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Holy Wars grabs your attention with powerful music video for Tension/Release

January 10, 2024

One of our favorite bands from Aftershock 2023 was Holy Wars as they captivated the crowd with their high energy set. Los Angeles based duo Holy Wars is comprised of Kat Leon (Vocals) and Nick Perez (Guitars/Production).They are sure to grab your attention with the release of their new powerful music video for their track Tension/Release. The song is from their late 2023 release Cult Classic and the video visuals highlights the suffocating emotional push and pull of coping with grief. About the track “TENSION//RELEASE” highlights the band’s versatility and dynamism when it comes to shifting sonic gears. Nick Perez’s riff lays the soundscape for frontwoman Kat Leon’s deeply personal, evocative lyrics and ferocious, powerhouse vocal delivery that perfectly encapsulates the song’s theme. Speaking on it’s creation, Kat shares “This song is a special one to me. I wanted to close the EP with a slower feel to add some weight and depth to this wild ride of ‘Cult Classic’. “TENSION//RELEASE” brings it back to the beginning of our band when I wrote about grief and life after the [Read More]

Bishop Briggs releases mesmerizing video for captivating new track, Triumph

January 10, 2024

Bishop Briggs has done it again as she delivers an amazing new track, along with a mesmerizing video. Her new song Triumph was released on January 8th and is featured in Honda’s latest ad of “Chasing Greatness”. About the song, The campaign’s 30-second ad leverages visual effects technology to help bring to life various Honda products, per release details. Featured is the new 2024 Ridgeline TrailSport, which is highlighted alongside projections of the 800 hp Baja Ridgeline race truck and several championship-winning Honda dirt bikes in a creative callback to the brand’s off-roading history. Also highlighted in the campaign are the Passport TrailSport and the Pilot TrailSport. Additionally, the spot serves to help launch indie artist Briggs’ new song, “Triumph,” a move that could help the brand tap into the music scene, a popular consumer touchpoint, while amplifying its latest creative. Other singles by the artist include “Wild Horses” and “River,” with the latter having reached the top three on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. Watch the video here: We were able to catch Bishop [Read More]

Asking Alexandria announce US Headlining Spring Tour!

January 10, 2024

Spring 2024 is looking to be an awesome one as Asking Alexandria have announced a return to the US for a headlining spring tour. The tour which is in support of their acclaimed 2023 album, WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? (2023) via Better Noise Music. Titled All My Friends tour which will include 27 dates across the US from April 12th to May 18th. Support will be provided from special guests Memphis May Fire and The Word Alive with opening act Nerv. We are excited to see a Sacramento date and hope to bring you coverage of the show. For tickets, General on sale for tickets begins this Friday, January 12 at 10:00 A.M. local time via ASKING ALEXANDRIA’s website HERE. 4/12 San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theater 4/13 Houston, TX – House of Blues Houston 4/14 New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore New Orleans 4/16 North Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues Myrtle Beach 4/17 Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre 4/19 Tampa, FL – 98Rock Fest ^ 4/20 Orlando, FL – 101 WJRR Earth Day Birthday 2024 ^ 4/21 Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution 4/23 Richmond, VA – The National 4/25 Norfolk, VA [Read More]

Architects release new single and announce US tour

December 5, 2023

Architects released a brand new song yesterday called “Seeing Red”. This single came out of the blue. It already has over 320.000 views on youtube and counting. 2023 was a spectacular year for Architects. Lots of sold-out shows around the globe and a desired support-slot with the mighty Metallica. For 2024 the band already shared several tour dates. A European tour in January/February, another set of dates with Metallica and just recently a US tour in May 2024: Tour dates with Metallica: 24. Mai 2024 – München, Olympiastadion (DE) ) w/ METALLICA 7. Juni 2024 – Helsinki, Olympiastadion Helsinki (FIN) w/ METALLICA 14. Juni 2024 – Kopenhagen, Parken Stadion (DK) w/ METALLICA 21. Juni 2024 – Grafenhainichen, Full Force Festival (DE) 5. Juli 2024 – Warschau, PGE Narodowy (PL) w/ METALLICA 12.07.2024 – Madrid, Estadio Civi Get your tickets HERE. For more information on the bands, check out their social media: https://www.facebook.com/architectsuk https://www.architectsofficial.com/ https://twitter.com/architectsuk https://www.instagram.com/architects/ ~ Alex

Brigitte Calls Me Baby release EP This House is Made of Corners

November 3, 2023

It’s Friday and time for new music for the weekend. I am here to give you the great big gift of killer new tracks, direct from your new favorite band, Brigitte Calls Me Baby. They have just released on ATO Records, their debut EP This House is Made of Corners. The EP was made with nine-time Grammy Award-winning producer Dave Cobb. These 5 songs will have you instantly hooked as it is a true musical gem. Their style is so refreshing and yet nostalgic. The vocals and music bring out hints of Elvis Presley and Morrisey with Arctic Monkeys swagger and vibes, all the while, delivering their own new sound that will find a permanent spot on your playlist. Check out their song Eddie My Love: You can pick up or stream the new EP by heading HERE. We can’t wait to catch them live as they will be opening for The Last Dinner Party on November 6th at the El Rey Theater in Los Angeles. Of course you will also have to [Read More]

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