New Music Releases and Summer Tour Updates: From Stumbleine and Awfultune to Southtowne Lanes
New Music Releases is a column that keeps abreast of all the news from the music industry that often flies under the radar. Keep up-to-date with the underground and independent scene and find your next favorite band or singer-songwriter right here.
Avenged Sevenfold releases video for 'Cosmic'
Multi-platinum headliners Avenged Sevenfold (comprising M Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance, Brooks Wackerman, and Johnny Christ) have debuted a new music video for 'Cosmic', directed by Chris Hopewell (Radiohead, Run The Jewels). Following a grim reaper’s travels on a psychedelic journey, the seven-and-a-half minute song features the 78-piece San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra and is taken from their latest album ‘Life Is But A Dream…’.
Avenged Sevenfold is currently on their Life Is But A Dream… tour in the USA, with support from Poppy and Sullivan King. They will be headlining Download Festival on June 16 alongside other European festival headline slots.
'LIFE IS BUT A DREAM...' 2024 TOUR DATES:
Mar 19 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Mar 21 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
Mar 23 – Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena
Mar 25 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena
Mar 26 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Mar 28 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson Boling Arena
Mar 29 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena
Mar 31 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center
May 25 – Jakarta, Indonesia – Madya Stadium
June 5 – Hamburg, Germany – Barclays Arena
June 7 – Nurburg, Germany – Rock am Ring
June 9 – Nurnberg, Germany – Rock im Park
June 11 – Basel, Switzerland – St. Jakobshalle
June 13 – Firenze, Italy – Firenze Rocks
June 14 – Nickelsdorf, Austria – Nova Rock
June 16 – Derby, UK – Download Festival
June 19 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Copenhell Festival
June 21 – Dortmund, Germany - Westfalenhallen
June 22 – Dessel, Belgium – Graspop Festival
June 24 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
June 26 – Viveiro, Spain – Resurrection Festival
June 27 – Clisson, France – Hellfest
June 30 – Lisbon, Portugal – Evil Live Festival
Ambient icon Stumbleine announces 8th album
Ambient music legend Stumbleine has announced his 8th album ‘Deleted Scene’ for release June 14 via Monotreme Records. The first single from the album ‘I Can Stop Anytime I Like’ is out March 21.
'Stumbleine’ is the alias of Peter Cooper. With roots in the UK post rock scene, the reclusive producer began blending slow dream-like pop with fractured lo-fi beats as Stumbleine in 2012. According to Peter, “'Deleted Scene' refers to the memories that play over and over inside your own head, replaying hazy copies of hazy copies that evolve into a bittersweet fever dream. Everybody has their own unique collection of deleted scenes slowly distorting and fading away.”
Lizz Wright's new album 'Shadow' cements her place in the vocal pantheon
Acclaimed vocalist Lizz Wright's studio debut on her label Blues & Greens Records, the forthcoming album, 'Shadow', solidifies Wright as one of the great modern American singers.
On 'Shadow' Wright pens five originals including 'Root of Mercy', 'Circling', 'This Way', 'Sparrow' -- which features Angelique Kidjo -- and 'Your Love' with Meshell Ndegeocello. She showcases along with her own works singular renditions of songs by Cole Porter, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Sandy Denny, Candi Staton, Toshi Reagon, and Caitlin Canty.
Lizz Wright North American Spring 2024 Tour Dates
April 5 - 7, 2024 -- Brennan's Bar & The Carlyle Room -- Washington, DC
April 10, 2024 -- City Winery -- Philadelphia, PA
April 11, 2024 -- Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club -- Portsmouth, NH
April 12, 2024 -- City Winery -- Boston, MA
April 14, 2024 -- City Winery -- New York City
April 27, 2024 -- Koerner Hall -- Toronto, ON
April 28, 2024 -- Space -- Evanston, IL
Faulty Cognitions drops single ahead of debut album 'Somehow, Here We Are'
Faulty Cognitions has announced their debut album, 'Somehow, Here We Are' (out April 12 on Cercle Social), and now they are back with a new single -- 'Crisis of Faith' -- from the upcoming LP.
