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Jane N’ The Jungle Signs with Cleopatra Records

18Nov

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Jane N’ The Jungle Signs with Cleopatra Records

Jane N’ The Jungle is the modern rock band from Phoenix, AZ with vocals that cut like a knife and a take-no-prisoners attitude influenced by a combination of alternative rock, metal, and a touch of punk. Their new single "Raw As A Jewel" is available now and is about giving in to your desires and bearing it all with reckless abandon. The band dances around love and second chances, daring the listener to follow their heart. It was inspired by the band’s feeling of rebirth and restless desire to chase their wildest dreams, no matter the cost. RAW is the first release with Cleopatra Records that flaunts the band's raw intense energy recorded with producer Chuck Alkazian at Pearl Sound Studios, a music video by Raysquared Productions, and photography by Jim Louvau. "Raw As A Jewel" ...

Sneakpeek Taps Into Psychadelic Vibes On New Single

16Nov

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Sneakpeek Taps Into Psychadelic Vibes On New Single

L.A.-based duo Sneakpeek is back in action with a trippy new single called "Dreams That You Discarded". The high-energy psychedelic number feels reminiscent of old-school Blondie mixed in with modern-day acts like The Killers and Phoenix. The retro-sounding audio is accompanied by a music video that fits the vibe of the song like a glove. Sneakpeek's Dora Hiller and Aric Bohn worked with talented cinematographer Arlene Muller and director Paige Stark. While legendary artist Ken Jenkins adds impressive multicolor and lumia visuals. When asked about the meaning of the song Hiller had this to say. "...it's about recognizing that it’s never too late to reignite dreams that we have forgotten. When we hypnotize ourselves into a state where we can trust that everything is happening e...

Birds Of Bellwoods Drop New Single And Announce Album Release

9Nov

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Birds Of Bellwoods Drop New Single And Announce Album Release

Photo Credit: Kate Dockeray Toronto-based Birds of Bellwoods have released "Firsts (Over And Over Again)" which you might have heard in a popular ABC drama. The song is featured on the band's 10-track Everything You Want. The new album is set for release on February 10th via MNRK Music Group. Birds of Bellwoods worked with Grammy-winning producer Dave Schiffman on the project. He's known for his work with Vampire Weekend, Haim, and others. The result is an album packed with harmony-rich radio-friendly alt-rock tunes. ...On Television "Firsts" made its debut on an October 9th episode of ABCs The Rookie. As for the meaning behind the song, the band states it's as much a poem as it is a song. "It tells the story of a short relationship, from strangers to friends, friends to ...

Here’s How You Can Join In On The Coheed & Cambria Cruise

7Nov

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Here’s How You Can Join In On The Coheed & Cambria Cruise

Photo Credit: Alexandra Gavillet Coheed & Cambria will be hitting the open seas with a variety of musical friends in tow. The S.S. Neverender: Raiders of Silent Earth 3 is the second annual band-led cruise. The mighty Norweigen Pearl will depart from Miami on October 23rd 2023 and will sail to Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. While Coheed is the main attraction on the cruise, they'll be joined by bands like Sunny Day Real Estate, Animals as Leaders and many others. In addition to the intmate performances on board, you'll have a series of unique opportunities to connect with the band. Coheed and Cambria Cruise Q&A With Coheed & Cambria - Join the band for a live session where they answer your questions. They're celebrating the 20th anniversary of the releas...

The Blue Stones Release Third Studio Album ‘Pretty Monster’

6Nov

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The Blue Stones Release Third Studio Album ‘Pretty Monster’

The new album from The Blue Stones has been one of the most highly anticipated releases of the year for us here at MendoWerks. They released "Don't Miss" to kick off summer then followed it up with "Good Ideas" in August. Everything we've heard so far has been refreshing and Pretty Monster lives up to our expectations. Photo Credit: Nick Fancher The Blue Stones are a duo made up of Tarek Jafar (vocals/guitar) and Justin Tessier (drums). They hunkered down at Zane Whitfield's NOP Studios in Ontario for more than a month earlier this year to work on the album. They brought in a series of producers to help capture the energy and vibe of their live performances. Blue Stones 'Pretty Monster' Collaborations with Kevin Hissink (grandson/Demi Lovato), WZRD BLD (Highly Suspect/iDKHOW)...

