Domino Kirke - Baby’s All Right (NYC)
This entrancing Brooklyn singer has paired up with Here We Go Magic's Luke Temple to blend haunting, swirling synthesizers, and enigmatic lyrics.
Welcome to Shore Fire's Calendar of Key Releases — detailing music and other product releases by some of the people and organizations we work with!
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June 2015
01 June
02 June
Matador Records releases Algiers’ self-titled debut
Steeped in radical politics, deeply indebted to post-punk’s sonic trailblazing and gospel’s spiritual bloodletting, this trio imbues neo-modernist hymns with caustic social sentiment and explosive noise.
Contact James Rainis
02 June
Lee Brice - Pour House (Nashville)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
02 June
Twin Danger - Baby’s All Right (NYC)
The dark, sexy new brainchild of Stuart Matthewman (co-founder of Sade) and vocalist Vanessa Bley (frontwoman of psych-rock outfit Beast Patrol and daughter of free jazz pianist Paul Bley) that melds noir jazz with midnight blues and cinematic grooves.
02 June
Jon Cleary - Bar Lunatico (NYC)
England born, New Orleans bred multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter infuses his signature NOLA funk with soulful vocals, masterful piano skills, and a knack for composing infectious grooves.
02 June
Rachel Brown - Communion Series at Rockwood Music Hall (NYC)
Native New Yorker and self-taught singer-songwriter melds West African influences with a deep-rooted ‘90s pop obsession to create breezy, sweetly delicate songs backed by a full-bodied 8-piece band of international musicians.
02 June
Songhoy Blues - Bootleg Hi-Fi (LA, CA)
A powerful and truly unique new band. Hailing from Mali, they came together as refugees after Islamic extremists displaced their entire town. The band fuses traditional Malian music with contemporary rock and hip-hop – think Ali Farka Toure meets Black Keys.
04 June
WNYC presents Women’s Podcast Festival (NYC)
Daytime workshops & nighttime public with the leading female voices, producers and creative thinkers in audio production. With a goal to amplify innovation in podcasting, the fest features Anna Sale, Roxanne Gay, Sara Schaefer and other cool gals.
05 June
WNYC presents Women’s Podcast Festival (NYC)
Daytime workshops & nighttime public with the leading female voices, producers and creative thinkers in audio production. With a goal to amplify innovation in podcasting, the fest features Anna Sale, Roxanne Gay, Sara Schaefer and other cool gals.
05 June
Septem Releases JiHAE’s ‘Illusion of You’
Seoul-born, New York-based musician and multimedia artist JiHAE, which means “Wisdom” in Korean, combines her powerful voice, poetic lyrics and intricate sound arrangements all while exploring provocative and controversial topics.
Contact Luke Carron
06 June
Lee Brice - Sonoma County Fairgrounds (Santa Rosa, CA)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
06 June
Charlotte OC - The Governor’s Ball Music Festival (NYC)
The British singer/songwriter with a haunting voice brings her smoky, soulful vibe to the US.
06 June
Pepsi hosts “The Music Business 3.0” Breakfast- MIDEM (Cannes, France)
Chief Marketing Officer Frank Cooper III and Epic Records CEO LA Reid discuss the future of the music business with moderator and UK journalist Kate Thornton
09 June
Six Shooter Records/Thirty Tigers releases Sam Outlaw’s ‘Angeleno’
LA-based singer who has a country-meets-Cali sound that's been endorsed by Rolling Stone ahead of his debut album.
Contact Ally Norton
09 June
The Vaccines - Warsaw (Brooklyn)
The acclaimed platinum-selling UK foursome have set a precedent for modern Brit rock. They are on tour for their first album released in three years, produced by Dave Fridmann.
09 June
Algiers - Mercury Lounge (NYC)
Steeped in radical politics, deeply indebted to post-punk’s sonic trailblazing and gospel’s spiritual bloodletting, this trio imbues neo-modernist hymns with caustic social sentiment and explosive noise.
09 June
Lee Brice - Music City Gives Back (Nashville)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
10 June
Lee Brice - City Winery (Nashville)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
10 June
Sam Outlaw - Silverlake Lounge (LA, CA)
LA-based singer who has a country-meets-Cali sound that's been endorsed by Rolling Stone ahead of his debut album.
10 June
Algiers - Baby’s All Right (Brooklyn)
Steeped in radical politics, deeply indebted to post-punk’s sonic trailblazing and gospel’s spiritual bloodletting, this trio imbues neo-modernist hymns with caustic social sentiment and explosive noise.
10 June
Flo Morrissey - The Ace Hotel (NYC)
The 20-year-old Brit’s stunning Noah Georgeson (Devendra Banhart) and Philippe Zdar (Phoenix)-produced debut couples an otherworldly naivety with the weight of an old soul, and calls to mind Karen Dalton or Joanna Newsom.
