All we’ve seen in Oregon as of late is rain…but summer will be here before we know it, and with it some great bands will be on tour to promote their newest.
Which artists have new music to look forward to this year?
There’s more than a few, so let’s jump in!
Green Day
Green Day just dropped new album “Saviors.”
Its catchy opening title track – “The American Dream is Killing Me” – is one to put in your radar. And confessional hard hitting “Dilemma” is classic Green Day.
Playing “Dookie” and “American Idiot” in their entirety, the band is touring with the Smashing Pumpkins this year. Check their website for cities and dates.
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift shocked fans and the music world at this year’s Grammy’s when she not only won “Album of the Year” for “Midnights,” but also announced new album “Tortured Poets Department” due out April 19.
Swift continues her Eras Tour this year in Tokyo and Europe, with some fall dates in New Orleans, Florida and Canada.
Fans speculate the new album could deliver folklore vibes about Reputation-like topics…we’ll just have to wait and see.
Watch this space!
Gary Clark Jr.
Four-time Grammy award winning artist Gary Clark Jr. is releasing new album “JPEG RAW” March 22nd. It’s his first release since “This Land” in 2019, which garnered him three Grammy Awards.
Gary Clark Jr. puts on an exceptional live show. He plays Red Rocks in May, and the Bonnaroo Music Fest in June.
On the new album, Stevie Wonder makes a guest appearance on “What About the Children.”
We’ll look forward to that one!
Chastity Belt
Chastity Belt’s new “Live Laugh Love” is set to release March 29.
The band is known for post-punk, shoe gaze, and their humorous approach to feminine stereotypes. “Live Laugh Love” is their first release since their self-titled album in 2019.
The indie alt-rockers opened for Kurt Vile in 2021. Chastity Belt are: Julia Shapiro, lead vocals, rhythm guitar; Lydia Lund, lead guitar; Annie Truscott, bass; and Gretchen Grimm, drums.
Their tour includes an April 16 date at Portland’s Wonder Ballroom.
Sheryl Crow
Sheryl Crow is releasing her 11th full length studio album, “Evolution,” March 29. It’s a surprise release from the nine-time Grammy winner.
From the upcoming album is “Alarm Clark,” with a great 90s vibe…have a listen!
Crow is touring and playing numerous stadiums this year. Check her website for more details.
Waxahatchee
Indie-rock artist Waxahatchee releases new album “Tigers Blood” March 22.
Her seventh studio album confirms this talented artist remains committed to her craft. Her commanding, unique vocal style is always a pleasure to the ears, and new track “Right Back to It” is a great teaser for the new release.
She plays a slew of concert dates this year.
See her website for more details!
The Black Keys
Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney, aka The Black Keys, return with new album “Ohio Players” April 5th. This will be their 12th release!
If new single “Beautiful People (Stay High)” is any indication, the new album should be one worth watching for!
The talented Ohio-formed rock duo have played Portland’s Moda Center over the years, and their show is well-worth catching live.
Sarah Jarosz
American singer-songwriter Sarah Jarosz just dropped new album “Polaroid Lovers” this month, and it’s a must-have.
With more of a pop-country vibe than past releases, “Polaroid Lovers” boasts tasteful, catchy arrangements and excellent musicianship.
Called “a songwriter of uncommon wisdom” by the Austin Chronicle, Jarosz – who plays guitar and banjo and learned mandolin at age ten – shows she’s not slowing down anytime soon.
Touring to promote the new album, she plays a sold-out show in February at Portland’s Revolution Hall.
Drumroll…
Last but not least, French electronic duo Justice have dropped “One Night All Night.” It features psychedelic rock act Tame Impala, and is a promising track from their new album Hyperdrama, due out in April.
That’s a wrap!
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