Can a band bottle the chaos, glamour, heartbreak, and late-night energy of Hollywood into one album? Hollywood Apocalypse gives it a shot on Rather Excessive, and the result is an unpredictable ride that mixes Sunset Strip swagger with punk urgency, sugary pop melodies, and enough attitude to light up the neon on Hollywood Boulevard. Hollywood
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Arlen Roth has spent decades earning the respect of guitar players around the world, but upcoming record Blues Grass (releases Aug. 3rd) isn’t an album built around six-string heroics. It’s a celebration of Americana Roots music, where every note serves the song and every performance reflects the joy of musicians playing together. From traditional favorites
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The Indie Artist’s Playbook – Part Two Get The Knowledge To Get Known. Welcome to The Indie Artist’s Playbook, IndieBandGuru’s weekly series dedicated to helping independent musicians navigate the music business. Each guide delivers practical advice, proven strategies, and actionable tips to help you promote your music, grow your audience, and build a lasting career. Great
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It is amazing when an artist makes a return from obscurity after many years away from the music industry. We all know how ‘real life’ can get in the way of our art sometimes. American singer-songwriter Gary Marks made some noise in the late 1970’s but then vanished. It seems that he never stopped writing
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With an indie-rock sound and a persistent theme of optimism, Ehson Hashermian’s new album Message is exactly what we need in the world right now. We all have rough days, days where we can’t seem to find anything positive to say. However, Hashermian shows us that just because optimism is difficult to have does not
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Some songs don’t ask for your attention—they grab it from the opening note. Chris Keaton and THE MILLENNIALS do exactly that on their new single, “Lucky For Me.” Fueled by a lively blend of rock, blues, and classic Americana influences, the track delivers three-and-a-half minutes of pure fun that feels tailor-made for turning up the
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Jazz has always rewarded listeners willing to slow down and let the music unfold. On Blue Side Vols. 1 & 2, veteran composer and pianist Tobin Mueller invites audiences into a collection that refuses to be rushed. Across two expansive volumes, Mueller blends contemporary jazz, blues, post-bop, and impressionistic influences into an immersive listening experience.
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Who said kids’ music can’t be fun? Mr. Ages debut album, Quality Music Intended For Children, is a perfect way to get kids into music. With its entertaining tune, children (and adults) will love to listen again and again. Mr. Ages is the musical alter ego of Los Angeles–based songwriter and producer Sage Price, who
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