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Brennan Wedl Unveils New Single ‘Heartland’

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Brennan Wedl Unveils New Single ‘Heartland’

Nashville singer-songwriter Brennan Wedl has released a new single, ‘Heartland’. Check out the lo-fi video for the track, directed by Blaire Beamer, below.

According to Wedl, ‘Heartland’ explores “a long-winded divorce from the perspective of an adult child in Middle America.” She explained, “This visceral narrative of a dysfunctional family is inspired by the barebones storytelling heard in ‘My Father’s House’ by Bruce Springsteen. The blunt and emotional delivery is relatable to just about anyone who grew up in a family unit.”

Wedl added, “The ‘Heartland’ video is a testament to the friend we can find in the inner child. Nurturing this reminds us that play is essential in our personal growth no matter how old we are.”

Tyler, the Creator Teases ‘CHROMAKOPIA’, Shares New Video ‘ST. CHROMA’

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Tyler, the Creator Teases ‘CHROMAKOPIA’, Shares New Video ‘ST. CHROMA’

Tyler, the Creator has released a new video titled ‘St. Chroma’, which appears to be teasing something called CHROMAKOPIA. Watch it below.

This is the first taste of new music from Tyler, the Creator since he released, in March 2023, the expanded edition of his 2021 album CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST. Last month, he joined Maxo Kream on the single ‘Cracc Era’.

Former One Direction Member Liam Payne Dead at 31

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Former One Direction Member Liam Payne Dead at 31

Former One Direction member Liam Payne has died after falling off a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, TMZ reports. Payne was 31 years old.

Hailing from Wolverhampton, West Midlands in England, Payne first got involved with entertainment as a member of the Pink Productions Theatre Company at the age of 12. He first auditioned for The X Factor in 2008, and, despite moving past the first round with a performance of Frank Sinatra’s ‘Fly Me to the Moon’, was subsequently cut at the Boot Camp stage. Judge Simon Cowell advised him to “come back in two years,” and after auditioning again in 2010, Payne was put into a group with four other boys – Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik – that would become One Direction, one of the best-selling boy bands in music history.

After signing with Cowell’s Syco imprint in 2010, One Direction became a global sensation and released their first studio album, Up All Night, the following November. Their subsequent albums Take Me Home (2012), Midnight Memories (2013), and Four (2014) all debuted atop the Billboard 200, making them the only group to have their first four albums end up at number one. Made in the A.M., the group’s last album before going on an indefinite hiatus, came out in 2015.

Payne began working as a producer under the monikers Big Payno or Payno, co-writing and remixing several tracks including Cheryl Cole’s ‘I Don’t Care’. In 2016, he signed with Republic Records and released his first solo album, LP1, in 2019. The record featured collaborations with Quavo, Rita Ora, J Balvin, French Montana, and Zedd. At the time of his death, Payne was reportedly working on his second studio album, and he released a single called ‘Teardrops’ in March.

Payne is survived by his son, Bear Grey Payne, who was born in 2017.

What to consider when choosing a new online casino

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What to consider when choosing a new online casino

There are online casinos being developed on a regular basis and the scope is unlimited. But how do you know which one to pick? If you’re a long-time player or a beginner to online gambling, then the right casino can make a world of difference.

The market abounds with glittery pages and tempting bonuses, but more than design and bonuses go into it. Let’s review what we should consider while choosing a new casino on the web.

Top new UK casinos for 2024

First and foremost, let’s go over some of the highest-rated new online casinos in the UK in case you just want to find a good casino and get started:

  1. Mega Riches
  2. Luna Casino
  3. Gladiator Bet
  4. Hotwins
  5. Lottomart
  6. LuckyVegas
  7. Slots n’Play
  8. Amazon Slots
  9. talkSPORT BET
  10. Atlantic Spins
  11. Neptune Play
  12. Bally UK
  13. BetMGM
  14. PUB Casino
  15. Planet Sport Bet Casino

How I rated the best new online casinos in the UK

To kick things off I always check the licence. A trustworthy casino website should be registered and monitored by a recognized body, such as the UK Gambling Commission. This ensures that the casino is legal and ethical. No matter how cool the website is or how amazing the bonus, if it’s not licensed, it’s not legal.

