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Brian May Announces New ‘Golden Days’ LP With Broadway Star Kerry Ellis

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Brian May Announces New ‘Golden Days’ LP With Broadway Star Kerry Ellis

Brian May has collaborated with British singer and West End and Broadway star Kerry Ellis on a second album.

Golden Days consists of five original songs and eight covers, including Gary Moore’s “Parisienne Walkways” and the show tune “If I Loved You.”

May says the album is “a true collaboration between Kerry and myself. Five years ago, (the first album) Anthems was the result of me producing an exciting new artist – Kerry Ellis. This new record has both our names on it, and breaks new ground. We produced ourselves together as a team. I feel confident it’s the best thing we’ve ever done and a worthy testament to 13 years of belief. It also happens to feature Britain’s most beautiful voice!”

Golden Days will be out on April 7th.

Roger Waters Sets Street Date Of May 19 For “Is This the Life We Really Want” Album

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Roger Waters Sets Street Date Of May 19 For “Is This the Life We Really Want” Album

Roger Waters has confirmed a release date for Is This the Life We Really Want. His new studio album, the first in 25 years, is due on May 19. The date was revealed as part of a new teaser video for the project, which you can watch below. Featured in the clip are new shots of Waters collaborating in the studio with producer Nigel Godrich, and sets up his massive world tour quite nicely. Is This the Life We Really Want will be Waters’ fourth rock-focused album since splitting with Pink Floyd after 1983’s The Final Cut. The most recent was 1992’s Amused to Death, winning the Grammy Award for Best Surround Sound Album at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards

Fans shouldn’t expect Pink Floyd to reform, either.

Justin Townes Earle signed to New West Records and will return with “Kids In The Street” on May 26

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Justin Townes Earle signed to New West Records and will return with “Kids In The Street” on May 26

The 12-song set was produced by Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes, First Aid Kit) at his ARC Studios, and is the first time in his career that Earle has worked with an outside producer. Kids In The Street marks a decade into Earle’s recording career and follows “Single Mothers (2014) and “Absent Fathers” (2015).

“Life has changed a lot for me in the last few years,” said Earle, 35. “I got married and am getting ready to become a father, and this is the first record that I’ve written since I’ve been married. There’s definitely an uplifting aspect to this record in a lot of ways, because I’m feeling pretty positive.”

“When I wrote songs in the past, I was looking in on what I was feeling, but this record’s more about looking outward on what’s happening, and writing about subjects like gentrification and inner city strife. This record also has more of a soul influence to it, and it’s got a deeper connection to the blues than anything I’ve done before.”

The album is now available for pre-order via PledgeMusic including a limited edition colored vinyl version of the LP, special 7″ single including “May be A Moment” as well as Earle’s reading of Paul Simon’s “Graceland,” and cassette.

Several of the songs on Kids On The Street reference the lower-middle-class Nashville neighborhoods of Earle’s youth. Earle was the son of Steve Earle. The album is the first of Earle’s not recorded in Nashville. “It’s the first time that I’ve worked outside of my usual umbrella of people to make a record,” Earle said, adding “In Nashville, if you have the right connections, it’ll spoil the shit out of you because you’ve got access to the best musicians in the world and the best studios in the world. If you had told me when I started making records, that I wasn’t gonna make every record in Nashville, I would have told you you were crazy. And if you’d told me that I’d end up making a record in Omaha, I’d tell you you were out of your freaking mind.”

New West Records President John Allen stated about Earle’s signing to the label, “When I first met a young Justin Townes Earle, it was evident then he was intent on following his own artistic path. As his publisher, I saw his songwriting evolve to a literary depth and swagger that maintained that unique vision. New West is very proud to release Justin’s next album of his best work yet.”

The track listing is:
1. Champagne Corolla
2. May be A Moment
3. What’s She Crying For
4. 15-25
5. Kids In The Street
6. Faded Valentine
7. What’s Goin’ Wrong
8. Short Hair Woman
9. Same Old Stagolee
10. If I Was The Devil
11. Trouble Is
12. There Go A Fool

Earle will tour this spring with his longtime guitarist Paul Niehaus alongside The Sadies as his backing band (they will also support each show). The full band tour will kick off with Earle’s appearance at this year’s Stagecoach Festival in Indio, Cal. on April 28. Prior to the full band performances, Earle will perform a solo March residency at the Doug Fir Lounge located in his new home of Portland, Ore. as well as two solo, acoustic shows in Georgia.

