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Photo credit: Casey King Irish folk trio Kingfishr have released “The Sunnyside of the Street”, a highlight from the forthcoming tribute album 20th Century Paddy - The Songs of Shane MacGowan. The collection celebrates the enduring legacy of the late Irish songwriter through fresh performances by a range of acclaimed artists, showcasing the lasting influence of his storytelling across generations. Kingfisher’s rendition offers a heartfelt take on the classic, capturing the emotional weight of...

Photo credit: Steve Gullick UK band Loathe have unveiled their long-awaited third studio album, A Stranger To You, out now through SharpTone Records. Known for blending crushing metal with lush atmosphere, the band continues to push beyond genre boundaries, weaving together elements of shoegaze, progressive metal and breakdowns into a sound that feels distinctly their own. The record features appearances from Jordan Rakei, Static Dress, Mansur Brown, NOWHERE2RUN and bucki sugar, while...

Photo by Blake Walters Upstate New York pop-punk band Double XP released their debut album All A Game, featuring singles “Fly You Fool”, “Anakin on Mustafar” and “Hangman”. “1 HP”, the opening track captures the band’s energetic pop-punk sound, with lyrics about pushing through life’s toughest moments and finding strength to keep moving forward. Vocalist Nick Rossi explains that it’s about refusing to give up and proving your resilience in the face of adversity. The title All A Game reflects...