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WATCH: Charlie Cunningham’s Compelling New Video For “End of the Night”

5Apr

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

WATCH: Charlie Cunningham’s Compelling New Video For “End of the Night”

Photo Credit: Bennie Cunrow British singer-songwriter Charlie Cunningham has just released a new video for his new single "End of the Night." The song appears on his recently released third full-length album Frame. When asked about the track, Charlie explains that "End of the Night" deals with feelings of isolation and withdrawal, as well as a desire for connection and acceptance, both in relation to the self and to a wider community. This theme is just one example of the depth and nuance that can be found in Charlie's music. He explores universal themes such as heartbreak, spirituality, grief, and climate anxiety. Background On "Frame" "Frame" represents a new sonic evolution for Cunningham. He collaborates once again with long-term producer Sam Hudson Scott. The album is a ...

Los Angeles, Get Ready to Cry A Third Time: Tears in the Club III

4Apr

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Music

Los Angeles, Get Ready to Cry A Third Time: Tears in the Club III

Are you looking for the next great wave music event? Then look no further, because we have all the details about Tears in the Club III, right here-- This weekend, if you're local to Los Angeles, then you're in for a treat--one that's featuring local and international talent from all across the wave scene, and its related genres, right in your neighborhood. Read on to find out everything you need to know about Tears in the Club III; learn about all of the spectacular artists that will be featured at the showcase, below, as well. Tears in the Club III: Live in Los Angeles this Friday. Who: Juche, WEVLTH, Rapture 4D, Nick Neutronz, and others, detailed below. What: Tears in the Club III, the third edition of a wave music (and adjacent) showcase series. W...

The All-American Rejects Set For First Headlining Tour In Nearly A Decade

3Apr

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The All-American Rejects Set For First Headlining Tour In Nearly A Decade

The All-American Rejects will return to the stage this summer with their first headlining tour in nearly a decade. The Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour will consist of 27 shows all across the country. New Found Glory, Motion City Soundtrack, The Starting Like, and The Get Up Kids will support on select dates. The tour ticks off in Tampa, Florida, and will make stops in cities like Boston Nashville, and Los Angeles before wrapping up in Oklahoma City, OK at Zoo Amphitheatre on October 14. All American Rejects Comment On Tour Speaking on their upcoming tour, the band expressed their excitement. “We’ve been trying to get out on the road in a proper way for the last few years. We finally realized after playing When We Were Young that the world was ready to pull out of their...

The Hu’s New Single “Black Thunder” Features Serj Tankian and DL

2Apr

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The Hu’s New Single “Black Thunder” Features Serj Tankian and DL

Iconic Mongolian rock sensation The Hu has announced the release of a deluxe version of their critically acclaimed sophomore album, Rumble of Thunder. The new album will feature seven additional tracks, including four acoustic renditions and three newly recorded singles, and is set for release on June 30th. The deluxe edition includes guest appearances and English-translated vocals from some of rock’s top musicians. William DuVall of Alice In Chains, Serj Tankian of System of A Down, DL of Bad Wolves, along with LP (Laura Pergolizzi) are all featured. The project highlights the band’s unique sound that incorporates traditional Mongolian instrumentation with vocals performed in their native Mongolian language. Introducing "Black Thunder" The Hu has just released the second ...

‘Tetris’ Delivers a Surprisingly Fun Origin Story (Review)

31Mar

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

Features, Film, Reviews

‘Tetris’ Delivers a Surprisingly Fun Origin Story (Review)

With 'Tetris,' Scottish director Jon S. Baird ('Filth') takes on the origin story of one of the most addictive video games ever created. Is it the whole truth and nothing but the truth? Of course not. But it is a surprisingly fun film with a standout performance from Taron Egerton who plays Henk Rogers, the man who helped spread a small Russian-created game around the world. The movie begins with a flat-footed batch of exposition to lay out the story, but it finds its way as we go along. The game Henk designed and is exhibiting at the Consumer Electronics Show is a dud, but after playing Tetris at another CES booth, he sees his ticket to success. His plan slowly begins to take hold from there. All he has to do is buy the global distribution rights from the game's creator, Alexe...

