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April 11, 2023

DAN SEALS ESTATE Congratulates Legendary Songwriter Bob McDill For His Country Music Hall Of Fame 2023 Induction

DT: APRIL 11, 2023

FM: LYNDIE WENNER, MITCH SCHNEIDER, ANDREA FAULK

DAN SEALS ESTATE
CONGRATULATES
LEGENDARY SONGWRITER BOB MCDILL
FOR HIS COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME 2023 INDUCTION

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“Warmest congratulations to Bob McDill on receiving this great honor as one of the 2023 inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame. We also extend our congratulations to Bob’s co-inductees, Patty Loveless and Tanya Tucker.”

—The Dan Seals Estate- immediate family: widow Andrea, children: Jim, Holley & Jesse.

“Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold),” a song co-written by Dan Seals and Bob McDill, is described as having been Dan’s personal anthem and probably the most important song they wrote together. Seals was once quoted as saying: “Working with McDill is like sitting at the master’s feet. He’s incredible.” (Deseret News, Mar 15,1991)

Watch this live performance HERE of Dan Seals singing “Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold),” as part of the “Ryman Country Homecoming” show.

Producer Kyle Lehning says: “Every time Danny would come back from writing with you, Bob, we knew it would be special. ‘Everything That Glitters Is Not Gold,’ among many others, being the proof. Congratulations on your induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Well done and well-deserved.”

Tony Gottlieb, Dan’s longtime manager, recalls that “Dan would often say ‘writing with Bob was so easy, that it felt like God finished the songs for them.’ But often, I couldn’t figure out what Dan and Bob liked better, writing songs or going fly-fishing together.”

Additional songs co-written with McDill and recorded by Seals are:

“My Baby’s Got Good Timing – (1984, Capitol Records, Album: San Antone – Peaked at #2 on US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) and in #2 Canada)
“She’s Leavin” – (1984, Capitol Records, Album: San Antone)
“Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold)” – (1985, Capitol Records, Album: “Won’t Be Blue Anymore”- Single Charted at #1 in the US and Canada)
“Long Long Island Nights” – (1988, Capitol Records, Album: Rage On)
“Big Wheels In The Moonlight” – (1988, Capitol Records, Album: “Rage On” – #1, US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)
“They Rage On” – (1989, Capitol Records, Album: Rage On – Peaked at #5 on the Billboard Country Chart)
“Bordertown” – (1990, Capitol Records, Album: On Arrival)

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About Dan Seals:

Dan Seals was a Country & Pop/Rock musician. He was known initially as “England Dan“, in the duo England Dan & John Ford Coley, which he formed with his childhood friend John Coley. As a duo, they charted nine singles on the Billboard Top 40 chart between 1976 and 1980, including the iconic hit “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight“.

In 1980, Dan pursued a solo career after signing with Capitol Records & moving to Nashville to return to his Country roots. Starting with his debut album on Capitol, “Rebel Heart“, Dan achieved a string of 20+ consecutive Top 10’s across 16 albums including 11 of which went to number one. Some of the notable singles include his CMA award winning duet with Marie Osmond “Meet Me in Montana,” Grammy nominated “Addicted,” his cover of Sam Cooke’s “Good Times” three weeks at #1 and the CMA Award winning, Pop crossover, Number 2 most played Country song of the 1980s hit “Bop” Following the release of his charting 1991 album Walking The Wire he continued recording solo, later touring with his brother Jim (Seals and Crofts) as Seals & Seals.

In 2009, Dan unfortunately passed away from mantle cell Lymphoma but his legacy lives on as is clearly being recognized through Bob McDill’s wonderful achievement.

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April 6, 2023

TOMMY EMMANUEL Joins Forces With Little Feat And Sam Bush For Exhilarating Cover Of “Cajun Girl”–Video Out Today

DT: APRIL 6, 2023

FM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK/LYNDIE WENNER
SRO PR (LOS ANGELES, NASHVILLE, LAS VEGAS)

TOMMY EMMANUEL
JOINS FORCES WITH LITTLE FEAT AND SAM BUSH
FOR EXHILARATING COVER OF “CAJUN GIRL,”
LITTLE FEAT’S CLASSIC 1988 SONG

THE SONG IS THE SECOND SINGLE FROM
THE ACOUSTIC GUITARIST EXTRAORDINAIRE’S
‘ACCOMPLICE TWO’ ALBUM
OUT APRIL 28 VIA CGP SOUNDS

COLLABORATIONS ALBUM FEATURES AN “A” LIST OF MUSICIANS
INCLUDING BILLY STRINGS, MOLLY TUTTLE, LITTLE FEAT, MICHAEL MCDONALD, JAMEY JOHNSON, RAUL MALO AND MANY MORE GREATS
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

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Artist: Tommy Emmanuel:
Photo Credit: Simone Cecchett

Grammy-nominated acoustic guitarist extraordinaire, composer and global touring artist TOMMY EMMANUEL has today (April 6) released the video for his musically virtuosic and exhilarating cover of the 1988 Little Feat classic “Cajun Girl,” featuring Little Feat and Sam Bush. The song arrives digitally tomorrow (April 7) as the second single from EMMANUEL’s much-anticipated full-length collaborations album ACCOMPLICE TWO (see the track listing below), due out April 28 via CGP Sounds as the follow-up to his Accomplice One album (2018).

Watch the “Cajun Girl” video, filmed by Joshua Britt and Neilson Hubbard for Neighborhoods Apart Productions as it was being recorded at Ocean Way Studio B in Nashville, HERE. The video was premiered yesterday by Relix which called “Cajun Girl” a “joyous collaboration.”

Pre-save the single HERE.
Pre-save the album HERE.

Quotes from TOMMY:

“I have been a fan of Little Feat since I first heard them back in the 70’s. They are a powerful band with great songs and tight, funky arrangements. I’m so honored to be on this track with these legends, to play with them, sing with them, and to find a common love of good music that brings the best out in all of us. I am also thrilled that Sam Bush came and played a great fiddle part which makes this track unique and shows his love for Little Feat too! The youngest member of the band, Scott Sharrard, is doing such brilliant work on slide guitar that I had to feature him on the last solo of the track. Lowell George would be smiling down at him, playing his ass off! Lend “Cajun Girl” your ears and your heart, and you’ll smile from my crazy intro to Scotts’ mojo-dripping finishing touches of the song. ENJOY!”

Quotes from Little Feat’s Bill Payne:

“Great thanks to Tommy Emmanuel for bringing new life to Little Feat’s “Cajun Girl.” To be in his orbit is always fun and relaxed. He is the consummate musician and a warm and open host. Looking at the array of artists on Accomplice 2, many of whom the band know, gives us a tangible joy to be in Tommy’s extended family. We’re pleased to say he is part of Little Feat’s family, too. Tommy Emmanuel is one of the finest musicians in the world. He lives and breathes music. What else could one want? “Cajun Girl” also has an extra layer of brilliance added to it from our dear friend Sam Bush. Sometimes you just have to say, life is good!”

