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25-07-2025
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Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band Announce Tour, Share Video for New Song: Watch
All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by Pitchfork editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Ryan Davis, photo by Justin Murphy Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band have announced a headlining tour and shared 'Better If You Make Me,' the final preview of their upcoming album New Threats From the Soul. Accompanying the single is a music video directed by Tijah Bumgarner that was shot in Charleston, West Virginia, and Lexington, Kentucky. Watch it below. 'I was blown away by the extent to which, wherever we went, all Tijah had to do was say, 'Hi, I'm a professor at Marshall University, and we're here working on a student film,'' Davis said in a press statement. 'Next thing you know, they'd be welcoming me onto their boat, letting me inside the cockpit of a real fucking airplane, unattended, no questions asked. At one point, the mayor of Charleston saw us filming at one of the bike race locations, walked up to us, and kissed me on the cheek while I was fully bloodied up in fight scene makeup, hahaha. The presence of a camera has a mysteriously bewitching effect on people.' Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band head out on tour next month in support of the new LP. The tour begins on August 6, in Louisville, Kentucky. From there, they hit up a few Midwestern cities before flying to Europe for a long leg of shows. Upon returning to the United States, the band will then play over a dozen other gigs. Find the group»s complete list of tour dates below. New Threats From the Soul is out this Friday, July 25. Dotting its tracklist are the singles 'Monte Carlo / No Limits' and 'New Threats From the Soul.' Ryan Davis—a former State Champion member, visual artist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter based in Louisville—recorded the new album with producer Seth Manchester, at Machines With Magnets, while his bandmates on the record include Manchester, percussionist Dan Davis, violist and violinist Elisabeth Fuchsia, drummer and pianist Will Lawrence, bassist and saxophonist Jim Marlow, pedal steel player Christopher May, and violinist Aaron Rosenblum. New Threats From the Soul is Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band's first album since the 2023 breakthrough Dancing on the Edge. Read about that LP in Pitchfork's feature 'The 37 Best Rock Albums of 2023.' Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band: New Threats From the Soul Tour $.00, Ticketmaster Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band: 08-06 Louisville, KY - Whirling Tiger 08-07 Jeffersonville, IN - The Depot 08-08 Chicago, IL - The Hideout 08-09 Spring Green, WI - Shitty Barn 08-20 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tolhuistuin % 08-21 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tolhuistuin % 08-22 Marlborough, England - Sound Knowledge 08-23 London, England - The Lexington 08-24 Cambridge, England - The Blue Moon 08-25 Coventry, England - The Tin Music and Arts 08-26 Huddersfield, England - The Parish 08-27 Sheffield, England - Delicious Clam 08-28 Norwich, England - Voodoo Daddy's 08-29 Luton, England - The Bear Club 08-30 Moseley, England - Moseley Folk & Arts Festival 08-31 Wiltshire, England - End of the Road Festival 09-01 Bath, England - The Bell 09-02 Winchester, England - The Railway Inn 09-04 Kilkenny, Ireland - Cleere's Bar & Theatre 09-05 Dublin, Ireland - The Workman's Club 09-06 Glasgow, Scotland - The Flying Duck 09-07 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tolhuistuin 09-08 Nijmegen, Netherlands - Merleyn 09-13 Leffinge, Belgium - Leffingeleuren Festival 09-16 Stavanger, Norway - Folken 09-17 Bergen, Norway - Landmark 09-18 Oslo, Norway - Blå 09-19 Stockholm, Sweden - Bar Brooklyn 09-20 Gothenburg, Sweden - Pustervik 09-21 Copenhagen, Denmark - Amager Bio 10-23 Memphis, TN - Hernando's Hideaway 10-24 Dallas, TX - Double Wide 10-25 Austin, TX - Chess Club 10-27 Phoenix, AZ - Last Exit Live 10-28 Los Angeles, CA - Zebulon 10-29 San Francisco, CA - Psyched Festival 10-31 Portland, OR - Cravin' Gravy Social Club 11-01 Seattle, WA - Clock Out Lounge 11-02 Boise, ID - Shrine Social Club (Basement) 11-03 Salt Lake City, UT - Urban Lounge 11-04 Denver, CO - Goosetown Tavern 11-05 Omaha, NE - Reverb Lounge 11-06 Davenport, IA - The Raccoon Motel 11-07 Milwaukee, WI - Falcon Bowl 11-08 Tolono, IL - Loose Cobra % with MJ Lenderman & the Wind Originally Appeared on Pitchfork Solve the daily Crossword
Wall Street Journal
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
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‘New Threats From the Soul' by Ryan Davis and the Roadhouse Band Review: A Songwriter's Wild Wit
