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LYN LAPID DROPS COVER OF PIXIE’S “WHERE IS MY MIND” TODAY

 LISTEN TO “WHERE IS MY MIND (PIXIES COVER)” HERE WRAPS THE “BUZZKILL WORLD TOUR” IN LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 28TH  As she continues the North American leg of her BUZZKILL World Tour, Gold-Certified singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Lyn Lapid surprises fans today with a cover of Pixies’ “Where Is My Mind”— listen HERE! Since the release of her debut album BUZZKILL in April, Lyn has …

Concert Review: They Might Be Giants Take Portland on a Quirky Three-Night Time Machine Tour, by Zach Putnam

All photos by Zach Putnam Indie music legends They Might Be Giants turned the Crystal Ballroom into a sold-out singalong for three nights straight last weekend, delivering a masterclass in nostalgia, musicianship, and sheer oddball joy. Playing to packed crowds each night, the band performed two full sets (plus two encores) and centered each show …

Dan Reed Network, Portland’s Beloved Masters of Alt-Funk, Shined Superstar Bright on the Nile Rodgers Produced, ‘Slam,’ by Steven Whaley

Dan Reed Network With as much music as I listen to on a daily basis, I’m constantly surprised when I run across a band/musician that makes me question why they didn’t just take the obvious step and become “the next best thing.” I’m sure part of the blame lies with the record label suits that …

Old Crow Medicine Show Frontman Ketch Secor Grapples With The Life Of A Hard-Touring Musician In New Single “Catch Me If You Can”

Ketch Secor has shared his new single “Catch Me If You Can,” the next offering from his debut solo album Story The Crow Told Me, out July 11 on Equal Housing Records via Firebird Music. Featuring Old Crow alums Critter Fuqua and Willie Watson on backing vocals, the song grapples with the life of a hard-touring musician and arrives with a music video co-starring singer-songwriter Gowa Gibbs. Watch the “Catch Me If …

AVERY LYNCH SHARES POIGNANT NEW SINGLE, “LASTING EFFECTS”

Avery Lynch returns with her new single, “Lasting Effects,” a hauntingly intimate yet ultimately empowering reflection on love, loss, and self-discovery. Following a string of standout releases, “Lasting Effects” marks the next chapter in Avery’s evolving artistry and offers a glimpse of what’s to come on her upcoming project, due out in September 2025. The inspiration for “Lasting …

ISABELLA LOVESTORY SHARES NEW SINGLE “EUROTRASH” AHEAD OF EUROPEAN FESTIVALS

Credit: Polina Boyko REVEALS VANITY TRACKLIST OUT JUNE 27THVIA GIANT MUSIC / LOVESTORY INC. LISTEN TO “EUROTRASH” HEREPRE-SAVE VANITY HERE Los Angeles, CA (June 5th, 2025) – Fresh off the frenzy surrounding the announcement of her sophomore album, Honduran experimental popstar Isabella Lovestory shares her new single “Eurotrash,” a synth driven electro-trap ode to flying ornate carriages, Europe’s trashiest alleyways, tiny …

BUZZING SONGSTRESS CRYING CITY RELEASES NEW SINGLE “TELL US APART”

May 30, 2024 – New York, NY – Korean-American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Crying City returns today with a new single entitled “Tell Us Apart” out now via Soka Records and Mercury Records. It marks her first release of 2025. Listen HERE. Watch the official visualizer HERE. Though it may barely cross the two-minute mark, the song packs an intensely emotional punch. This time around, …

CONAN GRAY RELEASES NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO “THIS SONG”

Photo Credit: Dillion Matthew ANNOUNCES THE WISHBONE PAJAMA SHOW TOUR KICKING OFF FALL 2025 NEW ALBUM WISHBONEARRIVING AUGUST 15 SIGN UP FOR THE WISHBONE PAJAMA SHOW TOUR PRE-SALE HERE LISTEN TO “THIS SONG” HERE WATCH OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO HERE PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE WISHBONE HERE NEW YORK, NY (May 30, 2025) –Today, multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter, Conan Gray, releases his new single and accompanying music video for “This Song” from his forthcoming album Wishbone arriving August 15 via Republic Records.  …

Velvety-Voiced Hitmaker Red Clark is head over heels and a “Fool For You”

Red Clark is releasing another fantastic track, “Fool for You,” today. This new single offers a different shade of Red’s artistry, showcasing a more tender and soulful side. It’s a guaranteed hit. “Fool for You” is about being utterly captivated by someone, acknowledging the potentially “foolish” nature of that intense attraction, and holding onto hope for a …

NATE MERCEREAU, JOSH JOHNSON, CARLOS NIÑO FORM BOUNDARY-DEFYING OPENNESS TRIO: LEAD TRACK “HAWK DREAMS” OUT NOW, DEBUT DROPS JULY 11

PHOTO BY TODD WEAVER May 28, 2025: Blue Note Records has announced the July 11 release of Openness Trio, the debut album by a unique collective comprised of guitarist and producer Nate Mercereau, saxophonist Josh Johnson, and percussionist Carlos Niño. Free-thinking creators who bring a depth of experience from wide-ranging collaborations with the likes of …

ANA LUNA REVEALS NEW SINGLE, “DANCE IN A TRANCE”

May 23rd, 2025 — Emerging singer and songwriter Ana Luna unveils her new single “Dance in a Trance,” an ethereal and introspective track that dives deep into the emotional aftershocks of a past relationship. Building on the momentum of earlier releases like “Oxytocin” and “Why Not,” the new single further showcases Ana’s eclectic, genre-blurring sound and distinctive artistic voice. Guided by her hypnotic vocals …

