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Kevin Morby Shares Video for New Song ‘A Random Act of Kindness’

‘A Random Act of Kindness’ is the latest offering from Kevin Morby’s upcoming album, This Is a Photograph, following ‘Rock Bottom’ and the title track. The single comes with an accompanying video directed by Christopher Good. Watch and listen below.

“In ‘A Random Act Of Kindness’ I set out to write a song where each line could be interpreted in two completely different ways,” Morby explained in a statement. “For example; when I sing the words ‘out of trust…’ it could be heard as either I have lost my sense of trust in something or that I am committing an act with trust as my motive. It’s a song about the menacing nature of the sun rising during a dark time in one’s life only to further illuminate their pain and suffering – and how during these periods it is often the selfless acts of strangers that keeps a person going.”

He continued: “Sonically I am so proud and surprised by where we ended up with this one. Producer Sam Cohen and I had set out to make a sort of windows-down-mid-tempo-cruiser and somehow, with weeks of exploration, made a sonic rocket ship that shoots you out into outer space over the course of 4 minutes.”

This Is a Photograph is set for release on May 13 via Dead Oceans.

Iceage Release New Song ‘All the Junk on the Outskirts’

Iceage have released a new song, ‘All the Junk on the Outskirts’, which was recorded during the sessions behind their 2018 LP Beyondless. The band revisited the song in 2021 and finished updating it this year. Give it a listen below.

“I consider this one of the better cuts off the Beyondless sessions, but it ended up being a misfit that wouldn’t quite fit in with the other songs as we put together the tracklisting. Like a piece belonging to a different puzzle,” vocalist Elias Bender Rønnenfelt said in a statement. “Much like it wasn’t welcome with the others on Beyondless, it’s an anthem for those on the outside looking in.”

Today, Iceage have also announced a co-headlining fall tour with Earth; find the full list of dates below. Their most recent album was last year’s Seek Shelter.

Iceage 2022 Tour Dates:

Thu May 5 – Bordeaux, FR – Sideral Psych Fest
Wed May 18 – Asbury Park, NJ – House of Independents ^
Thu May 19 – Buffalo, NY – Rec Room ^
Fri May 20 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace ^
Sat May 21 – Ottawa, ON – Club SAW ^
Sun May 22 – Montreal, QC – Ausgang ^
Tue May 24 – Burlington, VT – Higher Ground – Showcase Lounge ^
Wed May 25 – Portland, ME – Space ^
Thu May 26 – Portsmouth, NH – The Press Room ^
Fri May 27 – North Adams, MA – Solid Sound Festival
Sat May 28 – Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop
Sun May 29 – Chicago, IL – The Empty Bottle
Mon May 30 – Milwaukee, WI – Cactus Club
Fri Jun 3 – Saint-Brieuc, FR – Art’Rock Festival
Sun Jun 5 – Barcelona, ES – Sala Apolo Primavera Festival
Fri Jun 10 – Hilvarenbeek, NL – Best Kept Secret Festival
Sat Jun 11 – Napoli, IT – Festina Iente
Thu Jun 16 – Helsinki, FI – Sideways Festival
Fri Jul 1 – Gdynia, PL – Open’er Festival
Sat Jul 2 – Roskilde, DK – Roskilde Festival
Sat Jul 16 – Chicago, IL – Pitchfork Music Festival
Fri Jul 29 – Prague, CR – Fluff Festival
Fri Aug 5 – Svindinge, DK – To Øl Festival
Mon Aug 15 – Budapest, HU – Sziget Festival
Fri Sep 9 – Siena, IT – Live Rock Festival
Wed Sep 21 – Brooklyn, NY – The Brooklyn Monarch *
Thu Sep 22 – Jersey City, NJ – White Eagle Hall *
Fri Sep 23 – Washington, DC – Black Cat *
Sat Sep 24 – Pittsburgh, PA – Spirit Hall *
Sun Sep 25 – Columbus, OH – Skully’s Music Diner *
Mon Sep 26 – Detroit, MI – El Club *
Thu Sep 29 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line *
Fri Sep 30 – Omaha, NE – Slowdown *
Sat Oct 1 – Lawrence, KS – Record Bar *
Mon Oct 3 – Denver, CO – Marquis Theatre *
Tue Oct 4 – Boulder, CO – Fox Theatre *
Wed Oct 5 – Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad *
Thu Oct 6 – Tucson, AZ – Club Congress *
Sun Oct 9 – Los Angeles, CA – The Regent Theater *
Mon Oct 10 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst Atrium *
Tue Oct 11 – San Francisco, CA – Great American Music Hall *
Thu Oct 13 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater *
Fri Oct 14 – Tacoma, WA – Alma Mater *
Sat Oct 15 – Seattle, WA – Substation *

