Videos : Northlane : Dream Awake

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On the eve of the Soundwave festival performances, UNFD are proud to announce the release of Northlane’s highly anticipated second album, "Singularity". To celebrate the announcement Northlane have released a new music video for the track, "Quantum Flux" unveiled today via the viral site singularity2013.com.

Singularity will be released on Friday 22 March via UNFD.

"Quantum Flux," the first official track from "Singularity" will undoubtedly surprise fans. The new single gives incredible insight into the diversity and musical talent of the band, it is a testament to their ability to push boundaries wherever they can. "Quantum Flux" is a ballsy move, especially as a lead single, but will surely impress each fan and further build upon their already sizable audience.

There was a lot of speculation about what SINGULARITY actually was after UNFD launched singularity2013.com in late January. The site hosted a countdown and a series of information leaks, that captured the attention of fans and media alike around the world, with more than 300,000 hits on the website in a month. After many rumours and guesswork, some fans correctly assumed that it was a Northlane related project after the recent trailer was launched and hidden leaks on the site started to appear. One avid fan even managed to crack the binary code used on the website to workout all the details of the forthcoming LP.

Releasing an album only four weeks after it is announced will still come as a pleasant surprise to fans, who have witnessed the Sydney five piece explode since the release of their debut album Discoveries on November 11, 2011 [11/11/11]. Relatively unknown at the time of the release, Northlane have gone on to become one of the biggest metal / hardcore bands in the country.

Produced by Will Putney of Machine Shop [New Jersey] in between a Canadian tour and their support of Parkway Drive late last year, the Northlane and UNFD camps have managed to keep the recording top secret. The band caught everyone off guard when they released "Worldeater" last December, leading fans to believe that it was a stand-alone singe, even though it was always intended for Singularity. Considering their incredibly busy touring schedule in 2012, no one expected an album to be released, let alone recorded, between the 200-odd shows that Northlane played or had scheduled since the release of Discoveries.

Fans can now go to singularity2013.com and watch a short documentary on the theory and development of Singularity, as well as the "Quantum Flux" music video. World wide pre-order links for the album can also be found on the site. Stay tuned to singularity2013.com for more developments on the "Singularity" project.


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Gear : Moncler Short Puffer Jacket with Fur-Trimmed Hood

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Videos : Juicy J : Stop It

While Halloween is a time for us to indulge in treats, there's certainly nothing sweet about Juicy J's new music video "Stop It."

The video is directed by Jonathan Andrade and finds the 38-year-old rapper and his associates torturing a man in a dingy basement before killing him and his girlfriend. No clear reason is given as to why Juicy J carries out this gruesome act. One thing is for sure though. There's nothing's more intimidating than Juicy waving a gun in your face and yelling "I'mma fuck me a model." He'll do it too.


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Singles : fyfe : Lies Pt. II

Listen To fyfe : Lies Pt. II

Who Is fyfe?
Paul Dixon (born in London, 8 August 1989) is an English singer-songwriter and guitarist. He was known in the years 2010–2012 as David's Lyre, but is now using the musical project name fyfe.

He picked the name David's Lyre during his university studies in Manchester, in reference to the musical skills of the biblical King David with the lyre. As well as playing acoustic and electric guitar, Dixon plays the WEM CopyCat, Autoharp, Marxophone and Omnichord.

He was featured by The Guardian as 'New band of the day' in 2010, by which time he had received attention for cover versions (of Ellie Goulding among others), remixes of other artists – notably, Marina and the Diamonds and Everything Everything – and had himself been remixed by producers The Last Skeptik and JaKwob.

His debut EP release in 2011, In Arms, was described as "promising" by BBC reviewer Mike Diver, and drew comparisons with Patrick Wolf for its blend of folk and electronic instruments. A music video was released for "In Arms", using a short film animation which fitted the song.

Dixon had signed a record contract with a major label in 2010, but the relationship ended in 2011, before releasing an album. Instead, his first full album Picture Of Our Youth was self-released through Bandcamp in February 2012.

Picture Of Our Youth was rated 3.5 out of 5 by musicOMH, which concluded that it was "intriguing", and 8/10 by Drowned in Sound, which described David's Lyre as "brilliant".

