Cire Music is an International House Electronic and Dance MusicDJ and Producer from the Big Apple New York City.
Cire Music is signed to the Wonked Music Group Label.
The brand new dance release from ‘Cire Music’ is entitled ‘Lyin’.
DISCOVER HOUSE DANCE OF 2020: The big, warm and tropical sleek sound of New York’s dance guru ‘Cire Music’ is blasting it’s way onto the Electronic Dance Scene with smoking hot new single ‘Lyin’ – Discover House and Dance
The powerful new house release ‘Lyin’ comes packed with 4 incredible Mixes including a Radio Mix and instrumentals.
Sammy Solo is a rising 24 year old rapper, Hip-Hop artist and producer from Atlanta, GA.
The cool Sammy Solo has been dropping dope beats, tracks and albums for the last 3 years and declares in his musical manifesto:
“ I plan to be a big name in the underground hip hop music scene. Hollywood and mainstream is overrated!” – Solo Sammy
The latest project from Solo Sammy is entitled ‘Baby Boy 2’.
‘Baby Boy 2’ dropped earlier in 2020 and is gaining hot momentum and rising fast on the Global Hip-Hop scene with it’s dark, mysterious and new Trap Rap Grime sound.
Regarding this hot, entrancing and strong radical drop as “Maybe my best project of the 3 I released this year”,‘Baby Boy 2’ is available on all good major music platforms and retailers.
DISCOVER HIP-HOP TRAP GRIME RAP: With a timeless, spacey, dark, atmospheric soundtrack and beats under ‘Solo Sammy’ he pumps out an explicit aural Trap City adventure on his hot ‘Baby Boy 2 ‘ – Discover Music News RAP
We live in a rapidly changing world, where the progress of society should be measured on the happiness and wellbeing of its citizens, rather than the pockets of the few.
We see countless billions spent on missiles and defence of the free world to keep out an ideological enemy that is already eating its way through the fabric of western civilization. The irony is that no external weapons need to be unleased when ideas will do the job for you.
‘Answers to the issue of the survival of Human beings will not be solved by Politics, but a new force of Logic that allows the best ideas to win’.
‘The Beat’ Bhangra Stance remix is a new take on a track from Dar.Ra’s ‘New Kinda Normal’ Album that suggests that if we carry on with our blinded unquestioning view of the Politics of greed we will repeat the same mistakes that we blame our Grand Parents to making.
The ‘New Kinda Normal’ album released late last year has attained a high level of critical support from Media around the world.
Mixing Rock and EDM to create a sound called Rock Step while tackling subjects from War to Social Neurosis effortlessly maintaining a solid melodic structure was par excellence and refreshing in a world of computer beats and self obsessive, materialistic culture rants.
The incredible ‘Dar.Ra’ returns after his ‘Stand up For the Heroes’ goes global with a radical new revolutionary beat that is taking the streets of London to a new free dawn with ‘THE BEAT’– Hear it at 9 am Every morning on London FM Playlist
The ‘Bhangra Stance’ remix mission was carried out by Sri Lankan born Music producer Vidula who picked up on the brief to create a cacophony of drum expressions that make you sit up and listen to ‘The Beat’, while the lyric refrain asks you ‘can you hear the Beat’ of cultural clashes happening all around us.
The remix features on the ‘Stand Up For The Heroes’ EP, and is getting an amazing response on Spotify with it being added to a huge amount of epic playlists in the first week of release. There is an Official lyric video also out which will allow you to find out more on how the lyrics wield the storyline of Human endeavour not to repeat the mistakes of the past.
Questions need to be asked of our history and rightly so, things that where based on mistruths must be examined and re-written to reflect a truth that will allow the foundations of our belief systems to be based on what actually happened and not a fairy tale that fits a certain narrative.
If artists and animal activists ran the world maybe we would move beyond the primitive thinking of what we see playing out on a world stage. Tribal politics is not what the world needs right now but an all inclusive, logical approach to a sustainable future.
‘The Beat’ is also dedicated to Animal activist Regan Russell who was killed recently after giving water to Pigs about to be taken to slaughter in inhuman conditions.
Belief in change is what she stood for. RIP Regan.
WHAT GLOBAL PRESS AND RADIO ARE SAYING ABOUT DAR.RA
“Dar.Ra could be morphing Bowie style from a Rock n’ Roll Cult star into a genre defining electronic meets rock producer with his new ‘Rock Step’ sound” – TNS Magazine. 10/10
Dar.Ra Is A Fore-Runner Of Rock Step. A New Sub Genre Of Rock Music From The UK That Glues The Guitar Bliss Of Rock N Roll With The Euphoria Of EDM! Vevo
Dar.Ra is a really Unique songwriter, producer and author who makes an Amazing blend of Rock and Soul Music (21st Artists Hollywood)
Highly Impressive (Planet Earth Radio USA)
Well worth listening to this Artist (Strutter Zine Mag Holland)
I’ve worked with artists for many years and Dar.Ra, is by far one of the best. Great music. Great promotion. Great Interviews with Interesting answers and stories. And the absolute best Promo Liners!! Zac Becker Sound Kharma Radio
Rock n Roll Diamond In The Rough (Electro Wow USA)
Dar.Ra is an incredible act to follow as he is always evolving on each song with incredible results (Indie People USA)
Dar.Ra infuses layers of vocals and instrumentation into each record he makes. The genius of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band by the Beatles, came to mind while listening to “Phenomenal”, “Back To The Brink” and “Heart Shape Pill” (Tune Loud Magazine USA)
Rushing through with an intense energy is the colossal riffing of Dar.Ra’s “Heart Shape Pill”. Dar.Ra infuses a certain level of late-night sleaze into the proceedings resulting in an absolute blast of a track. Wild and carefree the song is pure bliss. (Bongo Boy TV)
‘This is Different’ Johnny Doom Kerrang Radio UK
Great Music, Ass Kicking Deep Tones Metal Mayhem Radio UK
Rock Steady Is Gold Jamerzine Magazine USA
Phenomenal Album SME Fusion Radio South Africa
Nominated ‘Heart Shape Pill’ GK Rock Music Indie Radio Music Award 2018
Nominated ‘Phenomenal’ Rock Song Of The Year Radio WigWam FM 2018
Nominated IMA’s Artist Of The Year 2019
Countdown Number 1 Single LOZ Radio USA
Top 20 Radio Air Play Charts USA
Rock N Roll Sensation New Sound Express
Whitemyer’s song “She Gives” was featured on WGRD’s Bootleg 2K2 CD alongside The Verve Pipe, 30 Seconds to Mars, Butch Walker Bowling for Soup and Dishwalla.
