22/04/2026
OMD: Summer Of Hits @ Dreamland Margate Sat 25 July - Announcing Special Guest Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey.
OMD
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
Summer Of Hits comes to Dreamland Margate Saturday 25th July on the famous Scenic Stage
Announcing Special Guest
Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey
Plus
Peter Hook & The Light
Andrew Cushin
Synth-pop legends Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), are bringing the hits to Dreamland in Margate, so bring your dancing shoes and join them for their Summer Of Hits show, on Saturday 25th July on the famous Scenic Stage. As for those hits, well… announcing themselves with their first singles ‘Electricity’ and ‘Messages’, ‘Enola Gay’ then went Platinum and started quite the run: ‘Souvenir’, ‘Joan Of Arc’, ‘Maid Of Orleans (The Waltz Joan of Arc), ‘Locomotion’, ‘Talking Loud and Clear’, ‘Tesla Girls’, ‘So In Love’, ‘(Forever) Live and Die’, ‘Sailing On The Seven Seas’, ‘Pandora’s Box’, and on.
As the Dreamland show will prove, OMD are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to picking a set list for a show.
OMD’s Andy McCluskey said, “There is no better experience than playing outdoors in the summer. So a concert at the seaside with some of our amazing musical friends is going to be one fantastic party.”
Now, added as special guest to join the previously announced line up, Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey is joining Peter Hook & The Light and Andrew Cushin on the bill in Margate. The Thompson Twins are one of the most iconic bands of the 1980’s - and were a continuous chart presence on both sides of the Atlantic.
Tom Bailey from the band now performs as Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey. At Dreamland he will celebrate the Thompson Twins’ Greatest Hits including ‘Hold Me Now’, ‘Doctor Doctor’, ‘In the Name Of Love’, ‘Love On Your Side’, ‘If You Were Here’, ‘We Are Detective’, ‘Lies’, ‘Lay Your Hands On Me’ and ‘King for A Day’ to name a few.
This Dreamland show is set to be a hit-filled celebration of the best in British popular music!
OMD themselves pioneered their genre, combining massive chart success with experimentation on albums such as “Organisation” (1980) “Architecture and Morality” (1981) and “Dazzle Ships” (1983) which propelled them into the stratosphere and helped shape the musical landscape of the eighties. Celebrating four decades of success, OMD returned in 2023 with their first new studio album since 2017 with “Bauhaus Staircase”, which went to No.2.
OMD have sold over 40 million records worldwide, and their live set is full of energy and loaded with their hits, so don’t miss them at Dreamland!
OMD
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
Summer Of Hits, Dreamland Margate Saturday 25th July on the famous Scenic Stage
Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey
Peter Hook & The Light
Andrew Cushin
17/04/2026
Post Pulse release new single from upcoming album – “Incredible Creatures” showcases the band at their most massive.
Post Pulse release new single from upcoming album – “Incredible Creatures” showcases the band at their most massive
Post Pulse, who will release their third album in May, have unveiled one more single from the upcoming record. ”Incredible Creatures”, the final single from the Lupaus album, presents the band at their very best: the track grooves heavily, sounds massive, and offers strong melodic hooks.
The track is also accompanied by a music video released today.
“'Incredible Creatures' is one of the highlights of the album for me. The song feels especially meaningful, partly because it was still very different just a couple of weeks before we entered the studio. Even though all the elements seemed to be in place during pre-production, the track always felt like it was missing something, and that missing piece was brought in by our bassist Sam Roon during our final rehearsals before the drum recordings. Our drummer Anttoni Välimaa quickly picked up the new patterns, and suddenly an old song felt fresh again. The final result was crowned during the vocal recordings, where Tapani brought entirely new shades to the performance, both in the aggressive and clean parts. This song felt like it knew what it wanted — it revealed itself to us little by little, and we simply followed where it led,” comments the band’s main songwriter and guitarist Antti Karhu.
Post Pulse vocalist Tapani Rantanen found inspiration for the lyrics in the way Antti described the song’s contrasting moods: “Antti told me about a great idea he had, combining beauty and danger within a single character. I really liked the concept, so writing the lyrics based on that idea came very naturally.”
Set for release on May 29, Lupaus is Post Pulse’s third full-length album. It continues the band’s evolution towards a more melodic, hook-driven, and expansive sound.
The album was recorded, mixed, and produced by Juhis Kauppinen, best known as the driving force behind the band Merta.
Founded in 2015, Post Pulse have previously released the debut album Halls of the Damned (2017) and Return to the Halls (2024).
”Incredible Creatures” single:
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Tom Waits + Massive Attack share new song 'Boots on the Ground' - Wait's first original music in 15 years.
TOM WAITS + MASSIVE ATTACK SHARE NEW SONG 'BOOTS ON THE GROUND'
LISTEN HERE
WAITS’ FIRST ORIGINAL MUSIC IN 15 YEARS
Today Massive Attack is sharing their collaboration with Tom Waits, 'Boots on the Ground'. And sadly for all, their song is never more urgent and timely. The song chronicles the madness and rabid abandonment of mankind to the commands of "The Masters of War”, as Dylan put it. It marks Massive Attack's first new music since 2020 and Waits’s first new recording since the 2011 album ‘Bad As Me’.
The song is available today on streaming platforms and will be followed by a 12" vinyl release. The 12” edition features "Boots on the Ground" on Side A, with an exclusively Waits B-side titled "The Fly” - a track featuring Waits’s trademark droll and sardonic spoken word.
LISTEN TO 'BOOTS ON THE GROUND' HERE
WATCH VIDEO HERE
When asked about the collaboration, Waits said:
“One day many years ago, I accepted an invitation from Massive Attack to collaborate. Their long release delay never worried me. Today, as in all of mankind's yesterdays, guarantees this type of song will never go out of style. Man's folly of fiascos is a feast for the flies. Hence, the B side of Massive Attack’s upcoming 12 inch "The Fly" features my appreciation for the winged nuisance."
Massive Attack is embracing an eco-conscious vinyl pressing and packaging process for this record to leave a smaller carbon footprint. This ‘EcoSonic’ edition will be 180g vinyl in colours, red, white and blue, and are packed at random.
Blue October: Video ‘Congratulations’ ft. Imogen Heap; 20th Anniversary of ‘Foiled’ 2026 World Tour.
Blue October
20th Anniversary of ‘Foiled’ celebrated with 2026 World Tour
4 UK dates in June 2026
Brand new video for ‘Congratulations’ ft. Imogen Heap
Blue October, the Texas-based, multi-platinum group announces a year-long celebration honouring the 20th anniversary release of ‘Foiled’, the platinum-selling album that opened the door to the hearts of audiences around the world. On this tour, for the first time ever, ‘Foiled’ will be performed in its entirety, front to back, while also allowing the band time to play audience faves from across their 12 studio albums.
There are 4 UK dates for June 2026, including a show at the iconic Roundhouse in London, and tickets for all UK and European dates go on-sale this Friday, 28th November 2025 at www.blueoctober.com/foiled-eu-2026.
An undeniably magnetic frontman, Justin Furstenfeld, truly one of the most powerful stage performers of our time, is backed by his brother Jeremy Furstenfeld (drums, percussion), Ryan Delahoussaye (violin, mandolin, piano, vocals), Matt Noveskey (bassguitar, vocals).
Justin Furstenfeld said, “To be able to tour in the UK again means so much to us . Everytime we come over our listeners seem more passionate than ever. I’m excited to celebrate the anniversary of ‘Foiled’ with our UK family, a memory I plan on cherishing for the rest of my life“.
From the raw honesty of Hate Me and Into the Ocean to deep cuts like Congratulations and 18th Floor Balcony, ‘Foiled’ is a memorable album that has more than stood the test of time. For many, these songs became lifelines, moments for connection, turning strangers into family and concerts into life changing experiences. And we’re just getting started.
Blue October stands on their reputation of delivering unforgettable live music experiences, electrifying rollercoaster performances, that fans around the world see as life-changing and cathartically uplifting.
The ‘20th Anniversary of Foiled’ World Tour will begin in Germany and journey through England, Scotland, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Portugal and across the US, Canada and Mexico. Don't miss this wonderful band celebrating a truly important record.
BLUE OCTOBER
‘Foiled’
20th Anniversary World Tour 2026
Weds 3 June NOTTINGHAM Rock City
Thurs 4 June GLASGOW SWG3
Fri 5 June MANCHESTER Albert Hall
Sat 6 LONDON Roundhouse
Son Little - UK tour starts on Sunday - New album ‘Cityfolk’ out now.
“Mesmeric confessions from singular craftsman bending R&B with DIY pop” ★★★★☆ Mojo
“Georgia-based singer-songwriter’s unfussy fourth melds genres in fine style” Uncut
“Like a rootsy, Americana D’Angelo. Kind of Neville Brothers, or Down In The Hole by Tom Waits, but sung by Miguel or someone equally silky. Anyway, good gumbo” The New Cue
“Beautiful vocals, great writing and timeless retro sounds” Somewhere Soul
“Deep, invigorating, soulful” Buzz Mag
“Cityfolk feels patient and unforced. It doesn’t demand attention, but it rewards it, an understated, thoughtful album that values mood and meaning over immediacy” Americana UK
“A delightful listen” Maximum Volume Music
To celebrate the release of his new album 'CITYFOLK', Son Little is heading to the UK for a tour, kicking off in Brighton on 19th April. The tour also includes two London headline shows.
Tickets are available here https://sonlittle.com/tour
TOUR DATES
April 19th – Brighton and Hove @ DUST
April 20th – Bristol @ Strange Brew
April 21st – Manchester @ Band on the Wall
April 22nd – London @ Jazz Cafe – SOLD OUT
April 23rd – London @ Dingwalls (extra date added due to demand)
Although often placed in the category of “roots musician”, on ‘CITYFOLK’, Little, who NPR praised for having “impeccably crafted songs,” continues to defy genre but lets the evocation of his storytelling pierce through. “The industry likes to keep artists in little boxes, and for Black artists it has meant being defined by your proximity to ‘urban,’” Little admits. “But my music has always had flashes of country, rock and folk, as well as hip-hop, blues and R&B. So I've always struggled as an artist who kind of, I think, lives in the spaces between genres.”
This album is also an opportunity for listeners to discover Little as more than a vocalist, but a well-rounded artist who carefully balances DIY production, songwriting and vocal arranging. Now living outside of Atlanta, Livingston attributes the development of ‘CITYFOLK’ to going even further south to record in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, in January 2025. It was there that Little, whose past collaborations include The Roots and RJD2, connected with two-time Grammy-winning musician and Alabama Shakes band member Ben Tanner to flesh out sketches of songs that he’d crafted through epiphanies about his family’s roots.
In the late 1960s, the Muscle Shoals Sound Studios housed unbridling protest anthems and melodious love songs that would become the classics of tomorrow. Little’s ‘CITYFOLK’ is a relic in the musical path paved for him.
“Its whole reputation and businesses are thriving because of the spirit of unity,” Little says of the small Alabama town. “I mean, it's all due to music that was created in defiance of that legacy. It's a place that I think really is a symbol of what can be accomplished when those barriers are broken down.”
‘CITYFOLK’
1. Rabbit
2. Whip The Wind
3. Let’s Get Involved
4. It’s Your World
5. Cherry
6. Bottomless
7. Be Better
8. The Valley
9. In Orbit
10. Paper Children
11. Breathe
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NYC's ECCE SHNAK announces North American & UK tour dates with Britpop icons EMF.
FOR SHARING
'Shadows Grow Fangs' EP http://ecceshnak.bandcamp.com/album/shadows-grow-fangs-2
'Katy's Wart [Extended Feelm Version]' video https://youtu.be/BdZOGralXkE
'Katy's Wart [Animated Music Feelm Version]' video https://youtu.be/rX9wxPoZpu0
Bandcamp https://ecceshnak.bandcamp.com/track/katys-wart
EMF 'LBGTQ+ Lover' feat. Ecce Shnak https://youtu.be/xnKi6P_9vZA
UK tour preview reelhttps://youtu.be/yBbJ6xr41nU
Tour tickets
https://www.songkick.com/artists/5039913-ecce-shnak
MORE VIDEOS
'Jeremy, Utilitarian Sadboy' video https://youtu.be/Kn3ALhMULbo
'Prayer on Love' video https://youtu.be/6WcIpHkadOk
'Shadows Grow Fangs' video
https://youtu.be/-WzdmYBVA0Y
'The Internet' video
https://youtu.be/ZYg12iOdTeg
'Stroll With Me' video
https://youtu.be/FlwKyWgFLOw
"Both jarring and exhilarating... powerful and anthemic. Mind blown!" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Mathy rock ornateness, sub-metal weight, and prog-infused punk— the perfect attraction of opposites. But stand back a bit and contemplate further, and you will find pop infectiousness, classical grace, and even hardcore aggression all working in harmony" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"Art / alt rock with varied twists of punk, chamber pop, new wave, experimental rock and more besides, there is never a predictable moment in sound or design" ~ Black Noise Zine
Genre-bending New York City outfit Ecce Shnak will join platinum-selling legends EMF for their North American tour, bringing them up and down the East Coast and even further into Canada. The two bands are also teaming up for a series of UK shows in June.
Forged in NYC's experimental scene, Ecce Shnak has a reputation for "high-wire" performances, their music a volatile yet meticulously crafted ecosystem, where technical precision meets a sense of inspired mayhem. Pronounced Eh-kay sh-knock, the band is made up of David Roush (composer, bassist and one of two singers), Bella Komodromos (vocals), Chris Krasnow (guitar), Gannon Ferrell (guitar), and Henry Buchanan-Vaughn (drums).
2025 set the stage for these developments when the bands toured the US West Coast, along with Spacehog. More recently, Ecce Shnak featured on EMF's stellar indie dance track 'LGBTQ+ Lover' with both Davey and Bella contributing vocals. The video footage was filmed during the 2025 tour.
"'LGBTQ+ Lover' is a friqq’n collaboration between EMF and Ecce Shnak! It's a loving homage to the LGBTQ+ community worldwide, and we will be bumping it as hard as possible on all nights," says frontman David Roush.
"We - EMF and Ecce Shnak - are absolutely ecstatic mofos to announce our East Coast US tour this May (with two dates in Canada as well). We’ll be rockin & shnakin’ on 10 stages over 11 days. EMF have also invited us to be the opening act for 6 joyful days in the UK early this June! So trampuce along with us. To quote EMF, “You deserve more than this world could ever give!”"
Ecce Shnak, whose newr 'Dandy Variances' album is out later this year, will be touring in support of their latest 'Shadows Grow Fangs' EP, released via Records, Man Records, which was recorded and produced by Jeff Lucci, mixed by Nicholas Vernhes (Animal Collective, Deerhunter, Wild Nothing, The War on Drugs) and mastered by Grammy award-winning engineer Joe LaPorta (David Bowie, The Weeknd, Foo Fighters, Vampire Weekend).
Ecce Shnak's also recently released the single 'Katy's Wart', along with a three-minute 'Animated Music Feelm Version' and an immersive ten-minute 'Extended Feelm Version'. Produced and directed by Hollye Bynum and Sam Owens, along with David Roush, the eery mind-boggling animation was crafted by the titans at Titmouse Productions.
2025 also produced the band's live 'Backroom Sessions' EP, the Bladerunner-esque 'Jeremy, Utilitarian Sadboy (Kill Em Mix)' with German DJ-producer Eskei83 and the buoyant 'Prayer On Love (Madison Mars Remix)' with world-famous DJ-producer Madison Mars.
Ecce Shnak's music can be found on digital music platforms, including Bandcamp, Spotify and Apple Music. Tickets for Ecce Shnak and EMF live dates are now available.
CREDITS
All Ecce Shnak music written by David Roush
Released by Records Man, Records
David Roush - bass & vocals
Bella Komodromos - vocals
Chris Krasnow - guitar
Gannon Ferrell - guitar
Henry Buchanan-Vaughn - drums
Artist photos by Tommy Krause
A&R: Beth Narducci for You + Me Entertainment
Publicity by Shauna McLarnon for Shameless Promotion PR
TOUR DATES
MAY 07 Philadelphia, PA, USA - Nikki Lopez
MAY 08 Buffalo, NY, USA - Town Ballroom
MAY 09 Toronto, ON, Canada - Dance Cave
MAY 10 Montreal, QC, Canada - Bar Le Ritz
MAY 11 Boston, MA, USA - City Winery
MAY 13 New York, NY, USA - Sony Hall
MAY 14 Millersville, PA, USA - Phantom Power
MAY 15 Baltimore, MD, USA - Metro Gallery
MAY 16 Hamden, CT, USA - Space Ballroom
JUN 02 Manchester, UK - Gorilla
JUN 03 Worthing, UK - The Factory Live
JUN 04 Portsmouth, UK - Kola
JUN 05 Southend, UK - Chinnerys
JUN 06 London, UK - The Garage
JUN 07 Leeds, UK - Brudenell Social Club
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16/04/2026
NYC's Julia Greenberg shares 'Leaves' single, a masterclass in the art of letting go. 'Born Sentimental' EP to be released via Magic Door Record Label.
FOR FANS OF: Marianne Faithfull, Lael Neale, Father John Misty, Jessie Kilguss, Valerie June, Hooray for the Riff Raff, Sharon Van Etten, Mary Margaret O’Hara, Joan Baez
INFLUENCED BY Lucinda Williams, Dory Previn, Aimee Mann, Harold Arlen, Elvis Costello
:FCC clean (no profanity) - ISRC code QZW5A2600003
FOR SHARING
'Leaves' video https://youtu.be/JkpYwBrhCSo
Bandcamp
https://juliagreenberg.bandcamp.com/track/leaves (available now)
Get the single https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/juliagreenberg/leaves (April 21)
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1iJfszJJNC09VJVnTp1c4f (April 21)
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/julia-greenberg/3988220 (April 21)
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B000QK665C/julia-greenberg (April 21)
'Born Sentimental' EP pre-save
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EP pre-order - Bandcamp https://juliagreenberg.bandcamp.com/album/born-sentimental
"An organic, unfiltered warmth... Beautiful juxtaposition of melancholy and moments of promise... a soft reminder of loss, change, and the peaceful promise of rebirth" ~ Skylight Webzine
NYC-based singer-songwriter Julia Greenberg presents her new single 'Leaves', an uplifting track that feels remarkably hopeful despite being written amidst the quiet wreckage of personal loss. Mastering the art of letting go, she offers a poignant reminder that some seasons simply cannot be held captive. This is a hauntingly graceful prelude to her 'Born Sentimental' EP, slated for June release via New Jersey's Magic Door Record Label.
Directed by Julia Greenberg and edited by Nico Greenberg with Yumiko Takagi as director or photography, the accompanying video captures a small-town schoolhouse that is "frozen in time", this setting serving as a poignant monument to the people and milestones we’ve moved on from. The lens treats these relics as a visual meditation on the bittersweet friction between honoring our most precious, fleeting memories and finding the courage to keep walking toward the hope of an unmapped horizon.
'Leaves' sets the tone for the EP. Written over several years in the aftermath of a personal tragedy, the song is reminder that, try as we might, we can’t hang on to those autumn leaves. Referencing the incomparable and oft interpreted Kurt Weill song, Julia chastises herself: “There’s nothing dumber, than the girl who sings September Song in summer”, as she ruminates over her guitar in the shade while everyone else is at the lake.
Recorded live at Chrometop Studios, this music vibrates with the raw, lived-in chemistry of a quartet that has spent half a decade honing these stories while touring the Northeast, capturing their emotional and creative connections and vulnerabilities. It’s a deeply personal and gorgeous collision of alt-country grit and the sophisticated wit of American Standards, capturing a vulnerability that feels both timeless and bracingly honest. Co-produced by Bob Perry (The Winter Hours) and Julia Greenberg, this EP was engineered by Bob Perry and mastered by Ray Ketchem (Guided by Voices, Elk City, Gramercy Arms, Luna, Crash Harmony) at Magic Door Recording Studio in Montclair, NJ.
"These songs are unapologetically written and sung by a woman who has been around a while and has seen and lost a thing or two—and knows the power of the proximity of funny and mournful. The songs, and the kind of raw way I’m putting them out into the world, is a reaction to all the screens, and filters and bullshit projections of ourselves that rule us," says Julia Greenberg.
A chanteuse, theater composer and filmmaker with roots in the downtown NYC music scene, Julia Greenberg has released two albums of original music - 'Past Your Eyes' and 'Greenland' - both produced by James Mastro (The Bongos, Mott the Hoople, Ian Hunter, Patti Smith, John Cale). Her her music has been featured on 'This American Life' (including the ever-popular Dr. Phil episode, in which Phil Collins evaluates a breakup song she co-wrote), and Ronnie Spector also recorded one of her songs.
Greenberg's award-winning documentary 'Dory Previn: On My Way to Where' can now be watched on PBS, having had its world premiere at the SXSW Film & TV Festival in 2024. Prior to directing the film, Julia became the foremost interpreter of Previn’s music, performing her work around the country at venues such as Joe’s Pub, Mass MoCA, the 92nd Street Y, the Houston Museum of Fine Arts, and on WFMU and WNYC radio. She is also the archivist for Previn's estate.
Apart from co-writing the hit off-Broadway rock opera 'People Are Wrong!' with Robin Goldwasser, she composed the music for the off-Broadway play 'Cavedweller' with "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" composer Stephen Trask. In her spare time, she is a health justice advocate and co-curates the music program at the Rock Valley Schoolhouse in the Catskills.
"After years of interpreting other people’s songs and making a film about my musical idol, Dory Previn, this release feels like some kind of catharsis. It’s just me and my unadorned voice and musical companions of the last decade, doing what we do live, captured so beautifully by engineer and co-producer Bob Perry," says Julia Greenberg.
As of April 21, 'Leaves' is available across digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Bandcamp, where it is currently available for download. On June 11, the 'Born Sentimental' EP will be released via Magic Door Record Label.
CREDITS
Music & lyrics for all songs written by Julia Greenberg
Jeremy Chatzky - upright bass
Will Holshouser - accordion
Tricia Scotti - backing vocals
Julia Greenberg - acoustic guitar
Bob Perry - electric guitar
Paul Moschella - drums
Stephanie Seymour - percussion
Recorded at Chrometop Studios
Co-produced by Bob Perry and Julia Greenberg
Engineered by Bob Perry
Mastered by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door Recording
Cover artwork by Jamil Azam
Artist photos by Yumiko Takagi
Released by Magic Door Record Label
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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15/04/2026
Jared James Nichols unveils new single & video for 'Runnin' Hot'.
Today, JARED JAMES NICHOLS is proud to unveil his new single, ‘Runnin' Hot’, taken from his upcoming fourth studio album, 'Louder Than Fate,' due out on June 5, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. ‘Runnin' Hot’ was produced, mixed, and engineered by Jay Ruston. The accompanying music video, found below, was filmed, directed, and edited by Speed Rabbit Films.
JARED comments on the new track:
“'Runnin’ Hot' was written with a dear friend of mine and rock-and-roll maniac, Tuk Smith. We wanted to tap into everything we love about this music—something real, raw, and fun. Shooting the music video took that mantra even further. Elvis James brought the same energy behind the camera, and the result is a laugh-out-loud, wildly entertaining watch.”
A set of record-release shows kicks off inTeaneck, NJ, on May 29th, and a list of his upcoming live dates can be found below.
Watch the Official Video for ‘Runnin' Hot’HERE
Produced and mixed by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Stone Sour, Amon Amarth, Skindred, and Steel Panther) with additional production by Roger Alan Nichols (Larkin Poe, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown and Hayley Williams of Paramore), 'Louder Than Fate' balances muscle and melody, combining thunderous riffs, searing solos, and emotionally charged vocals with a modern, punchy production. The songs move effortlessly between hard-hitting rock anthems and more reflective, dynamic moments, showcasing NICHOLS’ ability to fuse classic influences with a contemporary edge. Tracks like “Bending or Breaking” and “Killing Time” expand the sonic palette with subtle keyboards and cinematic string arrangements, adding depth without ever sacrificing power.
Since his breakout debut,JARED JAMES NICHOLS has built a reputation as one of the most electrifying guitarists and performers of his generation. Known for his unmistakable tone, fearless playing style, and commanding stage presence, he has toured extensively across the US and Europe, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in rock and earning praise from fans and critics alike.
'Louder Than Fate' is not just an album — it’s a declaration. A record that speaks to resilience, conviction, and the unstoppable force of an artist who plays every note as if it truly matters. Loud, honest, and deeply human, this is JARED JAMES NICHOLS at his absolute best.
NICHOLS comments on 'Louder Than Fate':
“I’m beyond excited for this record. I’ve been counting down the days until its release like it’s a personal holiday. If the singles are any hint for you, there are plenty of riffs ripping through the speakers like a buzz saw. But going deeper into the record, there are tons of different emotions and sounds that I have yet to explore as a singer/songwriter. I am personally thrilled to share different shades of myself on this record, giving so much more depth and insight to the listener. Get ready for‘Louder than Fate’."
'Louder Than Fate' Track List:
1. Let’s Go
2. Ghost
3. Way Back
4. Bending Or Breaking
5. Killing Time *
6. Dust N’ Bones
7. Show Me *
8. Looks Like That Felt Good *
9. Runnin’ Hot
10. Pretend
Killing Time (acoustic version) Bonus Track Japan
The Death Of Love (bonus track Digital)
Produced & Mixed by Jay Ruston
Except * Produced & Mixed by Roger Alan Nichols
Art Garfunkel: “What A Wonderful World” Celebration Concerts, October 2026.
Art Garfunkel
8x Grammy® Award Winner and Rock Hall Of Famer - LIVE
“What A Wonderful World” Celebration Concerts
Following a widely celebrated appearance during Grammy® weekend that captivated audiences and industry leaders alike, Art Garfunkel has announced an upcoming tour that will bring one of the most iconic voices in American music back to stages across the country in a series of magical evenings not to be missed. There will be four UK performances on his “What A Wonderful World” Celebration Concerts run, which will take place in October 2026. The shows will go on sale on Friday, 17 April at 10:00am.
For more info go to artgarfunkelinternational.com and tickets: https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/art-garfunkel/
Art Garfunkel
“What A Wonderful World” Celebration Concerts
13th October, Watford - Watford Colosseum
15th October, Manchester - Manchester Opera House
17th October, Wolverhampton - University of Wolverhampton at The Halls
19th October, London - Royal Albert HallArt Garfunkel is the Voice that Defined an Era
Grammy® weekend didn’t merely celebrate contemporary achievement; it re-centred a foundational truth about American popular music. At the storied Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala, Art Garfunkel emerged not as a nostalgic presence, but as a living icon—a vocalist whose sound still commands silence, attention, and reverence in a room filled with the industry’s most powerful voices.
The response inside the Beverly Hilton was unmistakable. As Garfunkel took the stage, the room didn’t buzz—it stilled. That reaction, captured and echoed across entertainment media during Grammys® weekend, speaks to something deeper than celebrity. It speaks to recognition: this is the voice that defined the rock era before algorithms existed.
In an age now governed by data, discovery engines, and predictive listening, Garfunkel’s voice reminds us how music once traveled—by human transmission. Radio programmers, record-store clerks, late-night DJs, and listeners themselves carried songs forward because a voice moved them. When Garfunkel sang “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” the effect was not performative nostalgia; it was a reaffirmation of how sound imprints itself on collective memory.
Media coverage noted the purity and control of the tenor, unchanged in its emotional authority. There was no bombast, no attempt to modernize the moment. The power lay in restraint—the same restraint that made The Sound of Silence and Scarborough Fair timeless when they first arrived. In the room, artists and executives alike responded not as curators of trends, but as listeners. The applause wasn’t polite; it was instinctive.
This matters because the historical shorthand around Simon & Garfunkel has long flattened the truth. Paul Simon is—rightly—celebrated as a towering songwriter. But the enduring emotional life of the catalogue lives in Garfunkel’s voice. Simon authored the words and structures; Garfunkel supplied the instrument that carried them into permanence. Nowhere is this clearer than Bridge Over Troubled Water, written by Simon and defined by Garfunkel’s vocal—so completely that Simon later acknowledged the choice became a point of friction. The song didn’t just succeed; it became immortal, because the voice matched the aspiration.
What the Clive Davis gala made plain—and what Grammys® weekend coverage reinforced—is that voice is not secondary to authorship. Voice is authorship in sound. Before playlists told audiences what to hear, Garfunkel’s tenor told them what to feel. His performance reasserted that legacy artists are not artifacts; they are standards—benchmarks by which new generations measure authenticity.
The broader implication is cultural. As awards culture increasingly elevates songwriting, production, and metrics-driven reach, Garfunkel’s reception stands as a corrective. The rock era was not built by engagement charts. It was built by voices that could stop a room, cross formats, and outlast fashion. Garfunkel remains one of the few whose sound does exactly that.
The elevation is overdue. Not as “half of a duo,” not as harmony, but as one of the defining voices of American recorded music—a singer whose tone shaped how intimacy, longing, and grace were expressed in popular song, long before algorithms learned how to count.
At 84, each note Art Garfunkel offers feels less like performance and more like grace in a cathedral—while Paul Simon stands as the consummate businessman, harmonist, and poet, Garfunkel remains an artist without measure or equal. His soaring tenor is the celestial sonic responsible for the iconic gifts of his solo career and that of Simon & Garfunkel.
There are voices that ride the music, and then there are voices that become it—and Art Garfunkel belongs to the rarest category. His tenor does not simply carry a melody; it illuminates it, like light passing through stained glass, revealing colors you didn’t know were there. In a genre often driven by grit and rebellion, Garfunkel brought something almost radical in its purity—clarity, restraint, and a devotion to phrasing that turns songs into meditations. Listen closely and you’ll hear not just technique, but intention: every breath placed with care, every note suspended just long enough to ache. Where others push, he floats—and in that floating, he transforms rock into something timeless, almost sacred, reminding us that the quietest voice can sometimes echo the longest.
By: Jason Winters
Nina Antonia & The Lunar Moths, mixed by Mike Scott ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’ 26 June on Creation Youth.
Nina Antonia & The Lunar Moths ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’
RELEASED 26 JUNE 2026 ON CREATION YOUTH
Mixed by Mike Scott of The Waterboys
Author and poet Nina Antonia is a chronicler of the decadent, and her band’s album ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’ is released on 26 June on the Creation Youth label on Vinyl, CD and Digital. She's a former music journalist renowned for biographies of Johnny Thunders & The New York Dolls, who more recently has gained acclaim for her uncanny authorship, penning articles for Fortean Times. It was a mutual connection to Johnny Thunders that brought Nina and bandmates Neal X and Chris Musto together. Nina herself described the album as, “A lyrical nightscape of melancholic beauty”.
Mike Scott, who mixed ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’, said, “It’s a unique and powerful record which chronicles the demi-monde of lost souls and wayfarers. The album's epic closing tour de force, ‘Lunar Moths’, is a stunning masterpiece, one of the best pieces of music I’ve ever heard”. He and James Hallawell of The Waterboys contributed guitar and keyboards to ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’. Mike was so taken by the poetry and music, that he very generously offered to mix the entire album. He added, “Nina writes about bohemians, wayfarers, geniuses, artists, lost souls, and wastrels with compassion and complete understanding. And Neal and Chris have accompanied the poems with music that sounds like The Velvet Underground lit up by twinkling lights.”
Neal X is a founder member of ’80s Electro-Glam futurists Sigue Sigue Sputnik and has been a long-term sideman for Marc Almond and Glen Matlock.
Chris Musto is a drummer/designer with a long history in British rock ’n’ roll. His design credits include work on The Rolling Stones’ ‘Steel Wheels’ and Queen’s ‘Jazz’, whilst his drumming credits include Johnny Thunders, Glen Matlock and Joe Strummer.
Creation Youth is a new record label set up by Alan McGee - legendary Creation Records head honcho and Martin “Youth” Glover – award-winning producer and bassist of Killing Joke. They offer an eclectic roster of both legendary and emerging recording artists. The Lunar Moths are thrilled to be a part of their story.
To support the album’s release Nina & The Lunar Moths will also be playing a short series of dates across the UK [dates below].
Returning once more to Mike Scott, he said that mixing the album has been, “One of the great musical pleasures of my life. Nina’s poems are deep, sometimes funny, and often very moving indeed”. The band’s name is taken from a collection of Nina Antonia verses dedicated to the ephemeral nature of life’s fly-by-nights, and ‘Dropping Like Butterflies’ provides the perfect soundtrack.
Nina Antonia & The Lunar Moths - LIVE
Thursday April 30th Brighton - Hotel Pelirocco
Friday May 8th Hebden Bridge - The Trades Club
Tuesday May 12th London - Circle & Star Theatre, Hampstead
Thursday May 14th Bristol - Elmer's Arms
14/04/2026
Hayes Carll & Corb Lund release rendition of 'Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)'.
HAYES CARLL & CORB LUND RELEASE RENDITION OF THE GARTH BROOKS FAVOURITE
'MUCH TOO YOUNG (TO FEEL THIS DAMN OLD)'
CURRENTLY ON TOUR IN THE UK
PREMIERED VIA ROLLING STONE
Old friends and collaborators, Hayes Carll & Corb Lund released a rendition of the Garth Brooks favourite, 'Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)' today via New West Records. Hear it now via Rolling Stone. Hayes Carll says, “This song has meant a lot to me over the years, and—even though I’m a long way from being a rodeo guy—this snapshot of a life on the road, the toll it takes on the heart, and the feeling of years stacking up in a young man’s game, resonates more and more.”
Corb Lund adds, “Hayes and I have been playing this tune together for a while now, and it’s a favoUrite of both of ours. We recorded this stripped back, bare bones version during the National Finals Rodeo last year, which is fitting, as it’s almost a hymn to a lot of rodeo people we know. It’s a lot of fun to sing and it’s a pleasure to be able to record and tour with my long-time pal Hayes.”
Carll & Lund also released a video of the duo performing the song live in the studio. See it HERE.
The standalone single was released ahead of Carll & Lund’s UK/European tour. The 15-date tour will also feature a 2-night appearance at Bush Hall in London this week.
Hayes Carll is currently supporting his 10th studio album, We’re Only Human, which was released to critical acclaim last year and has been on the Americana Albums Chart for 38 consecutive weeks.
Lund will also release Dark Horses on August 7, 2026 via New West Records. The 11-track set is a new recording of acoustic versions of some of Lund’s favorite songs across his catalog. Sequenced in chronological order, the songs are stripped down, intimate, and presented in their rawest form. The new versions offer a fresh perspective on familiar material and the result showcases the depth and craft of Corb’s unique songwriting. Dark Horses serves as the 12th mystery release culminating the year-long Dark Horse Vinyl Club which was announced last year. The club featured eleven albums released from 1995 through 2024 and all members will have exclusive access to an autographed copy of Dark Horses pressed on gold color vinyl (the one and only color variant of this record). The final round of the Dark Horse Vinyl Club will feature a first-time color vinyl pressing of Things That Can’t Be Undone (out April 24), as well as limited color vinyl pressings of Agricultural Tragic (out May 22), and El Viejo (out June 26). An extremely limited amount of Dark Horse Vinyl Club Memberships remain at NEW WEST RECORDS.
Following the European run with Hayes Carll, Lund has announced additional tour dates in his home country of Canada where he will perform his crowd favourite albums Five Dollar Bill, Hair in My Eyes Like a Highland Steer, Horse Soldier! Horse Soldier!, and Cabin Fever, front to back, over multiple sold-out shows. Please see tour dates below.
Hear Hayes Carll & Corb Lund’s 'Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)' Here.
12/04/2026
Legendary singer, songwriter Taj Mahal releases new single 'Wild About Lovin''.
TAJ MAHAL RELEASES SINGLE ‘WILD ABOUT MY LOVIN’’
LISTEN TO NEW SONGHERE | WATCH VISUALISER HERE
GRAMMY MUSEUM TO HOST A NEW YORK EVENING WITH TAJ MAHAL FEATURING MUSIC AND CONVERSATION ON MAY 1 AT THE GREENE SPACE - TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
NEW ALBUM TIME RELEASED MAY 1 VIA RESONATIN’ RECORDS/THIRTY TIGERS
FEATURES RECORDING OF PREVIOUSLY UNHEARD BILL WITHERS SONG ‘TIME’ AND GUEST APPEARANCES FROM ZIGGY MARLEY
TAJ MAHAL AND FAMED PHANTOM BLUES BAND OFFER MASTERCLASS IN SOUL, ROOTS, FOLK, REGGAE AND BLUES AND CELEBRATE ANOTHER LANDMARK MOMENT IN CAREER OF A CORNERSTONE ARCHITECT OF AMERICAN MUSIC
Legendary singer, songwriter Taj Mahal announced the release of new breezy swinging single ‘Wild About My Lovin’’, which will feature on forthcoming new album Time, released on May 1 via Resonatin’ Records/Thirty Tigers. A deeply soulful and expansive collection and a masterclass in soul, roots, folk, reggae and blues from one of the cornerstone architects of American music.
Listen to song HERE
Watch visualiser HERE
Pre-order album HERE
Taj will also be heading to NYC for a special event hosted by the Grammy Museum - A New York Evening With Taj Mahal featuring music and conversation on May 1 at The Greene Space - tickets available and more information here.
Time the album’s title track is a never-before-heard Bill Withers composition, originally recorded only as an unreleased demo and nearly lost to history before it was recorded by Taj Mahal. Close friend and music industry executive, and producer, Steve Berkowitz, with the blessing of both Bill and Marcia Withers, brought the song to Taj and the band. Listen to the song HERE & watch visualiser HERE.
Taj spoke exclusively to Variety, who reported, “Mahal only met Withers on a couple of occasions — their wives had gone to Claremont College together, which offered a bit of a connection — and he came away from those even more of an admirer,” and on his career added, “nothing could beat the twin ways in which the Recording Academy acknowledged him in 2025, when he won both a lifetime achievement Grammy and an actual competitive Grammy (for best traditional blues album for a record he made with Keb Mo), showing that it is possible to get your seemingly career-capping flowers and still be acknowledged as active and currently creative at the same time.” Read more at Variety HERE.
Originally recorded in 2010 alongside Taj’s longtime collaborators the Phantom Blues Band — a three-decade partnership responsible for GRAMMY-winning albums Señor Blues (1997) and Shoutin’ in Key (2000) — Time captures a shared musical language refined across decades. The sessions featured Tony Braunagel (drums), Larry Fulcher (bass) and Johnny Lee Schell (guitar), who also produced the album alongside Berkowitz. Additional musicians include New Orleans piano great Jon Cleary and organist Mick Weaver. The album was recorded at Ultratone Studio in Studio City, CA, with its rich blend of reggae rhythms, New Orleans grooves, country blues and Latin influences reflecting the band’s signature chemistry.
Few artists have shaped American roots music as profoundly as Taj Mahal. A recipient of the 2025 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award, Taj is a genre-defying musician, composer and cultural ambassador whose six-decade career spans more than 40 albums, multiple GRAMMY wins and global acclaim. Since launching his groundbreaking solo career in the late 1960s, Taj has continually expanded the boundaries of blues while illuminating its deep cultural connections across continents, influencing generations of artists from The Rolling Stones to Bonnie Raitt.
From back-to-back GRAMMY wins for Señor Blues and Shoutin’ in Key to his Best Traditional Blues Album victory for 2022’s Get On Board, his celebrated reunion with longtime collaborator Ry Cooder, alongside recent acclaimed projects including Savoy and the GRAMMY-winning Swingin’ Live At The Church In Tulsa, Taj remains both torchbearer and innovator.
Reflecting both the years it took to bring the record to life and the moment we find ourselves in now, Time moves fluidly through the musical worlds Taj Mahal has always inhabited — but enriching them for a new generation along the way.
As Ruthie Foster writes in her liner notes for Taj’s album: “turn it up — this is deep-groove, grown-folks music from a band that still plays like the night is young.”
Pittsburgh's LOWSUNDAY presents 'This Is Not Heaven', teasing 'Black EP' . Following their 'White EP', this is the first all-new material in 25 year.
FOR FANS OF: Joy Division, The Chameleons, Molchat Doma, Catherine Wheel, ACTORS, Clan of Xymox, Then Comes Silence, TRAITRS
GENRES:Post-Punk, Alternative Rock, Shoegaze, Darkwave, Dreampop
ISRC code USHK92637204
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4This is Not Heaven' video https://youtu.be/CX-zD_tTsDM
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/73czdJH9PvNdPAlmmBAefi
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/this-is-not-heaven-single/1883145470
Soundcloud
https://soundcloud.com/lowsunday/this-is-not-heaven
'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP'https://www.projekt.com/store/product/arc00371
Bandcamphttps://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/low-sunday-ghost-machine-white-ep
'Nevver' videohttps://youtu.be/yjc8o5fccNU
'Soft Capture' video https://youtu.be/i_5UeD04mlk
'Love Language' video https://youtu.be/9ytV47-jnPQ
'Low Sunday Ghost Machine (2025 remaster)'https://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/low-sunday-ghost-machine-2025-remaster
'Elesgiem' (2024 remaster) LPhttps://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/elesgiem-2024-remaster
"Shiny sparkles of jangle guitar reverberate, rising against the ethereal vocal drift" ~ The Big Takeover
"A masterpiece...Mercurial darkwave with blistering shoegaze guitars" ~ Post-Punk.com
"Synthetic perfection of early Depeche Mode & raw minimalism of German EBM pioneers.. experimental sophistication and electropop purity... elegant, hypnotic, and dramatic" ~ Skylight Webzine
"Retro-futurist daydream, featuring melodic hooks and classic song structures that explore emotional isolation" ~ Eric Alper
"Timeless... romantic, dark, and reflective, but never too dramatic" ~ Myth of Rock
Legacy postpunk-shoegaze outfit Lowsunday unveils 'This Is Not Heaven', the first taste of their forthcoming 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - Black EP', forthcoming via Projekt Records, the video for which was produced by Jer Herring.
This is the second of two 'duality' releases, presenting the band's first new material since 1999, following their ‘Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP'. Showcased by 'Love Language', 'Soft Capture' and the latest single 'Nevver', the 'White EP' ranked second among Post-Punk.com's Best EPs of 2025.
Formed in the mid-1990s in Pittsburgh, Lowsunday (initially known as Low Sunday Ghost Machine) emerged as a "retro-futurist" pioneer, blending darkwave and shoegaze long before the genres saw their modern revival. Their legacy was cemented with their debut album 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' and the 1999 masterpiece 'Elesgiem', both of which were re-released via Projekt Records over the past 18 months (for their 30th and 25th anniversaries, respectively).
The band dissolved, leaving behind a cult reputation for mercurial sounds and blistering guitar work that set the stage for subsequent generations of alternative artists. Following a nearly 25-year period of inactivity, the band resurfaced as a duo in 2025—consisting of original members Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums).
"'This is Not Heaven' was the last song we recorded for the Black EP. We really enjoyed injecting the heavy synths on the chorus, the asymmetrical guitar leads and the driving bass line beneath an intricate and melodic rhythm guitar," says Shane Sahene.
"We felt this song captured everything we are about in that it hits the refrains with a shoegaze atmosphere, more electronic choruses and lyrical transparency, much less vague than many of our songs… it touches on many aspects of our sound."
Bobby Spell adds, "This was another really enjoyable song to write. The guitar textures and melody lines create a dark song with uplifting sections. The mood shifts in the choruses giving a feeling of brightness or a way out of melancholy".
Crafting a sound defined by atmosphere, precision, and heartfelt shadow and depths since 1994, Lowsunday is now asserting their presence with a new force. While the 'White EP' explored light and texture, the 'Black EP' is ultimately the 2026 series' darker counterpart and definitive statement.
Plunged into shadow and intensity with layered guitars, tight rhythms, and austere synths amplifying themes of isolation, reverie and introspection, the 'Black EP' distills Lowsunday's vision into a sharper, more potent form — a bold declaration of their enduring artistic power.
As of April 10th, 'This Is Not Heaven' is available from digital platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - Black EP' will be released on May 15th digitally. The 'White EP' is available now via Bandcamp and the Projekt Records website - the vinyl edition of both EPs are limited to 200 copies. The two anniversary reissue albums, as well as the limited edition 7" of 'Static / Besides', can also be found on these platforms.
CREDITS
Lyrics by Shane Sahene
Music written by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Shane Sahene - vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums
Bobby Spell - bass, guitar, drums
Recorded, Mixed, Mastered & Produced by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Single cover photo by Shane Sahene. Layout by Sam Rosenthal
Band photos by Christina Sahene
Videos by Jer Herring
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
TRACK LIST
1 You’re So Wired
2 Shattered
3 Someone To Talk To
4 This Is Not Heaven
5 Don’t Want To Dream Again
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ERNESTINE BLUES, the latest from BOB CORRITORE & FRIENDS.
Bob Corritore has been acclaimed for years as a masterful and strikingly tasteful Blues harmonica player. He also excels as a blues music producer and archivist, creating and collecting unforgettable performances. As this very complete Bluesman approaches his 70th birthday, he continues to deliver one masterpiece album after another, featuring his musical heroes, peers and friends from across the spectrum of the entire blues world.
ERNESTINE BLUES, the thirteenth release in the “Bob Corritore and Friends” series, takes its place as the next chapter in Corritore’s blues adventure. Cut between 2023-2025, the album features vocal performances by Pat Thomas, Sugaray Rayford, Johnny Rawls, Tony Coleman, Willie Buck, Bob Stroger, Teeny Tucker, Jimi “Primetime” Smith, Carla Denise, Oscar Wilson, Tia Carroll, and Charles Wilson. All-star bands featuring Bob Margolin, Kid Ramos, Johnny Main, Ben Levin, Billy Flynn, Anthony Geraci, Doug James and more provide the perfect setting for each of the featured guests and Bob’s always masterful harmonica.
The sixteen tracks for this album were carefully chosen. Bob notes, “Of all my releases, this is the most storytelling album I’ve ever done. Each song tells its own story, and as you bind them together you get a beautiful book that takes you on many adventures.” This album also stretches out stylistically, from Bob’s cornerstone of straight, traditional Chicago Blues to his explorations with early Rock ‘n’ Roll, R&B, Mississippi country Blues and Soul Blues ballads.
The album opens with “How’d You Learn to Shake It Like That” with former B.B. King drummer Tony Coleman laying down a stomping shuffle while singing in the spirit of Snooky Pryor. “Tell Me Darling” showcases Carla Denise’s beautiful melodic voice in the high register, covering a Betty Everett R&B number originally released on the Cobra record label. The most stripped-down duo track, “Big Fat Mama” was recorded four months before Mississippi legend Pat Thomas’s untimely passing at the age of 64. Next, on “Blind Man Cry” Sugaray Rayford sings his soul out on this somber, original metaphorical blues piece, framed by Jimi “Primetime” Smith’s beautiful arrangements and Bob’s sparse, moody, third-position harp.
The title track, “Ernestine” features Tia Carroll singing a pop-oriented R&B song written by Sam Cooke in the early 1960’s for Patience Valentine to release on his label. The story line of the song, a woman’s man being swiped by her friend at a dance, is graphically related on Vince Ray’s stunning album cover art. Ray’s iconic artwork has become part of the appeal of Corritore’s albums, as each highly anticipated album cover adds to Bob’s legacy, another adventurous visual reflecting the vibe of the music that’s included within. This is Vince Ray’s eighth Bob Corritore & Friends album cover – look for more exciting collaboration coming soon!
When it comes to covering Muddy Waters, one of the greatest Chicago blues experts is Willie Buck, as evidenced on this classic version of Muddy’s “Trouble No More,” appropriately featuring legendary guitarist Bob Margolin.
“I Love the South,” featuring Soul Blues legend Johnny Rawls, was released as a single, and it has been embraced by blues radio as a genuine Southern blues anthem. Johnny is a brilliant songwriter who has always encouraged Bob to wrap his harmonica around Southern Soul stylings, and combination has led to some serious musical electricity, bringing out the best in both artists. “I Love the South” is a sweet, positive, Mississippi anthem that transports you to a place where the living feels easy. Johnny’s powerful, church-raised vocals, Bob’s distinctive feel-good harmonica, a killer band and a chorus of female gospel singers makes for a true Soul Blues masterpiece!
“Going Fishing” is a Jimmy Reed song, and who better to cover it than a guy who first learned to play guitar from the Big Boss Man himself – Jimi “Primetime” Smith. Carla Denise’s standout vocal performance on “Trouble On Your Mind” highlights her amazing vocal range and timbre, piano by Ben Levin and a stirring harp solo by Corritore. “Wild As You Can Be,” also featuring Denise, is indeed a wild track, where R&B meets early Rock ‘n’ Roll. Originally recorded by Mary Ann Fisher, one of the Ray Charles’s Raelettes, this swings like crazy.
On “Pretty Girls Everywhere,” the ageless nonagenarian Bob Stroger knocks it out or the park with this Rock ‘n’ Roll Classic. Originally cut by Eugene Church in 1959, this rocking version is one of Stroger’s showstoppers in his live performances. “Standing on the Bank” is Willie Buck’s original composition, derivative of his Muddy roots. “Sorry I Had to Leave You Behind” finds great soul-blues vocalist Charles Wilson leading a driving uptown shuffle, propelled by Kid Ramos on guitar and Corritore's in-the-pocket solo. “She Might Need Me” shows an intimate personal side of award-wining Oscar Wilson, a Joe Tex soul number. In sharp contrast, on the next track, “Down In Mississippi,” Oscar takes us down South with a deliriously slurry vocal track over a luxuriously slow Jimmy Reed groove. The closing track, “Shoes,” is appropriately sung by Teeny Tucker, the daughter of the man who brought us “Hi Heel Sneakers,” Tommy Tucker. Teeny has found kinship with the many listeners who have closets filled with a wardrobe of dozens of shoes. Teeny’s spunky, energetic vocals propel this song to be the perfect closer of an album that feels like a guided tour of the Blues and its extensions.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
04/11/26: Phoenix, AZ – Rhythm Room, afternoon show, Genesis City Fundraiser, Bob Corritore will guest for part of Sugar Thieves set.
04/14/26 and 04/15/2026: Seattle, WA, Jazz Alley with Highway 99 All-Stars (Bob, Lisa Mann, Ben Rice, Robin Moxey, Jeff Conlin, and Steve Sarkowsky)
04/18/26: Phoenix, AZ – Rhythm Room, appearing at Blaise Lantana’s retirement party. The show is from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Bob Corritore guest appearance at 4 PM.
05/06/26: Memphis, TN – Rum Boogie, John Primer & Bob Corritore will be part of a large lineup of guests at the BratGirlMedia showcase.
05/07/26: Memphis, TN – Blues Music Awards, in attendance
05/08/26: Memphis, TN – Rum Boogie, John Primer, Willie Buck, Carla Denise & Bob Corritore will be part of a large lineup of guests at the VizzTone Showcase.
05/09/26: Clarksdale, MS – Ground Zero Blues Club- Pinetop Perkins Foundation Fundraiser. Bob will host a set that includes John Primer, Willie Buck, Carla Denise, Alabama Mike, Young Rell, Anthony Geraci, Dave Keyes, Jimmy Mayes, Tony Braunagel, Heather Cross, Lee Williams and more!
05/29/26: Phoenix, AZ – Rhythm Room, Jimi Primetime Smith/Bob Corritore Blues Band with special guest Carla Denise.
05/30/26: Tucson, AZ – Monterey Court, Jimi Primetime Smith/Bob Corritore Blues Band.
06/12/26: Glendale, AZ – Westside Blues & Jazz, Jimi Primetime Smith/Bob Corritore Blues Band
06/13/26: Tucson, Arizona – Jonas’ Juke Joint House Party with Jimi Primetime Smith & Bob Corritore with the Porch Rockers.
06/16/26 to 06/19/26: Clarksdale, MS – Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop Experience.
06/23/26: Oro Valley, AZ, The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Rd., 5pm doors, 6pm show. Jimi Primetime Smith and Bob Corritore do a duo opening set, then the Porch Rockers, then Jimi and Bob guest with the Porch Rickers. Tickets will be online soon online at http://www.gaslightmusichall.com or 520-529-1000
07/25/26 and 07/26/26: Bilbao, Spain – Bilbao Blues Festival with an all-star blues revue with Willie Buck, Bob Stroger, Teeny Tucker, Jimi Primetime Smith, Anthony Geraci, Wes Starr, Bob Corritore.
08/01/26: Calgary, Canada – Calgary Blues Festival with Bob Stroger, Jimi Primetime Smith, Anthony Geraci, Wes Starr.
09/19/26 and 09/20/26: Lyons, IL – Windy City Blues Festival. On 09/19/26 back porch trio with Jimi Primetime Smith, Bob Corritore and Billy Flynn. On 09/20/26 Bob Corritore‘s Reunion Revue with Bob Stroger, John Primer, Lil’Ed, Willie Buck, Oscar Wilson, Jimi Primetime Smith, Billy Flynn, Kenny Smith. For more info https://windycityblues.org
Samantha Fish announces her first official live album "Paper Doll Live" released on June 12th.
SAMANTHA FISH BOTTLES THE ELECTRICITY OF THE STAGE ON 'PAPER DOLL LIVE'
RELEASED BY ROUNDER RECORDS ON FRIDAY JUNE 12, 2026
RECORDED AT THE BIJOU THEATRE IN KNOXVILLE, TN
PRE-ORDER HERE
FEATURING THE SINGLE “SWEET SOUTHERN SOUNDS (LIVE)”
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO
TAKING PAPER DOLL LIVE ACROSS THE WORLD ON EPIC TOUR
KICKING OFF IN NEW ORLEANS APRIL 24TH
TICKETS ON SALE HERE
If Paper Doll was a declaration of artistic power, Paper Doll Live is the sound of that power unleashed — immediate, unfiltered, and impossible to ignore.
GRAMMY-nominated guitarist and singer Samantha Fish will release Paper Doll Live via Rounder Records on Friday June 12th, her first official live album, capturing the electrifying stage presence that has made her one of the most compelling performers in modern blues and roots music. Pre-order the album HERE.
New single “Sweet Southern Sounds - Live” is available on all streaming platforms HERE.
Watch the official music video for “Sweet Southern Sounds - Live” on YouTube.
A leading guitarist of her generation, Fish is known for her bold musicianship, emotional depth, and fearless song writing. A multi-award-winning festival headliner, she has built her reputation on explosive live performances that blend raw guitar power with deeply expressive vocals. Following the critical success of her GRAMMY-nominated album Paper Doll, the new live record showcases the intensity and chemistry that define her shows night after night.
“Truly, this is for the fans,” Fish says of making her first official live record. “We’ve had numerous requests over the years. Paper Doll felt so great on stage — it felt like the perfect time to showcase the band and our live show.”
Recorded at the historic Bijou Theatre in Knoxville, Tennessee, Paper Doll Live captures a band fully locked in and feeding off a packed crowd. The venue’s natural warmth and acoustics created an ideal setting for the recording, elevated even further by the addition of Nashville gospel legends The McCrary Sisters, whose soaring harmonies bring added depth and emotion to the performance.
“Their voices lifted every song,” Fish says. “I love beautiful backing vocals — they pack an emotional punch. I’ve been a fan of them for years, so that was really special for me.”
Fans travelled from across the country to attend the recording, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and celebration inside the theatre.
“Our fans aren’t afraid to travel,” Fish says. “When we announced the show, people got excited. I think that build-up always helps make a better show.”
The result is a performance that feels both ferocious and communal — a moment where the band, the songs, and the audience meet in real time. While the studio album Paper Doll marked a breakthrough in Fish’s artistic confidence, the live setting strips away polish and leaves only instinct.
“There’s a fire that comes across in live performance that doesn’t always translate in studio albums,” Fish says. “The stage lays all of that bare.”
Songs evolve and expand in the live environment. Outros stretch. Studio fade-outs become powerful climaxes. Tracks like “Lose You” build with relentless momentum, while “Sweet Southern Sounds” allows Fish to lean into her hypnotic North Mississippi-inspired guitar phrasing. The title track “Paper Doll” lands as a defiant anthem night after night, igniting crowds with its refusal to conform.
And when the band launches into a blistering cover of MC5’s “Kick Out the Jams,” the room detonates.
For Fish, the difference between studio and stage is elemental.
“The studio is where you build and create your sound,” she says. “The stage is where you execute all of that. Having a crowd takes you out of your head and gives you something to play off.”
Emerging from Kansas City’s blues lineage and shaped by influences ranging from Prince and Leonard Cohen to the legends of Mississippi Hill Country blues, Fish has long treated performance as her proving ground. From cold-calling bars as a teenager to headlining international festivals, she has developed a live show that balances catharsis and control, boldness and vulnerability.