INTERVIEW: Tarah Who? Releases “Fresh Meat Rockstars”

30Mar

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Features, Interviews, Music

INTERVIEW: Tarah Who? Releases “Fresh Meat Rockstars”

Tarah Who?'s new single and music video "Fresh Meat Rockstars" is available now everywhere you listen to music. The driving rock track addresses the relationship between bands and the attitude some musicians have towards one another. Tarah G. Carpenter, the band's lead vocalist, and guitarist collaborate with guitarist Jason Orme, who plays the guitar. Carpenter explains that despite different backgrounds and experience levels, all musicians can learn from each other. The music video for "Fresh Meat Rockstars" is a compilation of footage from the band's tour, giving viewers a glimpse of the energy behind the scenes. The song was produced by Carpenter, Orme, and Norm Block and recorded and mixed by Block. We had a chance to catch up with Carpenter to get more insight into her...

Jukebox The Ghost Cheers Deluxe: New Tracks and Piano Interpretations

29Mar

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Jukebox The Ghost Cheers Deluxe: New Tracks and Piano Interpretations

Jukebox the Ghost is set to release a deluxe version of their 2022 studio album Cheers. The piano pop trio is known for its catchy and clever pop songs with theatrical undertones. The deluxe version features four new piano interpretations and two new tracks and is set for release on April 7 via BMG. "We wanted to add tracks to the deluxe version that felt like they were already part of the album,” says Jukebox The Ghost. "Costume," in particular, is "a natural fit for the deluxe because it's got the mix of old Jukebox The Ghost energy and modern production and taste.” The self-produced sixth studio album is a toast to surviving and thriving in the face of hard times. You'll find memorable choruses, cheerful melodies, and Freddie Mercury-esque vocals woven throughout. The album s...

Don’t Miss Polyphia’s Ambitious World Tour This Fall

27Mar

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Don’t Miss Polyphia’s Ambitious World Tour This Fall

Photo by: Alana Ann Lopez Polyphia has just announced a massive extension to their Remember That You Will Die World Tour. The second leg of the tour kicks off in Oklahoma City on September 30th. DOMi and JD Beck will be joining as support through October 28th. From there, midwxst will join from November 1st to November 3rd. Tickets are available now while they last. According to guitarist Tim Henson, "This fall tour is our most ambitious outing yet. Everything from the setlist to the stage design, the light show, the supporting acts, and the merchandise; everything has been meticulously planned and curated to bring about the absolute best show possible for our fans. It truly feels like we are growing into the band that we were destined to be." Polyphia's 4th Studio Album Poly...

I Said I Wouldn’t, But I Actually Bought a Cassette Tape: on ‘Terminals’ by Druid & Jok.

26Mar

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Music, Reviews

I Said I Wouldn’t, But I Actually Bought a Cassette Tape: on ‘Terminals’ by Druid & Jok.

Ya'll, I can't believe it, but I actually bought a cassette tape. On Bandcamp Friday. In March 2023. This makes no sense to me, especially since I've definitely gone on one too many rants that sound a little bit like this: "I can't do this anymore, I already did the cassette thing, and the CD thing, and now the oh-so-occasional vinyl thing--and now cassette is coming back, and I--I just can't keep doing this." Then along came Terminals, the new EP by Druid & Jok, out via Decaying Spheres at the beginning of the month... And it was getting a physical release. On cassette, of course. Ugh. The tape came in the mail the other day. and it hit me: I caved. I bought a cassette tape. I'm part of "the problem" now. And, as anticipated, I have absolutely no way of playing...

Nothing More Teams Up With Lacey Sturm On “Best Times”

26Mar

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Nothing More Teams Up With Lacey Sturm On “Best Times”

Powerhouse rock band Nothing More has collaborated with Lacey Sturm, singer/songwriter from Flyleaf, on their latest single. The result of their collaboration is a new version of "Best Times." The track is featured on their 2022 album, Spirits. Photo Credit: Jody Domingue The accompanying music video was directed by Michael Lombardi. He's known for his work with bands like The Retaliators, Papa Roach, and The HU. The video provides an inside look at a couple's relationship and how life's best times can often pass us by without us even realizing it. The video serves as a reminder to appreciate those moments as they occur. "This song is a really special one," says Nothing More frontman Jonny Hawkins. "It's definitely one of the most positive feel-good songs we've ever written and...