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11/09/2025
Al Pacino, Howard Johnson's, and the Art of the Tribute: NYC songstress Jessie Kilguss unleashes new single.
FOR FANS OF: Aimee Mann, Liz Phair, Sharon Van Etten, PJ Harvey, Lucinda Williams, Mary Margaret O’Hara, Kate Bush, Cat Power
FOR SHARING
'Howard Johnson's' video https://youtu.be/fLhLHwikI6o
Bandcamp https://jessiekilguss.bandcamp.com/track/howard-johnsons
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/5hlL2OILwmR1jGEWf1nBwY
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/album/howard-johnsons-single/1835943336
YouTube
https://youtu.be/1HTCTBoefdk
Soundcloud
https://soundcloud.com/jessiekilguss/howard-johnsons/s-pZ3IkCtVSiS
Tickets - Album Release Show
www.ticketweb.com/event/jessie-kilguss-record-release-berlin-tickets/14524903
"Kilguss artfully pulls us into her wistful nostalgia with a bit of twang and a strummy, well arranged instrumental accompaniment" ~ Guitar World
"Finely-wrought, deep, dark valentine... well-crafted” ~ American Songwriter
“Artfully beautiful, full of radiant harmonics, stylish rhythms, and Jessie Kilguss’ enchantress-like tones. Imaginative and numinous" ~ Seattle Post-Intelligencer
"Fluid and poised. Flawless lyrical and melodic aesthetic relays uncompromising emotion" ~ The Aquarian
NYC singer-songwriter Jessie Kilguss presents her latest single 'Howard Johnson's', previewing her sixth album 'They Have A Howard Johnson's There', with an era-inspired nostalgic video by Deborah Magocsi. This album was engineered, produced, mixed and mastered by Charlie Nieland (Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright, Blondie, Scissor Sisters) at Saturation Point Studios in Brooklyn.
For this single, Kilguss is accompanied by John Kengla (David Byrne, Ben Kweller, Serena Ryder) on guitar, bass and keys, Rob Heath (Madison Square Gardeners, Julia Nunes) on drums and percussion, and Dave Derby (The Dambuilders, Gramercy Arms, Lloyd Cole) and Charlie Nieland on backing vocals. Other tracks on this album features Andrea Longato (Duncan Shiek, Jeremy Jordan, Alphonso Ribeiro), guitarist Kirk Schoenherr (Tegan and Sara, Elle King, Chet Faker), and Rembert Block (Rembert and the Basic Goodness).
"This song originated from some writing I did in a poetry workshop with performance artist Karen Finley. I had seen her read at the fantastic On The Verge Festival, which celebrates women artists of all disciplines at the Wild Project, produced and curated by my friend Heather Litteer. I was drawn to Karen's writing and saw a post of hers on Instagram advertising an online poetry workshop inspired by the movie 'Dog Day Afternoon', as well as dogs in general. I had never taken a poetry workshop before but I am a huge dog lover and thought "what the hell". I like pushing myself out of my comfort zone," says Jessie Kilguss.
"In the movie, Al Pacino is speaking with his lover about what he’ll do to prove his love and he says something like “I’ll charter a plane to Algeria. They have a Howard Johnson’s there”. It stood out to me because it was so ridiculous and also, my father Howard had passed away a month earlier. So the song is a tribute to my father, Howard Kilguss, and is also inspired by 'Dog Day Afternoon'. My father had a deep connection with dogs, so I thought it was even more appropriate to write this song for him".
This offering follows her single 'Too Far From Texas' (a collab with Jim Andralis), 'You're the One' and 'Wuthering Heights'. Kilguss' 2022 album 'What Do Whales Dream About at Night?' LP features drummer Brian Griffin (Patti Smith, Brandi Carlisle, Lana Del Rey), bassist Whynot Jansveld (The Wallflowers, Butch Walker, Sara Bareilles), composer-producer Naren Rauch, and Nathan Schram (Bjork, David Crosby, David Byrne), with whom Kilguss ran the non-profit organization Musicambia.
A former actress, whose acting highlights include 'The Crucible' (with Daniel Day Lewis and Winona Ryder) and the stage production 'As You Like It' (directed by Royal Shakespeare Company founder Sir Peter Hall), Kilguss made songwriting her focus after working with musical heroes Marianne Faithfull and Mary Margaret O'Hara in the Tom Waits / William Burroughs musical 'The Black Rider'.
Apart from writing and performing her own music, Kilguss sings with the Loser’s Lounge, Gramercy Arms, Jim Andralis and the Syntonics and Benjamin Cartel. She's also performed at the Sundance Film Festival and with Freddie Stevenson, touring as support for The Waterboys' European tour. In June 2025, Kilguss was an artist in residence at Fish Factory Creative Center in Stodvarfjordur, Iceland where she wrote 9 new songs.
