Santeri Saksala (drums), Jussi Turunen (lead guitar), and James Lascelles (vocals/guitar) make up the Helsinki-based prog-metal band Wheel. The group has put out two albums and three EPs. Their third album, "Charismatic Leaders," will be available on May 3. The first single, "Empire," is currently accessible worldwide. To commemorate the release, the band has gone on tours in Europe, North America, and... read full bio
The hit song "A Million Miles Away" by American rock group The Plimsouls was featured in the film Valley Girl. California's Paramount is where the band was founded. After releasing an EP and two full-length albums, they broke up in 1984. Since then, various combinations of the original members have got back together on occasion. Eddie Muñoz currently does sporadic tours, performing... read full bio
Four of the original six members of The Amish Outlaws grew up strictly Amish, having been raised in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They had no access to alcohol, musical instruments, or power from landlines, yet their spirits were too wild for the Amish way of life. There was no going back once they stomped in the Devil's Playground. The members of the... read full bio
Friends referred him Christian Hayes, a singer-songwriter from the Appalachian foothills, as "The Lullaby Kid" with affection. Authenticity, unadulterated passion, and vulnerability are conveyed through his Americana-influenced folk and country music. Christian's desire for self-expression through songs and poetry started at the age of seven when his poet grandfather handed him his first diary. This marked the beginning of Christian's musical... read full bio
B.B. King's immense influence on the blues community and beyond has not diminished after his passing. King's legacy lives on through his music, and as he performed live with his ensemble, his energy was felt more strongly than ever. Celebrate the music and legacy of the late, great B.B. King, featuring lead vocals by his incredibly gifted daughter, Claudette King. The thrill endures and will keep... read full bio
Born and reared in a small Indiana town, Michael Cochren is an award-winning singer/songwriter and worship leader. Following his graduation, Cochren formed the band Cochren & Co. and started touring the nation with his buddies. Later, his wife Leah joined them. Cochren & Co. transcends the boundaries between American pop/rock and soul/blues with their timeless melodies and lyrics full... read full bio
Kim Walker-Smith has a strong belief in the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, experiencing God's Presence, and God's compassion for humanity. Through transcending boundaries and religious boundaries, her music has reached millions of people worldwide, bringing hope, healing, and breakthrough. Kim's primary goal is to love God, follow His guidance, and encourage others she leads to do the same.... read full bio
The life story of musician Leon Majcen is one of tenacity and willpower. Born into a family of Bosnian war refugees who left their country to provide a better life for their kids, he grew up on Florida's Gulf Coast. Leon had always been captivated by the storytelling potential of music, especially that of musicians such as Townes Van Zandt,... read full bio
Under the name Jerry Shirley Presents: Humble Pie Legacy - 50 Years of Smokin', the band begin touring again. Dave Colwell has been appointed musical director by Shirley, who will choose the band's members and repertoire. Additionally, with Shirley's approval, Colwell personally brought in lead singer/guitarist Jim Stapley, drummer Bobby Marks, and soul/R&B bassist Ivan "Funkboy" Bodley to complete the... read full bio
Few album topics are as universal as heartbreak, but Flower Face (Ruby McKinnon), a goth-folk singer/songwriter from Montreal, has reimagined the genre with her latest project, Girl Prometheus, which is incredibly raw and exquisitely sad. Girl Prometheus is just the start of Ruby's new, creative period, which has been accelerated by heartbreak. Girl Prometheus features eleven new songs that, in their... read full bio
Dear Seattle is the head-banging, beer-drinking, sing-along, melodic, punk rock band you've been waiting for. The band's distinctive and potent songwriting style, which combines elements of a mosh pit and a love letter with a hint of VB, is appealing to fans both in Australia and beyond.... read full bio
Brad's story is one of the most poignant and motivational in music. Despite being at the start of a promising career, there have been enough highs and lows to demoralize even the most seasoned performers. He overcame early hardship, was raised, and ended up living on the streets before winning The Piano on Channel 4. He returned home and asked his... read full bio
"Katy B is a singer and songwriter from England. She rose to fame quickly upon her release of studio album, On a Mission. The album produced two top five hits, and peaked at number two on the UK charts. Katy B’s second studio album, Little Red, produced an additional top five hit on the UK charts. The popular artist was... read full bio
Consumed By Fire, an up-and-coming band playing contemporary Christian music, is no strangers to the road life and is living up to their name in a novel way. The three Oklahoma brothers—Caleb Ward (lead vocals), Jordan Ward (harmonies/percussion), and Josh Ward (guitar/harmonies)—are pursuing their life's purpose, which is to use music to spread God's grace around the world. Their father's... read full bio
Kent Osborne is a multi-genre performer that creates a wild and compelling sound by combining hard-hitting lyricism with aggressive punk rock. With just a drummer, Kent puts on a simple yet powerful live performance, taking center stage with his blazing guitar riffs and lightning-fast lyrical flow. With only two players producing an unavoidable wall of sound, Kent's live performances are... read full bio
Although it's difficult to neatly classify Messer Chups' primarily instrumental sound, it's safe to say that fans of rockabilly, horror punk, vintage surf records, Italian slasher movies, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, Pulp Fiction, lounge music, the theremin, The Cramps, and The Munsters' theme song would embrace it. Surf, old Russian tunes, unique cinema samples from the 1950s... read full bio
HNTR is a Canadian DJ and producer from Toronto. He is well recognized for being the creator of the renowned No Neon event brand, which has had an unmatched five-year run. Hunter Siegel, a Canadian music producer best known for his popularity as a crossover dance musician, goes by the darker moniker HNTR. His white-label first record, "Waiting Up," was well... read full bio
Few artists have achieved the level of fame that George Meddles has in such a short period of time. Maintaining a clear commitment to his musical preferences, which were greatly influenced by his upbringing in Garage, Motown, Jazz, House, Soul, and Funk, George's genuinely original interpretation of House music has made him a notable presence on the international scene while... read full bio
Kyoko Swan, Lois Macdonald, and Faith Vern are PINS. Their third full-length album, Hot Slick, will be released on their own Haus of Pins label, they have announced. Neon synths, loud guitars, and cheeky tunes abound in the lively record, which reflects the group's new, brilliantly colored visuals and gives the impression of a girl gang that has been revitalized... read full bio
Starling is a four-piece alternative rock band with a female lead who was born and raised in Los Angeles. Their most noteworthy recent performances include their recent DIY West Coast tour, the Echo Park Rising Festival on the EchoPlex stage, and SWAY Fest Day One, which they will play in December. Following the release of their debut EP, "2324,"... read full bio
