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    Vanarin – My Circle

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    Ryan Martin
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    Vanarin has released their new single titled 'My Circle' from their upcoming album, out soon via Dischi Sotterranei.
    Vanarin has released their new single titled 'My Circle' from their upcoming album, out soon via Dischi Sotterranei.

    Vanarin has today released their new single titled ‘My Circle’ from their upcoming album, out soon via Dischi Sotterranei. Part pop with bits of rock and experimentation, ‘My Circle’ is a song that sparks as much curiosity as it does interest and inspiration. Like a jazz project turned on it’s head and thrown into multiple genres as it falls, Vanarin twist the box they reside outside of and suck on the juice that squeezes out just to show everyone it can be done, and done with style.

    While you listen to ‘My Circle’, you can’t help but wonder what else is out there from these artists. Is it the same? Is it similar? Definitely not and most likely a solid no. But it is original. And, it is right here.

    About ‘My Circle’

    The track, fully in the pop vein already explored by the other singles, is composed of an explosive electronic beat on which are grafted a sixties-flavored bass line and an enveloping drumming, creating a sinuous progression that is impossible to resist. Completing the picture is the vocal line on the verge between contemporary r’n’b and jazzy harmonic tones: we dare anyone not to sway to the rhythm of this concentrate of pure good vibes. Regarding the textual component, the song embraces a minimalist and direct writing style, which perfectly matches the mood of the instrumental. As the band narrates, “My Circle” describes the struggle to embrace technological and behavioural change in society, polluting the thinking and interactions once had with friends and family”.

    If we had not revealed their origins, for compositional quality and sound refinement the quartet consisting of David Paysden, Marco Sciacqua, Massimo Mantovani and Marco Brena would seem to come straight out of the Australian psychedelic scene along with bands like Tame Impala, Pond and Mildlife. While waiting for the release of their third long-distance record, all that remains is to deceive the wait by allowing yourself to be carried away by the irresistible groove of this new single and the other five published so far.

    About Vanarin

    Vanarin is an Anglo-Italian psych-pop band that was formed in July, 2016, by David Paysden, Marco Sciacqua, Massimo Mantovani and Marco Brena. Their style of music is best described as a combination of psych-pop and rock. The band has currently two EPs and two full-length albums under their belt, playing more than 150 gigs participating in big festivals like MI AMI Festival, Siren Festival and Radio Onda D’urto in Europe, and Zandari Festa and LUCFest in Asia, opening for various international acts such as Battles, Thurston Moore, Public Image Ltd, Yellow Straps, The Rodeo, Silica Gel and HYBS.

    The band has two EPs and two successful albums to its credit so far, Overnight (2018, Woodworm) and Treading Water (2022, Dischi Sotterranei).

    On June 26th, 2024, they return with a new single, A Fly On The Wall, followed on July 24th by a second track, Hey Listen. The third single I Don’t Know is out on August 21st and on September 25th is the turn of the fourth single Falling Under. The fifth single titled Lost is out on October 23rd, and the sixth single My Circle is scheduled for November 27th. These are the excerpts from the band’s highly anticipated third album, out soon via Dischi Sotterranei.

    LINKS:
    https://www.facebook.com/vanarinmusic
    https://www.instagram.com/vanarinband/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/5h8413E0PoCuNBc6tLIANb

    Dead Chic – Pain Love Joy

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    Ryan Martin
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    Dead Chic has today premiered their new video for the track titled ‘Pain Love Joy’ from their latest album ‘Serenades & Damnation’. Rough around the edges and even grittier in the middle, Dead Chic combine that weathered feeling of dark deep emotion with the goal of soul and lyrics that cut deep amid a noire feeling in the music and muse.

    Visually dark and artistically doating, the video captures that special ‘aha’ moment between the lines and underneath the lyrics with a captivating look and memorable glare into the impressionable minds of those who take this in.

    Dead Chic run the gamut of the feels with troubadour bravado and a glimpse at what is already an impressive catalog of music. And, to think, there is much more to come from this promising young set of artists.

    About ‘Pain Love Joy’

    Pain, Love, Joy: three words like a mantra, a demand from the altar. It is the requirement of a life well filled, woven by ups and downs, missteps, injuries and enjoyment. The new track from Dead Chic clearly sounds like a release and that’s indeed the effect these few intense minutes have upon us, where garage influences are clearly felt. Listening to it, we feel an irresistible urge to accompany the band on the refrain- “GIVE ME PLEASURE, GIVE ME PAIN!”. These few words could well sum up the backbone of their music: expressing with intensity and sincerity what animates our mortality, through all extremes, from pain to joy and all in-between.

    Andy Balcon met his Dead Chic co-conspirator Damien Félix a few years ago while touring with their respective bands (Heymooshaker and Catfish), frequently crossing paths on the road and catching up backstage to discuss music, idols, and the possibility of collaborating. After a few years without crossing paths, they reconnected in the fall of 2020. Before discussing musical influences, Andy and Damien shared visual references, illustrations, and landscapes that would form the foundation and direction of their work. The idea of working together then took a serious turn, and after some exchanges, “Too Far Gone,” their first track, was released in 2022.

    They were then joined by Rémi Ferbus on drums (known for his work with Kimberose, Mélissa Laveaux, among others), who had previously collaborated with Andy; and Mathis Akengin on keyboards, a long-time collaborator of Damien in Catfish. Over the years, through tours and travels, the musicians have honed their skills, enriched their cultural knowledge, and defined their individual styles. The combination of the four immediately sparked.

    ‘Pain Love Joy’ follows the release of the band’s incredible debut album ‘Serenades And Damnation’ which has gained airplay from Radio X’s John Kennedy and high praise from Rolling Stone Magazine. Under The Radar, Earmilk, Louder Than War and many more.

    Credits

    Directed and shot by Thibaut Charlut with Kate Devine
    Starring Roseanna Anderson, Andy Balcon, Damien Félix, Rémi Ferbus & Mathis Akengin
    Produced by Upton Park & Holden
    Production management by Flore Brabant
    First AC Eric Poupounot
    Set director Arthur Deshayes
    Editor and colorist Thibaut Charlut

    About Dead Chic

    Dead Chic is the collaboration between Damien Felix (Catfish, Bigger) & Andy Balcon (Heymoonshaker). Their music is a call to the great landscapes, arid plains and rocky peaks. Balcon’s voice echoes like an incantation, a sermon in a dark ceremony with the fuzz and organs to witness. A banquet at dusk where we meet the ghosts of Leone, Motown divas, Vaqueros and Mariachis. Felix’s guitars, bursting with reverb, weave the backdrop and strike lightning upon the plains.

    Featured image by Brigette Faivre Chalon.

    LINK:
    https://linktr.ee/deadchic

    Bone Idle Bros – Shit Storm

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    Editorial Team
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    Bone Idle Bros
    Bone Idle Bros

    Hailing from Inverclyde and Glasgow, Bone Idle Brothers describe themselves as a unique blend of Roots Americana that has been influenced by their experience of growing up in the west coast of Scotland. Rough and ready, their sound mixes soulful lyrics, bright guitars and steady rhythms to produce thoughtful discursions of both the highs and lows of life. Running the gamut from soulful introspections to full-on instant singalongs Bone Idle Bros combine multi instrumentalists from all walks of life to create a singularly melodic sonic experience.

    Their name being somewhat of a misnomer, the Bros have been working away over the previous few years, recording a debut album for release in 2024. The eponymous LP is released on 25th November 2024 through Last Night From Glasgow’s Introducing platform and was recorded at both La Chunky and Gorbals Sound studios in Glasgow by producers Johnny Smille and Kevin Burleigh. Bone Idle Bros the album is available on vinyl LP, CD and digital, it features the singles Sometimes, Lately and Whisky & Pills.

    Above all, the Bros methodology is to utilize classic songwriting with a toe-tapping alt-country feel following in the footsteps of Neil Young, The La’s, Wilco, Alabama 3, The Jayhawks amongst others.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://www.boneidlebros.com/
    https://www.youtube.com/@Boneidlebros
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3g2sRgGg2Bpb56l0xM6CJb
    https://www.instagram.com/boneidlebros
    https://www.facebook.com/boneidlebros

    Con The Artist – Best Days

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    Ryan Martin
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    Con The Artist - Best Days
    Con The Artist - Best Days

    Con The Artist has today released his new EP titled ‘Best Days’ via Wax Records. Starting off, like a bomb of music exploded in your face, the party gets started with a hook and a smile filled with sonic joy and original brilliance.

    The one thing that sticks out, to me, after that initial listen, is that there is a solid set of songs in this EP. I like each one for a different yet relevant reason. One for the hook, one for the feeling, one for the groove, and so on. And, while ‘Bad Guy’ obviously slows the listener down for an anti-climatic end, it’s so that you can leave the music feeling the gamut of emotions served with that special groove sauce and wanting to come here again.

    “This EP let me lay it all out there, showing every facet of what I love about music. It kicks off with an explosion of sound — distortion dialed up to eleven, vocals saturated and gritty, and drums that hit like a storm. From there, things slide effortlessly into hip-hop grooves and sampled guitar riffs, while the lyrics dig deep. The record ends with the most vulnerable I’ve ever been, revealing dark secrets from my past.”
    Con The Artist

    About ‘Best Days’

    Emerging singer-songwriter Con The Artist unveils Best Days, a deeply personal EP capturing moments of heartbreak, healing, and transformation. Spanning alternative, indie, and alt-pop genres, the record is both explosive and introspective, blending dynamic production with raw, emotional storytelling.

    The EP concludes with the focus track “Bad Guy,” an acoustic ballad that strips away excess to lay bare the pain and growth of a long-distance relationship marred by infidelity. Through its candid lyrics, “Bad Guy” becomes a time capsule of emotions and a turning point in CON’s journey of self-discovery.

    About Con The Artist

    South African/Canadian multi-disciplinary Con The Artist bleeds creativity into anything he touches. From scoring films and producing records, to sound design, video direction and recently a 34 piece orchestra in Greece, CON has his hands in every aspect of his art. With a bold approach and an avant garde vision – alongside a global team, and a year-long audio-visual rollout plan, these infectious upbeat bops are ready to set off into the stratosphere.

    LINKS:
    https://www.contheartist.com/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@contheartistofficial
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/7LVgykYWodtSi56b9cf9nz
    https://www.youtube.com/@contheartist
    https://www.facebook.com/itscontheartist
    https://www.instagram.com/contheartist/

    Joey Sachi ft. AKINAT – 7 Seconds

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    Ryan Martin
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    Joey Sachi has today released her new single titled '7 Seconds' featuring Tokyo based electronic producer AKINAT.
    Joey Sachi has today released her new single titled '7 Seconds' featuring Tokyo based electronic producer AKINAT.

    Joey Sachi has today released her new single titled ‘7 Seconds’ featuring Tokyo based electronic producer AKINAT. Inspired by a great and released for the greatness in all of us, ‘7 Seconds’ goes beyond the average pop electronic monotone and delivers a bash of sonic color and creative deliverance asking what love means and where life leads.

    A collaboration rarely shows the individuality of the artists but this does spectacularly. While each stays in their own lane both collide with originality and grace in a way that compliments each other rather then fight for stage time. Soft on the ears and delicate for the heart, ‘7 Seconds’ is a combination of homage and experimentation that rivals the finest in any artform.

    About ‘7 Seconds’

    “7 Seconds” is a sleek, slow burner of a track that meshes smooth synths with airy vocals to produce an ethereal aura for the listener. AKINAT’s uplifting instrumentals compliment Sachi’s tranquil vocals, proving to be an instant classic for fans of electronic music.

    Sonically, the pair describe their time working on the track, as they “wanted to experiment making a track inspired by Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Dreams’ with a simple beat/layers and a topline influenced by Stevie Nicks’ melodic creativity.”

    Inspired by the life of classical musician Clive Wearing, the new track is now available on most streaming platforms.

