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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (March 15-21, 2020)
As the world starts to shut down due to COVID-19, one of the things we can take solace in is music. Luckily, in the midst of chaos, there is still new music being put out. This week saw some great new songs and music videos hit the internet, especially when it came to rock and pop music.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s hottest new tracks. Here are 7 (and a few more) that we think are worth revisiting as you socially-distance this weekend.
1. Alkaline Trio, “Minds Like Minefields”: One of three new songs from Alkaline Trio’s surprise new EP,’E.P.,’ “Minds Like Minefields” is the kind of melodic, fast-paced pop-punk you would expect from the band. Matt Skiba’s haunting vocals add a heaviness to the song’s energetic instrumental melody, though not enough to weigh it down. The ghost-like gang vocals and scattered plunked piano notes during the breakdown add another layer to the track. (video)
2. Finneas, “Let’s Fall in Love for the Night”: Originally released in 2018, Finneas has released a video for ‘Blood Harmony’ track “Let’s Fall in Love for the Night.” The one-take video, similar to the ones for “I Lost A Friend” and “Shelter,” finds the singer/producer playing ukulele on a Los Angeles rooftop before getting up to interact with a troop of dancers. But it’s a visual that seems to work for his acoustic, heartfelt vibe. The song starts out acoustic with just the uke and Finneas’ vocals, then quickly picks up with the addition of a sparse, hand-clap-like beat guiding the ramped up pace. It’s very easy to listen and groove along to. (video)
3. Ben Gibbard, “Life During Quarantine”: Ben Gibbard has a way about his voice and songwriting that really tugs at the heartstrings. Written for the city of Seattle and performed during his daily live stream this week, “Life During Quarantine” speaks about the lack of being near the ones you love during these uncertain times. The gravity of the song evoked tears on first listen. (video)
4. The Pretenders, “The Buzz”: The Pretenders announced a new album this week and gave fans a taste of what’s to come with its lead single “The Buzz.” The song sounds fresh and clear, bringing the band’s classic sound into today. Chrissie Hynde’s strong vocals lead the way over the upbeat, clean guitar melody and steady backbone rhythm section. (video)
5. Devon, “Belong 2 U”: “Belong 2 U” is a feel-good pop-rock jam ready to get you through the isolation blues. Upbeat and catchy, the song bursts with big rock guitars and even bigger energy, making it almost impossible to resist the urge to get up and dance. (video)
6. Deep Purple, “Throw My Bones”: The first single from Deep Purple’s upcoming ‘Whoosh!’ album, “Throw My Bones” is a heavy, swirling hard rock jam with a weighty bass line and noodle-y guitars. Ian Gillan’s haunting, blues-y vocals loom over it all prophetically, giving the song the call to action message he intends. (video)
7. The Avalanches feat. Rivers Cuomo & Pink Siifu, “Running Red Lights”: “Running Red Lights” toes the line between melancholy and upbeat in such an easy way. The song is not so upbeat that it’s underlying topic of loss is unimaginable, but it doesn’t feel like a downer either. Cuomo’s voice works effortlessly with the aesthetic the band creates here. When Pink Siifu comes in near the end with a quote from David Berman’s Purple Mountains track “Darkness and Cold,” it all makes sense. There’s a heftiness to the song, but also a lightness to balance it out. (video)
Further Listening:
· Waxahatchee, “Can’t Do Much”: (video)
· The Radio Dept., “You Fear the Wrong Thing Baby”: (video)
· Violent Soho, “Pick It Up Again”: (video)
This week saw a lot of good rock and pop songs and music videos hit the internet amidst the pandemic at our doors. Being cooped up inside, there is no better time to take a look back at the week’s new music. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new tunes you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Seven Music Live Streams to Check Out While “Social Distancing”
COVID-19 has been ravaging the music industry, putting the concert industry at a stand-still as states close venues and artists cancel shows and other large gatherings in exchange for “social distancing.”
In lieu of concert halls with hundreds or thousands of people in attendance, a handful of artists have been making the leap to live streaming. An uptick in the practice started in the last week, with artists such as Code Orange, Cro-Mags, John Legend and more already clocking in time from their own homes. From singular artists “hanging out” with their fans through quiet social media gatherings to large festivals of multiple artists moving online, there is still way more to come.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, has pulled together a list of some of the already announced live streams taking place over the next few weeks. Here are seven to look forward to while stuck at home.
1. Ben Gibbard: Death Cab For Cutie / The Postal Service frontman Ben Gibbard will be live-streaming intimate sets from his home studio every day at 7PM Eastern on Facebook and YouTube. He started last night, playing a ten-song set of fan favorites and a cover of Radiohead’s “Fake Plastic Trees.” Gibbard announced his plans on Tuesday, saying that fans can even expect special guests to “stop by digitally.” (Daily, 7PM Eastern, Facebook / YouTube)
2. Christine and the Queens: Similarly to Gibbard, French singer/band Christine and the Queens will be live streaming on Christine’s Instagram at 6PM Eastern every day. According to a post on Twitter, “guests and weird concepts” will be included in the streams. The first stream featured a discussion with Charli XCX. (Daily, 6PM Eastern, Instagram)
3. Shut In & Sing: Described on StageIt as “a group of songwriters joining forces to stay connected through music and community,” Shut In & Sing is an ongoing concert event launched by Kelly McCartney (‘Hangin’ & Sangin’ podcast) and singer/songwriter Natalia Zukerman featuring music from country, folk and Americana artists on a nightly basis. Artists range from the fairly well-known (such as Jill Sobule [3/21] and Lori McKenna [3/28]) to up-and-comers looking for a break. The first show starts Thursday and more are booked through April 11. All shows are pay-what-you-can. (March 19-April 11[so far], Times Vary, StageIt)
4. Luck Reunion Festival: Initially slated to begin on Thursday (3/19), Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion Festival has moved from his backyard to the internet. ‘Luck Presents: ‘Till Further Notice’ will feature performances from Nelson and his sons, Margo Price, Jewel and more, as well as segments with “partners, charities, and makers that make up the cherished “Luck Family.” The show starts at 7PM Eastern on the Luck Reunion website, Twitch and Facebook. It is free, though a tip jar is available for those who want to donate to the artists. (March 19, 7PM Eastern, Luck Reunion/Facebook/Twitch)
5. The Indigo Girls: After cancelling all of their March and April tour dates (including one right here on Long Island), The Indigo Girls will be taking to Facebook on Thursday for a “low key, home grown set of songs” and a “Q and A.” The stream is to celebrate the band’s upcoming album, ‘Look Long,’ out May 22. (March 19, 6PM Eastern, Facebook)
6. Ultra Virtual Audio Festival: With Miami’s Ultra Music Festival cancelled, the festival is teaming up with SiriusXM to bring EDM fans a “virtual” alternative. The Ultra Virtual Audio Festival will be presented starting Friday (3/20) on the limited-run station UMF Radio. Artists joining the fest include Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, Martin Garrix and Major Laser, among others. (March 20-23, 5PM Eastern, SiriusXM Channel 52)
7. Neil Young: Announced on his Neil Young Archives site Monday that he plans to start streaming what he calls “Fireside Sessions” in the near future. Young’s wife Daryl Hannah will be filming the sets, describing it “a down-home production” with “a few songs,” and “a little time together.”
