August 2020 – Page 2 – 1st 3 MAGAZINE

Popping The Question – HARDY

22nd August 2020

Accelerating towards the release of his much-anticipated debut album A ROCK (4/9), Big Loud Records’ “loud-and-proud force” (Sounds Like Nashville) HARDY continues previewing the project with brand-new track ‘Boyfriend‘ now available at all streaming platforms and digital retailers.

Penned by HARDY with Zach Abend and Andy Albert, produced by Joey Moi and co-produced by Derek Wells, ‘Boyfriend’ twists a breakup kiss-off into HARDY’s version of a Country love song; a one knee on the floor, lifelong proposition that cuts straight to the chase, showing off the signature turns of phrases and tongue-in-cheek lyrical personality that have become synonymous with his proficient storytelling.

“This song is definitely not what you think when you hear ‘I don’t want to be your boyfriend anymore,’” shares HARDY. “The idea of this song comes from a personal experience, inspired by the one and only Caleigh Ryan, my girlfriend. This is the first ‘I love you’ song, that does not have a redneck twist that I’m releasing – the first real vulnerable love song that I’ve put out, and I’m excited for people to see that side of what I do.” Listen here.

Treating fans in tandem with the all new music, HARDY released the next installment of his HARDY 360 LIVE series today, performing the countrified swooner backed by his full band. The dynamic clip proves that HARDY’s versatility as a songwriter translates just as fluidly to his artistry, delivering the impassioned melody with a hard-rock edge, blending influences like Pearl Jam and John Prine with award-winning lyricism and unapologetic style seamlessly.

Pushing the pedal to the metal on A ROCK, HARDY’s credibility only continues to grow. Current single ‘One Beer‘ feat. Lauren Alaina & Devin Dawson is on the verge of Top 15 at Country radio, while the 2X ACM nominee – Songwriter of the Year and Song of the Year (‘God’s Country’) – was just named the 2020 AIMP Songwriter of the Year, and earned his FIFTH #1 as a songwriter with LOCASH’s ‘One Big Country Song’.

A ROCK releases September 4th – pre-order here

With every new release, Big Loud Records’ HARDY continues to “embody that classic Country spirit while pushing the boundaries of modern radio music” (American Songwriter). His Top 20 single ‘ONE BEER’ feat. Lauren Alaina & Devin Dawson is accelerating at Country radio now, previewing his debut album, A ROCK (4/9), alongside fan favourite ‘BOOTS’, and newest release ‘GIVE HEAVEN SOME HELL’. The collection follows 2019’s countrified mixtape HiXTAPE VOL. 1 — praised by Billboard as “one of the most ambitious projects of the year” — and career-launching EPs THIS OLE BOY and WHERE TO FIND ME. As the newly-minted 2020 AIMP Songwriter of the Year, a MusicRow 2020 Next Big Thing artist, CMA Triple Play award recipient and Vevo DSCVR artist, the pride of Philadelphia, MS has earned his reputation as “Nashville’s Most Clever New Redneck Songwriter” (Rolling Stone) with five #1 singles as a writer since 2018: Morgan Wallen’s 2X Platinum “Up Down,” Florida Georgia Line’s 2X Platinum “Simple,” Chris Lane’s Platinum “I Don’t Know About You,” Blake Shelton’s 3X Platinum “God’s Country,” and LOCASH’s “One Big Country Song.” The ACM nominee for Songwriter of the Year and Song of the Year (“God’s Country”) has shared the stage with FGL, Chris Lane, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell and Morgan Wallen.

Re-Dub – KMFDM

22nd August 2020

Music News

Ever since forming in 1984, KMFDM have been widely regarded as one of the driving forces in what is termed ‘industrial rock’.

However, in reality the band has always been much more, incorporating elements of so many musical styles that this has resulted in what they themselves refer to as the Ultra Heavy Beat.

Their last album, 2019’s ‘PARADISE’, was a bold statement on the precarious state of the world, with the heaviest infusion of funk and dub sounds the band has exhibited since landmark albums such as ‘UAIOE’ (1988) and ‘NAÏVE’ (1990).

