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    Sam Robbins – The Real Thing + Tour Dates

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    Editorial Team
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    Sam Robbins - The Real Thing
    Sam Robbins - The Real Thing

    Sam Robbins’ third album, So Much I Still Don’t See is a testament to a singer-songwriter’s journey through his 20’s, through his formative years of 45,000 miles per year touring, and the beginning of a troubadour’s career. Most of all, it is the culmination of firsthand experiences gathered through hard travel and big adventures.

    For the listener, these big adventures are heard through a soft, introspective soundscape, with sounds built sparingly around solo acoustic guitar and vocals, tracked live, just as they are performed live. Recorded in an old church in Springfield, MA, the sounds of So Much I Still Don’t See center around the humility that comes with traveling and experiencing a world much larger than yourself – looking inward and reveling in the quiet of the inner mind while facing an expansive landscape of life on the road. The storytelling in the songs is draped with touches of upright bass, keyboards, organ, and electric guitar, but the core of the album is one man and his worn-out Martin guitar, bought new just a few years ago a week after moving to Nashville.

    The sonic landscape of So Much I Still Don’t See was largely inspired by the recordings of James Taylor, Jim Croce, Harry Chapin, and singer-songwriters of the like. Growing up in New Hampshire, Robbins would frequently drive up to the white mountains for weekend hiking trips with his father, accompanied in the old truck by a 70’s singer-songwriter CD box set. This music seeped into Robbins’ soul and coupled with experiencing the mountain landscape of his childhood, this “old soul singer-songwriter” was shaped by these recordings and the direct, soft, and exacting songwriting voices they exemplified. The storytelling in So Much I Still Don’t See is built through small moments.

    After a brief stint on NBC’s The Voice in 2018, Robbins graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2019 and quickly made his move down to Nashville. After a tumultuous five years in Music City, So Much I Still Don’t See is the first recording made after moving back to the Boston area in early 2024. After trying his hand at co-writing country songs five days a week, Robbins found his way to a home on the road, now performing over 200 shows per year in listening rooms and festivals across the country.

    This touring and subsequent songwriting growth has led to several awards and festival performances, making Robbins a 2021 Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk contest winner, a 2022 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival “Most Wanted to Return” artist, and later a solo mainstage performer at each festival in 2023 and 2024. Robbins has expanded his touring to festivals nationwide, including the Wheatland Festival in Michigan, the Fox Valley Folk Music and Storytelling Festival, and has earned a title as “One of the most promising new songwriters of his generation” — Mike Davies, Fateau Magazine, UK

    In early 2023, Robbins was gifted Marcus Aurelius’s “Meditations”, a collection of the Roman Emperor’s diaries in the early 100’s AD. The ideas from this book, centered around the concepts of stoicism, seeped into the songs of So Much I Still Don’t See. Much of the album reflects on the inner peace found through stoic philosophy that was discovered in reading this book throughout the past year on the road.

    Another influence on the songwriting of So Much I Still Don’t See is Robbins’ work with the group Music Therapy Retreats. This is the first recording made after starting his work with the organization, which pairs songwriters with veterans to help write their often unheard and inspiring stories into songs. This life-changing and life-affirming experience has drawn out deeper emotions and deeper stories in Robbins’ own writing and music, inspired by the open hearts and stories of the veterans he is lucky to work with.

    The first single off the album, “What a Little Love Can Do” is a song that captured a moment. Sitting in Nashville after hearing the news of a shooting in the city, Robbins sat alone with his guitar and strummed. Living in the heart of a red state, far away from his New England home, the events of the day made the cracks appear clearer than he’d ever seen them. The first lyrics that appeared in that moment are the first lyrics in the song – “It’s gonna be a long road when we look at where we started, one nation broken-hearted, always running from ourselves”. The heaviness of the news of the day, and the news of every day since, has not subsided since this song was written in 2023.

    What led to that lyric was a flow-state writing process. A story of the learning and connections built from Robbins’ travels across the US on tour, driving over 100,000 miles in two years, playing hundreds of shows, and meeting thousands of people from very different backgrounds. From Birmingham to Detroit, New Orleans to Los Angeles, Boston to Denver, this song was unknowingly written as the culmination of the lessons learned from these adventures. The depth of connection found when we are physically with one another, when we can talk and laugh and truly see each other, is at the heart of “What a Little Love Can Do”, and the album as a whole.

    The second single and opening track from So Much I Still Don’t See, the sparkling and introspective “Piles of Sand”, was the first song written for the album. The song was written in Nashville and is, like much of the album, written from a place of simplicity and observation.

    He shares, “Walking down a riverside path in Nashville, next to the barbed wire of a prison, watching and feeling gravel being blasted for a high flying condo building across the street was a very inspiring moment. After walking further and seeing a huge pile of gravel soaring high across the street, the first chorus lyric was immediately written down as it appears in the song now: “I thought it was a mountain but it was just a pile of sand towering so high, a nine to five creation”. This line and rhythm was springboard for the rest of the song, steeped in Stoicism, written that afternoon.”

    As the opening track to the album, the sounds of “Piles of Sand” are built around the stark simplicity of a man and his guitar, the perfect sound to kick off the album. Inspired by the James Taylor live album One Man Band, only sparse piano moments are included throughout the song, setting the stage for an album that showcases Robbins’ stunning guitar work and fresh, clear songwriting voice.

    The third single from So Much I Still Don’t See, the Chet Atkins-inspired, upbeat “The Real Thing”, is the second track on the album and an example of the varied energy across the collection of ten songs. “The Real Thing” began with a lyrical groove – driving out of a certain American city on tour, thousands of miles from home, with a 12-hour drive ahead, the spark of inspiration hit. The groove of the first line, “I’m sailing smooth highway under soft suburb lights/ where an Applebee’s oversees every corner” led to the rest of “The Real Thing” being written all in one night at a hotel in the middle of nowhere, USA. The song is a lighter take on the existential questions present throughout the album. Diving into questions of environmentalism, man’s place in the world, and the writer’s place in the world, “The Real Thing” is the upbeat kickoff to the soft, cutting, inquisitive “So Much I Still Don’t See”.

    Sonically, “The Real Thing” is a tribute to one of Robbins’s main influences on guitar, the great fingerstyle player Chet Atkins. With Chet’s signature thumping thumb technique, Robbins built a sonic palette that utilized this classic sound but twisted it with his own modern take. The thumping, western-style groove emulates the vibe of the lyrics – the quintessentially American feeling of driving fast down a dusty highway, to get to anywhere but where you are.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://samrobbinsmusic.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/samrobbinsmusic
    https://www.facebook.com/SamRobbinsMusic

    An Exclusive Interview with The Infinity Ring + New Album ‘Ataraxia’

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    Ryan Martin
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    Jammerzine has an exclusive interview with Cameron Moretti of The Infinity Ring as well as a first listen of their new album titled 'Ataraxia', dropping today (March 21st, 2025) via Profound Lore Records.
    Jammerzine has an exclusive interview with Cameron Moretti of The Infinity Ring as well as a first listen of their new album titled 'Ataraxia', dropping today (March 21st, 2025) via Profound Lore Records.
    1. An Interview with The Infinity Ring Jammerzine Exclusive 17:43

    Jammerzine has an exclusive interview with Cameron Moretti of The Infinity Ring and a first listen of their new album, Ataraxia, which is dropping today (March 21st, 2025) via Profound Lore Records.

    While the interview was conducted via phone with Cameron while connecting with his flight to head to SXSW (check them out HERE), I can’t help but feel that was the right time for the interview. That moment is when the band takes its next step in its evolution of revolution.

    ‘Ataraxia’ shows that The Infinity Ring is more than just a collective of musicians, they are a collective of ideas. The album is a concept, in the truest sense of the word. Each song builds to a beautiful climax that generates anticipation for what’s coming next. Like chapters in a book, or scenes to a good movie, ‘Ataraxia’ carries anticipation from one track to the next and gives you everything you need to fill your soul with inspiration and appreciation by giving you a soundtrack to future memories.

    And, in this interview, we talk with Cameron about generating that music as well as everything else The Infinity Ring is currently doing plus much, much more.

    ‘Ataraxia’

    About The Infinity Ring

    Boston’s The Infinity Ring is New England’s best-kept secret, a collective that, in a short four years, has risen to the rank of live juggernaut. Though the title of their latest recorded release may indicate otherwise– ‘Ataraxia’, or the state of tranquillity and calm– it positively lives up to the promise of their incendiary live show. ‘Ataraxia’ describes the album’s existential and personal state upon completion– a long and arduous path that nearly broke the band in the process. Built across two studios for close to a year, ‘Ataraxia’ is an album that represents the exploration, the emotional toll, and ultimately the ecstasy of creation. It’s a release that challenged the band to move into new realms and push themselves to the brink– musically, emotionally, creatively, and spiritually.

    “In the creation of ‘Ataraxia’, we felt like we had mined so many dark spaces and ideas that in a lot of ways it had taken an extremely emotional and creative toll,” explains The Infinity Ring frontman Cameron Moretti. “We began to realize that the themes of the work had become manifest, affecting our vision, approach, and ideas in a way inconsistent with our goals of catharsis. So we took some time. And in taking a pause, we gained perspective and were able to look further inward, to explore some of the turmoil and found that the only path out was through– redemption via a beacon of light shining on the dark corners that we had created for ourselves.”