Tour dates are:
March 14, 25, 29 – Portland, OR – Doug Fir Lounge (Solo)
April 6 – Atlanta, GA – City Winery (Solo)
April 7 – Savannah, GA – Savannah Music Festival (Solo)
April 28 – Indio, CA – Stagecoach Festival
April 29 – Phoenix, AZ – The Crescent Ballroom
May 3 – Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
May 4 – Austin, TX – ACL Live at the Moody Theater
May 5 – Houston, TX – The Heights Theater
May 6 – Lafayette, LA – Arcadiana Center for the Arts
May 8 – Franklin, TN – Franklin Theatre
May 9 – Asheville, NC – Grey Eagle
May 11 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
May 12 – Fall River, MA – Narrows Center for the Arts
May 13 – Cambridge, MA – The Sinclair
May 15 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
May 16 – Kent, OH – The Kent Stage
May 17 – Ann Arbor, MI – The Ark
May 18 – Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre
May 19 – Louisville, KY – Headliners
May 20 – Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall
May 22 – Milwaukee, WI – Turner Hall
May 23 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
May 24 – Iowa City, IA – The Englert Theatre
May 26 – Denver, CO – The Bluebird Theater
May 28 – Salt Lake City, UT – The State Room
May 30 – Seattle, WA – Neptune Theatre
June 2 – San Francisco, CA – Slim’s

Women of NASA Will Be An Official LEGO Set Featuring Five Female Pioneers Of Outer Space

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Women of NASA Will Be An Official LEGO Set Featuring Five Female Pioneers Of Outer Space

Women have played critical roles throughout the history of the U.S. space program, a.k.a. NASA or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Yet in many cases, their contributions are unknown or under-appreciated — especially as women have historically struggled to gain acceptance in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

LEGO announced this week that this proposed set celebrates five notable NASA pioneers and provides an educational building experience to help young ones and adults alike learn about the history of women in STEM, is now a go. The idea took hold almost immediately and then skyrocketed with the popularity of the film Hidden Figures, which tackled the very same subject, made it a done deal. The five Women of NASA are:

Margaret Hamilton, computer scientist: While working at MIT under contract with NASA in the 1960s, Hamilton developed the on-board flight software for the Apollo missions to the moon. She is known for popularizing the modern concept of software.

Katherine Johnson, mathematician and space scientist: A longtime NASA researcher, Johnson is best known for calculating and verifying trajectories for the Mercury and Apollo programs — including the Apollo 11 mission that first landed humans on the moon.

Sally Ride, astronaut, physicist, and educator: A physicist by training, Ride became the first American woman in space in 1983. After retiring as a NASA astronaut, she founded an educational company focusing on encouraging children — especially girls — to pursue the sciences.

Nancy Grace Roman, astronomer: One of the first female executives at NASA, Roman is known to many as the “Mother of Hubble” for her role in planning the Hubble Space Telescope. She also developed NASA’s astronomy research program.

Mae Jemison, astronaut, physician, and entrepreneur: Trained as a medical doctor, Jemison became the first African-American woman in space in 1992. After retiring from NASA, Jemison established a company that develops new technologies and encourages students in the sciences.

In addition to a desktop frame that displays these five minifigures and their names, the set includes vignettes depicting: a famous photo of the reams of code that landed astronauts on the moon in 1969; instruments used to calculate and verify trajectories for the Mercury and Apollo missions; a microscale Hubble Space Telescope and display; and a mini space shuttle, complete with external tank and solid rocket boosters.

Jimmy Buffet-Inspired Retirement Home Is Coming To Daytona Beach, Florida

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Jimmy Buffet-Inspired Retirement Home Is Coming To Daytona Beach, Florida

Margaritaville Holdings and Minto Communities today announced a partnership that will develop new active adult communities in some of the nation’s most popular destinations. The first location of the all-new residential concept will open in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Sales Center at LATITUDE MARGARITAVILLE, Daytona Beach has already broken ground and is slated to open in Fall 2017.