With Paper Doll Live, she isn’t reinventing herself — she’s documenting the power of what she and her band do every night.
“I just wanted to capture what we do every night,” Fish says. “It wasn’t about chasing something new. It was about capturing the thing that has connected so deeply over the years.”
If Paper Doll was a declaration of artistic power, Paper Doll Live is the sound of that power unleashed — immediate, unfiltered, and impossible to ignore.
Critics agree that a live show from Samantha Fish is nothing short of electrifying – “wild” and “raunchy,” as Louder Than War puts it, and an “absolute must-see.” Onstage, she’s a “force to be reckoned with,” tearing into solos “like it owed her money,” with crowd reactions that border on feral, according to Parklife DC. Reviews consistently point to the intensity of her performances, driven by savage guitar work and a commanding presence (Blues Rock Review), while others admit they were unprepared for her sheer energy and charisma, noting that she “can rock the house” (Americana Highways). Add in her swagger, blistering blues licks, and a voice packed with raw emotion, and it’s clear why the Nottingham Post calls her the complete blues package.
ABOUT SAMANTHA FISH
Samantha Fish is a 2x GRAMMY-nominated guitarist, singer, and songwriter widely recognized as one of the most dynamic artists in contemporary blues and roots music. The Kansas City Hall of Famer and multiple Blues Music Award-winner is known for her explosive guitar work, powerhouse vocals, and fearless songwriting. She’s has built a global following through relentless touring and critically acclaimed releases. Her solo albums — Runaway (2011), Black Wind Howlin’ (2013), Wild Heart (2015), Chills & Fever (2017), Kill or Be Kind (2019), Faster (2021), collaborating with Jesse Dayton on Deathwish Blues (2023), and Paper Doll (2023), have all topped the Billboard Blues Charts. A commanding live performer, Fish has toured internationally, performed at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, shared stages with artists including Slash, and The Rolling Stones and has performed as part of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival. She continues to push boundaries while delivering electrifying shows that connect deeply with audiences worldwide.
DIGITAL TRACKLIST
01. Kick Out The Jams – Live
02. Paper Doll – Live
03. Can Ya Handle The Heat? - Live
04. I Put A Spell On You – Live
05. I’m Done Runnin’ - Live
06. Lose You – Live
07. Sweet Southern Sounds – Live
08. Bulletproof – Live
09. Miles To Go - Live
10. Fortune Teller - Live
11. Better Be Lonely - Live
12. Dream Girl - Live
13. Don’t Say It - Live
14. Poor Black Mattie - Live
15. Rusty Razor – Live
16. Black Wind Howlin’ - Live
CD TRACKLIST
01. Kick Out The Jams – Live
02. Paper Doll – Live
03. Can Ya Handle The Heat? - Live
04. I’m Done Runnin’ - Live
05. Lose You – Live
06. Sweet Southern Sounds – Live
07. Bulletproof – Live
08. Miles To Go - Live
09. Fortune Teller - Live
10. Better Be Lonely - Live
11. Dream Girl - Live
12. Don’t Say It - Live
13. Poor Black Mattie - Live
14. Rusty Razor – Live
15. Black Wind Howlin’ - Live
VINYL TRACKLIST
Side A
1. Paper Doll – Live
2. Can Ya Handle The Heat? - Live
3. I’m Done Runnin’ - Live
4. Lose You – Live
5. Sweet Southern Sounds - Live
Side B
6. Fortune Teller - Live
7. Don’t Say It - Live
8. Rusty Razor – Live
9. Black Wind Howlin’ – Live
TOUR DATES
TICKETS ON SALE AT SAMANTHAFISH.COM
4.10 Miramar Beach, FL - Joe Bonamassa Beach Weekend
4.11 Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theatre*
4.12 St Petersburg, FL - Tampa Bay Blues Festival*
4.15 Savannah, GA - District Live at Plant Riverside District*
4.16 Gainesville, FL - Heartwood Soundstage*
4.17 Dothan, AL - Dothan Opera House*
4.18 Meredian, MS - MSU Riley Center*
4.19 Sandy Springs, GA - Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs PAC*
4.24 New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
4.25 New Orleans, LA - Jazz & Heritage Festival
4.28 New Orleans, LA - Chickie Wah Wah
5.01 New Orleans, LA - Fillmore
5.02 Biloxi, MS - IP Casino Resort & Spa
5.05 Decatur, AL - The Princess Theatre
5.07 Springfield, MO - Gillioz Theatre
5.08 Kansas City, MO - Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
5.09 St Louis, MO - Atomic
5.10 Tulsa, OK - Cain’s Ballroom
5.13 Iowa City, IA - The Englert Theatre
5.14 Marion, IL - Marion Cultural & Civic Center
5.16 Welch, MN - Treasure Island Casino**
5.17 Des Plaines, IL - The Des Plaines Theatre
5.19 Warrendale, PA - Jergel’s Rhythm Grille
5.20 State College, PA - The State Theatre
5.21 Troy, NY - Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
5.22 Ledyard, CT - Foxwoods Resort Casino**
5.23 Beverly, MA - The Cabot
5.24 Nashua, NH - Nashua Center for the Arts
5.27 Patchogue, NJ - Patchogue Theatre
5.28 Syracuse, NY - Westcott Theater
5.29 Lebanon, NH - Levanon Opera House
5.30 Augusta, NJ - Michael Arnone’s Crawfish Fest
5.31 Buffalo, NY - Babeville
6.19 Grolloo, Netherlands - Holland Intl Blues Festival
6.20 Dortmund, Germany - Musiktheater Piano
6.21 Brescia, Italy - Chiari Blues Festival
6.23 Loceri, Italy - Parco Urbano
6.25 Rubigen, Switzerland - Muhle Hunziken
6.27 Vienne, France - Jazz a Vienne
6.28 Erlangen, Germany - E-Werk Kino
6.30 Mannheim, Germany - 7er-Club
7.01 Aschaffenburg, Germany - Colos-Saal
7.02 Hamburg, Germany - Fabrik
7.04 Helsinki - Puisto Blues
9.18-19 Telluride, CO - Telluride Blues & Brews Fest
10.31 West Hollywood, CA - Whisky A Go Go***
*w/ Tab Benoit - Two Tours Collide - 4.11-4.19
**w/ Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
***w/ Jesse Dayton
PRE-ORDER “PAPER DOLL LIVE”
Available on Vinyl, CD and Digital
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The Zac Schulze Gang Announce 2027 UK Headline Tour.
THE ZAC SCHULZE GANG ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY & MARCH 2027 UK TOUR
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY APRIL 10, 2026
ALTTICKETS.COM, GIGANTIC.COM,
ZACSCHULZEGANG.ROCKS/TOUR
YOUNG ARTIST OF THE YEAR WINNER
UK BLUES AWARDS 2025 & 2026
“The Zac Schulze Gang are a phenomenon in the making.”
Off the back of their sold-out concert at London’s Islington Garage on Saturday April 11, and winning the “Young Artist of the Year” award for the second year in a row at the UK Blues Awards 2026, Kent blues rock trio The Zac Schulze Gang are pleased to announce their 2027 UK Headline Tour which includes their biggest London concert to date at The Islington Assembly Hall on Saturday February 27th.
Tickets go on sale 10am on Friday April 10th from alttickets.com, Gigantic.com and The Zac Schulze Gang.
The band are best known for their explosive live shows and their signature blend of 70’s classic blues rock and modern alternative influences. Guitarist Zac Schulze commands the punk intensity of Wilko Johnson, the blues rock finesse of Rory Gallagher, and the adrenaline-pumped rock presence of AC/DC’s Angus Young.
Over the past few years, the Kent-based trio have built a loyal following who are fans of their blistering, raw-to-the-bone live shows. They’ve toured the UK and Europe extensively and have supported the likes of Samantha Fish on several tours. Their explosive sound combines classic British R&B with punk urgency, first-class musicianship, and non-stop onstage excitement.
“The Zac Schulze Gang are an unstoppable force,
poised on the brink of something extraordinary.”
Released in September 2025, the band’s debut album Straight To It says it all. The trio doesn't mess around with niceties, preferring to play the kind of blues-infused rock'n'roll that grabs you by the throat.
Guitarist Zac Schulze, is a world-class shredder, playing with precision, speed, and passion, but the focus of the trio isn't just his solos. The Zac Schulze Gang is an undeniable gang, a group unified by a like-minded sensibility that adds an electrifying charge to their rock'n'roll. Zac rides the thunder generated by the rhythm section of his drummer brother Ben Schulze and bassist Ant Greenwell. The trio create a massive roar, without losing sight of what matters most, the songs.
The Zac Schulze Gang’s sound and work ethic harks back to the much-loved live dynamic and relentless touring schedules of 70s icons including Rory Gallagher and Dr Feelgood. Their unique sound also embodies elements of heritage classic rock acts like AC/DC and Thin Lizzy, while giving a nod to contemporary influences like Turnstile, Royal Blood and Queens of the Stone Age.
The Gang have made lasting impressions at festivals including Eric Clapton's Crossroads, Planet Rock's Winter End, Fairport's Cropredy Festival, and the Rory Gallagher Tribute Festival in Ballyshannon where the band first exploded onto the scene.
Zac Schulze won "Emerging Artist of the Year" at the UK Blues Awards 2024 and followed this by winning "Young Artist of the Year" at the UK Blues Awards in 2025 and 2026. With sold-out concerts in the Netherlands, Germany, and the UK, the Zac Schulze Gang are the band to watch.
DHP FAMILY and friends in association with THE MAIN THING
presents
THE ZAC SCHULZE GANG
FEBRUARY & MARCH 2027 UK TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM
ALTTICKETS.COM, GIGANTIC.COM,
ZACSCHULZEGANG.ROCKS/TOUR
Newcastle, The Cluny
Tuesday 23 February 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
36 Lime Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 2PQ
https://thecluny.com
Edinburgh, Voodoo Rooms
Wednesday 24 February 2027
Tickets: Gigiantic.com
19a W Register St, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA
www.thevoodoorooms.com
Glasgow, Stereo
Thursday 25 February 2027
Tickets: Gigantic.com
22-28 Renfield Lane, Glasgow, G2 5AR
www.stereocafebar.com
London, Islington Assembly Hall
Saturday 27 February 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
Upper St, Islington, London, N1 2UD
https://islingtonassemblyhall.co.uk/
Bristol, Thekla
Sunday 28 February 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
The Grove, East Mud Dock, Bristol, BS1 4RB
www.theklabristol.co.uk
Cardiff, The Globe
Tuesday 2 March 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
125 Albany Road, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 3NSA
https://www.globecardiff.co.uk
Southampton, The Joiners
Wednesday 3 March 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
1 St Mary Street, Southampton, SO14 1NS
https://www.facebook.com/joinerssouthampton/
Birmingham, Hare & Hounds
Thursday 4 March 2027
Tickets: alttickets.com
106 High St, King's Heath, Birmingham, B14 7JZ
https://hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk
# # #
NOVEMBER 2026 UK TOUR
Leeds, The Key Club
Tuesday 10 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
66 Merrion St, Leeds, LS2 8LW
www.thekeyclubleeds.com
Manchester, Night & Day
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
26 Oldham St, Manchester, M1 1JN
https://nightnday.org
York Crescent
Thursday 12 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
https://thecrescentyork.com
Norwich, Waterfront Studio
Friday 13 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
139-141 King St, Norwich, NR1 1QH
https://waterfrontnorwich.webflow.io
Brighton, Hope & Ruin
Saturday 14 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
11-12 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA
www.hope.pub
Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Sunday 15 November 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
Masonic Place, Goldsmith Street,
Nottingham, NG1 5LB
www.rescuerooms.com
# # #
THE ZAC SCHULZE GANG
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Steve Louw announces new single "Across The River" from upcoming album "Traces Of The Flood".
STEVE LOUW
NEW SINGLE: “ACROSS THE RIVER”
RELEASED 10 APRIL 2026
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO
NEW ALBUM: TRACES OF THE FLOOD
RELEASED 15 MAY 2026
PRE-ORDER ALBUM
Acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Steve Louw returns with a powerful new single, “Across The River,” offering listeners a deeply evocative preview of his forthcoming album, Traces of the Flood, set for release on May 15, 2026.
Released Friday, April 10, the new single is available on all streaming platforms HERE. Watch the music video on YouTube HERE. Pre-order the new album HERE.
“Across The River” is a slow-burning, emotionally resonant track that blends Louw’s signature storytelling with stripped-back instrumentation and atmospheric depth. The song explores themes of longing, separation, and transcendence, anchored by imagery that is both intimate and expansive.
With its recurring motif of crossing over, physical, emotional, and perhaps even spiritual, the single captures a sense of inevitability and enduring connection.
Driven by poetic lyricism, the track unfolds like a quiet reckoning. Lines such as “These four walls all I see / And I think of you” and “We’ll meet across the riverside” suggest both confinement and hope, while the refrain, “I’ll be with you, my love,” lingers as a promise that transcends circumstance. The narrative is deeply personal yet universally accessible, allowing listeners to project their own interpretations onto its layered meaning.
Musically, “Across The River” leans into a minimalist arrangement, allowing Louw’s voice and lyrics to take centre stage. Subtle textures and a measured pace create a sense of tension and release, mirroring the emotional arc of the song itself. The result is a track that feels timeless, rooted in classic songwriting traditions while remaining distinctly contemporary.
The single serves as a compelling introduction to Traces of the Flood, an album that promises to further explore themes of memory, resilience, and the passage of time. While full details of the album remain under wraps, “Across The River” hints at a body of work that is both reflective and sonically rich, marking a significant chapter in Louw’s ongoing artistic evolution.
Speaking about the release, Louw notes that the song emerged from a place of introspection: a meditation on connection in moments of uncertainty, and the enduring pull of love across distance and adversity.
Cut live in the studio with a full-tilt, rocking band, “Across the River” delivers a high-octane cry out to the ghosts that haunt us, to lost love, and to redemption. We all carry spirits with us, converse with them and wait to meet them all again, “Across the River”.
With “Across The River,” Steve Louw once again demonstrates his ability to craft music that resonates on a deeply human level, understated yet profound, intimate yet far-reaching.
“Across The River” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
Traces of the Flood will be released on 15 May 2026.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/Odeq94EPgmc
Listen/Download “Across The River”
ISRC Code: QM6MZ2594471. Running Time: 2:45
Bandcamp | Soundcloud | Spotify | iTunes
Steve Louw – Biography
Steve Louw (born 16 September 1955) is a South African musician and singer-songwriter who specialises in album rock, blues rock, country rock and Americana music. He was born in The Hague and has been active as a musician since 1981. He was inducted in the South African Rock Hall of Fame in 2003.
Louw, who was born Stephen Geoffrey Louw, learnt to play the guitar after being inspired by the music of Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, and Neil Young, and formed his first band, Atlantic Rose, while in high school in Cape Town in the late 1960s. While a student at Stellenbosch University in the 1970s he became involved in the local music scene, playing his own songs in various line-ups.
His career as a professional musician began in the early 1980s when he formed the band All Night Radio with fellow former Stellenbosch University students Nico Burger (guitar) and Rob Nagel (bass). The group recorded two albums – The Heart's the Best Part (1984) with US producer John Rollo, and The Killing Floor (1986), on which Louw began a partnership with producer Kevin Shirley that continues to this day.
Louw then formed the band Big Sky and in 1990 released their debut album, Waiting for the Dawn, again produced by Kevin Shirley. The album arrived just as South Africa began moving away from apartheid rule and the group's music helped soundtrack a decade of positive revolution. The title track is today considered a South African rock classic.
Big Sky released another five albums over the next 15 years: Horizon (1995), Going Down with Mr Green (1997), Best of the Decade (1999), Beyond the Blue (2002) and Trancas Canyon (2008); as well as the concert DVD Heart and Soul, filmed at Cape Town's Little Theatre in 2008.
Louw and Big Sky achieved considerable success in South Africa with sell-out tours and several major radio hits including "Kathleen", "Mr Green", "One Cut With A Knife", "Strange Room" and "Diamonds and Dirt". In 1996 the band won the FNB South African Music Award for “Best Pop Music Performance” and “Best Rock Album” for the album Horizon.
In 1998 Big Sky opened for US singer-songwriter Rodriguez on his triumphant debut tour of South Africa, with the musicians in the band also backing the US artist. The tour is chronicled in the 2012 Oscar-winning documentary Searching for Sugar Man.
Louw gained an international profile after he collaborated with Brian May (Queen) and Dave Stewart (the Eurythmics) on the track "Amandla", recorded for the 46664 Aids awareness project inspired by the work of Nelson Mandela.
In 2021 Louw returned with the album Headlight Dreams, produced by Kevin Shirley, and recorded in Nashville with crack studio musicians and featuring a guest appearance by US guitar legend Joe Bonamassa. The album received critical acclaim and the first single, "Wind in Your Hair", has become a popular Spotify hit.
Louw released his sophomore solo release Thunder and Rain on November 11, 2022, through BFD. The album was produced by Kevin Shirley and features Joe Bonamassa and Doug Lancio.
On 6 September 2024, Louw released his third solo album Between Time, produced by Kevin Shirley.
On 15 May 2026, Louw will release his fourth solo album Traces of the Flood, produced by Kevin Shirley.
STEVE LOUW
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09/04/2026
Jayler release new single & video for 'Need Your Love'.
NEW VIDEO/SINGLE ‘NEED YOUR LOVE
OUT NOW
DEBUT ALBUMVOICES UNHEARD OUT MAY 29TH
ALBUM RELEASE SHOWS, SIGNING SESSIONS ANNOUNCED
PRE-ORDER HERE
JAYLER, the electrifying UK rock band blending the spirit of rock’s golden age with a bold, raw modern edge, have released the video for their second single, ‘Need Your Love’. The track is a timeless groove-laden rock anthem and is taken from their debut album Voices Unheard, which is set for release on May 29th via Silver Lining Music. For pre-orders go to this location.
“‘Need Your Love’ is about those nights where you clock someone across the room and just go for it. There’s a kind of instinct that kicks in, something unspoken and a bit primal, where you’re drawn to each other without really knowing why. It’s not thought out, it just happens and is real. We’ve all been there in some way, just following the moment, the music and the energy and seeing where it takes us” - JAYLER
Watch/Listen to ‘Need Your Love’ here – video produced and created by Max Allcock.
JAYLER deliver swaggering riffs, soulful vocals and an unstoppable live energy, which is already seeing them known as a tour de force in the live arena. There’s a DNA and nod to classic British bands such as Led Zeppelin and Queen in the mix, but the band’s identity is rooted firmly in the present — loud, emotional and built to connect instantly.
The eagerly anticipated new album Voices Unheard will be released on May 29th 2026, via Silver Lining Music. Due to incredible demand and in celebration of the release, JAYLER will host a series of exclusive album launch shows and in-store signing sessions across the country, giving fans the opportunity to meet the band up close, have their albums signed and capture the moment with photos.
Each event offers exclusive album-and-ticket bundles. For dates and tickets visit: https://hyperurl.co/JAYLERAlbumLaunchShows
Watch/Listen to the band’s recently released digital single ‘Down Below’ here – video by George Perks & Moritz Schlinkheider videographers.
Following the band’s recent run in Brazil, including a performance with Guns N’ Roses and Lynyrd Skynyrd, and with a schedule spanning continents and iconic arenas, 2026 will see JAYLER bring their unfiltered intensity to their biggest audiences yet. The monumental run of live shows includes more than thirty dates supporting Deep Purple, with a one-night-only performance at the iconic Royal Albert Hall.
For tickets visit: jayler.co.uk
2026 Dates:
24 May – Ribs and Blues Festival, Raalte (NL)
30 May – Jacaranda Baltic, Liverpool (UK)***
31 May – HMV Vault, Birmingham (UK)***
1 June – The 100 Club, London (UK)***
2 June – Rough Trade, Nottingham (UK)***
3 June – Rough Trade, Bristol (UK)***
6 June – Sweden Rock Festival, Sölvesborg (SE)
4 July – AO Arena, Manchester (UK)*
5 July – bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham (UK)*
7 July – first direct bank arena, Leeds (UK)*
9 July – The 02, London (UK)*
11 July – 2000trees, Cheltenham (UK)
21-22 August – Parkenfestivalen, Bodø, (NO)
29 Sep – Arena 8888, Sofia (BG)**
1 Oct – BT Arena, Cluj-Napoca (RO)**
2 Oct – Papp László Sportaréna, Budapest (HU)**
4 Oct – TIPOS Aréna, Bratislava (SK)**
5 Oct – Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna (AT)**
7 Oct – O2 Arena, Prague (CZ)**
8 Oct – Atlas Arena, Łódź (PL)**
10 Oct – Stark Arena, Belgrade (RS)**
11 Oct – Boris Trajkovski Arena, Skopje (MK)**
13 Oct – Telekom Center Athens, Marousi (GR)**
16 Oct – Hallenstadion, Zürich (CH)**
17 Oct – Unipol Forum, Milan (IT) **
19 Oct – Sant Jordi Club, Barcelona (ES)**
20 Oct – Movistar Arena, Madrid (ES)
22 Oct – Adidas Arena, Paris (FR)**
23 Oct – Lotto Arena, Antwerp (BE)**
25 Oct – Royal Arena, Copenhagen (DK)**
26 Oct – Avicii Arena, Stockholm (SE)**
28 Oct – Spektrum Arena, Oslo (NO)**
29 Oct – Scandinavium, Gothenburg (SE)**
31 Oct – Qi Arena, Leipzig (DE)**
1 Nov – Sporthalle, Hamburg (DE)**
3 Nov – Westfalenhalle, Dortmund (DE)**
4 Nov – Uber Arena, Berlin (DE)**
6 Nov – Festhalle, Frankfurt (DE)**
7 Nov – Arena, Nuremberg (DE)**
9 Nov – Ziggodome, Amsterdam (NL)**
10 Nov – Zénith, Strasbourg (FR)**
12 Nov – Arkéa Arena, Bordeaux (FR)**
13 Nov – Zénith Nantes Métropole, Saint-Herblain (FR)**
15 Nov – LDLC Arena, Lyon (FR)**
18 Nov – Utilita Arena, Newcastle (UK)**
19 Nov – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (UK)**
21 Nov – bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham (UK)**
22 Nov – AO Arena, Manchester (UK)**
24 Nov – Eventim Apollo, London (UK)**
25 Nov – Royal Albert Hall, London (UK)**
*Special Guests to Sammy Hagar
**Special Guests to Deep Purple
***Acoustic & Electric Album Launch Shows
More shows around the world to be announced soon.
At a time when so much of 2026 feels manufactured, JAYLER cut through with something real.
Voices Unheard will be available as a CD, 12” Vinyl Album variant and digital formats. For pre-orders, go to this location
Track Listing:
- Intro
- Down Below
- Riverboat Queen
- Need Your Love
- The Getaway
- Bittersweet
- Hate to See it End
- Over the Mountain
- Alectrona
- Lovemaker
- The Rinsk
Produced by George Perks
JAYLER:
James Bartholomew – Vocals / Guitar
Tyler Arrowsmith – Guitar
Ricky Hodgkiss – Bass / Keys
Ed Evans – Drums
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Deer Tick - New single/video 'Everything Born' out now - New album 'Coin-O-Matic' out 5 June.
On 5th June, Providence’s Deer Tick will release their ninth studio album, 'Coin-O-Matic', via ATO. Today, they tease the album with a new single, the intimate 'Everything Born', which touches on the LP’s underlying theme of impermanence. The band’s guitarist/singer Ian O’Neil shares: “‘Everything Born’ was written quickly about the tenuousness of life and the precious time we have to spend with the people that come into our lives. It’s about family, friends, neighbors, strangers and how these thoughts burrow a little deeper the older we get. I was thinking about my son and the people of Providence, RI while writing it.”
LISTEN TO 'EVERYTHING BORN' HERE
Deer Tick recently went into Rhode Island’s Big Nice Studio and filmed the song live:
WATCH VIDEO HERE
Deer Tick announced 'Coin-O-Matic' with lead single, the ramshackle jangle-pop 'Mary Singletary', which saw support from Stereogum, Consequence, Brooklyn Vegan and more. The track was the #1 most added at AAA radio last week.
'Coin-O-Matic' casts a bright light on a little-known facet of the American mythos: the hidden histories of the band’s home state of Rhode Island, where the everyday dramas of working-class families long collided with the menace of the mafia underworld. As they tapped into their infinite fascination with that strange duality, singer/guitarist John McCauley, guitarist/singer Ian O’Neil, drummer/singer Dennis Ryan, and bassist Christopher Ryan assembled a batch of songs exploring desperation, grief, redemption, and resilience with both cinematic detail and lived-in emotionality. A sharp new turn from one of indie-rock’s most enduringly vital forces, Coin-O-Matic arrives as a complicated love letter to a way of life slowly slipping from the collective memory.
The follow-up to Emotional Contracts (hailed by Uncut as one of 2023’s best albums), Coin-O-Matic takes its title from a cigarette-vending-machine company that served as the headquarters of Raymond Patriarca—a legendary mobster who ran one of the most ruthless crime families in U.S. history. “If you grew up in Rhode Island years ago, you’d see all these mobsters on the news and then run into them at a restaurant on Federal Hill,” says McCauley, referring to Providence’s version of Little Italy. “They were criminals but also very colorful characters, and I wanted the album to partly reflect a certain nostalgia for that kind of seediness.”
Recorded at Deer Tick’s home studio, Coin-O-Matic marks their first self-produced album in their two-decade-plus lifespan and features guest musicians like Los Lobos’ Steve Berlin (on baritone saxophone) and former Deer Tick member Rob Crowell (on organ). The album frequently brings a live-wire immediacy to their finespun storytelling. “We’ve never been so comfortable making a record, and I think you can feel that in the performances,” says Dennis, who engineered the LP. “We weren’t beholden to anyone else’s idea of what Deer Tick sounds like, and because of that, this album feels like an unfettered capturing of who we are as a band.”
In its soulful contemplation of recklessness and consequence, longing and devotion, Coin-O-Matic ultimately joins the canon of rock albums whose geographically rooted storytelling reveals deeper truths about the human experience. “I think there’s something universal in stories of regret and loss and poor decisions, even if they’re told through the lens of all the odd characters in this little state of ours,” O’Neil points out. “One of the reasons I wanted us to make this album is that I think Rhode Island deserves to be a contender for a place that people sing about,” McCauley adds. “Sonically, there’s nothing country about it, but to me it almost feels like a country record set in an urban environment—there’s definitely some outlaws in there. I hope that people see themselves in it, and that they understand a little more about the place that we come from.”
'COIN-O-MATIC' TRACKLISTING
1. Dog Years
2. Mary Singletary
3. Endless Loop
4. Sweetest Thing
5. ACI
6. Everything Born
7. Eyelid
8. I Am an Island
9. 507 Smith
10. Exit Door
11. Candy Cigarettes
WATCH 'MARY SINGLETARY' VIDEO HERE
www.instagram.com/deertickmusic
PRE-ORDER 'COIN-O-MATIC' HERE
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express - New single 'Shemesh' out today - New album 'Ranjha' out via World Circuit/BMG on 8th May.
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express, who release their new album 'Ranjha' through World Circuit/BMG on 8th May, have today unveiled their new single 'Shemesh'. Following the release last month of the album's title track, 'Shemesh' is accompanied by a video directed by Ian Patrick. Produced by Sam Petts-Davies and recorded at Greenwood's Oxfordshire studio, 'Ranjha' is the follow-up to 2015's widely acclaimed album 'Junun'. Presented on special Red & Coral Splatter vinyl, in a gatefold sleeve, on CD, and as a download, 'Ranjha' is available for pre-order.
HEAR NEW SINGLE 'SHEMESH' & WATCH VIDEO
In 2015, Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood, and their Indian collaborators, The Rajasthan Express, released 'Junun', accompanied by Paul Thomas Anderson’s documentary of the same name. 'Junun' was widely acclaimed both for what it was – a joyous synthesis of the sensibilities of several wildly divergent musical backgrounds – and for what it wasn’t. All concerned were determined that 'Junun' would be neither solemn experimental exercise nor polite cultural exchange. The musicians ensconced themselves and longtime Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich in the 15th-century Mehrangarh fort in Jodhpur and created something real.
A decade or so later, they’ve done it again. The personnel who made 'Ranjha' are (mostly) the same, the location (Oxford) is different and the ambition consistent: to conjure and communicate something of the transformative feeling that Shye recalls gripping him on his initial exposure to the sound in which he has since immersed himself. “The first time I heard Indian music,” he says, “I didn’t speak Urdu at that point, so I couldn’t really understand the lyrics. But I felt it physically. It changed my life. It made me move to India and dedicate myself to it.”
Shye Ben Tzur was born in New York City and raised in Israel. He was 19 when he saw the Indian flautist Hariprasad Chaurasia and tabla player Zakir Hussain in concert in Jerusalem, and felt that his destiny had been decided. He relocated to Ajmer, in Rajasthan, married into an Indian family, learned the languages and founded The Rajasthan Express, a supergroup of musicians adept in the Sufi devotional singing known as Qawwali, the folk music of Rajasthan and, when necessary, furnishing a thumping brass section.
Jonny Greenwood, lead guitarist and multi-instrumentalist with Radiohead, has been on various other musical journeys of his own. He has composed film scores for – among others – Paul Thomas Anderson, Jane Campion and Tran Anh Hung, arranged strings for The Pretenders and Frank Ocean and was commissioned by BBC Proms for his piece ‘Horror vacui’, for which he won the ‘Large Orchestral Award’ at the Ivors. In 2023, Greenwood collaborated with the Israeli rock musician Dudu Tassa on 'Jarak Qaribak', an album of well-known Middle Eastern love songs, all adored across the region, on which the guest vocalists were asked to step across geographic borders – an Egyptian singer did the Algerian song, a Palestinian picked up the Lebanese selection, an Israeli performed the Moroccan one, an Emirati the Israeli.
The sequel to 'Junun' was not supposed to be this long in coming. “No,” says Shye. “Even when we were on the Radiohead tour (2017 and 2018), we were already working on new songs”. Jonny recalls further writing sessions in Italy at around that time, before the work, like everything else, was postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic. One decision had been made, however, which is that they would not return to the fort, but instead record their second album in a more orthodox studio – the same Oxford studio in which Jonny has recently been recording as The Smile with Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and jazz drummer Tom Skinner (Skinner would also eventually be enlisted to play on “Ranjha”). Assembling everyone in the same place was a considerable logistical undertaking: 21 musicians and/or singers are credited on the album, most of them from a long way away.
“It was a very different experience,” agrees Shye. “It was about getting a clearer sound in a more controlled environment, but using the features of the studio to be creative in a completely different way. So I think it sounds very different.” What 'Ranjha' does share with 'Junun' is the willingness of all concerned to go with what happened when everyone’s ideas were brought to bear upon the song-sketches Shye brought with him. “With Shye’s songs,” says Jonny, “you feel dangerously like you can ruin them quite easily by imposing western chords on them, like you’re forcing a square into a circle. But at the same time, a lot of the songs just seem to come to life as soon as there was some of that. . . I’ve always wanted to turn this band into a funk group.”
For all involved, 'Ranjha' has been, as 'Junun' was, a cascade of pleasant surprises. For the listener, it’s a testament to the power of allowing unselfconscious curiosity to get the better of you. “I can get awkward talking about this,” says Jonny, “because Shye is so sincere about it. I’m used to songs about alienation, songs which are about serious things, but not spiritual things. If an English band just sang religious or spiritually inspired songs and poetry, it would be very unusual.”
None of which strikes Shye as necessarily any obstacle to enjoying 'Ranjha' – and perhaps even to allowing this music to beguile newcomers to it as it once entranced him. “You feel this music on your body,” he says. “Then it affects your emotional state when you hear the melodies. Then come the words and the lyrics. If people want to go deeper, they’ll find a rich world of music. And this album is maybe like a window into that phenomenal tradition.”
‘RANJHA’ TRACKLISTING
1. SHIQWA
2. MARBOLOT
3. RANJHA
4. SHEMESH
5. SHIQWA (REPRISE)
6. ISHQ-E-MAJNUN
7. SAQI
8. MARBOLOT (REPRISE)
9. AVIV
10. MUSTT
11. SHARMINDA
LISTEN TO TITLE TRACK 'RANJHA' HERE
WATCH VIDEO FOR TITLE TRACK 'RANJHA' HERE
PRE-ORDER 'RANJHA' HERE
World Circuit Records Announce 40th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue Series - Ali Farka Touré's 'Savane' out 29 May.
WORLD CIRCUIT RECORDS CELEBRATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A SERIES OF COLOUR VINYL RE-RELEASES OF SOME OF THE LABEL'S LANDMARK RECORDS
SERIES KICKS OFF WITH ALI FARKA TOURÉ'S CLASSIC ALBUM 'SAVANE'
SPECIAL EDITION GATEFOLD SLEEVE, YELLOW VINYL DOUBLE LP + 16 PAGE BOOKLET OUT 29TH MAY.
World Circuit Records have announced a series of colour vinyl re-releases of some of the label's most iconic albums as a celebration of its 40th Anniversary.
The albums are set to be released throughout 2026, with specific release dates to be confirmed shortly. Here is the full list:
Ali Farka Touré - Savane (20th anniversary)
Buena Vista Social Club - Buena Vista Social Club (30th anniversary)
Afro-Cuban All Stars - A Toda Cuba Le Gusta (30th anniversary)
Oumou Sangaré - Moussolou
Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela – Rejoice
Ibrahim Ferrer - Buena Vista Social Club Present Ibrahim Ferrer
World Circuit Records has established its reputation by producing some of the finest albums of the past three decades, specialising in music from Cuba and West Africa but also introducing audiences to a diverse range of exceptional music from other corners of the globe.
The label is best known for the Grammy-winning ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ album, which at over 8 million copies is the biggest-selling ‘global’ music album of all time, and contributed to the phenomenal rise in popularity of Cuban music. The extraordinary acclaim of the original album also provided a launchpad for solo albums from the Grammy-winning Ibrahim Ferrer, Omara Portuondo, Rubén González, Guajiro Mirabal, as well as innovative albums by Cachaíto López and Angá Díaz, both of which helped redefine Cuban music for the 21st century.
World Circuit is also home to several prestigious African artists. Legendary Malian blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré’s classic Grammy-winning ‘Talking Timbuktu’, recorded with Ry Cooder, brought the label early international acclaim. Malian superstar Oumou Sangaré, the revered kora player Toumani Diabaté, the legendary Orchestra Baobab, and musical maverick Cheikh Lô from Senegal have all emerged as major stars around the globe. World Circuit launched the careers of Malian singer-songwriter Fatoumata Diawara and Trio Da Kali, and, more recently, released the critically acclaimed collaboration between Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela, ‘REJOICE’, as well as Afel Bocoum’s celebrated ‘Lindé’ and Afrika Experss presents... with Bahidorá.
The force behind all these landmark records has been the internationally acclaimed, multiple Grammy-winning producer and World Circuit co-founder, Nick Gold. In 2006, The New York Times described Gold as a “musical matchmaker… (who), in the age of corporate music conglomerates, has built a small empire on personal taste, tight quality control, and canny marketing.”
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The series will kick off with 'Savane', Ali Farka Touré’s final solo studio album, and a deeply resonant “farewell” work, on 29th May. It will be released as a special edition gatefold sleeve, yellow vinyl double-LP, with a 16-page booklet. Pre-order the album here.
Recorded in Bamako, Mali, with his specially assembled down-home ngoni group, and often acclaimed as his finest album, ‘Savane’ is both one of the most traditional and seemingly the most blues-drenched of Ali’s recordings. The album, produced by Nick Gold and originally released in July 2006, celebrates its 20th anniversary with a limited-edition yellow double vinyl, housed in a gatefold sleeve. Whether you’ve lived with the music for two decades or are discovering it anew, this edition invites you to experience Savane with fresh eyes and ears.
Tracklisting:
Side A
1. Erdi
2. Yer Boundo Fara
3. Beto
4. Savane
Side B
1. Soya
2. Penda Yoro
3. Machengoidi
4. Ledi Coumbe
5. Hanana
Side C
1. Soko Yhinka
2. Gambari Didi
3. Banga
4. N’Jarou
PRE-ORDER 'SAVANE' HERE
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Red Giant release "It's All Gone Wrong" single from "Red Giant: Vol. 1" E.P.
RED GIANT
NEW SINGLE – “IT’S ALL GONE WRONG”
RELEASED WEDNESDAY 8 APRIL 2026
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO
“RED GIANT – VOL.1” EP
RELEASED WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL 2026
PRE-ORDER THE E.P.
Red Giant’s new single “It’s All Gone Wrong” is released Wednesday April 8th, and is available on all streaming platforms HERE. Watch the official music video HERE.
“It’s All Gone Wrong” is the second single from Red Giant’s highly anticipated E.P. Red Giant – Vol. 1 released Wednesday April 29th. The E.P. is available to pre-order HERE.
Dave Simpson is the lead guitarist and vocalist of Red Giant. He has built a dedicated following on his YouTube Channel with over 146,000 subscribers.
“We sing another song for you in the hope it might get through,” is the takeaway line from Red Giant’s latest single “It’s All Gone Wrong.”
It is a plangent outpouring of frustration aimed at the current state of the music industry. With hard working musicians having to compete in an ever increasingly corporate world of nostalgia acts and auto-tuned performers.
Red Giant’s passionate plea for recognition, not just for themselves but for all musicians offering original music seems to be falling often upon deaf ears.
The world is constantly changing, and music is no exception. To ignore the spirituality and feelings of human emotions generated in favour of A.I. music is a dead end in songwriting and music.
The greatest art was not created by teams of writers. It was created from the outpourings of the human soul with feelings of inspiration not through the filter of technology.
“It’s All Gone Wrong” is not just a plea for recognition. It is a warning to the world.
“Red Giant – Vol. 1” – EP Track list
1. Are You Alright? (3:04)
2. Can’t Find Me (4:08)
3. It's All Gone Wrong (4:32)
4. Overcome (4:03)
Dave Simpson – Guitars & Vocals
John Joe Gaskin – Drums
Johnny Simpson – Bass Guitar
Mixed, produced, and mastered by Matt Crawford
Recorded at Superfly Studios
Music Video by Totty Simpson
All songs written by David Simpson
"It’s All Gone Wrong" copyright 2026 Radio Silent Records
Red Giant are the ones to watch on the UK live circuit. With an extremely successful 2025 the band is looking to capitalize on their forward momentum with their highly anticipated E.P. that features four brand-new songs.
The band is playing and sounding better than ever with strong live performances and confidence. Watch out. 2026 looks like it’ll be another exciting year for Red Giant.
RED GIANT – BIOGRAPHY
Lead songwriter, guitarist and vocalist, David Simpson first picked up the guitar at 16 years old. Since that time David has been a prominent performer in several bands over the years and co-founded Red Giant at the beginning of 2024.
David decided after years of playing in other bands it was time to follow his own musical style. The music he was writing did not fit the bands he was playing with, and he soon set up his own group, The Dave Simpson Trio.
The trio performed all over the UK for years and was a very established blues rock band, but in 2024 the band wanted a change. Not just in name but in style, opting for a heavier rockier approach to go along with the new songs David was writing.
Red Giant was born. Not long after the name change the band went into the studio to record their self-titled debut album.
David hosts a popular YouTube Channel that has amassed over 146,000 subscribers due to his unique guitar playing style and expertise on the instrument.
David has been incredibly open about his struggles with mental health, and his blunt openness has helped countless others deal with their personal traumas. David’s work ethic is outstanding, tirelessly working on songs and videos while also performing and collaborating with other musicians.
John Joe Gaskin, the drummer for Red Giant, also started playing drums at the age of sixteen. As soon as he found the drums he wanted to do nothing else. He’s dedicated his life to the instrument.
John Joe is an absolute powerhouse of a drummer with a supernatural sense of time and is the bedrock of the band. Widely known as a dynamic and versatile performer, playing nationwide in the UK and Europe John Joe is comfortable with any style of music.
John Joe not only performs his duties as the drummer of Red Giant but is also the joker of the band with his wicked sense of humour who keeps everyone laughing.
RED GIANT
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Sneaker Pimps' Ian Pickering shares 'Commercial Road', previewing The Noise Who Runs' new 'RE: GEN X' album.
FOR FANS OF: Idles, Sneaker Pimps, Ian Brown, Death In Vegas, The Fall, Ian Dury, LCD Soundsystem, UNKLE, Sun Atoms, Nightmares on Wax
FOCUS TRACKS Bang Bang, The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again, Commercial Road, Trust Me I'm a Psychopath, The Summer Talking, Home Front Truths
'Commercial Road' ISRC code - QT6EY2570927
'Bang Bang' ISRC code - QT6EY2570920
'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' ISRC code - QT6EY2570924
FOR SHARING
'Commercial Road' video https://youtu.be/q1QSdRPyHzI
Bandcamp https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/track/commercial-road-2
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/0MFiBeobThnQCwKMyBoSDF
'Bang Bang' video
https://youtu.be/SC15o1vh7hs
Bandcamp https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/track/bang-bang-2
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/398XmsWAlx0oA2CfnR01bj
'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' video https://youtu.be/imIF6Ro1k98
Bandcamp https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/track/the-bodies-are-under-the-bus-again-2
'Come and Join The Beautiful' Army' EP (2024) https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/album/come-and-join-the-beautiful-army
"Remarkable, urgent and unflinching, The Noise Who Runs delivers a rush of pure pop adrenaline that sparks like a flickering conscience, turning a moment of reflection into a revelation we urgently need" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Poetic brutality... the anthemic grace and stature of something by The Sisters of Mercy: it has an Arctic chill through which a lyrical, passionate heat radiates" ~ Backseat Mafia
"Beguiling... anthemic yet accessible, gothic, grand and graceful, delicately dance-driven and dark, coiled and ornate" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"Ethereal electronic intimation... true splendour and prowess" ~ Ringmaster Review
UK alt-pop artist The Noise Who Runs presents 'Commercial Road', previewing the 'RE: GEN X' album, forthcoming via TNWR Records. A stark and confrontational snapshot of moral paralysis in an age that mistakes spectacle for substance, this song is set against the symbolic backdrop of a real street that becomes a metaphor for transaction, decay and quiet complicity. The song dissects a world where everything is for sale — bodies, truths, and even outrage itself.
The opening lines immediately establish a tone of uncomfortable intimacy, pulling the listener into scenes of exploitation and denial. Relationships are reframed as exchanges, identity as something eroded — whether through commodification (“trades promises for money”) or chemical numbness (“lithium disfigures what vanity implodes”). These are not just personal tragedies; they are symptoms of a broader cultural sickness, where the pursuit of profit renders the individual expendable, turning institutional failure into a practiced, daily routine.
The Noise Who Runs is songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Ian Pickering, known for his work with Sneaker Pimps and Front Line Assembly. Native to Hartlepool in the north-east of England, Pickering co-authored such Sneaker Pimps hits as 'Spin Spin Sugar', '6 Underground' and 'Tesko Suicide'. In 2019, he launched this project, three years after relocating to Lille, France.
“Commercial Road is not a protest song in the traditional sense, it does have a kind of pre-'Out of Time' R.E.M. thing about it, even a Dylanesque aspect but it doesn’t offer solutions or slogans. Instead, it holds up a mirror: cold, unsentimental, and accusatory. It asks what we tolerate, what we ignore, and what we quietly become as a result. In a culture addicted to noise, it’s maybe a reminder that the real danger isn’t the fire — it’s the absence of it where it counts,” says Ian Pickering.
Earlier, The Noise Who Runs shared the timely anti-war song 'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' and the lead track, 'Bang Bang'. Capturing the psychic exhaustion of life lived inside permanent crisis mode, this is a song about running on empty — physically, emotionally, politically — where outrage replaces thought and reaction substitutes for responsibility.
The Noise Who Runs' new offerings follow the 2024 EP ‘Come and Join the Beautiful Army’ and the 2023 debut album ‘Preteretrospective’, both released to rave reviews and airplay in more than 60 countries. As with those, the new record was mixed and mastered by Colin C at The Cell Studio.
'RE: GEN X' is both a reckoning and a reply — a response from within a generation that inherited progress, equality, and expanding liberty, but failed to defend them when they came under threat. Framed by the cultural optimism of late-1980s youth and the 1990s second summer of love, the album questions how a generation defined by scepticism, freedom, and possibility became comfortable with inaction as those gains were slowly dismantled and how scepticism hardened into detachment, irony replaced action, and silence came to feel like neutrality. Rather than nostalgia, it offers a critique of passivity: what happens when a generation knows better, but does nothing.
On RE: GENX, Pickering documents a civilization caught in a downward spiral of its own making. The album frames systemic greed, perpetual warfare, and the erosion of human dignity not as anomalies, but as the foundational mechanics of a world engineered for its own ruin. It serves as a cold assessment of a society fueled by the interests of the elite, leaving behind a singular, urgent uncertainty: whether a collective realization of this decay can actually dismantle the structures of power or if the momentum of destruction has become unstoppable.
On April 8, 'Commercial Road' is available from fine music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. On May 8, the "RE: GEN X" album will be released via TNWR Records.
ALBUM TRACK LIST
01 The Summer Talking
02 Bang Bang
03 Trust Me I'm A Psychopath
04 This Song Sucks (Mind The Gap)
05 Just The English Way
06 The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again
07 Home Front Truths
08 We Are Breach
09 Commercial Road
10 All Assuming You
CREDITS
Music & lyrics written by Ian Pickering
Performed by The Noise Who Runs
Recorded, engineered & produced by The Noise Who Runs
Additional production by Colin Cameron at The Cell Studios
Mixed & mastered by Colin C. at The Cell Studio
Video by Ian Pickering
Cover artwork and layout by Ian Pickering
Artist photos by Lucie Logier
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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Austin electronic outfit XANIMAL present transcendent single “The Awakening” ft. Nagavalli.
FOR FANS OF: Delerium, William Orbit, Thievery Corporation, Enigma, Peter Gabriel, Morcheeba, Massive Attack, Zero 7
INFLUENCED BY: Massive Attack, The Knife, Human League, Yaz / Yazoo, Talk Talk, Madonna, LCD Soundsystem, Blondie
ISRC code QMEU32600164
FOR SHARING
'The Awakening' ft Nagavalli video https://youtu.be/Fas2hEismsI
Bandcamp https://newhumanmusic.bandcamp.com/track/the-awakening (out now)
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EuIa5GziTMVPNVGTyQOv4 (out April 21)
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/xanimal/1762992028 (out April 21)
'Love Axis' single (2024)
https://newhumanmusic.bandcamp.com/track/love-axis
"Hope, transcendence, and emotional release... With its restless experimentation and boundary-pushing spirit... innovation isn’t the exception—it’s the standard. This is electro-pop with a passport and a pulse" ~ God Is In The TV Zine
Electronic collective XANIMAL presents 'The Awakening', a high vibration track that reflects our shifting consciousness, weaving trip-hop rhythms with evocative world music elements across a downtempo landscape. This is a call to awareness, a reminder that we are all part of something greater and that, as the world evolves, so do we. The video was created by Fumihito Sugawara for Fumanstudios, who also designed the cover artwork.
Based in Austin, XANIMAL is made up of Claude McCan (Claude9, 35MM, Supercreeps), Noëlle Hampton (The Belle Sounds) and Ken Christensen (Love Athletics, East Coast Boogiemen). But on this single, East and West co-mingle harmoniously thanks to a collaboration with fellow Austin musician Nagavalli that infuses this track with meditative tranquility. An Indian-American artist, her brand of “Eastern Soul” blends pop, rock and trance with east-Indian overtones and melodies.
'The Awakening' is XANIMAL's second single, here lush atmospheric synths and hypnotic tablas unfold into funky breakbeats, creating a dynamic sonic landscape. Vocalist Noëlle Hampton delivers a haunting narrative of disillusionment and loss, reflecting the uncertainty and shadows of the modern world. In contrast, Nagavalli's ethereal vocalizations elevate the track, infusing it with a sense of hope and transcendence.
"We decided early on that XANIMAL was going to be a collaborative project and we knew we wanted to join forces with our friend Nagavalli at some point. She is truly magical and brings so much emotion and expression with her singing. I asked Claude if he could create something with a trance like world vibe, and he absolutely delivered. With Nagavalli’s vocals, our vision was complete," says Noëlle Hampton.
"We are having a massive awakening right now. Some of us are realizing our complicity through the inaction that led us here. Some are waking up from being in a gigantic cult of misinformation, misogyny, racism and fear. And some remain there, unfortunately. It certainly feels like we are right up against something massive in our consciousness, something that will hopefully lead to a better world. We will need to make our way through a dark time for a while but I believe a better life will prevail."
Not confined to a single genre, sound, or perspective, XANIMAL's music is a journey across sonic worlds -- ever-changing and ever-exploring. For instance, their debut single 'Love Axis', was remarkably different, a dance track that is more rooted in the bright pulse of 80s synth-pop. Hampton shares, "Our first release leaned into the dance track genre, lighter in mood and sexy. The world has changed a lot since then and I thought it would be appropriate to create something that mirrored the emotional turmoil we are all facing right now as our second track."
XANIMAL's creative vision grows from the understanding that their music doesn’t have to live within predictable confines, but instead should push genre boundaries and exist in its own space. Anchored by Hampton’s ethereal yet soulful vocals, they are emerging as a trio open to collaboration with other artists of a similar mind -- at home or around the globe.
"When we began working on new music after our first single, we initially built a groovy disco track and laid down some vocals. But then the presidential election happened, and suddenly that disco energy didn’t feel right. It no longer matched what we needed to express. I’ve always been drawn to darker, trip-hop–influenced grooves, so when Noëlle suggested shifting in that direction, it felt like the perfect move," says Claude McCann.
"When Noëlle delivered the lyrics and vocals, everything clicked—they fit the music so naturally. I knew we had something special. This track pulls together so much of my musical history while reflecting the emotional weight of the world right now. We wanted to reach beyond ourselves and connect with our Austin community. Nagavalli was someone we’d long hoped to collaborate with, and bringing her into the project opened the door to a more global sound. Her Eastern Soul vocals completely blew us away."
Released via New Human Music, 'The Awakening' is available as a Bandcamp exceexclusive until April 21, which it will also be available from other digital platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music. Further releases are anticipated later this year.
CREDITS
Lyrics by Noëlle Hampton. Music by Claude McCan
Noëlle Hampton – lead & Background vocals and lyrics, vocal melodies
Claude9 – drum and synth programming, Music composition
Nagavalli Medicharla – additional vocals
Produced by Claude McCan and Noëlle Hampton
Mixed & recorded by Claude McCan at Claude9 Studios in Austin, Texas
Mastered by Max Lorenzen at Rare Ear Studio
Released via New Human Music
Cover artwork & video by Fumihito Sugawara for Fumanstudios
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
Artist photos by Mark Guerra
Keep up with XANIMAL
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Keep up with Nagavalli
Website | Bandcamp | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music
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Henry’s Funeral Show Announce July 2026 Headline Luton Date.
Their headline Luton debut takes place on Friday 31st July 2026 in the intimate surroundings of The Bear Club London—
Tuesday 7th April 2026.
Henry’s Funeral Shoe was formed by two brothers from South Wales, inspired and influenced by many of the albums that singer/guitarist Aled Clifford had looted from his father’s vinyl collection when he was growing up. The Who, CCR, Peter Green, Robert Johnson and The Beatles were favourites, and Aled quickly became a gifted guitar player, aided and taught by Ned Edwards, a long-time collaborator of Van Morrison.
His younger brother Brennig started playing drums at nine. At fifteen he joined a local band, learning his trade by performing covers of The Clash and Thin Lizzy before moving on to writing original material. The brothers have finally joined forces to create some of the loudest soulful rock’n’roll to come out the UK in a long time.
Don’t think two guys can make much of a noise? Think White Stripes, think Black Keys…. think
Henry’s Funeral Shoe! These guys make a helluva racket….
The date follows a sold-out co-headline show at The Patriot (Home Of Rock) in Crumlin, Wales with The Virginmarys in March 2026.
Their 2025 single ‘Hey!!! (What’s Your Pleasure?)’ received praise from Classic Rock Magazine, The Strange Brew and
Just Listen To This amongst others.
With more dates lined up for this year, this is your opportunity to catch Henry’s Funeral Shoe’s debut at The Bear Club.
“By the look of tonight’s crowd, they’ve got a following bordering on fanatical. Great big fat blues infused bells that are still ringing in my ears!” – Louder Than War
“Thumping good music with a timeless sound. They have an ear for a hit and deliver in killers not fillers.” - Classic Rock Magazine
“Stunning album by Welsh blues brothers.” — UNCUT
Date: Friday 31st July 2026
Venue Address: The Bear Club, Mill Yard, 24A Guildford St, Luton LU1 2NR
Doors 7pm / Music 8.30pm
Venue Information: All seating/tables are first come first served.
Ticket Link:
https://www.the-bear.club/whats-on/henrys-funeral-shoe-j434e2
Please note that event details are subject to change. Check the venue’s official website for the most up-to-date information.
Official Website:
https://www.henrysfuneralshoe.com/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/henrysfuneralshoe
07/04/2026
Robin Ross & The Melodynes Revive 60s Flower Power with New Single "All I Want (Is A Lover)".
FOR FANS OF: The Mamas and The Papas, The Byrds, The Lovin' Spoonful, The Turtles
INFLUENCED BY: Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Jacks Maze
ISRC code QZV9C2300002
FOR SHARING
'All I Want (Is A Lover)' video https://youtu.be/KNgKeu5BD3I
Bandcamp
https://robinross.bandcamp.com/track/all-i-want-is-a-lover
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/4SKxITRBOhAcggLalifGFs
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robin-ross/1640503541
'Mind Space' album https://robinross.bandcamp.com/album/mind-space
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/2jlv1wJiQTmXvwWEpONgjv
'Campfire on the Moon' video https://youtu.be/EvcXnpvuE1Q
'Spill No Mo Wine' video https://youtu.be/ya4lLg9uggA
Robin Ross & The Melodynes are back with their new single "All I Want (Is A Lover)", bringing the sun-drenched sounds of the 1960s back to the forefront. Buoyant rhythms and warm acoustic textures carry a message of emotional openness, celebrating the kind of connection where love feels effortless and unrestrained.
A masterclass in flower power pop with a modern soul, the track has already caught the attention of major television supervisors, landing a featured spot in the star-studded Apple TV+ and Peacock original series "Margo’s Got Money Troubles". Starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman and Nicole Kidman, the series features the song during a pivotal scene in its second episode, airing April 15, 2026.
The single's classic wishful vibe complements the narrative of this show, which tells the story of a young mother navigating fame and financial struggle. The dropout daughter of a former Hooters waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, Margo is an aspiring writer faced with mounting debt and a new baby.
Appearing on the trail of their new "Mind Space" album, this track recalls the timeless harmony of The Mamas & The Papas mixed with the melodic grit of Tom Petty and The Kinks. With its retro-inspired charm and breezy, nostalgic tone, the track captures a longing for acceptance and authenticity, inviting listeners to leave behind expectations and embrace a bond that feels natural and true.
Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio in Milford, Pennsylvania, this single was produced and mixed by Robin Ross, along with supervising engineer Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn).
Written and performed by Robin Ross (guitar, bass and percussion) and JoEllen Gaetani (vocals), this feel-good anthem blends vintage influence with a timeless sense of optimism, echoing the spirit of an era while speaking to the freedom of loving without limits.
"I was recording a C-B-Am progression when a melody just flowed out, which I captured on a vocal scratch track. JoEllen and I later sat down to refine those initial takes, weaving my original phrasing into a cohesive story and writing new lines to perfectly fill the space," says Robin Ross.
"The song is about letting love live without the stigma often placed on those who don't 'match the norm.' Inspired by our own lives and the experience of being judged as a couple, this track is about moving past that and letting love flow like an atom in flight. It’s 'All I Want.'"
Emerging from the 80s New Jersey and New York music scenes, Robin Ross is now a central figure in the creative pulse of Milford, PA. A multi-faceted musician, songwriter, and producer for 30+ years, he has released numerous albums while launching and developing several recording spaces, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near NYC. He has since grown his current hub, Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio into a creative sanctuary and production house.
In the early ’90s, Robin Ross co-founded Laughing Jack (later Jack’s Maze), known for their progressive rock style. After a lengthy hiatus, 2021 marked a return to form, building his recording studio and reuniting with bandmates Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan and Joe Torres to record new material, with a fresh Jack’s Maze release anticipated later this year. In 2025, he also released several records as Robin Ross & The TW Howlers and Robin Ross & The Bluesberry Jam.
