Coming from a small alpine town in Switzerland, where youngsters had no easy access to a jazz or pop education (before YouTube)…Eliane and her friends had to get themselves inspired/ organized and form their own bands, learn from records etc. Any free moment they had they lingered in the local music store and listened to…
Ashley J, a lovely young lady out of Orlando, FL. She is not only a pretty face, but a black belt, dancer and singer/songwriter, triple threat. She is celebrating her latest Pop goodness, Dare Ya. It has the same vivacious charisma we’re used to hearing from this budding new artist. She is fearless and puts…
Hello there to all music lovers. I am writing this with a heavy heart after what has happened in Orlando on Sunday. There are no words to say, we need to embrace love & tolerance but we must recognize that evil exists among us. Now before we get to talking with Marissa Lauren lets see…
25-year-old London born chanteuse JONES announces brand new single ‘Melt’ which has been co-written and produced by HONNE, will be released 29th July on 37 Adventures. ‘Melt’ is taken from JONES’ forthcoming debut album ‘New Skin’, due for release 2016. ‘New Skin’ has come together thanks to JONES’ work with some incredible studio talents; Lana…
Following on from his triumphant reign at No. 1 in the Irish Rock Charts and with rock venues in her majesty’s capital virtually fighting each other off for the man from Ireland to shake their foundations, Peter M. Smith returns armed with the swaggering “Rockstar”, ready to stake his claim to the throne. Combining influences…
Finding a job in the arts can be challenging. The competition for these jobs can be pretty high and the job quantity is considerably low. However, if you’re dedicated to the craft and really want to pursue music as a full-time career, there are a few steps to take that can help you get to…
WATCHING FOR FOXES RELEASE FULL-LENGTH ALBUM Indie folk band Watching for Foxes have released their full-length album Undone Bird. The 10-track collection is the first new release from the band with their new lineup. Undone Bird is now streaming on Pop Matters and is available for purchase on Bandcamp. “This project was really a labor…
If you’ve never heard of the name Destra, ask any of your friends or relatives that have ever taken a trip down to the Caribbean for Carnival or Crop Over. Artists such as Meghan Trainor, Nicki Minaj and Rihanna can be found winding to the “Queen of Bacchanal”. The most successful female Soca artist, even…
With a strong sense of play Barbara Mamabolo’s “Hold Up” – (Bring It Down)” brings the funk. At times reminiscent of Parliament’s delightful sense of style the song feels perfect. Paul Pesco’s incredible work on the guitar helps to keep the entire thing fully grounded as the rhythm works its impressive magic. By opting for…
Defiant in tone is the rebellious, independent-minded sound of Natalie Jean’s “Please Don’t”. Cleverly framed in a tragic story, the song expresses how exactly to overcome deep loss. Lyrics express exactly one becomes sick of a bad relationship, of how a bad relationship can poison a life. With lyrics cowritten by Natalie Jean and Michael…
Sly and seductive, Natalie Jean’s “Now I See” offers a luxurious inviting sound, one perfect for the summer. With a dubstep affect to it the piece feels ever so clear. At times reminiscent of James Blake’s careful approach to song craft the piece positively shimmers in tone. Downright glorious the build of the song results…
New York vocalist and songwriter Dylan St. John has become a staple on the underground circuit, racking up over 200,000 streams on previously released material, locking in sponsorships from industry leader Nue Agency and Sour Patch Kids, and playing sold-out shows with Hi-Rez and Soulection. Now the heat-seeking artist is gearing up for the release…
With a nice mixture of the blues and classic rock is the stylish sound of Topham McCarty’s “All Your Love”. Romantic to its very core Topham McCarty plays with tempo to great effect. Incredible guitar riffs abound throughout the piece showing off their impressive chops. Plainfield Slim utilizes a playful approach with the giddy work…
Pop/Rock band Romance & Rebellion video of their new single “More Than Friends” off their debut self-titled EP released June 3rd, 2016. “More Than Friends” is a foot-stomping, radio ready pop masterpiece. Their pop-rock infused sound begins with the subtle strum of an acoustic guitar and explodes in an all-out infectious party chorus. Between the…
