PARACHUTE SETS RELEASE DATE

This just in! Parachute confirmed that their album, 'Losing Sleep', will be released everywhere on May 19th. The band's debut on Mercury/Island Def Jam Music Group takes off from the individual members' shared histories, from “She Is Love”, the ballad torch song and first single, with its Van Morrison-like scatting by lead singer Will Anderson, to Nate McFarland's chiming, The Edge-styled chunks of guitar laced through "Back Again", "Under Control", "Ghost", "Words Meet Heartbeats", and "All That I Am".

Plus, check an exclusive acoustic performances from Parachute's recent visit with CosmoGirl.com!

Parachute with O.A.R. Tour Dates
April 25 - Cortland, NY - SUNY/Cortland
April 26 - Altoona, PA - Penn State - Altoona
April 28 - Philadelphia, PA - World Cafe Live
April 29 - Rochester, NY - RIT Gordon Field House
May 2 - Fredonia, NY - SUNY/Fredonia

*Win a pair of tickets to see Parachute perform with O.A.R. here.

MORE NEW MUSIC FROM THE SOUNDS

The Sounds have released another song from their upcoming album. They are also about to embark on a HUGE tour with No Doubt & Paramore.

I need tickets to this SOLD OUT show!! You know I'm a big fan...

Check out 4 Songs & A Fight! Happy Friday!!

www.myspace.com/thesounds

LOLLAPALOOZA LINEUP

Lollapalooza has announced an amazing lineup for the fest happening in August at Grant Park in Chicago! This lineup is soo much better than what Coachella had to offer just this past weekend.

Looks like Ill be taking a trip to the Windy City!!


* Depeche Mode
* Tool
* The Killers
* Jane's Addiction
* Beastie Boys
* Kings of Leon

* Lou Reed
* Ben Harper and Relentless7
* Thievery Corporation
* Snoop Dogg
* Rise Against
* Andrew Bird
* TV on the Radio

* Vampire Weekend
* The Decemberists
* Neko Case
* STS9 (Sound Tribe Sector 9)
* Animal Collective
* Band of Horses
* Of Montreal

* Arctic Monkeys
* Coheed and Cambria
* Ben Folds
* Fleet Foxes
* Silversun Pickups
* Kaiser Chiefs
* Crystal Castles
* Bon Iver
* Santigold
* Atmosphere
* Dan Auerbach
* Cold War Kids
* Deerhunter
* Lykke Li
* Robert Earl Keen
* Peter Bjorn and John
* Heartless Bastards
* Gomez
* Glasvegas
* Federico Aubele
* Dan Deacon
* Passion Pit
* Zap Mama
* The Raveonettes
* The Gaslight Anthem

* The Airborne Toxic Event
* White Lies
* Ra Ra Riot
* No Age
* Asher Roth
* Los Campesinos!
* Bat For Lashes
* Chairlift
* Gang Gang Dance
* The Virgins
* Amazing Baby
* Portugal. The Man
* The Knux
* Ida Maria
* Delta Spirit
* Friendly Fires
* Manchester Orchestra
* Constantines
* Ezra Furman & The Harpoons
* Hockey
* Miike Snow
* Alberta Cross
* Hey Champ
* Sam Roberts Band
* The Henry Clay People
* Davy Knowles and Back Door Slam
* Cage the Elephant
* Living Things
* The Low Anthem
* Blind Pilot
* Langhorne Slim
* Other Lives
* The Builders and The Butchers
* Eric Church
* Joe Pug
* Kevin Devine
* The Greencards
* Carney
* Thenewno2

And spinning at PERRY'S

* Bassnectar
* MSTRKRFT
* Simian Mobile Disco
* Deadmau5
* Boys Noize
* KiD CuDi
* Crookers
* A-Trak
* Hercules and Love Affair (DJ Set)
* The Bloody Beetroots (DJ Set)
* LA Riots
* Kaskade
* The Glitch Mob
* Hollywood Holt
* Rye Rye
* He Say, She Say
* Car Stereo (Wars)
* Dark Wave Disco
* Moneypenny
* Yello Fever
* Animal Collective (DJ Set)

www.lollapalooza.com

IN CASE YOU MISSED EM...

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs performed "Heads Will Roll" on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

THE WIZARDS FROM OZ

My favorite Australian brother & sister duo, Angus & Julia stone had an in-store performance & signing at Amoeba Records in Los Angeles yesterday. They performed songs from the current album, A BOOK LIKE THIS.

You can catch them again tonight at the Troubadour in West Hollywood!

WALKING ON A DREAM - OUT NOW!!

EMPIRE OF THE SUN'S DEBUT ALBUM WALKING ON A DREAM OUT ON ASTRALWERKS NOW!

Empire Of The Sun release their debut album Walking On A Dream on Astralwerks today.
The electro- psychedelic project led by Luke Steele, the enigmatic wunderkind behind Australia's The Sleepy Jackson and Pnau's Nick Littlemore has already reached Platinum status at home in Australia and has been a chart hit worldwide.

