Keen-eyed observers wondering about the identify of an act named TOMORA who appeared on a series of 2026 festival lineups now have the scoop, as the Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands and Norwegian vocalist AURORA have laid claim to the moniker. The pair’s debut single for Capitol Records, “Ring the Alarm,” is out now in tandem…
Houston, Tx.-reared band Waterparks are the guests on the newest installment of the Lipps Service podcast, speaking with host Scott Lipps about the progress of their next album, an infamous tattoo misspelling that inspired a new song title and a haunted recording studio experience. Group members also cover the evolution of their album visuals, the influence of…
With her new Columbia album, LUX, setting records around the world, Rosalía will support the project with the biggest tour of her career. The trek will visit 17 countries beginning March 16 in Lyon, France, and will hit arenas such as New York’s Madison Square Garden before concluding Sept. 3 in San Juan. The sonically…
Now Hear This is a monthly A&R column that provides you with exciting new sounds we discovered through the innovative new music platform Groover. Each month, you can expect a varied bouillabaisse of songs from a vast spectrum of artists from all over the globe, regardless of genre or geography. In December, we hope to…
You know your band’s legacy is secure when the sold-out crowd at your show can sing two full verses of your song before you even play a single note. Not that the U.K. Oi! punk originators Cock Sparrer were remotely worried about how they’ll be remembered during their two recent sold-out shows at the Hollywood…
Luke Spiller has had a year of “achievements.” He mentions the term twice during our conversation. Once in connection with his group the Struts, who celebrated the 10-year anniversary of their debut album, Everybody Wants, with a major tour. And once when speaking about his debut solo album, Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes…
In February 2014, I tuned in to the BRIT Awards to watch my newly minted friends Rudimental’s performance. I didn’t expect to get knocked out by Ella Eyre, the featured vocalist on their chart-topping, BRIT-winning single “Waiting All Night.” In a painted-on catsuit, with enviable tresses, and a commanding presence, she owned that stage. Like…
These tentpole moments are important for creating touchpoints with brands and fans. Events like this create momentum around premieres and previews, generate conversations around projects, and hijack the airwaves. Miami Art Week is bombing everyone’s social feeds. As a music marketer and cultural anthropologist, I cherish the opportunity to mix and mingle with the best…
Stepping onto Azam Ali’s property in Glendale, located in northeast Los Angeles County, is like entering the titular space in Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic novel, The Secret Garden. Despite cars rushing by faster than the speed limit, the foliage surrounding Azam’s home acts as a sound barrier that makes me want to be ultra-quiet. The…
"We're taking over, basically," says Laidback Luke, aka Lucas Cornelis van Scheppingen. (Photo by Yavez Anthonio) Laidback Luke is in the midst of a personal renaissance. From his recent James Brown remix to the countless collaborations with Daft Punk, Madonna, Lil Jon and others, Luke is helping build a new movement for the dance community….
