#solo-album

[ follow ]
beth-gibbons
Consequence
1 month ago
Music

Portishead's Beth Gibbons premieres new single "Reaching Out"

Beth Gibbons releases single 'Reaching Out' from upcoming solo album
Interactive visualizer accompanies the song [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Portishead's Beth Gibbons Announces Debut Solo Album, Shares New Song

Beth Gibbons of Portishead has announced her debut solo album called Lives Outgrown, which will be released on May 11.
The album explores themes of aging, hopelessness, and goodbye, reflecting Gibbons' own experiences and emotions. [ more ]
morebeth-gibbons
andre-3000
Pitchfork
1 month ago
Music

Andre 3000, Kamasi Washington, Laufey, and More to Perform at Newport Jazz Festival 2024

Newport Jazz Festival returns after 70 years with a lineup of diverse and acclaimed artists.
André 3000 set to perform at various festivals in support of his solo album, New Blue Sun. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Andre 3000 to Perform New Blue Sun at Big Ears Festival 2024

André 3000 brings New Blue Sun Live show to Big Ears Festival 2024
Unique, intimate concerts across four days in Knoxville, Tennessee [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Music

Andre 3000 sets nationwide tour for flute album 'New Blue Sun,' with 5 dates in L.A.

André 3000 is going on tour to support his first solo album, 'New Blue Sun,' which was released in November.
The tour will include live shows in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Detroit, Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Chicago

Andre 3000 Announces New Blue Sun Live Tour

André 3000 is going on a tour in support of his surprise debut solo album, New Blue Sun.
The tour begins later this month and stretches into March and André 3000 will be joined by other musicians to bring the album to life. [ more ]
moreandre-3000
music
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

By Storm's RiTchie Announces Debut Album, Shares Video for New Song Featuring Amine

RiTchie announces debut solo album Triple Digits [112] releasing on April 5.
RiTchie co-founded Injury Reserve, later formed By Storm after Groggs passed away. [ more ]
Consequence
3 months ago
Music

Portishead's Beth Gibbons teases debut solo album

Beth Gibbons will be releasing her debut solo album, Lives Outgrown, soon via Domino.
The album explores personal transitions, fears of the unknown, and growth beyond the constraints of the physical world. [ more ]
Consequence
4 months ago
Music

Wolf Parade's Dan Boeckner announces debut solo album, shares "Lose": Stream

Dan Boeckner is releasing his debut solo album, Boeckner!, on March 15th.
The lead single from the album, "Lose," is described as a euphoric noise-rock jam. [ more ]
Pitchfork
4 months ago
Music

Devon Welsh Announces New Album Come With Me If You Want to Live, Shares Song

Devon Welsh announces new solo album
Album described as a fantasy and action movie soundtrack [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
5 months ago
Music

Marcellus Hall (Railroad Jerk/White Hassle) announces new album - listen to "One Night"

Marcellus Hall is releasing a new solo album, his first in 10 years.
"One Night" is the first single from the album, accompanied by a video.
The album features regular collaborators Damon Smith and Mike Shapiro. [ more ]
Consequence
5 months ago
Music

Scott Stapp unveils new song "Black Butterfly": Stream

Scott Stapp has released a new song titled 'Black Butterfly' from his upcoming solo album.
The song has a hard-rocking sound with anthemic chorus and Middle Eastern-inspired guitar solo.
Stapp's lyrics are aspirational and focus on growth and self-awareness. [ more ]
moremusic
kerry-king
Consequence
3 months ago
Music

Heavy Song of the Week: Kerry King Strikes Back with the Blistering Ripper "Idle Hands"

Kerry King's solo debut single 'Idle Hands' is a direct extension of Slayer's sound
The rest of King's solo band includes members from Slayer, Hellyeah, and ex-Machine Head [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

New songs: Shabazz Palaces, Laetitia Sadier, Becca Mancari, more

Stereolab singer Laetitia Sadier will release a new solo album
Former Slayer guitarist Kerry King is releasing a solo debut album [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