    ‘Ataraxia’’s first single “Elysium,” is a regal and monolithic track that punctuates each harrowing moment with angelic choir, violin, and marching drums. Taking the cinematic qualities of Swans, the dramatic crescendo of Japan’s envy, and the emotional heft of Philip Glass, “Elysium” is a wide-angle look into the world of The Infinity Ring. It’s a bold, ambitious yet well-executed composition alternating between chaos and pensive beauty, eventually working towards an ecstatic climax before crumbling under its majesty. Whether via your standard “rock band” configuration or utilizing noise, processed samples, keys, industrial percussion,n or chamber quartet, The Infinity Ring’s work can feel classical, learned, and wise beyond their years.

    Initial tracking took place in June 2022 at Marcata Studio in upstate New York, a place that inspired the band greatly due to its serene setting and storied history with Swans, The Walkmen, Wooden Wan,d and Pile. The change in location from their previous home of God City Studios creates a sense of unease, lack of comfort,t and mild chaos to convey some of those feelings into our work. As tracking began, the turmoil in recording the then-unnamed LP forced a short hiatus, requiring the band to take a breather and retool. Eventually picking the project back up in April 2023 for the more familiar setting, God City.

    The Infinity Ring is a collective united under the banner of experimentalism, featuring the following players:
    • Cameron Moretti – Vocals / Guitars
    • Francesca Caruso – Violin
    • Andy Tamulonis – Bass
    • Matt Bond – Keyboards
    • John Funk – Drums

    The band draws from musicians long active in disparate scenes within the Boston musical underground, incorporating influences that range from metal to crust punk to industrial to electronic scenes. Their music is inspired by the liberty found in acts like Leonard Cohen, This Mortal Coil, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Can, Amon Düül, Faust, Current 93, etc. What began in 2020 as an experimental take on dark folk music with added elements of drone and noise eventually grew to incorporate no wave, post-metal, and black metal, with elements of occult and spiritualism throughout– adhering to none but reminiscent of all.

    The band spent most of 2020 and 2021 experimenting in various studios around New England, eventually leading to the collaborative Ohr LP with Jarboe. In early 2022, the band set out to record its debut album, Nemesis & Nativity, at God City Studios in Salem, Massachusetts. Released by Profound Lore in 2023, the record was a revelation throughout the underground, leading to collaborative gigs with Marisa Nadler, and appearances at SXSW, Roadburn, and Desertfest NYC. 2025 will see the release of ‘Ataraxia’, the first LP in a series of new material due this calendar year.


    LINKS:
    https://theinfinityring.bandcamp.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/theinfinityring/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/7coXApDvpixZcFjdfqzOXg

    Terra Lightfoot – Higher & Higher

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    Editorial Team
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    Terra Lightfoot - Higher & Higher
    Terra Lightfoot - Higher & Higher

    Drop the needle on Healing Power, the bright, bold new album from acclaimed Canadian recording artist Terra Lightfoot, and you won’t be surprised to learn that it was inspired at high altitude. The album’s cover photo sets the scene — a striking European larch at the edge of the timberline, high above a grassy plateau, Limestone Alps rising in the distance like a dream just out of reach. Alone in Austria, just ahead of a string of solo European dates, and just a third of the way into a sprawling world tour, Lightfoot found herself on a mountaintop beneath that tree, singing and playing guitar, touching grass and drilling into the depths of her emotions.

    She was surrounded by flowers yellow and blue, and though Lightfoot herself has been given her share of flowers — a pair of JUNO nominations, a long-list Polaris nod, lead single “Paradise” soundtracking the CBC’s first 2018 Winter Olympics wrap — the strain of nearly three years of steady roadwork was eroding the ground under her feet. The tree ultimately became emblematic of the next chapter of Lightfoot’s artistic journey as well as the unassuming cover star of her sixth album.

    “The story,” Lightfoot says, “is that everything comes back around. It was my idea to call the record Healing Power, and I thought of the most healing place that I knew in the world. That tree taught me about perseverance. It was the only tree living at that altitude. It just kept growing. And I knew I had to be like that too: just to keep growing and changing.”

    Healing Power is further evidence of Lightfoot’s ability to do just that. To describe her decade-plus musical evolution as astonishing is something of an understatement. Along the way, Lightfoot’s marathon tours have touched down in eight countries across four continents (including support slots for Bruce Cockburn, Blue Rodeo, Toad the Wet Sprocket, The Posies, The Sheepdogs, and Willie Nelson). She also conceived, created, curated, produced, and co-headlined The Longest Road Show, an all-female touring revue. In October 2020, Lightfoot released Consider the Speed, recorded by Grammy-winning producer Jay Newland at Memphis’ legendary Royal Studios. In early 2022, Lightfoot launched her label, Midnight Choir, with a cover of Leadbelly’s “Where Did You Sleep Last Night?” and fan-favorite original composition, “Sleepyhead”, covered by Sarah Blackwood of Walk Off The Earth.

    With 2023’s Healing Power (out October 13, 2023, on Sonic Unyon Records), Lightfoot showcases her considerable clout as a pop songsmith, delivering a dozen stunning tracks that together represent a career-high. The album is her third outing with producer Gus van Go, and it is a tribute to her creative ambitions and capacity that the collaboration is yet another quantum leap in her artistic development.

    “There was a sense of freedom, both personally and creatively, that struck me while I was writing this record,” Lightfoot says. “Once I got back into the studio with Gus, having already made two records with him, there was an undeniable comfort and workflow that we just fell into. We are super productive together in the studio. I also seem to get my best vocal takes with Gus behind the board. We built this record pretty quickly together with the band on call whenever we needed them.”

    Healing Power delivers the peerless pop-rock album that fans have long known that she always had in her. The set captures the crackling chemistry of the core live trio — most of the album finds Lightfoot backed by bassist Elijah Abrams and Blue Rodeo’s Glenn Milchem on drums. This compact and capable team of players reinforces the strengths of Lightfoot’s remarkable material. From hand-clapping head-turner “Cross Border Lovers” through the cinematic ballad “Out Of Time” that closes it, Lightfoot’s artistic range is again on full display, and her musical talents are never short of dazzling. A buoyant pop-rock record at its core, Healing Power is a prismatic tour de force from the charismatic rocker.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    Featured image by Lyle Bell.

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/terralightfoot
    https://www.terralightfoot.com/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@terralightfoot
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/2LnGGtWA0aGHKW0hRghrWq
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBUk6guA6llVgZujqA6Xz0w
    https://terra-lightfoot.bandcamp.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/terralightfoot/
    https://www.instagram.com/terralightfoot/

    JetStream Pony – Tendrils

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    Ryan Martin
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    JetStream Pony has premiered their new video for the track titled ‘Tendrils’, from their upcoming album ‘Bowerbirds and Blue Things’ dropping this month.

    A slightly dark take with an ominous guitar riff that surrounds the lucid signature sound of the vocals, ‘Tendrils’ is more than it appears to be. It’s a throwback to that classic alternative sound while becoming a look ahead to what indie music should retain. Truly an original sound from a band that feels like a set of veterans showing the rest of us how it’s done.

    With a partly jam-band quality and a deep dive into atmospheric hooks, JetStream Pony takes that beautiful noise of guitars, bass, and drums, and creates a thick atmosphere of solemn sound, and makes that their signature with the creativity of true artists and the message only poets can bring.

    About JetStream Pony

    Jetstream Pony is based in Brighton/Croydon UK, and comes from a love of post-punk and power-pop, featuring Beth Arzy (The Luxembourg Signal/Trembling Blue Stars/Aberdeen) on vocals and percussion, Shaun Charman (The Wedding Present/The Popguns/The Fireworks) on guitar and vocals, Kerry Boettcher on bass and Tom Levesley on drums, recently joined by Mark Matthews (The Dentists/The Treasures of Mexico) on guitar.

    The band released their debut single “Like You Less”/”Had Enough” in late 2017 on Kleine Untergrund Schallplatten to enthusiastic reviews and radio play around the world, including BBC6 Music. Two sold-out singles followed along with gigs around the UK and Europe, leading to the self-titled debut album on KUS/Shelflife in May 2020. The album received fantastic reviews, selling out two pressings before being reissued (twice) by Spinout Nuggets and making many best-of-year lists. Mini-album “Misplaced Words” and single “Sixes and Sevens” developed the sound, balancing indie-pop with something darker – twelve-string guitar and harmonies, but also heavy bass and sometimes a two-drummer rhythm section.

    Now the band is back, with a new full-length album “Bowerbirds and Blue Things”, for release in March 2025 on Spinout Nuggets in the UK, Shelflife Records in North America. The band’s evolution continues, and there are branches into new territory. The Relativity of Wrong is driven by heavy bass, a tale of youthful misbehavior with guest vocals from Eleni Poulou, formerly of The Fall. Tendrils has a darker presence sung by Kerry, echoing and ghostly. Bonanza 2 Tango Sierra and Look Alive! both have a driving feel, and the power pop is still intact with songs like “Bubblegum Nothingness”. Bowerbirds and Blue Things is a varied album that keeps the underlying Jetstream Pony sound but with real development. The album will be available on vinyl and CD, available from all good record shops!

    LINKS:
    https://instagram.com/jetstream_pony
    https://jetstreampony.bandcamp.com

    Phonseca – English Night

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    Ryan Martin
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    Phonseca has premiered their new video for the track titled ‘English Night’, releasing tomorrow, from their upcoming album ‘Everything Lasts Forever’, dropping March 28th via the Old Bad Habits Label.

    Just in time for that summer fun, for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, that we’ve all been waiting for, Phonseca brings a bit of that warmth to the heart and a smile on the face with a song of hope, harmony, and happiness as a preview for what is to come next week.

    A light dance track with beautiful vocals and a heavenly bridge that really makes the song and takes it in another direction altogether, ‘English Night’ is a song that will represent Phonseca from here on out and relate to a feeling of better times to all those who listen to it.

