have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on The West Wing, Veep, Veronica Mars, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, Nelly Furtado, Sister Hazel, Glass Animals, Kid Cudi, Joan As Police Woman, Gina Alice, and The Beach Boys
- Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will be releasing The West Wing: The Complete Series for the first time ever on Blu-ray, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the critically acclaimed series. Get ready to binge all 156 episodes from NBC/WBTV’sEmmy® Award-winning original series, along with hours of special features including over 20 commentaries, behind the scenes featurettes, unaired scenes, gag reels and more. The brilliant political drama, following an extraordinarily intimate look at an American President and the inner workings of the White House, will be available to own on Blu-ray on October 1. Pre-order your copy today. Created by Aaron Sorkin who executive produced with Thomas Schlamme and John Wells, The West Wing stars Rob Lowe , Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, John Spencer, Bradley Whitford, and Martin Sheen. The series was produced by John Wells Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
- Just in time for one of the biggest political elections of all time, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will be newly releasing Veep: The Complete Series on Blu-ray. Get ready to binge on all 65 episodes from HBO’s Emmy® award-winning original series, along with all the previously released special features. The political comedy series follows United States Vice President Salina Meyer (played by Julia Louis Dreyfus) and her incompetent team as they attempt to secure a legacy, but often instead become bogged down in day-to-day political games. Pre-order your copy today. Veep stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale, Reid Scott, Timothy Simons, Matt Walsh, Sufe Bradshaw, Kevin Dunn, Gary Cole, Sam Richardson, Sarah Sutherland, and Clea DuVall.
- Celebrating 20 years - Veronica Mars (Kristen Bell) has put Neptune and her amateur sleuthing days behind her on the eve of graduating law school. While interviewing at high-end law firms, Veronica gets a call from her ex-boyfriend Logan (Jason Dohring) who has been accused of murder. Veronica heads back to Neptune just to help Logan find an attorney, but when things don't seem right with how Logan's case is perceived and handled, Veronica finds herself being pulled back into a life she thought she had left behind. Based on the hit series produced by Joel Silver and creator Rob Thomas, Veronica Mars is back, along with over a dozen original cast members... due to popular demand. Own it today!
- For a record-breaking fourteen seasons and 435 episodes, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet aired on ABC-TV from 1952-1966, becoming one of the most cherished cultural touchstones of the twentieth century. The gentle humor of the prolific and popular sitcom was brought to the screen by the real-life Nelson family: Ozzie and wife Harriet with their sons David and Rick, all portraying themselves in a trendsetting blend of fact-meets-fiction comedy. The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet Video Scrapbook serves as a fun and fascinating companion to the complete restored series! 2-Disc DVD set Available On September 17th.
- GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Nelly Furtado releases her highly anticipated new studio album, 7, today via Nelstar / 21 Entertainment / Universal Music Canada / Republic Records / Casablanca Records / Polydor Records. Listen to 7 HERE. Written and co-produced by Furtado, 7 is a collection of liberated pop music, both celebratory and deeply personal, from her perspective as a “grown ass woman living with no shame or apologies.” Inspired by an “inner revolution”, Nelly Furtado is an artist thriving in her purpose, continuing her legacy of elevating pop music.
- Platinum-selling band Sister Hazel is thrilled to unveil its forthcoming 13th studio album, Sand, Sea & Crash Debris, due out on November 15, 2024. Produced by Ben Jackson and Sister Hazel, the album's 10 tracks guide listeners through personal and introspective experiences, exploring themes of vulnerability, love, growth, and renewal. It is now available for pre-order in digital format. Lead singer Ken Block shares his enthusiasm for the album, stating, "This time, our studio mantra was, 'Let’s have FUN.' We aimed to swing for the fences, keep things fresh, and throw out the rule book!" PRE-ORDER SAND, SEA & CRASH DEBRIS
- GRAMMY® and BRIT-nominated, Diamond-selling British band Glass Animals brought their “Tour Of Earth” to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, delivering a show stopping performance of their single “Creatures in Heaven” from their critically acclaimed fourth studio album I Love You So F***ing Much—watch HERE. The band has been performing sold-out shows in arenas and amphitheaters across the country on their headline “Tour Of Earth,” which most recently stopped at Los Angeles’ iconic Kia Forum for a sold-out night—watch a show recap HERE. The tour has been met with widespread praise from fans and critics alike, as Glass Animals bring their new album to life with impressive, out-of-this-world production. Their “Tour of Earth” wraps in the U.S. this weekend with three back-to-back shows across Texas, and then continues in the U.K., Europe, and Australia later this fall, with the band playing massive shows at iconic venues, including London’s O2 and Sydney’s Opera House Forecourt. See the full list of upcoming tour dates HERE.
- GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum sonic visionary, artist, producer, actor and director Kid Cudi shares “Don’t Worry” featuring Chip Tha Ripper on all streaming platforms. Listen HERE. Watch the music video on YouTube HERE. The self-proclaimed “ode to New York” sees Cudi lean into the sonic stylings he originated during his time in the city. His airtight flow and unpredictable cadence drive the track towards a hypnotic hook, while old friend and longtime collaborator Chip Tha Ripper pulls up with an incendiary verse of his own. In the visual, they take over NYC together.
- Critically acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Joan As Police Woman today releases her 10th studio album Lemons, Limes & Orchids via Play It Again Sam. A record which explores love and loss at its core, the body of work functions as a nocturne for the expansion of time. A crowning showcase of Joan's artistry in all its metamorphic splendor, the new album sees Joan venture deeper into her jazz influences with further affectations associated with electronic and ambient music. Featuring production and instrumentation from an impressive list of collaborators, the accomplished personnel includes the legendary and GRAMMY-Award winning Meshell Ndegeocello on bass, Chris Bruce (Seal, Trevor Horn, Alanis Morisette) on guitar, Daniel Mintseris (St. Vincent, David Byrne, Elvis Costello & The Imposters) on keys, and Parker Kindred (Jeff Buckley, Liam Gallagher) and Otto Hauser alternating on drums. Watch the Video for "Remember the Voice" HERE
- Kicking off another creative chapter, international star, accomplished pianist, and dynamic vocalist Gina Alice unveils her anxiously awaited new debut Dreamcatcher EP available now via Republic Records. Listen to Dreamcatcher HERE.. With its ever-evolving soundscape and stunning performances, the four-track body of work illuminates the depth of her artistry. “LONELY IN PARIS” revolves around soft piano and a gentle electronic beat, drawing the spotlight to her arresting vocals. Exuding attitude, she holds nothing back on the hook, “Now you’re just lonely in Paris, wishing that you still had this.” Elsewhere, her breathy delivery captivates over a synth loop and 808s on “Ladies Room.” She sets the scene, “Makeup on the counter. Nobody’s a stranger.” Then, there’s “GAMESHOW.” Locking into a hypnotic cadence, Gina gets reflective above stripped-back piano, steady snaps, and big screen-size strings, coming to the realization, “If you don’t know, it’s all just a gameshow.” She strikes an elegant and elusive balance between R&B and pop, cementing a sound of her own without.
- In 1964, at the height of their popularity, The Beach Boys put their Southern California-soaked sunshine spin on Christmas music with a mix of originals and inspired renditions of holiday favorites. Their fourth LP of the year, The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album was an instant classic, and over the ensuing six decades has become one of the group’s most beloved albums as well as one of the most cherished Christmas collections in the holiday music canon. The 60th anniversary of The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album is being commemorated with a numbered, limited edition LP on custom zoetrope vinyl, available exclusively via TheBeachBoys.com, uDiscover Music and Sound of Vinyl. The record includes a new gatefold jacket that features a holiday photo spread and a bonus 7″ with the single version of “Little Saint Nick” plus “Auld Lang Syne” on translucent “Ruby Red” color vinyl. The 7” single will also be available separately on “Ice Blue” vinyl. Both will be released November 8 via Capitol/UMe and are available for pre-order now. Pre-order both releases now:
Zoetrope vinyl: https://thebeachboys.lnk.to/ChristmasAlbumZoetropeAndSinglePR
- Some of the biggest holiday songs of all time will be released on collectible 7” color vinyl in time for the holidays. Available November 8 via UMe, Christmas music lovers and collectors alike can enjoy timeless yuletide classics from The Beach Boys, Brenda Lee, Burl Ives, Chuck Berry, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole and add a touch of vintage holiday spirit to their collections with these vibrant color vinyl records. Each 7” platter features a beloved holiday hit on the A-side and another festive favorite on the B-side, making these releases perfect for both enjoying and displaying. These limited-edition records are a celebration of the season and a tribute to the enduring appeal of these legendary artists.
The Beach Boys: “Little Saint Nick” / “Auld Lang Syne” on “Ice Blue” vinyl
Brenda Lee: “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” / “Papa Noel” on “Translucent Emerald” vinyl
Burl Ives: “A Holly Jolly Christmas” / “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer” on “Opaque Snow White” vinyl
Chuck Berry: “Run Rudolph Run” / “Merry Christmas Baby” on “Evergreen” vinyl
Ella Fitzgerald: “Sleigh Ride” / “Jingle Bells” on “Apple Red” vinyl
Frank Sinatra: “Jingle Bells” / “Silent Night” on “Evergreen” vinyl
Nat King Cole: “The Christmas Song” / “Deck The Hall” on “Opaque Baby Blue” vinyl
Pre-order all titles here: https://UMe.lnk.to/Holiday7InchVinylPR
