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Unknown Mortal Orchestra – “Layla” [Video]
Unknown Mortal Orchestra announces the release of the previously-teased forthcoming double album V, due March 17th via Jagjaguwar. Conceived in Palm Springs, California between the dry freeways and the lush coastline of Hilo, Hawaii, V is led by Hawaiian-New Zealand musician Ruban Nielson and draws from the rich traditions of West Coast AOR, classic hits, weirdo pop and Hawaiian…
Alex Lahey – “Good Time” [Video]
Alex Lahey announces her new album and debut for Liberation, The Answer Is Always Yes, out May 19th, and a North American tour (dates below). In conjunction, Lahey presents the new album’s lead single/video, “Good Time,” co-written & produced by Jacknife Lee (U2, Taylor Swift). Where Lahey’s debut I Love You Like A Brother and…
R. Ring – “Hug” [Video]
Last month, Don Giovanni Records announced the upcoming album from R. Ring titled War Poems, We Rested. The band features Kelley Deal (of The Breeders) and Mike Montgomery (of Ampline). Laura King (of Bat Fangs) contributed drums and other significant arrangements to the album as well. Today, R. Ring have released the album’s third and final single “Hug” to digital streaming platforms, along with the above accompanying…
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