Hardcore band Chromarama released their new EP and a video for lead single “Roam.” Check it out here.
Liner Notes (October 18th, 2019)
Welcome to Jimmy Eat World release week. Let us all rejoice. Today’s newsletter has my thoughts on music, some of the entertainment I’ve consumed over the past week, other random tidbits, and a playlist of ten songs I enjoyed. This week’s supporter Q&A post can be found here.
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Review: Simple Creatures – Everything Opposite
When I first got word of Mark Hoppus and Alex Gaskarth joining forces for a band that would become Simple Creatures, my reaction was that they would be able to play off of each other’s strengths as songwriters and musicians brilliantly. Little did I know that this side project of sorts would morph into one of my favorite electronica-driven new bands to come out of this decade. Twelve songs later into their debut in 2019, and we are left with a much better picture of who Simple Creatures are. Whereas Strange Love was an introduction to the band and what they were capable of, Everything Opposite finds Mark and Alex at their most confident, accomplished, and strongest.
Spielbergs – “This Is Not The End”
Spielbergs have released their new song “This Is Not The End.”
The Most Viewed Shows and Movies on Netflix
The New York Times has compiled the ten most popular shows and movies on Netflix.
Audio Karate Release New Album
Audio Karate’s new album, Malo, is now available on all streaming services.
More Details Regarding Off With Their Heads Tour Cancelation
PunkNews.org has reported more information on the Off With Their Heads tour cancelation:
As you are aware, the band recently and abruptly canceled a month-long tour in the middle of the trek, after arriving in Vancouver. Shortly thereafter, the band alluded to an accident involving the tour van. Details are still developing in this story. However, a 24 year old woman named Desiree was hit by the Off With their Heads tour van while a member of the band, or an associate of the band, was driving last Saturday night. Reportedly, the woman was dragged several blocks and suffered extensive injury. According to statements released by the woman’s friend Amber Jackman, Desiree was taken to Vancouver General Hospital and is facing life-threatening injuries. She will undergo multiple critical surgeries regarding injury to his face, leg, and other areas. Several surgeries have already been performed. After the accident, a member or associate of the band was taken into custody, and then later released. According to the police, alcohol is suspected as a factor in the accident.
Fickle Friends – “Amateurs”
Fickle Friends have released their new single “Amateurs.”
Matt Berninger Announces Solo Album
Matt Berninger of The National announced that he’s recorded a solo album with Booker T Jones called Serpentine Prison.
Prince Acoustic Demo for “I Feel for You” Released
The Prince estate has shared an unheard acoustic demo of “I Feel For You.”
Miya Folick Covers Death Cab for Cutie
Miya Folick has shared her cover of Death Cab for Cutie’s “I Will Follow You Into the Dark.”
Danny Black Releases New Album
Danny Black of Good Old War has released his new album Themes to all streaming services.
WhoHurtYou – “Not the One”
WhoHurtYou have shared the new song “Not the One.”
Jeff Rosenstock Releases New Live Album
Jeff Rosenstock has released his new live album, Thanks, Sorry.
Red City Radio – “Young, Beautiful, and Broke”
Red City Radio’s new song “Young, Beautiful, and Broke” can be streamed below via Billboard.
Perfume Genius – “Pop Song”
Perfume Genius released the new single “Pop Song.”
Jimmy Eat World – “555” Video
Jimmy Eat World have shared a video for “555.”
The Wonder Years Cover R.E.M
The Wonder Years’ cover of “Losing My Religion” was released as an Amazon exclusive last year, but now it’s available to all streaming services.
Carly Rae Jepsen Shares New Live “The Sound”
Carly Rae Jepsen has shared a new live version of “The Sound” to streaming services.
Albums in Stores – Oct. 18th, 2019
Pretty big release day today with new albums from Jimmy Eat World, Refused, White Reaper, and quite a few others. If you hit read more you can see all the releases we have in our calendar for the week. Hit the quote bubble to access our forums and talk about what came out today, what albums you picked up, and to make mention of anything we may have missed.
Interview: Zach Lind of Jimmy Eat World
A week out from the release of Jimmy Eat World’s 10th full-length studio album Surviving, I spoke with drummer Zach Lind about how the band makes albums now versus 10 or 20 years ago, working with producer Justin Meldal-Johnsen, crafting a setlist with 25 years of music to choose from, and ranking the band’s beloved discography.