Live and Collective Soul both made massive hits in the 1990s, but it’s in the 21st century that the two veteran alternative bands have become a successful package deal on the road, first co-headlining a tour in 2008 and then reuniting this year for the Summer Unity Tour. The two bands played 30 dates from […]
Among images in popular music, one of the most haunting figures is that of a car crash. Ironically, crashing into something has turned for many musicians into a metaphor for life’s misery, threatening danger, or the urge to rebel-from dramatic ballads to edgier rock anthems. Such cultural echoes, however, might make one think larger than […]
Independent artists often spend countless hours trying to “crack the Spotify code.” Many experiment with the DIY route, plead with curators for playlist placements, or turn to third-party promotion services, only to end up with inflated numbers and little real engagement. In such a crowded space, skepticism toward music marketing services is understandable. The industry […]
The music industry is a rapidly evolving sector. Over the past several years, its pace has only grown even more accelerated, as streaming sites and social media platforms have yielded instantaneous results for users, only increasing their appetite for new music tenfold. As a result, many modern artists feel the constant need to release new […]
Some artists choose flash over substance, while others strike feelings straight to the heart. Delta F (Δƒ) takes the second route, hiding the face so the music carries more weight and the listener takes the spotlight. The Masked Project centers on connection over celebrity, and the new single, “Almost Human,” turns that idea into a […]
Live music tours are an excellent way for artists to generate revenue and meet fans out on the road, but aspiring artists should know that there’s much more than meets the eye when it comes to organizing and managing these tours. Whether it’s dealing with legal protections, economics, or logistics, the touring industry has a […]
“I felt like there was something that needed to be said in this moment,” says Anna Canoni. The person to say it, however, turned out to be her grandfather, Woody Guthrie, who died in 1967. The new album Woody at Home – Vol. 1 + 2 features over an hour of the legendary folk singer […]
Often, people become acquainted with musical instruments in childhood through Christmas presents, music school, or lessons from friends. But it also happens differently, when the instrument itself finds its musician, sometimes after many years of searching. This emotional phenomenon was experienced by double bass player, arranger, and music teacher Valentyn Korniienko. The musician, who discovered […]
When B.B. King passed away in 2015 at the age of 89, he left behind a challenge. “Do what you can to keep the blues alive,” he often told those who crossed his path. Today, on what would have been King’s 100th birthday, a new collaborative album launches with the ambition to do exactly that. […]
Virginia rapper J.R.Clark celebrates a decade in the game with the release of his tenth studio album, 10 Years Later. Known for his sharp lyricism and entrepreneurial spirit, J.R.Clark uses this milestone project to double down on themes of authenticity, independence, and resilience. Throughout the album, he delivers bars that reflect on the importance of […]