JAZMINE SULLIVAN JOINS REEBOK FOR THE #STEPFORWARD CAMPAIGN R&B sensation Jazmine Sullivan and Reebok have teamed up for the launch of the new #STEPFORWARD Campaign which launched this month. #STEPFORWARD with Jazmine Sullivan is a three-part series, co-created by Reebok and Bkstg, a new platform that connects artists and fans directly, the series allows fans…
The duo of Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee, collectively known as The Lowest Pair, has followed an idiosyncratic path since their 2013 formation. Few performing and songwriting units embody the idea of “following the songs wherever and whenever they come” as completely. Like any professional musical act, The Lowest Pair understand the value of…
Formed in 2012, the Los Angeles based big band Sasha’s Bloc has been wowing audiences worldwide with their own particular brand of Americana music – a chops-laden, full on invocation of popular jazz from the early through mid 20th century. This isn’t intended as a purely academic, retro-fitted tribute to past forms. Instead, this is…
YouTube stands out as such a huge music promotion tool that even the large record companies use it these days. You surely heard about various clips that reached billions of views. What you might not know is that YouTube actually launched the careers of many music careers. Why Is that? YouTube Is Huge We are…
Online games music is an important part of the total gaming experience, even though it is one of the most underrated parts of the whole experience. People often focus on the game play mechanics of the overall game when they are evaluating whether or not a given online game is any good. However, these very…
Music that raise some Adrenaline will complement almost any video game. Video games are gong to vary somewhat in terms of their content. However, almost all video games have been designed to raise the adrenaline to a certain extent. People play these games because they’re exciting and people want to be able to experience some…
Hailed by Iggy Pop as one of his favourite bands of the moment, declared “the future of rock n’ roll” by ex-Ramones managerDanny Fields, signed up by The Libertines drummer Gary Powell to his 25 Hour Convenience Store label, and offered Pete Townsend’s studio to record in. It’s fair to say that there’s a hell…
Tiaramy describes her new single as “a love song explaining the ups and downs of a being in a relationship with someone who loves what they do in the streets more then you. We have all been in that relationship where we felt that we weren’t getting the love we desired. Instead of complaining about…
Jenny Elisabeth & The Gunned Down Horses, a perfect mishmash of Scandinavian aesthetic and Middle-Eastern melting pot. The band has just released their debut single “Dead” which is a theatrical gypsy folk number highlighting Finnish songstress Jenny Sofie Elisabeth Ivars and Israeli vocalist Davidavi Dolev neat interplay.
BAD SOUNDS PREMIERE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘AVALANCHE’ Following extensive support from Annie Mac and Radio 1 and receiving praise from everyone from The Line Of Best Fit to NOISEY, Bad Sounds return with a dazzling visual for their psychedelic-pop jam ‘Avalanche’. Premiering on V Magazine, the clip perfectly captures the band in their element as…
New One Little Indian signing Tusks today releases new track ‘Torn’, the second song to be taken from her imminent ‘False EP’ – released this Friday 10th June. The brooding track centres around Tusks’ ethereal vocals and sees waves of percussion and ambient sounds weave themselves around her beautiful voice. Clash, who hosted the premiere,…
Christian O is originally from New York City. He’s an American singer, poet, and song writer currently living in Los Angeles. Since arriving in LA in October 2015, Christian O has released 6 singles, is releasing his debut EP “A Little Bit of Everything” this month, and is set to drop his first studio album…
Norwood’s “Notes To My Blood” is valentine to the downtrodden and wanderers of the world. All their strengths, all their faults are laid bare. Small snapshots of people, little stories, are peppered throughout the album. Tying it together is Christopher Norwood’s passionate performance and impeccable arrangements. From the slow and steady to the absolute frenzied…
