Belgian pop star Angèle releases her powerful new single “Amour, Haine et Danger” today via Island Records. The song, which explores the daily mental toll that using our phones takes, arrives with a video directed by Brice VDH, who previously worked with Angèle on her Netflix Documentary. About the video and the idea behind the new single, Angèle says “From the writing to the words to the story, I imagined what it would be like if my phone became giant and took up too much space in the studio, just like it does in real life. Brice VDH and I had fun imagining scenes of daily life that would tell the story of our addiction to mobile phones. We have an absolute trust in an object which brings us as many problems as it does wonderful things. Brice had the idea to make us hold hands with the actors to show the all-encompassing influence this basic everyday object has on us.” LISTEN HERE I WATCH VIDEO HERE The release of “Amour, Haine et Danger,” comes alongside the exciting announcement of Angèle’s first ever UK headline show at the O2 Academy Brixton on May 23rd as part of her Nonante-Cinq Tour - tickets here. The show follows her previous trip to the UK where she supported Dua Lipa as part of the ‘Future Nostalgia’ tour, opening two sold-out nights at London’s The O2. The pair previously collaborated on the insatiable dance-pop track "Fever." Angele will also be heading stateside next year, headlining Terminal 5 in NYC on May 5th. Angèle has collaborated with the French luxury fashion house CHANEL for all of her stage clothes for the tour, some of which are inspired by the CHANEL Spring-Summer 1995 Ready-to-Wear collection, Angèle’s year of birth. It is the first time CHANEL designed bespoke outfits for an artist. Angèle is the face of Chanel's 2021 Eye Makeup Collection and has been a CHANEL ambassador since 2020. Angèle creates her own sounds and hones a graphic feel that mirrors her own personal style: hard-hitting and direct. She set up her own label (Angèle VL) and is a spokeswoman for her generation. A feminist, fluid and all-encompassing artist working in a world in which musical genres are a distant memory. Pop, rap and electro are all thrown into her musical blender. Her breakout debut album Brol (2018, 1.8M sold worldwide including 600,000 outside of France, 2,7 billion streams globally) made her an instant, fresh Francophone star. Her latest album, ‘Nonante-Cinq’ sold more than 430,000 copies and counts more than 473 million streams globally. SPOTIFY I YOUTUBE I INSTAGRAM I TWITTER
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Björk has unveiled her new single “ovule”; listen here. The fragility of love is explored as she imagines a glass sphere; the expectations within attachment, and the balancing act that forms relationships, are held up so they can be elevated toward a more harmonious future. Watch / share the video here ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPr_D-b5v2Q ). The track is taken from her forthcoming album, “fossora”, set for release September 30th via One Little Independent Records. “Ovule for me is my definition of love, it is a meditation about us as lovers walking around this world and I imagine 2 spheres or satellites following us around, one above us that represents ideal love, one below us representing the shadows of love, and we ourselves walk around in the third sphere of real love, where the everyday Monday-morning meet-in-the-kitchen-love lives in” The video is directed by Nick Knight with co-creative direction by Björk with creative consultant and long-time collaborator James Merry. Björk is a multidisciplinary artist who, time and again, innovates across music, art, fashion and technology. From writing, arranging and producing an expansive music catalogue to her collaborations with scientists, app developers, writers, inventors, musicians and instrument makers, Björk continues to inspire and experiment, redefining the boundaries of what it means to be a musician. Special thanks to Alessandro Michele and Gucci for all their help and support in making this video, especially for the collaboration on the stunning dress that Björk wears in the video, and Squarespace for helping in creating special web sites to launch these audio-visual projects. Facebook | Website | Instagram | Spotify | Twitter Rising Oslo quartet VEPS return with new single 'Mooney Tunes' & announce debut album 'Oslo Park'18/9/2022 Ever since arriving on the Norwegian indie scene aged just 17, Oslo-based four-piece Veps have been releasing a steady stream of jaw dropping mature indie pop gems. Now, as they all hit their final teenage years, the band today announce their debut album Oslo Park - out November 18th on Kanine Records - with newest single ‘Mooney Tunes’ streaming now. The track comes complete with a music video that was filmed in (you guessed it) an Oslo park, cut with archive footage from the past year on the road throughout Europe and Norway - watch here. Produced by fellow Norwegian Matias Tellez (Girl In Red, Sondre Lerche + +), ‘Mooney Tunes’ is Veps at their most dynamic. Continuing to dish out indie pop bangers with a carefree, DIY attitude, the new track is an upbeat track ray of sunshine. Listen