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“I’ve been in problematic situations with producers and major labels over the last few years; either people tried to take the project in direction that felt artificial, or I had to sign on for a career without creative involvement. I needed to make something honest and raw. Something strange and vulnerable. Something thoughtful and free.…
There are many ways the origin of a band name is created. But rarely is it derived from the essence of the music they play. In the case of the band “Downtown Mystic” it is just what the leader, Robert Allen envisioned. On his way up to Boston he saw a wooden sign, probably years…
MaryLeigh Roohan has traveled far and wide to perfect her songwriting abilities. After getting her start at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs NY, Roohan moved to Scotland for a year and consistently refined her craft and performed in pubs. Since moving back to the states, she has played everywhere from intimate cafes to wild festivals…
LA underground hero and founder of the acclaimed Night Bass parties, AC Slater, has released his latest EP Take The Night, out today via OWSLA. LA Weekly has lauded Night Bass as “The Most Exciting New Dance Party in the City,” a vibe that AC captures flawlessly on this 4-song EP. Take The Night infuses…
The Dear Hunter is the main project of multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter Casey Crescenzo. From the beginning, it was a high-concept project: Casey mapped out multi-page treatments for a six-album story arc about the birth, life, and abrupt death of a boy, set at the dawn of the 20th century. Act I: The Lake South,…
International pop star Rita Ora releases her new single, “Body On Me” (featuring Chris Brown) via Roc Nation/Columbia. The sultry track beautifully melds their two distinctive voices to underscore the theme of instinctual desire. Emmis Communications’ Hot 97 New York and Power 106 Los Angeles premiered “Body On Me” yesterday on air and via their…
Today, August 7, Sneaky Bones will release his latest album, Dream of the End, the highly anticipated follow-up to 2014’s 7″ Eternity/Have You. On Dream of the End, Bean takes center stage on an array of instruments from vocals, guitars, pedal steel, bass, piano, arranging and production; showcasing his talent as a multi-instrumentalist. He has…
Opting for a career in finance is a very smart idea. This is because there are so many different areas of practice in the field. The choice of career that you take can be really tricky. However, if you take some time to consider several options, then you can be sure that you will be…
In the midst of Alison Wonderland’s rigorous global tour schedule, the Australia native producer and DJ has unveiled a brand new video for “Take It To Reality” feat. SAFIA -the 3rd official single from her lauded debut album RUN which dropped on Astralworks earlier this year and debuted at #1 on the iTunes Electronic Albums…
Chicago’s YP has finally unleashed the visual to, in many peoples’ opinion, the hottest track on his recently released studio project, “Untitled.” The bar-b-que set visual is the perfect accompanyment to Xtreme’s lazy days of sumer beat which musters the feeling of the warm sun on your face and makes you literally glad to be…
Parkview is the debut full length album by Stephen Caulfield. Written, performed and produced entirely by Stephen, Parkview was recorded over a number of years in a self-built studio that looks out over the local park. Parkview is an album of 11 songs that showcases Stephen’s ability as a singer-songwriter on piano and guitar, whilst…
Nestled in the winds of small town praire life, Brady Enslen’s songs embody the nostalgic simplicity of growing up on the rural plains. On this, his debut offering, Enslen’s steady-going guitar playing and thoughtful melodies create a palpable backdrop for his honest and meaningful lyrics. Through these songs of love and innocence, trains, geography, and…
Nathassia being half Dutch & half Indian, emanates a rare & mesmerising quality. Her music and live performances bring together both eastern and western cultures in spellbinding style. Already described as “THE NEW FACE OF DANCE CULTURE”, “TORI AMOS FOR THE KISS FM GENERATION”, “PJ HARVEY FOR THE CLUB ENVIRONMENT” & “THIS GENERATIONS KATE BUSH”…
Your colon is a long tube that forms an important part of your intestines. Its job is removing water and nutrients from the food you have already digested. The leftover material, which is known as stool, is shifted to the rectum till it leaves the body through anus. The colon is an important body-cleansing organ…
Playing a dual role as a label executive and recording artist, Mikel Knight wears many hats and is known as The ‘Country Rap King’. But the pseudonyms don’t stop there; the Maverick of Music Row, Urban Cowboy, and Rainmaker top the list of MK’s aliases. The serious-minded businessman who is more calculating than a Texas…
A native of Hudson Bay, Saskatchenwan, Kalsey’s battle with cancer at the age of seventeen inspired her to adopt the mantra, Sing And Be Heard; one that she has carried with her throughout her musical journey. That mantra radiates through her music, inspiring people and drawing listeners to her unique sound. The infectious mix of…
Italian fashion has long been coveted by celebrities, models, and women of all social classes. Fendi is a popular Italian fashion house offering a wide array of merchandise to the luxury market. This design house offers exquisite accessories for men and women, although at a high price. A cheaper alternative is replica bags and accessories,…
Wolkoff is the new endeavor from Joanie Wolkoff, the former lead singer of Her Habits, and her Talismans EP is a collaboration w/ rising producer Icarus Moth. Each textural coil and anomaly in his hallmark engineering broadens the spectrum of genres present on Talismans, paying homage to world dance music, deep house, N64 sound bites,…
On today’s episode we have the talented Xavier Toscano. He breaks it down on what he is up to in 5 Questions! 1: Where are we talking from today and how is your summer going so far? Hi, I am in San Jose, CA and my summer is going very well. Thanks for asking! 2:…