Now, in 2020, KMFDM takes this to the next level with ‘IN DUB’, which reinterprets songs spanning their entire career into a blistering display of chilled-out grooves and spaced out atmospheres. With a long history of addressing political issues and encouraging social revolution, it is fitting that band founder Sascha ‘Käpt’n K’ Konietzko should reach back to some of KMFDM’s earliest roots in dub music and present a fresh take on what it truly means to ‘Rip the System!’

“Everything old is new again,” sings Lucia Cifarelli on ‘Real Dub Thing’, and in doing so perfectly defines the power of ‘IN DUB’. Mosh pit anthems are reimagined into a bevy of meditative grooves laden with strident horns, shrill organs and slithering bass lines, such as on ‘A Dub Against War’, ‘Hau Dub’ and the album opening ‘Dub Light’. Andrew ‘Ocelot’ Lindsley’s incendiary rapping on ‘K•M•F Dub’ and Cifarelli’s vicious and vivacious vocals shine brightly on tracks like ‘Superhero Dub’, ‘Amnesia Dub’ and the in-your-face electrified sonic assault of ‘Rebelz Dub’.

Throughout the album, Andee Blacksugar’s accompanying guitar textures and angular solos add that extra dash of audio intrigue, making for one of the most unique outings in the lengthy KMFDM discography.

As the world is held by the ever-tightening dual grip of pandemic and sociopolitical upheaval, ‘IN DUB’ proves that KMFDM remains as powerful a voice for revolution as ever. Angry yet hopeful, tranquil yet energetic, ‘IN DUB’ is no mere remix album – this is KMFDM looking back to its original inspirations to make a pure and honest statement that the world no longer need be a paradise for assholes.

“Dub and reggae music has been one of the greatest and most constant musical influences to me. I have been nurturing the idea of making this album for so many years…and here we go!” – Käpt’n K

TRACKLISTING
1 Dub Light
2 Superhero Dub
3 Dub Uranus
4 Bumaye Dub
5 A Dub Against War
6 Amnesia Dub
7 K.M.F Dub
8 Rebelz Dub
9 Hau Dub
10 Real Dub Thing
11 No God
12 Para Dub

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Going Green – ALUNA

21st August 2020

Music News

Aluna releases her brand new single “Envious”, the fourth track to be released from her upcoming debut solo album ‘Renaissance’, out on August 28^th via Mad Decent.

The new track was featured alongside a new interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music, and is accompanied by her empowering official music video directed by Hamadou Frederic Balde.

Speaking about the new song, Aluna reveals, “I think people really need this song right now because I believe it’s my best ‘cry dance’ song; a style I coined to describe that exquisite feeling when all your emotions are released while dancing so you cry at the same time. I feel like in these times people need that at least once a day!”

Listen to “Envious” HERE.

‘Renaissance’ will see its global release on August 28^th via Mad Decent, and features contributions from Princess Nokia, Jada Kingdom, SG Lewis, KAYTRANADA, Rema, and more.

2020 has already been a momentous year for Aluna, her latest singles have amassed more than 14 million combined global streams, with 1.9K global radio spins in 32 countries, garnering global support from some of the world’s most respected radio stations, including BBC Radio 1 (UK),Triple J (Australia), KCRW, KEXP, and Sirius’ BPM Station in the U.S. Spotify’s New Music Friday has championed her in more than 20 countries this year, as well as placing her on the cover of their flagship dance playlist Mint and Dance Rising. Nectar (Amazon Music), and Today’s Dance (Pandora) also continue to amplify her solo project as she gears up to her debut album release.

In June British born, Los Angeles based Aluna also penned a powerful open letter to the global dance community, demanding the community re-assess the platforms and positioning of Black creators within the dance world. “When I started looking at all the challenges I face being a black woman making dance I realized I wanted to do more than just create a space for myself – I want all black people to know that the genre of Dance is their heritage and they should feel included and encouraged to create under that banner by expanding the genre to be culturally and racially inclusive.” Read the full letter HERE.

