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The Kinks Release Live “Sunny Afternoon” From 1993 Royal Albert Hall Show

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The Kinks Release Live “Sunny Afternoon” From 1993 Royal Albert Hall Show

“Sunny Afternoon,” was number 1 on July 7th, 1966, when England won the World Cup. The Kinks today release a live version recorded at their 1993 Royal Albert Hall show, taken from the last chapter of their Journey Trilogy’s celebrating the bands 60th anniversary

“As far as performances go, it was a high point achievement of the Kinks,” Dave Davies said of the Royal Albert Hall show. The Kinks, one of the most influential rock bands of all time, also release a remastered version of “A Rock ‘n Roll Fantasy” today. Talking about the song Ray Davies recalled: “There was a recession in America which influenced my lyrics.”

Dave called “A Rock ‘n Roll Fantasy” “a personal favourite” and admires “Ray’s sensitive portrait of a super fan based on his impressions of different people.”

The Journey – Part 3 features two discs compiled by the band. Disc 1 features 11 classic tracks from the band’s Arista period, remastered from the original production tapes.

Disc 2 is a very special release featuring recordings previously never released and discovered in the Kinks studio archive selected from their July 11, 1993 Royal Albert Hall show on their return from conquering the USA.

The Journey – Part 3 is due for release on 2LP 180g vinyl, 2CD, and digital formats on July 11th 2025.

Tyler Mahan Coe’s ‘Cocaine & Rhinestones’ Book Unveils the Real George & Tammy

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Tyler Mahan Coe’s ‘Cocaine & Rhinestones’ Book Unveils the Real George & Tammy

From the creator of the acclaimed country music history podcast Cocaine & Rhinestones, comes the epic American saga of country music’s legendary royal couple—George Jones and Tammy Wynette.

By the early 1960s nearly everybody paying attention to country music agreed that George Jones was the greatest country singer of all time. After taking honky-tonk rockers like “White Lightning” all the way up the country charts, he revealed himself to be an unmatched virtuoso on “She Thinks I Still Care,” thus cementing his status as a living legend. That’s where the trouble started. Only at this new level of fame did Jones realize he suffered from extreme stage fright. His method of dealing with that involved great quantities of alcohol, which his audience soon discovered as Jones more often than not showed up to concerts falling-down drunk or failed to show up at all. But the fans always forgave him because he just kept singing so damn good. Then he got married to Tammy Wynette right around the time she became one of the most famous women alive with the release of “Stand by Your Man.”

Tammy Wynette grew up believing George Jones was the greatest country singer of all time. After deciding to become a country singer herself, she went to Nashville, got a record deal, then met and married her hero. With the pop crossover success of “Stand by Your Man” (and the international political drama surrounding the song’s lyrics) came a gigantic audience, who were sold a fairy tale image of a couple soon being called The King and Queen of Country Music. Many fans still believe that fairy tale today. The behind-the-scenes truth is very different from the images shown on album covers.

Illustrated throughout by singular artist Wayne White, Cocaine & Rhinestones is an unprecedented look at the lives of two indelible country icons, reframing their careers within country music as well as modern history itself.

Roger Waters’ Cinematic Farewell ‘This Is Not A Drill’ Hits Theatres July 23

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Roger Waters’ Cinematic Farewell ‘This Is Not A Drill’ Hits Theatres July 23

Roger Waters, founding member and creative genius behind Pink Floyd, returns to cinemas with ‘This Is Not A Drill – Live from Prague The Movie’. Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Vision will release the film worldwide beginning on July 23. The official film trailer is unveiled today.

Tickets for cinema screenings worldwide are now on sale at www.rogerwaters.film.

Originally recorded and filmed during Waters’ live show at the O2 Arena in the Czech Republic on May 25, 2023 this breathtaking new edit is directed by his long-term collaborative partner, Sean Evans.

Billed as his “first ever Farewell Tour”, the show is a stunning indictment of the corporate dystopia in which we all struggle to survive and is dedicated to “our brothers and sisters all over the world who are engaged in the existential battle for the soul of humanity”.

The release will give fans the chance to see and hear his critically acclaimed live show in full cinematic glory and includes 20 classic Pink Floyd and Roger Waters songs, including: “Us & Them”, “Comfortably Numb”, “Wish You Were Here”, and “Is This The Life We Really Want?” Additionally, Waters performs his highly celebrated new song, “The Bar”. Together, the production is an extraordinary assault on the senses – musically, visually, politically and philosophically.

