BABYLON A.D. Announce Their New Studio Album “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” to be released May 17th on Perris Records

Babylon A.D. announce their brand new studio album “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” to be released May 17th on Perris Records. It’s been 6 years since the last studio album "Revelation Highway" came out and the band has grown a lot since then. The live album that was released last year, ”Live Lightning” really super-charged the band to get back on their game and they really put a lot of time and effort into the album and it really paid off. The band had over 20 songs to choose from and they picked what they believe are the best 11 tracks to represent the band's sound and direction.

Songs like the opening adrenaline rushed driving track, “Wrecking Machine”, the slow burn metal rocker “Pain”, and the atmospheric “Crashed Into The Sun”, really capture the bands diversity of musical tastes and the input of the band members contributions. While songs like “Face Of GOD”, “I Will Never Break Again” and “Sometimes Love Is Hell” are all great ballad musical arrangements and really have some interesting lyrical content and visual story telling that Vocalist/Songwriter Derek Davis has written for the listener. The big hook choruses the band is known for like the title track “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day”, “White Hot Bullet and the very melodic track “Looking For A Heartbeat” reminisce their first album.

Derek Davis is really excited about the new record, "The fans are really gonna love the new Babylon A.D. album. You know what they say’ “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” and this album took some time but “man was it worth the wait! We got real lucky to have Grammy award winner David Donnelly ‘DNA Mastering’ to master the album, he’s done many top records we’ve all heard, ‘Motley Crue”, Chicago”, Aerosmith”, Slash” and a whole lot more bands we all know. This guy has got a great ear and knows his turf."

Tom Mathers, Perris Records President shared his thoughts on the new album, "The new “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” studio CD is what the Babylon A.D. fans have been waiting for. It is like the band went back in time and captured the style and influence of their debut "Self titled" release on Arista Records. The opening track “Wrecking Machine” is a hard driving rocker & “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” has a HUGE killer chorus that you will be singing along with. This release guarantees every Babylon A.D. fan will not be disappointed."

Babylon A.D. can’t wait to start playing the songs live and have some very exciting shows coming up, The ‘Whisky Go A Go’ in June and ‘Monsters On The Mountain’ in August in Gatlinburg Tennessee.

You can pre-order the autographed CD bundle at perrisrecords.com/babylon-a-d

Upcoming Babylon A.D. Tour Dates:

May 18th - Retro Junkie - Walnut Creek CA
June 7th - Whisky go Go - Hollywood CA
Aug 3rd - Fulton 55 - Fresno CA
Aug 25th - Monster On Mountain - Gatlinburg TN
Sept 21st - Horsefest - Newark CA

Rob Eberle Unveils Latest Single "ILYM" on Earthprogram/Virgin Music

Emerging singer-songwriter Rob Eberle’s latest single, "ILYM", is now available on Spotify and all major music services. This marks Eberle's debut with Earth Program/Virgin Music.

"ILYM" by Rob Eberle is more than just a song; it's a captivating journey through the intricate layers of family dynamics. With its poignant lyrics and haunting melodies, this track delicately balances themes of love and conflict, offering listeners a deeply resonant experience. Its multifaceted nature allows it to seamlessly transition between being a soulful companion for solitary introspection and a vibrant anthem that unites diverse audiences in moments of reflection and celebration.

This song's versatility is its greatest strength, inviting listeners to explore the profound complexities of familial relationships. Whether you find yourself lost in quiet contemplation or swept up in the energy of the dance floor, "ILYM" adapts to the moment, providing a soundtrack for every emotion. Through its heartfelt storytelling and emotive musical arrangement, this track captures the essence of family bonds, reminding us of the beauty found within the messiness of human connection.

With "ILYM," Rob Eberle has crafted more than just a song; he has created a musical experience that resonates deeply with audiences of all backgrounds. Whether you're reflecting on your own family experiences or simply enjoying the music, "ILYM" offers a moving and unforgettable journey that speaks to the heart.

“ILYM” boasts incredible production by Blake Stokes and an expert mix by Andrew Castillo. Stokes' meticulous production enhances the song's emotional depth, while Castillo's skillful mixing ensures that every detail shines through, creating a truly immersive listening experience.

This is the follow up single to the critically acclaimed “Half Of You” which was released earlier this year and will also be included on the forthcoming “Collateral Damage” EP. Watch the video for Half Of You here.



Rob Eberle is a young, versatile singer, songwriter, and producer, originally from Long Island, NY. What sets Rob apart is his extraordinary talent for capturing both his own life experiences and those of others through his music. He is the creative force behind all his songs, crafting both lyrics and melodies and collaborating with various producers to infuse each track with unique moments. Eberle's songs serve as windows into the stories and moments of his life and the lives of those around him. Influenced by a diverse array of artists ranging from FINNEAS, Elliott Smith, Billie Eilish, Jeremy Zucker, Olivia Rodrigo, all the way to Alexander 23, Eberle has carved out his own genre-bending niche in the realm of darker alternative pop-rock.

Rob Eberle is not just a singer but also a multi-instrumentalist, proficient in guitar, piano, ukulele, bass, and even drums, which he's recently taken up. His journey as a songwriter began at the tender age of 12, nurtured within a musical family. At 8, he received his first left-handed guitar, a gift that ignited his lifelong passion for music.

During the challenging period of the pandemic, Rob turned his focus to music, teaching himself production and piano while navigating the uncertainty of quarantine. In the past year, his music journey has taken him to remarkable places. Just recently has been signed to Earth Program Virgin Records for Distribution.

Watch Anna Tivel's video for "Bluebird" off upcoming LP 'Living Thing'

Portland, OR singer/songwriter Anna Tivel will release her sixth album, Living Thing, on May 31 via Fluff & Gravy Records (pre-order). It was made with longtime collaborator (and Bon Iver-approved musician) Shane Leonard, and written during the turbulent year of 2020. “I wrote feverishly in the strange chaos of that year, suddenly out of work and attempting to understand the shifting human fabric, the depth of desperation and the overwhelming tenacity of spirit,” Anna says. “The resulting songs felt rhythmic and vital, with more melody and soaring chorus than I’ve explored in the past.”

Following the folky lead single “Disposable Camera,” we’re now premiering second single “Bluebird,” which finds Anna channelling sweeping, classic pop balladry. “‘Bluebird’ is a song about hope, about the beautifully flawed, fundamentally human way we reach toward something better – forward and backward all at once, chaotic, painful, profound,” she says. “I wrote it after a summer of unrest, isolation, and thick wildfire smoke. My city, the whole country, the world – it all felt alarmingly silent and utterly deafening. History so close you could taste it. The future an unknown expanse lit up in eternal change.”

About the video, Anna adds, “The video is archival footage from old and recent protests around the world. And also this strange alien future dance sequence I found. We made a projector reel of the footage and put it up on a bunch of white sheets hung in an old empty office space. I’m moving through those scenes from the past and also out in front of it, just the blue light of the future still unformed…the past will break your heart but the future hasn’t been told yet and we forever see it lit up better in our minds…is the general idea :)” 



2024 Tour Dates:

April 4 — Bluebird Theater — Denver, CO
April 5 — Armory Event Center — Fort Collins, CO
April 6 — The Commonwealth Room — South Salt Lake, UT
April 7 — El Korah Shrine — Boise, ID

Psychedelic Rockers HOWLIN' JAWS Infuse 60s Pop and Fuzz w/ Cosmic Banger, 'THROUGH MY HANDS' from Sophomore LP, "Half Asleep Half Awake"

Parisian psych-rockers Howlin’ Jaws, the dynamic trio known for their captivating blend of 60s garage and pop rock that meets psychedelic soundscapes, have dropped their latest single "Through My Hands" .. The track is taken from their highly-acclaimed album 'Half Asleep Half Awake,' which was recorded at Liam Watson’s renowned Toe Rag Studios in London.

