Today, Nettwerk Records is excited to announce the signing of Moonalice, the renowned Bay Area collective known for bringing peace, love, and happiness wherever they go. They are proud share a new version of the psychedelic soul anthem, “Time Has Come Today,” fronted by Lester Chambers, original member of The Chambers Brothers who also sang lead vocal on the original version. With an authenticity only possible from someone who has been on the front line of the fight for social justice, Lester breathes new life into the electrifying song.

"Time Has Come Today" is widely regarded as a landmark song from the psychedelic era of the late-1960s. It peaked at #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the fall of 1968. Peace and love were in the air, but this was also the time of the Civil Rights movement and the Equal Rights campaign which pushed for justice for all. Decades later, this song is still needed, and the message is just as powerful. Moonalice is proud to continue the fight for peace and justice and we hope this song inspires you to join in and do the same.

Like a tree with many branches, Moonalice’s members have collaborated with some of the most acclaimed artists in music, and performed in several pioneering and Grammy-winning bands. In addition to Lester Chambers, co-founder of The Chambers Brothers, bassist Pete Sears played on Rod Stewart’s monster hit “Maggie Mae” before co-founding Jefferson Starship. Drummer John Molo played in Bruce Hornsby and the Range, The Other Ones, and Phil Lesh & Friends. Moonalice’s founder, Roger McNamee, penned a recent Time magazine cover story and was Bono’s business partner for a dozen years. This only scratches the surface of the band’s numerous collective accomplishments, so it’s safe to say Moonalice’s roots extend deep and wide.

The exuberant Bay Area ten-piece delivers a unique brand of psychedelic soul and rock-tinged with Americana. But dig a little deeper and you’ll discover an unparalleled history of musicianship, activism, and a band ethos that’s more vital now than ever.

Along with Barry Sless (lead guitar and pedal steel) and Sears (bass), McNamee formed Moonalice and recorded their 2009 T Bone Burnett-produced self-titled debut album. The band later expanded to include Jason Crosby (keyboards), and newest members Lester Chambers, his son Dylan Chambers, and Erika, Rachel, and Chloe Tietjen of acclaimed Americana band the T Sisters on vocals.

“A lightbulb went off when Lester, Dylan and the T Sisters joined the band,” Sless says. “They have an infectious energy that catches the audience’s attention. All five of them bring a new spark. People realize they really have something to say.”

After a brilliantly received debut at the 2019 LOCKN’ Festival featuring the new ten-piece lineup, the band suddenly found itself overwhelmed with bookings, until restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 outbreak derailed their plans. They took the opportunity to write and record new material and arrange captivating covers of tunes made famous by Lester Chambers and his former band The Chambers Brothers.

All members bring their formidable musical chops to the proceedings. At 81, Lester Chambers brings with him a lifetime of musical experience. The Chambers Brothers, whose 1968 hit “Time Has Come Today” earned them a gold record, were recently featured prominently in Questlove’s acclaimed 2021 documentary Summer of Soul.

The band’s ethos of “Love, Peace and Happiness,” taken from The Chambers Brothers’ song of the same name, is infused into everything they do. “I think an important part of Moonalice is the notion that each of us has an opportunity to make a difference,” McNamee says. “We’ve survived a pandemic and a zillion other things. It makes sense to look forward and think about the positive, and remind people that they have a shot at a better day ahead.”

Cloudchord (Derek VanScoten), the producer, guitarist, and genre bender specialist that is augmenting musical possibility into reality shares his new full-length LP Bloom Bap via Nettwerk. With Bloom Bap, Derek VanScoten’s Cloudchord project has put forth its greatest and most impossibly lush collection of tunes to date. This is the guitarist and producer’s first full-length album with Nettwerk after releasing the previous EPs, Sundrop and Tulips. Bloom Bap finds him crystallizing his aesthetic with rolling grooves and dense thickets of melody, establishing Cloudchord as an exciting voice in the soundful electronic landscape. Featuring collaborations with Emancipator, Big Gigantic, Braxton Cook, ProbCause, Adam Deitch of Lettuce, and more, Bloom Bap projects tranquility but never quite sits still, always excitedly shifting its own structure as these 15 songs wind down fascinating paths—and you, the listener, are always along for the ride.

