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Wednesday, Wild Pink, Ratboys, and More Contribute to Transgender Charity Compilation

The FADER has announced FADER and Friends Vol. 1, a 44-song covers compilation benefitting trans rights organizations. Wednesday, Wild Pink, Ratboys, Joanna Sternberg, Rostam, Model/Actriz, Fire-Toolz, Slow Pulp, Lala Lala, PACKS, Ducks Ltd., Madeline Kenney, Shalom, Babehoven, Miss Grit, and more have contributed to the album, which will be available for sale exclusively on Bandcamp for a month. Profits will be donated evenly between the Transgender Law Center (USA), Mermaids (UK), and the Rainbow Railroad (Canada). Check it out below.

“The rationale for the compilation is simple: to push back against a new moral panic that has overrun the western world,” a press release explains. “States across the USA are passing a wide range of legislation targeting transgender youth and adults, blocking their access to procedures and medicines that affirm gender identity, and libeling the community as a threat to the physical safety of children. Politicians in the United Kingdom are following suit, and Canada is far from immune. This poisonous rhetoric has translated into an epidemic of violence against the trans community that shows no signs of going away on its own. The war against trans people is not a metaphorical one; we need to loudly affirm which side we’re on.”

FADER and Friends Vol. 1 Cover Artwork:

FADER and Friends Vol. 1 Tracklist:

1. 8485 – A Real Hero (College cover) 04:23
2. Babehoven – Falling Apart (Slow Pulp cover) 02:46
3. Being Dead – Michael & His Slipper Tree (The Equals cover) 02:32
4. Bernice – Dreaming Of You (Selena cover) 04:36
5. blackwinterwells – An Honest Mistake (The Bravery cover) 03:44
6. Caroline Rose – Don’t You Ever (Joanna Sternberg cover) 02:48
7. DJ Sabrina The Teenage DJ – It’s No Secret (Kylie Minogue cover) 04:11
8. Dougie Poole – Joy Inside My Tears (Stevie Wonder cover) 03:54
9. Ducks Ltd. – That Way (The Go-Betweens cover) 03:29
10. Ellis – Everlong (Foo Fighters cover) 04:58
11. Ezra Furman – 12,000 Lines (Big Thief cover) 02:56
12. Filth is Eternal – Violet (Hole cover) 03:43
13. Finom – Memory Lame (Jim O’Rourke cover) 05:37
14. Fire-Toolz feat. Sling Beam – Tai Shan (Rush cover) 05:41
15. Free Range – Waterloo Sunset (The Kinks cover) 03:04
16. Georgia Anne Muldrow – The Best (Tina Turner cover) 04:34
17. Hannah Georgas – Touch (Shura cover) 03:02
18. Hedra Rowan – You Don’t Love Me When I Cry (Laura Nyro cover) 03:33
19. Helena Deland – Newcastle (Irish folk song) 05:20
20. Jane Inc. – If It Wasn’t For The Nights (ABBA cover) 05:13
21. Joanna Sternberg – Everywhere I Go I Bring The Rain (Caroline Rose cover) 03:55
22. Johan Lenox – American Teenager (Ethel Cain cover) 03:35
23. Lala Lala – I’m So Tired (Fugazi cover) 02:21
24. Lucy Liyou – We Belong Together (Mariah Carey cover) 05:23
25. Madeline Kenney – Woman, Here (Ada Lea cover) 03:03
26. Miss Grit – Off You (The Breeders cover) 05:34
27. Model/Actriz – That’s Not My Name (The Ting Tings cover) [Recorded in 2017] 03:35
28. Nana Lourdes – Hard To Say I’m Sorry (Chicago cover) 03:22
29. NNAMDÏ – Wouldn’t It Be Nice (The Beach Boys cover) 02:31
30. PACKS – Oh Me (Meat Puppets cover) 01:54
31. PENDANT – Jumbo (Underworld cover) 06:28
32. Ratboys – I Want To Hold Your Hand (The Beatles cover) 02:43
33. Rostam – Change The Locks (Lucinda Williams cover) 03:13
34. RVG – Killed By Death (Motörhead cover) 05:20
35. Scott Hardware – Shout To The Top (The Style Council cover) 03:36
36. Shalom – A Better Son/Daughter (Rilo Kiley cover) 03:33
37. Slow Pulp – Hanging By A Moment (Lifehouse cover) 03:37
38. Smut – Talk Tonight (Oasis cover) 04:17
39. Strange Weekend – I Drive A Lot (Starflyer cover) 02:50
40. thanks for coming – Untitled (Interpol cover) 03:57
41. The Scary Jokes – Livin’ in the Sunlight, Lovin’ in the Moonlight (Tiny Tim cover) 02:20
42. Wednesday – Christian Brothers (Elliott Smith cover) 05:08
43. Wild Pink – Describe (Perfume Genius cover) 03:20
44. Ydegirl – Song To The Siren (This Mortal Coil cover) 03:32

Sharon Van Etten Shares New Single ‘Close to You’

Sharon Van Etten has released ‘Close to You’, her contribution to the soundtrack of the upcoming Apple TV+ series The Buccaneers. Listen to it below.