'All I Want (Is A Lover)' is out April 7th via RPM Entertainment Enterprises and available from digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Bandcamp, where the new 'Mind Space' album can also be found digitally and on CD.
CREDITS
Music by Robin Ross
Lyrics by Robin Ross & JoEllen Gaetani
Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios (Milford, PA)
Produced & Mixed by Robin Ross
Supervising Engineer: Jonathan Duckett
Robin Ross - guitar, bass & percussion
JoEllen Gaetani - vocals
Released via RPM Entertainment Enterprises
Cover artwork design by Tina Ross
Video Produced by Tina Ross
Artist photos by Jerry Reganess
Publishing & booking: RPM Entertainment Enterprises, LLC
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
Keep up with Robin Ross // Robin Ross & The Melodynes
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New Jersey's The Melancholy Kings channel film noir romance in dreamy ‘New Girl’ single.
FOR FANS OF: The Replacements, The Church, Teenage Fanclub, Guided By Voices, Wilco, The Anderson Council Bob Mould, Television
FOCUS TRACKS New Girl, Bitcoin Elegy, UV, Steady as She Goes, Victoria, Alex Bell, Astor Place, Kensington
FOR SHARNG
'New Girl' video https://youtu.be/dvTjS66pqVE
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/3sLAuZxW9GwRm3kblHGOfz?si=261cf40cde124c24
'Her Favorite Disguise' album https://melancholykings.bandcamp.com/album/her-favorite-disguise
Get the album https://tinyurl.com/HerFavoriteDisguise
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/3gSY6AuL4r9K14D2IkKW3M
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/her-favorite-disguise/1841889835
'UV' video https://youtu.be/-nkjExUocPw
'Victoria' video
https://youtu.be/Rr4sN6R0yoE
'Bitcoin Elegy' video https://youtu.be/SEF7ErUTo74
"The Melancholy Kings prove that they know exactly how you can mix pop smarts wit indie cool and just enough rock energy to build the best of many worlds" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"The Melancholy Kings channel the gritty, melancholic charm of ’90s college rock, staking their claim as the spiritual heirs to Paul Westerberg and Jeff Tweedy... jangles with the infectious insouciance of The Replacements while maintaining a sophisticated lyrical core" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Riffs rock, beats and basslines groove, dynamics ebb and flow, sweet harmonies drift through the air, and the result is a track that is infectious and insightful, power-pop-ish and poignant, melodic and muscular" ~ Dancing About Architecture
New Jersey indie rockers The Melancholy Kings present ‘New Girl’, an acoustic-driven ode to a film noir ingenue immortalized on celluloid. Blending the heart-on-sleeve vulnerability of The Replacements with the expansive, atmospheric depth of Pink Floyd, this is the fourth single from their second album 'Her Favorite Disguise'. Released via Magic Door Record Label, this record taps into the vicissitudes of life in the Big Apple and its step-sister across the Hudson, with their rich tapestry and follies.
Featuring Mike Potenza’s hushed vocals and delicate acoustic foundations, the track eschews traditional indie-rock tropes for a cinematic, slow-burn arrangement. Sparse drums by Paul Andrew and atmospheric textures from both Peter Horvath on electric guitar and Scott Selig bowing harmonics on upright bass create a soundscape that is enriched by cellist Carolyn Jeselsohn, whose elegant lines weave a sense of timelessness through the mix.
The accompanying video was created by Scott Selig, who manipulated footage to create a slowly shape-shifting abstraction of film noir ambiance. A bittersweet tribute with hypnotic allure, the narrator pines for a ghost from the Golden Age of cinema, capturing the strange intimacy of loving someone who exists only in black-and-white frames. The lyrics cleverly deconstruct the boundary between what is "real" and what is "reel", as Selig’s video reinforces this dreamlike state.
Earlier, the band released 'Bitcoin Elegy' on the decline of meaningful personal relationships in the digital age, jangly guitar rocker 'Victoria' and their quasi-psychedelic single 'UV', which features famed trumpeter Mac Gollehon (David Bowie, Al Jarreau, Duran Duran, Mick Jagger, Hall and Oates).
The Melancholy Kings' core is singer-guitarist Mike Potenza (The Anderson Council, Crash Harmony, BARD, Gramercy Arms) and bassist Scott Selig (Ambulance, Uncle Moon, Deni Bonet Band, Super Tuesday), who met amidst corporate life in Manhattan, learning they were both active in the '90s-'00s NYC indie scene, playing in various "almost-famous" bands, touring and opening for legendary artists. Committing themselves to music, the lineup solidified with drummer Paul Andrew (Fluffer, Phantom Tollbooth) and guitarist Peter Horvath (The Anderson Council).
Following their 2019 eponymous debut record, 'Her Favorite Disguise' is an unapologetic nod to the rough-hewn '80s pre-grunge alt-rock era. Produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by Ray Ketchem (Guided by Voices, Luna, Elk City, Gramercy Arms, Crash Harmony) at Magic Door Recording Studio in Montclair, NJ, this album also involves Elk City vocalist Reneé LoBue, vocalist Olivia Selig, Ketchem on percussion, and accordionist Carl Riehl (Michelle Shocked, Uncle Moon).
'Her Favorite Disguise' is out now, available on limited edition 12" vinyl and everywhere digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp.
CREDITS
Produced by Ray Ketchem, Scott Selig & The Melancholy Kings
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door Recording, Montclair, NJ
Additional recording at The Old Stone House, Maplewood, NJ
String arrangements by Scott Selig
© 2025 The Melancholy Kings
Released by Magic Door Record Label
Cover art by Reneé LoBue. Art & design by Ray Ketchem
Photo on LP sleeve by Sonya Selig
Band photos by Carlo Cipriani
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Turns Love's Highs and Lows Into Fire on New Single "The Trouble With Love".
Joanne Shaw Taylor Turns Love’s Highs and Lows Into Fire on New Single “The Trouble With Love”
The emotionally charged new track arrives alongside an official video and previews her forthcoming album
Watch the official music video for “The Trouble With Love” NOW
Stream “The Trouble With Love” on all platforms
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns today with her latest single, “The Trouble With Love,” out now via Journeyman Records, alongside an accompanying official music video. The track stands as one of Joanne’s most emotionally resonant releases to date, capturing the intensity, contradiction, and addictive nature of love in all its forms.
Built around a driving groove and lifted by Joanne’s signature guitar tone, “The Trouble With Love” moves between tension and release, mirroring the emotional push and pull at the heart of the song. Her soulful vocal performance carries the weight of that experience, while the arrangement builds into soaring moments that underline both the beauty and chaos that love can bring.
“I always had this song as the heart of the album,” Joanne shares. “Love is such a powerful emotion that we’ve been writing songs about it for hundreds of years. For this song I wanted to try and document the push and pull of it, the highs and the lows. And yes, the trouble it can cause.”
Anchored by a memorable hook and elevated by Joanne’s searing guitar work, the track balances introspection with energy, turning a deeply personal theme into something universally relatable. The accompanying video further brings that tension to life, visually capturing the emotional cycle that defines the song.
“The Trouble With Love” arrives as the latest preview of Joanne’s forthcoming studio album, due out later this year. It follows recent singles including the defiant blues-gospel anthem “Hell Or High Water” and the collaborative standout “What Good Is My Love?” featuring Orianthi. Together, these songs point toward a body of work that continues to expand Joanne’s sound while staying rooted in the emotional honesty that defines her songwriting.
The upcoming album builds on the momentum of Joanne’s critically acclaimed Black & Gold, which drew widespread praise upon its release. Classic Rock awarded the album a 9/10 rating, while Powerplay Magazine highlighted its “pop appeal and smoothness.”
Guitarist Magazine noted that it “reinforces Joanne’s place in the firmament of today’s brightest stars,” and American Blues Scene called it “a deeply personal experience, showcasing the depth of Joanne’s artistry.” Together with the Black & Gold (Deluxe Edition) and a run of acoustic reinterpretations, the album marked a defining chapter in Joanne’s career.
The new single arrives as Joanne continues her Spring 2026 U.S. Headline Tour, now in its final stretch. The remaining dates will bring her electrifying live show through the Southeast, with upcoming stops in Greenville, SC, Cornelius, NC, Orlando, FL, West Palm Beach, and Ponte Vedra, before wrapping with a sold-out appearance at Sound Wave Beach Weekend in Miramar Beach. Known for her commanding stage presence, fiery guitar work, and emotionally immersive performances, Joanne continues to captivate audiences with a set that blends new material with fan favourites from across her catalogue.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour.
2026 Spring U.S. Tour
April 3 – Greenville, SC – Peace Center
April 4 – Cornelius, NC – Cain Center for the Arts
April 7 – Orlando, FL – The Plaza Live
April 9 – West Palm Beach, FL – Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
April 10 – Ponte Vedra, FL – Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
April 10–12 – Miramar Beach, FL – Sound Wave Beach Weekend +
+Sold Out
Spring Europe Tour Dates
May 23 - Peer, BE - Blues Peer Festival
May 24 - Schöppingen, DE - International Blues Festival Schöppingen
May 25 - Raalte, NL - Ribs & Blues Festival
May 27 - Hannover, DE - Pavillon Hannover
May 28 - Nuremberg, DE - Lowensaal
May 29 - Eindhoven, NL - BRIDGE Guitar Festival Eindhoven
Summer U.S. Festival Dates
June 27 - San Jose, CA - San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
July 11 - Honesdale, PA - Dorflinger-Suydam Wildflower Concert Series
July 25 - Fargo, ND - Fargo Blues Festival
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JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR
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ChimpanA “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” New Track / Video out now.
Released on Good Friday, ChimpanA’s “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” is both tribute and reinvention: a deeply felt interpretation that connects the musical’s legacy with a modern, emotionally resonant sound.
ChimpanA return with a striking reinterpretation of the classic song “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” from Jesus Christ Superstar, offering a powerful and contemporary reimagining of one of musical theatre’s most emotionally resonant pieces.
Released on Good Friday, the new track [and official video] draws on both personal history and a fresh creative perspective to bring new depth to the iconic composition by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
At the core of ChimpanA are songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Rob Reed and vocalist and performer Steve Balsamo, who collaborate with a rotating cast of exceptional musicians including celebrated players Ged Lynch (drums) and Guy Pratt (bass), whose subtle, expressive performances help shape band’s cinematic atmosphere.
The arrangement of “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” balances intimacy with grandeur, blending atmospheric production with an emotionally direct vocal performance.
The song also carries a unique personal connection for Balsamo, who famously played Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar in the 1990s. The inspiration for this reinterpretation began when Reed attended a recent concert featuring Tim Rice discussing the songs he had written throughout his career.
Hearing “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” again reminded him just how timeless and affecting the song is. Rob says, “I’d forgotten what an absolute classic this song is, and in a concert of certified bangers that Sir Tim has written, it stood out as being so, so beautiful.”.
Inspired by modern reinterpretations of the musical - including recent gender-swapped performances and productions, especially Cynthia Erivo’s recent turn as Jesus - ChimpanA decided to explore a new perspective: what happens when the voice of Jesus sings Mary Magdalene’s words?
When Balsamo experimented with performing the song from this angle, the emotional result was immediate and powerful.
The vulnerability in the lyric takes on a new dimension, transforming the song into a reflection on identity, devotion and human uncertainty.
“Having played Jesus years ago, I never imagined I’d revisit Superstar in this way,” says Balsamo. “But singing Mary’s words felt incredibly honest. The song suddenly became about confusion, compassion and humanity rather than role or character.”
The timing also felt right. With renewed interest in Jesus Christ Superstar and new productions bringing the story to fresh audiences — including an upcoming staging featuring Sam Ryder in the titular role - ChimpanA saw an opportunity to honour the legacy of the song while presenting a version that feels both timeless and contemporary.
LIVE
See ChimpanA perform at:
Winter’s End 2026, 9-12 April 2026
What They Said About The Band...
“Combines genres and has a beating, authentic heart... defragments your brain and helps you ponder your life”
theprogmind.com
“An ambitious and unorthodox triumph”
Prog magazine
06/04/2026
Electronic-dreampop outfit Strange Fruit releases surreal 'Drips' EP, a cosmic motorik trip.
FOR FANS OF: Stereoab, Bowery Electric, pinkshinyultrablast, Jagwar Ma, Kosmischer Laufer, Broadcast, bdrmm, Ulrich Schnauss, GLOK, Boards of Canada
FOCUS TRACKS Iridescent, Drips, Pouvoir Monsieur, Monopolar, Monopolar (Tom Furse Remix)
FOR SHARING
'Drips' album
https://strangefruit.bandcamp.com/album/drips
'Monopolar' video
https://youtu.be/50ZCt9BqzVs
'Pouvoir Moteur' single
https://youtu.be/uH2z_V-Onpw
'Iridescent' single
https://youtu.be/h9MQ-irtFtY
'Monopolar (Hardway Bros Remix)' https://youtu.be/DRAN_ColSbM
'Iridescent (Jonathan Kusuma Hypnodubmix)' https://youtu.be/ySi2wj_gVV8
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/6jcaJyYLMhqclGMMqpfJTB
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/id/album/drips/1889165023
"Strange Fruit blur the boundaries between Bowery Electric, Chapterhouse, Boards of Canada, and Stereolab—fusing their DNA into something fluid and transportive... feels both nostalgic and forward-looking—lush, cerebral, and quietly breathtaking" ~ The Spill Magazine
Indonesian electro-bliss outfit Strange Fruit presents their new 'Drips' EP, a lucid trip to the edge of sonic consciousness, released by Gentle Tuesday Recordings. A defining moment in the band’s evolution, this release unifies fragments of their kosmische experimentation over the past 11 years to achieve a more cohesive sonic identity. It also sees the Jakarta-based collective step into a new league with the involvement of world-class producers Hardway Bros, Tom Furse and Jonathan Kusuma in this release.
The band also share the video for the highlight track 'Monopolar', a sensory explosion that keeps us suspended between dream and awareness, between that which is surreal and radiant. Gradually fading and blurred in technicolor, the video is directed by Mellow Splice, who also created the EP cover artwork, reflecting the track’s fluid and surreal qualities through abstract, water-like imagery.
Strange Fruit is Baldi Calvianca (vocals & synth), Irza Aryadiaz (synth), John Tampubolon (guitar), Nabil Favian (bass) and Dino Kristianto (drums). Since their 2015 debut EP 'Dolphin Leap' via Leeds Records, they've moved fluidly between noise pop, krautrock, shoegaze and electronica. Now converging into a more focused, hybrid sound with deeper integration of electronic elements, this EP is driven by machine-led rhythms and analog textures, fusing emotional depth with rhythmic precision.
Rooted in hauntology, Strange Fruit drift deep into all the right places. 'Iridescent' channels a sense of dancefloor euphoria through minimalist beats and atmospheric layering, balancing introspection with forward momentum while finding a luminous dimension within darkness and adversity.
The title track, 'Drips', celebrates the band’s roots, blending shoegaze textures and electronic elements to create a dense, immersive soundscape. Sentimental yet rebellious, the interplay of rough guitar and bass noise with hybrid electronic textures creating a sense of hazy reverie. Baldi Calvianca’s vocals sounds mercurial, merging with bursts of light.
'Pouvoir Moteur' brings steady motorik rhythms, where repetitive sensations flow seamlessly down an endless highway. Irza Aryadiaz explains: “Here we take the obsession with factory machinery operated by humans and represent it through the repetitive 4/4 beats of German krautrock. It feels like breaking through space and time when the drum pattern is played consistently, moving nonstop.”
With unexpected song structures, chord progressions and subtle embellishments, this EP was produced with electronic producer Bernardus Fritz, who shares, “Strange Fruit's strength lies in their ability to create synthesizer sounds that are reverberant, wide, and surreal. Each track tells a story—there’s a journey between scenes, with cosmic sound design that reflects us as beings living in a different galaxy."
For this EP, Strange Fruit worked with three notable producers, who reinterpreted original tracks without compromising their original essence. Sean Johnstone a.k.a. Hardway Bros—a renowned UK DJ known for founding A Love From Outer Space with Andrew Weatherall—infuses downtempo elements and channels a slower club-house atmosphere. Jonathan Kusuma, a prominent member of Jakarta’s Dekadenz collective, explores extended leftfield disco with a strong focus on echo-rich, repetitive bass drum tempos.
Strange Fruit also worked with Tom Furse of The Horrors and now with MIEN (alongside The Black Angels' Alex Maas and Elephant Stone's Rishi Dhir). Re-envisioning 'Monopolar' with slower breakbeat grooves, noisier ambient textures and acid house influences, the band joins an exclusive club of artists remixed by Furse, including Tame Impala, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Temples and The Twilight Sad.
As of April 3, the 'Drips' EP is available across digital platforms via Gentle Tuesday Recordings, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. It will be released on cassette on April 17, followed by a physical vinyl release, planned for mid-2026 in collaboration with Loide Records (SEA & Japan territories) and TipTop Records (Worldwide territories excluding SEA & Japan).
CREDITS
Written by Baldi Calvianca & Irza Aryadiaz
Performed by Strange Fruit
Produced by Bernardus Fritz & Strange Fruit
Guest vocals on 'Drips' by Putri Effendi
Mixed by Nabil Favian
Vocals recorded by Aggasta Giovanno at Studiomaja in Jakarta, Indonesia
Drums recorded by Devfian Julius Simputra at Studio 1 SAE Institute Jakarta
Premasters prepared by Hosea Hanelsan at Studio 1 SAE Institute, except for remixes
Mastered by Sam at The Wall Studio (France), except Track 6 mastered by Tom Furse
Track 5 - remix by Jonathan Kusuma
Track 6 - remix by Tom Furse
Track 7, 8 & 9 - remixes by Sean Johnston
All tracks published by Massive Music Entertainment,
except Monopolar (Hardway Bros Remix), Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Vocal Dub) & Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Dub) by Massive Music Entertainment / Minds on Fire
Album cover artwork by Moses Sihombing and Hafizh Armynazrie of Mellow Splice
'Monopolar' video produced by Gentle Tuesday Recordings & Strange Fruit
Video directed by Mellow Splice. Filmed by Moses Sihombing & Hafizh Armynazrie
Edited buy Hafizh Armynazrie & Moses Sihombing
Photographer: Osman Luqman
All Rights Reserved. © & ℗ Gentle Tuesday Recordings 2026
Bookings & Management - Benedict Pardede
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
TRACK LIST
1. Pouvoir Moteur
2. Iridescent
3. Monopolar
4. Drips
5. Iridescent (Jonathan Kusuma Hypnodubmix)
6. Monopolar (Tom Furse Remix)
7. Monopolar (Hardway Bros Remix)
8. Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Vocal Dub)
9. Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Dub)
Keep up with Strange Fruit
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03/04/2026
Frenchy and the Punk declare 'War On War' with new video, announcing spring tour dates.
FOR FANS OF: Siouxsie & the Banshees, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Concrete Blonde, The Cure, The Damned, The March Violets
ISRC code QMZL42405101
FOR SHARING
'War On War' video
https://youtu.be/T2acGrWxhfQ
Bandcamp
https://frenchyandthepunk.bandcamp.com/album/war-on-war
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/09wjkmmSxTc1CRp1Eegk1H?si=e56a8dcfe93d4050
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/album/war-on-war-single/1872499820
'Not Under Your Spell' video (2025)
https://youtu.be/HhBnkO8K5Ds
Bandcamp
https://frenchyandthepunk.bandcamp.com/track/not-under-your-spell
Get tickets
http://www.frenchyandthepunk.com/shows
"Samantha Stephenson commands the microphone like a general addressing her legion of survivors. Scott Helland’s guitar answers with precision and pulse" ~ Post-Punk.com
“The studied, European art-house and the raw, ‘80s American hardcore scene—has always been the engine of their creativity...This is music that is in direct, exhilarating conversation with their foundational influences: Siouxsie and the Banshees, The Cure, and the chaotic, theatrical punk of The Damned" ~ Atmostfear Entertainment
"The rare kind of protest song that doesn’t just demand attention—it reshapes the emotional architecture of dissent into something almost hypnotically beautiful. In lesser hands, this level of directness might feel blunt; here, it lands with the precision of a manifesto sharpened into art" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Explosive, subdued, confrontational, soothing, spikey, and accessible" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"Penetrating psych-soaked post-punk... Cinematic drama" ~ Global Texan Chronicles
Post-Punk duo Frenchy and the Punk present their new video for the powerful and compelling single ‘War on War’, along with an announcement of spring 2026 tour dates. Playing up to 100 shows a year, the duo thrives on the road. Now they are set to bring that energy to dozens of cities across the Midwest and East Coast before heading overseas for select UK dates.
Torchbearers of a new era in post-punk, Frenchy and the Punk was formed in 2005 by vocalist, percussionist, keyboardist and lyricist Samantha Stephenson and guitarist-composer Scott Helland, co-founder of Deep Wound (with Dinosaur Jr. icons J Mascis and Lou Barlow) and Outpatients, and also known for his exceptional solo music project Guitarmy of One.
Frenchy and the Punk, listed in the ‘Top 25 US duos’ by Yahoo! Music, is a powerhouse duo with a distinct sound, blending post-punk with a touch of new wave by way of electro-acoustic hybrid guitars, loop pedals, fiery live acoustic and electronic percussion, synth and rich commanding vocals.
The powerful video for ‘War on War' was filmed and edited by Samantha Stephenson in New York State. The single itself was mixed and mastered by William Faith (The Bellwether Syndicate, Faith and the Muse) at William Faith Music Production, with vocal recording and production at Kale Shelter Studios by Hillary Johnson, known for her work with Jeff Buckley, The Misfits, Rufus Wainwright, The Ramones, Nile Rodgers, Vernon Reid and more.
Following 'Not Under Your Spell', released at the end of 2025, this is the band's second release through Distortion Productions, having signed to the label after label-head Jim Semonik saw their performance at Dark Force Fest, in New Jersey last summer.
"This song is not only about war but also the deterioration of truth and destruction of progress. It's the belief that the majority of people in this country and the world do not want to go backwards and do not want to see bloodshed," says Samantha Stephenson.
"It is the frustration that the few, fueled by greed and lust for power, who manipulate for their and their cronies' advantage, cause such grief and destruction for the many. It is a call to voice opposition to the chaos and insanity. It is a call for unity beyond borders."
A veteran of the US hardcore punk scene, Scott Helland has spent years honing a dynamic, high-impact performance style that now drives Frenchy and the Punk’s electrifying live presence and genre-blurring sound. Over the course of his music career, he has shared the stage with Black Flag, Husker Du, GBH, C.O.C, Agnostic Front and CroMags, in addition to performing with Dinosaur Jr. on occasion.
Samantha's artistic expression came from a completely different place, having started in dance, piano and the visual arts. These two worlds collided forming a musical incarnation that moves effortlessly from bombastic and driving songs to atmospheric and almost transcendent soundscapes.
Both before and after their critically acclaimd albums 'Midnight Garden' (2024) and 'Zen Ghost' (2022), they have toured the US and Europe relentlessly. Fiercely DIY, they have earned a wide and loyal following, endearing audiences not only with their music but their engaging live shows. To see them together onstage is to witness their palpable connection and dedication to the creative life they lead.
'War On War' is out everywhere digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. A full-length album is also in the works, planned for release in late 2026.
CREDITS
Written by Samantha Stephenson & Scott Helland
Samantha Stephenson - vox, keys & percussion
Scott Helland - guitar, bass & percussion
Music mixed & mastered by William Faith at William Faith Music Production
Vocal recording & production by Hillary Johnson at Kale Shelter Studios
Video filmed & edited by Samantha Stephenson
Released by Distortion Productions
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
TOUR DATES
April 3 - ITHACA, NY @ Nocturnal Cafe
April 4 - ROCHESTER, NY @ Bar Bad Ending
April 6 - SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY @ Desperate Annies
April 9 - LOUISVILLE, KY @ Planet of the Tapes
April 10 - DAYTON, OH @ Blind Bob’s
April 11 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Goth Prom @ Healer
April 12 - CHICAGO, IL @ LiveWire
April 14 - ST LOUIS, MO @ The Crack Fox
April 15 - COLUMBUS, OH @ Spacebar
April 17 - PITTSBURGH, PA @ Sidequest (with Ego Likeness)
April 18 - EASTON, PA - Coven @ Lafayette Bar
April 19 - DETROIT, MI @ Small's (with Past Self)
April 22 - RICHMOND, VA @ Fallout RVA (with Ego Likeness)
April 23 - ARLINGTON, VA - Dark Constellation @ Renegade (with Ego Likeness)
April 25/26 - HOLLY SPRINGS, NC @ Festival of Legends
May 22 - World Goth Day Online Fest @ FnP YouTube Channel
June 3 - NEWCASTLE, UK @ Trillian’s
June 4 - EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND @ Banshee’s Labyrinth
June 6 - MORECAMBE, UK @ ASDO Festival
June 12 - SOWERBY BRIDGE, UK @ Blind Pig
June 19 - BIRMINGHAM, UK @ Merlin’s (with Attrition)
Keep up with Frenchy and the Punk
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FaithNYC: 'Love Is A Wish Away' Video, ahead of RSD, and CD release.
FaithNYC
Punk doyenne Felice Rosser and FaithNYC teams up with Robert Plant/Tinariwen collaborator Justin Adams
“So excited about this excellent new record by FaithNYC led by long-time inspiration and influential New York City musical force Felice Rosser! Great new songs and funky as hell, as always.”
Jim Jarmusch, Filmmaker
“The sound and feel of authentic, funky rock and roll. FaithNYC, featuring Felice Rosser, is creating a powerful groove and a force for good in these troubled times.”
Chris Frantz, Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club
Pre-Order 'Love Is a Wish Away' CD
Video credits: Performance filmed by Tom Jarmusch and edited by Michael Negroponte; Kevin S edited the video, with NYC footage by Alexis Adler, Fin Hunt and Marni Halasa.
The nine-track digital release of the album Love Is a Wish Away by Felice Rosser’s FaithNYC caused quite a stir. Title track ‘Love Is a Wish Away’ garnered nearly 400,000 hits on Spotify. It was hailed as one of the best records of the year by Boston’s legendary new wave DJ, Oedipus, and was played by Iggy Pop and Huey Morgan on BBC Radio 6.
By popular demand, a limited edition double album Love Is a Wish Away and Dub Is a Wish Away featuring new remixes and dubs by Youth and Pablo Martin will be released by Creation Youth – Alan McGee’s exciting new UK label with Youth, from Killing Joke – on Record Store Day, 18 April.
The release of Love Is a Wish Away on CD will follow on 15 May.
FROM MICHIGAN PALACE TO CBGBS As critic and writer Lucy Sante writes: ‘Felice Rosser brought her Detroit ears to punk, having been teethed on Motown, the 1967 riots, Funkadelic, the MC5, and the Stooges, not to mention church, which you can hear in her voice, too. Reggae became a powerful influence, starting with Bob Marley, and then Burning Spear, the Mighty Diamonds, and U-Roy.’
She soon became a unique presence in the Punk clubs of lower Manhattan. ‘There weren’t so many black people on the scene at that time,’ but Punk,’ she admits, ‘was a liberator for women. Young black women played violin and piano when I was growing up in Detroit, but not Rock’n’Roll instruments – bass, guitar and drums.’
Good friends with Patti Smith and Samo – Jean Michel Basquiat’s tag at that time – she started playing bass and writing songs. Inspired by Punk’s DIY attitude, Rock’n’Roll, Funk, Free Jazz, Dub, Reggae and burgeoning Hip Hop, she was the bass player in Brooklyn’s all-female reggae band Sistren. In 1988 she formed FaithNYC, a band in Vernon Reid’s Black Rock Coalition (BRC).
Featured on BRC’s fortieth anniversary album Rock’n’Roll Reparations, is ‘I Stood Up’ – Felice’s anthem of resistance against self-doubt from Love Is a Wish Away.
PULSATING ROCK, COOL SOUL, BUBBLING REGGAE The album was produced by guitarist Justin Adams, who’s played with Robert Plant, Jah Wobble and Sinead O’Connor. He produced Rachid Taha, Suad Massi and Tinariwen, and also plays guitar on the LP. In his words, Felice’s “commanding, muscular voice” reminds him of Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Wire music critic Michael A Gonzales says Felice’s unique vocal styling has “a texture of whiskey and honey, and a chameleon-like versatility from the cool swoon of adoration on ‘Love Is a Wish Away’ to stylings reminiscent of guitarist Joan Armatrading.’
Percussionist and partner Fin Hunt joins her on the LP’s highly personal songs, from the addictive R&B bassline-driven title track to the dub and jazz echoes in ‘Love In a Silent Way’. Heartfelt ‘Eagle Street’ and ‘Can I Make It Up to You’ are elegiac, while ‘Everything Is All Around You’ and ‘Overpass’ are flat-out, gutsy Rock’n’Roll. ‘Climbing All the Way to Zion’ is dedicated to her great grandfather, as a young man walking up the road in Milledgeville, Georgia.
DUBLAND The limited edition double album features two new dubs by the legendary Youth – ‘Dub Is a Wish Away” and ‘I Stood Up’, alongside his remixes of those songs. New York electronica maestro Pablo Martin worked with FaithNYC to remix the evocative ‘Useless’, about losing a job in cutthroat New York. He dubs out on ‘Can I Make It Up to You’ and ‘Everything Is Always Around You’. The cover for the limited edition album, ‘Map of Felice’, encompassing Detroit, JA, and Lower Manhattan musical landmarks, is by special effects artist Kevin S, who’s worked on Brad Pitt’s legs in Troy and The Veiled World of Nick Cave.
In the double album liner notes, oral historian Bud Kliment calls FaithNYC’s Love Is a Wish Away, “Music for moderns, part false, part true like anything. You might notice hints of Sly, or Sly and Robbie, or the Doors or Nina Simone in the blueprint, but the construction is fresh, built to last. It mirrors New York’s ebb and flow, the hunt for the new, to be played at maximum volume.”
02/04/2026
John R. Miller releases new single 'If You Could Only See Me Now'.
JOHN R. MILLER DELIVERS A ROAD-WORN RENDITION OF 'IF YOU COULD ONLY SEE ME NOW'
The “Languid and Laid Back” Track Premiered Exclusively with The Bluegrass Situation
Watch Video For New Song HERE | Listen HERE
Announces Spring & Summer US Tour Dates
Singer-songwriter John R. Miller returns with his latest single, 'If You Could Only See Me Now', a poignant reinterpretation of a song originally written and performed by longtime collaborator William Matheny. The track finds Miller leaning into the grit and emotional undercurrent that has come to define his work, while honouring the storytelling depth and sharp wit of Matheny’s original.
The release marks yet another chapter in the decades-long creative partnership between Miller and Matheny, two artists whose musical paths have remained deeply intertwined. Both part of the WhizzbangBAM roster, their shared history brings an added layer of authenticity to the track.
The track premiered with The Bluegrass Situation, who hailed it as “another two-stepping,
honky-tonk-ready track perfect for sliding across the shiny floorboards or leaving a tear in your beer,” adding that Miller “inhabits the lyric intuitively, with languid, laid-back phrasing as the fiddle and pedal steel carry him through.”
“I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with William Matheny for a majority of my musical life at this point, probably 15 years or so now,” says Miller. “I’ve always loved this song. It feels like some unearthed, forgotten classic country gem every time I hear it, an evocative, tongue-in-cheek ode to the gutter that reads like a drunk postcard to a lost loved one back home.”
Originally appearing on Matheny’s That Grand, Old Feeling, the song stands as a testament to his richly detailed songwriting, often marked by literary nuance, philosophical depth, and a knack for capturing the overlooked corners of everyday life. Miller’s version preserves that spirit while reshaping it through his own weathered lens, bringing a sense of lived-in vulnerability to the forefront.
Matheny reflects on the full-circle nature of the release: “I’ve played a lot of music with John over the years, sometimes it was my band, sometimes it was his. When he played this version for me, I was incredibly flattered. On a completely selfish level, I got a huge kick out of hearing such a great singer interpret it and the Tulsa players putting their own spin on it.”
At its core, 'If You Could Only See Me Now' is a song that reveals itself slowly—layered with humour, heartache, and quiet revelation. It’s a quality both artists admire in the songwriting tradition, one that rewards repeat listens and deeper reflection.
In addition to the new release, Miller has also announced spring and summer tour dates kicking off this April. Known for his captivating live performances and road-tested musicianship, the upcoming shows offer fans an opportunity to experience these songs in their most immediate form. Full tour details can be found below.
With this release, Miller continues to expand his catalog not only as a songwriter but as an interpreter, breathing new life into songs that have shaped his musical journey while remaining firmly rooted in his own unmistakable voice.
Fans can listen to the new single here. For more information on John R. Miller and to catch him live, visit jrmillermusic.com.
Catch John R. Miller Live
Apr. 25 - Crossroads Acoustic Fest - Seymour, IN
May 5 - 40 Watt Club - Athens, GA
May 6 - Radio Room Greenville - Greenville, SC
May 8 - Sunrise Theater - Southern Pines, NC
May 9 - Motorco Music Hall - Durham, NC
May 23-24 - Purple Fiddle - Thomas, WV
Jun. 6 - Railbird Music Festival - Lexington, KY
Jun. 7 - Mountain Stage - Culture Center Theater - Charleston, WV
Jun. 11 - Laurel Cove Music Festival - Pineville, KY
Aug. 26-29 - Tønder Festival - Tønder, Southern Denmark
Sep. 4-5 - Once In A Blue Moon Festival - Amstelveen, NH
About John R. Miller
John R Miller is a true hyphenate artist: singer-songwriter-picker. Born in the Washington, DC area and raised in West Virginia, Miller has built a reputation as a thoughtful, boundary-pushing voice in alt-country and Americana, drawing from punk, traditional Appalachian music, and less conventional rock influences. Every song on his thrilling debut solo album, Depreciated, is lush with intricate wordplay and haunting imagery, backed by a band that is on fire. One of his biggest long-time fans is roots music favourite Tyler Childers, who says he’s “a well-travelled wordsmith mapping out the world he’s seen, three chords at a time.” Miller is somehow able to transport us to a shadowy honkytonk and get existential all in the same line with his tightly written compositions.
Brother Wallace - New single 'Who Do You Love' - Debut album 'Electric Love' 8th May - UK Shows May & End Of The Road.
BROTHER WALLACE
NEW SINGLE 'WHO DO YOU LOVE?'
DEBUT ALBUM 'ELECTRIC LOVE' OUT 8 MAY ON ATO RECORDS
DEBUT UK SHOWS MAY 2026
THE GREAT ESCAPE + CROSS THE TRACKS FESTIVAL
END OF THE ROAD FESTIVAL 3RD SEPTEMBER
Brother Wallace has a gift for making soul music that feels like a mirror and a release all at once, the kind that hits you in the chest, then gets you back on your feet. Today, the West Point, Georgia-bred singer, pianist, and soul revivalist shares 'Who Do You Love?' alongside a new music video, offering another powerful look into his forthcoming debut album 'Electric Love', out 8th May via ATO Records.
LISTEN TO / WATCH 'WHO DO YOU LOVE?'
PRE-SAVE / PRE-ORDER 'ELECTRIC LOVE'
Where previous singles have introduced Wallace’s high-voltage joy and lived-in reflection, 'Who Do You Love?' sharpens the focus to a single, human question — equal parts invitation and reckoning. Anchored by Wallace’s unmistakable voice and a band-in-the-pocket pulse, the track rides a propulsive, dance-ready groove that feels both classic and immediate, letting the hook land like a challenge you can’t dodge. The accompanying video leans into that same bold simplicity, framing Wallace and band in a stylised performance setting that flickers between hyper-saturated colour fields and graphic, leopard-print backdrops, with a grainy, vintage-TV texture that makes the whole thing feel like a lost soul broadcast—loud colours, big feeling, no distractions.
“‘Who Do You Love?’ is a check-in—one of those questions you can’t run from forever,” says Wallace. “It’s not just about romance. It’s about where you’re putting your time, your energy, your attention… and whether the love you’re giving is coming back to you.”
“Who Do You Love?” continues the rapid rise of Brother Wallace, whose debut moment has already arrived with rare momentum for a brand-new artist. The album’s title track “Electric Love” premiered internationally via Craig Charles’ Funk & Soul Show on BBC Radio 6 Music, while Wallace’s first-ever ATO single “Who’s That?” hit Top 20 at Triple A radio in the U.S. — an impressive feat for a debut release, and especially notable given it wasn’t originally planned for radio servicing.
Out 8th May, Electric Love was produced and co-written by Dan Taylor (The Heavy), recorded at Peter Gabriel’s legendary Real World Studios and engineered/mixed by Bob Mackenzie (James Blake, The 1975, King Krule, SAULT) and Jim Abbiss (Adele, Arctic Monkeys). The record is a 13-song introduction to a voice that feels less like a “new artist” and more like a force that’s been building quietly for years — shaped by gospel roots, small-town Southern life and a career spent at the intersection of art and service, including years as a K–12 music teacher and choir director.
This spring, Brother Wallace will bring that “force of nature” live show to the UK for the first time:
DEBUT UK SHOWS:
May
Thurs 14th - The Great Escape, Komedia, Brighton
Fri 15th - The Great Escape, Brighthelm, Brighton
Mon 18th - The Castle, Manchester
Tues 19th - The Exchange, Bristol
Weds 20th - Colours Hoxton, London
Sun 24th - Cross The Tracks, London
September
Thurs 3rd - End of the Road Festival, Tollard Royal
Tickets available here.
'ELECTRIC LOVE' OUT 8TH MAY VIA ATO RECORDS
Tracklist
You’re The Man
Top Shotta
No God In This Town
Any Day Now
Patient Man
Midnight Valley
Jealous
Hope Of Fools
Let’s Get Together
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Iconic US indie rockers The Dambuilders return with "Shrine 2026" single & live dates.
FOR FANS OF: Sloan, Throwing Muses, Pavement, Guided By Voices, Jellyfish, Belly, The Pixies, Buffalo Tom, Dinosaur Jr., Belly, The Lemonheads
"Shrine 2026" - ISRC code QZW5A2600029
"I Hope We're Not Too Late" - ISRC code QZW5A2600030
FOR SHARING
"Shrine 2026" single
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thedambuilders/shrine-2026
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0bUQLKM01iS03NJwSbJpPp
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/album/shrine-2026-single/1882883366
Bandcamp
https://thedambuilders.bandcamp.com
Get Tickets https://www.bandsintown.com/a/201145-the-dambuilders
American college radio faves The Dambuilders are back with their new single “Shrine 2026”, marking the band’s first new release in decades. Released via Magic Door Record Label in traditional A / B format, "Shrine 2026" comes with the companion track “I Hope We’re Not Too Late”, recorded and produced by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door Recording in Montclair, NJ and mastered by award-winning engineer Greg Calbi (Lennon, Bowie, Springsteen, Talking Heads, Patti Smith, Tom Petty).
2025 saw the band's reformation with reunion shows at Dromfest and NYC Berlin, where they performed their 1989 debut album in its entirety. In April, they will once again be performing in New York City and Providence, Rhode Island. Involving a host of special guests, these are the band's first performances in either city in 30 years, offering a rare opportunity to experience the band’s dynamic live presence.
“Shrine 2026” revisits one of the band's most beloved songs, from their 1994 album "Encendedor", reaffirming the group’s signature blend of emotional immediacy and sonic invention.
While The Dambuilders are most associated with the 1990s Boston rock scene, the band originated in Honolului, formed by Dave Derby, Tryan George and Eric Masunaga—veterans of Honolulu acts like the Exactones—and joined byelectric violinist Debbie Fox. After relocating to Boston in 1990, the group solidified into its definitive "classic" lineup by 1992, with Derby on vocals and bass, Masunaga on guitar, Kevin March on drums, and Joan Wasser on violin.
Now The Dambuilders re-emerge with a renewed sense of purpose with Dave Derby and Kevin March joined by guitarist Sean Eden (Luna) and violinist Claudia Chopek (Dexys, Father John Misty, The Little River Band). Their performance of the B-side “I Hope We’re Not Too Late” uphold the bend's core elements and original identity while embracing an evolving sound.
The Dambuilders built a devoted following throughout the 1990s, touring North America, Europe and Australia alongside artists such as Lush, Luna, Jeff Buckley, Weezer and Better Than Ezra. They would release 3 records via the !Cuacha! Label and 3 albums for Elektra Records, along with a song cycle that dedicated a number of tracks to the 50 states (most notably,“Idaho” and “Delaware”).
"Encendedor" became a cornerstone of their catalog, with “Shrine” ranked at No. 17 in MTV’s 100 Greatest Songs of the ‘90s: Lollapalooza edition. Following the release of "Against the Stars" in 1997, the band stepped away from recording and touring, with its members going on to pursue a wide range of acclaimed musical projects in the years that followed.
Joan Wasser went on to work with Jeff Buckley before founding her iconic project Joan As Police Woman, and Kevin March joined Guided By Voices, having also done stints with Shudder To Think, Hot One and Mind Science Of The Mind. Eric Masunaga, who returned for The Dambuilders' 2025 reunion dates, continues his production work through Modulus Studios in Boston, while Tryan George became a video director for major acts like Smash Mouth, Our Lady Peace, and Toto.
Dave Derby went on to launch and become involved in multiple projects, including Lloyd Cole and The Negatives, Brilliantine and Gramercy Arms, for which he has collaborated with numerous luminaries, including members of Nada Surf, The Psychedelic Furs, Belly, Throwing Muses, Sparklehorse, The Philip Glass Ensemble, Dead Air, The Magnetic Fields, Codeine, Elk City, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Letters to Cleo, Fuzzy, The Monsieurs, A Girl Called Eddy, Small Factory, The King Canutes, Diesel, Royal Arctic Institute, Aeon Station and Semi-Gloss.
Fun facts: Derby launched a successful music for TV company Derby and Kotch with Michael Kotch (Eve’s Plum, Lloyd Cole and the Negatives), and did music for Sarah Silverman’s TV shows and film (“Jesus is Magic”). Working with Vitamin C (Eve’s Plum), they wrote music for Hannah Montana, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez. Along with Jill Sobule, they created music for the Nickelodeon TV show “Unfabulous,” starring Emma Roberts. Derby and Kotch also won a BMI Music award for the theme song and score of MTV’s “70s House.”
37 years after their first record, The Dambuilders’ story is still being written. “Shrine 2026” starts a new chapter. As vital and compelling as ever, their songs remain just as emotionally resonant and sonically adventurous today. As of April 1, "Shrine 2006" will be available on digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Tickets for their East coast shows are also available now.
CREDITS
"Shrine 2026” written by Kevin March, Dave Derby, Eric Masunaga & Joan Wasser
"I Hope We’re Not Too Late” written by Dave Derby, Kevin March, Sean Eden & Claudia Chopek
Dave Derby - bass, vocals
Kevin March - drums, vocals
Sean Eden - guitar, vocals
Claudia Chopek - violin, vocals
Doug Gillard - additional guitars on “Shrine 2026”
Renée Lo Bue - backing vocals on “I Hope We’re Not Too Late”
Produced by Ray Ketchem
Recorded at Magic Door Recording, Montclair, NY
Mastered by Greg Calbi
Cover artwork by Colin Burns
Released via Magic Door Recording Label
'Shrine 2006' video directed by Bruno Corbo (2026) & Tryan George (1994)
Publicity by
Shameless Promotion PR
LIVE DATES
April 24 - NYC, Mercury Lounge (with Sleepyhead)
April 25 - Providence, RI - Myrtle (with Sleepyhead)
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The Veldt announces 'Black Girl' single & exclusive EP for new tour with The Chameleons.
FOR FANS OF: A.R.Kane, Massive Attack, Cocteau Twins, Jesus & Mary Chain, Lush, Chapterhouse
FOR SHARING
'Black Girl' video
https://youtu.be/4far3uHvO5U
Get it on Bandcamp https://theveldtmusic.bandcamp.com/track/black-girl-single
'Slow Grind' video
https://youtu.be/2DZE61yu_7g
'Illuminated 1989' album (2023) https://theveldtmusic.bandcamp.com/album/illuminated-1989
'Everlasting Gobstopper' video https://youtu.be/oW7WI6DjM0Y
Get tickets
https://chameleonsband.com/shows
The trailblazers known as The Veldt are back with their new single 'Black Girl', along with a video by Rob Weiss and James Eakins, heralding their 'Spanakopita' EP. Released as a tour-exclusive CD, featuring new tracks and experimental demos, this was created especially for their Arctic Moon Tour with post-punk legends The Chameleons. Kicking off April 7 in Minneapolis, this sweeping run of shows brings The Veldt's sound to a wide cross-section of East Coast, South-Central US and Midwest audiences, along with select Canadian dates.
One of the most notable first-wave shoegaze bands, formed in North Carolina in the 1980s by identical twins Daniel Chavis (vocals, guitar) and Danny Chavis (guitar), The Veldt have long occupied a distinctive space where shoegaze textures intersect with soul, gospel, and experimental rock. Drawing inspiration from artists as varied as Prince, Sun Ra and Pink Floyd, the band developed an approach that favors atmosphere, groove, and emotional nuance over rigid genre boundaries.
After relocating to New York City and expanding their lineup with bassist and programmer Hayato Nakao, the group deepened its sonic identity, incorporating layered production and electronic elements while maintaining a strong melodic core. Consistently prioritizing depth and mood, their recordings reward close listening and their live performances emphasize immersion.
The 'Spanakopita' EP includes mixes by Carlos Bess, engineer for the Wu-Tang Clan production circle, along with Will Brooks (Dälek) and Jason Furlow (aka Nosaj) of Nosaj Thing and New Kingdom, also known for his new project Wave Generators and famed collaboration with Morcheeba. Their involvement helped shape the project’s evolving fusion of post-punk atmosphere and DJ-culture experimentation—an approach developed through ongoing collaboration over the years working as a production team Illuminutty (a.k.a. VELDT).
The lead track 'Black Girl' reinterprets themes from the 1972 film 'Black Girl', reflecting the determination of a young dancer striving toward excellence, despite the social limitations surrounding her. Inspired by that spirit of persistence and vision, the track channels a modern, dream-pop-inflected atmosphere reminiscent of A.R. Kane, while moving beyond strict genre labels like shoegaze to incorporate broader influences and sonic elements.
"Many of the recordings on 'Spanakopita' point toward the direction of our next body of work. Alongside newly created material, the release also draws from a deep archive of previously unreleased recordings from past years - part of a larger collection scheduled for release this September on Little Cloud Records and 5BC Records - as we continue expanding the sound shaped through these collaborations," says Daniel Chavis.
The Veldt's music career has been rich, gradually building a solid legacy. Pitchfork included The Veldt's album 'Afrodisiac', produced by the legendary Ray Shulman (The Sundays, Bjork, The Sugarcubes) in the top 50 shoegaze albums ever released, while Stereogum included ‘Until You’re Forever’ in the top 31 shoegaze tracks. Their recent 'Illuminated 1989' album, produced by Cocteau Twins' Robin Guthrie, was also widely acclaimed with support on six continents.
Over the years, The Veldt has collaborated with TV On The Radio, Mos Def, Lady Miss Kier (Deee-Lite), A.R.Kane and toured or played with Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Pixies, Throwing Muses, Echo & The Bunnymen, Cocteau Twins, Manic Street Preachers, Phantogram, Modern English, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Oasis, Chuck D, Living Colour and Schooly D.
Merging expansive sound design with rhythmic drive and vocal intensity, The Veldt's pairing with The Chameleons brings together two acts known for their commitment to sonic detail and emotional resonance. The Veldt’s presence on this tour underscores their own enduring relevance, continued artistic momentum and expanding horizons.
'Black Girl' is available as a Bandcamp exclusive. Tickets for The Veldt performances with The Chameleons are now available online, while the 'Spanakopita' CD can only be found at these shows.
EP TRACK LIST
01 Forevergreen (The Ecology)
02 Black Girl
03 Morning June Yesterday
04 Dakini (Remix)
05 Dakini
06 Slow Dragg
07 I'll Take You There
CREDITS
Written, Recorded & Mixed by Illuminutty (Doityodamnself Prod)
Performed by Nakao Hayato, Danny Chavis & Daniel Chavis
'Evergreen' mixed by Dälek (Will Brooks)
'Dakini (Remix)' by Carlos Bess & Jason Furlow
Produced by Illuminutty (Doityodamnself Prod) aka VELDT
Mastered by James Populos (Populis Recording)
Artwork & Layout by Danny Chavis, Joe Nesbit, and Butterfly Soup Ltd.
Copyright 5BC / Little Cloud 2026
'Black Girl' video by Rob Weiss & James Eakins
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
TOUR DATES (with The Chameleons)
APR 7 — Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater
APR 8 — Madison, WI @ Majestic Theatre
APR 10 — Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall
APR 11 — Detroit, MI @ The Magic Stick
APR 12 — Toronto, ON @ Mod Club
APR 13 — Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount
APR 14 — Somerville, MA @ Crystal Ballroom
APR 16 — Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
APR 17 — Washington, DC @ Black Cat
APR 18 — Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts
APR 19 — Asbury Park, NJ @ The Stone Pony
APR 20 — Richmond, VA @ Richmond Music Hall
APR 21 — Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall
APR 23 — Tampa, FL @ New World Music Hall
APR 24 — Orlando, FL @ The Social
APR 25 — West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable Street
APR 26 — Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits
APR 27 — Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage – The Loft
APR 28 — Nashville, TN @ The Basement East
APR 30 — Fort Worth, TX @ Tulips
MAY 1 — Austin, TX @ Mohawk (Outside)
MAY 2 — Houston, TX @ Numbers
Keep up with The Veldt
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George Thorogood and the Destroyers: Final UK Tour.
George Thorogood and The Destroyers
Final tour of the UK
The Baddest Show on Earth, 2 dates in June 2026
George Thorogood and The Destroyers have announced the final tour of the UK, as part of The Baddest Show on Earth tour of North America and Europe. There will be just two shows: Monday 29th June 2026 at University of Wolverhampton at the Civic Hall, followed by Tuesday 30th June 2026 at indigo at The O2 in London. Tickets are on sale now [all links below]. This is the last chance to witness this incendiary performer live on UK stages.
For more than 50 years, George Thorogood and The Destroyers have remained one of the most consistent—and consistently passionate—progenitors of blues-based rock. And no one knows that better than the millions of fans who’ve seen them live. Formed in 1973 by guitarist, singer, and songwriter George Thorogood and drummer Jeff Simon, the Delaware-based band honed their sound on stages across the Northeast, building a devoted word-of-mouth following through their high-energy performances and blistering grooves.
Speaking about The Baddest Show on Earth, Thorogood says, “When the lights go down, the downbeat hits and the audience erupts; all bets are off. The Destroyers are at their best when we play for the people, and these are some of our favourite—and rarest—performances from the past five decades. You wanted the baddest, you got it.”
Today, George Thorogood and The Destroyers—which currently consists of Jeff Simon (drums, percussion), Bill Blough (bass guitar), Jim Suhler (rhythm guitar), and Buddy Leach (saxophone)—have played more than 8,000 live shows. Career highlights include their record-breaking 50 States in 50 Dates tour in 1981; numerous high-profile tours alongside The Rolling Stones, Sammy Hagar, and ZZ Top, among others; over 15 million albums sold worldwide; plus landmark performances at Live Aid and Saturday Night Live.
George Thorogood and The Destroyers
Final tour of the UK
The Baddest Show on Earth
Monday 29th June 2026
University of Wolverhampton at the Civic Hall
https://www.thehallswolverhampton.co.uk/events/george-thorogood-the-destroyers/
Tuesday 30th June 2026
indigo at The O2 - London
https://www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/george-thorogood-destroyers
01/04/2026
Joan As Police Woman announces 'Real Life Evolution' album, releases intimate versions of 'Flushed Chest' and 'The Ride'.
FOR FANS OF: Cat Power, Anohni, Jeff Buckley, P J Harvey, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Meshell Ndegeocello, Talk Talk, David Bowie, Laura Nyro
INFLUENCED BY:Al Green, Nina Simone, Joni Mitchell, Siousxie, Prince, Hendrix, Sly Stone, Miles Davis, Tony Allen, Lou Reed
Flushed Chest (Real Life Evolution version) - ISRC code GBLDH2600002
The Ride (Real Life Evolution version) - ISRC code GBLDH2600003
FOR SHARING
Album order (digital, CD & limited edition vinyl)
https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026
Album pre-save
https://revealrecords.lnk.to/reallifeevolution
'Flushed Chest' video https://youtu.be/25cW-mONIW4
'The Ride' live video https://youtu.be/nP_LwgjWSZE
'Anyone' live video https://youtu.be/h9AORzcT7qQ
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/6PBv8t9YTLggA9ZMwpeoqj
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/real-life-evolution/1887824237
Get tickets https://linktr.ee/japw and https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour
"‘Sensational" ~ Sunday Times // "This is breathtakingly good music" ~ Uncut // "Full of meditative beauty…ravishing and lovelorn" ~ Mojo // "A voice so wondrous and moving that it makes everyone else’s seem ordinary and mundane" ~ The Guardian // "Beautiful" ~ Q // "The coolest woman in pop" ~ The Times // "Joan As Police Woman is one of the 21st century’s best musicians" ~ The Economist // "Intimate yet commanding" ~ The Spill Magazine
Renowned NYC artist Joan As Police Woman announces her new album “Real Life Evolution”, out June 12 via UK independent Reveal Records -- on CD, Limited Edition exclusive red marble vinyl and digitally. Exactly 20 years since releasing her much-loved debut album "Real Life", she has re-recorded and imagined the album in full with guests including Iggy Pop and Krystle Warren.
Joan Wasser, known professionally as Joan As Police Woman since 2004, is a critically acclaimed musician and producer, dubbed “the coolest woman in pop” (The Times) and “one of the 21st century’s best musicians” (The Economist). As a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, her music defies easy categorization, crafting her own sound that blends various genres. She has released ten albums of original material, two cover albums, and an anthology.
Twenty years in the making, this record was developed through countless nights on stage. These new arrangements are brought to life by the musical brilliance of the players who helped define their sound. In order of appearance, it features contributions by Will Graefe, Jeremy Gustin, Tony Scherr, Parker Kindred, Danny Blume, Krystle Warren, Oren Bloedow, Thomas Bartlett and Iggy Pop.
Now Joan As Police Woman is releasing 'Real Life Evolution' versions of two of the tracks from this album -- 'Flushed Chest', which was recorded at Hayyam Studios in Istanbul by Ceylan Akcar and Sinan Sakizli, and 'The Ride' was recorded at The Owl Music Parlor in Brooklyn by Adam Sachs.
'Flushed Chest (Real Life Evolution version)' is the latest video offering from 'The Real Life Anniversary Sessions', accompanied by Will Graefe and Jeremy Gustin and filmed by Ehud Lazin, following her powerful, stripped-down video performance of 'Anyone'.
"I wrote 'Flushed Chest' shortly after I read “Time’s Arrow” by Martin Amis. It’s the story of a life, Jeff’s life, told in backwards chronological order. I wrote this one when I was in a period of intense listening to The Wailers; Bunny Wailer, Peter Tosh and Bob Marley, one of the greatest bands of all time. This song works well with the trio so we didn’t stray far from the original recording. Singing the 3-part harmonies with Will and Jeremy is a delight." says Joan Wasser.
"'Real Life Evolution' is ten reimagined versions of every song from the original 'Real Life' album. Some transformations are subtle. Others are seismic. All of them were made with an entirely new cast of collaborators.”
Joan As Police Woman is a sought-after collaborator who has recorded and/ or performed with hundreds of artists, including Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, Lou Reed, Anohni & The Johnsons, Meshell Ndegeocello, Rufus Wainwright, John Cale, David Byrne, Dave Okumu, Chris Dowd, Lau, Scissor Sisters, Sparklehorse, Beck, Laurie Anderson, Lloyd Cole, Afel Bocoum, Dave Gahan, Tanya Donelly, David Sylvian, Steve Jansen and Damon Albarn (who duetted with Joan on her song 'Get My Bearings' and invited her to feature on the Gorillaz album 'Song Machine'). She also a member of Iggy Pop's touring band (on keys and vocals).
“Music has saved my life. I am a devotee. It’s not something I can even choose or not choose, it’s just what it is. The album Real Life holds the key to my whole life. At the time I felt compelled to get it all into one record because I couldn’t imagine a world where I’d make another," says Joan Wasser.
"Now, twenty years later (and twelve albums into my career), the dream continues to unfold. I still live to play music. The shared experience of a concert is a constant reminder of our common humanity. 'Real Life; was the spark that lit my calling as a solo artist and I’m truly excited to revisit all the songs that mean so much to me and lovers of 'Real Life'.”