    Joey Sachi talks in greater depth about the impact Clive Wearing had on track:

    “Clive Wearing is a British classical musician whose life was devastatingly impacted by a rare and severe form of memory loss. The profoundly beautiful part of Clive’s story is that his wife Deborah remained a constant in his life – the deepest of connections…almost instinctual, that despite his memory resetting every few seconds allowed him to always seek comfort amongst his fragmented existence. Inspired by his story we created ‘7 Seconds’, exploring the divine beauty in a love so deep, one that endures all the ebbs and flows of life.”

    About Joey Sachi

    Joey Sachi is an electronic-pop singer/songwriter who has recently made Tokyo her home and creative playground. Growing up in a household where music was a pivotal and integral part of her life, Joey Sachi quickly became inspired to follow in the footsteps of previous pop icons. Originally hailing from Sydney, Australia, the eclectic music scene there exposed her to meeting producer Andy Mak (Vera Blue, KLP, Winterbourne).

    Before relocating to Tokyo, Joey Sachi became intrigued by songwriting after studying Classical music at the Conservatorium of Music. These experiences allowed Sachi to begin her career as an aspiring songwriter, shaped by iconic artists such as Jamie xx, Daft Punk, and Sabrina Claudio. With a firm appreciation of mending the gaps between pop and electronic music, Sachi’s introspective lyrics and emotional intimacy are bound to shake up the scene.

    About AKINAT

    With deep roots in Australia, AKINAT is a Tokyo based electronic producer who draws influence from genre-defining electronic artists such as Four Tet and Jon Hopkins. AKINAT combines technical production know-how with subtle convention defying harmonic language in the pursuit of further afield sounds.

    LINKS:
    https://www.joeysachi.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/joey.sachi/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@joeysachi
    https://www.youtube.com/@joeysachi
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRQBrI-8V4lIdpNbv7XD65Q

    Hana Giraldo – Play My Sh*t (ALEXA)

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    Editorial Team
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    Hana Giraldo
    Hana Giraldo

    Los Angeles-based artist Hana Giraldo is a multi-talented pop music sensation who quickly gained popularity through acting, fashion design, and celebrity styling, leaving a trail of enchanted social media followers in her wake.

    As the daughter of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees and legendary musicians Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, music was introduced to Hana at an early age, with the soundtrack to her childhood being a masterclass in musical greatness. Hana’s significant music inspirations include female powerhouses such as Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Madonna, each of whom left an indelible mark on the world of fashion and music. These icons influence not only her style but also her artistic expression through music – bold, provocative, and with a flair for cultured controversy.

    In 2023, Hana Giraldo debuted “Broke My Heart,” a cathartic fusion of timeless disco and modern alt-pop. The “kiss-off anthem” showcases her distinctive vocals and knack for irresistible melodies, drawing comparisons to Miley Cyrus’s hit songs. Edgy and powerful, Hana brings an element of rock rebellion to colorful dance pop. Her latest single from this summer, “Reputation”, is a fierce unapologetic statement of self-assertion. With themes centered around identity, fame, sexuality, and public image, Hana weaves together evocative layered vocals, dynamic verses, and a chorus brimming with tension as she sings, “You know I got a famous reputation. I don’t do this all the time.”

    Hana was also selected to cover Madonna’s “Burning Up” for International Women’s Month in an exclusive premiere with Cover Nation and Warner Chappell Music and recently co-wrote the main song “LA Here I Come” for the new film, Dance Rivals.

    Hana Giraldo is a multi-faceted artist who aims to lift and inspire others through music and shared experiences. As an ambassador for the non-profit Boo 2 Bullying, she advocates for mental health awareness, fostering inclusivity, and empowering youth to stand up against bullying.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://x.com/HanaGiraldo
    https://www.instagram.com/hanagiraldo

    Seán Barna – Internal Trembling

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    Ryan Martin
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    Seán Barna has released his new EP titled 'Internal Trembling' via KRS Nashville.
    Seán Barna has released his new EP titled 'Internal Trembling' via KRS Nashville.

    Seán Barna has released his new EP titled ‘Internal Trembling’ via KRS Nashville. With the bulk of the EP featuring Nashville based Hawktail, there is a wide breadth of Americana and roots based originality, with ‘Firefly’ featuring Brooklyn-based producer, Kyle Joseph. This alone gives a sonic diversity that shows the songwriting and collaborative skillsets of an already accomplished musician and artist.

    The songwriting is what clearly sticks out among the best, in my opinion. A wide scope of music that is intricate and delicate in all the right spots while leaving enough to the introspective imagination and appreciation from any music fan.

    About Seán Barna & ‘Internal Trembling’

    Recorded at the legendary Blackbird Studio in Nashville, four of the five songs feature the Nashville-based, traditional bluegrass supergroup, Hawktail. A fifth song, “Firefly,” is a collaboration between Seàn and Brooklyn-based producer, Kyle Joseph. The result is emotional, driving folk-pop, with a slow, relentless build.

    To celebrate the EP’s release Seán Barna is unveiling a new video for his single “Firefly.” Like the other four songs of the EP, “Firefly” features Mirah. The video, which was directed by Diego Molina, debuted today at Rainbow Rodeo along with an exclusive interview with Seán.

    On the song, Seán Barna reflects:

    “I fell in love with someone. He fell in love with me. We exchanged sweaters and the sweetest kisses. Together, we shared deep vulnerability and sensuality. In the midst of overwhelming love for each other, we navigated some tough circumstances without the grace or the kindness that such love deserves. I certainly did not treat him with the reverence I have for him. It was and remains immensely painful. From that well of love we eventually found forgiveness and gratitude. I won’t say more, only that I remain deeply in love with him. He knows it, and he’s heard the song. He knows he’s my favorite thing, and I’m not sure if I’ll ever be in the same room with him again. I am sure I will never be the same again.”

    “Firefly” follows the EP’s lead single, “Wallflower,” released last month. On the inspiration behind “Wallflower,” Seán explains:

    “In late November 2022, Daniel Davis Aston, Kelly Loving, Ashley Paugh, Derrick Rump, and Raymond Green Vance lost their lives to gunfire while enjoying an evening out at a gay bar in Colorado Springs, CO. I speak their names in this song, recognizing and respecting their hallowed place in queer history and the fight against hate. The icon, Ms. Marsha P. Johnson, makes an appearance, as does my friend, Andy Fafoutakis, who was working at a Hell’s Kitchen bar when its window was broken by a man wielding a brick. Andy is fine. The others are not.”

    “The day after the shooting, I felt a responsibility to respond on social media as a “public” queer artist. Then I remembered that I, too, deserve time and space to process the tragedy. This song recognizes my need to do that, but more so celebrates and mourns these beautiful, inspiring people—my chosen family. Thank you—I know I will never forget you.”

    Seán is no stranger to queer nightlife, but it’s his time spent living in and visiting the most remote and stunning areas of rural western Colorado that infuses Internal Trembling with its heart. Featuring Hawktail, the EP explores a more stripped-back, folk-inspired sound, without the glam or roots rock influences of Seán’s previous releases.

    Hawktail – consisting of Paul Kowert (Punch Brothers, Dave Rawlings, Gillian Welch), Brittany Haas (Punch Brothers, Steve Martin), and Jordan Tice (Yola, Dave Rawlings, Steve Martin) and Dominick Leslie (Molly Tuttle) – provides the traditional bluegrass influence that complements Seán’s evocative songwriting.

    The visceral, intense performances Seán has become known for are animated by the evocative honesty of his songwriting and rooted in a vulnerable, intimate relationship with the audience. On Internal Trembling, Seán demonstrates just how comfortable he’s become with the evocative honesty that defines him as a songwriter.

    In May 2023, Seán Barna released a rock LP, An Evening at Macri Park, on the iconic indie label, Kill Rock Stars, to widespread critical acclaim from outlets such as NPR, Pitchfork, FLOOD Magazine, and Billboard. In their review of the LP, Pitchfork offered comparisons to Leonard Cohen, Harry Nilsson, and Rufus Wainwright, writing, “this is raucous, messy, and emotionally rich music, as any art about queer nightlife ought to be.”

    Seán’s previous releases include Pictures of an Exhibitionist (2014, LP), Margaret Thatcher of the Lower East Side (2020, EP), CISSY. (2018, EP), Cutter Street (2012, EP), and the single, “Straight Motherfuckers and Their Famous Friends.” In 2021, Seán opened for Counting Crows on their 22-date national tour. His most recent single is a refreshing cover of the song, “Mr. Jones” — a surprise birthday present to Counting Crows frontman, Adam Duritz.

    Featured image by Diego Molina.

    LINKS:
    https://seanbarna.com/
    https://x.com/seanbarna
    https://www.instagram.com/SeanBarna/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xKcObyMhutFPBsLagOXLG

    The FMs – Future Pope + New Video

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    The FMs - Future Pope
    The FMs - Future Pope

    Produced by the legendary David Werner and inspired by lo-fi dream pop, classic new wave and synthpunk, the album follows PINK + BLACK, their sophomore record released earlier this year to acclaim from NY Daily News, MetroWeekly, GLAAD, Mundane Magazine, New Noise Magazine, and beyond. 51122 corresponds with May 11, 2022 – the day that Frankie Rex, founding member of The FMs, passed away from a fentanyl overdose.

    Of 51122, Matte Namer notes: “I don’t think I’ve ever been more proud and excited for an album release. There’s an identity and flow to these ten songs that feel like our most developed work thus far. We got to work with David Werner who understood our music and energy and how to elevate it and direct it. It’s also a bit somber being the last music that I think will ever be released with Frankie’s incredible, powerful, unique voice. I think there’s something about that that makes me remember they are really gone, like an orchid blooming from a coffin nail. 51122 is the date Frankie passed away, but is also a type of symbol in a way, or perhaps a word. I’m not sure what that meaning is yet, perhaps the orchid needs to grow.”

    Check out our other features with The FMs HERE.

    About The FMs

    High school friends Matte Namer (she/they) and Frankie Rex (he/they) began The FMs in 2016, forging a close bond through their respective journeys coming out as transgender and shared love of synthesizers.

    The next six years saw The FMs create an entire community around their illegal SVBVERT shows on a ferry boat in the industrial canals of Bushwick, where they also recorded and self-produced three full-length LPs.

    Their debut LP Machinacene Epoch (2017) irreverently coupled 90s psychedelic-industrial grunge with dance pop, earning The FMs the title of “New York’s outré band of sonic seditionaries” from BlackBook Magazine. Machianacene Epoch cemented The FMs’ commitment to a traditional approach to the creation of albums, demonstrating their philosophy that each release should have its own identity and be a standalone sonic statement.

    The duo’s music evolved in a softer, more personal direction for the birth of their sophomore double-LP PINK + BLACK. Between 2017 and 2020, Namer clocked a whopping 2,000 hours in their underwater studio recording, producing, and tinkering with her analog synths. The result was a shimmering sonic odyssey, nodding to early synth pioneers like Brian Eno, Kraftwerk, and Gary Numan, all firmly grounded by the aching influence of lyric-forward 90s rock bands like Nirvana.

    Before The FMs could celebrate the release of PINK + BLACK, Rex passed away from a fentanyl overdose in 2022. This devastating loss put a years-long pause on the project, but even death ultimately could not stop Frankie’s voice from being heard. Two years later Namer told NY Daily News, “From almost the moment they passed on, I knew this was my responsibility – I had to make sure that this work that they had done, that the world got to hear it and see it.”

    PINK + BLACK was released posthumously in 2024 and received recognition in multiple major publications including NY Daily News, MetroWeekly, GLAAD, Mundane Magazine, and New Noise Magazine. In anticipation of this new chapter, Namer reformed The FMs in Ithaca, NY with trans musicians Bubba Crumrine (guitars), Basim Hussain (synths, keys), and Nick Scollard (drums). The double-LP and new live band made their debut at the first-ever Frankie Fest, a tribute to Frankie Rex and fundraiser for Chosen Family Law Center.

    The FMs are back with a new ferocity, recording and performing all-new material inspired by lo-fi dream pop, classic new wave and synthpunk. As Metal Epidemic lauds in their glowing review of PINK + BLACK, “the spirit of punk music lives on a little longer.”

