Feature stories and artist interviews
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…
Contemporary R&B songstress Jasmine Jordan releases her new single “Best I Can,” a track off of her forthcoming debut EP Time Travel. Set to release on Jan. 20th, 2015, Time Travel is the Los Angeles artist’s sweet rendition of the 90s R&B sound. Staying honest to the femininity of the genre, Jasmine explored the different…
John Carpenter, the Legendary Director and Composer behind Halloween, Escape From New York, They Live, Assault on Precinct 13 and many more shares a brand new track “Night” from his debut solo album ‘Lost Themes’ out February 3rd on Sacred Bones Records. Listen to “Night” here. John Carpenter has been responsible for much of the…
Jeanine is kicking off 2015 in style with her infectious new single, “Runnin’,” from her current release, Thank You. Jeanine’s style is equal blends of quirky, street, Soul, Pop, Hip Hop, and R&B. Her ear for harmonies and selecting quality beats stands above the rest. Her songs have been placed on “America’s Next Top Model,”…
There was a song sung in the 1980s by Gloria Estephan with the Miami Sound machine. The song predicted that ‘the rhythm is gonna get you’, and that is what Electronic Dance Music (EDM) has done. EDM has come a long way, from techno and trance to house and dubstep, the revolution continues. EDM has…
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The New Year’s Eve ball drop didn’t just symbolize the passing of a calendar year. On January 1, a number of brand new local, state, and federal regulations passed in 2014 went into effect. Check out what’s changed, and if these laws might affect you, according to NBC News. The minimum wage increases. In 20…
VPAL Music, VP Records’ subsidiary label and distribution arm for reggae music, teams up with the revered comedian/actor/singer Eddie Murphy to release his new single “Oh Jah Jah,” available January 27, 2015. This song is not the first time Eddie Murphy has dabbled in the genre. “Oh Jah Jah” follows his 2013 collab “Red Light”…
Global breakthrough star, Charli XCX, is delighted to announce details of her forthcoming single ‘Doing It’, which will feature Rita Ora. The new single ‘Doing It’, produced by Charli’s long-time friend Ariel Rechtshaid (Beyoncé, HAIM) and Mr. Rogers, is a Madonna-tinged, feel-good anthem and the Charli/Rita collaboration is set to firmly bring girl power into…
What happens when a club shattering beat meets the right voice? A new hit is born! With one of the first songs released in 2015, Iren makes the perfect blend between the radio friendly EDM and vocal-driven type of pop with her new single: “Ready For Love”. The catchy crazy pitched vocals on the chorus…
Montreal’s Stars just unveiled electronica artist Jensen Sportag’s remix of “No One Is Lost”, the title track from the band’s latest release via The Line of Best Fit. Listen to it HERE. In an attempt to scratch the seven-album itch, Stars uprooted themselves from their comfort zone and began work on No One Is Lost…
Richard Sax Ross has been part of the underground L.A. music scene for many years. Most recently he was a member of Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti. Ross performs and records various instrument parts on a MIDI saxophone, including: Guitar, Bass, & Synth, as well as using traditional saxophones. He is an eclectic talent having also…
September Mourning has just recorded her debut album. It tells a story in 12 songs, an epic tale of “heartbreak, loss, pain, joy, love, redemption, but most of all, courage…” Produced by Howard Benson (Chris Cornell, My Chemical Romance) and mixed by Chris Lord-Alge, September Mourning revives the concept of rock star meets superhero. If…
HAPPY 2015—may it be a prosperous one, too!! Personally, I find it hard to believe 2014 zipped by so fast, but here we are – did you make any ‘resolutionary’ plans? Things sure got busy last year on my end – there was hardly enough time to get everything done, but I finally published my…
Signed to Flo Rida’s I.M.G label & Republic Records, La Rose’s debut single “Somebody” [featuring Jeremih] is 2015’s new dance anthem! Over smooth production from Future Classic, the song updates the melody from Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” for a new millennium. Fresh out the gates, “Somebody” is already climbing at multiple radio…
Slated for release next month via Neurot Recordings, Brothers Of The Sonic Cloth was captured at Robert Lang Studios and Doyle’s own Witch Ape Studio in Seattle, Washington and mixed by Billy Anderson (Sleep, High On Fire, Melvins et al). Thrusting forth five hauntingly heavy tracks, with two bonus hymns included on the CD edition,…
New Amsterdam Records is excited to announce the release show for OK It’s Not OK, the fourth studio album from “baroquely unclassifiable” (The New Yorker) composer and “prince of postclassical song” (Time Out New York) Corey Dargel. OK It’s Not OK will be released on January 27, and the release show will follow at SubCulture…
UK-based folk singer/songwriter Novo Amor announces his new single “Welcome To The Jungle.” The song is in conjunction with the new AXE® BLACK campaign. Click HERE to watch. Novo Amor’s version is presented in an advertisement in which he worked alongside director Nabil Elderkin whose credentials include Kanye West, Bon Iver and Frank Ocean. The…
Kid Rock premiered the first single “First Kiss” from his Top Dog / Warner Bros. Records album of the same name today with a new music video and the song shipping to radio. The album, which comes out February 24th, marks his first on Warner Bros. Records. On New Years Day fans were asked to…
In a town jam-packed with parties, celebrities and revelry, Iggy Azalea stood high above the rest (literally—11 stories above the Strip) by hosting the first ever live New Year’s Eve concert event at Drai’s Nightclub atop The Cromwell. Transforming the nightlife venue into a full-blown live concert spectacle, Azalea gave the standing-room-only crowd a powerful…
Liverpool’s The Little Secrets are Kevin Dixon and Stacy Jo. Formed in 2010 after meeting at Liverpool’s world famous Cavern Club, Stacy was singing with another band when Kevin spotted her. Blown away by her talent, Kevin decided on the spot to ‘steal’ Stacy for his new project, and after two years of writing together…
