Month: August 2023

RAPIDLY RISING BRONX RAPPER CONNIE DIIAMOND RELEASES NEW SINGLE “GHETTO & RATCHET”

September 1st, 2023 – Returning with more heat, rapidly rising Bronx spitter Connie Diiamond serves up a scorching new single entitled “Ghetto & Ratchet” today via Def Jam Recordings. Listen to “Ghetto & Ratchet”—HERE. On the track, an ominous beat sets the tempo for a flurry of fiery lyricism from Connie. She rips bars over a thick bassline and delivers an instantly unforgettable hook, “I’m …

JEON SOMI DROPS NEW MUSIC VIDEO “GOLD GOLD GOLD” TODAY

[Santa Monica, CA – August 31, 2023]—Today, Canadian-Dutch-Korean singer-songwriter, JEON SOMI, drops the music video for her single “Gold Gold Gold”. The music video comes fresh off the heels of her EP, GAME PLAN, of which “Gold Gold Gold” is the first track on the album. GAME PLAN marks JEON SOMI’s comeback after two years since the release of her debut album XOXO, and begins …

QUEEN NAIJA TEAMS UP WITH YOUNGBOY NEVER BROKE AGAIN ON SIZZLING NEW SINGLE “NO FAKE LOVE”

 Listen to “No Fake Love” HEREWatch the “No Fake Love” video HERE Multi-platinum powerhouse Queen Naija remains on a hot streak, teaming up with hitmaking rapper YoungBoy Never Broke Again for the empowering “No Fake Love,” out today. Listen HERE via Capitol Records. Accompanied by a feel-good, VHS-inspired video, the sizzling single, which samples Amerie’s seminal 2002 hit “Why Don’t We Fall In Love” comes on the heels of …

Couch Riffs – FEELING STRONGER EVERY DAY feat. members of Presidents of the USA, Death Cab, Venom & Ugly Kid Joe

YouTube description: “50 years ago Chicago released the classic Feeling Stronger Every Day on their 1973 album, Chicago VI. It was written by trombonist James Pankow and bassist/vocalist Peter Cetera, who was going through a divorce at the time. The song reached #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 list and was the first single from …

Black Pines – Run and Hide

Essex-based five piece band Black Pines have returned to announce the release of their latest single ‘Run and Hide’, out now and taken from their forthcoming EP ‘Bodies’, scheduled for release 29th September 2023. Their newest single ‘Run and Hide’ is a lively alt-rock track, showcasing the band’s raw talent – strong vocals, tight percussion and a strong bassline. The single …

I Trekked South to Olympia for the South Sound Block Party & Final Fest of the Summer, by Holly Homan (Part 3 Terror/Cactus Photos)

Terror/Cactus photos by Holly Homan “…The last band I saw was Terror/Cactus. Terror/Cactus is the mastermind of one Martín Selasco who was born in Buenos Aires, raised in Miami but now resides in Seattle. These guys were fascinating. Think Nairobi Trio (find them on YouTube if you’re not familiar with them) meets Star Wars Storm …

I Trekked South to Olympia for the South Sound Block Party & Final Fest of the Summer, by Holly Homan (Part 2 Skating Polly Photos)

Skating Polly photos by Holly Homan “…Next up was the band I came for, Skating Polly. I saw Skating Polly last spring at the Belltown Bloom Fest in Seattle and was very impressed with them. I was even more impressed this time. Skating Polly is another trio and young. Comprised of three siblings (sisters Peyton …

I Trekked South to Olympia for the South Sound Block Party & Final Fest of the Summer, by Holly Homan (Part 1 Wildermiss Photos)

Wildermiss Photos by Holly Homan On the hazy afternoon of August 26 I trekked one-and-a-half hours from my north Seattle home down to Olympia to attend the South Sound Block Party. I arrived just before a trio called Wildermiss came on stage. Originally from Denver, but now based in Nashville, the band is fronted by …

HYBE x GEFFEN RECORDS ANNOUNCE CONTESTANTS FOR UNPRECEDENTED GLOBAL GIRL GROUP: FIRST TIME MAJOR U.S. RECORD LABEL & K-POP ENTERTAINMENT LEADER UNITE TO DEVELOP GLOBAL GIRL GROUP

  TWENTY CONTESTANTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD REVEALED AT AUGUST 28th PRESS EVENT  NETFLIX DOCUSERIES ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 AUDITION PROGRAM  “THE DEBUT: DREAM ACADEMY” SET TO PREMIERE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 8AM U.S. PDT ON YOUTUBE AND ABEMA (JAPAN) [August 28, 2023 – Santa Monica]—Today, music industry powerhouses HYBE and Geffen Records revealed the 20 contestants from around the …

Inspired by a familiar saying that we’re not made of sugar and won’t melt in the rain – Helaine Vis powers up new Song ‘No Sugar’

