October 2023 | Music Junkie Press

Singer/songwriter Charlotte Cardin coming to the Independent in San Francisco

October 31, 2023

Canadian singer/songwriter Charlotte Cardin will be heading to San Francisco next week. The multi Juno winning artist released her stellar sophomore album 99 Nights and is out on an international tour. We are excited to see that she will be stopping in San Francisco with a show at one of our favorite venues, The Independent. Shows have been selling out fast so you can check the upcoming tour dates for more info on all the tour dates HERE. We will make sure to bring you coverage of the San Francisco date. Check out Next to You here: Make sure to visit the social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news. Information & Links: Website: https://www.charlottecardin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlottecardinofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottecardin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Charlottecardin

Hannah Wicklund releases new track Hell in the Hellway

October 27, 2023

As we get closer to the release of her new album The Prize, Hannah Wicklund has just released the new track Hell in the Hallway. The song is an amazing new track that highlights her powerful vocals. She truly shines with her music and can’t wait for you to check it out: We recently caught Hannah Wicklund open for Devon Gilfillian in San Francisco earlier this week. She wowed the crowd with her solo set and check out some photos from that set: You can pre-order the new album The Prize. Tracklisting for The Prize: “Hell In The Hallway” “Witness” “Hide and Seek” “Lost Love” “Song Bird Sing” “The Prize” “Can’t Get Enough” “Intervention” “Dark Passenger” “Sun To Sun” Make sure to visit social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news and releases. Information & Links: Website: https://www.hannahwicklund.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahwicklundss Twitter: https://twitter.com/hannahwicklund Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahwicklund Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62GZbclGNlKcuW6O7l8TOU?si=7781KVdyTGy9rjDicg1Yug&nd=1

VIDEO: LA songwriter Annie O’Malley release new single

October 27, 2023

Los Angeles based songwriter Annie O’Malley has just released her latest single, Celebrations & Obsessive Thaughts. The track is available today on streaming platforms. The song will be included on her sophomore album which is due out early 2024. The song was was written by Annie O’Malley and produced by Nydge (Mas Tsai, Mothica, Friday Pilots Club). Mixing comes courtesy of mix wizard JJ Catalyst (TYGR TYGR, Dylvn, Hannah Mrozak etc). Check out the new track here: Annie comments, “My sophomore album is just around the corner, and I’m excited to share another single that is by far one of my favorites from the songwriting and production journey this year. As a lot of doors klose, new ones open and I’m thankful for the chance to share this new collection of music with you all.” Make sure to visit the social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news. Information & Links: Website: https://www.annieomalley.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annieomalley/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annieomalleyofficial?lang=en Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/13RHsGNmz7JFvHCQHopA3H?si=fc574225ec7e4120&nd=1

OMD release new LP Bauhaus Staircase + video for Anthropocene

October 27, 2023

Check out the latest news about OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark) releasing their new LP, Bauhaus Staircase. Over the past four decades — give or take a decade break — the illustrious and critically acclaimed Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have sold over 40 million records worldwide, establishing them as electronic synthesiser pioneers and one of Britain’s best-loved pop groups. Their 13 long players include benchmark-raising classics Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (1980), Organisation (1980), Architecture & Morality (1981), and Dazzle Ships (1983). OMD conquered the United States, and yielded the 1986 hit, “If You Leave” from the Pretty In Pink Soundtrack. They have also achieved 12 top 20 hits on the UK Singles Chart, as well as three top 20 hits on the US Billboard Hot 100. Following the celebration of their 40th anniversary last year, now, OMD returns with their first new studio album since 2017’s highly praised The Punishment Of Luxury, a record entitled Bauhaus Staircase, out today via White Noise (through The Orchard). Bauhaus Staircase — introduced this year with singles “Bauhaus Staircase,” “Slow Train,” and “Veruschka” — is regarded as OMD’s most explicitly political record and the crowning achievement of their desire to be both Stockhausen and Abba – [Read More]

AL STAEHELY Releases 180-Gram Vinyl for Somewhere In West Texas

October 27, 2023

Out Now via Quarto Valley Records Top 100 AMA Album ChartNACC #1 Folk AddsTop 10 Roots Music Report Country and Americana/Country Charts Americana singer-songwriter Al Staehely is thrilled to announce the vinyl release of his new album, Somewhere In West Texas. Al says, “This 180 gram hunk of vinyl you hold in your hands, was recorded in a funky, soulful little studio in the Far West, Texas Northern Chihuahuan Desert town of Marfa. The Magic of the almost mile high desert is all around-the landscape-the sky – the air – the people – most certainly the music.” CLICK HERE TO LISTEN A third generation Austinite, Al splits his time between Houston and the Big Bend high desert area of Far West Texas. His album of new music, Somewhere in West Texas, recorded in Marfa, TX, features an all-star lineup of musicians, including Fran Christina (Fabulous Thunderbirds, Bonnie Raitt), Scrappy Jud Newcomb (Ian McLagan, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Patty Griffin, Slaid Cleaves) and Chris Maresh (Eric Johnson, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Raitt, Kenny Wayne Shepherd). Check out Mercy of the Moon: Make sure to visit the [Read More]

Hannah Wicklund lights up the Cafe DuNord with her stellar solo set

October 26, 2023

Last night opening up for Devon Gilfillian on his headlining tour, Hannah Wicklund performed a solo set in San Francisco. Capturing the illustrious singer/songwriter/guitarist Hannah in the intimate setting of the Cafe DuNord was the crowning achievement for a midweek show in the city. She delivered a flawless set that highlighted her passion and dedication in creating musical compositions with lyrics that bring vulnerability as well as empowerment to life. Bravo to this young lady who is a true powerhouse in the music scene today. The set started off with the blistering track On Fire, where you can really hear her guitarwork shine on a Gibson semi-hollow. The tone was impeccable. Hannah performing solo, really allowed us to appreciate every aspect of her performance and be in awe of her stellar guitar playing. She treated the crowd to a couple of her new songs which will be out on her upcoming album, The Prize. You can pre-order the album HERE. Her performance of Songbird Sing was magical and had us in anticipation of the new [Read More]

Avenged Sevenfold teams up with SCUF Gaming to commemorate Life Is But A Dream

October 26, 2023

Check out the latest news from Avenged Sevenfold as they team up with SCUF Gaming! We’re teaming up with SCUF Gaming to commemorate Life Is But A Dream… by dropping a pair of exclusive controller bundles. Each bundle comes with your choice of a SCUF Instinct Pro or SCUF Reflex FPS controller, an exclusive signed 7″ vinyl, a certificate of authenticity, and passionately crafted packaging, all clad in sepia toned ink-sketch Wes Lang album artwork. M. Shadows comments, “Gaming has been an important part of my life ever since my earliest memories. I wanted to partner with SCUF specifically because when you need to do a drop shot or move your hand off the controller, you’re at a disadvantage if you are not using a SCUF controller. It was just essential to us if we were going to compete at the highest level.” We’ve turned on 5 Golden Tickets on select Life Is But A Dream… vinyl which includes the A7X World Exclusive Deluxe Marble Smoke and Sea Blue variants and the Black Ice variant you can only get when you see us on tour. By scanning the NFC tag within the [Read More]