ELO FRONTMAN INDUCTED INTO THE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME

YES YES YES! It was about time one of the most prolific artists EVER was recognized! 

British singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer JEFF LYNNE was recently announced as a 2014 recipient of a star on the prestigious HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME.  I kid you not!

The ELO frontman and founder, solo artist, Traveling Wilbury member and record producer (The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Tom Petty, Joe Walsh) was one of seven honorees in the 2014 recording category. Lynne will be inducted next year and will permanently be remembered on the Hollywood Walk of Fame alongside icons of film, television and radio. 

"I'm thrilled to be recognized by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and feel honored to be in the great company of some of my biggest heroes," says LYNNE of the honor. "Growing up in Birmingham, England, I never imagined my name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame--it really is fantastic."

JEFF LYNNE, YOU ARE MY HERO!

STATISTICS NEW ALBUM WILL BLOW YOUR MIND - DOWNLOAD FOR FREE HERE!

No this isn't the cover of a romance novel, this is the AMAZING new work by NY based artist, Denver Dalley.

Don’t miss out on this AMAZING new FREE album by Statistics. The new album titled Peninsula, is the brain child of Denver Dalley, a singer songwriter who collaborates with Conor Oberst of Bright Eyes in the politically charged indie rock band Desaparecidos and is currently touring with Har Mar Supersar. He's a busy man!

Statistics, Dalley’s current solo project, is an electronic-tinged gem, sprinkled with r&b, rock and dance.The tracks fluctuate from futuristic synth beats to introspective to futuristic funk-dance that invite you to loose all inhibitions. In ‘Take The Lead’, he sings: “Let me take the lead, will you trust in me, I got every things that you need.” Think Jamiroquai meets, Michael Jackson. ‘Menu Screen,’ warps you into an icy synth dream that is absolutely gorgeous.  ‘Awake’ is another dancey track that fuses new wave with far out funk. In short, this is a badass album! And you are lame if you don't get onto this, seriously!

Dalley will be performing with Desaparecidos later this year.  Stay tuned for dates.  

Download Peninsula for free right below!

http://afternoonrecords.com/peninsula.html

Statistics - "Peninsula"

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SCOTTISH OUTFIT TRAVIS RETURNS TO THE US AFTER LONG HIATUS

Woohooo! Travis, another bad ass British band is returning to the U.S. after a five year hiatus with an new album Where You Stand, out August 20th on their own re-launched label Red Telephone Box via Kobalt Label Services.

Check out the new video for the charmingly emotive title track here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=W-ZT2Hgonwc

The multi-million-selling Scottish quartet have deliver new album full of the cinematic pop and instantly anthemic songs that first caught the attention of critics and music fans on their breakthrough album "The Man Who."

Travis will head out on tour this July that will include shows across Europe, Russia and a US headlining tour that begins September 19th in Philadelphia. 

Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 21st at www.ticketmaster.com

After an incredible sixteen-year run it was time for the band to take a well-deserved break.

"It's a lovely life," reflects bassist Dougie Payne, "but when you do it relentlessly, there's a point when it snaps you. We decided to take a break to spend time with our families. You stay away as long as it takes" he says of the well-judged fallow period "so you feel that hunger and desire to get back to it same as you did at the start."

STEREOPHONICS BACK IN THE U.S. WITH NEW ALBUM!

One of the most durable and consistently successful bands to come out of the U.K. band scene, Stereophonics return to the U.S. August 20th with the release of their chart topping U.K. album Graffiti on the Train; their eighth studio album, out on their own Stylus Records.

Not only is the singer Kelly Jones one big bundle of hotness, but Its so exciting to see what amazing tunes his raspy and sexy voice will interpret. However if this album is half as good as any of their last we are in for a treat.

Earlier this year the Welsh hot sauces released Graffiti on the Train in the U.K. The album was a success and has remained in the Top 20 ever since. Affirming that this is their best album in a decade, the album has quickly gone gold and is well on its way to platinum status in the U.K.

U.S. Tours kicks off September 19th.

BRITISH BAND MEMBER HOSPITALIZED

Ryan Jarman of the British outfit The Cribs has been admitted to hospital, the band confirmed yesterday (June 13).

A tweet sent from the Wakefield band's Twitter account this morning announced the news to fans. "Just to keep everyone in the picture - Ryan has been in hospital in NYC... send good thoughts." There is currently no further information on Jarman's condition.

