Author: Declan Hafey

Roosevelt Continues Rising Up With New Single, ‘Rising’

August 17, 2023

Yesterday, German singer/songwriter/producer Marius Lauber, better known in the music industry as Roosevelt, released his fourth single of 2023, titled ‘Rising’. The new electronic piece is part of his fourth studio album, titled ‘Embrace’, which is accompanied by a tour across North America, where Roosevelt will perform the album in cities across Canada, Mexico and the United States with his trio of backing band members.

Corey Taylor Teases ‘CMF2’ Further With Latest Single ‘Talk Sick’

August 17, 2023

On Wednesday, legendary vocalist, guitarist and lyricist Corey Taylor released the third single, ‘Talk Sick’, from his second solo album, ‘CMF2’. After recording ‘We Are Not Your Kind’ with Slipknot, which received widespread critical acclaim, Taylor chose to focus on his individual career, recording and releasing his first solo album, titled ‘CMFT’, in 2020. Now, he’s soon to follow it up with the sequel, which releases in mid September.

Brian Eno’s Top Boy Series Soundtrack Announced By Netflix

August 17, 2023

Yesterday, Netflix announced the release date of the smash hit crime drama Top Boy’s soundtrack album. Produced by legendary musician and composer Brian Eno, the new album will come in vinyl, CD and digital format, and will be releasing as early as September 1st for digital release and the 29th for physical formats. This is the first time in its 12-year broadcasting cycle that any music produced for Top Boy will be publicly available for audiences to listen to.

Comedian Kyle Gordon Releases First Single From New Album

August 16, 2023

On Tuesday, comedian, actor, and now musician Kyle Gordon released the first single, titled ‘Planet of the Bass’, off his debut album, ‘Kyle Gordon Is Great’, on streaming platforms, along with an accompanying music video on YouTube. The highly anticipated lead single’s music video features DJ Crazy Times and fictional character Ms. Biljana Electronica (created by Gordon and three TikTok content creators).

Chart-Topping Group You Me At Six Release Zoetrope Picture Disc Of ‘Truth Decay’

August 16, 2023

Yesterday, British rock band You Me At Six announced that their most recent album, ‘Truth Decay’, would be getting a unique treatment akin to no other; a limited edition zoetrope vinyl disc release, with 2,000 copies printed for sale. The album has received critical acclaim since its release 6 months ago, and has performed exceptionally well on British charts, reaching #4 in the UK.

Legendary Guitarist Andy Taylor Announces First Solo Album In Over 30 Years

August 16, 2023

Yesterday, legendary guitarist and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Andy Taylor announced his first solo album release since ‘Dangerous’ in 1990. The new album, titled ‘Man’s a Wolf to Man’, will be releasing on the 8th of September, 2023. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Taylor has suffered through a number of disheartening events, including his prostate cancer diagnosis – events that he documents on several songs.

The Two Man Travelling Medicine Show Release Single ‘I’m So Angry I Could Vote’

August 16, 2023

The English group The Two Man Travelling Medicine Show released their latest single, ‘I’m So Angry I Could Vote’, off their upcoming album, ‘Folkadelica’. Detailing the stark contrast between the French and English political situations, where riots in France were caused by a seemingly insignificant decision, while in England, politicians can do what they please without fear of backlash, the song is an energetic anthem that calls for action from the English people.

American Rockers NEEDTOBREATHE Announce Long-Awaited 9th Album

August 14, 2023

Legendary American rock band NEEDTOBREATHE have announced their highly anticipated ninth album release, ‘Caves’, due on September 15th. The eleven-track long LP follows up their 2021 album, ‘Into The Mystery’, which was their fifth consecutive chart-topper on the Christian Music charts, and features several special guests from across the music industry.

Fox Jackson Drops ‘Glimpses’, His New Summer Anthem

August 14, 2023

Last week, on the 11th of August, up-and-coming funky singer Fox Jackson released his latest single, the feel-good track ‘Glimpses’. This is Jackson’s first track of 2023, following up his double-sided releases ‘Funky Baby’ and ‘Anything For You’ in 2022, and was most certainly worth the wait, as the English artist has worked hard to create a brilliant new summer anthem for anyone to enjoy.

Irish Duo Martellos Release Newest Single, ‘95 (Strawberry Blonde)’

August 14, 2023

Irish electronic music duo Martellos are set to release their latest single, ‘95 (Strawberry Blonde)’, on 25 August across streaming platforms. Following on from their previous track, ‘West’, which has received significant radio airplay on stations like RTE 2FM, ‘95 (Strawberry Blonde)’ is an emotive piece, with heartfelt lyrics and a brilliant instrumental combining to create an awesome new track.

Independent Irish Outfit Raging Sons Release Their 2nd Single Of 2023

August 11, 2023

Earlier today, Ireland’s freshest alt-rock outfit, Raging Sons, released their latest single, titled ‘Feel Love’. Starting with the release of their first album, ‘20:20’ in 2021, the trio of vocalist Fint Tynan, guitarist Colum Kelly and drummer Adam Reeves have been working hard behind the scenes since the COVID-19 pandemic, where the quarantine provided them with a unique opportunity to work even harder on making ‘20:20’.

Boston Band Looking Glass War Starts A Sudden Shoegaze Shift With New Single

August 11, 2023

Today, the Boston-based post-punk outfit Looking Glass War ventured into a new type of sound, moving from the more glamorous style of their debut track, ‘Arrive!’, to a shoegaze-esque brand of music with the release of their latest track, titled ‘I Can Tell By The Cars’. The four-man army show their love and inspiration from late 1980s British music on the piece, creating a much more melancholic track than their aforementioned debut single.