‘Whitemyer’ drops a sonic, groovy, spacey and flowery ‘George Harrison’ meditation vibe with ‘Chilli Peppers’ meets ‘Happy Mondays’ grit on ‘Miss Little Roundabout’ – Discover Alternative Music
Whitemyer talks exclusively about his writing process saying:
“I try to write and have a lot of colour in the material. I like the songs to have their own personalities. Not taking myself too seriously helps”.
Whitemyer is currently holed up in the studio writing and recording new material in 2020.
Nashville based artist Hannah Fairlight’sMuscle and Skin is out now at all digital outlets with a physical CD and vinyl coming later this year.
The songs on Muscle and Skin dance between sassy retro vibes and haunting string-laden odes of hope, lost love, and regret.
“This Silence” and “Do What You Said You Wanted To” splash listeners with an upbeat self-righteous opening.
DISCOVER BEST NEW SOLO ARTISTS AND SONGWRITERS: Magical piano and rich emotional spine tingling strings with an adventurous video and glamorous 60’s pop sheen it’s the exquisite ‘Do What You Said You Wanted To’ from ‘Hannah Fairlight’ – Discover Media Digital UK
“Too Late To Wonder” and “Do You Ever Think of Me” settle us into more familiar Folk/Americana territory, while “Bells,” “Money & Run,” “Mother Moon,” and “Walk Away” are beautiful storytelling ballads.
The title track “Muscle & Skin” leaves us pondering our own accomplishments and defeats.
Fairlight’s voice is the thread tying it all together. The songs date back years to recent months, exploring a span of Hannah’s more personal catalogue.
“I wanted to reveal my true self and confront some of the struggles I’ve faced. No box to fit into, no commercial outlets to impress. I wanted to be completely honest. I got sick of dressing things up, trying to ‘be something’. I wanted to let out the real, raw songwriter underneath” explains Fairlight.
Recorded and produced by Austin Hoke and Fairlight and mixed by Grammy nominated Brett Ryan Stewart, Muscle and Skin is Fairlight’s third studio album.
Fairlight grew up in rural Iowa playing classical piano and saxophone from eight years old and starting original songs at age twelve. Inspired as a teen by role models that include Patti Smith and Tori Amos, she picked up guitar and cut her teeth performing in New York City at clubs like CBGB and The Bitter End.
Fairlight has since lived and performed around the world, released two studio albums after moving to Nashville, “Creatures of Habit” and “Bright Future“.
You may also recognize Fairlight from her role as “Veracity” in Universal’s Pitch Perfect 3 and A&E reality TV show “Crazy Hearts“.
Tylar Smith is a young singer from Sydney Australia with a powerful, soulful voice and a gift for storytelling. With influences of Panic At The Disco, Michael Buble’. He is at home singing ballads and contemporary pop songs.
He has been training in singing and performing for most of his life and has won multiple awards in singing across Western Sydney in the last 3 years.
He released his first single in January 2020 to help raise money for the bushfire appeal in Australia.
Tylar Smith releases his newest uplifting and powerful single ‘THERE’.
https://youtu.be/A5xfC7uSGPM
YOUNG NEW BALLADEERS OF 2020: ‘Tylar Smith’ releases a soothing, warm, heartfelt new single with ‘There’ – Discover New Songwriters of 2020.
With comforting lyricism, this rising artist maintains a fully charged arsenal of high-quality music that supports the fact that he is the next force in the industry.
‘THERE’ radiates an uninhibited aura as Tylar Smith’s creative range of musical talent becomes profoundly expressed and spelled. The talented artist delivers emotional bliss combined with lyrical depth. ‘THERE’ contains lyricism that will hook the listener due to its relatability and realness.
The track speaks about relying on that one friend that will always be there no matter how hard it gets. The motivating, downtempo instrumentation with the melodic elements makes the arrangement unique. Moreover, the underlying tones, harmonies, and mesmerizing vocals will take listeners on a musical journey.
‘THERE’ serves as a testament as to why Tylar Smith is set to leave his footprint in the music scene. About Tylar Smith Tylar Smith is an emerging young singer, songwriter, and artist originating from Sydney, Australia.
Influenced by the likes of Panic At The Disco, Michael Buble and Frank Sinatra, Tylar Smith delivers a powerful, soulful voice. He has been training in singing and performing for most of his life and has won multiple awards in singing across Western Sydney in the last three years.
He released his first single in January 2020 to help raise money for the bushfire appeal in Australia. His release “THE ASHES” was an emotional heartfelt acoustic country/folk song that told the harrowing story of what the country was going through at the time but with a positive message of hope.
His story-telling lyricism will captivate listeners across the world. He is currently recording new music to release in the coming weeks and months. His innate talent will see him reach the stars as his music is unique, mesmerizing, and catchy.
The song “THE ASHES” was an emotional heartfelt acoustic country/folk song that told the harrowing story of what the country was going through at the time but with a positive message of hope.
He is currently recording new music which will be released in the coming weeks.
Stay up-to-date with Tylar on Facebook and Instagram.
Toronto-based artist Kristen Karma has released a music video tribute to her father, “Dear John.” The single was released on October 19th 2019, Kristen’s birthday and continues to grow globally since it’s release.