Track details for “Cajun Girl” featuring Little Feat & Sam Bush:

Written by Bill Payne and Martin F. Kibbee for Feat Publishing (ASCAP)
Recorded at Ocean Way Studio B in Nashville, TN
Rory Rositas – engineer
Bill Payne – piano and lead vocals
Kenny Gradney – bass
Fred Tackett – mandolin and backing vocals
Scott Sharrard – guitar and backing vocals
Tony Leone – drums and backing vocals
Sam Bush – fiddle and backing vocals
Tommy Emmanuel – guitar and backing vocals

Read the press release HERE announcing the ACCOMPLICE TWO album and its first single/video, “White Freight Liner Blues,” TOMMY’s collaboration with Grammy-winning guitarist and singer Molly Tuttle on this cover of the Townes Van Zandt classic. The video was premiered by Guitar Player which described the collaboration as “spectacular.”

“My accomplices on this album are all in a league of giants to me,” says TOMMY. “They all inspire me to reach for the stars; to give my best while supporting them as they give their best. We all have a chemistry and electricity together when we play music. I wanted to capture this power in songs and performances that will stand the test of time.”

Produced lovingly by EMMANUEL, regarded by guitar great Chet Atkins as “one of the best guitar players I’ve ever seen,” the 16-track ACCOMPLICE TWO is a spirited mix of new takes on indelible classics and brand-new originals from TOMMY. His collaborators are some of the most remarkable musicians on the planet—an “A” list of musicians including Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Michael McDonald, Jamey Johnson and Raul Malo.

The album is alive with the electric spirit of spontaneous, timeless joy created by inspired virtuosos. The combined artistry contained on these tracks is stunning, as is TOMMY’s cheerful ease at connecting naturally with this vast spectrum of musicians. Like the first volume, he merges the presence of beloved, legendary musicians—such as Jorma Kaukonen, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Little Feat, Sam Bush, the Del McCoury Band and Jerry Douglas—with the bright spirit of acclaimed young artists breaking through with deep artistry and true reverence for the power of song.

Look for TOMMY’s concert special “Accomplice LIVE!”—featuring such guests as Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Sierra Hull and Yasmin Williams—airing now on PBS during pledge drive. Known to deliver shows that are truly a head-spinning experience, TOMMY will be on the road throughout 2023 in America, Europe and Australia. His tour dates are HERE.

Here’s the track listing for ACCOMPLICE TWO:

1. Doc’s Guitar Black Mountain Rag Featuring Billy Strings
2. White Freight Liner Blues Featuring Molly Tuttle
3. Daddy Frank (The Guitar Man) Featuring Jamey Johnson
*4. Precious Time Featuring Sierra Hull
5. Cajun Girl Featuring Little Feat & Sam Bush
6. Another Man Done A Full Go Around Featuring Jorma Kaukonen
*7. Son Of A Gun Featuring Richard Smith
8. Someone Like You Featuring Michael McDonald
*9. Mombassa Featuring Yasmin Williams
10. Everybody Loves You Featuring Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams
*11. Mama Knows Featuring Jerry Douglas
12. Sweet Temptation Featuring The Del McCoury Band
13. Yeller Rose Of Texas Featuring Sam Bush
14. Tennessee Stud Featuring Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
15. Seven Come Eleven Featuring David Grisman
16. Far Away Places Featuring Raul Malo
*Original TOMMY song

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ABOUT TOMMY EMMANUEL:

TOMMY EMMANUEL has achieved enough musical milestones to satisfy several lifetimes. At the age of six, he was touring regional Australia with his family band. By 30, he was a rock n’ roll lead guitarist burning up stadiums in Europe. At 44, he became one of five people ever named a CPG (Certified Guitar Player) by his idol, music icon Chet Atkins. Today, he plays hundreds of sold-out shows every year from Nashville to Sydney to London. He’s piled up numerous accolades, including two Grammy Award nominations, two ARIA Awards from the Australian Recording Industry Association (the Aussie equivalent of the Recording Academy); repeated honors in the Guitar Player magazine reader’s poll including a cover story for their August 2017 issue; a cover feature for Vintage Guitar’s July 2020 issue; and was Music Radar’s reader’s poll #1 winner of the Ten Best Acoustic Guitarists in The World (December 2019). A noted fingerstyle guitarist, EMMANUEL frequently threads three different parts simultaneously into his material, operating as a one-man band who handles the melody, the supporting chords and the bass all at once. His talents, which translate in any language, carry him to the far corners of the globe, but EMMANUEL never plays the same show twice, and he improvises big chunks of every date. That leaves him open to those technical imperfections, though they also provide some of the humanity to an other-worldly talent. On May 8, 2020, he released a newly recorded career-spanning double album, THE BEST OF TOMMYSONGS, via CGP Sounds/Cruzen Street Records). Watch the album trailer here which focuses on TOMMY’s unique ability to tell stories without words: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SOQEMWYAQ4&feature=youtu.be. EMMANUEL subsequently released three EP’s with different collaborators, Accomplice Series Vol. 1, 2 and 3, the last of which was in 2022.

For more information on TOMMY EMMANUEL, visit:
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April 3, 2023

BLAKE SHELTON, JOE WALSH, TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT, MATT SORUM & TOM PETTY ESTATE Share Support For THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS Following Viral Collaborative Cover Track

DT: MARCH 31, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, SRO PR

BLAKE SHELTON, JOE WALSH, TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT, MATT SORUM AND TOM PETTY ESTATE SHARE THEIR SUPPORT FOR
THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS
FOLLOWING VIRAL COLLABORATIVE COVER SINGLE RELEASE OF
TOM PETTY’S 1989 CLASSIC HIT
“I WON’T BACK DOWN”

AFGHAN REFUGEE GIRL GROUP CONTINUE QUEST TO FIND SAFE RESETTLEMENT & RAISE AWARENESS FOR FELLOW REFUGEES IN WAR-TORN, POVERTY-STRICKED COUNTRIES THROUGH POSITIVE, UPLIFTING MUSIC

MARCH 2023 (ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN) –THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS was formed as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that served as Afghanistan’s only school of music for war-torn, poverty-stricken girls and young women until the Taliban’s brutal takeover in 2021. American guitarist LANNY CORDOLA (founder and director of the organization) was able–despite several barriers and tons of red tape–to safely transport the girls and their families to the neighboring country of Pakistan, where they currently reside. In a mission to find a safe, permanent re-homing for the refugee girls and their families due to political and social unrest and widespread discrimination against Afghan refugees in Pakistan, CORDOLA began working with the girls on creating music to share their plight with the world.

In March THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS released a cover version of Tom Petty’s 1989 classic 1989 hit “I Won’t Back Down,” featuring country superstar BLAKE SHELTON along with three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees: iconic guitarist JOE WALSH (The Eagles, ex-Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band), legendary bassist TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT (The Eagles) and renowned drummer MATT SORUM (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver). Following its release (as seen streaming below or directly HERE), The Tom Petty Estate shared the music video via Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers’ Facebook page calling it “a beautiful tribute.” See below additional new quotes from the song’s guest musicians.

“This was really special to be part of,” commented SHELTON. “These girls are so inspiring.”

“May music always bring you girls the inspiration and connection to a higher power that delivers you strength and joy,” WALSH touchingly remarked. “I’m grateful to have shared this moment with you all. Peace and love.”

SCHMIT relayed, “Lanny is a saint for being a part of these girls’ lives by helping them move forward through music. Even after all they’ve experienced in their youth, you can see and feel their beautiful life forces shining through.”

Echoing the sentiment, SORUM says, “I’m so proud of my longtime friend Lanny as he has shared the gift of music with these wonderful young girls that have been through so much. The joy they feel playing music gives them much-needed hope to persevere. They are an inspiration to us all. Please help them with their endeavors to relocate and spread their message of peace and love around the world.”