Faulty Cognitions formed following Chris Mason’s relocation from Portland, OR, as he hooked up with bassist and long-term buddy Yole Centeno (Nocturnal Prose, Sacred Games). Having racked up a CV including Shang-A-Lang and Low Culture, Mason was keen to get things up and running with a new band as soon as possible. Guitarist Nick Obregon (also of Nocturnal Prose, Eastern Condors) and Mike Nira were soon added to the lineup, and one swiftly recorded demo later, the newly cemented foursome began work on what would become ‘Somehow, Here We Are’, their debut album.
Mason originally had visions of shooting for the middle ground between the perfect jangle of early R.E.M. and the roughshod Dunedin sound of The Clean and The Bats. The end result is something totally different.
Atomic Life releases second single 'Incense & Aries'
Atomic Life's second single 'Incense and Aries' is out now and follows last month's release of the lead single 'Hit Me First'. The 'supergroup' is made up of pillars of the New York hardcore world: Drummer Billy Rymer (The Dillinger Escape Plan, Ho9909, Thoughtcrimes), Cody Hosza (Glassjaw) on guitar, and Michael Sadis (NK) on bass. Joining them is Adea Frances; a fresh talent and multi-disciplined performance artist who compliments Atomic Life's high-energy songs with her powerful vocals and haunting lyrics.
Frances says: “'Incense & Aries' is a foreboding shadow and chilling reminder to tread carefully amidst the beauty of this world. Within enchanting facades lie lurking thorns eager to draw blood, fires ready to consume, and the ever-present threat of losing oneself in the relentless march of time.”
Lacy J Dalton's decade-spanning career gets anthology release with 'Listen to the Wind'
'Listen to the Wind', a 10-song anthology of recordings by singer-songwriter and outlaw original Lacy J Dalton, is now available for streaming. The collection features songs throughout Dalton’s career, including her 1982 hit '16th Avenue' and a brand new track, 'Bonny Doon'.
'Listen to the Wind' also includes 'Wild Pony Lullaby' and 'Let ‘em Run', reflecting her devotion to protecting and preserving wild horses and burros. In 1999, Lacy founded the Let ‘em Run Foundation, which raises funds for rescues and advocates for habitat protection and improvements.
The country icon continues to tour year-round and has just been added to the 2025 Country Music Cruise lineup, which sails from January 19-26, 2025, with Dalton, John Michael Montgomery, Deana Carter, The Bellamy Brothers, and many more.
Lacy J. Dalton’s Upcoming Tour Dates:
APR 06 – Salinas Rodeo / Salinas, Calif.
APR 25 – Airman's Fundraiser / Palmdale, Calif.
MAY 4 - Sutter Creek Theater / Sutter Creek, Calif.
MAY 10 – Cactus Theater / Lubbock, Tex.
JUL 3 - Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo / Tehachapi, Calif.
JUL 5 - Mammoth Lakes, Calif.
SEP 21 - Starbright Theater / Las Vegas, Nev. (Sun City Summerlin)
SEP 23 - CPAC Community Performance & Art Center / Green Valley, Ariz.
SEP 24 - Elgin Community Club / Elgin, Ariz.
NOV 30 – Sutter Creek Theater / Sutter Creek, Calif.
DEC 13 - Yerington Theater for the Arts / Yerington, Nev.
DEC 22 - Red Dog Saloon / Virginia City, Nev.
JAN 19-25 - Country Music Cruise / Fort Lauderdale, Fla; Key West; Cozumel; Costa Maya
Bedroom pop star Awfultune drops new single ahead of upcoming EP
Bedroom pop artist Awfultune (Layla Eden) has released the new single 'Get High W Me', the latest offering from their forthcoming EP, 'Unreleased Demos II', out May 10.
