<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>New Music Alert – Live Music, Concerts & Music Events | Sofar Sounds</title> <atom:link href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/category/new-music-alert/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:35:33 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1</generator> <image> <url>https://sofar-blog-images.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/favicon.svg</url> <title>New Music Alert – Live Music, Concerts & Music Events | Sofar Sounds</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>New Music Alert: February</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-february-2025</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-february-2025#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[cat.kiene]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 05:27:56 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Playlists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Videos]]></category> <category><![CDATA[baerd]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Flipturn]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Juice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[madeline]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mandolin]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rich]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tamzene]]></category> <category><![CDATA[willow avalon]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3891</guid> <description><![CDATA[New month, new music, new favorites. February’s New Music Alert is brimming with soulful releases from rising stars and beloved artists alike. From stripped-back acoustics to velvety R&B, it’s the playlist refresh you didn’t know you needed. Hit play and let these tracks carry you through the shortest month with the deepest feels. [LISTEN ON […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">New month, new music, new favorites. February’s New Music Alert is brimming with soulful releases from rising stars and beloved artists alike. From stripped-back acoustics to velvety R&B, it’s the playlist refresh you didn’t know you needed. Hit play and let these tracks carry you through the shortest month with the deepest feels.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON YOUTUBE</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]<br /> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=88f9dabca4f24ac3" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON SPOTIFY</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]</span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">flipturn | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Burnout Days</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">From house parties to Lollapalooza, flipturn’s journey culminates in </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/3MbG43xWFPfNJO7kCwY8bQ?si=6d50c01fb2c74301" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Burnout Days</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, their highly anticipated sophomore album. Packed with new wave vibes and alt-pop grooves, it captures the band’s highs, lows, and everything in between. While you’re listening,</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> snag tickets to their </span><a href="https://flipturn.band/pages/tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">US tour</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><iframe title="flipturn - Juno (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RHayQOl9zzg?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mandolin |</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> For Me</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If silky, soul-soaked tunes are your thing, Mandolin’s latest singles are a must-listen. </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6LVRefKqRGXxoxWqaguGQA?si=r401sSv5ShKKSbpUnALRbg&nd=1&dlsi=c1ecbb55dc064b1f" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Stronger”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a soft, introspective ballad, while </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3SI9uiUSEn3AGVPqRFt9zL?si=e34ad5b9f089407f&nd=1&dlsi=0211262fe8384940" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Time for Me”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> brings upbeat, energized soul to the table. These tracks perfectly showcase her ability to blend heart and groove. Add them to your playlist now, and thank us later when you’re hooked.</span></p> <p><iframe title="Mandolin - Lie To You (Official Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RM_tEpaMZWw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Baerd | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">How Can I Hold on to a Flame</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Baerd’s new EP,</span> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0X8Ff9iM5EY2pHsAnzBDOI?si=N2izhmSTQByDHV0-_I7VeA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">How Can I Hold on to a Flame</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, is indie folk for anyone who’s ever laid under the moon and pondered life’s ‘what-ifs’. With his intimate allegories and soft-smokey voice, this is progressive folk at its finest. Dive in, and if you’re near </span><a href="https://dice.fm/partner/spotify/event/bbbw3k-good-good-fest-7th-feb-the-blue-room-nashville-tickets?clickref=1100lA2s7T7z&dice_source=spotify&utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nashville on February 7th, grab tickets to see him live!</span><b></b></a></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Juice | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Becoming a Stranger (Acoustic Version)</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Juice’s </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4LHUn9Lqi4Exyr1wVjzQj3?si=2qKwW2mIQvuAJtkZ9aSAAA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Becoming a Stranger (Acoustic Version)</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is here, and it’s as intimate as swapping secrets at 3 a.m. With hauntingly beautiful acoustic reimaginings and a remix featuring Shallow Alcove, this EP proves that stripped-down doesn’t mean held back. </span></p> <p><iframe title="Juice & Shallow Alcove - Becoming a Stranger (Acoustic Version)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6ihMYCVf_d0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Willow Avalon | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Willow Avalon’s debut album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1WYlyS9peUWJQTbUnFyqRD?si=ND5h5Z8qSyunOx7SWHdZjw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, might not be self-titled, but it’s clearly inspired by her personal experiences. As Willow shared, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DDhyBiwOHVP/?img_index=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I got arrested, and now the mugshot is my album cover,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> setting the stage for the heartfelt track </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3bwzHX4Ov8ZCWGKBBJkfnR?si=c6a1b8a615064a31" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Something We Regret.”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The rising Georgia native combines country-folk roots with impeccable storytelling—and she’s hitting the road so you can experience it live. </span><a href="https://www.willowavalonmusic.com/#tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch her on tour in the US and UK this year</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and maybe snag a Sofar VIP meet-and-greet while you’re there.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Willow Avalon - Homewrecker [Official Audio]" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qAaFtQC22-Y?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rich | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">me + u</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rich’s new EP, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1gKZ6kvUqbOC14srZS00f0?si=DPLCwr2sQ86RwvXNQ08FNg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">me + u</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, just dropped, and sure enough, it’s got something for both me and you. This EP’s for the R&B romantics and the indie introspectives. Perfect for slow mornings, late nights, and everything in between, having you feel some type of way. If you’re in </span><a href="https://dice.fm/partner/dice/event/6dpe22-rich-3rd-apr-genghis-cohen-los-angeles-tickets?dice_id=4725038&dice_channel=web&dice_tags=organic&dice_campaign=DICE&dice_feature=mio_marketing&_branch_match_id=1336077362465182369&utm_source=web&utm_campaign=DICE&utm_medium=mio_marketing&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXz8nMy9ZLyUxO1UvL1U9KTExMTk41tEgzSLavK0pNSy0qysxLj08qyi8vTi2yDU5MSyzKBAAtlXSaOwAAAA%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LA this April, catch Rich live</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">—it hits different.