Posts made in March 2019

The Greeting Committee’s New Music Video

THE GREETING COMMITTEE RELEASE VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “IS THIS IT?”

WATCH HERE

ANNOUNCE FIRST-EVER NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR AND SUPPORT DATES WITH RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE

“The retro sophisti-pop vibes on the Kansas City-based band’s

latest release are both fresh and nostalgic.” – NYLON

“This band needs to be on your radar.” – IDOLATOR

“The Greeting Committee’s debut album, This Is It, takes ‘faux-veracity’ to task with its astute recollections of what it feels like to love and come of age simultaneously.” – LADYGUNN

Today, The Greeting Committee share the music video for “Is This It?” the newest single from their debut album This Is It [Harvest Records] WATCH HERE.

The band premiered the video with FLOOD Magazine this morning, who called the track “a sparkling pop confection, punctuated by bracing horn blasts like an updated take on the Waitresses day drinking with Florence + the Machine,” and praised the visual as “surreal” and “fueled by youthful exuberance.”

This new video arrives alongside the exciting news that The Greeting Committee will embark on their first-ever North American headline tour, which includes shows at iconic venues like New York City’s Mercury Lounge on May 14. While on the West Coast, they will also join Rainbow Kitten Surprise on select dates. The run will conclude with a festival appearance at Boulevardia in their hometown of Kansas City. Full routing can be found below.

That Bad [2015] and Meeting People Is Easy [2017]. The Greeting Committee have amassed over 25 million combined global streams and continue to attract critical praise from the likes of NYLON, Idolator, LADYGUNN, FLOOD Magazine, and Rookie, who last year shared a heartfelt essay for Pride Month written by front woman Addie Sartino called “The Ways I Wear My Pride.”

THE GREETING COMMITTEE TOUR DATES

5/8 Chicago, IL @ Beat Kitchen

5/10 Toronto, ON @ Canadian Music Week

5/12 Philadelphia, PA @ Voltage Lounge

5/14 New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge

5/15 Washington, DC @ DC9

5/16 Columbus, OH @ The Basement

5/17 St. Louis, MO @ The Ready Room

5/19 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade ߝ Purgatory

5/21 Austin, TX @ The Mohawk ߝ Inside

5/22 Dallas, TX @ Three Links

5/24 Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge

5/25 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court

5/31 Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre *

6/1 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theatre *

6/2 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theatre *

6/4 Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater *

6/5 Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater *

6/7 Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern *

6/8  Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern *

6/11 Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St Entry

6/13 Nashville, TN @ High Watt

6/15 Kansas City, MO @ Boulevardia

* supporting Rainbow Kitten Surprise

Between high school classes in their native Kansas City, The Greeting Committee quietly stirred up a following with their 2015 debut EP It’s Not All That Bad, which caught the attention of Lazlo Geiger, a radio personality from 96.5 The Buzz. The lead single “Hands Down” impressively generated 10 million-plus streams as the band went on touring with the likes of MisterWives, Tennis, The Mowgli’s, Saint Motel, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, as well as making a splash at Lollapalooza and SXSW.

The Greeting Committee are: Addie Sartino (vocals), Brandon Yangmi (guitar), Pierce Turcotte (bass), and Austin Fraser (drums).

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Andy Vargas Goes Solo

SANTANA LEAD VOCALIST ANDY VARGAS TO RELEASE DEBUT SOLO SINGLE

“THE BEAT” ON MARCH 29TH

ESPN “Music Of The Month” To Feature “The Beat” In April

Watch the video HERE.

Santana lead vocalist Andy Vargas struck world-wide fame over a decade ago when he became the lead-singer for the iconic rock band, led by 12-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Carlos Santana. Twenty world tours later, Vargas is now stepping out on his own with an up-tempo, soul-rock single, “The Beat,” out March 29th on Hip Spanic & Souleros Records. “The Beat” showcases Vargas’ signature Latin R&B sound – Souleros – a blend of “soul” and “boleros” influenced by classic funk and R&B/soul music. Souleros is also the name of his band.

“The Beat” will also be featured by ESPN’s “Music Of The Month” this April. 

“It is such a privilege to be recognized by the world as the voice for the legendary Santana. For many years, I have performed alongside my mentor, Carlos, who has always taught me to reach greater lengths in my career. I have learned so much about music through world cultures and have been influenced by world class artists I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with over the years. It’s an honor to now showcase my own music, which I consider to be the sound of the ‘New Chicano Soul,’ alongside my band Souleros,” says Vargas

2019 will be an exciting and action-packed year for Vargas. In addition to releasing the English and Spanish versions of “The Beat,” he releases his full-length, solo debut album in August (date tbd), preceded by several singles (including a guest appearance from Carlos Santana on a new version of “Oye Como Va”).

