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Artist To Watch: Farro

Josh Farro might have left Paramore a few years ago but he’s not done with music just yet.  After shying away from singing and swearing off being in another band, Josh began collaborating with some friends and soon found he had an entire album written that he was itching to release.  Farro is no stranger to song writing, he’s credited with co-writing some of Paramore’s biggest hits including “Misery Business” and “Ignorance.”

Josh recently premiered a brand new song called “Cliffs” after teasing new music on social media.  Farro promises a full album, “Walkways” due out March 1st, and extensive touring in the coming year.   The new single is an uplifting, guitar driven song about taking a chance on the unknown.  The chorus urges “Jump in the water before you change your mind/ Don’t wait any longer/ You’re going to be alright/ You’ll make it out alive.”

Watch the official video for “Cliffs” below.

Grab a copy of “Cliffs” on iTunes or Amazon now!

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Artist To Watch: Parlement

It’s been a while since we’ve had an “Artist To Watch” but Parlement is definitely one to keep your eye on.  This Spanish rock band just released a brand new video for their song “Little Liar” and we’re loving the fresh new music just in time for Summer!

Parlement have that nostalgic rock sound from the eighties and nineties that really dig into your ribs and make you dance along.  The band, consisting of singer Stefan, guitarist Javi, drummer Carlos, and bassist Raul, blended the best of gritty garage and smooth indie rock to create an album that we’ll be putting into heavy rotation!

Watch the animated video for “Little Liar” below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN4_CfSOP5g

Parlement’s new album “Be Machinery/ You Oughta Be In Pictures” is now available on Amazon.

Be sure to follow Parlement & Secret Fangirls on Twitter.

THE HEYDAZE To Release EP June 23rd!

NYC’s THE HEYDAZE just announced the tracklisting and release date for their much anticipated new EP!  The EP, out June 23rd, will include fan favorites like “Dumb” and “Side Effects.”  We are so excited for new music from one of our top artists to watch this year! “Dumb” is one of our picks for Song of the Summer, and is a perfect pop anthem.  Check out the tracklisting below!

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Watch THE HEYDAZE’s video for “Don Juan” and stay tuned for more news on the EP and the premiere of “Dumb!”

Be sure to follow THE HEYDAZE & Secret Fangirls for more updates!

MTV Presents 2015 Artist To Watch Show With Max Schneider, Jacob Whitesides & Raury at Highline Ballroom 6/22

MTV is bringing their “Artist To Watch” showcase back to Highline Ballroom in 2015!  This year’s lineup includes Max Schneider, aka “MAX,” Jacob Whitesides, and Raury.  Past artists who have been featured in an ATW showcase have include The Vamps in 2014 and Hunter Hayes in 2013.  Basically, don’t miss your chance to catch these artists in concert before they blow up!  MAX is on tour with Fall Out Boy and Hoodie Allen this Summer,  Jacob Whitesides just launched his own label with BMG, and Raury has been supported by artists like Kanye West.  Don’t miss your chance to get tickets when they go on sale this Friday, June 5th!

MTV 2015 Artist to Watch
With MAX, Raury & Jacob Whitesides
Highline Ballroom – New York, NY
June 22 at 8pm
Buy Tickets

Follow MAX and watch the video for “Gibberish” featuring Hoodie Allen

Follow Jacob Whitesides and watch the video for “Not My Type At All”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDDMp7XiWF8

Follow Raury and watch the video for “PSA”

Be sure to follow MTV & Secret Fangirls for more updates!

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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Artist To Watch: Alec Chambers

Connecticut’s own Alec Chambers recently released his debut single “Whole Again” and announced an EP coming in early 2015.  The EP was produced by Robbie Gauriglia (Oh Honey) and features songs co-written by Lee Groves (Black Eyed Peas.)   At 19, Alec is being hailed as a “teen virtuoso,” having understood chord charts well before he could drive.  He taught himself how to play guitar by learning to play his favorite songs by ear.

Each song on the EP was co-written by Alec, who has written dozens of songs, many with platinum selling songwriter-producer Sara Nagourney.  Alec is a talented multi-instrumentalist with a guitar driven pop sound.  His debut single is one of those tracks you just want to put on repeat, and we can’t wait to hear more!