Dixon announced in January 2012 that Picture Of Our Youth would be his last album issued under the project name David's Lyre, and that his next step would be performing solo on tour with Spector.

Dixon has begun a new project under the name of fyfe (stylised as "f y f e"). Two singles, "Solace" and "St Tropez", have been released under this name, and an EP is to be released in April 2013.


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Videos : Gabrielle : Say Goodbye

Who is Gabrielle?
That Gabrielle dismisses her five years out of the limelight with a shrug and a smile won’t surprise her fans. The self-confessed shy singer may have sold more than 10 million records, but she was never one to work to pop’s regular treadmill schedule.

“I was notorious for taking three years between albums,” laughs Gabrielle. “I love making music, but not 365 days of the year. I’m probably just lazy, but I can’t force myself to write songs. I have to long to be back in the studio and feel good vibes when I’m recording.”

Working at her own pace and refusing to tailor her music to trends has always paid off for the Londoner who topped the charts with her debut single, Dreams, two decades ago, had ten Top 10 hits, won two Brit Awards and began her last sabbatical shortly after being awarded an Ivor Novello for Outstanding Song Collection in 2008.

Her unexpected return on producer Naughty Boy’s star-studded, chart topping album, Hotel Cabana, on the slinky, sepia-tinged song Hollywood, may have been her first release in five years, but she returned to writing and recording, as well playing occasional big gigs abroad a couple of years ago. Before that, however, she considered herself retired.

“I was adamant I would never make music again,” admits Gabrielle. “I’d had enough of being in the public eye. I’m not a celebrity – I always tried to stay under the radar when I wasn’t promoting an album. I had my website shut down and I told people I was retiring.

“Looking back, it was a bit extreme but I decided to just be a mum, which is what I did. I didn’t miss music because making music had stopped being fun for me.”

A couple of years ago Gabrielle rediscovered her passion for music almost by accident. Several producers had been in touch, trying to lure her out of retirement. She kept saying no, but agreed to meet Grammy Award-winning producer Syience (Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Mary J Blige, Ne-Yo) at a studio in London.

“He was doing a session with another singer and I just popped in to say hi,” recalls Gabrielle. “I loved the vibe and the music they were creating. All of a sudden, I wanted the singer in there to be me. Being in that particular environment, on that day, flicked a switch.

“He played me some wicked tracks he had. I was vibing off his tunes while he was recording. There was no alcohol and definitely no drugs, but they had a disco ball spinning and a party going on. Seeing people being so creative, with so much natural energy, reintroduced me to my first love. It was exciting!”

With no label pushing her for material, Gabrielle not only took her time, but experimented with different producers and different styles of music. She wanted to keep her classic soul sound, but make it contemporary. In 2010, she played her first gig for two years, with a brand new band, at a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi and adored being back on stage. That evening, she went to an after-race concert at which Prince was playing. When she arrived, Prince requested she join him on stage. Gabrielle got up and danced, but she didn’t sing.

“Honey, I’ll tell you why,” she howls. “Nicole Scherzinger was up there with him, looking all slim and fine. No way was I standing next to her! But I was side of stage for this spectacular show of Prince playing all his hits. Let me tell you, if your interest in music is waning, go see a Prince gig. I was so happy and high I knew I had to get out there again.”

Then, last year, came the call from Naughty Boy, a huge fan, who had tracked Gabrielle down through her publishers to ask her to guest on his album.

“When the call came, I was flattered,” says Gabrielle. “I knew he was hot and happening. I thought this could be exciting. As soon as I met him, it was a no brainer. His concept for Hotel Cabana was so refreshing – all of the artists had to do something different than they’re known for.

“He and Emeli Sandé had already written the song Hollywood. I never normally sing other people’s songs, but Naughty Boy persuaded me. He told me to make it my own. It was an incredible project to be part of and funny for me that the other guests were artists like Tinie Tempah and Ed Sheeran. I’m the veteran, the surprise in there, and I loved that. We may be doing some gigs together in the future, but if not, I’m singing Hollywood at my shows. I recorded it, I’m claimin’ it!”