Drawing inspiration from the golden era of rock 'n' roll, Howlin’ Jaws effortlessly transport listeners to a bygone era with their fuzzed-out guitars, infectious 60s pop melodies, and mesmerizing vocals. With tracks like "Mirror Mirror" and "Lost Songs" already making waves among fans of psychedelic rock music worldwide, "Through My Hands" promises yet to be another cosmic kaleidoscope banger.
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Reflecting on the creative process behind 'Half Asleep Half Awake,' Howlin’ Jaws shared: “Two years ago, we didn’t think we’d be experimenting so much and incorporating so many effects into our music. But now it seems self-evident to use them to flesh out the sound spectrum.” This experimentation has resulted in a truly immersive sonic experience that resonates deeply with both old-school enthusiasts as well as those discovering this genre for the first time.

"With 'Half Asleep Half Awake' receiving critical acclaim and gaining momentum within the indie music scene, Howlin’ Jaws are poised to make an indelible mark on the global psychedelic rock landscape. Their ability to seamlessly blend vintage influences with contemporary sensibilities sets them apart as true torchbearers of the genre.

"Half Asleep Half Awake" is now available everywhere via Bellevue Music.

Watch Mitski's Dramatic Black-and-White Music Video for 'Star'

Mitski has shared a new music video for "Star," a track off of her recent album The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, which was released in September 2023.

"That love is like a star / It's gone, we just see it shining," Mitski sings as she paddles a boat through the mists in the dramatic black-and-white clip. "I'll keep a leftover light burning."

Watch the video below.

The video was directed by Mitski's frequent collaborator Maegan Houang, who previously helmed the visuals for Puberty 2's "Happy" and Laurel Hell's "The Only Heartbreaker".

"Unlike the more narrative/concept driven videos Mitski and I have done together in the past, I wanted this video to encapsulate the impressionistic circularity we all experience," Houang explained in a press release. "Our lives oscillate between light and dark repeating itself in an endless cycle where nothing is permanent. The best moments are fleeting, but so are the bad."

The clip was filmed overnight on a small pond in summer 2023 with painted pieces of woods standing in for mountains to create the "otherworldly, atmospheric feeling" that Houang wanted.

"I wanted this video to encapsulate the impressionistic circularity we all experience," says director Maegan Houang.

Fresh off of the spring leg of her North American tour in support of The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Mitski is currently performing a run of shows in the UK and Europe while she continues working on the stage musical of The Queen's Gambit.

If you go see her on tour, please don't call her mother. She hates that.



Mitski is currently touring Europe in support of her new album.

Nas Celebrates 30th Anniversary of 'Illmatic' With New Merch

Nas' iconic debut album Illmatic is officially 30 years old, and to celebrate the Queensbridge rapper has released an extensive collection of new merch.

The collection consists of t-shirts, long sleeves, crewnecks, hoodies, sweats, accessories, and a leather jacket. Prices for items such as the button pack and air freshener start at just $10, while the crewnecks and hoodies go for $85 and $120, respectively. The standout item, however, is the Illmatic leather jacket, which features several patches paying tribute to the landmark album.

Pieces have been designed by artists including Andrew Agutos, Esteban Whiteside, Rushad Kolah, and Samborghini. The entire collection is available here.

The new merch isn't the only way Nas is celebrating Illmatic turning 30. Last week, he announced he'll be setting off on a 30-year-anniversary tour in the UK and Europe this October and November.

Irish Rockers Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches Go From The Lap of the Gods to the Back of the Pub with Hard Driving Debut Single “Damage”

Emerging Irish Rockers Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches present their debut single “Damage”, available Fri. April 19th, 2024 on Spotify and all the major music services, with a companion video on YouTube. The full album is out soon.

Sometime in-between bouts of getting roughed-up by his older brothers for sneaking into their rooms and playing their records, singer-songwriter Colm O'Mahony saw Queen's historic performance at Live Aid in July of 1985. At the ripe old age of 4. You could say his fate was sealed on the spot.

"I can't remember the 1986 World Cup," says Mahony, "but I can remember Live Aid. I remember it was a hot day, and the way my brothers were just talking about it and talking about it. And, of course, I remember Freddie Mercury."

Helplessly drawn to the rock and pop hits that dominated the radio at the time, O'Mahony continued to defy his older brothers and cop listens from their record collections, slowly developing his own tastes in the process.