Now, more than ever, we need music to help us deal with the world in crisis. These are just some of the artists and events who are attempting to bring people together through the power of music amidst the chaos. With the growing amount of restrictions being put in place, it’s only a matter of time before even more artists join the ones above in live streaming sets.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (March 8-14, 2020)
Amidst the talk of COVID-19 and the cancellation of almost every upcoming tour, festival and event, new music continued to be released. Over the last week, a wealth of new songs and music videos has hit the internet, especially when it came to rock and pop music.
With the weekend here and the urge to self-quarantine high, it’s time to take a look at some of the new tracks released this week. Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island's music outlet, has been scouring the internet for some of the best. Here are eight (and a few more) of our favorites that we think are worth another listen.
1. X Ambassadors, “Everything Sounds Like A Love Song”: A radio-ready pop-rock ballad, “Everything Sounds Like A Love Song” has a catchy melody and heartfelt soul. Starting out with just piano and vocals dominating the mix, the song swells as strings and horns are added. The saxophone bridge is bright and memorable, a highlight of the track. (video)
2. Palaye Royale, “Lonely”: Approaching the difficult subjects of drugs, depression and suicide, “Lonely” is a haunting track with lyrics that are vivid and direct. The drum clicking is clock-like while the base boom and guitars give the melody a swirling, otherworldly feeling. (video)
3. Anna Burch, “Tell Me What’s True”: “Tell Me What’s True” is a calming piano-driven track with a simple melody. Burch has a very soothing, clear voice that features strongly in the mix, holding its own against the piano. (video)
4. Days N Daze, “My Darling Dopamine”: From the moment the horns come blasting in, “My Darling Dopamine” stuns with energy and grit. It’s a unique take on punk, edging somewhere between Celt-punk and oi. (video)
5. The Fleshtones, “Alex Trebek”: “Alex Trebek,” written about the ‘Jeopardy’ host, gives off these old-school, melodic punk vibes that make it an interesting listen. The lyrics feel a little like Black Flag’s “TV Party,” but also a little like Joey Ramone’s “Maria Bartiromo.” It’s basically a biography of Trebek in a four-minute song and I don’t hate it. (video)
6. The Killers, “Caution”: The Killers announced a new album this week and have treated fans to a taste of it with its first single, “Caution.” After a bit of a slow start, the song breaks out into this big acoustic-ish rock number, complete with soaring melody and lofty instrumental. (video)
7. Brian Fallon, “Horses”: Despite being a softer sound than Fallon’s usual Americana rock fare, “Horses” is much more upbeat. His quiet, sincere vocal holds weight against the reserved guitar picking and steady drum beats. The melody picks up as the song progresses, developing into something hopeful and joyous. (video)
8. Willie Nelson, “Our Song”: A slow country ballad, Nelson sweetly croons about his love on “Our Song.” The guitar has a classic feel, like a mix of old-time country and earnest pop vocalists like Bobby Darin. (video)
Further Listening:
· Johanna Warren, “Part Of It”: (video)
· Country Westerns, “Anytime”: (video)
· Psychedelic Furs, “You’ll Be Mine”: (video)
· Mundy’s Bay, “Seasons Pass”: (video)
· Niall Horan, “Heartbreak Weather”: (video)
This week saw a lot of great new rock and pop songs and music videos hit the internet. With the weekend here, now is a great time to take a respite and take a look back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new songs you’ve been digging in the comments below.
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Discover music new and old at Vinyl Bay 777. As one of Long Island’s top independent record shops, we have thousands of titles to choose from in a variety of different genres to suit the tastes of most music fans. Browse our wide selection of new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, music DVDs, memorabilia and more in store at our Plainview location or online at vinylbay777.com. Whether you’re looking for something new to you or to rediscover the classics, we have you covered. And with more titles being added to our selection all the time, you never know what you might find at Vinyl Bay 777.
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Songs Centered Around Time
This past weekend, much of the US forwarded our clocks by an hour to welcome the longer days of the upcoming spring season.
With the beginning of the year feeling like it was just yesterday and spring weather just around the corner, the switch to standard time has us thinking about time in general and its use in popular music. For many songs, whether wistfully or realistically, the artist recalls the passage of time. In others, it’s the telling of time, either celebrating it or neglecting it.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, is taking a look at some of these time-related songs. Here are seven spanning the gambit of time topics.
1. Rocky Horror Picture Show, “The Time Warp”: Surprisingly, this show tune is pretty apt for talking about turning the clocks forward/back. Written by Richard O’Brien to mock dance songs, the loss of / gaining of an hour can feel like a strange time warp. (video)
2. Bill Haley, “Rock Around The Clock”: Perhaps sleep isn’t your thing. Back in the 1950s, Bill Hayley’s “Rock Around The Clock” urged people to rock into the wee hours of the morning, neglecting time all together. (video)
3. Semisonic, “Closing Time”: When Semisonic frontman Dan Wilson wrote “Closing Time,” he wanted it to have multiple meanings. In writing it before the birth of his first child, the “last call at a bar” lyrics took on the meaning of the child leaving the womb. But it’s also about passage of time, stating that when one things ends, something else can begin. (video)
4. Fiddler on the Roof, “Sunrise, Sunset”: Another show tune, “Sunrise, Sunset” is sung during the wedding of Tevye’s first daughter. The song laments the passing of time with the character wondering how his daughter grew up so fast. (video)
5. Five For Fighting, “100 Years”: A lot of songs about time are about its passage. Five For Fighting’s “100 Years” looks at time going forward. It’s about how when you’re young, you still you’re your whole life ahead and when you’re nearing the end, you’re just hoping for another moment. (video)
6. Enya, “Only Time”: Nothing is certain in this world, especially when it comes to affairs of the heart. Such is the premise of Enya’s only hit “Only Time.” Only time can tell what the future holds, you just need to let it happen. (video)
7. Jim Croce, “Time In A Bottle”: A song about saving time, “Time In A Bottle” finds Croce wishing for more time with his girl. He wants to “bottle” time and save it because there isn’t enough of it. (video)
Time is a big theme in music, with a lot of songs lamenting how little there is and musing about its passing. Of course, there’s more light-hearted fare too, fighting the societal norms of when things can occur to stay up late and dance until you lose sense of time.
What are some of your favorite songs about time? Let us know in the comments below.
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Albums to Watch for in March 2020
March is here, which means a brand new month of new music. This month will see some big releases on the calendar, including long-awaited works from Mandy Moore, Boomtown Rats, Pearl Jam and more.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’re looking ahead at some of March’s most highly anticipated album releases. Here are eight that we think will be worth a listen.