“We are excited to partner with Minto and believe this relationship will redefine lifestyle destination living in Daytona Beach,” said John Cohlan, chief executive officer of Margaritaville. “With Minto’s expertise in creating master planned developments and Margaritaville’s inherent ability to deliver fun and escapism, Latitude Margaritaville has the exact coordinates for those looking to live the Margaritaville lifestyle as they grow older, but not up.”

Featuring world-class amenities and design, LATITUDE MARGARITAVILLE, Daytona Beach will reflect Margaritaville’s authentic, “no worries,” tropical vibe, offering an immersive brand experience. Current plans call for walkable neighborhoods and a Town Center featuring a fitness center with an aerobics studio, indoor lap pool, spa, and group fitness classes; indoor and outdoor dining with signature Margaritaville food and beverage concepts, as well as others; arts and learning programs for residents and guests; and a resort pool area with beach entry. In true Margaritaville fashion, music will also play an important part in the community, with a band shell for live entertainment in the Town Center. A private beachfront club with breathtaking views and beachfront amenities will be set on the Atlantic Ocean, which residents can access via a continuous loop shuttle service.

“For over 60 years Minto has focused on providing incredible lifestyle in the communities we create,” said Bill Bullock, senior vice president of Minto Communities. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Margaritaville to put the exclamation point on fun living for active adults!”

With an ideal location in Daytona Beach at LPGA Blvd. and I-95, the destination offers access to the area’s world-famous beaches; championship golf at LPGA International; Daytona International Speedway; Daytona Beach International Airport; the new Daytona One entertainment, dining and shopping destination; and much more.

How They Animated ‘The Lego Batman Movie’

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How They Animated ‘The Lego Batman Movie’

‘The Lego Batman Movie’ uses an impressive style of animation that replicates the look of real lego bricks. These digital bricks abide by all the rules of real Lego bricks, so they cannot bend or move in an impractical way. Mike Seymour breaks down a few of the most remarkable scenes, where numerous complex techniques were used to create a believable image.

How Roc Nation’s Lenny S Went From Being a Fan to Working With Jay-Z

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How Roc Nation’s Lenny S Went From Being a Fan to Working With Jay-Z

Lenny S shares his career path that spun from selling CDs on the street to leading an acclaimed entertainment company.

You Can Own The Recording Console Pink Floyd Used On The Dark Side of the Moon

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You Can Own The Recording Console Pink Floyd Used On The Dark Side of the Moon

The greatest of all consoles is in full working order and will hit the auction block on March 27th for a yet-to-be-disclosed opening bid.  An Abbey Road Studios EMI TG12345 MK IV recording console used between 1971-1983, housed in Studio 2, the console which Pink Floyd used to record their landmark album, The Dark Side of the Moon can now be yours.

Also used by many other artists including Paul McCartney and Wings, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Kate Bush and in later years The Cure, the desk comprising of (takes a deep breath) 40 channels with limiter/compressor on each, 4 echo returns and 16 monitors, MK3 feature cassettes, track monitor cassettes, dual channel 16 track sync mixer, two banks of 12 pairs of microphone channels, 8 pairs of main channels to centre section, monitor level controls for tracks 1-8 on left and 9-16 on right side, Ernest Turner manufactured VU meters comprising 16 full size VU meters and approximately 50 channel VUs, quadrant radial faders by Painton, with approximately 1600 capacitors (many original), housed in the original semi-wrap-around frame made of block board with teak and mahogany veneer, which disassembles into three parts, together with a patchboy of steel encased in industrial standard flight case and made-to-measure freight crates for the console parts (speakers in the illustrated image not included); accompanied by letters concerning the provenance, including one from Ken Townsend, the Abbey Road Studio Manager at the time and future Chairman; a documented history from Brian Gibson, the renowned Studio Technician for Abbey Road and TG console world authority; a current technical appraisal stating the console is in working order; PDF manuals for the equipment; and a copy of the album The Dark Side of the Moon.
More details and images of the magical console can be seen on the official site for the prestigious auction house Bonhams.

Murray McLauchlan, Margaret Atwood, Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy And More Are Raising Funds For Dementia Support

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A marquee Canadian line-up – iconic folk singer/songwriter Murray McLauchlan, best-selling author Margaret Atwood, East Coast fiddle sensation Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, Soulpepper Theatre Company founder, actor/director Albert Schultz, acclaimed Canadian tenor Ben Heppner, dancer Travis Knights and blues singer/guitarist Matt Andersen,  will appear at Toronto’s Glenn Gould Studio on Friday, May 5, 2017 for Voices That Care, a concert benefiting the Room 217 Foundation.