    ‘51122’ Track List

    '51122' cover.
    ‘51122’ cover.
    1. My Sex
    2. Record Store
    3. You Feel Like God
    4. A Means to an End
    5. Deviant
    6. Future Pope
    7. Hurt
    8. Domino
    9. T/riangle
    10. Wild New Earth

    LINKS:
    https://www.thefmsmusic.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/thefmsmusic/
    http://instagram.com/thefms
    http://twitter.com/thefmsmusic
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcMdi3VVvLu7F4gcQNYtGBw
    https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/machinacene-epoch/id1286874160

    The Ultimate Dreamers – Spiritchaser

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    The Ultimate Dreamers has released their new video for the track titled ‘Spiritchaser’. Dark surrealism with an anti-climatic and continuous sensibility for the subconscious mind, ‘Spiritchaser’ is exactly what it says it is and claims to be.

    Retrotastically in tune with your inner dark self, The Ultimate Dreamers showcase the distress of the inner self and the torment of the socially suppressed and artistically subdued with a slacker anthem meant for the masses and mused from the rest of us.

    About The Ultimate Dreamers

    Founded in Lessines, the birthplace of René Magritte, The Ultimate Dreamers are emerging from a very long slumber in 2021. Somewhere between cold wave and post-punk, their organic sounds blend into melancholic melodies that set the scene for themes dominated by dreams, the distress of love and social disillusionment.

    Live Happily While Waiting For Death, a compilation of home-made demos is released in September 2021 (Wool-E Discs). The magic is back and the quartet unveils the single “Polarized / I Loved You?!” in September 2022.

    This was followed by the album Echoing Reverie, released on CD in March 2023 (Spleen+) and on vinyl in May 2023 (Wave Tension Records). The album, produced by Len Lemeire (Anne Clark, 32Crash, Implant…) is unanimously acclaimed by the international press, and enabled the band to play extensively in Belgium, in France and in Germany.

    In October 2023, Echoing Reverie is extended by Violent Ghost, an EP featuring alternative versions and remixes by Front 242, Shad Shadows and hørd.

    LINKS:
    https://the-ultimate-dreamers.com
    https://youtube.com/@theultimatedreamers
    https://facebook.com/theultimatedreamers
    https://theultimatedreamers.bandcamp.com
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Vhvjgi160KSLFv2Ft9bwU

    Jupiter Hollow – Incivility

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    Ryan Martin
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    Jupiter Hollow has released their new video for the track titled ‘Incivility’. Chug prog with a dash of melodic angst and harmonic fervor, the first few riffs really threw me for a loop with an almost multi-decade jump of influence and anthemic rise of angry melancholy. There is a solid theme framed by the music and captured by the lyrics that makes you want to listen again and again. Almost a cinematic buildup and roller coaster for emotional depravation grabbing all the feelings and letting go of all the inhibitions.

    Listening to the guitars play and tease with sonic originality and dueling with the rhythm and vocals is the most ear grabbing part of the song, speaking as a musician myself. But the music really highlights the story behind the words. Taking the ups and downs with appropriate stance and stanzas done in a way only a true group of artists can accommodate. This is a true lesson in songwriting.

    About ‘Incivility’

    Pushing from one horizon onto the next, Toronto, Canada’s Jupiter Hollow’s growth has come a long way since making their debut as a duo in 2015. Led by the fearless Grant MacKenzie and Kenny Parry, this recording and songwriting powerhouse duo has transformed into a live quartet with the addition of John Ryan Godfrey (Bass) and Nathaniel Reynolds-Welsh (Drums).

    Advancing their unique brand of progressive rock/metal, the band is presenting their latest single “Incivility” accompanied by a music video to close out their new music releases for 2024. “Incivility” serves as a bold statement, reflecting the band’s evolution both sonically and thematically. With its intricate arrangements, evocative lyrics, and captivating visuals, the single is a testament to the band’s relentless dedication to pushing artistic boundaries.

    The band comments on the single

    “At its core, Incivility reflects humanity’s inner struggles, the relentless pursuit of purpose, and the emotional void created by modern distractions. The lyrics delve into themes of arrogance, wasted time, and the consequences of superficial existence, symbolized by “filming your bones”—a critique of documenting life rather than living it.

    The song wrestles with the tension between ambition and the emptiness of unmet expectations, asking hard questions: At what cost do we chase our dreams? and How do we reconcile purpose with the pressures we hide? The recurring imagery of the “yawning cage of wasted love” evokes a profound sense of entrapment, urging listeners to confront the emotional weight of past mistakes while seeking true fulfillment.

    Musically and lyrically, Incivility challenges listeners to reflect on their lives, embracing the discomfort of self-awareness while pushing forward with resilience. It’s both a cautionary tale and a call to action—demanding authenticity in a world that often values the opposite.”

    About Jupiter Hollow

    With thought-provoking lyrics, unique vocal melodies, harmonies, powerful guitar riffs, unyielded songwriting, and Jupiter Hollow’s incessant desire to bring fans on a journey, there’s always something new to explore. Thus far they have two full-length albums under their belts: 2020’s “Bereavement”, and 2018’s “AHDOMN”, and they have another one in the works. Planning to release singles over the coming months, Jupiter Hollow will take the time to ensure a polished, impressive offerings song by song. The band wants nothing more than to make their art and share the experience with as many people as they can. Recommended for fans of Porcupine Tree, Coheed, and Cambria, Rush, and Protest The Hero.

    LINKS:
    https://www.jupiterhollow.ca/
    https://www.facebook.com/JupiterHollowOfficial/
    https://www.instagram.com/jupiterhollow_/
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rkinygmPZhjy01QTp8ClO
    https://www.youtube.com/c/jupiterhollow

    Local Phonies – Static Prismatic + Q&A

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    Ryan Martin
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    Local Phonies - Static Prismatic + Q&A & New Single 'Rat-Level
    Local Phonies - Static Prismatic + Q&A & New Single 'Rat-Level

    Local Phonies have released their new album ‘Static Prismatic’ via Blank Brothers Recordings. You could say that the lead single ‘Rat-Level’ is the perfect introduction to the album ‘Static Prismatic’. It has that ‘mid way’ sound about it. Not too hard and not too soft. Kind of like getting that cookie that’s been out of the oven for just the right amount of time. But wait, there’s more. There is a consistent yet varied substance. Being a Gen X’r, I get that same feeling I had in 1992 when music was changing from the lifeless late 80’s hair band drivel to something gritty, subtle, and new. ‘Static Prismatic’ lays down all of those feelings and more.

    As ‘The Cowardice of Young Love’ chugs along from that initial listen. By the time you get to ‘Don’t Think About It’, you’re spent. Partly tired. Partly flushed. Entirely consumed. This is the beauty of a good album. It allows you to grow with the music, when the music is good. You can get lost and found all in the span of 45 minutes. You leave with the realization that their name is a misnomer. They are neither local nor phonies. They are her. And they are real.

    About ‘Static Prismatic’

    Local Phonies is an eclectic musical duo from Seattle and Boston, comprised of Jon Fricchione and Conor Garrison. The two artists handle every aspect of their creative process, from production to cover art design. Their new album, Static Prismatic, continues to showcase their DIY ethos and genre-blending sound. Their sonic expression is indie-rock centric but also wanders to the sounds of electronica and psychedelic…

    Their latest single, “Rat Level” explores disillusionment and the other heavyweights that which come with living in the modern world. A white picket fence is not a daydream, but rather, a nightmare. Being at “Rat Level”- so low to the ground that you can’t even fall…Collecting unpleasant memories and feelings, like dust piling up on a rodent’s fur…But then the sun comes out, and creativity blossoms…And everything is a little bit better again.

    The song opens, and waves of guitars envelop us with their nostalgic timbre and are backed up by a drum kit.

    The lead singer’s voice is plainspoken honest, and bright-timbred. This song could easily be featured in a movie, as the lead is walking down the street at dusk, disassociating…

    Something about “Rat Level” is raw and gritty, so relatable that it’s something that you could almost reach out and touch. Then we get a taste of the lyric which will is to repeated “I get the Sunday scaries every day of the week”. As we listen, we find ourselves sinking into this gnawing feeling of unease.

    “Rat Level” is a song that manages to be dark and cynical, yet also, comical. Another facet of the song is its melancholic acceptance. It’s just how life is, “C’est La Vie!” and Local Phonies are expressing their “ennuyeux”. 

    Next the music shifts to having a bitter-sweet, and slightly hopeful chord progression as the singer echos: “We have a lot to remember, we have a lot to remember”. 

    This lightness continues until the end of the song. Finally, the tune closes with its last coy jab at pop culture, adulthood, and the world of advertising.

    Q&A

    What inspired your guy’s title “Rat Level?” Does it reflect a specific personal experience, or is it more of a general concept or feeling you’re cultivating?

    I was living in NYC when I wrote it and as everyone knows, rats are a part of day to day life. They’re looked at as the lowest but really they’re extremely tough and successful creatures that exist within the foundations of a massive city. We know they’re everywhere, but in a city of millions they still seem to maintain an air of mystery. We typically see them out of the corner of our eye. Maybe the longest look we get at them is when they’re milling about under the tracks at the subway platform.

    So we use it in the sense of the “lowest” actually having strength and ubiquity that maybe isn’t fully realized.

    What is “The Voice” which speaks in your song”?

    When we were writing the track, I felt really amused by imagining what I could get people to sing along to. So I want the audience to be the voice. The idea of a group of people singing “I get the sunday scaries every day of the week” feels funny in an “uh oh” kind of way. A sighing, “what are we doing?” feels most cathartic at this moment.

    Local Phonies reminds me of a Clockwork Orange. I have to ask, how did you come up with your band name?

    Though it’s unintentional, we love the connection. We like how cheeky and self-effacing it is. “Local” puts us close to the listener and “Phonies” discredits us immediately…which we think is best. A tiny step on the road to ego-death! We are two silly men who have been unable to stop making music together for 20 years, hopefully it positions listeners to let the art speak for itself. After this long, that’s all we want.

    Let’s talk about the moment the song peaks: When you mention loving the bomb. What does this metaphor mean?

    We had a lot of trouble coming up with a line to fit that spot in the song. I ended up reaching back to Dr. Strangelove (or How I learned to stop worrying and love the bomb)–one of my favorite movies. We’re both well into our thirties and looking around to see so many deals with so many devils. How easy is it to permit those deals just so you aren’t hassled? We’re all so exhausted by the constant game and grift that it feels easier to go along to get along. “Love the bomb so the bomb loves you back.”

    Every song on this album deals with the idea of giving up in some way and it’s meant to feel gross. Our intention is for the listener to react against it, to be unsettled by turning off. Don’t love the bomb, love each other and fight the bomb.

    What was the mastering and production process like? I heard you did it all yourself, from start to finish.

    I’ve been obsessed with the art of recording since the beginning. When we were kids in Conor’s basement, we were “mixing” by finding the spot in the room where my dad’s old windows 98 laptop could pick up vocals, guitar and drums in the right balance. Since then, we’ve picked up progressively more skills to where we feel like we can achieve the kind of sound we want on our own. From a process standpoint it’s pretty standard, I think, aside from having a pretty mobile studio setup.

    For prior projects we may have completed our parts remotely, dubbing tracks and emailing them back and forth. I think we both came to miss the old days of being a duo in Conor’s basement. This time around we made a point to wait until Conor and I could be in a room together to actually progress songs from the demo stage. We’d throw the lyrics up on a big screen and go through them line by line together. Each song was recorded to a drum-machine track with Conor and I recording the melodic backbone together, live, on some combination of guitar-guitar, guitar-bass. We’d track to the dummy drums until we were able to lock down time in a room with a drum kit. Conor then had a very, VERY long weekend where we wrote and recorded drum parts to replace our dummy drum tracks. The only one where we didn’t was Had It Up to Here, which had a PJ Harvey and Flood kind of sound that I wouldn’t part with.

