After hiding in the shadows for years, Scott Hardkiss has been on a tear since last year’s Technicolor Dreamer full-length, having also just released the You & I EP, featuring remixes of his work by Telepathe and Christian Prommer, among others.

This alternate version of the title track from Norweigian house and space-disco producer Bjørn Torske swaps out the original recording’s IDM/D&B influences for heavier dub sounds, stopping for a lovers’-rock detour midway through when Bobby Harden‘s vocals are spliced in to the mix…

All the other prominent signifiers of current Scandinavian electronic music (Italo synths, reverb, and long, spacey jams) are present as well. And that isn’t a bad thing at all, if you ask us.

Emii will be releasing the follow up song to her hit single “Magic” next month.  The heart pounding new song is called “Mr. Romeo” and has Emii lusting after her dream guy, Mr. Romeo. Will she get bitten’ by love?

The indie artist has been taking the world by storm with her infectious music and her rocking style. Her video for ”Magic” has received over 1.5 million views on YouTube  She has performed on ABC Grand Rapids, ABC Buffalo, ABC Chicago, ABC Las Vegas, FOX Connecticut, FOX Austin, FOX Grand Rapids Michigan, Fox San Diego, ABC San Diego and more are scheduled. and can been seen on Fuse TV and MTV’s LOGO network.

Emii received continued support from radio stations coast to coast including Chicago’s KISS 103.5, San Francisco, Grand Rapids, Texas, New York and more!

Critically acclaimed performing songwriter Tucker Finn, will release her emotionally riveting debut solo album, The Cup & The Lip, on October 26, 2010 via Jane Wayne Records.

No stranger to the musical stage, Tucker was co-creator of the alt-country crooners, The Jane Waynes, commended by press and fans alike for their rollicking shows and songwriting skills. The indie artist’s premiere solo album, The Cup & The Lip, features ten original songs.

The album title, The Cup & The Lip, borrows from an old English proverb, “There’s many a slip ‘twixt the cup and the lip”, which cautions that even the best laid plans can go awry. Tucker’s songs are all about that slip – the vast space that lies between anticipation and the upshot, between your lowest low and your wildest dreams.

Returning with the party anthem of the summer, ever-glamorous Kaci Battaglia has done it again, following up her hit single “Crazy Possessive,” with yet another smash: “Body Shots” featuring super-star rapper Ludacris.  Already exploding at radio and charting in clubs across the country, Kaci welcomes the reception with open arms, as she awaits the release of her aptly titled album Bring It On (Curb Records) on September 21^st.

Based on a conversation that Kaci had with some of her girlfriends right before her 21^st birthday, “Body Shots” sassy lyrics were penned by Battaglia, who has co-written all of the songs on her upcoming release.

Nu-Wrinkle Records is proud to announce the CD release of Delicioso (dee-lish-e-oso) by pianist Tom Grant.  The single, “Cute New Car,” will be added to radio playlists on Aug. 30, 2010.

The all original songs featured on the new album, Delicioso, are a soundscape of radio friendly tracks that infuse memorable hooks with refined arrangements, giving fans the center stage quality they demand from a returning chart-topping recording artist.

The supporting cast of the album is a team of power players.  From guitarist Marlon McClain (Kenny G, Jeff Lorber, Smokey Robinson and more) to guitarist Dan Faehnle (Diana Krall and Pink Martini), the musicianship on Delicioso is a feast for the senses. Like Tom Grant’s previous work, Delicioso is destined to be one of the top selections played in 2010.

Indie artist Sarah Jaffe has been blowing audiences away with her live performances which set her up to tour with great artists including Midlake, Norah Jones, and Lou Barlow. Most recently, she impressed none other than USA Today’s PopCandywriter Whitney Matheson at her performance in New York City at The Living Room.

This 24-year-old Texan and her guitar will continue to wow audiences every night on her upcoming tour. She’s had an amazing response from the press and fans on the release of her debut album Suburban Nature – out now on Kirtland Records.

Colin Gilmore’s new album Goodnight Lane, will be available nationwide on August 17th.