Empire Of The Sun's "Walking On A Dream" is this week's iTunes Single of the Week. What does that mean? It means you should head over to iTunes or click the link below and get a free MP3 of the song that was described as "the hottest record in the world" by Zane Lowe's BBC1 Radio show. Enjoy!!

"Walking On A Dream" Single of the Week on iTunes

In addition, "Walking on a Dream" is heating up at Specialty Radio and is currently #5* on the FMQB Singles Chart.

Exotic, lavish, larger-than-life, Empire Of The Sun brings together these two unlikely collaborators from Australian pop. Their friendship which Luke describes as "this fireball of electricity", eventually resulted in Walking On A Dream - a bold, visionary and brilliant album, which manages to sound exhilaratingly contemporary, audaciously forward-looking, yet also curiously archaic all at once. From Nick and Luke's collective unconscious arose a rare marriage of rock and electronica, immediacy and depth, futurism and tradition, hi-tech production and creative spontaneity, pop melody and the cinematic.

The video for "Walking On A Dream" has received over 3.8 million YouTube views. The fantastic video, filmed in Shanghai can be seen here: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=zmM2RwlxGt0

Their new video for "We Are The People", filmed in Mexico has already received over 700,000 YouTube views in just 7 weeks. You can check it out here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a47Y1lCRHlM

http://www.myspace.com/empireofthesunsound OR http://www.walkingonadream.com/

WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO - THE CRYSTAL METHOD

The new video for The Crystal Method's single "Drown in the Now" off the forthcoming release, Divided By Night, is an intense visual interpretation of the album title and cover art, as reggae rocker Matisyahu rhymes his way across a black and white animated urban landscape.

Divided By Night will be released on May 12th and includes collaborations with Matisyahu, Peter Hook (Joy Division, New Order), Samantha Maloney (Hole, Peaches), Jason Lytle (Grandaddy), Emily Haines (Metric), Meiko, Justin Warfield (She Wants Revenge) and LMFAO.

The Crystal Method received rave reviews for their Coachella performance this past weekend, which included a surprise performance by Divided By Night collaborators LMFAO. Don't miss as they take the show across the US in May, or better yet - ENTER TO WIN a VIP flyaway to their Vegas Mandalay Bay appearance HERE: http://promo.livenation.com/sweepstakes/thecrystalmethod//?c=dm-08000341

U.S Tour Dates
4/15 Petaluma, CA - Phoenix Theatre

5/6 Boston, MA - House of Blues

5/7 Montreal, QC - Metropolis

5/8 Toronto, ON - Guvernment

5/9 New York, NY - Webster Hall

5/10 Philadelphia, PA - Theatre of Living Arts

5/11 Cleveland, OH - House of Blues

5/12 Baltimore, MD - Ram’s Head

5/14 Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Revolution

5/15 Orlando, FL - House of Blues

5/16 Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle

5/17 New Orleans, LA - House of Blues

5/18 Houston, TX - House of Blues

5/19 Austin, TX - La Zona Rosa

5/20 Dallas, TX - House of Blues

5/22 Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues

5/23 Tempe, AZ - Marquee

5/24 Tucson, AZ - Rialto Theatre

5/25 San Diego, CA - House of Blues

5/29 Portland, OR - Crystal Ballroom

5/30 Seattle, WA - WaMu Theatre (USC Anniv. Party)

6/1 Vancouver, BC - Commodore

6/3 Calgary, AB - Whiskey Nightclub

IN CASE YOU MISSED EM...

The Killers were on Leno performing "Spaceman" on 4/20.

Happy Earth Day!

SPELLBOUND

Mystic Nashville duo, Magic Wands, are ready to cast their spell on you. With songs filled with wall-of-white noise guitars and unapologetic cosmic pop, it's a reverb-filled path to enchantment. Formed in 2007, the female fronted duo - also known as Chris and Dexy, are set to release their debut EP, Magic Love & Dreams, on May 25th courtesy of Bright Antenna.

Check out the EP's sleek and sexy lead single, "Black Magic".

http://www.brightantenna.com/brightantenna/MagicWands_BlackMagic.mp3

Magic Wands will also hit the road this spring with The Kills and UK quintet, The Horrors.

IT'S NOT ME, IT'S LILY

The Official EPK Promo Video for Lily's fantastic new album 'It's Not Me, It's You', containing the Number 1 single 'The Fear'.



Also, check her out performing "22" live at a MySpace Secret show here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3pxR_bfHtk

Lily's F.U.E.P. is out now, it features an acoustic cover of "Womanizer" along with two tracks not on 'It's Not Me, It's You'. Check it out on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=308436071&s=143441

http://www.lilyallenmusic.com/
http://www.myspace.com/lilymusic
http://www.facebook.com/lilyallen

ERIN MCCARLEY TOUR NEWS

Erin McCarley performed her hit, "Love, Save The Empty" on Craig Ferguson the other night.
She is also going to be on tour starting this month with Jack’s Mannequin and Matt Nathanson. She will then be hitting the road with fellow Nashville musician Matt Kearney over the summer.

