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Ian Flanigan Returns Home For The Holidays, With New Music On The Way
19Oct By SimonNo Comments
Features, Music

Ian Flanigan Returns Home For The Holidays, With New Music On The Way

There's something special about seeing a Hudson Valley musician come home after making a name for themselves on the national stage. Saugerties native Ian Flanigan will return to his hometown on Saturday, December 5, for Home for the Holidays, an intimate evening of live music and storytelling at the Orpheum Theatre. The show comes as Flanigan continues releasing new music, including his upcoming single, “Pretty Things,” due out October 23. For local fans who have followed his journey, it's a chance to reconnect with one of the Hudson Valley's most recognizable voices. From Saugerties to The Voice and Beyond Long before millions of viewers discovered Ian Flanigan on NBC's The Voice, he was putting in the miles as an independent musician. Flanigan started touring at just 17 years ol...
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A Relatable Tale: Let’s Watch the Music Video for “Alcohol You Now” by Jim Camacho
15Jul By Charlotte MooreNo Comments
Features, Music

A Relatable Tale: Let’s Watch the Music Video for “Alcohol You Now” by Jim Camacho

A musical legend returns - earlier this month, Jim Camacho released a new single, "Alcohol You Now," via Dark Spark Music. In even more exciting news, the music video for this song just dropped today. With this new single, Jim Camacho combines his storytelling prowess with extraordinary Americana vibes, resulting in a song that captures the feeling of 'having a few brews with the boys and getting into some trouble' to a Twisted Tea... get it? Even if this isn't your usual genre of choice, I highly recommend checking this song out. I would especially recommend checking out the music video, which only adds to the great chaotic energy of the whole ordeal. The video also has a lot of charm, and features great cameos throughout. You can watch the video for "Alcohol You Now" on YouTube,...
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Saint Samuel Tells the True Story Behind New Song, “Hit and Run” [Exclusive Interview]
4Apr By Ambur MasenNo Comments
Features, Interviews

Saint Samuel Tells the True Story Behind New Song, “Hit and Run” [Exclusive Interview]

"When the world is crazy, that's exactly what humans need the most: music."Sam mccoig (Saint Samuel) If you're looking for a fun pop-rock bop to jumpstart your Spring playlists with, then we invite you to check out "Hit and Run" by Saint Samuel. Based in Richmond, VA, Saint Samuel is a self-produced singer-songwriter whose roots in Americana and pop-punk meld together in interesting ways. This new song follows the artist's January EP, Going Through It, and in a way, is based on a true story. While the song itself is generally fun to listen to, with its catchy hook and playful transitions, the inspiration behind "Hit and Run" is anything but 'fun'. You can learn all about this song by reading our conversation with Saint Samuel, below. Listen to "Hit and Run" by Saint ...
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Jesse Ahern’s ‘Roots Rock Rebel’ Is A Gritty Musical Journey
28Sep By SimonNo Comments
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Jesse Ahern’s ‘Roots Rock Rebel’ Is A Gritty Musical Journey

Boston-born singer-songwriter and guitarist Jesse Ahern has unveiled his debut album Roots Rock Revel. Produced by Grammy Award-winner Ted Hutt (Dropkick Murphys, Gaslight Anthem), the album was released through Dropkick Murphys' Dummy Luck Music record label. This 10-track collection of songs offers a compelling blend of gritty rock 'n' roll infused with roots inspiration and Americana-style storytelling. SPIN hailed the album as a "meaningful call to action in the tradition of great rambling American buskers." They particularly praised the debut single, "Pray," as "a foot-stomping, modern-gospel anthem." Jesse Ahern has also released a music video for his moving single, "The Older I Get," featuring guest musicians Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys and country singer-songwriter Jaim...
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Rock Meets Country On Outlaws & Moonshine’s “Pills and Alcohol”
30Jul By SimonNo Comments
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Rock Meets Country On Outlaws & Moonshine’s “Pills and Alcohol”

Outlaws and Moonshine's newest single "Pills and Alcohol" is available now everywhere you listen to music. Following the success of their highly acclaimed lead single and music video, "Hillbilly Rockstars," this talented southern rock and country band from Indianapolis, IN, is back with a vengeance. Formed in 2014, Outlaws and Moonshine have been relentless in pushing the boundaries of their music. They've drawn inspiration from an eclectic mix of genres, including rock, new country, classic country, southern rock, and metal. The band includes Beau Vanvolkenburg (lead vocals, guitar), Chris Vanvolkenburgh (bass, vocals), Richie Wilkinson (guitar, backing vocals), Mark Oaldon (guitar, vocals), and Eric Piper (drums). The talented lineup of seasoned musicians brings a wealth of experi...
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Halestorm and Ashley McBryde Release Duet “Terrible Things”
27May By SimonNo Comments
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Halestorm and Ashley McBryde Release Duet “Terrible Things”

Grammy winners Halestorm has just released an incredible duet of their song "Terrible Things" from their album Back From The Dead. Talented vocalist Ashley McBryde is featured on the track. "Terrible Things" is a song that delves into the themes of hope and forgiveness, both for oneself and for the world we live in. Lzzy Hale, the lead singer of Halestorm, explains that the collaboration with Ashley McBryde was aimed at elevating the heart and soul. Exciting Collaboration Hale is in awe of McBryde's powerful voice and feels grateful to have her on board. She believes that the message of the song will resonate with listeners and help them find inspiration. Hale believes that despite our imperfections and the potential for evil within us, we are not defined by these "Terrible Thing...
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Listen: Lara Hope’s New Single New Single “By The Fire”
4May By SimonNo Comments
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Listen: Lara Hope’s New Single New Single “By The Fire”

Lara Hope & the Ark-Tones have released a reflective new single called "By The Fire". The moody yet uplifting folk song was engineered and co-produced by John Naclario at Nada Recording Studios in New York. The track features special guests James Felice of the Felice Brothers on accordion and Rose Rion Porco on cello and violin. This is the perfect addition to your Americana and folk playlists just in time for warmer weather's arrival. Hope had this to say about "By The Fire." It’s a song about the joy of spending time with friends and loved ones, basking in the glow and warmth of a fire. It’s about finding a way to come together, even when the world has made it challenging. -Lara Hope Lara Hope & The Ark-Tones On The Road The band has toured extensively, bot...
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