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Summer 2023 Music Festival Lineups Announced

31Jan

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Summer 2023 Music Festival Lineups Announced

Summer 2023 Music Festivals It's time to start planning your summer 2023 concert calendar. A number of America's premiere music festivals have gone live with their lineups so here's the scoop. Coachella and Bonnaroo have both announced their lineups with Boston Calling and Sonic Temple all delivering great lineups filled with talent. Coachella First up, Coachella, taking place over Empire Polo Club the weekends of April 14-16 and April 21-23 in Indio, California. Headlining the event are Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean. But the lineup doesn't stop there, also gracing the stage are the likes of Becky G, Björk, Fisher, Chromeo, Eric Prydz, Charli XCX, Blondie, The Murder Capital, Momma, and even the actor and musician Idris Elba, showing off his DJ skills. Bonnaroo Next,...

Psychedelia Meets Modern Production on ‘Tragicomedy’

10Jan

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Music

Psychedelia Meets Modern Production on ‘Tragicomedy’

Waldo Witt's upcoming album, "Long Daze, Dark Nights," is a tribute to the psychedelia of the 60s and 70s. His new single "Tragicomedy" is available now. The project includes elements of 80s soft rock and disco and leans on influences from artists such as Todd Rundgren and King Crimson. Despite its nostalgic style, the new material is not solely focused on the past. Keep your eye out for fresh and vibrant hooks and structural twists. The album isn't just about looking back, though. It deals with themes of uncertainty, instability, and unpredictability that feel all too relevant in today's world. Story Behind The Music Waldo and his wife hit the road during the pandemic. Many of the lyrics on the record were written while they were traveling through isolated areas of the c...

Experience Ryan Hamilton’s New Album and Tour in 2023

31Jan

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Experience Ryan Hamilton’s New Album and Tour in 2023

Highly regarded singer-songwriter Ryan Hamilton has announced the release of his newest studio album, 'Haunted By The Holy Ghost.' The album is set to drop on March 10th via Wicked Cool Records. The Fort Worth, Texas musician first gained popularity with his band Smile Smile before releasing his solo debut album, 'Hell of a Day,' in 2015. www.ryanhamiltonmusic.com In 2018, he signed to Stevie Van Zandt's label and embarked on a sold-out UK tour with The Alarm. Since then, he has toured across the US and the UK. Highlights include appearances at Adam Duritz's Underwater Sunshine festival and opening for Jesse Malin at the Bowery Ballroom in NYC. Getting To Know Ryan Hamilton Hamilton's previous album, 'This Is The Sound,' was released in May 2019. It went on to win the 'Indepen...

Trashed Ambulance Releases Punk Rock “Cyntax Error”

8Jan

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Trashed Ambulance Releases Punk Rock “Cyntax Error”

Punk rock is alive and well in Alberta, Canada, thanks to Trashed Ambulance and their brand new standalone single "Cyntax Error." This track follows their third LP, 2022's critically acclaimed "Future Considerations." The song pays tribute to Thousand Islands Records co-owner and label manager Cynthia Charpentier on the occasion of her 40th birthday. The band describes the song as "an ode to Cynthia for always kicking ass and taking names while being the best gal East of the Saskatchewan River!" Trashed Ambulance is made up of Josh Hauta on guitar/vocals, Jason Ezeard on bass/vocals, and Riley Bourne on drums/vocals. Additional vocals were contributed by Casey Lewis. "Cyntax Error" was recorded at Echo Base Studio in Calgary, Alberta. The track was produced, recorded, engineered, a...

Shania Twain Releases Energetic New Track “Giddy Up”

5Jan

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Shania Twain Releases Energetic New Track “Giddy Up”

Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist and best-selling female country musician of all time, Shania Twain, has released a new single called "Giddy Up." The track is a preview of her upcoming album, Queen of Me, which is set to be released on February 3, 2023. This will be Twain's sixth full-length album, her first since 2017, and her official debut with her new label partner, Republic Nashville, a division of Republic Records. "Giddy Up" is a catchy and energetic song that is perfect for singing and dancing along to. It showcases Twain's impressive vocal range and charming personality. The singer stated, "I want people to feel good when they hear the new album. I want to set a celebratory tone and 'Giddy Up!' is a way to call to the audience and say 'let's get ready for some fun!'" ...

Foo Fighters Announce Intention To Carry On

2Jan

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Foo Fighters Announce Intention To Carry On

Foo Fighters Carrying On The Foo Fighters family dealt with unimaginable tragedy in 2022 with the loss of drummer Taylor Hawkins. Obvious questions in regard to the future of the band were on our minds but not asked out loud out of respect. The band posted to their social media channels on New Year's Eve a note of reflection. Reminding us all the band formed 27 years ago to 'represent the healing power of music'. Frontman Dave Grohl started the project in the wake of Kurt Cobain's passing. The note continues, 'without Taylor, we know that we're going to be a different band going forward'. Questions remain as to who will fill the large shoes left behind by Hawkins. We won't offer any speculation other than to question whether it could be one of the talented drummers who performe...

29Dec

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Top 10 Touring Artists Of 2022

After the pandemic ground the live music industry to a halt, this year has seen a revival of people returning to live events in droves. Here's a look at the top 10 touring artists of the year. Statistics are courtesy of Billboard Boxscore and take into consideration events that took place between November 1st, 2021, and October 31st, 2022. The revenue numbers listed are in millions of dollars. 10. The Weeknd Revenue: $131 Total Attendees: 904, 744 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NRXx6U8ABQ 9. Kenny Chesney Revenue: $135 Total Attendees: 1,299,282 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pksszku7l0g 8. Def Leppard & Motley Crue Revenue: $173.4 Total Attendees: 1,313,207 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UIB9Y4OFPs 7. Red Hot Chili Peppers Revenue:...