Lucius, Gracie Abrams, and Miya Folick also appear on The Buccaneers soundtrack, which was produced by Stella Mozgawa of Warpaint. The album arrives on November 8, the same day the show, which was inspired by Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel of the same name, hits the streaming platform.

“It was a truly incredible experience working with this group of uniquely talented artists,” Mozgawa said in a statement. “Everyone brought their A-game and taught me something invaluable about the creative process. Witnessing these artists map each character’s journey through song was a joy and the album feels like a really exciting companion to the show.”

Earlier this year, Sharon Van Etten shared ‘Quiet Eyes’ as part of the soundtrack to the new A24 film Past Lives.

TORRES Shares Video for New Song ‘I got the fear’

TORRES has shared a new single, ‘I got the fear’, from her forthcoming LP What an enormous room. Mackenzie Scott co-produced the track, which follows lead single ‘Collect’, with Sarah Jaffe. Check out its Dani Okon-direted video below.

Discussing the new song, Scott said in a statement: “A collective dread has been mounting. Everyone I know is having a brawl with the universe, with themselves…wars, climate catastrophe, a pandemic, the worldwide regression on human rights, the political hellscape — it affects everybody, and I know we’re all feeling it in waves of varying degree all the time. I think it’s really important that we find a way to get our hopes back up. I’m here to try to help light the way if I can. Most days I really believe humanity will find a way. But there’s a nagging anxiety that maybe that won’t happen. One has to wonder if it’s a self-fulfilling prophecy that a species that believes it’s doomed will doom itself.”

What an enormous room, the follow-up to 2021’s Thirstier, is out January 26 on Merge.

Cloud Nothings Return With New Song ‘Final Summer’

Cloud Nothings have signed to Pure Noise Records, marking the announcement with the new single ‘Final Summer’. The track was recorded with Jeff Zeigler, mixed by Sarah Tudzin, and mastered by Jack Callahan. Check it out below.

“’Final Summer’ is about reconciling past versions of myself with the self I see when I look in the mirror every morning, always trying to learn more and using that knowledge to take the leaps of faith that are necessary to try new things and continue living and growing,” guitarist/vocalist Dylan Bald explained in a statement. “Cloud Nothings has been around for 14 years now, and we wouldn’t have been able to power through the many ups and downs of those years without taking the chorus of ‘Final Summer’ to heart: I have some thoughts, I have some dreams, but I need to be happy with what I’ve got for me.”

“We’re really glad to be working with Pure Noise,” Bald commented. “It’s exciting to be on a label with so many great punk bands, and it’s going to be inspiring to see our music standing alongside the myriad sick records that Pure Noise has released.”

Cloud Nothing’s last album was 2021’s The Shadow I Remember.

Porij Release New Song ‘You Should Know Me’

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Porij have dropped a new song, ‘You Should Know Me’. Marking their debut release on Play It Again Sam Records, the track follows a run of shows supporting Coldplay on their stadium tour. Listen to it below.

In a press release, Porij described ‘You Should Know Me’ as “the most balls to the walls tune on this record. This song sonically and lyrically is all about bravado. It explores the moments of anticipation before something could happen.”

Divorce Share New Single ‘Eat My Words’

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Nottingham band Divorce have released a new single, ‘Eat My Words’, lifted from their upcoming EP Heady Metal – out November 17 via Gravity/EMI. Check it out below.

Speaking about the track, co-vocalist/guitarist Felix Mackenzie-Barrow said in a statement: “The song scrutinises my emotional responses to situations in which I’ve been uncomfortable; and where I’ve come away from those situations with frustrations about the things left unsaid, sometimes for better, sometimes not.”

What is Behind the Success of Hyde

Vape?

Vaping is the new mainstream thing for the younger folk, especially those who love the zeal of lively parties. Amidst a large variety, only a few names prove to be worthy of attention in the industry of quality vapes.

Hyde is one such brand in the market that sets amazing standards for the right vaping devices. This vaping company has seen great success because of its genuine offerings and great prices.

