•   The Bay Area has always been a hotspot for incredible live music, with artists from all over the world stopping through. But there’s something uniquely special about a hometown artist returning to take the stage. That was the case when Ellise, hailing from Foster City, California, opened for Bishop Briggs on tour at the Great American Music Hall. And [Read More]
  • In anticipation of their highly awaited European tour, Parkway Drive released the second part of exclusive long-form content from their massive 20-year anniversary Australian Tour last year. This final installment offers fans an unfiltered look at the tour’s most intense moments—bringing them closer than ever to the band’s landmark celebration. A true fly-on-the-wall experience of one of Australia’s biggest heavy [Read More]
  • London quartet Buster Shuffle shared their latest single “Masterplan” of the band’s highly anticipated album “Together”, which will be released on March 28th via Do Nothing/Cargo. From the first note, “Masterplan” kicks in with that signature Buster Shuffle bounce – piano leading the charge, a rhythm section that refuses to sit still, and Jet Baker‘s unmistakable vocal delivery, half a [Read More]
  • PALAYE ROYALE  wrapped up their Death or Glory North American tour this past Sunday night, and what a way to close it out—at the legendary Great American Music Hall in San Francisco. The band once again proved that they don’t just meet expectations; they shatter them with every performance. The Death or Glory tour took Palaye Royale across the country [Read More]
  •   Opening up for PALAYE ROYALE on their final North American show of the Death or Glory tour was none other than Johnnie Guilbert.  The crowd was ready and the fans were definitely in attendance, some even with their Johnnie Guilbert flags! Check out a photo gallery and slide show of his set by our Rockin Ryan:     You can [Read More]

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Djo releases new single and lyric video; Delete Ya

February 27, 2025

Djo – the musical project of actor/producer/songwriter Joe Keery is back at it again with a new release! His new single Delete Ya is off his upcoming album, The Crux which is out on April 4th. You can pre-order now at djomusic.com In addition to the release, you can check out a lyric video too.   The infectious new track perfectly captures the emotion and feelings of trying to let go of memories of someone as they invade your every thought. You can catch Djo out on his global tour in April. The Djo – Back On You Tour, which sold-out *instantly* in North America upon going on-sale, will feature Post Animal as support on all North American, UK and EU tour dates. The tour kicks off in the U.S. on April 4th, album release day, and includes Djo’s debut at Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, plus festival plays at Best Kept Secret Festival, Hurricane Festival and Southside Festival, with more to be announced soon. Djo has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to providing critical relief and long-term recovery support [Read More]

New Music

BRANDON releases new single Right Back, lead track off debut album Before You Go

February 20, 2025

  Brandon, the project of Brandon Joseph is sure to appeal to a variety of music lovers. His music brings together everything from soul, R&B, alternative and pop. All the while creating his own signature sound.  Brandon has just released his new song, Right Back which is off his upcoming debut album, Before You Go which is set for a May 9th release via Secretly Canadian. About the track “Right Back” reflects on a cycle Brandon has found himself in before—running toward something he knows will hurt because for a moment, it feels like home. “It explores the complexity of addictive love, and how love can be so blinding,” he says of the track. “Likening someone to cyanide, a poison, BUT still throwing yourself at them, thinking it’ll work out. It’s an intense, internal struggle. And no matter how hard you try not to, you keep running right back to them.” Check out the new song and video here:     Tracklist: 01 – You Look Like Love 02 – Right Back 03 – Serotonin 04 [Read More]

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Alternative rockers Atomic Life release video for Strippers Anonymous