Next, I evaluate the casino’s games. Just as you’d analyse the PS5 game release schedule to see if there were plenty of games you’d like to play before buying a PS5, the same holds true for casinos. You need to see a range of options, especially if you’re one of those people who likes to experiment. My favourites are slots, table games such as blackjack and roulette and live dealer casino games. There’s also the quality of the games to consider. Are they from trusted software providers like NetEnt, Microgaming and Play’n GO? Proper software can make or break the gaming experience.

Another thing to look at is the available payment options. I like casino sites with lots of options for safe and reliable sites. Shortly after joining, you may want to cash out using an e-wallet like PayPal or Neteller or even through debit cards. I also check the casino to see if they have withdrawal limits, as some casinos restrict the size and frequency of withdrawals.

Bonuses are the last thing to consider. Yes, welcome bonuses are nice, but they can also come with baggage. Is the wagering requirement reasonable? Would you really be able to withdraw any winnings? Getting hooked by big bonus numbers can be a natural instinct, but if the terms and conditions make the winnings impossible to collect, don’t do it.

How to select a new online casino

Now that you have a better idea of how my process works, let’s see how you might pick out the perfect new online casino for yourself. The first thing to consider is whether you like slots or prefer to play a table game, such as poker or blackjack? Online casinos serve many different clients, so you want a casino that offers the games you like.

If you have found a casino that offers a decent range of games, take a look at the bonuses and specials. Some of the new casinos also give you some cashback for signing up, but don’t max out your bet. Look at the wagering conditions. You might think that you will be able to collect your winnings if a casino is making you play your bonus 50 times to withdraw the money, but you may find this a difficult feat. Don’t expect to find places with super-low playthrough though.

You should also consider security. When you are registering, make sure the casino is using the right encryption software to keep your information and funds safe. In the browser window, you’ll notice a lock icon to notify you that the site is safe. Be sure to pick a casino that offers responsible gambling solutions like deposit limits and self-exclusion features.

As for payouts, review the deposit and withdrawal options thoroughly. PayPal and Skrill are instant and fast, but if you prefer to make a deposit with a debit card or wire transfer, make sure the casino has that too. Finally, consider the customer service. They are the back-up. Choose a casino with 24/7 support and multiple options of communication, preferably including live chat, email and phone.

Remember to gamble responsibly

No matter which online casino you choose or what bonuses there are, you should never play irresponsibly. Gambling is not intended to be an income-generating activity or the panacea for financial troubles. Establish time and cash limits and stick to them. It is far too easy to be pulled into the world of gambling, so we must also be able to retreat when necessary.

Most online casinos offer ways to enforce responsible gambling, including deposit limits, reality checks and self-exclusion systems. If you have ever felt you’re running amok or are spending too much, don’t be afraid to use these tools. Most casinos will also refer you to a Gambling Addiction Counselling program through GamCare or GambleAware, so be sure to get in touch with them if you need help.

Conclusion

It can be a little overwhelming to choose an online casino from so many options, but with the right planning it can be made much easier. Just make sure the casino is legal, safe, has good games, fair bonuses and offers suitable deposit methods. Most importantly, be a responsible gambler. Online casino gambling should be played with fun in mind, so play within your comfort zone.

Taking all this advice into account, combined with keeping your own needs in mind, you should be able to find an online casino that will offer you the most playable games available and a fun and safe gaming experience.

Album Review: Japandroids, ‘Fate & Alcohol’

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Album Review: Japandroids, ‘Fate & Alcohol’

There’s plenty to explain going into Fate & Alcohol, which might be the last thing you’d expect someone to say about a Japandroids record. Then again, none of that context is particularly necessary to grasp its impact as the last Japandroids record: they’re still a band – one wishes the sentence could end right there – that’s always headed for the rush over anything else in their music, even as singer-guitarist Brian King’s songwriting became more narrative-driven over the years. You still don’t need much more than to hit play – or hear the songs live, though that’s no longer in the books – to get the thrill. As far as themes go, the new album’s title provides a decent summation. So what if it’s been seven years since the duo’s last album, and many fans had already assumed it was over? “Tune in tomorrow, tune out tonight,” King advises on ‘Fugitive Summer’. Fate & Alcohol is here for both.

