Mumford & Sons Announce 32-date North American Tour With Release Of New Album
Mumford & Sons fifth album, RUSHMERE, arrived on March 28th with a extensive North American tour announcement that begins in June. Rushmere is the spot where Mumford & Sons first met in Wimbledon. And Rushmere is the beginning for Mumford & Sons’ next phase, and it follows an intense period of creativity for the trio. The new 10-song collection was produced by nine-time Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb and recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville, in Savannah, GA, and in Devon, U.K. The upcoming arena and amphitheater tour of North America commences on June 5th in Bend, Oregon and concludes
KXNA (The X 104.9)/Fayetteville Adds ‘The Todd N Tyler Radio Empire’ And Skratch N’ Sniff’ To On-Air Lineup
Rox Radio Group Alternative KXNA (The X 104.9)/Fayetteville, AR has added the syndicated "The Todd N Tyler Radio Empire" to weeknights from 6-10pm. The station also adds "Skratch N’ Sniff" to Saturday nights from 8-10pm. KXNA PD Kenny Wall said, “Adding The Todd N Tyler Radio Empire to KXNA was a no-brainer. We'll have an excellent presence at night with those guys." He added, “Skratch N’ Sniff is so unique and cool. There's nothing like it in the market."
Sublime Working On New Album With First Single Slated For Summer
Sublime is in the studio writing and recording new songs for an upcoming full-length album. Front man Jakob Nowell immersed himself in the Sublime catalog and found a deep sense of connection to his late father. The deeply emotional and powerful experience spawned a collection of new songs inspired by his father’s legacy that perfectly blend the classic Sublime vibe with a fresh sound. The band is tapping into the 90s nostalgia, writing and recording the new songs with powerhouse producing duo Travis Barker and John Feldmann, in addition to working with producer Jon Joseph (BØRNS). Look for the first
blink-182 And AFI To Headline Four Chord Music Fest On September 13-14
Four Chord Music Fest has blink-182 and AFI headlining on September 13-14 at EQT Park in Pittsburgh. The lineup for the 2-day punk rock festival includes Jimmy Eat World, Jawbreaker, Alkaline Trio, Say Anything, Face To Face, and The Wonder Years. Find more info on Four Chord Music Fest 11 HERE.
Wednesday Alternative Artist Discovery #Happens
Happy Wednesday! This week’s #Happens Alternative Artist Discovery is Julia Wolf, who grew up painfully shy in Long Island. Her new single is “In My Room” is buzzing on Alternative Picks. Julia says, ‘In My Room’ was definitely inspired by real life events lol. It’s the classic story of wanting someone so badly who isn’t feeling the same way. They give you just enough to drive you insane and question the entirety of your existence. I definitely hesitated when admitting certain thoughts in the lyrics but realized that’s exactly why I had to say it!” Big thanks to Dave Lombardi
WLUM (FM 102/1)/Milwaukee 19-Year Vet John Schroeder Exits
Milwaukee Radio Alliance Alternative WLUM (FM 102/1)/Milwaukee night jock John Schroeder reports that he has been let go after almost 19 years with the station. Schroeder was also previously Promotions Director at FM 102/1 and sister AC WLDB (B93.3). Schroeder shared the following post on social media: "Heartbroken to share the news that I am no longer with FM 102/1 after 18 years and 7 months. I was let go late last week along with 3 other colleagues who are friends at the Milwaukee Radio Alliance in a cost savings move (not performance-based). Radio and media in general can be
Julia Wolf
Julia Wolf #HAPPENS VIP Access Let's meet Julia Wolf. ARTIST Julia Wolf SONG "In My Room" LABEL AWAL ORIGIN Long Island I grew up painfully shy and always had trouble communicating with people, but for whatever reason always loved to sing when given the chance. One day I was eating lunch alone in the music room and my music teacher approached me saying if I wanted to sing in the senior talent show, he’d only allow it if it was an original song. At first I was mortified but when I