February 20, 2025

  Alternative rockers Atomic Life have just released the music video for their track Strippers Anonymous. The track is an infectious sultry track that will have you hooked from the first listen. The video was directed by Tom Flynn. The band comments about the video, The director Tom Flynn picked up a massive spotlight to create a really focused, edgy look with the feel of a live show. We went with it. We wanted to try something unique for “Strippers Anonymous” and one take later, we had our video. It really captures the essence of the songs energy. Check out the video here:   About the Band Atomic Life is a New York-based alternative rock band featuring drummer Billy Rymer (The Dillinger Escape Plan), guitarist Cody Hosza (Glassjaw), and bassist Michael Sadis (The Rivalry). The band is fronted by Adea Frances, a dynamic newcomer to the scene—an innovative, multi-disciplined performance artist who pairs high-energy songs with striking vocals and surreal, thought-provoking lyrics.   Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up  to [Read More]

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Alt-Rocker Tim Steinruck shares the power of release with soulful single, Letting You Go

February 19, 2025

Alt-Rocker Tim Steinruck has just released a new single that truly shares the power of release. The new song Letting You Go  featuring Sarah Smith and is a song that has Steinruck confront the man he used to be and finally say goodbye to those parts. The track is a deeply emotional song that captures the raw vulnerability of self-realization and the bittersweet journey of release. It carries a sense of introspection, where every note and lyric reflects the struggle of holding on versus the necessity of letting go. The song’s evocative melodies and heartfelt delivery create a powerful moment of healing, guiding the listener through the catharsis of shedding a part of oneself in order to move forward. It’s a testament to growth, pain, and ultimately, the strength found in release.  Smith brings a warm layer to the track and it truly brings it all together. Check out the track here:   About Tim Steinruck Today, Steinruck runs a record company, a reality TV show, and an independent multimedia network. He’s the proprietor of [Read More]

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Erasure’s Andy Bell shares new single and video for “Don’t Cha Know”

February 18, 2025

  ERASURE FRONTMAN SHARES DETAILS OF HIS NEW SOLO ALBUM – OUT MAY 2ND PRODUCED AND CO-WRITTEN BY DAVE AUDÉ   Andy Bell has detailed a new solo album, Ten Crowns – set for release on May 2nd on vinyl (white, oxblood and picture disc available), CD (standard and 2CD versions), gold cassette and digitally via Crown Recordings – and today shares a new single, ‘Don’t Cha Know’. The new album will coincide with a UK tour, with North American dates to be announced. ‘Don’t Cha Know’ was one of the first tracks to be written for the album, and, according to Andy, it marks “the beginning of the expedition” that would become Ten Crowns. Hinting at the emotional journey Andy has been on – “It’s so very hard to say hello / When your whole world comes crashing down,” – the moving track is accompanied by a stunning video by Stephano Barberis. Check out the video here: The new album is the result of Andy embracing a milestone in his life: Ten Crowns – 10 tracks of dazzling, joyous pop, produced and polished in Nashville, inspired by the [Read More]

Alternative

L.S. Dunes release sophomore album Violet and music video for Forgiveness

January 31, 2025

  L.S. Dunes release their sophomore album Violet via Fantasy Records. Frontmant Anthony Green shares, “The process of writing and recording this record took me someplace I’ve never been and showed me things I’ve never seen. There was a point where I was dead set on telling the story, but during the process of collaborating I started to realize that ‘Violet’ had taken all of us someplace different and showed us all different things and started to see something bigger than just my experience. “I will say that this record might be here to reflect back on whatever it is you go looking for in music because music is magic and magic is real. Music is magic.” Today they have released a music video for the new single Forgiveness. Travis Stever shares: “This is a song that lived in all of us for years. We had it in us way before we even knew each other. We could only bring it to life together. Each individual brings a certain element and strength to the song [Read More]