^ = with Wiki
* = co-headline dates with Earth

Watch Fontaines D.C. Perform ‘Nabokov’ on ‘Seth Meyers’

Fontaines D.C. rolled through Late Night With Seth Meyers last night (April 27) to perform ‘Nabokov’, a track from their new album Skinty Fia. Watch it below.

Skinty Fia, the band’s third LP, arrived last Friday. They’re currently on a North American tour in support of the album, which will keep them on the road till the middle of May. They’ll then embark on an extensive run of dates in the UK and Europe.

6 Tips on Mastering Online Slots – How to Play Like a Pro

Online casinos have never been more popular. Their popularity has drastically increased since it became a buzzword in the XXth century. Nowadays, there is a variety of games that can be played in online casinos, and players worldwide can choose one of the thousands of games, ranging from poker and roulette to different slot machines. This means that casinos have something for practically everyone. However, choosing the right game or slot machine is not such an easy task. This can either make or break your game, and it’s a choice that stands between you winning and losing. But one question remains, regardless of the level of experience you have in playing online slots – how to master these games and how to play like a pro? Take a look at these six tips that will help you boost your game significantly.

Tip #1: Choose a less complicated game

Slot machines range from easy to very complicated ones. The developers have added so much content that sometimes it takes time to master a particular game. In the same manner, there are those games that are pretty simple, and contrary to popular belief, these are the games that you should always go for in case you want to learn how to win at slot machines and win significant sums of money. It’s always easier to master a not-so-complicated game as players like to have fun rather than concentrate on complex storylines. 

Tip #2: Stick with a game and practice it

Practice always makes perfect. The best way to master anything, not only slot machines, is by training and spending more time doing it. This being said, if you really want to master a game and learn how to play it like a pro, then always go for this game, at least a couple of spins. Spending time on learning to play more games means that you will be the “jack of all trades but master of none”, which is not something you want. 

Tip #3: Browse around until you find the perfect game for you

Yes, it would help if you always went with less complicated games, but it’s also essential to find a game that fits you and you enjoy playing. One of the biggest mistakes a player can make is sitting down at the first slot machine they see. You should take your time to walk around the floor and take a look at every available slot machine. Choose the one you are instantly drawn to. Choosing a slot featuring the art you like matters a lot and will motivate you more. You should also know that the design and art of a slot machine tell a lot about the game itself, which you can use before deciding on a slot. For example, slot machines with cartoonish characters have very entertaining bonuses that you might enjoy.

Tip #4: Make use of the free entry bonuses

Another tip you should have in mind is playing at online casinos that offer free entry bonuses. In case you want to try many different games to find the one you really enjoy playing, make sure to do that in casinos that allow you to try out free games. Free entry bonuses and free spins will make you practice that particular game more, and this step will help you understand what’s in store for you and what you can expect from a particular game when you start investing your money. On top of that, playing free games and using bonuses is incredibly fun and will help you catch secret quirks and tips. 

Tip #5: Use YouTube to check tutorials

YouTube is a great platform you can use to master a particular skill. Similarly, you can use this platform to master a particular game and learn how to play like a pro. It doesn’t matter what game you end up liking the most; you will find popular slot tutorials for 99% of the games that exist. Some tutorials are created by the developers, while others are filmed by avid gamers who enjoy the game as much as you do. Feel free to search these up and get a head start. 

Tip #6: Have control and patience

The most important (and for some, the most difficult) skill is learning how to use self-control and how to have patience. Yes, we all want fast results, fast money and skills to come quickly. This is why this is of the utmost importance – time makes everything perfect, and this is something every player should know how to apply when playing online slots. Apart from that, have control over your finances, which can be very tricky. Online slot games are very engaging and thus addictive, so it’s always good to set yourself a certain budget that you will stick to. Not only will this make you control your finances in a better way, but it will also teach you the patience that you need for the game. Strict players rarely lose a lot of money. It’s the overly excited and impatient ones that lose all the time and never actually get the chance to master a particular game.

