Agent 13’s demands to be played loud, very loud. Blasting forth with great energy they work in the tradition of great, fast, classic and punk rock. With this unstoppable force they simply burn through their track lengths on “Cloak and Dagger”. Yet these are exactly the kinds of things that get stuck in the mind…
Girl On The Run’s “Get Out Of My Life” rejects the negativity that can influence a life and embraces positivity. Such things can be difficult to do. Oftentimes the negativity of life can feel all-encompassing as if there is no escape. Ultimately however it is up to each individual to find their own happiness in…
JEWEL RETURNS TO HER ROOTS WITH PERSONAL NEW ALBUM PICKING UP THE PIECES She first appeared on the scene like a supernova and now, just five years since her last singer-songwriter album, Jewel is returning to the deep, personal territory and folk sound that made her one of music’s most exciting young voices when she…
Generation Y2K it-girl LIZ has just unleashed the massive new video for her dance-pop anthem, “When I Rule The World”, directed by Justin Francis (Gwen Stefani, Eminem, Demi Lovato, Kimbra). Equal parts girl-next-door and future-fashion darling, LIZ creates a hyper pop, candy-colored kaleidoscope world of baubles, bubbles, balloons, stuffed animals and a crew of mini-me…
Towering psych-metal trio KADAVAR will release its new album, Berlin, on August 21 via Nuclear Blast Records. The record is the band’s third, following its 2012 debut, Kadavar, which was hailed as “perfectly styled 70s psych-metal from a Berlin trio that cheated on Led Zeppelin with Pentagram” by SPIN and 2013’s Abra Kadavar, which Popmatters…
Trae Tha Truth follows the release of his 7th solo album, Tha Truth, with WorldStarHipHop-premiered visuals from the star-studded project for “Tricken Every Car I Get.” The single, which features Future and Boosie, is brought to life with appearances from all three artists in the Phillyflyboy-directed video as they perform the track surrounded by their…
Kenny Fame is an American rock and soul singer out of Harlem in the old school tradition but with a modern day flair. He is originally from NYC but he is currently based in the UK. Fame is best known for being a songwriter & for having twelve songs attain ‘Top 10’ status on the…
“I’m just fiercely independent and I like the way we’ve approached things in the past. Pacific Records and myself have control on the artistic direction of the material and we’ve built great relationships with players who work with us, programmers who have been loyal, and audiences who support us,” says Donovan who continues to call…
If motivation were a car Hass Hammoud would drive it till it reaches its full capacity. Since he was a young boy music was always a tremendous draw and it continued through his College years. But the real opportunity to delve into his love of music came by the way of a tragic accident. He…
Xavier Toscano believes that pop music is the soundtrack to our lives. It etches powerful memories in our minds. When you hear a song from your past, it immediately takes you back. Faded, sepia-toned memories rush in with a colorful pop. When you hear a great pop song on that road trip or at that…
Counting Glaciers creates bright sunny moods on their self-titled album. Tasteful, elegant pieces they explore the intersection of country and jazz. Full of light they are songs that reassure the listener. Remarkably calming their gentle melodies possess great attention to detail from the crisp guitar work to the small flourishes of percussion, piano, horns, and…
Both small and large business owners have countless tasks to handle on a daily basis. For this reason, many task management applications exist. Finding the best and efficient one can be tricky. To make your search effortless, here are the top six task management applications that will help you improve your business operations: 1. Wunderlist…
Grab a slice of some raw, alternative energy that’s filled with plenty of “exciting” emotion. That would best describe The Last Hope Road Show as the band incorporates elements of folk, rock and pop with some eighties influence thrown in just for the hell of it. This Canadian-based duo just simply loves to write songs…
Headshy’s triple feature EP is a sound straight from the heart. The sections work together to create an overall moody series. Dreamy textures are explored in full with their lyrics helping to convey a romantic sense, a sense that romance does not have to be loud. Here Headshy opt for the softer textures with the…
“Today is the Day” recalls the best of classic rock. With an area-sized hard rock edge this is the kind of song that really deserves to be blasted as loud as possible. Volume is an absolute must. Boisterous guitars riffs, dominating rhythms, and pitch-perfect vocal delivery make it a thing of wonder. Lyrically the song…
Cedar Teeth’s “Hoot” is full of rustic wild pastures. This is folk-influenced rock with bite. Songs tell small stories little snapshots from life. Remarkably earnest these are songs that come straight from the heart. At times the music is reminiscent of Modest Mouse’s raw, early work. Emotionally the songs range from the contented to the…
Billy Ray Deiz’s “Rollin” is a cool and confident track. Aptly named the leisurely groove is near perfect as it takes its time establishing the mood. The organ serves as the song’s backbone with an expressive, classic rock sound. Playful at times the organ does great work in emphasizing the overall sense of hope from…
Here’s a whole mitt-full of sounds you might not expect on this new EP All Along, and specifically Mandy Woods herself, a singer/song-writer of the folk-variety. Currently based in the UK, you can hear the accent creep through every once in a while…what can I say aside from it adds a little…hmm…like a little bit…
“What If I Never See You Again” recalls the best of early 90s rock. The grunge beginning blooms into an increasingly busy arrangement. Sarantos proves to be particularly adept in letting the lyricism neatly match the sense of optimism that takes hold over the rest of the song. Repetition serves as the backbone of the…
“Random Access Digital Audio Heresy” is a whole-hearted album full of optimism. JoyFocus takes a look at optimism from years of experience and hardship, not from naiveté. Colors of the sound are magnificent ranging from driving rock to chaotic unwieldy beasts. What weaves these songs together is Holly’s powerful voice. The songs work together to…
