OMG Rooney just dropped the best surprise Christmas gift of them all! They are releasing new music! And you can get a free track from them, right now! And there’s more to come in 2016!! Head over to Rooney’s Facebook to watch the announcement from Robert Schwartzman and get a link to download “Come on Baby.”
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We sat down with UK pop band The Vamps before their album release show at Webster Hall in New York City and talked pre-concert rituals, their new album “Wake Up”, and what fans can look forward to in 2016! Watch our interview with Connor, James, Brad, and Tristan below.
Pick up a copy of “Wake Up” on iTunes or Amazon now. Read our recap of the album release show here!
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It was way too hard to narrow down all of our favorite albums this year to just 5, so we split between pop and country. Here are our favorite country albums that were released in 2016! (Okay so we picked 6, deal)
1.Thomas Rhett – “Tangled Up”
Thomas rode the momentum of his hit single “Makes Me Wanna” and the funky vibes of “Crash And Burn” into an an album full of soulful, R&B tinged jams, all country at heart. “Die A Happy Man,” which Thomas wrote for his wife Lauren, will make you cry; “Vacation” will make you dance, and “I Feel Good” will turn any day around.
2. Hunter Hayes – “The 21 Project”
2015 was the year of trying new things for Hunter Hayes, including how he released music. After dropping digital singles throughout the Summer, Hunter released a 3-disc set featuring 7 songs as acoustic, studio and live versions. “Saint Or A Sinner” is one of our favorite songs of the year, no matter how we listen to it.
3. Kacey Musgraves – “Pageant Material”
Kacey’s latest album sparkles just as much as she does on stage. She might not be “Pageant Material,” but she sure is great at crafting clever lyrics that anyone can relate to. Each track has a story of it’s own and they all come together to create one of our favorite country albums of 2015.
4. A Thousand Horses – “Southernality”
What do you get when you mix Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers Band, and a whole lot of Southern moonshine? A Thousand Horses released the best “throwback” country rock album this year that we’ll be spinning for years to come. Standout songs are the title track, “Trailer Trashed,” and “Travelin’ Man.”
5. Old Dominion – “Meat and Candy”
Even the band has commented on the strange name of their debut album but “Meat and Candy” is actually a fitting title for an album that has lots of sweet jams along with some more substantial tracks. Their live show is not to be missed.
BONUS: Cam – “Untamed”
Released last week, Cam’s album barely made the cut but it’s one of the strongest debut albums we’ve heard in a long time! We’re still kicking ourselves for not picking up one of those cute yellow flash drive bracelets when we saw Cam open for Dan+Shay!
AJR just dropped a new song today, “Call My Dad,” which is streaming on Spotify now. Adam, Jack and Ryan announced the track along with a note to their fans. We’re thrilled to hear they are working on new music, and love their latest single “Let The Games Begin.” One of AJR’s biggest influences is The Beach Boys and you’ll definitely hear a nod to “Sloop John B” in the new song. Listen to “Call My Dad” on Spotify now.
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5SOS just dropped the music video for their new single, “Jet Black Heart,” from their sophomore album “Sounds Good, Feels Good.” The band reached out to their fans to hear their stories and included some of them in their music video. Ashton, Calum, Michael, and Luke wanted to show off their fans and the many different walks of life that 5SOS fans come from. Watch the video below!
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The Vamps played one final show for the year at Webster Hall in NYC, in celebration of the release of their sophomore album, “Wake Up.” The show was one big party from start to finish, as Brad, James, Connor and Tristan played tracks from the new album along with their hit singles. The energetic crowd knew every word and shouted and danced along with the band all night.
Near the middle of the set, the band announced they were going to do something “they’d never done before” as Brad moved from the stage to a box in the middle of the crowd. He then played a solo, acoustic, unplugged rendition of “Shout It Out.” It turned into a nice, intimate singalong for everyone.
It’s hard to believe The Vamps first headlining show (ever!) was in NYC nearly 2 years ago. They’ve come a long way since then as a band – they’ve sold out the O2 Arena in London, gone on full arena tours around the world all while still remaining their silly selves and good friends.
The Vamps are fun to watch live because of the incredible energy they bring to every show. They added in new instrumental parts to songs that displayed their musicianship and ability to keep their show fresh every night. The guys even rearranged their hit song “Last Night” into a rousing and fun filled ska song that had the entire audience on their feet.
Near the end of their set, the band took time to do a Q&A with the audience answering all their fans’ burning questions from what’s their favorite pizza topping (Con likes chicken) to what song means the most to them (Brad said “Coming Home”).
Setlist
Rest Your Love
Somebody To You
Cheater
Last Night
Shout About It
Be With You
Sorry (Justin Bieber cover)
I Found A Girl
Wild Heart
Can We Dance
Wake Up
Pickup a copy of “Wake Up” on iTunes or Amazon now! Also, might we suggest a “Merry Trismas” sweatshirt for the fangirl in your life?
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Feb 24th – Count Basie Theatre – Red Bank, NJ – Buy Tickets
Feb 26th – State Theatre – Portland, ME – Buy Tickets
Feb 27th – Beacon Theatre – New York, NY – Buy Tickets
March 1st – Veterans Memorial Auditorium – Providence, RI – Buy Tickets
March 2nd – Flynn Center – Burlington, VT – Buy Tickets
March 4th – Palace Theatre – Albany, NY – Buy Tickets
March 5th – Auditorium Theatre – Rochester, NY – Buy Tickets
March 7th – Santander Performing Arts Center – Reading, PA – Buy Tickets
March 8th – State Theater – Cleveland, OH – Buy Tickets
March 10th – Chicago Theatre – Chicago, IL – Buy Tickets
March 11th – State Theater – Minneapolis, MN – Buy Tickets
March 12th -Des Moines Performing Arts Center – Des Moines, IA – Buy Tickets
March 14th – Holland Performing Arts Center – Omaha, NE – Buy Tickets
March 15th – Brady Theatre – Tulsa, OK – Buy Tickets
March 17th – Orpheum Theatre – Sioux City, IA – Buy Tickets
MAX is releasing a new EP, “Wrong,” on December 18th. The EP will feature 3 new songs and a remix of his hit “Gibberish” by Patrick Stump (of Fall Out Boy) and featuring Travie McCoy. Pre-order a copy of the EP on iTunes now!
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We chatted with the incredible Hunter Hayes at the T.J. Martell Foundation Family Day at Brooklyn Bowl in NYC, where Hunter was performing later in the day. Learn what Hunter’s favorite part of making “The 21 Project” was, and what fans can look forward to in 2016. (Hint: more tour dates!) Watch our interview below!
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We got the chance to talk with American Idol winner Nick Fradiani at the TJ Martell Foundation Family Day at Brooklyn Bowl in NYC! He talked about his favorite holiday traditions, what’s next for 2016, and his pre-show ritual (it’s minty fresh!)
Watch our interview with Nick Fradiani below!
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