The accompanying music, available for preorder now, is set to be released on Legacy Recordings, the catalogue division of Sony Music Entertainment, on August 1, 2025, and will see the performance presented on a 4 LP set/Blu-Ray/2 CD/DVD/Digital Audio.

‘This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague – The Movie’ is filmed in 8k, providing exceptional detail and clarity, and features an enhanced audio mix. For the production, Waters was joined on stage by his outstanding band of musicians: Jonathan Wilson, Dave Kilminster, Jon Carin, Gus Seyffert, Joey Waronker, Robert Walter, Shanay Johnson, Amanda Belair and Seamus Blake.

Collectively they deliver an unforgettable and powerful performance, with a call to action, to love, protect, and share our precious planet home.

Roger Waters says, “What do you want? A quote? Alright Errr… THIS IS NOT A DRILL.”

Primal Fear Roars Back With “The Hunter” From Upcoming Album ‘Domination’

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Primal Fear Roars Back With “The Hunter” From Upcoming Album ‘Domination’

Less than three months before their new album Domination hits the shelves (September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music), German metal frontrunners Primal Fear shift up another gear with “The Hunter”. The second single from the record tells a conceived story while it musically sounds the attack for the quintet’s upcoming record.

Being also the opening track of Domination, the track builds up tension with anthemic lead harmonies before bursting drums and guitars break through the idyll to set the tone for another highly melodic piece from PRIMAL FEAR’s musical forge. The single additionally cements the thoroughly positive impression the group left with first single “Far Away”, which saw them introduce their striking new line-up.

“Science fiction scenery, the beast is behind you, it’s me, I’m THE HUNTER, so better watch out, I smell your blood and I’m gonna get you!” warns vocalist Ralf Scheepers grinningly.

Picking up the dystopian theme of the single, director Patric Ullaeus (IN FLAMES, AMARANRATHE, EVERGREY etc.) placed the band — Scheepers, bassist/vocalist Mat Sinner, guitarists Thalìa Bellazecca and Magnus Karlsson, and drummer André Hilgers — in ruined environment to create a ‘metal as f**k’ music video where they find themselves surrounded by hellfire.

DOMINATION was recorded at Dennis Ward’s Kangaroo Studios (HELLOWEEN, ANGRA etc.) in autumn 2024, produced by Mat Sinner and co-produced by Ralf Scheepers as well as Magnus Karlsson. Rounded off by multiple PRIMAL FEAR mixing/mastering engineer Jacob Hansen (AMORPHIS, VOLBEAT etc.) at his own studios in Denmark, the album artwork was designed by Death.Milk.Designs.

Domination – Track Listing:

  1. The Hunter
  2. Destroyer
  3. Far Away
  4. I Am The Primal Fear
  5. Tears Of Fire
  6. Heroes And Gods
  7. Hallucinations
  8. Eden [feat. Melissa Bonny of AD INFINITUM]
  9. Scream
  10. The Dead Don’t Die
  11. Crossfire
  12. March Boy March
  13. A Tune I Won’t Forget

Bonus Track [physical only; excl. jewel case-CD]

  1. Bridges Will Burn

Going strong for nearly three decades, the band founded and still led by Mat Sinner (bass, vocals) and Ralf Scheepers (vocals) have never let down their global fanbase. Relentless and constantly pushing their limits, PRIMAL FEAR ensure that no two albums ever sound the same. After “Code Red” [2023] hit some of the highest chart positions of their career, expectations for the next release were higher than ever. Now joined by gifted guitarist Thalìa Bellazecca and former touring drummer André Hilgers, the quintet were more than up for the challenge. And as “Domination” makes clear, no obstacle is too great for PRIMAL FEAR’s powerhouse songwriting trio – Sinner, Scheepers, and guitarist Magnus Karlsson, who also rejoins the band’s live line-up after several years away.

From the hard-hitting opener ‘The Hunter’ and first single ‘Far Away,’ to the uplifting mid-tempo anthem ‘Tears Of Fire’ and the epic ballad ‘Eden’ – featuring a surprise guest appearance by AD INFINITUM’s Melissa Bonny – “Domination” delivers on all fronts. Add in neck-breakers like ‘Scream’ and ‘Crossfire,’ and the reflective, string-and-piano-driven closer ‘A Tune I Won’t Forget,’ and it’s clear: PRIMAL FEAR aren’t here to reclaim the crown – they’re here to prove they’ve never left the throne of heavy/power metal royalty.