1. Mandy Moore, ‘Silver Landings’: It’s been 11 years since pop songstress Mandy Moore released her last album, ‘2009’s ‘Amanda Leigh.’ After having a successful acting career in the interim, Moore is back with ‘Silver Landings’ this week. The album is said to be very different than the bubblegum pop she came to prominence for, instead leaning more towards “something that feels sunshiny and airy and natural, something you could listen to driving up and down the PCH with all the windows rolled down on a beautiful weekend day.” (3/6)
2. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, ‘Blue Moon Rising EP’: The band’s fourth EP in a little over a year, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds are set to release ‘Blue Moon Rising’ this week. The 5-track EP features three new songs (including one originally written for Oasis back in 2008) and two remixes. (3/6)
3. Boomtown Rats, ‘Citizens of Boomtown’: Boomtown Rats have reunited and are releasing their first album of new music in 36 years this month. According to Rolling Stone, the album “has the classics Rats sound,” but “with many modern twists,” with frontman Bob Geldof adding, “We made this album for 2020.” That description is apt if you listen to the album’s first single “Trash Glam Baby,” as the song has a gritty rock sound reminiscent of 70s British punk. (3/13)
4. Deap Lips, ‘Deap Lips’: Deap Vally & The Flaming Lips came together late last year to form Deap Lips with the collaboration releasing its debut self-titled album this month. Spin called the album’s debut single “Hope Hell High” a mix of “Deap Vally’s bombastic, sludgy rock sensibilities softened a bit by Coyne and Drozd’s psychedelic tendencies.” (3/13)
5. Adam Lambert, ‘Velvet’: Though he has been spending a lot of time with Queen lately, Adam Lambert is moving forward in his solo career with his latest album, ‘Velvet.’ The album heads in a classic rock – funk direction, inspired by his work with the legendary band. Lead single “Roses” has a big feel, blending funk and pop in a warm, full way. (3/20)
6. Brian and Roger Eno, ‘Mixing Colours’: The first collaborative album between famed producer Brian Eno and his brother, ambient composer Roger Eno, ‘Mixing Colours’ has been a long time coming (According to Pitchfork, some of the works on the album go back to 2005). Brian said of the album’s songs, “These pieces are very Impressionistic and very much to do with sonic quality, sonic colour.” First single “Celeste” is a piano-driven instrumental piece with a relaxing tone and sunny feel. (3/20)
7. Pearl Jam, ‘Gigaton’: Pearl Jam return this month with ‘Gigaton,’ their first album in 7 years. The music heads in a more eclectic, experimental direction, with guitarist Mike McCready saying in a statement that making the album “was emotionally dark and confusing at times, but also an exciting and experimental road map to musical redemption.” First single “Dance Of The Clairvoyants” is a different, more electronic sound than the band has opted for in the past, but still manages to rock hard. “Superblood Wolfmoon” changes direction again, this time heading towards garage-rock. (3/27)
8. Coriky, ‘Coriky’: Featuring Fuguzi’s Ian MacKaye and Joe Lally and The Evens’ Amy Farina, Coriky will be releasing their debut solo album together this month. First single “Clean Kill” is a laid-back jam with a rough-around-the-edges sound and almost ska-like cadence that breaks off into some chaos towards the end but finds its way back. The song could be forshadowing an album that might be a bit more melodic than what their previous bands are known for, but also just as brash and up-front as you’d expect. (3/27)
There are a lot of highly-anticipated albums heading to shelves in the month of March. From works years in the making to interesting collaborations and beyond, there is much to look forward to. Check out some of our new release picks above and let us know what new albums you’re excited to listen to in March.
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Discover music new and old at Vinyl Bay 777. As one of Long Island’s top independent record shops, we have thousands of titles to choose from in a variety of genres. Browse our wide selection of new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, music DVDs, memorabilia and more in store at our Plainview location or online at vinylbay777.com. Whether you’re looking for something new to you or to rediscover the classics, we have you covered. And with more titles being added to our selection all the time, you never know what you might find at Vinyl Bay 777.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Video You Need to Check Out (February 23-29, 2020)
A lot of new music is released over the course of any given week. This one was no exception as we saw a plethora of new songs and music videos hit the internet, vying for our collective attention. It was an especially good week for rock and pop, with Neck Deep, Four Year Strong, Gorillaz and Sheppard were among those who put out new tunes.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best songs and music videos. Here are six (and a few more) of our favorites that we think are worth another listen this weekend.
1. Neck Deep, “Lowlife”: UK pop-punk band Neck Deep have announced a new album, ‘All Distortions Are Intentional,’ and are back with a new single. “Lowlife” is rough around the edges instrumentally and lyrically, hitting on more of the traditional angry, disaffected youth punk attitude than the songs of ‘The Peace and the Panic.’ The band adds this element without losing the melodic and memorable qualities that got them noticed in the first place. (video)
2. Sheppard, “Don’t Believe In Love”: Australian family band Sheppard move ever closer to the pop end of their pop-rock sound with “Don’t Believe In Love.” The choruses are upbeat and fun with as bit of the island-y groove that made their early work so great. George Sheppard’s falsetto verses are a bit more sullen, soulful and electronic-tinged. As a whole, it’s another very catchy track from the band. (video)
3. Gorillaz feat. Fatoumata Diawara, “Desole”: The second in Gorillaz’s Song Machine project, “Désolé” has a cool, low-key tone and easy groove that balances electronic beats and worldly melody. Starting out rather minimal, the addition of horns and strings near the end makes the sound fuller without losing any of the effortlessness. (video)
4. Four Year Strong, “Get Out Of My Head”: “Get Out Of My Head” is melodic hardcore at its catchiest. The rough, thrashing guitars and lightly gritty hardcore vocals are aggressive yet tuneful. It’s an earworm that will surely get stuck in your head. The video has this tongue-in-cheek, underground 90s-style quality to it, which makes this a great watch as well. (video)
5. SZA & Justin Timberlake, “The Other Side”: “The Other Side” has a great groove and beat that feel both modern and mid-2000’s pop-R&B at the same time. It brings back memories of ‘Justified’-era Timberlake.” His and SZA’s vocals meld beautifully, like they were made to sing together. The song makes you want to get up and dance. (video)
6. Luke Rathborne, “Ordinary Woes”: There’s a certain punk-y, garage-rock-y sound to “Ordinary Woes” I found really dragged me in. The song is lively and upbeat, led by fast-paced guitars and driving snare drum that keep it barreling along. (video)
Further Listening:
· I’m Glad It’s You, “Big Sound”: (bandcamp)
· Suicide Machines, “Anarchist Wedding”: (video)
· Alanis Morissete, “Reasons I Drink”: (video)
· Dave Godowsky, “Better Just To Be”: (video)
· Taylor Swift, “The Man”: (video)
This week saw some great new rock and pop songs hit the internet. With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to take a look back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new songs you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Discover music new and old at Vinyl Bay 777. As one of Long Island’s top independent record shops, we have thousands of titles to choose from in a wide variety of genres. Browse our selection of new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, music DVDs, memorabilia and more in store at our Plainview location or online at vinylbay777.com. Whether you’re looking for something new to you or to rediscover the classics, we have you covered. And with more titles being added to our selection all the time, you never know what you might find at Vinyl Bay 777.
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Vinyl Sales Continue to Grow, Streaming Dominates Music Industry in 2019
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, takes a brief look at the RIAA, Nielsen and BuzzAngle’s Year-End numbers
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has released their 2019 year-end report Tuesday. With Nielsen Music and BuzzAngle’s reports having come in January, we now have a more complete idea of what the music industry’s revenue and cultural trends were over the last year. A year of growth for the industry, streaming dominated the field while vinyl continued its rapid rise in the physical sales space.
In 2019, the music industry saw its fourth straight year of double-digit growth, taking in more than $11.1 billion in revenue, a 13% increase over 2018’s $9.8 billion.
Streaming was the biggest part of the revenue equation in 2019. Jumping nearly 20% over 2018’s numbers, the format ended the year with more than $8.8 billion in revenue. That means streaming now makes up 79.5% of all revenue brought in by the music industry. It also means, according to Billboard’s reporting, that streaming’s revenue exceeded the music industry’s yearly earnings for every year between 2008 and 2017. Much of that came from paid subscription services (Apple Music, Spotify’s paid tier), which grew by another 25% this year.
While streaming was popular in the US, video was an even more lucrative venture in the rest of the world. According to both Nielsen and BuzzAngle, YouTube outpaced paid services like Spotify and Amazon Music, especially when it came to genres like K-pop and Bollywood.