As of March 31, 'Flushed Chest' and 'The Ride' are available digitally everywhere. The 'Real Life Evolution' album is out on June 12th on vinyl, CD and digitally. It can be pre-ordered via Bandcamp.
With her forthcoming Real Life 20th Anniversary Tour, Joan brings exclusive trio shows, performing the 'Real Life' album in full, along with key singles from across her catalogue, fan favourites, deep cuts, reworked covers and a few surprises! She next performs a small handful of shows in New York City at Joe's Pub. All tickets can be ordered at www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour or https://linktr.ee/japw.
CREDITS
Lyrics & Music written by Joan Wasser
Published by Fists of Fury (BMI / Domino Publishing)
Produced by Joan Wasser
Mixed by Patrick Dillett at Reservoir Studios
Mastered by Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound
Joan Wasser - vocals, piano on 'The Ride' & 'Flushed Chest'
Will Graefe - guitar & vocals on 'The Ride'; guitars & vocals on 'Flushed Chest'
Jeremy Gustin - drums & vocals on 'The Ride'; vocals on 'Flushed Chest'
Parker Kindred - drums & vocals on 'Flushed Chest'
'The Ride' recorded by Adam Sachs live at The Owl Music Parlor, Brooklyn, NYC
Ehud Lazin - videographer for 'The Ride'
'Flushed Chest' recorded by Ceylan Akcar & Sinan Sakizli at Hayyam Studios, Istanbul
Assisted by Ilker Cicek and Tolga Kurt
Album cover photo & artist photos by Judi Rosen
P & (C) 2026 Sweet Police LLC under exclusive licence to Reveal Records
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
NEW YORK LIVE DATES
JUNE 20 New York, NY, USA, 7pm - Joe's Pub (SOLD OUT)
JUNE 20 New York, NY, USA, 9pm - Joe's Pub (SOLD OUT)
JUNE 21 New York, NY, USA, 6pm - Joe's Pub
REAL LIFE ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2026
NOV 5 London, UK - Union Chapel
NOV 6 London, UK - Union Chapel
NOV 7 Manchester, UK - RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)
NOV 9 Glasgow, UK - Oran Mor
NOV 11 Brugge, Belgium - Cactus Club
NOV 12 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Zonnehuis (sold out)
NOV 13 Hamburg, Germany - Mojo Club
NOV 15 Aarhus, Denmark - Train
NOV 16 Copenhagen, Denmark - DR Concert Hall
NOV 18 Budapest, Hungary - House of Music Hungary
NOV 20 Roma, Italy - Angelo Mai
NOV 22 Berlin, Germany - Haus des Rundfunks & Großer Sendesaal
Keep up with Joan As Police Woman
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31/03/2026
David Sinclair: ‘Sonia’s Late’ - Versatility & Country styles of new single, out 3rd April 2026.
David Sinclair
‘Sonia’s Late’
Band show versatility with Country styles of new single, out 3rd April 2026
100 Club headline show 19 May
London singer-songwriter David Sinclair releases a new single, ‘Sonia’s Late’, on Friday 3 April 2026. Responding not only to a suggestion from his daughter but also to prove the band’s versatility in sound and style, this new track is another step forward.
“Sonia’s Late started with the idea of musicians hanging around with their guitars waiting for someone who hasn’t turned up yet. Everyone’s tapping their feet and rolling their eyes, but when Sonia finally walks in the whole place lights up. Around the same time my daughter told me it was about time I wrote a Country song — and somehow the two things came together.”
Recorded at The Bookhouse Studio in Bermondsey and produced by Jack Sinclair, the track features the track features David Sinclair (vocals, guitar), Geoff Peel (guitar), Derek White (bass), Jack Sinclair (drums), and a special cameo from Laurie Garman (harmonica). Backing vocals are provided by Georgie Webb, whose harmonies add warmth and lift to the chorus in particular.
‘Sonia’s Late’ follows recent singles ‘I’m Waiting’, ‘[I Got] One Pair of Hands’ and ‘Then… Good Night’ - part of a sustained run of new material showcasing the London band’s blend of British Americana, roots-rock storytelling and melodic clarity. Sinclair’s reputation as both an acclaimed music journalist and a performer with the David Sinclair Four (DS4) gives his work a rare dual perspective: reflective, literate songwriting delivered with the immediacy of a road-tested live band.
The release caps a busy year of shows that has seen DS4 take their energetic set from Scotland to Cornwall and all points in between, confirming their status as one of the most engaging live acts on the UK circuit.
Just like Sonia, David Sinclair will always go his “own sweet way”, as this new single proves, and he and the band are also always worth waiting for! ‘Sonia’s Late’ is released digitally on Critical Discs and will be available on all major platforms on Friday 3 April.
SAVE THE DATE
Tue 19 May — London, 100 Club, HEADLINE SHOW
ABOUT THE BAND
Led by singer and guitarist David Sinclair, the DS4 plays original songs together
with blues-rock standards by Chuck Berry, John Mayall and others. The style is
singer-songwriter based London-Americana/blues-rock with the emphasis on
memorable, story-telling lyrics and the outstanding skills of lead guitarist Geoff
Peel (ex-Diplomatics, Gentleman Tim & the Contenders) and London
harmonica legend Laurie Garman (ex-Yardbirds). The live band line-up is
completed by Derek White (bass) and Steve Jessop (drums).
The David Sinclair Four’s album Apropos Blues was selected as one of the "Top
Albums of The Year" in the end-of-year issue of Blues Matters magazine and
was described as "A superb album" by music-news.com.
The band's previous albums have featured guest contributions from Paul Jones
(of BBC Radio 2 and the Blues Band), Maxi Priest and Robin Trower who
produced their most-streamed Spotify track Living Like a Yo-Yo.
29/03/2026
Montreal's DANIEL ISAIAH shares "How The Tiger Got Her Stripes" from Western Medicine LP out 17/04.
DANIEL ISAIAH SPINS A STUNNING YARN ON "HOW THE TIGER GOT HER STRIPES" Song is latest preview of Montreal singer/songwriter's Western Medicine LP out April 17
LISTEN TO + SHARE "HOW THE TIGER GOT HER STRIPES"
TORONTO ON -- After sharing "Too Far To Run," the first preview of his forthcoming album Western Medicine, today Montreal-based singer/songwriter Daniel Isaiah releases "How The Tiger Got Her Stripes," a stunning track that matches vintage early 1970s vibes with Isaiah's unmatched storytelling.
The song is a prime example of the spontaneous group chemistry that Isaiah conjured while making Western Medicine (out April 17), a 10-song tour de force of roots music song craft, conjuring images of Leonard Cohen fronting The Band, and Randy Newman recording in Neil Young’s barn.
"The song was recorded live off the floor," Daniel says. "At the end of the third take, we were all laughing at how unhinged it had gotten. [Guitarist] Warren Spicer said, 'Okay, let’s be more respectful to the song.' We tried a few more takes, but none had that same spark – so we went back to take three. It’s the sound of everyone digging in."
"How The Tiger Got Her Stripes" is available at Bandcamp and streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal
The sound of Western Medicine is also in large part a reflection of the confidence Isaiah has built over the three years since making his previous album To Live A Wild Life, the result of improving his sight-reading skills and immersing himself in old songbooks.
Working in a practice room on the top floor of a building with a panoramic view of Montreal, Isaiah honed the songs on Western Medicine, some of them right up to the album’s recording sessions in May 2025 at Montreal’s Mixart Studios with a band comprised drummer Robbie Kuster, bassist Mishka Stein, pianist Jérome Beaulieu, and guitarist Warren Spicer who also oversaw engineering and mixing.
Still, it’s Isaiah’s lyrics that form the core of Western Medicine. “Fire In The Night” pays tribute to a friend who struggled with mental illness and tragically lost his life in a cabin fire north of Montreal, while “Champion Is Down” grew out of images of Mussolini and Gaddafi being done in by their own citizens. Elsewhere, Daniel was inspired to write “Old Ram’s Horn” after inheriting his grandfather’s shofar, an essential symbol of Jewish culture, while “Total Eclipse Of The Sun” was written in the immediate aftermath of the April 2024 solar event.
If Daniel Isaiah’s Western Medicine accomplishes anything, it is indeed opening our eyes and ears to fleeting moments of beauty. And once a listener does that, there can be no argument that this is one of the best albums of the year.
DANIEL ISAIAH Live:
May 6 (Wed) :: Montreal QC :: Casa del Popolo
01 Too Far To Run
02 Fire In The Night
03 Western Medicine
04 Old Ram's Horn
05 Until I Lay Me Down
06 Long March To Your Grave
07 Champion Is Down
08 How The Tiger Got Her Stripes
09 Total Eclipse Of The Sun
10 Shadow World
Dale Watson Captures Wild, Untamable Love on “She Was My Baby”.
AUSTIN, TX -
Dale Watson is excited to announce the release of a new single, "She Was My Baby." Listen here. It's off of his forthcoming release Unwanted due April 24th via 40 Below Records, Pre-order here. The single has been premiered by Magnet, check it out here.
Thus far, the two singles that have been released, "Willie Waylon And Whiskey" and 'If You Really Love Me (Outlive Me)", that have been embraced by the press -
“Dale Watson is a living, breathing American roots-music legend,” declares Magnet; “A song that embodies Dale’s passion for true country music called ‘Willie Waylon and Whiskey.’ It can be confirmed — it’s a cooker,” raves Saving Country Music; “Whether it’s honky-tonk, outlaw country, western swing or rockabilly he’s playing, Watson’s signature ‘Ameripolitan’ sound has earned him the status of a genuine living legend and a rule-breaking traditionalist, blazing a trail for artists like Joshua Hedley, Brennen Leigh and Charley Crockett,” writes Holler; “Watson’s music sounds like a time capsule from another era… more rooted,” reflects Taste of Country; “‘Willie, Waylon and Whiskey’ brings alt-country, the Bakersfield sound and psychedelic surf rock together as only Watson could — driving, frenetic, and packed with outlaw spirit,” notes The Bluegrass Situation.
"She Was My Baby" tells the gritty tale of a man come undone. "I wrote "She Was My Baby" explains Dale, as an amalgamation of the women that make men really just lose their minds and common sense to where you don’t recognise yourself until it’s over and you can look back with more clarity. I’ve been in that mindset of a relationship , where you’re so “in love“ or “insane” that your judgement is out of character. I’ve been there and I’ve seen friends there. It’s hard to be talked out of it and hard to talk someone out of it. It usually has to run its course. As I say in the song , you can’t rope the wind and you’ll go insane trying to tame what you don’t understand. Was, is the operative word here."
With his new album Unwanted, Watson delivers another unapologetic statement from the heart of American roots music. It’s a lean, hard-hitting blast of honky-tonk, outlaw country, western swing, and rockabilly — the sound he named Ameripolitan and has championed for more than 40 years. Entirely written and produced by Watson, the album is another defiant stand from one of American roots music’s true originals.
Backed by The Lonestars, Watson is joined by Celine Lee, The Memphians, Katie Shore (Asleep at the Wheel), and pianist Matt Hubbard. “Everybody on this record knows how to make the music breathe,” Watson says. “That’s the difference.”
ABOUT DALE WATSON
Watson has shared stages and bills with some of the most respected names in American music, including Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Ray Price, Loretta Lynn, and Dwight Yoakam — artists who recognized in him a kindred spirit and a deep respect for the tradition.
He’s brought that same unapologetic sound to national audiences through appearances on Austin City Limits, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and The Late Show with David Letterman. Despite such high-profile appearances, Watson remains rooted in the road. “I still play over 300 shows a year,” he says. “That’s where the truth is. That’s where the songs tell you if they’re real.”
Honored as a Texas State Musician and founder of The Ameripolitan Music Awards, Watson sees Unwanted as part of a living tradition. “Outlaw country isn’t nostalgia,” he says. “It’s alive, it’s loud, and it’s still being written.”
SHE WAS MY BABY
She can make a man hardheaded, she can make a man go blind
She can make a man go deaf and dumb and give up without even trying
She was my baby ummmm hmmmmm
I fell under her spell, she was my baby
She can make a man stop drinking, she can make a man start too She can make a man stop thinking, then start thinking whats he gonna do
She was my baby ummm hmmmm
I fell under her spell she was my baby
I say yall that’s because you can’t rope the wind
You’ll go insane to try to tame what you don’t understand
She can make a grown man go crazy, she can make a grown man cry
She can make a man sit down and shut up and take the mote right from his eye
She was my baby ummm hmmmmm
I fell under her spell, she was baby
TOUR DATES
03/30/26 Continental Club, Austin TX
04/03/26 Continental Club, Austin TX
04/04/26 HiCo Hall, Hico TX
04/06/26 Continental Club, Austin TX
04/08/26 The Point Bar & Lounge, Prescott AZ
04/09/26 The Rhythm Room, Phoenix AZ
04/11/26 The Orleans Hotel, Las Vegas NV
04/12/26 Fairfax Grange Hall Bakersfield, CA
04/13/26 Zebulon, Los Angeles, CA
04/14/26 Casbah, San Diego CA
04/15/26 La Rosa, Tucson AZ
04/16/26 Sunset Parlor, El Paso TX
04/17/26 Broken Spoke, Austin TX
04/18/26 Broken Spoke Austin TX
04/18/26 Travis County Exposition Center, Austin TX
04/20/26 Continental Club, Austin TX
04/23/26 Parker Jazz Club, Austin TX
04/24/26 Bartonville Food Store Bartonville, TX
04/26/26 Sundown, Llano TX
04/27/26 Continental Cluh, Austin TX
05/02/26 Broken Spoke Austin, TX
05/02/26 Brentwood Neighborhood Park, Austin TX
05/09/26 Neon Moon Restaurant & Social Club, Yantis TX
05/16/26 Ned R Mcwherter TN Cultural Arts, West Jackson TN
05/17/26 Eastside Rockin'Rumble Nashville, TN
05/23/26 The Long Center For the Performing Arts Austin, TX
05/24/26 Gruene Hall, New Braunfels TX
05/28/26 Parker Jazz Club, Austin TX
05/29/26 Memphis Italian Fest @Marquette Park, Memphis TN
05/31/26 Sundown, Llano TX
06/07/26 Pardners Nightclub Largest Dancehall, Buchanan Dam TX
06/10/26 Main Street Crossing, Tomball TX
06/13/26 Lewisville Grand Theater, Lewisville TX
06/20/26 Broken Spoke, Austin TX
06/25/26 Off Broadway St Louis, MO
07/02/26 House of Rock, Corpus Christi TX
07/03/26 Continental Club, Austin TX
07/04/26 American Legion Post 39, Taylor TX
09/29/26 Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland OH
10/08/26 Barn Concert Series, Columbus MS
11/07/26 Manny Gammage's Texas Hatters Inc, Lockhart TX
CRIMES OF PASSION RETURN WITH CATCHY NEW SINGLE “CONTROL” OUT NOW.
Los Angeles-based Crimes of Passion returns with his sophomore single, “Control”. A synth-boogie track with post-disco influences, the new track has a pulsating beat akin to Balearic music, making it an instant hit on the dance floor.
Instrumentally, “Control” features a mesmerizing electric piano, 909 drums as a sturdy foundation, and a polyphonic synth bass– creating a captivating track that is bound to turn heads. Thematically and lyrically, the new track serves as a cautionary tale about resisting domineering and controlling people. Furthermore, Crimes of Passion uses the track as a cathartic outlet that encourages others (and himself) to live life with unlimited self-autonomy.
STREAM “CONTROL”
Robert Ruby’s indie sleaze-adjacent vocals create a puncturing and fruitful sound, making the track near irresistible. Filled with synth-vox, conga and hand percussion, and wah guitars, Ruby’s vocals and the track as a whole offer a funky groove for fans of LCD Soundsystem, Hot Chip, or Caribou.
Crimes of Passion is the fresh new alias of LA-based producer Robert Ruby. Born to British parents in Chicagoland, and growing up in the Deep South, Ruby was exposed to a melange of musical cultures and genres. With an eclectic music background, Ruby is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, writer and producer, and has learned the most by absorbing the stimulating and exotic environments he has immersed himself in.
Heavily inspired by music that possesses the soul, Crimes of Passion exists in a sonic soundscape inspired by punk, new wave, indie rock, house music, and much more. “Delirium” and “Control” are the first stops on this new and exciting journey Ruby is proud to embark on — one that will culminate gloriously with the release of new EP Coasting.
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SCOTT FISHER PERSISTS AMIDST THE CHAOS ON NEW SINGLE “DANGEROUS GAME” OUT NOW.
Scott Fisher returns with the second single from his upcoming record. “Dangerous Game”, an ode to life’s chaos and unpredictabilities, is now available on most streaming platforms. After exclusively premiering on Americana Highways on March 25th, the new single continues to pave the way for his upcoming record, A Billion Suns.
“Dangerous Game” is the follow up to “The Great Unknown”, which was released last month. Both singles were recorded at East West Studios, featuring incredibly talented and long-time collaborators Tim Lefebvre (David Bowie, Black Crowes, Sting) on the bass and Joey Waronker (Thom Yorke, Beck, Oasis, Roger Waters) on drums.
LISTEN TO “DANGEROUS GAME”
At its scope, “Dangerous Game” is about refusing to surrender to your fear, embracing risk-taking, and overcoming your fears and anxieties. On the new track, Fisher inspires others to put themselves out there and live unapologetically, even though the world can be a merciless place. “Life is a dangerous game; it’s not for everybody” croons Scott, with his smooth and comforting vocals acting as a centerpiece.
“Dangerous Game” is a reminder of how fragile and unpromising life can be. Scott Fisher creates a somewhat existential, but thought-provoking track that will strike a chord with many audiences. Inspired by Motown and R & B, the new single sonically evokes elements of jazz, indie rock, and 70’s music.
SCOTT FISHER BIO:
With a repertoire spanning over two decades, Scott Fisher has crafted an original sound that effortlessly blends jazz, rock, and indie. Originally hailing from Portland, Oregon, Fisher relocated to Los Angeles to further cultivate his career in music. Networking with the right individuals allowed Fisher to move from the club scene he regularly toured, to the recording studio to produce for various television shows. Some of which include Shameless, Parks and Recreation, Better Call Saul, Raising Hope, Gossip Girl, Brothers and Sisters, and The Good Doctor.
Growing up with a French mother and an American father enabled Fisher to draw inspiration from various cultures. Fisher’s first exposure to music began when he studied classical piano from exiled German concert pianist, Ilse Glassel. As a result, his early solo albums are very key-heavy, and encompass everything from piano/pop, classical piano, and Bossa Nova. Over the years, Fisher has exemplified that he is unafraid to test out different genres that may be outside of his comfort zone. Because of his impressive talent as a musician, Fisher has opened for artists such as Brandi Carlile, Augustana, and Pink Martini.
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PLAIN MISTER SMITH CREATES AN ODE TO FAMOUS PAINTERS ON “LUCIAN AND FRANCIS”.
PLAIN MISTER SMITH CREATES AN ODE TO FAMOUS PAINTERS ON
Plain Mister Smith returns with a delicate indie-folk track called “Lucian and Francis.” Simply put, the track focuses on the majestic paintings of Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon, who often depicted raw, yet realistic portrayals of the human body.
Available Now on most streaming platforms, “Lucian and Francis” is a chill tune that features the fluorescent vocals of Tyson Motsenbecker. His presence on “Lucian and Francis” packs a punch, as his textured vocals create a luscious sonic soundscape throughout. Featuring a pleasant mash of synths, mesmerizing guitar strums, and a poised drum beat, the new single by Plain Mister Smith feels like a perfect anthem to usher in the springtime.
STREAM “LUCIAN AND FRANCIS”
Plain Mister Smith’s music continues to be simple, yet effective, focusing on cut and dry themes that penetrate deep within the soul. The new track perfectly captures the rush of dopamine and elation these legendary painters carved out. At its core, “Lucian and Francis” is a great tune for fine art buffs, as it highlights the amazing artwork humans can create with just a brush and some paint.
PLAIN MISTER SMITH BIO:
A veteran of Canadian indie scenes, Plain Mister Smith (formerly of Moev and Cinderpop, and current cellist with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra) blends indie pop, baroque folk, and psychedelic sensibilities. His sound draws inspiration from an eclectic range of artists including The Beatles, Bryce Dessner, Matt Maltese, Led Zeppelin, and The Zombies, and even 20th-century classical composers like Prokofiev, who subtly influence his layered, string-laced arrangements.
Plain Mister Smith may call Vancouver home, but his songs wander freely. With his brand new music, he invites listeners to take that first step with him into a world that is whimsical, thoughtful, and richly textured.
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LAYLA KAYLIF EMBODIES THE FEMALE EXPERIENCE ON ANTHEMIC NEW ALBUM CALL OF THE YONI.
LAYLA KAYLIF EMBODIES THE FEMALE EXPERIENCE ON ANTHEMIC NEW ALBUM
CALL OF THE YONI
OUT NOW
Layla Kaylif has released her new album Call Of The Yoni. Dripping in alt-rock, singer-songwriter vibes, the new album is an immersive experience for all that come across it.
An organic mixture of world music built on Arabic instrumentation, chamber strings, and lyrics-forward composition, the new album by Layla Kaylif focuses conceptually on the "7-in-1 woman". Each track is a part of a continuous cycle that dissects different arenas of the female experience: innovation, eros, sovereignty, spirituality, roots, sight, and transformation.
The English-Arab singer-songwriter's new magnum opus Call Of The Yoni is a testimony to what genuine womanhood looks like. With each track completing a piece of the puzzle, the singer showcases her most vulnerable side yet. Aptly released during Women’s History month, the album features seven introspective tracks that analyze what womanhood means while offering a unique perspective on feminism.
STREAM CALL OF THE YONI
Call Of The Yoni - Tracklisting:
1.Call Of The Yoni
2. My Lover Is a Saint
3. God’s Keeper
4. Everyone Is A Stranger
5. The Bride is Beautiful (but she’s married to another man)
6. Night Journey
7. Hallelujah (Arabic Cover)
LAYLA KAYLIF BIO:
Layla Kaylif is an English–Arab singer-songwriter and filmmaker known for her genre-bending, lyrics-first approach that blends poetry, pop, and cinematic storytelling. After studying Arabic at Oxford University, she signed with Edel Records and released the international hit "Shakespeare in Love", which received critical acclaim as BBC Radio's Record of the Week and a top ten success across Southeast Asia.
Following her award-winning work in film, Kaylif returned to music with her album Lovers Don’t Meet (2020) and the poetic single "God’s Keeper" (2024/2025). Her new album, Call Of The Yoni is an immersive experience that’s bound to deepen her reputation in becoming, as Curious For Music states, “one of the UK’s most intriguing under-the-radar voices... a boundary-walker between genres and cultures".
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28/03/2026
Multi Grammy® Winner Eliane Elias New Album "Ao Vivo".
MULTI GRAMMY® WINNER WORLD-RENOWNED PIANIST, VOCALIST ELIANE ELIAS’ NEW ALBUM AO VIVO
SET FOR RELEASE MAY 22, 2026 ON CANDID RECORDS
Recorded Live At SFJAZZ, Concert Showcases Elias’ Virtuosic Quartet And Thrilling Arrangements Of Brazilian Classics
1st Single “Sambou Sambou” OUT TODAY March 27, 2026
“If you’ve ever seen her live then you know she’s one of jazz’s leading performers. Her enthusiasm and zest for music and life drive audiences wild.” … Marc Myers
With over 33 releases, two GRAMMY® Awards, two Latin GRAMMY Award wins and over ½ billion streams to her credit, Eliane Elias has proven she is a master of the recording studio and the queen of Brazilian Jazz. Now, with the release of her fourth Candid Records release, AO VIVO (translates from Portuguese as “Live”) she captures the unmistakable elegance and exhilarating energy of a world-class artist sharing an authentic, exciting and high-level musical dialogue with a live audience.
Recorded October 21, 2023 in its entirety during a singular night at the SFJAZZ Center’s Miner Auditorium, AO VIVO is an intimate and vibrant portrait of the multi-GRAMMY® winner in her element. Performing alongside her stellar quartet—guitarist Leandro Pellegrino, drummer Rafael Barata, and bassist Marc Johnson—Elias delivers a masterclass in the rich rhythmic spectrum of Brazil, from high-octane samba and bossa nova to baião and Afro-Brazilian grooves.
The repertoire draws mainly from Elias’s GRAMMY-winning and nominated discography—including Made In Brazil, Dance of Time, Mirror Mirror, Quietude and Time and Again. Featuring works by iconic composers like Antonio Carlos Jobim, Ary Barroso, and Dorival Caymmi, the album also highlights Elias’s own evocative composition "At First Sight" and a piece by the celebrated Armando Manzanero.
About the music
The songs are sequenced and presented as they were performed, in crystalline sound that transports the listener to SFJAZZ’s Robert N. Miner Auditorium, an innovative acoustic wonder built for jazz performance. “Over so many years of performing,” Elias says, “the intention has always been to hold the audience and keep them uplifted throughout the concert — so that in the ninety minutes they’re with us, it’s like nothing else exists.”
“We stretch more onstage,” says Elias, “and I design the arrangements so that everyone is able to shine in different ways. They’re all virtuosos.” Take, for example, “At First Sight,” a vocal number off her 2024 studio album Time and Again; here it becomes an instrumental tour de force, an exhibition of long-form solo mastery. More important, however, is how intuitively this group can share an idea or a spirit. On certain songs, including those taken from Elias’ 2022 album Quietude, the group taps into the sensual grace and revolutionary gentility of the original bossa-nova generation. For example, Janet de Almeida’s “Eu Sambo Mesmo (I Really Samba),” a paean to the pure joys of the samba, is performed with a hushed intensity that Elias absorbed through João Gilberto’s approach to the tune.
Other album highlights are given similarly rousing performances, like “Brasil (Aquarela do Brasil),” by the samba architect Ary Barroso, and composer João Donato’s “Sambou Sambou,” the first single release (out today) where Eliane combines Brazilian, Afro-Cuban and jazz influences, singing, playing infectious rhythm solos and featuring Marc Johnson’s melodic bass solo.
“One of my biggest goals in any concert is to preserve the spirit of the music. Another goal is to take my own abilities as a player, vocalist and arranger, and, while retaining the authenticity of these songs take them to a more personal place. This makes performing so much fun!”
Eliane Elias
TRACK LISTING
1. Brasil (Aquarela do Brasil)
2. Você
3. Sambou Sambou
4. Você e Eu (You and I)
5. Eu Sambo Mesmo (I Really Samba)
06. Bahia Medley: Saudade da Bahia/Você Já Foi à Bahia )
07. Esta Tarde Vi Llover
08. At First Sight
09. A Felicidade
10. Só Danço Samba
Eliane Elias: piano and vocals
Leandro Pellegrino: guitar
Marc Johnson: bass
Rafael Barata: drums
Produced by Eliane Elias, Steve Rodby, Marc Johnson, and Ross Eustis
LUKE WINSLOW-KING BLOWS PAST TRADITION ON COAST OF LIGHT.
BROOKLYN, NY - Luke Winslow-King returns with Coast of Light, his ninth album and one of his most wide-ranging to date. Blending blues, folk, jazz, and rock, the record captures a songwriter continuing to grow—both musically and personally. Buy Coast of Light here. He has also released the video for “Don’t Worry Your Mind.” Watch here.
Luke Winslow-King and Roberto Luti bring “Don’t Worry Your Mind” to life in the new live video filmed inside the Sala Moresca in Livorno, Italy. Set within the opulent, Moorish-inspired room at Villa Mimbelli, the performance draws on the city’s rich artistic legacy — from the Macchiaioli painters to Amedeo Modigliani — as shifting light, frescoed ceilings, and kaleidoscopic visuals create a dreamlike atmosphere where music and space feel inseparable. The video was produced by Interlinea Film and directed by Rossella De Venuto, with the support of the Museo Civico Giovanni Fattori.
Originally from Cadillac, Michigan, Winslow-King was raised on artists like Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Buddy Guy, Jimi Hendrix, and Carlos Santana. After briefly studying jazz and classical guitar, he hit the road, busking Woody Guthrie songs before settling in New Orleans. He spent over 15 years there, developing his sound and forming a close creative partnership with guitarist Roberto Luti.
Now living in Spain, Winslow-King found new inspiration for Coast of Light. The album reflects the landscapes, rhythms, and culture of Andalusia—especially the coastal city of Cádiz. “It’s really about the feeling of being there,” he says. “The light, the ocean, the music—it all made its way into the songs.”
The album was co-produced with Luti at Jambona Lab Studios in Livorno, Italy. The band includes Simone Luti (bass), Piero Perelli (drums and congas), Nicola Venturini (keys), and Giacomo Riggi (mallet percussion). Together, they create a sound that moves easily from stripped-down blues to fuller, more atmospheric moments.
The title track, “Coast of Light,” starts with just voice and guitar, then slowly builds into a steady groove that feels like a day by the ocean. The album moves through a range of moods. “Dangerous Blues” is a raw take on a traditional song Winslow-King found through Alan Lomax recordings, touching on violence and survival.
“Shoot from the Hip” has a gritty, cinematic feel inspired by the Spanish landscape where he lives now. “Don’t Worry Your Mind” began as a lullaby but turned into an upbeat rock and roll shuffle. On “Teacher’s Desk,” the sound becomes more dreamlike and experimental.
Winslow-King says he tries not to force songs into a certain style. Instead, he follows where they lead. “You just try to stay open and let the song come together,” he says. “That’s where the best moments happen.”
The New York Times has praised his work for blending blues, gospel, and jazz with honest, personal songwriting, while NPR has noted his playing is “so good you’ll want to slap the guitar player,” and Rolling Stone has dubbed him “the country brother of Tom Waits.”
Over the years, Winslow-King has toured widely across the U.S. and Europe, sharing stages with artists like Jack White, Taj Mahal, and Rosanne Cash. He has appeared at festivals including Austin City Limits, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and Glastonbury, and his music has been featured on shows like NCIS: New Orleans and Deadliest Catch.
Coast of Light, out now on Bloodshot Records, finds Luke Winslow-King stepping into new territory while staying true to the roots that shaped him.
TOUR DATES
3/27 – HARBURG, DE | Fischhalle
3/28 – OSNABRÜCK, DE | Blues Lawine
3/29 – MECHELEN, BE | Café De Wei
3/30 – GHENT, BE | Missy Sippy Blues & Roots Club
5/13 – BUDAPEST, HU | Müpa Budapest
5/14 – Szeged, HU | Rakpart 62. szül. Szabadság úszóház
6/10 – GOSHEN, IN | Goshen Brewing Company
6/11 – LOWELL, MI | Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Concert Series
6/12 – TRAVERSE CITY, MI | The Alluvion
6/13 – CADILLAC, MI | Coyote Crossing
6/14 – HOLLAND, MI | Park Theater
6/20 – MANISTEE, MI | Manistee Dune Jam
6/21 – DELTON, MI | Buttermilk Jamboree
7/3 – TONGEREN, BE | Hookrock Blues & Roots
7/4 – GAILDORF, DE | Gaildorf Bluesfest
8/14 – MARQUETTE, MI | Ore Dock
9/11 – HERENT, BE | Shortie Blues
Irish Musician Gráinne Duffy's Modern Take on 70s Brit Blues Rock.
GRÁINNE DUFFY UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “STREETS OF LOVE”
DUFFY CHANNELS 70S BRITISH ROCK THROUGH A MODERN LENS
FORTHCOMING ALBUM DUE LATE SPRING
Brooklyn, NY —
Gráinne Duffy continues her steady rise as one of modern blues and roots music’s most compelling voices with the release of her new single, “Streets of Love” off her forthcoming Spring release, recorded at 64 Sound Studio in Los Angeles and co-produced by Justin Stanley and Marc Ford (The Black Crowes.) "Streets of Love" has been premiered by Rock & Blues Muse here.
Gráinne explains "This song was inspired by a beautiful bike trip around Amsterdam. I was there to see Lucinda Williams playing one of my favorite venues, The Paradiso. While I was cycling around I was watching the life of the people on the streets and all the beautiful interactions people were having, waving hi to one another, lovers kissing goodbye on the street, friends meeting each other at the traffic lights with their kids in the wooden baskets in the front and it was all so peaceful and humane. I loved that feeling of being an observer of that kind of humanity which exists everyday around us. We are constantly in these times bombarded with all the negative aspects of life from war to murder to horrible injustices in the world that we can forget that there’s actually another way to see the world in the very ordinary everyday exchanges between people which are often beautiful and full of love. That’s what this song is about really, my internal hippie speaking out I suppose! "
The Spring release was made in Los Angeles with producers Justin Stanley and Marc Ford (The Black Crowes), and you can hear that lived-in, analog warmth right away. It’s got some serious players behind it including drummer Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney), bassist Jørgen Carlsson (Gov’t Mule), keyboardist Peter Levin (Blind Boys of Alabama), Marc Ford, and Duffy’s longtime collaborator Paul Sherry.
Duffy’s story starts back in County Monaghan, Ireland, where music filled the house instead of television — everything from Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton to B.B. King and Fleetwood Mac. You can still hear that mix in what she does now: blues at the center, but always pulling in other colors.
She first gained international attention with her debut Out of the Dark (2007), with The Sunday Times calling her “a blues singer of real integrity.” Subsequent releases, including Test of Time (2011) and Where I Belong (2017), expanded her reach across Europe, North America, and beyond. Her 2020 album Voodoo Blues broke into the UK IBBA Top 10 and the U.S. Roots Music Report Top 50, earning her the Independent Blues Award for Best Modern Roots Artist in 2021. Her last record, Dirt Woman Blues (2023), hit #1 on the U.S. Roots Music Report for seven weeks.
What stands out most is how natural it all feels. Nothing forced, nothing chasing trends — just someone following the thread of what moves them and letting the music land where it does.
Sunjay's New Single, That's Love, Out Now.
Award-winning British blues and roots artist Sunjay releases new single & video “That’s Love” from his tenth studio album, “Split The Sheets”
Watch Video HERE
“That’s Love” (written by Stephen Bruton) is a song that immediately resonated with Sunjay for its honesty and perspective. Rather than presenting it as a gentle roots’ interpretation, Sunjay wanted his version to feel alive and full-bodied, leaning into groove, energy, and warmth.
Built around a dynamic band performance, the arrangement blends blues, Americana, and classic pop influences. The production avoids overcomplication and Sunjay lets the song’s message speak directly to lived experience.
Commenting on the single Sunjay says “This song captures love exactly as it is, joyful, chaotic, and impossible to control. We wanted the recording to feel just as alive as the lyric.”
Drawing on a rich musical and cultural background, Sunjay has quickly established himself as one of the UK’s rising stars in the blues and roots scene. His performances have been praised as “mature and confident,” while his guitar playing has been described as “superb, brilliant, experienced, intricate, and faultless.” His style moves effortlessly between folk and blues, creating a sound that is both authentic and distinctive.
“That’s Love” follows the release of Sunjay’s first single, “Take Out Some Insurance,” which has already received airplay on BBC Radio 2. Sunjay is also set to appear on The Blues Show with Cerys Matthews on Monday 30th.
LIVE DATES 2026
17 MAY – FOREST FOLK CLUB, FOREST OF DEAN
18 MAY – WARWICK FOLK CLUB
20 MAY – BANBURY FOLK CLUB
21 MAY – ANCHOR FOLK CLUB, SURREY
29 MAY – STABLES 2, MILTON KEYNES
31 MAY – SALTBURN BLUES CLUB
2 JUNE – SWALLOW THEATRE, DUMFRIES
3 JUNE – DUNFERMLINE FOLK CLUB
6 JUNE – NETTLEHAM LIVE, LINCOLNSHIRE
“That’s Love” OUT NOW on all digital platformshttps://ditto.fm/that-s-love-sunjay
Split The Sheets will be released September 18th, 2026
Pre-orders now open via https://www.sunjay.tv/
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The new single from Kirk Fletcher and Erika Baier - Cold Cold Feeling.
Kirk Fletcher & Erika Baier "Cold Cold Feeling"
NEW SINGLE AVAILABLE NOW!
VIZZTONE RELEASES “COLD COLD FEELING,” A NEW SINGLE FROM KIRK FLETCHER AND ERIKA BAIER
Two blues powerhouses, American guitar virtuoso Kirk Fletcher and Swedish singer-songwriter Erika Baier, unite across continents to create a soulful, electrifying collaboration that bridges tradition and modern artistry. Dropping March 27, 2026 on the VizzTone label group, “Cold Cold Feeling” delivers the power and raw grit of the blues in a stripped-down duo format.
When Erika Baier and Kirk Fletcher share a stage, something rare happens: voice and guitar seem to breathe as one. Their partnership is a meeting of two lifelong blues journeys—different roads leading to the same destination, carried by the timeless power of the music.
For Erika, it began in a small town in southern Sweden, digging into her father’s record collection and feeling the spark when she witnessed blues greats live at a local festival. That fire led her to form Erika Baier and the Buzz in 2014, win the Scandinavian Blues Contest with 12 original songs, and release her debut single "For Granted" (2016) followed by her acclaimed first album How ’bout That (2018). With a string of soulful singles since, Erika has carved out her place as a contemporary blues artist with a voice described by Fletcher as “unique and at the same time deeply rooted in the tradition.” Whether delivering the raw grit of "Cold Cold Feeling" or the uplifting warmth of "Change for the Better," her voice carries an honesty that captivates audiences.
Kirk Fletcher’s path began across the ocean in Bellflower, California, where he learned guitar in his father’s Compton church and absorbed the deep roots of gospel and blues. From there, his career blossomed: touring with Kim Wilson’s Blues Revue, recording on the Grammy-nominated Smokin’ Joint, joining The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and sharing stages with legends like Joe Bonamassa, Cyndi Lauper, and Charlie Musselwhite. His solo work, including Hold On, My Blues Pathway, Heartached by the Pound and Keep on Pushing has earned Billboard chart success and international acclaim, with Guitar World praising his “sweetness and authenticity that screams class.”
Their connection was sealed at the Gothenburg Blues Festival 2022, where mutual respect grew into friendship and, eventually, collaboration. In 2024, Erika invited Kirk to play on her single "Complicate." By 2025, Kirk had invited Erika to join him as a special guest on the Joe Bonamassa Blues Cruise—where their chemistry electrified audiences and proved that history was being made in real time.
Today, Kirk Fletcher & Erika Baier stand as kindred spirits in the blues. They are currently working on a new album, along with first-call rhythm section Jimi Bott on drums and Randy Bermudes on bass, slated for release later this year. It’s safe to say, you’ll be hearing a lot more from Kirk Fletcher & Erica Baier.
Listen: https://lnk.to/KEColdCold
Website: https://kirkanderika.com
Robert Jon & The Wreck release new single "Run Back To Me" ahead of UK and European Tour.
ROBERT JON & THE WRECK RELEASE NEW SINGLE “RUN BACK TO ME” AHEAD OF HEARTBREAKS & LAST GOODBYES APRIL & MAY 2026 U.K. AND EUROPEAN TOUR
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO | BUY TICKETS
Southern California roots-rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck return with “Run Back To Me,” an emotionally compelling heartfelt ballad self-produced by the band, and released Friday March 27, ahead of their Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes April and May 2026 U.K. and European tour.
Stream the new single “Run Back To Me.” Watch official music video on YouTube.
Order the album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes.
The initial idea for “Run Back to Me” first came to songwriter Desirae Megan as she was scrolling through Instagram and came across a beautiful photo of Robert Jon and his family. She felt deeply in that moment, thinking about how hard it can be to be away from the ones you love while on tour. A melody immediately popped into her head, and she knew she wanted to write something to help Robert, River, and Rachael feel more connected to Robert Jon while he was away on tour.
Months later a road trip to Phoenix, Arizona, for a RJTW gig with partner and keyboardist for the band, Jake Abernathie, Desirae floated the idea and they immediately began working on it during the 5-hour drive to the gig. This was the initial birth point of what would later be called “Run Back to Me,” a poignant southern rock ballad about staying connected to the ones you love when you’re away.
Since forming in 2011, Robert Jon & The Wreck; Robert Jon Burrison (vocals, guitar), Henry James (lead guitar, vocals), Andrew Espantman (drums, vocals), Warren Murrel (bass), and Jake Abernathie (keyboards) – have built a devoted global following through relentless touring and an unshakable live chemistry that bridges Southern rock tradition with California soul.
Fresh off their Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes 2026 U.S. Tour, the band are looking forward to touring the U.K. and Europe again in April and May 2026. Tickets are available from www.robertjonandthewreck.com.
Live photo by David Pickles. Tour poster photo by Rob Bondurant.
DHP & Friends in Association with Teenage Head Music & The Main Thing Proudly Present
ROBERT JON & THE WRECK
*APRIL 2026 U.K. TOUR
*SPECIAL GUEST
SAM MORROW
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM
ALTTICKETS.COM, ROBERTJONANDTHEWRECK.COM,
GIGANTIC.COM, THE-BROOK.COM, TICKET SOURCE
KING’S HALL, HERNE BAY
TUESDAY 14 APRIL 2026
Tickets: Ticket Source
Beacon Hill, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6BA
www.thekingshall.com
NEWCASTLE, WYLAM BREWERY
WEDNESDAY 15 APRIL 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
Palace of Arts Exhibition Park, Claremont Rd,
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4PZ
www.wylambrewery.co.uk/events
MANCHESTER, ACADEMY 2
THURSDAY 16 APRIL 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
University of Manchester Students Union
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR
www.manchesteracademy.net
GLASGOW, THE GARAGE
FRIDAY 17 APRIL 2026
Tickets: Gigantic.com
490 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3LW
https://garageglasgow.co.uk
LONDON, 02 SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE
SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
211 Shepherd's Bush Green, London, W12 8TT
www.academymusicgroup.com/o2shepherdsbushempire
SOUTHAMPTON, THE BROOK
(SOLD OUT)
SUNDAY 19 APRIL 2026
Tickets: The-Brook.com
466 Portswood Road, Southampton, SO17 3SD
https://the-brook.com
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ROBERT JON & THE WRECK
JUNE AND OCTOBER 2026 U.K. TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM
ALTTICKETS.COM, ROBERTJONANDTHEWRECK.COM,
GIGANTIC.COM, THEGIGCARTEL.COM
HOLMFIRTH PICTUREDROME
THURSDAY 18 JUNE 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
https://www.picturedrome.net
DORSET, LOVE ROCKS FESTIVAL
FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2026
Tickets: Sanctuary Promotions
St Leonards Farm, West Moors,
Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 OAQ
https://www.sanctuarypromotions.co.uk
CAMBRIDGE JUNCTION
FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
https://www.junction.co.uk
NOTTINGHAM, ROCK CITY
SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
8 Talbot St, Nottingham, NG1 5GG
https://rock-city.co.uk
LIVERPOOL, O2 ACADEMY 2
SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
11-13 Hotham St, Liverpool, L3 5UF
www.academymusicgroup.com/o2academyliverpool
BRISTOL, TRINITY
TUESDAY 6 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
Trinity Centre, Trinity Rd, St Jude's, Bristol, BS2 0NW
https://www.trinitybristol.org.uk
LEEDS, PROJECT HOUSE
WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
Armley Rd, Leeds, LS12 2DR
https://projecthouselds.com
OXFORD, O2 ACADEMY 2
THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2026
Tickets: alttickets.com
190 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4, 1UE
www.academymusicgroup.com/o2academyoxford
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U.S. APRIL 2026 TOUR DATES
April 10, 2026 – New Orleans, LA – Hogs For A Cause
April 11, 2026 – Miramar Beach, FL – Sound Wave Beach Weekend (Sold Out)
U.K. & EUROPE 2026 SPRING TOUR
April 14 - Herne Bay, UK - King's Hall
April 15 - Newcastle, UK - Wylam Brewery
April 16 - Manchester, UK - Academy 2
April 17 - Glasgow, UK - The Garage
April 18 - London, UK - 02 Shepherds Bush Empire
April 19 - Southampton UK - The Brook (Sold Out)
April 22 - Paris, FR - Alhambra
April 23 - Bilbao, ES - Kafe Antzokia
April 24 - Madrid, ES - Sala But
April 25 - Jerez de la Frontera, ES - La Bodega
April 26 - Malaga, ES - La Trinchera
April 28 - Valencia, ES - Sala Moon
April 29 - Barcelona, ES - Razzmatazz 2
April 30 - Riotord, FR - Climax Club Legend
May 1 - Bensheim, DE - Musiktheater Rex
May 2 - Winterbach, DE - Lehenbachhale
May 3 - Regensburg, DE - VAZ Pfarrheim
May 5 - Berlin, DE - Columbia Theater
May 6 - Bonn, DE - Harmonie
May 7 - Amsterdam, NL - Melkweg
May 8 - Arnhem, NL - Luxor Live
May 9 - Brussels BE - Ancienne Belgique
June 18 - Holmfirth, UK – Picturedrome
June 19 - Devon, UK - Love Rocks Festival
June 20 – Grolloo, NL - Holland International Blues Festival
U.S. 2026 Summer Tour
May 16 – Maryville, TN – The Shed supporting Blackberry Smoke (Sold Out)
May 28 – Belly Up - Solana Beach, CA
July 9 – Aura - Portland, ME
July 10 – Blue Ocean Music Hall - Salisbury, MA
July 12 – Pine Junction - Sherman, NY
July 13 – Jergel’s Rhythm Grille - Warrendale, PA
July 14 – Live at Hub City Vinyl - Hagerstown, MD
July 15 – Ardmore Music Hall - Ardmore, PA
July 16 – The Hamilton Live – Washington, D.C.
July 17 – The Tin Pan - Richmond, VA
July 18 – The Stage @ Jones von Drehle - Thurmond, NC
August 29–September 1 – Long Beach, CA - Cali–County Cruise 2026
U.K. & Europe 2026 Fall Tour
October 2 - Cambridge, UK - Cambridge Junction
October 3 - Nottingham, UK - Rock City
October 4 - Liverpool, UK - O2 Academy Liverpool
October 6 - Bristol, UK - Trinity Centre
October 7 - Leeds, UK - Project House
October 8 - Oxford, UK - O2 Academy Oxford
October 9 - Weert, NL - De Bosuil
October 10 - Utrecht, NL - Tivoli Vredenburg
October 11 - Dortmund, DE - Musiktheater Piano
October 12 - Nuremberg, DE - Hirsch
October 14 - Hannover, DE - Blues Garage
October 15 - Aschaffenburg, DE - Colos-Saal
October 16 - Lossnitz, DE - Zur Linde
October 17 - Seewen, CH - Gaswerk Eventbar
October 18 - Seon, CH - Konservi Seon
October 19 - Rubigen, CH - Muhle Hunziken
October 21 - Clermont-Ferrand, FR - La Cooperative De Mai
October 22 - La Roche-Sur-Yon FR - Quai M
October 23 - Penmarch, FR - Salle Cap Caval
October 24 - Cleon, FR - La Traverse
October 25 - Lille, FR - Le Splendid
Joe Bonamassa Announces "The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork," Celebrating Rory Gallagher's Legacy.
Joe Bonamassa Announces The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork, Capturing a Powerful Performance Celebrating Rory Gallagher’s Legacy
Three Fan Favourite Live Songs Out Now – “Walk On Hot Coals,” “Bullfrog Blues,” and “Who’s That Coming?”
Watch the Live Performance for “Walk On Hot Coals”
Available Digitally, on CD/DVD, CD/Blu-ray & Double 180 Gram Red Marble Vinyl
Pre-Order the album from UK & Europe HERE
Pre-Order the album from North America HERE
Arrives June 19 via J&R Adventures
Joe Bonamassa has announced the upcoming release of The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork, a powerful live album and film capturing his deeply personal tribute to Irish blues guitar legend Rory Gallagher, recorded during a series of sold-out performances in Gallagher’s hometown of Cork, Ireland last summer. The album will be released Friday June 19th via Bonamassa’s own J&R Adventures, with pre-orders starting today.
Listen to the first three live singles: "Walk On Hot Coals (Live)”, “Bullfrog Blues (Live)”, and “Who’s That Coming? (Live)".
Watch the live performance for “Walk On Hot Coals".
Pre-Order the album from UK & Europe. Pre-Order the album from North America.
For Bonamassa, the project was never approached as a casual homage. Gallagher’s music has been part of his life since childhood, and the weight of performing it in Cork, with the blessing of Rory’s family and in front of audiences who carry his legacy so personally, was something he felt immediately. “I never had the honour to meet him, but his music and musicianship loom large in my life,” Bonamassa writes in a personal foreword accompanying the release. “From my first time hearing Irish Tour ’74 I was captivated by the sheer intensity of the man and the ferocity of his approach to the electric blues.”
That impact began early. “I remember that voice and a singular guitar tone slicing through the walls of my bedroom at a very young age,” Bonamassa recalls. “My father, who exposed me to so many of the great guitarists of his era, was quick to encourage me to listen to Rory and glean what I could.”
What began as an invitation from the Gallagher family quickly became something much larger. “All these many years later I was asked by Rory’s family to consider performing some of his material and paying tribute to him at a venue in Cork,” he writes. “The very thought frightened me. Yes, I was scared to even attempt it but at the same time so honoured that his family felt that I might be up to the task.” Rather than try to reinvent the material, Bonamassa focused on meeting it with the right spirit. “I felt the very best I could hope for was to approach his catalog with humility and reverence.”
That humility shaped the project from the start. In 2024, Bonamassa traveled to Cork to announce the tribute with a small introductory performance for Rory’s family, local friends, and members of the press. The response was immediate and emotional, and what began as a single concert soon expanded into a three-night stand. “After the announcement, one show turned into three sold out shows,” Bonamassa writes. “I felt that my reputation was on the line with the Irish, but what a response!”
By the time the band returned in 2025, the atmosphere around the performances had only intensified. “This was Rory’s town, and Rory’s people. We weren’t going to let them down,” Bonamassa says. “The crowds on those three nights were rowdy, raucous and Cork did their favourite son proud.” The result is a live document that feels charged by that setting - deeply felt, high-wire, and rooted in the connection between artist, audience, and place.
Across 14 hand-picked songs, The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork moves through the many sides of Gallagher’s catalogue - from the blistering attack of “Walk On Hot Coals” and “Bullfrog Blues” to the emotional sweep of “A Million Miles Away,” which will serve as the album’s focus track upon release. Other highlights include “Tattoo’d Lady,” “Bad Penny,” “I Fall Apart,” “Calling Card,” and “Cradle Rock,” each delivered with fire and conviction while honouring the shape and soul of the originals.
The release also captures several moments that carried special meaning across the Cork run, including Bonamassa’s performance of “As The Crow Flies” on Gallagher’s own 1930 National Triolian resonator guitar, loaned by the Cork Public Museum. It was a tangible connection to the artist whose presence still looms so large over the city and over generations of guitar players who followed him.
Additional footage, included on DVD and Blu-ray editions, expands the story with bonus material including The Inspiration of Rory, featuring conversations with Brian May and Slash, along with Rory’s Acoustic Guitar and Ballycotton - A Million Miles Away. Together, the audio and visual components offer a fuller picture of what these performances meant to Bonamassa, to Gallagher’s family, and to the fans who packed the room night after night.
In the end, Bonamassa sees the album as an offering - his band’s best attempt to honour a musician whose work helped shape his own. “What you hear on these recordings is our best effort to pay tribute to Rory Gallagher, a man I never met, but admire so deeply,” he writes. “His music is part of me and I’m grateful that we were able to contribute in some small way to his ongoing legacy.”
CD Track Listing
1. Cradle Rock (Live)
2. Walk On Hot Coals (Live)
3. Tattoo'd Lady (Live)
4. I Wonder Who (Live)
5. Calling Card (Live)
6. Who's That Coming? (Live)
7. Messin' With The Kid (Live)
8. Bullfrog Blues (Live)
9. Treat Her Right (Live)
10. Bad Penny (Live)
11. I Fall Apart (Live)
12. A Million Miles Away (Live)
13. As The Crow Flies (Live)
14. Back On My Stompin' Ground (Live)
DVD / Blu-ray
1. The Spirit Of Rory (Opening Scene)
2. Cradle Rock
3. Walk On Hot Coals
4. Tattoo’d Lady
5. I Wonder Who
6. Calling Card
7. Who’s That Coming?
8. Messin’ With The Kid
9. Band Introductions
10. Bullfrog Blues
11. Treat Her Right
12. Bad Penny
13. I Fall Apart
14. A Million Miles Away
15. As The Crow Flies
16. Back On My Stompin’ Ground
17. Ballycotton (End Credits)
DVD / Blu-ray Bonus Features:
● Ballycotton - A Million Miles Away
● Rory's Acoustic Guitar
● The Inspiration of Rory (A Conversation with Brian May & Slash)
Vinyl (180 gram Red Marble Double LP)
Side A
1. Cradle Rock (Live)
2. Walk On Hot Coals (Live)
3. Tattoo’d Lady (Live)
4. I Wonder Who (Live)
Side B
5. Calling Card (Live)
6. Who’s That Coming? (Live)
7. Messin’ With The Kid (Live)
8. Bullfrog Blues (Live)
Side C
9. Treat Her Right (Live)
10. Bad Penny (Live)
11. I Fall Apart (Live)
Side D
12. A Million Miles Away (Live)
13. As The Crow Flies (Live)
14. Back On My Stompin’ Ground (Live)
U.S. SPRING TOUR 2026
April 10-12, 2026 - Miramar Beach, FL - Sound Wave Beach Weekend +
+Sold Out
EU/U.K. SPRING TOUR 2026
April 22 - Hamburg, DE - Barclays Arena
April 24 - Rotterdam, NL - Rotterdam Rtm Stage
April 25 - Paris, FR - La Seine Musicale
April 27 - Esch-sur-Alzette, LU - Luxembourg Rockhal
April 29 - Mannheim, DE - SAP Arena
May 1 - Chemnitz, DE - Stadthalle Chemnitz
May 2 - Nürnberg, DE - Psd Bank Nürnberg Arena
May 3 - Zürich, CH - Hallenstadion
May 6 - London, UK - Royal Albert Hall
May 7 - London, UK - Royal Albert Hall
U.S. SUMMER TOUR 2026
June 26 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts w/ JJ Grey & Mofro & D.K. Harrell
June 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ocean Casino Resort
June 28 – Newark, NJ – New Jersey Performing Arts Center
July 29 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap w/ Gov't Mule
July 31 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater w/ Gov't Mule
August 1 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion w/ Gov't Mule
August 3 – Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent
August 5 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater w/ JJ Grey & Mofro
August 7 – Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion
August 8 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion w/ Gov't Mule
August 9 – Youngstown, OH – The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre w/ Gov't Mule
August 12 – Highland Park, IL – Ravinia Festival
August 14 – Interlochen, MI – Kresge Auditorium
August 15 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Resort & Casino w/ Gov't Mule
August 16 – Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Theater w/ Gov't Mule
August 19 – Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center
August 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater
August 23 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
EU FALL TOUR 2026
October 21 - Helsinki, FL - Veikkaus Arena
October 23 - Stockholm, SE - Stockholm Avicii Arena
October 24 - Oslo, NO - Oslo Spektrum
October 25 - Gothenburg, SE - Göteborg Partille Arena
October 27 - Copenhagen, DK - K.B. Hallen København
October 29 - Rostock, DE - Stadthalle Rostock
October 30 - Berlin, DE - Uber Arena
October 31 - Dortmund, DE - Westfalenhalle
November 3 - Basel, CH - Baloise Session
November 4 - Milan, IT - Unipol Forum
ABOUT JOE BONAMASSA
Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of his generation. A five-time GRAMMY-nominated artist and 15-time Blues Music Award nominee - with four wins, he recently notched his 30th No. 1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart with B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100, extending his record for the most No. 1 albums in the chart’s history. With more than 50 releases spanning studio and live recordings, he has built a far-reaching, multi-genre catalogue.
Beyond performing, Bonamassa plays a significant role in today’s blues landscape as a producer and curator. Working closely with Josh Smith, he has produced albums for artists including Joanne Shaw Taylor, Marc Broussard, Larry McCray, and Jimmy Hall through his Journeyman and KTBA labels. He also curates and headlines sold-out destination events like Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea and Sound Wave Beach Weekend, while his Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation has funded hundreds of music education projects across the country.
A dedicated student of the instrument, Bonamassa is also known as one of the world’s leading guitar collectors and historians, with a deep connection to the lineage of blues and rock. For more information, visit www.jbonamassa.com.
JOE BONAMASSA
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Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar release "The Shape I'm In" single from "A Beautiful Buzz" live album.