The Doobie Brothers Perform Songs From ‘Walk This Road’ At SiriusXM Nashville

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The Doobie Brothers Perform Songs From ‘Walk This Road’ At SiriusXM Nashville

GRAMMY-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Famers The Doobie Brothers performed an intimate set and spoke with fans at the SiriusXM Nashville studios. You can listen to the special anytime on demand on the SiriusXM app.

The Doobie Brothers:Live From SiriusXM NashvilleListen on the App

The exclusive performance was the first time that all band members – Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, Patrick Simmons, and John McFee – performed songs from the new “Walk This Road” album in front of an audience (SiriusXM subscribers who won the chance to attend this very special event)! The performance was captured on Tuesday, May 27 and was encored during The Doobie Brothers Takeover Weekend on Classic Vinyl (Friday, June 6 – Sunday, June 8).

This summer, Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band is going on tour with The Doobie Brothers. As a surprise, Coral Reefer Band lead vocalist and 10-time CMA winner Mac McAnally joined The Doobie Brothers in a crowd sing-along for the iconic hit “Listen To The Music.”

Before the song “Takin’ It To The Streets” was performed, Michael McDonald recalled how it was supposed to be a gospel choir kind of song when he originally wrote it as a young kid, but when he brought the song to The Doobie Brothers it took a completely different direction. Later, Tom Johnston discussed how “China Grove” came together while Pat Simmons reflected on recording “Black Water.”

The new “Walk This Road” album marks the first time in 47 years that Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, and Patrick Simmons all have sung on a record together. Pretty special.

And, there’s more! Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons will be Inducted into The Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York.

Click HERE for more information on The Doobie Brothers’ new album, ‘Walk This Road,’ and HERE for more on the band’s upcoming tour with special guests The Coral Reefer Band.

15 Of The Most Dangerously Awesome Bands of All Time

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15 Of The Most Dangerously Awesome Bands of All Time

Some bands turn up. These bands blow the roof off. Whether it was their sound, their look, or their absolute refusal to play anything gently, they made every performance feel like the earth tilted a little more toward mayhem—in the most thrilling way possible. Here are 15 bands shook the stages.

Motörhead
If speed had a national anthem, Motörhead wrote it. Lemmy’s bass lines hit like meteorites, and every live show felt like a motorcycle roaring through your soul. Leather, volume, legend.

The Who
Drums flying, guitars crashing, and Pete Townshend windmilling like the stage was a hurricane. Maximum R&B? Try maximum everything.

Sex Pistols
Anarchy in the UK and feedback in your face. The Sex Pistols came to ignite. Every performance was a glorious mess of punk spirit and sneering brilliance.

Rage Against the Machine
They made political fury sound like a stadium chant. With riffs sharp enough to cut steel and grooves heavy enough to move tectonic plates, Rage was—and is—a musical juggernaut.

KISS
More glitter than Vegas, more fire than a dragon convention. KISS made concerts feel like space battles where the guitars always won. And yes, those boots are taller than your dreams.

Slipknot
Masks on, volume up. Slipknot shredded the bar. Their percussion section alone sounds like a haunted freight train barreling through a thunderstorm.

The Stooges
Iggy Pop: barefoot, shirtless, fearless. The Stooges delivered punk before punk had a name. Every show was part circus, part riot, and 100% unforgettable.

GWAR
Part metal band, part sci-fi theater, part foam-splattered fever dream. Some bands walk to the stage, but GWAR invaded. You don’t go to a GWAR show, you survive one.

AC/DC
Plug in, buckle up, and prepare for liftoff. AC/DC turned simple riffs into seismic waves, and Angus Young’s duckwalk is a national treasure. Loud is their love language.

Metallica
Master of Puppets? More like masters of everything heavy. Metallica brought thrash into the mainstream and turned headbanging into a cardio workout. Still faster than most Wi-Fi.

Guns N’ Roses
The most dangerous band in the world, and not just because of the guitars. GNR made swagger sound poetic and chaos look cool. From Sunset Strip bars to global domination—just don’t be late for the encore.