    After we finished recording, I pretty much obsessively mixed and remixed, getting feedback from Conor as we iterated. Then mastering, ugh, mastering. That’s about when one starts to lose their mind. I learn something new every time I do it. Next time, I’ll probably do a better job unless someone will pay for it to be done for us! ;P

    How does Static Prismatic differ from Home, Not Home, and Canyonero?

    For Static Prismatic, we felt more driven to bring the songs to a deeper place than when they were initially written. Musically, some songs were leftover half-ideas from years prior while others came to form when we finally were able to find studio time together and flesh songs out. I think these are nostalgic for when we were carving songs out in a room together – something that a lot of more modern bedroom-based production doesn’t always capture.

    By comparison, Home, Not Home was more of a cathartic outpouring of songwriting during lockdown. A lot of it was written during a lot of big transitions in our lives- Jon was starting out as a doctor in NYC right as COVID began to peak, Conor had a cross-country move followed by a breakup. We sent our songs back and forth via email to produce the whole project and released it in the form of 4 EPs that could be listened to like a double album when stacked.

    Prior to that, we wrote and recorded most of Canyonero in California and that alone influenced a good amount of the lyrics and music. I think for that one, our first as “Local Phonies,” we pushed ourselves to write with less self-consciousness, a bit more of our sense of humor, and speak to the absurd modern realities of entertainment/social media. It was when platforms/streaming and the term “content” began replacing albums, movies and TV in our entertainment diet. I mean the name alone is a Simpsons reference! All that being said, these albums reflect the times when our environments spurred our curiosity to make art.

    Can you give us a little sneak peak of the themes and colors of sound that will be inside Static Prismatic?

    We tried to tie together many musical styles on Static Prismatic and challenged ourselves to make it feel like a cohesive journey from start to finish. You’ll hear some light psychedelia, but you’ll also hear some chamber folk, good old fashioned indie rock, krautrock rhythms, a song with a disney melody but a distorted and sour backing track, you know, stuff no one really asked for… haha.

    Thematically, the album imagines giving up. Every song has a little permutation of that sickening, itchy little feeling that it would be nice to just give in and go numb. It’s a very serious and sad theme, but hopefully a little humor comes across here and there (I mean, we do imagine the four horsemen of the apocalypse arriving through a flaming hole in a Denny’s parking lot).

    If people can come away with a little resistance to the idea of giving up, then that would be an accomplishment. When we were making the art and carving the linoleum prints, we came up with a character we ended up calling “The Phony”– a hooded cultish figure with a gas mask, a VR headset and a brand-non-specific tablet. I like to think that’s the visual metaphor for this temptation to turn off or anesthetize ourselves. Then we put ourselves in robes on the cover, followers of a fool, content in his own world, in the safety of his own reality. Once a phony always a phony.

    LINK:
    https://linktr.ee/local_phonies

    Andy Stochansky – Poetry of Birds + New Video

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    Editorial Team
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    Andy Stochansky has dropped the title track off his upcoming album Poetry Of Birds, along with a music video. On the heartfelt new single, Stochansky pays homage to loved ones who shaped his perspective.
    Andy Stochansky has dropped the title track off his upcoming album Poetry Of Birds, along with a music video. On the heartfelt new single, Stochansky pays homage to loved ones who shaped his perspective.

    Andy Stochansky has dropped the title track off his upcoming album Poetry Of Birds, along with a music video. On the heartfelt new single, Stochansky pays homage to loved ones who shaped his perspective.

    “That song is almost a ‘thank you’ to the people who taught you respect for life, nature, and other people,” he says. “It could be a grandparent, parent, friend, or anyone.”

    The album will be released in 2025.

    About Andy Stochansky

    Andy Stochansky highlights life’s most delicate details in his music, zooming into and exploring the wonder and magic of each day. This intimate approach enables him to naturally connect via vivid and vibrant lyrics soundtracked by organic instrumentation. Now, he embraces the beauty of simplicity on Poetry Of Birds. The title effectively speaks to the overarching theme.

    “It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the modern world,” he observes. “I love electronics as much as anybody else does, but I wanted to show some respect to nature. It can teach us everything we need. Poetry Of Birds is a reminder to look at the beauty of the simple things around us.”

    It’s also indicative of the wisdom that Andy has picked up throughout his illustrious career. Taking the first step on his professional journey, the Toronto native spent seven years as a touring and studio musician for indie icon Ani DiFranco. In 1999, he released his critically acclaimed solo debut LP, Radio Fusebox. He only continued to evolve across solo records such as 5 Star Motel [2001] and 100 [2005], which was produced by none other than Johnny Rzeznik of Goo Goo Dolls. Making waves worldwide, Australian Idol winner Shannon Noll notably covered Andy’s song “Shine,” notching a #1 for eight weeks on the Australian Singles Chart as a result. Plus, the latter landed various film, television, and commercial syncs. It even served as the theme song for the Commonwealth Games.

    Settling in Los Angeles, he logged countless sessions, penning music for everyone from Dragonette to Goo Goo Dolls and Lola Lennox—produced by her mother Annie Lennox. He notably co-wrote the “Hyper Love” for Ferry Corsten, earning a Top 10 entry on the Billboard Dance Singles Chart. His other major placements included Cider Sky’s “Northern Lights” for The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (Soundtrack), which bowed at #1 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums Chart and Top US Soundtrack Albums Chart and in the Top 4 of the Billboard 200. 2020 saw him introduce White Elephant Orchestra with the project’s first offering, Debut. Right out of the gate, tastemakers like NPR World Café championed the music with airplay.

    During 2022, he immersed himself into this latest solo project.

    “I love collaboration, but I had a real need for my own voice to be out there again,” he explains. “Lyrically, I have a pretty high bar for myself because the people I’ve worked with also had such high bars. I just wanted to be able to knock this project out of the park on my own.”

    He nodded to inspirations as diverse as movies and poetry to nature and the various people around him, in addition to wrestling with our society’s dependency on technology. Among many highlights, “Beautiful Sky” dives into this core concept. Revolving around lithe acoustic guitar, gentle verses give way to an anthemic refrain, “all I need is a beautiful sky.”

    “It was actually the first song I wrote for this record,” he recalls. “It’s specifically about being overwhelmed by social media. Often, you need to walk outside, look up, and just chill from it all.”

    Then, there’s “Oxygen.” Between brisk strumming and a lively beat, he leans into a hummable melody. He makes a pledge to a friend in a time of need, going on to urge, “Let me be your oxygen.”

    “I wrote that song about a friend who went through a really bad divorce,” he notes. “I wasn’t around him in Toronto, so all I could do was check up on him through FaceTime and just hear him out. It’s just about helping somebody else.”

    Accented by light synths, the stripped-down soundscape of “Champion” underlines a captivating vocal performance and his eloquent storytelling. “After a concert, my wife and I went to this diner,” he elaborates. “One waitress was alone, and she serving easily a hundred people. I realized I could never do that job. I was sitting in the booth, and this whole story came to me. She’s surrounded by craziness, but she’s staying calm and killing it.”

    In the end, Andy might inspire you to treasure the little things around you even more.

    “I want people to walk away with a sense of hopefulness,” he leaves off. “I hope this album is strong enough so you can remember the stories. I put a lot of care into them, and I’m happy to finally share them.”

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/houseofandy
    https://www.facebook.com/andystochansky
    https://x.com/HouseofAndy

    Steve Aoki, Nile Rodgers, Sam Feldt, XANDRA and Zak Abel – I’m Coming Out

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    Editorial Team
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    Steve Aoki, Nile Rodgers, Sam Feldt, XANDRA and Zak Abel - I'm Coming Out
    Steve Aoki, Nile Rodgers, Sam Feldt, XANDRA and Zak Abel - I'm Coming Out

    After weeks of building anticipation across social media, a star-studded collaboration has arrived. Steve Aoki, Nile Rodgers, Sam Feldt, XANDRA and Zak Abel have unveiled ‘I’m Going Out,’ a fresh reimagining of Diana Ross’ legendary anthem ‘I’m Coming Out.’ The track is out today via Amsterdam-, New York- and London-based dance label Armada Music.

    Sparked by an idea from two-time Grammy-nominated DJ and producer Steve Aoki and the legendary Nile Rodgers to create a contemporary anthem of celebration, ‘I’m Going Out’ comes just in time for the party season. While drawing from the uplifting spirit and empowering message of Diana Ross’ 1980 hit song, the original gains a modern sonic thanks to Sam Feldt, XANDRA and Zak Abel, blending the instantly recognizable melodies from the original with a fresh production and new lyrics, to become first-ever dance reinterpretation of the classic. Nile Rodgers, who co-wrote and produced the original with Bernard Edwards of CHIC, brings his re-recorded signature guitar to the reimagined dance-pop version, marking the first time he has featured on a rework of the original as a performer.

    The release follows a remarkable year for Nile Rodgers, with a recent Grammy nomination in the best pop/duo group performance category for Beyonce’s ‘Levii’s Jeans’ to a string of successful releases, including a linkup with Cedric Gervais for a rework of Sister Sledge’s ‘We Are Family’, and ‘For Life’ with Kygo and Zak Abel. Aoki, with his extensive cross-genre discography and collaborations with artists like Lil Uzi Vert, Maluma and BTS, continues to push the boundaries of genre and style.

    Multi-platinum hitmaker Sam Feldt and DJ sensation XANDRA bring their signature house-pop style to ‘I’m Going Out,’ following recent successes like Feldt’s chart-topping remix of global hit Mi Amor’ with JVKE & Anitta and XANDRA’s breakout debut ‘Body Say’. The track is fueled by minimalist drum beats, subtle percussion and an electrifying drop, with vocals from British star Zak Abel, whose career has soared through collaborations with icons like Kygo and Avicii.

    On the linkup, Nile Rodgers said: “The original song holds a special place in my heart due to its incredibly uplifting energy and memorable message of inclusion. We wanted to preserve that spirit while introducing a new sound that feels fresh and exciting.”

    “Music has a unique power to unite people from all walks of life, and Nile and Diana’s timeless classic has been the soundtrack to unforgettable moments worldwide,” added Steve Aoki. “It’s an incredible honor to work with Nile, Sam, XANDRA and Zak, and reimagine this iconic dance floor anthem.”

    Sam Feldt, whose music always aims to spread positivity and joy, reflects on the project: “I’ve been a fan of the disco hit ‘I’m Coming Out’ for as long as I can remember, so turning it into something fresh with Steve Aoki, XANDRA, Zak Abel and the original hitmaker Nile Rodgers was surreal. This is one of those rare tracks that hits you right in the feel-good zone—a blend of nostalgia with a fresh, tropical twist that makes you want to move. We’ve kept the essence but rewired it to be all about letting go of a relationship that doesn’t serve you anymore and starting fresh. But honestly, it’s the kind of track you just put on when you’re ready to start a night that could go anywhere. No need to be recently single.” In addition to his music career, Feldt uses his platform to promote environmental sustainability through his Heartfeldt Foundation, furthering his commitment to spreading happiness and unity.

    XANDRA added: “‘I’m Going Out’ is the wildest collaboration and mix of personalities that tells our version of a much-needed night out. An iconic night needs an iconic group and for this one, we have Steve and Sam, Zak’s powerful vocals and Nile the legend behind it all. This track feels like the perfect tribute to the original energy Diana Ross brought to this song so many years ago.”

    ‘I’m Coming Out’, originally released in 1980, became a defining anthem for the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating personal freedom, self-expression and embracing one’s true identity. Written and produced by Rodgers and Edwards, the song’s empowering lyrics and vibrant disco sound propelled it to global success, reaching #5 on the Billboard Hot 100. It has since become a staple of global Pride celebrations and an enduring symbol of liberation and individuality.

    About Steve Aoki

    Counting nearly 3 billion music streams to his name, Steve Aoki is a true visionary. Billboard described the 2x-GRAMMY-nominated music producer, artist, fashion designer, entrepreneur, futurist, and Dim Mak Records founder as “one of the most in-demand entertainers in the world.” A Guinness World Record holder for the “Most Traveled Musician in a Single Calendar Year,” Aoki has performed at nearly every top festival around the world, including Coachella, Ultra Music Festival, Lollapalooza, Fuji Rock Festival, Tomorrowland, and Electric Daisy Carnival. Aoki also graced recent covers of Entrepreneur Magazine, Success Magazine, Electronic Musician, and Adweek as their “Visionary of the Year.”

