My Next Read: “Mia Zapata and The Gits: A Story of Art, Rock, and Revolution” by Steve Moriarty
Seattle band, The Gits and their charismatic front person Mia Zapata were on the verge of international rock stardom but on July 7, 1993,...
Violent Femmes Announce 40th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue of Seminal Album Hallowed Ground
Craft Recordings and Violent Femmes are commemorating 40 years of the band’s sophomore title, Hallowed Ground, with a wide vinyl reissue. Once an overlooked gem, the album has become...
Craft Recordings Announces Reissue for Brenton Wood’s 18 Best
Craft Recordings announces a reissue for Brenton Wood’s 18 Best, a celebrated collection of the soul singer’s classic songs. The October 4th release will feature his most famous tracks, including...
Hawthorne Heights’ The Silence in Black and White Gets 20th Anniversary Deluxe 2-LP Vinyl Reissue
Craft Recordings celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Silence in Black and White—the electrifying debut from Hawthorne Heights, with a deluxe vinyl reissue. Set for release on November 22, this limited-edition 2-LP set features...
World Premiere Cast Recording of Stephen Sondheim’s Final Musical Here We Are Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming in...
Today Concord Theatricals Recordings released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, on 2-LP, 180g opaque baby blue vinyl.
The album...
Varèse Sarabande Announces the 25th Anniversary Edition Release of The Matrix Score
Varèse Sarabande and Craft Recordings are thrilled to announce a 25th anniversary edition of Don Davis’ iconic score to The Matrix. Due out November 15th and available for pre-order today on LP, CD, and digital formats, The...
Concord Records and Fantasy Records Have Merged to Become Concord Records
Concord Label Group announced today that Concord Records and Fantasy Records have merged. A new logo has been unveiled for the combined brand which...
How To Run a Listening Party and 5 Reasons You Should as a Musician
There’s no better way to connect with your fans, friends, and even first-time listeners than by hosting a Listening Party! Picture this: your latest...
Canada Post to Unveil Stamp Honouring Canadian Singer-Songwriter and Musician Sarah McLachlan
Canada Post issued a new stamp today honouring singer-songwriter and musician, Sarah McLachlan. Known for her emotional ballads and hauntingly soulful vocals, the...
My Next Read: “Band People: Life and Work in Popular Music” by Franz Nicolay
Secret (and not-so-secret) weapons, side-of-the-stagers, rhythm and horn sections, backup singers, accompanists—these and other “band people” are the anonymous but irreplaceable character actors of...
Celebrate the U.S. Beatlemania Explosion: Iconic 1964 Albums Return in 8LP Vinyl Box Set
1964 was the year that the U.S.A. first fell head-over-heels for The Beatles, with an unprecedented run of albums and singles topping the charts...
The Flaming Lips to Release Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Blu-Ray Edition on November 1, 2024
Immersing listeners deeper into a living and breathing otherworld, GRAMMY Award-winning alternative luminaries The Flaming Lips will unveil Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots (Blu-Ray...
Southern Rock Icons Van Zant Reunite, New Album Coming November 22
Southern rock icons Van Zant have reunited and returned to the studio for what will be their first new album in nearly two decades....
Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 begins Streaming on Disney+ Sept. 25
Make room for new emotions when the top animated movie of all time, Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2, makes its streaming debut on Disney+...
Unveiling the Signature Jack White Collection: A Revolution in Sound
Jack White has long been a pioneer in music, pushing the boundaries of tone, technique, and creativity. Now, his vision comes to life in...
Canadian Icons and Anthems Honoured at 34th SOCAN Awards
On September 24, 2024, the 34th SOCAN Awards will honour the outstanding achievements of Canada's most accomplished songwriters, composers and music publishers over the...