Vargas also will embark on a worldwide tour with Santana in celebration of 50 years of Santana’s music, the 50th Anniversary of Santana’s Woodstock performance (including a performance on the iconic Woodstock Stage at Woodstock 50), and the 20th Anniversary of Santana’s ‘Supernatural’ album.

The “Supernatural Now” tour with the Doobie Brothers kicks off June 22 and includes headlining dates at the Hollywood Bowl on June 24th and a series of New York area dates in late August.

His masterful soul-tinged voice has also graced stages with Enrique Iglesias, Patti Labelle, Taboo of the Black-Eyed Peas and Yanni, among others.

For more on Santana’s upcoming tours: http://tour.santana.com/

Cosha TG “War”

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY! COSHA TG RELEASES “WAR” FT. LIL ZAY OSAMA

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CHICAGO’S COSHA TG – FIRST ARTIST SIGNED TO THE VENTURE – RELEASES TIMBALAND-PRODUCED DEBUT EP SUMMER NIGHTS – LISTEN HERE

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “CALL MY PHONE” HERE

WATCH COSHA TG, TIMBALAND & THE FACTORY IN THE STUDIO HERE

Def Jam Recordings – the Undisputed greatest label in hip-hop history – expands its scope with the signing of an exclusive long-term joint venture agreement with legendary, Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling producer and artist Timbaland and his Mosley Music Group. Buzzworthy Chicago artist Cosha TG’s debut EP, SUMMER NIGHTS – produced by Timbaland and his production team THE factory is out (listen HERE) and is the first project released on Good Vibes Forever/Mosley Music imprint via Def Jam. Cosha TG was signed by Mosley Music president Gary Marella and Good Vibes label head SB.

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Johnnyswim “The Last Time”

JOHNNYSWIM RELEASE NEW SINGLE “THE LAST TIME” FEATURING MUSIC ICON MICHAEL MCDONALD

Critically acclaimed duo, JOHNNYSWIM led by husband-and-wife Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano, release their latest single “The Last Time” featuring music icon Michael McDonald. Their third full-length album, MOONLIGHT [Britannia Row Recordings/BMG], will be out on April 19.

This marks the groups first release under their newly minted deal with Britannia Row Recordings and BMG. In support of the album, JOHNNYSWIM will embark on a North American tour beginning May 3 in St. Louis, MO. See the full routing for dates below and click HERE for more info!

TOUR DATES

May 3 St. Louis, MO The Pageant

May 4 Indianapolis, IN Egyptian Room

May 7 Cincinnati, OH Bogart’s

May 8 Knoxville, TN Tennesse Theatre

May 10 Nashville, TN The Ryman

May 11 Atlanta, GA Coca-Cola Roxy

May 13 Charlotte, NC The Fillmore

May 14 Raleigh, NC The Ritz

May 15 Washington, DC Lincoln Theatre

May 17 Philadelphia, PA Union Transfer

May 18 New Haven, CT College Street Music Hall

May 20 Boston, MA House of Blues

May 21 New York, NY Webster Hall

May 22 Brooklyn, NY Brooklyn Steel

May 24 Columbus, OH Newport Music Hall

May 25 Chicago, IL Rivera Theatre

May 28 Austin, TX Emo’s

May 29 Houston, TX White Oak Music Hall

May 30 Oklahoma City, OK Jones Assembly

June 1 Dallas, TX Bomb Factory

June 4 Denver, CO Ogden

June 5 Salt Lake City, UT The Union

June 7 Seattle, WA Showbox SODO

June 8 Portland, OR Roseland Theatre

June 10 San Francisco, CA The Masonic

June 12 San Diego, CA Humphrey’s

June 13 Phoenix, AZ The Van Buren

June 14 Los Angeles, CA The Theatre At Ace Theatre

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Kim Viera “Here For Ya”

KIM VIERA RELEASES NEW SINGLE “HERE FOR YA” TODAY

Puerto Rican singer and songwriter Kim Viera releases her brand new single “Here For Ya” today in both English and Spanglish.

Listen to “Here For Ya”: HERE

The track is powered by a throwback beat and sultry production, building toward a seismic and soaring refrain carried by Kim’s powerhouse voice. The two versions in English and Spanglish speak to her worldwide appeal.

