Category Archives: Artist to Watch

Kacey Musgraves’ New Single “Biscuits” is out now!

Country star Kacey Musgraves just served up her newest single, “Biscuits,” to iTunes today.  We are as pleased as pie to have new music from Kacey!  The new track has more of the clever lyrics we’ve come to love from her, as she gives the advice to “mind your own biscuits and life will be gravy.”  Listen to “Biscuits” below and pickup a copy on iTunes now!

https://soundcloud.com/becky-isbell/biscuits-by-kacey-musgraves

You can catch Kacey on the “Same Trailer, Different Tour” and several festival dates this Spring!

Kacey Musgraves Spring 2015 Tour Dates

March 26 – 9:30 Club – Washington, D.C.
March 27 – Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel – Providence, RI
March 28 – Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
March 29 – Mohawk Valley Theater – Utica, NY
April 8 – Michigan Theater – Ann Arbor, MI
April 10 – Centerpointe Theatre – Ottowa, CA
April 11 – Danforth Music Hall – Toronto, CA
April 21 – Tricky Falls – El Paso, TX
April 22 – Rialto Theatre – Tucson, AZ
April 24 – Stagecoach Festival – Indio, CA
April 25 – Fox Theater – Oakland, CA
May 1 – Billy Bob’s Texas – Fort Worth, TX
May 2 – John T. Floore Country Store – Helotes, TX
May 3 – New Orleans City Park – New Orleans, LA
June 20 – Country Jam USA – Grand Junction, CO
June 21 – Telluride Bluegrass Festival – Telluride, CO
June 28 – Big Barrel Country Fest – Dover, DE

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The Ugly Club Release New Single “The Lonely”

NYC indie band The Ugly Club are ones to watch!  They just released a brand new single called “The Lonely” and we can’t wait to add it to our summer playlist.

The Ugly Club write groovy pop music that’s sure to stick in your head for days.  One listen of “The Lonely” and you’ll remember the catchy melody with a light tone on the synths and bass that feels just right.  Smooth vocals float in and out of falsetto throughout the chorus of the track while the drum hits are defined but not overbearing on the song as a whole.

“The Lonely” will be available iTunes and Amazon as well as streaming on Spotify next Tuesday, March 24th.  For now, listen to the single below!

Pick up a copy of The Ugly Club’s single “Passengers” on iTunes now!

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The Weekend Riot’s “Remember This Night” EP Is Out Now!

The Weekend Riot have discovered the perfect recipe for catchy songs.  Follow carefully to ensure the best results:  one part Hot Chelle Rae, one part MKTO, a dash of pop punk lyrics, stir in a ukulele, and finish with a hint of whistles.  Mix well, serve chilled with harmonies to garnish.

Each track on the Weekend Riot’s debut EP is different, showing a different side of the band.  You can hear Bruce Wiegner and Johnny Costa’s range of influences in the writing and melodies – these two work together to create some memorable songs.  Their debut EP, produced by Ace Enders (of The Early November), is solid from start to finish, and one of our favorite debuts.  We can’t wait to hear more from this talented duo!

Pick up a copy of The Weekend Riot’s “Remember This Night” EP on iTunes or Amazon now!

The Weekend Riot “Remember This Night” EP Tracklisting
1. 25 Minutes
2. Remember This Night
3. Dedicate To You
4. Hands In The Air
5. Pieces

The Weekend Riot are going on tour across the US this Spring with IM5.  Check out the dates below!

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Get to know Bruce and Johnny better by watching our interview!

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Born Cages To Release Debut Album “I’m Glad I’m Not Me” On June 2nd

Born Cages just announced that their hotly anticipated debut album “I’m Glad I’m Not Me” will be released on June 2nd, 2015!  Rejoice further because pre-orders for the album are available on iTunes now, with 4 songs available for instant download.  The album cover features art work from Matthew Cooper who has credits ranging from Franz Ferdinand and Arctic Monkeys, to Paul McCartney and The Kills.

The album features hits from “The Sidelines EP,” and new fan favorites the band have been test driving in their live shows.  Check out the official track listing below!

Born Cages “I’m Glad I’m Not Me”  Track Listing
1. Rolling Down The Hill
2. Bigger Than Me
3. Don’t Look Back
4. Moving On
5. I Just Want The Truth, Baby
6. Give Me A Smile
7. Caiti
8. Metaphor
9. Dirty Money
10. Volcano
11. Green
12. Finding Beauty In A Broken World

Pre-order bundles are also available on BornCages.com with extras like physical copies of the album, t-shirts, and even a crew neck sweatshirt!

Don’t forget that Born Cages are playing their way to SXSW this year, as well as a full summer run on this years Warped Tour!  Check out their upcoming tour dates with Dreamers HERE.

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North Of Nine To Release “Alive” EP March 10

Jackson Guthy and his band North Of Nine just announced the release of their debut EP, “Alive,” on March 10th. We’ve had their new single “Can It Be You?” on repeat and can’t wait to hear more!

