Buzz Track: Crash & Burn New comer Stephanie Skye just completed an EP that displays her prowess vocals which puts her in the same league as Christina Aguilera, Adele and Sia. Instead of cookie cutter pop she focuses on themes such as heartache and courage that can be heard in the track Skin & Bones . Known for her explosive live performance, Skye is an artist to watch. Contact: stephanieskyemusic@gmail.com
Kings of A&R Featured Artists Kings favorite Kylie Odetta has released a brand new single titled “ Wanted ” along with a music video. Kylie, a singer-songwriter-actress burst onto the scene with an infectious sound that pays homage to her Greenville, South Carolina roots. Her last video for the track “ Bad Addiction ,” has already garnered over a million views on YouTube. LA’s Superhumanoid s has become a Kings favorite. This dreamy electro-pop trio is currently supporting the Cold War Kids supporting their debut album which will be released on June 11th. [...]
Buzz Track: Couple of Drinks Javier Dunn has been playing guitar for Sara Bareilles, and recently made the jump to focusing on his own music. His first full length record “Trails” will be out on Red Parade in June. Check out the infectious track Couple of Drinks. Contact: jim.roach@redparademusic.com
Buzz Track: This Is Your Story Against Grace is a dance rock trio from Petersburg, VA. They are a mixture of polished pop hooks, dance grooves, and make-you-move rock. AG brings together rock tendencies like Neon Trees and dance vibes like Two Door Cinema Club. Their debut record 'This Is Your Story' was produced by Ted Comerford (Jukebox The Ghost,Honor By August) and the first single was featured on ESPN/NFL commercials worldwide. Contact: ted@lowwattlicensing.com
Buzz Track: This Is Your Story Against Grace is a dance rock trio from Petersburg, VA. They are a mixture of polished pop hooks, dance grooves, and make-you-move rock. AG brings together rock tendencies like Neon Trees and dance vibes like Two Door Cinema Club. Their debut record 'This Is Your Story' was produced by Ted Comerford (Jukebox The Ghost,Honor By August) and the first single was featured on ESPN/NFL commercials worldwide. Contact: ted@lowwattlicensing.com
Buzz Track: So Strange LA's Superhumanoid s has become a Kings favorite. This dreamy electro-pop trio is currently supporting the Cold War Kids supporting their debut album which will be released on June 11th. They will perform at the Mercury Lounge in NYC on June 21st. Contact: abussell@shorefire.com
Buzz Track: Flowers Atlanta, Georgia based indie rock band, Cardova , are set to release their first full length album on May 14th via iTunes. It was produced by Jeff Malpass and mixed by Matt Malpass (Cute Is What We Aim For, Rookie Of The Year, Lydia) at Marigolds + Monsters Studio in Atlanta, GA. Their unique sound draws from old and new influences alike, while creating something noticeably different. The band will perform at the The Caledonia Lounge in Athens, GA on May 16th. Contact: cardovabooking@gmail.com
Buzz Track: 40 Seconds In early 2012 Drew Murray and Hope Simpson formed Ever So Android in Seattle, Wa. The sound draws comparisons from the Black Keys and Deadmau5. Their live shows have been described as 'intense', and refreshing from the Seattle norm" which helps to cultivate their rapidly increasing fan base. Their first EP which was just released was produced by Dave Hillis (Pearl Jam, James Blunt, Afghan whigs). The band will perform Neumos (Seattle) on June 1st and Lo-Fi Performance Gallery (Seattle) on June 29th. [...]
Buzz Track: Secret News Update: Kings favorite singer-songwriter Shannon Labrie who is based in Nashville will perform at The Rockwood Music Hall in NYC on May 14th at 11:00pm. She spent last year building a fan base and was part of The iTunes Nashville Indie Spotlight as well as having several TV placements. For fans of Sheryl Crow, Colbie Caillat,and Adele. Contact: brett@zodlounge.com
The Kings of A&R top 8 Emerging Artists... Last of The Wildmen - One of Your Sons Kylie Odetta - Wanted Super Happy Fun Club - Way Back The Lonely Wild - Buried in the Murder Wolf Colony - Calling Moon Men - Truth Hurts Bad Suns - Cardiac Arrest [...]