Kent (UK) based melodic metal-core outfit ‘A Higher Demise’ announce the launch of their latest video single for ‘All These Reasons’. Taken from their 2014 EP release ‘The Doctor Will See You Now’ the track delivers an almighty punch of all the ingredients expected from one of Britain’s most promising emerging rock/metal acts. Featuring footage…
After an immensely fruitful run under an arm of Sony that yielded a GRAMMY nomination, the soundtrack for NBC’s “Bionic Woman” promos and victory in Taco Bell’s “Feed The Beat” campaign that catapulted the band onto a performance at the Winter X Games, Fireflight announces INNOVA, its first new album in over three years. INNOVA…
Contrary to popular belief, artists aren’t always full of life and zeal. They can get stuck, bored, and uninspired just as much as anyone else. If you’re experiencing these sensations yourself, here are just five ways to break free of apathy and unleash your creativity in brand new ways. 1. Know Thyself Where does inspiration…
The last two years have been busy for Jamison of Teen Daze: three LPs released, several EPs and singles, and months of touring throughout North America and Europe. With each step, Teen Daze has matured from its humble bedroom-project beginnings, to a fully-formed, diverse, musical expression. Always shifting sounds, trying never to repeat himself, Jamison…
With a mixture of indie, soul, gangsta, sexy, guitar and bounce, Mexican producer ENL1TE contours a dope new tune with a tricky-sound. Clad with the soul voice of Valerie Broussard, the official track brings off a vibe that will transcend to the masses bringing a new audience to enjoy more of what ENL1TE has to…
Today is the day that most Americans make resolutions – they resolve to make changes in their lives. Some want to loose weight, others want to start a business or spend more time with their families. This year – if you want to do any of those things – try being “present” first. Numerous recent…
Hello there good people of the music loving earth, it is so awesome to be hear on December 31, 2014. We are less than 24 hours from a new year. My music resolution for the new year is to continue to write this column and expose as many awesome musicians as I can. I also…
Indie-pop vocalist Nita Chawla announces the release of her new single “Fantasy,” which comes off her upcoming sophomore EP Grace, set to release in February 2015. With her haunting and earthy sound, Nita’s powerful yet soulful vocals align her with the likes of powerhouse female vocalists such as Fiona Apple and Lana Del Rey. Nita’s…
In recognition of his humanitarian work and his work as a professional singer-songwriter and actor with renowned fame worldwide and as the spokesperson for the refugee resettlement organization known as the International Rescue Committee (IRC), SESAC Latina-affiliated singer-songwriter Jencarlos Canela has been selected to press the button that activates the iconic 60-second ball drop at…
Hailing from New Jersey but raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Stone Wallace has emerged as one of the top underground acts in the scene. Known for his energetic performances and witty lyrics, this emcee shows he’s packing big league talent. 2013 proved to be a big year as Stone Wallace released a project for an impressive40…
Southside Chicago singer/songwriter/producer/composer Marcus Kincy presents the self-directed music video for “10X Better”, his new self-produced single from 20s, his forthcoming debut EP set to drop on Life In Motion Entertainment. Mary J. Blige’s longtime keyboardist, Marcus has produced for Freddie Gibbs, BJ The Chicago Kid, worked with Paris Carney (read the Spin article), and…
House Music Producer and DJ Lupe Fuentes has a released her Tech House gem “Twisting My Mind” on Undercool Productions. “We’re always on the lookout for artists who distinguish themselves from the common stream of dance music and are essentially pushing the limits of their own creativity….Lupe Fuentes encapsulates just that as she has earned…
In January 2015, Iain Woods will release his debut album ‘psychologist’ via his own Lovely Face for Radio. This will be preceded by the release of ‘Worlds Away’ in October 2014, ‘Bella’ in November 2014 and ‘Fiend’ in December 2014. psychologist marks the return of Iain Woods after his critically acclaimed debut EP’s ‘Epidural Collection’,…
Psymun released new visuals for “Talk 2 Me” feat. Kerry Roy from his ‘Pink Label’ EP that came out earlier this year. The video was directed by Against Giants founder Braden Lee, and features Bad Bad Hats singer Kerry Roy adding soulful vocals to the piano driven track. The video depicts two well-dressed children running…
Manhattan indie artist Jessi Mechanic releases third single “No Life At All” off newly debuted EP Wandering in Roam. Jessi Mechanic has a beautifully melodic sound with a voice similar to Harriett Wheeler of Sundays. She has been climbing the New York City indie scene since 2012. Audio Fuzz has raved about Jessi’s sound saying…
It is a wonderful feeling to know you will soon be hitting the road, and embarking on your first tour. Your gear and instruments are packed away in Rampart road cases and ready for the trip. Sure, you feel a little nervous. This might be the biggest audience you’ve ever played before. It is normal…
Hello there my music loving friends all over the world, it is so exciting to see you all. We are under 24 hours from Christmas Eve and less than a week from 2015, I love this time of year. Lots of cool things going on and this caught my eye, now through December 25th, Live365.com…
The much loved and branded Japanese automaker Honda Motors introduced the Jazz – one of the foremost cars from its global line-up in India in the year 2009. This second generation model only had a petrol engine then. The model was liked by the masses and it enjoyed good sales in the first year. However…
Optimal health means you have enough energy to make it through the day, and can meet the demands of even the most strenuous schedule. When you eat healthy and take care of your body, you can reduce your medical bills, and make it less likely that you will have to visit a doctor or hospital…