Five November Album Releases That Should Be On Your Radar

3Nov

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Five November Album Releases That Should Be On Your Radar

November is shaping up to be a great month for new music releases. Here is a look at this month's buzzworthy album drops. 1. Phoenix Alpha Zulu Release Date: November 4th Alpha Zulu is the seventh studio album from alt-rockers Phoenix. They began recording at the height of the pandemic. They were able to set up shop in a very special location. Phoenix recorded the album at the Musee des Arts which is a studio inside the world-renowned Louvre in Paris, France. Artist links: Website, Instagram & Twitter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxTCTAnTP6Q 2. Fitz and the Tantrums Let Yourself Free Release Date: November 11th Fitz and the Tantrums will be releasing their fifth studio album Let Yourself Free on November 11th. The band released the summertime jam "Sway" i...

408 Releases Highly Anticipated Debut Album ‘Out Of It’

30Oct

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408 Releases Highly Anticipated Debut Album ‘Out Of It’

Rising alt/pop-punk band 408 has released its debut album and it's chock full of special guests. Out Of It is available everywhere you listen to music via BreakSilence Recordings/Regime Music Group. 408 worked with award-winning producer/engineer Andrew Wade and Andy Karpovck (A Day To Remember, Neck Deep) at The Audio Compound in Orlando, Florida. Keep your eye out for killer collaborations with Kellin Quinn (Sleeping With Sirens), Aaron Gillespie (Underoath), Josh Robers (Magnolia Park), Titus, and Taylor Acorn. 408's Out Of It Frontman Mark Faroudi had this to say about Out Of It. "This is by far the band's most adventurous and ambitious effort. Our sound incorporates a little bit of everything and the album represents that. We don't fit into the normal boundaries that ar...

Alt-Rockers Autopilot Release Fresh New Single “Feverish Dreams”

27Oct

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Alt-Rockers Autopilot Release Fresh New Single “Feverish Dreams”

Canadian alternative rock band Autopilot has a killer new single "Feverish Dreams" and has announced a number of new fall tour dates. Following a brief stop in Regina, Saskatchewan, Autopilot makes its way back to the United States. They have concerts planned in Chicago, New York, Atlanta, and more. Autopilot is ready to hit the road and build on the success of its last run through the U.S. We are blown away by the response from our last US tour and can’t wait to be back on the road in November! We are so excited to share our new single Feverish Dreams, the first release from our upcoming album.-Autopilot When the world stood still during the pandemic, Autopilot refused to slow down. They might not have been able to tour and play shows but they did work on material for their new ...

Adjacent Music Festival Has Every Emo Fans Dream Lineup

25Oct

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Adjacent Music Festival Has Every Emo Fans Dream Lineup

Pop-punk and emo festivals have been all the rage lately. Now, east coast residents won't have to travel that far to experience two days of great music right on the beach. Artists like Blink 182, Paramore, Bleachers, Coheed & Cambria along with 35+ other artists will take the stage Memorial Day weekend in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The ticket pre-sale begins Thursday morning at 10 AM. There are several options available in addition to general admission. Pit passes, Boardwalk, and Super VIP tickets are an option if you're interested. Accommodations are available for Ocean Casino Resort, Caesars, Tropicana, and Showboat hotels. Just be forewarned, these hotel packages aren't cheap. Music On The Beach The Adjacent Music Festival will feature three stages of performers, vendors, ...

Rome & Duddy Release New Music Video + Prep For Winter Tour

24Oct

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Rome & Duddy Release New Music Video + Prep For Winter Tour

The dynamic duo of Rome & Duddy are making waves with the release of their new music video and highly anticipated winter tour dates. Best known for their work with Dirty Heads and Sublime, "Cannabis Tree" is a breath of fresh air (musically speaking). Rome & Duddy first collaborated back in 2008 on "Lay Me Down" by Dirty Heads. The song went on to set records for being one of the most successful independent single releases of all time. It held onto the #1 position on the chart for nearly three months. More recently the duo has been hosting a podcast and earlier this year released a line of CBD products via Consequence. Cactus Cool EP The new EP Cactus Cool is expected to drop in March of 2023. Despite their close friendship Rome & Duddy haven't released much musi...