VIDEO PREMIERE: Talia Keys Lays Down Rousing and Resilient Country-soul on “Glowin’ Golden”
Talia Keys is a one-woman band, social justice advocate, and independent artist with over 16 years of experience in the music industry. Known for her powerful vocals and activism, Talia uses her platform to raise awareness on issues like gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and social justice. Her music blends elements of Americana, folk, and soul, […]
Dead & Company Set For Golden Gate Park – August 1, 2, & 3 – Billy Strings, Sturgill Simpson, Trey Anastasio Opening
Dead & Company is set to return to San Francisco for three headline shows on the Polo Field in the iconic Golden Gate Park in celebration of the Grateful Dead’s music. Fans can look forward to an incredible series of performances, featuring unique sets by Dead & Company each night. Three-day tickets go on sale beginning Friday, May […]
ALBUM PREMIERE: Jeffery Broussard & The Nighttime Syndicate Stir Up a Potent Cocktail of Louisiana Music on Debut LP ‘Bayou Moonlight’
Jeffery Broussard is a renowned American zydeco musician celebrated for his virtuosity and dedication to preserving Creole traditions. As the youngest of six siblings, Jeffery grew up in Frilot Cove near Opelousas, Louisiana, immersed in the vibrant musical culture of his family. His father, Delton Broussard, was a respected musician, and his mother, Ethel, introduced him […]
LISTEN: King Cab’s “Behind The Boy” Is Sentimental Indie Rock With Hazy Vocals and Poetic Lyrics
King Cab is the new project of longtime collaborators and best friends Harry Jordan and Jof Cabedo. The pair has a rich history in the UK and European music scenes. Through their past projects, they’ve toured extensively, sharing stages with Wolf Alice, Wunderhorse, Ride, Teenage Fanclub, Twin Peaks, Working Men’s Club, Porridge Radio, and more. […]
LISTEN: TUUDI Brings Vulnerability To Eerie Pop Balladry On “Fallen Angel”
TUUDI (Scarlett Ash-Ingley) is an alternative pop artist based in London. She crafts immersive narratives and storylines with a retrospective and futuristic electronic sound. Her ethereal atmospheres, introspective lyricism, and haunting melodies invite listeners to explore complex characters. Originally from Bedfordshire, she grew up exploring the countryside and began writing songs on an old, untuned […]
LISTEN: Forest Ray’s “Send My Love” Is Relaxed Alt-Country Balladry With Uplifting Poetry
Seattle-based folk n roll band, Forest Ray, has been described as “spaced-out, down to earth” and “Brit-pop gone country” that sounds like “the band covering Beatles songs no one knew existed”. Through a consistent touring and recording schedule, they have become one of Seattle’s most well-known active bands. Their sixth studio album, Windfucker (Jebivjetar), was […]
LISTEN: Steel Wool Showcase Expansive Shoegaze Prowess With Warping and Lush “Heaven or La Brea”
Born out of their drummer Evan’s bedroom studio, Steel Wool has been making waves across the southland with plenty of local radio love, including shoutouts from KCRW and a live session at KXLU. The group, consisting of Sean Lissner (guitar/singing), Jaden Amjadi (bass/screaming), Sam Schlesinger (guitar), and Evan Landi (drums), has developed a reputation for […]
SONG PREMIERE: Bon Bon Vivant Create Mysterious & Vivacious Gypsy Jazz Charm On”Sin Eater”
Born in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter, Bon Bon Vivant was founded by songwriter and frontwoman Abigail Cosio alongside saxophonist and vocalist Jeremy Kelley. The band has carved out a fearless and distinctive sound, blending the narrative richness of classic Americana, the grit of indie rock, and the infectious rhythms of their hometown. […]
Sporting Events Poised to Drive Betting Audience Growth in the Next 5 Years
Most bettors will be aware of major sporting events that are on the horizon, such as the FIFA World Cup, golf’s Ryder Cup, and even the Ashes in cricket. Naturally, the more passion a person has for a particular sport, the more aware they will be of its tournaments. Bookmakers will capitalise on the significant […]
LISTEN: Cole Quest and The City Pickers Showcase Bluegrass Prowess On Infectious “I Ain’t”
Though they may be led by Woody Guthrie’s incredible grandson on vocals and guitars, Cole Quest & the City Pickers are a true ensemble collaboration, sporting buoyant harmonies and virtuoso harmonica, Dobro, and banjo playing, and with multiple members singing lead. And like Cole’s grandfather, the folk and bluegrass group calls NYC home. In fact, […]