    Check out our other features with Phonseca HERE.

    About ‘Everything Lasts Forever’

    Five years after their debut album ‘Between A Dream’, Bristol synthpop duo Phonseca return with ‘Everything Lasts Forever’, an album that sparkles and shimmers.

    ‘Between A Dream’ was championed in the UK on BBC Radio 6 Music by both Gideon Coe and Steve Lamacq. With Steve Lamacq featuring it in his “Recommends” show. It also picked up lots of airplay and excellent reviews around the world. ‘Everything Lasts Forever’ is a joyous, upbeat record that picks up where ‘Between A Dream’ left off and unashamedly embraces more of a synth-pop feel than its acclaimed predecessor.

    Phonseca brings together Bristol’s much-respected keys/synth player Matthew O’Connor and radiant Swedish vocalist Kristina Sheppard. Matthew’s classical piano training influences his work. In addition to Phonseca, he has composed Library Music where his work has been synched on primetime TV like BBC1’s – The One Show, Channel 5 programs, and National TV in most of Europe. This was the catalyst for first writing with Kristina, initially working on songs for a Disney project which followed a chance meeting at a wedding fayre, where they had stalls directly opposite each other. Since its release, the pair have spent the past few years promoting the debut album while writing/recording ‘Everything Lasts Forever’, which is now ready for release via Old Bad Habits Label.

    ‘Everything Lasts Forever’ happily takes its inspiration from the likes of New Order, The Beloved, Chromatics, The xx, Robyn, Pet Shop Boys, and Ryuichi Sakamoto. The range of Kristina’s voice perfectly captures the variety of feelings that the lyrics portray. Putting herself at the center of songs that cover Love, Grief, Clubbing, and Internationalism. Also included is their take, on timeless pop classic Downtown.

    In addition to the vocal tracks, there are several ambient/soundtrack-inspired instrumentals, completing a varied yet balanced album of effervescent, nocturnal, and emotive pop music. The album ends with the poignant, solo piano track ‘Our Star’, allowing you to pause, and reflect on things.

    On the album, O’Connor states, “I realized recently that almost all of these tunes have a nocturnal element to them in one form or another. There is a thread of pure optimism too, even in their bleakest moments, running through them and they lend the album its title. Everything Lasts Forever, comes from the theory that when something dies, it doesn’t end there, its atoms and energy carry on, long after, until the stars go out.”

    Alongside the album release, Phonseca will release a new single, ‘English Night,’ on 21st March, with an accompanying video. ‘English Night is a joyous, upbeat electro-pop track with positive synth moods and soaring, uplifting vocals.

    On ‘English Night’, O’Connor states, “English Night is the most optimistic song we’ve ever written. It is Bizarre Inc. that meets Sophie Ellis Bexter with a dash of St Etienne. I’ve always wanted to pay some kind of homage to Clubland as it has inspired me so much over the years. The middle section is my favorite part of the entire album, a real hands-in-the-air moment. I can still recall the exact moment Kristina came up with it, jaw-dropping, it gets me every time.”

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/mocphonseca
    https://www.facebook.com/mocphonseca/

    Landikhan and Isadora Mulvey – Ride Or Die

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    Editorial Team
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    Landikhan and Isadora Mulvey
    Landikhan and Isadora Mulvey

    Landikhan and Isadora Mulvey team up for their new release, “Ride or Die.” The stunning single explores the concept of being ‘ride or die’—someone who remains loyal and supportive in all circumstances, regardless of the risk or cost. Isadora’s beautifully vulnerable lyrics portray the love and commitment between two people, playing with metaphors such as “you’re under my skin, it’s like you’re tattooed in” to reaffirm these themes.

    Alongside Isadora’s poetic lyrics and soulful vocals, Landikhan’s immersive production shimmers with iridescent, oscillating synths and fast-paced beats, resulting in an intoxicating sound that pulls you deeper into the mesmerizing realm they have created together.

    Landikhan, born in Madrid, is a self-taught DJ and producer celebrated for his deep and experimental electronic music. He has been a resident artist at the renowned Woomoon and Storytellers parties. Performing globally for years, Landikhan’s dynamic and innovative productions have solidified his reputation in the electronic scene.

    Isadora Mulvey is a talented musician, songwriter, and singer who has toured extensively, performing at prestigious venues including The Pyramid Stage Glastonbury, Brixton Academy, Shepherds BushEmpire, The Roundhouse, Paradiso Amsterdam and many more. She collaborates alongside many artists and performs almost weekly across music venues in Ibiza. Her contributions have been recognized by fellow musicians including Nick Mulvey, who highlighted her unique impact on their collective sound.

    Combining their unique talents and experience, Landikhan and Isadora are embarking on an exciting new chapter, with the release of “Ride or Die.”

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    Featured image by Linda Wit.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/isadora_mulvey/
    https://www.instagram.com/landikhanmusic/

    Melvins – King Of Rome + Tour Dates

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    Ryan Martin
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    Melvins - King Of Rome + Tour Dates
    Melvins - King Of Rome + Tour Dates

    Melvins have today released their new single titled ‘King Of Rome’ from their upcoming album ‘Thunderball‘, dropping April 18th via Ipecac Recordings. As part of their ‘Melvins 1983’ series to commemorate the year of their formation, the Melvins continue their almost half-century of FAFO-style rock with sonic anarchy and creative panache that only a trio of sick fucks like these can ultimately churn out.

    From being one of the creators of this pure and sheer style of music to being the evolutionary purveyors and curators of the rebelliousness and raw power that is continually fresh and focused, Melvins takes it to the next level and then kicks the ladder away because, well, who else can make it pure like this.

    This is in it’s own universe, and that universe is fucking awesome.

    About ‘Thunderball’

    ‘King Of Rome’ once again features contributions from avant-electronic artists Void Manes and Ni Maîtres, with Osborne saying of the song “The ‘King of Rome!! Hot Cross Buns! This song is a hot little punk rock number. I hope all of you enjoy it and tell your friends.” The band previously released the near-10 minute long song “Victory of the Pyramids,” which Consequence declared a “minor epic.”

    Album pre-orders are available now, with Thunderball available on a trio of vinyl variants including an indie-exclusive “Smoke Is A Color” variant and an Ipecac webstore-only “Special Mustard Gas.” The album will also be available on CD and all digital formats.

    “Mike Dillard is the original drummer for the Melvins, we’ve been friends since high school. We met in Montesano, a small town on the coast of Washington state. I hated everything about that town. I hated the people, hated the teachers, hated the cops, hated the weather and I hated how isolated it was. I had no friends at all, which was fine by me.

    My classmates proved themselves the enemy so finding someone I could relate to was great. Mike was immediately impressed with all of the weird music I was into. Up to that point, I hadn’t met anyone with an interest in any of my musical discoveries. It was an amazing time in the history of music and no one around me was interested. We were surrounded by mediocrity, stupidity, prejudice, and dangerous rednecks. We learned to play music together. We grew up together. We have remained friends all these years.

    Thunderball is the third Melvins’ 1983 record we’ve made together. I wanted this one to be bombastic. I think it is.

    I’ve been wanting to do something with Void Manes and Ni Maîtres for a long time. Both of them are exceptional talents and were a joy to work with. Their out-of-the-box use of electronics pushed Thunderball beyond my expectations.”

    Osborne worked with longtime friend Dillard and collaborators Ni Maîtres and Void Manes, whose distinct voices and contributions pushed Thunderball into new realms. Each brought a unique perspective:

    • Ni Maîtres (noise/upright bass): “Are you a sponge or a stone? Do you like to experience all facets of life, or do you shut yourself off from new experiences?”
    • Void Manes (noise/creepy machine vocals): “I was quite gratified to spill a heap of abstract electronic debris into the desert for this record. Fragments diffused in the dust, reanimating into a disturbance underneath.”
    • Mike Dillard (drums): “I love this record. I think it’s amazing—a lovely blend of beautiful noise and gut-busting grooves. Working with the Melvins is always a special treat.”

    ‘Thunderball’ Tracklist

    'Thunderball' cover.
    ‘Thunderball’ cover.
    1. King of Rome
    2. Vomit of Clarity
    3. Short Hair With A Wig
    4. Victory of the Pyramids
    5. Venus Blood

    About the Melvins

    Formed in 1983 in Montesano, Washington, the Melvins are one of modern music’s most influential bands. Founded by Buzz Osborne (vocals/guitar) with drummer Dale Crover joining a year later, the Melvins pioneered a genre-defying fusion of punk rock and heavy music. Over their four-decade career, they’ve released more than 30 original albums, countless live records, and numerous singles and rarities. Recent works include Tarantula Heart (2024), a dynamic showcase of the Melvins’ range where the songs were written after the recording, Bad Mood Rising (2022), an intense, sludge-infused exploration of their signature sound, and Five Legged Dog (2021), a 36-track acoustic retrospective that reimagines their heaviest songs alongside covers of favorite artists.

    Known for their relentless creativity and collaborations with friends like Jello Biafra, Mudhoney, and Fantômas, the Melvins have circled the globe many times over, bringing their brash and genre-busting sounds to audiences worldwide.

    Today’s Melvins lineup features Osborne, Crover, and Steven McDonald (Redd Kross), but the band’s history includes a variety of unique configurations. From the Osborne-Crover duo with Big Business’ Jared Warren and Coady Willis (Big Business) to a four-piece featuring the current line-up plus Butthole Surfers’ Jeff Pinkus, as well as Melvins Lite (with Mr. Bungle’s Trevor Dunn), the Melvins have embraced evolution and their roots simultaneously. Sometimes, you might even get the Melvins opening for the Melvins.