WATCH + LISTEN TO “DISCO FIZZ (feat. Birocratic)” HERE

Bloom Bap is the latest achievement from the Austin-hailing Derek’s accomplished career thus far, which began in earnest when he studied music recording in college after graduating early from high school to pursue music at large. While exploring the myriad textures that self-recording could afford a musician, VanScoten was further inspired by pivotal live experiences. He immersed himself in jazz and classical guitar studies, all the while digging through the fertile left-of-center instrumental hip-hop coming out of the Low-End Theory scene in Los Angeles.

Bloom Bap reflects VanScoten’s current infatuation with neo-soul music, as evidenced by the swirling curlicues of melody on the ProbCause and Braxton Cook collaboration “Cryin Heart” and the sparkling groove of “Soul Major” with Adam Deitch of Lettuce. At large, Bloom Bap showcases his ability to pull from various styles of guitar-playing across the history of music and twist them into new, interesting shapes—the perfect encapsulation of his Future Guitar aesthetic. “It’s about me taking guitar styles from the past and bringing them into the future with these modern beats,” shares Derek.

“I see no reason ever to stop because music is absolutely my favorite thing to do in the world. Music is my spirituality and my quest for truth. It’s always right there if you’re willing to listen for it” shares VanScoten

“DREAMER (feat. Dominic Lalli of Big Gigantic)” – LISTEN + WATCH

“JUNIOR HIGH DANCE (feat. Emancipator)” – LISTEN + WATCH

“CRYIN HEART (feat. BRAXTON COOK + ProbCause)” – LISTEN + WATCH

“KEEP ON MOVIN (feat. Big Gigantic)” – LISTEN + WATCH

TOUR DATES:
April 20 – Mi, MI – The pARTy
May 19 – Reykjavik, Iceland – Iðnó
May 20 – Reykjavik, Iceland – Harpa
June 3 – Austin, TX – The Concourse Project
June 15 –Sonic Bloom 2023 –Rye, CO

Waterville, Ohio indie-folk outfit Oliver Hazard captivates listeners with their unique blend of delicate arrangements and sturdy melodies on their new self-titled
album released today with Nettwerk. Listen to the album that’s sure to win hearts with its introspective lyrics HERE.

The album is the work of 3 individual singers, songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, who share an organic connection in the craft -- sensibilities that yield music that's harmonic, haunting and also ambitious and surprising. "This album feels different than anything we've done in the past. We’re very simple people, all three of us. I think the album reflects that, and I hope it captures something you probably can't describe yourself, but that speaks to you,” the band shars. “And as far as the message, it’s just shared experiences.”

Self-titled Album Tracklisting:
1. Ballerina
2. Two x Four
3. Saratoga
4. Use Me Up
5. Fly Right
6. Northern Lights
7. Oh Mama Won’t You Write Me
8. Let Down
9. Natalie
10. Summertime Whiskey

After having just wrapped up a U.S. tour with Houndmouth and performing three sold out headline shows in Alaska, Oliver Hazard is ready to hit the stage for a few festival dates, including their very own yearly festival, Oliver Hazard Day, created to support the local community in Waterville, OH. For more information on upcoming shows and to purchase tickets, visit the band’s website HERE.

Oliver Hazard Tour Dates:
July 27 - Stowe, VT - Spruce Peak Summer Concert Series
August 12 - Waterville, OH - Oliver Hazard Day*
October 13 - Austin, TX - Austin City Limits Music Festival

Today, the long-running Canadian jazz, blues and gospel label Justin Time Records celebrates its 40th Anniversary and releases 40 Years of Justin Time Records, a compilation of 40-songs from quintessential releases past and present.

