Berlin based rock band Kadavar have released the new music video for their single “I Just Want To Be A Sound”. It was directed by Maximilian Wiedenhofer and features Caelian del Mare, a highly acclaimed young German/Turkish actor and model from Berlin. Fans can now watch the video at this link: https://youtu.be/ryx-8vPlAEA
“When I heard the song for the first time, I started dreaming of a drifter and the displacement of his world. Hallucinating visualizations of sound, of dark shreds of the other side, where the digital begins to dream,” explains Wiedenhofer on the inspiration for the music video.
The song is taken from the band’s upcoming new album of the same name to be released May 16 via Clouds Hill.
Secret Gardens, the guitar driven post rock project led by Greg Almeida, has released the instrumental edition of The Impermanent Amber, the latest installment in the project’s seasonal tetralogy. In addition, Secret Gardens has announced the Infinite Amber Spring Tour, set to kick off this April alongside With Sails Ahead.
Juan Vargas, a Texas-based multi-instrumentalist, previously known for his work under “The Secret Truth of the Universe,” introduces his latest project, Last Days Of Heaven. Blending dream-pop, shoegaze, and alternative rock, Vargas crafts a kaleidoscopic and melancholic soundscape. His music delves into themes of trauma, failure, and romantic loss, creating an evocative narrative experience.
Signed to New Morality Zine, Last Days Of Heaven debuts with the two-song single Nothing Left to Torture. Drawing inspiration from artists like Sparklehorse, My Bloody Valentine, and Deerhunter, the release features rich, layered compositions. The title track, “Nothing Left to Torture,” showcases floaty melodies and rich vocals, enhanced by saxophone, synths, and guitars from collaborator Jasper Byrne. The accompanying video, directed by Vargas, captures the song’s wistful essence.
“Pain Machine” contrasts its bright, psychedelic groove with poignant lyrics about a troubled relationship, highlighting the project’s multifaceted approach.
Last Days Of Heaven marks a compelling new chapter in Vargas’s musical journey, promising a unique blend of sound and storytelling.
“If it’s me and Preem, it’s a smash hit”! The moment hip-hop fans have been eagerly anticipating is finally here: DJ Premier and Roc Marciano have teamed up for their first-ever collaborative single, “Armani Section,” which is now available at all DSP’s.
In the same vein in which DJ Premier has been responsible for leading and influencing the sound of hip-hop for decades, Roc Marciano has also earned his flowers for re-shaping how “underground” hip-hop has evolved over the years. That’s why “Armani Section” is not just a cultural milestone, it’s a statement; a declaration that true luxury and authenticity in music never goes out of style, is never dated; and you can never have enough of it— and it sounds exactly like what you envision high-end luxury music for the masses embodying.
As the rush of hearing one of the most respected and innovative lyricists of his generation, teaming up with arguably the greatest hip-hop producer ever begins to set in, Marci seizes the moment, wastes no bars, and no time, his effortless slick talk detailing how he “bagged the cashier, wearing cashmere,” how you can’t stop time on the block, and sneaking in a barrage of jabs like Ali throughout both of his verses. DJ Premier’s classic craftsmanship and innovation provides the canvas, and he digs deep into his bag to speak with his hands delivering one of his patented and elegant scratch choruses.
Though they previously collaborated on PRhyme 2, Marci guesting on “Respect My Gun,” this new union manifested due to some good old-fashioned retail therapy. “True Story. Several years ago I was shopping at Macy’s in Herald Square and I was passing the “Armani Section,” when I see Roc Marci there and he asks me when are we gonna do a record together” Premier vividly recalls. “I told him we would eventually get to it. Fast forward a few years later, right before Christmas 2024, I gave him a call and told him it was time to get to it. I reminded him of that day, and he said that should be the title of the record. The tone was officially set.”
“Armani Section” is gutter and expensive. Everything you’d expect from a Preemo and Marci joint” Roc Marciano adds.
Dave East & Ransom have now officially announced their collaborative project, The Final Call, with the release of the project’s first single “Meyhem,” which features Brooklyn drill pioneer 22Gz. “Meyhem” is now available!
The Final Call will feature guest appearances and production from Jay Electronica, Method Man, V Don, MadeinTYO & Prophecy.
The Final Call will be released on 2.21.25.