One half and front-woman of the internationally renowned duo AlunaGeorge, the critically acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer has stepped out on her own having inked a global deal with Los Angeles based record label Mad Decent. On stepping out solo, the British born, Los Angeles based artist shares: “In the past when performing on the stages of my white male peers, I always felt like a visitor being one of the few Black women I could see, so it never fully occurred to me to claim dance music as my music, as an artist, even though it was at the heart of my connection to music.” She continues. “Then I looked at the history of dance music and saw how, for example, Chicago House, known as the invention of house music, was pioneered in the Black and Latino LGTBQ+ communities which gave me inspiration to stake my flag in the ground as a Black woman in dance music by taking control of production and songwriting with my own vibe.”

On signing to Mad Decent, record label founder and long-time friend Diplo revealed, “I’ve been a fan of Aluna for years – her voice, her style and her way of putting records together. Having her sign to Mad Decent feels like a family reunion – can’t wait to get these records out to everyone. Huge project for Mad Decent.”

‘Renaissance’ drops worldwide on August 28^th.

Pre-order/Pre-save ‘Renaissance’ Digitally HERE
Pre-order ‘Renaissance’ 2xLP HERE

RENAISSANCE TRACK LIST
01 I’ve Been Starting To Love All The Things I Hate
02 Warrior (feat. SG Lewis)
03 Sneak
04 Envious
05 Don’t Hit My Line
06 Aluna, Princess Nokia & Jada Kingdom – Get Paid
07 Aluna, KAYTRANADA – The Recipe (feat. Rema)
08 Body Pump
09 Ain’t My Business
10 Off Guard
11 Back Up
12 Pressure
13 Surrender
14 Whistle

Surprise Surprise – TENILLE TOWNES

21st August 2020

Country News

Breakthrough singer, songwriter and musician Tenille Townes is the winner of New Female Artist of the Year at the 55th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards. This year’s awards host, Keith Urban, surprised Townes with the news via Zoom.

Townes joins an impressive list of winners in the category including previous recipients Ashley McBryde, Lauren Alaina, Maren Morris and Kelsea Ballerini. Of the honour, Townes shares, “I’ll always remember this feeling, standing here as a new artist. I feel so honoured and incredibly grateful just to be a part of this country music community that inspires me. Receiving this ACM Award feels like belief from that community, and that means so much to me.”

Still to come, Townes is also nominated for Musical Event of the Year for “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” with Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Ashley McBryde, Caylee Hammack and Elle King at this year’s ACM Awards. Townes will also perform during the awards ceremony, which will air on CBS on Wednesday, Sept. 16th.

This recognition continues a breakout year for Townes, whose is the most nominated artist at this year’s Canadian Country Music Awards with six nominations and whose critically acclaimed debut album, The Lemonade Stand, is out now on Columbia Nashville in partnership with RCA Records (stream/purchase here). Produced by Jay Joyce (Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town), the album consists of twelve songs written by Townes including “When I Meet My Maker,” which she recently performed on NBC’s “ TODAY.” Recent critical praise for The Lemonade Stand includes:

“it’s ultimately hopeful, empathetic, and supremely welcome at a moment when it’s easy to start feeling like everything looks pretty bleak”—Rolling Stone

“The Lemonade Stand is a good country album just about any way you spin it…Tenille Townes has the talent and energy that turns country singers into country stars”—Paste

“overflowing with longing, love and light…a unique sound in country, containing a fierceness that’s a perfect fit for her passion-packed lyrics”—People

“finds her a confident and credible artist clearly capable of courting widespread crossover appeal…one of country’s most promising up and comers”—American Songwriter

Lyrically, Tenille Townes’ American debut The Lemonade Stand may be the best of 2020…the humble master of turning a social statement into a poetic, concise and melodic country song”—Taste of Country

“It’s the kind of refreshing country music you didn’t even know your life was thirsty for”—CMT

“there’s nothing more integral to Townes’ first full-length career venture than this sense of community…continues the tradition of country music as a storytelling medium.”—Forbes

“Whether the ambiance in her songs welcomes in elements of carefree pop, country-leaning strings or unembellished acoustic guitar, Townes sketches truth throughout every song”—Music Row

Of the album, Townes reflects, “The Lemonade Stand is a collection of songs that mean so much to me and are the way I see the world in this season of my life right now. I want this music to be like a gathering place, where people can come and be filled up. I hope this record reminds people of who they are, that they are not alone, and reminds them of their dreams. This record is the dream that I had when I was a seven-year-old kid singing along in the backseat of the car. She would really be freaking out right now.”