Goodnight Lane’s first track “Circles in the Yard” was produced by Bay Area producer Scott Mathews, an industry legend whose resume includes: Clapton, Jagger, Richards, Orbison, Costello, Hiatt, Santana, Ramone, and Wilson. Gilmore sent Matthews his first recording, the EP Four of No Kind, which led to the two co-writing and recording three songs.

Grammy-winning producer Lloyd Maines and Eric McKinney co-produced the album, with the exception of “Circles InThe Yard.” Colin also showcased at SXSW and NXNE.

The Marveloddities is a blog about whatever comes to mind. This blog features an indie artist every week. They think independent musicians are pretty impressive, since they continue to work their hearts out without making a lot of money.  It’s something to be admired.

Q) Tell us a little bit about your site. What inspired you to start it?

A) The Marveloddities is a blog about nothing and everything.  We usually write about whatever comes to mind from the perspective of a teenager, most of which is unimportant in the big picture, but a big deal to us since we still live in the little picture. I was inspired to start it because I was really impressed with the quality of blogs nowadays.  A few years ago Blogger was dominated by emo teenagers who wrote about the hell they suffered through in school, their crush, how no one understood them, etc.  (We’re probably just as obnoxious, but not as depressed.)  There are a lot of blogs now which are really really good.  Some of them are devoted to a particular subject, and others can read like a journal but still make you laugh.

Last year, I decided that I could probably start my own.  I enlisted my friend, Josette, and my sister Sofia, and now we all contribute to our blog.

In a music world always longing for a new voice, The Private Life of David Reed represents the singer-songwriter for the 21st century fan. South Carolina native David Reed brings everything to the surface with his take on some of life’s most personal things on his new album, which will be released on November 9, 2010 via Chamberlain Records.

Following Reed’s 2008 solo debut, Missteps and Miscommunications, Reed joined his longtime friend and producer Tomas Costanza (The Never Enders, The Anix, Track Fighter) in Los Angeles to record the ambitious ten-song set. The Private Life of David Reed crests on his thought-provoking lyrics, layered with fierce guitar riffs and slight electronic tweaks.

The Secret Handshake (Luis Dubuc) will releasing his sixth studio album, Night & Day in on Aug. 17 on Triple Crown Records. With a week to go, you still have time to pre-order a bundle pack which includes: a Night & Day CD, download card for the ‘Night Version’ (electro mixes), poster, stickers and a tote bag.

Night & Day is an album title that truly sign posts a major sea change. It holds fast to its title’s pronouncement of seemingly polar opposites. The gripping melodies are still firmly in place, but that’s where the similarities between Dubuc’s back catalog and his latest creation end.

Teaming up with MTV’s hit series, The Buried Life, non-profit organization To Write Love on Her Arms will be helping a young lady live her dream of creating a night of hope and help in Rochester, Minnesota on Friday, August 6th at 8pm.

This unique event will feature live music by indie artist, Mat Kearney. All are invited to attend and the all ages, free event will be aired on an episode of MTV’s The Buried Life in its upcoming season.

The Buried Life is a show about four guys living their dreams, doing all the things they want to do before they die. But for every dream they complete on their list, they help a stranger complete one of their own.

Kina Grannis announced her upcoming fall headlining tour of the US on the heels of a sold-out headlining US tour this spring that included a Lilith Fair date on July 16^th in St. Louis, MO.

In addition to her successful spring tour, she made her National TV debut with a live performance on CBS The Early Show on June 19^th and was noted by both the New York Times and WNYC Soundcheck.

The indie artist has been making inroads in the pop music world thanks to her incredible following on YouTube where her channel has more than 189,000 subscribers and more than 43 million total views.

Sarah Jaffe is thrilled to announce new US dates in support of her debut long player Suburban Nature after three successful tours as main support for Midlake, Norah Jones and Lou Barlow.

This 24-year-old Texan and her guitar will continue to wow audiences every night on her upcoming tour. She’s had an amazing response from the press and fans on the release of her debut album Suburban Nature – out now on Kirtland Records.

Confirmed tour dates include: