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THE HARA Challenge Mental Health Stigma with their Debut Album, ‘SURVIVAL MODE’
16May By Ambur MasenNo Comments
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THE HARA Challenge Mental Health Stigma with their Debut Album, ‘SURVIVAL MODE’

"Nobody talks about what it feels like to slowly get out of survival mode.There’s emotional withdrawals, moments of intense confusion, and so much grief that comes with seeing life as it truly is."- Dr. Nicole LePera, PHD Chronic stress takes a toll on us—that’s no secret. Since it’s currently Mental Health Awareness Month here in the United States, and we’ve entered year three of what could be considered mass exposure to a collective, global traumatic stressor, this might be a good time to talk a bit about mental health. As you know, MendoWerks Magazine isn’t run by mental health professionals, so we’re going to do what we do best—we’re going to talk about music. Specifically, we’re going to be digging into SURVIVAL MODE, the highly-anticipated debut album by THE HARA, which was relea...
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Tash Sultana’s “New York” Is A Reflective Journey
11May By SimonNo Comments
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Tash Sultana’s “New York” Is A Reflective Journey

Photo Credit: Giulia Giannini McGauran Tash Sultana has released their highly anticipated new single, "New York." This musical prodigy wears many hats as a multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer-songwriter, engineer, and entrepreneur The song will be included on an upcoming EP set to be released later this year. The new material will be released under their own label, Lonely Lands Records. In the midst of a pandemic that dealt a major blow to the music industry, Tash found peace in their studio, allowing creativity to flourish. "New York" was born from a deeply personal experience the artist had in the city itself. Reflecting on that time Tash shares, "I will always remember a moment last year when I was in a really dark place. It was before my Pier 17 show in 2022, and it was o...
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New Mayday Parade: ‘More Like A Crash’ Hits Hard
9May By SimonNo Comments
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New Mayday Parade: ‘More Like A Crash’ Hits Hard

Photo Credit: Salma Bustos Tallahassee-based Mayday Parade is back with its latest single, "More Like A Crash." This marks their first release since their 2021 album What It Means to Fall Apart. The song delves into the chaos and pain of endings, particularly in personal relationships, capturing the sense of being lost in the wreckage. After fulfilling their record deal, Mayday Parade decided to take control of their music careers, operating on their own terms and timeline. This move brings them back to a space they haven't fully occupied since their self-released debut EP. This newfound flexibility allows the band to prioritize their personal lives while providing more freedom and control over their music. They aim to release new music more consistently rather than dropping albums ...
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Brooklane’s “Stay Toxic” Is A Catchy Pop-Punk Anthem
7May By SimonNo Comments
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Brooklane’s “Stay Toxic” Is A Catchy Pop-Punk Anthem

Get ready to rock out with the pop-punk rockers Brooklane as they've released "Stay Toxic" from their highly anticipated upcoming EP. These North Dakota natives have teamed up with 408, resulting in a captivating musical experience that is sure to leave you asking where you can pre-save the new album. Produced by the esteemed Andrew Wade, he's known for his work with A Day To Remember, Neck Deep, and Wage War. Brooklane's "Stay Toxic" EP is made up of five captivating songs. The title track stands out as the band's third official single. With this release, Brooklane fearlessly dives into the depths of a toxic relationship, exposing the raw struggles faced within it. Through their vulnerable lyrics, they provide a relatable narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced th...
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You Me At Six Tour Announced With Mothica And Wolf & Bear
3May By SimonNo Comments
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You Me At Six Tour Announced With Mothica And Wolf & Bear

Photo credit: Freddie Stisted British rockers You Me At Six are set to make a triumphant return to the US this fall for their first headline tour since 2019. The tour is in support of their critically acclaimed eighth studio album, Truth Decay. The Rise Records Presents: Truth Decay Tour will kick off in New York on September 22nd and will feature a lineup that includes alt-pop multimedia artist Mothica and post-hardcore band Wolf & Bear. The tour will also include appearances at two major US festivals, Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY, and Aftershock in Sacramento, CA. "We're really looking forward to coming back to the US, especially as we're bringing along Mothica and Wolf & Bear. It has always been a favorite place of ours to tour," shares frontman Josh Franceschi. ...
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Discover Bury Mia’s Authentic Punk Vibe In Latest Release “Daddy Issues”
2May By SimonNo Comments
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Discover Bury Mia’s Authentic Punk Vibe In Latest Release “Daddy Issues”