Founded in Montreal in 1983 by Jim West, Justin Time began its renowned history by releasing the first recording from jazz pianist and 2023 Canadian Music Hall of Fame Inductee Oliver Jones. Now 40 years later with over 600 recordings released by some of the finest musicians in the world, Canada’s premiere jazz, blues and gospel label celebrates this milestone as an homage to the passion and diversity that are the cornerstones of the label. The Anniversary Collection features selections from the label’s roster past and present, including Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee, the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir, Diana Krall, David Murray, Oscar Peterson, Susie Arioli, Frank Marino, Christine Jensen, David Clayton-Thomas, Hank Jones, Halie Loren, Paul Bley and many more.

Here's to another 40 years of incredible music!

Listen to 40 Years of Justin Time Records on all digital retailers (here)

Label founder Jim West reflects, “It’s hard to believe over 40 years have passed since the birth of Justin Time Records and the launch of its first recording, the Oliver Jones Trio ‘Live at Biddles Jazz & Ribs.’ Over the label’s history we are looking at more than 600 album releases with some of the best musicians in the business. It is so important for me to note, and very proudly so, that our first three signings, Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee and Trevor W. Payne and the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir are still with us today and great friends with whom we talk daily. Other musical talents such as the late great Oscar Peterson, Kenny Wheeler, Paul Bley, Kenny Werner, Diana Krall, World Saxophone Quartet, Fontella Bass, David Murray, Billy Bang, Susie Arioli, Bryan Lee, Matt Herskowitz, Carol Welsman, Dave Van Ronk, Rob McConnell, David Clayton-Thomas, Frank Marino and Hank Jones amongst many others have blessed the label with their talents. Added to this list are a new generation of artists such Emma Frank, Katherine Penfold, Halie Loren and Laura Anglade to name a few. How lucky we have been.”

In 2016, the Montreal International Jazz Festival presented Jim West with the Bruce Lundvall Award, named after the late American Blue Note executive and presented to a person from the media or music industry who has made a significant contribution to the development of jazz. In 2018, he received the Builder Award from the Canadian Independent Music Association’s CIMA Award, and in 2022 he was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada for his contributions to the Canadian recording industry, and for supporting and championing our country’s talent.

Justin Time Records 40th Anniversary Collection Track List:

1.  Oliver Jones – Blues For Helene

2.  Ranee Lee – I’ve Got The World On A String

3.  Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir – Goin’ Up Yonder

4.  Diana Krall – Straighten Up and Fly Right

5.  Billy Bang – Reflections

6.  Quartango – Androgyne

7.  Brian Hughes – Promise You

8.  Carol Welsman – What A Fool Believes

9.  Lorraine Klaasen – Pata Pata

10. Halie Loren – Waiting In Vain

11. Laura Anglade & Sam Kirmayer – J’aime Paris au mois de mai

12. Jean-Michel Pilc - Your Lullaby

13. Paul Bley – Lucky

14. Susie Arioli – Pennies from Heaven

15. Hank Jones – Pauletta

16. David Murray – Giant Steps

17. World Saxophone Quartet – Hey Joe

18. Brandi Disterheft – Blues For Nelson Mandela

19. Taurey Butler – Swappin’ Lies

20. Denny Christianson – Looking for the Back Door

21. Bryan Lee – Louisiana Woman

22. Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush – Red House

23. Emma Frank – Steady

24. Kitt – (I Would Be) Grateful

25. Jeri Brown – The Twelfth of Never

26. David Clayton-Thomas – (You’ve Made Me So) Very Happy

27. D.D. Jackson – Peace Song

28. Dave Young – OP&D

29. Little Animal! – Twindle

30. Coral Egan – State of Grace

31. Hugh Ragin – An Afternoon in Harlem

32. Hilario Durán – Autumn Nocturne

33. Oscar Peterson – Surrey With the Fringe on Top

34. John Stetch – Autumn In New York

35. Christine Jensen – Day Moon

36. Michael Marcus – The Legend of Hale-Bopp

37. Sonny Greenwich – Bird of Paradise

38. Nelson Symonds – Getting Personal

39. Alex Pangman – When I Get Low I Get High

40. Matt Herskowitz – Tribute to John Coates

On the heels of their spirited reimagination of the Grateful Dead classic “Attics of My Life,” Bay Area collective Moonalice shares the tender acoustic version. Recorded completely live and led by the T-Sisters vocal trio of Erika, Chloe, and Rachel Tietjen, Moonalice pays homage to the great American songwriter Robert Hunter with arresting three-part harmonies. The song has become a staple in the band’s live set as the T’s give a gorgeous rendition of the Dead classic.