Music News

THORNHILL Announce Bold New Album ‘BODIES’ , available for Pre-Order NOW

January 30, 2025

  Australia’s genre-defying heavyweights Thornhill are back with their most ambitious chapter yet. The band has announced their third studio album, ‘BODIES,’ set for release on April 4th, 2025, via UNFD. Following the success of their recent single “nerv,” Thornhill continue to break boundaries with the release of their blistering new track “Silver Swarm,” accompanied by an intense music video. The band has also unveiled details of their first-ever North American headline tour, kicking off in Los Angeles on April 11th, 2025. You can Pre-Order the album HERE. Thornhill’s new single “Silver Swarm” dives deep into the emotional depths of the chaotic manipulation and push-and-pull of love, control, and self-doubt experienced in toxic relationships. Speaking on the new track, Thornhill vocalist Jacob Charlton elaborates: “‘Silver Swarm’ is a visceral exploration of the emotional labyrinth created by overwhelming feelings and the toxic pull of manipulation. The track vividly captures the experience of being ensnared in an intense, destructive relationship, where one is both irresistibly drawn to and desperately repelled by the manipulator’s influence. The ‘Silver Swarm’ becomes a powerful metaphor for the invasive thoughts and [Read More]

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New Music

Buster Shuffle share new single “Masterplan”

March 16, 2025

London quartet Buster Shuffle shared their latest single “Masterplan” of the band’s highly anticipated album “Together”, which will be released on March 28th via Do Nothing/Cargo. From the first note, “Masterplan” kicks in with that signature Buster Shuffle bounce – piano leading the charge, a rhythm section that refuses to sit still, and Jet Baker‘s unmistakable vocal delivery, half a grin, half a challenge. It‘s ska with swagger, a nod to pub singalongs and backroom shenanigans, where everyone‘s in on the joke, and no one‘s sitting down. “Our fans, the Shuffly Army, are everything to us and supported us from day one. We also wanted to write an album, where we could get together and sing our hearts out. We’re stoked to present this song to them and also a new album.”, Jet says. The record will include some surprises. A sonic treat was when Jet and the boys managed to get a 2000 strong crowd to sing the hook for the track ‘Take a Pill’, a song about sticking together and navigating through a [Read More]

Indie

Finn Wolfhard announces debut album and dates for headlining tour

March 6, 2025

  Finn Wolfhard is launching his solo career with the announcement of debut album, Happy Birthday. The album is due out June 6th via AWAL and just released is the first single, Choosing the latter. The catchy new track brings to life a nostalgic vibe with sunny guitars and his infectious vocals. Check out the new track here:     You can Pre-Order the new album HERE. Finn comments about his music, “were a way for me to establish control for myself and a little bit of peace. Music for me has always been something that I can control. And while I’m really grateful for acting and for a long time, it really provided me that peace, it’s just a different thing now that I’m an adult and that it’s a career. I still enjoy it a lot, but when I am by myself and get to play guitar and write a song, it’s a different kind of feeling I’m after.”   Happy Birthday tracklisting Happy Birthday Choose the latter Eat Objection! Everytown there’s a darling [Read More]

Music News

Djo releases new single and lyric video; Delete Ya

February 27, 2025

Djo – the musical project of actor/producer/songwriter Joe Keery is back at it again with a new release! His new single Delete Ya is off his upcoming album, The Crux which is out on April 4th. You can pre-order now at djomusic.com In addition to the release, you can check out a lyric video too.   The infectious new track perfectly captures the emotion and feelings of trying to let go of memories of someone as they invade your every thought. You can catch Djo out on his global tour in April. The Djo – Back On You Tour, which sold-out *instantly* in North America upon going on-sale, will feature Post Animal as support on all North American, UK and EU tour dates. The tour kicks off in the U.S. on April 4th, album release day, and includes Djo’s debut at Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, plus festival plays at Best Kept Secret Festival, Hurricane Festival and Southside Festival, with more to be announced soon. Djo has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to providing critical relief and long-term recovery support [Read More]

