Two early pioneers of bass music, David Starfire and Dub FX recently joined forces on a remix of “Fire Every Day” in an effort to free non-violent cannabis prisoners. Best known for his riveting live performances and dub reggae influences, Australian live looping vocalist and electronic artist Dub FX released Continue Reading
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Kick and the Hug premiere their new video for “Girl You Changed”
While the pandemic has affected everyone’s lives in drastic ways, none more so than artists. However, the four piece band Kick and the Hug didn’t let that stop them. While they are currently scattered all over the country, they still created music via file sharing and zoom. Kick and the Continue Reading
Los Angeles post-rock outfit Gypsum announce self-titled debut album out October 12th and release lustrous new single “Follow Me”
Los Angeles post-rock outfit Gypsum emerge with the announcement of their eponymous debut seven years in the making. On August 17th, the band released “Follow Me”, the first track to come off this self-titled album (release date: October 12, 2021 via Sonic Ritual). The track is a lustrous, percussion-driven indie rock tune that guitarist and vocalist Sapphire Jewell says was Continue Reading
Gift of Gab releases first posthumous single “Vice Grip” from the upcoming album ‘Finding Inspiration Somehow’ out September 10, 2021
When iconic emcee Gift of Gab passed away on June 18, 2021, he left behind not only an impressive legacy of music as one-half of Blackalicious and his own solo material but also a wealth of unreleased music, which includes Finding Inspiration Somehow, an album originally scheduled for release this Summer Continue Reading
NY psych-rock band Silver Relics releases new single “Tails” from forthcoming sophomore album
Silver Relics is a psych-rock band formed by New York-based songwriter Alex Sepassi. Founded as an art project in late 2017, the band blends modern elements with classic rock influences, offering a barrier-shattering sound that engages listeners in an endlessly compelling, thought-provoking experience. Beginning at age 10, Sepassi actively honed Continue Reading
The Backseat Lovers – Sleepy Gonzales // Louisville, KY // 8.17.21
The Backseat Lovers with Sleepy Gonzales Zanzabar Louisville, KY August 17th, 2021 Live music is back and last night I had the opportunity to catch Utah-based band The Backseat Lovers, who made a tour stop at Zanazabar in Louisville, KY. Although I had only recently learned of the band, I Continue Reading
PVRIS – Royal & the Serpent // New York, NY // 8.11.21
PVRIS with Royal & The Serpent The Use Me Tour Webster Hall New York, NY August 11, 2021 Photos and Words by Jess Williams After a year of unprecedented times, it’s hard to describe the comforting feeling of experiencing precedented times again. I’ve had 18 months to daydream about what it Continue Reading
The Raven Age release new single “As The World Stood Still” from forthcoming album Exile and announce album premiere streaming event
English melodic metal band The Raven Age have shared their newest single “As The World Stood Still” via Explore1 Music Group/EX1 Records. The track, a derivative on “The Day The World Stood Still” from the band’s 2019 album Conspiracy, forgoes The Raven Age’s brazen bassline and drum kicks in favor of a stripped back acoustic backing. The song takes on a vulnerable new sound, showcasing Continue Reading
PVRIS unveils electrifying new video for “Monster” and announces US tour dates starting August 6th
PVRIS has unveiled the electrifying official video for their new propulsive, synth-driven banger “Monster”. PVRIS kick off their U.S. headline tour today with special guests Royal & The Serpent, which Consequence just named a “Can’t Miss Tour of Summer/Fall 2021.” See dates below. Last year, PVRIS marked a new era Continue Reading
BLACKSTARKIDS release new single and music video for “JUNO” from their forthcoming album and announce tour dates supporting beabadoobee
BLACKSTARKIDS have released their brand new single “JUNO,” the first track from their debut album Puppies Forever out this Fall via Dirty Hit. “JUNO” is an indie-pop bop which embraces BLACKSTARKIDS’ nostalgia for their upbringing in the 2000s while pushing off the negative feelings associated with growing up and being Continue Reading
Dallas String Quartet sets a mood with Billie Eilish cover of “When The Party’s Over”
Today, international music sensation Dallas String Quartet (affectionately known as DSQ by fans) released their instrumental rendition of the Billie Eilish single, “When The Party’s Over” featuring guest cellist, Marza Wilks. Known for their sensational arrangements of pop classics like Lady Gaga’s “Rain On Me,” and Dua Lipa’s “Love Again,” Continue Reading
Chuck Doom’s Saudade to release cover of Joy Division’s “Day Of The Lords” with Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe on vocals
Using the downtime that the pandemic has thrust upon musicians worldwide, multi-cultural and genre-blending group Saudade has spent a large chunk of the time working on a wealth of new material which they plan to roll out in the near future. An evolving collective with bassist/composer Chuck Doom (Crosses, Team Continue Reading