Slayer's Kerry King announces debut solo album, shares "Idle Hands"

Slayer guitarist Kerry King has announced his debut solo album, From Hell I Rise, featuring a lineup of well-known musicians.
The album covers various religious topics, war entries, and has a mix of punk, thrash, and heavy metal elements. [ more ]
Consequence
3 months ago
Music

Kerry King announces debut solo album, unveils first single "Idle Hands"

Kerry King has announced his debut solo album, From Hell I Rise, along with the lead single "Idle Hands."
King has formed a post-Slayer band with members including drummer Paul Bostaph, bassist Kyle Sanders, guitarist Phil Demmel, and vocalist Mark Osegueda. [ more ]
morekerry-king
Consequence
1 week ago
Music

Ceci Bastida on Tijuana No and Her New Solo Album Everything Taken Away: Podcast

Ceci Bastida discusses her band Tijuana No, the '90s ska scene, and her solo album Everything Taken Away. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 week ago
Music

Life after Florida Georgia Line: Brian Kelley ready to reintroduce himself with new solo album | amNewYork

Brian Kelley, of Florida Georgia Line fame, will release a solo album, 'Tennessee Truth', featuring anthemic country songs influenced by rural living and good times. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
4 days ago
Music

Jessica Boudreaux (Summer Cannibals) announces new album 'The Faster I Run,' shares "Back Then"

Jessica Boudreaux from Summer Cannibals announces solo album 'The Faster I Run' following battling breast cancer and breakup of band. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 weeks ago
Music

Mandy (Melkbelly) breaks down debut LP 'Lawn Girl' track by track

Miranda Winters released her debut solo album 'Lawn Girl' under the name Mandy, with '90s indie/grunge vibes similar to Melkbelly. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 weeks ago
Music

Joe Gittleman (ex-Bosstones) announces debut solo LP, shares new song

Joe Gittleman, former bassist of The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, announces debut solo album 'Hold Up' with nostalgic sound. [ more ]
London Jazz News
4 weeks ago
Music

Fred Hersch - 'Silent, Listening'

Pianist Fred Hersch's solo album for ECM blends experimental originals with carefully chosen standards, showcasing his exemplary performance and sensitivity to sound. [ more ]
Consequence
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

RM of BTS announces second solo album Right Place, Wrong Person

RM of BTS announced new solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' for release on May 24th, focusing on personal experiences and unique artistic depth. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
Music

Deerhoof's Greg Saunier Announces Debut Solo Album, Shares Video for New Song

Greg Saunier's debut solo album 'We Sang, Therefore We Were' arrives on April 26, with the lead single 'Grow Like a Plant' showcasing his vocals, guitar, bass, and drumming prowess.
Saunier plays all the instruments on his solo album, inspired by influences like Captain Beefheart and Igor Stravinsky, exploring themes of arrogance, self-annihilation, and modern day fascism. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
Music

Adrianne Lenker: Bright Future

Lenker's solo album is recorded straight to tape with raw, intimate moments reflecting spontaneity and impermanence.
The album captures a blend of folk rock outlines and negative spaces, embodying an aesthetic that aligns with Lenker's introspective, memory-evoking songwriting. [ more ]
Vulture
2 months ago
Music

A Timeline of Normani Not Releasing Her Debut Album

Normani announced her solo-album title 'DOPAMINE THE ALBUM' after a long wait and teasing since 2018.
Despite skepticism due to past delays, Normani confirmed the album's existence and expressed gratitude to fans for support. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Kim Gordon Shares Video for New Song "I'm a Man"

Kim Gordon releases second single from upcoming album
Music video directed by Alex Ross Perry [ more ]
Consequence
3 months ago
Podcast

Kobra Paige on Going Solo and Social Media's Mental Effect: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Kobra Paige is set to release her debut solo album, Like No Other.
Paige discusses her struggles with social media and the impact it has on her mental state. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Brittany Howard: What Now