“I WON’T BACK DOWN”
THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS – guitars & vocals
BLAKE SHELTON – vocals
JOE WALSH – guitar solo
TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT – bass
MATT SORUM – drums
GARY GRIFFIN – keyboards
DAVE PEARLMAN – pedal steel
CHAD SHLOSSER – guitar
Produced by LANNY CORDOLA and SARMAD GHAFOOR
Mixed by CHAD SHLOSSER
Video filmed in Kabul, Afghanistan; Islamabad, Pakistan; Los Angeles and Nashville
Video directed by LANNY CORDOLA
Edited by SHAM KAZMI

For CORDOLA and THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS, the continued support for their journey to freedom helps in keeping them motivated to move forward. “The girls and I are honored to have Blake, Joe, Timothy and Matt join us in spreading this message far and wide,” CORDOLA says. “Hopefully their involvement will bring more awareness about Afghan refugees like the girls and their quest for a better life.”

THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS have previously released uplifting collaborations with music icons and supporters including BRIAN WILSON, SAMMY HAGAR, TOM MORELLO (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE, AUDIOSLAVE), RAMI JAFFEE (FOO FIGHTERS), KATHY VALENTINE (THE GO-GO’S) and more. Their music and mission has received global media coverage from high-profile outlets including BBC, Rolling Stone, CBS, NBC, ABC—just to name a few. Stay tuned in the next few weeks for new music and updates.

Find out more about THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS story and hear their music at: https://miraculouslovekids.org/
facebook.com/Themiraculouslovekids

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ABOUT LANNY CORDOLA:

Born and reared in Los Angeles, California, LANNY CORDOLA’s musical journey has led him on many global explorations — from club gigs up and down the Sunset Strip to tours of North America, Mexico, Europe and South Asia. He has shared musical communion on stage and in the studio with members of THE BEACH BOYS, GUNS N’ ROSES, NANCY SINATRA, ETTA JAMES, LITTLE MILTON, VANILLA FUDGE, DONOVAN, and others.

LANNY CORDOLA began his journey through Pakistan and Afghanistan in 2010, collaborating with musicians on a peace-through-music project. “After visiting and meeting many kids who were living in poverty-stricken areas and conflict zones, I decided to raise funds on their behalf,” the musician recalls. Since then, he has focused on musical projects aimed at raising awareness, resources and funds for some of the most vulnerable children in Pakistan and Afghanistan. In the wake of his work in these regions, he formed the non-profit 501(c)(3) THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS based on the premise that “it shouldn’t hurt to be a child” and “that a kid with a melody in their heart has hope, and with hope all things are possible.”

On September 8, 2012, sisters PARWANA and KORSHID were killed by a suicide bomber in Kabul, Afghanistan. The intended target was U.S. military forces. According to the troops who were there, the sisters sacrificed their own lives to save them.

During a visit to the region in 2014, CORDOLA met with the sisters’ family, including their younger sibling MURSAL, who had survived the attack. The family was living in absolute squalor, but when MURSAL saw the guitar that constantly accompanies CORDOLA, she

brightened up and asked if he would teach her to play so she could honor her sisters and other girls living in similar conditions. And with that, THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS/GIRL WITH A GUITAR was born.

In February 2016, LANNY moved to Kabul, Afghanistan, where he taught guitar, English, and other life skills to hundreds of mostly girls at THE MIRACULOUS LOVE KIDS Studio until August 2021.

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April 3, 2023

BETTER NOISE MUSIC Announces “FAN LOVE SWEEPSTAKES” Fundraiser In Support of Sweet Relief Musician Fund’s “Music’s Mental Health Fund”

DT: APRIL 3, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, SRO PR

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BETTER NOISE MUSIC
ANNOUNCES
‘FAN LOVE SWEEPSTAKES’ FUNDRAISER
IN SUPPORT OF
SWEET RELIEF MUSICIAN FUND’S
“MUSIC’S MENTAL HEALTH FUND”
WHICH AIDS MUSICIANS & MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS IN NEED OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

GRAND PRIZE WINNER GETS CHOICE OF SIX
“ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME” EXPERIENCES FROM PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
ASKING ALEXANDRIA, NOTHING MORE, DIRTY HEADS, FROM ASHES TO NEW, EVA UNDER FIRE OR CROSSBONE SKULLY

FANDIEM-POWERED SWEEPSTAKES STARTS TODAY,
APRIL 3 AT 8:00 A.M. PT THROUGHOUT JUNE 30 AT 11:59 P.M. PT;
ENTER TO WIN HERE

In advance of National Mental Health Awareness month in May, BETTER NOISE MUSIC has partnered with Revolver Magazine, fan-powered charitable fundraising platform Fandiem and six of the label’s hard-hitting alternative and heavy rock bands listed below for the “Fan Love Sweepstakes” fundraiser. The Fan Love Sweepstakes” will support Sweet Relief Musician Fund’s “Music’s Mental Health Fund,” a partnership between Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and Backline, which provides financial assistance to music industry professionals in need of mental health services. A grand prize winner will be able to choose one of six once-in-a-lifetime experiences with one of their favorite bands.

Fans who donate directly at Fandiem.com have the opportunity to win Grand Prize options donated by participating artists including:

Go surfing with DIRTY HEADS – Pick out a surfboard with the band and spend an hour in the water surfing with Dirty Heads. All experience levels, including beginners, are welcome. Afterwards, the board will be customized Dirty Heads-style and gifted to the winner. Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future Dirty Heads U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability).
Shadow ASKING ALEXANDRIA for the day on their U.S. tour, including a guitar tech session with lead guitarist Ben Bruce and take home the signed guitar. Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future Asking Alexandria U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability).
Spend a day gaming with the members of FROM ASHES TO NEW – Experience an afternoon of gaming with the band and walk away with your own autographed Xbox/Playstation. Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future From Ashes To New U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability).
Get a lesson in forging metal with Eva from EVA UNDER FIRE. Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future Eva Under Fire U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability).
Go guitar shopping with CROSSBONE SKULLY – Shop for and pick out your very own guitar with Crossbone Skully’s front man Tommy Henriksen (Alice Cooper’s Musical Director and member of Hollywood Vampires). Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future Crossbone Skully U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability).
Spend an extreme afternoon with NOTHING MORE – Winner chooses their own extreme adventure – like paintball, zip lining, go karts, etc. – with the band. Plus, get a pair of VIP tickets to a future Nothing More U.S. show of your choice (subject to venue availability

Five runner-up winners will receive two tickets to any Better Noise Music artist concert in the U.S. in 2023. Touring artists include From Ashes To New, The Funeral Portrait, Five Finger Death Punch, Bad Wolves, Asking Alexandria, The HU, Finish Ticket, NOTHING MORE, Eva Under Fire, Dirty Heads and Crossbone Skully.

The donate-to-win “FAN LOVE Sweepstakes” is open to anyone 18 years of age and older and of legal residency in the U.S. and Canada only. Eligible contestants can enter to win as of today, Monday, April 3 at 8:00 A.M. PT until the contest closes on Friday, June 30 at 11:59 P.M. PT at fandiem.com/fanlove. Winners will be announced Wednesday, July 5 at 8:00 A.M. PT. via Better Noise Music’s social media pages.

The more fans donate the more chances they have to win – and the more they support Sweet Relief Musician Fund’s “Music’s Mental Health Fund”.

