Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam) released his second solo album titled Ukulele Songs, a collection of original songs and covers performed on the ukulele, on May 31, 2011. The first single from the album is “Longing to Belong”.
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“Longing to Belong” by Eddie Vedder
The new Fox Searchlight film, The Art of Getting By, will be released this Friday, June 17, 2011. Unlike Rotten Tomatoes (Yikes!), I thought it was cute. Sure, it wasn’t anything that we haven’t seen before and maybe it did ring of Nick & Norah, but it made me smile and I enjoyed it.
Plus, the music was pretty great. Here’s one that made it onto the soundtrack—from The Boxer Rebellion’s 2009 release, Union.
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“Spitting Fire” by The Boxer Rebellion
The new EP, Ladies & Gentlemen from Tyler Hilton is available on iTunes. It has been 7 years since he released his last full-length album, which captured fans of the long-running TV series, One Tree Hill. After appearing for a full season on the show he then contributed to the Walk the Line Soundtrack singing Elvis Presley, one of his own idols. Also in his album release interim, he started a non-profit called T.H. Books for Kids. It was organized for the charitable purpose of providing books for children who may not otherwise have access to a wide variety of appropriate reading material. Hilton will also be back this year with his next full-length LP The Storms We Share.
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“Keep On” by Tyler Hilton
Ladies & Gentlemen EP
Kenton Chen is the music director and founding member of The Backbeats, 3rd place winners on Season 2 of NBC’s The Sing-Off. Chen has a degree in Vocal Jazz from the University of Southern California. He has shared the stage with many artists, including Ben Folds, Sheryl Crow, Sara Bareilles, Stevie Wonder, and Natalie Cole. His influence lies in jazz, classical, and pop. As an avid singer-songwriter, he incorporates each style into his compositions.
All his new work is available on bandcamp. His debut album Something About Love is also available on iTunes.
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“Enough” by Kenton Chen
“Fierce Tears” by Kenton Chen
Image and mp3s courtesy of Sarah J. Evans at LaFamos PR & Branding. Photo credit to Jenn Harrington.
Something About Love by Kenton Chen
LA-based indie rock band, Bowery Beasts will release their debut EP, Heavy You on July 5th, 2011 via Black Creem.
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“Rock n Roll Queen” by Bowery Beasts
“Amulet” by Bowery Beasts
NEW SINGLE FROM COLDPLAY!! The fifth studio album by Coldplay is due for release by fall of 2011.
Image courtesy of ryanseacrest.com and mp3 purchased from iTunes.
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“Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall” by Coldplay
Recently named a Clear Channel “Artist To Watch” on iHeartRadio.com, Joshua Gray has been promoting his self-titled debut EP. The EP is a collaboration with his younger brother Travis. It became available on iTunes in March. The first single, “Call Me Crazy” continues to gain internet buzz since its debut on YouTube. The video, directed by Joseph Minasi, depicts the singer serenading a girl in his daydream.
In addition to his musical ventures, Joshua Gray is a musical theater veteran who studied at the Boston Conservatory of Music. The singer/songwriter is also returning to his theatre roots, playing the male lead in Merrily We Roll Along at Hubbard Hall in Cambridge, NY for a limited engagement. Gray plays Franklin Shephard, a former Broadway music composer, who abandons his career as a songwriter to become a Hollywood film producer.
Content and image courtesy of Shae C. Lea of Luck Media.
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“Call Me Crazy” by Joshua Gray
Incan Abraham is currently making plans to record their third short-form album this June at the Sound Factory in Hollywood, CA. The new EP will be comprised of five completely original songs. This past March, the songs were played live in Austin, Texas at SXSW. Time Magazine was in the audience and named Incan Abraham one of their “Ten Acts that Rocked SXSW“.
Teddy, Spencer, Andrew and Giuliano are seeking additional funds to go towards the primary costs of recording. To help them reach thier goal in the next 12 days visit their kickstarter page.
Incan Abraham has also announced the release of their new music video. “Sunscreen” is the title track to their latest release from January 2011. It is available to everyone for free on bandcamp.
After two EP’s, a debut full-length, and a “Best New Band” nod from Houston’s leading alternative radio station (‘The Buzz’ – 94.5FM), The 71’s have shown no sign of slowing down. Instead, they are in the midst of an exciting yearlong project— the release of three volumes titled Rock and Roll Reaction within one year. RNRRV1 emerged in October of 2010 and the CD release party for RNRRVII will take place at Warehouse Live in Houston, Texas on Saturday, July 9th.
“Get Up and Dance” is the new single for RNRRVII. The video, story, and images are courtesy of Keeton Coffman, singer of The 71’s.
Official Music Video “Get Up And Dance” Is Here
Directed By Justin Kling | Edited by The 71’s own Keeton Coffman
Story Behind The Video – The Man In The Bear Suit
Justin Kling, who directed this fine little video has been my best friend for years… like 15 years. Which is the only reason why, when he set me down to tell me the pitch for the Get Up And Dance Video, I didn’t get up and walk out.
Justin – “It’s The 71’s rocking out… for a bear.”
Me – “A What?”
J – “A bear.”
Me – “Talk me through this one. I don’t get it.”
J – “The 71’s vs. a bear…that’s it. Oh, and the bear is not impressed by your music.”
That was the pitch. But, Justin’s amazing at videos so we went with it. Rented a bear costume and went looking for a really tall guy to play the bear.
Enter Dr. Butch Martin…
Me – “Butch… can you be a bear in my music video.”
Dr. Butch – “Of course.”
Me – “Are you sure you don’t want to think about it…”
Dr. Martin is not only my guitar student, physician, and friend – he loves The 71’s music more than anyone. It’s the only reason I can fathom that a grown man with his talent and intelligence would wear a bear suit for four hours in a hot, Houston allie way, while a rock band shoots a video around him, and strangers look on in confusion and disbelief. Regardless, he is not only my hero, he is a star in the making… as you will see when you watch the video.
A very special thanks to Alec Tefertiller, Jack Potts & Crew, Dr. Butch Martin, and of course Justin Kling for helping us make this video. We love you guys.
Enjoy everyone. See you at the show!
– Keeton
Rock And Roll Reaction Vol. 2 – Get It Everywhere July 12th
Katie Herzig is a singer-songwriter from Fort Collins, Colorado. In 2004, she released her first solo album, Watch Them Fall. In 2006, she released a second solo album, Weightless. Tracks from these albums have been featured on Smallville, One Tree Hill, Grey’s Anatomy, and Pretty Little Liars. Herzig has been a member of the Paste Songwriters Tour and has also toured with the Fray.
Her new release is titled The Waking Sleep and it will be available on September 20, 2011. View the promo video and get your free download of the single “Make A Noise” from Herzig’s official website.
Image courtesy of Katie Herzig Multimedia and mp3 courtesy of NoiseTrade.
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“Make A Noise” by Katie Herzig