SAMANTHA MARTIN & DELTA SUGAR
NEW SINGLE - “THE SHAPE I’M IN”
RELEASED FRIDAY MARCH 27, 2026
STREAM SINGLE | YOUTUBE AUDIO
PRE-ORDER NEW ALBUM “A BEAUTIFUL BUZZ” – MAY 22
CD & VINYL | DIGITAL
“The most powerful voice in Canadian blues”
– Rob Bowman (Stax: Soulsville, U.S.A)
“Indispensable, Samantha Martin, the new Southern soul tornado”
– Paris Move
“Samantha Martin's a rock star. She'll tear your heart out one note at a time” – Serena Ryder
Two-time JUNO Nominee ‘Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar’ release their second single “The Shape I’m In” from their upcoming record A Beautiful Buzz. The single is available on Friday March 27 on all available platforms HERE. Stream the YouTube audio HERE.
Originally written and recorded by legendary Canadian rock outfit The Band, “The Shape I’m In” stands as one of this country’s most electrifying musical exports—though many listeners don’t realize the song’s deep Canadian roots. Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar reclaim the classic with a bold, full-bodied reinterpretation, transforming it into a fiery, soul-drenched revival powered by their explosive 10-piece line-up.
Featuring searing horn arrangements, gospel-charged backing vocals, and Samantha’s powerhouse, southern-revival delivery, the track surges with grit, swagger, and raw emotional release. Adding even more star power, JUNO Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Steve Marriner (MonkeyJunk) joins the band, bringing his unmistakable tone and roots authenticity to a performance that feels both reverent and radically alive.
The result is a triumphant celebration of a Canadian classic—reimagined with the sweat, soul, and unrelenting energy that has made Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar a must-see force on international stages.
Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar are set to release their new live album A Beautiful Buzz via Gypsy Soul Records on May 22, 2026. Captured during the band’s Love Is All Around Tour across Western Canada in 2022, the album documents the raw power, soul, and communal energy that have made Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar one of Canada’s most electrifying live acts.
The CD and limited edition gatefold double vinyl editions of the album are available via www.samanthamartinmusic.com/store with the digital edition available on all streaming platforms HERE.
Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar occupy a rare space in modern roots blues music: deeply reverent of soul and gospel tradition, yet unafraid to push those forms into something louder, sweatier, and fiercely alive. Led by Martin’s unmistakable, powerhouse vocal delivery, the band has earned a reputation as one of Canada’s most commanding live acts, equal parts grit, grace, and emotional force.
A two-time JUNO Award nominee and seven-time Canadian Blues Award nominee for Female Vocalist of the Year, Samantha Martin has long drawn comparisons to the great soul shouters of the past. As Rhythm & Booze put it, “Samantha Martin’s name can be talked of in the same sentence as Etta James, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin. It’s soul for the modern age with a turbocharger.” Paris Move (France) went further, calling her “indispensable, Samantha Martin, the new Southern soul tornado.”
Those comparisons aren’t casual. Over the course of their catalogue, discerning listeners will hear echoes of Mavis Staples, Sharon Jones, Otis Redding, Booker T. & the MG’s, and the Memphis Horns, all filtered through a modern, road-hardened sensibility. It’s classic soul DNA delivered with contemporary urgency and volume. As Glide Magazine noted, “a jaw-dropping display of vocal prowess that highlights this band’s brand of supercharged blues. Comparisons of soul greats run rampant, but like Brittany Howard, Samantha Martin might be the next musical game changer.”
Mixed by Renan Yildizdogan and Ross Hayes Citrullo, the in-house team at Gypsy Soul Records, A Beautiful Buzz marks a first for the band: a long-overdue live album capturing the raw electricity that has defined Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar onstage for over a decade.
Recorded during the band’s Love Is All Around Tour across Western Canada in 2022, A Beautiful Buzz was born under extraordinary circumstances. Originally scheduled for January and repeatedly delayed by the final wave of COVID-era disruptions, the tour finally launched in November, with Martin six months pregnant. Undeterred, a 13-person touring party loaded into a sprinter and rental car and pushed west from the sub-zero cold of Saskatoon toward the West Coast.
Night after night, the shows carried a heightened emotional charge, but one final performance stood apart, crackling with urgency, joy, and the awareness that one chapter was closing just as another was about to begin. That moment became A Beautiful Buzz, a testament to resilience, love, and transformation, capturing a band at full throttle and an artist on the edge of profound personal change.
For many listeners, the album lands somewhere in the lineage of Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs & Englishmen, a communal, unrestrained live soul revue where horns, grit, gospel, and sweat collide. It’s not a polished live souvenir; it’s the sound of a band at peak intensity, feeding off the room and giving it everything back.
With a new studio album already in development for 2027, A Beautiful Buzz stands not as a detour or placeholder, but as a deliberate statement, finally committing to record the live force that made Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar essential in the first place.
“The Love Is All Around tour, initially set for January 2022, faced the trials of postponement until November 2022—marking the closing chapter of COVID-era delays. By the time the tour kicked off, I was six months pregnant with my son. I’ve never been one to be easily deterred. So, clad in a winter jacket that barely zipped, our 13-person touring party loaded into a sprinter and a rental car and embarked on a tour from the sub-zero temperatures of Saskatoon to the balmy West Coast of Canada. Each show was a whirlwind of energy and emotion, but one stood out above the rest. Perhaps it was the excitement of the final show, or maybe it was the realization that my life was about to change in a big way. Whatever the reason, the atmosphere was electric, filled with a beautiful buzz that I wanted to share with you. This album captures the magic I felt, and is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of music amidst life's transformations.” – Samantha Martin
A BEAUTIFUL BUZZ – ALBUM TRACK LISTING
1- Love is All Around - 3:35 (S. Martin, J. Chisholm)
2- Don’t Have To Be - 3:02 (S. Martin, A. Beer-Colacino, A. Warner)
3- You’re The Love - 3:37 (S. Martin, C. Chaffey)
4- Good Trouble - 3:18 (S. Martin, S. Vinnick)
5- All Night Long - 4:39 (S. Martin, C. Chaffey, M. McCallum, D. Yates, D. Nash, S. Marriner)
6- The Shape I’m In (feat. Steve Marriner) - 3:58 (Robbie Robertson)
7- I’ve Got a Feeling - 6:58 (S. Martin, C. Chaffey)
8- My Crown - 5:53 (Rench)
9- Loving You Is Easy - 7:25 (S. Martin)
10- “Band Intro” - (1:48) (S. Martin)
11- Pass Me By - (3:31) (S. Martin, C. Chaffey)
12- Them Changes - 3:54 (George Buddy Miles)
13- Loving Cup - 6:25 (M. Jagger, K. Richards)
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Recorded November 26, 2022 @ A.C.T. Theatre in Maple Ridge, BC
Mixed by Renan Yildizdogan and Ross Hayes Citrullo at RHC Music in Toronto, ON
Mastered by Phil Demetro Mastering in Toronto, ON
Lead Vocals & Acoustic Guitar: Samantha Martin
Background Vocalists: Tafari Anthony & Sherie Marshall
Electric Guitar: Curtis Chaffey
Bass: Ian McKeown
Drums: Will Fisher
Keys: Jeff Heisholt
Trombone: Emily Ferrell
Saxophone: Andrew Moljgun
Trumpet: Brian Walters
Special guest vocalist and acoustic guitar on “Shape I’m In” and 2nd electric on “Them Changes” and “Loving Cup”: Steve Marriner
SAMANTHA MARTIN & DELTA SUGAR
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27/03/2026
Taj Mahal announces new album 'Time' out May 1st.
TAJ MAHAL ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM TIME
RELEASED MAY 1 VIA RESONATIN’ RECORDS/THIRTY TIGERS
FEATURES RECORDING OF PREVIOUSLY UNHEARD BILL WITHERS SONG ‘TIME’ AND GUEST APPEARANCES FROM ZIGGY MARLEY
LISTEN TO NEW SONG ‘TIME’ HERE | WATCH VISUALISER HERE
READ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH VARIETY DISCUSSING NEW SINGLE 'TIME' AND THE LEGACY AND IMPACT OF BILL WITHERS
TAJ MAHAL AND FAMED PHANTOM BLUES BAND OFFER MASTERCLASS IN SOUL, ROOTS, FOLK, REGGAE AND BLUES AND CELEBRATE ANOTHER LANDMARK MOMENT IN CAREER OF A CORNERSTONE ARCHITECT OF AMERICAN MUSIC
Today Legendary singer, songwriter Taj Mahal announced the release of his new album Time on May 1 via Resonatin’ Records/Thirty Tigers — a masterclass in soul, roots, folk, reggae and blues from one of the cornerstone architects of American music. Pre-order HERE
A deeply soulful and expansive collection, Time the album’s title track is a never-before-heard Bill Withers composition, originally recorded only as an unreleased demo and nearly lost to history. Close friend, music industry executive, and Producer, Steve Berkowitz, with the blessing of both Bill and Marcia Withers, brought the song to Taj and the band. Listen to the song HERE & watch visualiser HERE.
On Bill Withers and the origin of the song, Taj stated, “My former wife went to school with Bill Withers’ wife, so they knew each other, and I got a chance to spend some time around him. I had a lot of respect for the brother because of what he brought to music. Bill could walk out with an acoustic guitar and sing something like ‘Grandma’s Hands,’ and it would resonate so deeply with people. He wasn’t jumping up and down or trying to be flashy — he just had his own time and his own way of doing things. That honesty in his music meant a lot. So when this song came along, I listened to it a couple of times and felt that movement and that message in it. And we were grateful to receive his blessing to record it.”
Tony Braunagel added, “During the recording process of the forthcoming album Time, producers and members of the Phantom Blues Band, myself and Larry Fulcher, engaged longtime friend Steve Berkowitz as an advisor to help navigate record company connections for the release. Steve, a deeply creative and seasoned executive who previously ran Sony Legacy, had an inspired idea. While working with Bill Withers, when he was still with us, they had come across one of Bill’s unrecorded demos titled “Time.” It dawned on Steve that the song would be a perfect fit for Taj. With the album still in progress, he shared it, and it was immediately embraced. The lead vocal is earnest and heartfelt, capturing the depth and weight at the core of the Bill Withers original. Once the finishing touches were added and the track was mixed, it secured a permanent place on the album. The song conveys a shared human experience, Withers’ vision now honoured and celebrated through Taj and his gifted collaborators, ready to be heard and embraced.”Read more at Variety HERE.
Elsewhere, Time features the Bob Marley classic ‘Talkin’ Blues’ with guest vocals from David ‘Ziggy’ Marley, alongside highlights including the breezy swing of ‘Wild About My Lovin’’ and an Afro-Cuban–infused “You Put The Whammy On Me.” Across the album, Taj’s unmistakable voice remains as resonant and communicative as ever, bridging blues, R&B, jazz, Caribbean traditions along with global and roots music.
Originally recorded in 2010 alongside Taj’s longtime collaborators the Phantom Blues Band — a three-decade partnership responsible for GRAMMY-winning albums Señor Blues (1997) and Shoutin’ in Key (2000) — Time captures a shared musical language refined across decades. The sessions featured Tony Braunagel (drums), Larry Fulcher (bass) and Johnny Lee Schell (guitar), who also produced the album alongside Berkowitz. Additional musicians include New Orleans piano great Jon Cleary and organist Mick Weaver. The album was recorded at Ultratone Studio in Studio City, CA, with its rich blend of reggae rhythms, New Orleans grooves, country blues and Latin influences reflecting the band’s signature chemistry.
Few artists have shaped American roots music as profoundly as Taj Mahal. A recipient of the 2025 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award, Taj is a genre-defying musician, composer and cultural ambassador whose six-decade career spans more than 40 albums, multiple GRAMMY wins and global acclaim. Since launching his groundbreaking solo career in the late 1960s, Taj has continually expanded the boundaries of blues while illuminating its deep cultural connections across continents, influencing generations of artists from The Rolling Stones to Bonnie Raitt.
From back-to-back GRAMMY wins for Señor Blues and Shoutin’ in Key to his Best Traditional Blues Album victory for 2022’s Get On Board, his celebrated reunion with longtime collaborator Ry Cooder, alongside recent acclaimed projects including Savoy and the GRAMMY-winning Swingin’ Live At The Church In Tulsa, Taj remains both torchbearer and innovator.
Reflecting both the years it took to bring the record to life and the moment we find ourselves in now, Time moves fluidly through the musical worlds Taj Mahal has always inhabited — but enriching them for a new generation along the way.
As Ruthie Foster writes in her liner notes for Taj’s album: “turn it up — this is deep-groove, grown-folks music from a band that still plays like the night is young.”
TIME TRACKLIST
- Life of Love
- Wild About My Lovin’
- Crazy About A Jukebox
- Time
- You Put The Whammy On Me
- Talkin' Blues
- Sweet Lorene
- Ask Me About Nothing (But The Blues)
- It's Your Voodoo Working
- Rowdy Blues
Blues-soaked Rock & Roll --- Ghalia Volt Introduces 'Burn The House Down' with “Ride” Video.
GHALIA VOLT DROPS FIERY “RIDE” VIDEO AHEAD OF BLUES-SOAKED ROCK & ROLL ALBUM BURN THE HOUSE DOWN DUE MAY 15TH VIA RUF RECORDS
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED
NEW ORLEANS, LA —Ghalia Volt doesn’t waste time easing in. On “Ride,” the first single and video from her upcoming album Burn The House Down, due May 15th (Ruf Records,) she delivers a fierce, groove-heavy blast of blues-soaked rock & roll — gritty, immediate and unforgetable.
With Burn The House Down, produced by JD Simo and recorded in Nashville, Volt pushes that sound even further — capturing the immediacy of her live performances while expanding her sonic reach. Her first single “Ride,” is fierce, gritty and hip-shaking, a blast of blues-soaked rock & roll swagger that sets the tone for the album.
Recently featured on 60 Minutes alongside Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Volt was recognized as part of a new generation carrying blues music forward. It’s a role she’s grown into over the past decade, shaped in part by her move from Belgium to New Orleans in 2016 — a turning point that immersed her fully in American roots traditions while sharpening her raw, instinct-driven approach.
That same year, she released Have You Seen My Woman (2016), a breakthrough that introduced her stripped-down, streetwise sound. She followed with Let the Demons Out (2017), and Not long after, Volt embraced a fiercely independent path, developing her one-woman band setup — singing, playing guitar, and working percussion simultaneously — a format that became central to both her recordings and her reputation as a live performer.
Her rise continued with Mississippi Blend (2019), which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, and Shout Sister Shout! (2023), which climbed to No. 2. Across these releases, Volt has steadily built one of the most compelling catalogs in modern blues, balancing raw tradition with a forward-looking edge. Along the way, she’s collaborated widely, toured extensively, and become known for performances that feel less like concerts and more like controlled combustion.
Critics have consistently pointed to both her intensity and originality. No Depression called her work “a relentless, blistering heat-seeking missile you can’t escape even if you wanted to,” while American Blues Scene described Shout Sister Shout! as “the album of her career.” OffBeat Magazine praised it as “a real buzz of a record… with no duds or down moments,” and Glide Magazine noted that Volt “is respectful of her roots even as she so stylishly transcends them.”
That balance — between reverence and reinvention — defines Volt’s music. Her sound draws from hill country blues, rockabilly, and garage rock, but it refuses to sit still. As Tinnitist observed, she’s an “unstoppable performer… with blazing slide guitar and sandy, sassy vocals,” capable of moving between grit and groove without losing momentum.
With Burn The House Down, Volt leans further into that intensity. The album captures the sound of an artist fully in command — pushing beyond genre lines while staying grounded in the raw, physical energy that defines great blues records. And with “Ride,” she makes a clear statement: this is music meant to move — fast, loud, and without compromise.
TOUR DATES
04.11.26 Clarksdale, MJ Juke Joint Festival
04.23.26 Viroqua, WI Historic Temple Theatre of Viroqua
40.24 Des Plaines, IL Des Plaines Theatre
04.15 Springfield, MO Gillioz Theatre
04.26 Kansas City, MO Knuckleheads
04.28 Des Moines, IA Hoyt Sherman Place Theatre
04.29 Hobart, IN Hobart Theater
O4.30 Madison, TN Harken Hall
05.01 St Louis MO The Pageant
05.02 New Orleans, LA Jazzfest
05.03 Huntsville, AL Mars Music Hall
05.05 Ponte Vedra, FL Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
05.06 Clearwater, FL Capitol Theatre
05.07 Ft Lauderdale, FL The Parker Playhouse
05.08 Bonita Springs FL Center for the Arts Bonita Spring
05.09 Ormond Beach Ormond Beach Performing Arts Centre
05.10 Stuart, FL The Lyric Theatre
05.22 Colorado Springs, CO Phil Long Music Hall
05.23 Fort Collins, CO Washington's
05.24 Avon, CO Beaver Creek Village
05.26 Arroyo Seco, NM Seco Live Stage
05.27 Santa Fe, NM Unit B
05.28 Albuquerque, NM KiMo Theatre
05.29 Arenas Valley, NM Whiskey Creek Zocalo
05.30 Santa Fe, NM Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery
06.02 Casper, WY The Rialto
06.04 Bozeman, MT The Emerson Centre
06.05 Kalispell, MT Watchholz College
06.06 Spokane, WA Bing Crosb Theater
06.07 Seattle, WA Neptune Theater
06.10 Portland, OR Aladdin Theater
06.11 Bend, OR Tower Theater of Ben
06.12 Boise, ID Egyptian Theater
06.13 Salt Lake City, UT Utah Blues Festival
06.14 Grand Junction, CO Mesa Theater
06.17 Henderson, KY WC Handy Festival
08.15 Duluth, MN Bayfront Blues Festival
10.01 Minneapolis, MN Pantages Theater
10.03 Stoughton, WI Stoughton Opera House
10.04 Des Plaines, IL Des Plaines Theater
10.08 Columbus, OH Lincoln Theater
10.09 Cincinnati, Ohio Taft Theatre Ballroom
10.10 Wabash, IN Eagle Theater
10.11 Cleveland, OH House of Blues
10.14 Warrendale, PA Jergel's
10.15 New York, NY Town Hall
10.16 Homer, NY Center for the Arts
10.17 Kingston, NY Assembly Kingston
10.18 Northampton, MA Academy of Music
10.21 Red Bank, NJ Count Basie Centre for the ARTs
10.22 Old Saybrook, CT Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center
10.23 Fairfield, CT Sacred Heart Community Theatre
10.24 Lebanon, NH Lebanon Opera House
10.25 Groton, MA Groton Hill Music Center
26/03/2026
Davie Furey Feat. Gerry Adams New Single - Donegal/The Swallows' Tail.
Davie Furey Feat. Gerry Adams - Donegal/The Swallow's Tail
Pre-Release: 27th March 2026
Release Date: 10th April 2026
Davie Furey releases “Donegal/The Swallow’s Tail”, his first single of 2026. The song is the product of Furey’s long-time collaborative friendship with Gerry Adams, former Sinn Féin President and renowned activist. This unique project marks Gerry Adams’ first musical appearance, adding an iconic touch to Davie's melodic storytelling. They are joined by exceptional musicians such as Mike McGoldrick (Mark Knopfler Band), Éanna Ó Cróinin, Kane O’Rourke and Martin Quinn.
The two were united by their strong sense of national identity and their love of music & poetry. When Adams sent his poem, “Tir Chonaill Thuaith” to Furey, he was immediately gripped and proposed writing a song around it, to which Adams readily agreed. Stanzas of the poem, read by Adams as Gaeilge, are scattered throughout the song.
The song was developed with fiddle player Kane O’Rourke and produced by Martin Quinn in Jam Studios.
Davie Furey is the lead vocalist while he also plays acoustic guitar & bodhran, Mike McGoldrick (Mark Knopfler Band) plays flute, Éanna Ó Cróinin plays the uilleann pipes, Kane O'Rourke plays fiddle and whistle, Martin Quinn plays acoustic guitar and keys.
Davie Furey - “To work with Gerry and these incredible musicians on this song is one of the highlights of my musical career. I had a vision of how the song and poem would marry but the musicians involved on this tune brought it to another level. Gerry has been a good friend over the years. I greatly admire the work he has done in bringing peace to our country and his work in striving for a United Ireland.”
Gerry Adams - "I was very pleased when Davie Furey invited me to record one of my poems … for his song Donegal. It’s a wonderful song which captures the essence of one of my favourite counties. It was a delight to work with Davie and the musicians. I am a big admirer of Davie’s music and I wish him well with Donegal. Go raibh maith agat. Bhí mé an-bhródúil gur iarradh orm cur leis an amhrán seo. Maith thú, a Dhavie."
Donegal/The Swallow’s Tail feat. Gerry Adams is on pre-sale March 27th 2026 and released April 10th 2026.
Paul Gilbert celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Tribute to Jimi Hendrix.
Paul Gilbert celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Tribute to Jimi Hendrix.
A re-issue will be available digitally for the very first time.
Released 12 June via Music Theories Recordings
Listen to the first track,Purple Haze.
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Paul Gilbert will re-release his 1991 album Tribute to Jimi Hendrix on 12 June via Music Theories Recordings to celebrate its 25th Anniversary, marking the album’s first official digital release.
Listen to the first track, Purple Haze.
It’s the album that almost never was, or never should have been. Picture the scene, it's 2 June 1991 and Paul Gilbert was invited to the Frankfurt Jazz Festival in Germany to trade a few solos with Albert Collins, who was headlining the festival.
At the time Gilbert was riding high with Mr Big and Lean Into It had not long been released. “I was already in Europe, finishing up a Mr. Big tour, so the travel would be easy. I said, "Yes!," Gilbert says.
However, shortly after arriving at the venue, Gilbert learned that Collins had suffered a sudden health issue and would be unable to perform.
“The promoter was panicking and asked me to be the headlining act instead,” Gilbert says. “I didn't have a band with me. And I didn't have any solo material prepared.”
The promoter quickly assembled a backing band using the bassist and drummer from Ten Years After, the group led by Alvin Lee, who were also appearing at the festival.
It was only hours before showtime. “The only thing I could think to do was to quickly rehearse some Jimi Hendrix songs, and make the solos long enough to fill up a whole set. I told the promoter, "We only have time to learn 5 songs, so I'm going to have to play REALLY LONG SOLOS." The promoter said, "It's a jazz festival! That will be great!"
So the band and Paul jumped into rehearsal, and a couple hours later, did the show with scorching renditions of ‘Red House.’ ‘Hey Joe,’ ‘Highway Chile,’ ‘Midnight’ and ‘Purple Haze’ - “It turned out great,” he says. “I don't think I've ever played such long solos in my life!”
Talking about the spontaneity of the situation he says, “The panic that comes from just trying to SURVIVE an unexpected musical situation can bring things out of a musician that would never happen if everything was rehearsed and planned out. As AI figures out how to make perfect productions, it might be a human being's reaction to unexpected twists and turns that are the most interesting to listen to. At the same time, I do like to have some rehearsal with my band before a tour if I can get it!”
“Around that time, I also had a cover band called, "The Electric Fence" with my friends Jeff Martin and Russ Parrish. When I would get home between Mr. Big tours, Jeff, Russ and I would make a list of 25 songs and challenge ourselves to see if we could learn them in a week. Then we'd do a gig. Most of the songs were Hendrix, Beatles, David Bowie, etc. and I did quite a bit of the lead singing. So hopping up on stage with little preparation was something I was used to and enjoyed a lot!!”
Discussing Hendrix’s enduring influence, Gilbert adds: “Jimi’s songs are such great vehicles for jamming. His writing invites musicians to play with each other and listen to each other. The songs are flexible enough to allow musicians to keep their own style and still make the song work.”
Despite initially feeling worried that a Tribute To Jimi Hendrix feels like an important mission that should take lots of time to prepare and produce, Gilbert now believes the spontaneity of the performance captured the spirit of Hendrix more authentically.
“In the end, the pressure of pulling everything together quickly in front of an audience—and being worry-free about endless guitar jamming—may actually have brought me closer to Hendrix’s spirit than if I had planned everything while sitting in a chair,” he says.
Tribute To Jimi Hendrix will be available on 12 June.
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Track listing
1. Red House
2. Hey Joe
3. Highway Chile
4. Midnight
5. Purple Haze
Portland's psychedelic pop-rock dreamers Wooden Overcoat shares shimmery debut single 'Home'.
FOR FANS OF: Holy Wave, Night Beats, The Vacant Lots, Mild High Club, DIIV, Beach Fossils, Temples, Alvvays, Tame Impala, The Black Angels
INFLUENCED BY:Spiritualized, Galaxie 500, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The Beatles, Black Moth Super Rainbow, Velvet Underground, Broadcast, My Bloody Valentine, Brian Jonestown Massacre
FOR SHARING
'Home' video
https://youtu.be/PsAWEweOVk8
'Home' video teaser https://youtu.be/qAGNSGfftY4
Pre-save link
https://hypeddit.com/dbdb5m
Bandcamp
https://wooden-overcoat.bandcamp.com/track/home
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nZNEh142aTAONhYlfUGFg
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/wooden-overcoat/1598505008
Portland tickets www.ticketweb.com/event/night-spots-with-gvth-dvddy-star-theater-tickets/14804713
"Drifting in on a tide of tape echo and soft-focus distortion, “Home” immediately situates itself in that sweet, narcotic space between dream-pop and blissed-out psych. There’s an unmistakable kinship with the blurred, oceanic textures of DIIV, but rather than leaning into cool detachment, Wooden Overcoat’s music feels warmer—almost glowing from within" ~ The Spill Magazine
Based in the rain-slicked creative hub of Portland, psychedelic pop outfit Wooden Overcoat presents the shimmering debut single "Home", a captivating sonic experience that envelopes the senses in a reverb-drenched sanctuary. The trippy accompanying video was created by Italian multi-arts visionary Francesca Bonci.
Previewing the debut "Hello Sunbeam" EP, this is the first official transmission of the project’s signature "gooey haze", blending the sun-drenched textures of 60s garage rock with the restless energy of raw fuzzed-out modern indie spirit. Between the wash of tape echo and reverb, the track finds a sweet spot where lo-fi garage psych meets 90s shoegaze, all anchored by layered harmonies and an evocatively intimate vocal delivery.
The sonic brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Brant Hajek, Wooden Overcoat began in the isolation of 2020, when he returned to music after a hiatus, recording songs he'd written in his late teens. What started as a practice in self-production transformed into a deep creative obsession with soundscapes and gear. Recording in a rented basement, Hajek built the foundation of the EP through spontaneous experimentation—often veering away from planned sessions to follow sudden bursts of inspiration.
"When I wrote "Home", it kind of poured out of me, and I think I’m still interpreting it. But to me, it’s about acknowledging something beautiful, even if it can’t last. Two people who feel naturally paired, like elements of nature, slowly decomposing and self-destructing," says Brant Hajek.
"It’s about the inevitable demise of anything, and ultimately that we need to appreciate what is here right now and live in that magical existence. It’s about having the capacity to admire even when things are burning out."
A study in productive contradictions; while the lyrics and aesthetics might suggest a certain darkness, they are often rooted in inside jokes and a sense of warmth. Hajek’s creative process is a deeply personal, layered journey involving mumbled placeholder lyrics and a patient wait for the specific spark that turns an "emotionally restless" melody into a finished piece.
While Hajek performed every instrument on the studio recordings to preserve the project’s intimate DIY spirit, he has since found his tribe, assembling a full live band to translate these compositions to the stage. With Hajek leading the way on guitar and lead vocals, Wooden Overcoat is rounded out by Dillon Glusker on bass, Mac on guitar, and Brian Levin on drums and backing vocals. Through community, the band creates a fantastic dreamlike environment for like-minded people.
The name Wooden Overcoat—an old Americana euphemism for a coffin—hints at the project’s core philosophy: a playful balance of moody, mystical imagery with light-hearted humor. Hajek’s creative process is personal, the rough versions eventually coalescing into vivid, emotionally resonant themes.
This is Wooden Overcoat's first collaboration with Italian multi-arts visionary Francesca Bonci, well known for her work with The Dandy Warhols, Pete International Airport and Slowdive's Rachel Goswell, LA's Tombstones In Their Eyes, Federale (The Brian Jonestown Massacre's Collin Hegna), post-rock outfit The Quality of Mercury, and iconic British bard Philip Parfitt.
As of March 24, "Home" is available from digital platforms everywhere, including Bandcamp. Wooden Overcoat's debut "Hello Sunbeam" EP will be released on May 9. Wooden Overcoat performs next on March 26 at Portland's Star Theatre with Gvth Dvddy and NIGHT SPOTS. Tickets are available here.
TRACK LIST
1. Home
2. Finally Arrived
3. Heaven Right Now
4. I Knew You Would
CREDITS
Written, recorded, mixed and mastered by Brant Hajek
Performed by Brant Hajek
Recorded in a house in Portland, Oregon
Only humans made this art
Cover art + photo by Brant Hajek
Band photos by Brett Chauncey
Video by Francesca Bonci
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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22/03/2026
Is This the Breakout Record of 2026? John Hollier & The Rêverie – Rainmaker Out Now.
"This could very well be the artist and band to hit the biggest breakthrough in America this year.” - Americana Highways
NASHVILLE, TN — John Hollier & The Rêverie have released their new album Rainmaker, out now via Thirty Tigers. Blending rock, soul, and alt-country, the record marks a defining moment for Hollier — a sound shaped on the road and brought into sharp focus in the studio. The video for "Gonna Love You" has just been released, watch it here.
Originally from rural Louisiana, Hollier has spent years refining his voice as both a songwriter and performer. With Rainmaker, that evolution comes fully into view. Early reactions have been strong, with Blues Matters calling the album “an honest, resonant listen built on heart, grit, and truth,” while Maximum Volume effuses, “Superb songwriting with real energy, and Hollier’s voice feels like the kind of gift that only comes from somewhere deep in the soul."
Rather than leaning into heavy production, Hollier and his band focused on feel and restraint, allowing the songs to breathe and the performances to lead.
“I think the band did a great job staying restrained — not overplaying anything,” Hollier says. “It created a bed of sound that really lets the vocals carry the story. But it still feels modern, even with that New Orleans soul influence in there.”
That identity is built on feel — the kind that can’t be forced. “When we’re onstage, there’s chemistry, there’s energy — something you can’t fake,” Hollier says. “I didn’t always give that enough credit. It’s effortless in a way that’s hard to recreate in the studio.”
Hollier grew up on a crawfish farm in Louisiana, surrounded by church music, family gatherings, and local musicians. After touring regionally across the U.S. and Canada, he moved to Nashville to pursue songwriting, eventually forming The Rêverie.
Named after the Old French word rêver (“to dream”), The Rêverie reflects a creative space where songs are driven by instinct and emotion. That spirit runs throughout Rainmaker, giving the album a sense of immediacy and authenticity.
With the album now out, Hollier is focused on bringing the songs back to the stage — where they continue to evolve.
“The last thing you want to do is sound like everybody else,” he says. “Once you figure out what makes you different and lean into it — that’s how you find your sound.”
Rainmaker is available now on all platforms, with vinyl and CD editions also available.
Edmonton's THE GIVE 'EM HELL BOYS are back in the saddle with new video for "All Said And Done".
THE GIVE 'EM HELL BOYS RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR "ALL SAID AND DONE"
Canadian cowpunks' scorching sophomore album More Noise In An Already Noisy World is out now
WATCH + SHARE "ALL SAID AND DONE"
TORONTO ON -- Can a band really be deemed road warriors until they've survived a van crash? Not that they needed any further validation, but The Give 'Em Hell Boys earned their stripes last New Year's Eve when a patch of black ice nearly took them out on the way home from a gig in Valleyview, Alberta, northwest of their Edmonton home base.
Thankfully, the members walked away from their flipped ride, but it was a heck of a way to start off a year meant to celebrate their recently released sophomore album More Noise In An Already Noisy World. After dusting themselves off, the band is back in the saddle with a new video for the previously released single "All Said And Done," an informal tour of unusual Alberta roadside attractions.
More Noise In An Already Noisy World is available to purchase at Bandcamp and stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal
Fronted by primary songwriter Quinn Clark, the core of The Give ‘Em Hell Boys also includes Charles Biddiscombe on lead guitar, Lindsay Bueckert on bass and Evan Brown on drums. But with their sound augmented by fiddle and pedal steel, the twang quotient remains high on “All Said And Done,” and for listeners of a certain vintage it will call back to a time when the alt-country insurgency was gathering momentum.
“When the band started it was never meant to be a full-time gig,” Clark says. “Charlie and I had been in a garage-punk band called The B-Movies, and we would often have jam sessions with our punk and metal friends in our old living room. Our curiosity with country music would inevitably come out after a few drinks, and soon other musician friends would show up with banjos and fiddles. Everyone knew a few Johnny Cash songs and that led to exploring the deep classics of Ernest Tubb, Roy Acuff and Hank Williams, while the speed of Bill Monroe really appealed to our punk and metal instincts. Sometime around then Hank 3 released Straight To Hell and that sealed the deal. Country could be Punk As Fuck.”
One of the standouts on More Noise is a cover of Waylon Jennings’ “Only Daddy That’ll Walk The Line,” and his spirit permeates the album more than any of the band’s other musical touchstones. Waylon is particularly present in the title track, as Clark explains. “I had been complaining to a friend about the music industry and he said, ‘It’s like we’re just making noise in an already noisy world.’ Hearing that floored me because I’ve always thought of myself as an optimist, and it made me wonder if what he’d said had to be a resignation. Could it instead be a mission statement for the whole record? Is there triumph in making art in spite of every hurdle, distraction and all the indifference? To me, that was the attitude that fuelled the Outlaw movement of the ‘70s. So I set out to write a song that might feel at home in Waylon’s catalogue, but with a touch of my personal optimism.”
Indeed, The Give ‘Em Hell Boys have made a country record unlike any you’re likely to hear these days, a point further driven home by the stunning cover art by Katy Wicks depicting a psychedelic cock fight between two mutant rooster-dragons. If you can wrap your head around that image, then The Give ‘Em Hell Boys might just be your new favourite band.
01 BGD (Bluegrass Is Dead)
02 Ain't Gonna Write (No Songs Today)
03 This Drink's On Misery
04 Only Daddy That'll Walk The Line
05 More Noise In An Already Noisy World
06 This Too Shall Pass
07 Whatcha Gonna Do?
08 Almost Perfect
09 All Said And Done
10 Revelatin'
11 Enough Rope
Guitarist Ben Brandt Finds His Voice on Solo Debut ' Solid Ground'.
GUITARIST BEN BRANDT FINDS HIS FOOTING ON DEBUT SOLO ALBUM 'SOLID GROUND', OUT TODAY
CHANNELING THE ENERGY OF 1970s GUITAR HEROES PRODUCED BY JD SIMO
LISTEN HERE
"The album hums with the unvarnished electricity of classic 70s rock and blues, filtered through a contemporary, soulful lens.” Blues Matters
NASHVILLE, TN - Nashville-based guitarist and songwriter Ben Brandt releases his debut solo album Solid Ground today. Blending rock, blues, and a touch of indie influence, the record marks a new chapter for an artist who has spent years shaping his sound on stage. Listen here.
Solid Ground is Brandt’s most personal work to date. Across 11 songs, he writes about love, loss, and the challenge of staying steady in an unpredictable world. The album draws inspiration from classic 1970s rock but keeps its focus on present-day life.
“I had full control over this record,” Brandt says. “It’s my sound, my ideas — not chasing trends. Just making the kind of music I believe in.”
The album was recorded live at Greasy Time Studio in Nashville and produced by J.D. Simo (Bruce Springsteen, Jack White, Phil Lesh). Brandt is joined by Simo on rhythm guitar, Ted Pecchio on bass, and Adam Abrashoff on drums. The sessions were recorded with a simple, live approach, giving the album a raw, warm feel.
The title track, “Solid Ground,” sets the tone with steady rhythms and lyrics about building a life in uncertain times. “Little Something” offers a lighter moment, inspired by classic Tom Petty, and celebrates the small joys of everyday life. On “Fine Line,” Brandt leans into a groove-driven sound while reflecting on how one decision can change everything. “Parasite Blues” brings a heavier, more psychedelic edge to the record.
Brandt began playing at a young age, performing alongside his father and opening shows for blues artists like Savoy Brown, Billy Hector, and Jimmy Thackery. He later toured with his band Soul Miners Union, sharing stages with Blackberry Smoke and Shemekia Copeland, and performing with Joe Bonamassa at the Hershey Theatre. In 2024, he was named Blues Rock Artist of the Year by the Central Pennsylvania Musicians Hall of Fame.
Known for his strong guitar playing and honest songwriting, Brandt has built a reputation as a compelling live performer. With Solid Ground out now, he steps forward with a clear sense of who he is as an artist — and where he’s headed next.
THE ENIGMATIC FOE DISSECT RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS ON “LOVER…LOVER / REPLACED” DOUBLE SINGLE OUT NOW. NEW ALBUM LIKE AN OCEAN OUT APRIL 24TH.
The Enigmatic Foe continue their saga of double singles with the release of “Lover…Lover / Replaced”. Serving as polar opposites of each other, the two tracks untangle the ways in which we grow apart from certain romantic and platonic relationships.
“Lover…Lover” is an exclusive product of the 2020’s, as it is directly inspired by the ways in which the pandemic reshaped life as we know it today. Jared Colinger of The Enigmatic Foe took the premise of this track from an article he read at the onset of the pandemic. At its core, the track discusses how the codependency created due to quarantining negatively impacted a person’s marriage. Topped off with a powerful saxophone solo provided by Chuck Mullican, the new track’s melancholy is disguised by a hopeful melody that stings once you dig beneath its surface.
“Replaced” is a revamped version of a 2002 demo Jared Colinger always had a fondness for but shelved until the right moment into any of his previous albums. Almost exactly the opposite of its sonic roommate “Lover…Lover”, “Replaced” recognizes when it’s time to let go, by celebrating the concept of flushing a scorned friendship down the drain.
Jared Colinger of The Enigmatic Foe speaks in greater detail about “Replaced”:
“Back then I was struggling to come to terms with a friendship dynamic that was beginning to change and I felt I had to let it go. 20 years later, I was on the receiving end and someone felt they had to let go of me. I suppose we never fully know if someone is in our lives for a reason, a season, or a lifetime until after it happens”
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Marking the last batch of singles before the album’s release, “Lover…Lover / Replaced” continues to unravel the themes set forth on Like an Ocean. Discussing the serious impacts COVID had on society, highlighting mental health struggles, loss, and the fragile hope for healing, Like an Ocean was recorded between 2022 and 2025 and was mixed and mastered by Chris Colbert at National Freedom. Like An Ocean is the fifth studio album by The Enigmatic Foe, and its optimistic indie pop rhythms are bound to lift the spirits of those who have the pleasure of listening.
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Shaped from the personal experiences of singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jared Colinger, The Enigmatic Foe blends together a unique catalog of indie pop, rock, and new wave. A native of Knoxville, TN, Colinger has been crafting genre-surfing music since the early 2000's, often exploring themes of human relationships, mental health, disconnection, and personal growth. Out April 24th, Like An Ocean showcases the addition of multi-instrumentalist Jonathan Swift Behr (drums, keys, guitar, background vocals), and features mastering credits from the legendary Christopher Colbert (Nathaniel Rateliff, The Walkmen, Pedro the Lion).
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MAGUS RELEASE SOPHOMORE SINGLE “THROUGH DARKENED GLASS”, OUT NOW. NEW ALBUM MUSIC FOR MANDRAX OUT APRIL 17TH.
Magus (pronounced may-jus) proudly present their new single “Through Darkened Glass”. Now available on streaming, the new single continues themes of folk-horror and stoner rock.
Gearing up to release their debut album Music For Mandrax, Magus’ new single takes sonic inspiration from the 70’s barbiturate namechecked in the album's title as well as nods to Bergman's existential masterpieceThrough a Glass Darkly. The new track, which follows the biological and philosophical struggles of a metaphysical creature that exsanguinates its prey, dabbles in the acidic gothicism of the band's previous single, “Exodus," while simultaneously expands the band's penchant for moody psychedelia.
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Recorded at Hexham Head in 2025, the new track comes from the thirteenth Language of Stone offering. Mixed and mastered by Brian McTear and Amy Morrissey at Miner Street Recordings (with vinyl mastering by Alex Abrash), the new single precedes seven additional tracks that gush with a heavy rock lyricism that is reflected by fashion designer Hogan McLaughlin's meticulous and whimsical cover art.
Conceptually, “Through Darkened Glass” owes its existence to the phantasmagorical. Sonically, the song extrudes a dichotomy of sludgy riffs and shimmering synth and Rhodes lines. Both reflect the song's thematic origins in folk culture and lineage in psychedelic rock. Shrouded in mystery, the new track by Magus is a perfect fit for fans who like their psychedelic rock of the 70s variety and their messaging oblique.
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Formed in late 2024 in the bucolic hills of rural Pennsylvania, Magus are the brainchild of real life husband and wife Greg Weeks (guitar, vox, mini-moog) and Jessica Weeks (keys, flute, vox). Having been a part of various bands in the past (Espers, Grass, Woodwose,The Valerie Project), Jessica and Greg Weeks are carving a doomier, yet inspirational path with Magus leading the way. Adopting Jesse Sparhawk on bass and Ben McConnell on drums, the four-piece set out to create gothic progressive rock in the vein of contemporaries like Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, and Flower Travelling Band.
With politically charged lyrics and heavy rhythms, Magus has created a branch of rock that penetrates deep. Delving into trance-like riffs and euphoric solos, the four piece have excavated the backbone for their debut album, Music for Mandrax. Inspired by the barbiturate mandrax which Leonard Cohen most famously used (amongst other legends), the band’s approach to alchemy, the blending of rock, gothic, proto metal, and psychedelic styles create a sound that is, ultimately and uniquely their own. Music for Mandrax is out April 17th via Language of Stone.
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21/03/2026
VizzTone releases new 11 GUYS QUARTET single – “Cheeky Baby”.
“Cheeky Baby” is the latest release from 11 Guys Quartet on the Vizztone label. It's a swinging blues rock instrumental groove with tasty guitar and harmonica, a touch of Latin spice and a tongue in cheek video send up of modern concert production thrown in for laughs. Jump into spring with "Cheeky Baby" on your playlist.
The 11 Guys Quartet are: Paul Lenart (guitar, vocals), Chuck Purro (drums, vocals), Bill "Coach" Mather (bass) and Richard "Rosy" Rosenblatt (harmonica). They are all veteran musicians who have spent decades honing their craft in clubs and concert halls nationwide.
The quartet first came together in te 1980s to back many of the blues greats who came through their hometown of Boston, MA USA. They have maintained the band over the years, appearing under their own name and releasing their original music on the VizzTone label.
In recent years they have added music videos to their repertoire of new songs and attracted a whole new audience to their YourTube channel, where you can see their the videos and hear their whole catalog. Click below for their YouTube page.
The 11 Guys Quartet — A Little History:
Around 2008 the Guys decided to go into VizzTone's basement studio to record some original blues instrumentals — straight-ahead, unadorned live takes, mood pieces and variations — no screaming solos, all self-contained and, well... small. After considering the possibilities for another decade or so, they decided in 2020 it was time to release this music to the world as "11 Guys Quartet - Small Blues And Grooves," and fans, radio and press from around the world responded lovingly:
“Masterful, understated, and just plain cool” – The Rock Doctor, Canada
"Heat of sound fairness of the game, and intimate knowledge of the territory” – Paris Move, France
“A treasure trove of great music” – Blues Matters, UK
“The close chemistry in the playing breathes right through the CD” – Elmore magazine, USA
Two recent offerings, "Lonesome Hotel Blues" and "Off The Rails", havev received heavy airplay on SiriusXM's Bluesville station, once again expanding their audience to new listeners.
The 11 Guys Quartet is pressing forward, releasing new music on a regular basis, and they hope everyone will give a listen to their latest "Cheeky Baby"!
Marc Broussard unveils double single "I'm Going Home" & "Trying To Do Right" featuring Joe Bonamassa.
MARC BROUSSARD UNVEILS SECOND DOUBLE SINGLE "I'M GOING HOME" / "TRYING TO DO RIGHT"
FEATURING BLUES ICON JOE BONAMASSA
FROM THE FORTHCOMING ALBUM, CHANCE WORTH TAKING, HIS FIRST ALL-ORIGINAL BLUES SOUL RECORDING, OUT APRIL 17 ON KTBA RECORDS
STREAM “I’M GOING HOME” & “TRYING TO DO RIGHT” - OUT TODAY -
Watch the official music video for “I’M GOING HOME" HERE
CHANCE WORTH TAKING REUNITES BROUSSARD WITH
JOE BONAMASSA ON STUNNING 14-TRACK COLLECTION PRODUCED BY BONAMASSA, JOSH SMITH AND CALVIN TURNER
Marc Broussard unveils two new singles, “Going Home” and “Trying To Do Right," offering a deeper look into his anticipated forthcoming album, Chance Worth Taking - his first collection of all-original blues and soul songs, arriving April 17th on Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Records.
The Double Single “I'm Going Home” / “Trying To Do Right”, out today, features the masterful fretwork of Joe Bonamassa, which perfectly complements Broussard's signature vocal grit and emotive songwriting, further defining the renowned soul singer's latest artistic chapter. Stream the new tracks HERE.
“I’m Going Home” builds on an infectious, steady groove and a lush, horn-infused arrangement driven by Bonamassa’s searing guitar riffs. The song takes flight on Broussard's expressive vocals, creating a powerful, emphatic sound that mirrors the deep emotional stakes of his lyrics.
Watch the official music video for “I’m Going Home” HERE.
“‘I'm Going Home’ is one of those songs that speaks to my undying love for my beautiful wife,” Broussard explains. “I'd die without her. I wouldn't even have the will to continue living. Joe played his butt off at every turn, which probably speaks to his love affair with the guitar.”
The slow-burning blues ballad “Trying To Do Right” opens with Bonamassa’s commanding guitar, setting a reflective tone. Broussard's stirring vocals blend feeling and finesse, culminating in a confessional chorus. This delivery highlights the heartfelt sentiment pervading the song, while Bonamassa's riveting guitar provides a rich, atmospheric weight throughout.
"‘Trying To Do Right’ came in a flurry,” Broussard recalls. “I had to harken back to the earliest days of my relationship with my wife. I wasn’t always a good boyfriend—in fact, I was a terrible one in those early days. The regret is somewhat softened by the knowledge that I can draw on those memories for inspiration in my writing. Thanks to Joe for providing the added emotional emphasis.”
Both "I'm Going Home" and "Trying To Do Right" were co-written by Broussard and Calvin Turner, with the recording beginning when Turner sent him the instrumentals. Broussard explains, "These songs were both part of the initial batch Calvin and I wrote, which came together over 3 days in a bit of a writing frenzy. Calvin came up with the hook and arrangement for 'Right,' and like a good hunting dog, once I'm onto a scent, I'm gonna find it. I was a madman who couldn't resist the pull of the writer's room from sunup to sundown."
Chance Worth Taking, produced by blues heavyweights Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith alongside Calvin Turner, is a stunning 14-track collection that includes the album's dynamic lead singles, "Fever" / "No More". The album reunites Broussard with Bonamassa, who takes the helm to contribute mesmerizing guitar solos on 10 tracks, including three songs co-written with Broussard.
This stellar creative circle is rounded out by Josh Smith, who features on and co-wrote four tracks, and Calvin Turner, who joined forces with Broussard to co-write 10 of the album’s original songs and contributes to the album’s lush string and horn arrangements. Chance Worth Taking is out April 17 on KTBA records.
Pre-order the album HERE.
Marc Broussard is currently on the European leg of his extensive international tour. His US shows will kick off in April, including festival appearances such as the Soundwave Beach Weekend on April 9 and his fifth performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on May 1. Headlining performances include stops in Chattanooga, TN; Atlanta, GA; Birmingham, AL; two shows in Chicago, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; and NYC’s Brooklyn Bowl. The full list of dates is below.
2026 TOUR DATES
Mar 20 - Paradiso - Amsterdam, NL*
Mar 21 - Hedon - Zwolle, NL*
Mar 22 - Doornroosje - Nijmegen, NL*
Mar 24 - Muziekgieterij - Maastricht, NL*
Mar 25 - La Maroquinerie - Paris, FR*
Mar 26 - The Blues Kitchen Manchester - Manchester, UK*+ Sold Out
Mar 27 - Islington Assembly Hall - London, UK*
*With Brian Mackey Support
U.S. SPRING DATES
Apr 9 - Soundwave Beach Weekend - Miramar Beach, FL + Sold Out
Apr 23 - The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Ctr - Huntington, TN*
Apr 24 - The Walker Theatre - Chattanooga, TN*
Apr 25 - Variety Playhouse - Atlanta, GA*
Apr 26 - Neighborhood Theatre - Charlotte, NC*
Apr 28 - Manchester Music Hall - Lexington, KY**
Apr 29 - Bijou Theatre - Knoxville, TN**
Apr 30 - Lyric Theatre - Birmingham, AL**
May 1 - New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest - New Orleans, LA
May 3 - Dosey Doe - The Woodlands, TX+
May 5 - Delmar Hall - St Louis, MO**
May 7 - Fitzgerald Theater - St Paul, MN*
May 8 - Space - Evanston, IL**
May 9 - Space - Evanston, IL**
May 10 - Hi-Fi Annex (Hi-Fi Indy) - Indianapolis, IN**
May 12 - Thunderbird Cafe - Pittsburgh, PA **
May 13 - The Birchmere - Alexandria, VA **
May 14 - Ardmore Music Hall - Ardmore, PA**
May 15 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY**
May 16 - Narrows Center For The Arts - Fall River, MA**
May 30 - Bear Shadow Festival - Highlands, NC
*With Seth Walker Support
** With Sway Wild Support
+ With Kristen Kelly Support
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MARC BROUSSARD
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Modesty Blaise presents "The Little Things You Do" ahead of "Melancholia - Remaster" 25th Anniversary Edition.
FOR FANS OF: Pulp, Divine Comedy, XTC, Stereolab, Jacques Dutronc, Francoise Hardy, High Llamas, Edwyn Collins, Michael Nesmith, Brian Wilson
"The Little Things You Do" ISRC code DERB7260006
"Carol Mountain" ISRC code GX56R02000010
FOR SHARING
"The Little Things You Do" video https://youtu.be/fAjQsDjYyMo
Get the single https://orcd.co/the-little-things
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/4p0CpdGYRy6SMo2Yt0ia3n
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/modesty-blaise/1689733340
"Carol Mountain" video https://youtu.be/LWQkL8oN91g
Bandcamp
https://modestyblaiseuk.bandcamp.com/track/carol-mountain-2
Original 'Melancholia' album (vinyl, CD) https://modestyblaiseuk.bandcamp.com/album/melancholia
"Clever they are Modesty Blaise – they know just what to borrow, and just what to create. Most importantly – they know just how to blend. And what a cocktail they create" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Cheeky pop perfection... Fantabulous dance-pop, Modesty Blaise will remind you that Brits are the king of wit and groovy retro-laced musical wanderings, not far from the mark set by Pulp back in the 90s" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
“A sublime sugar lump... captures what is great about charming English pop. Part C86 part 67 psych pop, a beautifully written slice of nostalgia" ~ Monolith Cocktail
Bristol indiepop collective Modesty Blaise presents "The Little Things You Do", a lost masterpiece of baroque-pop, as a remaster that finally delivers the lush, orchestral depth originally intended for its aborted 7-inch release. The video footage was filmed during the Melancholia tour in Germany, just after the original album was released.
Previewing the remastered 25th Anniversary edition of their seminal album "Melancholia", this single breathes new life into this cult-classic, trading its mysterious history for a polished, high-fidelity presence that demands a place in the modern pop canon.
One of the many standout tracks from this record, 'The Little Things You Do' was slated to be the third single from the cult classic album but that didn’t happen - the band had started recording a video and then it stopped and now nobody can remember why! Frontman and founder Jonny Collins shares, “It was always going to be a single, that’s why we recorded a single version. I wonder what happened”.
The 2026 remaster was prepared with a light-touch approach, focused on clarity and depth rather than reinvention. Greater dynamic range and enhanced detail bring new presence to the recording, revealing subtle textures and spatial nuance while preserving the character of the original mix. Featuring newly-restored audio, many outtakes from the original sessions and updated artwork in a fantastic new 3 Disc version, this release reflects on the album’s legacy and continued resonance.
Modesty Blaise have also shared the lead track, "Carol Mountain" as a Bandcamp exclusive, the video for which was created from footage shot when Modesty Blaise played in New York in 2002, when the band was made up of Jonny Collins, David W Brown, Gregory Jones, Clem Courtney and Julien Clapperton.
Modesty Blaise have been around since 1993 in various guises. In that year, they recorded their debut single 'Christina Terrace' with Edwyn Collins at the helm, garnering them immediate success with a live appearance on ITV and inclusion among many end-of-year top music rankings. Other highlights include supporting Robbie Williams at London's O2 Arena, inclusion in a Rough Trade compilation, an ITV company documentary on Jonny Collins, and a BBC Radio session involving seventeen people.
“For quite a while now, people have been asking us why our biggest album wasn’t available to stream. We decided that, if we were going to do it, we’d do it properly”, says Jonny Collins.
Originally on CD and vinyl, "Melancholia" remains a quietly influential work more than two decades after its release — defined by emotional precision, sonic restraint, and a timeless sense of atmosphere. The 2026 remaster has been completed with a light-touch approach, focused on clarity and depth rather than reinvention. Greater dynamic range and enhanced detail bring new presence to the recording, revealing subtle textures and spatial nuance while preserving the character of the original mix.
On March 20th, 'The Little Things You Do' is available across digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The "Melancholia - Remaster" album will be released on April 24th.
'MELANCHOLIA - REMASTER'
Disc 1: Melancholia - Remastered
Disc 2: Melancholia [de]Construction
Disc 3: Melancholia - The Singles
CREDITS
Written by Jonny Collins
Mixed & produced by Jonny Collins
Remastering at White House Studio by original engineer Martin Nichols
Jonny Collins - vocals & guitar
David W Brown - bass guitar
Gregory Jones - guitar & vocals
Clem Courtney - organ &vocals
Julien Clapperton - drums & cymbals
Video created by Jonny Collins
Germany tour footage filmed by Bernd Kabs
Cover artwork by Gregory Jones
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Alt-rockers Noir Addiction dish up mischief and mayhem on "Serve Me Some Crime" single.
FOR FANS OF: Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, Twin Tribes, Stabbing Westward, HIM, Marilyn Manson, She Past Away
INFLUENCED BY: Depeche Mode, NIN, Marilyn Manson, A Perfect Circle, Gary Numan, Bauhaus
GENRES:Industrial Rock / Alternative Rock
ISRC code - ESA122629311
FOR SHARING
"Serve Me Some Crime" video
https://youtu.be/a1bQgTPFffw
Get the single https://hypeddit.com/noiraddiction/servemesomecrime
Bandcamp https://noiraddiction.bandcamp.com/track/serve-me-some-crime-2
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/6Zv1sgSm7zLawLuYO5kgA9
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/it/album/serve-me-some-crime-single/1880599988
'Decadent Desire' album (2025) https://noiraddiction.bandcamp.com/album/decadent-desire
'Blow Me Away' video (2025) https://youtu.be/bJo81qv-IKg
'I Feel You' (Depeche Mode Cover) https://youtu.be/q3AUzKZ_dGE
Get tickets
https://www.noiraddiction.com/live
"Somewhere between industrial grit and sardonic self-awareness. Drawing clear lineage from acts like Nine Inch Nails and Depeche Mode, Noir Addiction doesn’t just imitate its influences—it refracts them through a modern lens of irony and controlled chaos" ~ The Spill Magazine
Alternative-industrial rockers Noir Addiction present their new single "Serve Me Some Crime", a sarcastic manifesto about embracing chaos and contradiction, where rule-breaking, humor and non-conformity become tools of personal freedom. Presented with a smashing new video directed & edited by Jack Lucas Laugeni, it celebrates choosing instinct and madness over routine, control, and the suffocating seriousness of everyday life. This is the first taste of the album "Pretty Things Don’t Last", forthcoming via Berlin-based Soulpunx label.
Emerging with a raw, industrial-tinged soul, Noir Addiction is a powerhouse trio that harnesses a dark, heavy aesthetic against a backdrop of classic rock ’n’ roll grit. Founded by Sonny Lanegan, who handles vocals, guitars, synthesizers, and programming, the band is rounded out by drummer Roberto Catanzaro and Nessie Zorba on keyboards and percussion. A seasoned musician and producer, Lanegan’s creative vision was shaped by cutting his teeth in Los Angeles's high-octane music scene, where he honed his experimental style as singer-songwriter for White Pulp and co-founder of The Dead Good.
