawness and soul of throwback r&b with the cool-factor and audaciousness of modern day pop...."
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BOHANNA
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...Queer joy and summer vibes abound on disco-house duo Crush Club’s new single "Bohanna". Bells and rhythmic percussion introduce a track imbued with the joy of a hot summer’s day and the unbridled joy that can only come from spending a long day in the sun with friends...."
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LOVE IN LO-FI
Genre: Pop
"...Making a name for herself in Cleveland’s music scene pressing vinyl at Gotta Groove Records and collaborating with up-and-coming producer Jesty Beatz (aka Holy Mattress Money), her sophisticated take on the sounds of the ‘80s and ‘90s recalls the influence of Kate Bush, Whitney Houston, Annie Lennox, and Robyn, marrying inventive arrangements with an impressive range and infectious spirit. ..."
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WITH LOVE PART 1
Genre: Indie
"...The team behind East Nashville-based independent label and recording studio 3Sirens strives daily to adhere to a simple mission statement: build community and celebrate great artists…all while having a little fun...."
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NOTHING BACK
Genre: Hip Hop/Rap
"..."People around act like thieves // Maybe it’s me // I’m digging in deep, // And I don’t like the way he’s tied to me // It’s like a catastrophe // Ripping out my sanity." Lucid Kidd sings on "Nothing Back," offering up a look at the state of emotional guard that comes with trying to escape this betrayal...."
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OUT LOUD
Genre: Alternative
"...Kyshona is an artist ignited by untold stories, and the capacity of those stories to thread connection in every community. With the background of a licensed music therapist, the curiosity of a writer, the patience of a friend, the vision of a social entrepreneur, the resolve of an activist, and the voice of a singer, Kyshona is unrelenting in her pursuit for the healing power of song...."
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SET IN STONE
Genre: Indie
"...“Set In Stone” marks the beginning of a major life transition for Katy Guillen (pronounced Ghee-En). Written shortly after her longtime band announced their final show, she was struggling to find the next step in her career and personal life, while longing for a past sense of stability...."
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ASTRONAUT
Genre: Alternative
"...Juliana Madrid about “Astronaut”: "This song is about someone who has done something to jeopardize their relationship. They are feeling sorry for themselves and almost shocked by how they were able to so easily hurt this person they loved. I feel like a lot of people will be able to relate to this song, whichever side of the story they may be on."..."
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DO IT WITH LOVE
Genre: R&B
"...With millions of total streams already, Brooks says his latest release “encourages us to keep pushing forward at all times, but to always do so with love”. The organic and honest lyrics resemble the likes of pioneers such as Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, with shades of Bob Marley — yet familiar fans of Brooks will quickly recognize the unique creative lane that Brooks has currently found himself in over the past year with this record...."
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MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"....Mr. Saturday Night is the story of Buddy Young Jr., an outrageous and outspoken comedian who found fame, if not fortune, in the early days of television. Now, some 40 years after his TV career flamed out, Buddy seeks one more shot at the spotlight, and while he’s at it, one last shot at fixing the family he fractured along the way...."
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W.T. MATIEGKA: SIX SONATAS FOR GUITAR, OP. 31 - DAVID STAROBIN, GUITAR
Genre: Classical
"...Classical Guitarist David Starobin’s newest recording of six rarely heard sonatas by W. T. Matiegka, performed on a Viennese guitar..."
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REQUIEM FOR THE ENSLAVED
Genre: Classical
".... Carlos Simon Carlos Simon’s Requiem for the Enslaved — commissioned by Georgetown University, where Simon is an assistant professor of composition — is a reminder of the humanity that was denied to those enslaved in the United States and that the work that needs to be done to right these wrongs is not yet over. Simon continuously employs and reimagines When the Saints Go Marching In throughout Requiem for the Enslaved, grounding each moment in contemplation..."
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SO LONG
Genre: Rock
"...Marston has been on a journey of self-discovery, and with the help of therapy, meditation, and cannabis, his empathic creativity comes shining through the lyrics of every song on So Long. The Credible Sources are equal parts roots rock backing band and high-flying, improv-ready aces. Truly a whole greater than the sum of its wildly capable parts, the band is known for its intricately-woven guitar parts, tight and compelling bass and drum grooves, and pure, emotive vocals, a sound that garners comparisons to The Grateful Dead, moe., Wilco, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and more...."
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MRS. DOUBTFIRE
Genre: Broadway/Soundtrack
"....Daniel Hillard, a struggling, out-of-work actor, will do anything for his kids. After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. As his new character takes on a life of its own, Mrs. Doubtfire teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father. A hysterical and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, Mrs. Doubtfire proves we’re better together...."
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BIG DREAMERS
Genre: Rock
"...after almost two decades since their last release, Carolina’s favorite rock and rollers the Blue Dogs are back in the game with the release of a brand new full-length album, Big Dreamers. Produced by accomplished guitarist and longtime Blue Dogs fan—and at times, guitar player—Sadler Vaden (Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit), Big Dreamers marks a long-awaited comeback for the band...."
