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Release Radar’s Greatest Hits Vol 2: Acoustic Feels with King Leer & Cassyette
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Release Radar’s Greatest Hits Vol 2: Acoustic Feels with King Leer & Cassyette

Vol 2: "cellophane" by King Leer & "Petrichor (Stripped)" by Cassyette I don't know about you, but this time of year always makes me feel a bit blue. Whether it's the cold weather, overcast skies, or stubborn seasonal affective disorder--something about this time of year is just heavy. With that in mind, this week we're slowing things down with two tracks that are guaranteed to get you in your feels: the bittersweet, acoustic bop, "cellophane" by King Leer & the haunting, stripped-down version of "Petrichor" by Cassyette. Let's dive in. King Leer & "cellophane" https://open.spotify.com/track/3c0fEUnpEl0laFwDZOYztf?si=694db8360d1b4728 Adding an upbeat swing to what's got to be one of the most optimistically depressing songs, King Leer tackles...
In Red, the New Album from Indie Rock Band Kingston Kane, Won Bandcamp Friday Today.
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In Red, the New Album from Indie Rock Band Kingston Kane, Won Bandcamp Friday Today.

Happy Bandcamp Friday! In case you didn't know already, Hudson Valley natives, Kingston Kane, dropped their gorgeous sophomore album, In Red, today. If you’re a fan of well-written, nostalgic-yet-refreshing, grungy rock music, I highly suggest you check out In Red as soon as you can.  You won’t regret it.  In Red by Kingston Kane View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kingston Kane (@kingstonkaneband) My personal favorites from the album include "Storm King", "Mutiny", and "A Happy Life". These tracks show off the band's wide range in sound, from their high energy bops to their more somber, contemplative tracks. There's something for everyone here. The release of In Red comes with a free show in Chester, NY tonight...
Royal Blood Hitting The Road In Support Of ‘Typhoons’
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Royal Blood Hitting The Road In Support Of ‘Typhoons’

Alt-rock heavyweights Royal Blood are set to tour North America in support of their latest effort, Typhoons. The UK-based duo will kick off the action on April 18 in Toronto before playing shows from coast to coast. The fan pre-sale is underway for those with the foresight to have signed up for the band's mailing list. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, December 3rd at 9 AM (local to your time zone). Want in? Click here for more info. Typhoons is Royal Blood's third studio album and features "Trouble's Coming", "Limbo" and "Boilermaker" among others. The critically acclaimed album resulted in millions of streams and airplay on radio stations across the globe. Royal Blood is Mike Kerr on vocals/bass and Ben Thatcher on drums. Close your eyes at a show and you'...
Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness Set To Host 12th Annual Dear Jack Benefit Concert Saturday Night
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Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness Set To Host 12th Annual Dear Jack Benefit Concert Saturday Night

Andrew McMahon was diagnosed with Leukemia at just 23 years old. He's spent the years since then raising funds to help support those affected by this terrible disease. Carving out a successful career across two+ decades and three projects, McMahon recently chronicled his story with the release of his memoir Three Pianos. His teen years into his early 20s saw the meteoric success of Something Corporate. From there he moved on to Jack's Mannequin before launching Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness and breaking out with "Cecelia and the Satelite" in 2014. Camp Wilderness Fan Access We've seen sold-out tours and popular follow-up albums ever since and McMahon shows no signs of slowing down. His newest project is a fan access platform called Camp Wilderness which aims to offer ...
Jack White Releases Two Dramatically Different Versions of New Single “Taking Me Back”
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Jack White Releases Two Dramatically Different Versions of New Single “Taking Me Back”

Jack White is back with a brand new single and it happens to be featured in the trailer for the new Call of Duty video game. White, no stranger to pushing the envelope, has decided to release two different versions of the song. According to a press release at the Third Man Records site, "Taking Me Back" was recorded in Nashville at Third Man Studios. White can be heard singing and playing each of the instruments on the track (not at the same time, obviously). The release is White's first new material to be released in four years. To date, White has built up quite a resume. He's a 12-time GRAMMY® Award-winner and 36-time nominee. All three of his solo albums – 2012’s BLUNDERBUSS, 2014’s LAZARETTO, and 2018’s BOARDING HOUSE REACH debuted at #1 on the Billboard (Soundscan) chart....
ICYMI: We Now Have Two Epic New Singles from the Upcoming STARSET Album, HORIZONS.
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ICYMI: We Now Have Two Epic New Singles from the Upcoming STARSET Album, HORIZONS.

