Tuesday Music News

05/17/2016

Britta Plyler

Earlier this month, UK electric crooner James Blake released his stunning new album, The Colour in Anything. Now, thanks to some fans, there's footage of Blake performing the album tracks "Modern Soul" and "Timeless" during a show at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles. Revel in Blake's amazing stage presence below. [Pitchfork]

Sturgill Simpson is heading out on an extensive world tour to promote his latest album, A Sailor's Guide To Earth. He'll take his talent all around the globe before landing in Seattle on November 11 at Paramount Theatre. Tickets go on sale this Friday. [Pitchfork]

On June 22, Barcelona dance outfit Delorean will drop their latest album MUZIK, their follow up to 2013's Apar. Check out the ethereal new track "Contra" below. [Stereogum]

Singer-songwriter Ramona Gonzales, better known as Nite Jewel, shared the video for her new track "Kiss the Screen." Gonzales plays a bakery employee who's dying for a phone-obsessed man to notice her. It's a brilliant commentary on technology and missed connections. The song will be featured on Nite Jewels' upcoming album, Liquid Cool, which drops on June 10. [Stereogum]

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