'Howard Johnson's' is out now, available everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp with the full album to follow on November 14th. Kilguss performs next on September 23rd at New York's 11th Street Bar, together with Rembert Block and Erica Smith. On November 5, Kilguss' Record Release Show is at Berlin Under A, with Life in a Blender and Charlie Nieland, who marks the release of his 'Stories From The Borderlines' album.
TRACK LIST
1. Howard Johnson’s
2. St. Teresa In Ecstasy
3. Fool’s Fight
4. Chasing Down A Ghost
5. Lost Causes
6. Jesus Was A Cross Maker by Judee Sill
ALBUM CREDITS
All songs written by Jessie Kilguss, except 'Jesus Was a Crossmaker' (written by Judee Sill)
Produced, engineered, mixed & mastered by Charlie Nieland at Saturation Point Studios, Brooklyn
Jessie Kilguss - vocals, arrangement
John Kengla – guitar, bass, keys on Howard Johnson’s, Fool’s Fight, Lost Causes, Jesus Was a Cross Maker
Kirk Schoenherr – guitar and keys on Chasing Down a Ghost and St Teresa in Ecstasy
Andrea Longato – guitar on St Teresa in Ecstasy
Rob Heath – Drums and percussion
Rembert Block – Backing vocals on Fool’s Fight, Chasing Down a Ghost and Lost Causes
Dave Derby - Backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Charlie Nieland – bass, violin bow guitar and keys on St Teresa in Ecstasy, Fool's Fight and Lost Causes, backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Single cover photo by Shervin Lainez
Video by Deborah Magocsi
Graphic design by Scott MX Turner
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
Keep up with Jessie Kilguss
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10/09/2025
New album by TORA DAA, Prayer and Pleasure, out 26th September.
Label: TORA DAA Music
Produced by Tora Dahle Aagård and Benjamin Giørtz
Focus Track: My Everything
On 26 September, Norwegian guitar pop sensation Tora Dahle Aagårdand her band TORA DAA will release their long-awaited fourth album Prayer and Pleasure. The album launch will be followed by an extensive tour across Norway and abroad. Celebrated for her catchy songwriting and timeless sound, her style draws comparisons to icons such as Prince, Michael Jackson and John Mayer. Tora and her band has earned acclaim for electrifying and powerful live performances, captivating audiences across Europe with her energetic stage presence.
Earlier this year, Tora was given the honour of composing a commissioned work for one of Norway’s most prestigious music festivals, Trondheim Jazzfest. The work was praised by the critics and subsequently described by the Festival Director as “the best in the festival’s history”. The compositions from the commission constitute the very core of the upcoming album:
“The album is called Prayer and Pleasure because it’s full of contrasts–just like life itself. I’m not religious but I think we all feel the need to ask for help sometimes. Life isn’t easy for all, but we all carry the hope that things will get better. At the same time, life is also filled with joy, delight, and beautiful women–pleasure. I didn’t choose to be a lesbian, but every day I choose to live a queer life. A life that breaks with societal norms. Alife where I can be myself fully every single day, and who ‘I’ am keeps changing. It’s a free life–and for me, freedom is pleasure. I’ve written lyrics about things I’ve never spoken about publicly before. It’s challenging, but it also feels very right.”–Tora comments on the album.
Compared to the previous album Seventeen, this record is rawer and more organic. Tora has chosen to keep several of the recording’s first takes of both vocals and guitar, adding that “I wanted to preserve the honest tones and words that come out the very first time you sing or play a song.”
In recent years, Tora and her band TORA DAA (pronounced “Tora Da”) have gained a strong foothold outside Norway, becoming an established name on the European music scene and continually captivating new audiences–this summer, they performed at one of Romania’s biggest music festivals. Tora is now preparing for the album launch, kicking off with an exclusive release concert in London on 28thSeptember, followed by a European tour in the Spring.
With three critically acclaimed albums and a Spellemann (Norwegian Grammy) nomination behind her, expectations are high as Tora once again shares new music. Audiences have come to expect solid musicianship and playful virtuosity in everything that carries her signature.
Tora’s unparalleled guitar prowess, combined with her charismatic stage presence, has earned rave reviews, position her and her band as a must-see on the global music scene. Grateful Web
Tora has become one of the most revered new players in Europe. Guitar.com
02/09/2025
Luke Morley: Hits and more in September from Thunder mainstay on solo outing.