But as final records go, it feels neither like a truly back-to-basics nor a proper farewell. It’s not a triumphant send-off, and it’s not a record that sounds like it’s reaching for that title. The bulk of the material was written between 2017 and 2020, when the changes that have come to define their lives – for King, that would be sobriety and the prospect of fatherhood – hadn’t fully settled in yet. “I hate that my only contribution to music thus far has been murky and I would really love to make at least one record with a clear head,” King said in his first interview in years. “But I worry about falling back into old habits. Once was enough, I can’t put my family through that again.” That means we get a Japandroids record that’s gloriously in the middle of it all, one that doesn’t attempt to rewrite their history or turn the page over but can’t bear to stay in the same place. It’s rousing, exuberant, and achingly self-aware.

If you’ve ever listened to Japandroids, one of these last words will stick out. The band has always been self-aware in their own way – it’s a defining trait of what’s come to be known as “dudes rock” – but it’s not just funny. It leaves a sting. Sure, you get a song called ‘A Gaslight Anthem’, but you also get lines like, “Oh, they so serious ‘bout you/ Acting all mysterious/ Not knowing you’re not running away, just going.” Fed up with being perceived as an elusive artist making escapist music, King charts a new beginning that earnestly centers on love as both the thing that fuels the songs and, ironically, lights up a world outside of everything they represent. “No known drink and no known drug could ever hold a candle to your love,” King sang on the penultimate track on 2017’s Near to the Wild Heart of Life, and until he finally takes the shot on closer ‘All Bets Are Off’, Fate & Alcohol is basically about seeing that revelation through. Japandroids aren’t oblivious to the fact that there’s been such a long gap; they take stock of it. But they also make it sound like that was just yesterday.

The tuning out comes first on Fate & Alcohol – the first three songs kickstart the record with breakneck ferocity, indulging in old habits that make you look like hell (but sound like fire). But it’s not quite so straightforward: ‘D&T’ snatches the euphoric high right out of our hands, making it sound more like a self-exorcism than catharsis. And while ‘Alice’ treads familiar territory in terms of its romance, David Prowse’s drumming mounts up tension in a way that locks you into the storytelling. But it’s later – when King, for the first time, is really tuning into the mornings after – that the nuance of his songwriting comes to light. “Sometimes silence says it all,” he offers on ‘Chicago’, then can’t help but cut through it: “Thing about love, I know it when I see it/ So spare me the bullshit, it’s plain to see.” ‘Upon Sober Reflection’ recognizes that sobriety isn’t just about introspection but the ability to see beyond one’s own self, which it does by adopting the other person’s perspective. And while all build-up on ‘Positively 34th Street’ is bent on his narrativizing, it’s her words in response that punch through one of the album’s most exhilarating choruses.

Recorded with longtime collaborator Jesse Gander, Fate & Alcohol splits the difference between the raw, restless abandon of Japandroids’ early work and the ambitious experimentation of Near to the Wild Heart of Life – though it offsets its youthful tendencies not with synths or ballads but by exercising restraint. What it doesn’t attempt is tying up loose ends or serving up any kind of explanation as to why it had to go down this way. Well, except maybe once: “Time is but a wind, blowing from whereabouts unknown/ Us towards each other, and always, away from home,” King declares on ‘Positively 34th Street’. As the years and tears pile up, it all becomes too much to straighten out. Japandroids are over, but the night, at the end of Fate & Alcohol, is far from it: no fireworks seeing us off this time, just the sparkle of possibility. Beginning again.