This song is about wondering if they are watching what we are doing, and are proud of what they see. ”— Kristen Karma
“Kristen Karma melts hearts with ‘Dear John’…Goosebumps. A Rating!” – Markos Papadatos, Digital Journal
“(Dear John)’ takes the standard singer-songwriter elements and elevates them to new heights…visually stunning!” – Joe Smith-Engelhardt, Exclaim.ca
2019 has been a record year for Toronto’s Kristen Karma. Her single release “Party Heroes” reached the Top 20 on the iTunes Pop Songs chart, while her follow-up “Try” hit the Top 30 Pop and Top 65 All Genres. The electro-pop singer-songwriter racked up tens of thousands of Spotify streams and Youtube views for both; reaching airplay chart positions on both sides of the Atlantic. One might ask, “How does she top this recent success?”
The answer is “Dear John,” an epic music video production directed by Ryan Ellis and featuring one of the song’s co-writers, Marian Hanna, with a guest appearance from Mr. ATP. Co-producer (along with Karma) Mark Zubek is also a co-writer on the song.
DISCOVER POP ROCK BALLADS OF ALL TIME: After supporting Lady Ga Ga, Akon and dropping tracks with lil’Jon, ‘Kristen Karma’ carries on her global success with her touching and universal piano and pop rock ballad ‘Dear John’ – Discover Pop Rock Dance UK
“I sat down with my good friend and upcoming artist Marian Hanna one day, for a song writing session and decided that, since it was coming up to her brother’s 10th anniversary of his passing, and my father’s 2 year anniversary, that we should write something together for them,” said Karma. “We talked about what sort of a song we wanted to write, and in about 15 minutes, we had a demo written and recorded on my phone. A few days later, we were talking and put it together that her brother’s and my father’s name were John, and therefore decided to call the new single ‘Dear John.”
Kristen continues, “This song is about wondering if they are watching what we are doing, and are proud of what they see. We continue to go about our lives everyday, but never know if those who are close to us, that have passed, continue to watch us from above.”
Watch the video for “Dear John”:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNsQ0sFT6BQ.
The video has already been honoured as an Official Selection in the Direct Monthly Online Film Festival (DMOFF) and a Semi-finalist in the Visualis Film Festival. The song has won Best International Song in the American Tracks Music Awards.
MORE ABOUT KRISTEN KARMA
In 2013, Kristen Karma was selected as one of two performers to play the Lady Gaga Born This Way Ball After-party and open for Tour DJ/Lady Gaga BFF, Lady Starlight in Vancouver. With rave reviews from her performance, Kristen went on to work with lil’Jon on her single “Sirens.”
In 2017, Karma opened for Grammy Award Winner Akon in Guelph, Ontario on his Canadian Promo Tour. Hot on the heels of her performance, Kristen was approached and selected to play the Lady Gaga – Joanne World Tour VIP After-party, once again in Vancouver, following Lady Gaga’s performance at Rogers Arena.
Karma has a certificate in Audio Engineering from Hot Sole Music, She has studied voice with Judith Rabinovitch, who has worked with the likes of Avril Lavigne and Sarah McLachlan.”
DISCOVER RAP AND ROCK FUSIONS: ‘Sk8way 10thousand’ spreads his unique rap sound and vibe across the globe as he learns his mistakes on a ‘First Date’ with dope single that combines rock with Rap Trap vibes. – Discover Rap Trap Radio UK
Today we advise you to give yourself a musical break and the right dose of music. And let’s be honest, for us, it’s been a while that we did not have such a pleasant moment. We have found exactly what we were looking for with Sk8way 10thousand.
The artist’s seductive voice and energy are an addiction and believe us, you will never get tired of it.
You would have understood it: “First Date” is what we can call a Banger!
Just perfect for our sunny and free days after the lockdown! You better add it on your playlists right now.
We invite you to discover his beautiful & unique swagger on the track.
Feel alive and let that feeling sweep you away with the perfect pop of ‘For the Love’ from the sultry pop beauty ‘Willow Woodward’ as she steps onto an exotic beach location.
Accompanying the single of For the Love by ‘Willow Woodward’ is an outstanding epic cinematic video, directed by award-winning documentary filmmaker Nara Garber, that takes pop fans to an exotic beach location.
Willow’s team of all-stars returns on For the Love, including noted song writing-mentor Nina Ossoff, acclaimed composer/producer David Veslocki and standout
recording engineer Matt Anthony.
WATCH WILLOW WOODWARD EXOTIC BEACH LOCATION MUSIC VIDEO
Following the smash breakthrough success of her debut single Superman, singer-songwriter Willow Woodward is back with her follow-up effort, For the Love.
True to form, her new single is rooted in pop, with hints of dance and an indie flair.
DISCOVER POP DANCE AND EXOTIC BEACH LOCATIONS: ‘For the Love’ is the new single and exotic video from ‘Willow Woodward’ that follows the 1.4 million audience of her previous hit ‘Superman’ on Digital Radio – Discover Pop Indie Dance
Accompanying the release of For the Love is a transcendent video, directed by award-winning documentary filmmaker Nara Garber, that transports viewers to an exotic beach location, sweeping them away while the joy of the song washes over.
Rhythmic complexity and lyrical depth is a hallmark of Willow’s style, and is on display in For the Love.
Willow Woodward talks about the creation of the single:
“I wanted to build several pacing changes into the song to reflect the excitement, the calm and the warmth of love. In writing the lyrics, I kept seeing ocean images in my head, and ended up grounding the song in that vision.”
Released globally on July 4 to reflect this emphasis on togetherness and community, a pause to reflect and give thanks in these times.
Willow Woodward
The success of Superman impressed industry watchers.
Released in December 2019, over its first three months, according to DRT the song was heard by an audience of over 1.4 million on digital radio spanning U.S. cities from San Francisco to Las Vegas to Orlando. In addition, Superman broke 13,000 streams over this same period. Willow is now signed with Sapphire, a subsidiary of Sony Orchard.
As with Superman, Willow’s team of all-stars returns on For the Love.
Michael Aguilar is an up and coming 27 year old singer/songwriter in the pop music genre.