Brittany Howard's solo work is characterized by experimentation and a blend of different musical genres.
Her new album, What Now, is described as looser and brawnier, with a grab-bag approach to its sound. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

Indie Basement (2/2): J Mascis, Lee Scratch Perry, Kirn J Callinan, more

There are six new albums out this week, including J. Mascis, Kirin J Callinan, and Lee "Scratch" Perry's posthumous album.
Beth Gibbons from Portishead announced a solo album, along with other album announcements from Pet Shop Boys, Dehd, and Shack's Michael Head. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Music

Bay Area fingerstyle guitarist releases first solo album in nearly two decades

Teja Gerken, a fingerstyle guitarist, has released his first solo album in nearly two decades titled Test of Time.
Gerken's album is a blend of classical, jazz, and traditional folk music and has been praised for its impeccable playing and sonic marvel. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Heems Announces First Album in Nearly a Decade, Shares New Song

Heems has announced his first solo album in nearly a decade, which will be released on February 16th.
The album, titled Lafandar, features collaborations with various artists including Saul Williams, Kool Keith, and Open Mike Eagle. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

The Dirty Three's Jim White preps first-ever solo album, shares "Names Make the Name"

Jim White, drummer for The Dirty Three, is releasing his first solo album called All Hits: Memories on March 29.
The album features co-production from Guy Picciotto and includes six songs co-written by Picciotto. [ more ]
Pitchfork
4 months ago
Music

Big Thief's Adrianne Lenker Announces New Album and Tour, Shares New Song "Sadness as a Gift"

Adrianne Lenker has announced her new solo album titled Bright Future, set to release on March 22.
The album was co-produced with Philip Weinrobe and features collaborations with Nick Hakim, Mat Davidson, and Josefin Runsteen. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
4 months ago
Music

Devon Welsh (Majical Cloudz) announces new solo LP, shares first single "You Can Do Anything"

Devon Welsh has announced a new solo album called Come With Me If You Want To Live, set to release on March 15.
Welsh describes the album as a soundtrack for a film that doesn't exist and a personal fantasy album. [ more ]
Consequence
4 months ago
Music

Radiohead's Ed O'Brien says he's "deep into" next solo album

Ed O'Brien gives an update on his next solo album
Calls for a ceasefire in Israel-Hamas conflict [ more ]
Consequence
5 months ago
Music

Vince Clarke on Ambient Music, Blade Runner, and Erasure's Next LP

Vince Clarke discusses his first solo album, 'Songs of Silence', which draws inspiration from drone and ambient music.
Clarke talks about his accidental creative process and how music videos add another dimension to songs. [ more ]
Consequence
5 months ago
Music

Mick Mars unveils new song "Right Side of Wrong": Stream

Mick Mars has released the second single, "Right Side of Wrong," from his upcoming debut solo album.
The song explores the theme of differing perspectives and conflicts in interpersonal relationships and society as a whole. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
5 months ago
Music

J. Robbins announces new solo LP & 2024 tour, shares "Exquisite Corpse"

J. Robbins of Jawbox is releasing a new solo album called Basilisk on February 2 via Dischord.
The album was engineered, mixed, and produced by J. Robbins himself and features guest contributors including Brooks Harlan, Darren Zentek, Gordon Withers, and others. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
5 months ago
Music

David Holmes (Unloved, 'Killing Eve') tells us about his Top 10 Albums of 2023

David Holmes is a composer for film and TV, but also has a career as a DJ and solo artist.
His latest solo album features vocalist Raven Violet and socially conscious songs.
Holmes' Top 10 albums of the year include artists like Jaimie Branch, Goat, and Fontaines DC. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
5 months ago
Music

Charlotte Adigery collaborator Bolis Pupul announces new solo album, shares "Completely Half"

Belgium-based electronic artist Bolis Pupul has announced a new solo album titled 'Letter To Yu,' set to be released on March 8.
The album is a love letter to Bolis' Hong Kong-born mother and is inspired by his roots and first visit to Hong Kong.
The first single from the album, 'Completely Half,' is a slinky synthpop track with a music video filmed in Hong Kong. [ more ]
Consequence
5 months ago
Music

