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Nashville’s Briston Maroney Drops Two-Side Single
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Nashville’s Briston Maroney Drops Two-Side Single

Nashville's Briston Maroney has served up a double helping of music that is new to fans but that he wrote nearly five years ago. It certainly appears as if both "Oregon" and "Harvard" have aged like a fine wine and are worth checking out on your preferred streaming platform. Photo Credit: Drew Bauml Now performing in front of large crowds at places like Bonnaroo and the Firefly Music Festival, Maroney has paid his dues. Earlier in his career, he made a name for himself in the Nashville music scene performing DIY house parties. This gave him the opportunity to build connections directly with his fans at these intimate shows. "Oregon" and "Harvard" were produced by Caleb Wright and Jake Luppen of Hippo Campus. Thoughts On "Oregon" This is honestly an old song that I never tho...
7 Rock Videos With More Than A Billion Views On YouTube
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7 Rock Videos With More Than A Billion Views On YouTube

Audioslave's "Like A Stone" is the latest rock video to pass the coveted one billion view mark on YouTube. The last video that received a good deal of fanfare in marking the achievement was Evanescence with "Bring Me To Life". Fronted by Soundgarden's Chris Cornell and featuring Tom Morello, Tim Commerford and Brad Wilk of Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave burst onto the scene in 2002 with their self titled album. The album would go on to sell more than three million copies and features "Show Me How To Live", "Cochise" and the breakout hit "Like A Stone". The band would go on to release two more albums before Cornell left the group in 2007. Audioslave reunited in 2017 and just as the possibility of more music from the talented foursome seemed like a reality, Chris Cornell passed...
Philly-Based Soraia Gearing Up For ‘Bloom’ Album Release
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Philly-Based Soraia Gearing Up For ‘Bloom’ Album Release

Things are starting to heat up for Philadelphia-based rock band Soraia ahead of the release of their new album. Their latest single "I Seek Fire" is having success on rock radio stations across the country. Bloom is set for release on October 28th on Stevie Van Zandt's Wicked Cool Records. Photo Credit: Cassandra Panek Soraia is coming off a run of dates sharing the stage with iconic rocker Joan Jett. They have concerts planned in New York City, Indy, and Providence with a big hometown show in early December. When it comes to the new material on Bloom, frontwoman Zou Zou Mansour had this to say. Ultimately, our new album is about rising above all of the slights, injuries, and traumas we’ve all experienced - personally and together - and positioning ourselves into a new plac...
Punk Rockers Boss’ Daughter Release Rowdy New Single “Photography”
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Punk Rockers Boss’ Daughter Release Rowdy New Single “Photography”

Coming straight out of Reno, Nevada punk rockers Boss' Daughter just released a rousing new single called "Photography". The track is featured on a 2-song 7-inch limited vinyl release called Okay Photography. Limited to just 250 copies, it's available now through SBAM Records. "Photography" is everything a punk rock song should be. Fast, loud, and a little rough around the edges. Throw in some catchy melodies and group harmonies, coming in at under two minutes, the band leaves you wanting more. Photo Credit: Lindsay Dimitri The good news is their new album is completed and will be out sometime in the new year after recently signing with SBAM. We'll certainly post an update when we learn the specific release date. Getting To Know The Band The band formed in 2014 and has si...
Sick Puppies Collab With ESPN On Paul Oakenfold Cover Song
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Sick Puppies Collab With ESPN On Paul Oakenfold Cover Song

Rockers Sick Puppies have just released a high-octane cover song in collaboration with ESPN and the NHL. The cover of "Ready Steady Go" is featured in a new hockey promo that can be seen through the end of the year. We'll share it below so you know what to look for. Sheshan Jay Photography It's the first new material from the band since the 2016 release of Fury. Good news for Sick Puppies fans, while we don't have an official release date, we will be seeing a new album from them in 2023. When asked about the opportunity to work with ESPN on the Paul Oakenfold cover, the band had this to say. For those who haven’t heard Paul Oakenfold’s song “Ready Steady Go”, it’s a classic tune.  When the opportunity came to be able to put our spin on it, it was a no brainer! The NHL screams fa...
Five October Album Releases That Should Be On Your Radar
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Five October Album Releases That Should Be On Your Radar

October is shaping up to be a great month for new music releases. Here's a look at five album drops that you might want to consider. Streaming is fine but please consider supporting your local independent record store. Before we dive in, a few honorable mentions. St. Lucia Utopia (10/7), Tove Lo Dirt Femme (10/14), Tegan & Sara Crybaby (10/21), and Palaye Royale Fever Dream (10/28) 1. Broken Bells Into The Blue Release Date: October 7th Broken Bells are made up of producer Danger Mouse and frontman of The Shins, James Mercer. Into The Blue is the group's first new album since 2014s After The Disco. Standout tracks from the new album include "Saturdays", "Love On The Run", and "We're Not In Orbin Yet...". Artist links: Website, Instagram & Twitter https://www.you...
Polyphia Release New Single Featuring Guitar Icon Steve Vai
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Polyphia Release New Single Featuring Guitar Icon Steve Vai

Progressive instrumental band Polyphia has released a single featuring iconic guitarist Steve Vai. "Ego Death" also features Grammy-winning trumpet player Brasstracks. The new album Remember That You Will Die drops October 28th on Rise Records. Photo Credit: Alana Ann Lopez Polyphia formed in 2010 out of Plano, Texas, and has been making a name for itself ever since. Their unique blend of influences showcases intricate guitar riffs with hip hop, rock, and metal vibes. "Ego Death" is a bass-heavy sonic assault that showcases the band's musical prowess. Guitarists Tim Henson & Scott LePage, bassist Clay Gober and drummer Clay Aeschliman form a tight-knit unit that is poised for (even bigger) things. Special Guest Steve Vai Steve Vai got his start working with Frank Zapp...