As for traditional sales, the numbers stayed relatively steady. While there was a dip, the RIAA reports it was only 0.6% over 2018, making up $1.15 billion of the year’s revenue. While CD sales once again dropped, this time 12%, they still made up the bulk of physical sales at $615 million. Vinyl continued to gain on CDs, though, rising 19% to take in $504 million in 2019, the only physical format to experience any gain. That’s the 14th straight year of growth for the vinyl medium and puts it squarely in striking distance to potentially take over that dominating sales spot from CDs.
Digital sales took a nosedive, however. Following a trend that has been occurring for a few years now, digital single and album sales dropped 18%, taking in $856 million in 2019, the first time that number has dropped below $1 billion since 2006.
In total, digital (streaming and sales) made up 87.2% of the music industry’s 2019 revenue, physical sales made up 10.3% and synch royalties (radio) made up 2.5%.
According to Nielsen, Post Malone, Drake, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande were the year’s top-selling artists. Post Malone’s ‘Hollywood’s Bleeding’ took the top album spot (including track-equivalent albums and streaming-equivalent albums), however Taylor Swift’s ‘Lover’ topped total album sales, digital album sales and physical album sales for 2019. Vinyl sales continued to trend towards catalog album popularity with the Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ topping the list. Billie Eilish’s ‘When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go,’ is the only current album in the vinyl top 10, coming in a number 2. Digital belonged to Lil Nas X’s single “Old Town Road” for both sales and on-demand streaming.
In terms of genre statistics, R&B and hip-hop were the most consumed overall. However, when it came to physical album and digital album and song sales, rock came out ahead.
The music industry experienced a lot of growth in 2019. Music consumption grew along with the increasing popularity of streaming. While sales have decreased again, especially in digital, vinyl continues to be a bright spot, gaining year-over-year for a 14-year high. These numbers point to a lot of change in the way we consume musical media and what we can expect to see in the future.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (February 16-22, 2020)
A lot of new music is released over the course of any given week. This one was no different as we saw a wealth of new songs and music videos hit the internet this week, especially when it came to rock and pop.
With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to take a look back at some of the musical highlights of the week that was. Vinyl Bay777, Long Island’s music outlet, has once again scoured the internet for some of the hottest new tracks of the last seven days. Here are eight (and a few more) of our favorites that we think are worth a second listen.
1. Waxahatchee, “Lilacs”: The mix of alt-country twang and folk-y indie-pop on “Lilacs” is bright and upbeat. It’s easy-going melody makes for a pleasant listen while the steady metronome-like beat is easy to follow. (video)
2. The 1975, “The Birthday Party”: “The Birthday Party” is an ethereal track that contrasts the 80s feel of much of what The 1975 has been putting out lately. A more deconstructed kind of song (it lacks a chorus), the melody’s relaxing qualities mask the rather stressed lyrics about what Matty Healy has called “the interesting social minutiae of house parties.” The video portrays the relaxed aura of the song, using “digital detox” site mindshower as a jumping off point for a computer animated visual that looks like a 1990s Sims game filled with memes. (video)
3. The Strokes, “Bad Decisions”: The Strokes continue their comeback with their latest single “Bad Decisions,” a garage-rock-tinged indie-rock track that sounds like the band at their early 2000s best. The 80s-inspired, upbeat melody borrows from Billy Idol’s “Dancing with Myself,” though the band puts it through their distinct sonic lens, making it feel both new and familiar at the same time. (video)
4. Yves Tumor, “Gospel For A New Century”: “Gospel For A New Century” is an energetic track that mixes rhythmic soul with thrash-y rock guitars. The sound really jumps out and grabs a hold of your attention. (video)
5. Ozzy Osbourne feat. Post Malone, “It’s A Raid”: The last single released before his new album, ‘Ordinary Man,’ was released this week, “It’s A Raid” finds Osbourne reuniting with Post Malone for an aggressive metal duet. It’s fast pace and thrash-y guitars make it one of the more chaotic songs on the album. The screaming crowd vocals at the beginning are a bit disconcerting, but add atmosphere to the hurried nature of the track. Malone adapts to the song’s harder tone, going to his deeper register in attempting to riff off Osbourne’s signature vocal. However, his back-up vocal role does more for the song than his verses do. (video)
6. A. Swayze & the Ghosts, “Mess Of Me”: “Mess Of Me” is an upbeat, pummeling track that takes its inspiration from early punk/new wave and melds it with the more aggressive punk sounds of the 2000s/2010s. Think Iggy Pop filtered through Against Me!. (video)
7. RVG, “I Used To Love You”: A song for falling out of love, “I Used To Love You” tries to reason with the realities of two people growing apart. The swirling, airy guitars make the melody feel very open. As the song progresses the emotion grows, becoming more passionate and intense. (video)
8. Man Man, “Cloud Nein”: “Cloud Nein” is an upbeat track in tone and melody, though the lyrics aren’t as cheery, essentially telling someone that they’re “in denial.” It’s a very interesting play off the expression “on cloud nine,” using the phrase’s original meaning as the melody and the homonyms of “nine / nein” as the basis for the lyrics. The video is reminiscent of Fatboy Slim’s “Weapon of Choice,” with the older gentleman dancing around the street as if nothing were about to happen. (video)
Further Listening:
· All Time Low, “Sleeping In”: (video)
· 5 Seconds Of Summer, “Old Me”: (video)
· Sparks, “Self-Effacing”: (video)
· Alanis Morissette, “Smiling”: (video)
· The Amity Affliction, “Forever”: (video)
This week saw a lot of great new rock and pop songs and music videos vying for our attention. With the weekend here, now is a great time to look back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Edison’s Phonograph and Its Impact on Music
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s Music Outlet, takes a brief look how the phonograph revolutionized how we listen to music
On February 19, 1878, a patent was issued for an invention that would revolutionize the way people would communicate for centuries to come. The invention, of course, was Thomas Edison’s phonograph.
Though the concept was not new (sketches of early devices had been found), Edison’s phonograph became the first to be put into practice. A groundbreaking machine, the device allowed someone to both record their voice and play it back. This idea would become the basis for all physical recordings through the 21st century.
Edison’s first phonograph used an embossed diaphragm that made indentations on a piece of wax paper attached to a rapidly moving metal cylinder from the vibrations of a person speaking. He would later start recording to tin foil instead of the paper. A second diaphragm and needle unit on the machine was used to play the recording back.
Edison’s famous first recorded words? The nursery rhyme “Mary Had a Little Lamb.”
At the time, Edison knew this would be big, having brainstormed several ways this technology could be used by the public. In an article in the North American Review dated June 1878 (quoted in an article by the Library of Congress) he mentions such possibilities at dictation, audio books, music recordings, toys, answering machines and preservation of languages and sounds, among other ideas. Edison wasn’t far off, as many of these ideas came to fruition, especially recording music.
Obviously there were changes made over the years to improve the quality and availability of recordings, namely the switch to wax and the invention of discs to replace cylinders (which ultimately led to records and turntables). But the stage had been set, as listening and creating music would be changed forever.
Phonographs brought music out of the concert hall and into the home, no personal musical ability required. It ushered in, as Smithsonian Magazine introduces it, “the beginnings of ‘on demand’ listening.” Someone could listen to a particular artist whenever they wanted, as many times as they wanted.
Because of this, listening also became less of a group activity and more of a personal journey. Defined genres started becoming a thing around this time as well, as phonographs were advertised as letting people each have their “own kind” of music. Listening to music has only gotten more and more personal as the years have progressed. While it has been argued recently that defined genres have been falling out of favor with the advent of streaming services, it has become even more common to see people with their headphones on immersed in the music on their digital device, enjoying music in an individualistic way.