“'Get High W Me' is about a friends-with-benefits situation where the connection is solely based on hooking up and getting high together,” Layla explains. “As all situationships go, one is playing along, while one wants more out of the relationship and is masking their true feelings for the other."
Southtowne Lanes set to release first album in eight years
Oregon’s own Southtowne Lanes has announced their new album, 'Take Care', set for release on May 10, 2024 via Dog Knights Productions. The album – a collection of tracks inspired by loss and struggling through the stages of grief – marks the band’s first new music since 2016’s 'Give Up The Ghost'.
“On the surface, this record was written largely in dedication to my father, whom passed away in a brutal and sudden manner in September of 2021,” says lead singer/guitarist Matt Kupka. “The album, song by song, dissects the stages of grief: how they relate, how they changed me, how I dealt with them, and how they led me down to the depths of my own mortality, where it seemed there could be no light.”
Fans can look forward to the first single 'Go Cold', which will be out on March 29.
Letters Sent Home drop latest single from upcoming album 'Forever Done'
German quartet Letters Sent Home have shared their newest single 'Final Battle' via SharpTone Records. This dynamic track is the last glimpse into the band’s upcoming album 'Forever Undone', delving into vocalist Emily Paschke’s experience with, and eventual escape from, religion.
“‘Final Battle’ is a first glimpse into the religious [trauma] chapter of this album. It is about escaping a toxic community I was trapped in for too long and how I am finally being able to speak up and stand up for myself,” shares Paschke.
'Forever Undone', is set to be released on April 12. The album features new single 'Final Battle' as well as recently released singles 'Request Denied', 'Elements', 'I Hope I Die First', and 'Ignorance (feat. Dead Lakes)' alongside six new tracks.
Rockers Parallels release latest single 'No Way Out'
Rock band Parallels have released their latest single, 'No Way Out' featuring Maxx Xero. With 'No Way Out', the band hopes for listeners to find the strength to ask for help when needed and to be there for those around them who are the ones reaching out.
Speaking on the new single the band says: “It's difficult when we find ourselves in challenging situations that we mistakenly believe we can't escape. This notion often stems from past trauma, trapping us in a cycle of feeling helpless. Asking for help becomes daunting, as it requires vulnerability, which may have been discouraged or met with judgment in the past. Consequently, many refrain from seeking assistance.”
Rensforshort announces date for 'Clean Hands Dirty Water'; drops new single
Toronto-born, LA-based genre-bending sensation Renforshort, born Lauren Isenberg, has announced her new project 'Clean Hands Dirty Water', out May 17, along with her new single, 'Hurt Like It Should" out now.
'Clean Hands Dirty Water' features the previous single 'Serpentine'. 'Clean Hands Dirty Water' mines coming-of-age moments and emotional isolation to reveal raw, bittersweet alt-pop ballads and bangers. The EP's artwork is done entirely in charcoal – an objectively dirty medium.
Renforshort explains, "The younger you are, things feel a lot heavier. Your hands feel dirty with something someone said to you once that you think will never go away, or a direction that your life is taking that you feel you don't have any control over… But you do. You can wash your hands. Charcoal's not that hard to get off. You really could have a fresh start if you wash your hands."
Alien Pop Music icons Einstürzende Neubauten to release double album 'Rampen'
On April 5, Einstürzende Neubauten will release their new double album 'Rampen' (apm: alien pop music). The band has also dropped the first single -- 'Ist Ist' -- from the upcoming release.
Since the band was founded on April 1, 1980, Einstürzende Neubauten has been shifting the parameters of mainstream and subculture to make the inaudible audible ‒ perhaps the unheard as well. This experimental field research, spanning more than four decades, is now entering the next stage. In its 44th year of existence, the band is going back to its roots while redefining itself. It's a change in self-image, for which the Berlin quintet plus one created its own genre in 2024: apm – alien pop music.
