The Strokes performed “Threat of Joy” last night on Jimmy Kimmel.
The Strokes Perform on Kimmel
Meet the Las Vegans Who Designed Blink-182’s Tour Graphics
Mike Prevatt, writing for Las Vegas Weekly, details the artists behind Blink-182’s tour graphics:
After working on tours with Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Madonna, he formed live production design company NeonBlack with colleague Dominic Smith. Knowing Blink-182 needed a production company for its upcoming summer tour, the year-old NeonBlack designed a production/stage concept (which is its biggest yet), pitched it to the band and was hired as the trek’s show designer.
5 Things Songwriters Need to Know About the Consent Decree
Brian Penick, writing for Soundstr, details the “consent decree” and how it impacts songwriters and publishers:
While the music industry can seem glamorous, it does have its “unsexy” parts just like any other business sector. For songwriters, one of the least discussed (yet most important topics) is music licensing. But major changes to the consent decree – the federal agreement that governs how ASCAP and BMI operate – is bringing this topic to the surface.
The truth is, these changes could be the biggest in the music industry in 75 years and greatly impact your career.
Northlane Vocalist Covers The 1975
Northlane’s Marcus Bridge uploaded a cover of The 1975’s “Robbers.”
Butch Walker – “Ludlow Expectations”
One of my favorite tracks from Butch Walker’s upcoming album, Stay Gold, is “Ludlow Expectations.” The song premiered today on Esquire and it’s the kind of song built for a sunny day.
Mayday Parade Announce ‘Tales Told by Dead Friends’ Tour
Mayday Parade will be heading out on a 10-year anniversary tour for their Tales Told By Dead Friends EP. Dates can be found below.
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New ‘Gilmore Girls’ Coming in November
Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life will be released on November 25th via Netflix. The first trailer was released today.
Microwave – “Lighterless”
How to Dress Well – “Lost Youth / Lost You” Video
How to Dress Well will release his new album, Care, on September 23rd. Today he released the first song from the album, “Lost Youth / Lost You.” The song was produced by Jack Antonoff.
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‘Stranger Things’ Soundtrack Coming Soon
The official Stranger Things soundtrack will be “coming soon.”
Dance Gavin Dance Announce New Album
Dance Gavin Dance will release their new album, Mothership, on October 7th. They have also announced some new tour dates which can be found below.
Emarosa – “Blue” Video
Interview: Against the Current at the APMAs (Video)
Against the Current has been making themselves know with their debut album, In Our Bones. Here they chat briefly with me at the APMA red carpet.
Morrissey Announces More Shows
Morrissey has announced some more shows for this year. Dates can be found below.
The New Addiction – “Faces”
The New Addiction have decided to get back together and release a new EP. You can stream the first song from it, Faces, on Bandcamp.