The band are also playing a string of shows this Spring, including a show at SXSW. Check out the dates below!

North of Nine Tour Dates
March 5th – Mrs. Fish – Los Angeles, CA – Buy Tickets
March 11th – The Satellite – Los Angeles, CA – Buy Tickets
March 21st – SXSW @ Chuggin’ Monkey- Austin, TX – Buy Tickets
March 28th – Live @ The Vineyard – Napa Valley, CA – Buy Tickets
June 12th – Taste of Ft. Collins – Fort Collins, CO – Buy Tickets

Pick up a copy of North Of Nine’s debut single “Can It Be You?” on iTunes or Amazon now.

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Listen to We Are Stations’ Latest Track, “Vagabond”

We Are Stations just premiered a brand new song on their Soundcloud called “Vagabond.”  The new track has the same modern/90s alt-rock sound we’ve come to love from We Are Stations, and totally gives us a nostalgic heart for the glory days of rock music.

Listen to “Vagabond” below or on Soundcloud.

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Jackson Harris Releases “Fight No More”

Jackson Harris just released his brand new single “Fight No More” and it’s a perfect make-up song.  If your musical sweet tooth is aching, this is the song is for you.  It’s pure sugar pop with no bite in sight, laced with charming guitars and a catchy chorus, you’ll be dancing and singing along before the song even hits the second verse.

Listen to “Fight No More” below.

Pick up a copy of Jackson Harris’ new song on iTunes!

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The Friday Five: Country Artists To Watch in 2015

1. Cam – “My Mistake”
We’ve never had as much fun watching an unfamiliar opening act as we did during Cam’s set on the Where It All Began Tour with Dan + Shay.  She just launched her first single, “My Mistake,” and we’re sure we’ll be catching her on a headlining tour very soon.

2. Canaan Smith – “Love You Like That”
Canaan scored opening spots on some of the hottest tours this year, including Dierks Bentley’s Sounds of Summer Tour. His self-titled debut EP will be released in March, just in time to learn all the words before seeing him on tour! 

3. Chris Lane – “Broken Windshield View”
Chris has played shows with some of the biggest names in country, making a name for himself on the road in the process.  He’s currently working on an EP following the release of his single “Broken Windshield View.”  

4. Michael Ray – “Kiss You In The Morning”
2015 is shaping up to be Michael Ray’s year – his first single “Kiss You In The Morning” was the highest debuting single on the Country Airplay chart when it was released.  You can also see him on the Lipstick Graffiti Tour with possibly the hottest country singer of the moment, Sam Hunt, this Spring.

5. Jackie Lee – “She Does”
With his raspy southern drawl and electric guitar in hand, Jackie Lee is ready to make you fall in love with him.  Like he sings in his debut single, “She Does,” he may not like the same things you do, but he’s willing to love them for you.  Jackie is currently working on his debut album and landed the Nashville Lifestyles’ 2015 Most Eligible Singles cover.

Canaan Smith To Release Debut EP in March

Country singer Canaan Smith just announced he is releasing his self-titled debut EP on March 24th!  His single “Love You Like That” has been steadily climbing the charts.  Canaan just wrapped up a tour with Kip More, but you’ll have lots more chances to see Canaan on the road this year!  First up is Dan + Shay’s Where It All Began Tour, which kicks off next weekend (!!!), followed by Dierks Bentley’s Sounds of Summer tour.  Canaan is also part of the lineup of the inaugural Farmborugh Festival in NYC, New York’s first ever country fest.

Check out the EP tracklisting below and watch the video for “Love You Like That!”

Canaan Smith EP Tracklisting
1. Love You Like That
2. Two Lane Road
3. Mad Love
4. Hole In A Bottle
5. Stuck

Pickup a copy of “Love You Like That” on iTunes now!

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Listen to Michael Ray’s Debut Single “Kiss You In The Morning”

Country singer Michael Ray just premiered his first single, “Kiss You In The Morning.”  Michael scored an opening slot for Sam Hunt’s sold out Lipstick Graffiti Tour, and he’s definitely working his way into our hearts and our playlist!  Listen to  “Kiss You In The Morning” below.

https://soundcloud.com/michael-ray-80/02-kiss-you-in-the-morning

Grab a copy of Michael Ray’s new song on iTunes and Amazon now.

Catch Michael on tour with Sam Hunt this March!  Check out the dates below.

Lipstick Graffiti Tour Dates
March 20th – The Bourbon Theater – Lincoln, NE – SOLD OUT
March 21st – Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO – SOLD OUT
March 29th – Iowa State University – Ames, IA – SOLD OUT
April 2nd – Majestic Lounge – Fayetteville, AK – SOLD OUT
April 3rd – The Blue Note – Columbia, MO – SOLD OUT
April 4th – The Rave – Milwaukee, WI – SOLD OUT

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