world music

Gridfailure to release new studio album “Sixth Mass-Extinction Skulduggery II” on June 5th 2020

New York City-area hostile solo outfit/collaborator cult Gridfailure presents its harrowing new opus, “Sixth Mass-Extinction Skulduggery II”. The second album in the five-title concept series will see its initial release on June 5th, 2020, via Nefarious Industries
 

Al Di Meola to release new tribute album to The Beatles “Across the Universe” on March 13th 2020

World-renowned guitar hero Al Di Meola welcomes a new decade with an ambitious follow-up to his 2013 studio recording “All Your Life: A Tribute to the Beatles” with a sophomore homage to the Beatles, entitled “Across the Universe”, due out on earMusic on March 13th, 2020.

Jason Becker - Triumphant Hearts

Jason Becker has finally released “Triumphant Hearts”, an album that was written in his mind and he waited to make it real with the help of all his friends, known and unknown; from the most famed up to the utmost unknown one… they all played their role on this album and that’s what matters the most… people’s love and support can make anything possible!
 

Steve Hackett to release new studio album “At the Edge of Light” on January 25th 2019

Following the tremendous success of 2017’s “The Night Siren” (charted at #22 in Germany, #28 in the UK), legendary former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett announces the release of his new studio album “At the Edge of Light” on January 25th, 2019.

The album which features ten songs, sees Steve unite a vast amount of styles ranging from guitar driven rock to epic orchestration, from world music to the reflective and atmospheric all brought together in Steve Hackett’s unique style.

Armonite signs to Cleopatra Records and announces new studio album “And the Stars Above”

Armonite, the instrumental rock collective led by composer Paolo Fosso and violinist Jacopo Bigi, signed with LA-based indie label Cleopatra Records for the release of their new album, “And the Stars Above”.

Armonite's instrumental music is perfectly in line with the spirit of the label, especially now that Cleopatra expanded in the movie industry.

Al Di Meola to release new studio album “Opus” on February 23rd 2018

earMusic is proud to announce the worldwide signing of Al Di Meola - the brilliant, virtuosic multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger, who is considered to be one of the most innovative musicians and a living legend.

His brand new studio album “Opus” will be released on February 23rd, 2018.

Al Di Meola is a pioneer of blending world music, rock and jazz. His ongoing fascination for complex rhythmic syncopation, combined with provocative lyrical melodies and sophisticated harmony, has been the heart of his music throughout a celebrated career that has spanned over four decades.

Simon Phillips - Protocol 4

Simon Phillips is a British drummer, songwriter & producer that has been part of Toto and has played with various bands throughout his career, such as Judas Priest, Camel, The Best, The Who & Ultimate Zero among others. I do not think that Simon needs any special introduction, as those who fancy rock & jazz/fusion music know exactly who Simon is and his talents.
 

Project Mama Earth to release debut EP “Mama Earth” on November 10th 2017

Preparation is overrated. Impulse is everything. Such was the rebellious wisdom that drove the sessions for Project Mama Earth’s astonishing debut EP. In June 2017, five world-renowned musicians met in Devon England for a high-wire act unique in modern music.

They had no songs. No chord charts. No game plan. No safety net. Nothing, in fact, but a plan to play and catch the sparks.