There's a scene in Martin Scorsese's 2005 documentary, 'No Direction Home,' that shows Bob Dylan standing on a London street corner in 1966, verbally riffing on the signage he sees around him. He excitedly shuffles words about pet care with an ad for tobacco and delights at the various combinations he finds. It's a magical sequence because we learn how his mind works, how he arrives at the surreal imagery found in his songs from around that time. It also suggests we're constantly surrounded by fragments of meaning that are waiting to be assembled into poetry. Ryan Davis is one of a few active singer-songwriters who play with lyrics in this fashion, fusing freewheeling Dylanisms with the alternately tragic and hilarious absurdity of David Berman, who led the bands Silver Jews and Purple Mountains before his death in 2019. In the 2010s, Mr. Davis fronted a rough-edged indie-rock band called State Champion, and wordplay was in effect from the outset when the group titled its first LP 'Stale Champagne.' On his first solo album, 2023's 'Dancing on the Edge,' recorded with a loose assemblage of players called the Roadhouse Band, he allowed his love of cracked language to run wild, and the collection's homey acoustic Americana turned out to be an ideal musical setting for his musings. His latest record, 'New Threats From the Soul' (Sophomore Lounge), out Friday, improves sharply on its predecessor, pushing limits both musically and lyrically while remaining surprisingly accessible.
Tokyo Reported
18-06-2025
- Business
- Tokyo Reported
Japan Moves Closer to Formal Ban on Online Casino Operations
Japan's House of Representatives has taken a decisive step by approving a bill that would officially ban the opening and management of online casinos in the country. Although online gambling is already considered unlawful under Japanese law, the revised legislation aims to close loopholes and tighten oversight within Japan's digital space. With the backing of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and other major parties, the bill is now under review by the House of Councillors. If passed there, it could be enacted before the current parliamentary session concludes, potentially within weeks. This marks a key moment in Japan's efforts to strengthen its approach to digital gaming regulation. Legislative Push Backed by Broad Political Support Since May, eight political parties and parliamentary groups have been collaborating to address gaps in Japan's regulation of unlicensed online gaming. While current laws deem unlicensed online gambling illegal, enforcement has varied and lacked clarity, especially when it comes to digital platforms. The updated legislation intends to rectify this by imposing clear nationwide guidelines. It would not only ban operators from launching online casinos but also restrict any promotional efforts, including advertisements or links directing users to such services. Social media platforms and other online channels would be required to remove content that facilitates access to these sites. Despite the shift, many Japanese players are likely to continue playing offshore at reputable internationally licenced online casinos, which remain accessible through international domains and VPN services. According to iGaming writer Ryan Davis many of these platforms offer players access to thousands of games, fast payouts, flexible transaction methods, safe experiences that are regulated by established global gambling bodies, and provide exciting bonuses like welcome rewards, cashback offers, and free spins. For users seeking more freedom, privacy, and variety, offshore sites continue to provide a polished and user-centric experience, especially as domestic options remain restricted or unclear. As Japan moves to tighten domestic control, the continued appeal and accessibility of regulated offshore casinos underscores the limits of national policy in a globally connected gaming world. Online Gambling Already Illegal, Yet Widely Accessed Under existing statutes, participation in unregulated online casino platforms is a criminal offense in Japan, punishable by fines of up to ¥500,000 and potentially up to three years in prison for repeated offences. However, the reality is that many Japanese residents continue to access offshore casino services beyond the reach of domestic regulation. A National Police Agency survey conducted in March revealed that around 3.37 million people in Japan have frequented these online casino sites, with spending estimated at ¥1.24 trillion (around $8.7 billion) annually. These figures highlight a significant disconnect between legal restrictions and user behavior. Growing Public Conversations Within Japan A civic group in Tokyo has seen a sharp rise in inquiries related to digital gaming behavior, escalating from eight consultations in 2019 to ninety-one in 2024. This growth suggests that many people are uncertain about what is permitted and where the boundaries lie under current law. The surge in public interest has propelled lawmakers to elevate the issue within this year's parliamentary agenda, accelerating action on the proposed. Shaping Japan's Digital Future Through Policy As Japan moves to formalize its stance on online casinos, this legislation also reflects a broader shift in how the country approaches digital infrastructure and personal responsibility in entertainment spaces. With increasing demand for clear boundaries in rapidly growing sectors such as streaming , digital finance, and interactive media, Japan's lawmakers are signaling that digital progress