“You never know what’s going to happen at a residency.” That’s Chicago electronic artist Brett Naucke musing on his residency at Stockholm’s Elektronmusikstudion aka EMS. EMS was founded in 1964 as a public studio primarily for electro-acoustic and electronic music, and is one of few places where musicians can access and record on two rare, foundational synthesizer systems - … [Read more...] about Brett Naucke Announces New LP EMS Hallucination, Out September 11th via American Dreams Records, Releases Single Edit
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Mind-Bending Docu-Puzzle ‘In Bright Axiom’ Debuts on Streaming Platforms
IN BRIGHT AXIOM, a new feature film by Pen & Banjo in association with Nonchalance, explores the legend and lore of San Francisco's Latitude Society, a secretive participatory-arts group which, at different times, has been described as Game/Cult, Secret Society, Pyramid Scheme, and "Path of Transformation." Director Spencer McCall's first foray into filmmaking was … [Read more...] about Mind-Bending Docu-Puzzle ‘In Bright Axiom’ Debuts on Streaming Platforms
Unleash the Archers Releases Soaring New Anthem “Soulbound” + Brand New Music Video
Canadian melodic power metal quartet UNLEASH THE ARCHERS recently announced the upcoming release of their masterful fifth full-length concept album, Abyss, out August 21, 2020 via Napalm Records. With Abyss, the band re-cements themselves as an unequalled, undeniable metallic force with their strongest album to date.Today, as a follow-up to the otherworldly first single and … [Read more...] about Unleash the Archers Releases Soaring New Anthem “Soulbound” + Brand New Music Video
UK Duo Emma & Jolie Set to Take the Industry by Storm With Debut Single ‘I Don’t Need a Man’
UK pop-country duo Emma & Jolie have today announced the release of their debut single, I Don’t Need A Man. The duo comprised of Emma Walker and Jolie Harvey are set to release their debut single on the 10th July through Triple Fret Entertainment, having recorded the single with legendary producer Johnny Douglas (Tina Turner, George Michael, Take That…) The single is the … [Read more...] about UK Duo Emma & Jolie Set to Take the Industry by Storm With Debut Single ‘I Don’t Need a Man’
Sony/ATV Wins Publisher of the Year Award at 2020 BMI Pop Awards
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has won the Publisher of the Year award at BMI's 68th Annual Pop Awards, which took place virtually on July 13, 2020. The BMI Pop Awards celebrates the top publishers and songwriters of the past year's most-performed pop songs in the United States. Sony/ATV and its songwriters secured this prestigious honor with 25 winning songs, including "Shallow" … [Read more...] about Sony/ATV Wins Publisher of the Year Award at 2020 BMI Pop Awards
Métis Nation – Saskatchewan Invites Everyone to ‘Virtual Back to Batoche,’ Online Gathering
Back to Batoche is an annual celebration which brings people together from all across North America to recognize and celebrate the Métis Nation's rich culture, traditions and heritage. Since 1970, the festival has been held annually at the national historic site commemorating the 1885 North-West Resistance and location of The Battle of Batoche. We are all … [Read more...] about Métis Nation – Saskatchewan Invites Everyone to ‘Virtual Back to Batoche,’ Online Gathering
Jim James, Chris Thile Announced For Set Two of New York Guitar Festival
New York Guitar Festival (NYGF) announces Set Two of the festival’s 2020 online performance series Reverend Gary Davis: In Search of the Harlem Street Singer. Presented live on YouTube beginning July 13, 2020, Set 2 hosts musical performances by Jim James, Chris Thile, David Bromberg, Piedmont Blūz, Jontavious Willis, and more––to explore the music of blind blues … [Read more...] about Jim James, Chris Thile Announced For Set Two of New York Guitar Festival
Better Noise Music Festival Airs July 16 In Association With LiveXLive
While the world is wondering what unexpected event will befall us next, Better Noise is kickstarting the summer with a virtual music festival that will feature some of the biggest names in rock music today. The event will air worldwide on Thursday, July 16th and will raise funds for the Global Recovery Initiatives Foundation (GRI) to provide critical support services for those … [Read more...] about Better Noise Music Festival Airs July 16 In Association With LiveXLive
On Eve of One-Year Anniversary, ‘Bet the House’ Is One of the Hottest New General Topic Talk Podcasts
A no-holds-barred podcast featuring real talk from five larger-than-life personalities is gaining traction after four seasons posting weekly episodes. "Bet the House," which will celebrate its one-year anniversary on August 1, features honest conversation from entertainers and entrepreneurs Big Smash, Ms. Chaunte, Ms. Delafaye, John Day, and Bailey Dammit. "Our podcast … [Read more...] about On Eve of One-Year Anniversary, ‘Bet the House’ Is One of the Hottest New General Topic Talk Podcasts
Noise for Now X Seeding Sovereignty Mask Campaign Announced
In partnership, NOISE FOR NOW and Seeding Sovereignty announce the NOISE FOR NOW X SEEDING SOVEREIGNTY MASK CAMPAIGN, in response to the severe impacts Indigenous communities are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With each purchase of the NOISE FOR NOW X SEEDING SOVEREIGNTY Mask or Bandana, one mask will be donated to the Indigenous Impact … [Read more...] about Noise for Now X Seeding Sovereignty Mask Campaign Announced