“More You Wanna,” is a R&B-infused slow-jam. Slow motion bass bumps through this track, dowsed in desire. Male and female vocals layer over each other in alluring poise, toeing the line between danger and unadulterated passion. Anna’s raw vocal timbre makes listeners want to hit that repeat button. Check out and download Anna Renee’s “More…
Davey Suicide has released “The Hole is Where the Heart Is” music video from the sophomore album “World Wide Suicide”, which is available now on iTunes. Davey Suicide is ruling the underground by fusing the live aesthetic of an arena rock show into a club setting. The Los Angeles insurgent injects gutter grit and theatrics…
On October 16, 2015, legendary British heavy metal quintet SAXON will release their 21st studio album, Battering Ram, in North America via UDR Music. The new album boasts a clinically ‘heavy’ echo of SAXON’s glorious NWOBHM sound! Check out the official “Battering Ram” single music video today. In this no-nonsense, sharp performance, Biff and the…
New York-based singer and songwriter Greg Holden has announced he will be joining blues rock band Vintage Trouble on their fall tour in the U.S., starting with the Minneapolis, MN show on September 12 and continuing for 16 other dates through October. Just prior to that, he will play at Lightning 100’s Live on the…
The stage explodes with energy and the crowd roars as it is filled with scantly clad women and mythological images. Bright lights surround the venue and the sexy women dance to the rhythmic beats pulsating from the speakers. Finally the performer they have all come to see appears bedecked as a Greek or Roman soldier…
Saint Asonia, featuring two of the biggest forces in rock radio over the past decade, Adam Gontier (formerly of Three Days Grace) and Mike Mushok (of Staind), along with band mates Corey Lowery (Stuck Mojo) and Rich Beddoe (Finger Eleven), has released their self-titled debut album today, July 31, 2015 on RCA Records. In celebration…
Imagine this – a beautiful young girl embarks on a busking tour of America. She plays wherever she stays and earns enough to move from town to town. She surfs, snowboards, skates, does sports to the extreme. She collects feathers, precious stones and dream catchers on her travels, stopping at festivals, sets out her stall…
Tory Lanez debuts a new track today. Listen to “Say It,” produced by Pop Wansel and Toro, here. “Say It” is out now via Benny Blanco’s Mad Love/Interscope Records, stream and download it here. Blanco signed Lanez to the imprint after being blown away by his mixtape Lost Cause. The two are currently in the…
Environmental conservation has become a key focus point for many businesses today. Consumers are keener on getting products and services from business that is sensitive to the environment. If you are a business owner, going green can open up the market to gain the support of a much wider customer base. Getting financing is an…
“Sometimes the truth is the hardest thing to bare. So hard in fact that you would rather continue not knowing to spare yourself the pain. I was in a relationship that wasn’t healthy. It was the worst relationship I’ve ever been through willingly. I don’t know why I stayed; even to this day I can’t…
Jessica Hernandez & The Deltas are excited to share the video for new song Don’t Take My Man To Idaho right before their Lollapalooza and Osheaga performances this coming weekend. Fun fact … Don’t Take My Man To Idaho is based on personal true story and is now set to a visually entertaining video that…
Sibling harmony band, The Cains, have released a new music video for their single, “Journey’s End.” Produced and directed by Fresh Films’ Glenn Sweitzer, the music video is now available for viewing on The Cains’ Youtube channel, here. Written by Taylor Cain, Madison Cain and Becki Devries, “Journey’s End” is a sentimental ballad about love,…
Playing every Thursday at Balancoire at 8 pm, the show has already opened with rave reviews. Tickets are on sale via the website @ http://barbarycoastrevue.com + includes dinner. Balançoire 2565 Mission St (between 21 and 22 street) San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone: 415.920.0577 http://www.balancoiresf.com/ The musical starts @ 8pm doors @ 7 TheLovelyEyez.com – “A…
Sarantos starts off the summer with a scorching Top 40 Pop Song just as the long winter and brief cold spring seems to be finally leaving. Along the way on this road to rock, many fans and members of the media have asked Sarantos over and over again – “Why are you doing this?” Given…
London-based, Janie Price, aka Bird ‘s third album, Figments of Our Imagination is now available for pre-order on iTunes. The album, which was produced by legendary Rolling Stones board-man Chris Kimsey and mixed by Lee Groves, is set for release on September 18. Bird unveiled another offering with the world premiere of the official video…
Today sees exciting new producer/artist Dorj, share his debut solo track ‘Don’t Care’, along with the news that he will release his debut solo EP ‘FORGETMOVEONDONTCARE’ later this year. Dorj will also be playing the Notting Hill Arts Club in London on Wednesday 29th July. Real name Dor Turgeman, Dorj grew up in Emek Hefer,…
Lauryn Peacock releases the indie folk single “All My Mind” off her new album Euphonia. The album, produced by Peacock, incorporates orchestral arrangements by Joshua Stamper and is mixed by Daniel Smith (Sufjan Stevens). The new single balances wondrous piano and violin melodies accompanied by graceful orchestration, sonic experimentation, and unrepentantly joyful choruses. “All My…
At its core, the Jaystorm Project is a fusion of genres, heavy on the hip-hop and funk with traces of soul, R&B and rock. It’s some pretty irresistible music that will get you moving, just as showcased in the Jaystorm Project’s video for “Get Wit’ Cha.” This video is simplicity at its best. There are…
Named using their first initials – Sarah (violin, guitar, bass), Hannah (piano, keyboard, concertina, accordion), Eva (mandolin, guitar) and Liza (drums, djembe, beatbox) – SHEL are a Nashville based all-sister quartet who will release their debut UK single at the end of July. Produced by Eurythmics co-founder and latter-day writer and producer to the stars…
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…