HERE. The band say; “It’s about being far away from someone you love. About how great it is to be with them and how fast time passes by with them. Sometimes, in relationships, it feels like you’re on different planets, but you get to meet on the moon!” 2022 has so far seen highlights including the band’s first ever headline UK tour, which included a BBC6 Artist of the Week Spotlight, as well as playing a host of festivals both abroad and in their native Norway. The girls have known each other since junior school but began playing music together at age 14. A series of DIY shows followed, and at a very young age, Veps (the Norwegian word for wasp) was formed. The band self-released two singles in 2019, and by 2020, they hooked up with Brooklyn indie label Kanine Records, releasing their debut EP, Open the Door in 2021. And with song writing skills beyond their years, Veps seamlessly blend a 90s indie aesthetic with classic pop hooks, into their own, fully formed sound. It’s not hard to see why Veps has become a buzz band both within and outside the borders of their native Norway. VEPS are
https://www.vepsofficial.com/ Swedish hard rockers The Riven share "On Top Of Evil", the fourth single from their new album18/9/2022 Showcasing the experimental side of The Riven’s versatile sound, "On Top of Evil" is the fourth single leading up to the Swedish hard rock group’s sophomore studio album. A dynamic journey featuring powerful vocals and vibrant guitar arrangements, "On Top of Evil" moves through psychedelic, atmospheric soundscapes into an explosive finale. The single is now out across all streaming platforms. The band comments: 'On Top Of Evil' is our heaviest song to date. Soaring vocals and electrifying guitars meet in a blaze with thunderous bass and drums galore. Sink deep into your mind and let us invite you to the dark side. The Riven’s second studio album is called "Peace and Conflict" and will be released on vinyl, CD, and digital formats on the 25th of November. The album is released on The Sign Records. The Riven are:
Hailing from Boise, Idaho, Lieform is a four-piece rock band made up of J Arancivia (Drums), Tony Alber (Guitar, Vocals), Forest Stewart (Bass) and TC Armstrong (Guitar, Vocals). Lieform are heavily influenced by many different genres, and not just of rock n roll. Their eclectic tastes lead to the perfect amalgamate of classic rock, 90’s grunge and 00’s bounce, taking their listener on a journey through roller-coaster dynamics, nostalgia-inducing shred-ridden solos, and powerful, thought-provoking lyrics. Heavy grooves, unique arrangements, volatile lyrical content and angry, searing leads mix seamlessly, making no subtle demonstration as to the panorama of influences driving these Pacific Northwest musicians. Lieform are ready to show the world a new, old music that we hadn’t yet realized we were waiting to hear; evoking raw, visceral emotion, all while being taken on a journey through a genre-bending, thought-provoking landslide of sound and energy. Transcending genre consistently to bring the audience a large experience that is at times dark and reflective, yet at others bright and fun, Lieform are built for the large crowds and could possibly be the next band to redefine the term arena rock. Lieform are:
Band links: Official Website | Facebook | Youtube | Instagram | On Sliptrick Michael Monroe, who turned 60 in June, will celebrate the milestone with a bang at the Helsinki Ice Hall on September 23rd. Now Monroe reveals the big news: as the Grand Finale of the concert, the original line-up of Hanoi Rocks, one of Finland's most significant rock bands of all time, will take the stage: Michael Monroe, Andy McCoy, Sami Yaffa, Nasty Suicide and Gyp Casino. The quintet, who started a historic chapter in the world's music scene, was seen on stage for the last time at Helsinki's Tavastia on July 27th, 1982. Internationally acclaimed throughout their career, Hanoi Rocks has had a great impact on the history of rock. Several international bands, such as Foo Fighters, Guns N' Roses and Skid Row, acknowledge the influence of Hanoi Rocks and hold the band in very high regard. For decades there has been an endless amount of requests to reform the original line-up and for the legendary band to perform live. An idea that has previously seemed impossible, is now becoming a reality at Monroe’s 60th anniversary concert. "This is the only appropriate time and place for all five original members of Hanoi Rocks to get on stage to play together after a break of over forty years,” begins Michael. “This is not a Hanoi Rocks re-union, but a unique part of the anniversary concert. At first I planned to keep it a surprise but after giving it some more thought, I realised that it wouldn't be fair, especially to the fans, not to make this public in advance and that everybody should have the chance to be there." Michael Monroe and Andy McCoy founded Hanoi Rocks in the late 1970’s and the band's original line-up was established in 1980. Hanoi Rocks, the first Finnish rock band to make an international breakthrough, recorded their first three albums with the original line-up: Bangkok Shocks, Saigon Shakes, Hanoi Rocks (1981), Oriental Beat (1982) and