Luke Morley is undertaking a rare UK solo tour in September 2025, he will be playing those evergreen Thunder hits and more, and all shows will feature special guests Willie Dowling, and Bobbie Dazzle [main support]. Known, of course, as British rock royalty as the co-founder and lead guitarist of Terraplane, and then the mighty Thunder, Luke also founded The Union, and released his third solo album ‘Walking On Water’ to a great reception this year. This year, Luke has also teamed up with Spike and company to both record and perform with The Quireboys. Tickets are available now from https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/luke-morley/
Luke Morley has an incredible catalogue of rock songs, everyone has their favourite: Love Walked In, Backstreet Symphony, Dirty Love, Gimme Some Lovin’, Low Life In High Places, A Better Man, Stand Up, Like A Satellite, In A Broken Dream. Luke and Thunder have shared stages with the biggest bands in the world, headlined festivals, and have released 14 studio albums – with 7 of them going straight into the UK’s Top Ten.
Luke Morley said, “The reaction to the album has been amazing so I can’t wait to get out there and actually perform the tunes in front of an audience. I’ll be throwing in a few highlights from the distant and more recent past so it will definitely be a fun evening! I’m also really pleased to have two really original artists in Bobbie Dazzle and Willie Dowling joining me. Don’t miss it!”
These dates are a great chance to witness one of rock’s brightest and most enduring talents showcasing an amazing and durable catalogue of classics.
SEPTEMBER 2025
10th Birmingham / Glee Club
11th Manchester / RNCM Concert Hall
12th Glasgow / St. Luke’s
14th Sunderland / The Fire Station
15th Leeds / City Varieties
16th Bristol / St. George’s
17th Brighton / The Old Market
19th London / Bloomsbury Theatre
https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/luke-morley/
Massimo Silverio - New album 'Surtùm' out on 10 October - Hear new track 'Zoja'
Massimo Silverio has announced the release of his new album 'Surtùm' on 10th October via Okum and has shared new single 'Zoja'.
Massimo Silverio stands as one of the most distinctive voices of the new Italian music scene, carving a unique niche within the independent landscape with an unconventional and avant-garde style, deeply rooted in the folklore of the mountainous region of Carnia, in the North East of Italy. As with his previous work, Surtùm is sung in Silverio’s native tongue, Carnic.
Zoja, the new single, means funeral wreath, an object and symbol that signifies a new end and a new beginning. He explains: "I have tried to sing for something, for life and for death. Zoja, for me, is a cycle that closes in a symbol".
LISTEN TO 'ZOJA' HERE
'Surtùm' arrives two years after 'Hrudja' (2023), the album that established Silverio as the Italian artist to watch in 2025. His unmistakable style blends folklore and songwriting in a daring mix that recalls the poetics and atmospheres of David Sylvian, Anna von Hausswolff, the monumental arrangements of Swans, and the electro-acoustic minimalism of Massive Attack’s Mezzanine.
Produced by Manuel Volpe, Surtùm was written by Silverio and arranged together with Nicolas Remondino and Volpe, his trusted collaborators on 'Hrudja'. The record features contributions from Mirko Cisillino (C’mon Tigre) on horn and tuba, Flavia Massimo (Teho Teardo) on cello, Benedetta Fabbri on violin, and Martin Mayers on alphorn. It represents a new step in the Friulian artist’s evolution, born of the deep musical bond developed with his trio over years of touring.
Massimo explains: “I asked myself: where does memory reside? This question led me to seek the point where the real and the metaphysical touch, where they meet. A place where I imagine every action, every gesture, deposits itself once its echo fades into silence. Perhaps the access to this place lies on our very skin, in landscapes, homes, woods, meadows or mountains – or wherever they come into contact with our hearts and souls.”
'Surtùm' is a journey of peace and grace, a slow descent into the darker nature of humankind. It is an album in which Silverio seeks to exorcise the violent and hateful times we live in.
“Especially in moments like these,” he reflects, “we must send messages of brotherhood – prayers that transcend all creeds and religions, except those of common humanity and love for nature. For those of us who live in the world’s more fortunate, less openly violent regions, the only true alternative left is to try to live (and die) with genuine meaning. To reweave the sense of existence. And we must keep faith in this search.”
In Carnic, Surtùm translates as “swamp” or “marshy meadow.” In the context of the album, it is a place where songs and prayers – our own or those of others – can settle. Silverio sums up the essence of the record in his own words: “While existence today seems to stagnate in a murky frenzy of sterility, a swamp is a place of both life and death: of transition, transformation, rebirth. A symbol of the threshold between reality and what lies beyond, between life and death, two worlds. I think of moisture as a fresh emanation of life, like the wind after heavy rain. I think of it as a sacred ‘place’ that is disappearing. And I wonder: is our ability to be clothed in memory also vanishing? Then I am left with one image: a song, a prayer that might rest upon things like frost. Like dew. Perhaps that’s why there is so much humidity in this record – from the spring (Avenâl), essence and soul of an awaited love flowing through the body of a tree, to the womb (Grim), a prayer to water to return as the womb of us all. All of us, none excluded.