Emily James's follow-up 'The aLtErNaTeS, Pt 1.' begins with single 'London'
After sharing her exploration into the downfall of love with 'The aLtErNaTeS, Pt 1.', LA singer-songwriter, Emily James announces 'Pt. 2' with a song for anyone wanting to escape their day-to-day in search of something more. In 'London', there’s an air of wanderlust in Emily’s vocals, making the listener feel like anything is possible.
Emily explains: "'London’ represents the initial feelings you might have when a breakup is fresh. There's a lot of emotions and you don't really want to face all of them so you turn to escaping; in this case literally escaping the country and romanticizing the idea of starting an entirely new life. The song slips between feelings of sadness, a bit of bitterness, and a bit of convincing yourself you're fine."
Fears new album 'Affinity' out now
Dublin-born, London-based interdisciplinary artist Fears (Constance Keane) has released her new album 'Affinity' via TULLE, the women-led independent record label that Constance runs.
'Affinity' serves as the follow-up to Fears' 2021 debut 'Oíche' and showcases collaborations with Jemima Coulter, Ailbhe Reddy, and Sophie Gwen Williams. The record arrives after the release of acclaimed singles 'Cliff', '11249' and '4th of the 1st'.
Wild Rivers releases lastest single 'Cave', announce European winter tour
Platinum indie-trio Wild Rivers have dopped their latest single, 'Cave', a driving alt-pop track that layers elements of blues and rock under smooth vocal harmonies.
The track was co-written with pop production duo Myriot (Aurora, IDER, Halsey), Jarrad Kritzstein (Ruston Kelly, Elohim), and Kate York (Little Big Town, Nashville). The band says: "This song is about having no self-control in a relationship that you know isn’t good for you. You tell someone that you’re absolutely done, but everybody knows it isn’t true. You’re more than ready to abandon your self-respect and go back to the person."
'Cave' is the second new song from the group in 2024, following 'Everywhere I Go', their first single in over a year, which was co-written with Alex Hope (Troye Sivan, Selena Gomez) and Brett Truitt (Banners, Shoffy). The new songs follow a February tour supporting Grammy-nominated artist Noah Kahan on his sold-out UK/EU run. Following the support run, the band announced a headline UK/European tour this November that will start in Berlin on November 4 and include stops in Paris, Glasgow, Berlin, London, and more.
System Exclusive release first single off their new album 'Click'
The Pasadena-based synth-pop stars are back with the first single and video off their new LP, 'Click', followed by two months of US tour dates. Out on limited edition vinyl on Mt.St.Mtn. May 17.
System Exclusive are Ari B and Matt Jones – a Pasadena, CA originated duo, balancing the hard edged electronic pulse of old school synthwerks against hot-under-the-collar live drums and slashing post-punk guitar.
Faced with the near-impossible task of making a living in California while working as touring musicians, they put their life in storage, put a bed in the van, and have been living wherever the shows take them.
System Exclusive US Tour Dates
Fri 3/22 - State Street Pub, Indianapolis, IN
Sat 3/23 - Half Baked, Columbus, OH
Wed 3/27 - Northside Tavern, Cincinnati, OH
Thu 3/28 - DKDC, Memphis, TN
Fri 3/29 - The Sinkhole, St Louis, MO
Sat 3/30 - Empty Bottle, Chicago, IL
Wed 4/3 - Mickey’s, Madison, WI %
Thu 4/4 - Mortimers, Minneapolis, MN %
Fri 4/5 - The Sydney, Omaha, NE %
Sat 4/6 - The Replay Lounge, Lawrence, KS %
Sun 4/7 - Minibar, Kansas City, MO %
Wed 4/10 - Rubber Gloves, Denton, TX
Thu 4/11 - 1810 Ojeman, Houston, TX
Sat 4/13 - The Starlighter, San Antonio, TX
Sun 4/14 - 13th Floor, Austin, TX
Wed 4/17 - Planet Marfa, Marfa, TX
Thu 4/18 - Rosewood, El Paso, TX
Fri 4/19 - Che’s, Tuscon, AZ
Sun 4/21 - Good Times at Davey Waynes, Los Angeles, CA
Thu 4/25 - The Knockout, San Francisco, CA
Sat 4/27 - Elephant In The Room, Healdsburg, CA
Thu 5/2 - Bolinas Hardware, Bolinas, CA
Fri 5/3 - Duffy’s, Chico, CA
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Optic Sink announce West Coast tour dates
Optic Sink have announced a west coast tour this May. Optic Sink is the post-punk project from Natalie Hoffmann (NOTS), Ben Bauermeister (Magic Kids) and Keith Cooper (Jack Oblivian & The Sheiks). Their debut album was released on Goner Records in 2020, and their second album ‘Glass Blocks’ (recorded at the home studio of Caufield Schnug of Sweeping Promises) is out now on Feel It Records.
