New music releases and tour dates: From 311 summer tour to New Found Glory's anniversary shows
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Finn Emmi Iida drops new music video in support of debut album 'The Eye'
Multi-modal creative, Emmi Iida has just released her debut album, ‘The Eye’, via EFG Records, and is now back with the video for ‘Energy Guru’ from the record.
Born in Hollola, Finland, Emmi Iida 's ‘The Eye’ is a 14-track odyssey through her sonic galaxy of ideas and feelings and all of the songs on the album have added frequencies and mantras/messages to support and resonate with the body’s specific chakras. ‘Our Love’, for example includes the frequency of 528 Hz, the love frequency, that resonates with the love chakra and which is said to create more harmony and balance on a cellular level. Also, all of the songs have been tuned into 432 Hz which is more harmonious to listen to, than the standard 440 Hz.
Emmi Iida revealed: “Making this album has been a healing journey for me. Losing a baby girl four years ago to divorcing last year, being a channel for these songs has helped me navigate life and alchemizing these setbacks into something beautiful and finding hope, happiness and that overpouring flow of love.”
311 announces dates of summer tour with Awolnation and Neon Trees
311 have announced their upcoming summer tour with special guests Awolnation and Neon Trees. The tour kicks off in Cincinnati, OH on July 20 and will be making stops throughout the US in Chicago, Boston, Raleigh, Tampa, Houston, Costa Mesa, and more before wrapping up in Redmond, WA on August 31.
311 Nation, the band's official fan community, get first access to pre-sale tickets and VIP packages which include Meet & Greets with 311 along with special exclusive merchandise.
Of the upcoming tour, the band said, “We’re stoked to bring back the Unity Tour! This tour was a staple of the summer for the band and fans and we can’t wait to experience that atmosphere again with all of you. Joining us on the road will be our friends Awolnation and Neon Trees. We’ve got an incredible show in store for you this year so grab your tickets and get ready!
LA-based Smilez releases new single 'Self Sabotage' ahead of new project
Los Angeles-based artist Smilez has releasedhis new single 'Self Sabotage', produced by Digital Nas (Kanye West, Playboi Carti); a blend of hip-hop and punk rock. Speaking on the story behind the track, Smilez says, “I found myself reflecting a lot and saw that I had a tendency to self sabotage and wanted to explore that.”
Smilez met Digital Nas last year at a party he threw and the two became friends and started working on what would become Smilez’s new project 'Saboteur', coming later this spring.
Smilez has emerged as a rare disruptor in the new RAGE space. He had multiple successful tours, opening for the likes of Trippie Redd, Wiz Khalifa, and JuiceWRLD. In 2021, he released a string of singles, including the track 'Happy', which hit #1 on the SoundCloud charts, racking up more than 7 million streams.
The Early November set for new album and nationwide tour
Alternative rock group The Early November has announced their forthcoming self-titled album, set for release on June 14 via Pure Noise Records. Featuring lead single 'What We Earn', The Early November is a 10-song collection that pays homage to who the band is, was, and has yet to become.
Of the new single, frontman Ace Enders says, “’What We Earn’ was the first song written for the album, and probably the most intense as well. It’s about the realization that the glass ceiling over our heads is supported by the walls we build throughout our lives.”
In addition to the new album, The Early November has announced a full US headline tour with support from Spitalfield, Hellogoodbye, Hit The Lights, and Cliffdiver. The tour kicks off on June 22 in New York City, with stops to follow in Chicago, San Francisco, Orlando, Richmond, and more.
Upcoming Tour Dates
6/22 – New York, NY @ LPR
6/23 – Philadelphia, PA @ TLA
6/25 – Buffalo, NY @ Rec Room
6/27 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Crafthouse
6/28 – Detroit, MI @ The Shelter
6/29 – Lakewood, OH @ The Roxy
6/30 – Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge
7/2 – Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater
7/3 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall
7/5 – San Francisco, CA @ The Independent
7/6 – Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
7/7 – Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theatre
7/9 – Austin, TX @ Come and Take It
7/10 – Dallas, TX @ Trees
7/12 – Orlando, FL @ The Beacham
7/13 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
7/14 – Nashville, TN @ Eastside Bowl
7/16 – Richmond, VA @ Canal Club
7/17 – Washington, DC @ Union Stag
7/18 – Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes
7/19 – Boston, MA @ The Sinclair
Punk poppers New Found Glory hit the road to celebrate 20th anniversary of 'Catalyst'
Pop punk legends New Found Glory and their fans will be celebrating 20 years of their 2004 album 'Catalyst'. The band has announced a two-leg North American Tour that will see them playing the iconic record in full – including hits like 'All Downhill From Here', 'Truth Of My Youth', and 'Failure’s Not Flattering' – along with a number of other songs from throughout their discography. Joining them will be special guests Sincere Engineer.
“Fans trust us because of albums like Catalyst,” guitarist Chad Gilbert says proudly. “We can make these records and branch out creatively, and they know we’re never going to do something really weird. We are who we are, and I love that we can play whatever and still crush it.”
Math rockers Standard annoounce third studio album 'Fruit Galaxy'
Los Angeles-based math-rock masters Standards will released their upcoming third studio album, 'Fruit Galaxy', on March 22.
Led by guitar virtuoso, Marcos Mena, Standards is a math rock duo all of its own. Rounded out by skilled drummer Moises Popa, 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.
American Football announces string of shows from Italy to the US
American Football has announced a string of US shows to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of their eponymous debut album, fondly referred to as LP1 among fans of the band.
The dates see them playing Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington DC this fall. An artist presale for the gigs kicks off Wednesday, March 13 at 10am local time with a general on sale beginning Friday, March 15 at 10 am local time. A limited number of 100 VIP tickets will be available per date.
American Football is Steve Holmes (guitar), Mike Kinsella (vocals, guitar), Nate Kinsella (bass), and Steve Lamos (drums, trumpet).
Upcoming Tour Dates
MAY
30 - Milan, Italy @ Alcatraz
JUNE
01 - Barcelona, Spain @ Primavera Sound
02 - Barcelona, Spain @ Primavera Sound in the City
04 - Madrid, Spain @ Copérnico [SOLD OUT]
06 - Porto, Portugal @ Primavera Porto
30 - Manchester, UK @ Outbreak Festival
SEPTEMBER
11 - Nottingham, UK @ Rock City
12 - Glasgow, UK @ Barrowland Ballroom
14 - London, UK @ Roundhouse
27 - Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall
28 - Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall
OCTOBER
11 - Las Vegas, NV @ Best Friends Forever Festival
12 - Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey
13 - Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey
25 - Washington, DC @ Howard Theater
26 - New York, NY @ Warsaw
27 - New York, NY @ Warsaw