Speaking on the new recording, Rachel Teitjen explains, “The beautiful lyrics and melody of Attics of My Life drew us to this song and was the first Grateful Dead song the T Sisters recorded back in 2015. We had arranged it a capella, but the song soared to new heights when we brought our vocal arrangement to the band and combined our sister harmony with the band’s exceptional musicianship. This latest recording from Moonalice is a live take, and we were all deeply feeling the music. We hope you enjoy it!”

“Attics” follows Moonalice’s Live at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass live album release, highlighting their standout performance at the famed San Francisco festival where they debuted new single “Old & Proud.” The band has been busy working on a string of new music with Nashville songwriter and producer Dylan Altman that will feature on two upcoming companion EPs, one electric and one acoustic.

WATCH AND SHARE “ATTICS OF MY LIFE” (ACOUSTIC) HERE:
https://youtu.be/d7pa-LbvXec

For Bay-area psychedelic soul collective Moonalice, making music is more than just a career; it’s in their blood. It’s family. The 10-piece group includes the father-son duo Lester and Dylan Chambers, the T-Sisters vocal trio of Erika, Chloe, and Rachel Tietjen, and a band of musicians that have performed together for long enough to call each other brothers: Barry Sless, Pete Sears, John Molo, Jason Crosby, and Roger McNamee.

On back-to-back EPs, Full Moonalice Vol. 1 & 2 (2022), and an acoustic album, Light Side of the Moonalice (2023), the band pays homage to their roots with stirring renditions of soulful classics (“Time Has Come Today,” “People Get Ready”) alongside brand-new original works (“Love Me Today,” “Woo Woo”) - winning the acclaim of Rolling Stone, Relix, American Songwriter, Ultimate Classic Rock, Goldmine Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, and more.

MOONALICE – 2023 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

Date                City/State/Province                 Venue

11/10               San Francisco, CA                 Golden Gate Bandshell

11/30               Menlo Park, CA                      The Guild Theatre

12/1                 Auburn, CA                             Odd Fellows Lodge

12/2                 Sebastopol, CA                      Hop Monk Tavern

North Carolina duo Beta Radio is proud to announce their sixth studio album Waiting for the End to Come due out on July 19th. After over a decade as bandmates and close friends, Ben Mabry and Brent Holloman broke the mold when they went to Nashville to record their upcoming release. For the first time in their careers, they opened up their process to the outside world, working with new songwriters, and the result was something magical. “Halfway in a Dream” is the latest look into Beta Radio’s new era. The transformative folk ballad is about the epiphany of living life in a haze. The emotive lyrics and haunting harmonies encapsulate the pull of regret and the yearning for human connection.

Listen to “Halfway in a Dream” on all digital retailers HERE and watch the music video HERE.

"’Halfway in a Dream’ is a song about the liminal place between being awake and asleep, not just literally, but also in the sense of feeling ungrounded, and in the strange terrain of a relationship that is unraveling.  Sometimes, when the strain of tension becomes a line to thin to walk, and all the attempts you make to correct it are fruitless… it feels like there’s nowhere to go, and you’re stuck ‘halfway’ and ‘in between,” reflects Ben.

“Halfway in a Dream” follows recent singles “This One’s Going to Hurt” and “Floating Through,” which will appear on the new album due out July 19th via Nettwerk. Pre-save HERE.

On Waiting for the End to Come, Beta Radio is not just on the verge of something new; they are in the midst of it. Recorded during a weeklong retreat in Nashville, the two longtime friends, Ben Mabry and Brent Holloman share a creative experience that bordered on the spiritual.