Between albums, the band expanded on their electronic meets post-punk sound, adding multi-instrumentalist Keith Cooper on bass and guitar, and bringing Natalie’s no-wave guitar approach back into her synth-based setup.
Optic Sink tour dates
5/9 - Dallas TX @ Texas Theatre w/ O-D-EX
5/10 - Austin TX @ Hotel Vegas w/ Guiding Light, Borzoi, Wet Dip
5/11 - Marfa TX @ The Pony
5/12 - Tucson @ Che’s Lounge w/ Class, Lenguas Largas
5/13 - Los Angeles @ Zebulon w/ Memo PST, Oog Bogo
5/14 - Los Angeles @ live on The Best Show with Tom Scharpling
5/15 - Oakland @ Stork Club w/ Jeweled Snakes, Fog Lamp
5/16 - San Francisco @ The Knockout w/ Itchy and the Nits, Warp
5/17 - Arcata CA @ Miniplex
5/18 - Portland @ Th’ Fixin’ To w/ Collate, Cleanser
5/19 - Seattle @ Clock Out Lounge w/ Telehealth
5/21 - Reno NV @ Holland Project
5/22 - Salt Lake City @ Beehive Social Club w/ Body Horror
5/23 - Denver @ Hi-Dive
5/24 - Omaha NE @ Grapefruit Records 5/25 - Lawrence KS @ The White Schoolhouse w/ Nightosphere
Japanese Shibuya-Kei pioneer Keigo Oyamada announces US tour dates
Japanese multi-Instrumentalist, producer, and pioneer of Shibuya-Kei musical style, Keigo Oyamada, has announced the first North American dates of his 2024 world tour in support of his 2023 album 'Dream In Dream' (Warner Music Japan/Like LTD) in celebration of 30 years as recording and performing artist.
Kicking off his West Coast leg with dates including a rare outdoor show at Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, in September 2024, the artist will perform with his long-time touring band featuring Hirohisa Horie on Guitar/Keyboards, Yuko Araki on Drums, and Buffalo Daughter’s Yumiko Ohno on Bass/Moog.
Cornelius 30th Anniversary 'Dream in Dream' World Tour Dates
5/26/24 - Base Dream Hall - Shanghai, CH
5/28/24 - Livehouse - Beijing, CH
7/7/24 - Tokyo Garden Theater - Tokyo, JP
7/13/24 - Rohm Theater - Kyoto, JP
8/29-9/1/24 - End of the Road Festival - Salisbury, UK
9/3/24 - Paradiso - Amsterdam, NL
9/6/24 - Barbican - London, UK
9/21/24 - Music Box - San Diego, CA
9/22/24 - Pappy & Harriets - Pioneertown, CA
9/24/24 - Fonda Theatre - Los Angeles, CA
9/25/24 - UC Theatre - Berkeley, CA
9/27/24 - Crystal Ballroom - Portland, OR
9/29/24 - Neptune Theatre - Seattle, WA
NC's Totally Slow release new album 'The Darkness Intercepts'
North Carolina's Totally Slow have released their fourth LP 'The Darkness Intercepts' via Refresh Records. Totally Slow "has combined the melodic anthems of 1980s SoCal bands like The Adolescents, Agent Orange and The Faction, with the skewed rawk of ‘90s San Diego bands Drive Like Jehu and Truman’s Water, and the righteous conviction of classic DC hardcore like Dag Nasty, Gray Matter and Fugazi".
