Chris Stapleton has released a cover of Elton John’s “I Want Love.”
Run the Jewels – “Oh Mama” Video
Run the Jewels have released a video for “Oh Mama” featuring Rick & Morty.
The Front Bottoms – “Tie Dye Dragon” Video
The Front Bottoms have shared a video for “Tie Dye Dragon.”
Frank Turner – “Blackout” Video
Frank Turner has released a video for his new song “Blackout.”
Albums in Stores – Mar. 16th, 2018
Today sees new releases from Fickle Friends and The Decemberists. 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.
Toys ‘R’ Us Plans to Close All U.S. Stores
Iconic toy retailer Toys ‘R’ Us Inc will shutter or sell its stores in the United States after failing to revamp its struggling business, putting 30,000 jobs at risk and leaving a void for vendors who supplied the company with $11 billion worth of goods a year.
As a kid there was no place I wanted to go more than Toys ‘R’ Us.
New Found Glory Announce BreakFEST
New Found Glory have announced BreakFEST, a music, breakfast, and community festival. The press release can be found below.
The Wonder Years Share Footage From Charity Performance
The Wonder Years have shared footage from their stripped-down benefit shows that took place late last year. You can watch that below.
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Spotify Testing Voice Control of App
Spotify is testing voice control of their iOS app. Casey Newton of The Verge got a chance to try it out:
Tap it and you’ll get a brief walkthrough of the search feature, which is currently available only in English. After giving Spotify access to your phone’s microphone, you can tap the mic icon and speak your command. If Spotify understands you, it will begin playing the song, artist, album, or playlist you want.
Arcade Fire Release “Money + Love” Short Film
Arcade Fire have released a 16-minute short film for “Money + Love.”
iHeartMedia Files Chapter 11
Ed Christman, writing for Billboard:
iHeartMedia and some of its subsidiaries filed for Chapter 11 protection last night after reaching a pre-packaged agreement with its principle creditors that will apparently see the company cut its debt in half to $10 billion after a debt-to-equity swap with some debt holders; and the spinoff of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, which is not a part of the Chapter 11 proceedings.
Say Anything Debut New Song Live
Say Anything debuted a new song live at SXSW last night. A fan shot video has made its way online.
Chvrches Cover The 1975
Courtney Barnett – “Need A Little Time” Video
Courtney Barnett has released a video for “Need A Little Time.”
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