Moonray is an Austin, Texas-based electronic act comprising newlywed husband and wife Jonray and Barbara Higginbotham. The duo finds common ground in their fascination for retro influences – a melding of 70s rock and 80s synthpop – as well as their purpose – a message based on love, light, and …
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Lost Puppy is a Los Angeles outfit comprising singer-guitarist Steve Cherkassky, bassist Philip Nielsen and drummer Carl Ribaux. Following the release of their 2017 debut album, Wash Your Hands Before You Steal My Heart, the trio has continued refining their distinctive, accessible brand of indie rock. Today, the band is …
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Fans Nominate Fitzsimon And Brogan (FaB) in The 17th Annual Independent Music Awards
Fitzsimon And Brogan Receive 17th Annual Independent Music Awards Nomination FaB joins Masta Ace & Marco Polo, Miss Tara, Prateek Kuhad, Foreigner, Juliana Hatfield, The Motels, Mark Erelli, Maria Muldaur, more as a Nominee in 17th IMAs.Pop Songwriting Duo and iTunes chart-toppers Fitzsimon and Brogan (FaB) were named by Music …
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All This Huxley is an indie rock outfit hailing from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Forming in 2013, the seasoned quartet of longtime friends would promptly play out, and expand their presence in numerous well-known venues around the greater east coast. Three years later, the band’s efforts accumulated into their critically-acclaimed eponymous debut …
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Indie rock quartet The Vics have released their first new material since their 2017 self-titled debut album. They are on the national Airplay Today rock charts. “This project is one that has challenged us and pushed us in new directions. It displays a pivotal turning point in songwriting and production …
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