Albums | Shoffy Releases new Album, …Onward & Announces Tour
Posted by VMan on September 22, 2022
Shoffy’s new album …Onward came out a few weeks ago and I am a massive fan of the full thing front to back. The electronic infused pop record is filled with catchy music that is on the cusp of commercial but in the best way. Working on the LP over the past year, Shoffy has been focused on uber focused on creation as of late and is now gearing up for a national tour that starts at this month. A few of my personal favorite songs off of this one are easily “Fade” “Nightmares In NYC” and “Sad Man” but there a ton of great music on it. If you are on the look out for a new album to run through, tune in to …Onward by Shoffy above now.
Alternative, Pop | Gillian Heidi Releases Powerful Single, “Waves”
Posted by VMan on May 2, 2021
Rising Boston-based Pop singer/songwriter Gillian is back with her third single of 2021 via “waves”. The emotional ballad once again shows off her songwriting and melody creating skillset, proving she is a Pop artist to keep an eye on this year. For fans of Taylor Swift, Alessia Cara, and Olivia Rodrigo. Check out a quote from her on the release below and stream “Waves” above now!
“I wrote waves at the end of eighth grade, when I started to realize that everything was changing. I had recently switched schools, and I was about to start high school. I had this overwhelming feeling of realizing that I wasn’t a kid anymore. Instead, my life was now plagued with worry about tests and relationships and things that, in the long run, don’t really matter. Waves was a moment of realization for me- I was growing up. My life was no longer focused on fun and fairytales, and I was nostalgic for a simpler, easier time. Waves captures a feeling of nostalgia and pain, wishing you would’ve cherished simplistic times when they existed and wondering how you ended up where you are.” – Gillian Heidi
Alternative, Indie | Caleb Hawley – “Tell Me What it’s Like to have a Dream Come True”
Posted by VMan on July 12, 2020
Harlem-based Caleb Hawley is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who PopDust proclaimed “is the pop star pop music has done nothing to deserve, but desperately needs”. Today, Hawley shared his latest song “Tell Me What it’s Like to Have a Dream Come True,” a self-produced throwback to the classic mid-tempo ballads of the ’80s that winds through gritty R&B, raunchy rock ‘n’ roll, and pop. Discussing the track, Caleb said, “The lyrics are some of the questions that run through my head when I witness my friends seemingly break through barriers, reaching the heights I’ve long pursued, but have yet to realize. I have an inkling that these dreams are an illusion, and are unlikely to bring the peace of mind I’m hoping for. Still can’t hurt to ask.”
Rap, Tour | Abhi The Nomad Drops New Single Ahead of Tour
Posted by VMan on August 23, 2018
Indian born, internationally raised producer/MC Abhi The Nomad has been racking up some major numbers in the last couple of years. With the release of his debut album, “Marbled“, back in February, the project has seen over 10M streams across platforms and continues to grow. While he may have had to put his ‘Marbled‘ promo on hold to secure his visa, and therefore his future as a working artist in the US, Abhi continued to put in long hours in the studio and he is now ready to close out 2018 in a BIG way.
Now, officially granted status as an ‘Alien of Extraordinary Ability‘, Abhi The Nomad is back with his first official single of the year – and it comes along with a major announcement of his first headlining tour of North America. Now set to embark on his 14 city ‘American Alien Tour‘ next month, Abhi is back to bring the slaps with his new single, “RUN“. While the official release doesn’t hit until tomorrow, we are bringing you the heat a day early.
Bringing things back to his roots, Abhi departs from the more Alternative sound of his debut album and gives his OG fans exactly what they were asking for – BARS. On the self-produced tune, pitched synths, slapping drums and stellar sound design come together to lay the bed for Abhi to go HAM. With his new visa, and worries of once again getting kicked out of the country a thing of the past, Abhi is hungrier than ever and ready to take his underground flows mainstream.
With a stash of singles ready to go, keep an eye on Abhi The Nomad and make sure you check him live if he is coming to a city near you. Grab tix & check the dates below.
Events | NEWS |NORTH COAST MUSIC FESTIVAL 2016
Posted by VMan on August 23, 2016
This coming Labor Day weekend Chicago will be host to one of the most eclectic line-ups 2016 has seen. Curated and organized by the folks at React Presents (the same promoters behind Spring Awakening) NCMF is known for booking a combination of EDM dj’s, Hip Hop acts and Jam and Indie bands. This year is no exception, with top acts such as Bassnectar, Action Bronson, Zedd, Logic and Umphree’s Mcgee there is enough musical diversity to satiate all of your sonic tastes.
Check out the entire lineup and set times: Here
The NCMF is slated to run in Union Park until 10:00 pm but there are a slew of official after parties that will be taking over clubs across the city.
Check out the official after parties: Here
Tickets can be purchased: Here
Chill | Soothe Your Soul & Mind With Back Back Forward Punch’s “Machine Believing”
Posted by VMan on February 4, 2016
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The doctor once told me dream pop is good for the soul and mind, and that doctor never existed, hah, but if he did, he’d be a wise man. Fresh off the release of their EP Tragic Lover, which you can stream below on Spotify, Back Back Forward Punch releases their third single off the project, “Machine Believing” and it’s the only dose of chill you’ll need for the day. Besides, you know it’s going to be good, when you get to the end, and the first thing you do is run it back, because nothing ever really lasts forever, but the repeat button helps. This is a must listen!
Indie | SunSquabi Makes Their All Good Records Debut With “Squabcat”
Posted by Juicebox on January 12, 2016
GRiZ and All Good Records continue their prolific run with the release of SunSquabi’s new single ‘SquabCat’. The Detroit collective took their annual holiday fundraiser, 12 Days of GRiZMAS, to new heights this year, while releasing two official remixes of the GRiZ classic, “Stop Trippin’,” by Ghastly & Chill Harris, as well as GRiZ’s own VIP edit of “A Fine Way to Die.” Now, they’ve brought on board the Colorado jam band, SunSquabi, for their latest release – “Squabcat.” The three-piece band, who are a far cry from the typical EDM artist, utilizes live percussions, string instruments and synthesizers to showcase the finest in live electronic instrumentation.