Music and materials have always gone hand in hand. From Kanye’s “Gold Digger” to the obvious Madonna classic “Material Girl” it’s an inescapable theme that only grows more relevant with each passing decade. We’re at the height of decadence, with buying things easier than ever with the rise of corporations like Amazon and the slow
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With Love is the latest music release from an artist who does so much more. Canadian-born Tia McGraff isn’t a songwriter or singer alone, but an author of children’s literature as well. There is a lot of wide-eyed sense of wonder pervading these songs, both musically and lyrically, but it’s never childish. Those qualities are, instead,
Jahleel Kamara’s rise through the world of film and television should help restore any faith you’ve lost that the industry can produce talented and healthy young performers. Kamara’s first two years working as an actor in both film and television productions is a rousing success and he’s poised to take the next big step, at
Eleven-year-old kids are supposed to be playing video games and worrying about school. The rigors of the Broadway stage, memorizing lines, performing for different faces at each staging, wow, some adults can’t handle that, let alone eleven-year-old children. Milanis Clark didn’t get that memo, however, and nor did her family. Shepherded by her mother Yeimis
Saying classical music and opera aren’t everyone’s cup of tea is akin to announcing anchovies are unpopular pizza toppings. It isn’t exactly earth-shattering news and, moreover, it’s well-established fact. Neither genre has ever experienced meaningful commercial popularity in the American market, as much a result of cliché as any inherent stuffiness in the music. Many
The Cali vibes that had so much influence over Little Hurt when composing his newest single are all over the place in “Cooler If U Did,” and no matter what volume you’re listening to this song at, there’s a good chance they’re going to rub off on you before the track has reached its climax.
Harmony Dreamers is a project conceived by powerhouse musical artist Byron Lee Scott that draws its inspiration from a deeply personal place. Scott doesn’t promote this work in that way. It’s promoted and built, instead, with a clear reaching out of spirit, a focus on our common welfare instead of focusing on the self. In
Denmark’s underground music scene is synonymous with some of the best content to come out of northern Europe in the past forty years, and in their album Funhouse Mirror, the country’s own Vinyl Floor is looking to continue this rich tradition with some of the most insightful indie rock tunes I’ve listened to in a
Jason Shand doesn’t just have the goal of getting his new single “X Factor” to the masses this summer – he wants to establish credibility that goes beyond the waves of a trend, and he’s likely chosen the right song to do as much with in this one. Although I’m as big a fan of
On paper, there’s really nothing unconventional about “She Makes Beauty,” the new single from rising singer/songwriter Marc Bosserman, but upon closer inspection, this song seems just a bit more elaborate in style than what the status quo is calling for in 2022. URL: https://www.marcbosserman.com/ Although he approaches his lyrics with a humble tone that suits
In a song like the elaborately arranged “Drop Me Off at the Rainbow,” Joe Macre can demonstrate a compositional versatility that has become quite rare in contemporary rock, while in the more straightforward “Get Up, Crack Down,” raw rock adrenaline serves as the biggest element in the spotlight. Where the contrast comes together in the
Cover Song Contest from Masterpiece Sound Studios Detroit gives musicians a shot at a $25K grand prize, and a Detroit concert spot In Partnership with Sony Music Publishing Calling all musically talented artists! We’re looking for singers, musicians, producers, and re-mixers who are game to makeover a classic Motown Hit! Legendary Motown songwriter and record
It’s great to know bands such as Dark Below are still out there flying the rock guitar flag. This isn’t any retro-minded band, however, looking to cash-in on audience nostalgia. Dark Below sees and uses melodic alternative hard rock as a pummeling and emotional vehicle for sharing their life with listeners. This isn’t guitar rock
Tia Penny is an Arizona-based singer/ songwriter/ musician with an exceptional range of talent for such a young age. She recorded her first two singles in New York City at A Diamond Heart Production and her first release, “Joyride” is scheduled for September 2022. As a young teen, she had National and local TV spots,
Nick Phoenix has released a cinematic video for the song ‘Andromeda’ from his ‘Wide World’ album. The video was shot in Pasadena, CA on the historic campus of the California Institute of Technology and various locations in the Mohave Desert. Explaining about ‘Andromeda’, Phoenix says “The song is about an astronomer who dreams of visiting the Andromeda Galaxy and he designs