Ace Frehley announces new album 10,000 Volts, shares title track: Stream

Ace Frehley announces new solo album, 10,000 Volts
Album gives off '80s glam metal vibe with pop-centric tunes and fiery solos
Frehley won't be appearing at KISS' final concerts [ more ]
The New Yorker
5 months ago
Music

Andre 3000 Disrupts Our Sense of Time

André Benjamin, also known as André 3000, has released his début solo album after years of being away from the spotlight and focusing on everyday activities.
His new album, "New Blue Sun," is an instrumental album featuring woodwinds, with no singing or rapping.
Benjamin chose to focus on instrumental music because he felt he had run out of things to rap about and wanted to explore different artistic expressions. [ more ]
Pitchfork
5 months ago
Music

Andre 3000: New Blue Sun

New Blue Sun is André 3000's debut solo album which explores new age, ambient jazz, and spiritual discovery.
The album is a departure from André 3000's previous work and showcases his versatility as an artist. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
Music

Andre 3000's first solo album is finally on its way. Why it won't have any rap a la Outkast

André 3000's debut solo album, "New Blue Sun," will be released soon.
This album will be André 3000's first new music in 17 years.
André 3000's album will feature his woodwind skills rather than rap.
Outkast, the rap duo André 3000 is known for, released their last album in 2006 and went on hiatus afterward. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Music

Andre 3000 Announces Debut Solo Album (With No Rapping)

Andre 3000, one-half of Outkast, is releasing a solo instrumental album called 'New Blue Sun' with no words.
The album is centered around woodwinds and influenced by Laraaji, Brian Eno, Alice Coltrane, Steve Reich, and Pharoah Sanders.
Andre 3000 has expressed a shift away from rapping and towards experimenting with instruments, particularly wind instruments. [ more ]
Consequence
6 months ago
Music

Sophie Lloyd on Struggling with Imposter Syndrome After Her "Career Started Unconventionally"

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast featuring women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Guitarist Sophie Lloyd released her debut solo album, Imposter Syndrome, featuring several guest vocalists. [ more ]
Consequence
6 months ago
Music

J Mascis announces new album What Do We Do Now, shares "Can't Believe We're Here"

J Mascis has announced his fifth solo album, What Do We Do Now, set to release on February 2nd.
The album features guest performances from The B-52's Ken Mauri and Matthew 'Doc' Dunn.
Mascis wanted to add full drums and electric leads to create a more band-like sound. [ more ]
Vulture
6 months ago
Music

Did Someone Order an Andre 3000 Flute Album?

André 3000 is releasing his first solo album, which features no words but instead focuses on flute and other wind instruments.
The album is described as a living, breathing, aural organism and features collaborations with jazz and instrumental musicians.
André 3000 expresses his desire to make a rap album in the future, but wants to find a unique and appealing way to express himself at his current age. [ more ]
Pitchfork
6 months ago
Music

J Mascis Announces New Album What Do We Do Now, Shares Video for New Song

J Mascis has announced a new solo album titled What We Do Now.
The album is set to release on February 2 via Sub Pop.
The lead single from the album, "Can't Believe We're Here," features a star-studded music video. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
6 months ago
Music

Andre 3000 releasing first-ever solo album this Friday

André 3000 is releasing his first solo album, New Blue Sun, this Friday.
The album is experimental and minimalist, and features André playing the flute and other wind instruments.
It is not a rap record, with no bars or beats, but instead offers provocative song titles. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
6 months ago
Music

J. Mascis announces new solo album, shares "Can't Believe We're Here"

J. Mascis, of Dinosaur Jr, will be releasing his fifth solo album on February 2.
The album features mostly acoustic guitar but also includes drums and electric leads.
The first single from the album is 'Can't Believe We're Here'. [ more ]
[ Load more ]