In celebration of the album release, Townes recently raised $89,000 during her virtual “Big Hearts For Big Kids” fundraiser with all proceeds benefitting two organisations: Sunrise House (a local youth shelter in Townes’ hometown of Grande Prairie, Alberta) and Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee’s Troop 6000 (an initiative that supports girls without permanent housing in the Nashville area). In the eleven years since Townes started the annual fundraiser, “Big Hearts For Big Kids” has raised over $2 million. Hosted at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, the event featured Townes performing songs from the new album as well as special at-home performances from Dierks Bentley, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Andy Grammer, Mickey Guyton, Caylee Hammack, Ashley McBryde, Lori McKenna, Chrissy Metz, John Osborne and Lucie Silvas.

The release of The Lemonade Stand adds to breakthrough series of years for Townes, who is a MusicRow 2020 Next Big Thing Artist, an iHeartCountry’s “On The Verge” artist and has been included in Amazon Music’s “2019 Artists To Watch,” CMT’s “Next Women of Country,” iHeart Radio’s “Artists To Watch in 2019,” “The Bobby Bones Show’s” “Class of 2019,” CMT’s “Listen Up” and the inaugural class of “Opry NextStage.” Additionally, she is featured in the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum’s new American Currents: State of the Music exhibit.

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On The Rise – MERCURY CIRCLE

21st August 2020

Mainly Metal

Founding member and drummer of extreme metal icons CHILDREN OF BODOM, Jaska Raatikainen, has announced to join MERCURY CIRCLE, the brand new project by Iconcrash’s and Swallow the Sun’s Jaani Peuhu.

Being around with CHILDREN OF BODOM for remarkable twenty six years and touring the globe ever since, the band’s enthralling mix of melodic hooks and instrumental acrobatics have solidified them as one of the leading voices of music’s new generation.

It has been hard for Jaska Raatikainen to make any strict musical future plans since quitting COB in 2019, but all of this changed when he heard the demos by Peuhu.

“After hearing the demo tracks from the upcoming debut album I thought it would be stupid not to join this band. The music was something I hadn’t heard for a long time. Dark, emotional, epic elements and big choruses.
I am truly excited for the opportunity to be part of this. I know it is a long way to the top but with these guys I feel honoured and ready to do it again.”

CHILDREN OF BODOM is one of Finland’s most successful bands, whose name has its roots in perhaps the most famous murder mystery in the Finnish country. The band managed to release ten studio albums and reached numerous fans around the world with their technical death metal. CHILDREN OF BODOM‘s last performance was at the Helsinki Ice Hall on December 15, 2019.

Raatikainen‘s new musical adventure, MERCURY CIRCLE, just unleashed their well received brand new debut EP, titled “The Dawn Of Vitriol”, on August 14th via Noble Demon and The Vinyl Division. Born as a brainchild in 2018 by two times Finnish grammy award nominated producer, songwriter and musician Jaani Peuhu, MERCURY CIRCLE is creating a diverse offering of atmospheric and darkly music where the songs differ wildly in expression and sonic aesthetics, establishing their very own kind of “New Doom”.

Already working on their first full length record for early 2021, the final words belong to Jaska Raatikainen:

“The Dawn Of Vitriol” is out now on Noble Demon and The Vinyl Division and available to purchase at THIS LOCATION

“The Dawn Of Vitriol”:
01. Oil Of Vitriol

02. The Beauty Of Agony
03. Black Flags

04. The Last Fall
05. New Dawn

MERCURY CIRCLE are:

Jaani Peuhu – Vocals, Guitars, Synths (Iconcrash, Swallow the Sun, Hallatar)

Jussi Hämäläinen – Guitars, Synths, Backing vocals (Hanging Garden, The Chant)

Juppe Sutela – Guitars (To/Die/For)

Ande Kiiski – Bass (Sleep of Monsters, Rytmihäiriö)

Jaska Raatikainen – Drums (Children of Bodom)

For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/mercurycircleofficial

https://www.instagram.com/mercurycircleband

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F@CKING SURPRISE – Devon Kay & the Solutions

20th August 2020

Music News

Devon Kay & the Solutions will be releasing their third full length album tomorrow, August 21st, 2020 via A-F Records.

