Month: May 2022

Rebekah Speer Releases “The Old Fashioned Meeting” Single On Turnberry Records

It’s time to raise the tent, spread the sawdust on the floor, and pull out the old red-back! The long awaited second single, “The Old-Fashioned Meeting” from Rebekah Speer’s anticipated bluegrass gospel project will bring back your memories of those old camp meetings. The songs, emotions, and spiritual connections made at many of the all-night singings still follow people …

Meet Portland’s Biggest Influencers, by Jennifer Kirwan

Portland-based influencers are becoming increasingly valued for their niche expertise and trusted recommendations. In fact, consumers are as much as 10 times more likely to be influenced by a non-celebrity blogger than a celebrity. So, if you’re looking to stay up-to-date with the very best Portland has to offer, be sure to give some of the city’s biggest influencers …

JIMMY BUFFETT’S MAILBOAT RECORDS TO RE-RELEASE REO SPEEDWAGON’S LOST 1996 ALBUM, BUILDING THE BRIDGE

Jimmy Buffett’s  Mailboat Records is proud to announce the re-release of REO Speedwagon’s 1996 “lost album” Building The Bridge. Beginning May 27th, the album will be available on CD, and for the first time, at all major DSPs in digital formats (click HERE). Additionally, Building The Bridge will be available on vinyl in Q4 2022. Visit reospeedwagon.com for more information. Beginning May 31st, fans attending REO Speedwagon’s …

SPILL TAB RELEASES LATEST SINGLE “SPLINTER”

French-Korean-American artist spill tab shares today new single “Splinter”, alongside its visualizer. The track comes fresh off the back of her recent headline shows in London and Paris, and appearance at The Great Escape 2022. “Splinter” follows her first single of 2022 “Sunburn”, which received love from the likes of The FADER and more. Together, the tracks hint at another body …

R&B, roots singer/songwriter Kirstie Fleur challenges Church’s purpose today in new politically charged single “Reform”

Nashville based R&B singer-songwriter Kirstie Fleur has released her latest single, “Reform.” The new track expresses Fleur’s recent experiences with racial turmoil and how religious institutions have failed many citizens in recent years.  Featuring her lush vocals that show a wide range of deep, sultry notes to a smooth mix, this politically charged track with …

Germany’s Metallers Any Given Day release Scorpions’ “Wind of Change” cover

Metal heavyweights ANY GIVEN DAY, from the heart of the German Ruhr, released their special take on Scorpions’ anthem of peace ‘Wind Of Change‘. Their special take will be exclusively available on a limited 7″ colored vinyl (17.06.) at the Arising Empire Shop / band shop and all earnings will go to “TMR Flüchtlingshilfe Ukraine Berlin e.V.” to help those in need. Andy (guitarist and producer) …

paris jackson DEBUTS NEW SOUND WITH “lighthouse”

Photographer: @Nashavefun Today, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, and activist paris jackson unveils her brand new single entitled “lighthouse” out now via Republic Records—listen to “lighthouse” HERE. “lighthouse” was produced by singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Butch Walker. The single is released alongside the official music video, which was inspired by the iconic video for Nirvana’s “Sliver.” In the video, …

The Mental Health Benefits Of Encouraging Wildlife Into Your Backyard, by Jennifer Kirwan

Engaging with wildlife can improve your cognitive health and give psychological benefits, according to research. Oregon currently ranks as the worst state for mental healthcare.  Therefore, encouraging wildlife into your East Portland home’s backyard can be great for your mental health. Here are some of the most common species in the area and how to attract them to …

DAVID CROSBY’S GRANDDAUGHTER GRACIE RAY RELEASES NEW SINGLES “HOME TO ME” & “ONE OF THESE NIGHTS’

Gracie imparts raw honesty upon lively pop soundscapes punctuated by R&B grooves and jazz fluidity in her music. She tells stories with the candor of a late-night chat between lifelong friends, sparing no detail or emotion as she examines the ups and downs of love and life. “My music is conversational,” Ray affirms. “Lyrically, I find a …

TAKE THAT’S MARK OWEN DECLARES, “YOU ONLY WANT ME”

Photo credit: Guy Aroch Mark’s distinctive vocals drive “You Only Want Me” layered over upbeat instrumentation and a rousing chorus with the end result a punchy, singalong pop track. The track was written by Mark and Will Bloomfield (The Vaccines, Freya Ridings, Tom Grennan, Holly Humberstone) and was produced by Jennifer Decilveo (Miley Cyrus, Marina, Anne-Marie, Demi Lovato). Mark …

JOHN LEGEND RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR THE “DOPE” FIRST TRACK FROM HIS FORTHCOMING NEW ALBUM

Multi-platinum, 12-time GRAMMY Award-winner John Legend today released “Dope,” the first song from his forthcoming new album. Click HERE to listen. “Dope,” produced by Ian Kirkpatrick and Ryan Tedder, is co-written by Legend, Charlie Puth, Ryan Tedder, Ian Kirkpatrick and rapper J.I.D, who is also featured on the track. The moving and infectious song sets the tone for getting summer started with its block-party vibes and sensual lyrics …

POST MALONE RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “COOPED UP” WITH RODDY RICCH

GRAMMY® Award-nominated RIAA diamond-certified Dallas, TX artist Post Malone releases the music video for new single, “Cooped Up” ft. Roddy Ricch today via Mercury Records/Republic Records. The vibrant video was directed by Andre Bato. Listen to “Cooped Up”HEREWatch the music video HERE It heralds the arrival of his fourth full-length offering and the summer’s most-anticipated record, Twelve Carat Toothache, on June 3, 2022. Pre-order/pre-save Twelve Carat Toothache—HERE. It …

Drive-By Truckers share darkly thrilling epics, “The Driver” and “Maria’s Awful Disclosures”

Photo Credit: Brantley Guitierrez  Drive-By Truckers have announced today’s premiere of “The Driver,” the latest track from their upcoming 14th studio album, Welcome 2 Club XIII. An official lyric video is streaming now at YouTube. Welcome 2 Club XIII arrives via ATO Records on Friday, June 3. Pre-orders are available now. A hypnotic introduction to the album’s sprawling autobiography, “The …

Alice Merton Shares “Loveback” Single

Alice Merton’s recent singles have established an uncompromising new attitude as she laces her sound with edge, experimentation and outspoken honesty. At the same time, her darker approach is only making her alt-pop more enticing by adding a fresh element to a style that took her to a billion+ streams and a rush of Top 10 charts across Europe. …

MONEYBAGG YO AND KODAK BLACK TEAM UP FOR HEARTFELT NEW SINGLE/VIDEO “ROCKY ROAD”

Photo Credit: “Bodi” aka Botti Denton  Today, Memphis superstar Moneybagg Yodrops “Rocky Road,” a heartfelt, Kodak Black-assisted new single that affirms the pair’s status as the faces of modern, complex street rap. “Rocky Road” also arrives with an evocative video and is now available at all digital retailers via CMG/N-less Entertainment/Interscope Records. With this release, Bagg is featured on the cover of New …

Portland-Based Trap Metal + Alt Rock: 93FEETOFSMOKE featuring Kamiyada – “Oh Nah Oh Nah”

“Oh Nah Oh Nah” is an energetic sonic hybrid, sitting at the crossroads of alternative rock, hyperpop, EDM and trap metal. The composition of the track features harmonic vocal skramz, pitched up acoustic guitars, and bouncy electric guitar leads flying at 1000 MPH over top of new age Drum & Bass inspired production. “Oh Nah” takes the listener …