Alex Wellkers’ famous now has generated a positive buzz for the Swiss-born songwriter/musician since its June release. His latest recording highlights nine of Wellkers’ best recent songs in a compelling sonic light. He solidified his strong connection with music early in life and worked studiously towards reaching his artistic goals; it’s a key reason why this young
Rock music, as is the case with all great genres of pop music, is all about storytelling. Rock musicians want to develop narratives that are bigger than the lyrics they sing and using everything from guitars to enormous beats, they do as much when they step into the studio to make something intriguing for their
By Request is the third album from New Jersey flutist duo, Steve Markoff and Patricia Lazzara. A handful of singles have been released and the latest is the odyssey-like hit “Nights In White Satin”. A staple in the late 60s and early 70s pop and progressive rock scene, The Moody Blues first fused together pop rock
Brian Shapiro balances a successful academic career with his burgeoning career as bandleader of the Brian Shapiro Band. The Philadelphia-based band’s sophomore release It’s Amazing follows their recent debut All That We See without any drop off in quality. The debut served notice of a songwriting sensibility and musical approach far afield of your typical alternative rock act, but
Project Grand Slam’s new single “Fall of Winter” marks an interesting new chapter in the band’s life. Working with co-writer and guest vocalist Jim Peterik hasn’t changed anything about the way the band plays and works at a fundamental level, but it does change their presentation this time out. It doesn’t, however, play like a
Film & TV Sync Superstar Nick Phoenix work on movie trailers has soundtracked the worlds of ‘Star Trek’, ‘The Avengers,’ ‘Batman’, ‘Harry Potter,’ and more. Now, he’s returning to his first love – Rock ’N’ Roll – with the release of new album ‘Wide World’, which features members of Death Cab For Cutie and John Mayer’s band.
“There Will Come a Day” is the new single from longtime Christian music vocalist Billy Gaines. Winner of two prestigious Dove Awards, Gaines has endured an over forty year career in a world and genre that every day devours lesser artists than him. No one ever opting to build their vocal career around religious-themed music
Lately, there’s been a major increase in conceptualism among rock, pop, and folk artists, but this isn’t stopping Corey Stapleton from giving us the cut and dry crossover record we deserve in his debut album Sea Change. Recorded with the help of his band The Pretty Pirates, Sea Change gives us a well-rounded look at who Corey Stapleton
Up and coming Pop artist JoZie’s second single, “Perfect Enough,” is an anthem for self-acceptance. Penned by her writers Thornton Cline and Lacie Carpenter and expertly performed by JoZie, “Perfect Enough” reminds listeners that who they are is enough. JoZie moved to Music City when she was 18, in two years she has earned a
Bernadett’s new release Redemption begins with the track “For You”. It’s the crisper sounding of the two songs included on Redemption and the assertive percussion sound, in particular, gives “For You” the sort of urgency listeners usually flock to. It isn’t the driving factor determining the song’s success, however. Bernadett’s violin is, no doubt, the lead instrument here and
Dici isn’t afraid to rap with his heart on his sleeve on his new track “u n i.” In only two years time, Dici has garnered thousands of followers and millions of views on his music videos. Dici, who is only 18 years old, was born in Milan and brought up in Miami. Dici’s been
LA-Based Atlas Elite Entertainment Music Awards Announce the Nomination of RnB Superstar Rina Chanel to their Roster of Nominees Washington DC [February 3, 2022] Rina Chanel’s career keeps booming to new levels each day. She was recently inaugurated as a top nominee in the RnB category for the prestigious 4th annual Atlas Elite Entertainment Music
Gabby Gabanna cuts to the chase in the brilliant hip-hop track, “Ballers Club”. Brash and undeniably ripped with inescapable beats, “Ballers Club” is the perfect cure to mainstream music. This song is frightfully good and Gabanna proves her authenticity with her flow style. She’s quick, but not so fast that you can’t chill in her
In casual balladic grooves in “Lament,” ferocious clashing of harmony and rhythm in “The One I’m Not Supposed to See,” stately, beat-driven jazz in “Redemption Road,” and passionate crooning ala “Stockbridge Fanfare,” Robert Miller’s Project Grand Slam assemble what could be the first must-own live indie record of 2022 in their new album The Shakespeare Concert.
Mary Broadcast’s new EP Panic ventures into areas few other songwriters dare to go. The six track release conceptual release tackles the miscarriage and aftermath for a young couple, focusing on the mother and her personal journey. It isn’t your typical concept release, the wont for most producing such works is typically not so raw and personal,
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