Devon Kay has used the term “the Solutions” to describe the members of his band his entire life. “The problem is,” Devon says, “my songs are only really good as the people in the band.” This is noticeable on the band’s third full length release Limited Joy. What was mainly a three-piece band, where Devon would experiment with his song writing, became a full six-piece rock spectacle on the band’s latest effort.

Longtime members/songwriters Devon Kay & Ryan Scottie (Drums) perfected a remote platform of recording after the best friends moved to different coasts. This style is showcased on last year’s album, Yes, I Can’t.

“We haven’t stepped foot inside a real studio in ages. There is no point. We are all budget minded people who make art with our own money. We don’t dream of setting up for two weeks in a studio. We like to work on stuff after work in our home studios that for some of us are just laptops and some consumer microphones.”

Limited Joy is a step in a much larger direction for The Solutions. With the addition of Jacob Horn (Trombone), Jake Levinson (Bass), Ian Terry (Trumpet), & Joram Zbichorski (Keyboards) the band can now dip into a whole new world of sounds. Pulling inspiration from a love of pop punk and ska to new wave influence to big band horn lines, The Solutions are open to expanding the “ska-punk” genre to something you don’t need to apologize for liking… modern ska fans get it.

“All of these new Solutions are all crazy good musicians from Wisconsin. I dunno why I found this treasure trove of WI musicians by way of Chicago but I did and you can’t have them.”

Since returning in 2019 the band is in full force with a new signing to A-F Records and has shared the stage with bands like All American Rejects, Bomb the Music Industry! & Dollar Signs.

Release Date: August 21st, 2020
Label: A-F Records
Formats: Digital/Vinyl
Devon Kay and the Solutions: Bandcamp | Facebook | | Instagram | Twitter
A-F Records: Bandcamp | Facebook | Instagram | TwitterAlbum Credits:
Devon Kay – Vocals & Guitar
Ryan Scottie – Drums
Jake Levinson – Bass
Jacob Horn – Trombone
Ian Terry – Trumpet
Joram Zbichorski – Keyboards

All music written and performed by Devon Kay and the Solutions
Mixed and Mastered by Mike Kennerty & Erik Atwell

Album Art:
Walker DuBois

Soulful Enlightenment – AIDEN TULLOCH

20th August 2020

Music News

Aidan Tulloch is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter/composer/poet who creates contemporary alternative music for the fever pitches of everyday life.

Writing for both page and stage, the Thirsk-raised artist is currently based between North Yorkshire and Cambridge where he is at university. His forthcoming EP, Somewhere Without Lights, is his truest record so far; a nostalgic retrospective that intersects recollections of a gritty Yorkshire youth with mature artistic sensibilities.

The down-to-earth musician’s honest and emotive five-track EP emerges from the idea of feeling truly alive, whether that’s in a dark night of the soul, or dancing until they turn the lights on. It’s also a record fascinated by the night, where, as Tulloch says, “sound and light get a chance to go off piste.”

The release begins with the exhilarating “Milk and Orange Juice.” A track that recalls the familiar catharsis of a heady night. Warm and sporty, the song is built around a phenomenally distinctive and incandescent drop. This track also showcases Tulloch’s own live violin, giving a nod to his classical training, blending old and new to craft a fresh and forward-thinking sound.

Then there is “Goalposts” — a throwback indie rock festival singalong that might just make you feel 16 again. Euphoric guitar riffs create a space for Tulloch to look back to the endless summer days of his North Yorkshire adolescence.

Next, the record’s centrepiece is the understated “Santa Susanna,” where vague impressions and recollections constitute an intimate reverie with a hazy, on the road, homemade vibe.

“Song for Armageddon,” perhaps the record’s most energetic highlight is a song to turn to when it all becomes too much. Driving beats, soaring synths, and jangly guitars propel this euphoric floor-filler. Ticking all the boxes for a generational anthem, the track is something immense, something beautiful, something nostalgic, and something visceral.