High Vis Share New Single ‘Guided Tour’

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High Vis Share New Single ‘Guided Tour’

Ahead of the release of their new LP Guided Tour on Friday (October 18), High Vis have unleashed the title track. It follows the previously unveiled ‘Mob DLA’, ‘Mind’s a Lie’, and ‘Drop Me Out’. Listen to it below.

Check out our Artist Spotlight interview with High Vis.

Cornelia Murr Announces New Album ‘Run to the Center’, Shares New Single

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Cornelia Murr Announces New Album ‘Run to the Center’, Shares New Single

Cornelia Murr has announced a new album, Run to the Center, which is set for release on February 28 via 22TWENTY. The Luke Temple-produced LP includes the recently shared single ‘How Do You Get By’, and a new track, ‘Meantime’, is out today. Check out its Emma Pillsbury-directed video below.

“‘Meantime’ is about living in the liminal zone of knowing a given chapter has to end, but not being ready to end it yet,” Murr explained in a statement. “Clinging to it for comfort while you can. Still being able to access empathy/ compassion for the innocence underneath adult dysfunction. Yet the dissonance is growing and it’s getting harder to do so. Knowing the kindest thing is to leave.”

The new album follows Murr’s 2022 EP Corridor. “As a young person you’re free to wander. There’s a lot of power in that,” the singer-songwriter reflected. “But there’s an incredible sense of urgency that has snuck up on me. All of a sudden it feels like I must define my life in some major ways. Am I going to be a mother or not? If so, who am I going to do that with? If so, where am I going to do that? How am I going to afford that? Meanwhile, this feels like the most important time to devote to my work. Life these days is seemingly asking for my commitment to what can feel like contradictory things.”

Read our Artist Spotlight interview with Cornelia Murr.

Ducks Ltd. Share New Single ‘Grim Symmetry’

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Ducks Ltd. Share New Single ‘Grim Symmetry’

Ducks Ltd. have released a new single called ‘Grim Symmetry’. Recorded during the sessions for their latest album Harm’s Way, the track features backing vocals from Ratboys’ Julia Steiner and Moontype’s Margaret McCarthy. Listen to it below.

“This is actually one of our older songs,” singer/guitarist Tom McGreevy said of the song in a statement. “We wrote it early on in the Modern Fiction writing process, and the demo was a favorite among the people we shared those with, but we didn’t quite get it right when we tried to record it for that album. We always liked it though, so we kept it around and tried it again when we were tracking Harm’s Way. It didn’t end up quite fitting the vibe of the album, but we did manage to get it to where we wanted it to be, so it’s exciting to finally share it.”

Read about how country music, the occult, Chicago, and more inspired Harm’s Way in our interview with Ducks Ltd..

Haley Heynderickx Releases New Song ‘Gemini’

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Haley Heynderickx Releases New Song ‘Gemini’

Haley Heynderickx has put out a new single, ‘Gemini’, from her forthcoming album Seed of a Seed. It follows the previously unveiled title track and ‘Foxglove’. Listen to it below.

Seed of a Seed, the Portland-based singer-songwriter’s first new album in six years, is out digitally November 1, with a physical release to follow on December 6 via Mama Bird Recording Co..

Clara Mann Shares New Single ‘Stadiums’

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Clara Mann Shares New Single ‘Stadiums’

London-based artist Clara Mann has returned with a new single, ‘Stadiums’. Check out a video for it below.

“‘Stadiums’ is about running towards someone who’s running towards something else,” Mann explained in a statement. “Loving someone whose passion, whose driving force, is creative (in this case music) is like having a third person in the relationship. Someone’s creative brilliance is a beautiful, powerful, mysterious thing in them, often the thing that is most magical and attractive about them, and the thing that, in the end, is always pulling them just out of reach.”

She added, “It’s ‘I want you, you want This’, and in writing it I was forced to ask myself ‘what does it mean if I’m a person who wants that, like you are – is it hard to love me, too?'”

‘Satiums’ follows two EPs, 2019’s Consolations and 2022’s Stay Open. Revisit our Artist Spotlight with Clara Mann.

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