“Research tells us that music fans care deeply about issues relating to Mental Health, something that everybody deals with at some point in their lives,” shares BETTER NOISE MUSIC GM Paul Cormack. “Mental Health Awareness month is right around the corner, and we recognized an opportunity to make a difference. We reached out to Aric (Steinberg) and his team at Sweet Relief and quickly established a partnership with Better Noise to raise funds for Sweet Relief’s new dedicated Mental Health fund. We hope fans will be excited about these once-in-a-lifetime Grand Prize opportunities donated by artists and help us raise funds for all those in the music business who need the help that Sweet Relief offers.”

“Sweet Relief has been helping musicians and music industry professionals since 1994 to help fund medical and vital living expenses,” elaborates ARIC STEINBERG (EVP of Development/Artist Relations at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund). “We created the Music’s Mental Health Fund in partnership with Backline to help address the mental health crisis in the music industry. From touring musicians, venue staff, touring crew members and industry professionals, the grant allows us to fund costs for sessions with a dedicated clinic and a case manager to create a specific mental health plan catered to the applicant’s needs. We’re excited to partner with Better Noise Music and their artists to help further our efforts and provide a fun and memorable experience for a lucky winner.”

ASKING ALEXANDRIA guitarist BEN BRUCE commented on being involved in the fundraiser: “Being in this industry for so long, we’ve seen firsthand how many people need strength, help and encouragement which is why we are so excited to be teaming up with Sweet Relief.”

Throughout the course of the “Fan Love Sweepstakes,” BETTER NOISE MUSIC will be sharing mental health discussions, roundtables and highlighting mental health-related tips from artists on the label’s roster, touring professionals and music industry professionals across their social media platforms. Use the hashtags #FanLoveSweepstakes & #MHAM to join the conversation.

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ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC
BETTER NOISE MUSIC is the premiere independent music label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music (formerly Eleven Seven Music), founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Asking Alexandria, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, Nothing More, The HU, AWOLNATION, All Good Things, From Ashes To New, Cory Marks, and Fire From The Gods. Partnering with FUGA, AMPED, and Membran, the company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney.

In 2021, Better Noise Music dominated Billboard’s Year End charts in the rock space, landing at #1 on the Mainstream Rock Imprint, Hard Rock Songs Imprint, Hard Rock Songs Label charts and ranked as one of the top Mainstream Rock Label for the year.

ABOUT SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems.Grant recipients include musicians and music industry workers from across the country. Sweet Relief serves the music community by providing immediate financial assistance for medical and vital living expenses, including insurance premiums, prescriptions, medical treatment and operative procedures, housing costs, food costs, utilities, and other vital living expenses.

CONNECT WITH SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND
Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
#musicheals

ABOUT REVOLVER
Find the latest in hard rock and metal music interviews, concert announcements, and more. Revolver Magazine is your destination for everything heavy!

CONNECT WITH REVOLVER
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ABOUT FANDIEM
Fandiem is a digital fundraising platform that harnesses the power of the fan community to do good in the world. With their donation to a selected nonprofit, fans are entered to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences and prizes from their favorite artists, festivals, athletes, and creators. These are the opportunities that were previously available only to a select few but through Fandiem are awarded to the everyday fan at the heart of the community.

The Fandiem Foundation is a project of The Giving Back Fund, a national 501c3 organization that encourages and facilitates charitable giving. The Giving Back Fund grants donation proceeds to each campaign’s partner nonprofit.

CONNECT WITH FANDIEM
Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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March 30, 2023

THE HU Announce ‘Rumble Of Thunder’: Deluxe Album”; Reveal “Black Thunder feat. Serj Tankian (S.O.A.D.) & DL (Bad Wolves)”

DT: MARCH 31, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

GLOBALLY ACCLAIMED MONGOLIAN ROCK TRAILBLAZERS
THE HU
ANNOUNCE DELUXE EDITION OF 2022 SOPHOMORE ALBUM
‘RUMBLE OF THUNDER’
DUE JUNE 30 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC;
PRE-ORDER HERE

BAND REVEAL NEW VERSION OF
“BLACK THUNDER”
FEATURING SERJ TANKIAN (SYSTEM OF A DOWN) & DL (BAD WOLVES)
SONG OUT DIGITALLY TODAY (3/31) ALONGSIDE EPIC MUSIC VIDEO

WATCH HERE | STREAM HERE

GROUP ADD INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL APPEARANCES INCLUDING GLASTONBURY (UK), LOUDER THAN LIFE & AFTERSHOCK (USA)

RUMBLE OF THUNDER: DELUXE ALBUM Cover Artwork
DOWNLOAD HERE

Following the success of their acclaimed 2022 sophomore effort RUMBLE OF THUNDER, groundbreaking Mongolian rock group THE HU—who use traditional Mongolian instrumentation, throat singing and perform entirely in their native language—have announced a deluxe version of the album will be released June 30 via Better Noise Music. RUMBLE OF THUNDER: DELUXE ALBUM will further highlight the band’s “stadium-sized metal riffs and thunderous vocal melodies” (Revolver Magazine) with seven new tracks: four acoustic renditions and three newly recorded singles featuring guest appearances and English-translated vocals from some of rock’s top musicians including William DuVall of Alice In Chains, Serj Tankian (System of A Down), DL of Bad Wolves and international solo artist LP (Laura Pergolizzi). Pre-orders for the album across all digital platforms as well as physically on CD and vinyl are available now at https://thehu.ffm.to/rumblethunderdeluxe.

THE HU have today (March 31) unveiled the deluxe album’s second single, the volcanic anthem “Black Thunder (feat. Serj Tankian and DL of Bad Wolves).” Following the release of the eco-conscious single “This Is Mongol (feat. William Duvall of Alice In Chains),” in February, “Black Thunder (feat. Serj Tankian and DL of Bad Wolves)” includes a refreshed look at the culturally shaped track with a new perspective and English-translated vocals. Its original “visually stunning” (Louder Sound) music video was filmed in THE HU’s home country of Mongolia, logging 3 million views to date. The video of the Serj Tankian and DL featured track directed by Michael Lombardi (The Retailiators, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach)–is also out today. View it streaming below or directly HERE.

“‘Black Thunder’—the latest single from our sophomore album, ‘Rumble of Thunder’—is the composition we worked on the longest, and because of that, we recorded many different variations of the song,” shares THE HU band leader GALA. “The lyrics and the video have several different meanings on the surface as well as on a deeper level. Therefore, every version of ‘Black Thunder’ carries a certain unique idea. Our producer and our band members were amazed by the additions that were made by DL and Serj and their unique singing styles, which added to our beloved song. DL’s powerful vocals, topped by the Serj’s signature voice and one-of-a-kind Armenian-American style, is shedding different light to The HU’s music. We hope our fans enjoy this featured version and feel the soul of the song through their ears.”

TANKIAN shares his experience working with THE HU, stating: “I had discovered the Hu’s music from a YouTube video that a friend sent me and was instantly struck by their powerful and delightful merging of Mongolian folk and metal. A few years back I had scored a film called Furious where we also used the legendary Tuva singing and heavy guitars. So, when they reached out to collaborate, I was intrigued. I appreciate the pride with which they represent their culture through music. It led me down a historical rabbit hole of Mongolians and Armenia. Genghis Khan conquered Armenia along with the rest of Europe, but the Mongols also later teamed up with Armenia to fight the Turkish hordes. Happy I had the chance to collaborate with the Hu and learn all of this in the process.”