    Thunderball is a testament to the Melvins’ enduring legacy of innovation, defiance, and musical exploration.

    Featured image by Chris Casella.

    LINKS:
    https://www.melvins.com
    https://www.instagram.com/melvinsdotcom
    https://www.facebook.com/melvinsarmy

    Kepa Lehtinen – Dark

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    Kepa Lehtinen - Dark
    Kepa Lehtinen - Dark

    Kepa Lehtinen has today released his new EP titled ‘Dark’. Music is one of the best ways to invoke an emotion. What sets Kepa apart is his music can define those emotions and transition them into long-lasting memories. That is the talent of a true artist. ‘Dark’ is a somber set of tracks, or chapters, if you will. A unique blend of instrumentation amid an even more original style of conveyance that sets the listener apart and into his/her world. This music lives in the mind via the heart and through the soul.

    As brooding as ‘Dark’ gets, it never needs you to ‘catch up’. It simply is. It moves at your pace as your pace allows, much like a solid companion. It’s not until later that you realize the atmosphere was set by you, and that Kepa contributed the inspiration.

    Check out our other features with Kepa Lehtinen HERE.

    About Kepa Lehtinen & ‘Dark’

    Acclaimed Finnish composer Kepa Lehtinen released his latest EP Dark on March 19, 2025. The four-song effort features a prominent horror/romance mood that’s the perfect feel for Kepa’s engaging performances on Theremin, Mellotron, and piano. These legendary but unique electronic instruments are seldom heard in contemporary classical music but give Kepa an artistic edge and identity that’s unmatched in the modern scene.

    The Theremin, a hands-free, gesture-controlled instrument of Russian origin, and the Mellotron, a keyboard-based precursor to the present-day synthesizer, date back to the mid-20th Century. They create otherworldly sounds that have helped Lehtinen build a global audience for his music and achieve millions of streams.

    Kepa’s use of his instruments has evolved on Dark. “I notice that my sound is now more pad-like,” he said. “In the arrangement, the instruments merge into one wall of sound. The Theremin makes the sound image organic and the Mellotron’s wandering tune makes the sound picture big.” Listeners will also notice the wonderfully eerie tones Lehtinen conjured from the acoustic double bass.

    Kepa Lehtinen is a composer and multi-instrumentalist from Finland. He has built a solid reputation in recent years for short, atmospheric tracks that connect traditional and electronic sounds. Lehtinen is also a film/TV composer whose work has been used in countless broadcasts. His most visible recent project was creating the music for the internationally-released television series Made in Finland/Mobile 101, now available on Disney+. He has studied sound design at Aalto University and owns a recording studio.

    Lehtinen is also a husband, father, and dedicated skateboarder who feels that music is the only true magic in the world. He’s grateful and amazed that people all over the planet listen to his music.

    LINKS:
    https://www.facebook.com/kepalehtinenartist
    https://twitter.com/KepaLehtinen
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/22No3IMhBvteEfpCo3y9gz

    Melina Blanco – Siren Song

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    Melina Blanco - Siren Song
    Melina Blanco - Siren Song

    Due to the reaction from the fans and radio, she is now re-releasing the opening track, Siren Song. Already played on Gary Crowley’s BBC Radio London show.

    Creating an intimate yet energizing atmosphere, Melina combines vintage vibes with a modern edge.

    A culmination of a 4 years-long journey, It’s Happening Again brings together her recent releases and brand-new tracks. Each of them will be a snapshot of her internal world, depicting the perilous journey of a young woman coming of age. During a time in life when one grows, evolves, and learns how to navigate life, Melina spent four years crafting songs that mirror the different chapters of her journey. Each track became a reflection of her personal experiences, maturing alongside her and shaping the
    foundation of her career.

    Tracks from the EP have been featured on national radio including BBC Radio 6 and Radio X including an interview on Portobello Radio and a review and interview in Wordplay magazine.

    Melina Blanco is an indie pop singer/songwriter from Buenos Aires, Argentina based in London. Raised on The Beatles and inspired by female artists such as Phoebe Bridgers and Lorde, she uses songwriting to untangle her life experiences and emotions. Over the last year, she has been playing live with her all-female band such as at 2000Trees Festival and headlining Notting Hill Arts Club.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://melina-blanco.carrd.co/
    https://instagram.com/melinablancomusic
    https://www.tiktok.com/@melinablanco.music
    https://www.youtube.com/@MelinaBlanco19
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iqwFBtIE28siEFkDkCsl5

    Fotoform – Grief is a Garden + Tour Dates

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    Ryan Martin
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    Fotoform has today released their new video and single titled ‘Grief is a Garden’ from their upcoming album ‘ Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom)’, dropping April 18th via Dismal Nitch.

    Fotoform is a band that you have to follow. Follow as they evolve and attach their music to those times in your life when music can make the sour a little sweeter. This is more than true with the title track of their upcoming release. It transitions between the unbearable, the overwhelming, the reminiscing, and, finally, the acceptance and growth. Fondness is inevitable, although it rarely feels like it is.

    This track and video, directed by Erik Foster, takes that road of emotion and makes it a bit less bumpy. Both through relation and beautiful music that feels like a sonic embrace.

    About ‘Grief is a Garden’

    Fotoform, the Seattle-based shoegaze-infused post-punk band known for their emotionally charged music, is set to release their highly anticipated third album Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom) on April 18. The album follows the success of their critically acclaimed Horizons (2021) and will be available digitally and on limited edition vinyl (pre-order). In support of the album, the band will embark on a series of European dates before returning to Seattle for their hometown release show at the Tractor Tavern on May 29, presented by KEXP.

    The track delves into deeply personal themes of grief and loss, with Kim House of Fotoform offering insight into its creation:

    “The title track to our upcoming album, “Grief is a Garden” reflects on grief’s enduring, ever-evolving nature and how it changes over time. Grief blooms, decays, and nourishes itself, embodying love, beauty, pain, and transformation. As we move through life, we accumulate grief, and the song contemplates the evolving nature of our relationship to loss and love, as grief becomes a part of us, forever changing us and informing our new selves as we continue with life after loss.

    My brother Jeff passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the end of February, right after we released our first single. I am still trying to absorb the devastating reality that he is gone. I never could have imagined I would lose another brother just as we are starting to release songs off our album, which is centered around grief, loss, resilience, and healing. The lyric “Waves keep crashing, unforeseen, losing someone is never what it seems” has been swirling around me as I feel blindsided by the loss of my brother. We’d been planning on talking about grief with the new record, but it’s another thing to suddenly find yourself newly grieving again.

    The longing for answers to life’s unknowable questions is palpable throughout this song, as I’ve wrestled with existential doubts since childhood, questioning everything from the stories I was raised with to the mysteries of life and death itself. “Into the ether, we all call out” is a reference to the unknowable place we enter when we die – an acknowledgment and a cry for connection.

    Loved ones who touch our souls meld with our spirit and never leave us. Tethers to those we’ve lost surround us when we open our hearts. We often feel these connections after we lose someone: a certain song comes on the radio or a shared symbol appears at the most poignant time. Heightened awareness of these synchronicities tethers us to those we’ve lost.

    Grief, so deeply personal yet also universal, is hanging heavy for so many of us these days. We all find ourselves in mourning, whether for loved ones, the erosion of societal values, social injustice, the dismantling of democracy, upheaval from natural disasters and the intensifying climate crisis, loss of relationships, former versions of ourselves after injury and disability, and anticipatory grief of what’s to come – the list is endless.

    Creating this album was a ritual in reflecting on grief, sitting with it, metabolizing, and letting it sink into all the cracks and crevices, fully absorbing grief to understand – and eventually release – some of its tight hold/energy. As I return to this familiar and tender state of fresh sorrow and loss, I take comfort in the knowledge that with time, grief will soften around the edges and the warmth of love will reclaim its position in the foreground.“

    With Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom), Fotoform’s sound evolves once again, blending the emotional weight of post-punk with the ethereal beauty of shoegaze. Following the success of their 2021 album Horizons, the band continues to push the boundaries of their music, refining their crystalline sound into a lush and introspective landscape of beauty, sadness, and resilience.

    Kim House (vocals, bass, synths, guitar) and Geoffrey Cox (guitars), joined again by Michael Schorr (drums, ex-Death Cab for Cutie), have created an album that dives deep into themes of loss, change, pain, and transformation. With lyrics that are both vulnerable and disarmingly honest, the album carefully unpacks existential questions, all while crafting a soundscape that is at once cathartic, graceful, and driving.

    ‘Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom)’ Tracklist

    'Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom)' cover.
    ‘Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom)’ cover.
    1. This City Is Over
    2. Skimming The Surface
    3. Grief is a Garden
    4. Shifting Sands
    5. Breathing Reliquaries
    6. If You Knew / Don’t You Worry, Baby
    7. Distant Paradise
    8. Reconcile The Blue
    9. Settle Down

    The album features a more intimate approach, moving from trauma and upheaval to reflection and understanding. Fotoform’s music still carries the darkwave influences of their earlier work but with a fresh new energy. The band continues to be shaped by their musical evolution, drawing influence from bands like The Cure, Slowdive, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, and Bat For Lashes, while adding in more acoustic and synth elements reminiscent of classic 4AD artists like This Mortal Coil, Pale Saints, and Lush.

    Fotoform’s musical journey began with their self-released debut album in 2017, which was selected as a KEXP listeners’ album of the year. They followed this success with a series of West Coast and European tours, including a notable Part-Time Punks Session. Their 2021 album Horizons earned them widespread acclaim, including SPIN’s “Video of the Day” for their track “Running,” a Bandcamp feature, KEXP write-up, and various best-of lists. With Grief is a Garden (Forever in Bloom), Fotoform’s evolution as a band is unmistakable, raising the bar for both songwriting and production.