LISTEN: Gabrielle Ornate’s “Stolen Faces” Blends Hectic Hard Rock With Poetic Honesty
Gabrielle Ornate is a bohemian songstress based in Suffolk who makes ethereal rock you can’t shake off. Fusing modern-age mythology with an ethereal rock edge and classic pop sensibility, the artist’s music serves as an anthem for enlightenment and ascension, seeking to give a voice to female empowerment and inspire people to tap into their […]
LISTEN: Collective Fear’s “Unbound” Is Refreshing Shoegaze With Explosive Tendencies
Collective Fear is an alternative rock band based in Los Angeles, CA. Mike Guerard serves as the primary songwriter and instrumentalist. The act is a hard-hitting yet accessible fusion of alternative music, ranging from synthpop and electro to 80s-inspired post-punk and shoegaze. Founded in Boston, MA, from the boredom of isolation and the desire to […]
LISTEN: BlackLiq & Dub Sonata Recruit Slug For Anti-Social Anthem “People Person”
BlackLiq is a songwriter, radio host, author, teacher in public and private schools, juvenile detention facilities, and universities, and TEDtalk speaker. He first collaborated with producer Dub Sonata on a 7″ in 2023 before working on their new collaborative album, Much Given, Much Tested. The LP is available now on olive green vinyl through Bandcamp. […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Pat Hatt Hits the Road with Roadtrip-worthy Rocker “Drunk On Leaving”
Drawing from a wide range of influences, including everything from hardcore to honky-tonk, singer-songwriter Pat Hatt crafts his own brand of Americana with songs that give listeners a sense of heartfelt humility and grit. After driving cross-country to begin a new chapter of his life on the west coast, Hatt was inspired by the awe […]
SONG PREMIERE: Gentlemen Rogues Serve Up Punk-inflected Anthem “Half Empty, Half Fool” and B-side Cover of T-Rex’s Stomping Glam Rock Anthem “Children of The Revolution”
Austin, Texas quartet Gentlemen Rogues celebrate aggressive guitar pop anthems — bearing the influences of Superchunk, The Replacements, Superdrag, and similar visionaries — and have been gaining momentum and increased attention. Since their debut in 2011, the band — Danny Dunlap (guitar/vocals), Josh Power (drums), Dave Hawkins (bass, vocals), and John Christoffel (guitar) — have […]
Plinko Online Fun With Swift Stakes and Instant Results
As soon as I discovered plinko, the board’s rows of tiny pegs felt like a fast track for pocket-sized suspense. Drop after drop, the ball bounces in ways no skill can predict, and that clean randomness turns spare minutes into pocket-change drama. The thrill climbs higher when the screen shows a single phrase—plinko ball real […]
LISTEN: VOV VOV!’s “Dialogue Between Two Silly Thinkers” Is Abstract Indie Rock With Lo-fi Warmth
The VOV VOV! project came to life between March and April 2023 in Florence, founded by three band members: Giulio (drums), Pier Paolo (guitar), and Francesca (vocals and keyboard). Their first tracks emerged from improvisation sessions in the rehearsal room or melodic ideas that evolved through mutual influence. This workflow remains a defining feature even […]
LISTEN: Pale Grey Craft Emotional Psychedelic Pop On Poetic “Syd”
Following the success of their album Waves with its four million cumulative streams, Pale Grey now looks to the future with their third album, It Feels Like I Always Knew You, a work deeply aware of the world’s turmoil and the challenges of our time.. Emerging from the highlands of Belgium, nestled between eternal forests […]
Jesse Welles Announces “Middle” Fall Tour Of The US And EU/UK
On the heels of a sold-out tour, an acclaimed third studio album, Middle, and his late-night television debut, Jesse Welles announces his “Meet You In The Middle” tour of the United States and the EU/UK. Tickets for his previous tour sold out immediately and, on this tour, Welles will perform in cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, […]
Pile Announce New Album ‘Sunshine and Balance Beams’ & Tour Dates
Boston DIY stalwarts Pile have announced that their ninth album, Sunshine and Balance Beams, their first release with Chicago’s esteemed Sooper Records, will be out August 15. On Sunshine and Balance Beams, the band pushes into new sonic territory, enlisting engineer Miranda Serra (Kal Marks, Kira McSpice), mixer Seth Manchester (Model/Actriz, The Hotelier, Big Brave) and mastering engineer Matt […]