Music was recorded and produced by Michael Keire at Threshold Studios (Arkells, The Dirty Nil, Wildlife). The Medicine Hat have played festivals such as Hillside, Folk On The Rocks, RiverFest, Wolf Island, and they recently collaborated with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra in an ambitious and innovative performance piece. Nabi Sue Bersche’s nimble, raw lyricism is…
Here is a new track from Russian electro-pop outfit YUAR. Miracle” is the second single from the upcoming “Signal” EP and is a dreamy affair built on Arina Popova’s soaring vocals. https://soundcloud.com/yuarband/miracle
Lush and languid, Sarantos creates an introspective atmosphere with “Hero Falls”. Sensitive to its very core, “Hero Falls” explores what love can do with a person, of how it can carry a person forward. Through this strength a person is able to continue onwards, more powerful in knowing they are truly cared for, together with…
THE BLACKHEART ORCHESTRA NEW VIDEO Manchester based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist duo The Blackheart Orchestra bring a heavenly fusion of acoustic folk, progressive pop and modern classical composition with new single “Keep The light In” released Friday 24th June. “Beautiful and powerful. Their music is inspiring.” Steve Hackett, Genesis Minimalist and fragile, “Keep The Light In”…
Following the release of his debut album UK songwriter and producer Brolin returns with a hushed and intimate new cover of Cyndi Lauper’s 80’s pop anthem “Time After Time”. With its sonic spaces, gossamer house beats and silky vocals, Brolin’s debut album “The Delta” showed his ability to sound emotional depths dance music sometimes doesn’t…
With a true twee sensibility is the satisfyingly sweet sound of Marissa Lauren’s “Now & Forever EP”. Light and airy the songs have a summery feel to them. Structurally sound Marissa Lauren explores a variety of different styles and settings throughout the EP, from the subdued to the bombastic. Throughout all of these many variations…
With a sense of grandeur, Tehon’s “Burning Alive” is one that effortlessly weaves together elements of rap, hip-hop, and rock into a satisfying whole. Tehon’s flow is done just right as his lyrics emphasize a nightmarish atmosphere. Helping to further add to the mood is the gargantuan beat which keeps everything fully centered. Flourishes of…
Chance the Rapper is running his career the same way he runs a beat. He’s finding paths other emcees can’t even spot. His resume has been celebrated, but it’s worth stating again. He’s released the first free project on iTunes, he’s headlined festivals, he’s recorded with Madonna, and now he’s performed on SNL…twice. The Harriet…
The Bongo Boy Rock N’ Roll TV Show is proud to present the latest episode in their Rock N’ Roll TV Show Series “ Rock n Roll All The Way”, featuring 7 talented independent international recording artists in 1 special ½ hour TV show. This latest Bongo Boy TV produced episode premieres this Saturday June…
“I BELIEVE” VIDEO Emanuel Ayvas penned the song “I Believe” at the piano with one hand (his non-dominant left) while the other was bound up in a sling following a major shoulder surgery. Confined to his tiny Brooklyn apartment and ordered not to move it for 6 weeks, he found himself pondering both his cranky…
After the success of her previous two albums, 2013’s “Lost and Found” and 2014’s “Bloom, Unfold, Wither” EP, Dezelle moved across the country from Los Angeles to New York in search of new beginnings. Known for her thought provoking lyrics, honest storytelling, and beautiful melodic flourishes, her unique vision and distinct sound have allowed her…
So here we are again this week and I could not be happier. The weather is perfect and the music just keeps flowing. Before we chat with Cage & Co from Newcastle, UK lets do some music news. First up, the EMN mobile app, which officially became available in the Apple ITunes Store in March…
One thing is true; that every startup needs to have a good lawyer as well as good accountant from the get go. Even though many business people know this, it becomes daunting and maybe even challenging for them to choose a business lawyer to work with. However, it is imperative that you hire one because…
