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MIIRRORS’ Debut Album ‘Motion and Picture’ Set For March Release

8Feb

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Features, Music

MIIRRORS’ Debut Album ‘Motion and Picture’ Set For March Release

Chicago-based band MIIRRORS is all set to release their highly-anticipated debut album. Motion And Picture drops on March 24th through Pravda Records. The album was recorded in Studio B at Electrical Audio in Chicago with additional recordings done in Los Angeles and Nashville. The band produced the album and Brian Deck mixed it at Narwhal Studios. "Motion And Picture" takes the listener on a musical journey. Prepare for a trip through honest lyrical introspection and reactive abrasion while showcasing a personal timeline of disillusionment, resolve, and hope. Material on the album blurs the lines between synthesizers and guitars, reminiscent of My Bloody Valentine and Slowdive. Shawn Rios's unique rhythms anchor the songs, and Brian McSweeney's voice soars above the expanding sou...

Laura Jane Grace to Road Test New Music on Upcoming U.S. Tour

7Feb

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Events, Features, Music

Laura Jane Grace to Road Test New Music on Upcoming U.S. Tour

Emmy-nominated artist, author, activist, and musician Laura Jane Grace is excited to announce her upcoming U.S. appearances in April & May. Grace will headline a number of solo shows with additional performances supporting Frank Turner and The Interrupters. Grace’s run will begin on April 5 in Columbia, MO, and includes shows in Atlanta, Nashville, Chicago, and New York City. The tour culminates with an appearance at The Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park, NJ on May 13. Laura Jane Grace Ticket Information Tickets for the Frank Turner and The Interrupters dates as well as headline shows are on sale now. Weakened Friends will provide support on all of Grace's headline dates. A full listing of shows can be found below. Grace had the following to share about the upcoming tou...

Listen to Captain Kaiser’s Powerful Tribute in “Drive

6Feb

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Listen to Captain Kaiser’s Powerful Tribute in “Drive

Photo Credit: Vince Van Hoorick Captain Kaiser, a Belgian alternative/punk rock outfit, has announced the release of their latest single "Drive." The track is a part of the band's upcoming album Rhyme & Reason. The new album is set to be released later this year via [PIAS] Recordings. With a punchy and heavier sound, "Drive" showcases a new phase in Captain Kaiser's music. The song was written by the band's frontman Sascha Vansant as a tribute to his mother who recently passed away. The lyrics reflect the pain of loss and the feeling of driving into the unknown. Vansant's emotional delivery is palpable, and the band's performance on the track is nothing short of cathartic. Captain Kaiser In The Studio Produced by Jay Maas, the hardcore producer is also known for his work w...

Get Ready to Rock with From Ashes To New’s “Nightmare”

5Feb

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Get Ready to Rock with From Ashes To New’s “Nightmare”

From Ashes To New has come through with a gripping new single, "Nightmare". The track comes from the band's upcoming fourth album set for release set this summer via Better Noise Music. Dual vocalists, Matt Brandyberry and Danny Case's vocal prowess are on display as they blend heavy rock anthemic choruses with nu-metal/rap rock verses. Photo Credit: Credit: Jeremy Saffer "Nightmare" takes listeners on a journey through the emotions of betrayal and the nightmares that follow. The music video, directed by Josiahx (Disturbed, Miss May I), adds a haunting touch with an apocalyptic theme. “Betrayal is one of the deepest cuts,” says Case in a recent press release. “You build a connection with someone and then they turn into a stranger. The person you once cared for deeply is now your...

Breaking Waves: A Release Day Triple Threat // new brothel., vowl., & Klimeks

4Feb

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Music

Breaking Waves: A Release Day Triple Threat // new brothel., vowl., & Klimeks

Sometimes, I wake up on Fridays and honestly find myself a bit disappointed by my "Release Radar" on Spotify. However, this week was not one of those weeks, considering the fact that I found new music from brothel., vowl., and Klimeks all waiting for me. Lucky day! Are you ready the hear the latest from some of the greatest in wave? Let's dive in. brothel. reminds us of the good ol' days by releasing "Timmy Turner". Speaking on the track on Instagram, brothel. said, "Today, I dropped a classic brothel song that pushed the scene in a new direction. It’s wild seeing this one pop off recently. Today’s feeling like 2016 again and I’m happy." Check out the wavy classic on Spotify, below. https://open.spotify.com/album/3Qx5cUhz8k0M8GHEoyvyvy?si=E8mIKrvOTOK2t9y...