There is also peat, murk, suffocation. Earth, moss, a flame burning amid the vapours, like vespers for this empty communication. The greed of the first (Prin) phenomenon, a solitary chant singing itself. A chant as a funeral garland (Zoja), a chant for those who are gone (Vàre), a chant for all those suffering (Ghirbe). A chant for this amputated world (Sorgjâl). When words are gone, only a mute book remains. When the book is consumed, what remains? When the living song, never written, is gone, what remains? A search, an attempt at contact with that place where our legacy might settle, transform, be reborn. One tries – even by letting go of control – but always hoping to leave at least a little good behind.”
ABOUT MASSIMO SILVERIO:
Massimo writes and sings primarily in his native language, Carnic—an ancient variant of the Friulian language. His music employs a deeply personal idiom made of poetry and sound, blending folk and art music, classical and contemporary, the tangible and the hidden. It conjures an imaginative world of places, souls and plants, faces and ancient rituals.
In 2023, Silverio released his debut album Hrudja on Okum Produzioni. The record was met with enthusiastic acclaim both in Italy and abroad, receiving coverage from Mojo, Clash, Rolling Stone, Rumore as well as airplay from Kevin Cole (KEXP), Iggy Pop (BBC6), Fip Radio France, and Radio Rai/Capital. Featured in numerous “Best of 2024” lists, Hrudjawas also shortlisted for the 2024 Targa Tenco Award as “Best Album in Dialect.” The Hrudja tour saw Silverio and his trio perform at major festivals and venues including Jazz Is Dead, Fias (Madrid), Locus Festival, No Borders, Import Export (Munich), Linecheck, Sopravento (curated by Colapesce and Dimartino), Opera Festival, and Paesaggi Sonori.
LISTEN TO PREVIOUS SINGLE 'SORGJÂL' HERE
PRE-ORDER 'SURTÙM' HERE
PRAISES FOR DEBUT ALBUM 'HRUDJA'
"The music is striking, its light and shade closely intertwined; classical instruments, distorted and prepared, so you are often left guessing at the provenance of the sound as the performers create a rounded, believable world of uncanny and unsettling emotions" ★★★★ MOJO
"A body of work that is beautifully considered and strikes an impassioned, timeless sincerity” 8/10 Clash
"‘Hrudja’ emerges as a testament to his ability to convey universal stories through the lens of a minority language, creating an experience that resonates beyond cultural boundaries” Electronica
"These songs create a beautiful world to spend time in, and the unconventional but sensitive arrangements combined with Massimo Silverio’s heavenly voice make this a likely contender for one of my albums of the year” Joyzine
"Silverio managed to pack his roots into a self-sufficient offering, gracefully soaring on the verge of old traditions and contemporary sonics… Massimo adopts a modern approach to build a bridge between modernity and antiquity, trends and traditions, entertainment and drama, hopefulness and darkness” Northern Transmissions
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www.tiktok.com/@massimosilverio
06/08/2025
FM release new single "Don't Call It Love" ahead of "Brotherhood" September 2025 UK Tour.
FM (L-R): Merv Goldsworthy, Pete Jupp, Steve Overland, Jim Kirkpatrick, Jem Davis.
Photo Credit: © Paul Stuart Hollingsworth
FM
NEW SINGLE: "DON'T CALL IT LOVE"
RELEASED WEDNESDAY 6 AUGUST 2025
WATCH MUSIC VIDEO
NEW ALBUM: "BROTHERHOOD"
RELEASED FRIDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2025
PRE-SAVE ALBUM
SEPTEMBER 2025 UK TOUR
TICKETS: THEGIGCARTEL.COM
British melodic rock legends FM are pleased to announce the release of “Don’t Call It Love,” the second single taken from their highly anticipated 15th studio album Brotherhood. Released Wednesday 6th August, the new single is a compelling rock anthem tailor-made for rock radio. Watch the official music video on YouTube HERE.
Released by Frontiers Music Srl on Friday 5 September, FM’s Brotherhood album is available to pre-save digitally, and pre-order on CD and vinyl from https://ffm.to/fmbrotherhood.
“Don't Call It Love is an up-tempo old-school AOR track with a very 80s feel,” says FM’s founding member and bassist, Merv Goldsworthy. “It was one of the last songs written and recorded for the Brotherhood album. It’s a definite candidate for the live set and rock radio.”
It’s no surprise that FM’s Brotherhood album continues to showcase their signature blend of hook-laden AOR and blues-tinged hard rock that solidifies their status as masters of the genre.
To promote Brotherhood, FM will tour the UK in September 2025 with 14 confirmed shows, followed by European dates in early 2026. Tickets are available from The Gig Cartel and FM’s official website.
