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Instrumental Alternative band NANAKI release new album, Decline and Dislocation

May 4, 2018

Industrial alternative band NANAKI have released their new album, Decline and Dislocation. The album can be downloaded on a name-your-price basis now from https://nanaki.bandcamp.com/album/decline-dislocation. It is also available on CD which comes with three extra tracks, two of which have never been previously released.  Their music which delivers a style of shoegaze art-rock, carrying with it a depth of colors and tones that come alive with the music. When the world around you is bustling by and you can’t seem to even catch a breath, it’s time for you to sit back and play some NANAKI. Recorded during the same sessions that yielded previous album ‘Epilogue’, ‘Decline & Dislocation’ is nonetheless a different record, with its own personality.  There is a greater variety of instrumentation here, with glockenspiel, organ, piano and flute sounds joining the foundation of guitar, bass and drums on a number of tracks, including de-facto single ‘The Days Go By’ (which has a video filmed and directed by Michael’s Postcode bandmate Marie Reynolds in her video-making debut).   Check out the video for The Days Go [Read More]

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Spotlight Artist: Theda captures a depth of emotion with her vocals, check out new video

March 24, 2018

Time to shine the spotlight on the talented artist Theda from Long Island, New York. Theda‘s heartfelt vocals captures a depth of emotion as she bares her soul with raw and honest emotion. She has released a video for her in-studio performance of her new song, Out of Sight Out of Mind. Check out the video here: Theda is set to release an album later this year and we can’t wait to hear more. Her talent as a songwriter is highlighted with her engaging lyrics that transport the listener on an emotional journey. Make sure to visit her social media sites and stay up to date on her latest news. Information & Links: Website: https://www.theda-music.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedasmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theda.music/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theda_music Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/theda-music

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The Fratellis 5th album In Your Own Sweet Time is out now!

March 16, 2018

Today is the release of The Fratellis fifth album, In Your Own Sweet Time. The album features previous hit singles “Stand Up Tragedy” and “Starcrossed Losers”  and was produced by six-time Grammy and Mercury-nominated American producer Tony Hoffer (Beck, The Kooks, M83, Belle & Sebastian). Check out the track listing: 1. Stand Up Tragedy2. Starcrossed Losers3. Sugartown4. Told You So5. The Next Time We Wed6. I’ve Been Blind7. Laughing Gas8. Advaita Shuffle9. I Guess… I Suppose…10. Indestructible11. I Am That The band will be heading out on tour in April in support of the new album and the shows will not only feature their new expansive material but their fan favorites and trademark hits. Check the tour dates below: April 26  Vancouver BC @ Commodore Ballroom April 27 Seattle WA @ The Showbox April 28 Portland OR @ Roseland Theater April 30 San Francisco CA @ The Fillmore May 1 Los Angeles CA @ Belasco Theater May 2 Santa Ana CA @ The Observatory May 4 San Diego CA @ The Observatory North Park May 5 Phoenix AZ @ Crescent Ballroom May 7 Salt Lake City UT @ The Complex May 8 Denver CO @ Bluebird Theater May 10 Minneapolis MN @ First Avenue May 11 Chicago IL @ Metro May 12 Toronto ON @ Danforth Music Hall May 14 Detroit MI @ Majestic Theatre May 15 Philadelphia PA @ Theatre of Living Arts [Read More]

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Check out indie alt-pop artist Dutch Party and their new track Blade Runner

August 9, 2017

Dutch Party is the creative indie alt-pop creation by Ken Franklin.Dutch Party have just released their new track Blade Runner. The infectious track is the first song of their upcoming EP Combat Pop. The self-produced EP is set to release this fall. Take a listen here: [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/336874488″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]   About Dutch Party: Originally hailing from Twin Peaks in San Francisco, Ken Franklin started writing and recording music after he discovered a recording booth in a small closet beneath the stairs of his parents house, that had been hidden for decades behind a wall of boxes. Inside was a reel-to-reel tape machine, an echo box, and two guitars which Franklin soon used to experiment with different sounds and sonic textures to create his own songs. After moving to LA, Ken started indie alt pop band, Dutch Party, while living in Echo Park with the intent of adding more subversion to the American airwaves. Dutch Party creates music affectionately referred to as “pop with a purpose”.  The band has quickly found success with placements [Read More]

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Death Valley Dreams deliver dose of indie alt rock with their track When We Were Young

August 3, 2017

The 90’s were a melting pot of music and I was quickly sampling all the different styles of music; grunge, new wave, goth, alternative, ska, hair metal and more.  One thing was certain, I was drawn to the magic of new wave and alternative music. With synth vibes and catchy melodies that would wrap around brooding or dark lyrics, you couldn’t contain your exhilaration as the music would take over your senses. Death Valley Dreams have grabbed my attention with their track, When We Were Young. Their music will take you back to the fun easy-listening days of the 90’s where new wave and alternative music were thriving. It is a nod to the nostalgic youth of the 90’s yet carries its own modern flair that is perfect for today’s music scene.  It is one track that hooks you in and gets you wanting more Death Valley Dreams.  Check out the song below: The song is off their album, Lust In The Modern World which was released in June 2016. Pick up the album on iTunes here: [Read More]

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Spotlight shines on Bonelang for their celestial new video, Mushroom Moon

July 11, 2017

The spotlight is shining on Bonelang as they release a celestial powerful new music video for Mushroom Moon. The alternative duo have successfully delivered a fusion of hip-hop, soulful lyrics, electronic and alt-rock. The break-up style song captures a depth of emotion and a raw honest vulnerability can be felt with each spoken word. You can’t help but be drawn to this genre-defying track. Samy Language comments about the song, “‘Mushroom Moon’ is a breakup song. It started as a deep house track but after three years of molding, it has turned into what you are hearing in this video. Everyone knows heartache and how all-consuming it can feel. Here, these elemental emotions are placed in a cosmic yet intimate setting. Common wisdom will tell you that the vastness of space would seem to make us insignificant in comparison; perhaps instead the fact that we’re the only known entities capable of such breathtaking sorrow makes our small corner of the universe the most remarkable. Our intent in one sentence would be to establish purpose behind [Read More]

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Catch RAVEN BLACK out on their Hex O’Clock Tour

July 3, 2017

Alternative metal band RAVEN BLACK are hitting the road and I hope they are coming to a venue near you. Now is your chance to catch this impressive band bringing together a blend of metal, rock, alternative and more. Dipped in dark mystery, theatrical debauchery, commanding vocals and infectious melodies! Their tour kicks off on July 8th in Guadalajara, MX, the tour winds through the Midwest and up the East Coast before finishing up in Las Vegas, NV. Check the tour dates below: The Hex O’Clock Tour Dates: 07/08 @ Voodoo Roadhouse Bar – Guadalajara, MX 07/14 @ Jack’s Patio Bar – San Antonio, TX 07/15 @ Dirty 30 – Dallas, TX 07/16 @ Thunder Alley – Oklahoma City, OK 07/17 @ The Riot Room – Kansas City, MO 07/18 @ Phoenix Lounge – Sioux Falls, SD 07/19 @ Lookout Lounge – Omaha, NE 07/20 @ The Back Bar – Janesville, WI 07/21 @ Top Fuel Saloon – Chicago, IL 07/22 @ The Token Lounge – Detroit, MI 07/23 @ MUSIC LYNX (NEW) – Mentor, OH [Read More]