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Rock Veterans Taproot Drop Highly-Anticipated “Favourite Song”

11Sep

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Rock Veterans Taproot Drop Highly-Anticipated “Favourite Song”

Michigan-based hard rock veterans Taproot have unveiled their latest single. "Favourite Song" marks the first official release from their upcoming album SC\SSRS. The highly anticipated new album is set to hit shelves on September 29th. "Favourite Song" features a guest appearance by Nonpoint's Elias Soriano. The hard-hitting yet melodic track and accompanying lyric video are available now everywhere you listen to music. Produced by guitarist/vocalist Stephen Richards at The Loft in Saline, MI, and mixed by Matt LaPlant (Nonpoint and Skindred), this album, entirely written and recorded by Richards, marks the band's first studio effort since 2012's The Episodes (Victory). In addition to their upcoming album, Taproot recently dropped Best of Besides. The 17-track compilation features r...

Jennifer Lawrence Delivers Plenty of Laughs in Raunchy ‘No Hard Feelings’ (Review)

8Sep

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

Features, Film, Reviews

Jennifer Lawrence Delivers Plenty of Laughs in Raunchy ‘No Hard Feelings’ (Review)

With four Academy Award nominations and one win (for 'Silver Linings Playbook') under her belt, 'a hard-R teen comedy' No Hard Feelings' is not the first place you might expect to find Jennifer Lawrence. Inspired by an actual 2013 Craigslist ad, Lawrence stars as Maddie. She is a young thirtysomething struggling to keep it together in Montauk, New York. When the government starts knocking to collect back taxes on the house she inherited from her late mother, Maddie takes a local couple up on an unusual offer. Percy (Andrew Barth Feldman) is a socially awkward teenager who has grown up coddled and comfortable. He has so experience with dating or sex. His desperate parents (Matthew Broderick and Laura Benanti) take out a Craigslist ad looking for a woman to show him the ropes before...

N3ptune and Rusty Steve: Genre-bending Pop in the Mile High City

7Sep

By Martin CroftNo Comments

Features, Music

N3ptune and Rusty Steve: Genre-bending Pop in the Mile High City

N3ptune and Rusty Steve from Denver, CO are making some of the most interesting music in the Mile High City right now. Named the “Best Breakout Artist of 2023” by local magazine Westword, N3ptune and Rusty Steve’s music blends pop with dark, thumping electronic beats, gospel music, blues, soul, and a healthy sprinkling of kickass guitar solos. N3ptune himself started music while still in high school, quickly proving himself in the Denver scene as a singer/songwriter and producer. His star has risen quickly, as him and Rusty Steve, his co-producer and guitarist, have since received placement on syndicated radio station KTCL Channel 93.3 with the single “Black Horse.” They’ve also headlined Denver’s Pridefest, performed at some of Colorado’s biggest and most beloved stages like Red ...

Immerse Yourself In The Joy Formidable’s “The Hat”

6Sep

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Immerse Yourself In The Joy Formidable’s “The Hat”

Welsh alt-rock icons, The Joy Formidable are back in the spotlight with their latest single, "The Hat." Following closely on the heels of their previous release, "Cut Your Face," this latest track is now available for streaming on all major platforms. Ritzy Bryan leads the band with her captivating vocals and masterful guitar work. Rhydian Dafydd provides the pulsating bass lines and adds his vocal prowess to the mix. Drummer Matt Thomas keeps the rhythm tight and explosive. Originally hailing from North Wales, the band now divides their time between their homeland and the vast expanses of Utah. Throughout their career, The Joy Formidable has nurtured their connection with their devoted fanbase. In 2019, they launched the TJF Music Club, a platform that offered fans exclusive access...

What to Watch: September 2023 Streaming Preview

14Sep

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

Features, Film

What to Watch: September 2023 Streaming Preview

If you’re looking for something new on streaming in September we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our picks for what you should add to your September streaming watchlist! What are you most excited to see? Newly Available on VOD this September The Elephant Six Recording Co. (available now) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PVOD, available now) The Adults (PVOD, September 5) Strays (PVOD, September 5) Landscape With Invisible Hand (PVOD, September 8) Barbie (PVOD, September 12) Final Cut (September 12) The Unknown Country (September 12) Dreamin' Wild (September 26) https://youtu.be/PCzXf5ZiE3k?si=E5VzX62RRvKb72kU *PVOD titles are fresh from theatrical release and generally rent or sell digitally for $19.99 (or higher). All ...

Empty Trail’s New Single Is A Grunge Revival With A Modern Twist

30Aug

By SimonNo Comments

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Empty Trail’s New Single Is A Grunge Revival With A Modern Twist

Alt/hard rockers Empty Trail has released their latest single, "...but One Path." The song is garnering attention for its blend of influences and style reminiscent of the grunge era of the 90s. The band's origins trace back to singer/guitarist Rick Lambert's personal project during his time in Los Angeles. From there Lambert made a significant shift by relocating to Austin in the fall of 2016. Lambert's vision for Empty Trail was rooted in a desire to infuse the grittiness of grunge with a contemporary sonic approach. He cites iconic bands like Soundgarden and Alice in Chains as key inspirations, aiming to put his own twist on their sounds. Maintaining Authenticity The current release, "...but One Path," embodies Empty Trail's commitment to maintaining authenticity while also ...

Seraph. and w/out Unite on Intricately Emotional New Song, “Ache”

29Aug

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

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Seraph. and w/out Unite on Intricately Emotional New Song, “Ache”

Two brilliant electronic music producers, Seraph. and w/out, teamed up on an intricate and emotional new song, “Ache”. This fresh wavy release serves as the second single off of Seraph.’s upcoming EP, Memento. The EP’s first tender single, “Pulse,” dropped earlier this summer. For fans of sophisticated and melodic electronic music, August 31st is the date you need to remember, as that’s the day that Memento is due out in full via The Tabula Rasa Record Company. As for "Ache", this is a powerful song that can evoke a strong emotional response no matter how many times you hear it. At the heart of the song is this complicated, nostalgic feeling. We recommend that you take some time to find a quiet space listen to this track so you can feel it for yourself-- "Ache" is...