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tamzene | “Blue”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tamzene’s soulful vocals steal the spotlight in her latest feature on Dan Whitlam’s single </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5pYY6RqmUFW9qmgWNF1JWh" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Blue”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The indie-pop and R&B powerhouse adds depth to this stunning tune, proving why her 2024 album </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7JVbiQvA7MlTyLUPVYAltK?si=o4f6_k-WQIqte8RiLnmjbA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Any Weather</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was such a hit. If you can, snag </span><a href="https://tamzene.co.uk/tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">tickets to see her live on tour</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in the UK and Amsterdam.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Dan Whitlam - Blue (feat. Tamzene) [Official Video]" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tQ7K85Lr8FE?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Madeline. | “Ugly Feeling”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Madeline.’s </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/3L0DvZKG6HGir3A8qtXGT6?si=sh7OC0qiRuqJiJ8gmR-mBQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Ugly Feeling”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the kind of song you’ll want to wallow in. Crafted during a late-night London session, it’s raw, reflective, and completely captivating. The LA-based artist is proving she knows how to turn vulnerability into art—and she’s just getting started.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Ugly Feeling" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvIobfdhp4g?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch these incredible artists and so many more just like them </span><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">at a Sofar show near you</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!</span></p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-february-2025/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>New Music Alert: December</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-december-2024</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-december-2024#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[cat.kiene]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 30 Nov 2024 06:01:39 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Playlists]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3767</guid> <description><![CDATA[2024: The year of genre blends and rising stars. Before we wave goodbye, here’s a New Music Alert loaded with dreamy vocals, reimagined pop bliss, and soul in all forms. Queue up our final picks for the year and savor the best of a genre renaissance! [LISTEN ON YOUTUBE] [LISTEN ON SPOTIFY] Oh He Dead […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">2024: The year of genre blends and rising stars. Before we wave goodbye, here’s a New Music Alert loaded with dreamy vocals, reimagined pop bliss, and soul in all forms. Queue up our final picks for the year and savor the best of a genre renaissance!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON YOUTUBE</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]<br /> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=88f9dabca4f24ac3" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON SPOTIFY</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]</span></p> <h2><b>Oh He Dead | </b><b><i>Ugly</i></b></h2> <p>Oh He Dead has been turning heads with their soulful, genre-blending sound, and their <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7EfWvQIahrZafZL6xiyBQ3?si=LuT55EBbRaiNEEJjtwRXMw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">latest album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ugly</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has only upped the stakes. CJ Johnson’s powerful vocals have drawn comparisons to Stevie Nicks and Tracy Chapman.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">NPR</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">praises their “sublime instrumentation,” while the Washington Post calls their sound “infectious and soulful.” This close-knit band has a rep for unforgettable live shows, and lucky for us, they’re touring until March 2025. Sold yet? </span><a href="https://ffm.live/ohhedeadshows?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZhnGab-e_tKdz2guyA6uyGVT8fR9VrrAJUcPDaIwlj4NCElBdE5lOej3c_aem_a1R6zZ1OFyj8LhAGOK826Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">See the hype live in a city near you!</span></a></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Oh He Dead - Is It My Love" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K1hLoT_0czA?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>Medium Build | </b><b><i>Marietta</i></b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Medium Build, the indie rock-meets-alt-country project of Nick Carpenter, has listeners hooked on </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4fUn2vlTjbsJ4SGdTaQYYh?si=Lcu_YYvHRkCj3pKcGxlbhw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Marietta</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a fresh EP inspired by his hometown near Atlanta, GA. Featuring the standout track </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/0cZPQET8Hlijp8GFtt9Wz5?si=7a26f10ebcd34ea5" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Yoke”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> with Grammy-winner and Sofar alum Julien Baker, the EP reflects on family, faith, and growth while closing out Carpenter’s “Country” era. Don’t </span><a href="https://www.mediumbuildmusic.com/tour/#/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">miss his 2025 tour </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">across New Zealand, Australia, and North America—grab your tickets now!</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Medium Build - Yoke (with Julien Baker) [Lyric Video]" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H5cANj6szmA?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>State Champs | </b><b><i>State Champs</i></b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> State Champs’ new </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0fGfGPbn0HGAOex4zkAb6v?si=Pa6nfLuLTTebdTlgPGF7Xg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">self-titled album</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was released this year, packed with punchy riffs, catchy hooks, and pure adrenaline anthems like “Silver Cloud” and “Too Late to Stay.” This might be old news for pop-punk fans, given the streams it’s already racked up. If you’re up for an epic night—grab a </span><a href="https://statechamps.band/pages/tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sofar VIP package on their North American tour</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="State Champs "Silver Cloud" (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cwJu_2-dTBM?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>Honey Marmalade | “</b><b>Tectonic”</b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This just in: </span><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-november-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">the rumors are true!</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We’ve had Honey Marmalade’s single, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3zmypvHO8BqUoHSvOTufGk?si=5f0e9f305195488f" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Vice,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on repeat since its debut last month, eagerly hoping for more—and she delivered. The Nebraska native just released another banger, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7j68Vb3FrMUWWK3rCo2Zrk?si=9ukMuOBHQ2OmYbXOKvzzfQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Tectonic,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> as an official countdown for the release of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Over Before It Started—</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">the first of what we hope to be many albums to come. </span></p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/67jwT7Y0cQkee97Z6XoUdf?si=a3ed0a06dd174e19" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen here!