He’s been performing since he was 9 years old, and hasn’t looked back since. He began recording his own music at the age of 16 and eventually obtained a degree in audio production.
He is slated to release 3 new singles next week Those singles are Nothing to lose, I just didn’t know, and his debut single Attention.
Michael not only writes and sings, but he also produces all of his tracks. His music is influenced by artists like Britney Spears and Dua Lipa.
DISCOVER DISCO POP: With a classic dancefloor disco vibe and strong catchy voice, ‘Michael Aguilar’ drops a tantalising debut that is grabbing hot ‘Attention’
The video for his debut single is now available on YouTube.
All 3 new singles will be available on Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart Radio, and several other online retailers.
Modern Synth Pop and Dance outfit N2BLÜ follow up their previous big single ‘Better Now’ with a brand new single entitled ‘Electric Dreams’.
Remember back in the 80s and 90s when the romantic comedies of the time were so formulaic and predictable, but you love(d) them anyway?
This song is for all the New Romantics out there!
Notions of love, at first sight, meeting the love of your life passing on the street, falling in love and living happily ever after, like a fairy tale.
Electric Dreams love letter to somewhat simpler times of romance before we all got lost in a sea of technology and lost our ability to connect in the real world.
Fading to Grey and back into Glory the 80’s return once again in the fused electro sound of ‘Cyber New Romantics’ N2BLÜ with their new cut ‘Electric Dreams’ – Stereobuzz UK
LYRICS SPOTLIGHT – N2BLÜ – ELECTRIC DREAMS
In a world of all things digital How do you find something real?
That spark of something magical
That makes you feel It was love at first sight, how it happened one night
And it was more than it seemed It’ll happen someday
If you can find your way Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams Electric Dreams
It all just seems so complicated
Yet so natural for some Comparisons just leave you frustrated Thinking where’s my someone?
Love to the moon and back, with its own soundtrack
To the perfect romantic scene It’ll happen my friend If you can find the end
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams Electric Dreams Electric Dreams
Only you can write your story And choose your destiny
Only you can own your glory And shape your reality
Only you can write your story And choose your destiny
Only you can own your glory And shape your reality
Through these electric dreams
Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams
Electric Dreams Oh Electric, Electric Dreams Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams Electric Dreams
Through these electric dreams Electric Dreams
HISTORY OF N2BLÜ
The previous hit single from N2BLÜ was entitled ‘Again’.
Born in New Orleans, Jonathan Arceneaux started singing not long after he learned to talk and hasn’t stopped singing since!
At a very young age Jonathan began his career as a singer in a church choir and started taking voice lessons in both classical and musical theatre styles. During his High School years in Baton Rouge, LA, Jonathan continued singing in the choir and participated in several musical theatre productions. He also started to tap into his writing talents as a freshman in High School, drawing inspiration from some of his favourite bands and artists like Better Than Ezra, Duncan Sheik and Savage Garden.
Over the years following, Jonathan began to realize that his true passion was singing and writing Pop music, so he changed his focus from classical and music theatre to be a full time Pop singer/songwriter. He is a passionate, true artist with emotional expression through his writing, production, and performance. Jonathan also enjoys collaborating with other artists to meld unique tastes in sound and texture.
In 2008 he worked with hit producers I-ROC (Universal Music/HappyMadison Productions/BZEE ROC) and RADIO (Chris Brown’s “Dreamer”/Blake Lewis’ “End of the World”).
As a result of the collaboration with RADIO in 2009, Jonathan released “From TheAshes”, under the name Jay Arseno, his sophomore follow up to his debut album in 2008, “Face In You Crowd”, under the name Jonathan Adam.
After the loss of his father to kidney cancer in August of 2009, Jonathan took some time off from music and in 2013 he decided to move from his home in Houston, TX to Los Angeles, CA for an immersive experience in the heart of the music industry.
While he learned a lot about the industry and himself, Los Angeles was not a good fit for him. So, in 2015 Jonathan decided to get back to his roots and move back home to the Big Easy, New Orleans. Not long after moving to New Orleans, Jonathan met Konstantin Smorodnikov, a personal trainer originally from Russia who had a love and talent for music as well.
Jonathan and Konstantin had an instant connection as friends and decided to start working on music together. While Jonathan came from more of a pop music writing background and classical vocal training, Konstantin’s background was in the club and dance music scene. The next couple of years lead to the duo developing a seamless blending of Jonathan’s lyrics and vocals and Konstantin’s beats and instrumentation to create a sound all their own. In July 2018 they were approached by Loren Israel to participate in his song writing mentorship program.
Little did Jonathan and Konstantin know that this would be an integral turning point in their musical journey.
After a year of instruction, guidance, and tough love from Loren and by honing their skills in song writing and lyricism, they have emerged as the duo, N2BLÜ.
Born and raised in Kostroma, Russia, Konstantin Smorodnikov fell in love with music at early age. It was the structure of rhythm and arrangement that most interested him.
Around 15 is when he was introduced to computer music production.
At 18 moved to America where spent most of his 20’s going out to local dance clubs and learning all he could about technical side of production and sound engineering. He drew inspiration from DJ’s like PeterRauhofer and Abel Aguilera.
In 2016 he met Jonathan Arceneaux. They realized that they both shared a passion for similar sounds and ideas in music and decided to give a musical partnership a shot.
Electric Dreams is OUT NOW globally! Get Dreaming.
WeareLight releases his newest uplifting and powerful single ‘Pushing On (who says Love is easy?)’.
The release features feel-good, uplifting instrumentation, infectious melodic elements, and soothing, grasping vocals by WeareLight.
With story-telling lyricism, this rising artist maintains a fully charged arsenal of high octane music that supports the fact that he is the next force in the industry.
‘Pushing On (who says Love is easy?)’ radiates an uninhibited aura as WeareLight’s creative range of musical talent becomes profoundly expressed and spelled. The Southern California native delivers emotional bliss combined with lyrical depth.