“That whole week flew by,” Brent adds, “and it was like we were living on a high. It was the first time we were writing songs this quickly.”

If 2021’s Year of Love is about searching for language, answers, and love – Waiting for the End to Come is about finding it. The songs are grounded in a physicality that’s gorgeously set against the sonic wall of acoustic guitars, strings, and the harmonies for which Beta Radio has become so well known. Every song has such an expansive sound for a band that routinely reaches emotional heights while soaring on mystical themes.

Waiting for the End to Come tracklist:
1.    The Grief Of
2.    Floating Through
3.    This Ones Going To Hurt
4.    Imitate A Feast
5.    Halfway In A Dream
6.    When You Got Your Hook In Me
7.    Rolling Away
8.    Find Someone
9.    Wheel of Wonder
10.    Waiting For The End To Come

Maui-born singer and Willie Nelson protégé Lily Meola returns with a fresh, sassy alt-country track titled "Cowboy." The candid song features pop sensibilities layered over a groovy baseline and driving percussion. Listen to the track HERE.

“‘Cowboy’ came to life simply because I wanted to write a song about cowboys. Through its melody, I aimed to capture the spirit of the frontier and the romance of riding into the unknown. It’s the story of a lover who’s just better off alone,” explains Lily.

Since signing with Nettwerk, Lily has released a series of new tracks, including the breakup anthem "Without You" and "Over The Moon," a vulnerable exploration of battling depression. Fans can stay tuned for more details on her forthcoming release by following Lily on her social media channels.

Lily has been on the road over the past few months, performing at Willie Nelson’s historic 90th birthday concert event, where she dueted with Nelson on their song "Will You Remember Mine." She also wrapped up a series of tour dates with Lukas Nelson, playing to packed crowds this past March.

Lily's hit song "Daydream," which has generated over 70 million streams and appeared on the Viral Top 50 charts on streaming platforms in over 27 countries, earned widespread acclaim for its inspirational message and captivating vocals. Released in 2021 following the loss of her mother to cancer, the track urges listeners, “Darling don’t quit your daydream, it’s your life that you’re making. It ain’t big enough if it doesn’t scare the hell out of you.”

Influenced by classic singer-songwriters like Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Cat Stevens, Lily also draws inspiration from contemporary artists such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, and J. Cole. Homeschooled at the house of legendary producer Bob Rock, Lily contributed background vocals to his projects alongside his daughters.

At an early age, Lily's timeless, soaring vocals caught the attention of songwriting and performing icons like Willie Nelson, Steven Tyler, and Kris Kristofferson, with whom she has performed and collaborated. Over the past five years, she has honed her craft as a songwriter, working with artists like Andra Day, Corey Harper, Riley Roth, and hit songwriters such as Tyler Johnson, Hillary Lindsey, Busbee, Caitlyn Smith, Drew Pearson, Liz Rose, Martin Terefe, Barry Dean, Lori McKenna, Natalie Hemby, Luke Laird, Evan Bogart, Ross Golan, Dave Bassett, Andrew Wells, Mitch Allan, Sasha Skarbek, and Eg White.

For more information, follow Lily Meola on her social media platforms and stay tuned for updates on her upcoming releases.

Today, UK-based artist Paris Paloma unveils her highly anticipated debut album Cacophony, a striking collection of 15 tracks that delve into themes of love, grief, death, and power. The album features the viral, Billboard-charting single “labour,” which resonated deeply with women around the globe, sparking tens of thousands of TikToks in response and amassing over 160 million streams on Spotify.

Cacophony is a body of work that ranges from the tender and heartbreaking to the sublimely aggressive and vengeful, drawing from influences of dark pop, folk, and indie music. Paris Paloma's evocative sound and rousing lyrics create an album that feels primal, powerful, and innately feminine.