Proceeds from Voices That Care support Room 217’s dementia singing program, which vastly enriches the lives of Canadians suffering with dementia, while providing education to caregivers wishing to integrate music into their care practice.

Music touches all of us and is increasingly becoming a valued dimension of healthcare. Voices That Care – to be hosted by TV personality and author Denise Donlon – underscores the healing power of music while raising funds for the essential ongoing efforts of the Room 217 Foundation.

Who: Murray McLauchlan, Margaret Atwood, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, Albert Schultz, Ben Heppner, Travis Knights and Matt Andersen.

What: Voices That Care, benefiting The Room 217 Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving quality of life and care for Canadians in life-threatening and complex-care circumstances through music.

When: Friday, May 5, 2017. 7 pm-8 pm: Pre-concert cocktail & hors d’oeuvres reception; 8 pm-10:30 pm: performance (with one intermission); 10:30 pm-11:30 pm: VIP reception.

Where: The Glenn Gould Studio, 250 Front St West, Toronto.

How: Tickets are $175 and are available online (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/voices-that-care-2017-tickets-31640262878) or by calling the Room 217 office at 905-852-2499 or toll free at 1-888-985-0217. Accessible seating available. A portion will be tax-receipted.

Juliana Hatfield Announces New “Pussycat” Record and Upcoming Tour

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Juliana Hatfield Announces New “Pussycat” Record and Upcoming Tour

Boston-based singer-songwriter Juliana Hatfield will be releasing a brand-new record titled Pussycat on April 28th, following the kick-off of a national tour that will start on April 23rd.

“I wasn’t planning on making a record,” says Juliana Hatfield, of her new Pussycat album. In fact, she thought her songwriting career was on hiatus, and that she had nothing left to say in song form; that she had finally said it all after two decades as a recording artist. But then the presidential election happened. “All of these songs just started pouring out of me. And I felt an urgency to record them, to get them down, and get them out there.”

Hatfield produced and played every instrument other than drums-bass, keyboards, guitars, vocals. From start to finish-recording through mixing-the whole thing took a total of just twelve and a half days to complete.

“It was a blur. It was cathartic,” says Hatfield. “I almost don’t even understand what happened in there, or how it came together so smoothly, so quickly. I was there, directing it all, managing it, getting it all done, but I was being swept along by some force that was driving and controlling me. The songs had a will, they forced themselves on me, or out of me, and I did what they told me to do. Even my hands-it felt like they were not my hands. I played bass differently– looser, more confident, better.”

Pussycat comes on the heels of last year’s Hatfield collaboration with Paul Westerberg, the I Don’t Cares’ Wild Stab album, and before that, 2015’s Juliana Hatfield Three (“My Sister”, “Spin The Bottle”) reunion/reformation album, Whatever, My Love (American Laundromat Records)

“I’ve always been prolific and productive and I have a good solid work ethic but this one happened so fast, I didn’t have time to think or plan,” says Hatfield. “I just went with it, rode the wave. And now it is out of my hands. It feels a little scary.”

Pussycat is being released into a very tense, divided and inflamed America. The songs are reflective of that atmosphere – angry (“When You’re A Star”), defiant (“Touch You Again”), but also funny (“Short-Fingered Man”), reflective (“Wonder Why”), and even hopeful (“Impossible Song”), with its chorus of ‘What if we tried to get along/and sing an impossible song’).

The tour will kick off in Hatfield’s hometown of Cambridge, MA then head to Philly, Vienna, Virginia and to NYC’s Mercury Lounge with more national dates to be announced soon.

TOUR DATES:
Saturday, March 18th
Boston Stands with The ACLU:
Featuring: Juliana Hatfield, Nada Surf and more
The Paradise Rock Club
Boston, MA

Sunday, April 23rd
The Sinclair
Cambridge, MA

Monday, April 24th
Boot & Saddle
Philadelphia, PA

Tuesday, April 25th
Jammin’ Java
E Vienna, VA

Wednesday April 26th and Thursday, April 27th
The Mercury Lounge
NYC

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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