American Aquarium – Things Change

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“Things Change”, the seventh studio album by American Aquarium, has been released. The country rock band from North Carolina, formed in 2005 by lead singer and guitarist BJ Barham, is on US tour over the next three months to promote their new record. “Things Change” is an earnest album with … Continue Reading →

Father John Misty – God’s Favorite Customer

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Father John Misty has released his new studio record, titled “God’s Favorite Customer”. A candid ten-track LP and follow-up to the critically acclaimed “Pure Comedy”, this album is largely produced by Father John Misty himself and Jonathan Rado, both multi-instrumentalists. Until November, Father John Misty is touring the world, playing … Continue Reading →

Welshly Arms – No Place Is Home

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Welshly Arms have released their sophomore album, “No Place Is Home”, featuring the hit single “Legendary”. Before their breakout single propelled them to international fame, the rock band from Cleveland, Ohio, published EPs in 2013 and 2014, followed by their debut LP in 2015. “No Place Is Home” is a … Continue Reading →

Shawn Mendes

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Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes releases his self-titled third studio album. Both of his previous full-length records debuted atop of the US album charts and Mendes is one of only ten solo artists to ever top the album charts before the age of 18. To promote his new record, Shawn Mendes … Continue Reading →

Ray LaMontagne – Part Of The Light

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Grammy Award winner Ray LaMontagne releases his seventh studio album, entitled “Part Of The Light”. The 44-year-old artist, who resides on a farm in Massachusetts, has been performing since 1999 and made his recording debut in 2004 with “Trouble”, his gold-selling first LP. One of the highlights on LaMontagne’s new … Continue Reading →

Charlie Puth – Voicenotes

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“Voicenotes”, the second studio album by singer-songwriter Charlie Puth, is out now. With the hit single “Marvin Gaye” from his platinum-certified debut album, Charlie Puth rose to international fame in 2015. Among several great songs, his excellent new album features a beautiful ballad with Boyz 2 Men, titled “If You … Continue Reading →

Rita Coolidge – Safe In The Arms Of Time

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Rita Coolidge’s new studio album, “Safe In The Arms Of Time”, has been released. The 73-year-old artist from Tennessee, who became known as the Delta Lady when she started as a background singer, can look back at a 50-year career in music with a number of hits on the Billboard … Continue Reading →

Review: Akua Naru – The Blackest Joy

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It’s no secret, the complicated history of Black Americans and the satisfaction of life outside of the United States. For over a century Blacks have found their way to more accommodating cities across Europe. To escape the racism of the 1960s, Blacks made the move abroad to countries like France, … Continue Reading →

Willie Nelson – Last Man Standing

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Willie Nelson has released his new studio album, titled “Last Man Standing”. The prolific legend, who just celebrated his 85th birthday, is not slowing down with recording music and he still tours the country all year long. “Last Man Standing” is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed “God’s Problem Child” … Continue Reading →

Review: Sting & Shaggy – 44/876

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There are quite a few fascinating bromances that have popped up over the years. Barack Obama and Joe Biden. Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon. George Clooney and Brad Pitt. Not to mention, of course, the most iconic duo, Batman and Robin. Thankfully we can now add to the list the … Continue Reading →