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UNIFY
Genre: Rock
"...Unify, the guys in GRAMMY-nominated funk sextet Lettuce have been sending not-so-subliminal messages with their music (and album titles) for going on three decades now. Their newest effort, Unify, however, showcases exactly what the band has been working towards all these years; not just the unification of humanity through music, but also the coming together of each member to make the band’s most powerful, funkiest form to date...."
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HERE'S TO THE END
Genre: Indie
"... News ANNA BATES RELEASES DEBUT EP HERE’S TO THE END ON NEON GOLD RECORDS HERE VIDEO FOR SINGLE “HOLY SMOKES” HERE LIVE IN LA ON 6.6 @ IT’S A SCHOOL NIGHT HERE Hi-res photo - photo credit - Josefine Cardoni HERE “SOMETHING GREATER” VIDEO (SELF-DIRECTED) HERE “LAST MAN ON EARTH” VIDEO (DIR. JAX ANDERSON) HERE Today, Anna Bates, the Los Angeles-born and raised singer-storyteller, releases her debut EP Here’s To The End HERE on Neon Gold Records. Classically trained in piano from a young age, it wasn’t until as recently as 2020 that Anna Bates began to release music under her own name. After her track “Holy Smokes” went viral on TikTok, Anna packed up her Belmont dorm and moved back west to pursue a career in music. To celebrate her debut, she’s revealing the music video for “Holy Smokes” HERE. Anna performs live on Monday June 6th @ It’s A School Night HERE. Writing and creating my first EP Here’s to the End was simply cool. Just kidding, it was a lot more than that. In fact, there are so many emotions attached to this little piece of art that it’s hard to mash them all down and condense them into one word- so I’m not going to. The songs on this EP are a mixture of stories I have created in my head, exaggerated tales of my friends, personal expression, and the unpacking of my religious upbringing. It is a soundtrack to a road trip, or a campfire, or an awesomely epic mental breakdown...."
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FORCE MAJEURE
Genre: Rock
"...Hollywood — a world of wonder, glamour, and fantasies come true. Or is it? With their new single and the accompanying video, H.E.A.T deal with the question of appearance and reality, the standards created by the media, and the pressure that especially weighs on the younger generations...."
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MILLION DOLLAR SPACE
Genre: Rock
"...Five years after their debut full-length “Dabble Heavy”, Nonstop To Cairo return with their sophomore offering “KAI”, which once again showcases the Long Island outfit’s irresistible blend of rock, rap, ska, funk, and punk...."
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ALL I KNOW
Genre: Pop
"...Toohey pens roots-pop songs that recall classic songwriters such as Bonnie Raitt, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and Springsteen. Her recent outpouring of music includes her album Butch, her single “Lucky Streak” (a tribute to a fallen friend), and the upcoming album, All I Know...."
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AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
Genre: Folk
"...In making the video for [“Water To The Well”] it was really important to me to capture the people I made this record with, who’ve been on this journey with me, IN the space where we worked on the songs, practiced, recorded, mixed, reviewed, and celebrated their completion and first launched them into the world,” shares Connor. “There are a lot of ways to make a video but to me this captured who made the music and keeps the song as the central part of this experience.” “Water To The Well” captures the experience and journey of trying to help, heal and progress through the complexity of depression and self-antagonism...."
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GAS!
Genre: Hip Hop/Rap
"...After his soiree into the still-too-unexplored genre of cowboy hip-hop with “Beverly Hills,” Virginia native Shaboozey returns to mix country-western into the roots of his previously established hip–hop leaning sound with “GAS!”—the third and final single off his upcoming album. Following the global success of this last single, “GAS!” feels like a more seasoned and centered utilization of Shaboozey’s sonic palette in a hip-hop space. Immediately setting the scene in a western landscape with the sounds of slide guitar and eagle calls, the track grounds itself with a picked acoustic guitar riff, which might be just as at home in a top 40 song as it would be in a Johnny Cash tune. The music video drives this home even further – a high-energy piece that uses FPV drones, stunt drivers, technocranes, and vintage cars, but still centers around the thoughtfully crafted homage to a Spaghetti Western...."
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XYZ
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...“XYZ” can refer to several things such as the top-level domain name or the 80’s hard rock band. It’s also the latest single from world-renowned electronic musician deadmau5..."
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GLITTER AND GOLD
Genre: Pop
"...Imen says, “‘Glitter and Gold’ was my first attempt at songwriting, and I wanted it to reflect my journey, how my view on life itself has changed, and how it’s made me the confident person I am today. “‘Turning it all to glitter and gold, I’mma be going” is my favorite line in the song. Growing up, I was heavily bullied and I made the decision at a young age to try to put a positive spin on the negative moments in my life. I wanted my lyrics to empower listeners to be able to do the same, without fear."..."
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RISE THE TIDE
Genre: Folk
"...Critically-acclaimed, Nashville-based artist Kyshona has released her latest single “Ride The Tide,” a swampy, foot-stomping anthem about how when one of us is supported and excels, the tide rises for everyone, inspired by her fellow artists, activists, and change-makers...."