Brotherhood showcases a band at the top of their game, with highlights including the infectious anthem "Living on the Run", the anthemic rocker “Don’t Call It Love”, the punchy and powerful "Coming For You", and the emotionally charged "Time Waits For No One" – all tracks that echo the spirit and melodic strength of FM’s early classics, while being unmistakably fresh and vibrant.
The opening track, "Do You Mean It", brings a bluesy, soulful vibe that echoes the Doobie Brothers’ classic “Takin’ It To The Streets” sound, setting the tone for the album. Brotherhood also features one of FM’s most powerful ballads to date, "Just Walk Away" – a beautifully emotional song that highlights the band's mastery of melodic rock. Wrapping up the album is "The Enemy Within", a track that introduces exciting new sonic ideas while retaining the powerful and melodic qualities FM fans love.
Supporting vocals from a female guest choir add warmth and dynamic depth to "Do You Mean It" and "Just Walk Away", perfectly complementing Steve Overland’s consistently exceptional lead vocals.
Formed in the 80's by the Overland brothers, FM are one of the UK's seminal and respected rock bands. The new album was recorded by FM’s long-standing and beloved line-up including founding members Steve Overland, Merv Goldsworthy, and Pete Jupp, alongside keyboard player Jem Davis and guitarist Jim Kirkpatrick.
Album Track Listing
Do You Mean It (3.54)
Living On The Run (4.19)
Coming For You (4.11)
Raised On The Wrong Side (4.50)
Love Comes To All (3.51)
Just Walk Away (6.08)
Don’t Call It Love (5.00)
Time Waits For No One (4.59)
Because Of You (4.47)
Chasing Freedom (4.47)
The Enemy Within (5.48)
Band Line-up
Steve Overland – Vocals, guitar
Merv Goldsworthy – Bass
Pete Jupp – Drums
Jem Davis – Keyboards
Jim Kirkpatrick – Guitars
Production Credits
Produced by FM
Studios: Tremelo Studios, West3 Productions, The Seldom inn, JK Studios, Electric Pepperland
Recorded by Pete Jupp
Mixed by Jeff Knowler
Mastered by Jim Griffiths at Principal Audio
Backing vocals on “Do You Mean It” and “Just Walk Away by Sonia Jones and Jade Morgan
FM
“BROTHERHOOD”
SEPTEMBER 2025 UK TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM
THEGIGCARTEL.COM & FMOFFICIAL.COM
SPECIAL GUESTS:
*BRAVE RIVAL, **ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM,
***JACK J HUTCHINSON
Grimsby Docks Academy
Thursday 4 September
***Special Guest: Jack J Hutchinson
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
The Church, King Edward St, Grimsby DN31 3JD
https://docksacademy.com
Barnsley Birdwell Venue
Friday 5 September
***Special Guest: Jack J Hutchinson
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Sheffield Rd, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5UY
https://birdwellvenue.com
Edinburgh Liquid Rooms
Saturday 6 September
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
9C Victoria St, Edinburgh, EH1 2HE
www.facebook.com/TheLiquidRooms
Newcastle Wylam Brewery
Sunday 7 September
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel & Ticketweb
Palace of Arts Exhibition Park, Claremont Rd,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PZ
www.wylambrewery.co.uk/events
Bristol Fleece
Thursday 11 September
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
2 St Thomas St, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6JJ
https://thefleece.co.uk
Cardiff Globe
Friday 12 September
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
125 Albany Rd, Cardiff, CF24 3NS
www.globecardiff.co.uk
Gloucester Guildhall
Saturday 13 September
***Special Guest: Jack J Hutchinson
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
23 Eastgate St, Gloucester, GL1 1NS
www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
Colchester Arts Centre
Sunday 14 September
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NF
www.colchesterartscentre.com
London O2 Academy Islington
Thursday 18 September
**Special Guest: Rosalie Cunningham
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
20-22 Highbury Corner, London, N5 1RD
www.thegarage.london
Wolverhampton KK’s Steel Mill
Friday 19 September
**Special Guest: Rosalie Cunningham
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Starworks Warehouse, Frederick Street, WV2 4DU
www.kkssteelmill.co.uk
Manchester Club Academy
Saturday 20 September
**Special Guest: Rosalie Cunningham
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR
www.manchesteracademy.net
Leeds Old Woollen
Sunday 21 September
**Special Guest: Rosalie Cunningham
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Sunnybank Mills, 83 85 Town St, Leeds, LS28 5UJ
https://oldwoollen.co.uk/home
Chester Live Rooms
Saturday 27 September
***Special Guest: Jack J Hutchinson
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
1 Station Road, Chester, CH1 3DR
www.theliverooms.com
Southend Chinnerys
Sunday 28 September 2025
*Special Guest: Brave Rival
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
21-22 Marine Parade, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2EJ
www.chinnerys.co.uk
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25/06/2025
Beauty In Chaos shares 'Made of Rain (Almost Acoustic)' ft. Ashton Nyte & Whitney Tai.
