The Hopeless Records’ 30th Anniversary celebration rolls on, and this time with Pinkshift at the helm. The Baltimore-based punk rockers unleash a mesmerizing reimagined rendition of Illuminati Hotties’ “Knead.” The track is on the forthcoming Hopelessly Devoted To You tracklist. Illuminati Hotties dropped “Knead” in 2021, which was featured on the Sarah Tudzin-led full-length record, Let Me Do One More. While Pinkshift stays true to the original’s quirky charm, they elevate it with their own raw intensity, breathing rejuvenated energy into the song. The band’s reinterpretation supercharges the track with jet fuel, adding an infectious urgency that complements Tudzin’s vision.… Read more »
illuminati hotties, aka producer extraordinaire Sarah Tudzin, shared her breezy, indie rock-infused new single, “The L,” from her highly-anticipated upcoming album POWER. Preceded by the single “Didn’t” featuring Cavetown and title track “Power,” the full record is set to be released on August 23 via Hopeless Records. Tudzin shares, “’The L’ is about knowing when to back down. It’s a lesson I’ve had the great fortune to have many chances to learn over and over again. It’s about putting your pride aside in favor of resolution. We could go separate ways, but I’ll take the ‘L’ instead.” She continues, “The vocals in the bridge are from… Read more »
illuminati hotties, aka producer extraordinaire Sarah Tudzin, released the title track from her highly-anticipated upcoming album POWER. Preceded by the single “Didn’t” featuring Cavetown, the full record is set to be released on August 23 via Hopeless Records. “‘Power’ is a reckoning with mortality,” Tudzin says. “It was the song I avoided writing every time I sat down with a guitar until it finally fell out of me. In it I’m asking over and over, how am I supposed to participate in earthly existence after the passing of my mom, who so selflessly gave me her confidence, who instilled my power? There is… Read more »
Following the release of “Can’t Be Still,” illuminati hotties, aka Sarah Tudzin, has launched into a new album era with the announcement of her forthcoming full-length POWER. The 13-track collection is scheduled to arrive via Tudzin’s own label, Snack Shack Tracks, and Hopeless Records on August 23. Acting as the second glimpse into her forthcoming release, illuminati hotties has also dropped her latest offering, “Didn’t,” featuring Cavetown. Arriving with a sun-soaked, accompanying music video shot through the streets of Los Angeles and featuring comedian Caleb Hearon, the visual adds to the playful tone of the glistening track. Tudzin shares on… Read more »
As illuminati hotties gear up for their summer run with Boygenius, which kicks off next on July 29 in Quincy, WA following an appearance at Pitchfork Music Festival, the group’s mastermind Sarah Tudzin has issued the infectiously sweet new single “Truck.” “Truck” emerges as a sonic oasis, whisking us away from the predictable sounds of the mainstream. With gentle guitar melodies paving the way, they seamlessly intertwine with Tudzin’s velvety and captivating vocals, painting a unique musical tapestry. As the notes unfurl, an evocative aura reminiscent of indie mainstays such as Sparklehorse and The National envelops us, embracing the soul… Read more »
On October 31, Pinkshift unleashed their new heavy rock and pop-punk-infused track, “ONE NATION.” Previously, the group released “Knead” in September, their cover of Illuminati hotties’ song for Hopeless Records’ Hopelessly Devoted To You. “ONE NATION” sees the band sending a major message to those in political power who refuse to protect their people and people abroad. Underneath their lyric video, the band says, “It’s difficult to watch the suffering of Palestinians, the suffering of all those who are oppressed and disenfranchised by imperialism, alongside the repression of free speech and our right to protest in the US.” They continue,… Read more »
Hopeless Records just added a new artist to the label. On October 30, they welcomed Comastatic to the Hopeless fam. Hailing from Zurich, Switzerland, vocalist Mattia Di Paolo and guitarist Jules began their Comastatic journey back in 2022. Melding raw, soaring choruses with electronic-tinged urgent rock melodies, Comastatic crafts an unforgettable modern alt-rock experience. Most recently, the rising act shared singles “COMA” and “Misery” in 2024, but we are excitedly anticipating their label debut. Hopeless Records assures followers, “More exciting news [is] on the way.” Additionally, Hopeless Records has definitely been on a roll with adding cool new talent to… Read more »
In honor of Hopeless Records turning 30, Fame On Fire has covered All Time Low’s “Dear Maria, Count Me In” for the label’s Hopelessly Devoted To You compilation album. The song originally appeared on All Time Low’s 2007 LP So Wrong, It’s Right. The compilation will also boast The Wonder Years’ cover of Thrice’s “Deadbolt,” Point North’s cover of Avenged Sevenfold’s “Unholy Confessions,” NOAHFINNCE‘s rendition of Waterparks‘ “I Miss Having Sex But at Least I Don’t Wanna Die Anymore,” Bayside‘s reworking of The Weakerthans‘ “Aside,” and LØLØ‘s cover of New Found Glory‘s “Vicious Love.” Plus, most recently, Hey Violet and Jayden Seeley (ex-With Confidence) covered Yellowcard‘s “Hang You Up.” Additionally, a vinyl release of Hopelessly Devoted To You is set for December 6.… Read more »
Cavetown and Frankie Cosmos have officially collabed on their new song, “magic 8 ball.” The upcoming tour buddies also dropped a delightful music video from The Egg in Albany, NY. (This is also their first tour spot on October 24!) Of the track, Cavetown shared that “this song was an old demo of @frankiecombos‘s and we added some cool lyrics and production on it together 🙂 so happy with how it came out!!” Check out the new Cavetown and Frankie Cosmos track below. Cavetown is booked and busy through the rest of 2024 into 2025 on several shows with Frankie Cosmos,… Read more »
After releasing dazzling pop-rock bangers such as “High Horse” and “Greener,” Taylor Acorn‘s debut album Survival In Motion is finally here. Alongside the release, she dropped a new music video for “Nervous System.” Acorn notes, “‘Nervous System’ is just one of those songs where whenever I listen to it I can’t believe that it’s a song that I wrote. It’s so different from my usual style of writing but in the best way and it’s definitely one of those where you can just roll the windows down on a nice day and jam out. I love the way it feels… Read more »