</a></p> <h2><b>Beckah Amani | </b><b><i>Free Fall</i></b></h2> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-december-2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">You may be familiar</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> with the thought-provoking hit </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/7mb1TgYoFk43sKpcKfTAmv?si=d736ad4020d54910" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“STANDARDS,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and this year has brought us even more from the praised artist, Beckah Amani. Her newest single, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4df4LmPcayUQczAkV63sn4?si=iqL7g1uSS4ScMAZRr24X3w" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Free Fall,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> offers a glimpse of her upcoming debut album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is how I remember it</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. If you’re into soothing folk, soul-infused pop, and emotionally resonant tracks, this one’s for you.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Beckah Amani - Free Fall - Edit (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0HPcF8RxcD8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>Gigi Perez | “</b><b>Fable”</b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/1e0vsza0hIVYv9Mkz542qn?si=6860a1ca5b8749cd" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Fable,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> just dropped—and so did the feels. From gentle acoustic beginnings to a dramatic, multi-layered pop composition, this personal track explores Perez’s exploration of love, loss, and existential doubts. If you missed her tour, fear not—</span><a href="https://www.gigiperezmusic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2025 already promises to bring Perez back on stage! </span></a></span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Gigi Perez - Fable (Lyric Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PiCJGXnEtIQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>Sabrina Song | Y</b><b><i>ou Could Stay In One Spot, and I’d Love You The Same</i></b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Sabrina Song is back with the deluxe edition of her debut album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4yqK0jpYVi4vgSLfscpNIf?si=ciihRl0ZQOqrbLrQd9MpbQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">You Could Stay In One Spot, and I’d Love You The Same</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, packing in her signature indie-pop flair. Her intimate and refreshingly relatable sound captures the rollercoaster of young adulthood in every track. </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_3QWncgkjU/?hl=en&img_index=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don’t miss her on tour to catch the vibe in person!</span></a></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Sabrina Song - Okay, Okay (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jAriZkrcx8Y?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><b>Trudy and the Romance | </b><b><i>Blue Thunder</i></b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trudy and the Romance, purveyors of “mutant pop,” just released </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0f60gFGMdj91gkqKj7tFo7?si=QTgWlZYeT2yn2nT0TCsQ5A" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blue Thunder</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">—a cinematic mix of swoony ’50s vibes and indie charm that feels straight out of a ’90s rom-com. Featuring the hit track </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/612IXUSbZLBtXssCL3Szf6?si=b44fb191fe924dec" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Angel,”</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">already boasting over a million streams, it hints at a 10/10 album listening sesh. Londoners, don’t sleep on their </span><a href="https://www.seetickets.com/event/trudy-and-the-romance/the-finsbury/3209784?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaafXxe7fOJjHjG_7agJ8Kqpaqs88rphYiUa76wBHn1YXe5ErUInNWGVYao_aem_I6gZ4QASfaqN2o8DTmkWqg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">December 7th show</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Trudy and the Romance - Angel (Official Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hXIw6iHmLbQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch these artists and others just like them at a Sofar show near you!</span></a></p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-december-2024/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>New Music Alert: November</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-november-2024</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-november-2024#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[cat.kiene]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 06:36:08 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Playlists]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3714</guid> <description><![CDATA[It’s November, and our New Music Alert is here to shake up your playlist with some sonic goodness. Think of this as a modern version of your favorite coming-of-age indie flick soundtrack, featuring fresh takes on folk-rock, indie pop, and acoustic mastery. Ready to vibe? [LISTEN ON YOUTUBE] [LISTEN ON SPOTIFY] Benjamin Carter | Black […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s November, and our New Music Alert is here to shake up your playlist with some sonic goodness. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Think of this as a modern version of your favorite coming-of-age indie flick soundtrack, featuring fresh takes on folk-rock, indie pop, and acoustic mastery.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Ready to vibe?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON YOUTUBE</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]<br /> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">[</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=88f9dabca4f24ac3" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LISTEN ON SPOTIFY</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">]</span></p> <h2>Benjamin Carter |<i> Black Boys on the Radio: Part II</i></h2> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-october-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’ve been teasing it</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and now it’s here! Benjamin Carter released his “most vulnerable project to date” with his debut album </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0n0nEjjTWDbbq5WvsWWvQL?si=BRVs70VwQcKlG77adqA4PQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Black Boys on the Radio: Part II</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’ve been hitting repeat on “</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">m.m.s.l.g.g.g.h.” and “DAYDREAMING” especially, and have loved the journey from start to finish. Give this a listen with </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DA081M4PeCg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this note</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in mind.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Benjamin Carter - m.m.s.l.g.g.g.h. (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cDnLBh5nOYc?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>The Halfway Kid |<i> Myths in Modern Life</i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">London local The Halfway Kid just dropped his latest album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6g6hLJt5PQIfQCwcZGiaxe?si=CCyZhgedTgu5haBA7BqqjA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Myths in Modern Life</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, blending indie pop with alternative rock to create a sound that’s both fresh and evocative. With infectious melodies and sharp lyrics, the album explores the highs and lows of modern life (#relatable). If you’re into upbeat anthems and moody tracks, this fresh release is for you.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="The Halfway Kid - Immigrant Song (Live at Bush Hall)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hSQToK1p5I8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Dawes |<i> Oh Brother</i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dawes is back with </span><a href="https://found.ee/Dawes-OhBrother" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oh Brother</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">,</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> an album that brings their signature blend of folk-rock and heartfelt storytelling to new heights. Their single “</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3ZfhsE9LIJPqTcFhq18zZv?si=35420bc063ab4ffc" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">House Parties</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">” will have you hooked if you love soulful guitar riffs and lyrics that hit close to home. With its laid-back grooves and sentimental references, it’s the perfect track for a road trip.