must go hand-in-hand with accountability. This is more about ensuring that new technologies develop within frameworks that reflect national values rather than restrictions. In the same way Japan has taken a measured approach to cryptocurrency regulations, social media laws, and tech sector transparency, this bill continues that pattern. The emphasis remains on maintaining control over services that operate within national borders and ensuring those services align with legal standards. By setting out these guidelines now, Japan is giving businesses, tech developers, and content platforms the direction they need to make responsible decisions. It's an approach focused not on blocking progress but guiding it, ensuring that digital growth benefits users and businesses while respecting the rules of the system. Next Steps and Domestic Focus Now under consideration by the upper chamber, the House of Councillors is expected to fast-track the bill in order to finalize changes before the session ends later this month. If enacted, Japan would reinforce its legal framework for digital gaming by focusing squarely on domestic operations and operators. Instead of targeting foreign-based platforms directly, the emphasis is on ensuring that those operating, advertising, or facilitating online casino services within Japan's jurisdiction are fully aligned with national regulations. This legislative momentum reveals Japan's deeper intention: to clarify and reinforce how digital game operations are managed internally, laying the groundwork for a more coherent and controlled environment in the country's fast-developing online landscape.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
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Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band Announce New Threats From the Soul Album, Share Song: Listen
All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by Pitchfork editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band have announced their first album since 2023 breakthrough Dancing on the Edge. The new album is called New Threats From the Soul, and it comes out on July 25. It'll get released in the United States via Sophomore Lounge, while Tough Love is handling the release in the United Kingdom and Europe. Listen to the new album's title song below. Ryan Davis—a visual artist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter based in Louisville, Kentucky—recorded his new album with producer Seth Manchester at Machines With Magnets. Davis' band on the album included Manchester, percussionist Dan Davis, violist and violinist Elisabeth Fuchsia, drummer and pianist Will Lawrence, bassist and saxophonist Jim Marlow, pedal steel player Christopher May, and violinist Aaron Rosenblum. In addition, today's new song features guest vocals from Catherine Irwin of Freakwater. (Irwin and Davis are pictured above in the single artwork, photographed by Chad Smith.) Read about Dancing on the Edge in Pitchfork's feature 'The 37 Best Rock Albums of 2023.' $48.00, Rough Trade New Threats From the Soul: 01 New Threats From the Soul 02 Monte Carlo / No Limits 03 Mutilation Springs 04 Better If You Make Me 05 The Simple Joy 06 Mutilation Falls 07 Crass Shadows (at Walden Pawn) Originally Appeared on Pitchfork
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27-01-2025
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Orlando restaurant closed indefinitely after overnight fire
A building that has housed a waterfront Orlando restaurant for more than 50 years caught fire early Sunday morning, and the place that touted 'Food, Brews & Views' is now closed indefinitely. Owner Ryan Davis said he was told by fire officials that electrical problems might have started the fire in the kitchen area at The Waterfront, located on Lake Jennie Jewel in South Orlando. There were no injuries. 'I don't think there was foul play or anything, but having it happen it the middle of the night caught me a little bit by surprise,' he said. 'There's not much power being used in the middle of the night.' Davis said his wife woke him up about 5 a.m. Sunday after she saw a TV news report about the he got to the restaurant, crews were working to put out the blaze. About 10% of the building was burned by Davis' estimation. Flames from the fire reached as high as 20 feet in the air, he said, but most of the inside of the building, including the seating areas, were saved by the firefighters. 'You start off kind of feeling sad and emotional and now we're ready to get going,' Davis said. 'We're ready to get things on track and figure out what the next deal is.' Davis said he plans to rebuild, adding he feels he owes it to his staff and his regular patrons. The building that houses The Waterfront has been there since 1972 and was named Julie's Waterfront when Davis took it over about eight years ago. Davis said the restaurant has started a GoFundMe page to help pay staff who have now lost their jobs, and he has been overwhelmed by the response. Donors have raised over $5,000 for The Waterfront since Sunday. 'You just feel awful for the staff and you feel awful that happened, but what can you do?' he said. 'That's what we're trying to do now, is figure out what to do next.'