Online slot machines are games of luck, but that doesn’t mean that you cannot master them and learn to play them like professionals. Follow these tips, always know what you’re playing and never play when you’re not comfortable or when you’re angry. 

Katy J Pearson Releases New Song ‘Game of Cards’

Katy J Pearson has shared a new song, ‘Game of Cards’, lifted from her upcoming album Sound of the Morning. Check it out below.

Speaking about the track, which follows lead single ‘Talk Over Town’, Pearson explained:

‘Game of Cards’ dates back two years ago, initially written with my friend Ben Hambro (who was the lead singer of Lazarus Kane). We hung out a lot together as I’d sing in his band, and he used to be part of the KJP ensemble. I forgot about the song for a while, then rediscovered it and sent to Heavenly who liked the chorus but the verse wasn’t quite working. I wanted to give it a chance so took it with me to the Dan Carey sessions where we assembled fresh verses – he really helped me work out where the song should go. ‘Game of Cards’ is about finding someone you click with on a romantic level and how it really is a game of cards in that you don’t know what hand you’ll be dealt. It’s about the vulnerability of a blossoming relationship and not knowing where it’s headed.

Sound of the Morning will be released on July 8 via Heavenly Recordings.

Body Type Share Video for New Song ‘The Charm’

Australian band Body Type have previewed their forthcoming debut album Everything Is Dangerous, But Nothing’s Surprising with a new single called ‘The Charm’. The track, which follows previous cuts ‘Sex & Rage’ and ‘Buoyancy’, comes with an accompanying video directed by Madeleine Purdy. Check it out below.

“This track is about how women are held to higher standards than men in the music biz,” the band said in a statement. “It’s harder for us to get away with being a bit shit or making mistakes. Some guy once told us the ‘charm’ was gonna wear off if we didn’t get better at our instruments, that we had to do our 10,000 hours before we were worthy of the hype. This is our response.”

Everything Is Dangerous, But Nothing’s Surprising is out May 20 via Poison City.

Krush Puppies Unveil New Single ‘Throw Me on the Fire’

Krush Puppies have shared a new single, ‘Throw Me on the Fire’, taken from their upcoming debut EP Love Kills The Demons – out May 6 via Holm Front Records. The song follows the previously released single ‘Why’ and the title track. Give it a listen below.

“The song kind of acts as a confessional booth, it asks you to confide your darkest secrets within it, but questions the cost,” vocalist and guitarist Jenny Wells said of ‘Throw Me on the Fire’ in a statement. “The chant at the end urges you to face your demons instead of putting them onto someone else’s shoulders.”

Watch the B-52s Perform ‘Love Shack’ on ‘Kimmel’

The B-52s appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night (April 27) to perform their song ‘Love Shack’. Watch it below.

Earlier this week, the B-52s announced a farewell North American tour, which kicks off in Seattle on August 22 and will keep them on the road through November. The band’s last album, Funplex, came out in 2008.

Watch Japanese Breakfast Perform ‘Be Sweet’ on ‘Kelly Clarkson’

Japanese Breakfast stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show for a performance of Jubilee‘s lead single ‘Be Sweet’. Michelle Zauner also sat down with Clarkson to talk about the Grammys and her memoir, Crying in H Mart. Check it out below.

Japanese Breakfast recently released a new version of ‘Be Sweet’ along with a cover of Bon Iver’s ‘Skinny Love’. The recordings were part of the Spotify Singles series celebrating the Grammy nominees for Best New Artist.

Post Malone Details New Album ‘twelve carat toothache’

Post Malone has revealed the release date for his new album twelve carat toothache. The follow-up to 2019’s Hollywood’s Bleeding drops on June 3. Spanning 14 tracks and clocking in at 45 minutes, the record will include his collaboration with the Weeknd, ‘One Right Now’, according to a Billboard profile. The new songs will “speak more to how [he’s] feeling at the moment: the ups and downs and the disarray and the bipolar aspect of being an artist in the mainstream,” he told the publication.

twelve carat toothache is primarily produced by Brian Lee, Louis Bell, and Malone. Posty recently teased new tracks on Instagram Live, including collaborations with Fleet Foxes’ Robin Pecknold, the Kid LAROI, Doja Cat, and Roddy Ricch.