Self Destruction Blues (1982). Gyp Casino was replaced in 1982 by Nicholas "Razzle” Dingley who became an integral member of Hanoi Rocks. Razzle died in a tragic accident in 1984. Unfortunately this led to the band’s untimely demise in early 1985. Another big surprise for the unique 60th anniversary concert is that the ”support band” for the show will be the legendary Demolition 23 reunited. Led by Monroe, the band rose to great cult fame, although they only released one album (Demolition 23.) in 1994 and broke up shortly afterwards. This is the first performance of the band since the band's breakup in 1995. At the 60th anniversary show, Monroe is mostly accompanied by his long-time band Sami Yaffa, Karl Rockfist, Rich Jones and Steve Conte. In addition to the original Hanoi Rocks lineup and Demolition 23, several top musicians and artists who have collaborated with Monroe over the years will take the stage. The almost three-hour long concert allows fans to hear many Michael Monroe classics throughout evening. To top the event, the lights and visuals are designed by the internationally acclaimed, world-wide phenomenon, Mikki Kunttu. Michael Monroe's 60th anniversary concert Helsinki jäähalli Fri 23.9.2022 At 18:00 Tickets from 69.90€. Tickets are sold by Lippu.fi Multi-platinum selling pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer drop their latest single, ’Older (ft. Sierra Deaton)’ – listen HERE. ‘Older’ is a surprising shift from the band’s signature pop-rock sound to a soft, tender love ballad. The track was produced by Michael Clifford and co-written with the band by Michael Pollack (Justin Bieber, Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran). ‘Older’ also features vocals and a co-writing credit from lead singer Luke Hemmings’ fiancée, Sierra Deaton, which sees the couple perform together on a song for the very first time. The single arrives ahead of their highly anticipated 5th studio album, 5SOS5, which arrives September 23, 2022, and will be released independently via BMG. The deluxe CD and digital versions of the album will have 19 tracks with cassette and vinyl formats also available. The album is available for pre-order now. 5SOS5 will showcase the band’s multi-faceted artistry and growth over their 10-year career, highlighting their dynamic sound, accompanied by reflective and intimate lyrics. With the majority of the new album written by the band and Michael Clifford leading on production, 5SOS5 will include their previously released tracks ‘Blender’, ’Take My Hand’, ’Me, Myself & I’, & their smash hit ’COMPLETE MESS’. On the eve of their new album, 5 Seconds of Summer will perform an exclusive global livestream The Feeling of Falling Upwards from the world-famous Royal Albert Hall in London on Thursday, September 22. Tickets are now available HERE. To commemorate the release of the bands 5th studio album, ‘5SOS5’ the band will perform a set of reimagined versions of songs from their 11 year catalogue plus brand-new songs off the new album, accompanied by an orchestra and choir. This will be the first time the band have played at the iconic venue but amazingly a special full circle moment, being also only steps away from where the band busked when they first arrived in the UK nearly10 years ago. Produced by Driift, the fully-live performance will be streamed worldwide at 8.30pm London-time (BST). The show will then be rebroadcast three times so fans around the world can watch at a more convenient time. Following that, the show will be available to watch On Demand for another 3 days. Stream at the following times:
For the first time in over a decade, 5 Seconds of Summer have completely taken control of their destiny. With their forthcoming fifth full-length album, 5SOS5, the band ascends to the next level musically – it’s also their first LP to be released independently in partnership with BMG. The album showcases the band’s multi-faceted artistry and growth over their 10-year career, evidenced in their latest singles “COMPLETE MESS,” and “Me, Myself & I.” The band’s fifth studio album, 5SOS5 arrives September 23, 2022. France based pop / rock trio, Oakman is thrilled to announce their upcoming EP, SCP, will be out September 30th via Rude Records. SCP, an acronym for “sugar-coated pill,” is the band’s third EP which follows up their sophomore EP, Plastic World, released back in 2018. The EP shines a light on the trio’s growth through the addition of 80’s style synths, punchy drums and a groovy bass, all the while keeping their core pop-punk energetic guitars. Pre-order SCP now HERE. “It is finally the end of a period. We are very excited to be able to give you the last pieces of this new baby,” says lead singer, Marine, about the new EP. “The last few months have gone by quickly and have been quite intense but it's also a relief because we cannot wait to get our heads into what will be the next part of Oakman. We hope you enjoy this EP and we hope you can feel the sincerity of the emotions we wanted to share with you. Soon, this EP will belong to you.” Alongside the EP announcement, the band has also shared the title track of the EP, today. The pastel-soaked video for “SCP” goes hand-in-hand with the nostalgic