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/fotoformband
    https://www.facebook.com/fotoformband
    https://www.instagram.com/fotoformband/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCejkUMr8hKUWXNdNzmwc1Fw

    Glen Millstone – I’ve A Way

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    Ryan Martin
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    Glen Millstone - I've A Way
    Glen Millstone - I've A Way

    Glen Millstone has released his debut single titled ‘I’ve A Way’. For such a true and earnest feeling right out of the gate for the first time out in the indie world, this is an incredible start. Featuring a fully original hook and a unique blend of instrumentation, Glen gives the song that original polish and sees everything through the lens of a unique songwriter.

    Giving the panache of a lived story, ‘I’ve A Way’ softly becomes your companion. Meant for that quiet listen during your alone time.

    About Glen Millstone

    Born beneath the Pennine hills on the outskirts of Manchester comes Glen Millstone an acoustic troubadour with spellbinding tales to tell. Doffing an old flat cap and looking like a worker from a cotton mill in 1871 this emerging artist finds pride in writing real songs for real folk. An honest songwriting approach drawing from surroundings of rainy weather, cobblestone floors, and dry-stone walls embodying the spirit of the north. A quintessentially British artist that the working class can get behind. Glen Millstone’s Debut Single “I’ve A Way” looks back on past school days in a folk narrative style reminiscent of the likes of Bob Dylan but with a pop sensibility in the harmonized choruses similar to Elvis Costello or Jeff Lynne (ELO).

    From the outset, it is made clear that this is an artist who wants to push boundaries as the single includes an acoustic guitar harmony break and a brass section. In an industry that is saturated with manufactured pop, it’s a rarity to find tracks that have such thought and musical craftsmanship woven into the seams of the record. This first offering is a song that due to its complex layered use of subtle instrumentation and wonderfully empowering lyrics you can’t help but fall for the charming melodies accompanied by warm and tender chord patterns.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/glenmillstone/
    https://ditto.fm/ive-a-way
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTzHc4f7siThMNTIB0obJ1g
    https://www.facebook.com/GlenMillstoneMusic

    Flo Assy – Hollywood

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    Flo Assy - Hollywood
    Flo Assy - Hollywood

    In 2014, Flo Assy started recording in a studio thanks to the help of a female friend from the University who introduced him to the Youth Organization where the music studio sessions were occurring.

    In 2015, He released his first album which was a French Rap album.

    Located in Brisbane at the time, Flo Assy moved back to Reunion Island in 2015 and since then has been striving to perfect his craft as well as his label.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://x.com/floassyartist
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089846523720
    https://www.instagram.com/floassyartist/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@floassyartist
    https://snapchat.com/t/DVXdcGnB

    Sure – Destruction Of Form

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    Ryan Martin
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    Sure - Destruction Of Form
    Sure - Destruction Of Form

    Sure has released their new album titled ‘Destruction Of Form’ via Frozen Records. An album that leaves you excited at the end of that initial test drive is an album that you remember. And that is what all artists should achieve. Being memorable is the most important thing an artist can achieve with their music. Every song is in the right place and every note is given its due. A concept from an idea that became an emotion as it was put into the hard drive.

    While you may say that this is an electronic album, you would be giving the album and the band a big disservice by labeling them less than what they are. Sure is a trio of innovators. Think power trio for the third millennium. A band that demands you see them live because each show is an experience that becomes that memory that never fades.

    Check out our other features with Sure HERE.

    About Sure

    Escape from your life & the march of the world, and recklessly dance on the ashes of your past. French trio SURE continues to explore post-modern disarray, spilling into visceral melodies, driven by irresistible dance-floor beats and a voice that stretches between the extremes, all the way to synth-pop.

    2020 marked the release of ‘Twenty Years’, their unanimously praised debut album, combining post-punk power with cold-wave melancholy. With their upcoming Destruction Of Form, the band moves away from the genre’s academicism, finding a curious industrial sensuality, both dangerous and seductive. Still oscillating between darkness and pleasure, this new album recalls the melodic clarity of DEPECHE MODE, the extreme production of THE SOFT MOON, and the polished modernity of HEALTH.

    LINKS:
    http://www.facebook.com/suredancedie/
    http://www.instagram.com/sure.dance.die/
    https://www.youtube.com/@suredancedie
    https://www.tiktok.com/@sure.dance.die

    Coffin Prick – Soap + Tour Dates

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    Ryan Martin
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    Coffin Prick - Soap
    Coffin Prick - Soap

    Coffin Prick has today released his new single titled ‘Soap’, from his upcoming album ‘Loose Enchantment’, dropping May 16th via Temporal Drift.

    Avant-Garde without the obscurity is my best description on this first listen. Accessibility with excessiveness filtered through that certain something that makes things brilliantly light up the outside of that box. This is a track I can’t just listen too just once. Think of an amazing side project that stems from an already original band. Like what Tom Tom Club was to Talking Heads. Layers upon layers separate it from the mainstream until it becomes its own mainstream.

    ‘Soap’ is the very definition of that original feeling, not just sound, that we so desperately need in the music industry. Independent by design. In every single way.

    “This tune, a reconstructed skeleton, was first conceived of a few years before I recorded the version you’re hearing for yourself now. Turned inside out from its original instrumental form, a vocal song of secrets tightly held in broken hands! Featuring the first appearance of acoustic drumming on a Coffin Prick number (Ably handled by CP live-band drum man, Alejandro Salazar-Dyer), “Soap” is my ode to the inexplicable allure and dichotomy of disappearing AND being found out. A way of scrubbing the record clean. Keeping clean is more than mere allusion. The only “guitar solo” on the album. Yes…You read that right.”
    Coffin Prick

    About ‘Loose Enchantment’

    Loose Enchantment, this latest Coffin Prick record, is music conceived of in a different frame of mind for humans living in a world nearly disenchanted with itself. The album consists of eleven new pieces of music recorded by Coffin Prick himself at his home in Los Angeles, a great city of quicksand-like commitments and those who love them enough to uphold the ends of their collective bargains. A record as much about the confusion of modern life as it has endeavored to expose the lusts in the very loins of creation. Sounds enchanting enough for you? Let’s look a little more closely…

    Coffin Prick primarily records, on his own, though he occasionally receives great collaborative assistance from a sometimes-silent and shadowy partner, Pancho. When the time is right, he leans on a host of harmonically sympathetic luminaries that exist in and out of his immediate musical community, including Steven Brown (Tuxedomoon), Alejandro Salazar-Dyer (Rincs), Kathy Lea (Soft Location), John Herndon (Tortoise), and Aaron Fernandez Olson (LA Takedown). These musical endeavors implement elements of the technologically advanced and the undeniably broken. Equally informed by the not-so-distant past as imaginary future scenarios, his ongoing recorded life continues to mine this deep well. Not so much a “solo” performer as an idea, Coffin Prick is a malleable form whose potential is concurrently cemented and unknown.

    On the heels of 2023’s Laughing (Sophomore Lounge), Coffin Prick got busy. And fast. Playing shows into the year with a newly minted live band, while working day and night in his home studio laying the ground for what would become Loose Enchantment. Whereas he was essentially a recording know-nothing at the inception of his last LP, he’d learned a thing or two about better capturing his ideas by this point, taking the sidesteps and victories born of the experience Laughing provided and turning the bright lights on them. As many of Los Angeles’s drivers choose to do, it was time to take some surface roads. Odes to self-delusion, the mysteries of creation, cleanliness, and the secrets in other people’s lives.

    A little Loose Enchantment for everyone.

    ‘Loose Enchantment’ Tracklist

    'Loose Enchantment' cover.
    ‘Loose Enchantment’ cover.
    1. Follow You Where You’re Talking
    2. Shortly Forgotten Pleasure
    3. Loose Enchantment
    4. Exile In Exile
    5. Work (ft. Steven Brown of Tuxedomoon)
    6. Push-Button Village
    7. Soap
    8. Spy v Spy
    9. Theme From “Other People’s Lives”
    10. Window In Your Eye
    11. Western Folly: Floating Love/Drying Off In The Rain/How Seconds Work

    About Coffin Prick

    Coffin Prick is currently based in Los Angeles, CA. He records on his own, though he occasionally receives great collaborative assistance from a sometimes-silent and shadowy partner, Pancho. Previously of Cavity and The Cairo Gang, when the time is right, he leans on a host of harmonically sympathetic luminaries in and out of his immediate musical community.

    These musical endeavors implement elements of the technologically advanced and the undeniably broken. Equally informed by the not-so-distant past as imaginary future scenarios, his ongoing recorded life continues to mine this deep well. Not so much a “solo” performer as an idea, Coffin Prick is a malleable form whose potential is concurrently cemented and unknown.

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/coffinprick
    https://www.instagram.com/coffinprick
    https://www.instagram.com/temporal_drift/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@temporaldrift

    Mike Andersen – Only For You

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    Mike Andersen - Only For You
    Mike Andersen - Only For You

    Mike Andersen, the Aarhus-based roots artist, has announced the upcoming release of his 10th album, along with a solo tour this spring. His first single, ‘Only For You’, offers a glimpse into the intimate, acoustic side of his new work. The song is stripped down to just vocals and acoustic guitar, aligning with the vulnerable theme of opening up to a new relationship and allowing oneself to be truly seen.