Michigander – the acclaimed indie rock project led by singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Jason Singer – has released their highly anticipated eponymous debut album today via Totally Normal Records/Thirty Tigers. Hailed by NPR as “one of indie rock’s most exciting stories in the last few years,” the album features the aspirational single, “Peace of Mind,” co-written with renowned producer/musician Butch Walker (Green Day, Weezer, Fall Out Boy), “Emotional” and the top 5 AAA summer favorite, “Giving Up,” which was released alongside an official music video, directed by longtime visual collaborator Tyler Appel (Andrew McMahon, Manchester Orchestra) and featured on beloved TV shows Shrinking and Grey’s Anatomy. Michigander is now available digitally and on limited-edition vinyl exclusively at shop.michiganderband.com.
Beloved kids’ musician Laurie Berkner “unboxes” her band while exploring the imaginative fun kids can have with a simple box in Laurie’s new music video, “Big Blue Box.” “Big Blue Box” isout today!
The “Big Blue Box” song was first heard on Laurie Berkner’s award-winning 2019 album, Waiting For The Elevator. Starting with Laurie’s stunning a cappella vocals, “Big Blue Box” builds buoyantly as each bandmate’s instrument is introduced.
this is Philly-based alternative rock band ASkySoBlack .This group blends the mournful melodies of 90s icons like Hum, Smashing Pumpkins, and Deftones with the chaotic aggression of 00s emo acts like Glassjaw and At the Drive-In.
Their first full-length record, Touch Heaven, marking a significant evolution in their sound. The album offers personal and musical depth that resonates with anyone navigating grief, personal struggle, or emotional release. It dives into themes of love, loss, and heartbreak, focusing on melody and introspective soundscapes.
ASkySoBlack has proven themselves as one of the most exciting bands in modern alternative music, racking up over 1.6 million streams on their self-released debut EP What Is Yet to Come? Their follow-up EP, Autumn in the Water, further cemented their sound, amassing 2.1 million streams and catching the attention of fans and critics alike. The band has toured with acts like Soul Blind, Trauma Ray, and Kaonashi, selling out their initial vinyl and CD runs.
After a totally fly 2024 summer tour packed full of 90s boy band, pop, and R&B hits, RIAA-certified Gold a cappella group Straight No Chaser is back by popular demand with “Straight No Chaser Summer: 90s Part 2.” For the full tour schedule and more details, visit SNCMusic.com.
Ticket pre-sales begin on February 12, 2025 with all tickets going on sale Feb. 14, 2025. “Straight No Chaser Summer: 90s Part 2” kicks off July 8, 2025 at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ and runs through September 6, 2025 with a special performance at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Featuring their own twist on 90s classics like Lisa Loeb’s “Stay (I Missed You),” “Everybody” by Backstreet Boys, “Linger” from The Cranberries, and Santana’s “Maria Maria,” Straight No Chaser brings audiences of all ages back to a simpler time, one unafraid of bright neons, loud prints, and cool boy bands.
The final show of the 90s Part 2 Tour in Atlantic City, N.J. is extra special, marking the 15th Anniversary of Straight No Chaser’s first Atlantic City residency! In honor of the Anniversary, Straight No Chaser will be offering VIP Packages starting at $250 per person. VIP packages include a pre-show meet & greet, a 5-song acoustic performance featuring songs from the original residency, an exclusive 15th Anniversary t-shirt, photo opportunities with all nine members of Straight No Chaser, as well as a VIP only post-show cocktail mixer with the group! Tickets for this Crystal Anniversary show are on sale everywhere starting Feb. 14. VIP packages and show tickets are sold separately.
“The ’90s were a time when music impacted people in a way that only nostalgia can recreate,” said Straight No Chaser member Seggie Isho. “We felt that connection with audiences last summer. Our fans are ready for more of that throwback magic and we’re ready to bring it! It’s not just about the songs though; it’s about reliving the energy, the vibe, and those unforgettable moments. Plus, we’ve got new 90’s inspired fits, new music, and even more hair gel (for some of us). Get ready to party!”
Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Eric Bass (Shinedown) has today shared his new single “Azalia”, taken from his forthcoming debut solo album I Had A Name. Fans can stream the song now here, and watch the brand new music video here.
“‘Azalia’ is one of the two main protagonists in our story,” explains Eric. “She is a former warrior monk who has thrown off her religion to become an assassin. Dedicating her life to the insurgency against the WAL and Legion, and to killing every official who had anything to do with her mother’s death.”
He continues: “In the song ‘Azalia’ we find her on the run for her life with the government’s demons close behind. She will have to rely on her tenacity in order to not give up, and on her natural abilities to survive. The keys to which are contained within a gift her mother gave her as a child. Eric Bass presents…Azalia.”
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