Rip Gerber Announces Release of “This Ranch Is My Church” Honoring Eric Church

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Following the success of his debut single, “Three-Chord Town” (released January 15, 2025), country-rock artist Rip Gerber is releasing a second single, “This Ranch Is My Church.” Set to drop on February 26 along with an official music video, “This Ranch Is My Church” was written as “a gratitude note to country music legend Eric Church, thanking the star for his hospitality,” shares Gerber. Featuring choral vocals by Golden Gate Men’s Chorus, “This Ranch Is My Church” is the latest glimpse into Gerber’s deeply personal concept album that explores loss during the COVID-19 pandemic: “Three-Chord Town” is set to release on May 23, 2025.

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Klowniac takes us for a ride with new song "Ferris Wheel"

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During the doom and gloom of the chill winter seasons we're all pining for the simple joys of a night in the town with our friends. Nothing beats the wind in your hair the scents of delicious carnival confections and the dazzling lights of the ferris wheel. Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and Klown themed artist Klowniac has created a song that transforms our surroundings and takes us back to when the times were great and vibes were greater. 

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Celebrating the Legacy of Radio: From Orson Welles’ 1938 Mercury Theatre Classic to Jeff Wayne’s Immersive Experience of The War of the Worlds

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Having just celebrated World Radio Day, there’s no better time to reflect on one of the most legendary broadcasts in history—Orson Welles’ iconic 1938 radio adaptation of H.G. Wells’ The War of The Worlds. This groundbreaking moment in radio blurred the lines between fiction and reality, captivating and shocking audiences who believed they were experiencing an actual Martian invasion.

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Sargent Tucker Releases New Single, “The Presence of You,” Bringing Real R&B Back to Center Stage

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Sargent Tucker (ST), the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and chart-topping R&B artist, has just released his latest single, “The Presence of You.” Produced under the guidance of Grammy-nominated Levi Seacer, former music director for Prince, the track is a heartfelt ode to the emotional magic of love and connection.

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HNA® Music Announces Groundbreaking Album Release: "No Song Hold On" to Redefine Rap and R&B

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HNA®Music (BMI) has unveiled an exciting new chapter in independent music with the announcement of their latest album, No Song Hold On, slated for release on January 20, 2025. The album, spearheaded by the artist collective PDS™, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of the label and its unique genre innovation, Rap Ballard.

HNA ® Music (HNA®) was founded by PDS Entertainment LLC (closed) and is now a division of PDS ENT LLC has long been a champion for independent artists. The journey began a decade ago with the popular Hottest New Artist® (HNA) Contest and radio show, broadcast out of WHAP in Hopewell, Virginia and later international, web... Despite early challenges in breaking through mainstream airwaves, the label persisted, discovering and nurturing exceptional talents.

In 2019, HNA® found a breakthrough with artist Mila Franc, whose track "DJ" unexpectedly went viral in late 2022, amassing over 7 million streams. This viral success signaled a new dawn for HNA Music, prompting its revival with a focus on both past gems transformed and new creations.

The upcoming album, No Song Hold On, showcases 22 tracks that break free from traditional rap and R&B conventions. The standout style, coined Rap Ballard, is a fusion of slow romantic or sentimental melodies enriched with sick beats, rhythmic speech, and classical elements. Paul Spencer, President of HNA Music and producer of the album, describes it as “a groundbreaking blend that challenges the boundaries of modern music.”

PDS™, the newly formed artist collective, is at the heart of the project. This talented group includes Jackson, Mila Franc, Deborah Ware, Janae, Famousz, Julia, Milly, Man, Faith Gatewood, G-Quinn, and others. To elaborate on these particular talents, who are the first contestants of HNA®, by which 1000s of listeners worldwide selected them as Hottest New Artist(s) except Julia, new to HNA® and a woman of her time exceptionally young and beautiful singing brings us No Song Hold On album’s title track speaks to old-school rules.

By consolidating the promotional efforts and uniting under one banner, the collective aims to amplify the impact of their work in an increasingly competitive industry.

The lead single, Money Dance (Got Money) by PDS™ featuring Jackson, is already generating buzz, with a vibrant promo video available on YouTube. Other tracks will be rolled out in the lead-up to the album release, building anticipation for what promises to be a game-changing collection.

The revival of HNA® reflects the opportunities streaming platforms provide for independent labels and artists. With No Song Hold On, HNA® is poised to redefine the listening experience, bridging the gap between innovation and tradition.

For more information on No Song Hold On and updates from HNA®, visit nosongholdon.com or check out the teaser video herePDS-Money Dance (Got Money) (ft. Jackson) (Teaser Video)

Paul Adams and Elizabeth Geyer release their new album, “A Journey of Dreams.”

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Living thousands of miles apart, United States based, award-winning multi-instrumentalist, Paul Adams, and Australia based, award-winning pianist, flugel horn instrumentalist and vocalist, Elizabeth Geyer, have been creating music together from opposite ends of the globe since their debut collaboration, “Imaginings.” Across the oceans and continents, something definitely worked synergistically and continues to work. Their album won the award, “Contemporary Instrumental Album of the Year” at the Zone Music Reporter Awards in 2015.

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The Silvers’ "Paper Street" Grammy Ballot Consideration for Best Rock Album

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Independent rock trio The Silvers have achieved a major milestone with their album Paper Street, which has been balloted to be considered for a nomination as "Best Rock Album" at the 67th Grammy Awards with the help of Oliver Sean and WOA FM 99 in the UK. Released on August 1, 2024, through Revlis Records, Paper Street is an 11-track collection that showcases the band’s signature blend of energetic guitar riffs, emotive lyrics, and vibrant melodies. The lineup—Dain Bedford-Pugh, Carl Upthegrove, and Mick Orton—crafts a sonic journey that has resonated deeply with critics and fans alike.

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Composer Jeff Wayne Reveals Halloween Connection to The War of The Worlds: 86 Years Since Orson Welles’ Iconic Broadcast

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Today, on Halloween, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the thrill of a Martian invasion at Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience in London. This year, Halloween coincides with the 86th anniversary of Orson Welles’ legendary 1938 Halloween Eve radio broadcast, which brought H.G. Wells’ The War of the Worlds to life in terrifying detail, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

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WRENNI tells haters how she really feels in her new album "How to Hate Me"

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WRENNI’s latest album, “How to Hate Me,” is a powerful exploration of resilience and self-empowerment. As an Indigenous queer artist, WRENNI draws from a well of personal experiences marked by generational trauma, discrimination, and significant adversity. Her journey has not been easy—strained relationships, the dismantling of her nonprofit organization, and her ex-husband’s stroke have all contributed to a challenging narrative.

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