STARSET, the cinematic rock band known for their expansive worldbuilding, intricate spacesuits and immersive concert experiences, is set to release their fourth studio album, HORIZONS, on October 22 via Fearless Records. Friday, September 24th, marked the release of their 3rd single from the album, "LEAVING THIS WORLD BEHIND". It was most recently preceded by "THE BREACH", which was released on September 10th. Check out both September releases below on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Od_dO3ENJo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWkbUMQ4-88&feature=emb_title FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM HORIZONS ARRIVES OCTOBER 22 A continued voyage through a captivating narrative, HORIZONS delivers a cinematic soundscape that accompanies the listener ...
Mark Your Calendars: vibe.digital’s 100th Episode is Here.
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Mark Your Calendars: vibe.digital’s 100th Episode is Here.

Clear your schedule, because we have plans this weekend. We finally know who is going to be playing for us live on Twitch this Sunday, September 12th, for vibe.digital's 100th Episode: Into The Vibe. Fans of wave music have been waiting for weeks, speculating. vibe.digital themselves kept the hype going from day one. But now we know. Our 100th episode of the livestream / podcast is September 12th, and it will be special.Details, lineup, giveaways, and other goodies to be revealed in the coming days and weeks.Keep it Vibe. Keep it locked. pic.twitter.com/tL31JdeV39— vibe.digital (@vibedigitalUSA) August 14, 2021 There is a correct guess or two. We announce tomorrow. https://t.co/V1Fny5xdQr— vibe.digital (@vibedigitalUSA) September 6, 2021 While I was p...
The Great New York State Fair Presents: Grandson!
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The Great New York State Fair Presents: Grandson!

The crowd gathered in front of the Chevy Park stage at the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY was brought to life last Monday night, thanks to Grandson, a Canadian-American alt rocker-slash-activist, whose socially-conscious music is equal parts empowering and electrifying. (c) J_Kaye15 on twitter grandson talking to the crowd during ‘In Over My Head’ today at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY ©️ 95xsyracuse pic.twitter.com/uOp6utzVKe— ✖️grandson news✖️ (@grandsonnews) August 31, 2021 It seems like Grandson, also known as Jordan Benjamin, is everywhere lately. Not only has he collaborated with countless artists like Mike Shinoda, Kennyhoopla, K.Flay, and Vic Mensa, but he also has two tracks featured in the latest Suicide Squad film. Grandson...
Saint Slumber Released an Off-Beat, Alt Pop New Single, “freak!” ft. 100+ of Their Fans
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Saint Slumber Released an Off-Beat, Alt Pop New Single, “freak!” ft. 100+ of Their Fans

Saint Slumber has always been in a category of their own. They have a special blend of alternative rock and dark, electronic pop that I have never heard anywhere else. They're always doing something new that surprises me and this new single, "freak!", is no different. Blending over 100 fan voices into a choir for the track, Saint Slumber's latest release is more than a song: it's a force to be reckoned with. Check it out on Spotify below-- https://open.spotify.com/track/5oAnYRa5iZUjKG9wK0QIE5?si=Dppo0HlvSDaVufB36agPlw&utm_source=copy-link&dl_branch=1 In short, "freak!" is an offbeat anthem of total self-acceptance and is a welcome sight to see in my Spotify library. It came two long months after "never / nowhere", the last Saint Slumber single. "I don't know w...
ICYMI: Alt Rock Band THE HARA Dropped a Cinematic New Single, “Fool & The Thief”
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ICYMI: Alt Rock Band THE HARA Dropped a Cinematic New Single, “Fool & The Thief”

THE HARA has a new single out and it is definitely one of my favorite August rock releases.... Emotionally-charged, high energy, and perfect for screaming along to--"Fool & The Thief" is everything I love about rock music. Check it out on Youtube below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-zOCetYwUk Released on August 20th through Scruff of the Neck Records, "Fool & The Thief" by THE HARA is somehow both contemplative and a call to action. It is perfectly cinematic in that way. The song builds on itself organically, layering in beautifully-blended instrumentals and powerfully-delivered vocals throughout. By the end of my first listen, I was awed by the sheer power and beauty of it. Clearly, I had to listen again... and again... and then send it to everyone I know....