“Vibrate Your Body,” the new single from Philadelphia-based artist Ryan Stapleton is both sensually addictive and overtly magnetic. The song, streaming exclusively below, contains the swagger of ELO, the sophistication of MGMT and the pop sensibility of Passion Pit. The single, which is due out for purchase July 14, shows Stapleton can write songs with […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Ryan Stapleton – “Vibrate Your Body”
July 6th, 2015 
Matthew Leimkuehler 
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UTG PREMIERE: Sleeping Patterns – ‘Prejudice’
June 30th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler The new, six-song release from Worcester County-based emo band Sleeping Patterns is simply prolific. Titled Prejudice, there are parts on the record that speak softly to the soul, there are parts on the record that make you want to shout at the top of your lungs. It speaks to both the quiet and loud parts […]
UTG PREMIERE: theWhen – ‘Layer Zero’
June 24th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Streaming exclusively now below is the brand new EP from theWhen, titled Layer Zero. The record contains a huge sound, mixing modern electronic, rock and pop elements to deliver memorable track after memorable track. Tracks like “Better Than Now” and “Learning To Try” stand out through a mixture of electronic grit and sheer melodic infectiousness. […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Will Deely – “Badge Of Honor”
June 9th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Singer-songwriter Will Deely, formerly of City Lights, is ready to climb the ranks of the alternative scene by teaming up with Third String Records for his debut record, What Keeps You Warm. Streaming exclusively below is the first single and lyric video from the record, “Badge Of Honor.” The song is emotional, it’s transparent, and […]
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UTG VIDEO PREMIERE: Another October – “Remember” (Acoustic)
June 3rd, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Another October are ready to steal your heart with their new acoustic video series, starting with the new rendition of the track “Remember.” Streaming exclusively after the jump, “Remember” is nothing short of a beautiful acoustic interpretation of the band’s staple number. The video has incredible depth, whilst enlisting standup […]
Reckless Serenade Premiere New Single, “Pretty Monster”
June 3rd, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler New York-based rock band Reckless Serenade continue to climb in the scene ranks with their abrasive new single, “Pretty Monster.” The song, which premiered earlier this week via Diffuser.fm, is a powerful, rock-influenced track. Frontman Corey Brent had this to say about the track: “Pretty Monster” is a song about the kind of girl that […]
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Beautiful Bodies Drop Irresistible New Single, Announce Debut LP
June 2nd, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Kansas City’s own alternative trio Beautiful Bodies released a new single and music video for the song “Capture & Release,” which comes straight off of their highly-anticipated debut LP, Battles. “Capture & Release” is a bombastic and infectious number. Paired with a dark and addictive video, it’s exactly the type of dichotomy needed for such […]
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FIDLAR Get Nostalgic In New Video, “40oz On Repeat”
June 2nd, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler According to DIY Mag, the head-turning Los Angeles-based band FIDLAR have returned with the announcement of their sophomore LP, Too, and first single off the record, “40oz On Repeat.” The song is everything a FIDLAR fan wants from the band: a bit satirical, a bit sassy, a bit in-your-face, and totally irresistible. The new song […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Rocket Ship Resort – “Where We’ll Go”
May 21st, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Electro-pop act Rocket Ship Resort is gearing up for the release of a brand new record, Megaheart, which includes the infectious pop track “Where We’ll Go,” streaming exclusively below. The song is a magnetic modern electronic-pop song, mirroring the likes of The Ready Set and Owl City. Be careful — it’s the type of melody […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Sleep On It – “Bright”
May 19th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Perfecting their pop-rock sound through a mature mixture of infectious melodies and captivating lyricism, Sleep On It are ready to continue their climb to scene supremacy with the brand new EP, Safe Again. The first song to be released from the record, “Bright,” is catchy and passionate — the perfect example of what Sleep On […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Life Lessons – ‘What The Silence Meant’ EP
May 15th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler Oklahoma-based pop-punk band Life Lessons flourishes with their brand new EP, What The Silence Meant. The record has moments, like leadoff track “Hang Your Head,” where the band is utterly abrasive and emotional — the music jumps out from the speakers and pierces through you with every transparent vibration. And then there are moments on […]
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BB King, Legendary Blues Musician, Dies At 89
May 15th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler BB King, one of the greatest blues musicians of any era, died yesterday in Las Vegas. He had been in hospice care after suffering a heart attack earlier this year. The singer and guitarist, a Mississippi native, delivered over six decades of irrplaceable blues music; including Lucille, Live at the Regal, and his collaborative album […]
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