‘Pushing On (who says Love is easy?)’ contains lyricism that will hook the listener due to its relatability and realness. The motivating instrumentation with the melodic elements makes the arrangement unique.
The single merges pop and soul elements seamlessly into one perfect single. Moreover, the underlying tones, bassline, and mesmerizing vocals will take listeners on a musical journey. ‘Pushing On (who says Love is easy?)’ serves as a testament as to why WeareLight is set to leave his footprint in the music scene.
Tyler Thompson, or better known as WeareLight, is an emerging artist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter originating from Southern California.
His project, WeareLight, was born out of his innate talent and versatility as a musician. By merging ambient, jazz, lo-fi, and hip-hop elements, Tyler Thompson crafted his unique sound that is set to captivate listeners around the world.
WeareLight fuses an old style with a modern sound rendering his music a complete masterpiece. The rising artist seeks to take listeners on a musical journey that is filled with stories. This story-telling ability enables WeareLight to differentiate himself from many in the music scene.
WeareLight is an artist to keep an eye on and ear out for as he is set to cement himself in the music scene for years to come.
WeareLight’s single “Pushing On (who said Love is easy?)” is taken from his upcoming album “Offerings” out globally in Fall 2020.
Since 2009, when Mad-Hop started as the Last.fm group, we’re constantly creating a meeting platform for creative artists from all over the world who are not afraid to experiment with music and image representing individuality of styles for fans.
Mad Hop is an electronic music stage/scene based on the experimental hip-hop, abstract, broken sounds: IDM, dubstep, trap, juke and glitch-hop genres.
Kris Kolanus the CEO of Mad-Hop Records speaks about the sound of Mad-Hop Records.
“Sometimes life takes us to the point when nothing seems to make sense, and everything you do turns against you.Burning Rain Forests in the Amazon, vast bush fires in Australia, Oceans drowning in plastic… devastating disasters across the planet. Until all of a sudden everything seems to stand still. An unprecedented crisis, another unexpected threat makes us freeze, takes away basic human rights, locks us up in our homes. Everything and everyone is connected and all is happening for a reason. If things don’t work the way we have planned its time to let go And still- it is a chance. A chance to rethink our values, to profoundly question our ways of life. To meditate, to transcend. The right moment will come again to reach out and spread positive energy. We invite you to dissolve into our music. Meet you on the other side.” – Kris Kolanus CEO Mad-Hop Records
During the current global pandemic, one of the worst hit industries is unquestionably music performance and all of its various expressive forms that include singer-songwriters, bands, DJs, producers, sound engineers, not to mention the plethora of crew and staff intrinsically linked to the success of a show.
There is no denying that this is a trying time for all. However, Mad-Hop Records have decided to come back on music filed and drop Free Download compilation to help support and promote some of the best modern hip-hop and electronic artists out there.
With an epic end of the world vibe, ‘Mad Hop Vol. 9’ is a collection of cool glitchy cuts and dreamy universal soundscapes that gives aural aid and world therapy to followers across the globe. – Discover Electronic
Mad Hop Vol. 9 is a collective mixtape with a variety of talented artists like CloZee, Ta-Ku, Robot Koch and more. Who bring their own style to the table. Instrumental melodies and masterful samples make this eclectic album come to life for fans of jazzy beats and creative remixes.
This collective record is enjoyable for fans of electronic music who can experience something different with each track. Trip-hop and ambiance music is prevalent throughout Mad Hop Vol. 9 to give this album a unique seal of approval with vibes of relaxation and a quality production value that stands the test of time for listeners of all ages.
The thirteen-track LP contains strong bass-lines, catchy melodic elements, groovy beats, and diverse talent. From Szatt’s laidback ‘Giving to Ta-Ku’s atmospheric, sci-fi ‘Invasion’.
The more you look into it, the more you are going to be able to revel at the many different colours and shades of this fantastic compilation release will take the listeners into a musical trance with versatile sounds, catchiness, and uplifting instrumentation.
As a result, Mad-Hop, Vol. 9 feels like a true kaleidoscope closing up the track list with intriguing Afro-beat patterns of “Wilderness Rock” (SaBBo Ft. Axum).
“From soothing sonic landscapes down to gritty retro-inspired beats with some attitude, there is just so much here in terms of creativity”. If you are looking for an album that contains incredible talent and diverse creative expression, you’ll want to check out ‘Mad-Hop Vol.9’. Make sure you follow Mad-Hop on their social media to keep up to date with upcoming releases!
The beautiful and talented actress, singer, songwriter and producer Nefertitti Avani is taking the music scene by storm with her radio hit, “Pri Va C”. The track was produced by 8mos and is currently featured on over 20 syndicated radio stations worldwide.
“Pri Va C” has an R&B vibe to it which suites Nefertitti Avani since she is recognized as ‘Best R&B Artist’ and ‘Best Female Vocalist’ in her hometown of Cleveland, Ohio.
The track starts off with a catchy old-school electric keyboard riff which is played throughout the song. The instrumental is followed up by a soulful head-nodding beat and Avani’s irresistible voice which is accented by tasteful auto-tune. The lyrics are sexy much like the music video.
Nefertitti Avani is a natural born talent who has commanded the respect and attention of super producers including Missy Elliot, Needlz, Keith Sweat and Jellyroll.
Avani began learning music at the age of one and could play “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” by the age of two. It is no surprise she comes from a musical family.
Her father is a singer and producer and her grandfather was a member of The Original Ojay’s. In addition, her grandmother brought attention to African dance in Cleveland and helped Avani with her stage performances. Nefertitti Avani was on TV by age eight and had a collection of written songs by age nine.
With a ‘Sade’ twist to her smooth luxurious R&B trip-hop vibes, soulful and sweet ‘Nefertitti Avani’ drops new single ‘Pri Va C’ –
Nefertitti Avani’s family, friends and supporters are what keeps her motivated to pursue her art. When asked about her future goals, Nefertitti reveals, “Winning a Grammy and taking the music industry by storm.” As we can see with “Pri Va C”, she is no doubt on the right path towards this goal.