Music itself changed as well. To comply with the limited amount of space on a cylinder, songs became shorter, usually two-three minutes. According to the same Smithsonian article, artists started writing for recording, giving examples of Igor Stravinsky’s “Serenade in A” and country and blues artists “chopp[ing] their tunes to perhaps one verse and two choruses.” While modern pop songs might be slightly longer (and, you know, full-length albums are a thing), the standard length of a song remains between three and five minutes to this day.
Over the last two centuries, the way we come to know music and listen to it has evolved. That is in no small part thanks to the phonograph player. The device let professional music come into the home and let people discover their individual tastes as independent listeners for the first time. Songwriting changed as well, developing the shorter song culture that is still standard form today. Even as technology continues to change the way we listen, the phonograph’s legacy remains an invaluable part of music’s history.
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Whatever form of technology you use to listen to physical music, Vinyl Bay 777 has you covered. As one of Long Island’s largest independent record shops, we have thousands of titles to choose from in a variety of genres. Browse our wide selection of new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, music DVDs, memorabilia and more in store at our Plainview location or online at vinylbay777.com. With more titles being added to our selection all the time, you never know what you might find at Vinyl Bay 777.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (February 9-15, 2020)
A lot of new music is released over the course of any given week. This one was no exception as the last seven days saw a wealth of new songs and music videos hit the internet. This was especially true when it came to rock and pop, as we saw releases from the likes of AJR, Billie Eilish, The Strokes and more.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best new songs and music videos. Here are seven (and a few more) that we think are worth a second listen this weekend.
1. AJR, “BANG!”: “BANG!” is a catchy piece of pop-rock with a head-bobbing beat that drives the song and keeps the listener’s interest throughout. The big, show-stopping melody builds off the pace of the beat (keeping time with the well-placed rhythmic snapping), bringing in island-y vibes with the added brass. (video)
2. Billie Eilish, “No Time To Die”: Billie Eilish was given the honor of recording the next ‘ James Bond’ theme song, which was released this week. Eilish’s brother/producer Finneas really got the vibe on “No Time To Die” perfect, as it has that certain jazzy, dramatic, anthemic quality you expect in a ‘Bond’ theme. Surprisingly, Eilish’s fragile vocals work really well in the song’s dramatic context as well. I mean, obviously Finneas is good at writing for his sister’s voice, but as a ‘Bond’ theme, it doesn’t disappoint. (video)
3. The Strokes, “At The Door”: The Strokes announced their first album in seven years, ‘The New Abnormal,’ and gave fans a taste of what they could expect with single “At The Door.” Surprisingly minimal for a band known for their garage-rock sound, the song mostly consists of Julian Casablancas’ mournful vocals and synth-y, electronic bursts and light piano. Casablancas carries the melody as the instrumentals swirl around him, building as the song progresses. (video)
4. Falling In Reverse, “The Drug In Me Is Reimagined”: Falling In Reverse have revamped their 2011 breakout single “The Drug In Me Is You.” The revised song has this beautiful, haunting vibe that exchanges post-hardcore guitars for dramatic piano and sweeping cello. It feels like there’s more meaning drawn out from the slowed down melody. (video)
5. The Used, “Paradise Lost”: The Used turn John Milton’s poem “Paradise Lost” into a ripping hardcore jam. Switching between soft and heavy vocals, Bert McCracken sings as the guitars buzz around Milton’s words. Sometimes the words and instrumentation stagger, at points letting the words take over for emphasis and at others letting the powerful instrumental carry the impact. (video)
6. Brendan Benson, “Good To Be Alive”: “Good To Be Alive” finds itself at a crossroads between contemplating mortality and celebrating life for what it is. The song goes from contemplative indie-rock ballad in the verses to upbeat electronic dance track in the chorus twice in the span of four minutes, connecting the two hemispheres through shared percussion and electronic elements. (video)
7. Grimes, “Delete Forever”: “Delete Forever” feels more like 90s alt-rock than her normal electronic fare. The acoustic guitar dominates the melody, really showing off Grimes’ vocals. The added violin flourishes give it a bit of an added alt-country vibe. (video)
Further Listening:
· Set It Off, “One Single Second”: (video)
· Hollywood Undead, “Upside Down”: (video)
· Zachery Allan Starkey, “XXX”: (video)
· Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, “Be Afraid”: (video)
· The Bombpops, “Double Arrows Down”: (video)
· Brian Fallon, “21 Days”: (video)
· New Found Glory, “Greatest Of All Time”: (video)
· Jacob Jeffries, “Let You Down”: (video)
There were a lot of great new rock and pop songs and music videos released this week. With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to take another listen. Check out some of favorites above and let us know what new tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Unconventional Love Songs for an Unconventional Valentine’s Day
Tired of the same overplayed love songs? Does your love not fit into a neat little box?
Not all love songs have to be the sappy numbers we all know and have heard a thousand times. There are plenty of tunes that convey love in all its offbeat, unconventional forms.
With Valentine’s Day coming up this Friday, Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, is looking at some of the more unconventional love songs out there in the world. Ranging from pop to punk and everything in between, here are five offbeat songs to listen to with your other half.
1. Ludo, “Love Me Dead”: Late 2000s pop-punk band Ludo’s biggest hit, “Love Me Dead” is about being in love even if the other person drives you crazy. Singer Andrew Volpe’s lady in this “cancerous” relationship is referred to as a “high-maintenance” narcissist, “bitter and dumb” and a “parasitic psycho, filthy creature,” among other things, but she is still his “sugarplum.” He still sees the beauty in her and loves how she knows him so well. No matter how “awful,” he loves her. (video)
2. Pinhead Gunpowder, “On The Ave”: An acoustic track from punk band Pinhead Gunpowder’s short 2008 reunion, “On The Ave” details a couple living and loving in the moment. The details in the song are a bit messy for your typical love song (it’s not every day a couple in love brags about being bloody from hopping over a fence or having to kick down a door in a burning building), but it’s chorus about time being fleeting, taking things slow and savoring the memories is a nice sentiment that you don’t care about the gory details. (video)
3. Yeah Yeah Yeahs, “Maps”: Written by Yeah Yeah Yeahs frontwoman Karen O about her then boyfriend Angus Andrew (Liars), “Maps” begs for the singer’s love to stay with her. O’s vocals are vulnerable as the chorus of “Wait, they don’t love you like I love you” intensifies with every repetition. (video)
4. The Darkness, “I Believe In A Thing Called Love”: One of the most over-the-top rock songs of the early 2000s, “I Believe In A Thing Called Love” takes the 80s classic rock sound and turns it on its head. It’s a love song in hyper overdrive about the way his girl makes him feel. He talks about how his heart pounds when she touches him, making him believe that they can do anything together. The lyrics are a bit silly and “daft” (to take a quote from frontman Justin Hawkins himself), but sometimes love is that intense. (video)
5. Say Anything, “Alive With The Glory Of Love”: Love conquers all, even Nazis. Say Anything frontman Max Bemis wrote “Alive With The Glory Of Love” about his grandparents who survived the Holocaust. The song is intense in a hopeful way, with a bursting, full-volume chorus that lets you know that no matter what, everything will be okay. (video)
When it comes to love songs, there is more out there than just the sappy, overplayed songs you hear on the radio. Whether it’s an over-the-top rock song about your heart being aflutter, one that details a dysfunctional relationship filled with admiration or one that tells a story about how love conquers all, there are some unconventional tracks out there that fill in the broader scope of what a love song can be. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what your favorite offbeat love songs are in the comments below.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (February 2-8, 2020)
A lot of new music is released over the course of any given week. This week was no exception, as we saw a plethora of new songs and music videos hit the internet. That was especially true for rock and pop this week, as Green Day, Hayley Williams and 5 Seconds of Summer were just some of the artists who released tracks this week.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for some of the week’s best new songs and music videos. Here are six (and a few more) of our favorites that we think are worth another listen.