Yes, you got it right: Hyde oversees one of the most successful sales due to its fantastic qualities. This article will tell you all about the awesome features of Hyde vapes that will surely justify their success in the market.

Hyde Vape And Its Distinguishing Features To Know About

In the world of vaping, Hyde vape comes as an effortless solution to quick nicotine hits but without too much hassle. Here are all the features that Hyde Vapes has to offer that are sure to have you choosing them for your next vaping requirement!

Worldwide Accessibility

Hyde caters to a major part of the world with great accessibility. No matter if you are sitting in a faraway state in the US or outside of the country itself, Hyde will ship you all the vaping gadgets that you need for a smooth experience.

Hyde’s products have not only left a mark in the US but also around the world, promoting great accessibility on the brand’s end towards you.

Easy Return Policy

If the vapes at Hyde are not to your liking, the brand takes care of even that aspect very well. If you are not satisfied with the taste, quality, or any other quality of the vapes, you can report for a hassle-free return in no time!

Hyde offers a 30-day return policy that ensures all of your money is refunded back to your account.

Affordable Pricing

Hyde is all about giving more for less. Combos and individual vapes on Hyde are available at highly affordable prices that allow anyone looking to make the change to vaping to be more in touch with quality products.

Hyde vapes are all about never having to overpay for a good vaping experience but instead getting it for a pocket-friendly amount. Those looking for high-quality vapes at good pricing are going to love Hyde’s offerings.

Authenticity Guarantee

Hyde takes care of expert quality parameters being met so you only get the most advanced and safest vaping products.

This has won this brand worldwide recognition and customer satisfaction. A strict regulation of quality in every vape helps Hyde deliver one of the world’s finest vaping offerings.

Lots Of Flavours

Like Elf Bar, Hyde also offers a diverse range of flavors for both newbies and pro vapers! Choose from their assortment of strawberry, blueberry, banana, classic tobacco, menthol, pink lemonade, strawberry ice cream, peach, ice, and other exquisite flavors to uplift your vaping experience.

Wide Array Of Offerings

Just upon visiting their website, you can see that Hyde vapes come in all different shapes, shades, designs, and variants that you can choose from. Each has the purpose of simplifying your work so your vaping session becomes seamless.

These portable solutions are a go-to if you are looking for quality and convenience combined. The most popular offerings include ICON, disposable, DUO, REBEL, Curve, Edge, N-bar, etc.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Hyde vapes are an exciting option that boasts good prices, easy returns, customer satisfaction, good accessibility, and amazing nicotine hits.

A lot of vapers prefer Hyde’s inclusive approach towards its customers, which helps them gain access to the best vapes in the market. With an impressive disposable vape collection, Hyde is on its way to taking over the market!

MGMT Announce New Album ‘Loss of Life’, Share Video for New Single

MGMT have announced their fifth studio album, Loss of Life. The follow-up to 2018’s Little Dark Age arrives February 23 via Mom+Pop. Today’s announcement comes with the release of the new single ‘Mother Nature’. Check out the Jordan Fish-directed video for it below, and scroll down for the LP’s cover artwork and tracklist.

Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser worked on Loss of Life with producer Patrick Wimberly and longtime collaborator Dave Fridmann, who has contributed to all of the band’s studio records. Spanning 10 tracks, the album features a collaboration with Christine and the Queens, marking the first-ever official feature on an MGMT album. Daniel Lopatin (Oneohtrix Point Never), Brian Burton (Danger Mouse), and James Richardson provided additional production on the track.

According to the band, ‘Mother Nature’ “outlines the archetypical MGMT mythology of one hero attempting to get the other hero to come on the journey that they ‘must’ go on. One part sounds like Oasis.”

Speaking about the record, the duo said: “All joking aside (never!), we are very proud of this album and the fact that it was a relatively painless birth after a lengthy gestation period, and are happy to be releasing this baby into the world with Mom+Pop. Musically speaking, we are running at around 20% adult contemporary and no more than this, please.”

Loss of Life Cover Artwork:

Loss of Life Tracklist:

1. Loss Of Life (part 2)
2. Mother Nature
3. Dancing In Babylon [feat. Christine and the Queens]
4. People In The Streets
5. Bubblegum Dog
6. Nothing To Declare
7. Nothing Changes
8. Phradie’s Song
9. I Wish I Was Joking
10. Loss Of Life

Guided Selling Best Practices and Tips

Unlocking the Power of Guided Selling in Modern Commerce

In the rapidly evolving world of commerce, how you sell can be just as crucial as what you sell. As customer tastes and preferences shift toward personalized engagements, guided selling has emerged as a key differentiator for businesses seeking to maintain a competitive edge. Keep reading for an in-depth look at guided selling best practices and how to integrate it into your sales strategy.