ONLINE:
You can follow Nefertitti Avani on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and check out her music on all major streaming platforms.
Carreira3 returns to drop their latest captivating single ‘Sorry’O.’
The Afrobeat/pop features a unique production and mesmerizing vocal by the artists that will captivate any music fan. Every year has significant competition when it comes to being proclaimed as a true summer anthem.
If you are looking for it, it’s Carreira3’s ‘Sorry’O’.
DISCOVER THE BEST NEW AFROBEAT POP: After judging on BBC1 show “All Together Now” alongside Geri Halliwell from the Spice Girls, ‘Carreira3’ release the beautiful, stylish modern African UK fused sounds of new drop Sorry’O. – Discover Afrobeat Pop UK
From the press of play, listeners are engulfed in the world the artists create with their no-frills approach. The single offers uplifting tones, a driving groovy beat, a powerful bassline, and an infectious vocal melody that will have people hooked.
With motivating and detailed lyricism, this emerging creatives maintains a fully charged arsenal of high octane music that supports the fact that they are the next force in the industry.
Carreira3 delivers melodic bliss with lyrical depth across the release. ‘Sorry’O’ is a must-listen and a must-add to your summer playlists!
Carreira3 is an emerging Urban vocal group originating from London, United Kingdom. Consisting of brothers Jace, Alfie-J, and Dieu Carreira, Carreira3 is set to leave their footprint in the music scene.
Currently, the trio has been dominating Europe’s R&B and the pop market as well as delivering must-watch performances. Owners of their own label, Carreira Records, the trio has a distinctive and catchy style that will have people hooked.
Quickly making a name for themselves, Carreira3 were judges in the BBC1 show “All Together Now” alongside Geri Halliwell from the Spice Girls.
With thousands of streams and downloads, Carreira3 is a force to be reckoned with. Performing at the biggest venues around the U.K., Carreira3 is the live show that you must watch.
From their releases to the stages, the trio is set to continue their meteoric rise to stardom.
Angel Monroe celebrity cover model, actress and rapper has just released her latest single ‘Gone’.
Angel Monroe remembers that Chris brown dispute when she was defending Chris Brown.
Well it’s no doubt she’s got news of her own new dope drop “Gone” as it’s rises as fast as she can rap, getting attention on European Radio airwaves and with American Spotify users.
She’s a published model actress, but music is where it’s at for this talent.
‘Angel Monroe’ has just released her latest single ‘Gone’.
To hear her fast unique rap style and iconic voice check out more from Angel Monroe on her Spotify.
Angel’s got the image to do it all with her song “Perfect image” discussing the real truth of the industry expectations and her latest track “Gone” which scored her airtime on the Radio.
Los Angeles, California recording artist/Producer and mastermind behind the Sad Flex! label, iLL $werve is staying busy through these crazy times.
With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing cancellations of tours for him and his label, he is determined to bounce back in a bigger way. As a part of the return to greatness, he recently launched a new EP titled, “Swerve Now, Pay Later”.
DISCOVER RAP TRAP 24 FM INTERNATIONAL HIP-HOP, TRAP AND RAP: The cool Sad Flex! label presents artist and creator ‘iLL $werve’ as he drops a well crafted, harmonious but darkly emotional E.P on Trap Rap Grime fusion ‘Swerve Now, Pay Later’
With this 4 track EP, iLL $werve takes listeners on a Rollercoaster ride through the good and bad sides of a romantic relationship he was a part of. With production from him and super producer Matt “Matty J” Jacobson, the EP boasts Hip Hop, Pop, and Trap influences throughout.
Throughout this musical ride, iLL $werve is joined by rapper Lil Twist and Oli Outside, who contribute noteworthy verses. iLL $werve promises that listeners will not only relate to the lyrics and be thoroughly entertained by the production, but will be left yearning for another project.
As a part of the rollout for “Swerve Now, Pay Later”, iLL $werve looks to follow up with a documentary that is inspired by the project’s themed romantic affair. He is also planning to further promote the EP with Instagram live performances, interviews, and blog, plus playlists features.
“Swerve Now, Pay Later” is available now on all digital streaming platforms. In July 2020, iLL $werve looks to follow up with a currently untitled Pop single that will have Emo, Punk, and Hip Hop influences.
iLL $werve looks forward to relaunching Sad Flex! after the COVID-19 pandemic dissipates, with plans to sign, develop, and promote new artists on the scene.
Launched in the month of December, Sad Flex! Got its start when iLL $werve connected artists at The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, CA. It was from there that the collective put on a concert to honour suicide prevention, donating a portion of the proceeds to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline charity.
Stay up to date with iLL $werve and for new happenings and updates on Sad Flex! by following him on Instagram and Facebook at @illswerve and on Twitter at @illsw.
It’s good to see The Multi-Awards Winner Artist Fadi Awad participating in some important Contests and Festivals in Eastern Europe as he’s a one-love international artist who also loves that side of the world and likes to participate in some of its big international events… On June 24 2020, The “Kyiv Film Festival” – Ukraine has announced their winners names for this year and it was so good to see the name of artist Fadi Awad winning The “Best Musical Short” Award with his masterpiece “To Glory Land”, labelled by “Proconwire”… This is the 4th Award for this Score after winning in “The 5 Continents International Film Festival”, “Palermo’s Eurovision Film Festival”, and the “American Golden Picture International Film Festival”: https://medium.com/@WorldPress/fadi-awad-wins-in-kyiv-film-festival-a83064dfc1aa
Then, Fadi Awad continued his successful participation tour and won in The “Eurasia International Film Festival” in Moscow – Russia. His ultimate score “We Are Here”, labelled by “Proconwire”, won The “Best Music Video” Award there. This is the 4th Award earned by this wonderful track after winning in “The Canadian Cinematography Awards”, “The Global Peace Song Awards”, and “The Best Shorts Competition”: http://eurasiafilmfest.ru/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/WINNERS_LIST-4.pdf
In his related press interviews, Fadi thanked the Organizers, Judges, and Crew of both festivals for the appreciation, as well as all his supporters for always being there. He also confirmed how special and important for him is to win there.