Pleasant! Nothing offensive on the ears here through the new single “Sanctuary” by Soul Chatter…it’s pretty easy listening and overall, seems like a pretty chilled-out vibe. With a video to support the new single full of bright & colourful imagery…”Sanctuary” puts a calm & relaxing mood in your soul…it’s a song that allows you to…
Full of passion, Lieder Distorsion’s name originates from a type of German song from the 19th century usually for a solo voice with piano accompaniment. Lieder Distorsion have their own take on the classical origins. Much of what they do feels akin to a new take on an old form of song craft. “Auf dem…
Karen Mansfield’s self-titled collection is a bolt of energy. Her voice is strong and prominently displayed among the meticulous arrangements. A western twang ties the pieces together as does a focus on relationships. With these songs she manages to weave together a series of short vignettes into a greater whole. They feel akin to snapshots…
They don’t make them like Lee Williams and that is a damned shame. Listening to “The Pit and the Pendulum” is like listening to a transmission from an earlier era in rock, one that remembered where it came from. With blues infused into its very soul the song feels incredibly tactile. Everything about the song…
Stocked full of hooks and a jovial playing style that never lets its guard down, to melodies which linger long after the playing has passed. From the fringes of New York comes Amarachi with her latest EP release entitled “All or Nothing” This stunning collection provides 6 tantalizing tracks with unique melodies that soak every…
The largest database companies were not built in a single day. They grew with the determined efforts of some skilled and hardworking employees. The Chief Executive Officers of those successful companies have provided diligent efforts. Let us go through their lives and know them more closely. Larry Page – Co-Founder and CEO of Google Lawrence…
Hailing from the city of Houston comes the “Immortal” BiNG who’s bringin’ it all the way and comin’ at you hard. Hip-hop music is running through his blood as BiNG has been rappin’ since the 90s and recording tracks since 2007. 99 rap songs on the brain and Beyonce is the one he’d like to…
Looking back on this fiftieth anniversary of the Beatles arrival in America, music fans and cultural observers of all ages often ask, “Can anything like the Beatles happen again?” The question itself is somewhat rhetorical and, a half-century on, acknowledges the singularity of the Beatles phenomenon. Those who lived through it ask the question to…
Congratulations, you’ve made it through two decades of feedings, dirty diaper changing, teenage angst, and other trials and tribulations of those about to turn 21 years of age. However, for some, the 21st birthday introduces another trial associated to alcohol consumption, getting people sick, or worse, hurt in the process. You don’t have to invite…
Tom Rhodes “With or Without” is as warm and as real as a group of friends gathered around the campfire. Honest, sincere, and raw, “With or Without” is the sound of country music done right. Vocals drive the whole thing, as Tom Rhodes’ voice is without peer. His band is amazing as well, knowing when…
LearnToPlayMusic.com’s Netflix-style on-demand content and social media platform, Apollo-M, helps musicians and music educators by giving them all the music lessons, digital tools and networking they need to achieve their music dreams. Apollo-M: On Demand Music Learning Platform: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/apollo-m-on-demand-music-learning-platform What is Apollo-M? Apollo-M is a revolutionary on-demand subscription-based music learning and teaching platform for use…
The release of this CD celebrates the Australian’s 30 years as a solo artist, and 15th studio release. The artist was formerly with the band Cold Chisel. This release features an ensemble of friends and associates including Steven Van Zandt, Joe Bonamassa, Jon Stevens, Jonathan Cain, Neil Schon, The Living End, Diesel, Baby Animals, Tina…
Heart is without a doubt one of the most successful bands in rock ‘n’ roll music history. The Wilson sisters have cemented a name for themselves in an industry that, as a general consensus, is perceived by many to be an all-boys club. By the time Heart’s debut album “Dreamboat Annie” was released in ’76,…
Lily Lambert took the risky chance of coming to America to find her place in the ever changing music industry, and she is making it happen. Lily grew up in England and was surrounded by music and the arts. In her own home the sounds of Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals, classic rock and Motown were…
Sam Northwood is a pop singer out of London, England. His current single is dedicated to raising awareness of being homeless and the trials that go along with the misfortune. This is a cause that I believe is often marred by judgment and ridicule and I am very pleased with his efforts. We can never…
Imani Hutton’s “Go The Right Way” is a soulful album. The songs are lush with a wide spectrum of smooth sounds. As the album progresses it becomes gradually more ambitious. With the first half of the album the songs retain a pop structure format. Later on the pieces become much more ambitious as proven by…
While it has been over 40 years since Queen came together and released its first album, Queen, in 1973, fans have been waiting for many years to hear the leftover music sung by front man Freddie Mercury. Fans need not wait much longer as the band plans on a November 2014 release of never-heard tracks…
The rise of digital technologies hasn’t just changed the way music is sold and distributed. The fields of professional songwriting, recording, and production have changed forever, with a slew of hi-octane apps that cut out the music industry’s middlemen and empower musicians directly. iMaschine This app was featured extensively during Apple’s Your Verse ad campaign,…
Who is Kenny Fame? He is an Indie-Soul artist out of NYC that has been recently creating a major buzz in the music industry, after having two consecutive local #1 hit song’s “Rejoyce” & “Ain’t No Biggie”. He is currently being featured in Music Connection magazine (October) in the “Live Review” section: http://musicconnection.com/live-review-kenny-fame/ And also…
Damon & Matthews deliver their latest album, Bayside Boats, a collection of easy listening so laid back it’s virtually floating on the gentle waves. Listen – http://damonandmatthews.bandcamp.com Opening with the album’s title track, ‘Bayside Boats’ comes across as a kind of poor man’s ‘Dock Of The Bay’. With that Otis Redding classic casting such a…