Says DL: “Working on this version of The HU’s ‘Black Thunder’ was so much fun and so different from what I normally get to do. Their vision, their voices…they’re special. This is more than music, it’s a movement, it’s culture, and I’m honored that I was presented with the opportunity to be part of it.”

THE HU – “BLACK THUNDER (FEAT. SERJ TANKIAN and DL of BAD WOLVES)

A force to be reckoned with, THE HU’s music has received over 329 million combined streams across digital platforms, 290 million video views, two Top 5 Mainstream Rock charting radio singles, sold-out worldwide headlining tours and appearances at the biggest music festivals across the globe (Download, Coachella, Lollapalooza). The band were the first-ever rock/metal band to be awarded UNESCO’s “Artist For Peace” designation in 2022 and also were the first group and 12^th overall recipients of the highest state award in Mongolia, the Order of Genghis Khan, which was granted to the band by the President of Mongolia, Kh. Battulga in 2020. They have further added to these accreditations by becoming the first-ever Mongolian band to perform in the metaverse following their virtual concert, “Rumble of Thunder V1.1,” which took place last night (March 30).

THE HU will continue to bring forth their stimulating live show to fans across the world throughout 2023 with their summer “Rumble of Thunder 2023” European tour which includes appearances at Glastonbury Festival (UK), Hellfest (FR) and a return to Download Festival (UK) plus more. The group will also return to the U.S for festival appearances in the fall at Louder Than Life (9/21-24) in Louisville, KY and Aftershock Festival (10/5-8) in Sacramento, CA. Full dates and ticket information can be found at https://www.thehuofficial.com/tour-1.

THE HU TOUR DATES
6/7 Nickelsdorf, AT – Nova Rock
6/8 Interlaken, CH -Greenfield Festival
6/10 Southampton, UK – Southampton Guildhall
6/11 Donington, UK – Download Festival
6/13 Liverpool, UK – O2 Academy Liverpool
6/14 Bristol, UK – O2 Academy Bristol
6/16 Landgraaf, NL – Pinkpop 2023
6/17 Clisson, FR – Hellfest
6/20 Lille, FR – L’Aeronef
6/21 Norwich, UK – University of East Anglia
6/22 Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow
6/23 Newcastle, UK – NX Newcastle
6/24 Somerset, UK – Glastonbury Festival
6/27 Frankfurt, DE – Batschkapp
6/28 Strasbourg, FR – La Laiterie Artefact
6/30 Werchter, BE – Rock Werchter 2023
7/2 Heslinki, FI – Festival Helsinki
7/4 Hamburg, DE – Grosse Freiheit 26
7/5 Luxembourg, LU – Rockhal
7/6 Aix-les-bains, FR – Musilack 2023
7/8 Madrid, ES – Mad Cool Festival 2023
7/10 Marseille, FR – Espace Julien
7/12 Munich, DE – Backstage Werk
7/13 Dresden, DE – Alter Schlachtohf
7/15 Wroclaw, PL – Center Concert A2
7/16 Vizovice, CZ – Masters of Rock
7/17 Budapest, HU – Budapest Park
7/20 Bontida, RO – Electric Castle Festival
7/22 Nordfjordeid, NO – Malakoff Festival
9/23 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life Festival
10/6 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival

THE HU
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March 30, 2023

Goldenvoice Presents Power Trip: October 6, 7 And 8 At The Empire Polo Club In Indio, CA

DATE: MARCH 30, 2023

GOLDENVOICE PRESENTS

OCTOBER 6, 7 AND 8, 2023
AT THE EMPIRE POLO CLUB IN INDIO, CA,
THE WORLD’S GREATEST LIVE MUSIC DESTINATION
AND HOME OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL

A THREE-NIGHT EVENT SET IN BACKDROP OF THE AUTUMN DESERT
FEATURING SIX LOUD AND POWERFUL HEADLINERS
REGISTER NOW FOR ACCESS TO TICKETS STARTING
THURSDAY, APRIL 6 AT 10:00 AM (PT) ON POWERTRIP.LIVE

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A massive wall of sound will emerge in the desert this fall at the world’s greatest live music destination Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA with the arrival of POWER TRIP. It’s a three-day historic event set for October 6, 7 and 8 that will bring together six iconic bands that define loud and powerful music: Guns N’ Roses and Iron Maiden (Friday, October 6), AC/DC and Ozzy Osbourne (Saturday, October 7) and Metallica and Tool (Sunday, October 8).

This unique night-time desert setting with unmatched concert production will amplify the experience beyond the traditional stadium or parking lot concert norm with three double-billed headlining performances. This is the most rocking line-up to ever perform in an unparalleled location for heavy music audiences looking for an unforgettable weekend escape.

3-Day General Admission tickets start at $599 + fees, or turn the volume up with The Pit, Reserved Floor, Grandstand Seating options, and various VIP Packages. Learn more and register for first access to tickets starting Thursday, April 6 at 10:00 AM (PT) on powertrip.live. 50/50 payment plan available for general admission tickets.

Camping Trip: Camp at the Trip in ease. Options include Car & Tent Camping, ready-to-go 2 person Lodge/4 person tents, RV spots and more. Amenities and activities are available for all campers.

Accommodations include hotel packages: Bundle your Power Trip tickets with nearby hotel accommodations and “any line” shuttle passes. Available for groups of 2 or 4 people, exclusively through Valley Music Travel. Packages start at $3,199 + fees.

Music fans who want to commemorate the weekend can pre-order a Power Trip Commemorative Print. Frame the Power Trip memories by purchasing a premium quality giclee print poster delivered in advance of the show. Designed and printed by artist J. Bannon (and limited to 300), the posters are available in 18″x24″ on fine art textured stock.

For more information about ticket types, packages and more, head to powertrip.live.

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ABOUT GOLDENVOICE

Goldenvoice, creators of Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach: California’s Country Music Festival, operates successful Los Angeles and Bay Area music venues including the Fonda Theatre, The Roxy Theatre, El Rey Theatre, The Novo, Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall, The Regency Ballroom and The Warfield. Goldenvoice holds exclusive booking deals at Brookside at The Rose Bowl, Santa Barbara Bowl, Mountain Winery and Frost Amphitheatre. They also have produced events such as Desert Trip, Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival, Day N Vegas, Just Like Heaven and many more. Beginning as an independent punk rock promoter in the early 1980s, Goldenvoice grew to be the preeminent alternative promoter in Southern California by forging strong relationships with both bands and music fans. Currently, Goldenvoice promotes over 2,000 concerts a year in California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, Alaska and Canada plus recently adding North American tours to their growing list of accomplishments. For additional info, please visit www.Goldenvoice.com.

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March 29, 2023

BRIT FLOYD—THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE—Set To Launch Their “50 Years Of Dark Side” 100-Date 2023 North American Tour April 12 In Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

DATE: MARCH 29, 2023

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN/ANDREA FAULK

BRIT FLOYD—THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE—
SET TO LAUNCH THEIR
“50 YEARS OF DARK SIDE”
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
APRIL 12 IN HAMILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA

100-DATE 2023 TOUR TO BEGIN WITH FIRST LEG OF
50 SHOWS INCLUDING STOPS IN BOSTON, CHICAGO,
WASHINGTON DC, BALTIMORE AND ATLANTA
BEFORE WRAPPING JUNE 23 IN BOCA RATON, FL

BRIT FLOYD—The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience—are launching their “50 Years of Dark Side” North American Tour April 12 in Hamilton, Ontario. The 100-date 2023 tour will begin with the first leg of 50 shows including stops in Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, Baltimore and Atlanta before wrapping June 23 in Boca Raton, FL.