By early summer this year, Gabrielle had recorded more than enough songs for an album. After a meeting with Island Records president, Darcus Beese she signed a new deal with the label, which will release six of those songs on new album Now & Always – 20 Years Of Dreaming, alongside some of Gabrielle’s best known hits, including 2000 chart-topper Rise and the Top 10 singles Give Me A Little More Time, Out Of Reach and Sunshine.

With the new songs come a new sound – or rather, several new sounds. The DBH-produced It Takes Time is a beautiful, beats-backed, midtempo ode to moving on, full of hidden hooks, which could be about a regular relationship, but may well be about Gabrielle’s recent relationship with music. Knew Me is a ballsy, ‘60s-influenced soul stomper produced by Syience that announces Gabrielle’s return with a triumphant vocal in which you can hear how happy she is to be back. Perhaps the most surprising new track is first single Say Goodbye, a brilliant, broody break-up song with a nagging refrain that takes her distinctive voice in to completely new territory.

“Say Goodbye is probably my favourite of the new songs so far,” says Gabrielle. “The producer, Paddy Byrne, played me an amazing piece of music as a sample and I sang over it. I wasn’t convinced it would work because it sounds so different to what I’ve done in the past. But the vibe on it is amazing – I absolutely love it.”

Also on Now & Always is the funky Holding On For You and the title track, a bittersweet, haunting love song set to strings and piano. Then there’s the made-for-the-dancefloor Show Me What You Got. The seventh new number is a classic, revisited – Naughty Boy’s sumptuous, cinematic reworking of Dreams, recorded from scratch, with new vocals.

“I didn’t think we should mess with Dreams,” admits Gabrielle, “but Naughty Boy did an amazing job. It sounds nothing like the old version. When I heard the rework, I was astonished – it was as if I just realised what a beautiful song Dreams is.”

The rest of the new material Gabrielle has been working on with producers including MNEK, Biff and Bless Beats will be unveiled next year. For the first time in her career, Gabrielle won’t vanish between albums. Or as she puts it – “I’m the new Rihanna!”

In fact, she’s the old Gabrielle, but sonically in the here and now and looking to the future. Or as Naughty Boy puts it – “No one in the world sounds like Gabrielle. She doesn’t have a big voice, but it’s so distinctive. No other singer has ever sounded like her and no one ever will.”


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News : Lady Gaga, Macklemore To Perform At AMAs

Lady Gaga and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are among the latest performers announced for the upcoming American Music Awards.

Mother Monster and the Thrift Shop stars will hit the stage at the prestigious awards show, which takes place in Los Angeles on November 24.

Swimming Pools (Drank) rapper Kendrick Lamar will also wow the crowd at the event, as will country music star Luke Bryan.

The stars join previously announced acts Miley Cyrus, One Direction and Florida Georgia Line.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis : Thrift Shop Video

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis lead the way with nominations this year, garnering a total of six nods in categories including 'Artist of the Year' and 'Single of the Year' for their smash Thrift Shop.

Close behind are pop superstars Justin Timberlake and Taylor Swift with five nods apiece, while Rihanna, Robin Thicke and US country music duo Florida Georgia Line each gained four nominations.

Local lads One Direction are in the running for 'Favourite Band, Duo or Group - Pop/Rock' and 'Favourite Album - Pop/Rock' while Mumford & Sons are up for 'Favourite Artist - Alternative Rock' and Calvin Harris is nominated in the 'Favourite Artist - Electronic Dance Music (EDM)' category.


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Videos : David Bowie : Love Is Lost

Unofficially, this week feels like David Bowie week. After giving us four tracks from his upcoming expanded version of The Next Day, he's now shared a video for the James Murphy remix of "Love Is Lost."

The video was shot by Bowie's assistant Jimmy King alongside friend Coco Schwab for a practically non-existant budget. Filmed in Bowie's New York office, however, it hardly looks cheap, as projections and puppets give it a creepy feel certainly appropriate for October 31.

Check out the video for "Love Is Lost" above

The Next Day Extra drops November 5 through Columbia and features the original LP, a 10-track bonus disc and a DVD.


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