Daphne Guinness, “artist and cultural icon”, is releasing her debut album Optimist in Black which takes trippy 60s/70s sounds and dramatic tones to another atmosphere. With a Jefferson Airplane vibe, “Fatal Flaw” is a grazing, midtempo number with dreamy dark vocals by Guinness. She opens the track by …
Read More »Interview: CJ Ridings from Big Jesus
It’s not often that a new band is able to mix elements of alternative, punk, and metal into a sound that is not only cohesive, but also has potential. Play it too soft, and you’re removing yourself from the rock genre entirely (while still somehow being too “hard” to fit …
Read More »Album Review: Shonen Knife: Adventure
Since 1981 Japan’s Shonen Knife have been entertaining crowds worldwide, touring with acts such as Nirvana. On April 1, 2015 the trio released their 16th studio album Adventure and fans of the band will not be let down with their latest creation. The album opens with the leading single …
Read More »Album Review. Midwest Soul Xchange: New American Century
Midwest Soul Xchange’s album New American Century, helmed by Ryan Summers and Nate Cherrier is pure folk/Americana that heralds in the type of sound that goes back to the roots of the genre. The LP opens with “Set a Course for Common Worlds,” and it couldn’t be any more …
Read More »Album Review: Matthew Logan Vasquez: Solicitor Returns
You may recognize the name Matthew Logan Vasquez as the lead singer of the band Delta Spirit, but now Vasquez is venturing out on his own solo adventure with the release of Solicitor Returns, (Feb. 9th) and the record proves that he has much to offer the music world. “Maria” …
Read More »WATCH THE NEW JESS THRISTAN VIDEO
Recorded with a 22-piece orchestra at the famous Angel Recording Studios in London, take a look at the video to go with Jess Thristan’s sumptuous version of The Beatles classic ‘From Me To You’. Just 19 years old, and hailing from Halifax, she is currently recorded her debut album with Steve Crisanthou (Corinne Bailey-Rae, Eliza Dolittle) and Jonny Wright (Foxes, …
Read More »Jess Thristan covers The Beatles ‘From Me To You’
Recorded with a 22-piece orchestra at the famous Angel Recording Studios in London, take a listen to Jess Thristan’s sumptuous version of The Beatles classic ‘From Me To You’. Just 19 years old, and hailing from Halifax, Jess is currently recorded her debut album with Steve Crisanthou (Corinne Bailey-Rae, Eliza Dolittle) and Jonny Wright (Foxes, Becky Hill).
Read More »Album Review: Jeremy and the Harlequins. American Dreamer
It’s a very rare thing to find an album that is start to finish a musical masterpiece, but Jeremy and the Harlequins debut LP American Dreamer checks off all the boxes. Catchy, cool, retro inspired, and quality musicianship all help to make it one of the best releases of …
Read More »Interview With Kimia Penton
Lessons From Life And Love is the newest album from psychologist turned musician Kimia Penton. Her heartfelt songs have strong meanings to the artist and those emotions resonate with listeners as well. With the album due out on October 16th, Penton is currently planning a tour to support the material …
Read More »BILLY RAY CYRUS: Joins Dave Stewart, Martina McBride And An All-Star Crowd for “The Beatles’ 50th At The Bowl” Aug. 22-24 at The Hollywood Bowl
Last night (Wednesday, Aug. 20), the award-winning, multi-platinum American singer, songwriter and actor BILLY RAY CYRUS dropped by the House of Blues to perform at “Rock For Ruben,” a benefit concert for the renowned industry guitar tech Ruben Velasco. CYRUS joined friends Rick Springfield and John 5 (Rob Zombie, Marilyn …
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