What to Watch: February 2023 Streaming Preview

3Feb

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Features, Film

What to Watch: February 2023 Streaming Preview

If you’re looking for something new on streaming in February we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our picks for what you should add to your February streaming watchlist! What are you most excited to see? Newly Available on VOD this February Alice, Darling (PVOD, available now) Babylon (PVOD, available now) Ocean Boy (available now) Corsage (February 7) I Wanna Dance With Somebody (PVOD, February 7) Saint Omer (February 7) Swallowed (February 14) EO (February 21) A Man Called Otto (PVOD, February 21) Women Talking (PVOD, February 21) *PVOD titles are fresh from theatrical release and generally rent or sell digitally for $19.99 (or higher). https://youtu.be/dH7Sl2h_aHs Best Picture nominee 'Women Talking' hits digital services on February ...

Experience “Are You Alive?” with Orbital and Penelope Isles

2Feb

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Experience “Are You Alive?” with Orbital and Penelope Isles

Photo Credit: Kenny McCracken Orbital, the highly-acclaimed electronic music duo, has just dropped their latest track "Are You Alive?" featuring Penelope Isles. This upbeat and thought-provoking song is the third to be released from their upcoming album "Optical Delusion." You can expect that to hit shelves and digital platforms on February 17th. Orbital is composed of brothers Paul and Phil Hartnoll. They've been at the forefront of the electronic music scene for over three decades. Their 10th studio album, "Optical Delusion," explores the complex and rapidly changing world we live in. They delve deeper into the human psyche and the emotions we are all currently feeling. The material was sketched out during the lockdown period but fully recorded in the post-pandemic world. The albu...

Electric Realms is Bringing Wave to Dallas this February

2Feb

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Interviews

Electric Realms is Bringing Wave to Dallas this February

Electric Realms announced their first show of 2023; turns out, you're going to want to head to Dallas this February if you want to catch the next great wave show... now featuring an insane B2B set that you won't want to miss. We caught up with Mercy, one of the co-owners of Electric Realms, and have all the details. If you want to get to know Electric Realms, or get the 411 on this Dallas show... Read on! Electric Realms Presents... As an organization, Electric Realms is "a multitude of things: a collective, label, artists agency, a platform for artists to showcase their talent and have a place to house their artwork," according to Mercy. She continued on to explain, "But overall, [Electric Realms] is a safe haven and community for music lovers [and artists] alike....

Breaking Waves: Five Suns Drops New Skyward EP

1Feb

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Breaking Waves: Five Suns Drops New Skyward EP

Last week, Five Suns hit us with a new, out-of-this-world EP, Skyward. This project was released via The Wave Stage on January 27th and contains a collaboration with ITSHE. The whole thing clocks in under fifteen minutes, so you have no excuses. Go listen. Find Skyward on Spotify, below. Stream Skyward by Five Suns now: https://open.spotify.com/album/7HAbRBdj77mQpNWc8qTxsh?si=v4Tsi-TuRUWdIib4mMG5aQ Five Suns takes listeners on a mission through the upper atmosphere through his new EP, Skyward. We're talking about exploring the part of the sky where there's no air, but it's almost as if you could reach out, and the stars would be in your hands. With this EP, Five Suns provides the perfect score for a transformative sci-fi adventure story. The first track, "...

2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced

1Feb

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2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has released its list of nominees for induction in 2023. This year's list includes several iconic musicians like British songstress Kate Bush, rockers Rage Against the Machine, and hip hop collective A Tribe Called Quest. Kate Bush, who made a remarkable comeback last year with the revival of her hit "Running Up That Hill," has been nominated for the first time. Sheryl Crow, who rose to stardom in 1993 with her debut album "Tuesday Music Club," has been recognized for her three-decade-long career. Missy Elliott, known for being a creative pioneer in the rap industry, has been nominated for her songs and videos such as "Work It" and "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)." Rock & New Wave Iron Maiden, one of metal's most enduring bands, has been nominated...