“Serve Me Some Crime” started from a really simple feeling: sometimes life gets too serious. Too structured. Too polite. The word “crime” in the song isn’t literal it’s more about breaking small, invisible rules. It’s about those moments when you don’t want to behave exactly how you’re expected to. A regular Sunday can feel predictable, almost scripted, and the song plays with the idea of shaking that up adding a bit of danger, irony, or mischief to something ordinary,” says Sonny Lanegan.
“At its core, the song is about freedom not the peaceful, inspirational kind, but the messy kind. The kind where you allow yourself to be contradictory, to not have it all figured out, to embrace a bit of chaos instead of pretending you’re always in control. It’s me saying: if life insists on being absurd, I might as well play along.”
Based in Italy, Noir Addiction has electrifying their way onto the music scene through their clever mix of glamorously haunting atmosphere, sense of decadence, rebellion and obsession, Noir Addiction bring a high-voltage fusion of dark rock, grunge attitude and shock-rock energy. By fusing heavy, distorted guitars and electronic textures with theatrics and raw emotion, they offer an immersive experience that is meant to be felt just as much as it is heard.
“There’s a lot of contradiction in the lyrics on purpose. Lines like “I don’t need forgiveness right now” or “I wear the joke to fight” reflect that push and pull between being sincere and hiding behind humor. I think many of us do that… we joke when things get uncomfortable, we act cool instead of saying what we really feel. The song lives in that space. Writing it felt like letting myself misbehave creatively. I didn’t overthink it, I followed the impulses that felt a little reckless. The lyrics came out in bursts, almost like I was arguing with myself. There’s tension in the song because that’s how I felt: torn between wanting to stay composed and wanting to blow everything up,” says Sonny Lanegan.
“When we recorded it, I wanted that tension to stay alive. We didn’t polish away the edges. The vocals needed attitude something slightly provocative, almost teasing. I wanted the track to feel cool but restless at the same time, like there’s something simmering underneath. We played with that contrast between restraint and release, keeping it tight in some moments and then letting it loosen just enough to feel unpredictable. That balance is really what gives the song its character”.
Sonny Lanegan brings years of behind-the-scenes studio and production experience to Noir Addiction. Many of his songs have also been licensed to and featured in American TV shows, cementing his presence in mainstream media and propelling him into notable collaborations with artists and producers, which has sharpened his sound and pushed his creative vision to new heights.
Lanegan eventually reconnected with his old friend Nessie Zorba, former bandmate in PostHuman, with whom they toured Europe, rekindling their deep musical connection and passion for relentless intensity and depth and channelling this unfiltered energy into this new, heavier, darker project. Drummer Roberto Catanzaro then joined in, bringing a new dynamic layer to their presence, his powerful and heavy-weighted performance adding body, urgency and raw impact to their overall sound.
Soulpunx is an independent record label and media production house founded in 2017 by music producer and film composer Konstantin Dellos. Dedicated to the creation and promotion of high-quality audiovisual art, the label's focus is modern rock and alternative music. Beyond music, Soulpunx produces short films, documentaries and music videos, always emphasizing powerful storytelling.
As of March 20, "Serve Me Some Crime" will be available across
digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The full "Pretty Things Don’t Last" album will be released on July 16 via SoulPunx Records.
Noir Addiction will be touring in support of this EP, beginning with two special shows in Prague - at Subzero Prague on May 14 and at Chapeau Rouge on May 15.
EP TRACKLIST
1 Serve Me Some Crime
2 How She’s Got It
3 Toxic Twins
4 Cold Habit
5 Money For The Honey
6 Radio Funeral
CREDITS
Music & Lyrics by Sonny Lanegan
Sonny Lanegan - vocals, guitars, synthesizers & programming
Nessie Zorba - keyboards & percussions
Roberto Catanzaro - drums
Engineered, Mixed & Mastered by Damiano Paoloni
Produced by Sonny Lanegan
Recorded at Sound Distillery (Italy)
ISRC code - ESA122629311 / UPC - 8447721120525
Cover artwork model - Rozigr
Photos by Valerio Fanelli
Video directed & edited by Jack Lucas Laugeni
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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20/03/2026
Son Little - New single 'Whip the Wind' - New album ‘Cityfolk’ out this Friday - UK shows in April.
SON LITTLE
NEW SINGLE 'WHIP THE WIND' OUT NOW
NEW ALBUM ‘CITYFOLK’ OUT THIS FRIDAY
UK SHOWS APRIL - LONDON'S JAZZ CAFE SOLD OUT
Ahead of this Friday’s release of his new album ‘CITYFOLK’, Son Little is sharing the album track 'Whip the Wind' today. 'Whip the Wind' grooves with Afro-Latin polyrhythms, its hook driven by a constant shaker and a silky synth melody that recalls early-1970s Stevie Wonder. But the song sticks to Little’s true form: despite its danceable feeling, the song is a call to recognise the human cost of power before it’s too late. Listen below.
LISTEN TO 'WHIP THE WIND' SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE
Although often placed in the category of “roots musician”, on ‘CITYFOLK’, Little, who NPR praised for having “impeccably crafted songs,” continues to defy genre but lets the evocation of his storytelling pierce through. “The industry likes to keep artists in little boxes, and for Black artists it has meant being defined by your proximity to ‘urban,’” Little admits. “But my music has always had flashes of country, rock and folk, as well as hip-hop, blues and R&B. So I've always struggled as an artist who kind of, I think, lives in the spaces between genres.”
This album is also an opportunity for listeners to discover Little as more than a vocalist, but a well-rounded artist who carefully balances DIY production, songwriting and vocal arranging. Now living outside of Atlanta, Livingston attributes the development of ‘CITYFOLK’ to going even further south to record in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, in January 2025. It was there that Little, whose past collaborations include The Roots and RJD2, connected with two-time Grammy-winning musician and Alabama Shakes band member Ben Tanner to flesh out sketches of songs that he’d crafted through epiphanies about his family’s roots.
In the late 1960s, the Muscle Shoals Sound Studios housed unbridling protest anthems and melodious love songs that would become the classics of tomorrow. Little’s ‘CITYFOLK’ is a relic in the musical path paved for him.
“Its whole reputation and businesses are thriving because of the spirit of unity,” Little says of the small Alabama town. “I mean, it's all due to music that was created in defiance of that legacy. It's a place that I think really is a symbol of what can be accomplished when those barriers are broken down.”
Next month, Little will continue to travel the world and seek new experiences, including a UK tour that begins on the 19th April in Brighton. All upcoming dates are listed below.
Tickets are available here https://sonlittle.com/tour
TOUR DATES
April 19th – Brighton and Hove @ DUST
April 20th – Bristol @ Strange Brew
April 21st – Manchester @ Band on the Wall
April 22nd – London @ Jazz Cafe – SOLD OUT
April 23rd – London @ One Ninety Four – NEW DATE
Pre-Save ‘CITYFOLK’
1. Rabbit
2. Whip The Wind
3. Let’s Get Involved
4. It’s Your World
5. Cherry
6. Bottomless
7. Be Better
8. The Valley
9. In Orbit
10. Paper Children
11. Breathe
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19/03/2026
Pittsburgh's LOWSUNDAY presents 'Nevver' single (via Projekt Records).
"Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP", their first all-new material in 25 years, is out now.
FOR FANS OF: The Chameleons, Chapterhouse, Catherine Wheel, ACTORS, The Cure, Modern English, Clan of Xymox, Then Comes Silence, TRAITRS
GENRES:
Post-Punk, Alternative Rock, Shoegaze, Darkwave, Dreampop
FOCUS TRACKS:Love Language, Nevver, Soft Capture
FOR SHARING
'Nevver' videohttps://youtu.be/yjc8o5fccNU
Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/track/7m6CKPmM0f9ZjQ2P7F1LwN
'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP'https://www.projekt.com/store/product/arc00371
Bandcamphttps://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/low-sunday-ghost-machine-white-ep
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/4s65dQ3vMabDJDIEXcVA2l
'Soft Capture' video https://youtu.be/i_5UeD04mlk
'Love Language' video https://youtu.be/9ytV47-jnPQ
LinkTree https://linktr.ee/lowsundayofficial
Lowsunday Anniversary Reissue Series
'Low Sunday Ghost Machine (2025 remaster)' LP https://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/low-sunday-ghost-machine-2025-remaster
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/2cSpagnncBdnhfhafF87Qj
'Innocence (2025 electro mix)' https://youtu.be/DPAJHEx1poU
'For A Moment (2025 electro mix)' https://youtu.be/mzQ2lSKMjGo
'Elesgiem' (2024 remaster) LP https://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/album/elesgiem-2024-remaster
"Shiny sparkles of jangle guitar that reverberate, rising against the ethereal vocal drift... moving effortlessly between ethereal, darkwave, shoegaze, postpunk, guitar sharpness, and dreampop driven dynamics" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"A masterpiece, one of those records that simply stands the test of time and like a fine wine, gets better with age....Mercurial darkwave with blistering shoegaze guitars... The 'White EP' features five gorgeous tracks... both a victory lap for the band and a taste of great things to come" ~ Post-Punk.com
"Aloof vocals, orbits in telescopic solitude, peering through the lens of glamour and glitz, amidst the floating debris falling from the crest fallen clouds" ~ The Manc Review
"Synthetic perfection of early Depeche Mode & raw minimalism of German EBM pioneers.. experimental sophistication and electropop purity... elegant, hypnotic, and dramatic" ~ Skylight Webzine
"Timeless... romantic, dark, and reflective, but never too dramatic" ~ Myth of Rock
"A powerful, sonic journey" ~ Post-Punk.com
Legacy postpunk-shoegaze outfit Lowsunday presents 'Nevver', the final single from their new ‘Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP', following the earlier-released 'Love Language' and 'Soft Capture'. Released via Projekt Records and ranking second among Post-Punk.com's Best EPs of 2025, this is the band's first record of all-new material since 1999.
With early gothrock underpinnings, here Lowsunday capture a different energy than other tracks on this EP, with a slightly more down tempo and driving rhythm. Itt is uniquely sparse and delicate at times, relative to the band's typically multi-layered approach regarding atmospherics and dense noise. The accompanying video, produced by Jer Herring, drifts between dark postpunk atmosphere and a homage to classic outsider cinema.
Born in the mid-1990s within the local Pittsburgh scene, Lowsunday (initially known as Low Sunday Ghost Machine) emerged as a "retro-futurist" pioneer, blending darkwave and shoegaze long before the genres saw their modern revival. Their legacy was cemented with their debut album 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' and the 1999 masterpiece 'Elesgiem', both of which were re-released via Projekt Records over the past 18 months (for their 30th and 25th anniversaries, respectively).
The band dissolved, leaving behind a cult reputation for mercurial sounds and blistering guitar work that set the stage for subsequent generations of alternative artists. Following a nearly 25-year period of inactivity, the band resurfaced as a duo in 2025—consisting of original members Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums).
"This is one of my favorite songs on the White EP. These lyrics are related to an increasing sense of apathy in the world - how it feels like even love isn’t enough sometimes and yet, the only fate worse is to let go of it. The feeling that happiness can be delicate and unhappiness can be so determined to take its place," says Shane Sahene.
"This song touches on very early influences and the recording captured some of the most unique guitar tones we've ever used. What's unusual is that, separately, Bobby had been working on a bass line and I had been playing this guitar part. It was serendipitous in how well they went together to form this song"
'Nevver' is a case in point, showcasing the band's legacy of creative experimentation and talent for weaving counter-culture cadences and weightless production with a sense of visceral vulnerability.
Bobby Spell shares, "Nevver was enjoyable for the two of us to compose. I had been playing with this menacing bass line that happened to be a perfect match for a guitar part Shane had been working on. It gave us an opportunity to explore darker tones and indicated the need for a more sparce production. The almost plodding tempo made this song more challenging and fun, imbuing it with a combination of creepy darkness with a dash of humor."
Serving as both a reflection and a resurgence, the 'White EP' ushers in a welcome return, marked by superb production and a renewed creative clarity, bridging three decades of distinct sonic legacy with balanced doses of escapism, dreamlike sounds, drones and feedback. This first of a two new EPs planned this year, their crystalline shimmer, classic song structures and melodic hooks shows their atmospheric sound to be as timeless and relevant as ever.
Expanding their sonic palette, the 'White EP' elevates the distorted melodies, electronic layers, and haunting vocals that defined Lowsunday's earlier work. A bold evolution into more cavernous soundscapes, oscillating between walls of chaotic feedback and fragile, ethereal passages, their resurgence delves into shadowy and vast acoustic realms, shifting from abrasive ripples of distortion to brittle, shoegaze-infused moments of intense longing.
The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' is out now digitally everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, and as a vinyl release, limited to 200 copies. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' reissue and limited edition 7" of 'Static / Besides' can also be found on these platforms.
TRACK LIST
1. Nevver
2. Call Silence
3. Soft Capture
4. You Lost Yourself
5. Love Language
CREDITS
Lyrics by Shane Sahene
Music written by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Shane Sahene: vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums
Bobby Spell: bass, guitar, drums
Mastered by Bobby Spell & Shane Sahene
Album artwork by Shane Sahene
Layout by Christina Sahene
UPC 617026237121. Catalog # PJA-EE-371
Band photos by Christina Sahene
Videos by Jer Herring
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
Keep up with lowsunday
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18/03/2026
Justin Hayward: ‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour in October 2026.
Live Nation / Kennedy Street are delighted to announce that legendary singer-songwriter Justin Hayward, The Voice of the Moody Blues, will undertake ‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour of 11 venues in October 2026. The shows are on general sale from Friday 20 March 2026*. Tickets are available from ticketline.co.uk, ticketmaster.co.uk and the venues direct. The tour is named for one of Justin’s many compositions for The Moody Blues, which was released as a single 55 years ago and featured on the band’s seventh album ‘Every Good Boy Deserves Favour’ - also released in 1971. The album reached No. 1 on the UK album chart, and stayed at No. 2 for three weeks in the US.
Justin Hayward says, “So many of the venues we are playing this year hold warm and special memories for me going right back. Music brings us a world of imagination and I looking forward to being right there in the middle of that”.
Justin Hayward OBE, the vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for the iconic Moody Blues, has had hits including the masterful ‘Nights in White Satin’, ‘Tuesday Afternoon’, ‘Question’, ‘The Voice’ and the US top 40 hits ‘I Know You’re Out there Somewhere’ and In Your Wildest Dreams’: plus other classic, era and genre-defining hits. These laid the foundation for the incredible success story of the Moody Blues – as well as solo work.
Already established as a songwriter, he joined the Moody Blues in 1966. Hitting his stride with “Fly Me High,” he followed with ‘Nights in White Satin’ and ‘Tuesday Afternoon’ from seminal album Days of Future Past. The Moody Blues sold 70 million albums worldwide, with 18 platinum and gold LPs. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
Justin created solo albums such as Songwriter, Night Flight, Moving Mountains and ‘Classic Blue’ with Mike Batt, and The View From the Hill. He hit the Top Ten globally in 1978 with ‘Forever Autumn’ – created for Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds, starring in its spectacular live production. His Spirits Of The Western Sky (2013) was followed by DVD ‘Spirits…Live’, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Video chart. All The Way followed - a compilation of solo work and live cuts. In 2020, Justin took to YouTube for the ‘Tuesday Afternoon Video Series’: this led to the digital album ‘Tuesday Afternoons: The Audio Files. In 2021 he released ‘One Summer Day’ and ‘My Juliette’, and ‘Living For Love’ in 2022. In 2025 he released ‘Life In A Northern Town’ with Mike Batt.
Justin spent much of 2023 and 2024 on the road - with several solo tours, along with two ‘On The Blue’ cruises, and a sell-out tour co-headlining in the USA with Christopher Cross. Just last year, he completed the ‘Forever Autumn’ tour of the UK, as well as multiple dates across the US, where he again tours throughout April 2026.
‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour 2026 represents a rare chance for Justin Hayward’s fans to connect with one of music’s keenest talents and to hear the music that he loves, presented with a truly personal touch. See also www.justinhayward.com
Justin Hayward
‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour
October 2026
Mon 5th - Birmingham Town Hall
Tue 6th - Basingstoke Anvil
Wed 7th - Torquay Princess Theatre
Thu 8th - Truro Hall for Cornwall*
Sat 10th - Salisbury City Hall
Mon 12th - London Cadogan Hall
Tue 13th - London Cadogan Hall
Wed 14th - Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Sat 17th - Dunfermline Alhambra Theatre
Sun 18th - Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House
Tue 20th - Bexhill De La Warr Pavilion
Wed 21st - Southend Cliffs Pavilion
* on sale 18 May 2026
17/03/2026
Stephen Wilson Jr. announces UK tour dates & releases official video for 'Gary'
STEPHEN WILSON JR. Announces Second Leg of his Gary The Torch 2026 Tour
Adding EU/UK Dates & more...
RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR 'GARY' STARRING GARY SINISE
WATCH HERE
Stephen Wilson Jr. announced the second leg of his Gary The Torch Tour, which adds West Coast, Southeast and EU/UK dates to the completely sold-out tour that kicked off earlier this month.
10/19 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow
10/22 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton
10/23 – Bristol, UK – The Prospect Building
10/25 – Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse
Wilson Jr. announced tour dates in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Atlanta, Birmingham, and his hometown of Nashville TN at The Truth on December 11, 2026. He also announced a run of EU/UK dates that will kick off on October 15 in Belfast, Ireland and make stops in London, Paris, Copenhagen, Oslo and more.
Find a full list of tour dates below, or visit his website. Pre-sale signup for US the EU/UK tour is available now, with general on-sale beginning this Friday, March 20, at 10:00 am local time.
Stephen Wilson Jr. also released the official video for his latest single 'Gary', directed by Tim Cofield, starring the award-winning actor Gary Sinise (Forrest Gump, Apollo 13). The video arrived yesterday on the anniversary of the passing of a teenager named Gary who helped inspire Wilson Jr. to write the song when he came across a roadside memorial in his name.
Watch the official video for 'Gary'
Alongside the video, Wilson Jr. has shared a taxonomic analysis of 'Gary':
“(Garis mechanicus )Kingdom: Animalia - Phylum: Chordata...- a dying breed, endangered species of fixer. dwelling naturally in a habitat of grease, oil & stereo static. drawn to the roar of 8 cylinders firing in perfect unison or the sound of restricted PVC stably flowing once again. a fixer by nature - born into a broken world. may he run once again.”
Gary Sinise adds,“I heard Stephen’s song and loved it. Two weeks later he reached out to me to be in the video. He’s got a great team, a great song and it was a blast to work with them all on the video. And you know….there aint a lotta boys named Gary these days”
On March 6, Wilson Jr. kicked off his entirely sold outGary The Torch Tour, which will make upcoming stops in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Chicago and more. He also announced he will support Dave Matthews Band on September 4 at the Gorge Amphitheater and Brandi Carlile on September 11-13 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
2026 Tour Dates:
3/18 – Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues # SOLD OUT
3/21 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount # SOLD OUT
3/22 – Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre # SOLD OUT
3/25 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore # SOLD OUT
3/28 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore # SOLD OUT
4/11 – Bossier City, LA – The Paradise Theater at Margaritaville Bossier City # SOLD OUT
4/15 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant # SOLD OUT
4/17 – Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre # SOLD OUT
4/18 – Denver, CO – Mission Ballroom # SOLD OUT
4/22 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha # SOLD OUT
4/24 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee # SOLD OUT
4/25 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed # SOLD OUT
6/4 – Nashville, TN – CMA Music Fest (Chevy Riverfront Stage)*
6/6 – Lexington, KY – Railbird Music Festival*
6/7 – Nashville, TN – CMA Fest (LP Field)*
6/30 – Dublin, IE – Summer Series
7/10 – St. Paul, MN – Minnesota Yacht Club Festival*
7/11 – Winnipeg, MB – Winnipeg Folk Festival*
7/17 – Spokane, WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest#
7/18 – Whitefish, MT – Under the Big Sky Festival*
7/23 – Floyd, VA – FloydFest*
7/24 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome by Rutter Mills#
7/25 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion#
8/7 – St. Augustine, FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre#
8/8 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater#
9/4 – George, WA – Gorge Amphitheatre^
9/6 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium#
9/11–9/13 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre%
9/18 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre#
9/19 – Portland, OR – McMenamins Grand Lodge (Concerts in the Grove)#
9/22 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater#
9/24 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic#
9/29 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre#
10/15 – Belfast, UK – SSE Arena#
10/17 – Sligo, IE – Sligo Live Festival*
10/19 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow #
10/22 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton #
10/23 – Bristol, UK – The Prospect Building #
10/25 – Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse #
10/27 – Paris, FR – Le Trianon#
10/29 – Zurich, CH – Volkshaus#
10/30 – Cologne, DE – Theater am Tanzbrunnen#
11/1 – Utrecht, NL – TivoliVredenburg (Ronda)#
11/3 – Copenhagen, DK – VEGA#
11/4 – Stockholm, SE – Fållan#
11/5 – Oslo, NO – Sentrum Scene#
11/20–11/22 – St. Petersburg, FL – St. Pete Country Fest*
11/21 – Birmingham, AL – Avondale Brewing Company#
12/2 – Pittsburgh, PA – Citizens Live at The Wylie#
12/9 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy#
12/11 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle#
* Festival
# Gary The Torch Tour
^ Supporting Dave Matthews Band
% Supporting Brandi Carlile
ABOUT STEPHEN WILSON JR.
Stephen Wilson Jr.'s journey from the hollers of southern Indiana to Nashville, Tenn. has been a winding road that’s taken many detours: He’s been an Indiana State Golden Gloves boxing championship finalist, a scientist, and a lead guitarist and songwriter in an indie rock band. In 2016, he ditched his laboratory 9-to-5 and signed a publishing deal with BMG Nashville where his alchemic songcraft immediately made waves, leading to cuts from Caitlyn Smith, Old Dominion, Tim McGraw, Sixpence None the Richer, Leigh Nash and more.
2023 proved to be Wilson Jr.’s breakthrough year, signing with Big Loud Records and releasing his debut double album søn of dad: a triumphant, genre-spanning set of 22 songs dedicated to his late father and given to the world on the five-year anniversary of his passing. The album was named the No. 1 album of 2023 by Holler who called it “a record for the ages,” and earned a spot as one of the best albums of the year from Whiskey Riff, Wide Open Country and Rolling Stone. In 2024, he made his network television debut on NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers, followed by performances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’s #LateShowMeMusic series and Later…with Jools Holland.
Ahead of the one-year anniversary of søn of dad, Wilson Jr. was also profiled in an extensive feature for CBS Saturday Morning. In 2025, Wilson Jr. released a deluxe edition of his debut album that featured a moving interpretation of 'Stand By Me' that has been streamed tens of millions of times, and in April, he performed the national anthem live during the nationally televised broadcast of the 2025 NFL Draft.
He also co-wrote and collaborated with Shaboozey on 'Took A Walk', which was featured in the critically-acclaimed film The Long Walk based on Stephen King’s novel. Last November, he earned his first CMA Award nomination for New Artist of the Year and played twice on the broadcast – a moving performance of his collaboration with Shaboozey and a star-making rendition of 'Stand By Me'. To close out the year, he released new single 'Gary', which he debuted on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and is already spinning on country radio and added on SXM The Highway. He is currently in the midst of his entirely sold-out Gary The Torch tour following a run of dates supporting Eric Church in February.
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Selwyn Birchwood Announces National "Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues" Tour.
VISIONARY BLUESMAN SELWYN BIRCHWOOD ANNOUNCES FIRST LEG OF ELECTRIC SWAMP FUNKIN' BLUES TOUR
New Album, Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues, To Be Released March 27, 2026
“Dramatic, volcanic electric guitar wizardry...gruff, burly vocals and incendiary guitar and lap steel virtuosity are showcased to maximum effect.”
--Living Blues
Selwyn Birchwood is one of the preeminent voices in contemporary blues. He plays like a man possessed…cleverly blending elements of traditional blues, funk, Stax-flavored R&B and psychedelic rock into a cohesive and compelling, expansive and cathartic artistic statement.”
–Guitar Player
“Selwyn Birchwood is one of the best blues players today. Ferocious blues guitar…powerful voice…blistering licks galore.”
–Vintage Guitar
Today, Monday, March 16, visionary guitarist, lap steel master, vocalist and cinematic songwriter Selwyn Birchwood announced dates for the first leg of his 2026 Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues Tour. Birchwood --whom Rolling Stone calls “a remarkable, contemporary bluesman…a powerhouse young guitarist and soulful vocalist" -- will kick off the tour on March 20 in his home state of Florida before playing dates on the East Coast and into the Midwest.
The new, powerful, self-produced Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues, Birchwood's fifth Alligator Records album, will be released on Friday, March 27. The trail-blazing music will be available on CD, translucent yellow vinyl LP, and at all digital service providers.
Live, Birchwood is a true force of nature. A favorite among blues fans and jam band fans alike, his ability to win over an audience—any audience—is proven night after night. With his warm, magnetic personality, Birchwood is as down-to-earth as his music is electrifyingly jaw-dropping. With his band feeding off his energy, the 6’3” musician roams the stage barefoot, ripping out memorable guitar licks with ease, his soulful, rocks-and-gravel vocals impossible to ignore. When he sits down to play his signature model Caladesi lap steel, he magically lifts the crowd into a sweat-soaked state of blissful elation. Mega-star Joe Bonamassa raves, “Selwyn Birchwood has become one of my favorite discoveries. He puts on a great show.”
Says Birchwood, “You would be hard-pressed to find an album or a band that sounds exactly like mine, and that has been and always will be the goal. I pride myself in writing songs so that when you hear a band like us, you hear a band that sounds just like…US!”
2026 ELECTRIC SWAMP FUNKIN' BLUES TOUR
Mar 20
Arts Garage
Delray Beach, FL
Mar 25
Middle C Jazz
Charlotte, NC
Mar 26, 2026
The Blue Note Grill
Durham, NC
Mar 27
Hub City Vinyl
Hagerstown, MD
Mar 28
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ
Mar 29
The Collective Encore
Columbia, MD
Apr 01
Groove
New York, NY
Apr 02
Chan's
Woonsocket, RI
Apr 03
Bull Run Restaurant
Shirley, MA
Apr 04
Spire Center for Performing Arts
Plymouth, MA
Apr 05
The Music Room
West Yarmouth, MA
Apr 08
The 443 Social Club & Lounge
Syracuse, NY
Apr 09
Samuel's Grande Manor
Williamsville, NY
Apr 10
Music Box Supper Club
Cleveland, OH
Apr 11
Natalie's Grandview
Columbus, OH
Apr 13
SPACE
Evanston, IL
Apr 15
The Zoo Bar
Lincoln, NE
Apr 16
The Waiting Room Lounge
Omaha, NE
Apr 17
Vangarde Arts
Sioux City, IA
Apr 23
Paradise Bar & Grill
Pensacola Beach, FL
Apr 24
Paradise Bar & Grill
Pensacola Beach, FL
Apr 25
Bob Sykes BBQ & Blues Festival
Bessemer, AL
at DeBardeleben Park
May 01
Blue Jay Listening Room
Jacksonville Beach, FL
May 02
The Alley
Sanford, FL
May 03
Earl's Hideaway Lounge
Sebastian, FL
Jun 19
Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival
Gahanna, OH
on the Blues Stage at the Creekside District
Jul 10
Heidi’s Jazz Club
Cocoa Beach, FL
Jul 11
Arts Bonita
Bonita Springs, FL
Jul 17
Fogartyville
Saratoga, FL
Jul 18, 2026
Fogartyville
Sarasota, FL
Jul 25
Cafe Eleven
St. Augustine Beach, FL
Aug 01
Bluesmore Festival
Cedar Rapids, IA
Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues features 10 wildly imaginative, laser-focused, vibrant original songs, produced by Birchwood and recorded in Florida. From the wide-open honesty of Damaged Goods to the up-to-the-minute observations of All Hail The Algorithm and Talking Heads, Birchwood and his band play with honest, emotional intensity. On Labour Of Love he looks at the pains and joys of parenting, while The Struggle Is Real serves as an anthem for our times. Birchwood’s tough, slide guitar opus, What I’ve Been Accused Of, the slow burning, romantic Soulmate and the blazing Should’ve Never Gotten Out Of Bed, all show Birchwood as one of contemporary blues’ most prolific, significant and innovative artists.
Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues is Birchwood’s own fully realized artistic statement, and the first of his Alligator albums that he has produced by himself. “Producing allowed me to really take the wheel and steer the music to the exact destinations that I wanted to go. It allowed me to present these songs with the full, three-dimensional sound that I have wanted all along. This album is the full realization of the sound I have been cultivating. It tiptoes the tightrope between gritty gutbucket blues and contemporary grooves to create a soundscape that honors the roots but allows listeners to experience the music from a modern vantage point. Sharing songs with this much honesty allows us all to connect to music on a higher level…to feel a little less isolated and a little more ‘seen’ in what can be a hard life at times.”
According to Guitar World, “Blues star Selwyn Birchwood is the real deal. He puts his own fresh spin on the blues, taking the tradition and making it into something new.”
14/03/2026
Bob Corritore & Johnny Rawls's new Soul Blues Southern Anthem.
Bob Corritore & Friends, featuring Johnny Rawls "I Love The South"
The first single from Bob Corritore & Friends' upcoming album ERNESTINE BLUES is a powerful new Southern anthem!
There’s magic that happens when harmonica ace Bob Corritore collaborates with Soul Blues legend Johnny Rawls. Johnny is a brilliant songwriter who has always encouraged Bob to wrap his harmonica around Southern Soul stylings. This combination has led to some serious, musical electricity, bringing out the best in both artists. “I Love the South,” released March 13, 2026, is a sweet, positive, Mississippi anthem that transports you to a place where the living feels easy. When Johnny sings about sweet tea you can taste it in your own mouth. The combination of Johnny’s powerful, church-raised vocals, Bob’s distinctive feel-good harmonica, a killer band and a chorus of female gospel singers makes for a true Soul Blues masterpiece.
“I Love the South” is the first single from Corritore’s latest star-studded blues album, ERNESTINE BLUES, which will be released by VizzTone on April 10, 2026.
Steelhouse: Steel Panther are Sunday headliners at 15th festival; plus Ugly Kid Joe added.
Steelhouse XV 24-26th July 2026
Twice the Steel! Steel Panther announced as Steelhouse Sunday headliner at festival's 15th anniversary, plus Ugly Kid Joe - two legendary California names to replace Twisted Sister, plus even more additions Buy Tickets Now
Steelhouse - the festival on the top of a Welsh mountain – have confirmed who now will headline and close out the festival’s 15th year celebrations on Sunday the 26th July 2026. None other than the mighty Steel Panther. And just to make sure Steelhouse Sunday is the most party hard day we've ever had on The Mountain, we're also adding another bunch of Californian rascals to the bill, none other than Ugly Kid Joe! When it comes to a live show they know what's required...Anyone who has seen them lately will attest to that. Let the good times roll!' With Bobbie Dazzle, Hollow Souls and Black Lakes also announced, this is going to be another amazing year. What’s more is that there is good news in that there are still more bill announcements to come, but bad news as very limited glamping options remain, so don’t delay if you want to join the fun.
Max and Mikey said, “Thank you all for your patience and sticking with us, we know it’s been a while coming, but replacing a Dee-shaped hole at the top of a festival bill is no small undertaking... However, we are pleased to announce that the party is flying in directly from California to save the day... Making their only UK festival appearance this summer, will you please welcome, heavy metal icons and golfing experts... Quite simply the greatest band of all time...STEEL PANTHER!! Add to that the incredible Ugly Kid Joe and we are really rocking.”
“And whilst you're picking yourself up off the floor after those two...We've also got another three additions this time round all showcasing a different strand of the rock universe. First up, joining the opening day's line-up it's Kris Barras' soul and blues-infused, Hollow Souls. Saturday we'll witness - quite possibly - the first flute solo on a Steelhouse stage care of retro-glam chanteuse, Bobbie Dazzle and we carry on our tradition of nurturing spectacular Welsh talent with fast rising alt-rock outfit, Black Lakes, who will open that same day.”
Also confirmed are The Temperance Movement and Saturday night special guests, Reef. Alien Ant Farm, make their first trip to the Mountain with Tyketto, Von Hertzen Brothers, Darren Wharton’s Renegade, Mason Hill, Dan Byrne, Luke Morley, Anthony Gomes, Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse, AMH, Parker Barrow, LN, King Kraken and Blue Nation.
2026 marks the 15th iteration of Steelhouse, a now essential fixture on the summer festival map. Tickets are on sale now. For those wanting to spread the cost, a monthly payment plan is available on weekend arena tickets. VIP upgrades are also available for those wanting VIP bar access, luxury facilities, acoustic sets and more!
The Festival at the top of the mountain boasts not only the best views of any UK rock event but one of the most passionate, friendly and loyal followings. With a reputation for not only bringing in the biggest and best names from the international world of Rock, Steelhouse also understands the role it can play in throwing open its prestigious stage to the best of the new breed of bands. It all adds up to a compelling mix of classic and cutting-edge rock, old and new.
SHXV - Time To Feel The Steel!!
About Steelhouse:
Utterly unique and truly independent since its establishment in 2011, Steelhouse is a firm fixture on the UK music event circuit drawing rock bands from around the world. With its spectacular mountain top setting in the heart of the South Wales valleys, this family friendly and great value festival has built up a true following and a real heritage of its own. Previous performers at Steelhouse have included Thin Lizzy, Glenn Hughes, Myles Kennedy, W.A.S.P., Those Damn Crows, Lita Ford, Black Star Riders, The Wildhearts, Thunder, The Darkness, Accept, Mr. BIG, UFO, Uriah Heep, Europe, Rival Sons, Saxon, Anvil, Michael Schenker, Black Stone Cherry, Airbourne, and Skindred. The event now includes a larger stage, an official Friday night, more glamping and we are working once more with our media partner Planet Rock.
Laura Cox releases new single "Not Your Story" ahead of May 2026 UK Tour.
LAURA COX RELEASES BRAND-NEW SINGLE “NOT YOUR STORY” - AN UNRELEASED ROCK BLAST POWERING HER CURRENT TOUR
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LAURA COX - MAY 2026 UK TOUR
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“Laura Cox’ is destined for great things.” – Guitarist
“A serious contender in contemporary rock’n’roll.”
– Classic Rock
French modern-rock artist Laura Cox returns with a brand-new, previously unheard single, “Not Your Story,” out now via earMUSIC / veryrecords. Released in the middle of her current tour, the track delivers a relentless surge of raw rock energy - a fresh chapter that continues the spirit of her acclaimed album “Trouble Coming” while revealing a darker, more urgent edge.
Driven by a ticking, clock-like rhythm that dictates the pulse of the song, “Not Your Story” unfolds with a sense of constant tension. Click by click, the track builds into a gritty, guitar-heavy rock anthem with unmistakable 90s-tinged attitude - sharp riffs, pounding drums and Laura Cox’s unmistakable voice cutting straight through the noise.
Lyrically, the song dives into the maze of ambition, pressure, and identity. It captures the moment when chasing someone else’s dream becomes a trap - a place where the line between aspiration and obsession begins to blur. With lines that challenge the listener to question the path they’re on, “Not Your Story” becomes both a warning and a wake-up call: if the dream isn’t yours, what’s the point of chasing it?
Listen to the new single "Not Your Story" HERE.
Stream the new single on YouTube HERE.
Order the new album "Trouble Coming" HERE.
“‘Trouble Coming’ is Laura Cox’s best release to date.”
– Fireworks
“‘Trouble Coming’ is a class album from an artist going places. Quickly.” - Blues Matters
Photo by Li Roda-Gil
LAURA COX – MAY 2026 UK TOUR
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EDINBURGH, VOODOO ROOMS
MONDAY 4 MAY 2026
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19a W Register St, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA
www.thevoodoorooms.com
NEWCASTLE, THE CLUNY 2
TUESDAY 5 MAY 2026
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36 Lime Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 2PQ
https://thecluny.com
BRISTOL, THE LOUISIANA
WEDNESDAY 6 MAY 2026
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Wapping Road, Bathurst Terrace, Bristol, BS1 6UA
www.thelouisiana.net
LONDON, THE 100 CLUB
FRIDAY 8 MAY 2026
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100 Oxford St, Fitzrovia, London, W1D 1LL
www.the100club.co.uk
MANCHESTER, GULLIVERS
SATURDAY 9 MAY 2026
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109 Oldham Street, Manchester, M4 1LW
https://gulliversnq.info
NOTTINGHAM, THE BODEGA
SUNDAY 10 MAY 2026
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23 Pelham St, Nottingham, NG1 2ED
www.bodeganottingham.com
EUROPEAN TOUR DATES
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13 Mar – Club Volta – Köln – Germany
14 Mar – Music Hall Worpswede – Worpswede – Germany
15 Mar – Knust – Hamburg – Germany
17 Mar – Kesselhaus – Berlin – Germany
18 Mar – Objekt 5 / Restaurant Ruine – Halle (Saale) – Germany
19 Mar – HsD Erfurt – Veranstaltungssaal – Erfurt – Germany
21 Mar – Blues Garage – Hannover – Germany
22 Mar – Musiktheater Piano – Dortmund – Germany
24 Mar – Spectrum – Augsburg – Germany
25 Mar – Vienna Blues Spring 2026 – Wien – Austria
26 Mar – Kulturzentrum d' Zuckerfabrik – Enns – Austria
27 Mar – Rother Bluestage 2026 – Roth – Germany
28 Mar – Die Halle – Reichenbach an der Fils – Germany
29 Mar – Musiktheater REX – Bensheim – Germany
02 Apr – Les Tanzmatten – Sélestat – France
03 Apr – La Biscuiterie – Château-Thierry – France
10 Apr – Le Trianon – Paris – France
11 Apr – Halle Verrière – Meisenthal – France
24 Apr – caféMusic' – Mont-de-Marsan – France
25 Apr – Le Ferrailleur – Nantes – France
04 May – The Voodoo Rooms – Edinburgh – United Kingdom
05 May – The Cluny 2 – Newcastle upon Tyne – United Kingdom
06 May – The Louisiana – Bristol – United Kingdom
08 May – 100 Club – London – United Kingdom
09 May – Gullivers – Manchester – United Kingdom
10 May – Bodega Social – Nottingham – United Kingdom
ABOUT LAURA COX
From viral YouTube guitarist to international festival headliner, Laura Cox has become one of Europe’s most compelling modern rock voices. With over 513K YouTube subscribers and 105 million plays across her videos, she has taken bedroom chops to main stages like Hellfest, Rockpalast and Pol'and'Rock. Her latesdtupcoming album “Trouble Coming” continues that journey - loud, honest and built for now.
LAURA COX
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Robben Ford - Two Shades of Blue || Out: 17 April.
The Master of Taste and Sophistication, Robben Ford, Returns with a New Album - Two Shades of Blue
DATE CHANGE: Released on 17 APRIL via Provogue / Artone
Listen to the brand new single ‘Make My Own Weather’ HERE.
Robben Ford returns in exceptional form with Two Shades of Blue, a record defined by its sophistication, taste, and timeless musicality. The album will be released on 17 April via Provogue/Artone. To celebrate the news, he has revealed the first single from the album, Make My Own Weather. Watch the video HERE.
The album opens exquisitely with the brittle groove of Make My Own Weather. “That’s one of my favourite straight-up, slamming blues things I’ve ever written,” says Ford. “It’s about a guy reclaiming his freedom. I tried to create the rumble of a motorcycle with the rhythm guitar.”
Robben Ford is a man in motion. Scan the five-time Grammy nominee’s back catalogue – a half-century hot-streak that darts between jazz, rock, fusion and blues – and you’ll find a musician in a constant state of metamorphosis. Spin new album Two Shades Of Blue – a transatlantic modern classic that shapeshifted as the sessions unfolded – and you’ll feel the risks taken and rules broken. “I have that curse,” smiles the 74-year-old guitarist. “I don’t have two records that sound the same…”
With a new album around the corner, Robben feels at the top of his game right now. To be released 27 March 2026 on Artone/Provogue, Two Shades Of Blue is not the album Ford was planning to make – but it’s all the better for it. Tracked in the US and UK with two different crack-squad bands, this album paints with his inimitable palette, from the low-slung funk-blues of lead single Make My Own Weather to skyscraping instrumentals that even test the limits of a player ranked amongst the 100 Greatest Guitarists Of The 20th Century by Musician Magazine.
From his early days, Ford was a special talent. The 60s saw him backing Mississippi harp wizard Charlie Musselwhite and stretching those skills across Los Angeles with jazz giant Jimmy Witherspoon, before he fell in with the fearless adventurism of saxophonist Tom Scott’s esteemed ’70s fusion outfit, The L.A. Express.
That lineup’s blazing skills saw them recruited by Joni Mitchell for two classic albums (“the most formative two years of my musical life”), before Ford stepped out with rock royalty on George Harrison’s Dark Horse tour. That collaborative streak would continue throughout his career, from Bonnie Raitt to Bob Dylan. “I’m out there on the bandstand and this rocket ship takes off,” he recalls of his mid-’80s debut with jazz talisman Miles Davis. “For my solo, I put my head down and played every note I knew, as fast as I could. I look up, and Miles just goes: ‘Yeah’. And I’m like, ‘OK, he likes it’.”
Two Shades Of Blue was loosely sparked by Ford’s move to London, where his antennae picked up the echoes of a sadly departed British blues-boomer. In the same period, having launched the Robben Ford Guitar Dojo with partner Milam Kelly Roberts, he felt the burning urge to explore the instrument’s outer limits.
“The way this album started, I planned it as a tribute to Jeff Beck,” he recalls. “Meanwhile, the Guitar Dojo had reinvigorated my playing, so writing instrumental music became fresh for me again. I didn’t own a Stratocaster, so I literally went out and bought one for this project. Then Daniel Steinhardt from That Pedal Show put together a new pedalboard for me, along the lines of what Jeff Beck was using. I wanted to do something different, set myself a challenge.”
Loading into Eastcote Studios with engineer George Murphy, the chemistry is palpable, with Ford’s guitar and vocals leading a first-call band that takes in drummer Ianto Thomas (Mark Knopfler), keys man Jonny Henderson (Otis Grand), bassist Robin Mullarkey (Paloma Faith) and a brass section comprising of Paul Booth (saxophone), Ryan Quigley (trumpet) and Trevor Mires (trombone). “Great cats,” smiles Ford. “London has been incredible for finding musicians. This place is loaded, even better for me than Nashville or LA.” The album also features the incredible talents of bassist, Darryl Jones (The Rolling Stones), Keyboardist Larry Goldings and Gary Husband on drums for the instrumental songs, The Fire Flute, The Light Fandango and Feeling's Mutual.
“I still love to play,” he considers. “I’ve kept writing better music and become more acquainted with what it is to make a record. The fact that I’m all over the place musically has confused some people over the years. But I always need a change. I always want to do something different. And I’ve been that way since the very beginning…”
Track Listing
1. Make My Own Weather
2. Jealous Guy
3. Perfect Illusion
4. Black Night
5. Two Shades of Blue
6. Fire Flute
7. The Light Fandango
8. Feeling's Mutual
13/03/2026
'20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan' arrives 13 November - First single 'A Rainy Day in Soho' by Bruce Springsteen out now
MUSIC LEGENDS AND RISING STARS UNITE FOR '20TH CENTURY PADDY - THE SONGS OF SHANE MACGOWAN'
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO SHANE MACGOWAN WILL BE RELEASED ON 13 NOVEMBER VIA RUBYWORKS
FIRST SINGLE 'A RAINY NIGHT IN SOHO' BY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN OUT NOW
WATCH LYRIC VIDEO
ARTIST LIST REVEALED WITH MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED
"Shane was all naked bottomless humanity. Threatening to force us to ask ourselves if we were living deeply, authentically. He was raw, hilarious, no apologies and profound. His soul was filled with the transgressive and ecstatic properties of the saints.” - Bruce Springsteen (read full essay below)
Dublin, Ireland. 12th March 2026. Today marks the official beginning of a landmark musical journey as Victoria Mary Clarke & Rubyworks announce the upcoming release of ‘20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan’, a tribute album honouring the everlasting legacy of Shane MacGowan. The name of the album was inspired by Shane, as ‘20th Century Paddy’ is an album Shane had always wanted to make himself. 20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ is scheduled for full release on 13th November 2026 and is available for pre-order HERE, including a limited edition Deluxe Bookpack featuring 3LPs, 2CDs & a 56-page book of memorabilia and liner notes. Coinciding with this announcement, the album’s first single, a reimagined version of the classic hit "A Rainy Night in Soho" performed by Bruce Springsteen, is available now on all streaming platforms worldwide.
LISTEN TO 'A RAINY NIGHT IN SOHO' BY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN HERE
WATCH LYRIC VIDEO HERE
A REIMAGINED LEGACY
‘20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan’ is a sonic love letter to a catalogue that shaped generations. The album features a wide-ranging mix of icons and contemporary disruptors, each bringing a unique perspective to the tracks that defined Shane MacGowan’s career.
“Shane’s spirit and songwriting are eternally exalted through this glorious collection, each song is uniquely and graciously interpreted by these beyond beautiful artists and his family are humbled by and thankful to each and every one of the musicians involved, to the delightful team at Rubyworks, and to John Kennedy without whom this would not have happened” - Victoria Mary Clarke
“Rubyworks is honored that Victoria Mary Clarke and John Kennedy have asked us to partner in preserving Shane MacGowan’s unparalleled artistic legacy. As a songwriter, Shane redefined the landscape for generations of artists; it is a privilege to provide a home for this work and ensure his poetic voice continues to reach audiences around the world” - Niall Muckian, Rubyworks
ARTIST LINEUP
In addition to today’s single release, Victoria Mary Clarke & Rubyworks are thrilled to unveil the list of talent contributing to the project, with more to be announced.
Amble
Bruce Springsteen
Camille O’Sullivan
Cronin
Damien Dempsey
David Gray
Dropkick Murphys
Garron Noone
Glen Hansard
Hozier & Jessie Buckley
Johnny Depp & Imelda May
Johnny Mac and The Faithful
Kate Moss
Liam Ó Maonlaí
Lisa Moorish & Another Day
Lisa O'Neill
LYRA
Madra Salach
Moya Brennan
Mundy
Picture This
Pinch of Snuff
Primal Scream
Steve Earle
The High Kings
The Jesus and Mary Chain
The Libertines
The Murder Capital
The Pogues
Tom Waits
SUPPORTING DUBLIN SIMON COMMUNITY
Honoring Shane MacGowan’s legacy, 50% of artist royalties will be donated to Dublin Simon Community to provide lifesaving housing and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness.
“Shane MacGowan was a long‑time supporter of our work and it is because of this enduring connection that proceeds from the new tribute album will go to helping Dublin Simon Community support people who are homeless today. Shane’s empathy for people sleeping rough in Dublin was well known; he never hesitated to stop, acknowledge, and share a moment with someone on the street. In 2021, Shane performed at the Christmas Eve Busk which turned out to be his last live performance before he passed away. Since then, one of his songs has been played at the Busk each year in tribute to him. The funds raised from the tribute album will support Dublin Simon’s client development, supports that help to build resilience, dignity and confidence. Many of these initiatives focus on creativity and community, including music, as a powerful way to support people on their journey out of homelessness.” - Catherine Kenny, CEO, Dublin Simon Community
FULL BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN ESSAY
“Every once in a while, every once in a great while an artist comes along whose voice seems to speak to history itself. Woody Guthrie, Jimmy Rogers, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Miles Davis, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, John Coltrane, Patti Smith, James Brown, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, John Lydon, Hank Williams, Sinatra. Geniuses all, they were both timeless and the embodiment of their moment in time. Many, unsurprisingly, led difficult lives not easily bound by the shackles of convention. They were natural rebels unable to stifle or heed the impulses that led them to their glory and personal hardships. Great art is by nature lawless. We do not get to choose our obsessions. We do not get to dictate our blessings or our transgressions. It’s a little joke the gods play on us. Shane’s voice was so deeply real, profane and honest, his writing so flashing, alive and historically rich its genesis appeared as a mystery to all including, I believe, its creator. The dangerous joy, the glee and courage, the humor in the face of fate, the wild ramble of a life driven towards the artistic heavens and the daily balm of self obliteration. Shane was all naked bottomless humanity. Threatening to force us to ask ourselves if we were living deeply, authentically. He was raw, hilarious, no apologies and profound. His soul was filled with the transgressive and ecstatic properties of the saints. I don’t know who’ll be listening to my music in 100 years but I know they’ll be listening to Shane’s. Though I did not know Shane very well, I spent a lovely afternoon in his presence shortly before he passed. He was not well but he and his wife Victoria proved warm and gracious hosts. As I left, I thanked him for his beautiful work, his music, his songs, his life. I stood in his warmth, kissed him and told him I loved him.” Bruce Springsteen
About Rubyworks
Rubyworks is an independent record label based in Dublin, Ireland. For over two decades, we’ve been proud to champion original, world-class talent, building lasting careers for artists whose music cuts through the noise and resonates far beyond Ireland.
About Shane MacGowan
Born on Christmas Day 1957, Shane MacGowan rose from a rebellious youth in London and Tipperary to become a punk icon and ‘Face’. After blazing a trail with his band The Nips, he founded Poguemahone, later The Pogues, blending Irish roots with raw energy and sensitivity to create hits like "Fairytale of New York" and "A Rainy Night in Soho”. After The Pogues, he pursued solo projects, including a book of his art and a series of high-profile collaborations with artists like Nick Cave, Johnny Depp, and Sinéad O’Connor. With his new band The Popes, Shane continued to deliver the same passion, power and commitment to celebrating the culture and traditions of his beloved Ireland that first propelled him to international stardom.
PRE-ORDER '20TH CENTURY PADDY - THE SONGS OF SHANE MACGOWAN' HERE
12/03/2026
Vancouver roots rockers GRAHAM BROWN BAND share new single + video for "Tell The World" from Outside Within LP.
GRAHAM BROWN BAND SHARES NEW VIDEO "TELL THE WORLD"Song is latest single Vancouver roots rockers' new album Outside Within featuring big feelings and guitar heroics
WATCH + SHARE "TELL THE WORLD"
Past praise for Graham Brown:
"The fact that [Hiwatt], his tenth album, is arguably his best yet testifies to his commitment."
Kerry Doole, Exclaim!
"Far from being a hindrance, the ‘live’ recording has given Spirit and Soul a spontaneity and a certain joie de vivre that more, sometimes overproduced albums can often lose.”
Jim Finnie, Americana UK
"While the group is one of the tightest and consistently sharp local live acts, Brown’s new album Solo is a change from the usual Neil Young-esque rock to stripped-back acoustic folk that hones in on the artist’s clean playing and narrative songwriting.”
Stuart Derdeyn, Vancouver Sun
TORONTO ON -- It’s coming up on a year since Vancouver’s Graham Brown Band released the album Outside Within, the latest addition to their impressive catalogue and another showcase for Graham’s incendiary guitar playing. However, the band’s more mellow side is revealed in the new single “Tell The World,” and its accompanying video showing the band performing in an intimate setting.
Graham says, “It’s basically a song about believing in yourself, believing that you are worth it, and standing up for your beliefs even when the doubts creep in during the quiet hours. And that we are all stronger together if we help others do the same. The inspiration to write the song came to me when I had a moment of doubt, then I kinda went, I got this and I feel strong. Come along for the ride and sing it loud and clear.”
Outside Within is available to purchase from Bandcamp, and stream on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music
As on previous Graham Brown Band albums, Outside Within was captured live in the studio, this time at Hipposonic in Vancouver where the bulk of its 12 songs were remarkably laid down in a single Saturday afternoon. As usual, Brown is backed by guitarist/keyboardist Rob Blackburn, bassist John Werner and drummer Mark Gruft, and throughout the album it’s clear that the band is firing on all cylinders and having a blast doing it.
There’s no shortage of highlights on Outside Within, from the rousing first single "Courage Comes" and blazing fretboard wizardry on “Graveyard Trees” to other tracks such as "Heaven" that share the more country-fied vibes of “Tell The World.” What’s most refreshing is how immediate all of Brown’s songwriting comes across, with few overt concessions to nostalgia.
“I truly do put my heart and soul into these songs and paint a picture for the listener the best I can,” Graham says. “I can only say that I am trying to improve my skills every day, and part of those skills I believe are to let the art form breathe and not over-think or complicate things. I’ve written about 400 or more songs thus far and there is still so much to learn. That’s what I love about songwriting or any art form—it is infinite if you let it be.”
Brown has adhered to that philosophy ever since he first made his mark in the 1980s as co-founder of Canadian alt-country pioneers Jr. Gone Wild. From there, he embarked on several different projects, including Happyman, Brilliant Orange and Graham Brown & The Prairie Dogs. But since the release of the 2011 album Hiwatt, the Graham Brown Band has made its mark as an acclaimed international touring attraction. Now with Outside Within, they are back to tearing up stages once again.
01 All Nighter
02 Big Trouble
03 Courage Comes
04 Discover Me
05 Down Those Tracks
06 Graveyard Trees
07 Heaven
08 Lending Hand
09 Man Made (history)
10 Tell The World
11 Will The Guilty Fall
12 You & Me Against The World
Howling Bells - UK Tour starts tonight - New album 'Strange Life' out now.
“[A] narcotic mix of dream pop and gnarly indie guitar riffs. Their sound has not dated, nor has the vision dimmed. From the sonic maelstrom of "Sacred Land" to the swelling harmonies of "Angel", there's darkness and sunlight here and every shade in between." Uncut
“Returning with Strange Life, their first record in 12 years, singularity is their strength. Howling Bells fit in better now than ever” The Observer
“Their alchemy remains strong” The Sunday Mirror
“Organic bluesy dreampop which is a little but never too woozy.. Unbroken is The Breeders Gone shoegaze/ Elsewhere it brings to mind Chrissie Hynde singing for The Gun Club” Record Collector
"They have never been a band to chase trends and that’s what makes their return feel so timeless" Clash
“It’s classic Howling Bells: moody, atmospheric yet uplifting” Under The Radar Magazine
“Despite emerging in the early 2000s, the Australian trio feel well placed for the current 90s revival, thanks to a signature sound that blends ethereal and dreamy verses with swampy, Sonic Youth-style choruses. A reminder of how life's bruises can often add a little hard-won wisdom to rock's second acts. Classic Pop
“Channelling events occurring during their decade away - new motherhood; global meltdown - Strange Life's hooky goth-grunge and dream-pop courts seismic impact. [The album] warrants recognition, Stein and co's passion undimmed” Mojo
“Howling Bells’ return to the forefront of the music scene” Rock’n’Folk (France)
"Strange Life" effortlessly picks up where their once shimmering mix of dream pop, gothic grunge, and intricate indie guitar riffs left off” Rolling Stone Germany
“Juanita Stein's voice, first and foremost, evocative and splendid as ever, and that reassuring alternative indie rock that flirts with dream pop, without excess or show-off virtuosity” Rumore (Italy)
Howling Bells have recently released their acclaimed new album, ‘Strange Life’, via Nude Records. The UK-based Australian band’s first LP in 12 years, The trio, comprising Juanita Stein (vocals, guitar), Joel Stein (guitar) and Glenn Moule (drums), will celebrate the LP release with a UK headline tour in March and April. Full tour dates are listed below.
MARCH/APRIL UK TOUR
Thursday 12 March - Think Tank - Newcastle - TICKETS
Friday 13 March - King Tuts - Glasgow - TICKETS
Saturday 14 March - Brudenell Social Club - Leeds - TICKETS
Sunday 15 March - Deaf Institute - Manchester - TICKETS
Thursday 19 March - Bodega - Nottingham - TICKETS
Friday 20 March - Clwb Ifor Bach - Cardiff - TICKETS
Sunday 22 March - Wedgewood Rooms - Portsmouth - TICKETS
Tuesday 24 March - Oslo - London - TICKETS
Thursday 26 March - Fleece - Bristol - TICKETS
Friday 27 March - The Sugarmill - Stoke - TICKETS
Saturday 28 March - Hallamshire Hotel - Sheffield - TICKETS
Sunday 29 March - The Waterfront Studio - Norwich - TICKETS
Thursday 23 April - Alphabet - Brighton - TICKETS
Friday 24 April - Dead Wax - Birmingham - TICKETS
LISTEN TO 'STRANGE LIFE' HERE
Since their beginnings, breaking through with their acclaimed self-titled debut back in 2006 amidst a landscape of scrappy British indie and skinny-jeaned male dominance, the Australian trio - vocalist/guitarist Juanita Stein, her brother and guitarist Joel Stein and drummer Glenn Moule - have been something of an anomaly. They might have moved to the other side of the world in pursuit of the dreams that soon became a reality, playing at an NME Tour and then in stadiums supporting Coldplay whilst whipping up acclaim from the most credible ends of the music press. They may have seen various members come and go, but Howling Bells’ hypnotic indie rock always stood apart from the pack and was very much a reflection of their unbreakable union. Influenced by the likes of Tom Waits and Sonic Youth, as well as Nirvana, Fleetwood Mac, and Björk, their recipe created a heady, immersive stew - equal parts sepia-toned romance and gritty rock 'n' roll thrills.