In many ways, Kim Viera was destined to merge cultures in her music. Growing up of Puerto Rican descent in an artist-friendly New York household, her parents both worked in the entertainment industry. Dad launched, owned, and operated a live production company, and Mom could be heard as a backup singer for Willie Colon, Ruben Bladés, and more. Yearly vacations in Puerto Rico represented that balance as the travel mixtape spanned Selena, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, La India, Sia, Brandy, and Whitney Houston. A vocal powerhouse, she made her introduction on viral hits alongside YouTube mega-star Kurt Schneider in between writing for superstars such as Lil Wayne. In 2016, she landed a major label deal with Republic Records and made waves by contributing “Tribe” to the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Pitch Perfect 3. This anthem quickly clocked 1.8 million Spotify streams. Along the way, she honed her “American Latina” style and set fire with her single “Como” feat. Daddy Yankee. It exploded as an international smash with 40.8 million cumulative streams and counting, while the music video surpassed 24 million views in under a year. Meanwhile, she garnered acclaim from Billboard and NPR who pegged it among “Our Favorite Latin Songs This Week,” upon release, setting the stage for her 2019 anthem “Here For Ya.”

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MIAMI MUSIC WEEK 2019

CASABLANCA RECORDS CELEBRATES MIAMI MUSIC WEEK 2019 WITH THE ESSENTIAL ELECTRONIC POOL PARTY AT DREAM SOUTH BEACH

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LYFT, SPLICE, BILLBOARD DANCE, AND HITS 97.3

GUESTS INCLUDED DON DIABLO, SG LEWIS, NETSKY, PHANTOMS, M-22, DZEKO, BLACK CAVIAR, AUTOGRAF, FELIX JAEHN, AND MORE

Casablanca Records hosted The Essential Electronic Pool Party celebrating Miami Music Week 2019 at the Dream South Beach.

In addition to DJ sets from SG Lewis, Netsky, Phantoms, M-22, Dzeko, Black Caviar, Autograf, the event featured attendees such as Don Diablo, Felix Jaehn, NOTD, Felix Cartel, and more.

The event was hosted in partnership with Lyft, Splice, Billboard Dance, and HITS 97.3.

Jay-Z Accepts GLAAD Award Wearing FRÈRE

Legendary Hip Hop Icon, Jay-Z wears a custom FRÈRE suit jacket to accept the GLAAD Vanguard Award

When Beyoncé and Jay-Z accepted the Vanguard Award at last night’s GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles, they did so in elegant style. The couple, who was honored for their work promoting equal rights for the LGBTQ community, arrived at The Beverly Hilton in dual takes on tuxedo dressing. They appeared perfectly matched with Jay-Z in a pale pink single-breasted blazer and pleated shirt from FRÈRE and Beyoncé wearing tulle accented heels and a black Alexander Wang mini-dress that mimicked the lines of his tux.

GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis previously said “When Beyoncé and JAY-Z speak, the world becomes inspired and when it comes to LGBTQ people, their voices of acceptance have been heard loud and clear. We could not be prouder to stand with them to send a message of love.” The Carters took to the stage to share their experiences with identity and the LGBTQ family members who helped shape their journey. Jay-Z spoke of his mother Gloria and her coming out, referencing her acceptance speech from last year’s ceremony when she was honored with a special recognition award for the song “Smile.”

Who: Jay-Z, Hip Hop ICON & founder of ROC Nation

Where: Beverly Hills, CA – GLAAD Awards @ the Beverly Hilton

What:  Beyoncé and JAY-Z were the guests of honor at the GLAAD awards. Jay Z wears FRÈRE which has quickly become his go-to designer for his recent large events including, this years’ OSCARS Chateau event, his GRAMMY’s Roc Nation brunch & now the GLAAD awards. Jay & longtime stylist June Ambrose works closely with the Creative Director of FRERE, Davidson Frere to select unique fabrications and never seems to shy from a bright pop of color. The impeccable slim fit is quintessentially FRÈRE.

ABOUT FRÈRE: FRÈRE is the new voice of modern fashion. With an obsessive focus on fit and fabrication the FRÈRE brand elevates classic silhouettes with extensive experience in bespoke suiting. FRÈRE brings the expertise forward to express a continuation of this vision of an expansion into a fashion house with the offerings of ready-to-wear collections and accessories with a global presence. All of FRÈRE ‘s garments are hand-made by the finest artisans in the world using the most luxurious materials.

http://www.frereny.com

 

Rolls-Royce New Head of Design

ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS ANNOUNCES NEW HEAD OF DESIGN

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced that Jozef Kabaň has been appointed Head of Design. Kabaň, 46, is an experienced and talented designer, having spent the majority of his career at a senior level in automotive design. Kabaň joins Rolls-Royce Motor Cars from the BMW Group where he has been Head of Design Studio BMW since 2017.