Photo credit: Patrick Kealey

“50 Years of Dark Side” celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album masterpiece The Dark Side of the Moon. For this year’s world tour–featuring over two and a half hours of Pink Floyd music encompassing the band’s iconic career–the team have created a show that includes state-of-the-art visuals (lights, lasers and animation) which are all presented with immersive soundscapes and virtuosic musicianship.

Formed in 2011, Brit Floyd features performances supported by an immense, immaculately curated state of the art production, reverently emulating the stunning soundscapes and visuals of Pink Floyd’s iconic catalog. Brit Floyd is a celebration of authenticity, featuring musicians handpicked by Damian Darlington. The 2023 touring band includes Darlington (Guitarist, Vocalist and Musical Director), Ian Cattell (Vocals, Bass), Edo Scordo (Guitars, Vocals), Matt Riddle (Keyboards, Synths, Hammond, Vocals), Arran Ahmun (Drums, Percussions), Ryan Saranich (Saxophone, Percussions, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards), Randy Cooke (Drums and Percussion), Eva Avila (Lead and Backing Vocals), Genevieve Little (Backing Vocals), Jessie Lee Houllier (Backing Vocals) and Chess Galea (Backing Vocals). Historically, the shows have featured guest appearances from musicians from Pink Floyd’s studio and road line-ups: bassist/vocalist Guy Pratt joined Brit Floyd onstage at the Echo Arena in Liverpool in 2013 and Pink Floyd saxophonist/guitarist Scott Page has performed with the band on numerous occasions, as have Pink Floyd backing vocalists Roberta Freeman and Durga McBroom.

The first leg of the 2023 tour dates are as follows with additional shows to be announced in the coming weeks.

DATE- VENUE – LOCATION
WED APRIL 12 – First Ontario Concert Hall – Hamilton, ON – TICKETS
FRI APRIL 14 – Casino Ballroom – Hampton Beach, NH – TICKETS
SAT APRIL 15 – Lyric Opera House – Baltimore, MD – TICKETS
SUN APRIL 16 – Veterans Memorial Auditorium – Providence, RI – TICKETS
TUE APRIL 18 – 1^st Summit Arena – Johnstown, PA – TICKETS
WED APRIL 19 – The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater – Syracuse, NY – TICKETS
FRI APRIL 21 – Benedum Center – Pittsburgh, PA – TICKETS
SAT APRIL 22 – Wind Creek Event Center – Bethlehem, PA – TICKETS
SUN APRIL 23 – Hershey Theatre – Hershey, PA – TICKETS
TUE APRIL 25 – The Auditorium Theater – Rochester, NY – TICKETS
WED APRIL 26 – Warner Theatre – Washington, DC – TICKETS
FRI APRIL 28 – Hard Rock Hotel And Casino – Atlantic City, NJ – TICKETS
SAT APRIL 29 – Toyota Oakdale Theater – Wallingford, CT – TICKETS
SUN APRIL 30 – The Orpheum – Boston, MA – TICKETS
MON MAY 1 – Kleinhans Music Hall – Buffalo, NY – TICKETS
WED MAY 3 – The Warner Theatre – Erie, PA – TICKETS
FRI MAY 5 – The Chicago Theatre – Chicago, IL – TICKETS
SAT MAY 6 – Genesee Theatre – Waukegan, IL – TICKETS
SUN MAY 7 – Riverside Theater – Milwaukee, WI – TICKETS
MON MAY 8 – Morris Performing Arts Center – South Bend, IN – TICKETS
WED MAY 10 – Brown County Music Center – Nashville, IN – TICKETS
THU MAY 11 – Huntington Center – Toledo, OH – TICKETS
FRI MAY 12 – PNC Pavilion At Riverbend – Cincinnati, OH – TICKETS
SAT MAY 13 – Rose Music Center At The Heights – Huber Heights, OH – TICKETS
MON MAY 15 – DeVos Performance Hall – Grand Rapids, MI – TICKETS
TUE MAY 16 – Foellinger Theatre – Fort Wayne, IN – TICKETS
MON MAY 18 – Masonic Temple- Detroit, MI – TICKETS
FRI MAY 19 – Jacobs Pavilion – Cleveland, OH – TICKETS
SAT MAY 20 – KEMBA Live! – Columbus, OH – TICKETS
SUN MAY 21 – FM Kirby Center – Wilkes-Barre, PA – TICKETS
TUE MAY 23 – Florida Theater – Jacksonville, FL – TICKETS –
THU MAY 25 – The Peabody – Daytona Beach, FL – TICKETS
FRI MAY 26 – Hertz Arena – Estero, FL – TICKETS
SAT MAY 27 – King Center – Melbourne, FL – TICKETS
TUE MAY 30 – Ruth Eckerd Hall – Clearwater, FL – TICKETS
THU JUNE 1 – Saenger Theatre – Pensacola, FL – TICKETS
FRI JUNE 2 – Simmons Bank Arena – Little Rock, AR – TICKETS
SAT JUNE 3 – The BJCC – Birmingham, AL
SUN JUNE 4 – Cobb Energy Center – Atlanta, GA – TICKETS
TUE JUNE 6 – Tulsa Theater – Tulsa, OK – TICKETS
WED JUNE 7 – The Midland – Kansas City, MO – TICKETS
THU JUNE 8 – Orpheum – Wichita, KS
SUN JUNE 11 – Revel – Albuquerque, NM
TUE JUNE 13 – Wagner Noel PAC – Midland, TX
WED JUNE 14 – Bayou Music Center – Houston ,TX
THU JUNE 15 – Austin City Limits At The Moody Theater – Austin, TX – TICKETS
FRI JUNE 16 – Will Rogers Auditorium – Fort Worth, TX
SUN JUNE 18 – Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium – Chattanooga, TN
TUE JUNE 20 – Tennessee Theatre – Knoxville, TN
WED JUNE 21 – Coliseum & Performing Arts Center – North Charleston, SC
FRI JUNE 23 – Mizner Park Amphitheatre – Boca Raton, FL

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience
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YouTube: @britfloydofficial

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March 23, 2023

NOTHING MORE Release “Best Times” Feat. Lacey Sturm (Flyleaf) Single/Video; Announce VEEPS Livestream Concert (4/9) Live From NYC

DT: MARCH 24, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

NOTHING MORE
REVEAL NEW VERSION OF ‘SPIRITS’ SINGLE
“BEST TIMES” FEAT. LACEY STURM (FLYLEAF)
OUT TODAY, MARCH 24;
PREMIERE MUSIC VIDEO

WATCH | LISTEN

3X GRAMMY-NOMINATED ROCK GROUP ANNOUNCE
VEEPS LIVESTREAM CONCERT
SUNDAY, APRIL 9
LIVE FROM HEADLINING NYC SHOW @ IRVING PLAZA
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

DEBUT GRAPHIC NOVEL
“SPIRITS VOL.1” (Z2 Comics) TO BE AVAILABLE ON UPCOMING HEADLINING “SPIRITS 2023” TOUR DATES AND VIA ONLINE PRE-ORDER SALES,

RESERVE A COPY HERE

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3x Grammy-nominated NOTHING MORE, lauded as one of mainstream rock’s most powerful and distinctive acts, have teamed up with rock singer/songwriter Lacey Sturm (Flyleaf) who is featured on a new version of the single “BEST TIMES” from NOTHING MORE’s 2022 album SPIRITS via Better Noise Music. “BEST TIMES (Feat. Lacey Sturm)” is out today (March 24), across all digital platforms and the group has also shared its music video, seen streaming below or HERE.