Buzz Track: Great Big Crush New comer Michaela Grace , a country artist has arrived on the scene. When she was eight she won her first talent competition singing Reba McIntyre’s “Why Haven’t I Heard From You”. She was invited to Nashville to co-write and record with producers and songwriters who have written for Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, and Lady Antebellum. She released her first EP titled Infinite and will perform at the Prophet Bar on May 18th in Dallas. Contact: frankssuzanne@yahoo.com
Buzz Track: We Were Just Kids Kings favorite Radical Something has released a new single and music video off their upcoming Album titled 'We Were Just Kids'. The song has already cracked top #100 on iTunes Alternative Songs chart and is featured on Twitter Music as the #1 Emerging Song. Their last EP No Sweat which was released in February 2012, reached #6 on the iTunes Overall Albums charts and #33 on the Billboard Independent Albums Chart, headlining over 60 shows throughout the U.S. Contact: amh@radicalsomething.com
Buzz Track: One Of Your Sons Last of the Wildmen has been in a constant state of evolution since its formation in February of 2012. What began as an acoustic/folk side project has grown into a full volume, five-piece rock band. The band is built around their live show and plans to be on the road for most of the year. The band just released their first full length in March. This is a band to watch in 2013. Contact: wearewildmen@gmail.com
Buzz Track: Good Man Singer songwriter Micah Bentley has been supported by fans since he wrote and recorded a local success "My Heart Beats Fast" in 2004. He got his start at coffee shops and concert venues in Phoenix. Check out his latest track Good Man produced by David Bendeth (Paramore). Contact: bookmicahbentley@gmail.com
Buzz Track: Wanted Kings favorite Kylie Odetta has released a brand new single titled " Wanted " along with a music video. Kylie, a singer-songwriter-actress burst onto the scene with an infectious sound that pays homage to her Greenville, South Carolina roots. Her last video for the track “ Bad Addiction ,” has already garnered over a million views on YouTube. Her latest EP was produced by Matt LaPlant who has worked with Jennifer Lopez and Justin Bieber. She has opened for Colbie Caillat, Gavin DeGraw, and Kellie Pickler. [...]
Buzz Track: Way Back Kings favorite Chicago based Super Happy Fun Club just released their first video for the song Way Back. To make is simple, this six piece band writes fun and non-pretentious songs. They have UK dates lined up in the fall. Also check out our other favorite track My Life's A Mess . Contact: stubhy@me.com
Buzz Track: Crazy For Loving You Wayward , a DIY pop act from Reno have released 3 EP's with the latest produced by Andrew Goldstein, Dan Book and Alexei Misoul (Hot Chelle Rae). The band filmed their first video for the track Crazy For Loving You which has already passed 45,000 views. Contact: matt@collateralartists.com
Buzz Track: Alive Electro act Bright Matter who we profiled last year will release a new album and has an upcoming show at The Detroit Bar in Costa Mesa, CA on May 7th. The album titled 'There's No Home For Us Here' is described as 9 song atmospheric pop album centered around sci-fi love stories. Contact: brightmattermusic@gmail.com
Buzz Track: Home From post-hardcore to radio ready pop. A rare event but that's Carson Allen's journey. He has been part of various bands such as Escape The Fate and On The Last day before launching his solo career and writing with songwriters (Daughtry, Justin Bieber). His latest EP will be released on May 14th. Check out the song Home. Upcoming show on May 18th at the Marquis Theatre in Denver. Contact: carson@chroniclemusicgroup.com
Watch: Be Your Own Machine The Bourgeois, a Kings favorite just released the first video created using the Vine app. The EP was produced by Steven Haigler who has worked with The Pixies, Brand New, and Local H. The band will perform at Cain's Ballroom on April 26th in Tulsa. Contact: zachary.mobley@yahoo.com
Kings of A&R
Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
The Weeknd - Kiss Land
Franz Ferdinand - Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action - Album Trailer
She & Him- I Could've Been Your Girl
Action Bronson - "Strictly 4 My Jeeps" (Official Video)
Kanye West - New Slaves
Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Better Days
Daft Punk – Random Access Memories
Daft Punk’s “Contact”: Watch The Video For The Song It Samples, The Sherbs’ “We Ride Tonight”