    As a globally successful cross-genre solo artist, Aoki has collaborated with an impressive list of varied artists, including BTS, Maluma, Snoop Dogg, Linkin Park, blink-182, One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson, Machine Gun Kelly, Lil Uzi Vert, 2 Chainz and Daddy Yankee, on top of having released three Platinum singles, six Gold singles, and over ten Top 10 radio records.

    Aoki approaches each new endeavor with the same sense of dedication he’s put into his past achievements, including the Grammy-nominated Netflix documentary I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead (2016) and his memoir BLUE: The Color of Noise (2019). In 2012, he also founded THE AOKI FOUNDATION to support organizations in brain science and its research. His influential record label Dim Mak, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2021, is known for being a launching pad for the careers of prominent acts like Bloc Party, The Chainsmokers, Bloody Beetroots, The Kills, Zedd, and Diplo.

    LINKS:
    https://steveaoki.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/steveaoki/
    https://www.facebook.com/steveaoki/
    https://x.com/steveaoki
    https://www.youtube.com/steveaoki

    About Nile Rodgers

    Nile Rodgers is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee and a multiple Grammy Award winning songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist.

    In 2023 he became the first creator to be awarded a Lifetime Achievement Grammy for his legacy in the same year as being awarded a Grammy for his new work with Beyoncé on the smash hit “Cuff It”.

    As the Co-founder of CHIC, Nile pioneered a musical language that generated chart-topping hits like “Le Freak”, the biggest selling single in the history of Atlantic Records and sparked the advent of hip-hop with “Good Times” and “Rapper’s Delight”.

    His work in The CHIC Organization, including “We Are Family” for Sister Sledge and “I’m Coming Out” for Diana Ross, and his productions for artists such as David Bowie (“Let’s Dance”), Madonna (“Like A Virgin”) and Duran Duran (“The Reflex”), have sold more than 500 million albums and 100 million singles worldwide, while his innovative, trendsetting collaborations with Daft Punk, Daddy Yankee, LE SSERAFIM and Beyoncé reflect the vanguard of contemporary hits.

    Nile is the first, and only Producer In Residence at Apple Music and helms the award-winning Apple Music 1’s “Deep Hidden Meaning” radio show celebrating the work of great songwriters. Nile served as the first-ever Chief Creative Advisor for the incomparable Abbey Road Studios and is the Chairman of the Songwriters Hall of Fame as well as Co-founder of Hipgnosis Songs, the multi-billion-dollar investment fund listed on the London Stock Exchange’s FTSE 250.

    In 2001 in the wake of 9/11 Nile co-founded the We Are Family Foundation (WAFF) at first to bring everyone together following the tragedy to start the healing process. It quickly evolved into an organization dedicated to the vision of a global family by creating and supporting programs that promote cultural diversity while nurturing, mentoring, and amplifying the vision, talents and ideas of young people who are positively changing the world.

    WAFF is focused on empowering young people globally through its acclaimed youth leadership, storytelling and mentoring program, Three Dot Dash; Youth To The Front Fund, designed to support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), youth at the forefront of fighting systemic racism, inequality and injustice; and Youth To The Table, bringing youth voices to decision making tables that are shaping humanity’s future.

    LINKS:
    https://www.nilerodgers.com
    https://www.instagram.com/nilerodgers
    https://www.facebook.com/NileRodgersOfficial/
    https://x.com/nilerodgers
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcuWY5m5Ev91PXvRn_dFScw

    About Sam Feldt

    Since bursting onto the scene with his multi-platinum-selling remix of “Show Me Love,” Sam has continued redefining dance music’s boundaries. His signature style—a blend of deep house with pop sensibilities—has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. With global megahits like “Post Malone” featuring RANI, amassing close to one billion total streams to date, Sam has demonstrated his ability to craft songs that not only move the dance floor but also tug at the heartstrings, collaborating with the world’s most prominent pop artists like Rita Ora, Kesha, and Tones & I.

    Beyond his music, Sam has made significant strides as an entrepreneur and advocate for sustainability. His Heartfeldt ecosystem, including Heartfeldt Records, Publishing, Radio, Events, and Foundation, underscores his commitment to helping new talent in the music industry and positively impacting the world.

    Sam’s influence extends beyond the studio and the stage. Through the Heartfeldt Foundation, he champions environmental sustainability and a conscious lifestyle, leveraging his platform to inspire change and action among his audience and peers.

    “Spreading happiness with my music is the best job in the world,” says Sam. With every beat, every note, and every song, Sam Feldt continues to chase the endless summer, bringing warmth, joy, and unity to listeners worldwide.

    LINKS:
    https://samfeldt.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/samfeldt
    https://www.facebook.com/officialsamfeldt/
    https://x.com/SamFeldtMusic
    https://www.youtube.com/samfeldt

    About XANDRA

    In just two years as a college graduate, 24-year-old Alexandra Pohl (professionally known as XANDRA) boasts a thriving career as a self-taught house DJ that has propelled to new heights in music. Her exponential success has led to unbelievable opportunities, including DJing at the F1 Miami Grand Prix, the 2023 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show at Miami Swim Week (where she also walked the runway in their 2023 + 2024 shows), and Spotify’s Women In Music Event during Miami Music Week, to name just a few. She has also opened for and played back-to-back sets with mainstay DJ acts including Calvin Harris at the Pegasus World Cup, The Chainsmokers, Diplo, FISHER, Kygo, and more. XANDRA is also currently on her second headlining tour of the year, the “BODY SAY Fall Tour,” where she continues to sell out some of the biggest nightlife venues across the country, including Marquee in NYC, LIV Miami, Tao Chicago, and Hakkasan in Las Vegas, among others. She’s inked a Vegas residency with Tao Group and most recently made her Electric Daisy Carnival debut at EDC Orlando, which comes on the heels of her inaugural Lollapalooza mainstage performance, as well as performances at this year’s Forbes Under 30 Summit, the first-ever US Open Finals Fan Fest, and Palm Tree Festival in the Hamptons. Signed as the sole, premiere female artist on Palm Tree MGMT’s talent roster, the artist management firm co-founded by Kygo, XANDRA’s career is surpassing her wildest dreams as she proudly marches to the beat of her own drum.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/xandrapohl
    https://www.tiktok.com/@xandrapohl/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBlzeBmsfI5p0yo35N28a9w

    About Zak Abel

    Zak Abel is a British singer / songwriter, who first rose to fame after supplying guest vocals on Gorgon City’s UK Top 20 hit single ‘Unmissable’. Penning his own songs as a 14-year-old and uploading videos of his work to YouTube, this eventually led to him signing a record deal in 2014. Zak and Joker released a four-track EP in 2015, shortly followed by Zak’s solo project ‘One Hand On The Future’, where he collaborated with Tom Misch on ‘Beautiful Escape’ and Kaytranada on ‘Say Sumthin’. Through these early collaborations, Zak felt emboldened as a writer, setting him up perfectly for the release of his 2017 debut album, ‘Only When We’re Naked’. This significantly increased his stock as a writer too – being asked to pen hit records for the likes of Kygo, Avicii, R3hab & ZAYN, and Paloma Faith & John Legend. His own music blends soulful vocals with R&B and pop. The smokey 2021 release “Be Kind” made it into AirPlay Charts in various European countries and Top 30 HOT AC in the US and has been the defining direction for his second album, ‘Love Over Fear’.

    LINKS:
    https://www.zakabel.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/zakabel
    https://www.facebook.com/zakabelmusic
    https://x.com/zakabel
    https://www.youtube.com/@ZakAbel

    Remy Reilly – Dirty Work

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    Ryan Martin
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    Remy Reilly
    Remy Reilly

    Remy Reilly has today released her new single titled ‘Dirty Work’. An introspective song for the introverted heart, ‘Dirty Work’ quietly takes the high road leading to that light at the end of the tunnel with bravado and class all within a song that all the wounds left from life’s harsh lessons.

    Musically, the track is a quietly dominating rock-pop song with a subtle hook and a slow sonic climb that feels as much a journey as it goes a song. A confessional set to a soundtrack. Big in it’s smallness and loud in it’s subtlety.

    Check out our other features with Remy Reilly HERE.

    About ‘Dirty Work’

    Inspired by her own experiences, Remy Reilly reflects on past relationships and explores the challenges of moving beyond them to embrace self-love. “‘Dirty Work’ is like my own personal diary entry,” Reilly shares. “It’s a song about the fear of intimacy, the fear of not being enough, and the comparison of others.” Following a betrayal, Reilly found herself struggling with self-doubt and insecurity, ruminating on a situation in which she compared herself to another woman. “I wrote this song when I was in a dark place on my self-love journey, and I hope it comforts others who share the same struggles and helps them realize we all are worthy of love.”

    Recorded at Modern Electric Sound Recorders in Dallas with producer and mixer John Pedigo (Old 97s, Joshua Ray Walker,) “Dirty Work” was written by Remy Reilly and mastered by Todd Pipes of Deep Blue Something. Remy Reilly’s signature pop-rock style and stirring rasp powerfully convey the voyage of reclaiming self-worth after heartbreak, creating an anthem for anyone seeking to overcome past pain. “Dirty Work” will be followed by a music video directed by Travis Beverly on Thursday, December 5.

    About Remy Reilly

    Remy Reilly is a Texas-based indie-pop artist who constantly evolves her sound, blending a plethora of musical influences with her poignant, vivid songwriting and soulful vocals. Pushing beyond the boundaries of genres, Remy Reilly’s distinctive sound is refreshing and innovative, made unique by her commitment to authenticity. Most recently, Reilly released “Half Price Books,” the follow-up to her 2023 single, “What Do Ya Know” and her 2022 EP, Avalanche.

    Touching on topics like self-respect, loving yourself, and female empowerment, and drawing from her and her friends’ experiences, Remy Reilly reflects on the trials and tribulations of her early adulthood with innate curiosity and authenticity. She has established herself as an emerging voice in the Dallas music scene, opened for several big-name acts, has been nominated for four Dallas Observer Awards, winning Best New Act, and has received praise from champions such as the Dallas Observer, Earmilk, KXT 91.7FM, Music Connection Magazine, and CelebMix.

    Remy Reilly has opened for several big-name acts, including OneRepublic, Joan Osborne, Haley Reinhart, and Marc Rebillet, and has performed at SXSW, The Bluebonnet Festival, and The Gathering Music Festival. She’s been nominated for 4 Dallas Observer Awards, winning Best New Act, and was featured in the Dallas Observer, Texas Lifestyle Magazine, Dallas Magazine, Paper City Magazine, and more. Her EP, Avalanche, produced by Matt Pence and Sarah Jaffee, is an eclectic collection of bops and a ballad about a young woman’s struggles and experiences while growing up. The record received praise from Music Connection Magazine, Prelude Press, and Twangville, accumulated over 100K streams on Spotify, and received airplay on several radio stations, including KXT 97.1FM, KACV 89.9FM, and SoCal Sound 88.5FM. With more music on the way, Remy is solidifying her place in the indie-pop music scene.

    LINKS:
    https://www.remyreilly.com
    https://twitter.com/remyreillymusic
    https://www.facebook.com/remyreillymusic
    https://www.tiktok.com/@remy…reilly
    https://www.instagram.com/remyreilly/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbDTorej-mYpnBQMBNlImcw
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3287UtPhLNwVUUIz1cOZuz

    Pure Obsessions & Red Nights – A Little Dove

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    Pure Obsessions & Red Nights - A Little Dove
    Pure Obsessions & Red Nights - A Little Dove

    Pure Obsessions & Red Nights, french Dark-Wave Synthpop act, has unveiled their brand new single “A little love”. The track serves as a glimpse into the forthcoming album, which promises a rich tapestry of darkwave and synthpop blended with the vitality of post-punk and gothic atmospheres.