Fadi Awad has also done a wonderful tribute to Michael Jackson by reconstructing legally the old gold hit “Off The Wall” in collaboration with Dan De Leon featuring Shawn Breathwaite. The project’s original extended version has been premiered on Kiss FM 104.7 and Cali FM radio stations. It’s labelled by “Pump Records” and distributed to all the digital platforms by “The Orchard/Sony Music”. The release of this awesome project will be in 2 singles: The first one contains the original extended remake and radio edit versions and will be released on the 3rd of July 2020, followed by the remixes single few weeks later… The project fits the radio stations, the clubs & festivals dancefloors, the DJs sets & shows, as well as all music generations, and can be played everywhere! It’s really expected to succeed. Fadi mainly focuses on how musically strong are the artists that he collaborates with so that the project succeeds. It’s the way he works and he’s well-known about that: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/off-the-wall-feat-shawn-breathwaite-single/1520515090
Congratulations to Fadi Awad on The Awards, and to him and his collaborators on Michael Jackson’s Tribute project. Wishing everyone the best of success!
Gracing the global music world with his brand new single, Billboard Top 30 artist Christopher Bender is back with an incredible, uplifting and gloriously heaven sent single entitled ‘Glad in it’.
Born in Stoughton, Massachusetts and raised by his mother in Brockton, Massachusetts, Christopher Bender was surrounded by a loving and God-fearing environment.
With a foundation built on the love of God, Chris grew up watching his family serve and operate in ministry.
See Chris Bender performing the forthcoming single ‘Glad in it’ live.
At the age of seven, Chris felt compelled to know Christ as his personal saviour.
At the age of thirteen, it was revealed to Chris that his purpose was to minister through worship, leading Chris to where he is today, sharing the love and gospel of Christ to the world.
Chris has been privileged to minister alongside some of Gospel’s most influential such as Shirley Caesar, Donnie McClurkin, JJ Hairston, Fred Hammond, and Israel Houghton just to name a few.
He has also been favoured to work with Rashad McPherson (Featured on “You’ll Live, Not Die”, 2015), Ayana McDonald, David Altenor (Featured on “We Praise You”, 2015), Amante Lacey (Featured on “Alive“, 2016), and Matthew Greaves (featured on “Great is Yahweh”, 2017).
He was also recognized for winning the 2014 “Artist of the Year” Angelic Award in the winter of 2014 and “Best New Single” Eddy Award in the winter of 2019 for his first single, “More of You”.
Chris has since released his sophomore single, “The Blood Song” which debuted at #22 on the Billboard charts.
Chris’s desire is to see to it that the believers of God are instructed on the essence of vertical worship & ultimately placed before the presence of our Almighty King.
The amazing new single ‘Glad in it’ from Christopher Bender is out on 24 July 2020.
So many of us are going through,
Your burdens get so heavy
you don’t know what to do,
But I’ve been sent on assignment
to encourage you,
You can’t give up now you have so much to do
Bridge:
The enemy wants you to quit
Wants you to throw in the towel
And say this it,
But I’ve been sent to remind you
Your help is here today,
Whenever you feel life’s pressure
Here’s what you gotta say
Chorus:
I will be glad in it (4x)
Verse 2:
So many things are going wrong
But these trials come to
only make you strong
The Father really needs you
to keep holding on
And keep a praise on your lips
Cause it won’t be long,
Bridge:
The enemy he wants you to quit
Wants you to throw in the towel
And say this it,
But I’ve been sent to remind you
Your help is here today,
Whenever you get in trouble
Here’s what you gotta say
Chorus (2x):
I will be glad in it (4x)
Bridge 2:
Everybody clap those hands (2x)
Vamp 1:
Even on a bad day, I will, I will (repeat)
Very few people on this earth can say they’ve visited Hell and returned to tell the story –
REMMEH is one of them.
The Swedish Colombian rapper has struggled with questions surrounding faith and God for his entire life.
Does God exist? To find the answer, he embarked on a spiritual journey that eventually led him into the literal depths of Hell… and it was a frightening, lonely place. When he finally came back to earth, everything became clear to him.
DISCOVER RAP, TRAP AND GLOBAL HIP-HOP: To hell and back with Glory and sacrifice, ‘You Live On’ from Colombian Swedish rapper REMMEH drops a positive melodic real life Beat Trap Rap tale.
God is here on earth, but as we are – as humans, we find that harsh to Realize. Now, REMMEH speaks through music to share his truth with the world.
Early in his career, REMMEH experimented with all kinds of Hip Hop subgenres, like trap, R&B rap, and emo, with the hopes of one day making it to the top of the rap game.
As time went on his sound became more focused, and more humble; success was no longer the end goal for him – now he just wants to connect with other lost souls and share the good vibes.
In December 2019 REMMEH released the deeply personal single “You Live On”, a commemorative song dedicated to three of his biggest musical inspirations.
Listeners around the world fell in love with the track, and since then it has racked up tens of thousands of streams across all digital platforms.
People always want things to be logical, reasonable… but oftentimes the truth is crazier than you think.
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Hailing from Los Angeles, emerging DJ & producer Goldbrg has made a solid impression with his debut cut, ‘Feel This Good’ – delivering an infectious slice of vocal dance music.
Electronic artist, Goldbrg has quickly amassed an impressive fan base following his recent hyped quarantine DJ sets.
Engaging audiences across the globe with his infectious persona & feel good beats.
Building on the buzz, Goldbrg has recently gone onto release his debut single, entitled – ‘Feel This Good’.
The cut features an infectious vocal hook & catchy drop, accompanied by a groove-filled bassline that’s sure to fire up (bedroom) dance-floors worldwide.
https://soundcloud.com/goldbrg/feel-this-good
An exceptional & rare find for a debut release to be this polished & thought out.
We’re excited to see what comes next from talented newcomer Goldbrg.
