Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

Yung Terra’s Beats Got to Be Dropped

Hip hop and rapper Yung Terra is an up and comer straight across the sea from the South East London terrain out in the U.K. Since getting his start with music at the start of such a young age, he’s been keeping busy all this time. Having release a few sources of material, as well…

Lariss “Dale Papi” Featuring K7

Lariss’ sultry music video for “Dale Papi” became an overnight viral sensation on YouTube around the world. Directed by Khaled Mokhtar, best known for his work with international hit artists including Alexandra Stan (“Cherry Pop”), Inna (“Be My Lover”), and Antonia (“Marabou”), the video introduced the world to Lariss and has generated more than fifty-five…

DJ Pebbles “Heart Away From You” Video

Hailing from Brisbane’s vibrant electronic scene, DJ Pebbles brings her sonic expertise to the states, moving to New York City. With both Beauty and Brains, she will take the big apple by storm – while attending NYU’s prestigious Tisch School for the Arts. Pebbles is the full package, a blonde beauty, amazing stage presence, and…

Jane N’ The Jungle New Video “Faded Stars”

Jordan White grew up with her now bandmate Brian Dellis, but the two come from wildly different musical backgrounds. White performed in choir then earned her degree in Musical Theater learning to write and perform original songs at coffeehouses around Hollywood. Dellis’s diverse lead guitar rifts, on the other hand, have been cultivated as member…

Priscilla G Drops “Sunny California”

Bay area hip hop artist Priscilla G is back with another new track and visual “Sunny California.” Not only does the track slap but Priscilla G continues to deliver a consistent message – she’s got bars. In the West Coast inspired visual Priscilla takes it to the streets of the city. There’s much more in…

Billy Ray Deiz Loves Good Music

Billy Ray Deiz has got a style that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside, and is downright easy to listen to. Over the span of his music career he has played with various artists, bands, and had his own works original and cover pieces be sorted out to the masses for all to hear.…

The Burning Peppermints “Don’t Try To Lie To Me”

There are new bands and new music coming out of Birmingham, Alabama every day. From country rock to rap, “the Magic City” is a rising music scene. Whether is be Nerves Baddington, Future Elevators, or Shaheed & DJ Supreme, Birmingham is a scene worth championing. The Burning Peppermints are no exception, bringing the punk of…

Binx Single ‘Paradise’

Binx, also known by the title of her EP “The African Bee,” is an Avant-Garde pop musician/model from South Africa based in New York. Her song, “Radiohead” went to Number 1 on a South African radio chart and she has performed at the US Open, The South African Traditional Music Awards, The New York Marathon…

Hero Fisher “Sylvie” Video

Shot in the style of found footage movie making like The Blair Witch Project, the video for Hero Fisher’s new single ‘Sylvie’ is a beautifully eerie accompaniment to her tender and emotive songwriting. Together, the audio and visuals tell a spectral love story. Delicate plucked acoustic guitars morph into orchestral soundscapes rich and cinematic in…

Room Full of Strangers New Video “Modern Media”

Some call them punk, garage, even pop at times. So, it makes sense that that Room Full of Strangers have drawn diverse comparisons such as the songwriting approach of Mac Demarco and Jonathan Richman (Modern Lovers). Then on the other hand music journalists such as Jeffrey Morgan (biographer of Iggy and The Stooges) have compared…

Partner New Single “Sex Object”

In Search of Lost Time ought to evoke stoned, Sapphic rock. Heavy as a crush, nimble as a thimble, smart as a doctorate, stupid as edible underwear, these 12 songs shudder with wit, melody and the peerless confederation of Josée Caron and Lucy Niles. None of their influences – not Weezer, Ween, Dinosaur Jr or…

Future Elevators New Video “Modern World”

New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles- most people think of the big cities when asked where to find great music, but Birmingham, Alabama- known as “the Magic City” and home of independent record label Communicating Vessels- has built and maintained a thriving music scene. After his prior band The Grenadines broke up, it was no…

Giorgio Hofmann New Video “Ready Now”

Pop artist and model Giorgio Hofmann is ready to take over the summer. His latest single and music video “Ready Now” debuted June 15th, just in time to be a contender for the song of the season. Site: https://twitter.com/GiorgioHofmann Following the success of his previous hits, “I Don’t Care” and “(Damn) We Good”, “Ready Now”…

Walker Hayes New Single “You Broke Up With Me”

Singer/Songwriter and Monument recording artist Walker Hayes is top 5 most added at Country radio today with his reactive, new single “You Broke Up With Me.” The song is “already making waves with fans” (The Boot) with over 60,000 tracks downloaded and streaming figures surpassing 10 million. His fresh style differentiates him from others as…