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Dawes - Mister Los Angeles (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xWgJWVNIj5U?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>American Football<span style="font-weight: 400;"> | </span><a href="https://www.polyvinylrecords.com/product/american_football_25th_anniversary_edition" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i>American Football (25th Anniversary Edition)</i></a><i> </i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sofar VIP artists American Football are celebrating 25 years of their iconic self-titled debut album with a special anniversary vinyl release, and emo hearts everywhere are rejoicing! Pioneers of the emo and indie rock scene in the late ‘90s, they’ve crafted a reissue that’s a must-have for longtime fans. With its nostalgic soundscapes and signature math-rock rhythms, this album still hits just as hard today as it did back then. </span><a href="https://www.polyvinylrecords.com/product/american_football_25th_anniversary_edition" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Grab a copy and relive the feels</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">—it’s like 1999 all over again, minus the hair gel.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="American Football - Never Meant [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_NfnXdXpjL0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Honey Marmalade | “Vice”</h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Honey Marmalade, a Sofar NYC A-lister, just dropped their new single “</span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3zmypvHO8BqUoHSvOTufGk?si=148bb15dfc5f4cb7" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vice</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">,” a dreamy indie-pop gem with just the right amount of edge. If you’re into</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Joss Stone and Susan Tedeschi</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, “Vice” is about to be your next indulgence. Want more? Follow </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2U1hJ0yGc6Xf5QMrvhWwdH" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Honey Marmalade on Spotify</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">—there are rumors of more to come.</span></p> <h2>Rett Madison | <i>One for Jackie</i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rett Madison released her latest album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1ZauFuTpqdgJ0B5LaziTXu?si=mPcdWRq5SGKIS_kxXU5dlw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">One For Jackie</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and we are in our feeeeeels! </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">One for Jackie</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a deeply heartfelt tribute to her late mother. As she shared, “It’s nearly impossible to capture all of my love and my grief for her into one album, but this is my offering”—and it’s stunning. Madison is known for her hauntingly beautiful blend of Americana and indie-folk, and she delivered—keep an ear out for “Everywhere,” one of the standout tracks.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Rett Madison - Everywhere (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lAQpSI2Ngd4?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Yasmin Williams |<i> Acadia</i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">DC-based artist Yasmin Williams just released her new album </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7FYQpTiE5X0G3tXhagmv39?si=cjD6uBinQumI7KcbXqFQ2g" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Acadia</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an acoustic masterpiece. Known for her next-level guitar skills, Yasmin blends elements of folk, blues, and ambient music for easy listening. With tracks like “Harvest,” this album feels like a peaceful escape into nature, one blissful note at a time.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Yasmin Williams - Harvest (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-3uhkjn1OpM?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch these artists and others just like them at a Sofar show near you!</span></a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-november-2024/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>New Music Alert: October</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-october-2024</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-october-2024#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[cat.kiene]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 28 Sep 2024 06:00:10 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Benjamin Carter]]></category> <category><![CDATA[brooke alexx]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Criibaby]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dafna]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hamzaa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Juice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[kayla marque]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3660</guid> <description><![CDATA[October’s music scene is heating up! Sofar artists are dropping new releases, from heartfelt ballads on love and loss to upbeat tracks perfect for your dance playlist. Dive into your October New Music Alert: [LISTEN ON SPOTIFY] [WATCH ON YOUTUBE] Dafna | THE PARADOX OF THE SECOND CHOICE Dafna just dropped her highly anticipated fourth […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>October’s music scene is heating up! Sofar artists are dropping new releases, from heartfelt ballads on love and loss to upbeat tracks perfect for your dance playlist. Dive into your October New Music Alert:</p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=c2fcc4c1d16845aa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[LISTEN ON SPOTIFY]</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[WATCH ON YOUTUBE]</a></p> <h2>Dafna | <em>THE PARADOX OF THE SECOND CHOICE</em></h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FR2ARlfDqNU7BMBaWjGZP?si=cJWP9Ku_QYmrprm3zF2TDA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dafna</a> just dropped her highly anticipated fourth album, <em>THE PARADOX OF THE SECOND CHOICE</em>. The album dives into the complexities of decision-making, relationships, and self-discovery, all set to a playful indie pop sound with synths and 80s vibes. The LA native delivers a fresh, relatable take on the highs and lows of navigating life’s choices. You’ll have this one on repeat!</p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Dafna - OH NO! (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lqCznltPE2U?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Benjamin Carter | <em>Black Boys on the Radio: Part II</em></h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mN6M9Kde408WNk0YrHnQn?si=Db1AG8rCT8-v7EIQ37aDcg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Benjamin Carter</a>‘s debut album <em>Black Boys on the Radio: Part II</em> drops on October 4th. Leading up to it, he’s released standout singles like “Sticks n’ Stones,” which has gained significant traction on TikTok with its unique blend of rock and introspective lyrics. His latest single, “Skin,” delves into the challenges and triumphs of being a Black man in rock, drawing inspiration from legendary artists like Bob Marley and celebrating our shared humanity.</p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Sticks ‘n Stones (Official Visualizer) by Benjamin Carter" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XTLzZ-CPzN0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>JUICE | <em>Nothing Like a Dream Live Session</em></h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Rq1n6pHHHUQwXnCO8IF4E" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JUICE</a> is back with a live rendition of their EP <em>Nothing Like a Dream</em>, recorded at Douglass Studio in Brooklyn. This new take breathes fresh life into the EP, which marked a turning point for the band. Known for their fusion of pop, R&B, and rock, the Boston-based group delivers captivating performances that showcase the unique talents of each member.</p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Juice - Come Alive (Live Session)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7eD4A-OOEJY?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Criibaby | <em>when i’m alone i feel weightless</em></h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gQzBYh1naIayoJA567ATQ?si=wtTTDATkShKbTEO-yFmK6w" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Criibaby</a>’s debut album, <em>when i’m alone i feel weightless</em>, is a dreamy, ethereal collection of electropop tracks with layered harmonies. Criibaby shared, “I make music to make room for queer people who feel like they don’t fit and anyone who is yearning to have deeper conversations and build more intentional community.” With their soft, reflective sound, Criibaby delivers a soothing and introspective listening experience.