1. Beach Bunny, “Promises”: There’s something raw about Lili Trifilio’s vocals on “Promises.” The way her voice stretches to be heard against the thick-layer of garage-rock-y guitars and percussion feels almost desperate and angry, adding to the song’s punchy lyrics. (video)
2. The 1975, “Me & You Together Song”: The 1975 have finally released a video for their latest single “Me & You Together Song.” The 90s nostalgia vibe of the video goes well with the lightly 90s-inspired melody of the song. It kind of makes me want to listen to “Kiss Me” for the millionth time, which is a plus in my book. (video)
3. 5 Seconds of Summer, “No Shame”: Another highly catchy pop-rock track from 5SOS, “No Shame” hits on elements of both late-2000s pop-punk (think All-American Rejects’ “Gives You Hell”) and swoon-worthy 2010s boy bands (who they’ve been lumped with in the past). The video is full of zany vignettes that get stranger and stranger as the clip progresses, something you’d expect to see out of pop-punk bands in the 90s. (video)
4. Green Day, “Meet Me On The Roof”: Green Day released one last single to coincide with the release of their new album, ‘Father of All Motherf******,’ on Friday. “Meet Me On The Roof” is an upbeat, 60s-inspired early-rock jam spun through the Green Day lens. The song’s sock-hop vibe is fun and the Evel Knievel / ‘Happy Days’ “jump the shark” video concept is apt as a visual. (video)
5. Hayley Williams, “Cinnamon”: Hayley Williams released yet another solo single this week. “Cinnamon” starts off with the same withdrawn but jazzy melody and off-beat percussion of “Leave It Alone” and “Shimmer.” Then, something clicks about 2/3 of the way through the song, prompting the tempo to increase and the mood to change. The song suddenly becomes more alive and confident, something approaching closer to what she’s crafted for Paramore over the last couple of years. (video)
6. Grey Daze, “Sickness”: “Sickness” has a much more familiar, Linkin Park-like vibe than “What’s In The Eye.” You can hear the heaviness and struggle in Chester Bennington’s voice as he powers through the heavy, low rumble of the guitars, bass and percussion. The stray saxophone near the end is a nice touch, summing up the gravity of the song. (video)
Further Listening:
· Christine and the Queens, “People, I’ve Been Sad”: (video)
· Pottery, “Texas Drums Pt I”: (video)
· Le Couleur, “Concorde”: (video)
· Dogleg, “Kawasaki Backflip”: (video)
This week saw a lot of great new rock and pop songs and music videos hit the internet. With the weekend here, now’s a great time to take a look back at some of the best and most memorable. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Artists Who Keep/Kept Their Identity a Secret
On Tuesday, Slipknot’s most mysterious new member has been unmasked. Lovingly referred to as “Tortilla Man,” a social media post from the Postojna Cave in Slovenia revealed that Michael Pfaff was the unknown masked percussionist that took Chris Fehn’s place following a lawsuit. The band had been refusing to divulge who Tortilla Man was, as none of the band’s members ever had an official reveal.
Like the masked members of Slipknot, there are many other bands out there that would prefer to remain anonymous, whether their identities have been revealed or not.
In honor of Slipknot's new member, Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, is taking a look at some of these mysterious bands. Here are seven artists/bands who started out or remain anonymous behind their masks.
1. Iamamiwhoami: In December 2009, a mysterious electronic artist going only by iamamiwhoami went viral on YouTube, producing short bites of well-produced, genre-defying music coupled with videos that would completely conceal her and her collaborators’ identities. Diligent followers of the singer continually tried to decode who might be behind the channel, whether it was someone well-known (among the names being thrown around were Lady Gaga and Christina Aguilera) or someone trying to gain traction with some brilliant marketing. Speculation came to an end in March 2010 when the video for “t” revealed the singer’s full, undistorted face, showing her to be Swedish artist Jonna Lee.
2. Ghost: The entire idea of metal band Ghost was meant to be shrouded in mystery. Aside from their lead singer, who has gone by various stage names (Papa Emeritus I, II, III & Nihil, Cardinal Copia) over the years only to be revealed as Tobias Forge in 2017 during an intense legal battle, all of the band members are corralled into the designation of “nameless ghouls.” Each member wears identical outfits and face-concealing makeup, giving them no identity at all.
3. The Network / Foxboro Hottubs: It’s fairly well-known at this point amongst fans that both The Network and Foxboro Hottubs feature members of perennial pop-punk favorites Green Day. However, none of their identities have ever been officially revealed. That’s especially true for The Network, who came on the scene in 2003 and released one album through Adeline Records that same year (a mistake if they wanted to remain anonymous from Green Day as the label was run by frontman Billie Joe Armstrong). The six-member band all wore masks and claimed to have been “brought together by an ancient prophecy.”
4. Static-X: In 2019, industrial rock pioneers Static-X revealed that they would be reuniting for their first album in 11 years in memory of their late frontman, Wayne Static and to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their breakout album, ‘Wisconsin Death Trip.’ For the tour they planned to mount, the band hired a singer, who decided to go by the name Xer0 and wear a mask designed to look like Static’s. Though people have tried to decipher who Xer0 might be (Edsel Dope, frontman for Dope and an opener for the Static-X reunion tour is generally thought to be behind the mask), his identity has not yet been revealed.
5. PPL MVR: Dressed as yeti-like creatures, PPL MVR blew up in 2014 despite no one knowing who was behind the masks. According to their website, they are: “A band of unknown origin, the one and only PPL MVR explores myth and mystery through hefty guitar riffs and transmogrified vocals. They venture outside the selfie-obsessed waters we all willingly swim in to find solace in ritual and our pure animalistic nature. There is an ancient power in coming together to stand in a sacred place and chant, sing songs, pump our fists in the air, and venerate.” For a while it was speculated that the band could be a side project of New York hardcore band Brand New, especially when a link on Brand New’s website brought fans to a PPL MVR video. This theory may have been debunked, but my research can’t find where that information comes from.
6. The Residents: Around since the 1960s, The Residents is as much an art collective as they are a band. Releasing over 46 works together, the group’s identities have never been known due to their signature giant eyeball helmets and refusal to grant interviews. Over the years there were many speculations about who could have been in the band, including members of The Beatles, the Dead Kennedys, Devo among them. In 2017, it was revealed that Hardy Fox, one of the band’s Cryptic Corporation crew members, was one of the primary composers for the band.
7. Masked Intruder: One of the hottest and most intriguing up-and-coming punk bands of today, Masked Intruder keep their identities a mystery in conjunction with their convict stage personas. Instead, all four members go by the color of their ski masks.
There are many artists and bands that choose to be anonymous with the world. Some start their rise to fame this way, like iamamiwhoami, creating an air of mystery and getting people to sleuth out who they are. Others choose to continue and grow their careers anonymously by embedding it in the fabric of their act, like Ghost or Masked Intruder. Whether people end up finding out who’s behind the mask in the end or not, there is one thing that’s clear: everyone loves a little mystery.