10 June
Lee Brice - 5th Annual Fan Jam (Nashville)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
12 June
Risa Binder - CMA Festival (Nashville)
The Brooklyn singer/songwriter had a desire to record country music, which inspired her to leave NYC's fast paced streets for the sights and sounds of Nashville, a life-changing decision that culminated into a career that showcases her flair for storytelling.
12 June
San Cisco - El Rey (LA, CA)
The 6x Aria Award nominees rocked sold-out NYC and LA dates this spring, mixing fuzzy surf rock with infectious electro pop - they return stateside with opener MOTHXR.
12 June
Zac Brown Band - CMA Music Fest (Nashville)
A scorching SNL performance, and a single rocketing to #1, augers well for the latest album from the three-time GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum band. Prepare for an epic stadium tour to follow with a historic three-night run at Fenway.
12 June
Lee Brice - CMA Fest LP Field (Nashville)
The evocative, rough-edged singer made his first #1 Billboard Country debut in 2014 and recently won ACM’s “Single Record of the Year." A top-notch entertainer, artist and producer -- he'll continue with major market headline dates in 2015.
13 June
Elvis Costello - Hollywood Bowl (LA, CA)
Backed by The Imposters, Elvis Costello joins Steely Dan as a special guest on 23 dates across the U.S. performing hits and fan-favorites.
13 June
Matt Jaffe - The Roxy (LA, CA)
San Francisco’s 19-year-old Matt Jaffe was discovered by Talking Heads’ Jerry Harrison at an open mic night and is the perfect combination of virtuosity and youthful charm, with his band The Distractions reinforcing his 70s New Wave, power pop-punk sound.
13 June
The Iridium - Marc Cohn (NYC)
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
13 June
Aaron Watson - CMA Fest Riverfront Stage (Nashville)
This proud country traditionalist recently made Billboard history as the first independent Country artist to debut #1 with his Keith Stegall-produced album (Alan Jackson, George Jones) — all while staying true to his faith, family and fans.
14 June
The Iridium - Snowy White (NYC)
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
15 June
The Iridium - Snowy White (NYC)
Known as the house Les Paul built, where the electric guitar pioneer performed every Monday until his passing, The Iridium has hosted superstars like Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Steve Miller, while shining a spotlight on up-and-comers making waves in the rock, jazz, pop and folk scenes.
15 June
Bhi Bhiman - Mercury Lounge (NYC)
The Sri Lankan-American songwriter reflects America in 2015, folding biting social commentary into witty lyrics and stick-in-your-head melodies sung with an idiosyncratic tenor.
15 June
Songhoy Blues - Rough Trade (Brooklyn)
Hailing from Mali, the band came together as refugees after Islamic extremists displaced their entire town. They fuse traditional Malian music with contemporary rock and hip-hop – together creating a unique and powerful listening experience.
16 June
Bhi Bhiman - Hudson Square @ City Winery (NYC)
Impossible to pin down, Sri Lankan-American Bhi Bhiman blends funk with finger-picking, orchestral arrangements with driving drums, and surreal humor with sharp, biting social commentary.
16 June
Songhoy Blues - Mercury Lounge (NYC)
Hailing from Mali, the band came together as refugees after Islamic extremists displaced their entire town. They fuse traditional Malian music with contemporary rock and hip-hop – together creating a unique and powerful listening experience.
16 June
Anavista Entertainment releases Rachel Brown’s ‘The Band’
Native New Yorker and self-taught singer-songwriter melds West African influences with a deep-rooted ‘90s pop obsession to create breezy, sweetly delicate songs backed by a full-bodied 8-piece band of international musicians.
Contact Jon Gedney
17 June
Hippo Campus - Baby’s All Right (Brooklyn)
The quartet of 19-20-year-olds exploded at SXSW, leading to a Conan performance, summer tour dates with My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse and Real Estate, a Lollapalooza slot and more.
17 June
Rachel Brown - Slipper Room (NYC)
Native New Yorker and self-taught singer-songwriter melds West African influences with a deep-rooted ‘90s pop obsession to create breezy, sweetly delicate songs backed by a full-bodied 8-piece band of international musicians.
19 June
Rock The South - Heritage Park (Cullman, AL)
Born of a spirit of community following 2011's EF-4 and EF-5 tornadoes that devastated the greater Birmingham/Huntsville, Alabama areas, the fastest growing music festival in the South - headlined by Alan Jackson - will take place in Cullman, AL June 19-20.
20 June
Rock The South - Heritage Park (Cullman, AL)
Born of a spirit of community following 2011's EF-4 and EF-5 tornadoes that devastated the greater Birmingham/Huntsville, Alabama areas, the fastest growing music festival in the South - headlined by Alan Jackson - will take place in Cullman, AL June 19-20.
20 June
Louis Armstrong’s Wonderful World Festival - Flushing Meadow Park (Queens, NY)
A celebration of Queens, Louis Amrstrong and his legacy. Ms. Lauryn Hill, Antibalas + more to perform.
