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Erik Lunde Teases Upcoming Solo Album With “Long Time Overdue”

Colorado roots-rock-americana artist Erik Lunde is teasing his upcoming album Water From The Stone with the release of the lead single “Long Time Overdue”. A song of many layers, “Long time Overdue” pays tribute to the Colorado “band of brothers” that helped Lunde create this album, speaks to the truth of the creative process behind Water From The Stone, and touches on the feeling of longing that many people experienced during the pandemic. “I’m really stoked to release “Long Time Overdue” as the lead single from my upcoming full-length album release Water From The Stone because finishing this album really was like trying to get water from a stone – and in my mind, it’s a record release that is a long time overdue,” says Lunde. “Since the pandemic is ending, there are a lot of things that are a long time overdue, like family reunions, long-distance relationships, seeing your mother or father in a nursing home. I think this song – both the lyric and the keening, yearning almost desperate energy of the performance – really taps into that feeling we all feel now.”

The light-hearted, uptempo single brings a sense of hopefulness – something that Lunde has found in the local Fort Collins music community in what he dubs his “band of brothers”. Six local musicians – Jeff Finlin, Ryan Lennartson, Justin Roth, Eric Straumanis, Bob Montgomery, and Darren Radach – helped Lunde bring this album to life. “I couldn’t have made this song or this record without the generous contribution of time, talent, musicianship, money, and encouragement that these guys gave me,” says Lunde. Having been writing and performing all over North America since 1995, Lunde says it wasn’t until he moved to Fort Collins in 2009 that he found a community that could really push his creative boundaries and help bring to life the songs and music that he knew was within him all along. “Long Time Overdue” – along with the rest of Water From The Stone – is a testament to the power of the Fort Collins Music Community that helped create this record and gave Lunde a place to finally plant his roots.

Lunde’s upcoming album, Water From The Stone, is itself a long time overdue as it took six years and six studios to reach completion. As a passionate and compelling performer that connects with his audience, Lunde set out to translate that infectious energy and rock and roll spirit of his live performance into a record. His collection of “post-modern folk-rock spirituals” draws upon deeply reflective songwriting and Americana soundscapes to create a sound that is truly his own. Northern Colorado’s SCENE Magazine has described Lunde’s songwriting as “lyrics that are haunting and memorable poetry, […] skipping from dark and minor chord tones that are reminiscent of lonesome backroads and bleak, understated realism.” After hearing the title track “Water From The Stone” SCENE Magazine remarked, “If they could get ten more like “Water From Stone,” they would have an incredible album.” Lunde is eager to let fans hear the full collection of songs this September.

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Michael Chagnon ignites the floor with latest single “The Way That You Move”

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Michael Chagnon’s latest single, “The Way That You Move,” has the raw power of a late-night ignition and the charged atmosphere of a crowded, sweaty venue. The track starts with a guitar strike that sends it forward with nonstop energy, combining the intensity of garage rock with the urgency of pop dance. It is a track that not only wants to be heard, but also felt.

The track has a strong, catchy hook that makes it exciting. The rock-inspired instruments build to a strong energy, and the pulsing beat makes it easy to dance to, keeping your heart rate up. The story has a movie-like quality, like a high-stakes chase through brightly lit city streets where danger and desire meet in a noir-like setting. Every beat has a sense of urgency, and every riff has a purpose.

The best thing about “The Way That You Move” is how strong it is. There are no extras or unnecessary distractions, just real, pure rock energy delivered with confidence. The raw production adds to the song’s appeal, giving it a dynamic quality that works well in both small spaces and big crowds. This song is great in small spaces, where sound, movement, and emotion come together to form an unstoppable force.

Michael Chagnon describes movement not just as physical action, but also as an emotional force. The song is full of tension, release, and a steady rhythm that makes it impossible to be still. “The Way That You Move” is a powerful reminder of how rock can bring people together, energize them, and inspire them, whether it’s coming through speakers or echoing in a live venue. This is moving music that keeps going and going.

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Izzi Stone casts a spell of subtle wonder on new release “9 Camels”

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Izzi Stone’s latest single, “9 Camels,” appears on the horizon like a ghost, captivating, mysterious, and deeply atmospheric. The track doesn’t overwhelm the listener, instead, it embraces restraint and lets the mood build slowly. From the very beginning, it draws you into Izzi Stone’s world with an enchanting flow, where every sound seems planned and every silence has meaning.

“9 Camels” is a piece that depends on how well its audience can understand it. It doesn’t rush to explain itself or go after obvious temptations. Instead, it sets up a rhythmic pattern that slowly reveals its beauty. The track’s mysterious rhythm is built on a steady bass line that gives it a steady pulse that is both stable and fluid. This balance between nuance and rhythm creates an interesting sonic experience that requires patience and multiple listens.

“9 Camels” tells an emotional story full of hope and longing. It suggests that a man’s desire is manifesting in the sky, a poetic way of saying that people harbor hidden hopes and possibilities. There are whispers of hope along the track that point the way and give strength, even though the journey ahead is unclear. This emotional undertone gives the song more depth, turning it from background noise into a deep feeling.

Izzi Stone shows in “9 Camels” that less can be more powerful. The song’s sparse instrumentation, mysterious rhythm, and deep bass groove come together to make a soundscape that lasts long after the song ends. Izzi Stone’s music has come a long way since this song was made. It is meant to be felt emotionally. Her newest song, “9 Camels,” explores how important it is to connect with yourself and others to get through tough times and periods of uncertainty. Stone’s music is influenced by jazz and avant-garde styles. She combines sultry restraint with progressive optimism to create an intimate, timeless, and powerful world.

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