Finally, title track “Somewhere Without Lights” is the calm after the storm; the warm, still evening after the oppressive heat; the huge emptiness; the fingers through your hair when you lie in bed; the space. Showcasing Tulloch’s real knack for cinematic piano, it’s a lyricless canvas that uses unconventional time signatures, organic textures, and icy pianos to bring a clear and peaceful end to the record.

With the aim of creating music that can be a sanctuary or outlet for others, the songwriter shares: — “As a fan, I’ve noticed the beautiful effect that music can have on people in terms of euphoria, comfort, intensity, and depth. I’m at a stage now where I want to create that for other people. Sometimes everything just seems banal, stagnant, stuck, and I want to create musical and poetic environments to feel released from that.”

Inspired by music that breaks new artistic ground and embraces the complexity of humanity, Tulloch owes a lot to his love of projects like The National and Kiasmos while also drawing from minimalist composers like Cage, Glass and Reich. In all, this EP is postmodern in that it’s referential — the artist opens a photo album and finds sketches of himself listening to indie rock, pop, electronica, folk, and classical and listens to that all over again.

While, on the surface, Tulloch often indulges in infectious, frivolous pop, his razor sharp lyrics and high-quality musicianship ensure that Somewhere Without Lights is always brutally profound. This substantial first record might just be the earliest sign of a refreshingly authentic, likeable, and talented artist — feeling his way as the poster-boy-next-door for a new generation as he tentatively comes of age.

http://www.aidantulloch.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aidan.tulloch/

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Gimme Shelter – STARBENDERS

20th August 2020

Music News

Atlanta glam punk four piece, STARBENDERS have released the official music video for their elegant acoustic rendition of ‘One Of Us‘ from most recent album ‘Love Potions‘.

Speaking on the band’s latest track, ‘One Of Us’, vocalist Kimi Shelter says:

“The bond within our band is one that is unique and precious to us. People and places come in and out of our lives the same way that cities fly past my window in the van. We feel safe in the chaos because we have each other. As we go faster, the blur intensifies and we’re left feeling almost childlike in our restlessness. Craving the warm embrace of anything that represents home, but not being able to sit still long enough to receive it. Life on the road swirled with feelings of longful lamentation inspired the writing of ‘One Of Us’. When you’re torn between worlds and you can feel your soul begging for mercy, expression can be your only salvation. The words and music poured right out of me.”

STARBENDERS have also announced the ‘One Of Us’ bundle that includes both the original and acoustic versions of the track.

‘Love Potions’ is STARBENDERS first full-length release with world renowned independent label, Sumerian Records and follows the announcement of their signing last year. B.I.J.Records has released ‘Love Potions’ in Japan.

STARBENDERS | LOVE POTIONS
Sumerian Records
Release Date: February 14th 2020

01. Hangin’ On Tonight
02. Getting Harder
03. Precious (feat. Remington Leith)
04. Holy Mother
05. BITCHES BE WITCHES
06. London
07. Push
08. Never Gonna Die
09. Cover Me
10. Can’t Cheat Time
11. Coming Up Roses
12. Down & Out
13. Something Ain’t Right
14. One Of Us

There really isn’t anyone else out there doing what STARBENDERS have been since forming in 2014: The intoxicating combination of ‘70s glitter and ‘80s glam with new wave and new romantic, seduced into this new decade by four thrilling musicians and, in frontwoman Kimi Shelter, one of the most exciting songwriters in contemporary rock & roll.

The band is completed by bassist Aaron Lecesne, guitarist Kriss Tokaji and drummer Emily Moon, with Moon making her full-length debut with the band on ‘Love Potions’. The album sees STARBENDERS moving in a more adventurous and slightly experimental direction. Speaking on the process of creating ‘Love Potions’, Shelter adds

“It’s really interesting to see it bloom into what it is now, I guess us leveling up as far as musicians go, and having to be capable of pivoting — be decisive and be resourceful in the midst of creating as well — has really shaped us. The sound has captured this sort of restless, relentless side of my spirit. We got to that very hungry place and, as a writer, my voice started to become more confident, while it became more vulnerable. As a band, we’ve been doing some big tours in-between the recordings and have been playing live quite a bit. The violence of the stage has shown up in our sound as well.”

The band have already created quite a stir in the media with a ferocious Audio Tree session under their belts and drummer Emily Moon performing as the guest drummer for The 8G Band on Late Night With Seth Meyers in late October last year.