Listen to his single “Whole Again” below and be sure to pickup a copy on iTunes now!

Alec Chambers will be playing a few shows around the New York City area in the new year!  Check out the dates below.

Alec Chambers 2015 Tour Dates
January 5th – The Bitter End – New York, NY
January 14th – Rockwood Music Hall – New York, NY
February 3rd – The Bowery Electric – New York, NY*
*EP Release Show

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The Weekend Riot Release “25 Minutes” Single

Philly based pop duo The Weekend Riot just released their first single called “25 Minutes.”  The band is definitely one to watch in 2015 – earlier this year, they scored a prime spot opening for MKTO with Tiffany Houghton at TLA in Philadelphia, and just played a shows with Emblem 3 and The Hollywood Ending.  The two friends and bandmates, Johnny Costa (vocals) and Bruce Wiegner (vocals and guitar) write infectious pop tunes with polished harmonies. We think their debut single sounds like Hot Chelle Rae meets MKTO.

Watch the lyric video for “25 Minutes” below and pickup a copy on iTunes now!

The Weekend Riot Tour Dates
December 19th – Cafe 939 – Boston, MA*
December 20th – Santos Party House – New York, NY*
December 21st – The Stanhope House – Stanhope, NJ*
December 27th – iPlay America – Freehold, NJ**
*with Deleasa
**with Christina Grimmie

Check out The Weekend Riot on YouTube – they’ve done covers of everyone from Paramore to Backstreet Boys.

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SecretFangirls.com Interview THE HEYDAZE

NYC’s THE HEYDAZE are one to lookout for in 2015.  Since forming earlier this year, they’ve opened for Jesse McCartney and Timeflies, and had a sold out headlining show at Webster Hall.  The band crafts extremely catchy, feel good pop music that anyone can enjoy – the kind of music you want to play driving around with the windows down and the stereo up, singing along at the top of your lungs.

Their music is a collaborative effort between members Jesse Fink (vocals and guitar), Andrew Spelman (lead guitar), Alexander Glantz (drums), and Andrew Underberg (keyboard and production).  The band has a gift for writing  hooks, and songs infused with playful, tongue-in-cheek lyrics (See “Adderall,” “Don Juan,” etc.)

We sat down with THE HEYDAZE at Webster Hall before their last stop on Timeflies’ After Hours Tour and talked about everything from  how they met to what music they grew up listening to.  The band is just as fun as their music.  Watch our interview below!

You can see THE HEYDAZE in NYC at Gramercy Theatre on December 19th!  Trust us, you don’t want to miss this.  Get your tickets now!

Check out THE HEYDAZE on Soundcloud and Facebook and pickup a copy of “Don Juan” on iTunes!

Be sure to follow THE HEYDAZE & Secret Fangirls for more updates!

Nate Green Announces Debut EP “Road Map”

Country music’s newest heartthrob, Nate Green,  just announced that he is releasing his debut EP “Road Map” on January 13th!  Nate wrote and recorded the EP all over the world – literally.  From Germany to Switzerland to Spain, Nate used the culture around him to craft some unique songs for his debut.  There’s even a track inspired by Manhattan.  (We told you country was taking over NYC).  When you pre-order the EP, you’ll receive “Wild & Free” and his new single “Back Road” instantly!  Check out the full track listing below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_QFzLR1mz8

Nate Green “Road Map” Track Listing
1. Ride
2. Back Road
3. Wake Up In Manhattan
4. No Fool
5. Line Of Fire
6. Wild & Free
7. Love Again

Pre-order “Road Map” on iTunes or Amazon now.

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Jack Skuller Releases “Can You See Me” Video

One of our top artists to watch, Jack Skuller,  just released a brand new video called “Joker Vs. Jack” for his new single “Can You See Me.”   Watch the video below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrR_ow-PsyM

Pick up a copy of Jack’s new single, “Can You See Me” and “Hard To Want” on iTunes and Amazon now!

https://soundcloud.com/jackskuller/sets/2014-new

You can see Jack Skuller live at Bowery Electric in NYC this Saturday, Nov ember 8th.  Tickets are on sale now!

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