New Music

Singer Jessie Wagner releases new single, Up Against a Wall

February 21, 2025

Singer Jesie Wagner has been a very well sought after touring vocalist and now is the time for her to shine in the spotlight with her new single.  Wagner has just released her new single, Up Against a Wall and it brings together the perfect blend of blues, R&B and rock. Check out the new track here:     Jessie will be releasing her debut LP War Within, on April 25th via Wicked Cool Records. About Jessie Wagner Jessie Wagner’s journey to center stage has been a long and winding one. After years of singing beloved hits on some of the world’s biggest stages, she is finally stepping into the spotlight on her own terms—sharing her personal stories of triumph and pain through her own music. As an in-demand touring vocalist, Jessie has traveled thousands of miles performing with icons like Lenny Kravitz, Chic, Duran Duran, and Little Steven and The Disciples of Soul. In 2020, she unveiled her most personal work yet—her debut solo album, Shoes Droppin’, released through Wicked Cool Records. Blending bluesy R&B, [Read More]

New Music

Silverstein release their new album “Antibloom” today

February 21, 2025

With the approach of their 25th anniversary, acclaimed Canadian rock band Silverstein took to the deserts of Joshua Tree to challenge themselves in more ways than ever before. The result is the band’s most eclectic and prolific body of work yet: “Antibloom” / “Pink Moon”. A double album that draws from across Silverstein’s diverse influences, “Antibloom” is released today, February 21, 2025 via UNFD, with “Pink Moon” to follow later in the year. “In 2025 we will be celebrating 25 years as band. For a milestone this large, we felt it deserved the largest campaign of our career,” the band shares. “We felt incredibly inspired and put everything we’ve learned / felt / experienced into this double album. They say it takes an artist their whole life to write their debut album, but with starting this band so young, it felt like it took 25 years to write ‘Antibloom’ / ‘Pink Moon’ — the absolute collection of our musical style and ideas we’ve pioneered over these years.” Sam Guaiana (NECK DEEP, HOLDING ABSENCE, BAYSIDE) produced [Read More]

New Music

BRANDON releases new single Right Back, lead track off debut album Before You Go

February 20, 2025

  Brandon, the project of Brandon Joseph is sure to appeal to a variety of music lovers. His music brings together everything from soul, R&B, alternative and pop. All the while creating his own signature sound.  Brandon has just released his new song, Right Back which is off his upcoming debut album, Before You Go which is set for a May 9th release via Secretly Canadian. About the track “Right Back” reflects on a cycle Brandon has found himself in before—running toward something he knows will hurt because for a moment, it feels like home. “It explores the complexity of addictive love, and how love can be so blinding,” he says of the track. “Likening someone to cyanide, a poison, BUT still throwing yourself at them, thinking it’ll work out. It’s an intense, internal struggle. And no matter how hard you try not to, you keep running right back to them.” Check out the new song and video here:     Tracklist: 01 – You Look Like Love 02 – Right Back 03 – Serotonin 04 [Read More]

alt rock

Alternative rockers Atomic Life release video for Strippers Anonymous

February 20, 2025

  Alternative rockers Atomic Life have just released the music video for their track Strippers Anonymous. The track is an infectious sultry track that will have you hooked from the first listen. The video was directed by Tom Flynn. The band comments about the video, The director Tom Flynn picked up a massive spotlight to create a really focused, edgy look with the feel of a live show. We went with it. We wanted to try something unique for “Strippers Anonymous” and one take later, we had our video. It really captures the essence of the songs energy. Check out the video here:   About the Band Atomic Life is a New York-based alternative rock band featuring drummer Billy Rymer (The Dillinger Escape Plan), guitarist Cody Hosza (Glassjaw), and bassist Michael Sadis (The Rivalry). The band is fronted by Adea Frances, a dynamic newcomer to the scene—an innovative, multi-disciplined performance artist who pairs high-energy songs with striking vocals and surreal, thought-provoking lyrics.   Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up  to [Read More]

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Pretty Jane Lights Up Café du Nord with an Electrifying Set

Detroit-born and Nashville-based Pretty Jane, the trio of  Trevor Dalrymple [vocals], Luca DiVergilio [bass], and Ethan Strain [lead guitar] made a lasting impression at Café du Nord in San Francisco, delivering a high-energy set that [Read More]