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Week In Review: New Songs / Music Videos You Need to Check Out (January 26-February 1, 2020)
A lot of new music is released over the course of any given week and this one was no exception. This week saw a plethora of great new songs and music videos hit the internet, especially when it came to rock and pop.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best new songs and music videos. Here are six (and a few more) that we think are worth a second listen this weekend.
1. Gorillaz feat. slowthai & Slaves, “Momentary Bliss”: The first installment of Gorillaz’s teased ‘Song Machine’ project, “Momentary Bliss” takes elements of reggae, hip-hop, punk and indie-rock and mashes them into something cohesive and downright enjoyable. Slowthai’s rapping is rhythmic while Slaves frontman Matt McAndrew’s vocals are reserved and gentle. The change in dynamics throughout the song’s instrumentation, from loud choruses to softer verses, is also remarkable. (video)
2. Neon Trees, “Used To Like”: “Used To Like” is the kind of pop-heavy dance-rock song you expect from Neon Trees. The lyrics, which find frontman Tyler Glenn trying to salvage a dying relationship, are less upbeat, though you can’t really tell from the melody. There’s no desperation audible from the melody, just the last bits of optimism in trying to keep things the way they are. In that instance, it’s a bit more of a “grown-up” feel than the band’s previous music. (video)
3. Hayley Williams, “Leave It Alone”: Paramore’s Hayley Williams released a second single from her upcoming solo debut. With “Leave It Alone,” she goes in a bit of a jazz-infused indie-pop direction. The song’s drum machine beat and slow, calculated vocals have a steady, minimalist vibe. It’s not as dark and eerie as the electronic vibe of “Simmer,” but you can tell the sounds are related. (video)
4. Dua Lipa, “Physical”: “Physical” feels like such a darker song than it actually is. The 80s-inspired dance track has this rough, sexy vibe to it, accentuated by Dua Lipa’s powerful performance. As she describes it, there is a bit of “Flashdance” to it, but with a modern take that makes it perfect for hitting the club. (video)
5. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, “Blue Moon Rising”: “Blue Moon Rising” is an unexpected dance-pop mover from Brit-pop legend Noel Gallagher. The song’s snare-heavy percussion and soft vocals and ethereal guitars and synths are a welcome change, and new perspective on his rock sound. (video)
6. H.E.R., “Sometimes”: Premiered on stage at the Grammy’s, H.E.R. blew people out of the water with her latest single “Sometimes.” The song is soulful and upbeat. Her voice and sound remind me of Alicia Keys, but with more of a bluesy vibe. (video)
Further Listening:
· The Men, “Breeze”: (video)
· The Black Watch, “Brilliant Failures”: (video)
· The Suicide Machines, “Awkward Always”: (video)
· Pearl Jam, “Dance Of The Clairvoyants (Mach II)”: (video)
· Braids, “Young Buck”: (video)
· The Rentals, “Great Big Blue”: (video)
Over the last week, we saw a lot of great new songs and music videos hit the internet. With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to look back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Albums to Watch for in February 2020
We’re only a month into 2020 and the music being released is getting more and more epic. February is looking just as good with a lot of highly anticipated albums set for release in the next month from the likes of Justin Bieber, Green Day, Ozzy Osbourne, BTS and more.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’re taking a look at some of the new albums hitting shelves in February. From the highly anticipated to the highly recommended, here are seven albums (and a few more) we think will be worth keeping an eye out for.
1. Green Day, ‘Father Of All Motherf******’: A noted departure from the pop-punk/arena rock sound Green Day has cultivated over the last three decades, ‘Father Of All Motherf******’ finds the band experimenting with a new Motown-meets-garage rock sound. While I can take or leave “Fire Ready Aim” content-wise, I find a certain appeal to singles “Father Of All” and “Oh Yeah” in terms of groove and style. These are influences that came to the forefront in Foxboro Hottubs (a completely different band that just happens to share a few members) and it’ll be interesting to hear how they put the Green Day spin on it. (2/7)
2. Stone Temple Pilots, ‘Perdida’: ‘Perdida’ is supposed to be an album unlike anything Stone Temple Pilots have released before. An acoustic album recorded with “unexpected instruments,” including flute, alto-sax, vintage keyboards, guitarrón and Marxophone, ‘Perdida’ is meant to showcase the emotional place these songs come from. Many of the tracks were written by singer Jeff Gutt about the “difficult moments in his life,” leading to a vulnerability you don’t always get from the full-fledged rock sound. It will be interesting to hear a different side of this iconic band with this new album. (2/7)
3. Huey Lewis and the News, ‘Weather’: It’s been 10 years since Huey Lewis and the News released ‘Soulsville’ in 2010. Since then, a lot has happened, including Lewis’ 2018 revelation that he’d been suffering from hearing loss brought on by Ménière’s disease that ended the band’s touring prospects. Even with the diagnosis, he and the band will be releasing a new album, ‘Weather,’ in February. Their first featuring original songs since 2001’s ‘Plan B,’ ‘Weather’ finds the band back to their 80s Americana rock sound. Singles “While We’re Young” and “Her Love Is Killin’ Me” sound as if no time has passed. (2/14)
4. Justin Bieber, ‘Changes’: It has been nearly five years since Justin Bieber released ‘Purpose,’ which featured his most mature music to date, as well as his biggest hits ever. Since then he’s done even more growing personally, taking a wife and dealing with the harsh realities of life (a.k.a. his struggles with Mono and Lyme Disease). Beiber is ready to face the world of music again with is upcoming album, ‘Changes.’ While I don’t quite understand the appeal of “Yummy,” there are plenty of people who seem to love it, as it debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. Because of this and the hype surrounding its release, ‘Changes’ is guaranteed to be one of the biggest album releases of the year. (2/14)
5. BTS, ‘Map Of The Soul: 7’: K-pop superstars BTS had a big year in 2019 with their EP ‘Map Of The Soul: Persona,’ breaking chart records left and right. The band’s upcoming full-length, ‘Map Of The Soul: 7,’ is poised to be even bigger. In pre-orders alone, the album blew past three million units, breaking the record they set with ‘Persona.’ Listening to the album’s first single, “Black Swan,” there’s a definite pop and hip-hop influence, but also a classical one with a beautiful string arrangement accompanying the beat, together guiding the song’s rather deep lyrics. If you’re into K-pop, I’m sure this will be an album not to miss. (2/21)
6. Ozzy Osbourne, ‘Ordinary Man’: Osbourne has had one heck of a year, first with all of the side-lining injuries and then with the latest diagnosis of Parkinson’s. The one lifeline, what brought him back from the brink, is the music. In all of the chaos, Osbourne wrote a full album, set for release this month. His first in nearly a decade, the singles released so far prove that while his physical strength may be going, his ability to write great songs has not. “Under The Graveyard” and “Ordinary Man” are personal, thought-provoking tracks that find the Prince of Darkness looking back at his life and career while still managing to rock. (2/21)
7. Five Finger Death Punch, ‘F8’: According to Five Finger Death Punch guitarist Zoltan Bathory, the band’s upcoming album, ‘F8,’ represents a “rebirth” for the group. It’s their first album since frontman Ivan Moody got sober, which is very much reflected in the album’s songs. You can hear the reflection and a bit of anger in the album’s first single, “Inside Out,” which was written about Moody’s addiction and the people and relationships that suffered because of it. Bathory says that the album sounds like the band, but it’s not the same band. Fans should definitely look forward to finding out what that means next month.(2/28)
Further Listening:
· Best Coast, ‘Always Tomorrow’: (2/21)
· Nada Surf, ‘Never Not Together’: (2/7)
· Oh Wonder, ‘No One Else Can Wear Your Crown’: (2/7)
A lot of highly anticipated albums are set for release this February, as well as some hot LPs you didn’t know you needed to hear. Check out some of our upcoming album picks above and let us know what albums you’re looking forward to in February in the comments below.