    Produced by Christian Ki, who has earned critical acclaim for both his solo albums and work with artists like Simone Tang, the new single is an honest, minimalist creation with Americana influences. The accompanying black-and-white animated music video reflects the raw emotional tone of the song.

    In addition to the release of ‘Only For You’, Mike Andersen will embark on an extensive solo tour across Denmark in April and May, performing in venues like Amager Bio and Dexter.

    Mike Andersen, who debuted in 2002 with ‘My Love for The Blues’, has consistently evolved as an artist blending blues and roots with contemporary influences. His dynamic live shows and music have earned him numerous awards, including two DMA Blues awards in 2022. With this new album and tour, he continues to solidify his place in Denmark’s music scene and internationally.

    About Mike Andersen

    Mike Andersen has a uniquely characteristic and powerful voice, an intense guitar style, and a fantastic band. These are just a few of the many reasons he is one of the prime concert attractions in Denmark and Northern Europe.

    The inspiration of years of touring has given Mike’s new recording the maturity and soul of hard-earned real-life experience. You can hear it and feel it or as Mike says it: “I’m old enough to smile at how amusing my younger self’s know-it-all attitude was back in the day. I’m also old enough to understand the importance of keeping an open mind and moving forward, not backward.”

    SOURCE: Official Biography

    LINKS:
    https://mikeandersen.com
    https://www.facebook.com/MikeAndersenArtistPage/
    https://www.instagram.com/mikeandersendk/

    j.aaron – Beautiful You Are

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    j.aaron - Beautiful You Are
    j.aaron - Beautiful You Are

    j.aaron’s latest track is an intimate reflection on an unexpected love affair abroad—a short-lived moment of warmth in the cold night air. Written, performed, and produced by j.aaron, with piano accompaniment and co-production by longtime friend Shandon Campbell, the song embraces R&B influences, allowing its stripped-down vocals to heighten the urgency and longing of loving someone with limited time.

    The repeated question, “Do you know how beautiful you are?” captures the overwhelming intensity of an instant connection, clouding all else with pure emotion. Initially, the song was never meant to be released, as j.aaron felt the demo was too vulnerable, too raw—an imperfection he hesitated to share. But that rawness is exactly what gives the track its power. Recalling the night, he describes the surreal link between two strangers caught in an ephemeral embrace, knowing the night wouldn’t last forever. “We stayed together until the sun came up… I knew if I never saw her again, that’s the one thing I wanted to leave her with—how beautiful she was.” The song’s simplicity makes it timeless, capturing a love that existed perfectly in the moment, never needing to be anything more.

    Hailing from New Jersey, j.aaron is a dynamic artist known for his fusion of soulful R&B vocals, hip-hop, and funk, captivating audiences with electrifying performances and undeniable swagger. Overcoming a turbulent upbringing marked by poverty, violence, and homelessness, he found solace in music, a force he credits with saving his life. His journey began in a Baptist church and led him to join the R&B/funk a cappella group Duwendé, eventually performing at legendary venues like Radio City Music Hall.

    With appearances on NBC’s The Winner Is and America’s Got Talent and collaborations that have amassed millions of streams on YouTube and Spotify, j.aaron has also lent his talents to artists ranging from 50 Cent to legends like Tony Orlando and Kenny Rogers. His previous singles, “MOVE!” and “CA$H” earned praise from Glide Magazine, New Music Weekly, and Global Money World, further cementing his place as a force in the industry.

    Check out our other features with j.aaron HERE.

    About j.aaron

    Multi-hyphenated talent j.aaron has entertained crowds all over the world with his driving, soulful R&B vocals while combining hip-hop with funk, complete with his ‘let-it-all-out swagger’ on stage. This New Jersey native checks all the boxes: raised in poverty, violence, college dropout, homelessness – you name it. Despite the circumstances, he’s managed to make a career out of the very thing he credits to keeping him alive: music.

    Experiencing the power of music in his Baptist church as a kid made his decision to study music easy. After spending a night in jail and subsequently fired from his restaurant gig the next day, he decided to go full-time with music. Taking a leap of faith, he dropped out of college to join Duwendé, an R&B/funk a cappella band, to hit the road for the first time.

    Since then, he’s won several awards as a vocalist and songwriter and has earned an illustrious reputation in the New York City club date scene-leading bands in small bars and legendary clubs like The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, and Whelan’s in Dublin up to world-famous venues like the Royal Theater in Amsterdam, and Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

    He’s made several National TV appearances including NBC’s The Winner Is and America’s Got Talent in addition to being featured on songs that’ve amassed millions of streams on YouTube and Spotify with other acts. j.aaron’s career includes backing big artists, from 50 Cent to bonafide legends like Tony Orlando and Kenny Rogers.

    Now, he’s ready to make his name known. Sonically, you can expect his music to “blends Hip Hop, Pop, and R&B styles effortlessly” while “building a soulful atmosphere along with [his] vocal”. From his catchy melodies to the spirited flow of his heartfelt rap verses, his music finds a depth in pop that is rarely matched – ranging from feel-good vibes and healing to love, heartbreak, and loss. With this raw baritone voice comes an undeniably contagious warmth. And when you add in his charismatic live performances, this makes him a dynamic artist you don’t want to miss.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://hollatchaboykin.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/jaaron_hi/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@jaaron_hi
    https://x.com/hollatchaboykin

    Peter Landi – Turn Back Now

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    Peter Landi - Turn Back Now
    Peter Landi - Turn Back Now

    Alternative rock singer-songwriter Peter Landi unveils his latest single, “Turn Back Now”—a driving, atmospheric track that blends nostalgic storytelling with compelling simplicity. Built around just three repeating chords, the song manages to evolve dynamically, keeping listeners engaged through subtle shifts in rhythm and phrasing.

    “Turn Back Now” was a labor of persistence in the studio. Co-producer Tyler Semrick-Palmateer and Landi wrestled with two key elements: the snare drum and the vocals. Taking inspiration from Steve Ferrone’s work on Tom Petty’s Wildflowers, they opted for an unusually high snare tuning that initially felt out of place but ultimately sat perfectly within the mix. Meanwhile, despite re-recording vocals on a high-end microphone, nothing matched the raw emotion of Landi’s original demo take—so they kept it, preserving the authenticity that makes the song shine.

    About Peter Landi

    With influences ranging from Tom Petty and Oasis to Queens of the Stone Age, Landi crafts songs that feel both timeless and fresh. “Turn Back Now” continues his streak of hook-laden, melody-driven releases, further establishing his unique voice in the alternative rock scene.

    Peter Landi is a multi-instrumentalist hailing from the East End of Long Island, New York. Now based in Toronto, he has spent nearly a decade immersing himself in the Canadian music scene. Shortly after relocating, he joined the punk outfit Single Mothers and has since become a sought-after touring and studio drummer for artists like Julianna Riolino, Nicolette & The Nobodies, Espanola, Eamon McGrath, and The Drew Thomson Foundation.

    During the pandemic, Landi revisited old demos, unlocking a new phase in his songwriting. His first single, “High,” was featured in the critically acclaimed IFC Canadian slasher film In A Violent Nature.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    Featured image by Brooke Tutty.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/peterlandi
    https://www.youtube.com/@peterlandimusic
    https://peterlandi.bandcamp.com/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/2x15cqzXXYwc5qXk8vQFCk
    https://music.apple.com/us/artist/peter-landi/1505664623

    The Loft – Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same + Tour Dates

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    Ryan Martin
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    The Loft - Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same
    The Loft - Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same

    The Loft has today released their new album titled ‘Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same’ as well as a short documentary of said album (below) via Tapete Records.

    While The Loft is clearly placed in that ‘legendary’ status that most musicians try to achieve, they take that status a step further by showing their ongoing relevancy with ‘Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same’. Pop-jangled rock-infused legend secure tracks put in the most pristine and perfect order possible, ‘Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same’ demands a listen from start to finish to get the full experience.

    You will, no doubt, find a favorite track. And that track will change with every listen as you grow to appreciate this album.

    About ‘Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same’

    The Loft notched up an impressive list of firsts for Creation Records’ artists back in the mid-80s. First Creation band on TV, first to hit the top of the indie singles chart, first to be invited on to a major UK tour, and the first Creation band to record a coveted BBC radio session – for Janice Long’s Radio One show in 1984. Then they split up.

    Since that infamous onstage tragedy; splitting up mid-song, at the Hammersmith Palais in front of 3,000 people when on the verge of Big Time indie greatness, the band has reunited. Just as their status as one of the UK’s most influential guitar bands of the 80s continues to grow and to influence a host of younger artists, and thirty-nine years after that acrimonious split, it seemed the time was right to record their debut album.

    Last year, after a sell-out show at London’s MOTH club and their heralded appearance at the Glas-Goes Pop festival, the group was invited by BBC 6 Music’s ‘Riley & Coe’ to record its fourth BBC session, at Maida Vale’s famous Studio 4. Within 6 months the session was rush-released by Precious Recordings of London on glorious ten-inch vinyl.

    Enter Hamburg-based, Tapete Records, who, hearing rumors about new Loft material, snapped up the album and signed the band without hearing a single note.

    The album was recorded in Hackney in August and produced by Dexys’ Sean Read with the original Loft lineup of Pete Astor (guitar /vocals) Andy Strickland (guitar), Bill Prince (bass), and Dave Morgan (drums).

    “Time has been kind to us I think; where once the world felt impossible and threatening, we seem to have learned to be more careful of each other and focus on playing together,” says singer, guitarist, and songwriter, Pete Astor.

    “We’re having a blast. It’s incredibly exciting to not only be setting out on tour again but now with a brand new set of songs to play alongside some of our, ahem, ‘greatest hits’, says drummer, Dave Morgan.

