Buzz Track: Hold On

Alabama Shakes have been the focus of the indie crowd. Boys & Girls, the full-length debut album was released in North America in April by ATO Records and released internationally by Rough Trade. They were named “New Band of the Year” by Paste Magazine and appeared on NPR Music’s list of favorite new artists while “Hold On” ranked as one of NPR Music’s “100 Favorite Songs of 2011.” MTV dubbed them as the ‘Artist To Watch” in 2012.

Contact: christine@redlightmanagement.com

Buzz Track: Moth to a Flame

Antonia Vai has become a Kings favorite. This Swedish singer-songwriter manages to capture a haunting vibe without sacrificing melody. She is working on her debut album and typically performs in Stockholm. Her self produced songs are quickly becoming an underground internet sensation while landing an article in Nöjesguiden, the biggest Swedish entertainment guide, where she was listed as the “Next Up And Coming”.

Contact: Antonia.morvai@hotmail.com

Buzz Track: All That You Are

Rock act Life Down Here who are fresh on the scene will release a full length which was produced by Jay Baumgardner (Bush, Evanscence). They will perform at The Roxy on February 18th. Check out the video for the track All That You Are.

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Columbia Records strikes a deal with Walk Off The Earth, the band known for covering Gotye’s smash hit Somebody That I Use To Know which garnered over 50 million YouTube views.

Buzz Track: Love Sick

Singer-songwriter Lexie Hofer has become a Kings favorite after listening to her newly recorded album. Originally from Kansas, she relocated to Los Angeles and recorded her debut album in Nashville following in the footsteps of Taylor Swift. Our other favorite tracks include Hostage and Butterflies.

Contact: triple.threat@att.net