Colette Kavanagh New Video “Once In A Lifetime”

Irish singer and songwriter Colette Kavanagh continues to blow us away with her intimately personal lyrics and heartfelt music. Her new video for “Once in a Lifetime” may be her most emotive and true to the heart work yet. Colette’s soothing voice, influenced by singers such as Julie London and Karen Carpenter, is the perfecting…

“POP MUSIC’S LATEST DARLING” MADISON McWILLIAMS’ DEBUT SELF-TITLED EP

Irresistible new teen sensation Madison McWilliams has released her self-titled debut ep today, Friday, June 23rd. The official release from the proud Austin native is now available on all digital platforms. Following the release of the ep Madison will also premiere a new video for her first single “Melodramatic” on Vevo/YouTube Monday June 26th 9AM…

New Video for “Wanna Roll” by Day Day King ft. Domino

Los Angeles Samoan rap star and originator of the West Coast Alliance Tour, Day Day King made his way to the frontline of the West Coast music scene with the 2016 summer release of “West Coast 4 Life” produced by Slick Million Dollar Beats and Marlo Da Martian of Billionaire Brand Boyz. The song is…

GA New Video “Ain’t Nun”

Rising rap sensation from North Georgia best known by his stage name, GA is gaining international momentum since he finalized his deal with independent record label, MonStar Productions. GA is a former Atlanta Institute of Music and Media student who has crafted a signature sound that can be heard in the April 2017 release of…

THE CHAINSMOKERS PREMIERE NEW VISUAL FOR ALBUM TRACK “YOUNG”

Fresh off their massive 40-city North American arena tour, music’s biggest hit-makers The Chainsmokers have premiered a new visual for their album track “Young.” The video, directed by Rory Kramer, features a montage of photos from Alex and Drew growing up over the years, mixed in with footage of their lives today. “Young” is one…

Kolade Olamide Ayodeji New Video “Trap In The Night”

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is Kolade Olamide Ayodeji, a prolific songwriter, beat maker, producer, poet, and rapper. Having a business background- Ayodeji has a degree in Business Administration and Management- and a strong desire for independence has allowed him to be the captain of his own ship: he writes his lyrics, produces his songs,…

GIN WIGMORE UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “HALLOW FATE”

Today, the sultry gravel voiced New Zealand singer-songwriter Gin Wigmore returns with her defiant new single, “Hallow Fate,” a haunting piano and heavy drum-driven track that highlights the artist’s trademark soulful and gritty vocal. Written and Produced by Gin Wigmore and Steve Rusch, “Hallow Fate” is the first single taken from her forthcoming album. Launching…

P. Chace New Video “NBA (Nothing But A$$)”

South Florida is home to many great rappers, and Fort Lauderdale’s P. Chace is ready to be the next one making waves across the country. A songwriter, artist, and producer, he’s worked with Trina, Urban Mystic, Scott Storch, and many more, and even received a platinum plaque for his work on Trick Daddy’s “Thugs R…

SABA LOU ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM + SHARES “LOST AND FOUND”

Saba Lou was born in the year 2000 in Kassel, Germany. She moved to Berlin with her family in 2005. She began her recording career at the age of 6, putting out a 4 song 7-inch on Atlanta’s Slaughterhaus/Rob’s House Records. At the age of 8 she recorded “Good Habits (and Bad)” which was then…

Pragnya Wakhlu New Video “Burning Fire”

Pragnya Wakhlu is a musician, composer and activist based out of New Delhi, India. A strong believer in using the power of music to promote positive change, Pragnya’s work is heavily inspired by the many important issues she’s passionate about. Her latest video release for “Burning Fire” is a perfect depiction of her remarkable talent…

Jessica Lynn Single “Crazy Idea”

Country music fans, hold onto your hats… Jessica Lynn is coming in hot on the international music scene in the United States, the UK and Europe! With already two nationally broadcast television specials and three US national tours under her belt, this sizzling new artist is set to launch her second release, a three-track EP…

SAN MEI New Video ‘Until You Feel Good’

San Mei’s ‘Until You Feel Good’ gets a new life today with the addition of a stunning video clip. The electric lady from the Gold Coast has also sweetened the deal with the announcement of her debut EP, Necessary out Friday July 14 and a local launch show. Rich with mysterious hues, the footage follows…

Will Jay New Video “Leading Man”

Will Jay told The Huffington Post that “I want to write the soundtrack for people’s lives, whether it’s a song that reminds them of a great time in their life or a song that simply gives them a good cry.” With a wealth of experience under his belt including his tenure in the boy band…