    “The Loft has always been just the four of us and it’s a real thrill to be writing and recording and playing across the UK with the band again. We’re sounding better than ever….” says guitarist Andy Strickland

    Don’t take their word for it – see for yourself on the Everything Changes, Everything Stays The Same tour in March 2025.

    LINK:
    https://www.tapeterecords.de/artists/the-loft

    Jadelyn – Throw It Back

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    Jadelyn - Throw It Back
    Jadelyn - Throw It Back

    Jadelyn has today released her new single titled ‘Throw It Back’. Seven million Spotify Streams can’t be wrong. Jadelyn is an immersive artist who takes the listener on a joyous ride through life and lessons learned via her knack for musical hooks and panache for sonic style. Showing how robust the indie scene is, Jadelyn shows that being self-released means self-reliance and making a career on your own terms is more than possible, it’s preferable.

    Subtle in execution and serene in overall sound, ‘Throw It Back’ pushes everything forward with a sound that is as original as it is mesmerizing.

    About ‘Throw It Back’

    “Throw it Back” perfectly captures the wistful affection we all feel when reminiscing. Flipping through old yearbooks, we often wonder where our former friends, rivals, and first loves ended up. Jadelyn channels that longing into a beautifully crafted blend of lyrics and melodies, transporting listeners back to their teenage years. “We all have those people from high school we fantasize about running into years later,” Jadelyn shares. “Maybe it’s the varsity quarterback you thought you’d marry or the best friend who moved away after graduation and slowly faded from your life.

    So much has changed since you knew each other as kids, and this song is my daydream of how I feel like that encounter would go and what our conversation might look like if we happened to run into each other today.” With references to her high school football crush, cheer camp memories, late-night drives with her best friend, and carefree moments chasing after boys, the song paints a vivid picture of the All-American teenage experiences. She recalls dreaming about getting their first apartments and growing older together with her best friend. “Throw it Back” is Jadelyn’s way of exploring what that long-awaited reunion might look like if their paths crossed again today. The track was written by Jadelyn alongside JP Clark (Bryce Vine, MOD SUN, blink-182), Bryan Jarett, and Rob Nagelhout.

    A multi-talented model and singer-songwriter, Jadelyn began her musical journey performing at local coffee shops and talent shows in her hometown. Recognizing her vocal talent, she moved to Los Angeles in 2018 to fully pursue her passion. Fearlessly experimenting across genres and collaborating with artists of diverse styles, Jadelyn has established herself as a versatile and boundary-pushing artist. With over 7 million Spotify streams, a top 200 spot on the dance charts, and recognition on Spotify’s New Music Friday playlists, her music has resonated with listeners worldwide.

    She has earned praise from outlets such as EARMILK, Dancing Astronaut, edm.com, and DJ Times, along with recognition from iconic DJs like Tiësto and Don Diablo. Through her music, Jadelyn aims to connect with audiences by sharing honest and relatable stories drawn from her own life experiences.

    About Jadelyn

    Armed with an uncanny ability to deliver across all genres, breaking singer/songwriter Jadelyn is unrivaled, earning herself over 7 million streams on Spotify and a top 200 placement on the dance charts.

    Born in Washington State, small-town girl Jadelyn displayed a passion for music at a very young age singing country music in her hometown coffee shops and talent shows. Since moving to Los Angeles in 2018 to pursue a triple–threat career in entertainment, she has spent the last few years diving into different genres and collaborating with other artists on tracks that push her out of her comfort zone to discover the sound she feels most authentically represents Jadelyn. Her collaborative releases thus far have landed global recognition and placement on Spotify’s highly esteemed New Music Friday playlists, garnered public acclaim from DJ legends Tiesto and Don Diablo, as well as received international radio play.

    Finding Solace in her songwriting and recordings, Jadelyn proudly shares a very personal, non-glammed-up side of herself with listeners. By elaborating on the human experience through her trials and tribulations, her goal is to unapologetically show the world how she is and inspire others to do the same.

    LINKS:
    https://www.jadelynmusic.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/jadelynmusic/
    https://www.instagram.com/jadelynmusic
    https://www.tiktok.com/@jadelynmusic
    https://x.com/jadelynmusic
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0nfU2YxUfRQxknJWo3mQit
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UPYOv1SWjD4HzXVBFXBfA

    Marylène Corro – Crossover

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    Marylène Corro - Crossover
    Marylène Corro - Crossover

    With ‘Crossover’, Belgian-Chilean singer-songwriter Maryléne Corro delivers a powerful, intimate, and liberating album that resonates as a manifesto of empowerment and resilience. Her songs shed light on the need to break free from destructive patterns and rise above them. Each track represents a step in a journey toward self-acceptance, solidarity, and enlightenment.

    Musically, ‘Crossover’ blends Soul, Pop, Jazz & R’n’B with omnipresent guitar riffs that bring a raw, organic energy. Vibrant and authentic, the music is enriched with modern production.

    An immersive, sonic experience, supported by a fantastic vocal range from Maryléne, capturing the full depths of the themes explored. In a World where this is much needed right now, after hearing this album, you’ll walk away with a smile on your face and a heart full of hope.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://marylenecorro.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/marylene.corro/
    https://www.instagram.com/marylenecorro/
    https://open.spotify.com/intl-fr/artist/3JcZwTTET8pFbwcmgGkdAN
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVUHnTp4gfN14I2ApR99xFA

    Kairvina – Eternal

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    Kairvina has today released her new video for the track titled ‘Eternal’. The Mumbai-based singer-songwriter delivers a look at life through the lens of confusion, chaos, and self-deprecation through the lens of stellar songwriting. A beautiful combination of lucid atmosphere and sonically brandished and subtle encompassing music, the vocals prove to be the center of attention, reacting and emphasizing the lyrics to the music while the music reacts to the emotion.

    Kairvina is becoming one of those ‘once in a lifetime’ artists. Her originality and world sense of songwriting are both an endearment and an inspiration. Enough said.

    About Kairvina

    Kairvina is an alternative singer/songwriter born and raised in India. Her passion for music found her at a very young age, with evenings spent singing and writing songs about middle school relationships, surprisingly devastating heartbreaks, and brooding soul-searching anthems. It was only a matter of time before that creative energy led her to self-learn guitar and share that angsty spirit.

    Taking a leap of faith, Kairvina moved to Los Angeles at the age of 18. Immersing herself in her art, she formed a band, played countless gigs, and developed a conversational way of telling the stories she wanted. Inspired by Jeff Buckley, Phoebe Bridgers, and Elliott Smith, she has created her own approach to music- raw and dreamy vocals melting into soft soul and rock, with a clear passion for storytelling and poetry. Her lyrics tend to be introspective and delicate, often with an added pinch of humor, giving a stage to human imperfections.

    Her new song “Eternal” is a look at life through the lens of confusion, chaos, and good ol’self deprecation. Her first single of 2025, with many more to follow, she is on a journey of carving the musical world she’s been restlessly envisioning.

    Currently residing in Mumbai, Kairvina continues to pursue her sound with even more tenacity and supposed optimism.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/kairvina
    https://x.com/kairvina
    https://www.facebook.com/kairvina

    The Funeral March Drops Final Album ‘It All Falls Apart’ In Honor of Late Founder/Frontman Joe Whiteaker

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    The Funeral March Drops Final Album 'It All Falls Apart' In Honor of Late Founder/Frontman Joe Whiteaker
    The Funeral March Drops Final Album 'It All Falls Apart' In Honor of Late Founder/Frontman Joe Whiteaker

    Gothic rock/post-punk band The Funeral March commemorates the life and legacy of their late founder and bandleader, Joe Whiteaker (b. 21 October 1968, d. 17 May 2024), with their final release, It All Falls Apart. Tragically, Joe lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in May of 2024, shortly after completing what would be the band’s final studio recordings.

    Bassist and longtime friend, Darius McCaskey, who has since taken on the task of bringing Whiteaker and The Funeral March’s final musical statement to release, says:

    “I’d like people to know how proud Joe was of this record. We had a great time recording what would become It All Falls Apart with William Faith in 2023 before Joe was diagnosed with cancer, and he was able to hear the final mixes before he passed away. Joe didn’t have a specific theme in mind – each song was written independently, some even several years ago – but as tracks were selected and refined, this idea of things and people breaking down and falling apart emerged.”

    The Funeral March of the Marionettes – more often simply ‘The Funeral March’ – originated in Rockford IL in 1987, drawing inspiration from seminal English acts like Bowie, The Cure, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Bauhaus, and Joy Division. The band’s name, meanwhile, was a nod to Charles Gounod’s ‘Funeral March of a Marionette’; best known as the theme music for TV’s Alfred Hitchcock Presents. During this first phase of the band’s career, The Funeral March was active from their first gig in August 1987, until the mid-1990s, as Whiteaker later explained: “I looked up, and I was the only original member left, and after many years of fits and starts, when it all fell apart again, I decided it was time to leave it to slumber in its crypt… dreaming the blood red dreams of madness.”

    In 2017, after a long hiatus, Joe at last felt that the band’s thirtieth anniversary was the right time to resurrect the project, releasing their long overdue debut, The Raven EP: a remastered collection of unearthed recordings from the band’s early years. The revitalized group would go on to release a string of five EPs and several standalone singles, before entering the studio in 2023 to record what would become their final release, It All Falls Apart.