The music video for “BEST TIMES (Feat. Lacey Sturm)” was directed by Michael Lombardi (The Retaliators, Papa Roach, The HU) and takes an inside look at a couple’s relationship and how life’s ‘best times’ can sometimes pass us by without being acknowledged and is a reminder to appreciate those moments as they occur.

“This song is a real special one,” reveals NOTHING MORE frontman JONNY HAWKINS. “It’s definitely one of the most positive feel-good songs we’ve ever written and it obviously stands out on the album by being that ray of hope too. I didn’t think it could get any better, but when we thought about featuring another singer and Lacey’s name came up it was a no-brainer. She’s been a shining light and is one of those singers that makes you feel and believe every word out of her mouth whether you agree with it or not. We knew her voice would take it over the top… and that’s exactly what she did! We couldn’t be more proud to have her collaborate with us on this and to get it out to the world for everyone to feel and embrace when you need a song to help get you through.”

STURM comments: “I connected with Jonny’s story about his family struggles with his mother and sister. I love the painful beauty in any art that comes from wrestling with mental health and addiction. I’ve always looked for common ground with artists who deal with suicide prevention. My own struggle against self-destruction is also a struggle to not tear my loved ones apart. There is a perspective shift in this song. Like a suffocating cloud, the heaviness of life turns to thankfulness and even joy over what matters most. Pain and loss can turn the lights on inside us, allowing us to see the good, all the ‘Best Times,’ we couldn’t see before. I’m relieved to be reminded by this song to remember what matters most and find gratitude. I need it.”

NOTHING MORE will bring their riveting live performance to virtual audiences on Sunday, April 9 as they’ve partnered with VEEPS to host a livestream show from their headlining NYC tour stop at Irving Plaza. Tickets for the livestream event are on-sale now HERE. The stop is part of NOTHING MORE’s “SPIRITS 2023” U.S. tour which stretches from March 31 in Richmond, VA until the band’s featured set at Sonic Temple festival in Columbus, OH on May 28 and features supporting acts Crown The Empire and Thousand Below. The rock quartet will then make their way overseas to hit several of the top rock festivals across Europe including Hellfest (France), KNOTFEST (Italy), Graspop (Belgium) and more in addition to a newly added headlining show in London, UK on June 19 at O2 Islington Academy. Find all upcoming shows and tickets, plus VIP upgrade options at https://nothingmore.net/tourdates.

NOTHING MORE will be bringing copies of their debut graphic novel, “SPIRITS VOL.1,” (Z2 Comics) on upcoming tour dates for fans to purchase along with fulfilling all online pre-orders. The puzzle box narrative was written by Dan Watters (King Diamond’s Abigail, Lucifer, Azrael) and illustrated by Christian Rosado. Adhering to the themes of NOTHING MORE’s recent SPIRITS album, “SPIRTS VOL. 1” follows the lives of four individuals from 1952 to modern day, and examines how the unexpected manifestation of their spirit types alter and shape their destinies for a greater purpose. The spirit types were formed from the results of taking the band’s own meta-personality “SPIRITS TEST” released concurrent with the new album. Reserve your copy now HERE.

NOTHING MORE GLOBAL TOUR DATES
3/31 Richmond, VA – The National #
4/1 Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues #
4/2 St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live #
4/4 Harrisburg, PA – HMAC # **SOLD OUT**
4/5 Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall #
4/7 Philadelphia, PA – TLA # **SOLD OUT**
4/8 Worcester, MA – The Palladium #
4/9 New York, NY – Irving Plaza #
4/11 Evansville, IN – Victory Theatre #
4/12 Dubuque, AL – Five Flags Civic Center #
4/13 Clive, IA – Horizons Event Center #
4/15 Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore #
4/16 Omaha, NE – The Admiral #
4/17 Denver, CO – Ogden Theater #
4/19 Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex #
4/21 Calgary, AB – The Palace Theater #
4/22 Edmonton, AB – Midway #
4/24 Vancouver, BC – The Commodore Ballroom #
4/25 Boise, ID – The Knitting Factory #
4/27 Seattle, WA – Neptune #
4/28 Portland, OR – The Roseland Theater #
4/29 Spokane, WA – The Knitting Factory #
5/1 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades # **SOLD OUT**
5/2 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades #
5/3 Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco #
5/5 San Diego, CA – Observatory Northpark #
5/6 Phoenix, AZ – UFEST 2023 @ AK Chin Pavillion (with Godsmack, I Prevail)
5/26 Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre
5/27 Moline, IL – The Rust Belt
5/28 Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple
6/8 Gdansk, PL – Mystic Festival
6/10 Nickelsdorf, AT – Nova Rock 2023
6/11 Hradec Kralove, CZ – Rock for People
6/16 Clisson, FR – Hellfest 2023
6/17 Dessel, BE – Graspop Festival
6/19 London, UK – O2 Islington Academy
6/21 Wetzikon/Unter-wetzikon, CH – Heavy Load Festival Wetzikon 2023
6/24 Hockenheim, DE – Download Festival
6/25 Bologna, IT – KNOTFEST Italy 2023
6/29 Lisbon, PT – Evil Live Festival
6/30 Viveiro, ES – Resurrection Fest 2023
# with Crown The Empire & Thousand Below

NOTHING MORE are known for building unapologetically massive anthems from catchy hooks and utilizing thought-provoking emotionalism and rich melodicism throughout their music. Named as one of “22 Artists Shaping the Future of Rock,” alongside Nine Inch Nails, Twenty One Pilots and Bring Me The Horizon via Kerrang!, NOTHING MORE have garnered over a half dozen Top 10 singles at Mainstream Rock Radio, three Grammy Award nominations, 120 million video views and nearly 700 million combined streams across Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Pandora and Deezer.

On their new album SPIRITS, NOTHING MORE documents the tumultuous time the world experienced over the past two years capturing the desperation and isolation of lockdown, the spiral of substance abuse, the pain of broken relationships, and survival in self-reliance.

Stream/download SPIRITS now at: https://nothingmore.ffm.to/spirits

Take the SPIRITS TEST at https://spiritstest.com/ & share your result online using #SpiritsTest

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March 22, 2023

Allen Kovac’s Independent Music Label BETTER NOISE MUSIC Announces Pivotal New Hires & Promotions After Stellar 2022

DT: MARCH 22, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

BETTER NOISE MUSIC (BNM)
ANNOUNCES
PIVOTAL NEW HIRES AND PROMOTIONS
PROMOTIONS COME AFTER STELLAR 2022

BNM NAMED Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label of 2022
AND #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2022

BETTER NOISE MUSIC (BNM)—the leading independent music label founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac whose roster boasts many of mainstream rock’s top acts including FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, HELLYEAH, ASKING ALEXANDRIA, BAD WOLVES and NOTHING MORE—has announced a series of new hires and promotions across the company’s global offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Toronto and Sydney. The label was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label as well as #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2022; the latter distinction is a historic one since the label has held this title for five consecutive years (2018-2022).

