Ray LaMontagne Announces 20th Anniversary Tour for Trouble

Plus a Special Remastered Vinyl Release Coming in June Ray LaMontagne is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his critically acclaimed debut album, Trouble, with a special tour where he will perform the record in its entirety. To mark the occasion, he has also announced the release of a remastered vinyl edition, set to drop on June 13, 2025. …

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Womadelaide 2025: Róisín Murphy, Khruangbin, and Others Lead a Blissful, Sweltering Weekend

As the sun dipped below the horizon on day three of Womadelaide 2025, the crowd at Tainmuntilla (Botanic Park) swayed in a collective trance. Under the vast bat colony, Brooklyn-based Colombian artist Ela Minus blended her ethereal vocals with pulsating synths, sending waves of energy through the audience. Strobe lights flickered over the dancing mass as the surrounding pine trees …

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NAïFiC’s ‘Chulyen (Corbeau)’ – A Haunting Homage to Heritage and Mortality

French electro-pop artist NAïFiC, known for his Native American roots and evocative storytelling, has released his latest single, ‘Chulyen (Corbeau)’ (French for ‘Raven’). This deeply atmospheric track serves as the second release from his forthcoming EP, Anpo Wie, following the success of ‘Terre Promise’. Blending layered percussion with acoustic elements of piano and guitar, NAïFiC crafts an emotionally charged soundscape …

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Mastodon Co-Founder Brent Hinds Leaving the Band After 25 Years

“We’re deeply proud of and beyond grateful for the music and history we’ve shared,” the band announced Friday. Brent Hinds, guitarist and vocalist, has officially parted ways with Mastodon, the metal band he co-founded in Atlanta in 2000. The group shared the news on Friday (March 7) via social media, calling the decision mutual. “Friends and Fans, After 25 monumental …

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The Kev: Where Sharp Wit Meets Serious Sound

In a music scene often flooded with predictable sounds and polished personas, The Kev stands out—witty, unconventional, and unapologetically absurd. By day, he’s a Mandarin tutor; by night, he’s a satirical musician crafting sharp lyrics, memorable melodies, and relentlessly original work. His journey has taken him from the karaoke bars of Hunan Province to the underground music scene of Manchester, …

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Catlea’s “Why Them?”: An Indie-Pop and Alt-Rock Journey Through Emotion

A Captivating Exploration of Love, Self-Discovery, and Strength Catlea’s latest single, “Why Them?”, emerges from studios in Cincinnati and Barcelona, delivering a heartfelt blend of indie-pop and alt-rock. The song dives deep into love, self-exploration, and resilience, capturing the emotional highs and lows of human relationships. Press play to experience this powerful track, and read on to discover why “Why …

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Lisa Knapp and Gerry Diver: Hinterland Review – Folk at Its Most Exalted

Sealing years of collaboration with their first official duo album, the singer and producer fuse folklore and the everyday with dazzling directness. Since her debut album Wild and Undaunted in 2007, Londoner Lisa Knapp has carved out a distinctive path at the forefront of British folk. Her captivating vocals bring life to both original songs and traditional tunes, while the …

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