Understanding Guided Selling in Today’s Market

Alt text: A sales manager reviewing the success of his guided selling strategy.

To contextualize the importance of guided selling, it may be helpful to first understand exactly what it is. At its core, guided selling is a consultative approach to sales that seeks to help customers make decisions with confidence. This customer-centric approach allows businesses to build deep and long-lasting relationships with their customers.

Guided selling is not solely about selling a product or service—it’s about presenting shoppers with the right information at the right time. It’s an effective method of driving conversion by simplifying complex purchasing decisions and reducing purchase anxiety among customers.

The aim of guided selling is not to push a product or a pitch but to guide the customer through their decision-making process. It’s about establishing trust, understanding the customer’s needs, and recommending solutions that best address those needs.

As such, guided selling is becoming increasingly significant in today’s digital shopping landscape where consumers are often overwhelmed by copious options and decisions. Incorporating this approach into your strategy can enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty, promoting repeated business.

Best Practices for Implementing Guided Selling

The key to implementing guided selling successfully lies in understanding your customer’s unique journey. Take time to study your customer’s patterns and purchasing behaviors. Craft your selling process to align with this journey, ensuring your guidance is relevant and timely.

Training is crucial. Ensure your sales team is well equipped with the necessary product knowledge and communication skills to effectively guide customers. Your team should be able to understand and empathize with the customer’s state of mind during the decision-making process.

Transparency is another crucial fact. Your sales team should focus on providing the customer with all the necessary information they need to make an informed decision. Avoid any pressure tactics, as they can be counterproductive and harm your relationship with the customer.

Additionally, leverage the power of technology to provide more personal and relevant buying experiences. Solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI) can provide personalized product recommendations based on customer behavior and preferences. This connects to our next topic, the role of technology.

The Role of Technology in Guided Selling

Alt text: Digital art depicting 3D letters spelling "AI" covered by swirling lines against a background filled with geometric shapes.

Technology plays a pivotal role in the successful deployment of guided selling strategies. AI and machine learning can prove instrumental in analyzing a customer’s buying behavior, enabling the sales team to tailor the selling process accordingly.

Furthermore, AI can assist in segmenting customers based on their purchasing habits, interests, and buying stages. This segmentation can be a helpful tool in designing personalized buying experiences that resonate well with customers.

Digital touchpoints such as interactive product finders, recommender systems, and chatbots enhance the guided selling experience by providing customers with instant and personalized advice. Such tools help reduce the cognitive load for customers and ensure they can find the right product quickly and conveniently.

Implementing technology in your guided selling strategy, while maintaining a human touch, can go a long way in providing an all-around satisfactory customer experience. With guided selling, your business can achieve sales growth and customer loyalty.

Altogether, guided selling is a potent tool fit for modern businesses seeking to create profound, personalized shopping experiences. By combining insight, empathy, and the right technology, businesses can harness the power of guided selling to enhance relationships with customers and drive unprecedented sales growth.

This Week’s Best New Songs: serpentwithfeet, Chelsea Wolfe, Grandaddy, and More

Throughout the week, we update our Best New Songs playlist with the new releases that caught our attention the most, be it a single leading up to the release of an album or a newly unveiled deep cut. And each Monday, we round up the best new songs released over the past week (the eligibility period begins on Monday and ends Sunday night) in this best new music segment.

On this week’s list, we have Taylor Swift’s soaring ‘Say Don’t Go’, the best vault track on 1989 (Taylor’s Version); serpentwithfeet’s ‘Damn Gloves,’ a sultry, throbbing dance track that features Ty Dolla $ign and South African vocalist Yanga YaYa; ‘Watercooler’, the delicate, ethereal lead single off Grandaddy’s first album in 6 six years; Yard Act’s dancey, tongue-in-cheek new single ‘Dream Job; Chelsea Wolfe’s sludgy, ominous ‘Whispers in the Echo Chamber’, the second preview of her forthcoming album; and ‘Forgot to Grow’, a captivating new single from London’s High Vis.

Best New Songs: October 30, 2023

Taylor Swift, ‘Say Don’t Go’

serpentwithfeet feat. Ty Dolla $ign & Yanga YaYa, ‘Damn Gloves’

Song of the Week: Grandaddy, ‘Watercooler’

Yard Act, ‘Dream Job’

Chelsea Wolfe, ‘Whispers in the Echo Chamber’

High Vis, ‘Forgot to Grow’