Music Is Live & Well In Upstate New York Via Arthur ward

So we are back this week and it is so good to see you all. We have an amazing talented artist on today from Bills country by the name of Arthur Ward. We have much to get to with him but first some music news. First up, Merlin, the global digital rights agency for the…

Country-Rock Artist Marc Daniels Premieres Debut Single “Redheads”

Singer-songwriter and guitarist, Marc Daniels injects a breath of fresh air in to the country-rock scene with his fun-loving lyrics, charmingly expressive vocals and driving guitar riffs. Daniels’ latest LP, The Starting Line, is an impressionable result of his appealing and infectious music style. To further support his recent album, Marc Daniels debuts his lead…

LOUISE LEMÓN RELEASES A NEW EPIC LOOKING ‘APPALACHERNA’ VIDEO

The up and coming death-gospel female artist Louise Lemón hails from Sweden and intertwines the dark, windy and cold Scandi ambiance into her music. Having recorded her debut EP ‘Purge’ in a haunted cabin with Randall Dunn (Sunn O))), Thurston Moore), the setting is eerie and many light years away from the current pop landscape.…

We Are The Catalyst Celebrate 2 Million Streams

Having just passed the milestone of 2 million streams, alt Rock / Metal outfit We Are The Catalyst are celebrating and saying a big thank you to their fans by way of a new video release for the track “One More Day” from the bands critically acclaimed album Elevation. http://www.wearethecatalystofficial.com/ “”One More Day” is without…

Inma Mira New Video “Indecisión”

Many artists like to brand themselves as multi-faceted, seamlessly jumping from one skill set to another. The truth is, while many believe they are a “jack of all trades” the truth is most are simply a “master of none.” Once in awhile, though, an artist like Inma Mira comes to the screen and proves that…

New Single By Aprilann – “Crown & the Girls”

Aprilann is a fearless and dynamic live performer who captivates audiences with her original songs. Her latest release, “Crown and the Girls” demonstrates her power in the recording studio. The original was produced by Artie Skye and the track is an anthem to heartbreak and letting go. The remix, produced by PGee with beats by…

HAIM Release New Song ‘Little Of Your Love’

HAIM release new song, ‘Little Of Your Love,’ from their highly anticipated sophomore album, “Something To Tell You” (July 7 on Columbia). The new song premiered today as Radio 1’s ‘Hottest Record’ and is available online via all digital service providers. HAIM performed ‘Little Of Your Love’ last month on Saturday Night Live and Paste…

High Dive Heart’s “Grunge Lullaby”

Think of the Grunge era, and a few iconic elements come to mind: angry guitars, angst-ridden laments, well-worn flannel shirts. But strip away the rage and rebellion, and what you’re left with are classic songs with unique, timeless melodies and meaningful, poetic lyrics. Those are the elements that husband-and-wife duo High Dive Heart bring to…

The SLVR Tongues New Video “S-Class”

The SLVR Tongues has the potential to be country music’s answer to the Chainsmokers with their new single “S-Class”. Members Hannah Huntley, James Lynch and Peter Erik bring genre-defying vocals, lyrics and production to this catchy track. No matter your taste in music, you will hear this and feel its energy. “S-Class” comes as the…

JAIRA BURNS’ NEW SINGLE “UGLY”

Singer Jaira (pronounced Jair-ruh) Burns discovered her voice the old fashioned way — in the shower. A precocious 9-year-old, who was always cranking up the radio and warbling along, she challenged her mother to an impromptu sing-off of the Pat Benatar classic, “Love Is A Battlefield.” The family home had one tiny bathroom so Jaira’s…

Woodes Releases ‘Run For It’

The stellar Melbourne artist Woodes today releases her new single ‘Run For It’, a track which takes no prisoners and makes no apologies. “The lyrics stem from accepting things being within the nature of certain people,” said Woodes. “If I see something that doesn’t sit well with me I call it out. There was potential…

Idril Jean says Let’s Get Crazy!

Canadian singer/song writer Idril Jean, is an artist that takes into account, soft rock, pop country, pop and folk as her genre choices for her music creativity. Thus, she has gone on to write and record for her latest EP she calls “Let’s Get Crazy”. She then goes into great detail about how she got…

Kaleigh New Video “Fading”

From the early age of three belting out classics like The Little Mermaid’s “Part of Your World” or Britney Spears’ “Stronger” on her parents’ coffee table to performing at Carnegie Hall and Disneyland with her middle school choir, Kaleigh lives, breathes, and sleeps music, acting, and writing. This Los Angeles-area native has a diverse taste…