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    First Listen: Tony Volker – Kingdom of the Beasts

    Tony Volker is a South London songwriter who makes artfully produced electro-folk, showcased perfectly by the tracks on his new EP 'Break & Reshape' released on 12" vinyl and as a digital download. Volker’s mellifluous...

    Jammerzine Exclusive: Meet Tits, Tats & Whiskers

    Tits, Tats & Whiskers are a band you would never suspect being from Japan. But that is their home base. Japan has an up-an-coming music indie music scene that, if nurtured, could be a...

    Naylor’s Notes: Graham Pagano | HOOKiE

    When opportunity knocks do you open the door?  Do you peek through the blinds?  Or, will you simply ignore it?  I know when opportunity knocks on our door here at 1st Shot Music, "We open...

    First Listen: Nora – Wonder

    The Singer/Songwriter Nora Konstanse creates alternative folk with dynamic musical expression, combining her soaring vocals with her band's big sound. She tells big stories using small words in both English and Norwegian taking inspiration...
    2ube Extra

    2ube Xtra Streams Live from Liverpool RIGHT HERE!

    Today's the day! At 16:30 Liverpool, UK time (GMT+1) or 11:30 U.S. Eastern (GMT-1) 2ube Xtra, Liverpool's first and only live streamed music festival kicks off, giving us eight days of live music from...

    First Listen: The Vultures – Weakest Storm

    Characteristically the sound of no other band on the planet, the new single from The Vultures is an end-of days melange of rumbling bass, colossal toms and staccato strings, set to a dizzying chant-like...

    Strange Fiction Look to ‘Tease Her’ with First Single from New Album

    A Barcelona based band who all grew up in households surrounded by music, it’s little wonder that the four members of Strange Fiction ended up writing and recording their own music. With varied musical...

    Jammerzine Exclusive: Meet Jamie-Lee Smit

    I recently talked with Azylya frontwoman Jamie-Lee Smit about her new solo album Mon Amour Monique from her home in Belgium. Mon Amour Monique is a unique blend of catchy pop and solid rock that...
    Wings of Pegasus

    First Look: Wings of Pegasus – That’s Metal (To My Ears)

    Hard rock with an 80s twist inspired by the likes of Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Aerosmith, Dokken and more, Wings of Pegasus are a rock band with a big sound and a fresh approach...

    New Bill Calls for Needed Music Copyright Reform

    In response to today's press conference in New York City, announcing the Fair Play Fair Pay Act by Representatives Jerry Nadler (D-NY) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), SoundExchange issued the following statement from Michael Huppe,...

    First Listen: Postcards From Jeff – Suburban Girl

    From the windswept valleys of a very British countryside to pastel hued dreams of Hollywood darlings, Suburban Girl - the brand new track taken from the forthcoming debut album of Yorkshire producer, songwriter and...
    Michael Angelo Batio

    Jammerzine Exclusive: Michael Angelo Batio Talks About “Shred Force 1: The Essential Michael Angelo...

    At some point in a musician's life, you come to a crossroads. Whether it be a musical direction or a stylistic change or maybe that musician just wants to ask if it's all worth...

    Jammerzine Exclusive: Steve Grady – A New Artist for the Indie Renaissance

    Australian Indie Artist Steve Grady is truly an Audio Engineer if I ever heard of one. The reason why will be revealed in the interview and believe me you want to listen to this....

    At H&M’s Exclusive Coachella Event

    H&M continued on with its exclusive Coachella party streak by hosting a private event this past Friday in celebration of H&M's collaboration with the most fashionable music festivals in the country ­the Coachella Valley...

    Nominees For 16th Annual Golden Trailer Awards Revealed

    The Golden Trailer Awards, the entertainment industry's best and most fun-filled celebration devoted to the year's most outstanding achievements in motion picture and television marketing, announced today the nominees in the 16th annual competition...

    Paul van Dyk – The Politics Of Dancing 3 – Out May 5th

    A decade and a half in heritage, 10 years since its last outing and 3 years in intricate, collaboration-centric realization, ‘The Politics Of Dancing 3’ hits stores and floors May 5th. In nature and composition,...

    Guitars Over Guns CEO Chad Bernstein Named CNN Hero

    Guitars Over Guns announces that its CEO and Co-Founder, Chad Bernstein, has been named a CNN Hero in recognition of his efforts to help at-risk youth through mentoring and music education. CNN profiled Dr....

    Fury Fest 2015 Announce DECADE + More To Join Motion City Soundtrack

    Now entering its third year, the two-day alternative indoor festival Fury Fest 2015 is delighted to announce that Bath alternative rock band DECADE and a host of other names complete the bill for the...

    Artemis Announce Palm Reader Tour Support

    Basingstoke chaotic hardcore crew ARTEMIS are pleased to reveal they will be taking point on the main support duties for the forthcoming Palm Reader headline dates this May. The news follows the release of their...
    2ube Extra

    2ube Xtra – Liverpool’s First And Only Live Streamed Music Festival

    2ube Xtra launches on Wednesday 15th April at 5pm from the Paul McCartney Auditorium in LIPA to a live audience and online viewers around the world. The event will feature the best Liverpool based emerging...

    First Look: Come And Rest – Slowburn

      Metalcore/ Post Hardcore outfit, Come And Rest have announced the release of their new EP “Blacklist” on May 12th. Since the 2013 release of their debut EP “Royal Blood,” the band has developed a...

    The Test Drive: Radiodrone – The Truth Syndicate Diaries

    Hailing from Orange Country California created in the 1st quarter of 2014, RadioDrone is part schizoid Five Finger Death Punch on the heavy edge, part Foo Fighters rock with the commercial aspects and part...
    The Fleas

    The Test Drive: The Fleas – Telling Tales

    The Fleas, Reading’s exuberant indie-roots quintet, are to release their anticipated new EP, ‘Telling Tales’, on all digital platforms on Monday 27 April. The band, who have appeared on the airwaves with increasing regularity...

    First Listen: Andy The Kid – Cowboys Evolution (Rise Up)

    The Sunset Strip is a long way from the balmy environs of Townsville, Australia, but that is where you'll find the new kid on the block: Andy The Kid. ATK is on a roll...

    First Listen: Cosby – In Flight (Branded James Remix)

    A trio from Richmond, Virginia in the US, Cosby are a band on the rise. With their very own brand of upbeat synth pop with 1980s flavours, they combine anthemic melodies, smooth harmonies, driving...