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ALL NEW
Genre: Folk
"... “We’re Getting Back To Normal” is a joyful earworm that celebrates society springing back to life after the isolation of the last couple of years, an exuberant blend of western swing, acoustic mastery, and lyrical sunshine...."
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LIVIN' LA VIDA LOCA
Genre: Pop
"...“The cello has a universal language that everyone can understand,” said HAUSER. “‘Livin’ la Vida Loca’ is a song that has made such a lasting impact as a globally unifying hit across multiple generations. I want listeners to hear my new rendition and celebrate the life of a song, with everyone dancing and singing freely, hearing the joy of their own hearts when they hear my music. Let’s celebrate life together.”..."
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JULIUS EASTMAN, VOL. 2
Genre: Classical
"....Julius Eastman Vol. 2: Joy Boyis the second entry in Wild Up’s seven-volume anthology celebrating Eastman, the late composer whose musical vision was repeatedly dismissed during its day, but is now being unearthed to critical acclaim. It includes performances of never-before-recorded compositions, including “Joy Boy” and “Buddha.”..."
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OPEN THE ROAD
Genre: Folk
"...Containing two sets of two brothers—Enda & Fergal Scahill and David & Martin Howley—We Banjo 3 have built their legacy on seamlessly combining the virtuosity and precision in Irish and American music’s traditional disciplines with the artful song-craft and infectious live performance of today’s musical landscape...."
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DISCOLORATION
Genre: Rock
"...‘Discoloration’ has the soulful songwriting of the golden era of folk and country fused with the mesmeric guitar sounds of garage rock...."
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THIR13EN
Genre: Pop
"...Thir13en was inspired by a personal journal entry, in which Oscar created a visual diagram of his associations with being 13, writing “restart the world,” “dare to be different” and “climate anxiety.” At the age of 14, he has already penned impressively authentic songs that grapple with the specific struggles of today’s youth, such as climate change, bullying and social alienation...."
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DOWN
Genre: Pop
"...Furthermore, the band states, "We had a lot of fun recording 'Down' and experimenting with some different guitar sounds. As one of the heavier and rockier songs on the record, it is already one of our favorites to play live."..."
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HERE'S WHAT YOU COULD OF WON
Genre: Rock
"...A behemoth of a band on and off stage, thanks to the Hastings scene that nurtured them, their best songs explore racism, in-work poverty, mental health, violence, frustration, and all-consuming love with honesty and humor. All their songs come studded with barbed wire hooks, bristling with the juddering shock of lived experience, and the cathartic thrill of a balled-up fist relaxing into an air punch...."
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ALL THOSE DAYS OF DRINKING DUST
Genre: Folk
"...All Those Days of Drinking Dust is a hauntingly beautiful tribute to not only Williams' family, but to generations of families like hers; folks who spent their lives working beneath the mighty Appalachian mountains...."
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Y5
Genre: R&B
"...Her impressive, inspiring journey from aspiring musician to established artist and producer who owns her own music is evident on Y5, an album that opens a new chapter in Yuna’s career...."
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COME INTO MY ARMS
Genre: Pop
"...November Ultra says, “'Come Into My Arms' is a lullaby about slowing down, asking for help and taking the time to breathe. I wrote it to soothe myself, and it magically soothed others. Vive la musique.’’..."
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MATRIARCHY
Genre: Alternative
"...Russian protest art collective Pussy Riot announce their debut mixtape MATRIARCHY NOW to be released on August 5th on Neon Gold Records(MARINA, Charli XCX, Christine and the Queens etc). The release date is just before the 10-year "anniversary" of their August 17, 2012 verdict of being convicted with hooliganism motivated by religious hatred, and spending 2 years in jail for protesting Putin...."
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MY HEART HAS TEETH
Genre: Dance/Electronic
"...For his contribution to the action-adventure-horror soundtrack, deadmau5 drew upon his older JUNO and Jupiter synths forgoing trendy analog synths and sci-fi features, resulting in a grindy, downtempo vibe...."
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SOMETHING GOIN' ON
Genre: R&B
"...The EP includes the track “Savin’ Up for Your Love”, a soul and R&B instant classic, a truly incredible version of the Sly and the Family Stone classic, “You Can Make It If You Try", the soulful title track “Something’s Goin’ On” which also features the legendary NYC outfit The Uptown Horns, and the super funky “Show Me”...."
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FPE 11:11
Genre: R&B
"...FPE 11:11 gives a hint of nostalgia while repping modern day with throbbing warbles, buttery vocals and potent bars. It paints the story of the group where, with their guiding goddess Venus piercing through the night sky, they received the message of their collective purpose effortlessly, leading to the birthing of NADUH...."
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SOMETHIN’ TO BELIEVE IN
Genre: Rock
"...This rock song is a hug, like a parent or friend reaching down to pick you up out of a hopeless pit. The story will remind you of some of the saddest days of your life, days filled with disappointment and heartache, but also splashes the naivete of hopefulness throughout, giving you something to believe in - yourself...."