    Philippe Deschemin, the visionary behind the project, elaborates on the single: “The saga of Mr. Strangler continues in the third chapter of the Night Trilogy, heralding a new album on the horizon : NIGHTBREED. ” With “A little love” I’m excited to share a piece crafted using quintessential ’80s equipment, channeling the era’s quintessential vibes and grooves reminiscent of legends from Depeche Mode to The Cure…”

    Pure Obsessions & Red Nights will be touring Europe to celebrate the release of the third latest album of the Night Trilogy.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINK:
    https://linktr.ee/pureobsessionandrednights

    Fountain – Talking To Ghosts

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    Fountain have released their new EP titled 'Talking To Ghosts'.
    Fountain have released their new EP titled 'Talking To Ghosts'.

    Fountain have released their new EP titled ‘Talking To Ghosts’. Fuzztone guitar rock with an angst and attitude wrapped inside massive hooks with a pop-tone sense of self awareness, Fountain delve deep in the glitter bag for all things shiny just to dirt them up and put them on display.

    Surprisingly varied and outside of the box, and the norm, Fountain take ‘Talking To Ghosts’ to a stratosphere untouched by contemporaries and journeyed only by legends. This is one of those kind of albums/EPs. The kind that excite and inspire.

    About ‘Talking To Ghosts’

    Released just ahead of the duo’s upcoming UK headline tour, the new EP highlights the bands ability to craft driven, high-octane and yet commercially attuned tracks which capture the energy and intensity of their live shows. Produced by acclaimed producer and mixing engineer Lee Russell, the EP brings both infectious melodies and soundscapes which jump between vibrant fuzzy rock riffs whilst bringing a Black keys-esque blues-rock flair. Topping the punching drums and distorted guitar tones, the charismatic and melodic lead vocal delivers stirring vocal performances and thoughtful, often relatable lyricism.

    Talking about the new EP, the duo explain: “Recorded over the course of 4 months at Lee Russell’s ‘Dulcetone’ studio, inside a chapel, ‘Talking to Ghosts’ is a story of death and rebirth, bidding farewell to times that passed, whilst welcoming new beginnings; and being in conversation with both sides.”

    About Fountain

    Formed in 2023, Fountain has rapidly captured the attention of both fans and industry professionals alike. Their debut headline show sold out in advance, and their first summer festival performances in 2024 made waves. Already featured as BBC Introducing’s track of the week gain acclaim from the likes of New Noise, Earmilk, Dork, Upset and Backseat Mafia, and played on BBC Radio 6, the band has quickly cemented themselves as one to watch ahead of their upcoming debut EP.

    Inspired by rock giants like The Black Keys, IDLES, White Stripes, and Queens of the Stone Age, Fountain blends infectious riffs and electric energy with emotionally resonant lyrics to create a sound which is at once high octane and melodic. The upcoming EP ‘Talking To Ghosts’ showcases the band’s journey so far and highlights the completeness of their sound despite being a fresh and new name.

    LINKS:
    https://www.facebook.com/ourFountainband/
    https://www.instagram.com/officiallyfountain/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi648mF_t2ifBDKnNatTHig
    https://www.tiktok.com/@officiallyfountain

    Noah Weiland – 2 Nights + New Video

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    Noah Weiland, Son of Legendary Rock Frontman Scott Weiland, Channels Gritty Alternative Pop with Raw, Confessional Lyrics on his new single, '2 Nights'.
    Noah Weiland, Son of Legendary Rock Frontman Scott Weiland, Channels Gritty Alternative Pop with Raw, Confessional Lyrics on his new single, '2 Nights'.

    Noah Weiland, Son of Legendary Rock Frontman Scott Weiland, Channels Gritty Alternative Pop with Raw, Confessional Lyrics on his new single, ‘2 Nights’. The song combines a gritty alternative pop sound with the youthful energy of hyperpop. ‘2 Nights’ is accompanied by a music video featuring a grainy, VHS-style aesthetic that highlights Noah Weiland’s bold and edgy fashion choices. The video brings the song to life with a blend of nostalgic visuals and Noah’s raw, confessional-style hyperpop lyrics.

    Growing up in Southern California as the son of Scott Weiland, lead singer of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver, had a profound impact on Noah’s musical journey. He began releasing music in 2020, with his 2023 single “yesterday,” attracting attention from major outlets like Rolling Stone, Consequence of Sound, Loudwire, and iHeart Radio. Noah is currently putting the wraps on his debut release, CALL JESUS, which will be out in 2025.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://instagram.com/1noahweiland
    https://tiktok.com/@1noahweiland
    https://youtube.com/@noahweiland

    Zygnema – Grind

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    Zygnema has today released the new video for their track titled ‘Grind’ from their latest EP ‘Iconic’. To say the least, this was way not what I expected. ‘Grind’ is the perfect title, to start off. But there is way, way more than I expected in this. An in your face groove mixing Indian and Hindu style music with modern aggression and mayhem, ‘Grind’ is more than what that titled implies. There is such a groove within the truly global tinge of music that, in my opinion, may need to be called something else.

    The video takes it to the streets of Mumbai amid the song as a soundtrack. It gives all new levels of flavor and fusion that you can’t help but feel hooked and a part of it. This is what music is for. Getting immersed in the world that the artist creates and wanting more.

    About Zygnema

    The band formed in 2008 and released their celebrated debut full-length ‘Born of Unity’, in 2010. Their popularity quickly soared, leading them to win multiple awards at 2011, 2014 and 2016’s Rolling Stone Metal Awards. They’ve played slots at esteemed festivals such as Wacken Open Air, Inferno Metal Fest, and have headlined and co-headlined major festivals across India alongside bands such as Megadeth, Tesseract, Fear Factory, Behemoth, In Flames, Opeth and others.

    In 2019 the band curated their own successful 16 date European tour, no mean feat for a band based in India, earning notable write ups from Red Bull and Rolling Stone India.

    Their recent five track EP ‘Iconic’, the follow up to 2016’s second album ‘What Makes Us Human Is Obsolete’ was released in March 2024, blending traditional Indian musical elements with modern groove metal, showcasing a unique fusion of konnakols (vocal percussion) and ragas with heavy metal grooves and riffs. Each track on the EP highlights this cultural blend, whilst paying homage to the city of Mumbai, capturing its vibrant spirit and resilience, whilst lyrically exploring both the personal and social issues we survive in modern times.

    ‘Grind’, taken from the EP, centers itself around the band’s pride in their city and in their people.

    Discussing the lyrical themes behind the track, the band state, “We are proud of the city that we live in. It has made us who we are. The city is what it is because of the people and their hustle and GRIND to live a good life despite the challenges they’re faced with. This is what inspired us to write and dedicate this song to the city and to the amazing people of this city.”

    The accompanying music video highlights the day to day grind it takes to live in the hustling, bustling city of Mumbai. Discussing what they hoped to achieve with the music video, the band say, “The people of Mumbai are resilient, and are having fun grinding it out in their day to day lives. The grind of Mumbai spares no one. It doesn’t matter what strata or class you belong to; Nobody is complaining. At the end of the day, they have fun and celebrate their achievements. That’s what we want to showcase through our music video.”

    LINKS:
    https://www.facebook.com/Zygnema
    https://www.instagram.com/zygnemaofficial/
    https://x.com/ZygnemaOfficial
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/6yybpD4MZbjnSb202PGcuj
    https://music.apple.com/us/artist/zygnema/529564150
    https://music.amazon.com/artists/B0085HVDLA/zygnema
    https://www.youtube.com/@ZygnemaTube

    Littrell – Cycle

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    Littrell has released her new video for the track titled ‘Cycle’. Wow. Just wow. Okay, how’s that for a start? What I mean is that Littrell has that one thing that so many try to achieve and so few ever realize. She has an original style that simply cannot be touched. That certain something that is always just out of reach. Her music is the type that could play in the background and still influence you. Dark and melodic. Moody and beautiful. A weathered muse, so to say.

    With ‘Cycle’, the divide between audio and visual mix and blend in a creative marriage that beholds a story ambiguous enough to relate to yet vivid enough to captivate. This is the heart of what all art should be. Inspiring. Delicate on the surface yet solid at the core. There is a style and artistry about ‘Cycle’ that stays with you long after that first listen. Inspiration now has a theme.

    Check out our other features with Littrell HERE.

    About ‘Cycle’

    Littrell is rapidly gaining recognition for their hauntingly cinematic, genre-defying sound, which merges dark pop, alt rock, and trip-hop influences into an immersive sonic landscape. Critics have praised the band for their emotionally complex music and seamless fusion of styles, with AudioFuzz calling their synergy “both gritty and magical” and Imperfect Fifth describing their music as “a visceral genre-blurring masterstroke.” Their ability to craft intricate, emotionally charged soundscapes has earned them accolades from outlets like Jammerzine, which notes, “this is where the indie scene should be heading,” and RocDaFuqOut, which hails Littrell as “a force to be reckoned with.”

    This growing recognition is also reflected in the band’s widespread support across North American college radio. Tracks from Public Love are in rotation on core stations such as KSYM in San Antonio, TX, WXAV in Chicago, IL (debuting at #18), and M3 Radio in Brooklyn, NY. The album has also found a home on stations like KBGA in Missoula, MT (#10 on Top 30), Radio 3hive in Provo, UT, and WSUM in Madison, WI, among many others, building a strong presence on indie and alternative radio across the country.

    A prime example of the band’s ability to push boundaries, both musically and thematically, is the song Cycle. Written and co-produced by Lindsay Littrell, the track explores the addictive nature of toxic relationships and the cyclical patterns of abuse. “Seeing the pattern is the first step in breaking it,” Lindsay reflects.

    Rooted in a commitment to social and political transformation, Cycle isn’t just a personal reflection— it’s a call to action. “From our relationships to our systems, we need to recognize the cycle and all the roles we play in it in order to begin to unravel it and build something new,” Lindsay explains. “Cycle is part of a larger narrative we’re telling across Public Love.” They continue, “It’s about embracing the beautiful, complicated mess of relationships that lead us toward deeper, more authentic connections. We hope to create something that resonates on a personal level while contributing to broader collective healing.”

    The Cycle music video continues Littrell’s tradition of visually striking storytelling that complements their sonically rich music. Conceptualized by Lindsay and director Christian Barreno, the video was shot over three intense days in Irvington, Indianapolis. Cycle, along with the previous visuals for Shark Week, Dirty, and Streams, is part of the slow-burn rollout of their visual album. Lindsay produced all of the videos and trailers, and serves as the creative director for this world Littrell is building.

    Directed, shot, and edited by Barreno, the Cycle video is a visually powerful extension of the song’s emotional weight. Lindsay’s emotive dancing throughout the video adds an expressive layer, translating the tension between being trapped in a toxic cycle and the yearning to break free. As Imperfect Fifth aptly puts it, Littrell’s approach is “a visceral genre-blurring masterstroke,” with Lindsay’s movement playing an integral role in the emotional storytelling.

    The visual album also features Marcus Ellison Jr., a Los Angeles-based actor who plays Lindsay’s romantic counterpart in Shark Week, Dirty, and now Cycle. Their on-screen chemistry enhances the emotional intensity of the video, reflecting the turbulent dynamics explored in the band’s music. The song Cycle, like the rest of Public Love, was recorded at Littrell bandmate Garrett Langebartels’ Naptime Recordings studio in Indianapolis. Garrett’s co-production, engineering, and multi-instrumental contributions were pivotal in shaping the lush, atmospheric sound, co-building the sonic frame for the raw emotional depth of the music. Melissa Mattey mixed and mastered Cycle in Nashville, TN, adding the final polish to the track’s atmospheric production.

    From songwriting and recording to filmmaking and live performance, every aspect of Littrell’s work reflects their dedication to independent creative expression. “We didn’t wait for anyone to give us the green light,” Lindsay explains. “The stories we’re telling felt too urgent to sit on. While we’re open to industry support, we refused to wait for permission. We took matters into our own hands, did it ourselves, and we’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished.”

