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Acclaimed Composer Releases New Soundtrack

Acclaimed composer, pianist, and singer-songwriter, Rob Kovacs, has joined forces with DR BLOC on the revolutionary virtual reality game, STRAYLIGHT, which released on Jan 31st for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, Valve Index, and the HTC Vive. Scoring this virtual world allowed Kovacs to experiment and embody the freedom of STRAYLIGHT’s gameplay and its feeling of weightlessness. While Kovacs has scored … Continue reading Acclaimed Composer Releases New Soundtrack

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Brian Baker Releases New Single

New Zealand singer-songwriter BRIAN BAKER is celebrating the release of his latest single, “OUR FREEDOM”, produced and recorded at his Kaipara-based studio facility. “OUR FREEDOM” is a song inspired by the right to protest. It sees a woman at a protest, then in court and finally in a supermarket, where she is free to choose, all laid over the bed of a killer beat and … Continue reading Brian Baker Releases New Single

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Litvar’s new single “Alone (Not Lonely)” showcases their sarcastic yet relatable indie-rock sound

Litvar’s latest single, “Alone (Not Lonely)”, is a sarcastic love song that brings together indie-pop and alt-rock in a unique blend that has quickly garnered the band a growing audience of sincere fans. The trio, Rex Thurstan, Violet Falkowski, and Joe Lemieux, who hail from the unassuming town of Willimantic, Connecticut, have become known for their genre-blending sound, which is a reflection of their experiences … Continue reading Litvar’s new single “Alone (Not Lonely)” showcases their sarcastic yet relatable indie-rock sound

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I, Of The Storm Serves Up Fresh Cybercore On Debut Single

LA’s I, OF THE STORM has anticipated debut single “Cataclysm”and it doesn’t dissapoint. The song is a distopean metalcore adjacent offering that is densly mixed and packs a punch. When asked about the track, Damian Snapp says he had to dig deep on it. “I wrote the lyrics for Cataclysm about the severe abandonment issues and overwhelming emotions that often come from the fallout of toxic and abusive … Continue reading I, Of The Storm Serves Up Fresh Cybercore On Debut Single

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Navigating life through Bertie Newman’s single ‘I Will’

Singer-songwriter meets indie-pop in the latest single from emerging London talent Bertie Newman. Titled ‘I Will’, this song is brimming with promise and intentions through Bertie’s full-hearted lyrics like “morning sun” and “And oh I will, Oh I will I will I will I will.” Full of Bon Iver-esque production, chugging folk percussion and layers of rural strings, ‘I Will’ portrays a shifting sense of space … Continue reading Navigating life through Bertie Newman’s single ‘I Will’

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Combustion 96 Captivate on New Single, “On The Line” Featuring Threat Signal’s Jon Howard

Artwork & Logo Design: Brandon Stecz Listen to “On The Line” HERE Watch “On The Line” HERE January 4, 2023 (Cleveland, OH) — Starting the new year off strong, anonymous project Combustion 96 has released its latest single “On The Line” featuring Threat Signal vocalist Jon Howard. Building on the track’s class metal foundation, “On The Line” ebbs and flows with soaring guitars that capture … Continue reading Combustion 96 Captivate on New Single, “On The Line” Featuring Threat Signal’s Jon Howard

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The Refrain Interview: BAD YEAR

Rooted in Midwest punk rock, Bad Year formed in 2019 and calls Milwaukee home. Inspired by heartbreak, angst, and self-reformation, Bad Year injects the scene with anthemic chorus hooks and brutal optimism. In the spirit of promoting positive aspects of empathy and mental health, their cathartic melodies are known for freely inspiring listeners with a sense of mutual understanding and hope. The group put a … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: BAD YEAR

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DCxPC Releases Vol. 9 Of Live Vinyl Series

DCxPC Live Records has just released DCxPC Live Vol. 9 Some Kind of Nightmare Live at Lou’s. If you are unfamiliar with the label, DCxPC releases live vinyl of legendary punk bands as part of a series of releases. If you are unfamiliar with Some Kind of Nightmare, then shame on you! Some Kind of Nightmare has brought amazing energy, raw sound, and a strong … Continue reading DCxPC Releases Vol. 9 Of Live Vinyl Series

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Affiant Records Signs Worldwide Distribution Deal with FUGA

Texas-based independent record label Affiant Records has just announced signing a global distribution deal with FUGA, the leading technology, and services company for rightsholders. FUGA is the distributor to other major independent labels such as Epitaph Records and Better Noise Music. Affiant Records will greatly broaden its worldwide footprint in the music industry stemming from this alliance with FUGA. Affiant Records, an independent label focused … Continue reading Affiant Records Signs Worldwide Distribution Deal with FUGA

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Birches bring the energy with brand new single ‘Be Unknown’

Rising like a phoenix from the smouldering ashes of their previous band ‘We Are The Trees’ in Summer 2018, BIRCHES have been steadily exploring and carefully cultivating their new sound in order to prepare for this coming era. Comprising of Liam Mcalinden (Guitar and Lead Vocals), Frankie McIlvanna (Lead Guitar), Jordie Kelly (Bass and Backing Vocals) and Delaney O’Neill (Drums), BIRCHES have firmly planted their … Continue reading Birches bring the energy with brand new single ‘Be Unknown’

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Tree Lined Streets launch new era with electronic single ‘Time’

Originally from Dublin, Ireland, now living in Los Angeles, California. Tree Lined Streets are: Mark Leddy (Lead Vocals and Keyboards) and Tim Boland (Guitar, Bass, Keys and Backing Vocals). TLS’s first album ‘Transformation’ released Oct 2020 was a particular blend of guitar-driven rock, taking root from the glory days of rock in the 1960s and ’70s and growing into a sound that is both contemporary … Continue reading Tree Lined Streets launch new era with electronic single ‘Time’

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June Releases Shimmering “Replace Me”

Rising star June drops stunning new pop single “Replace Me,” led by luscious melodies and her honeyed yet bold vocals weaving a coming-of-age anthem looking back at childhood friendships. Beautifully balancing sadness and melancholia with a joyous vibe, the ethereal track unveils the smooth and vibrant voice that forms the heart of her trademark late 80s pop sound. Stitching nostalgia and self-reflection together in a … Continue reading June Releases Shimmering “Replace Me”

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