Internally, BETTER NOISE MUSIC has promoted Trish Sterling to VP, Marketing from her position as Senior Label Manager. Claudia Mancino has been promoted to International Director of Press & Promotion from her prior role as UK & Europe Promotions Manager. Harris Masood, who joined BETTER NOISE in 2013 as a Finance Manager and has since worked his way up the ranks to his most recent title, SVP, Finance, has been promoted to CFO. Chekesha McCalla has also been promoted to VP, Finance from her role as Director of Financial Operations. Additional promotions include Dan Sears to Director of Production and Michael Filippone to Finance Manager.

Better Noise Music President Dan Waite commented on the promotions and new hires: “As Better Noise Music expands in both roster, territories and consumption of our artists music, to be able to promote from within is testament to the development of the teams within Better Noise Music. We attract world class artists to our label who benefit from our US and international offices, and our global approach to radio, touring and streaming. Additionally, the new hires are learning the Better Noise Music artist development way, and their contributions are already visible and tangible.”

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The company has also announced several new hires. Michael Lombardi has been appointed as Head of Production and Development. Lombardi co-produced and starred in Better Noise’s film production company, Better Noise Films recent 2022 release THE RETALIATORS and has directed and co-produced recent music videos and digital content for label’s past and current acts including PAPA ROACH, MÖTLEY CRÜE, THE HU and more.

Additional Better Noise staff hires include former SONY staffer Paolo Bettaglio as Senior Director of Digital Marketing & Audience Growth; his first act was hiring Elise Nye as Senior Manager of Digital Marketing & Audience Growth.

Further rounding off the new hires are Chandler Booth as Marketing Manager and Liam Kay as Production Coordinator.

“The promotions and new hires come on the back of once again being the top mainstream rock label and imprint,” says Better Noise Music COO Steve Kline. “Our commitment to A&R, artist development, marketing and data analysis along with our strategic partnerships across radio give us the unique recipe for success that makes us the leading label in rock with highlights such as Asking Alexandria celebrating their first-ever #1 single, ‘Alone Again,’ in 2021 after signing with Better Noise earlier that year and having our long-time artists Five Finger Death Punch break rock chart records by landing ten consecutive #1’s at Mainstream Rock Radio with 2022’s ‘Welcome To The Circus,’ their 15^th#1 single overall.”

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BETTER NOISE MUSIC achieved the aforementioned accolades following a highly successful 2022 including two Active Rock #1’s from Five Finger Death Punch (“Times Like These” and “Afterlife”), three #5’s—two in Active Rock: Bad Wolves (“If Tomorrow Never Comes”) and Nothing More (“Tired of Winning”) and one in Alternative: Dirty Heads (“Life’s Been Good”)—as well as two songs in the Active Rock Top 10 including Asking Alexandria’s “Never Gonna Learn” (#6) and Five Finger Death Punch’s “Welcome To The Circus” (#8).

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March 21, 2023

CTS EVENTIM, MAMMOTH, INC. And AG TOURING To Partner For Major U.S. And Global Tours

DATE: MARCH 21, 2023

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN

CTS EVENTIM, MAMMOTH, INC. AND AG TOURING
TO PARTNER FOR MAJOR U.S. AND GLOBAL TOURS

CTS EVENTIM, one of the world’s leading providers of ticketing and live entertainment, U.S. promoters MAMMOTH, INC., and AG ENTERTAINMENT TOURING have today (March 21) announced the creation of a new joint venture. Through this partnership, EVENTIM, MAMMOTH and AG will strengthen their positions in the worldwide touring market, signing top level acts for U.S. and global tours. All three entities will utilize their vast resources and networks to the partnership.

Music industry veterans MAMMOTH co-founders Jeff Fortier and Josh Hunt have built an extensive infrastructure for booking, promotion, and production of events across the U.S. EVENTIM will provide full access to the international EVENTIM LIVE network as well as its portfolio of products and services around live events and ticketing. The partnership with MAMMOTH and AG ENTERTAINMENT sees the EVENTIM LIVE network grow to 38 promoters active around the globe and further strengthens the footprint of EVENTIM LIVE in the U.S. EVENTIM will hold the majority in the new venture and fully consolidate its financials according to IFRS.

Klaus-Peter Schulenberg, CEO of CTS EVENTIM, says: “North America is the largest market in the world for live entertainment and ticketing. Expanding our presence in the U.S. market is an essential part of our global expansion strategy. We are looking forward to working with the teams at Mammoth and AG to bring exciting tours to fans in the US and around the world.”

Josh Hunt, MAMMOTH comments: “We have really enjoyed getting to know Klaus-Peter, Frithjof and others on the Eventim team. We’re very excited to further build our connections in their network and continue expanding our touring footprint together with Eventim, AG and all of our co-promoters, friends and partners across the globe. Mammoth was built on mutually beneficial partnerships with our friends, these latest steps with AG and Eventim are a continuation of that philosophy.”

“This global partnership with Eventim and Mammoth is an exciting opportunity for AG,” says James Crawford, Co-Owner of AG ENTERTAINMENT TOURING. “Being a part of this collaboration is sure to bring noticeable touring growth to everyone involved and we’re thrilled to be a part of the team.”

About CTS EVENTIM

CTS EVENTIM is one of the leading international providers of ticketing services and live entertainment with more than 250 million tickets marketed per year using the Company’s systems – via physical box offices, online, or from mobile devices. Its online portals operate under brands such as eventim.de, oeticket.com, ticketcorner.ch, ticketone.it, and eventim.com. The promoter network EVENTIM LIVE is recognized as the third largest promoter in the world according to Pollstar’s global promoter ranking 2022. Its concert, tour, and festival promoter companies sold more than 20 million tickets in 2022 for events including Rock am Ring, Rock im Park, Hurricane, Southside, and Lucca Summer. In addition, CTS EVENTIM operates some of Europe’s most renowned venues: the LANXESS Arena in Cologne, the K.B. Hallen in Copenhagen, the Waldbühne in Berlin, and the EVENTIM Apollo in London. CTS Eventim AG & Co. KGaA (ISIN DE 0005470306) has been listed on the stock exchange since 2000 and is currently a member of the MDAX segment.

About AG ENTERTAINMENT TOURING

AG ENTERTAINMENT, Inc was created in 1996 by Alex “AG” Gidewon as a nightlife company based in Atlanta, GA that has been known across the Southeast region for throwing the hottest parties. The AG brand grew rapidly and within the past 15 years, Alex Gidewon and his business partner James Crawford saw an opportunity to expand the business by creating AG ENTERTAINMENT Touring. An elite worldwide touring company brings the biggest and hottest artists in the music game to cities across the U.S. AG ENTERTAINMENT Touring has traveled all around the nation showcasing some of the biggest talents such as Lil Baby, Future, Da Baby, City Girls, Lil Durk, Gunna, Gucci Mane, Rod Wave, Nardo Wick, and many more.

About MAMMOTH, INC.

Established in 2006, MAMMOTH is a live music entertainment company producing a wide range of events including full scale festivals and tour booking. Venues include arenas, small independent clubs, numerous boutique amphitheaters, over 40 historic indoor theaters throughout the country, as well as an independently owned venue portfolio. MAMMOTH holds relationships with promoters and venues, works with agents to route shows, markets tour dates with regional and national partners, as well as coordinates day of show operations and production. MAMMOTH is co-owned by Jeff Fortier and Josh Hunt who together have over 62+ years of combined music industry experience. The company operates offices in Lawrence, KS, Kansas City, MO, New York, Los Angeles, the Pacific Northwest and more.

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