"I had to travel quite far to buy actual records and tapes," he recalls, "so the bulk of my tastes were shaped by the radio — songs by people like Tom Petty and Bob Seger, who were so effortless that they made songwriting seem like the most natural thing. And with Petty, for example, you would really go somewhere while listening to one of his songs. It also had a really big impact when I discovered Irish artists like Luke Kelly & The Dubliners, Paddy Reilly, Liam Clancy, and Bagatelle."



But it wasn't until O'Mahony happened to go to a Bruce Springsteen concert that the initial seed planted by music blossomed into a mission.

"I'm not a spiritual person, but seeing Bruce Springsteen was the closest thing I've ever had to a spiritual experience. I was converted immediately, and it completely changed the direction of my life. Within like 6 months, I started playing guitar and singing in bars. I'd been in a pretty bad place in my life at the time. My dad passed away when I was 19, and I'd been doing drugs before then anyway. But that moment just gave me a bit of light and, just as important, a direction."

Ever since then, O'Mahony has been trying to capture that majestic sense of being enraptured by a song that somehow captures your life in a particularly well-honed couplet. And with his project Colm O'Mahony & The Hot Touches, he distills all the pomp and grandeur of stadium-bound hit parade rock down to compact expressions that fit into a beer pint.

O'Mahony's native town of Killarney, Ireland is the type of place that lends itself well to the proverbial pub crawl, with a melange of different types of music pouring out into the street all at once. "You'll get Irish music coming from one bar," O'Mahony says, "me in another, a loud rock band in another, and country music in another. It's a small town, but music is everywhere."

O'Mahony relishes his role as one of the troubadours whose vocation it is to provide the songs that soundtrack our lives. "There was something really magical about all of us being able to participate in this sense of a shared moment," Mahony offers. "I know we don't all share the songs on the radio anymore, but I try to write music that hearkens back to that kind of universality."

Indeed, the songs on Colm O'Mahony & The Hot Touches' self-titled debut run the gamut from hard-driving rockers, to contemplative singer-songwriter chestnuts to lovelorn ballads. But, much as he might've been struck by charismatic icons like Mercury and Springsteen filling stadiums with their presence all the way to the cheap seats, O'Mahony's own music conveys a humility that feels more like having a good friend in your ear.

If musicians once aimed for the lap of the gods, O'Mahony aims for the comfort of the pub. As a result, his songs end up sounding big, but with a dose of modesty and relatability that ultimately makes them more powerful.

Peggy Gou announces debut album, shares "1+1=11"

After nearly a decade releasing singles and DJ mixes, Peggy Gou has announced her debut album, I Hear You, which will be out June 7 via XL. The album includes Lenny Kravitz collab “I Believe in Love Again” and great 2023 single “(It Goes Like) Nanana,” as well as “All That,” which features Puerto Rican rapper Villano Antillano.

With the album announcement comes a new single, “1+1=11,” which closes I Hear You on a techno-powered note and comes with a video made by Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson. The director says, “Sculpture and dance are both non-verbal languages. Sometimes in order to communicate, you simply have to move. That’s what happened when I first met Peggy. We were having lunch, talking about our shared interests in psychosonics, rhythm, and movement, and to show her the moves I was talking about, I stood up in the restaurant to dance. I was thrilled that she later asked me to dance on video for one of her upcoming releases and to develop the visual language for it. By bringing together dance — embodied exploration of space — with colourful shadows, lights, and mirrors, I was able to bring some of the key interests that have long shaped my art into an entirely new context. Working together has been rewarding and a lot of fun!”

Peggy Gou plays Coachella later this month and her 2024 schedule also includes festival appearances at Primavera Sound and Glastonbury. All dates are listed below.



I Hear You:
1. Your Art
2. Back to One
3. I Believe in Love Again (with Lenny Kravitz)
4. All That (feat. Villano Antillano)
5. (It Goes Like) Nanana
6. Lobster Telephone
7. Seoulsi Peggygou (서울시페기구)
8. I Go
9. Purple Horizon
10. 1+1=11

Peggy Gou – 2024 Tour Dates:

Apr 12 – Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA (Coachella)
Apr 19 – Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA (Coachella)
Apr 20 – Liv Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
May 17 – Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV
May 29 – Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona, Spain (Primavera Sound)
Jun 1 – Bois De Vincennes, Paris, France
Jun 8 – Heaton Park, Manchester, UK
Jun 9 – Heaton Park, Manchester, UK
Jun 13 – Helsingin jäähalli, Helsinki, Finland
Jun 21 – Parco Bussoladomani, Lido di Camaiore, Italy
Jun 26 – Worthy Farm, Pilton, UK (Glastonbury)
Jul 26 – Naeba Ski Resort, Niigata, Japan
Aug 17 – Gunnersbury Park, London, UK
Aug 22 – Daresbury Estate, Halton, UK
Aug 24 – Boucher Playing Fields, Belfast, UK
Aug 29 – Parque Da Belavista, Lisbon, Portugal

‘Audio Vertigo’: gnarly, naughty and their best since ‘The Seldom Seen Kid’

Phwoar – now there’s a word you never thought you’d see aimed at Elbow again, eh? Such a comforting and regular presence have the Manchester everymen become over the last 17 years since their triumphant Mercury Prize win for the monolithic ‘The Seldom Seen Kid’, that to think of them conjures up images of Sunday roasts and Olympic victory montages. Alas, that ‘One Day Like This’ effect may have overwritten the public perception of the band’s more experimental nature.

From the trip-hoppy delights of debut ‘Asleep In The Back’, the weirdly wonderful art-rock of follow-up ‘Cast Of Thousands’, the proto-arena widescreen ‘Leaders Of The Free World’ and all of their many curious flourishes since, Elbow have never actually been the milquetoast ‘band you can introduce to your nan’. Now 10th album ‘Audio Vertigo’ is here to drop some spice on your pie and mash.

Earlier this year, frontman Guy Garvey warned us of an “inky” and “groove-based” record, leaning on their more alternative influences of punk and new wave, of Stiff Records and Afrika Bambaataa. Opener ‘Things I’ve Been Telling Myself For Years’ is a fitting taster of that palette: skittering and unpredictable, epic yet a little bit naughty. Then lead single ‘Lover’s Leap’ is horny – horny, horny, horny. A meandering bassline leads us into a rhythmic and boisterous ode to love and abandon; the graffiti on the park bench.

“Cool, really cool,” beams Garvey over an interlude glimpse of them stretching themselves in the studio, before he calls on his band to “give it fat wide wheels”. They oblige on the gnarly ‘Balu’ – where synths meet horns and a whole lot of attitude, like a marching band en route to hell as the frontman idiosyncratically paints a raunchy review: “You were the B of the bang of the binge / Til I split for a tryst with a rust belt girl with a Plantagenet fringe.”

Swedish fuzz rock outfit Guenna launch the pre-order for their debut album!

"Peak of Jin’Arrah"; the debut album by Guenna, can now be pre-ordered! Hailing from the southernmost part of Sweden, this 4 piece offers a thrilling take on fuzzy, progressive and heavy rock with vocal harmonies, perhaps described best by Nick Oliveri during a night when Guenna opened up for his band Stöner in Malmö; “Guenna sound like if YES played heavy stoner music, with all the harmonies and stuff. And I mean the good part of YES! It’s fucking rad!”

"Peak of Jin’Arrah" offers 8 new tracks recorded in Tambourine Studios, Malmö. The album is released on the 19th of April and will be available on 300 copies on black vinyl and 200 copies on transparent green vinyl. The album will also be available on most digital platforms.

“The completion of this album has been a much bigger project than we had initially prepared for and it has been clear that we have not done anything of this magnitude before. But FINALLY after many months of work, we now have a record that we are incredibly proud to be able to share.Though each member in the band has their own way of writing music and concepts for songs, we all have a shared affinity for adventure, sci-fi and the mythical unknown. That is something that heavily influences our creative process from beginning to end. Several songs has started as a concept before a single note has even been written. Ideas and musical motifs are usually written individually, presented infront of the band and then, as a group, we build, write, and arrange concepts, themes, and storys together."