4/25 Scranton, PA - Univ. of Scranton
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

4/26 Poughkeepsie, NY - Marist College
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

4/27 Boston, MA - House of Blues
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

4/28 Syracuse, NY - Syracuse University
Headlining

4/29 Baltimore, MD - Rams Head
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/2 Atlanta, GA - Center Stage
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/3 West Palm Beach, FL - Sunfest
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/5 Richmond, VA - The National
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/6 Myrtle Beach, SC - House of Blues
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/7 Orlando, FL - House of Blues
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/9 New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/10 Austin, TX - Stubbs
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/12 Columbia, MO - Blue Note
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

5/13 Tulsa, OK - Cain's Ballroom
w/ Jack's Mannequin & Matt Nathanson

6/19 Knoxville, TN - Bijou Theatre
w/ Mat Kearney

6/20 Birmingham, AL - City Stages
w/ Mat Kearney

6/21 Charlotte, NC - Amos'Southend
w/ Mat Kearney

6/22 Charleston, SC - The Music Farm
w/ Mat Kearney

6/25 Norfolk, VA - Norva Theater
w/ Mat Kearney

6/26 Richmond, VA - The National
w/ Mat Kearney

6/30 Bloomington, IN - Bluebird Nightclub
w/ Mat Kearney

7/2 Grand Rapids, MI -Intersection
w/ Mat Kearney

7/5 Duluth, MI - Bayfront Festival
w/ Mat Kearney

7/6 Green Bay, WI - Meyer Theater
w/ Mat Kearney

7/7 Madison, WI - Majestic Theatre
w/ Mat Kearney

7/11 - Kansas City, MO - Beaumont Club
w/ Mat Kearney

7/15 Memphis, TN - Minglewood Hall
w/ Mat Kearney

7/16 Columbia, MO - The Blue Note
w/ Mat Kearney

7/17 Omaha, NE - Slowdown
w/ Mat Kearney

GRIZZLY BEAR LIVE ON KCRW

Grizzly Bear is releasing a 7-inch “Live on KCRW” single of “While You Wait for the Others,” which they debuted on the show and later became one of Spin Magazines Top 20 Songs of 2008. They are also including their cover of the Carole King-penned song “He Hit Me,” which appeared on their “Friends” album and was offered up as a freebie from KCRW as Today’s Top Tune (If you haven’t already signed up, you should. We often offer tracks that are otherwise unavailable, remixes, new releases and tons of other great stuff ).

WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO - MANDY MOORE

Mrs. Ryan Adams aka Mandy Moore has just released a new video for her song, "I Can Break Your Heart Any Day Of The Week."

I still feel she's a little too bubble gum pop for this whole singer songwriter image she's throwing at us; however, I give her props because she has worked with some great songwriters on her past projects.

COME TWEET WITH ME

I finally gave in and signed up for a Twitter account - follow me!

Click Here!

COACHELLA WRAP-UP

I was completely bummed that I wasn't able to attend this years Coachella Festival in Indio, California. I had intended to go, but I ended up going out of town at the last minute, which left me coachless. Also, musicbleep scored an interview with the talented James Morrison, but that fell through at the last minute as well. I guess it just wasn't meant for me this year. Big shout out to Allen for representing and putting on his journalistic hat last minute (even if he didn't get to use it).

It's ok...not upset! There are a ton more festivals in the upcoming month and I plan to attend at least a couple.

So, if you didn't make Coachella this year - check out some videos I found for you all!



Silversun Pickups perform Lazy Eye at the Coachella Music Festival in Indio California on Friday April 17, 2009.



Leonard Cohen performs Hallelujah at the Coachella Music Festival in Indio California on Friday April 17, 2009.



The Ting Tings perform Shut Up and Let Me Go at the Coachella Music Festival in Indio California on Friday April 17, 2009.



The Killers perform Mr. Brightside at the Coachella Music Festival.

COACHELLA HIGHLIGHTS

We Are Scientists hit the crowd during day one of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival 2009 on April 17, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Winter/Getty

A view from the ground: the scene at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival 2009 during day one, April 17, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Dowling/Getty

The Ting Tings perform during day one of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival on April 17, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Dowling/Getty

The Airborne Toxic Event make a big impression during day one of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival 2009 on April 17, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Winter/Getty

Paolo Nutini performs during day two of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival on April 18, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Winter/Getty

Fleet Foxes bring a slice of Americana to day two of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival on April 18, 2009 in Indio, California.
Photo: Shearer/WireImage

WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO - MARIA TAYLOR

The official video for "Cartoons and Forever Plans" by Maria Taylor with very special guest vocalist Michael Stipe. Watch Maria mend broken hearts in this video that also features Soko.

AT&T + COACHELLA BRING YOU LIVE WEBCAST

Check Out the Live Webcast of Coachella Sunday starting at 3:00 PM PT

http://music.att.net/

Tune in for the live webcast today featuring performances from The Cure, Peter Bjorn and John, Public Enemy, Okkervil River and many more!

Check back after the festival to watch highlights of the shows right here at AT&T Music, on your AT&T Wireless handset and on AT&T U-verse.

For more information about this event, visit www.coachella.com.