Greeblebits – May Edition
What’s nice about being a music and travel blogger is all the fun mail I get! I’m serious! Every week, I get hundreds of tidbits about music news, new releases, videos, shows (well, I used to) and since I don’t really feel qualified to be a music critic, I never have anyplace to talk about them.
Thus, I’m starting a series of monthly (or more!) roundups from the news that is sent to me or I find on the web. I hope you enjoy!
Music & Travel News from May 2020
Denver Band Lola Rising Releases New EP
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]Lola Rising is an Island Reggae band, also known as “Jahawaiian,” a ukulele driven 6-piece with high energy dance rhythms, horns, and soaring guitars. Reminiscent of Dirty Heads, Iration and The Green, Lola Rising has been winning hearts and minds since their inception in 2014. Moving Forward is a 6 track album recorded at The Blasting Room Studios (Fort Collins, CO) with producer and engineer, Chris Beeble. The record will be self-released by Lola Rising and is the 2nd studio album from the Denver outfit.[/ezcol_2third_end]
Jesper Jenset Releases Three Double Singles for 2020
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]At only 22, Jesper Jenset has been a music sensation since he was a teenager in his native Norway and Europe and now he’s making waves in the U.S. and abroad. Jesper has over 100 million streams, massive airplay hits, numerous TV appearances, and has collaborated with some of the many prominent artists. Check out Facade and Skinny Jeans now – plus a third double-single will be released May 29, 2020.[/ezcol_2third_end]
Pop-Soul Artist, Zach Maxwell, Releases EP Kill the Kingdom
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]Denver-based electro-pop-soul artist Zach Maxwell’s latest EP Kill the Kingdom is a rallying cry against the patriarchy and the systemic corruption of our society. Maxwell’s four-track body of work delivers pop music with a call to action. Produced, written, and recorded by Maxwell himself, “Kill the Kingdom” is anchored around global dance grooves, big 808’s, and neo-soul chords.[/ezcol_2third_end]
The String Cheese Incident and Sunsquabi Release New Collaborative Track
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]The String Cheese Incident have released their first new music of 2020. The new single – “Top Down” was a collaborative effort between two Colorado-based bands, The String Cheese Incident and SunSquabi. The new release follows The String Cheese Incident’s 25th anniversary year where they released several tracks that highlighted unique collaborations.[/ezcol_2third_end]
Genevieve Stokes Shares New Single “Lonely and Bored”
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]Singer/songwriter Genevieve Stokes meticulously crafts alt-pop gems that belie her 18 years. The Portland, Maine based artist crosses a multitude of sonic territories with poignancy, honesty, and unfaltering energy. Genevieve Stokes shares her latest single “Lonely and Bored,” a blueprint for her forthcoming debut EP, which takes on a melancholic approach and explores feelings of dissociation with our surrounding world. [/ezcol_2third_end]
Billy Strings Announces New Podcast Series
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]Acclaimed bluegrass guitarist Billy Strings invites his fans to listen in on his conversations. On The Line with Billy Strings is a “fly on the wall” invitation to chats between Billy and his friends. From musicians and actors, tattooists and mechanics, to music industry insiders and even his mom. OTL w/ BS will feature myriad guests talking about any-and-everything that comes up![/ezcol_2third_end]
Float Like a Buffalo Keeps the Spirit of Live Music Going
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[/ezcol_1third] [ezcol_2third_end]Over the coming months, Denver funk rock band Float Like a Buffalo will be performing live shows from yards and driveways across Colorado, inviting neighbors to enjoy the concert from the safety of their own driveways and yards. To deter gathering, exact show locations will not be disclosed, but anyone not in the neighborhood may join the fun via the show live stream on Float Like a Buffalo’s Facebook page. [/ezcol_2third_end]
Let me know what else I should cover in these round-up posts.
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