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Week In Review: New Songs/Music Videos You Need to Check Out (January 19-25, 2020)
Another week has come and gone and with it came a wealth of new music. The rock and pop worlds have been particularly productive, with new songs and music videos from the likes of Sheppard, One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson, Paramore’s Hayley Williams, Pearl Jam and more putting out new jams.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music. That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best new songs and music videos. Here are seven (and a few more) that we think are worth a second listen this weekend.
1. Sheppard, “Phoenix”: Written in the wake of the devastating Australian fires, Australian family band Sheppard released “Phoenix.” It’s a heavier song than what you usually get from the band, given the gravity of its subject, but it’s also a hopeful reminder that the country/continent will unite and come out the other end stronger than before. (video)
2. Louis Tomlinson, “Walls”: “Walls” has this almost mid-2000s pop rock feel to it. Tomlinson’s vocals are pleasant and calming as he sings about breaking through his personal “walls” and letting someone in. Like Keane or The Script before him, the mellow melody is sure to find a place on the adult contemporary dial. (video)
3. Hayley Williams, “Simmer”: Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams announced her debut solo album this week and gave everyone a taste with its first single, “Simmer.” The track goes in a different, darker direction. Its sound is very pop-punk-meets-new age-meets-indie-rock. There’s a heaviness to the track that makes Williams’ light-yet-strong vocals feel even weightier. (video)
4. All Time Low, “Some Kind of Disaster”: Pop-punks All Time Low are back with a new single. “Some Kind of Disaster” takes what the band has learned in experimenting over the last few years and brought it back to their original mid-2000s sound. The result is a song with a soaring chorus and catchy melody that will please fans new and old. (video)
5. Blake Shelton feat. Gwen Stefani, “Nobody But You”: “Nobody But You” is a catchy piece of pop-infused country that’s easily accessible and catchy. Shelton and Stefani’s voices complement each other’s well as they harmonize throughout the song. The only unfortunate part is that Stefani gets virtually no solo singing time with the exception of the song’s final line. It’s clear that it’s Shelton’s song and not a fair duet. (video)
6. Sparta, “Believe”: Sparta, featuring members of At The Drive In, has announced their first new album in more than 14 years, ‘Trust The River,’ this week. With the announcement came a video for the album’s first single, “Believe.” The track has a great garage-rock beat and melody, driven by lightly distorted guitars and steady, snare and bass-heavy percussion. The final, distorted, soaring notes feel almost U2-esque, an impressive way to end the song. (video)
7. Pearl Jam, “Dance Of The Clairvoyants”: The first single from Pearl Jam’s just announced new album ‘Gigaton,’ “Dance Of The Clairvoyants” has a funky groove and experimental vibe that gives it a totally different sound than anything one would have expected from the band in the past. The melody moves past grunge and hard rock and inch closer to dance territory. It’s beat is much more defined in the mix and the guitar lines are more scaled back, leading to a lighter overall sound. (video)
Further Listening:
· Lewis Capaldi, “Before You Go”: (video)
· La Roux, “Automatic Driver”: (video)
· The Word Alive, “No Way Out”: (video)
· Lennon Stella, “Kissing Other People”: (video)
· Disturbed, “Hold On To Memories”: (video)
There were a lot of great new pop and rock songs and music videos released over the past week. With the weekend here, now’s a great time to take another look at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know what new songs and music videos you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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Bands Reuniting on the Road in 2020
The world loves a good reunion tour. Getting to see your favorite disbanded band one more time can be exciting for fans nostalgic for the “good old days.” Lucky for us, 2020 already has a handful of big name reunion tours announced, many just in time for the summer festival season.
With a whole lot of reunions in the news, Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, is taking a look at some of the most anticipated. Whether it’s only been a few years since disbanding or nearly a decade, here are seven reunited groups heading out on tour in 2020.
1. My Chemical Romance: One of the biggest announcements of 2019 was when mid-2000s “emo” favorites My Chemical Romance announced that they were getting back together. The band has already played one very successful show together in Los Angeles, CA and will be heading overseas in 2020 to play shows in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. This past week, the band announced another UK show, only this time they also included two minutes of unheard music that have fans wondering if a new album could be on the horizon from this reunion too.
2. Mötley Crüe: Another of the biggest tour announcements late last year was that of hair metal legends Mötley Crüe. The band had signed a “cessation-of-touring” agreement in 2015, which the group symbolically torched in the tour’s announcement video. It doesn’t feel like Mötley Crüe have gone anywhere, given that the band has recorded and released new music in the last two years (though not a new album, they haven’t done that since 2008), but it is that success that prompted the band to do their first tour in half a decade in the first place. The North American tour kicks off July 7 in Miami, FL and wraps up September 5 in Los Angeles, CA with a stacked line-up of openers including Def Leppard, Poison and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.
3. Pussycat Dolls: Mid-2000s girl group the Pussycat Dolls are getting ready for their first tour in nearly a decade. Disbanding in 2010, the girls went their separate ways towards their own solo careers, the most successful of which being that of Nicole Scherzinger (whose most known for being a reality competition judge these days). The group got back together (sans Melody Thornton) for a performance on ‘The X Factor UK’ (which Scherzinger judges) late last year and will be heading out on the road for the ‘Unfinished Business’ tour around the UK in April. New music is also on the horizon, as the group debut a new song, “React,” during their ‘X Factor’ performance.
4. Rage Against The Machine: It’s hard to believe that Rage Against The Machine’s last reunion was already eight years ago, but the political rap-metal band is back again! So far, the reunion tour is limited to five west coast dates around their appearances at the 2020 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April.
5. Faith No More: It’s been five years since metal outfit Faith No More capped off their first reunion with their last album, ‘Sol Invictus,’ and disbanded after a year of touring. Now the band will be returning to Europe for a festival tour throughout June and July. A new album, however, may not be in the cards, as Roddy Bottum said in an interview with ‘Kerrang!’ that the band has “no plans right now to record any new music.”
6. Bright Eyes: Conor Oberst has not been a stranger to the music scene over the last ten years, presenting his own solo works and leading various groups, the most recent of which was the duo Better Oblivion Community Center with Phoebe Bridgers last year. But after nine years, Oberst is getting his most well-known band back together, Bright Eyes. It was announced this week that the band had signed to Dead Oceans and will be releasing their first album since ‘The People’s Key’ in 2011. A short tour was also announced, featuring dates in Tokyo, Japan in March, Los Angeles, CA in May, Queens, NY in June and an appearance at the End of the Road Festival in the UK in September.
7. Circle Jerks: Punk Rockers Circle Jerks’ debut album ‘Group Sex’ turns 40 this year and the band is celebrating by playing their first shows together in nearly a decade. Dates announced so far include Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas, NV and the Wiesen, Austria, Berlin, Germany and Munich, Germany dates of the re-launched Punk In Drublic Festival.
With disbanded acts in pop, indie rock, metal and punk gearing up to reunite on the road in 2020, now’s the time to see them live before it all goes away again. Check out the reuniting bands listed above and let us know what bands you’re excited to see/would like to see reunite in the comments below.
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