The Rolling Stones
Mick Jagger struts, Keith Richards shreds, and the rest of the band holds down the groove like it’s stitched into their DNA. They are rock history.

The Prodigy
Rave? Punk? Electro-armageddon? The Prodigy made music that made your pulse race and your speakers sweat. “Firestarter” was a mission statement.

The Clash
Punk with a passport. The Clash smashed genre walls and danced through reggae, ska, and dub without missing a beat. Joe Strummer shouted the future.

Nine Inch Nails
Nine Inch Nails builds music like architecture for the senses. Trent Reznor creates soundscapes that buzz, echo, and roar. Every moment pulls the listener into another world.

These bands never waited for permission, and they never needed a seatbelt. They were all-in, full-throttle, and ready to blow your speakers with one power chord or synth pulse at a time. Rock, punk, metal, or mayhem—it’s all better with a little danger.

Alex Williams Reimagines Judas Priest’s “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” For Genre-Blurring Album ‘Space Brain’

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Alex Williams Reimagines Judas Priest’s “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” For Genre-Blurring Album ‘Space Brain’

Alex Williams brings a gritty Southern rock edge to Judas Priest’s iconic anthem “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming,” the next offering from his third studio album Space Brain, out July 18 via Lightning Rod Records.

A bold reinterpretation of the heavy metal classic, Williams’ version leans into swampy riffs and backwoods swagger while staying true to the driving pulse of the original. “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” is one of 10 renditions that comprise Space Brain, which reimagines additional hits from the likes of Guns N’ Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, Motley Crue, Cinderella, Motorhead and more, transforming arena-shaking metal into storytelling-driven roots rock.

Williams on the new song: “I love Judas Priest, and Rob Halford is a legend. I was 10 years old the first time I heard this song. It was featured in a soundtrack to a video game called Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, which introduced me to many other great songs, including ‘Yankee Rose’ by David Lee Roth.”

“You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” follows Williams’ smoky take on Ratt’s “Round and Round,” which was named a Song You Need to Know by Rolling Stone. Produced by GRAMMY-winning producer and longtime collaborator Ben Fowler (Charley Crockett, Lynyrd Skynyrd) in Nashville, Space Brain doesn’t push Williams away from his country pedigree but instead expands his interpretation of that sound altogether. Backed by modern-day guitar heroes like Rob McNelley (Bob Seger, Wynonna Judd), Dan Dugmore (Linda Ronstadt, ZZ Top) and Mike Payne (Luke Bryan), Williams masterfully reconstructed each song, aiming to emphasize storytelling over sheer sonic power.

The end result is a daring, genre-blurring record that showcases Williams as a vocalist with arena-sized swagger and a formidable interpreter. While country music has a long history of honoring its pioneers through countless artists within the genre, Space Brain is something different; this album tips its hat to a different musical influence – proving that Williams isn’t just walking the line, he’s rewriting it.

Space Brain also features Williams’ and Cody Jinks’ previously released gritty take on Ozzy Osbourne’s “Flying High Again”. The album follows his 2022 LP Waging Peace, which received widespread acclaim from Forbes, No Depression, The Bluegrass Situation and Holler who hailed the release as “smartly arranged, intricate and inventive.”

Williams is currently on the road with stops in Chicago, Nashville and more – see below for a full list of dates or visit his website for more information.

Space Brain:
1. Nobody’s Fool (feat. Tom Keifer) [Cinderella]
2. Ace of Spades [Motorhead]
3. Flying High Again (feat. Cody Jinks) [Ozzy Osbourne]
4. Gettin’ Better [Tesla]
5. Look What The Cat Dragged In [Poison]
6. Youth Gone Wild [Skid Row]
7. You’ve Got Another Thing Coming [Judas Priest]
8. Wild Side [Motley Crue]
9. Round and Round [Ratt]
10. Night Train [Guns N’ Roses]

