British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has announced the title and release date for his upcoming album via Twitter. Titled x (read as “multiply”), the singer’s second album is set to be released on June 23th and is the follow-up to his 2011 debut +. Along with the new details about the album, an official audio video was posted […]
Hard rock trio The Birds Of Satan; the new side project from Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins (also featuring guitarist Mick Murphy and bassist Wiley Hodgden), are now streaming their whole self-titled debut album on SoundCloud. The seven-track hard hitting record is due for release on April 15th, and oozes of classic rock and roll as well […]
In this current generation of music is it well agreed upon that the soul of a record can easily be drowned out by technology or even technicality. It’s so easy for a band to over polish their work. Sure Joy of Motion may have a really polished sound, but have by no means has it […]
US-Rockers RED have announced the upcoming release of a unique mini-album, set for release later this month. The new CD, titled “Recalibrated” will have six songs from their latest record “Release the Panic” with new elements such as strings and orchestrations. In addition, the mini album will have one previously unreleased track called “Run and […]
Post-hardcore band Our Last Night has released a music video on YouTube for the song “I’ve Never Felt This Way”, taken from their latest EP Oak Island released back in November of last year. The video, which uses the studio version of the song, intermixes the album version with footage from several energetic live performances. […]
Swedish folk duo First Aid Kit have revealed the album artwork, track list and release date for their new album, named Stay Gold. Set to be released on June 10th; the follow-up to their 2012’s break through album The Lion’s Roar features 10 songs, and is produced by Mike Morgis. Along with the album announcement […]
Scottish alternative rockers Twin Atlantic have just posted a lyric video for their latest single “Heart And Soul” via YouTube. Taken from their upcoming, yet untitled, third album (the first since 2011’s “Free”), the track features sharp guitars, groovy beats and big choruses that surely will make a live crowd go wild! The single will […]
The Spark: Tuesday April 1st, 2014 Welcome to The Spark, a feature on AltWire where we put the spotlight on fun, exciting and electrifying bands that we feel deserve your undivided attention. All available for immediate consumption and in satisfying servings for your cerebral taste buds. Fast food for your ears, what could be better […]
Nearly two years after their reunion with original lead singer Craig Owens, Michigan post-hardcore band Chiodos have released a new album. Titled “Devil”, this is the first release with Owens and drummer Derrick Frost since 2007’s “Bone Palace Ballet”. Devil’s title stemmed from the struggle of the band to live a productive life amongst everyday […]