FOR FANS OF: The Mission, The Awakening, Mark Lanegan, The Church, Robbie Robertson, Tindersticks, Nick Cave, Leonard Cohen
FOR SHARING
'Made of Rain (Almost Acoustic)' video https://youtu.be/lnExv-A1iWE
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/7gsxVQTHXCsZGaJdUGPU6V
‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’ deluxe double CD
www.beautyinchaosmusic.com/music-store/signs-in-the-heavens-cd
Bandcamp https://beautyinchaos.bandcamp.com/album/signs-in-the-heavens-reality-upside-down
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/28qRoyMzRNvFm5btSiQKmH
‘Hollow’ ft. Cynthia Isabella video
https://youtu.be/27xNpjshRx0
'Children of the Revolution / Open Your Eyes' video https://youtu.be/MAqCAZfOC5M
'Dancing With Angels' album (CD, vinyl, digital) www.beautyinchaosmusic.com/music-store
Bandcamp https://beautyinchaos.bandcamp.com/album/dancing-with-angels
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/2N5m8zehXZLG8cDIDLwBN7
"Stunning musical and, in particular, six-string intricacy... layers of lush, ringing, occasionally grimy and often heavily effected guitars" ~ Guitar World
"Guitarist Michael Ciravolo assembled an all-star cast for his moody hard-hitting album... Intense" ~ Rolling Stone
"Hauntingly heavy and beautiful" – LA Weekly
"A dream team of musicians, taking us on a sonic journey that blends haunting melodies with crushing riffs. Catchy hooks, superb melodicism" ~ The Spill Magazine
The ever-evolving, always revolving, world-wide entity known as Beauty In Chaos presents the latest offering from their latest album ‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’, recently released via 33.3 Music Collective. 'Made Of Rain (Almost Acoustic)' features BIC alumni Ashton Nyte and Whitney Tai.
Based in Los Angeles, Beauty In Chaos formed in 2018 by guitarist Michael Ciravolo (formerly of Human Drama and Gene Loves Jezebel and current President of Schecter Guitars) with Grammy-nominated producer Michael Rozon (Ministry, Jarboe, Wayne Hussey, The Melvins), who also mixed and co-produced Ministry’s new ‘Squirrelly Years Revisited’ album.
In following with BIC's modus operandi, ‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’ is a supersized 29-track Limited Edition double-CD, featuring re-envisioned versions of tracks from their fourth studio release, 'Dancing With Angels', in addition to two bonus tracks ('Children Of The Revolution' featuring Ministry’s Al Jourgensen and 'Open Your Eyes', paying homage to T.Rex / Marc Bolan and The Lords of the New Church, respectively).
“I absolutely love that we are able to create these ‘stripped-down’ versions of some of our songs, and more so, just how well these are received by our loyal BIC Family! The original version is very special and is probably my favorite song on ‘Dancing With Angels’, but there is also something really beautiful about this ‘almost acoustic’ version," says BIC curator Michael Ciravolo.
"Ashton and Whitney’s ‘duet’ is simply stunning, their voices totally complimenting each other. I love the track’s minimalistic approach, highlighted by Michael Rozon’s haunting pedal steel and BIC newcomer Heather Lockie’s tasteful violin. Tish’s rock-solid acoustic bass and my quasi ‘pink floyd’ inspired guitar lines support, without distracting, letting Ashton’s words and melody take the starring role!”
This new stunning rendition offers a delicate and emotional take on the song’s original version (the closing track on 'Dancing With Angels'). Directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films), the warm endearing video was filmed by Fernando Cordero and edited by Ryan Conlon. Michael Ciravolo shares “As always, we strive to make the new video drastically different from its predecessor, and the simple ‘lounge’ setting seemed fitting for this intimate track, certainly a polar opposite to the bombastic sonic and visual overload of “Hollow”, and as usual, Vicente helped bring this vision to life!”
"'Made Of Rain' is a song of hope. It is about getting up and trying again despite the scars life can leave. This "almost acoustic version" is very dear to me. I love the organic elements present: the pedal steel, violin, and, of course, Whitney Tai's beautiful, ethereal voice elevate this piece, making it something transcendental. Similarly, the video shoot was an almost spiritual experience. A celebration of friends and art. What more can you ask for?” asks Ashton Nyte of The Awakening, who will soon tour Europe in support of the band's self-titled album.
“Made Of Rain” is a warm amber glow in a velveteen speakeasy where tales of folk and longing send a message from the beyond. There’s a wisdom and a patience in Ashton’s voice. His lyrics swarmed in the magic of Beauty In Chaos’ production for the acoustic version hits different. Doing this duet with Ashton is a dream, as he is someone with the vocal tenacity of the wisest tree in the forest. Together, it felt like we planted wildflowers in a gentle field. What made this collab special for me apart from the music is the friendship that Michael, Ashton and I share. We are family and making art with feeling is at the forefront of our passions," says Whitney Tai, who appears on many BIC tracks. Her latest single 'Slumber Party' is out now, previewing her third full-length album 'American Wasteland' (out in September).
Beauty In Chaos also recently shared ‘Hollow’ (Crimson Cupid Mix)’ featuring Cynthia Isabella (of Silence In The Snow and Lost Gems). Past BIC releases involve members of The Cure, Ministry, Cheap Trick, The Offspring, Gene Loves Jezebel, Marilyn Manson, Human Drama, Bauhaus, Nine Inch Nails, Van Halen, A Flock of Seagulls, dUg Pinnick, ICE-T, Rolan Bolan, and Zakk Wylde.
'Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down' is out now, available as a Limited Edition Double CD from the Beauty In Chaos store, on CD and and also digitally – get it from the Beauty In Chaos store or on Bandcamp.
CREDITS
‘Made Of Rain’ written by Ashton Nyte, Michael Rozon and Michael Ciravolo
Mixed & produced by Michael Rozon at SAINTinLA
Video directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films)
Filmed by Fernando Cordero (Industrialism Films)
Edited by Ryan Conlon
Lighting by Skum Love
Makeup by Dania Ridgway
"Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down" cover and guitar art by Maren Platzhoff
Thumbnail by GABB
Video features Ashton Nyte (voice & acoustic guitar), Whitney Tai (voice), Michael Ciravolo (electric guitar), Tish Ciravolo (acoustic bass), Michael Rozon (pedal steel), Heather Lockie (violin), Dirk Doucette (percussion) and Taylor Vlasaty (flower girl)
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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John McLaughlin: Returns with “Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 2022”, 8 Aug 2025.
JOHN MCLAUGHLIN
JAZZ PIONEER and earMUSIC ANNOUNCE “LIVE AT MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL 2022”
TO BE RELEASED August 8th, 2025
Formats include Blu-ray+2CD Digipak, 2LP Gatefold, Digital Download
First Single “Abbaji (Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 2022)”Out Now
John McLaughlin makes his return with “Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 2022”.
This essential live album beautifully captures the seamless synergy between John and his longtime band The 4th Dimension on audio and HD video.
On July 11th, 2022, John returned to the Montreux Jazz Festival with The 4th Dimension and award-winning special guest Jany McPherson on piano and vocals. Delivering a masterclass in fusion to the audience of Stravinski Auditorium. Performing favorites such as 'New Blues Old Bruise', 'El Hombre Que Sabia,' as well as Pharoah Sanders’ 'The Creator Has a Master Plan.'
John’s history with the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival spans 52 years as a headlining artist and sometime guest performer. Those who couldn't be there now have the chance to see what they missed. Those who had the honor of being there can relive this monumental performance, available as a Blu-ray+2CD Digipak, 2 LP Gatefold and digital download on August 8th, 2025 worldwide via earMUSIC.
“I've said it many times before - The MJF is the greatest Festival in the world. Having played there since 1971, I'm in a good position to make that statement. The night of this particular recording was no exception and we musicians rose to the occasion. This performance is outstanding for all of us. There was joy, virtuosity, and a fantastic collective experience...“ -John McLaughlin
"Abbaji" by John McLaughlin is a deeply emotional and nostalgic piece, dedicated to the tabla maestro Alla Rakha, also known as "Abbaji." The song is a heartfelt tribute, reflecting McLaughlin's profound respect and admiration for Alla Rakha's contributions to music and his personal influence on McLaughlin's musical journey. The track's meditative atmosphere and rhythms bring a deep sense of nostalgia, making it the perfect first single to commemorate John's 2022 Montreux Jazz Festival performance.
John McLaughlin revolutionized jazz, bringing a fusion of world music, jazz, and blues to the mainstream with his Mahavishnu Orchestra and recordings with Santana and The Rolling Stones as well as his groundbreaking “Live in San Francisco” albums with Ali Di Meola and Paco de Lucia.
Tracklisting (All Formats):
Side A:
1. Introduction (Blu-ray only)
2. Kiki
3. Lock Down Blues
4. The Creator Has a Master Plan
Side B:
5. Hijacked
6. Gaza City
7. Mr. DC
8. Abbaji
Side C:
9. New Blues Old Bruise
10. Here Come the Jiis
11. The Light at the Edge of the World
Side D:
12. Echoes From Then
13. El Hombre Que Sabia
14. Outro (Blu-ray only)
* Blu-ray/download video only
Due To Popular Demand, Ally Venable Upgrades Edinburgh Concert to La Belle Angele.
