Dearly Beloved will release Times Square Discount on October 25 viaFuture Shock Records. The Toronto outfit is the creative braintrust of vocalist/bassist Rob Higgins and vocalist/percussionist/Theremin abuser Niva Chow and the new album features Dimitri Coats of OFF! on guitar, James Di Salvio of Bran Van 3000 and M83 conscript Jordan Lawlor. Dearly Beloved hits the road in Europe + UK with Sebadoh on Friday and today, shares the ‘coming of age’ video for sonic statue, “Close Encounters” – with emphasis on the coming. Director Marc Sidelsky says, “The video is essentially a simple tale of the hormonal drives of a suburban teenage boy but most importantly, it all builds to a terrific climax.” The track is out Friday…
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Philadelphia’s own Crossed Keys are gearing up to release Saviors, a seven song EP that will appeal to fans of Samiam, The Bomb, and The Loved Ones. The melodic punk quintet features former members of Kid Dynamite, Zolof the Rock & Roll Destroyer, and The Curse. Two weeks ago, they released “Times of Grace” a fiery track that plays like a love letter to the ethos of embracing D.I.Y. culture. Today, they are following it up with “Everything Breaks.” Teaming up with D.I.Why? Productions, the band created a playful music video based on the song title. The video features singer Josh Alvarez slugging through his day as everything around…
Today, Anna of the North releases enchanting visuals for her recent single, “Dream Girl.” The video follows the announcement of her forthcoming sophomore album, which will be released on October 25th. The effervescent track blends Anna’s idyllic, hypnotic vocals over saccharine melodies as she sings refreshingly honest lyrics. The video perfectly compliments the ethereal vibe of the track, with Anna seen singing longingly on a beautifully ornate estate. WATCH THE NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “DREAM GIRL” With synth beats, whimsical melodies, soulful vocals and her penchant for relatable and confessional lyrics, the Scandinavian songstress is cementing herself as one of the most exciting and endearing artists out there. The shimmer-pop track is…
Anyone who believes there are no second chances needs to be re-introduced to Ren Harvieu. Seven years after her Top 5 debut album, having overcome a life-threatening injury, the Salford-born singer-songwriter returns with “Teenage Mascara”, the first track from a new album due for release Spring 2020 via Bella Union. The album is a brilliant, bolder and broader take on her timeless pop classicism, a compelling diary of a struggle with self-belief and a celebration of liberation and survival. “Teenage Mascara” is accompanied by a colorful and exuberant video directed by celebrated photographer Rankin. Of the track Harvieu says: “I see Teenage Mascara as a dance…
Pop singer and performer Frankie Zulferino releases his new single “Stuck on You” today. The captivating ballad was written by Frankie and singer/songwriter Jared Lee, and inspired by Frankie’s attempt to move on from a relationship but feeling frozen in the moment. LISTEN TO “STUCK ON YOU” Stuck on You is the first offering off of his new album No Boundaries due in early October—available to pre-order now. Frankie infuses a number of genres into his new album, including pop, disco, R&B, and Motown, to portray his true self. Inspired by full-fledged artists such as Janet Jackson and Bruno Mars,…