    While there have been many incarnations of the lineup over the years, Whiteaker was joined in The Funeral March by guitarist Wayne Thiele in 2020, and bassist Darius McCaskey in 2021. This trio recorded It All Falls Apart together with producer William Faith at 13 Studio in Chicago. The band is also joined on the album by guest contributors Ria Aursjoen of Octavian Winters and AURSJOEN on additional vocals; Rob Hyman of [melter] on drums; and Renard Platine on Bass VI, while the most recent live version of The Funeral March also features guitarist Jeff Goins, and drummer Joel DeLuna. Rounding the recordings out to the band’s first album-length release, It All Falls Apart also features remixes from Tweaker, BELLHEAD, and The Joy Thieves.

    Joe leaves behind a wife and two children, and all proceeds from the release of It All Falls Apart will directly support the family.

    LINKS:
    https://thefuneralmarch.bandcamp.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/thefuneralmarchofthemarionettes
    https://www.instagram.com/thefuneralmarch
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0C9DpOTlwiXuTl7xCBoz8q

    Dirty Blonde – Adore Me?

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    Labelled as one of Classic Rock’s Ones to Watch for 2025, alt-rock band, Dirty Blonde released the new single ‘Adore Me?’. Featured on their upcoming Looking for Trouble EP, ‘Adore Me?’ cements Dirty Blonde’s status as rising heavyweights in their genre. Their new EP will be released on 17th April following the band’s sold-out UK tour for Independent Venue Week.

    Manchester’s Dirty Blonde are a blonde-bombshell alt-rock duo, fronted by the powerhouse pairing of Ailis Mackay (vocals, guitar, drums) and Hayley Tait (guitar, backing vocals). Since forming in January 2023, they’ve shared the stage with acts such as Frank Carter and the Sex Pistols, Louis Tomlinson, The Lottery Winners, Cast, The Subways, and The K’s. Their debut EP, Favourite Record quickly grabbed the attention of tastemakers at BBC Radio 1 and Radio X, landing spots on major Spotify playlists, and scoring two video features on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch. BBC Radio 1 also labelled the band “One of the most exciting bands to come through Future Alternative. A two-piece with the world at their feet.”

    When writing ‘Adore Me’, both members of Dirty Blonde were simultaneously going through breakups. Inspired lyrically by Catfish & The Bottlemen’s ‘7’, they flipped CATB’s lyric of ‘I’d love you but I need another year alone’ to ‘I know you said you needed space, but I don’t think you thought about it’, the track was then recorded in Crystal Ship in Sheffield with the band describing it as a “sound engineer’s dream”. They explain, “They have the rarest RCA collection. Ailis recorded her vocals in just 10 minutes and recorded them acapella – an amazing energy in those studios.”

    “‘Adore Me?’ is probably the most honest we’ve ever been when writing a song. It was written at a time when we had both gone through breakups at a similar time and had a lot of shared experiences from the breakups. We were basically angry and upset and threw it into a song. It was the quickest we’ve ever written a song and it was done over Whatsapp in a couple of voice notes.”

    In the bold, unapologetic world of the upcoming EP Looking For Trouble, it’s all leopard print, red lipstick, and leather jackets—a perfect backdrop for these girls making waves in the rock scene. In their new EP, Dirty Blonde prove that authenticity is their signature sound. Tracks like ‘Adore Me?’ and ‘Polly’ carry a sly charm, serving as the “nicer cousins” to the fierce anthems ‘Checkmate’ and ‘Rush’, while the previous single ‘Northern Twang’ stands as the powerful matriarch anchoring it all. Writing the EP was more than just a creative process—it was cathartic, offering a rare moment of reflection. Dirty Blonde reminds us that women in rock aren’t just part of the scene—they’re redefining it.

    About Dirty Blonde

    Dirty Blonde has also launched their new YouTube series titled In Bed With Dirty Blonde, which sees the duo talking through their songwriting techniques and other band anecdotes and answering fan questions. Last summer, the band hit the festival circuit hard, tearing up over 20 stages, including a game-changing set at the Isle of Wight Festival where they opened the second stage. Add in further knock-out performances at The Great Escape, Truck, Y Not, and NBHD festivals, and it’s no wonder they’re being hailed as one of the UK’s hottest new live acts. After the success of the previous EP Favourite Record, Dirty Blonde’s return reaffirms their status in Manchester’s alt-rock scene. Described as “Your dad’s new favorite band”, this EP is just the start of their journey and the future looks blonde…

    Dirty Blonde burst onto the Manchester music scene in 2023 with their debut EP Favourite Record, earning them a reputation for punchy guitar work, heartfelt lyrics, and powerful live performances. Drawing on varied influences from indie, pop and classic rock, the duo bring a fresh yet nostalgic take on alt-rock.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/wearedirtyblonde
    https://www.instagram.com/wearedirtyblonde/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DgztFhlbYMAJ5JNxTjuhc

    Around 7 – Secrets

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    Around 7 - Secrets
    Around 7 - Secrets

    Around 7 are back with another gut-punching track, and this time, they’re diving headfirst into the shadows of guilt and paranoia. Their latest release, Secrets, is a relentless “Trash Punk” anthem that captures the ever-looming dread of a past that refuses to stay buried.

    Driven by grunge-soaked guitar tones and breakneck double-time drums, Secrets doesn’t waste a second in hitting hard. The band’s signature blend of raw aggression and unpredictable sonic experimentation ensures that no moment feels safe—just like the story it tells. Around 7 thrives on pushing boundaries, and Secrets is no exception, keeping listeners on edge with its genre-bending twists and turns.

    If you’re looking for a track that’s as exhilarating as it is unnerving, Secrets is your next obsession. Just be warned—some skeletons don’t like staying in the closet.

    About Around 7

    Hailing from Forfar, Scotland, Around 7 is a dynamic three-piece alternative punk rock band. Since their high school days, they’ve skillfully navigated the realms between 90’s West Coast punk rock and anthemic alternative rock. Armed with melodic riffs, memorable choruses, aggressive bass lines, and heavy-hitting drumming, they’ve crafted a distinctive sound that demands attention. Adding to their unique identity is a sock monkey mascot, making them a formidable force in the music scene.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/around7uk
    https://www.facebook.com/around7uk
    https://www.instagram.com/around7uk

    The Shameless – Chic Jesus

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    The Shameless have just premiered their new video for the track titled ‘Chic Jesus’, releasing this Friday (March 14th) from their upcoming album ‘Prayers After Dark’, dropping April 9th.

    The Shameless are quickly making a name for themselves within the global indie community, and rightfully so. Quasi soulful, and almost downright sexy in spots, ‘Chic Jesus’ is a subtle pure expirmentation in the art of a song. Swapping genres throughout, the song almost sounds like parts of three different decades, all colliding and none boring in the least.

    While the video is a simple overall collaborative piece that compliments the song, there is a marriage of visuals with the audio that gives the song a stylish quality beyond the hook. Almost like a soundtrack to a short film or a visual companion to an epic lounge track.

    Check out our other features with The Shameless HERE.

    About The Shameless & ‘Chic Jesus’

    Three and a half years after their previous Love Condemnation, the Ragusa band The Shameless is back, perhaps the only Italian band to propose, with style and elegance, a sound close to names like Gallon Drunk, Grinderman, Tindersticks, between rock, blues, gospel, and jazz.

    ‘Chic Jesus’, to be released on March 14th, 2025, is the single that anticipates the new album Prayers After Dark, available digitally and on CD from April 9th, for the historic Seahorse Recordings of Paolo Messere with Audioglobe distribution.

    Chic Jesus is a theatrical piece, that opens with the a cappella voice of Ippolito Nicolini intoning a freak prayer, almost a work song, which then strengthens and grows on trellises of guitars, piano, and brass instruments, between wings of fallen angels, cigarette smoke and alcohol.

    The video, simple but very effective in playing with the double stage/screen level and with chiaroscuro, was shot by Silvia Criscione at the Cine Teatro Lumiere in Ragusa.

    Prayers after Dark was conceived between the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2025, recorded at Pausa Studio in Modica (Ragusa), and includes six unreleased songs and the covers of Straight to You by Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds and Can’t Escape Myself by Sound. The sound is more mature, less baroque, and romantic than the previous one, but certainly more disenchanted and visceral.

    The Shameless were born in Ragusa, on the South East coast of Sicily, in October 2016.

    The line-up features:

    • Ippolito Nicolini (vocals, guitar, piano, percussions)
    • Gianpaolo Cassarino (bass, keyboard, violin, synth)
    • Alberto Difalco (drums)
    • Gaetano Scribano (guitar, bass)
    • Giuliano Spataro (guitar, ukulele, banjo)

    Despite their Mediterranean origin, their sound is akin to the elegance of Jack, Tindersticks, Gallon Drunk, not forgetting Nick Cave’s ballads, with lush orchestration and neat songwriting, kidnapping the audience into a world of burning candles, black velvet, piano dissonant chords.

    The five members musical background range from No Wave to Shoegaze and all of them had previous experiences with other bands, like Charme and Crackers. This graces The Shameless with a distinctive balance between the chamber pop élan and darkwave composure.

    “Blossoms”, The Shameless’ first album, was released in May 2018, receiving positive feedback from the Italian press and radio.

    Love Condemnation, released September 2021, introduces The Shameless to an international audience, with several great reviews from high-profile websites such as Jammerzine and Its Psychedelic Baby Mag and radio airplay.

    The sound moves forward from the darkwave of its beginnings, searching for the perfect chemistry between style and emotions, in the footsteps of songwriters such as Leonard Cohen, Piano Magic, The Walker Brothers, and Cousteau.

    LINKS:
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063497563876
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKKwFxoyvHLRMMrUsCY6Veg
    https://www.instagram.com/the_shameless.rg/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/5at0ORun3sstFBmADKnwRB
    https://theshameless2.bandcamp.com/

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