Author: Josh McCann

Cold War Kids mix indie rock, soul, and dance with new self-titled LP

Image via Facebook: Cold War Kids by Josh McCann On the Cold War Kids 10th LP, the band keeps it strong with driving indie rock songs and dance jams. The Cold War Kids have always had a special knack for being consistent. Every album garners at least a couple great singles that reach number one on Alt Nation (Sirius XM) and end up making the … Continue reading Cold War Kids mix indie rock, soul, and dance with new self-titled LP

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Boygenius: Their incredible 2023

image via Facebook: Boygenius By Josh McCann It’s safe to say that Boygenius had an amazing year! The trio recently received six Grammy noms, including album of the year. “The Record” has been out since March but it feels like it’s still gaining momentum. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or new to the music, here’s six of the biggest moments from their huge year! Rolling … Continue reading Boygenius: Their incredible 2023

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Dua Lipa is back with new single, “Houdini”!

Fresh off the success of her Barbie single, “Dance the night,” the global superstar is back with an awesome new song! “Houdini” is the first listen off of what looks to be a new record in 2024! She’s going to keep us levitating–she even has dark red hair now! After one listen you’ll want to play it again. The steady beats are very Dua-esque, with … Continue reading Dua Lipa is back with new single, “Houdini”!

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Gaslight Anthem begin a great new chapter with “History Books”

By Josh McCann When I first heard the Gaslight Anthem’s new single “Positive Charge ” back in April—I realized how much I’d missed this band. Has it really been 9 years since they released an album?! Their new record “History Books” is a fantastic return, marking a great new chapter for the New Jersey rock band. There’s hard rockers, awesome lyrics, quiet moments, and surprises. … Continue reading Gaslight Anthem begin a great new chapter with “History Books”

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Rolling Stones make a classic with ‘Hackney Diamonds’

By Josh McCann Sometimes an album announcement has me counting down the days until it’s released. This was the case for ‘Hackney Diamonds,’ the new album by one of my favorite bands ever, The Rolling Stones! The craziness started last month, when the band released their incredible new single “Angry.” The video features Sydney Sweeney in the back of a car while it drives through … Continue reading Rolling Stones make a classic with ‘Hackney Diamonds’

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Durry turns up the nostalgia on impressive indie rock debut

By Josh McCann The opening of “Suburban Legend,” the great new indie rock album from brother-sister duo Durry, features the classic dial up internet tone. Remember that?! Nostalgia plays a role throughout the record. And what a blistering rock record it is—crank it up! Every once in a while you discover a band that you know you’ll be playing for a while. This was that … Continue reading Durry turns up the nostalgia on impressive indie rock debut

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

The Beaches make a statement with brilliant new rock LP, “Blame My Ex”

By Josh McCann Th Beaches are making waves in the alt music world. All thanks to their fiery (and extremely catchy) rock single “Blame Brett.” The Toronto based all female-fronted band formed in 2010, releasing their first album in 2017. “Blame Brett” is currently number one on the Sirius XM Alt Nation countdown! Their time is now! The success of their lead single is perfect … Continue reading The Beaches make a statement with brilliant new rock LP, “Blame My Ex”

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Olivia Rodrigo’s Gutsy New Rock Record

On the singers sophomore album, she goes all out with crushing rock songs and powerful piano ballads. By Josh McCann You have to have guts to release this kind of record. Instead of going the pop route, the drivers license star keeps steering ahead, giving us a full fledged rock album! Olivia Rodrigo could have made a cool pop record, one that is safe and … Continue reading Olivia Rodrigo’s Gutsy New Rock Record

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Taylor Swift Gives Pittsburgh Her Best ERA

Josh McCann It was a night of amazing ERAs at Acrisure Stadium. On a picturesque Saturday night in Pittsburgh, Taylor Swift showed us why she’s the biggest and best pop star on the planet. And the crazy part? She. Keeps. Getting. Better. This was the second night in a row she played the stadium. Where do I begin?! Even now, sitting here hours after the … Continue reading Taylor Swift Gives Pittsburgh Her Best ERA

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment

Taylor Swift (ft. Ice Spice) “Karma” Music Video!

The music video for “Karma” has so many cool things going on. First off, really great to see a video for my personal fav off of Midnights! The first time I listened to Midnights (yes it was on CD) this song stuck out and had something special about it. Having this for a summer single was a perfect choice–especially with the Eras tour really heating … Continue reading Taylor Swift (ft. Ice Spice) “Karma” Music Video!

Unknown's avatarJosh McCannLeave a comment