Not sure wether we are looking a an overdose, exhaustion or another illness. We will keep you posted as more information is divulged. All we can do is wish Jarman a speedy recovery and send positive vibes. 

NO DEAL FOR THE PIXIES!

With a heavy heart we regretfully inform that Kim Deal has quit The Pixies for good. I know this sucks!

Although the band hasn't released any new material lately it was still amazing to know you still had the chance to see them live. 

The remaining members Black Francis, Joey Santiago and David Lovering have released a statement on their official Facebook page confirming that Deal is out.

It reads: "We are sad to say that Kim Deal has decided to leave the Pixies. We are very proud to have worked with her on and off over the last 25 years. Despite her decision to move on, we will always consider her a member of the Pixies, and her place will always be here for her. We wish her all the best."

Deal, who is currently touring the 20th anniversary re-release of her other band, The Breeders' landmark album 'Last Splash', is yet to comment on her departure. She joined the band right from their inception in 1986. All we can do is hope she changes her mind. :(

At least she didn't quit the band via FAX! 

RE-OPENING OF ECHO PARK LAKE! TOMORROW SAT. 15TH

The long awaited opening of Echo Park Lake is here! Tomorrow Saturday the 15h at 10 AM the City of Los Angeles will host a community event to mark the re-opening of Echo Park Lake.

The entire community is expected to attend the park throughout the day. Already many of the local residents are planning bbqs and parties to commemorate the reopening of the local park that has been closed for rehabilitation since 2011.

The lake serves as a detention basin in the City’s storm drain system, but is better known for its multiple recreational benefits. Echo Park Lake also plays host to community events, such as the Lotus Festival, The Cuban festival and other events at Echo Park.

Echo Park is celebrating big tomorrow! WE GONNA P-A-R-T-Y!

VAMPIRE WEEKEND'S NEW STAR STUDDED VIDEO - WATCH IT HERE

Vampire Weekend revealed the star-studded video for their new single 'Diane Young'.

The video for the song, from the band's latest album 'Modern Vampires of the City', features a number of their famous friends including Sky Ferreira, Santigold and Dave Longstreth of Dirty Projectors. 
Other cameos come from P-Thugg and Dave1 of Chromeo, Primo Kahn and Hamilton Leithauser of The Walkmen. See below to watch the video now. 

PHOENIX, DINOSAUR JR., LIARS, THE RAVEONETTES, KING KHAN & THE SHRINES TO HEADLINE ECHO PARK'S CULTURE COLLIDE OCT. 9-12.

Phoenix, Dinosaur Jr., Liars and the Ravonettes headline Culture Collide, FILTER Magazine’s yearly festival in Los Angeles. The eclectic event will take place October 9-12 in various locations in Echo Park.

Culture Collide is not as big as other music festivals in L.A. like FYF or HARD, but it unquestionably has is own charm. The entire L.A. community participates in the event that turns local restaurants, galleries and warehouses into music venues. More than twenty-five counties are slated to participate in the festivities that will feature music, comedy, industry panels, and happy hours. 

Now on its fourth year, the ‘block party,’ continues to grow its reputation for uncovering new talent and bringing music from across the globe to L.A.’s backyard for an incredibly small price. Basically, one ticket gets you four days entertainment!

Aside from the aforementioned acts, this year’s multi-day experience has so far confirmed: Miami Horror (Australia), King Khan & The Shrines (Canada, Germany), Iceage (Denmark), The Men (US), Rob Crow (Acoustic, US), Medicine (US), Alice Russell (UK), No Joy (Canada), Plastic Plates (AU), Mumiy Troll (Russia), The Great Wilderness (Costa Rica), SiMoN (Japan), StereonoiZ (Peru), Iza Lach (Poland), Prāta Vētra (Latvia), Chateau Marmont (France), Maya Vik (Norway), Funeral Suits (Ireland), Mujuice (Russia), Hell Shovel (Greece, Germany, Canada, France), Wooster (US), Okta Logue (Germany), Instrumenti (Latvia), DENA (Bulgaria), and PanSTARRS (Egypt) with more to be announced.

Pre-sale tickets to Culture Collide’s Official Kick off show with Phoenix, presented by Goldenvoice, at the LA Sports Arena, are on sale now. Limited $20 tickets to the festival are available though midnight, June 16, at Ticketfly.com.