Alex Williams Tour Dates:
6/14 – Des Moines, IA – Free Range Music & BBQ Festival
6/21 – Cadillac, MI – Coyote Crossing Resort
6/27 – Newport, KY – The Southgate House Revival +
6/28 – Chicago, IL – Joe’s Bar on Weed St. +
7/18 – Indianapolis, IN – Turntable
7/26 – Mount Horeb, WI – Mount Horeb Country Music Faire
8/1 – Nashville, TN – Chief’s on Broadway
8/22 – Cleveland, OH – Beachland Tavern
8/23 – Columbus, OH – Woodlands Tavern
8/29 – Waterloo, NE – Buck’s Bar and Grill
8/30 – Davenport, IA – Raccoon Motel
9/5 – Urbana, IL – The Canopy Club
9/6 – Brooklyn, WI – Main Street Music
9/20 – Dunn, NC – Bird’s Nest Listening Room
10/9 – Whitleyville, TN – North Springs Music Festival

* with Addison Johnson
+ with Tennessee Jet and Hannah Dasher

Asleep At The Wheel Celebrate 50 Years With Texas Tribute Album ‘Riding High In Texas’

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Asleep At The Wheel Celebrate 50 Years With Texas Tribute Album ‘Riding High In Texas’

Asleep at the Wheel are honoring their home state of Texas with the forthcoming Riding High in Texas, due on August 22nd via Bismeaux Records and Signature Sounds Recordings. The ten-song collection features some of the best tracks about the 28th state from songwriters like Jimmie Rogers, Guy Clark, and Charlie Daniels—with some A-list collaborations with Lyle Lovett and Billy Strings.

“It’s been fifty five years for Asleep At The Wheel as a band, and fifty of them have been spent in Texas,” says the incomparable band’s founder and fearless leader, Ray Benson. “We are known worldwide for being a Texas band and playing Texas and Western Swing music, and it gives us great pride to carry this torch and responsibility.”

Out on August 22nd via Bismeaux Records and Signature Sounds Recordings, the record dubbed Riding High In Texas is a ten-song collection of some of the best songs about the 28th state from a wide range of songwriters like Jimmie Rogers, Guy Clark, and Charlie Daniels-with some A-list collaborations with Lyle Lovett and Billy Strings, to boot. And for a band whose lineup is ever-changing-since 1970, the Wheel has had over one hundred members come through-Riding High In Texas is also an opportunity to introduce a new face in the band with fiddler and vocalist Ian Stewart joining Benson and company. Suggested to Benson by long-time Asleep At The Wheel band member, Danny Levin, Stewart fit right into the ensemble. “Danny’s word was enough for me,” says Benson. “He knows the gig as much as anyone.”

The Texas-swing group shares the first single from Riding High In Texas, “Texas In My Soul.” Written by Ernest Tubb and popularized by Willie Nelson, “Texas In My Soul” was chosen for the project because it resonated with, in Benson’s words, “How we felt in 1974 when the band moved to Texas.” Ripe with everything that makes the Wheel the Wheel, “Texas In My Soul” is full of tTwin fiddles, steel guitar licks, and a crispy, clean piano solo, all underpinning Benson’s smooth delivery of the song’s classic lyrics: “It is there I know my place is. I see only smiling faces.”

Riding High In Texas Tracklist:
Riding High In Texas
Texas In My Soul
Long Tall Texan
Texas
Texas Cookin’
Lonesome Pine Special
T for Texas (Blue Yodel #1)
All My Exes (Live in Texas)
There’s Still a Lot of Love in San Antone
Beaumont Rag

Allure of Megaways Slots

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By Mitch Rice

Megaways slots have exploded in popularity over recent years, becoming some of the most-played games in online casinos. But what exactly are Megaways slots, and what is driving players to flock to these games in ever-greater numbers? Read more below.

Megaways Game Format

The key innovation that sets Megaways slots at Rocket Play Australia apart lies in their use of an expanding reel format, patented by software provider Big Time Gaming. Whereas a typical online slot has a fixed number of symbols per reel, usually 3 to 5, Megaways slots have a variable number of symbols on each reel. This allows for an exponentially higher number of payline combinations compared to fixed-reel slots.

Specifically, Megaways slots use the following reel format:

  • Reel 1: 2 to 7 symbols
  • Reel 2: 2 to 7 symbols
  • Reel 3: 2 to 7 symbols
  • Reel 4: 2 to 7 symbols
  • Reel 5: 2 to 7 symbols
  • Reel 6: 2 to 7 symbols

This adds up to a minimum of 64 paylines (when all reels show 2 symbols) up to an astonishing 117,649 ways to win (when all reels show 7 symbols). Every spin brings a different reel layout to create unique tension and anticipation.