    Cycle is the latest music video from Littrell’s debut album Public Love, which also includes fan favorites like “Streams,” “Dirty,” “Wind Be With You,” and “Shark Week.” The album has earned praise for its cinematic approach, blending dark pop, alt rock, and trip-hop influences with powerful storytelling. WithGuitars calls Littrell “gutsy, gifted, and showing an intense commitment to authentic expression,” while The Urban Juice highlights their ability to blend diverse genres into a cohesive sound, setting them apart in the contemporary music scene.

    “This video, and all of Public Love, comes straight from our guts,” Lindsay says. “This album and its visuals are a reflection of our struggles, our triumphs, and our longings. We’ve held nothing back, and we hope it connects with people on a deep level—helping us all connect more authentically with ourselves and each other.”

    About Littrell

    Littrell is a dark pop/alt rock/trip-hop duo based in Indianapolis, made up of core members Lindsay Littrell (they/them) and Garrett Langebartels (he/him). Together, they’ve found something both gritty and magical in the way their creative personalities intertwine. As a unit, Lindsay and Garrett are deep and inventive—connecting in all the right places and complementing each other in the others. What flows from this musical partnership is an often-hypnotic world that pulls listeners in, making them want to stay.

    Littrell’s music blends powerful storytelling with genre-defying production, creating an immersive sonic landscape that is uniquely their own. Their debut album Public Love has earned widespread praise for its bold sound and introspective lyrics, pushing boundaries both musically and thematically. With influences ranging from MeShell Ndegeocello to Radiohead, Littrell weaves an evocative narrative across their songs and visuals, cementing themselves as a truly independent force in the indie music scene.

    LINKS:
    https://www.thisislittrell.com/
    https://instagram.com/thebandlittrell
    https://www.patreon.com/thisislittrell
    https://www.tiktok.com/thisislittrell

    BAYEM – Malibu + New Video

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    BAYEM - Malibu
    BAYEM - Malibu

    “Malibu” comes off BAYEM’s upcoming new EP TAPE 3, set for release on December 14. Written and recorded with Owen Thomas (Kishi Bashi, Dream Chief, The Band Perry) and mixed by Geoff Swan (Charli XCX, Caroline Polachek, Billie Eilish), the collection of sonically expansive tracks across the new project make for a bold addition to his multi-million-number streaming catalog. “Malibu” follows the success of previously released singles from this year including the shimmering, synth-rock anthem “Avalanche” and the soulful, R&B-infused “Regrets.”

    After making his performance debut in Los Angeles this fall, BAYEM will be performing an EP release show in Indianapolis on December 14. He recently performed a sold out, two-week residency at the famed club Lo-Fi Lounge, solidifying him as one of the most sought-after artists that the city has recently generated. He’ll make his return to his hometown with a show at the Hi-Fi in celebration of the release of his new EP.

    About BAYEM

    25 year old BAYEM hails from Indianapolis. Raised in a musical family, he was exposed at an early age to underground house, acid jazz, neo soul, and mainstream music. His songs interpret this diverse well of influence in a wholly unique way, with his raw perspective on life and culture being aptly manifested in his fresh lyrical depth and undeniable hooks.

    His track “Pressure” was included in the season finale of The Kardashians and the single “Joyride” was featured in the Hulu original film, Sex Appeal (2022). BAYEM’s music has been featured on Spotify’s coveted Fresh Finds: Pop playlist and has earned early praise from outlets like CLOUT, Atwood Magazine, who included his EP AFTERGLOW in their “The 22 Best EPs of 2022” roundup, A1234, and beyond.

    After accruing millions of streams and glowing reviews of his singles “Pressure,” “Thrill,” “Joyride,” and “Demonize,” BAYEM issued the infectious 2023 singles “Daze” and “Starstruck.” These singles again expanded BAYEM’s growing cultural and critical success. In 2023, BAYEM released his ambitious project Oasis, a concept EP with five exceptional songs inspired by internet vaporwave and 1980’s new wave music. BAYEM is looking forward to charming audiences yet again with his upcoming new release later this year.

    Featured image by Owen Thomas.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://linktr.ee/iambayem
    https://www.facebook.com/iambayem
    https://www.instagram.com/iambayem
    https://x.com/iambayem

    Liang Lawrence – Kiss My Apocalypse + Tour Dates

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    Liang Lawrence - Kiss My Apocalypse
    Liang Lawrence - Kiss My Apocalypse

    Liang Lawrence has today released her new single titled ‘Kiss My Apocalypse’ via The Other Songs Records. Almost featuring that lazy summer attitude within the music, it’s actually an all year long type of track that really highlights that smooth voice and suave lyrics that seem almost angelic with a little bit of snark. That, to me, is an honesty and earnestness at the core of the track and, in a sense, the musician behind it all.

    With a personal touch and a background within the music that hides a lot more than you would think with that first listen, there is that certain something that is part captivating and accessible between the notes. While a love song on the surface, it’s a love of song in the construction. Beautifully crafted hook and style that is signature for an artist on the rise.

    About ‘Kiss My Apocalypse’

    Lawrence said of the song: “‘Kiss My Apocalypse’ is probably the least casual way you could tell someone that you want to spend the rest of your life with them. I found it refreshing to write a love song that just simply puts my cards on the table and lets someone know how I feel.”

    “Kiss My Apocalypse” arrives on the heels of Lawrence’s new EP What’s Dead and Gone, an evocative coming-of-age portrait that’s garnered praise from BBC Radio 1, BBC Introducing and Atwood Magazine who hailed the body of work as “masterful storytelling and unforgettable melodies.” She celebrated the EP’s release with a sold-out debut headlining show at London’s Omeara this fall. Over the last few years, Lawrence has continued to build a devoted loyal following – her debut EP letters to myself amassed over 1 million streams in a matter of weeks upon its 2023 release and earned support from BBC Radio 1 Future Pop.

    Having grown up in eight different countries, Lawrence’s ability to find a home everywhere she goes is reflected in her borderless audience with listeners around the world. Initially drawn to music as a source of grounding consistency, she taught herself to play guitar and write songs from her bedroom, ultimately creating music that tells stories and expresses the messy emotions in everyday life.

    Featured image by Mollie McKay.

    LINKS:
    https://www.instagram.com/lianglawrencemusic
    https://www.tiktok.com/@lianglawrence
    https://www.facebook.com/alianglawrence
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ds0qtJvxbNmUPHWyXBfGA

    MaLLy & Last Word – Doing Okay 

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    MaLLy & Last Word have today released the video for their new collab titled ‘Doing Okay’ from their new joint album ‘The Sweetest of It All’. It’s always good to feel good and it’s even better to let it inspire you to let others know how you’re doing. Simply calling it ‘Doing Okay’ adds that subtle cherry on top to invite people in to share the goodness.

    Analog sounds with a vintage vinyl feel, ‘Doing Okay’ sparks the curiosity for the album, ‘The Sweetest of It All’, as well as the catalog of both artists and what made them who they are today.

    With a lot going on in the background, you will find new things to like and love about ‘Doing Okay’ with each subsequent listen, but you will keep coming back for that reassurance that you are also ‘doing okay’.

    About ‘Doing Okay’

    “Doing Okay” is the lush new single from MaLLy & Last Word’s joint album, ‘The Sweetest of It All’.

    After five years since his last full-length release, the Minneapolis rapper MaLLy returns sounding more comfortable and more focused on this warm feel good track.

    Accompanied by Last Word’s angelic and powerful keys and full bassline, MaLLy’s pen, bravado and delivery shine bright highlighting all of the reasons he is doing okay, better yet, doing great.

    About ‘The Sweetest of It All’

    ‘The Sweetest of It All’, MaLLy’s latest full-length offering and collaboration produced entirely by Last Word is a 14 track opus of personal and breezy expressions over a lush, colorful and futuristic-soul soundscape from the 70’s and 80’s with a light touch of boom bap nostalgia. Throughout the album, MaLLy calmly explores and identifies the layers of his humanity through the lens of joy, resilience, and equanimity. The south Minneapolis rapper confidently champions true liberation, his Blackness and sobriety as some of the Sweetest elements that the Creator has gifted him in this life.

    Miraculously, the album was birthed and completed worlds apart with MaLLy recording in Minneapolis while Last Word tirelessly sampled and chopped an array of audio textures from his new home in New Zealand. Although on opposite sides of the earth, both artists remained creative, reconnected on The Travelers Tour w/ Brother Ali in 2022 and collectively vowed to create an album that had its own sound, followed no trends and embodied the essence of wholeness like so many Hip-Hop classics that shaped their lives.

    From start to finish, the duo fearlessly tap into new territory and design a space that is much lighter, expansive and uplifting than their gritty and experimental collection from 2014, The Colors of Black. Fast forward 10 years later, and it is clear both MaLLy and Last Word’s energy is in sync, refined and more mature.

    MaLLy’s wisdom of years past, smooth flows, subtle wordplay and succinct content meld naturally with Last Word’s alluring production on the space age sonics of “New Year, New Wave” or funky-organ laced “Dreaming” and the moody and misty “100 Heartbreaks.” Whether the emcee is opening his heart or attempting to put it back together, in solidarity or comfortable in solitude, it might be safe to say that MaLLy is reinvigorated and focused with his most purposeful content and body of work to date.

    ‘The Sweetest of It All’ is rap, it’s soulful, it’s rich, it’s blue and it’s Black. A complete manifestation of balance, inner peace and growth.

    LINKS:
    https://www.mallympls.com
    https://www.instagram.com/mallympls
    https://www.facebook.com/MaLLyMPLS
    https://x.com/MaLLy
    https://www.instagram.com/lastwordmpls/
    https://x.com/LASTWORDMPLS
    https://www.facebook.com/LASTWORDMPLS

    The Veer Union & Silent Theory – Welcome to Dystopia

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    The Veer Union & Silent Theory
    The Veer Union & Silent Theory

    The Veer Union have teamed up with Silent Theory for the release of the title track to their upcoming album, “Welcome To Dystopia”. The song is the 3rd single from the themed LP, and is the follow up to recent hits “Empirical” and “Is This How It Ends”.

    “Welcome To Dystopia” is a socially conscious melodic metal song about the chaotic state of the world, fueled by rapidly advancing technology. It features propulsive guitars and thunderous drums with a relentless heavy rhythm that never lets up.

    The Veer Union says “For the past 40 years, technological advancements in robotics have integrated into our daily lives. As governments worldwide hasten to incorporate robotics into military and law enforcement uses, it is crucial for humanity to remain vigilant and informed about the capabilities, potential consequences and the agendas of those in charge of these technologies. The situation is both awe-inspiring and alarming. When Silent Theory agreed that they were in on this track we were so stoked! When we got into the studio with them there vibe was amazing and when Dakota started throwing down his parts, we knew this was gonna be something special. Working with Dakota and the Silent Theory boys was an honor and a pleasure”.

    Dakota Jerns of Silent Theory adds “This song feels like a statement from the point of view of a spectator watching the world burn. When I heard Crispin’s parts, I took them as someone not recognizing the world they once knew and reluctantly coming to terms with this new reality. I wanted to write my parts from the perspective of someone who couldn’t wait for society to collapse. Mirroring that reluctance with willingness. We sat down and worked these parts out together and when we come together in that final chorus, it’s as if those two ideas merge and I really like that”.

    About The Veer Union

    The Veer Union is a Vancouver, BC, Canada Hard Rock/Metal band that released their 1st album independently in 2006. They landed a record deal with Universal Records USA in 2008 and garnered their 1st Top 10 Active Rock Radio Single with their critically acclaimed song “Seasons” in the US and Canada. Since then, The Veer Union has amassed 350,000+ social media followers and has collectively sold over 200,000 Albums and has over 180 Million Streams Worldwide. They have achieved 12 Top 40 Singles on the Billboard Rock Radio Charts, and have 10 million cumulative video views on Youtube.

    Known for their dynamic live shows, TVU plays an average of 100 shows per year. They’ve toured with RED, Puddle Of Mudd, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Hinder, Saliva and Alesana, among others. A spring 2025 North American tour is in the works, with dates to be announced in the 1st quarter.