22 June
A2IM’s Fourth Annual Indie Week (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
23 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
23 June
A2IM’s Fourth Annual Indie Week (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
23 June
Buy This Fracking Album - Release Party at Brooklyn Bowl (Brooklyn)
This 24 track benefit compilation features artists like Bonnie Raitt, Michael Franti, Meshell Ndegeocello, John Butler Trio, and Indigo Girls using the power of music to speak out against one of the most critical environmental issues of our time - hydro-fracking.
23 June
Red House releases Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams’ self-titled debut
Levon Helm's longtime collaborators - and alumni of bands for Dylan, Costello, Emmylou, and more - the in-demand roots musicians step out on their own with their debut album and headlining tour.
Contact Ray Padgett
23 June
A2IM 10th Anniversary Party at Slate (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
23 June
WhyHunger 40th Anniversary Chapin Awards Gala - The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers (NYC)
A leading advocate in the fight against hunger and poverty, whose 40 years of grassroots campaigning alongside today's most influential musicians has galvanized a global movement for community-based solutions for food justice.
23 June
Movement Music Records releases ‘Various Artists: Buy This Fracking Album’
Bonnie Raitt, Michael Franti, Indigo Girls and more come together on this two-disc, 24-track benefit compilation to speak out against one of the most critical environmental issues of our time- hydro-fracking.
Contact Greta Hayes
23 June
Amy Helm - Brooklyn Bowl (Brooklyn)
With her band The Handsome Strangers, the Ollabelle singer/mandola player and daughter of Levon Helm performs from her solo debut, joining Mavis Staples and Patty Griffin on tour.
24 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
24 June
A2IM’s Fourth Annual Indie Week (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
24 June
JiHAE - Hotel Cafe (LA, CA)
Seoul-born, New York-based musician and multimedia artist JiHAE, which means “Wisdom” in Korean, combines her powerful voice, poetic lyrics and intricate sound arrangements all while exploring provocative and controversial topics.
24 June
Houndmouth performs on Conan (TBS)
The quartet's foot-stomping swagger and gorgeous four-part harmonies captivate audiences as they perform on Letterman, open for Ryan Adams and headline their own tour.
24 June
Twin Danger - NUBLU (NYC)
The dark, sexy new brainchild of Stuart Matthewman (co-founder of Sade) and vocalist Vanessa Bley (frontwoman of psych-rock outfit Beast Patrol and daughter of free jazz pianist Paul Bley) that melds noir jazz with midnight blues and cinematic grooves.
24 June
Emily Kinney - The Troubador (LA, CA)
This killer vocalist has earned comparison to Regina Spektor and Ingrid Michaelson thanks to her honest, confessional style of singing.
25 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
25 June
A2IM’s Fourth Annual Indie Week (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
25 June
Houndmouth - The Troubadour (LA, CA)
The quartet's foot-stomping swagger and gorgeous four-part harmonies captivate audiences as they perform on Letterman, open for Ryan Adams and headline their own tour.
25 June
A2IM 4th Annual Libera Awards at Highline Ballroom (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
25 June
Algiers - The Echo (LA, CA)
Steeped in radical politics, deeply indebted to post-punk’s sonic trailblazing and gospel’s spiritual bloodletting, this trio imbues neo-modernist hymns with caustic social sentiment and explosive noise.
26 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
26 June
A2IM’s Fourth Annual Indie Week (NYC)
Celebrating 10 years, this trade organization supports the rights of 340+ independent labels (small and medium enterprises) in delivering innovative music to a fair and equitable marketplace, including lobbying in Congress for copyright protection and advocating for licensing rate parity for all creators.
26 June
Black Violin - Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles (LA, CA)
This classically trained duo has collaborated with the likes of Kanye West and performed at Obama’s Inauguration Ball. Their latest is a crystallization of their peerless sound, interpolating Copland and Timbaland with style and grace.
27 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
28 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
30 June
Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI)
The Guinness-certified World’s Largest Music Festival returns for it's 48th year in Milwaukee, with 800+ acts spanning 11 days of music that delivers ''something for everyone (Entertainment Weekly).’"
30 June
Twin Danger - McKittrick Hotel (NYC)
The dark, sexy new brainchild of Stuart Matthewman (co-founder of Sade) and vocalist Vanessa Bley (frontwoman of psych-rock outfit Beast Patrol and daughter of free jazz pianist Paul Bley) that melds noir jazz with midnight blues and cinematic grooves.
30 June
Smithsonian Folkways releases Fannie Lou Hamer’s ‘Songs My Mother Taught Me’
A 17-track collection of rare recordings from this civil and voting rights activist, 'Songs My Mother Taught Me' is a re-release of a 1983 limited edition cassette of the same material.
Contact Ally Norton
30 June
Decca/Universal Music Classics releases Twin Danger’s self-titled debut
The dark, sexy new brainchild of Stuart Matthewman (co-founder of Sade) and vocalist Vanessa Bley (frontwoman of psych-rock outfit Beast Patrol and daughter of free jazz pianist Paul Bley) that melds noir jazz with midnight blues and cinematic grooves.
Contact Jon Gedney