Passionate about car design and art from an early age, and with an obsession for detail, Kabaň completed his studies in Bratislava and London, concluding with a Master of Art in Car Design at the Royal College of Art in London. Aged just 20, Kabaň was one of the youngest ever designers to join the VW Group. He progressed rapidly, and in 1998 he was awarded project lead for the Bugatti Veyron, for which he designed the exterior. He gained global recognition for the design, demonstrating his ability, even at this early stage in his career, to combine the automotive world with those of luxury and art.  

His success led to a desire to continue broadening his experience in the automotive field, leading to Head of Exterior roles, first at Audi AG and then Skoda Auto. At Skoda he was recognized for revolutionizing the manufacturer’s design ethos, significantly influencing the design and emotionality of the brand through a broad range of models. Throughout this period of his career he also maintained design responsibility for small volume projects, including limited and special editions and show cars.

Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said, “I am delighted to announce that Jozef Kabaň has been appointed Head of Design. He is an exceptionally talented designer with a strong track record and a wide breadth of ability. It is testament to the success of our business that, as the world’s leading luxury house, we are able to attract the world’s very best design talent.” He continued, “This is an exciting time for our brand and I look forward to welcoming Jozef to the Rolls-Royce family.”

Adrian van Hooydonk, Chief Designer, BMW Group, commented, “The Rolls-Royce Design Team creates outstanding motor cars and luxury objects. I am convinced that Jozef Kabaňwill guide this phenomenal team into a very bright future indeed.”

Kabaň is married with a daughter and a son and will be based at the company’s design studios in Goodwood, West Sussex and Munich.

 

DaniLeigh “Lil Bebe” Remix

DANILEIGH RELEASES “LIL BEBE (BEBECITO REMIX)” FEATURING NIO GARCIA & RAUW ALEJANDRO PRODUCED BY YOUNG MARTINO (“TE BOTÉ”)

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“LIL BEBE” AT OVER 100MM+ GLOBAL STREAMS!!

 

THE PLAN OUT NOW

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“This is a fly girl who knows without a doubt that she’s fly, but doesn’t care if you agree.” –REFINERY29

 

“DaniLeigh Wants to Get You Out of Your Feelings and Onto the Dance Floor.” –PIGEONS & PLANES

 

“She’s got the laid-back cool of an It Girl and the swagger of a rap star on stage, and her dance moves please crowds.” –BAZAAR

 

“Between Dani’s gift for lilting, swaggering raps and catchy, hypnotic hooks, The Plan is exactly the sort of project that becomes easy to revisit and repeat over and over.” –UPROXX

 

Glamour’s “Queenpins” With Keke Palmer

GLAMOUR’S “QUEENPINS” WITH KEKE PALMER NOW LIVE ON FACEBOOK WATCH

The eight-part series shares the unbelievable stories behind the world’s most notorious female crime bosses.

Glamour launched today its first original Facebook Watch show, “Queenpins,” which tells the stories of the most notorious female crime bosses, who upended the traditional male-driven criminal hierarchy in their relentless pursuit of power. The eight episode series is hosted by actor/producer and musician Keke Palmer and chronicles the criminals’ rise to infamy by incorporating police reports, news clippings, photos and other assets to build on each crime boss’ narrative.

The episodes will focus on each woman’s unique crime story, the pivotal career moments that influenced their path, the sordid details behind each felony, and how being a woman impacted their experience. The episodes will publish weekly on Fridays.

This week’s episode introduces Stephanie Saint-Clair or “Queenie” and the illegal underground gambling rings she ran in Harlem from the 1920s. Successful women runners were called “madames,” but St. Clair’s undeniable wit and skill earned her the title of “Madame Queen.” The episode unpacks her numerous successful criminal enterprises and courageous nature that enabled her to successfully infiltrate a man’s world.

Following the success of Glamour’s wildly popular “Broken Harts” podcast, the brand is introducing this true-crime explainer series as its first foray into crime video programming. Directed by Jamie Peterson, the show is produced by Condé Nast Entertainment. The executive producers are Keke Palmer, Sarah Napier, Jamie Peterson, Jerry Kolber and Adam Davis.

 

Watch the first episode HERE

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