‘Strange Life’ is both a vibrant document of and an exploratory testament to this alchemical magic. An album that harnesses the unique musical perspective that pricked up the music world’s ears back in their beginnings, but transposes it onto a lifetime’s more experience, ‘Strange Life’ is both familiar and new; a record that will unfurl like an old friend to long term fans whilst speaking in a language that only hard-won experience and a few more trips around the sun can understand. It is, suggests Juanita, a record about experience and wisdom. “If you're not able to acknowledge the mistakes and the pain and make beautiful music out of it, then they're left festering inside of you,” she says. “And I don't ever want that to happen.”
The band’s first album since 2014's ‘Heartstrings’, 'Strange Life' was recorded with Howling Bells’ long-time friend and collaborator, producer Ben Hillier (Blur, Depeche Mode, Elbow) at his Agricultural Audio Studios.
WATCH 'UNBROKEN' VIDEO HERE
WATCH 'HEAVY LIFTING' VIDEO HERE
WATCH 'CHIMERA' VIDEO HERE
WATCH 'MELBOURNE' VIDEO HERE
WATCH 'SWEET RELIEF VIDEO HERE
BUY/LISTEN TO 'STRANGE LIFE' HERE
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Robin Trower Announces UK Tour Dates For August and September.
Robin Trower Announces UK Tour Dates For August and September
Presale: Planet Rock HERE
General On-sale Friday 13th March - TICKETS HERE
His New Album One Moment In Time: Live In The USA is out now via Artone / Provogue.
Order/Listen HERE
Award-winning British blues ico Robin Trower announces a run of UK tour dates for 2026, beginning in Sunderland (Old Fire Station) on 31 August and then calling through Edinburgh (Queens Hall), Manchester (Academy), Cambridge (Junction) and finishing on 5 September in London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
Planet Rock presale tickets will go on sale at 9am GMT on Wednesday 11 March HERE
General sale tickets go live on Friday 13 March at 9am HERE.
The evergreen musician has been in an incredibly rich vein of form in recent years with a slew of acclaimed studio albums including Come and Find Me (2025), Joyful Sky (2023), No More Worlds To Conquer (2022) and Coming Closer To The Day (2019).
This years’ latest release One Moment In Time: Live In The USA showcases Trower in full flight and the perfect appetiser to delve into ahead of his tour. The album was recorded during his Summer 2025 USA tour at the setlist whistlestop tour of Trower’s fabled career, the bluesman dropped roaring renditions of Too Rolling Stoned, Day of the Eagle and of course his pièce de résistance, Bridge of Sighs. Trower is no heritage artist, and the cheers are just as loud for the four songs from No More Worlds To Conquer, not to mention his stalking take on One Go Round (from Come And Find Me).
Talking about live shows he says, “I prefer this format because I have more freedom,” he explains. “In a three-piece, everybody is trying to make up for the missing instrument. We’ve got Richard Watts on bass and vocals: a wonderful voice, great musician. Then there’s Chris Taggart on drums, another fantastic musician. I’m very fortunate to play with guys of this calibre. We’ve been working together now for a good ten years. They have to watch me a bit, because obviously I’m leading and they have to follow – but they do a brilliant job.”
For Trower, the big time beckoned in 1967 when he joined A Whiter Shade Of Pale hitmakers Procol Harum, and many guitarists would have clung to that enviable position for life. Trower acknowledges his good fortune at being at the epicentre of that late-’60s youthquake (“I still think it was the epitome of UK popular music and rock ‘n’ roll”). But Procol’s band dynamic could never contain all his ideas, and after five acclaimed albums, Trower rolled the dice on a solo career.
Needless to say, the history books have vindicated him. By 1974, Trower was a major star in the land whose music had inspired him, with Bridge Of Sighs’ heavy soul achieving Gold US sales and influencing future luminaries like Steve Lukather, Metallica and countless more. Yet the veteran doesn’t dine out on Bridge Of Sighs – or his other hit albums of the late-’70s like For Earth Below, Long Misty Days and In City Dreams – preferring to march ever onward. Over the past decade you’ll find projects from 2020’s United State Of Mind supergroup alongside Maxi Priest to the recent run of studio albums released on the Provogue label.
Sit back and immerse yourself in the beauty that is One Moment In Time: Live In The USA and then go to experience a legend in the flesh, live and drink in every moment. There is nothing quite like live music.
Tour Dates - TICKETS HERE
Monday 31 Aug - Sunderland, Firestation
Tuesday 1Sep - Edinburgh, Queens Hall
Thursday 3 Sep - Manchester Academy 2
Friday 4 Sep - Cambridge, Junction
Saturday 5 Sep - London, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
11/03/2026
Jamie Williams and the Roots Collective announce the release of their new album ‘In the Moment’.
Acclaimed indie roots rockers, Jamie Williams and the Roots Collective announce today that they are releasing their brand-new studio album ‘In The Moment’ on 25th May 2026.
This multi-influenced, powerful album, is their twelfth album to date and takes them in a few new directions.
In The Moment will be available on vinyl, CD and across all major download and streaming sites.
In The Moment was recorded at ‘The Sink’ & ‘The Loft’ in Essex, UK and produced, mixed and mastered by David J Milligan / Milligan Audio.
Still on their ‘never ending tour’, encompassing 50 gigs a year, the band have found time to record another studio album, their 12th, and in the classic ‘Roots’ manner there are some surprises. As well as rootsy rock there are excursions into reggae, soul, punk, funk, a bit of psyche & some real heart wrenching ballads. 12 genre-fluid songs about love, rejection, redemption & the conflicts that exist in our daily lives; songs of healing & songs of hope. Something very ‘now’ but also timeless.
Four neuro-spicy guys in a room, playing together & creating chemistry.
Roots ain’t dead, not the way Jamie Williams & the Roots Collective play it!
Jamie Williams- Lead Vocals; Electric & Acoustic Rhythm Guitars & Mandolin
Dave Milligan - Electric Lead, Slide, Rhythm Guitars, Organ, Melodica, Keyboards, Brass arrangements, Orchestral String Arrangements, Cowbell, Tambourine & Backing Vocals
Jake Milligan - Bass Guitars, Keyboard, Orchestral Brass & Harmonica
James Bacon- Drums and Percussion
All tracks written by Jamie Williams
Track Listing:
1. Be True To Your Soul
2. Soul Healing
3. Rest Of My Days
4. I Get The Picture
5. Every Broken Man
6. Cleansed
7. Busy Getting Nowhere
8. From The Heart
9. Wrong
10. Peace Love and Flowers
11. The Other Side
12. Thank You Father
Previous releases:
· Feet on the Ground (2010)
· Good Time (2013)
· Dug Deep, Found Steel (2014)
· Live 'n' Kickin' at the Brasenose Arms (2016)
· Diff'rent Gravy (2018)
· Eggshed Sessions - EP (2018)
· Do What You Love (2020)
· Move the Planet (2022)
· Live at Hot Box (2023)
· Stay True (2024)
· A Curated Collection of Collective Collectables (2025)
Website https://www.jwroots.co.uk
Bandcamp https://jwrc.bandcamp.com
Youtube channel https://youtube.com/@jwroots
Facebook page https://facebook.com/jamiewilliamsandtherootscollective
X Feed https://twitter.com/jwroots
Instagram Feed https://www.instagram.com/jwrootscollective
Deer Tick - New album 'Coin-O-Matic' out 5 June - First single/video out now.
Providence’s Deer Tick have announced the 5th June release of their ninth studio album, 'Coin-O-Matic', via ATO. The LP casts a bright light on a little-known facet of the American mythos: the hidden histories of the band’s home state of Rhode Island, where the everyday dramas of working-class families long collided with the menace of the mafia underworld. As they tapped into their infinite fascination with that strange duality, singer/guitarist John McCauley, guitarist/singer Ian O’Neil, drummer/singer Dennis Ryan, and bassist Christopher Ryan assembled a batch of songs exploring desperation, grief, redemption, and resilience with both cinematic detail and lived-in emotionality. A sharp new turn from one of indie-rock’s most enduringly vital forces, Coin-O-Matic arrives as a complicated love letter to a way of life slowly slipping from the collective memory.
'Coin-O-Mati'c is deeply informed by the singular experience of growing up Irish-Catholic. That is exemplified by the album’s lead single, the ramshackle jangle-pop “Mary Singletary”, which Deer Tick share today. It tells a tender yet irreverent tale of interfaith teenage lust. “Most of the stories on the album are from my parents’ generation and the generation before that, when the idea of a Catholic and a Protestant getting together was very scandalous,” says McCauley. “With that song in particular, I liked the idea of writing about Catholic guilt and pre-marital sex and adding in a little bit of Looney Tunes-style violence—sometimes as a young Catholic boy, I did imagine a vengeful God cutting me down in a cartoonish kind of way.”
The single is accompanied by a video directed by Colin Devin Moore.
LISTEN TO 'MARY SINGLETARY' HERE
WATCH 'MARY SINGLETARY' VIDEO HERE
The follow-up to 'Emotional Contracts' (hailed by Uncut as one of 2023’s best albums), 'Coin-O-Matic' takes its title from a cigarette-vending-machine company that served as the headquarters of Raymond Patriarca, a legendary mobster who ran one of the most ruthless crime families in U.S. history. “If you grew up in Rhode Island years ago, you’d see all these mobsters on the news and then run into them at a restaurant on Federal Hill,” says McCauley, referring to Providence’s version of Little Italy. “They were criminals but also very colorful characters, and I wanted the album to partly reflect a certain nostalgia for that kind of seediness”.
Recorded at Deer Tick’s home studio, 'Coin-O-Matic' marks their first self-produced album in their two-decade-plus lifespan, during which they’ve enlisted A-list producers like Dave Fridmann (a Grammy-winner known for his work with The Flaming Lips and Spoon). “At first it was daunting not to have that extra ear in the studio, but it felt like the right time to peel off the Band-Aid and fully trust ourselves,” says O’Neil. “Since we were working in our own space and there weren’t any limitations on time, we had the freedom to take these four-guys-in-a-room rock songs and experiment with different ways of decorating them.”
Featuring guest musicians like Los Lobos’ Steve Berlin (on baritone saxophone) and former Deer Tick member Rob Crowell (on organ), 'Coin-O-Matic' frequently brings a live-wire immediacy to their finespun storytelling. “We’ve never been so comfortable making a record, and I think you can feel that in the performances,” says Dennis, who engineered the LP. “We weren’t beholden to anyone else’s idea of what Deer Tick sounds like, and because of that this album feels like an unfettered capturing of who we are as a band.”
In its soulful contemplation of recklessness and consequence, longing and devotion, 'Coin-O-Matic' ultimately joins the canon of rock albums whose geographically rooted storytelling reveals deeper truths about the human experience. “I think there’s something universal in stories of regret and loss and poor decisions, even if they’re told through the lens of all the odd characters in this little state of ours,” O’Neil points out. “One of the reasons I wanted us to make this album is that I think Rhode Island deserves to be a contender for a place that people sing about,” McCauley adds. “Sonically, there’s nothing country about it, but to me it almost feels like a country record set in an urban environment—there’s definitely some outlaws in there. I hope that people see themselves in it, and that they understand a little more about the place that we come from.”
'COIN-O-MATIC' TRACKLISTING
1. Dog Years
2. Mary Singletary
3. Endless Loop
4. Sweetest Thing
5. ACI
6. Everything Born
7. Eyelid
8. I Am an Island
9. 507 Smith
10. Exit Door
11. Candy Cigarettes
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PRE-ORDER 'COIN-O-MATIC' HERE
The Noise Who Runs (Sneaker Pimps' Ian Pickering) releases scathing 'Bang Bang' single, heralding new 'RE: GEN X' album.
FOR FANS OF: Sneaker Pimps, Ian Brown, Death In Vegas, The Fall, Ian Dury, LCD Soundsystem, UNKLE, Sun Atoms, Nightmares on Wax
'Bang Bang' ISRC code - QT6EY2570920
0'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' ISRC code - QT6EY2570924
FOR SHARING
'Bang Bang' video
https://youtu.be/SC15o1vh7hs
Bandcamp https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/track/bang-bang-2
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/398XmsWAlx0oA2CfnR01bj
'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' video https://youtu.be/imIF6Ro1k98
Bandcamp https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/track/the-bodies-are-under-the-bus-again-2
'Come and Join The Beautiful' Army' EP (2024) https://thenoisewhoruns.bandcamp.com/album/come-and-join-the-beautiful-army
"Ian Pickering is among the most relevant songwriters of this generation, with topical subject matter, sharp lyricism, a relatable attitude and music that is addictive as F*&@" ~ The Spill Magazine
"Poetic brutality... the anthemic grace and stature of something by The Sisters of Mercy: it has an Arctic chill through which a lyrical, passionate heat radiates" ~ Backseat Mafia
"A brooding electronic swirl that ably captures the feeling of floating in space... could be the lament of a proxy Major Tom, far from home and reflecting on the life he left light-years behind" ~ Joyzine
"Beguiling... anthemic yet accessible, gothic, grand and graceful, delicately dance-driven and dark, coiled and ornate, slow and seductive" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"Ethereal electronic intimation... true splendour and prowess" ~ Ringmaster Review
UK alternative electro-pop artist The Noise Who Runs is back with the topical single 'Bang Bang' and accompanying video, capturing the psychic exhaustion of life lived inside permanent crisis mode. It’s a song about running on empty — physically, emotionally, politically — where outrage replaces thought and reaction substitutes for responsibility. Previewing the new 'RE: GEN X' album, forthcoming via TNWR Records, he also presents the similarly-minded 'The Bodies Are Under The Bus Again' with a video that will resonate with folks at their very core.
The Noise Who Runs is songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Ian Pickering, known for his work with Sneaker Pimps and Front Line Assembly. Native to Hartlepool in the north-east of England, Pickering co-authored such Sneaker Pimps hits as 'Spin Spin Sugar', '6 Underground' and 'Tesko Suicide'. In 2019, he launched this project, three years after relocating to Lille, France.
“Bang Bang is a day in the life of a typical 21st Century employee. The verses are the day to day reality, the mundane grind of routine for little reward, struggling against soaring costs and stagnant wages, watching idiots with fortunes dictate the agenda for destroying, first, the post-war dream, and second, the entire planet on which we depend," says Ian Pickering.
“This is the reality for everyone, but it’s Generation X, the true beneficiaries of the post-war dream, who marched everyone up to the top of the hill and sat down to enjoy its ultimately selfish, me-first view, while Generation Y, Z and all who follow have to navigate life on the knife-edge precipice. And seemingly, it’s Disney lemmings time - honey, we fucked up the kids!”
The lyrics collapse the serious and the trivial into the same breath, mirroring a culture where catastrophe, misinformation and distraction coexist without hierarchy. Repeated questions about “bringing it back” point to our compulsion to recycle failed systems and ideas, even after recognising their damage, while the refusal of false enlightenment rejects the comforting myth that awareness alone leads to change.
The Noise Who Runs' new offerings follow the 2024 EP ‘Come and Join the Beautiful Army’ and the 2023 debut album ‘Preteretrospective’, both released to rave reviews and airplay in more than 60 countries. As with those, the new record was mixed and mastered by Colin C at The Cell Studio.
'RE: GEN X' is both a reckoning and a reply — a response from within a generation that inherited progress, equality, and expanding liberty, but failed to defend them when they came under threat. Framed by the cultural optimism of late-1980s youth and the 1990s second summer of love, the album questions how a generation defined by scepticism, freedom, and possibility became comfortable with inaction as those gains were slowly dismantled and how scepticism hardened into detachment, irony replaced action, and silence came to feel like neutrality. Rather than nostalgia, it offers a critique of passivity: what happens when a generation knows better, but does nothing.
Across the record, exhaustion, outrage, and repetition form a recurring loop. Political failure, cultural denial, and performative morality are examined not as abstract forces, but as habits — things learned, tolerated, and repeated. The album resists slogans and solutions, instead holding up a mirror to complicity, comfort and collapse. This record doesn’t ask to be forgiven; it asks to be examined — and leaves open the question of whether awareness, this time, will finally lead to action.
On March 10, 'Bang Bang' is available from fine music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. On May 8, the "RE: GEN X" album will be released via TNWR Records.
CREDITS
Music & lyrics written by Ian Pickering
Performed by The Noise Who Runs
Recorded, engineered & produced by The Noise Who Runs
Additional production by Colin Cameron at The Cell Studios
Mixed & mastered by Colin C. at The Cell Studio
Video by Ian Pickering
Cover artwork and layout by Ian Pickering
Artist photos by Lucie Logier https://lucielogier.com/accueil-1
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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10/03/2026
Luke Winslow-King Unveils New Single "Don't Worry Your MInd" - Album 27/3.
BROOKLYN, NY - Luke Winslow-King is proud to unveil “Don’t Worry Your Mind,” the latest single from his forthcoming album Coast of Light, due March 27 via Bloodshot Records. Listen here. The track is out now, with the full album available for pre-order here.
"Don’t Worry Your Mind’ began as a quiet lullaby in waltz time—an intimate, almost whispered melody—before it found its pulse and stepped into the light,” Winslow-King explains. “In the studio, we heard it leaning toward the urgency of Wilson Pickett and the haunting slide-guitar spirit of Elmore James, and it naturally evolved into a laid-back shuffle. We didn’t want to force the songs into a mold—we let them reveal themselves. What starts as a cradle song can end up a driving shuffle. There are no rules. That spirit lives at the heart of Coast of Light.”
Known for blending jazz, blues, classical, and folk into a cinematic, roots-driven sound, Winslow-King pairs fluid guitar work with bold songwriting and a gruff-but-tender vocal delivery. Consequence has praised his music as “steeped in the muddy Delta blues,” while Austin Chronicle notes his “wide range of songwriting worthy of comparison to Jason Isbell and John Fullbright.”
Coast of Light finds Winslow-King exploring love, loss, hope, and resilience through the lens of Spanish music and culture. Inspired by time spent in Cádiz on Andalusia’s Atlantic coast, the album carries a breezy seaside atmosphere with touches of flamenco’s emotional depth and rhythmic pulse. Co-produced with longtime collaborator Roberto Luti in Livorno, Italy, the record features Simone Luti (bass), Piero Perelli (drums and congas), Nicola Venturini (Hammond organ, Fender Rhodes, piano), and Giacomo Riggi (mallet percussion).
Originally from Cadillac, Michigan and now based in Spain, Winslow-King cut his teeth busking Woody Guthrie songs before spending 15 formative years in New Orleans, where he forged a lasting creative partnership with Luti. Over the course of eight previous albums, he has recorded with George Porter Jr., Little Freddy King, and John Boutté, shared stages with Jack White, Taj Mahal, and Rosanne Cash, and seen his song “Everlasting Arms” performed by Dr. John for the Playing for Change series.
Rooted in tradition yet driven by restless curiosity, Luke Winslow-King continues to push American roots music forward—on his own terms.
DON'T WORRY YOUR MIND
Don’t Worry Your Mind
Everything thing will be fine
Just close your eyes
Pretty baby, don’t you cry
Amongst pleasant streams
You gonna find all of your dreams
No worry or care
Shall await, wait for you there
Don’t Worry Your Mind babe
Don’t Worry Your Mind
Don’t Worry Your Mind baby
Everything thing will be fine
Don’t Worry Your Mind
Everything little thing is gonna be alright
Lay down your head
Then crawl right into bed
Wrapped in the wings of love
Spread around you
Just like a glove No sound of fear
Shall ever fall Fall on your ear
Don’t Worry Your Mind babe
Don’t Worry Your Mind Don’t Worry Your Mind baby
Everything thing will be fine
Don’t Worry Your Mind
Everything little thing is gonna be alright
Go right to sleep
Drift off into the deep
Try counting sheep
Pretty baby girl
Don’t you weep
Rest in my arms
None’ll do ya
Do you no harm
Don’t Worry Your Mind babe
Don’t Worry Your Mind
Don’t Worry Your Mind
TOUR DATES
3/21 – LÜDENSCHEID, DE | Jazz Club Lüdenscheid E.V.
3/23 – KØBENHAVN, DK | Maskinhallen, København S
3/24 – MØRKØV, DK | Gården I Mørkøv Kirkeby
3/25 – SØNDER BJERT, DK | Bjert Gamle Brugs
3/26 – TØNDER, DK | Hagge’s Musik Pub
3/27 – HARBURG, DE | Fischhalle
3/28 – OSNABRÜCK, DE | Blues Lawine
3/29 – MECHELEN, BE | Café De Wei
3/30 – GHENT, BE | Missy Sippy Blues & Roots Club
5/13 – BUDAPEST, HU | Müpa Budapest
5/14 – Szeged, HU | Rakpart 62. szül. Szabadság úszóház
6/10 – GOSHEN, IN | Goshen Brewing Company
6/11 – LOWELL, MI | Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Concert Series
6/12 – TRAVERSE CITY, MI | The Alluvion
6/13 – CADILLAC, MI | Coyote Crossing
6/14 – HOLLAND, MI | Park Theater
6/20 – MANISTEE, MI | Manistee Dune Jam
6/21 – DELTON, MI | Buttermilk Jamboree
7/3 – TONGEREN, BE | Hookrock Blues & Roots
7/4 – GAILDORF, DE | Gaildorf Bluesfest
8/14 – MARQUETTE, MI | Ore Dock
9/11 – HERENT, BE | Shortie Blues
Tinsley Ellis Releases New Song And Video For "Sweet Ice Tea".
TINSLEY ELLIS RELEASES VIDEO FOR SWEET ICE TEA
Song A Highlight Track From Acclaimed New Album, Labor Of Love
Labor Of Love is equal parts passion, grace and artistry…earthy, contemplative and gut-bucket. Ellis’ vocals deliver old-world goodness without pretense or artifice. [This is] the real deal for lovers of the bona fide.
–Vintage Guitar
Ellis delivers a masterclass in passionate musicianship. Raw, edgy performances.
–Relix
Labor Of Love is an unqualified masterpiece.
–AllMusic
Atlanta-based blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Tinsley Ellis releases his new video for Sweet Ice Tea, a highlight track from Ellis' new album, Labor Of Love (released January 30). Labor Of Love is Ellis' second acoustic album (after 2024's Blues Music Award-nominated Naked Truth), and his first acoustic album to contain all original material. The album is available on CD, Georgia peach-colored vinyl LP and at all digital service providers. It is available to order here.
Since the release of Labor Of Love, many outlets including No Depression, AllMusic, Living Blues, Blues Music Magazine, Relix and numerous publications across the UK and Europe have featured Ellis and his mesmerizing acoustic music. Vintage Guitar magazine put Ellis on the cover of its February 2026 issue.
Sweet Ice Tea debuted on the nationally syndicated radio program, Acoustic Café, in over 120 markets. Labor Of Love hit #1 on the NACC Blues Genre Chart (North Americana College & Community), #1 on The Big Blues Radio Chart and appears on the Folk Alliance International Radio Chart’s Top 50. It’s also at or near the top on blues radio chart across the globe in France, Australia, Canada and the UK.
According to Ellis, “Sweet Ice Tea is a hill country blues stomper with a plaintive shout-out to the love of my life -- Soul Food! We hope it makes the listener hungry for more songs from my new Labor Of Love album!” The video for the song was directed by filmmaker Tony Bieser, who also directed Ellis' previous videos for Too Broke and Hoodoo Woman. Watch Sweet Ice Tea below.
With Labor Of Love, Ellis delivers a raw, edgy, self-produced set of 13 original compositions, all performed with pure emotional honesty. The songs spin modern tales of floods, conflagrations, voodoo spirits, personal travails and heaven-sent prayers. From the feral opener Hoodoo Woman to the John Lee Hooker-groove of Long Time to the evocative, Skip James-inspired To A Hammer to the Son House-style stomp of Sunnyland, Ellis inhabits his songs in a way that is simply astonishing.
Each performance carries the weight, experience and hard-earned wisdom Ellis learned over four decades on the road, making Labor Of Love as profoundly deep and moving as any music he has made in his career. It covers the gamut of emotions, finding good times in the hard times, mixing gentle beauty with foot-pounding ferocity.
Ellis continues performing solo all over the country in his aptly named “Two Guitars And A Car” tour. For Ellis, playing solo, acoustic blues has helped him tap into the raw essence of the music. “I love doing these shows,” Ellis says, “I can be more expressive and emotional as a solo acoustic artist. I just love the sound of acoustic guitar. I always have.” Find Ellis' tour dates here.
“No matter what I play, I like to have an edge, "Ellis says. "For me, just playing this music is a labor of love. I sat at the feet of Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Howlin’ Wolf. I got into this music because of them. I always told myself if I could just make a living playing the blues, I’d be, at least in my own mind, successful.”
Premier Guitar believes he’s more than reached that goal, declaring, “Ellis is a legend of American blues music...he’s an American music treasure. He delivers a sermon on the power and glory of the blues, and is one of modern blues’ greatest performers.”
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express - New Album 'Ranjha' out on 8th May - Listen to title track & watch video.
“MUSIC is just such a sweet shop. There are so many styles and talents, and it’s hard to just stick to one thing, because people are having fun elsewhere – and it looks like fun. That’s certainly always been true with Shye and our collaborators from India”. Jonny Greenwood
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express will release their new album 'Ranjha' through World Circuit/BMG on 8th May. Produced by Sam Petts-Davies and recorded at Greenwood's Oxfordshire studio, the album is the follow-up to 2015's widely acclaimed album 'Junun'. Presented on special Red & Coral Splatter vinyl in a gatefold sleeve, CD and as a download, 'Ranjha' is available now for pre-order. To coincide with today's announcement, the group have unveiled the title track, alongside a video filmed by Ian Patrick.
LISTEN TO TITLE TRACK 'RANJHA' HERE
WATCH VIDEO FOR TITLE TRACK 'RANJHA' HERE
In 2015, Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and their Indian collaborators The Rajasthan Express released 'Junun', accompanied by Paul Thomas Anderson’s documentary of the same name. 'Junun' was widely acclaimed both for what it was – a joyous synthesis of the sensibilities of several wildly divergent musical backgrounds – and for what it wasn’t. All concerned were determined that 'Junun' would be neither solemn experimental exercise nor polite cultural exchange. The musicians ensconced themselves and longtime Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich in the 15th-century Mehrangarh fort in Jodhpur and created something real.
A decade or so later, they’ve done it again. The personnel which made 'Ranjha' are (mostly) the same, the location (Oxford) is different and the ambition consistent: to conjure and communicate something of the transformative feeling that Shye recalls gripping him on his initial exposure to the sound in which he has since immersed himself. “The first time I heard Indian music,” he says, “I didn’t speak Urdu at that point, so I couldn’t really understand the lyrics. But I felt it physically. It changed my life. It made me move to India and dedicate myself to it.”
Shye Ben Tzur was born in New York City and raised in Israel. He was 19 when he saw the Indian flautist Hariprasad Chaurasia and tabla player Zakir Hussain in concert in Jerusalem, and felt that his destiny had been decided. He relocated to Ajmer, in Rajasthan, married into an Indian family, learned the languages and founded The Rajasthan Express, a supergroup of musicians adept in the Sufi devotional singing known as Qawwali, the folk music of Rajasthan and, when necessary, furnishing a thumping brass section.
Jonny Greenwood, lead guitarist and multi-instrumentalist with Radiohead, has been on various other musical journeys of his own. He has composed film scores for – among others – Paul Thomas Anderson, Jane Campion and Tran Anh Hung, arranged strings for The Pretenders and Frank Ocean and was commissioned by BBC Proms for his piece ‘Horror vacui’, for which he won the ‘Large Orchestral Award’ at the Ivors. In 2023, Greenwood collaborated with the Israeli rock musician Dudu Tassa on 'Jarak Qaribak', an album of well-known Middle Eastern love songs, all adored across the region, on which the guest vocalists were asked to step across geographic borders – an Egyptian singer did the Algerian song, a Palestinian picked up the Lebanese selection, an Israeli performed the Moroccan one, an Emirati the Israeli.
The sequel to 'Junun' was not supposed to be this long in coming. “No,” says Shye. “Even when we were on the Radiohead tour (2017 and 2018), we were already working on new songs”. Jonny recalls further writing sessions in Italy at around that time, before the work, like everything else, was postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic. One decision had been made, however, which is that they would not return to the fort, but instead record their second album in a more orthodox studio – the same Oxford studio in which Jonny has recently been recording as The Smile with Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and jazz drummer Tom Skinner (Skinner would also eventually be enlisted to play on “Ranjha”). Assembling everyone in the same place was a considerable logistical undertaking: 21 musicians and/or singers are credited on the album, most of them from a long way away.
“It was a very different experience,” agrees Shye. “It was about getting a clearer sound in a more controlled environment, but using the features of the studio to be creative in a completely different way. So I think it sounds very different.” What 'Ranjha' does share with 'Junun' is the willingness of all concerned to go with what happened when everyone’s ideas were brought to bear upon the song-sketches Shye brought with him. “With Shye’s songs,” says Jonny, “you feel dangerously like you can ruin them quite easily by imposing western chords on them, like you’re forcing a square into a circle. But at the same time, a lot of the songs just seem to come to life as soon as there was some of that. . . I’ve always wanted to turn this band into a funk group.”
For all involved, 'Ranjha' has been, as 'Junun' was, a cascade of pleasant surprises. For the listener, it’s a testament to the power of allowing unselfconscious curiosity to get the better of you. “I can get awkward talking about this,” says Jonny, “because Shye is so sincere about it. I’m used to songs about alienation, songs which are about serious things, but not spiritual things. If an English band just sang religious or spiritually inspired songs and poetry, it would be very unusual.”
None of which strikes Shye as necessarily any obstacle to enjoying 'Ranjha' – and perhaps even to allowing this music to beguile newcomers to it as it once entranced him. “You feel this music on your body,” he says. “Then it affects your emotional state when you hear the melodies. Then come the words and the lyrics. If people want to go deeper, they’ll find a rich world of music. And this album is maybe like a window into that phenomenal tradition.”
‘RANJHA’ TRACKLISTING
1. SHIQWA
2. MARBOLOT
3. RANJHA
4. SHEMESH
5. SHIQWA (REPRISE)
6. ISHQ-E-MAJNUN
7. SAQI
8. MARBOLOT (REPRISE)
9. AVIV
10. MUSTT
11. SHARMINDA
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Jah Wobble & Jon Klein present scathing single 'Who Wins?' ahead of ‘Automated Paradise' LP.
FOR FANS OF: Jah Wobble, Public Image Ltd., Mark Stewart / The Pop Group, The Fall, Sleaford Mods, Cabaret Voltaire, Gallon Drunk
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Previewing their new 'Automated Paradise' album, Jah Wobble (Public Image Ltd) and guitarist Jon Klein (Siouxsie & The Banshees, Specimen) reveal the fire-buster 'Who Wins?', a song about distrust — about the growing sense that the grand halls of power have become echo chambers of empty promises. The question echoes long after the final note fades — we probably wouldn't like the answer.
The title itself acts as a refrain and a provocation. Who wins? Not answered outright, the song understands something important: the most powerful question in politics is often the one that leaves the listener finishing the sentence themselves. Less of a statement and more like a mirror, this song fits squarely inside the long lineage of protest music. Songs that capture a moment when the atmosphere shifts — when dissatisfaction becomes a chorus and the private complaint becomes public noise.
'Automated Paradise' is Wobble & Klein's third collaborative record and also their debut album as a duo with Dimple Discs, previewed by the motorik lead track ‘Fading Away’, pulsating with the raw electrical tension of British post-punk and new wave. These two legends first combined forces on the 'Metal Box – Rebuilt In Dub' album in 2021, they continue to collaborate live and in the studio.
"'Who Wins?' is a good old protest song, pointing fingers and making a racket! It was a bass line that turned into a metal riff. The noisier songs on this album tend to reflect on today’s information overload, where there’s no security, and people are becoming more polemic and stressed, but there seems to be a thread of hope that truth and justice will maybe prevail," says Jon Klein.
"Working with Jah Wobble is always an inspiring experience. When I started working with him in recording sessions, he often quoted the words of Holger Czukay, the bass player of German band Can: “First we play, then afterwards we talk! We like to make things happen in the moment. Often we complete a working draft to a piece of music from scratch in a few hours.”
Jah Wobble adds, "The music comes from that silent place. It’s pre-existing. You just allow it to flow... Proper post punk. Angry and humorous. Okay, it’s the end of civilisation. But nothing lasts forever right? We shouldn’t take it to heart."
This is Jah Wobble’s first post-punk album in recent years, these brash guitar-driven tracks reflecting his preoccupation with the declining state of the nation. Driven by his weekly experience with Klein, working at the "Tuned In" music community project in Merton, this record recalls the spirit of Mark Stewart - angry in an empathetic, constructive way. The lyrical content mainly came together on the spot in the studio.
This album follows two 2025 albums for Wobble -
‘Dub Volume 1' (Dimple Discs) and the expanded reissue of the 2017 album 'The Usual Suspects', featuring 25 career highlights, re-recorded and including some of Wobble’s finest material, alongside tracks by Invaders Of The Heart and PiL.
Guitarist and producer Jon Klein was a member of Siouxsie and the Banshees from 1987 until 1994 (the 'Peepshow', 'Superstition' and 'The Rapture' era). Originally in the Bristol band Europeans, he then formed the glam-goth act Specimen and relocated to London, where he co-founded The Batcave nightclub. He has worked with Talvin Singh and Sinéad O'Connor, and co-produced a string of No. 1 albums for Warner-signed Fangoria, fueling a decade-long streak of chart-topping success in Spain.
Born John Wardle, bassist and vocalist Jah Wobble is from East London. An original member of Public Image Ltd (PiL) from 1978-80, he made two seminal albums with the band, including the iconic ‘Metal Box’. Wobble formed Invaders of the Heart in 1982, collaborating with Can's Holger Czukay, Jaki Liebezeit, U2's The Edge and producer François Kevorkian. By the 1990s, he was well known, had chart success and a Mercury Music Prize nomination for the album ‘Rising Above Bedlam'. After releasing the top-40 album ‘Take Me To God’ and then ‘Heaven and Earth' via Island Records, Wardle fled record company constraints to more experimental recordings.
Wobble has collaborated with Sinéad O’Connor, Massive Attack, Ginger Baker, Björk, Brian Eno and Pharoah Sanders, was part of the supergroup The Damage Manual, worked with Julie Campbell aka LoneLady on ‘Psychic Life’, and with his wife Zi Lan Liao on the album ‘Chinese Dub, winning the Songlines Magazine World Music Award. He also plays and records with his sons Charlie and John Wardle in Tian Qiyi. 2024 brought his 'Timeless Roots' album with Horace Andy, followed by 2025's 'Old Fashioned Ways' album with Jamaica's Ken Boothe. Wobble played on Richard Russell’s album ‘Everything is Recorded' (notably ‘Losing You’ feat. Sampha).
Wobble published his autobiography ‘Memoirs of a Geezer: Music, Life, Mayhem’ via Serpent’s Tail in 2009, following his 2008 radio documentary on Sid Vicious for BBC Radio 3. 30 Hertz Records, the independent label Wobble launched in 1997, still releases music in collaboration with Cherry Red, including 'Dark Luminosity – The 21st Century Collection' and 'In Dub II: Deluxe'.
On March 27, 'Automatic Paradise' is available on CD and transparent vinyl, limited to 800 copies. The digital download can be pre-ordered via Bandcamp. Jah Wobble & The Invaders Of The Heart continue touring the UK in 2026, for which tickets are available at https://jahwobble.com/#live
TRACK LIST
1. Fading Away
2. Make It Stop
3. Who Wins
4. Read Between The Lines
5. Automated Paradise
6. Terminal Terminal The End
7. Endless Sky
8. Brockwell Lido
CREDITS
'Fading Away' written by Jah Wobble, John Tian Chi Wardle & Jon Klein
'Who Wins?' written by Jah Wobble, Izumi Karaage & Jon Klein
Jah Wobble - bass & vocals
Jon Klein - guitar, synthesizer, backing vocals & programming
Izumi Karaage - drums on 'Who Wins?'
John Tian Chi Wardle - drums on 'Fading Away'
Keiko Yamazaki - backing vocals on 'Fading Away'
Produced by Jah Wobble & Jon Klein
Engineered & mixed by Jon Klein at Tuned In Studio & Ground Control.
Mastered by Anthony Chapman
Cover artwork & design by Jah Wobble
Released by Dimple Discs
Barcode 5052571225325
Vinyl catalogue ID #DEEDEE081LP / CD catalogue ID #DEEDEE081CD
Live photos by Fergus Kelly / Room Temperature
Other photos by Peter McDowell
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART - TOUR DATES
Mar. 28 BUTLIN'S SKEGNESS - Shiine On Weekender 2026
Apr. 02 WIMBORNE MINSTER - Tivoli Theatre
Apr. 03 TOTNES - Barrel House
Apr. 04 CARDIFF - Clwb Ifor Bach
Apr. 10 STOKE ON TRENT - Artisan Tap
Apr. 11 DARWEN - Library Theatre
Apr. 25 GWYNEDD - Neuadd Ogwen
May 15 CAMBERLEY - Login Lounge
May 30 LYME REGIS - Marine Theatre
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09/03/2026
Canadian alt-country/bluegrass group CABIN FEVER lament small town decline on latest single "No Back Page".
CABIN FEVER LAMENTS FADING SMALL TOWNS ON LATEST SINGLE "NO BACK PAGE"Song follows "Good Old Days" as Canadian bluegrass / alt-country group's first new music of 2026
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TORONTO ON -- Following their first single of 2026 "Good Old Days" -- featured as a Track of the Day at Americana UK and Quality Americana -- Canadian bluegrass / alt-country group Cabin Fever are today releasing "No Back Page," an emotional counterpoint in its depiction of fading small town life.
The song is a showcase for the group’s harmony vocals, with its story inspired by guitarist Kyle Faulkner’s experiences living in northern Saskatchewan and traveling throughout the U.S. Midwest, where a sense of community often revolved around the town newspaper.
"No Back Page" is available to purchase at Bandcamp and stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal
Faulkner explains, “Year after year, I noticed the changes that were happening in many of these towns; storefronts closing, more houses for sale, fewer people walking down the main street, and a change in the overall feeling of being there. I was stricken by the parallel between the feelings I had then, and the feelings when our town had lost its local paper, and began to imagine myself not as someone passing through one of these towns, but as an established community member who had spent my entire life there, and who wasn’t ready for the changes that were coming. ‘No Back Page’ touches on those feelings of loss, of unwanted progress for progresses’ sake, and offers a lament on the direction our world is taking these days.”
Cabin Fever recorded both "No Back Page" and "Good Old Days" with producer Matt Weston at his Swamp Songs studio, with Matt chipping in on drums as well. The sessions carried on the spirit of the group's 2025 debut EP It's Only Forever, which propelled Kyle Faulkner, bassist/vocalist Jessica McKay and mandolin player Colin Jolly from playing around campfires to opening for some of Canada’s top live acts, including The Sadies, The Once, and Sam Roberts Band.
Although steeped in bluegrass tradition, Cabin Fever see themselves as a modern-day roots music unit, pushing the sonic envelope with the addition of other elements to add an extra kick to an already high-octane sound. For the band, it’s never been about sticking to the rules, but instead writing original songs that can connect with roots music fans of all stripes.
Montreal's DANIEL ISAIAH previews Western Medicine LP with gorgeous first single "Too Far To Run".
DANIEL ISAIAH USHERS IN SPRING WITH "TOO FAR TO RUN" Single is first preview of Montreal singer/songwriter's Western Medicine LP out April 17
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TORONTO ON -- Montreal-based singer/songwriter Daniel Isaiah shares "Too Far To Run," the first preview of his sixth solo album, Western Medicine, out April 17. Anyone familiar with his past work will immediately notice his continuing musical evolution, with the new 10-song collection being his most compelling to date -- a tour de force of roots music song craft, conjuring images of Leonard Cohen fronting The Band, and Randy Newman recording in Neil Young’s barn.
"Too Far To Run" is available purchase at Bandcamp and stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal
Legendary filmmaker Robert Altman once said that 90 per cent of directing is casting, and Isaiah took that approach on Western Medicine, reasoning that by choosing the right musicians, the rest would fall into place. Spontaneity turned out to be the key ingredient, giving songs such as “Too Far To Run” an easy-flowing groove that complements a vibe Daniel compares to seeing the first bird of spring. The group chemistry propels another standout track, “How The Tiger Got Her Stripes,” which could be mistaken for an early ‘70s Dylan outtake.
The sound of Western Medicine is also in large part a reflection of the confidence Isaiah has built over the three years since making his previous album To Live A Wild Life, the result of improving his sight-reading skills and immersing himself in old songbooks.
Daniel says, “Songwriting started as a hobby, something I did when I needed songs for a band or a record. Now it’s part of my daily life. I can’t really imagine living without it.”
Working in a practice room on the top floor of a building with a panoramic view of Montreal, Isaiah honed the 10 songs on Western Medicine, some of them right up to the album’s recording sessions in May 2025 at Montreal’s Mixart Studios with a band comprised of drummer Robbie Kuster, bassist Mishka Stein, pianist Jérome Beaulieu and guitarist Warren Spicer, who also oversaw engineering and mixing.
“I had almost no preconceived ideas of how the songs should take shape in the studio,” Daniel admits. “Before the session, I made rough demos of all the songs—just me on guitar or piano—and sent them to the musicians. We had one rehearsal where we played through each song once or twice. That was the extent of preparation.”
Still, it’s Isaiah’s lyrics that form the core of Western Medicine. “Fire In The Night” pays tribute to a friend who struggled with mental illness and tragically lost his life in a cabin fire north of Montreal, while “Champion Is Down” grew out of images of Mussolini and Gaddafi being done in by their own citizens. Elsewhere, Daniel was inspired to write “Old Ram’s Horn” after inheriting his grandfather’s shofar, an essential symbol of Jewish culture, while “Total Eclipse Of The Sun” was written in the immediate aftermath of the April 2024 solar event.
If Daniel Isaiah’s Western Medicine accomplishes anything, it is indeed opening our eyes and ears to fleeting moments of beauty. And once a listener does that, there can be no argument that this is one of the best albums of the year.
01 Too Far To Run
02 Fire In The Night
03 Western Medicine
04 Old Ram's Horn
05 Until I Lay Me Down
06 Long March To Your Grave
07 Champion Is Down
08 How The Tiger Got Her Stripes
09 Total Eclipse Of The Sun
10 Shadow World
Collective Dust Drops "Do People Even Use CDs Anymore?" EP
The spirit of early 2000s metalcore is roaring back to life, and Collective Dust is leading the charge. Hailing from Clarksville, TN, the five-piece makes a bold first impression with their EP "Do People Even Use CDs Anymore?"
Blending quirky, synth-laced flourishes with chugging riffs and thunderous percussion, the band captures the raw energy and unfiltered emotion that defined the genre’s golden era. Yet there’s nothing dated about their execution — it’s a revitalized take on a beloved sound, packed with modern intensity and charisma.
With momentum building, Collective Dust is set to bring their high-octane live show across the U.S., paving the way for their upcoming full-length album. For fans craving the chaos, hooks, and heart of 2000s metalcore, the revival is here — and it’s louder than ever.
Canadian photographer JOHN SCHWIRTLICH turns singer/songwriter with debut album Apertures.
JOHN SCHWIRTLICH REFOCUSES ON MUSIC WITH APERTURES B.C. photographer teams up with Craig Smith of ONTARIANS for debut album of roots rock gems.
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TORONTO ON -- John Schwirtlich has been a professional photographer for the past 25 years, based in Kamloops, British Columbia, shooting everything from his twin passions for skiing and live music to working on film sets and architectural projects.
Still, John never gave up on his dream to make music, dating back to his youth in Kitchener, Ontario during the late 1980s when a scene blossomed around emerging singer/songwriters such as Danny Michel, Paul MacLeod and Shannon Lyon. With the harmonica as his instrument of choice, John became a member of Lyon’s band Strange Days, which went on to play across Canada, crossing paths with other bands like Blue Rodeo, The Tragically Hip and Skydiggers that were establishing a national touring circuit.
Now, John’s musical aspirations have come to fruition with his debut album, Apertures, a roots rock feast that sounds like someone who’s actually been in the songwriting game for a long time. Produced by Craig Smith of the band ONTARIANS, the 10 full-band songs on Apertures are a reflection of the title in terms of exposing various degrees of personal experience, with John’s rough-edged voice ideally suited to tell his story.
Apertures is available to purchase at Bandcamp and stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal
Not surprisingly, much of the subject matter on Apertures deals with the complexities of love and relationships that all of us who have been around the block a few times must deal with. There’s the good stuff—as on “Night Like This” and the album’s first focus track “Kimberley”—as well as the less good stuff, as heard on bittersweet tracks such as “7 Days” and “What You Want.”
Then there are a few simply fun, straight-ahead rockers like “Idaho Rain,” “Ain’t No Joke” and “Somebody” that display the full extent of how well John and Craig collaborated together. If Apertures was made in the 1970s, it would have possibly resembled a ragged-but-right solo album by someone like Rick Danko or Ronnie Lane, but Smith’s stellar production keeps each song bright, tight, and filled with unexpected sonic surprises.
As John says, “I think anything you do that involves a creative process—whether it’s photography, music, woodworking, sculpting, whatever—it can all be inspiring in different ways. I would say that music inspires my photography, and not the other way around. I also produce mountain scenery video projects and music plays a big role in the way I see images and edit them together. Working with Craig on this album was truly inspirational. We’ve been friends for a long time, and he’s always been one of the best songwriters I’ve ever known.”
For many of us, achieving goals takes longer than we expect. But with the release of Apertures, John Schwirtlich can not only appreciate what he’s accomplished, he can also take pride in having made one of the best Canadian roots rock albums of the year.
01 Night Like This
02 Kimberley
03 7 Days
04 On My Way
05 Collingwood
06 Intuition
07 Idaho Rain
08 Ain't No Joke
09 What You Want
10 Somebody
GALVEZTON PRESENTS “ROLL TO G-TOWN” NEW SINGLE OUT NOW, NEW ALBUM OCEAN CABARET OUT APRIL 3RD.
Texas-native GALVEZTON presents new single “Roll To G-Town.” An eclectic mix of old school Beck meets dusty roads Americana, the new single and video for "Roll To G-Town" are now available via La Izquierda Records.
Dripping with charisma and confidence, the new single by GALVEZTON is a love letter to Robert Kuhn’s home state. Paired with a mesmerizing new video that features various easter eggs related to GALVEZTON’s forthcoming album, which is to be released worldwide April 3rd, 2026, (except in the UK where it will be released May 15th.) For instance, the actual abandoned strip club Ocean Cabaret plays a heavy role in the video, and is also the name of the upcoming album.
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The original concept of the new single was born from kitchenside pandemic hangs with Robert Kuhn and his acoustic guitar. Featuring psychedelic lyrics, folky guitars, and the entrancing backup vocals of Krystal Hardwick, the new single is a perfect springtime jam. Recorded appropriately in Galveston, TX at La Izquierda headquarters between 2022 and 2024, the new single offers a brand new anthem for the Lone Star State.
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Robert Kuhn, the face and voice behind GALVEZTON describes the impact of the new song in greater detail:
“Texas country star Rich O’toole heard me play the song at La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival and immediately asked me if he could record it. I agreed of course and after his version came out, Houston hip-hop legend, Bun-B (UGK), heard it and said he wanted to do a remix. Paul Wall, the People’s Champ, soon heard it and wanted to collaborate too, so joined in and the song becomes a Houston area anthem. “Ima take my money an Roll to G-town!”
WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “ROLL TO G-TOWN”
If you're around in the Texas area, catch GALVEZTON at an upcoming show this Spring.
GALVEZTON TOUR DATES:
03.06 El Lago, TX @ Sammy G’s District 70
03.13 Houston, TX @ Cactus Music - in store performance
4/3 Houston, TX @ Big Star Bar
4/5 Galveston, TX @ Brews Brothers
05.02 Galveston, TX @ La Izquierda Surf & Music Festival
06.11 Galveston, TX @ Save The Locals Festival
Robert Kuhn (GALVEZTON) was named after Bob Dylan a long time ago in a Houston hospital, more dead than alive. Introduced by his father to a steady diet of songwriters like Townes Van Zandt, Guy Clark, Bruce Springsteen, Steve Forbert, The Band and Michelle Shocked, while his mother, a school teacher and all-state upright bas player, passed along the love of music. Once the pandemic hit, Kuhn expanded his creative efforts on the foundation of La Izquierda, a longboard surf competition and music festival. Quickly growing his grassroots community building efforts and non-profit activities by supporting other local fests, Robert has been specifically affiliated with La Izquierda Surf & Music Festival (May 2 & 3), Save The Locals Fest (a weekly free concert series on Thursday evenings in June & July), and the Galveston Annual Sandcastle Competition in September. Due to Kuhn's impact, La Izquierda continues to thrive and has also developed into a record label for musicians along the Gulf Coast.
GALVEZTON, took over after the pandemic as Robert’s eclectic music deepened past the singer-songwriter genre and became a collective experience utilizing the sounds and arts of the island home he represents. Sharing bills with legends Ramblin' Jack Elliot, Shinyribs, The Lost Bayou Ramblers, Alex Maas (The Black Angels), Del Castillo, The Nude Party, and Cheech and Chong, GALVEZTON’s signature style is often compared to artists such as Phosphorescent, The War on Drugs, Kurt Vile, Lou Reed and Courtney Barnett.
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08/03/2026
Stacy Mitchhart’s New Album w/Gretchen Wilson, Kenny Neal & Charlie Musselwhite.
NASHVILLE, TN - Stacy Mitchhart is excited to announce the forthcoming release of his new album, No Rhyme or Reason on April 17th. Pre-order here. His new single, "Good One Time" is out now. Listen here.
After more than three decades of electrifying stages with his soulful guitar work, commanding vocals, and well-crafted songs, blues powerhouse Stacy Mitchhart is poised for one of the most significant releases of his career.
His 17th album, No Rhyme or Reason, was produced by multiple GRAMMY® winner Tom Hambridge - known for his work with Buddy Guy, George Thorogood, and Susan Tedeschi - and fe Buddy Guy, and features guest appearances from Gretchen Wilson, Kenny Neal, and Charlie Musselwhite.
“I wanted to work with an outside producer for the purpose of creating a fresh sound,” Mitchhart explains from his Nashville home. “I also wanted to collaborate with people that I truly admire and write new original music.”
Recorded largely on Nashville’s storied Music Row, No Rhyme or Reason showcases Mitchhart’s versatility through four standout singles. The edgy “Bad As You” explores the all-too-human tendency of projecting faults onto others, while the swaggering “Good One Time” delivers big guitars, organ, and punchy horns beneath a visceral vocal performance Mitchhart captured in just a couple of takes. Louisiana blues stalwart Kenny Neal joins Mitchhart on “Mean Bad Wrong,” lending the track a classic New Orleans flavor and fulfilling a longtime wish to record together.
The album also includes the rollicking duet “Sure Looks Good To Me” with GRAMMY®-winning vocalist Gretchen Wilson. “Gretchen and I have talked about recording a duet since she was a waitress at the Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar in 1996,” Mitchhart recalls. “She used to get up and sit in with us.” Known primarily for her chart-topping country hits, Wilson brings a gritty, roadhouse energy to the collaboration.
A virtuoso guitarist who places equal emphasis on melody, storytelling, and groove, Mitchhart first made waves on the blues scene in the early 1990s. Raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, his blistering guitar chops and magnetic stage presence quickly made him a standout on the regional club circuit. By 1996, he had relocated to Nashville, where he became the longtime house act at the city’s iconic Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar. His fiery performances there quickly became legendary and cemented his reputation as one of the genre’s most dynamic live performers.
“I’m a musician. It’s what I do—my whole being,” Mitchhart says. “I’ve played everywhere from the Amsterdam Arena in front of 45,000 people to a grocery store for 30 people, to juke joints in Mississippi and black-tie events at the Ritz-Carlton.”
In late 2024, Mitchhart released the funky single “Shake (Make Your Body Move),” a high-energy collaboration with blues legend Bobby Rush that even tips its hat to the swagger and groove of Prince in his prime.
“My sound is a gumbo of musical styles,” Mitchhart says. “I love blues and jazz and R&B, and I like some country, some rock, and some hip-hop. It all works its way into the final sound. My philosophy is that the music has to feel good first, and then it has to mean something to me.
That musical openness has fueled a career filled with accolades and global touring. Mitchhart won the prestigious Albert King “Most Promising Guitarist” Award at the International Blues Challenge Iin Memphis, has been inducted into the Canadian South Blues Hall of Fame, and has received multiple honors from the Music City Blues Society. His performances have graced leading festivals worldwide, including the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, Birmingham Blues Festival, Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival, Windsor Blues Festival, Kalamazoo Blues Festival, Cincinnati Blues Festival, and the legendary King Biscuit Blues Festival.
“My dream? I’m basically living it,” Mitchhart reflects. “I get to play music and make a living doing it. Every year it feels like I’m still moving forward. I’ve come a long way—but I’ve still got more to go.”
TRACK LISTING
Good One Time
Bad As You
Sure Looks Good To Me
Once You Leave
Flip To The Other Side
We Blew It
Long Way Down
No Rhyme Or Reason
Mean Bad Wrong
Never Gonna Get Me Back
She's Just Right
On My Dying Day
Out Now: Trixies, the new album by Squeeze.
On BMG
Buy HERE
MOJO “Trixies sits comfortably beside Squeeze’s finest works of the late ’70s. It might even be better” ★★★★★
Classic Pop ★★★★ Record Collector ★★★★
Uncut 8/10 LouderThanWar ★★★★ Daily Express ★★★★
BBC Radio 2’s Piano Room – watch/listen HERE
Album launch show at KOKO, March 11, 2026
More than 50 years after it was written Trixies, the new album by Squeeze, is out now.
One of 2026’s most anticipated albums Trixies is the band’s first album in eight years but the first they ever wrote. A collection of stories set in a fictional night club, Trixies, the album was written by the band’s teenage founders Chris Difford (19) and Glenn Tilbrook (16) at the very start of their songwriting partnership. Now more than fifty years on, Squeeze have completed the circle and realised the vision the precocious teens had for the songs that, as the Guardian wrote, show that “all the Squeeze hallmarks of melody, romance and storytelling were there from the beginning.”
“A record imagined in youth, realised in maturity and vibrating with the thrill of possibility” Classic Rock
“Imaginative, impressive and, most importantly, fun” – PopMatters
“A surprising and impressive release” The Wire
Before the sky-high classics such as ‘Up The Junction’, ‘Tempted’, ‘Cool For Cats’, ‘Another Nail In My Heart’ and ‘Labelled With Love’, before the 2008 Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music, the Mojo Icon award, the quintessential Cradle To The Grave, the world tours and festival highlight sets, and before 2017’s celebrated The Knowledge, there was Trixies.
The only problem with these songs – crime scene vignettes like ‘The Place We Call Mars’ and ‘Don’t Go Out In The Dark’; the riotous come-hither rapacity of ‘Why Don’t You’; and the evocative acoustic scene setter ‘You Get The Feeling’ – was that, back in 1974, the musical vision of the young creators exceeded their virtuosity. “We fully committed ourselves to songwriting but this was three or four years before we even got to make our first record. Long story short, these were songs that we just didn’t have enough musical experience to record properly” explains Difford.
Fifty years on, and having rediscovered the original cassette, that problem no longer exists for the band whose live shows are legendary and who have played more than 600 shows since reuniting in 2007. So what better way to mark 50 years of Squeeze than to complete the circle and realise the vision they had for Trixies? “The songs that we wrote then astound me. I’m proud of them now, and I’m particularly proud that it was young us that did that. These are very much the same songs that we wrote then,” says Tilbrook, “The only difference is that now I can teach the songs to the rest of the band. Back then, I didn’t even know what the names of the chords were!”