Eddie Sanchez (Night!Night!, Solar Halos, The Love Language) has recently joined on bass, completing the current lineup which includes Andy Foster, Chuck Johnson, and Scott Hicks.
Guitarist and vocalist Scott Hicks says, “We wanted to find a more dynamic balance for this record. The track order wasn't taken lightly and there are lot of interesting samples and between-song transitions that I hope folks can find the time to receive fully as a whole piece."
JM Stevens releases second a,bum 'Nowehere to Land'
Americana and roots rock/pop singer, songwriter, and producer, JM Stevens returns three years after his well-received solo debut, 'Invisible Lines'. The new collection, the 10-song 'Nowhere to Land' is an overall mellower, more vulnerable record than its predecessor, though still speckled with some up-tempo rockers. It’s a thoughtful album further set apart by Stevens’ nuanced songcraft, intimate vocals, and organic production. The album will be released on April 12, 2024.
Tracking with a trusted band of local ringers and producing/mixing himself, Stevens retained a rare visceral energy on 'Nowhere to Land'. Players include Uncle Lucius luminaries Jonny “Keys” Grossman (keyboards) and Doug Strahan (guitars); drummer George Duron (Jon Dee Graham, Roky Erickson) and bassist-about-town Dave Wesselowski. Throughout, exquisite harmonizing from lauded Austin folk singer BettySoo underlines the poignancy of key lines, with further cultured contributions from Shinyribs member and longtime Robert Earl Keen bandmate Marty Muse (resonator, pedal steel) and a guest spot on the darkly wistful “Cobwebs” from fiddler/vocalist Beth Chrisman (The Carper Family, Lost Patterns).
Mikahl Anthony drops 'La Flare' ahead of debut album 'Muse'
Mikahl Anthony premieres 'La Flare', his debut single and music video from his upcoming full-length debut album 'Muse' via Belgium’s R&S Records.
If the name sounds familiar, the highly sought-after multidisciplinary artist, hailing from the west side of St. Louis, Missouri, has collaborated with the likes of Chance The Rapper, Mick Jenkins, Joey Purp, Smino & more. He is also a co-founding member, Curator, and Art Director of Chicago’s ThemPeople. Additionally Mikahl has collaborated with Via Rosa (of the soulful electro Duo Drama) on 'The Great Depression' EP. As well as being featured on Lance SKiiwalker’s debut.
'Muse', the project’s name is anchored around a dual meaning acronym (1. Ms. Using sensual energy and 2. Making use of seclusion every day). Mikahl explains: ‘I wanted to use a unique style of songwriting, arrangement and filming with the intention of soundtracking my self-development/maturation process’.
Elektric Animals annnounce new EP and release single 'Dreaming/Wishing'
Denver based duo, Elektric Animals – comprising Nick Sanders and Will Hubert – have announced their new EP, 'A Bear And The Bull', out April 19 via Open Your Ears Records, the band's debut EP on the label.
To celebrate, the band also shared a brand new single, 'Dreaming/Wishing', out now. Written by Sanders and Hubert, produced by Eric Everhart and featuring lead guitar from Lincoln Parish (formerly of Cage The Elephant), 'Dreaming/Wishing' is a western-influenced, indie-rock track about embracing the freedom of being young. Sit back in your chair, close your eyes, and let the music take you on a daydream.