Open your minds and ready your souls, STARBENDERS are coming for both.

Kimi Shelter – Vox & Guitar
Aaron Lecesne – Bass
Emily Moon – Drums
Kriss Tokaji – Guitar

www.starbenders.com
starbenders.jp

Super Absorbent – KID DAD

20th August 2020

Music News

The creation of ‘In A Box’ was fuelled by songwriting trips to England, China and Switzerland, as well as much time spent in Berlin.

Regarding the experience of recording over a prolonged period of time, vocalist Marius Vieth says “I really enjoyed working with so many different setups.

You absorb everything when you’re young – I want to take advantage of that.” “‘In A Box’ is ambiguous,” he continues, musing on the album’s title. “Is the box your prison or your hiding place? Do you get claustrophobic when you think about sitting in a noiseless, random, dark box or do you even wish to be in such a place? People cannot be divided or sorted by this question. It is the moments, the feelings, the actions that make everyone react and feel differently.

Torn between fear and longing, we tell each of you what we feel and how far-reaching those feelings are within this album.”

Tix for Kid Dad’s “In A Box Tour 2021” on sale NOW!

www.kid-dad.com/LIVE [UK] & https://kj.de/tickets.html?artist=5693 [GER]

KID DAD:

Max: Maximilian Alexander Zdunek (Bass/Backing Vocals)

Marius: Marius Vieth (Vocals/Guitar)

Michael/Michi: Michael Reihle (Drums) Yoshi: Joshua Meinert (Guitar)

https://www.kid-dad.com

https://www.facebook.com/kiddadband

https://www.instagram.com/kiddad/

https://twitter.com/kiddaddudes

Riding It Out – Jeremy Ivey

19th August 2020

Music News

Although it was written over a year ago, Jeremy Ivey’s new single “Someone Else’s Problem” couldn’t be more apt for today’s pandemic-ridden and racially charged times. Co-written with Ivey’s wife Margo Price, the song is the first new track from Ivey’s sophomore effort Waiting Out The Storm, produced by Price and coming out October 9 via ANTI- . Tracing the steps of a well-to-do businessman who doesn’t initially think issues like war, famine and immigration affect him, watch the new video for “Someone Else’s Problem” HERE.

“There’s no such thing as someone else’s problem,” Ivey states. “As cliché as it is, we’re all a living organism together, and we have to take care of ourselves while taking care of each other.”

That lesson resonates quite closely with Ivey. As a Nashville resident, he and his fellow citizens have witnessed a series of unimaginable hardships over the last year, from the devastating tornado that ripped through the city in March to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic—which Ivey himself fell ill to for several months. “I couldn’t quite beat it, so I was on the fringe,” he recalls. “It was rough. I had to deal with my mortality in a way that I hadn’t done yet. I’m enjoying my life a little bit more now, though. I’m appreciating my health more. Sometimes it takes staring death in the face to get to that point.”

Waiting Out The Storm is Ivey’s follow-up to last year’s The Dream and the Dreamer, which was described as a collection of “image-rich storytelling with brooding psychedelia” by the Nashville Scene while Rolling Stone said it evokes “ ‘Mutations’-era Beck along with classic country.”

For the first time in his songwriting career, Ivey wrote the lyrics for this album’s songs first with the music coming second. The record takes a wider look at the world around us—the landscape, the people that populate it, and the ways in which we help each other survive against all odds. With his band the Extraterrestrials, Waiting Out The Storm finds Ivey expanding his sound and lyricism with electricity coursing through his veins and a passionate sense of urgency in his words.

“I decided to be political, but not so strongly one-sided about it,” he continues when speaking on Waiting Out the Storm‘s lyrical themes. “Some of these songs are about things that are current, but they could also be true 30 years from now.”

Pre-Order ‘Waiting Out The Storm’

1. Tomorrow People
2. Paradise Alley
3. Movies
4. Hands Down In Your Pockets
5. White Shadow
6. Things Could Get Much Worse
7. Someone Else’s Problem
8. Loser Town
9. What’s The Matter Esther
10. How It Has To Be

JEREMY IVEY
www.jeremyivey.net
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Popping The Question – HARDY

Accelerating towards the release of his much-anticipated debut album A ROCK (4/9), Big Loud Records’ “loud-and-proud force” (Sounds Like Nashville) HARDY continues previewing the project with brand-new track ‘Boyfriend‘ now available at all streaming platforms and digital retailers.