Helaine Vis will release her second album, “These Little Games We’re Playing,” in 2023. The album combines intimate and empowering elements in a blend of Neo-Soul and Trip-Hop. Helaine Vis is an artist who uses her voice to convey meaningful messages. Her voice is her tool, her toy. She creates art through storytelling. Finding a good …

BUZZING SONGSTRESS FRAWLEY RELEASES NEW SINGLE “FIGURE YOU OUT” TODAY

LISTEN HERE  (NEW YORK, NY – August 25, 2023) – Practically breaking TikTok with just a snippet, rising New Jersey-born and Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter Frawley serves up her anxiously awaited new single “Figure You Out” available now via Republic Records/More Than Friends. Listen to “Figure You Out”: HERE Frawley initially teased the confessional and catchy anthem on TikTok, and it has amassed a staggering 43 million-plus views …

The Chronicles of Sarnia: Circle the City says “Ignorance is Bliss”

Against the mesmerizing backdrop of Lake Huron (the most psychedelic, the most ball-trippinest of the five Great Lakes), Circle The City masterfully blends rock, psychedelic, progressive, jazz, and metal elements to craft a unique musical tapestry. With unwavering prowess, they are etching a trail through Ontario’s dynamic music scene. Emerging from Sarnia, the band has …

BABY GRAVY—YUNG GRAVY & BBNO$—RELEASE MEGA-ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM BABY GRAVY 3

LISTEN HERE  “NO WAY JOSE” MUSIC VIDEO OUT NOW WATCH HERE  NEW YORK, NY (August 25, 2023) — Today, BABY GRAVY—the most dynamic of duos Yung Gravy and bbno$ (baby no money)—serve up their mega-anticipated collaborative album, Baby Gravy 3, with a music video for “No Way Jose,” out now via IMPERIAL. Additionally the best friends add another plaque to their collection as they announce that their …

GRAMMY-NOMINATED R&B PHENOMENON FRIDAYY RELEASES TRANSFORMATIVE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM OUT NOW – SHARES CAPTIVATING VIDEO FOR “STAND BY ME”

August 25, 2023 – Today, undisputed “Melody God ” and Grammy nominated R&B phenomenon Fridayy proudly presents his highly anticipated self-titled full-length debut album, Fridayy, out now via Def Jam Recordings. Listen HERE. Alongside the album’s release, Friday shares an inspiring new video for “Stand By Me” directed by Jake The Shooter and Edgar Cutino. Fridayy’s uplifting words shine a light …

Mercyland – Guessing Time is Gone

Before he was in Sugar or became the Drive-By Truckers’ producer-of-choice throughout their career, David Barbe led the Athens, GA trio Mercyland, who made one minor classic with 1989’s No Feet On the Cowling.  The locals at that time with whom they most identified were Bar-B-Q Killers, Jack-O-Nuts, Liquor Cabinet (Jack Logan), the Primates, Skin Pops, Eat America, and Time Toy. Barbe …

NATALIE JANE UNLEASHES EPIC LOVE ANTHEM, “DO OR DIE”

View Official Video Here  Today, Natalie Jane dropped her new single, “Do or Die” – an edgy, epic love song, delivered with the bold intensity characteristic of the young artist, whose songs have already amassed nearly 500 million combined global streams to date.  Natalie wrote the track with Andrea Rossario (Aloe Blacc, Jonas Brothers) and Joe London (Thomas Rhett, Lizzo). …

A 21st century Belafonte, Chris Pierce, is fresh off tour with Neil Young + playing Portland Sept 6 w/new album

Chris Pierce is playing Portland’s Mississippi Studios on September 6, coming up!  Portland, ORMississippi StudiosSeptember 6, 2023‘LET ALL WHO WILL’ TOUR https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/3929723/chris-pierce-portland-mississippi-studios With his new album, Let All Who Will, acclaimed Los Angeles singer and songwriter Chris Pierce delivers a powerful set of songs that amplify unheralded voices and aim to bring us together across …

RAWAYANA COLLABORATES WITH SALSA STAR, SERVANDO PRIMERA, TO CREATE AFROBEAT RECORD “LA TORMENTA”

Los Angeles, CA (August 25, 2023) – Rawayanaand Servando Primera come together to weather out the storm in “La Tormenta,” Rawayana‘s new single from forthcoming album. Produced by Yeti Beats and Jasper Harris, known for their work with notable artists like Doja Cat and Jack Harlow, the Afrobeat track encourages listeners to confront adversity with a more positive perspective and attitude. “For …

Mexican Pop Star Kenia Os Initiates an Era Focused on Feminine Energy with “Lovelove U”

PhotoCredit Alfredo PersanLos Angeles, CA (August 24, 2023) – Mexican Pop Star, Kenia Os, introduces a new sonic chapter with “Lovelove U” via Sony Music Mexico/5020 Records. The pop record, produced by Jon the Producer (Becky G, Anitta, Rauw Alejandro), was born in her native city of Mazatlán, MX and represents an era focused on feminine energy. “Lovelove U” is an affirmation about high …