Isaiah J. Thompson Releases New Single “III. Spring Flower, Sprung Flower”: New Album ‘The Book of Isaiah: Modern Jazz Ministry’ out June 6 via Mack Avenue Records 

Photo Credits: Evelyn Freja Inspired by Classic Sacred-Jazz Works, the Album is Thompson’s Autobiographical Music Statement Exploring Faith, Musicianship, Race & Humanity “III. Spring Flower, Sprung Flower”  May 16, 2025: Today, pianist Isaiah J. Thompson released “III. Spring Flower, Sprung Flower,” the latest single from his new album The Book of Isaiah: Modern Jazz Ministry …

Denmark’s Kira Skov explores family ties on amazing new album ‘WHAT TIES US TOGETHER – WILL KEEP US APART’

Kira Skov is one of Denmark’s most acclaimed and enduring voices, with 16 solo albums to her name and a career spanning over two decades. Known for her soulful, genre-defying sound and emotionally charged delivery, she has worked with artists like Tricky, John Parish, and Trentemøller, and has often been compared to PJ Harvey, Marianne Faithfull, and Beth Gibbons. On her …

JESSIE J RELEASES NEW SINGLE “LIVING MY BEST LIFE” — OUT NOW

FOLLOW UP TO SOUL-BARING NEW SINGLE “NO SECRETS” SOLD-OUT SHOW: “AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH JESSIE J” AT LONDON’S UNION CHAPEL NEXT WEEK LISTEN HERE  (New York, NY – May 16, 2025) — GRAMMY- Nominated, BRIT Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Jessie J returns today with her brand-new single, “Living My Best Life,” available now via Darco Artist Partnerships (D.A.P). Following the emotional release …

PACIFIC NORTHWEST ARTIST MOLLIE ELIZABETH REVEALS “UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN”

Photo by Sophia Schrank ON NEON GOLD RECORDS HERE THE FOLLOW-UP TO HER STUNNING VIRAL OFFERINGS “VEGAS VENETIAN” HERE + “DINNER FOR ONE” HERE Today, the 21-year-old Washington State-based artist Mollie Elizabeth reveals her third track “Until We Meet Again” via Neon Gold / Virgin Music. Mollie Elizabeth notes: “I think we all have people that we only truly get to visit in our dreams- …

Selena Gomez & benny blanco get candid in New Short Film for ‘I Said I Love You First’

SHORT FILM INCLUDES PERFORMANCES OF “SUNSET BLVD,” “HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE FORGOTTEN,” “SCARED OF LOVING YOU,” AND INTERVIEW Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, announces the release of Selena Gomez and benny blanco’s short film, named after their album I Said I Love You First, as part of Vevo’s performance series, Extended Play. I …

SIENNA SPIRO UNVEILS “DREAM POLICE” – A COLORS SHOW

WATCH HERE Today, SIENNA SPIRO unveils DREAM POLICE – A COLORS SHOW, an ethereal blend of pop and eerie rhythm, where pulsing basslines and shimmering textures swirl into a hypnotic soundscape of longing and illusion. Watch the performance HERE.   Drifting between dreams and memory, DREAM POLICE – A COLORS SHOW spotlights SPIRO’s singular, spellbinding voice as she navigates love’s haunting grip. With its striking …

“When the Walls Fall” from Levi Robin features anthemic hooks over mood-drenched sonics

“The single sings of an uproaring from the voice of conscience. When the walls fall and all seems broken, it’s an alarm to wake up from the deep slumber of the soul,” proclaims Robin. Levi Robin’s journey of exploration and curiosity has taken him down many roads. The soul-baring folk artist’s distinctive musical style combines deeply personal and transformative lyrics …

The Lemonheads are back with new single and video – guests include J Mascis, Juliana Hatfield, and Erin Rae

Photo Credit: Gareth Jones “DEEP END” B/W “SAD CINDERELLA” – LISTEN TWIN SLICES OF TIMELESS GUITAR-POWERED POPCRAFT SEE EVAN DANDO & CO. JOINED BY SPECIAL GUESTS J MASCIS, JULIANA HATFIELD, AND ERIN RAE LIMITED-EDITION 12″ VINYL OUT JUNE 13 OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR “DEEP END” PREMIERES TODAY – WATCH FIRST NEW ALBUM IN ALMOST TWO DECADES, LOVE CHANT, OUT …

98° BRINGS THEIR LEGACY ‘FULL CIRCLE’ WITH NEW ALBUM FEATURING RE-RECORDINGS, NEW SONGS, AND TOTAL CREATIVE CONTROL

“Stranger Things (Have Happened” YouTube and Spotify Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok For decades, the music industry thrived on contracts that kept artists from owning their own work, but those days are over. 98°, the multi-platinum, chart-dominating vocal group that soundtracked an era, is reclaiming their catalog and their career with their new album, Full Circle, out May 9, 2025, through XOXO Entertainment …

JENEVIEVE RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE AND VISUAL “HAIKU”

A BREEZY, INTROSPECTIVE NEW CHAPTER FROM ONE OF ALTERNATIVE R&B’S BRIGHTEST VOICES DOWNLOAD/STREAM  WATCH/SHARE Rising genre-defying artist Jenevieve returns today with her mesmerizing new single and visual, “Haiku,” available now on all streaming platforms. Marking her first release in over two years, “Haiku” reintroduces Jenevieve’s signature dreamy sound while offering a deeper, more introspective side. “Haiku” captures …