Chronological feed of everything captured from Zane Lowe.
Crystal Fighters will release their new album "Cave Rave" on May 27th, preceded by the single "You & I." The band recorded the album in the Basque Country and Los Angeles with producer Justin Meldal-Johnsen. They have also announced a UK tour, including a date at Brixton Academy, with summer festival appearances to be confirmed.
Nero, the electronic music group, collaborated with Oscar-nominated director Baz Luhrmann to produce the track "Into the Past" for "The Great Gatsby" soundtrack. This album features a diverse range of prominent artists, including Jay-Z and Florence and the Machine, and was released for download on June 6th.
Sebastian Ingrosso, a member of Swedish House Mafia, collaborated with Tommy Trash and John Martin on "Reload," a track strategically positioned for summer dance floors. The song, an instrumental last year, was re-released with vocals, aiming to capitalize on its prior success and John Martin's established vocal contributions to maximize its impact as a summer anthem.
Muse is releasing their fourth single, "Panic Station," from their platinum-selling album "The 2nd Law" on June 3rd. This release includes a Madeon remix and coincides with their largest stadium tour to date, featuring supporting acts like Dizzee Rascal and Bastille. The single's video was filmed in Tokyo, indicating an international scope to their promotional efforts.
Laura Marling's fourth album, "Once I Was An Eagle," features a sustained creative partnership with producer Ethan Johns and explores themes similar to her previous work. This new release solidifies her reputation as a prolific and critically acclaimed artist, building on a foundation of significant industry recognition at a young age.
Electro-pop duo Empire of the Sun is set to release their second album, "Ice on the Dune," in June 2013. This marks their first release since their 2008 debut, "Walking on a Dream." The album will be distributed by Astralwerks.
Wilkinson's "Heartbeat" was featured as the "Hottest Record" on BBC Radio 1 during a special "Bass Week" event. The track, released on RAM records, features vocalists Arlissa and P Money, preceding an anticipated album and tour. This aligns with BBC Radio 1's promotional strategy for emerging electronic music artists.
Jimmy Eat World is releasing their seventh album, 'Damage', in June, three years after their last release. The band is also embarking on a world tour in May, coinciding with the debut of their new single, "I Will Steal You Back," as the "Hottest Record." This marks their official return to the music scene with new material and live performances.
Miles Kane is set to release a new album, "Don't Forget Who You Are," featuring collaborations with notable artists Ian Broudie and Paul Weller. This release precedes a significant touring schedule, including a performance at Glastonbury, signaling a high-profile period for the artist.
Queens Of The Stone Age (QOTSA) has released "My God Is The Sun," the first single from their upcoming album "Like Clockwork," set to drop on June 3rd. This marks their first full album since 2007. Frontman Josh Homme describes the album as an "audio documentary of a manic year."