</p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1GyU1akWsJvgVvVnlSfNhT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LISTEN HERE</a></p> <h2>Brooke Alexx | <em>Big Mouth</em></h2> <p>Pop is back and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/76OGIUhWyFyKOvhRuueDa7?si=AE3Nj4a1RVWEAT-34Q3Tjg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brooke Alexx</a> is here to prove it with her new album, <em>Big Mouth</em>. Featuring hit singles “Hot Like You” and “Younger Guys” (with over 1 million streams), the album showcases her playful sound and relatable coming-of-age themes. Catch her on tour—you can even grab a <a href="https://www.brookealexx.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sofar VIP package</a> for an extra special night!</p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Brooke Alexx - Younger Guys (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2NS1-jXEgpI?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>BAERD | “Go” and “Sunken Stones”</h2> <p>Nashville-based progressive folk artist <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6L6LwshK4H0TVqsNfCO69t?si=FCdaQGAgS1S6voEu4wiH_A" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BAERD</a> has released two new singles: “Go,” with nostalgic Spanish-style guitar riffs, and “Sunken Stones,” the perfect fall road trip soundtrack. After a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7hX6iOA-xA/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sofar Sounds show in Atlanta got rave reviews</a> earlier this year, BAERD decided to take the show on the road. Now, BAERD is <a href="https://www.bandsintown.com/a/14656648" target="_blank" rel="noopener">touring through North America</a>, bringing his acoustic talents to stages across the country.</p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0rjGmvPz2Bs8kMyDkM6YHt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LISTEN HERE</a></p> <h2>Kayla Marque | <em>Midheaven</em></h2> <p>You may already have <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/75dzEtfpqH8hznod6iNSvd?si=tERbtAd8TuOLopmcVaTRHg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kayla Marque</a>’s “Villain” on your favorites, now her latest album Midheaven was recently released and debuted on her acoustic tour. Her subtle beats and powerful voice join together for an ethereal sound you’re bound to enjoy.</p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/2mDCWPT4YM76w1FQANggWX" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LISTEN HERE</a></p> <h2>Hamzaa | “25!”</h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3TXjnAw0sg1VVdnR9fGdBs?si=3U22G6sXTtCA0gao5Gu-Hw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hamzaa</a>’s newest single “25!” deserves a spot on every R&B playlist. We’re hoping it’s just a teaser for more to come because we’re already craving more. The London-based singer has crossed the pond for her <a href="https://www.hamzaa.com/events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">North American tour</a>, and we can’t wait to hear “25!” live.</p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Hamzaa - 25! (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JR16wmVHnhw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/">Catch these artists and others just like them at a Sofar show near you!</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-october-2024/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>New Music Alert: September</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-september-2024</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-september-2024#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Jardine]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 06:00:07 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Blind Pilot]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Descendent & Dupes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Jackson Rouse]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Lewis McLaughlin]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Magdalena Bay]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Monarch.]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Ravyn Lenae]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Svetlana]]></category> <category><![CDATA[The Bygones]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3611</guid> <description><![CDATA[When you can predict your random shuffle, it’s time to transcend. This month’s New Music Alert is flush with dreamy, psychedelic, and dare we say (?) ~breathtaking~ new tracks. Break free from your app’s suggested playlist and dive into the great unknown. Here’s your specially curated New Music Alert for September. [LISTEN ON SPOTIFY] [LISTEN […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you can predict your random shuffle, it’s time to transcend. This month’s New Music Alert is flush with dreamy, </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">psychedelic</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and dare we say (?) ~breathtaking~ new tracks. Break free from your app’s suggested playlist and dive into the great unknown. Here’s your specially curated New Music Alert for September.</span></p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=e3a937758a6b4dc7" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">[LISTEN ON SPOTIFY]</span></a></p> <p><a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL&feature=shared" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">[LISTEN ON YOUTUBE]</span></a></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ravyn Lenae | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bird’s Eye</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chicago’s </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/5RTLRtXjbXI2lSXc6jxlAz?si=HnZS5q5XSi2J61YT0h5MJg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ravyn Lenae</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> makes dreamy, atmospheric R&B, as is evident on her latest release, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1uE3dRPe3SrGdNhd1nWlSa?si=Zvdc_0UbQyCpw_twjSjlvw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bird’s Eye</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The new album, her second full-length, is tinged with psychedelia and honey-sweet vocals, and is the perfect culmination for an artist who released three musically diverse EPs in the latter half of the 2010s. The tracks explore love and forgiveness, devotion, and heartbreak. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Highlights include the dreamy “One Wish” (which features a certain global superstar called Childish Gambino), and the hypnotic “Dream Girl”, featuring Ty Dolla $ign. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Want to see Lenae live? </span><a href="https://www.ravynlenae.com/tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">She’s hitting the road in October</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, with Sofar VIP packages currently on sale: your chance to catch a pre-show soundcheck performance by Ravyn Lenae. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Ravyn Lenae - One Wish feat. Childish Gambino (Official Music Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4oNYTgzNEPQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Magdalena Bay | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Imaginal Disk</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The brand new album from LA’s prog-pop duo, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1oPRcJUkloHaRLYx0olBLJ?si=KzcEUlGXSfKsroD1x1m4Kw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Magdalena Bay</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4HTy9WFTYooRjE9giTmzAF?si=yjBd037WTrWzGEYSbNJvnA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Imaginal Disk</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">: a sprawling synth odyssey that touches on elements of electronic, dance, house, drone, and disco. It comes in the wake of their 2021 debut LP, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mercurial World</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and it’s immediately clear that there’s no sophomore slump here. The new album is just as strong, with Mica Tenenbaum’s voice echoing pop stars like Lana Del Rey and Britney, and Matthew Lewin’s work on the keys giving the band a fresh sound.</span></p> <p><a href="https://imaginaldisk.world/tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch Magdalena Bay on the road later this year</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, starting at the Fillmore in San Francisco on September 3. Sofar VIP packages are available, which include a 1-2 song performance by the band and a Q&A session.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Magdalena Bay - Image (Official Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DfcWOPpmw14?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Descendent & Dupes | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Convergence</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> EP</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The new single from </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZzVAmfZQt50rKuXZ5ZvhP" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Descendent</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> & </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DcPKtbfTlGnBFIqS4Tlu2?si=8ql-d7L9Snm4S8SQzSShGw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dupes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is “Anything”, and it expresses the extent to which love can go to explore the depths of relationships. “Anything” is infused with soulful R&B and passionate rap verses, capturing the essence of devotion and commitment. It’s just one of five dynamic songs on the duo’s new EP, </span><a href="https://descendent.bandcamp.com/album/convergence" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Convergence</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This project masterfully blends hip hop, rap, R&B, and Soca, creating a rich sound that speaks to the heart and soul. These tracks explore themes of social justice, relationships, life’s journey, and the pursuit of good vibes, offering a sonic experience that is both thought-provoking and uplifting.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Descendent & Dupes - Anything" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hyJdJ2bmCnw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Bygones | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Bygones</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">From one duo to another, let’s talk about The Bygones’ </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/3PUhTRLge0lzGfFKALhJDk?si=nk6YcaxaRtmPvtrjMd6mwA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">self-titled debut album</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. You may know each half of </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4s6JGYfrcfIYMvwY6oMMvY?si=MHUNw7tlQiC0LXDXx22DpA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Bygones</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> – Allison Young and Josh Turner – for their individual work on their respective YouTube channels, where they cover popular music and appear in each other’s original songs. Now the pair has released a collection of original songs in the form of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Bygones</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The album is an unexpected mix of traditional jazz, 70’s singer-songwriter, classic country, bossa nova, garage, and indie rock. Turner brings his classical guitar background and ear for vocal harmony, while Young’s powerful songwriting and nostalgic voice add accessibility and a fresh tone to every track. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can see the duo </span><a href="https://thebygonesband.com/Shows" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">live in concert</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> throughout Europe in September and October, before they return to the U.S. for dates in November and December. Don’t miss exclusive Sofar VIP packages for the U.S. tour, which offer you an acoustic performance and Q&A session with the band.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Whatever That Is - The Bygones (Official Lyric Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vaq2yF86L1U?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lewis McLaughlin | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Hope In Fear </span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Scottish singer-songwriter </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Th5PnKHXHqchkCl7pXeHz?si=iihkWO4TQQy36H7jlDx2iw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lewis McLaughlin</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s latest album is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5ydNx1vFytputhtyaX6Viw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Hope In Fear</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a beautiful blend of folk, pop, and shoegaze – equal parts Paolo Nutini, Chris Martin, and something else entirely. The new songs are daring and audacious, crafting a cohesive sound that embarks into fresh territory but remains true to McLaughlin’s introspective and narrative-driven songwriting style.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Lewis McLaughlin - Human Beings (Official Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vCPLba5VyGw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blind Pilot | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain</span></i></h2> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qiGjRyN7TJ1GA2nXF68Hi?si=UO_UMv0ETbSV8qFklVUDzg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blind Pilot</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s new album is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6tOJnr4iithYzoOLec7g0p?si=-sHpMYbJShOmjMSj0YDAYQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a shimmering collection of autobiographical songs about love, life, and art. The album comes after an eight-year dry spell, where frontman Israel Nebeker just couldn’t create. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I went through a few years where I wasn’t able to write—I tried therapy, I read books on writer’s block, I went on writing trips, but nothing was helping,” says Nebeker. He then challenged himself to ignore the critical voice in his head and write an album in just one month. The result is a musical revelation for the band, with tracks echoing other great contemporary bands like The War on Drugs. </span></p> <p><a href="https://www.blindpilot.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The band hit the road in November</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, with VIP packages available (including a private acoustic performance and group photo with the band) and selling out fast.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Blind Pilot - Just a Bird (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pU5fgac-4-A?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monarch. | “Gotta Get To Know Ya”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The new single from NYC’s </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0nbVikIetL72tInsAhDkq7?si=gODWMY5NR36i_P5-mN8UgQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monarch.</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a funky power anthem that perfectly embodies that feeling of seeing someone from across the room and wanting, um, to get to know them. It’s fittingly called </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/62IzvMIU42MrHQTlgk9p0C" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Gotta Get To Know Ya”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and it showcases singer Sarah Hartstein’s velvety vocals and a backing band that’s as tight as they are funky – which is a lot of each. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="monarch. - Gotta Get to Know Ya Official Music Video" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iOv1OOISqRQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jackson Rouse | ”What Don’t I Have”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">London-based artist </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UQzX8hAP7xeLffpsBUmoC?si=dF3YDdfUQTibMmzjHRDG2g" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jackson Rouse</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has built a strong track record of gorgeous pop singles and his latest, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/3Hx4EiuyUTsUEm99p8GmMJ?si=7ac3a6c30679448a" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“What Don’t I Have”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, has been on repeat in our London office. It’s a song about freewheeling jealousy, about comparing oneself to the desires of our desires: “What don’t I have that she’s got, that she’s got,” sings Rouse over a powerful backing track of glimmering harmonies with gospel and 90s R&B influences. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="What Don't I Have" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xiXm6edCTIo?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Svetlana | “Spare Just You (ft. Sanity)”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jazzy yet biting, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1xwunlUU6cREdOkHGFxQts?si=eX5SpXt6RrS87eCC_RZNTA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Svetlana</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s new single is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/5RlLhgikXT0vQCWQF1X3VD?si=1ded732b6ecd4d46" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Spare Just You”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. It’s a song about power and the high road, about knowing someone’s deepest secrets but not revealing them to that person’s romantic interests. The track blends R&B and rock elements, in a way that’s only possible when someone’s influences include Billie Holliday, Miles Davis, and modern rock and pop music. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oh, and Sanity’s verse is fire. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Spare Just You" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TuM-Dwk6t5o?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch these artists and others just like them at a Sofar show near you!</span></a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-september-2024/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>New Music Alert: August</title> <link>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-august-2024</link> <comments>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-august-2024#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Jardine]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 03 Aug 2024 06:00:01 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[New Music Alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Artists]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Charley Crokett]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dawes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Fran Lusty]]></category> <category><![CDATA[JJ Wilde]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medium Build]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Oh He Dead]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Quinn DeVeaux]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Rebekah Laur'en]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Remi Wolf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[slenderbodies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Warren Zeiders]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Winnetka Bowling League]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/?p=3528</guid> <description><![CDATA[This month’s New Music Alert is a star-studded affair—featuring big name artists, soon-to-be-loved singles, and a few tracks from one of the year’s biggest blockbuster movies. (Hint: it has to do with tornadoes). We love these songs because they’re all about finding ourselves and practicing self-love in the process. We hope you enjoy them as […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This month’s New Music Alert is a star-studded affair—featuring big name artists, soon-to-be-loved singles, and a few tracks from one of the year’s biggest blockbuster movies. (Hint: it has to do with tornadoes). </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">We love these songs because they’re all about finding ourselves and practicing self-love in the process. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do.</span></p> <p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qjXrK9g78aj1CXHAVmD66?si=e3a937758a6b4dc7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[LISTEN ON SPOTIFY]</a></p> <p><a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4_SsHNp9R6ej3Lok4BN1T0HP3xc1NluL&feature=shared" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[LISTEN ON YOUTUBE]</a></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Remi Wolf | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Big Ideas</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0NB5HROxc8dDBXpkIi1v3d?si=nFEpOKEYTOOLVKykFYuuDg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bay Area singer-songwriter</a>’s sophomore record is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7HQOEMCDGKY8eJyQPdsnYH?si=UIqmxLxoTdatv4YTJ67OSQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Big Ideas</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a solid follow-up to her breakthrough album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Juno</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Big Ideas </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">features bop after bop, starting with the album’s first track (and lead single), “Cinderella”: a song that explores Wolf’s everyday mood swings and daydreams, punctuated by her trademark wordplay, plus jazz horns and a disco-funk energy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch Wolf on </span><a href="https://www.remiwolf.com/tour/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">her North America tour</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in September and October, with Sofar VIP packages available.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Remi Wolf - Cinderella (Official Video)" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_3pEI2k7BZ0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Quinn DeVeaux | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Leisure</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1FC6GeoKWoJXrekSyllXzd?si=DnO9WDKkRti5PIzhb-uW3A" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The crooner</a>’s third studio album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/3HCrALxVCYbIA6wIv46FNh?si=jiIO4b55RJO5MJ3BHbBWGQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Leisure</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, is his best yet. Featuring DeVeaux’s unique blend of blues, soul, and country (which he calls “Blue Beat Soul”), </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Leisure </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">is at once new and old, sharp yet mellow. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Very Best Thing” is a standout track, and features fellow San Francisco musicians The California Honeydrops. It’s a song about self-confidence after a break-up, when you need to remind yourself of your own worth — an easy mantra to digest, given all the bright flourishes. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Very Best Thang Video official video" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YhkWS-DxFRA?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oh He Dead | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oh He Dead on Audiotree Live </span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We love a good live album. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nLlWcvMIIGHHnDOQMi0h6?si=7BJXDKXhQh-hrQGtqTHKBA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oh He Dead</a>’s </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4L3sEginNIJe8xIlU8GMCq?si=TmEWoW29SYOMjUyu3jvPbw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Audiotree Live session</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is out now, so you can imagine we’re spinning it a LOT. Expect reworkings of tracks from the band’s two recent albums </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pretty </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">and their self-titled debut, plus a few tracks from their upcoming album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ugly</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. You’ll also find “Strange Love”, which we featured in our recent <a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/sofar-artist-news-july-2024">Sofar Artist News</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’re loving this version of “The Foreigner”, one of the band’s early breakthroughs, which singer CJ wrote about being pregnant. According to the band, the song is about “love’s defiant triumph over doubt, and the blossoming blissful connection between a mother and her unborn child.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s a beautiful message, and it hits us every time.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="OH HE DEAD - The Foreigner | Audiotree Live" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/27V787hIv40?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rebekah Laur’en | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Late Summer Nights</span></i></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Washington D.C. artist <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tmM2xMVPRd617FJhnlwni?si=6HBS43G2RoKaZ2to4_o5Sw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rebekah Laur’en</a> released her sophomore album, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6m70fhg3Zy851jMNILVJqR?si=mLS-dCjlSceb3c64s72m2w" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Late Summer Nights</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, in June. Fully self-produced by Laur’en, this intimate and emotive album traverses R&B, soul, and pop. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’re loving the track “Used To”, which is about a ‘friends with benefits’ relationship that expires after the narrator realizes they deserve better.</span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="REBEKAH LAUR'EN - USED TO" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ma51rPb_DyU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fran Lusty | </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">6 Foot and Growing</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">London’s <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6idlNQLvsjYJwQG4ojsmKK?si=iN4iX98oQ5yZCwK7qx-naw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fran Lusty</a> writes tender acoustic love songs in the indie-folk vein. Her EP </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/4JXTBcJ6DuzNkC5PqRPDpf?si=fC83GUUzRNmOPz19D2JKKg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">6 Foot and Growing</span></i></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">is a dazzling collection of observations about one’s body in the world. They’re poetic and still, while carrying lofty messages for such a young singer-songwriter. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I Hate My Job” is a reflection on the imbalance we experience, working our whole lives while the big wide world sits there waiting to be discovered. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Fran Lusty - I Hate My Job (Official Lyric Video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ca6tscUyFw8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">JJ Wilde | “Options”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This song’s for anyone who’s been broken up with. Just know, as <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1pLZeUSXJwVVJSPhmBSwf6?si=ZhNy_AlLRry69NHuJcDP5A" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JJ Wilde</a> reminds you, you’ve got options. </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/5C07ATVVL5hBHa8dFI6PZK?si=1d759c938ba246b0" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Options</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">” (the song) captures a feeling of newfound freedom in the single life. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You may know the Canadian rock singer from her breakout track “The Rush”, which featured on her Juno Award winning debut album, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ruthless</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, from 2020. While “Options” is a little less rugged than the material on </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ruthless</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, it captures a bite that we’ve come to expect from Wilde’s songwriting.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch JJ Wilde kicks off </span><a href="https://jjwilde.com/#tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">her Canadian tour in October</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, with available Sofar VIP packages that include a cocktail (curated by Wilde) and a cover pre-show performance. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Options" width="500" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UuYX9BjrA8c?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Warren Zeiders | “The Cards I’ve Been Dealt”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The soundtrack to the movie </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Twisters </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">dropped a couple of weeks ago, and there are two familiar names on the list of featured artists. First up is <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kplJl06UmldxLKseURAYi?si=B4Q6UUXhSWS86FRFXt7FFw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Warren Zeiders</a>, whose country song, </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1g1tIfElOachnfdBFgLzGV?si=JU3xnL73T56fzjxfR0kg-g" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The Cards I’ve Been Dealt”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, conjures a gravelly image of the American Midwest. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Warren Zeiders - The Cards I’ve Been Dealt (From Twisters: The Album) [Official Audio]" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UGQcvnpZbiQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Charley Crockett | “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3BJX1nYizKvWpZTY5HOAr4?si=2tY4eeRkQguVQdxkcDuV1Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Charley Crockett</a>’s version of the classic Western song </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/6FGe89mVKDOmq9D1F1UGeD?si=6c0283fd9b5742eb" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“(Ghost) Riders in the Sky”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the second track by a Sofar artist featured on the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Twisters </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">soundtrack. Written by Stan Jones in 1948, the track, described as a cowboy legend, was made famous by Johnny Cash on his 1979 album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Silver</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Crockett’s “(Ghost) Riders” gets a stylized make-over, with haunting harmonies and lonesome horns. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Charley Crockett - "(Ghost) Riders In The Sky" (Official Audio)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/20zQ1yfcfUo?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Winnetka Bowling League, Medium Build, and Dawes | “This Is Life”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This track is a real who’s who of Sofar artists. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ug3P1K8BaCdJXROrqHqhu?si=2DK8cr4kRjeLQaIqigA0lQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Winnetka Bowling League</a> invited Los Angeles rockers <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0CDUUM6KNRvgBFYIbWxJwV?si=RPPeuvaNTUuno4MRQTu08Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dawes</a> and Alaska’s <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3C6wmSgnZuqxVQyBWujBsn?si=bVE7IiaGQieCqjg_TMgCHA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Medium Build</a> into the studio for “This Is Life” – a joyous celebration of life, steeped in nostalgia and featuring some of the most distinctly poetic lyrics around. “I think God’s a dog out the window,” sings Medium Build on his verse. Oh, and the video makes the collaboration process look so beautiful and positive. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch </span><a href="https://www.mediumbuildmusic.com/tour/#/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Medium Build</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://dawestheband.com/tour/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dawes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on the road this September and October, with Sofar VIP packages available for both artists. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="This Is Life (Lyric Video) - Winnetka Bowling League Feat. Medium Build & Dawes" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HMFjdj_8Fv0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">slenderbodies | “sunny eyes (anymore)”</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The new track from <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3S4d3YRNGg2OhnNm3QvfhA?si=t1e72lBmRbKja9UmMqYQgQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">slenderbodies</a> is like a warm hug. The indie-pop duo’s third single of 2024 is </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/28uTi4H3zz5e9TwNWOEIhE?si=cd4bcddfb87b4d1f" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">“sunny eyes (anymore)”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a feel-good, driving song that showcases the pair’s hushed falsetto voices and laid back guitar work. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They’re </span><a href="https://slenderbodi.es/tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">going on tour too</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, in September and October, across the U.S. Sofar VIP packages are available for most shows, which include a soundcheck performance and a Q&A session with the band. </span></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="slenderbodies - sunny eyes (official music video)" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1GKOi6nNTQ4?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catch all of these artists and so many others at </span><a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">a Sofar show near you</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!</span></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.sofarsounds.com/blog/articles/new-music-alert-august-2024/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>