    About Silent Theory

    Silent Theory is an American rock band from Moscow, Idaho, founded in 2010. The band found national recognition in 2016 with the single “Fragile Minds” which charted both on rock radio and YouTube, becoming the band’s first video to reach over 1,000,000 views. They have since continued to chart at Active Rock Radio with “Watch Me Burn” , “Shaking Cages”, “The Price” , and “Flicker”.

    Featured image by Rock Shop Records.

    SOURCE: Official Bio

    LINKS:
    https://theveerunion.net
    https://x.com/theveerunion
    https://instagram.com/theveerunion
    https://www.tiktok.com/@theveerunionofficial

    Azure Blue – The Night of The Stars

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    Ryan Martin
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    Azure Blue, The Night of The Stars
    Azure Blue, The Night of The Stars
    1. Rise Azure Blue 00:30
    2. Three Times The Drama Azure Blue 00:30
    3. Visions and Themes Azure Blue 00:30
    4. Under The Stars Azure Blue 00:30
    5. Mia Luce Azure Blue 00:30
    6. Define Your Dreams Azure Blue 00:30
    7. What Is Love Azure Blue 00:30
    8. My Guiding Light Azure Blue 00:30
    9. The Miracle Azure Blue 00:30
    10. Martyrs Azure Blue 00:30

    Azure Blue is set to drop their new album titled ‘The Night of The Stars’ on Friday (November, 22nd) and on November 29th on vinyl via Hybris (main label from Sweden), Matinée Recordings (USA) & Anna Logue Records (Germany).

    The brainchild of Tobias Isaksson, one of Sweden’s most internationally acclaimed indie artists, ‘The Night of The Stars’ is an album that expands upon the previous work and adds more of a pop sensibility and vintage overall sound that encompasses a global sense of self and an introverted take on self value.

    Taking a cue from classics past, ‘The Night of The Stars’ opts for an analog production with vintage electronica that caresses the lyrics with meaning and the melodies with feeling, giving the album, as a whole, a more future classic sound and electro-vintage presentation.

    About Azure Blue

    ‘The Night of the Stars’ is the fantastic sixth album from dream pop favorites Azure Blue—the celebrated project of Tobias Isaksson, one of Sweden’s most internationally acclaimed indie artists. The album pushes the quality to its peak, exhibiting a richer, clearer, and more luxurious approach to the patented Azure Blue sound across ten enticing tracks about togetherness in times of hardship. With its warm, analog production, the album recalls the brilliance of the popular ‘Rule of Thirds’ debut album from 2011.

    Album opener ‘Rise’ is a shimmering track with a rushing drumbeat topped by luxurious layers of analog synths and a Peter Hook-like bass. The crystal-clear topline in ‘Three Times The Drama’ shines over an immediate pop melody. ‘Visions and Themes’ is another pop gem about love, dreams, and doubts featuring widescreen synths, manic drum machines, and a breathtaking key rise, while ‘Under The Stars’ delivers more top notch electronica and ‘Mia Luce’ is an emotional duet with Swedish pop starlet Paola.

    Side two of the album opens with ‘Define Your Dreams’—a bright flare first previewed during the dark days of the pandemic. ‘What Is Love?’— a song for dancing with tears in your eyes, while ‘My Guiding Light’ is a Dylanesque Bryan Ferry moment in a summer mood with heartfelt lyrics about a couple with differences. ‘The Miracle’ has a beat reminiscent of The Cure and the most personal lyrics on the album. Finally, ‘Martyrs’ is a sixties-influenced evergreen in a modern synth suite with strings and elegant vocal harmonies.

    Azure Blue says: “The album celebrates everything I love about the well-produced side of British pop music. The most well produced albums of New Order, Pet Shop Boys and OMD. But there is also a dark edge of sadness. I have processed my mother’s passing in the work on the record as a kind of synth therapy.”

    ‘The Night of the Stars’ is a distinguished masterpiece released with the support of the Swedish Culture Council. It is available digitally and in limited edition CD and 12” clear vinyl formats in collaboration of Hybris of Sweden, Matinée Recordings of USA and Anna Logue Records of Germany. It was mixed in a lush new way by Isaksson and producer legend Ollie Olson (Snoop Dogg, Robyn, Loreen, Darin, The Bee Gees etc) to find a clearer new angle to view his work.

    LINKS:
    https://azureblue.se/
    https://bit.ly/azurebluespotify
    https://instagram.com/azbtobias
    https://facebook.com/azureblueseuedeshoes

    The Sarandons – Drawing Dead

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    Ryan Martin
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    The Sarandons - Drawing Dead
    The Sarandons - Drawing Dead

    The Sarandons have released their new album titled ‘Drawing Dead’. A jam band feel with a live band vibe, we get a set of songs that bring an intimate party with a smile and a handshake, letting you know that the jam-band, Heartland style music is alive and well.

    Featuring a songwriter’s wit and a true musician’s flair, ‘Drawing Dead’ captures the meaning of the lyrics with captivating and varied music that spans emotions and fills you with inspiration. Old school radio vibes throughout, when radio was meaningful and listenable, with hints of nostalgia and vibrance, The Sarandons show that good music isn’t dead, it’s just something a bit harder to find. Here it is.

    “On this record, we worked with a new producer, Will Crann. We’d worked with Will on previous records and gotten to know him as a mix engineer. Before we started recording we talked about capturing more live off the floor and so that’s how we proceeded. We also worked to simplify arrangements and really only present one or two melodic elements at a time. Finally, we tried to leave room in the arrangements and mixed – the sorta space that lets things feel big.”
    David Suchon

    About ‘Drawing Dead’

    Heartland Canadian indie rockers The Sarandons return with their second full length album, Drawing Dead, a largely live-off-the-floor record that sees the band moving from “holding on tightly, to letting go lightly,” as lead singer Dave Suchon puts it. There are still plenty of electrifying moments – from Craig Keeney’s signature guitar solos to Damian Coleman’s fiercely melodic bass lines – but the true power is grounded in the band’s ability to cope with life’s wreckage.

    Though Drawing Dead prides itself on its ability to take a header into the perils of middle adulthood, The Sarandons double down on their herculean stamp of defiant optimism where the lines of fiction become strongly rooted in reality. Much like looking through a View-Master, filled with snapshots of the past, Drawing Dead is an exploration of these ephemeral fragments – pieces of a life once held together but now broken into memories. Or as the poet William Blake once put it, “Mind-forg’d manacles.” Yet, in this reckoning, there’s a certain power: the chance to process, to let go, and to find a new way forward.

    “Drawing Dead,” the focus track and the album’s namesake, is a play on going up against futility and finding peace and purpose in the inevitable. It’s about embracing defeat – or, more accurately, dealing with the cards you’re given – with a stoic resolve and an understanding of the graduations of acceptance toward total loss. That said, its glossy synths and bright guitar leads tantamount to Wolf Parade’s Dan Boeckner suggest a rebirth of sorts.


    Fading feelings of denial are akin to growth, no matter how long a grace period runs its course. Acceptance, the long sought-after stage of grief – albeit from failure, divorce, or death – cannot be rushed. For Suchon, this resonates deeply, especially considering the trials his family faced early in life.

    Drawing on one of his earliest memories, on “August 1982,” Suchon pays tribute to the amazing resolve and perseverance of his father, who broke his neck and was paralyzed from a freak diving accident that summer, at a backyard pool party. “My earliest memories are of Lyndhurst rehab hospital where my dad spent most of ’82 and ’83,” recalls Suchon. “I can’t imagine what he was going through, but he was always this amazing and loving father full of optimism and hope and he made those early memories really positive for me.” Later in life Suchon would learn more of his parents struggles – complete with unsolicited marital advice and phantom-like whispers of full-blooded schadenfreude.

    “When I was an adult, my parents shared more with me about those years. How, at the time of the accident, a doctor told my mom she should immediately file for divorce, which… she didn’t. My dad recalled that one night, while he was still immobilized with a halo screwed firmly into his skull, someone visited and whispered something like… ‘You’re not such a big shot now, are you?’”

    But through the darkness of the song is a testament to Suchon’s father, John, who passed away in 2021 at 77 years old, and his strength of character, in his ability to gracefully and beautifully live out a full life: “Oh a life in ricochet/You were with us all the way/’Till your hair was silver grey/New mornings, a new day,” Suchon sings.

    The Keeney crafted “These Hearts” – one of the most tender moments on the record – puts love in the crosshairs. Suchon sings, “The way you took me back, so unexpected/I wouldn’t love you any less if you didn’t.” Rare acoustics and boiled down basics of The Sarandons give up clarified moments of strength and human likeness. The song finds Edmund Cummings delivering with laid back piano from deep in the pocket, while Keeney’s guitar offers up a haunting twang that both play off and together with Suchon’s guitar.

    On “Feb_View,” Suchon imagines meeting up with benevolent ghosts, while Keeney bangs on with more solos in the spirit of The Strokes’ Nick Valensi or perhaps, Television’s Tom Verlaine, while Coleman announces the pre-chorus with a distorted bass line. The chorus showcases compelling Beach Boysian harmonies care of Cummings and Coleman.

    Power lies in the late stages of nostalgia, when one is reminded of life’s loves or having to cut ties with something truly painful.

    “The idea of attending something ceremonious, with shared sentiments, well into adulthood, side by side past love(s) of your life… It’s daunting,” says Suchon. “I keep thinking of meeting again, and just kind of… being there at the table. You’re agreeable and unassuming, but on the way home, you hear that one song, whether it’s ‘Simple Twist of Fate,’ or something else, that brings you back.”

    “Shouldn’t I” keeps with a feverish, Springsteenian rocker, where anything is possible for fools alike, at a certain hour: “Dance on these tables like old city cops,” sings Suchon, depicting moments in time – ostensibly – where any one is above the law, while drummer Phil Skot whips up a frenzy with frenetic fills, punctuated jolts and, in the verses, minimalist grooves.

    Songs like “Long Reporter” and “Henry Said” evidence humility and understanding with galloping rhythms and momentous fiction coming to fruition, with morale quickly coming to the surface in sequence with the overarching sentiment of (once more) realizing what it means to be too late. “Telling Me Nothing” opens on Skot’s drums, with Keeney stepping in to deliver some of the record’s most melodic and memorable guitar moments. The sparse verses see Coleman leading the band with deliberate restraint while Suchon exchanges with tales of broken telephone at Toronto’s historic Tollkeeper’s Park.

    Though The Sarandons continue to surprise with an abundance of wonder, much like looking through a View-Master, filled with snapshots of the past, Drawing Dead is an exploration of these ephemeral fragments – pieces of a life once held together but now broken into memories. Or as the poet William Blake once put it, “Mind-forg’d manacles.” Yet, in this reckoning, there’s a certain power: the chance to process, to let go, and to find a new way forward. “I did change,” says Suchon. “When the worst thing you can imagine happens, you learn how to adapt and change for the better. That’s where the real growth begins.”

    The Sarandons are five unflinching personalities, who’ve known each other for the better part of two decades. Suchon (vocals, guitar), Coleman (bass, vocals), Cummings (keys, vocals), Keeney (lead guitar) and Skot (drums) are a fully collaborative songwriting quintet, who’ve shared stages with notable Canadian acts such as City and Colour, JJ Wilde, Kiwi Jr., Kasador, Spencer Burton and more.

    About The Sarandons

    The Sarandons are five unflinching personalities, who’ve known each other for the better part of two decades. Suchon (vocals, guitar), Coleman (bass, vocals), Cummings (keys, vocals), Keeney (lead guitar) and Skot (drums) are a fully collaborative songwriting quintet who have shared stages with notable Canadian acts such as City and Colour, JJ Wilde, Kiwi Jr., Kasador, Spencer Burton and more.

    Featured image by Ryan Thompson

    LINKS:
    https://ffm.bio/thesarandons
    https://www.facebook.com/thesarandons
    https://www.instagram.com/thesarandons/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@thesarandons
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ2MzuFxe2ytmPVk85dASjw

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