Ears Wide Open: Noah Elliott
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“Never Feels the Same” is the first single from L.A.-based singer-songwriter Noah Elliott’s forthcoming project “Songs for the Optimist.” For fans of sleek, dancey soul-pop.
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Bronson, a graduate of Bradley University, is a former sports writer and editor and graphic designer who worked in the newspaper business for 35 years.
Ears Wide Open: Roberto
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Roberto Ortiz (aka Roberto) introduces his forthcoming debut EP with “Dorrigo,” a single with the vibrancy of “Graceland”-era Paul Simon. In the lighthearted video, Roberto dukes it out with a cell phone, but the journey that brought him to L.A., much of it on a bicycle, makes for a better story.
Video: Jenny O, ‘Old Habits’
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Singer-songwriter Jenny O.’s album “New Truth” arrives Friday as a glowing collection of nuanced conversations humming with a spirit of resolve.
Notes From a Pandemic: Watch Robyn, R.E.M. and Roger Waters with Lucius; Stream Chicano Batman, Rick Ross vs. 2Chainz, HR (Bad Brains), Ibeyi, Benmont Tench, Jim James and more
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It’s a full day of good streams: Watch Robyn, R.E.M. and Roger Waters with Lucius; Stream Chicano Batman, Rick Ross vs. 2Chainz, HR (Bad Brains), Ibeyi, Benmont Tench, Jim James, Lulu Lewis, TOKiMONSTA and more
She Wants Revenge announce they are breaking up
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“She Wants Revenge has run its course,” says the statement issued by the duo of Justin Warfield and Adam Bravin, which comes less than three months after revealing that they were working on a fourth album.
Premiere: Youngblood Hawke, ‘Waking Up the World’
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Youngblood Hawke’s new single “Waking Up the World” is the first euphoric sip from their new full-length “Edge of the World.” The album arrives in October, seven years after their debut.
Quarantunes: A playlist by Raquel Rodriguez
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With the new release “Sweet Side” on the way, L.A. native Raquel Rodriguez has stayed busy during the lockdown. You’ll shed no tears over her soulful single “Crybaby,” and in today’s QUARANTUNES, she talks about making merch and hosting studio sessions and shares a playlist of her inspirations.
Video: Vex Ruffin, ‘I’m Still At It’
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Vex Ruffin’s new album “LiteAce Frequency” arrives Aug. 21 via Stones Throw Records. Like the vehicle it’s named for, it’s a wild ride, though a pretty smooth one.
Notes From a Pandemic: Watch NPR Tiny Desk winner Linda Diaz; stream Real Estate, Moby, Amanda Shires, Trishes and more
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Today’s fare includes Linda Diaz, winner of NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, acoustic Paul Simon and streams from Real Estate, Moby, Amanda Shires, Trishes and more
Premiere: David Newton & Thee Mighty Angels, ‘The Kids Are Not Alright’
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David Newton & Thee Mighty Angels’ album “A Gateway to a Lifetime of Disappointment” arrives Aug. 14. The ex-Mighty Lemon Drops guitarist-songwriter fears for the future on “The Kids Are Not Alright” … or does he?