YearMegaways Slot LaunchesAverage Maximum Paylines
20161117,649
20172117,649
20185117,649
201917112,897
202032111,042
202152116,719
2022~50117,649
2023~50117,649
2025~50117,649

The table above tracks the rapid growth in Megaways slot game launches annually, alongside the huge payline advantage they retain over conventional slots.

Key Player Benefits Fuelling Popularity

So why has this innovative slot format struck such a chord with players worldwide? Several key factors underpin the appeal of Megaways slots:

Excitement and Suspense

The varying reels and massive number of paylines generate great anticipation with every spin. Players never know which symbols will land or how many paylines will form, keeping the experience fresh and exciting. This adds an engaging dynamism lacking in fixed payline slots.

Higher Win Potential

The sheer number of winning combinations feasible on any spin ratchets up the win potential substantially compared to conventional slots. Landing just 3 or 4 adjacent matching symbols can bring in big payouts thanks to thousands of paylines being triggered. This boosts the prospect of sizeable wins even from moderate stakes.

Adaptable Stakes

While some Megaways slots require minimum bets of $0.20 or more per spin, many implement a penny slot format with $0.01 minimum stakes. This positions them as a reasonably affordable game option for more budget-conscious players. Yet, they still offer the chance of outsized payouts due to the expanded paylines. Adaptable stakes widen their appeal across player profiles.

Enhanced Gameplay Variety

Top software houses like Big Time Gaming and Blueprint Gaming have expanded the Megaways format across diverse slot themes from sci-fi to Ancient Egypt. This underscores the versatility of Megaways as a gaming innovation that can be moulded to various game narratives. Players benefit from enjoying Megaways big-win potential in a range of imaginative new slots.

Outlook for Continued Growth

Megaways slots have carved out an increasingly prominent position in online casinos worldwide on the back of their innovations in reel mechanics and expanded ways to win. Their ability to deliver an immersive, exciting playing experience with each unique spin looks set to ensure Megaways remain a player favorite for years to come.

As developers cook up new varieties of Megaways titles spanning a multitude of themes, we can expect their popularity ascent to continue unabated. These games exemplify how fresh ideas in slots game design can still create compelling new experiences for players. Megaways show no signs of relinquishing their title as the hottest ticket in online slots any time soon.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

Roger Street Friedman Confronts Suburban Paranoia in New Video “The Land of the Leaf Blower and the Mighty SUV”

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Roger Street Friedman Confronts Suburban Paranoia in New Video “The Land of the Leaf Blower and the Mighty SUV”

Americana singer-songwriter Roger Street Friedman releases a topical new music video for his song “The Land Of The Leaf Blower And The Mighty SUV” from his recent LP Long Shadows. The video was directed by Ciro Ayala of Provoke Films, and it utilizes a surreal but grounded visual narrative to comment on the constant fear of imaginary threats that plagues our nation.

Holding up a mirror to predominately white American suburbs, Friedman comments: “We live in the safest communities in the country. Of course crime exists – I’m not pretending it doesn’t. But in places like this, it’s statistically very low. And yet, we’ve convinced ourselves we’re under constant threat. From what, exactly? From who? And what might happen if we finally stopped to answer?”

Long Shadows saw Friedman turning his eye towards past events, some close to home and others a world away, and in the tradition of the great storytellers before him, focusing on raw emotions – love, anger, dismay, fear, isolation and ultimately, hope – in ways that make his points relatable to any listener. The album was met with critical acclaim from No Depression, The Aquarian, Magnet Magazine, Glide Magazine and many more. For the record, Friedman enlisted some of his closest friends to help including drummer Justin Guip (Levon Helm Band), bassist Andy Hess (Gov’t Mule, The Black Crowes) and keyboardist Jeff Kazee (Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Bon Jovi).

Terrified of failure, Friedman put aside music for 25 years. However, a series of extremely emotional events, including the death of both his parents, getting married, and the birth of his daughter all in the span of two years, led him back to songwriting, culminating in his 2014 debut, The Waiting Sky. Since returning to music, he has released four full-length albums, garnering praise from No Depression, Goldmine, and more. His most recent release, LOVE HOPE TRUST, impressed the likes of Relix and American Songwriter, who wrote ” With LOVE HOPE TRUST, [Friedman] finds all the attributes and emotions expressed in the title, and far more.”

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