With their sophomore release two, the rising PHO use funk as a vehicle to explore their “Minneapolis sound” influences with torch in hand. Intimate and soulful, intense and highly energetic, the new album comes sprinkled with psychedelia and hip-hop, while maintaining the tight arrangements of funk tradition. The thirteen tracks, which were produced by John… Continue reading PHO to release their sophomore album
After just wrapping up their spring tour expanding into new territories with the Werks, TAUK, and more; Earphorik is at it again. This time the band has teamed up with We’re hEAR for You in conjunction with Hearo’s Ear Plugs, and NYS Music to provide free EAR plugs at their shows. The band throws hard… Continue reading Earphorik Announce Phase 1 of Tour
Los Angeles based Rock Fusion trio, King Llama, is hitting some big stages this year with their album, RETURN TO OX. Happening right now is a South American tour. Look out as King Llama performs at a few notable festivals, including 2 days at Summer Camp Festival in Chillicothe IL this Memorial Day weekend, and… Continue reading King Llama Hitting Big Stages This Season
A Northern Star, A Perfect Stone, the debut album from experimental Canadian artist Mappe Of, is set for release on July 28 through Paper Bag Records. The album’s opening two tracks, the delicate, atmospheric “Cavern’s Dark” and the progressive oeuvre “Nimbin” offer a glimpse into the scope of A Northern Star, A Perfect Stone. Both… Continue reading Debut Album From Experimental Artist Mappe
When your music is so diverse that suitable comparisons include No Doubt, Sublime, Black Eyed Peas, and even Rihanna (via singer Katherine Ramirez) you know you have a lot of eyes and ears wondering what you’re going to do next. For Mystic Roots Band, a group who came together by throwing college backyard parties in… Continue reading Mystic Roots Band's 'Change' Out Now
Drummer and overall music collaborator Dave Watts (The Motet, Felabration) is at it again with another concoction of musical paradise. This time the band will feature the zany, ivory mad scientist Todd Stoops (RAQ, Electric Beethoven), the diversified incommensurable guitarist Marcus Rezak (Stratosphere All-Stars, Digital Tape Machine), and the steadfast continuance of thump Chuck Jones… Continue reading Katharsis @ May Daze Festival | Preview
This past April, electronic dance music pioneer Paul Oakenfold–with more than 300 hikers–made the 37-mile hike through Nepal’s remote villages and the Himalayan Mountains for a groundbreaking live concert event, spinning a set at the base camp of Mount Everest to launch the SoundTrek series. Set at an altitude of 18,800 feet above sea level… Continue reading SoundTrek: A Journey to Mount Everest
Metallica will kick off their WorldWired 2017 North American tour in support of their new album Hardwired…To Self-Destruct tonight in Baltimore, MD at M&T Bank Stadium. The tour will crisscross its way across North America into the summer, marking the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and Grammy® Award winning band’s first proper North… Continue reading Metallica Kick Off 2017 Tour Tonight
CALICO the band, short for “California Country”, is set to release their sophomore album, Under Blue Skies, on July 21st. With all its musical intricacy and lyrical eloquence, Under Blue Skies embraces the signature sun-drenched, California country sound founder and leaders Manda Mosher and Kirsten Proffit have made their own. The intimate, tightly harmonized songs… Continue reading CALICO the band Embraces California Country on New Album
KAABOO Del Mar, happening September 15-17, 2017, has carved out its name among national and destination music festivals in only its third year. At KAABOO, ALL guests receive an amenitized experience with access to the HUMOR ME comedy club; an on-site Contemporary Arts Fair at ARTWORK; PALATE gourmet food tastings; spa and relaxation services in INDULGENCES; entry to the ELEVATE late night… Continue reading Kaaboo Del Mar happening in September