Guenna are four guys who met when they studied music together in 2018/2019. After they all realized they miss cranking their amps and smashing the drumheads with raw power, Robert suggested starting a stoner band! While Robert were newly in love with stoner rock, his and Albin’s top three list of bands both included AC/DC and Black Sabbath, while Viktor and Oskar don’t even have a top list of bands, but some of their mutual favorite bands include Rush, and Crosby, Stills & Nash. The result of their creativity and widely mixed influences became, to quote Nick Oliveri (Kyuss, QOTSA): “Guenna sound like if YES played heavy stoner music, with all the harmonies and stuff. And I mean the good part of YES! It’s fucking rad!”. Others say “Progressive Stoner Rock”.

While none of the members originally are from Malmö, Guenna is now based in Malmö, Sweden, the best geographically place in the country to connect with Europe. Guenna is ready to go intercontinental to share their art!

Psych Rock Trio HOWLIN' JAWS Drop New Video Single, 'Bewitched Me' via Sophomore LP "Half Asleep Half Awake"

Howlin' Jaws, the captivating psych-rock band hailing from Paris, is ready to take on the anglosphere with its classic '60s soundscapes and psychedelic vibes with their latest LP "Half Asleep Half Awake."

The band's latest single and video release, titled "Bewitched Me," lives up to its name with its spine-tingling, '60s overtones that sound like a Munster Family TV theme poking fun with The Beatles and The Kinks. Combining enchanting melodies with hypnotic visuals, Howlin' Jaws takes viewers on a hilariously spooky, surreal journey through a crystal ball via a sultry character casting spells on the Parisian trio as they navigate around the ensuing chaos.

Comprised of Djivan Abkarian on vocals and bass, Lucas Humbert on guitar, and Baptiste Leon on drums, this talented trio has created an album that serves as a consecration of their musical journey.

Recorded at Liam Watson's renowned Toe Rag Studios in London - known for producing acclaimed albums such as The White Stripes' "Elephant" - "Half Asleep Half Awake" showcases Howlin' Jaws pushing boundaries by infusing psychedelic phases and thunderous rhythmic signatures into each track. The band's evolution demonstrates a coming-of-age moment as they experiment with effects to flesh out their sound spectrum.

Already making waves nationally, the record was released last month in France to resounding acclaim from the press and fans alike. The album garnered attention from esteemed publications such as Rock & Folk and Rolling Stone France who featured them on their covers.

Standout tracks like "Lost Songs," "Mindreader," and the title track itself deliver captivating ballads brimming with powerful nostalgic emotions. Other songs such as "Mirror Mirror" showcase experimental elements like sitar-like guitars and vocals run through Leslie speakers for a vibrato effect. Drum and guitar solos are also infused with phaser effects to further elevate the sound spectrum.

According to the band: "Two years ago, we didn't think we'd be experimenting so much and incorporating so many effects into our music. But now it seems self-evident to use them to flesh out the sound spectrum."

The overall aesthetic of "Half Asleep Half Awake," from the AI-designed artwork to the sound, perfectly supports the album's themes of dreams, clairvoyance, incantations, and mysticism. In essence, this second album can be considered their own version of "Sgt. Pepper" - an album where chemistry and sonic experiments give birth to frenzy, wildness, and emotion.

Sunny Day Real Estate Prepare To Celebrate ‘Diary’

Sunny Day Real Estate are just days away from beginning a 30th anniversary tour in support of their Sub Pop debut album, Diary, during which they will perform the hugely influential LP in its entirety.

The tour begins Wednesday (March 13) in Lawrence, Ks., and includes a special Spin day party event on the afternoon of March 16 in Austin, Tx. Numerous shows are sold out, leading to the addition of second nights in cities such as New York and Los Angeles. Sunny Day will also play three times at The Showbox in their Seattle hometown. Click here for tour ticket information.

Sunny Day Real Estate features original members Jeremy Enigk (vocals/guitar), Dan Hoerner (guitar/vocals) and William Goldsmith (drums). The live lineup is rounded out by bassist Chris Jordan, while multi-instrumentalists Greg Suran and Jason Narducy will alternate at various points during the itinerary.

In celebration of the tour, Sunny Day have recorded a live-in-the-studio, song-for-song rendition of Diary at Seattle’s famed London Bridge Studios. It will be released digitally and in a limited vinyl run of 3,000 copies on May 3, and vinyl will also be available at the upcoming shows. Click here to pre-order.