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, ALLY VENABLE UPGRADES EDINBURGH CONCERT TO LA BELLE ANGELE
OCTOBER 2025 UK TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM ALTTICKETS,
GIGANTIC, AND UNIVERSE.COM
NEW ALBUM – “MONEY & POWER” OUT NOW
AVAILABLE ON VINYL, CD & DIGITAL HERE
“Make no mistake, Ally Venable kicks ass.”
– Fireworks Magazine
“Very few other female modern artists are playing blues rock music
quite like this, and Venable is clearly at the forefront.”
– R’N’R Magazine, 5 Stars
Ally Venable’s new album is a bold, electrifying statement
that cements her status as a blues rock powerhouse.“
– Blues Matters Magazine
Due to overwhelming demand, Texas-based blues rock guitarist Ally Venable’s concert at the Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Wednesday October 15th at has been moved to La Belle Angele. Tickets for the upgraded Edinburgh concert are available HERE.
In addition to the Edinburgh concert, Ally’s other October UK tour dates include Manchester Night & Day (Oct 14), Nottingham Bodega (Oct 16), London Garage (Oct 17), and Sittingbourne, Bourne Music Club (Oct 18).
Tickets for the Manchester, Nottingham and London concerts are available from alltickets.com. Tickets for the Edinburgh concert are available HERE. Tickets for the Sittingbourne are available from Gigantic.com.
Ally’s October 2025 UK tour follows her sixth studio album Money & Power released by Ruf Records on April 18th. The album is available on vinyl, CD and digital HERE.
Watch the official music video for the title track single "Money & Power."
“Money & Power is such a strong statement, especially for women,” says the award-winning Texas gunslinger of her Nashville-recorded album, on which Ally’s crack-squad band is joined by A-lister guests Shemekia Copeland and Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram.
“All the songs on this album showcase the theme of what it truly means to be a force to be reckoned with. I want this record to wake people up,” continues Ally.
Money and power make the world go round. But in the right hands, music can be every bit as potent. Right now, on the heels of 2023’s acclaimed Real Gone – an album that hit #1 on the Billboard Blues Charts and was still in contention a year later – Ally is rated amongst the best young singer-songwriters in American roots, saluted by Total Guitar magazine in its poll of Top 100 Blues Guitarists.
“With her heels, sequins and Les Paul growling on a leash, she’s one of Ruf’s most head-turning young artists,” wrote Classic Rock, “and while the instrumental prowess can be taken as read, Real Gone marks a growing maturity in the Texan’s songcraft.”
In February 2024, with the dust still settling from Real Gone, the Money & Power sessions saw Ally and producer/drummer Tom Hambridge push through the doors of Nashville’s famous Soundstage Studios. And while the studio band was strictly A-list, as always, Ally’s new songs are the real stars. That attitude is palpable on opener “Brown Liquor,” Ally’s battlecry decorated by a stinging guest guitar solo from the Mississippi hotshot Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram.
“Money & Power shouts to the masses,” she explains, “that women are not to be doubted in their ability to thrive in the world.”
Vital right to the end, Money & Power plays out with “Stepping Stone’s” earthy roar of empowerment, the shuddering, spooky, tremolo-soaked groove of “Feel That Sting,” and the dust-blown rocker “Unbreakable,” where Ally goes toe-to-toe with New York powerhouse Shemekia Copeland.
“That song spreads a message of women that have been oppressed,” she says, “to rise to the occasion and break above it all.”
Money & Power is a modern roots record that plays by its own rules and marches to the beat of its own drum. The same could be said for Ally herself. “I’m thrilled to release this album,” she says. “For me, it’s a sonic embodiment of a woman’s unstoppable ambition, and showcases my musicality on all fronts. I’m looking forward to seeing where this one will take me.”
DHP and Friends in association with The Main Thing
ALLY VENABLE
OCTOBER 2025 UK TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM ALTTICKETS
GIGANTIC AND UNIVERSE.COM
MANCHESTER, NIGHT & DAY CAFÉ
TUESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2025
26 Oldham St, Manchester, M1 1JN
https://nightnday.org
EDINBURGH, LA BELLE ANGELE
WEDNESDAY 15 OCTOBER 2025
11 Hastie's Close, Edinburgh, EH1 1JD
https://la-belleangele.com
NOTTINGHAM, THE BODEGA
THURSDAY 16 OCTOBER 2025
23 Pelham St, Nottingham, NG1 2ED
www.bodeganottingham.com
LONDON, THE GARAGE
FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER 2025
20-22 Highbury Corner, London, N5 1RD
www.thegarage.london
SITTINGBOURNE, THE BOURNE MUSIC CLUB
SATURDAY 18 OCTOBER 2025
The Appleyard, Avenue of Remembrance,
Sittingbourne, ME10 4DE
www.thebournemusicclub.co.uk
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