Math rock duo Standards release third studio album 'Fruit Galaxy'
Los Angeles math-rock masters Standards have released their 3rd studio album, 'Fruit Galaxy'. Standards recently completed a fully sold out tour supporting Elephant Gym.
Led by guitar virtuoso, Marcos Mena, Standards is a math rock duo all of its own. The pair boast a fruitful combination of musical chops and catchy guitar-driven melodies which has garnished popularity among fans who laud standards for their uniquely danceable brand of complex instrumental rock. For almost five years, their instrumental compositions have captivated audiences all over the world as well as in their hometown of Los Angeles, California.
Earthquake Lights drops new single 'Pictures'
Earthquake Lights has released their new single 'Pictures' featuring Lindsey Lomis. Lomis is also featured on the new Jacob Collier album.
The Brooklyn-based rock outfit's music has garnered millions of streams to date. Their latest album 'Desert Bloom' charted nearly 30 times on the iTunes and Apple music charts.
Speaking on Lomis, Earthquake Lights share, “She’s an athletic, excellent singer. Her unapologetic focus on her vocal ability really makes her a perfect fit for this tune.” Lomis was featured on Jacob Collier's latest album on the song 'Cinnamon Crush' and is about to embark on a tour with him in April.
Chief State fans brace for upcoming 'The Acoustic EP', band releases 'Metaphors'
Vancouver, BC pop punk stars, Chief State, are debuting 'Metaphors' the second single off their upcoming five-song acoustic EP, which promises to "redefine your connection with their music". Set to release via Mutant League Records in April 2024, 'The Acoustic EP' invites listeners to rediscover Chief State's catalog through a captivating and intimate lens.
Chief State and Mutant League Records have also launched a limited edition 'Valentine's Day' shirt design, available through the Mutant League webstore. All V-day shirt purchases through April 5 will receive a handwritten lyric by Fraser Simpson of Chief State, along with a song from the upcoming EP.
NØ Man release music video for 'Glitter and Spit'
NØ MAN have released the brand new music video for 'Glitter and Spit', the title track from the band’s new album due out on March 29 via Iodine Recordings.
“‘Glitter and Spit’ is about not letting people distort your reality to fit their fantasy,” says NØ MAN. “We’ve never been comfortable with the idea of making a music video and really just wanted to make something that felt true to our live shows. Years ago Joseph Pattisall made one of our favorite videos for our friends in Striking Distance and we were thrilled when he was up for helping us with ours.”
Later this March, the band will play a series of benefit shows to raise funds for United Nations Relief and Works Agency and Palestine Youth Movement, both organizations that support the Palestinian people.
Hot Mulligan drop music video for new single 'Sticker of Brian'
Hot Mulligan has released a new song called 'Stickers of Brian'. It’s the first new song since the band’s most recent and popular album ‘Why Would I Watch’ was released last spring.
Michigan’s "#1 Hot New Band" wrapped up a nearly sold out run of dates in Australia and New Zealand with support from Free Throw. On March 19, they began their run of dates supporting Fall Out Boy on their ‘So Much For (2our) Dust’ tour with Jimmy Eat World performing at arenas across the country.
On April 9, Hot Mulligan will kick off their ‘Choose Your Fightour' headline tour with special guests Free Throw, Just Friends and Charmer. This summer the band will return to Europe and are confirmed for 2000 Trees Festival in London, England.
The Story So Far announces 5th studio album, 'I Want to Disappear'
The Story So Far have announced their upcoming 5th studio album, 'I Want To Disappear', out June 21 via Pure Noise Records. Produced by Jon Markson (Drug Church, KOYO), the album features previously-released single 'Big Blind' alongside nine brand new 'The Story So Far' tracks. 'I Want To Disappear' comes nearly six years after the band’s previous album 'Proper Dose', which debuted at #19 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Alongside the announcement, 'The Story So Far' has unveiled a new single and music video for 'Letterman'. The track finds the band doing what they do best – unapologetic vulnerability and defiance that draws the listener in.