instrumentals and vocals as Oakman brings a taste of the 1980's to the modern day while infusing it with their own unique brand of indie-pop / rock. Watch the video now HERE. About the song, the band says, “Marine was watching a show during lockdown called "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend". The main character reminded her of a character she had played when she was doing theatre. After the foundation of ‘SCP’ was written, she wrote the lyrics about these two characters. ‘SCP’ is a sarcastic and second degree track about the fear of loneliness and not being loved at all costs with a neurotic side.” The band has shared 4 tastes of what fans can expect from SCP so far – “SCP” was preceded by “All The Way Up,” “Murder,” “Fantasy” and “Night.” The tracks have quickly garnered the attention of the likes of Entertainment Tonight, Ones To Watch, Hot Topic and Billboard who dubbed “Night” “a carpe diem bop.” The band arrived on the Lyon rock scene in 2016 with the release of their self-produced EP, Waterscape. Following the release of their first EP, the band began to tour across not only France, but England, Italy, Japan, the US and more. They opened for bands like Enter Shikari (Bataclan, Paris), ZZ TOP (Pérouges Fest), Basement (Kao, Lyon) and Bukowski (Marché Gare, Lyon). Every time they play, the effect is immediate. They will touch you emotionally with songs like “Plastic World” or “Spread,” but keep a touch of fun and joy with songs like “Clear Enough.” With Marine’s incredible voice at the forefront, the band builds up a contrast between aggression and solace with each track. OAKMAN is:
On November 18th, France's We Are Magonia will release their third full-length, Triangle Unicode, via NewRetroWave Records. With a love of vintage synths, distorted walls of modern detuned synth sounds that almost resemble guitars, and the drive to blend these into something dark and baroque, We Are Magonia sound like no other band you have heard. The three-piece - featuring a unique two synths / one guitar line-up - give fans a first taste of Triangle Unicode today with the new video for "La Crypte": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_rUr7ifFqM Pre-order // pre-save Triangle Unicode here: https://wearemagonia.lnk.to/TriangleUnicode Formed in Lyon, France in 2017, the trio of Fear Collins, Frank Sinistra and Louis De Funeste have released two albums, remixed some classic tracks and put on some unforgettable live shows, and now they return with the riveting Triangle Unicode. "What we do is basically electronic music made by metalheads. Usually our music is a mix between what we have been doing and something new we have discovered and that influences us," they explain. "However, we wanted this album to be a step up. We wanted it more leaning toward the modern electronic music genre, and to be better produced and more efficient." Having been a DIY unit from the beginning, We Are Magonia handle every aspect of their output - composing, recording, mixing, mastering, making most of the artwork, video editing, selling and shipping merch, promotion - and they have built up a substantial following, predominantly in the USA, a country they have yet to set foot in (but they receive endless requests from fans for them to play stateside). Amassing nearly 50k monthly listeners on Spotify and 7 million+ streams overall, We Are Magonia are already making waves; and now with Triangle Unicode - nine tracks driven by pulsating beats and varying from the haunting to the punishing and everything in between - they make a definitive statement that demands attention. https://www.instagram.com/we.are.magonia https://www.youtube.com/c/WeAreMagonia https://twitter.com/wearemagonia https://www.facebook.com/WeAreMagonia https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ZfZ3k4azxmrGfYoJHdJJP?si=TRC0Qy30SKuFqc9gddD02A German dark rock quintet Scarlet Dorn have released a video for their new single 'Meteor'. The power ballad is the fourth single from their upcoming third album, Queen of Broken Dreams, due for release on 30th September via SPV Recordings. Stream 'Meteor' and pre-order Queen of Broken Dreams here: https://scarletdorn.lnk.to/queenofbrokendreams Scarlet Dorn combine the elegance of darkness with the catchiness of pop. Free of genre boundaries, vocalist Scarlet sings herself directly into the heart of the listener. With industrial sounds, rock ballads and electronic beats, the band takes the listener on a journey through complex human abysses, the world of hope and sorrow, but also directly into the arms of life in all its glory. With her captivating voice, Scarlet exudes a variety of emotions ranging from gentle and tender to menacing and sombre. Scarlet Dorn was founded in 2016 by producers Chris Harms and Benjamin Lawrenz, together with vocalist Scarlet Dorn. Not only through the release of the albums Lack Of Light and Blood Red Bouquet, but also through tireless touring with Within Temptation, Joachim Witt, Letzte Instanz, Lord Of The Lost among others, the band have already made a name for themselves in the dark music scene in those six short years. Scarlet Dorn are:
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