"Daddy Issues" Single Artwork Denver's own beloved pop-punk band, Bury Mia, has dropped their latest single titled "Daddy Issues." The song follows the success of their previously released "We've Been Trying to Reach You About Your Car's Extended Warranty." Once again, the band enlisted the help of producer Andrew Berlin, who has worked with Rise Against, A Day To Remember, and Teenage Bottlerocket. Berlin recorded the track at The Blasting Room, which is a legendary studio in Colorado. You can now stream "Daddy Issues" everywhere you like listening to music. Bassist Devin Martinez revealed that the song's inspiration comes from his childhood and the issues he faced while growing up. The song talks about a person who was in and out of his life and how he came to terms with the fact...
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Say Anything Make a Triumphant Return with “Psyche!”
30Apr By SimonNo Comments
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Say Anything Make a Triumphant Return with “Psyche!”

Photo provided by Say Anything Say Anything has released a new single and made a grand return to the stage after a hiatus that started in 2019. The band has lined up a series of shows that will undoubtedly leave their fans begging for more. Their tour kicked off with a four-night sold-out show at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City on April 28th. The band will then head to Los Angeles for three nights at The Regent, beginning on October 18th, before wrapping up with two highly anticipated performances at the sold-out When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas on October 21st and 22nd. They were originally slated to perform at the Bamboozle Festival which has since been cancelled. "Psyche!" Details To coincide with their return to performing, Say Anything has released “Psyche!...
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National Library Week: A Celebration of Books Through Music
28Apr By Ambur MasenNo Comments
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National Library Week: A Celebration of Books Through Music

It’s National Library Week here in the United States, and this year’s theme is “There’s More to the Story.” This is definitely fitting (for our purposes, at least), especially given the fact that this article is not only about libraries themselves... but also about music related to stories or literature in some way. Before we get to all that, we need to set the record straight: libraries are awesome. While COVID may have had a tremendous impact on library systems due to closures and low foot traffic, and many people consider libraries to be ‘dead’... They aren't. But they do need your help. And honestly, you probably need your library more than you think, too. "What do I need a library for? I have my cellphone/the Internet/whatever." Listen—I get it. I love my han...
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Thoughts On grandson and His ILYIT Listening Event in New York City
25Apr By Ambur MasenNo Comments
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Thoughts On grandson and His ILYIT Listening Event in New York City

“[I’m frequently asked], ‘why do you write about what you write about?’ Well, because I grew up the way that I did.” - Jordan Benjamin (grandson).  If you live near New York and follow internationally-acclaimed alt rock artist grandson, then you probably heard about the I Love You, I’m Trying listening event in Central Park that occurred earlier today; maybe you saw the ILYIT signs while out on a walk around the park... You might’ve even gotten coordinates sent to your phone, which, if plugged into your GPS app of choice, would’ve sent you to a random field in the middle of The Ramble, a woodsy part of the park with trees so tall you might even be able to forget that you’re in New York City for a while. (Or, if you’re lucky like me, your GPS might have sent you to tw...
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Tash Sultana Summer Tour Dates Announced
25Apr By SimonNo Comments
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Tash Sultana Summer Tour Dates Announced

Australian multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana is set to headline another series of North American shows from August to October 2023. Photo credit: Giulia Giannini McGauran Tash Sultana's musical journey over the last 15 years has taken them from open mic nights to releasing platinum records and selling hundreds of thousands of concert tickets worldwide. Following their Rolling Stone (AU) 2023 Global Artist of the Year win, they are back, visiting some cities they have never performed in before, as well as huge festivals. Tash Sultana: New Single The new single "James Dean," from their upcoming EP, is a powerful and soulful song about self-reflection and transformation. Driven by a strong guitar riff and a steady beat, the song showcases Sultana's passionate vocals, urging the...
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