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Spiritbox release beautiful acoustic version of their hit song “Constance (Acoustic)”

July 27, 2021

Spiritbox, one of this year’s hottest and fastest rising bands, have today announced the release of “Constance (Acoustic)”, a stunning and beautiful acoustic version of their 2020 hit “Constance”. The reimagined version of the song was recorded in a church with accompaniment from a string trio earlier this year in conjunction with The Grammy Museum COLLECTION:live in partnership with BMG. Watch the full performance and an interview here. Here’s the accompanying visualizer: Speaking on the process of reimagining the track for an acoustic session, Spiritbox guitarist, Mike Stringer, shares “This live version of Constance was a very ambitious project for us. Before we left to start recording Eternal Blue, I had a rough demo of an acoustic version of Constance written. While we were tracking the album, the Grammy Museum asked us if we’d want to contribute to their “Collection:Live” series with a live acoustic/stringed composition of the song. Of course this was a huge honor for us and something we couldn’t turn down, but it posed a challenge as we were recording in the [Read More]

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Young Culture shares new single “Singlemindedteens”

July 25, 2021

Three-piece alternative rock band Young Culture is back and ready for summer with their new feel-good EP, “Godspeed”. The band has recently shared another single, “Simplemindedteens”. “Godspeed” is set to be released on July 30th via Rude and Equal Vision Records and is available for pre-order here. For more information, please visit: http://www.youngcultureny.com “’Simplemindedteens’ is an ode to the days when we were growing up”, the band shares. “Learning how to be yourself and discovering new things. Friends, drugs, relationships, memories and mistakes. Everything you’re not so sure you want to tell your future kids about”. They continue: “At times when you’re growing up, things can feel negative. But it feels good to look back at your life in a positive light. Embrace the things you’ve done that make you who you are today. We focused a lot on the acoustic guitar, and swing feel that the song has. Something to sound light and fun”. After spending nearly every Sunday during the pandemic brainstorming and writing together, childhood friends Alex Magnan (vocals), Gabe Pietrafesa (guitar), [Read More]

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Quicksand release new single “Brushed”

July 25, 2021

Post-hardcore band Quicksand from NYC announce the release of their 4th studio album “Distant Populations” for August 13th via Epitaph. Recorded at Studio 4 Recording in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, “Distant Populations” was produced by Will Yip (The Menzingers, Code Orange, Defeater) and mixed by Josh Wilbur (Lamb Of God, Megadeth, Avenged Sevenfold). The album is the successor of the 2017 record “Interiors”. Soundwise it has a punchier, faster sound than its predecessor. “Everyone is connected to each other so much on the one side and so distant on the other side”, says frontman Walter Schreifels, “We check the social media of others and know what everyone is doing. But when we sit together in a room, we look at our phones”, he adds and points out the sad irony of it all.  With “Brushed” the band released another song from their upcoming album. “Distant Populations” will be released digitally on August 13th. Physical copies will be available September 24th through Epitaph. The album can be pre-ordered here. For more information on the band, follow their social [Read More]

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Defences – new single “Say It” out now!

June 29, 2021

Alternative-metal formation Defences released their new single “Say It” yesterday. The band already has club-headliner status in the UK and looks back on tours with Our Last Night, Mallory Knox and Our Hollow, Our Home. They will also be playing on next years Download festival. Check out the new song/video: “Say It” was created in cooperation with producer Daniel Kerr. Frontwoman Cherry and her co-singer Will on the new song: “The most confrontational Defences song yet. The cards are on the table. It’s anger and it isn’t shy about it – honest anger, disappointment in something, someone or even in yourself.“ – Cherry / Vocals “‘Say It’ is aimed at the people who try to bring you down from your passion. It is quite poignant for myself having had to deal with constant blows to my musical self-esteem in the past. This song is directed to all those who’ve wasted time or made me lose sight of my passion for music in the past and question my abilities, as we often do to ourselves from [Read More]

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Sincere Engineer release new single “Come Out For A Spell” and announce album release date

May 10, 2021

Sincere Engineer has announced details on “Bless My Psyche”, their new album out September 10, 2021 via Hopeless Records. The album is now available for pre-order. The band has also released a new song and music video for “Come Out For A Spell”, which fans can stream and watch now. Sincere Engineer previously released songs and music videos for “Trust Me”, “Tourniquet”, and “Out of Reach” which are out now. Recorded in their hometown of Chicago, with long-time collaborator/producer, Matt Jordan, “Bless My Psyche” is the follow up to 2017’s “Rhombithian”, and continues to juxtapose hopeful expectations and the disappointment of reality through wry and witty lyrics and catchy indie punk. “I think my music is relatable and I hope it makes people feel like they’re not alone” shares singer, Deanna Belos: “I do it because it’s fun and I don’t want to do anything else”. Sincere Engineer is the band for everyone that’s ever felt like quitting but gets through it anyway. It’s for everyone that has had big dreams and has felt disillusioned [Read More]

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Spotlight Band: Check out the debut release from new band The Pride

November 18, 2020

  Shining in the spotlight is the alternative rock band, The Pride and their debut single, Over Myself. The infectious new track is off their upcoming EP, Too Damn Late.  due out in early December 2020. About the band: The Pride is composed of Daniel McGuffey on vocals, Ryan Hudson on guitar and vocals and Justin Emord on bass, both of the famed LA band, Love and A .38. Rounding out the rhythm is Brian Sheahan of St. Louis punk band, BAMF on drums. The Pride’s fast, melodic rock is influenced by artists like The Wildhearts and Cheap Trick, both known for their mixture of pop sensibilities, raw guitars, and driving tempos. Daniel leans into simple song structures, major keys, and upbeat, sing-along choruses to compliment his introspective lyrics, while Ryan’s vocal harmonies and riff-heavy guitar playing introduce grit and depth to each song. Thematically, The Pride’s music deals with heartbreak, addiction and recovery, anxiety and depression and resentment with an emphasis on admitting fault, taking responsibility and trudging forward. Daniel’s lyrics are influenced heavily by [Read More]

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Shining the spotlight on Dez Money and his new release I’ll Be There For You

October 15, 2020

We are ready to shine the spotlight on Dez Money as he releases lyric video for his infectious new track, I’ll Be There For You. Dez is a Los Angeles based singer/songwriter and musician who has been surrounded by music his whole life, being the son of the iconic rocker, Eddie Money. We had the great opportunity to catch Dez play with Eddie in his band several years ago. During those shows, Dez opened up and played some of his own music and we were instantly drawn to his style.  His music brings to life an indie/alternative rock vibe, complete with compelling lyrics and emotionally driven vocals.  Check out his new track here: https://youtu.be/8hK54SQwYJw Make sure to visit the social media sites and stay up to date on his latest news. Information & Links Website: https://www.dezmoney.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dezmoneymusic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dezmoneymusic