Christine and the Queens Graces the Cover of ‘Time’

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New York – French phenom Héloïse Letissier, of Christine and the Queens, has been awarded the incredible honor of gracing the cover of Time magazine. In an eye-opening article, Letissier discusses her childhood, music, redefining gender norms and the notion of “pop-stardom.” Christine and the Queens has also been featured in The New York Times and Rolling Stone. Christine

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East London Takes Flock of Dimes to Heart

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London – The Victoria in Dalston, East London is one of those little gems of live music venues that the city specialises in; a traditional pub with the added excitement that you enter the modestly proportioned, black walled gig room via a bookcase. Harry Potter, eat ‘ya heart out. This particular night, it was hosting Flock

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Elle King Announces ‘Ministry Tour’

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New York – Today the amazing pop, blues, and rock’n’roll singer Elle King announced her newly named headlining Ministry Tour. Since King is basking in the glow of being engaged to be married, she decided to spread the love with her fans. During each live show, King will bring one couple to the stage to officiate their wedding or

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Phantogram Shares New Single “You’re Mine”

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Chicago – Today New York electronic duo Phantogram released the single “You’re Mine,” just hours before kicking off its North American tour, which begins with a sold-out show in Las Vegas tonight.  You can catch Sarah Barthel and Josh Carter live across North America – dates below – and buy the duo’s newest album Three (Republic) when it drops

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Mild High Club Brings Dreamy Vibes to NYC

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New York – If Mac Demarco replaced all of those cigarettes with joints, he would be Alex Brettin, the founder and talisman of Mild High Club. Brettin and his five-piece, L.A. based band brought dreamy vibes to Baby’s Alright on Wednesday night, showcasing the band’s hip style and chilled out attitude to the packed Brooklyn club. Normally, I

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Local Natives Mesmerizes Los Angeles

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Los Angeles - During Local Natives’ live performance last Friday night, at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, singer and guitarist Taylor Rice stated that L.A. is the best place right now in the world. After all, the five-piece indie act originated in Silverlake, but surely he’s not biased, seeing as he and his bandmates have traveled all around

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