Author: Steve Owens

“’THE ARTROOM WONDER’ is an echo from my fourth year at senior school,” explains post-punk icon PETER MURPHY about his new single which is released today, March 21, 2025 via Metropolis Records. “Daniel Ash [former Bauhaus bandmate] and I are listening to the mysterious sixth-year cool intelligentsia that have gathered in the artroom. We have dared to enter their conclave, and the music coming from it was intriguing. We discover that the song being played is ‘The Bewlay Brothers’, highly intelligent, mystical and sensual, with the singer’s voice as seductive as anyone I’d ever heard.” Taken from his upcoming album SILVER SHADE (release date: May 9, 2025), “The Artroom…

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Today, Goya Gumbani releases his debut studio album Warlord of the Weejuns via Ghostly International. The album, meticulously crafted by the London-based artist renowned for his distinctive style across both fashion and music, encapsulates the two dominating musical communities that Goya hails from: the rich hip-hop lineage of Brooklyn and his inventive multi-cultural generation of London jazz musicians. In both its title and spirit, Warlord of the Weejuns nods to Miles Davis, with Goya employing the same boundless ideology to his own work.. In celebration of the album, Goya is embarking on a run of tour dates with his band in the US, Europe,…

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Founder and Editor-in-Chief, William Gooch, announced the launch of “Fashion Reverie Talks,” the bi-weekly video podcast compliment to the main site’s encyclopedic volumes of timely, insightful content in August of 2020, he wasn’t certain what the future held in store. The majority of the globe was still in nearly complete COVID-19 lock-down mode, household name companies were failing by the day, and nobody could accurately predict what tomorrow would be. The future of every conceivable industry was either in serious question, or was in the process of being reinvented, rethought, or re-imagined. He knew he had to do something, and “Fashion…

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With a bold and dynamic new single, Jonathan “Jelly” Ellington releases “Somebody to Love” today, March 21, offering the first taste of his album “Glow,” set to be released Friday, April 18. The track is a perfect introduction to the sonic depth of the album, blending Jelly’s signature blues rock with new experimental elements. While the album touches on a variety of genres, from disco and rock to R&B and folk, it maintains an underlying roots-rock vibe throughout. Written during a pivotal chapter of his life, “Glow” captures Jelly’s journey of perseverance, healing, and personal growth after experiencing the loss of his home in a devastating fire -…

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 At 70, Helen often acts like an uninhibited teenager, sneaking cigarettes and exploring the bounds of her sexual identity. But at home, she cares for her 96-year-old husband Pete, a once-prominent Republican politician who now depends on her absolutely. Captured in intimate verite by director Alix Blair, HELEN AND THE BEAR is a lyrical portrait of the beautiful and complex relationship between Helen and Pete as they enter the final chapter of their marriage. Helen’s inner journey is brought to life through decades of journal entries and archival footage that reveal a struggle between her love for Pete and a…

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After a career in comedy culminating in his role as SNL cast member from 2013 until 2022, Kyle Mooney is ready to shed his comedic skin and introduce the real him: Kyle M, multidisciplinary artist and proud visionary behind his self-recorded debut album The Real Me. The record reflects on Kyle’s career shift and peeks behind the curtain into a singular artistic vision unbound by genre – you’ll find rock, country, dance, R&B, and more. Take a deeply personal trip back to Kyle’s childhood home where his musical journey began in The Real Me mini-documentary – before the fame, before millions of views…

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An outrageous lesbian pop musical satire inspired by the pop frenzy of the early 2000s, Queens of Drama charts the rise and fall of new star Mimi Madamour and her passionate, rage-fueled love affair with punk icon Billie Kohler. Over the course of half a century we follow these drama queens as they top the charts and set sail on the course of mad queer love. Featuring an iconic cast, including Asia Argento and Alma Jodorowsky, and containing hit songs like ‘Don’t Touch’ by Yelle and ‘Fisted to the Heart’, this film vividly dissects the turbulence of toxic relationships—whether between fans and…

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“Infinity” – The 52nd album by internationally acclaimed American rock singer-songwriter (and long-time Paris resident) Elliott Murphy contains nine musically eclectic songs with the kind of provocative lyrics associated with Elliott since his ground-breaking debut album Aquashow (1973). “Infinity” will be released March 7, 2025 on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music etc.) as well as on a limited edition CD and Vinyl LP.  www.elliottmurphy.com Produced by Gaspard Murphy, son of Elliott and a producer in the French pop music world, “Infinity” was recorded at Murmure studio in Paris with Elliott’s virtuoso guitarist of 29 years Olivier Durand along with Melissa Cox (violin), Alan Fatras (cajon and percussion). Song titles include…

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Kiki Barth, star of Real Housewives of Miami, stole the spotlight this past Wednesday at an intimate unveiling of internationally acclaimed jewelry designer Neha Dani’s stunning Haute Contemporary collection. The event seamlessly blended high jewelry with philanthropy, benefiting the Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, with 10% of proceeds dedicated to its initiatives. (Photo Credit: Renato Freitas) Guests enjoyed champagne, caviar, and the enchanting sounds of a live violinist while admiring the exquisite craftsmanship of Neha Dani’s creations. Kiki turned heads as she showcased some of the designer’s most breathtaking pieces, valued at over $500,000, effortlessly embodying the artistry and sophistication they represent. Throughout the evening, Kiki mingled with…

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MOVIESTARZ makes their explosive debut with “CLUB PUNK,” an electrifying single that blends hyperpop, electronic, and punk influences into a sound all their own. The California-based duo of Tyler Nichols (vocals/drums/keys/production) and Alex Pombar (guitar/bass/production) are bringing a fresh and exciting sound to the scene. Listen to Club Punk “CLUB PUNK” is an energetic, edgy anthem that serves as the perfect introduction to MOVIESTARZ’s mission to smash genre boundaries and create something entirely new. The track isn’t just the title—it’s a reflection of the duo’s sound, an effervescent mix of musical influences that radiate enthusiasm and ebullience.“From the minute we made that…

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