The album release is accompanied by the premiere of the music video for “last woman on earth,” a haunting track that brings attention to the global epidemic of violence against women. Paris explains, “‘last woman on earth’ speaks to the constant terror of being a woman, wishing for my body to be delivered to nature and to move through the world safely in life and rest peacefully in death. The song pleads to escape the sexual violence and exploitation of women’s bodies within the patriarchy and implores male listeners to feel the same urgency regarding women’s safety.”

Alongside Cacophony, Paris Paloma encourages fans to join her in a #dayofcacophony celebration with activities and events across the world, including a special in-store appearance at Morocco Bound Bookshop in London and signings at St John’s Church with Banquet Records, Rough Trade Bristol, and Rough Trade Liverpool.

Cacophony also features previous singles such as “the warmth,” “boys, bugs and men,” “my mind (now),” “drywall,” “as good a reason,” “yeti,” and the breakout hit “labour.” The album thoughtfully addresses isolation (“pleaser”), community (“his land”), and the celebration of womanhood (“knitting song”), while also exploring what Paris refers to as “the apocalypse songs” (“Triassic love song,” “escape pod,” and “bones on the beach”), which narrate the journey from despair to survival and self-growth.

Paris Paloma has already captivated audiences with performances on BBC’s Later…with Jools Holland and The Kelly Clarkson Show, receiving critical acclaim from major outlets including The Washington Post, The Guardian, The Boston Globe, PAPER, Bust, CNN, NME, Billboard, and Trackstar. Recognized as YouTube’s Trending Artist on the Rise and Spotify’s Juniper Artist to Watch, Paris continues to ascend, selling out headline tours and performing alongside icons like Stevie Nicks.

Earlier this year, Paris honored her devoted fan community with a new version of “labour,” titled “LABOUR (the cacophony),” featuring over 100 fan vocals. This reimagined version has quickly become a sensation, amassing millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

Cacophony is deeply shaped by Paris Paloma’s life, yet it is equally inspired by literature, mythology, art history, and the Romantics. The album’s title, drawn from Stephen Fry’s Mythos, reflects the chaotic creativity that birthed this powerful debut. “From this chaotic cosmic yawn, creation sprang forth,” Paris shares. “This collection makes sense of the overwhelming space of my mind where my anxiety, my OCD, and trauma processing live.”

Listen to and purchase Cacophony HERE.

For more information on Paris Paloma’s upcoming events and shows, visit HERE.

Tracklisting for Cacophony:

    my mind (now)
    pleaser
    his land
    drywall
    labour
    boys, bugs and men
    knitting song
    as good a reason
    triassic love song
    escape pod
    last woman on earth
    bones on the beach
    hunter
    the warmth
    yeti

Paris Paloma Tour Dates:
Headline Tour Dates
August 30 - London, United Kingdom - Banquet Records (in-store) - SOLD OUT
August 31 - Bristol, United Kingdom - Rough Trade (in-store) - SOLD OUT
September 1 - Liverpool, United Kingdom - Rough Trade (in-store)
September 6 - Paris, France - Le Trabendo - SOLD OUT
September 7 - Bruxelles, Belgium - Le Botanique - SOLD OUT
September 9 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Paradiso - SOLD OUT
September 11 - Koln, Germany - Die Kantine - SOLD OUT
September 12 - Hamburg, Germany - Mojo Club - SOLD OUT
September 14 - Berlin, Germany - Heimathafen Neukolln - SOLD OUT
September 15 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Lille VEGA - SOLD OUT
September 17 - Stockholm, Sweden - Debaser Hornstulls Strand
September 18 - Oslo, Germany - Parkteatret Scene
November 17 - Manchester, United Kingdom - Gorilla - SOLD OUT
November 18 - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Oran Mor - SOLD OUT
November 20 - London, United Kingdom - Koko
November 22 - Brighton, United Kingdom - Chalk
November 23 - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Cambridge Junction
November 24 - Bristol, United Kingdom - SWX
November 26 - Nottingham, United Kingdom - Rescue Rooms - SOLD OUT
November 27 - Birmingham, United Kingdom - O2 Academy Birmingham
November 28 - Leeds, United Kingdom - Brudenell Social Club - SOLD OUT