Now this precocious opening volley of songs – under the guiding production hand of Squeeze’s bassist Owen Biddle (The Roots, John Legend, Al Green) – finally gets to enjoy its moment in the spotlight.
And by returning Difford and Tilbrook to the birth of their creative partnership, Trixies has acted as the catalyst to a latter-day songwriting surge. On the heels of Trixies, an album of brand new Squeeze songs – recorded concurrently with Trixies – is finished and set to follow in the future. “The act of revisiting the Trixies songs had me in tears,” smiles Tilbrook, “partly because they’re so good, but also because I’m aware of all the stuff that I’ve still yet to hear and write.” The sentiments are echoed by Difford: “It really fills me with joy that at my age we can discover that we wrote such great songs when we were teenagers. I’m very proud of that.”
This autumn Squeeze will be embarking on the most ambitious UK tour of their career, one that will also support the anti-poverty charity Trussell and Grassroots Music Venues. The 16-date Tried, Tested and Trixies Tour in 2026, starting at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on November 12, and ending at the Brighton Centre on December 5, will see Squeeze headline several arenas for the first time – including a hometown show at London’s O2 Arena just 3 miles from where the band started. Joining Squeeze on the tour as Very Special Guest will be singer, songwriter and activist Billy Bragg. Ahead of the UK tour Squeeze will take to the stage at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on September 19 alongside special guests Adam Ant and The English Beat, followed by an appearance at the Bourbon & Beyond Festival in Louisville, KY on September 26.
Tried, Tested and Trixies Tour 2026 dates – see www.squeezeofficial.com for ticket links
Thursday 12 November Glasgow OVO Hydro
Friday 13 November Blackpool Opera House
Saturday 14 November Nottingham Motorpoint Arena
Monday 16 November Newcastle O2 City Hall
Tuesday 17 November Stockton Globe
Thursday 19 November Hull Connexin Live
Friday 20 November Leeds First Direct Bank Arena
Saturday 21 November Liverpool M&S Bank Arena
Monday 23 November Manchester O2 Apollo
Thursday 26 November London The O2
Friday 27 November Cardiff Utilita Arena
Saturday 28 November Birmingham Utilita Arena
Monday 30 November Swansea Building Society Arena
Tuesday 1 December Plymouth Pavilions
Friday 4 December Bournemouth International Centre
Saturday 5 December Brighton Centre
The band has also announced a short run of European shows and their only UK summer show:
Friday March 20 Fabrik - Hamburg, Germany
Sunday March 22 Debaser Hornstulls Strand - Stockholm, Sweden
Tuesday March 24 Patronaat - Haarlem, Netherlands
Wednesday March 25 Luxor - Köln, Germany
Friday March 27 Santeria Toscana 31 - Milano, Italy
Saturday March 28 Café de la Danse - Paris, France
Sunday June 27 Retro C Trop - Tilloloy, France
Saturday July 4 Gwyl Portmeirion Festival, Wales
Squeeze band:
Chris Difford – guitar & vocals
Glenn Tilbrook – guitar & vocals
Owen Biddle – bass
Melvin Duffy – pedal steel guitar
Steve Smith - percussion
Stephen Large - keyboard
Simon Hanson – drums
Danica Dora – backing vocals
Leon Tilbrook - guitar
Trixies is released on March 6th 2026 via BMG. Pre-order HERE
Trixies Tracklisting:
What More Can I Say
You Get The Feeling
The Place We Call Mars
Hell On Earth
The Dancer
Good Riddance
Don't Go Out In the Dark
Why Don't You
Anything But Me
It's Over
The Jaguars
Trixies (Part One)
Trixies (Part Two)
Trixies formats:
Black Vinyl – Cat# 964215841
Transparent Pink Vinyl – Cat# 964202901
Transparent Red Vinyl – Cat# 964216311
CD – Cat# 964202912
Joanne Shaw Taylor teams up with Orianthi on powerful new single "What Good Is My Love?".
Joanne Shaw Taylor Teams Up with Orianthi on Powerful New Single “What Good Is My Love?”
A fiery blues-rock duet confronting heartbreak, doubt, and the question of love that isn’t returned
Watch the official music video for “What Good Is My Love?” NOW
Stream “What Good Is My Love?” on all platforms HERE
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns today with a stirring new single, “What Good Is My Love?,” featuring acclaimed Australian guitarist and singer-songwriter Orianthi. Out now via Journeyman Records, the emotionally charged track pairs two of modern blues rock’s most formidable guitarists for a dynamic and deeply personal collaboration.
Driven by a slow-burning groove and soaring guitar interplay, “What Good Is My Love?” explores the painful uncertainty that comes when love is no longer reciprocated. Joanne’s soulful vocals, while Orianthi’s stunning guitar solo, carries the weight of the song’s central question, capturing the vulnerability of realizing that even the deepest devotion may not always be enough.
“We’ve probably all been in the position at some point in life when the love we had and give isn’t returned,” Joanne shares. “Whether it’s unrequited or simply fades. I wanted to write a song for those of us who have had to question, "What good is my love if it’s not enough?”
The track unfolds with a simmering intensity before erupting into electrifying guitar exchanges between Joanne and Orianthi, whose fiery playing adds another dimension to the song’s emotional arc. The pairing of their distinct styles creates a striking musical dialogue, blending raw blues grit with soaring melodic leads. Together, they deliver a performance that balances heartbreak with defiant strength, turning personal reflection into an anthemic moment of catharsis.
“What Good Is My Love?” arrives as the latest preview of Joanne’s forthcoming studio album, due out later this year. The single follows the recent release of “Hell Or High Water,” a blues gospel anthem about perseverance and inner struggle, gaining momentum across streaming platforms and radio.
The upcoming album builds on the momentum of Joanne’s critically acclaimed Black & Gold, which drew widespread praise upon its release. Classic Rock Magazine awarded the album a 9/10 rating, while Powerplay Magazine highlighted its “pop appeal and smoothness.” Guitarist Magazine noted that it “reinforces Joanne’s place in the firmament of today’s brightest stars,” and American Blues Scene called it “a deeply personal experience, showcasing the depth of Joanne’s artistry.” Together with the Black & Gold (Deluxe Edition) and a run of acoustic reinterpretations, the album marked a major creative milestone in Joanne’s career.
The new single arrives as Joanne prepares to launch her Spring 2026 U.S. headline tour, bringing her electrifying live show to audiences across the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, and Florida. The run begins March 18th in Skokie, IL and includes stops in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Indiana, Tennessee, the Carolinas, and Florida, culminating with a sold-out appearance at Sound Wave Beach Weekend in Miramar Beach. Known for her commanding stage presence, fiery guitar work, and emotionally immersive performances, Joanne continues to captivate audiences with a set that blends new material with fan favourites from across her catalogue. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour.
2026 Spring U.S. Tour
March 18 – Skokie, IL – North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
March 20 - Kent, OH - The Kent Stage
March 21 – Pittsford, NY – Beston Hall
March 22 – Homer, NY – Center for the Arts of Homer
March 24 – Red Bank, NJ – The Vogel
March 25 – Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater
March 27 – State College, PA – The State Theatre
March 28 – Annapolis, MD – Rams Head On Stage
March 29 - Oakmont, PA - The Oaks Theater
March 31 - Hobart, IN - The Hobart Art Theater
April 2 – Franklin, TN – The Franklin Theatre
April 3 – Greenville, SC – Peace Center
April 4 – Cornelius, NC – Cain Center for the Arts
April 7 – Orlando, FL – The Plaza Live
April 9 – West Palm Beach, FL – Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
April 10 – Ponte Vedra, FL – Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
April 10-12 – Miramar Beach, FL – Sound Wave Beach Weekend +
+Sold Out
Europe Summer Dates
May 23 Peer, BE Deusterstraat 78
May 24 Schoppingen, DE Schoppingen Blues Festival
May 25 Raalte, NL Ribs & Blues Festival
May 27 Hanover, DE Pavillon
May 28 Nuremberg, DE Lowensaal
May 29 Eindhoven, NL Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
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The Who: ‘Live At Eden Project’: Historic Performance With The Heart Of England Philharmonic Orchestra.
THE WHO ANNOUNCE LIVE AT EDEN PROJECT: A HISTORIC PERFORMANCE WITH THE HEART OF ENGLAND PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
IN STORE MAY 29TH, 2026
Formats:
Black 3LP Gatefold, Ltd. 3LP Gatefold, 2CD Digipak, Streaming & Digital Download
Pre-Order “Live at Eden Project”
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Few bands have shaped the landscape of rock music with the force and longevity of The Who. For nearly six decades, their sound, spirit, and unmistakable energy have echoed across generations, influencing artists and audiences around the world. In 2026, the band adds a remarkable new chapter to their legacy with Live at Eden Project - a landmark live recording that captures the raw power, emotional depth, and artistic ambition of their unforgettable July 2023 performance at Cornwall’s iconic Eden Project.
Set within one of the UK’s most sustainable and visually striking venues - a breathtaking network of biomes nestled in the Cornish countryside - the concert stands as a testament not only to The Who’s musical evolution but also to their enduring cultural relevance. Backed by the Heart of England Philharmonic Orchestra, founding members Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey delivered a performance that fused classic rock intensity with orchestral grandeur. The Eden Project’s natural acoustics and enclosed structures created a warm, detailed sonic environment that offered a clarity and intimacy unmatched by traditional stadium settings.
The recording reflects this unique atmosphere. Fans have long cherished The Who’s “special location” shows, and Eden stands among the most memorable - a once-in-a-lifetime convergence of music, environment, and artistic vision. The smaller capacity fostered a deeper connection between the band and audience, allowing for heightened interaction, greater emotional resonance, and a sense of being inside the performance rather than observing it from afar. This intimacy, combined with the band’s refined orchestral approach, captures The Who at a defining moment in their modern era.
Live at Eden Project also presents one of the strongest and most focused setlists of The Who’s orchestral period. Alongside beloved anthems such as “Baba O’Riley” and “Pinball Wizard,” the album includes rarely performed gems like “Cry If You Want,” “Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere,” and “The Rock,” creating a career-spanning journey that balances hits, deep cuts, and orchestral showpieces with remarkable fluidity.
Today’s announcement coincides with the launch of the first single, “Pinball Wizard,” which is available for streaming and download immediately. The track offers a powerful first glimpse into the atmosphere and artistry of the Eden performance, capturing the heightened clarity, emotional nuance, and orchestral depth that define the full release.
Scheduled for release on May 29th, 2026, Live at Eden Project will be available as a 2CD Digipak, a limited 3LP Gatefold edition pressed on recycled vinyl with no plastic shrink wrap and packed in a separate paper wallet, a standard 3LP Gatefold, and across all major digital platforms. Every format showcases the full emotional and sonic range of a night that stands among the most compelling in The Who’s recent history.
Vibrant, immersive, and uniquely alive, Live at Eden Project is the definitive document of The Who’s orchestral era - a recording that captures not only a legendary band in peak form but also the spirit of a venue whose environmental ethos and natural beauty mirror the band’s own commitment to evolution and innovation.
The Who - Live at Eden Project
Release: May 29th, 2026
Formats:
Black 3LP Gatefold, Ltd. 3LP Gatefold, 2CD Digipak, Streaming & Digital Download
Tracklisting:
- Overture
- 1921
- Amazing Journey
- Sparks
- The Acid Queen
- Pinball Wizard
- We’re Not Gonna Take It
- Who Are You
- Eminence Front
- The Kids Are Alright
- You Better You Bet
- Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere
- Substitute
- I Can’t Explain
- My Generation
- Cry If You Want
- Won’t Get Fooled Again
- Behind Blue Eyes
- The Real Me
- I’m One
- 5:15
- The Rock
- Love, Reign O’er Me
- Baba O’Riley
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado Announce New Album, Live At Hotel Cecil - Watch the video for 'Hold My Lover Tight'.
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado Announce New Album, Live At Hotel Cecil.
To be released 19 June via Provogue/Artone
Check out the latest single
Hold My Lover Tight (Live).
Pre-Order/Stream
HERE
Also check out the video for Said I Was Hurt (Live).
The award-winning Danish roots rockin’ octet Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado are set to release their new album Live At Hotel Cecil on 19 June via Provogue/Artone. To celebrate, they’ve revealed the foot stompin’, roof raisin’ new single Hold My Lover Tight (Live).
Pre-order and stream the latest singles
HERE.
Situated at the heart of Copenhagen, the Hotel Cecil has been home to a Jazzhouse and a Playhouse, and originally served as a meeting place, lecture hall, and administrative hub for the women’s emancipation movement in Denmark when it was built in 1936. Set against an Art Deco backdrop, it perfectly suits the smooth, smoky blues of Denmark’s hardest-working band.
The show was recorded at their sold-out performance on 29 November 2025, one of the band’s final shows on their ‘House of Sticks’ winter tour, and saw the band fully flexing their sophisticated might.
“Hotel Cecil has a certain intimacy,” says Risager. “It’s big enough to have power, but still close enough that you can really feel the faces in front of you. That kind of room invites you to dig deeper — both musically and emotionally. There’s a history in places like that. You can feel that many stories have unfolded there.”
Reflecting on the night, he recalls, “I remember a great sense of anticipation backstage — that quiet buzz before you walk on stage. The room felt warm, very present. The audience was listening — really listening — and then when the groove hit, they were right there with us. That exchange of energy is everything.”
It’s easy to assume these road-worn veterans, exuding effortless cool, treat this as just another day at the office, but that’s not the case. “I still get that little spark before walking on stage,” he smiles. “And I hope I always will. If you stop caring, maybe you should stop playing. But it’s not fear anymore. It’s a focus. A readiness.”
He continues, “We always approach a live show with respect — for the music, for each other, and for the audience. It’s never just about playing the songs as they are on the record. It’s about creating a moment that only exists that night.”
That's what Risager and his band are: a conduit for these stories and these places with history, providing a connection for the audience in that specific moment. “I want people to feel lifted. Maybe they came in with a heavy day on their shoulders — I hope they leave lighter. Blues music can be soulful and deep, but it’s also about joy and release. If people walk away feeling connected, energised, maybe even a little transformed, then we’ve done our job.
In February, the band revealed the first taster from the album: the slow and smouldering Said I Was Hurt (Live). This song, along with Already Gone, Long Time Ago, House of Sticks, and Inner Light, is one of five tracks taken from last year’s latest studio album, House of Sticks.
There is always a certain anticipation when a new song is played live to the audience for the first time. “You can feel it in the room,” he explains. “There’s a certain silence when people are really listening — and then a reaction that’s genuine. Sometimes you see people mouthing the chorus by the second time around. That’s when you know something has landed. A special song doesn’t just entertain — it resonates.”
The set list is sprinkled with songs from throughout the band's bulging back catalogue Hold My Lover Tight (Live) is one of four taken from 2017's Change My Game and sees the band in full flight entertainer mode.
The eight-piece band adorned the high stage. The curtains are raised. As the lights are dimmed, the band's neon logo draws your attention. The drape-flanked room catapults you to another place and another time. That's where the Danish sensations draw you in.
Thorbjørn Risager (Vocals, Electric Guitar), Emil Balsgaard (Organ, Keys), Joachim Svensmark (Electric Guitar), Kasper Wagner (Baritone Sax), Hans Nybo (Tenor Sax), Peter W Kehl (Trumpet), Søren Bøjgaard (Bass), and Martin Seidelin (Drums, Percussion) - have won four Danish Music Awards (with seven nominations), the "Best Band" in the European Blues Awards and won the prestigious German Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik Jahrespreis - German Record Critics' Awards. They’ve sold over 100,000 physical albums and surpassed 32 million streams, all the while blazing a trail worldwide with more than 1.500 shows. They've opened for Bonnie Raitt, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, jammed with the legendary Buddy Guy and even picked up a fan in Elwood Blues himself - Dan Aykroyd! - who hailed their "Hot rhythm and blues."
Live At Cecil Hotel proves to be a special moment.” A sold-out show still sends a tingling sensation through a band. “It’s humbling. Truly. We’ve built this step by step over many years, often far from home. To see “Sold Out” means people have chosen to spend their evening with us. That’s not something I take lightly,” he says.
With the new album, Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado are bringing a little piece of themselves to their fans around the world. “Copenhagen means something special to us. It’s home. You know the streets; you know the energy of the city. And yes, there are often friends and family in the crowd. That adds another layer — you feel proud, but maybe also a little more vulnerable. But in the end, once the music starts, we’re all just part of the same experience.
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Tour Dates
Tickets are available HERE
Mar 12 – Jönköping Teater – Jönköping, Sweden
Mar 13 – Bollnäs Jazzklubb – Bollnäs, Sweden
Mar 14 – Katalin – Uppsala, Sweden
Mar 19 – Fabrik – Hamburg, Germany
Mar 20 – Club Volta – Cologne, Germany
Mar 21 – Jazzhaus – Freiburg, Germany
Mar 27 – Frimis Salonger – Örebro, Sweden
Mar 28 – Mejeriet – Lund, Sweden
Apr 2 – Curaçao International BlueSeas Festival – Willemstad, Curaçao
Apr 10 – Freja – Skövde, Sweden
Apr 11 – Söderport – Kalmar, Sweden
Apr 13 – Gladsaxe Jazzklub – Gladsaxe, Denmark (Duo concert)
Apr 17 – Havila Bluescruise Bergen–Tromsø – Norway (Duo concert)
Apr 23 – Musiktheater Piano – Dortmund, Germany
Apr 24 – Musiktheater Rex – Bensheim, Germany
Apr 25 – Music Hall – Worpswede, Germany
Apr 30 – Budenzauber – Kiel, Germany
May 2 – Motala Blues Festival – Motala, Sweden
May 7 – Tivoli Vredenburg – Utrecht, Netherlands
May 8 – Stadthalle – Schlüchtern, Germany
May 9 – Fahrzeugbau Meier – Altdorf-Ludersheim, Germany
May 30 – Tidaholm Blues Festival – Tidaholm, Sweden
Jun 12 – HsD Gewerkschaftshaus – Erfurt, Germany
Jun 13 – TBA – Germany
Jun 19 – Blues Garage Open Air (Release concert) – Hannover, Germany
Jun 20 – Bluesnacht Petershagen – Petershagen, Germany
Jun 25 – Riverboat Jazzfestival – Silkeborg, Denmark
Jul 4 – Laufen – Laufen, Switzerland
Jul 10 – JUKS Schenefeld – Schenefeld, Germany
Jul 11 – Blues, Roots & Song Festival – Schneverdingen, Germany
Jul 29 – Vallemaggia Magic Blues – Avegno, Switzerland
Aug 15 – Den Blå Festival – Aalborg, Denmark
Aug 16 – Gemsinghoved Festival – Struer, Denmark
Aug 21 – Flensburger Hofkultur – Flensburg, Germany
Sep 17 – BW Live – Haslev, Denmark
Sep 24 – Festhalle – Dudenhofen, Germany
Sep 25 – Kesselhaus – Berlin, Germany
Sep 26 – TBA – Germany
Oct 9 – TBA – Sweden
Oct 10 – Nalen – Stockholm, Sweden
Oct 15 – Color Line Cruise Oslo–Kiel – Norway
Oct 16 – Color Line Cruise Kiel–Oslo – Norway
Oct 17 – Oslo Bluesklub – Oslo, Norway
Oct 23 – Sønderborghus – Sønderborg, Denmark
Oct 24 – TBA – Denmark
Oct 29 – Het Bolwerk – Sneek, Netherlands
Oct 30 – Harmonie – Bonn, Germany
Oct 31 – Spirit of 66 – Verviers, Belgium
Nov 7 – Farum Jazzklub – Farum, Denmark
Nov 12 – Metropool – Hengelo, Netherlands
Nov 13 – TBA – Netherlands
Nov 14 – De Bosuil – Amersfoort, Netherlands
Nov 20 – Bygningen – Køge, Denmark
Nov 26 – TBA – Germany
Nov 27 – TBA – Germany
Nov 28 – Lehenbachhalle – Winterbach, Germany
Dec 5 – Amager Bio – Copenhagen, Denmark
Dec 11 – TBA – Sweden
Dec 12 – Pustervik – Gothenburg, Sweden
Track Listing
1. Already Gone
2. Long Time Ago
3. Said I Was Hurt
4. House Of Sticks
5. Insomnia Boogie
6. Long Forgotten Track
7. Sin City
8. Never Givin' In
9. Headed For The Stars
Rat Scabies & Chris Constantinou: 'Definition' single/video from OTM ‘2% Out of Sync’ – First Ever Vinyl Pressing.
ONE THOUSAND MOTELS
Rat Scabies and Chris Constantinou
‘2% Out of Sync’ – First Ever Vinyl Pressing
Limited Edition Trans Smoke Green Vinyl - with a golden twist....
Out 17 April 2026 on FOAD Musick
“Upbeat rock songs with a twist in the lyrical tail.. a high spirited, elaborated album.” – Vive Le Rock
“A match seemingly made in rock ’n’ roll heaven (or a punky purgatory).” – Midlands Rock
“Stunning.. the sonic textures here are layered perfectly and mix soul, blues, gospel and rock and roll.” – Get Ready to ROCK!Rat Scabies, the famed drummer and founding member of The Damned, and Chris Constantinou, bass player and vocalist who has worked with Adam Ant, Sinéad O’Connor, The Wolfmen and others, are releasing their debut album as One Thousand Motels on vinyl for the first time. ‘2% Out of Sync’, which received rave reviews on its original digital release, is now a limited pressing of 300 units on beautiful trans smoke green vinyl through FOAD Musick, with distribution through Cadiz Music and Plastic Head; digital distribution and sync representation handled by Cherry Red Records. The record is released on 17 April 2026.
And there’s a twist. Fifteen gold vinyl test pressings, signed by both Rat and Chris, have been randomly tucked into presale orders. You won’t know you’ve got one until you open it.
This is not the first time these two creative forces have united their musical powers. They were both heavily involved with the punk rock supergroup The Mutants, which featured members of UK Subs, The Specials, Vice Squad, The MC5 and Stiff Little Fingers. After recording three albums as The Mutants between 2014-2016, including sessions at Rancho De La Luna in Joshua Tree with members of The Dandy Warhols and Eagles of Death Metal, Rat and Chris stripped things back to just the two of them.
While in New York making another album, Rat and Chris found themselves with some downtime. Chris explained, “We had finished the album and the bars were shut. I had a bunch of demos lying around which were just waiting for the right collaborator.” As soon as he heard the tunes, Rat was onboard and instinctively got on with it, and within a few days they had the bones of the album that would become ‘2% Out of Sync’.
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“Chris writes from the heart and shares his ups and downs, which are often butt-clenchingly awkward,” Rat explained. “He writes about his loves, losses and good times, which often play out like a Jacques Brel movie (if there were such a thing).” Chris responded with a simple, “My songs are about my experiences, what else have I got to write about?”
They finished laying down the drum tracks in Glastonbury at Orchard Studios while Chris overdubbed in a shed in his back garden. “There were times,” whines Rat, “when we’d blown all our money and it felt like it was time to call it quits, but I’d listen to the rough mixes and felt it would be a dreadful waste not to finish this record – the tunes are just too good.”
The recordings were mixed by Nicholas De Carlo at his Mash Studios in Ramsgate, Kent. “We were totally over the moon with the way Nick De Carlo made us sound,” said Chris. “He brought an organic feel to the mixes and created a sound that is both proficient and natural and which crucially leaves my melodies alone.” “Yeah, for sure,” added Rat. “NDC gave it some bollocks.”
Five years on, the album is finally getting the physical release it deserves. The vinyl has been mastered from the original lacquer cut, and both Rat and Chris approved the test pressing together.
Their second album “Get In Where You Fit In” (2021, Universal Music) expanded the sound dramatically, bringing in vocalist Sean Wheeler alongside Hal Lindes (Dire Straits), the Memphis Horns, The Specials’ Horns and Preston Heyman (Kate Bush). A third album is currently in production with Brandon Eggleston (Dandy Warhols), with new singles and further vinyl releases to follow.
When asked about the choice of name for the project, Rat summed it up best: “We’re too old and battle worn to be making career moves, so we wanted a name that immediately summarised where we’ve come from, but not necessarily where we’re going.”
TRACKLIST
Side 1: Beautiful Losers / Definition / Gone / Rain / Kings X Guru
Side 2: Andy’s Wonder World / Kill Me If You Love Me / 2% Out / I Like Sex In The Suburbs / Gerry’s Ashes
06/03/2026
Canada's SAMMY VOLKOV returns with stunning psych-folk/chamber pop collection Songs From The Goodbye Garden.
SAMMY VOLKOV RELEASES STUNNING SONGS FROM THE GOODBYE GARDEN Second solo full-length from Edmonton artist is a powerful mix of psych-folk and chamber pop
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"The vocals that emanate from Sammy Volkov carry an air of melancholy. Roy Orbison, with a dash of Chris Isaak and a pinch of gospel-era Elvis Presley are the knee-jerk comparisons, as Volkov sings like a man out of time."
Chad Huculak, Edmonton Journal
TORONTO ON -- Today, Edmonton, Alberta-based singer/songwriter Sammy Volkov releases his second solo full-length album Songs From The Goodbye Garden, a brilliant 10-song collection that blends psych-folk, indie rock and chamber pop.
Produced with Renny Wilson of Faith Healer, the album features string arrangements by two-time Grammy nominee Drew Jurecka, along with an A-list crew of musicians. The end result is an esoteric palette of sonic colours intentionally designed much like concept albums of old, when vinyl was king and the listener would entrust 40 minutes to an unbroken listening experience (with one flip in the middle).
Sammy explains, “My life’s ambition has been to create an album that could stand alongside the records I studied as a kid. Not just literally on the shelf, but as a personality in my life—a voice that I could return to and come to trust. As a young, queer person on the Canadian prairies, I found the permission and comfort that I sorely craved in music. I went searching for songs, new and old, as a way to fill myself up and explore when I did not feel comfortable doing so with real, living people. I want to be that comfort for future generations of young people. I think with this new album, I’ve actually made something that will stand the test of time.”
Songs From The Goodbye Garden is the follow-up to Sammy’s 2022 debut album Be Alright!, which established his reputation by hitting #1 on the prestigious CKUA Top 30 in Canada. Two years later, Sammy’s collaboration with Dana Wylie, The Day Had To Come, was a classic country tour de force, landing on Bandcamp’s Best Country Albums year-end list.
Now, Songs From The Goodbye Garden raises his songwriting to a new level, balancing bittersweet nostalgia and melancholy with upward momentum and drive. From the aching strings on “The Way You Smile” to the sunshine blast of a Northern Soul trumpet on “Over The Hardest Part,” it’s as if Jackie Wilson and Townes Van Zandt had found themselves in the studio together and somehow made it work.
There is no other way to state it; Sammy Volkov is an artist unlike any other. In one respect, he is a throwback to a time when pop music was made by skilled craftspeople that knew how to conjure magic through the right combination of musicians, melody and lyrics. In another respect, the purity of his voice and the range of emotion it is able to convey is enough to transfix any audience.
SAMMY VOLKOV Live:
Mar 7 (Sat) :: Vulcan AB :: Nine In Line
Mar 12 (Thurs) :: Calgary AB :: The King Eddy
Mar 14 (Sat) :: Barrie ON :: On The Mark (w/ Sam The Living)
Mar 17 (Tues) :: Toronto ON :: Burdock Music Hall (w/ Sam The Living)
Mar 19 (Thurs) :: Vancouver BC :: The Heatley
Apr 15 (Wed) :: Winnipeg MB :: Times Change(d)
Apr 23 (Thurs) :: Memphis TN :: Bar DKDC
Apr 26 (Sun) :: Nashville TN :: Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge
May 1 (Fri) :: Vancouver BC :: The WISE Hall
May 2 (Sat) :: Vancouver BC :: Concerts at Cliff's
May 3 (Sun) :: Halfmoon Bay BC :: Studio Space
01 A Matter Of Time
02 Marjorie
03 Marianne
04 It’s Not Your Fault
05 The Way You Smile
06 Strangest Thing
07 In A Little While
08 Over The Hardest Part
09 Blue
10 Halloween Is Over
CALEB TOMLINSON finds harmony in northern isolation on latest six-song EP Solstice.
CALEB TOMLINSON MAKES AN INDELIBLE IMPRESSION WITH DEBUT EP SOLSTICE
Yukon-based alt-country artist emerges as a powerful new voice from northern Canada
LISTEN TO + SHARE "WHAT NOW"
TORONTO ON -- Whether it’s the isolation or the natural environment, there’s something distinct about Yukon singer/songwriters. Caleb Tomlinson, based in Whitehorse, is a prime example. His music shines with an intimacy and simplicity that on the surface seems disconnected from the modern world, although its effect is an immediate connection to a listener’s soul.
Tomlinson’s latest six-song collection, Solstice, is a pure expression of his gifts, which draw inspiration from the timeless work of Leonard Cohen and Kris Kristofferson, as well as Jason Molina and John K Samson. Although the EP appeared on streaming services in 2024 with little fanfare, Tomlinson is giving Solstice a proper release today in response to his expanding touring schedule that included a January/February jaunt to the UK and Ireland. In any case, Solstice captures a moment that deserves to be shared, no matter when it occurred.
Solstice is available from Bandcamp and all streaming services
Tomlinson explains, “I worked with Kelvin Smoler at his Whitehorse studio, and it was one of his first singer/songwriter-type projects. It started out with just my acoustic guitar, although we had the idea of bringing in some other Whitehorse musicians I knew, but had only played with casually before. That turned into 12 musicians contributing to the sessions, and a handful of those joining my live band, The Perseids.”
Those results place listeners squarely in the midst of the recording sessions, with Tomlinson’s shimmering guitar and rough-hewn voice complemented by unobtrusive strings, horns, percussion and backing vocals. There’s a haunting quality to all aspects of the sound, and it’s not surprising that the first song laid down was “Ghosts,” one of Tomlinson’s country-flavoured songs, along with “What Now,” an homage to George Jones.
“That song came directly after a three-day canoe trip, during which my new girlfriend and I broke up halfway through,” Tomlinson says. “We had to keep being cordial and talk about the usual stuff despite both of us realizing the relationship was over. There was a highway crossing early in the third day and we got my friend to pick us up to avoid another day on the river. But things are good now; she’s a great person and we’re still friends.”
Indeed, most of the songs on Solstice deal with the inherent complexities of relationships, while at the same time evoking memories many of us have of unrequited love on summer nights. Of course, that’s something residents of northern Canada experience differently as well, and the songs “Walls” and “Southern Solstice” express those feelings brilliantly.
Caleb Tomlinson’s Solstice is the type of record that takes hold after two or three listens, and continues to unravel more mysteries after that. As he prepares new material, these six songs serve as a vital introduction to a powerful new voice on the global singer/songwriter scene.
01 Homesteader
02 Southern Solstice
03 Walls
04 What Now
05 Ghosts
06 Caroline
NYC's Nevaris presents 'SoundSession' EP, co-written with Bill Laswell.
Watch performances for ‘Remedy’ & 'Ninth Sun', filmed at Laswell's studio.
FOR FANS OF: Bill Laswell, Lee Perry, Material, Method of Defiance, DJ Krush, DJ Logic, Will Bernard, Scientist, Carlos Santana, Hieroglyphics Ensemble, Sly and Robbie
FOR SHARING
'SoundSession' EP order https://nevaris.bandcamp.com/album/soundsession
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7v3fX2yK24jpCaMktBQUbY
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nevaris/1556468200
'Remedy - Live' https://youtu.be/v5Z_4wfuGFA
Bandcamp https://nevaris.bandcamp.com/track/remedy-live-3
'Ninth Sun' - Live https://youtu.be/XnkGrNqOB4o
Bandcamp https://nevaris.bandcamp.com/track/ninth-sun-live
"Grooves and moves, ambience and addiction, brass and bass, analogue and digital, the old and the new, the timeless and the forward-thinking all subsumed into a dub sound" ~ Big Takeover Magazine
"An immersive and atmospheric experience within the realm of dub music... a sonic landscape where every element has its place and purpose" ~ Skylight Webzine
"Evokes the imagination into eager action, sultry intimations echoed in the music’s warmly fragrant enterprise and inspiriting breath" ~ Ringmaster Review
”Love this! They've made a work of supreme creativity” ~ Carlos Santana (on 'Reverberations' album)
Manhattan-based percussionist, composer and multimedia artist Nevaris presents his 'SoundSession' EP, released via Nolej Records. Co-written with legendary bassist-producer Bill Laswell, who was unable to participate due to health reasons, the four-track collection was recorded live at Laswell’s professional recording space, Orange Sound in West Orange, New Jersey.
The session captures nine musicians performing together in real time, without overdubs or edits, preserving the full depth and spontaneity of the moment. Originally conceived as a virtual performance, 'SoundSession' evolved into something more immediate and organic. Multiple cameras documented the ensemble's studio performance, the focus remaining fully on the music and shared energy in the room.
The EP features four tracks, including two fan favorites ('Ninth Sun-Live' and 'Remedy - Live') and two never-before-released tracks ('Document' and 'Dub Orchestra'). Across its runtime, SoundSession blends Afro-Latin rhythms, deep dub architecture, jazz improvisation, cinematic soundscapes and turntablism into an expansive, immersive listening experience. The Big Takeover Magazine described Nevaris’ sound as “the timeless and the forward-thinking all subsumed into a dub sound.”
This is the fourth collaboration between Agustín Nevaris, Bill Laswell, and this particular lineup of musicians, including DJ Logic, Jonathan Maron, Angel Rodriguez, Will Bernard, Peter Apfelbaum, Jojo Kuo, Lockatron and Matt Dickey. Laswell’s original basslines form a central foundation of the EP and are performed in this session by Jonathan Maron, bringing depth and clarity to the compositions.
“SoundSession is about playing together live without being stressed by ticket sales or venues... Bill Laswell’s studio has always been an inspiring place with so much history. From the first notes, we could tell there was something good happening. The recording documents it exactly as it was," says Nevaris.
Recorded and mixed by James Dellatacoma and mastered by Michael Fossenkember at Turtletone Studios, this recording features interpretations of music previously written by Nevaris and Bill Laswell, including specific basslines that were written by Laswell, which bassist Jonathan Maron learned and performed when Bill was unable to participate in the recording for health reasons.
As an artist, Agustín Nevaris is a visual and multimedia artist with a vast array of creative projects across mediums.. Of European and Mexican descent with multi-generational roots in NYC and LA, Nevaris also performs under the name Loud Apartment with an evolving lineup of musicians, most notably Bernie Worrell of P-Funk and Talking Heads. He also co-founded Nolej Records, Nolej Studios and the Uncomun Festival.
The EP follows Nevaris’ 2023 debut 'Reverberations', released in 2023 via Bill Laswell's label M.O.D. Reloaded, and praised by Carlos Santana as “a work of supreme creativity”. With SoundSession, Nevaris continues to explore the intersection of dub, funk, Afro-Latin expression and improvisational freedom—grounded in live performance and collective musical dialogue.
The 'SoundSession' EP is out now via Bandcamp. As of March 12, it is available on all major digital platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify. Already in the works is a second studio album involving some truly exciting special guests, to be released later in 2026.
TRACK LIST
1 Ninth Sun - Live
2 Remedy - Live
3 Document
4 Dub Orchestra
CREDITS
Written by Agustín Nevaris, Bill Lasswell, DJ Logic, Peter Apfelbaum, Jojo Kuo, Will Bernard, Lockatron, Angel Rodriguez, Jonathan Maron & Matt Dickey
Agustín Nevaris - timbales, bongos, Hammond Organ
Angel Rodriguez - bata drums, shekere, congas, darbuka
Jojo Kuo - bata drums, shekere, misc. percussion
DJ Logic - turntables
Peter Apfelbaum - sax, flute, melodica, reed organ
Will Bernard - guitar
Lockatron - drumset
Matt Dickey - guitar
Jonathan Maron - bass
Produced by Agustín Nevaris
Recorded at Orange Sound in West Orange, New Jersey
Recorded & mixed by James Dellatacoma
Mastering by Michael Fossenkember at Turtletone Studios
Artwork by Realize
Artist photos by Michael Black
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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05/03/2026
Kimon Kirk & Robbie Fulks Chronicle the Story of a Desperate Man With "Dashboard Hula Doll".
LOS ANGELES, CA - Kimon Kirk & Robbie Fulks are excited to announce the release of “Dashboard Hula Doll” off Kirk’s forthcoming solo effort, Bikini Jardine, due Summer 2026. The accompanying video has been premiered by Magnet, check it out here.
“Dashboard Hula Doll” chronicles the story of a desperate man on the verge of losing everything – everything except his guiding light, the grass-skirted hula doll perched atop the dash of his family car. The story unfolds over the song’s two careening minutes and humorously evokes the downward spiral of a hapless husband “half-a-way to Denver on a three day bender,” to quote one of its lyrics. “Dashboard Hula Doll” pays tribute in spirit to one of Kirk and Fulks’s musical heroes, beloved NRBQ guitarist Big Al Anderson, whose tongue-in-cheek compositions and ferocious guitar playing clearly informed the mood of the recording.
“Dashboard Hula Doll,” written with the pioneering alt-country artist Robbie Fulks, includes a video filmed in the Southern California desert. Recorded in one live session at LA’s Sunset Sound, “Dashboard Hula Doll” features Kirk on vocals and electric guitar, Fulks on vocals and acoustic guitar, Duke Levine (Bonnie Raitt) on lead guitar, and the powerhouse rhythm section of Paul Bryan (Aimee Mann) on bass and Jay Bellerose (Robert Plant and Alison Krauss) on drums.
Kimon’s full-length double LP, Bikini Jardine, slated for Summer 2026, represents one of his most ambitious projects to date. The title is a playful mash-up of the all-female punk band Bikini Kill and Beach Boys guitarist Al Jardine. The record includes songs co-written with Aimee Mann and David Champagne, features guest vocal appearances by Mann and Gaby Moreno, and boasts the aforementioned standout co-write with Robbie Fulks on “Dashboard Hula Doll.”
Bikini Jardine showcases contributions from collaborators such as NRBQ keyboardist Terry Adams and guitarist Will Graefe and harmonica from Session Americana’s Jim Fitting. Bikini Jardine features Kirk’s two all-star backing bands: one based in LA, the other in Boston. Guitarist Michael Eisenstein (Letters to Cleo), keyboardist Jebin Bruni (Meshell Ndegeocello), bassist Paul Bryan (Aimee Mann) and drummer Sebastian Aymanns (Gaby Moreno) comprise the LA quartet, while guitarist Lyle Brewer, keyboardist Jamie Edwards, bassist Jim Haggerty, and drummer John Sands, all Boston heavyweights, anchor the east coast band.
The sprawling 15-song set has yielded some of Kirk’s most introspective acoustic work alongside his heaviest, most electrified tracks, with much of the band’s performances captured live in the studio. Tracks draw inspiration from locales near where they were written — from East LA streets to a historic barn in Massachusetts and an apartment on Lake Como — and the forthcoming album nods to influences ranging from The Beach Boys Friends, The Beatles and Rolling Stones double albums, Stevie Wonder’s Music of My Mind, and XTC’s Apple Venus, resulting in a record that sits at the crossroads of thoughtful songwriting, raw energy and musical immediacy.
"Dashboard Hula Doll"
Kimon Kirk and Robbie Fulks
She took the family, left me the Camry
And a ticket to a mid-life stall
Only one thing ahead of me now
And that’s a dashboard hula doll
Made of a shiny plastic, hips a little spastic
Stands about four inches tall
Every little bump makes my temperature jump
With a dashboard hula doll
Shake, shake, shake,
Shaking like a grass skirt hipshake
Shake up my body till I just can’t take it at all
No one can top her, Smokey couldn’t stop her
She’s a sight for sore eyeballs
It’s a Cannonball Run of miserable fun
With a dashboard hula doll
Down in Oklahoma, sunk into a coma in a backwoods hole in the wall
Who leads me straight to the Super 8
It’s my dashboard hula doll
Half-a-way to Denver on a three-day bender
Now we’re fighting through a rush hour crawl
My temper explodes, out the window she goes
Bye bye, hula doll
Shake, shake, shake,
Shaking like drunk fool’s handshake
Shake up my body till I just can’t take it at all
Sitting in the Camry
Calling up my family
Threatening to end it all
If we can’t be together you’re gonna find me deader
Than a dashboard hula doll
Bywater Call release "How Long" single and music video.
BYWATER CALL
NEW SINGLE – “HOW LONG”
RELEASED WEDNESDAY 4 MARCH 2026
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO
“One of My Favourite Bands. Meghan Parnell does a hell of a job.
Put them in your playlist... embrace it. Get their name out there.”
– Joe Bonamassa, SiriusXM
“All soulful restraint, light-touch organ and warm Nashville-ready guitar
strains with beautifully from-the-heart vocals. A class act in action and
must-listen for anyone seeking quality rootsy rock and soul.”
– Classic Rock Magazine
“Meghan Parnell soothes the soul with her one-of-a-kind, silky voice. How can you resist those horns, the guitar, and the outstanding musicians of Bywater Call? You can’t. Listen up! – Rock and Blues Muse
On Wednesday, March 4th, Canadian Roots, Rock, and Soul band Bywater Call release of their second studio single of 2026, “How Long”, from their forthcoming fourth studio album, set to come out July 2026 with more details to come soon.
The single is available on all streaming platforms via – https://linktr.ee/bywatercall
Watch the official “How Long” music video on YouTube HERE.
“How Long” is slow burn, contemporary soul and R&B inspired song, influenced by the likes of Black Pumas, Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes) and Amy Winehouse. Lush and deep, with soaring horns, lead synths, raw, exciting vocals and a hypnotic guitar feature, the song is indicative of the band’s mission to meld old and new sounds and influences, while continuing to carve out a lane of their own.
On “How Long,” Bywater Call evolves and embarks on a experimental journey, while delivering the familiar emotion and musical drive that followers of the band have come to love. Initially restrained and haunting, the song flowers into an intense catharsis.
“How Long is a raw and introspective song that wrestles with guilt, fragility, and the fear of becoming the very thing you never wanted to be,” says lead singer Meghan Parnell. “Lyrically and melodically, we tried to convey the vulnerability and self-reflection of someone living in the fragile space between remorse and repetition.”
The song was recorded at Palace Studios in Toronto, captured and mixed by Patric McGroarty, and mastered by Kristian Montano of Montano Mastering.
“An astonishing display of joy, energy, and camaraderie. Bywater
Call are one of the most exciting bands of the moment.”
– Bluestown Music
“Some of the most heart-lifting and utterly exciting music
I’ve heard in ages.” – Music News
“This band is heading for much bigger stages.”
– Blues Matters
Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members.
In early 2026 Bywater Call were officially nominated for the UK Blues Award for “International Act of the Year,” having been previously nominated in 2025 and 2024.
In their August 2024 issue, Classic Rock made Bywater Call’s 2024 album Shepherd their “Blues Album of the Month” and said it was “an inventive and uncommonly catchy record,” and added, “the sense of a band on the brink is unmistakable.” The album won “Top Blues Album of the Year” in the magazine’s year-end round-up.
The band will be on tour throughout Europe, the USA and Canada in 2026.
2026 TOUR DATES
**More dates to be announced. More info: www.bywatercall.com
CANADA and USA
Feb 26 | Burlington, ON | Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Mar 5 | Aurora, IL | The Venue
Mar 6 | Terre Haute, IN | Terre Haute Brewing Co
Mar 7 | Evansville, IN | Mojo’s
Mar 8 | Franklin, TN | Franklin Theatre *supporting Robert Jon & the Wreck
Mar 10 | Chattanooga, TN | The Listening Room
Mar 11 | Charlotte, NC | Middle C
Mar 13 | Greenville, SC | Poe Mill Music
Mar 14 | Atlanta. GA | Smith’s Old Bar
Mar 17 | St Augustine, FL | Café 11
Mar 18 | Cocoa Beach, FL | Heidi’s
Mar 19 | Ft Myers, FL | Buckingham Blues Bar
Mar 20 | Safety Harbor, FL | SHAMc
Mar 21 | Boca Raton, FL | Funky Biscuit
Mar 22 | Orlando, FL | Judson’s Live
Mar 25-29 | Miami, FL | Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea
Apr 1 | Raleigh, NC | Pour House
Apr 2 | Hagerstown, MD | Live at Hub City Vinyl
Apr 3 | Tuckerton, NJ | Lizzie Rose Music Room
Apr 4 | New York, NY | Iridium
Apr 23| Syracuse, NY | 443 Club at the Hosmer Auditorium
Apr 24 | Plattsburgh, NY | Retro Live
Apr 25 | Drummondville. QC | Maison des arts Desjardins Drummondville
EUROPE
14-May | Dudenhofen Germany | Kulturverein Dudenhofen
15-May | Rimsting Germany | Feuerwehrhaus
16-May | Affalter Germany | Zur Linde
17-May | Regensburg Germany | VAZ Pfarrheim
19-May | Norderstedt Germany | Music Star
20-May | Bremen Germany | Meisenfrei
21-May | Werchter Belgium | Blue Rooster
22-May | Weert Netherlands | De Bosuil
23-May | Unna Germany | Lindenbrauerei
24-May | Raalte Netherlands | Ribs & Blues Festival
27-May | Verviers Belgium | Spirit of 66
28-May | Krefeld Germany | Kulturrampe
29-May | Haarlem Netherlands | Patronaat
30-May | Tilburg Netherlands | Heyhoef
31-May | Aalten Netherlands| LSA Music
2-Jun | Arnstadt Germany | Kulisse
3-Jun | Aschaffenburg Germany| Colos-Saal
4-Jun | Köln Germany | Die Kantine / Freideck
5-Jun | Luxemburg Luxemburg | Blues Club
6-Jun | Riotord France | Climax Club Legend
7-Jun | Le Thor France | Sonograf
9-Jun | Chambery France | Brin de Zinc
13-Jun | Penmarch France | God Save The Kouign Festival
16-Jun | Tenerife Grand Canaria | Teatro Leal
17-Jun | Las Palmas Grand Canaria | Teatro Guiniguada
ABOUT BYWATER CALL
Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members. A powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul, roots rock outfit from Toronto, Canada; the band is comprised of Meghan Parnell (vocals), Dave Barnes (guitar), Bruce McCarthy (drums), Mike Meusel (bass), newest member, Andrew Moljgun (keys), Stephen Dyte (trumpet), and Julian Nalli (tenor sax).
Bywater Call was nominated for the “2025 UK Blues Award” for “International Blues Artist of the Year” for the second consecutive year, alongside artists including Beth Hart and Walter Trout. The band has also received multiple Independent “Blues and Canadian Maple Blues Award” nominations including “Entertainer,” “Electric Act,” and “Best Female Vocalist” at the 2024 Awards Season.
In March, Bywater Call played their second Joe Bonamassa “Keeping the Blues Alive” cruise, featuring headliners Big Head Todd and the Monsters and Larkin Poe. In 2025, they play the Netherland’s BOSPOP Festival alongside the likes of the Black Keys, Warren Haynes Band, Marcus King, and Blackberry Smoke.
The band has opened for Canadian award-winning musicians Whitehorse and Tom Cochrane, and singer Meghan has joined renowned pedal-steel guitarist Robert Randolph on stage at his request.
Their newest studio album Shepherd was selected as the Blues Album of the Year by UK’s Classic Rock Magazine. Band leaders Meghan Parnell and Dave Barnes were featured on the cover of Blues in Britain in January of 2025. Their 2025 live album Sunshine was released in August 2025 to rave reviews.
In 2024 alone, the band played 140 shows across 10 countries. Bywater Call’s music is an exploration of life’s highs and lows. From intimate ballads that lay bare the complexities of human emotion to electrifying anthems that demand to be played at full volume, their catalogue is a journey through human experience, featuring influences from the likes of The Band, The Wood Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Otis Redding, Little Feat, Sly and the Family Stone, and many more.
Bywater Call
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04/03/2026
Jared James Nichols releases new single 'Killing Time'.
JARED JAMES NICHOLS
Shares New Single ‘Killing Time’
+ Official Video — Watch HERE
New Album Louder Than Fate
Out June 5th via Frontiers Music Srl
Pre-Order HERE
Album Release Party
June 6th, The Lexington - London
Jared James Nichols is pleased to share his new single, ‘Killing Time’, the third track taken from his upcoming fourth studio album, Louder Than Fate, due out on June 5, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The single arrives alongside an official video, available below.
Raw, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in the lineage of blues-driven hard rock, ‘Killing Time’ captures Nichols at the peak of his creative confidence, channelling grit, groove, and soul with relentless intensity while setting the tone for what promises to be his most powerful and fully realised album to date. The song was written & recorded in Nashville with Roger Alan Nichols (Larkin Poe, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown, Hayley Williams) producing. The video for 'Killing Time' was shot in the basement of Halestorm Manor (Lzzy & Joe from Halestorm's house).
Nichols comments on the new track, "‘Killing Time’ is not being able to cut the loss of a relationship when you know you have to move on. It’s about walking a lonely path while hanging onto hope, even when all is lost. Every stripped-down chord echoes the regret of moments thrown away and words left unsaid. Writing this song was a personal reminder that it is OK to close chapters and move on to new beginnings."
Coming out June 5th via Frontiers Music Srl, Louder Than Fate is Nichols’ fourth album and really shines a light on his songwriting skills. “What’s cool with this record is this is the first time I ever took my time as a songwriter and we did not rush any aspect of it, working with people who have their eye on the prize of the song,” Nichols says. “It’s a totally different vibe.
Perhaps not coincidentally, since several songs were recorded at the Foo Fighters’ Studio 606 in Los Angeles, Nichols went for more of a classic guitar rock feel, intertwined with jagged, evergreen choruses. “Every record has another shade, it’s been like cutting a little deeper into the fruit,” Nichols adds. “It’s like I know there’s more down there and I’m just trying to reach for it.”
Produced and mixed by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Stone Sour, Amon Amarth, Skindred,
and Steel Panther) with additional production by Roger Alan Nichols (Larkin Poe, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown and Hayley Williams of Paramore), Louder Than Fate is filled with razor sharp riffs whilst seamlessly balancing muscle and melody, combining his guitar playing prowess with emotionally charged vocals. The songs move effortlessly between hard-hitting rock anthems and more reflective, dynamic Tracks like 'Bending or Breaking' and 'Killing Time' expand the sonic palette with subtle keyboards and cinematic string arrangements, adding depth without ever sacrificing power.
Since his breakout debut, Jared James Nichols has built a reputation as one of the most electrifying guitarists and performers of his generation. Known for his unmistakable tone, fearless playing style, and commanding stage presence, he has toured extensively across the US and Europe, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in rock and earning praise from fans and critics alike.
Nichols comments on Louder Than Fate, “I’m beyond excited for this record. I’ve been counting down the days until its release like it’s a personal holiday. If the singles are any hint for you, there are plenty of riffs ripping through the speakers like a buzz saw. But going deeper into the record, there are tons of different emotions and sounds that I have yet to explore as a singer/songwriter. I am personally thrilled to share different shades of myself on this record, giving so much more depth and insight to the listener. Get ready for Louder than Fate."
Now a decade into a career that’s taken him millions of miles around the planet and made him a peer and jamming buddy of guitar gods like Zakk Wylde, Slash and Joe Perry, Nichols is one of only a select few artists to represent Gibson Guitars as a global ambassador.
Louder Than Fate is not just an album — it’s a declaration. A record that speaks to resilience, conviction, and the unstoppable force of an artist who plays every note as if it truly matters. Loud, honest, and deeply human, this is Jared James Nichols at his absolute best.
'Louder Than Fate' Track List:
1. Let’s Go
2. Ghost
3. Way Back
4. Bending Or Breaking
5. Killing Time *
6. Dust N’ Bones
7. Show Me *
8. Looks Like That Felt Good *
9. Runnin’ Hot
10. Pretend
Killing Time (acoustic version) Bonus Track Japan
The Death Of Love (bonus track Digital)
Produced & Mixed by Jay Ruston
Except * Produced & Mixed by Roger Alan Nichols
About Frontiers Music Srl:
Founded in 1996 by Serafino Perugino in Napoli, Italy, Frontiers initially specialized in the distribution of indie Rock labels across the Italian market. The company, however, soon evolved into a leading global rock label, working with such important artists as Skunk Anansie, Van Zant, Def Leppard, Journey, Don Felder, Yes, Mr Big, Biohazard, Whitesnake, and ELO, while also signing and developing tomorrow’s artists.
Today, the expanded Frontiers Label Group owns and operates the imprints Frontiers Music Srl (Mainstream and Classic Rock), FLG Records (Alternative Music), and BLKIIBLK Records (Metal and Hard Rock) with global digital and physical distribution via The Orchard (Sony Music).
The company is headquartered in Italy with additional executive staff in London, NY, Boston, Raleigh, and Nashville. Serling Rooks Hunter McKoy Worob and Averill LLP provides legal representation in the US, with international legal representation under the direction of Dario De Cicco.
Ringo Starr announces Long Long Road, his second album with T Bone Burnett. Shares new song.
RINGO STARR ANNOUNCES LONG LONG ROAD, HIS SECOND ALBUM WITH T BONE BURNETT
TO BE RELEASED APRIL 24, 2026 (UMe)
First single + Visualizer, ‘It’s Been Too Long’, featuring Sarah Jarosz and Molly Tuttle is available now
This second collaboration follows the success of the chart-topping Country album Look Up released in January 2025
March 3, 2026, London – Ringo Starr releases ‘It’s Been Too Long’, featuring the lush vocals of Molly Tuttle and Sarah Jarosz, out today. This is the first single from his forthcoming album Long Long Road (released April 24), co-written and produced by T Bone Burnett, the 10-song album also includes collaborations with Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow and St Vincent and is the highly anticipated follow-up to last year’s chart topping Look Up.
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“I’m blessed to have T Bone in my life right now and working with me on these records,” Ringo stated. “After we did the last record, which I love listening to, this one just sort of happened. I like to say sometimes I make the right moves, like you can go left or right at any point, and one of the right moves was hooking up with T Bone for Look Up, and now for this one, which I’m calling Long Long Road, because I’ve been on a long long road.”
As the title implies, and like Ringo’s own journey, Long Long Road has solid roots in Country and Americana, and evolved into something broader, creating an aural mosaic of Starr’s musical legacy and influences, including Carl Perkins. “I recorded two Carl Perkins songs with The Beatles, and both T Bone and I wanted one on this record,” Ringo explained, “and he found this beautiful track I’d never heard before, ‘I Don’t See Me In Your Eyes Anymore’.”
Recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles, this record sees the return of many of the Look Up musicians including the core band (that T Bone affectionately dubs The Texans after the 1959 band Ringo played with in Liverpool) featuring Paul Franklin, David Mansfield, Dennis Crouch, Daniel Tashian, Rory Hoffman, Patrick Warren and Colin Linden.
“I've loved Ringo’s playing and his singing for my whole life,” T Bone stated. “And then one night we were at a poetry reading together and he said, why don't you write a song for me? So I wrote him a Gene Autry type song because I always heard Ringo as a Texas artist, the way he played felt just like Texas music to me. Ringo Starr is a recording artist of the highest caliber, and I wanted to surround him with these young masters, bringing in some of this extraordinary young energy that's happening around Nashville for both of these records.”
Their first collaboration, Look Up, released January 10, 2025, brought overwhelming success and acclaim. It was Ringo’s first Country record in 50 years, and it earned him his first Top 10 on Billboard’s all genre Top Album Sales chart, as well as landing him on multiple other Billboard Charts. In the UK, the album reached a significant career milestone garnering him his first solo #1 album on the Official Country Chart. In February 2025 Starr made his Grand Ole Opry debut after being invited by Emmylou Harris during the first of his two-night run at the legendary Ryman, which was recorded for a 2-hour special still streaming on CBS/Paramount Plus.
Here are the 10-songs, 6 written or co-written by T Bone Burnett, two co-written by Ringo and Bruce Sugar, one written by Ringo Starr, Mark Hudson, and Gary Burr and one by Bernie Benjamin and George David Weiss and recorded by Carl Perkins:
SIDE ONE
1. RETURNING WITHOUT TEARS
2. BABY DON’T GO
3. I DON’T SEE ME IN YOUR EYES ANYMORE
4. IT’S BEEN TOO LONG
5. WHY
SIDE TWO
1. YOU AND I (WAVE OF LOVE)
2. MY BABY DON’T WANT NOTHING
3. CHOOSE LOVE
4. SHE’S GONE
5. LONG LONG ROAD
The album was produced by T Bone Burnett and co-produced by Daniel Tashian and Bruce Sugar and will be released on UMe.