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Listen to Captain Kaiser’s Powerful Tribute in “Drive

6Feb

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

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 wi...

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

5Feb

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Features, Music

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 ...

What to Watch: February 2023 Streaming Preview

3Feb

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

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 2...

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

2Feb

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

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 album...

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

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Music

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, "S...

2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced

1Feb

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

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 for ...

Exclusive Look: Dead By Wednesday’s Lego-Themed ‘Mars in Exile’ Music Video

31Jan

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Features, Music

Exclusive Look: Dead By Wednesday’s Lego-Themed ‘Mars in Exile’ Music Video

Photo Credit: Jeremy Saffer Dead By Wednesday caught our attention recently with the release of their new animated stop-motion music video for the single "Mars in Exile." The story and concept for the music video were inspired by the drummer's 8-year-old son, Orion St. Lawrence. He put his creative talents to use by designing the building brick band characters and shooting some of the footage. The video was directed by Sal DelGreco, who also performed all of the voice acting with Paul Stamper perfecting the animation. During the guitar solo, footage shot by St. Lawrence was projected onto the screens. The single is taken from the band's latest album "Capital Conspiracy," which was released last summer, and is available in stores and online music platforms. Getting To Know Dead By...

Semaphore’s New Album ‘I Need a Reason to Stay’ Drops in March

30Jan

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Semaphore’s New Album ‘I Need a Reason to Stay’ Drops in March

The Brooklyn-based quartet, Semaphore, is poised to unleash its new album, I Need a Reason to Stay, on March 24th. They're giving us a sneak peek of the release with their lead single, "Smother." Comprised of singer and guitarist Siddhu Anandalingam, drummer Emmett Ceglia, guitarist Jay Kohler, and bassist Niko Hasapopoulos, the band explores the complexities of modern life through its signature shoegaze-inspired sound. Photo Credit: Adam LaMothe Anandalingam shares that "Smother" tackles anxiety and uncertainty, exploring the human experience of not knowing one's purpose in life. With influences from Foo Fighters and Balance and Composure, the singer experiments with sitar-like tuning to add a unique touch to the song. Check Out The Video For "Smother" The accompanying music...

Breaking Waves: Where’s Skeler?! [Spoiler: It’s Red Rocks!]

30Jan

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Music

Breaking Waves: Where’s Skeler?! [Spoiler: It’s Red Rocks!]

Take a seat, Djedi– we’re all a “proud wavedad” today. https://twitter.com/brett_djedi/status/1619747980604751872 After all, this announcement from one of the scene's favorite artist-slash-managers is kind of a huge moment for all of us in the wave music community… because earlier today, it was revealed that Skeler will be making his Red Rocks debut! Read on to find all the details about this wavy edition of 'Rezz Rocks'. Skeler makes his Red Rocks debut: Full support for “Rezz Rocks V” has been unveiled… According to 9News in December of last year, originally, “Rezz Rocks V" was going to encompass just one day, September 1st. It featured a handful of the current support artists– Ivy Lab, Esseks, ROSSY, and isqa. This first date sold out...