Re-Dub – KMFDM

Ever since forming in 1984, KMFDM have been widely regarded as one of the driving forces in what is termed ‘industrial rock’.

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Going Green – ALUNA

Aluna releases her brand new single “Envious”, the fourth track to be released from her upcoming debut solo album ‘Renaissance’, out on August 28^th via Mad Decent.

Surprise Surprise – TENILLE TOWNES

Breakthrough singer, songwriter and musician Tenille Townes is the winner of New Female Artist of the Year at the 55th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards. This year’s awards host, Keith Urban, surprised Townes with the news via Zoom.

On The Rise – MERCURY CIRCLE

Founding member and drummer of extreme metal icons CHILDREN OF BODOM, Jaska Raatikainen, has announced to join MERCURY CIRCLE, the brand new project by Iconcrash’s and Swallow the Sun’s Jaani Peuhu.

F@CKING SURPRISE – Devon Kay & the Solutions

Devon Kay & the Solutions will be releasing their third full length album tomorrow, August 21st, 2020 via A-F Records.

Soulful Enlightenment – AIDEN TULLOCH

Aidan Tulloch is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter/composer/poet who creates contemporary alternative music for the fever pitches of everyday life.

Gimme Shelter – STARBENDERS

Atlanta glam punk four piece, STARBENDERS have released the official music video for their elegant acoustic rendition of ‘One Of Us‘ from most recent album ‘Love Potions‘.

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Super Absorbent – KID DAD

The creation of ‘In A Box’ was fuelled by songwriting trips to England, China and Switzerland, as well as much time spent in Berlin.

Riding It Out – Jeremy Ivey

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Monthly Archives: August 2020

Popping The Question – HARDY

Accelerating towards the release of his much-anticipated debut album A ROCK (4/9), Big Loud Records’ “loud-and-proud force” (Sounds Like Nashville) HARDY continues previewing the project with brand-new track ‘Boyfriend‘ now available at all streaming platforms and digital retailers.

Re-Dub – KMFDM

Ever since forming in 1984, KMFDM have been widely regarded as one of the driving forces in what is termed ‘industrial rock’.

facebook.com/officialkmfdm

Going Green – ALUNA

Aluna releases her brand new single “Envious”, the fourth track to be released from her upcoming debut solo album ‘Renaissance’, out on August 28th via Mad Decent.

Surprise Surprise – TENILLE TOWNES

Breakthrough singer, songwriter and musician Tenille Townes is the winner of New Female Artist of the Year at the 55th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards. This year’s awards host, Keith Urban, surprised Townes with the news via Zoom.

On The Rise – MERCURY CIRCLE

Founding member and drummer of extreme metal icons CHILDREN OF BODOM, Jaska Raatikainen, has announced to join MERCURY CIRCLE, the brand new project by Iconcrash’s and Swallow the Sun’s Jaani Peuhu.

F@CKING SURPRISE – Devon Kay & the Solutions

Devon Kay & the Solutions will be releasing their third full length album tomorrow, August 21st, 2020 via A-F Records.

Soulful Enlightenment – AIDEN TULLOCH

Aidan Tulloch is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter/composer/poet who creates contemporary alternative music for the fever pitches of everyday life.

Gimme Shelter – STARBENDERS

Atlanta glam punk four piece, STARBENDERS have released the official music video for their elegant acoustic rendition of ‘One Of Us‘ from most recent album ‘Love Potions‘.

www.starbenders.comstarbenders.jp

Super Absorbent – KID DAD

The creation of ‘In A Box’ was fuelled by songwriting trips to England, China and Switzerland, as well as much time spent in Berlin.

Riding It Out – Jeremy Ivey

Newsletter

Aluna releases her brand new single “Envious”, the fourth track to be released from her upcoming debut solo album ‘Renaissance’, out on August 28^th via Mad Decent.

www.starbenders.com
starbenders.jp