Keyboard Player and Producer Etienne Stadwijk Releases a Powerful Response to the Current Social Climate with new song and video “Then Why?!”
Keyboard Player and producer Etienne Stadwijk has released a powerful and moving song “Then Why?!” as a commentary to the current social climate in the US and around the world.
“Then Why?!” is a statement piece that is accompanied by a hard hitting and emotionally raw video that depicts some of history’s worst acts against humanity, in an attempt to illustrate how we have arrived at this point. The message behind the song also offers a suggestion for a better way forward.
DISCOVER HEROES OF MUSIC, PEACE and EQUALITY 2020: ‘Etienne Stadwijk’ releases a huge touching jazz song that should be the new ‘We are The World’ as it meanders through a free world of jazzy pianos and BIG shiver inducing voices on “Then Why?!”
“Injustice of any kind is something that affects me deeply on many levels. This song not only attempts to verbalize the pain and suffering that so many have had to endure for so long because of this injustice, but it also suggests tolerance as a way past it. Let us all try to be more tolerant of one another. Without tolerance there will NEVER be equality!” says Stadwijk.
Stadwijk is a New York based graduate of the Berklee College of Music, who divides his time between recording, producing, and performing live in NYC and around the world.
Credits include Paul Simon, Maxwell, Marcus Miller, Richard Bona, Nona Hendryx, Harry Belafonte, and many others.
Hip Hop and Rap artist Jxckson Released His New Track Called “Trees“. The track is meant to reflect back on the artist’s past before he started making music.
The intention is to relate to young adults through discussing topics like night life, social media, and relationships.
DISCOVER RAP AND HIP-HOP: The dreamy rapper ‘ Jxckson’ arrives with a thought provoking epic Rap Trap cut on ‘Trees’– On the Rap Trap FM Playlist Now – Discover Rap Trap FM
Jxckson said, “It’s a track letting you know a bit about who I was before I tried to get this music career started, for young adults it’s relatable to the lives they live. From the night life to social Media and the way that relationships are difficult or to find a real one is tough in this day and age.”
The track is Jxckson’s first release and was produced by Patrick Osei at Hot Money Studios.
It features Jxckson soulful vocals layered over a beautiful and vibey instrumental. Jxckson’s unique voice and flow are showcased throughout the track.
Especially when he goes from singing to rapping, switching between the two throughout the track. The beats 808s and beautiful samples keeps the vibe going and gives space for the young artist to showcase his skill.
The track is just a small sample of what is to come from Jxsckson.
He said, “As my first release I believe it shows a lot about my character but also shows that I’m a versatile artist and let people see that this is the start of a lot of great things, I think it’s a true vibe and I just want people to see themselves or relate heavily to what the track is saying and I believe my Lyrics do that.”
In a time where most pop music is dark and brooding, Madison McWilliams is a shining light, swooping in and breathing new life into the genre with her soaring vocals and youthful charm.
Her new song “Back Like I Never Left” was co-written by Tia Rice and produced by Bhav and is out now at all digital platforms and streaming services.
“Back Like I Never Left” tells a relatable story with its charming lyrics that transcend age and demographics, with a video that goes beyond geographical limitations.
“The song is about returning to a lost love and realizing that no time or distance can change the bond you have. With the inability to connect due to the pandemic, the song takes on a new meaning, showing that we can always find creative ways to stay connected,” explains McWilliams.
With a few song releases already on her resume McWilliams has garnered over two million views on YouTube and over 1.5 million streams on playlists with her edgy stylings. Her song and video for the vulnerable “Hurt Me” alone has garnered over 1.5 million views and over 500,000 streams, and saw her social platforms grow significantly with over 100,000 followers.
Deemed by legendary songwriter, Billy Steinberg (Madonna, Whitney Houston, Cyndi Lauper) as the “One To Watch” expect more new music to come from Austin, TX based McWilliams.
DISCOVER NEW SWEET DIVAS OF POP 2020: Epic pop at it’s best with a warm vocal sound that takes you to new heights, ‘Madison McWilliams’ has a big Motown sound and voice on the stunning production of ‘Back Like I Never Left’ – Discover Soul Pop and RnB
When she’s not writing, recording or performing she dedicates time to her work as a Make-A-Wish ambassador. She is also an official spokesperson for the Art of Kindness campaign, which is partnered with Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation and she plans to continue her ongoing efforts to support HAAM – Health Alliance for Austin Musicians.
ToMix has been played by lots of big DJs around the globe such as Marshmello, Hardwell, Showtek, Dillon Francis, Tchami, Malaa, Habstrakt and many more.
DISCOVER HOUSE MUSIC 2020:DISCOVER HOUSE MUSIC 2020: Inventive, spacey, trippy and minimal rhythmic is the name of the game with space house synth beat producer ‘ToMix’ and the tribal space trip ‘All I Want’
Tomix is back with his latest release called “All I Want”. out now everywhere.
By Small Ruin is an anagram for Bryan Mullis, keeping his music and lifestyle as true to self as possible.
The incredible brand new single from ‘By Small Ruin’ is entitled ‘Take Me With You’ .
Bryan Mullis talks about the story behind the song saying “This song was written after catching up with an old girlfriend online. We spent a few days messaging back and forth when I realized we had inadvertently moved beyond surface-level chit chat. Suddenly, I was 17 again and ready to go wherever she lead”.
Busking since high school, the college dropout has made his way across the country playing to anyone who listened. His talent and dedication lead to sharing the stage with artists like DAWES, WILD and Briston Maroney.
As a teen, one of Bryan’s favourite activities with his friends was climbing water towers and hanging upside down from the top by only their knees.
Bryan was notorious for doing what he wanted, when he wanted, including sneaking out of his parent’s house and hitch-hiking a 10-hour ride to Florida to surprise his girlfriend on the beach.
DISCOVER AMERICAN POP ROCK PREMIERES: Strolling down memory lane with an old flame in driving pop rock fashion, ‘Bryan Mullis’ a.k.a By Small Ruin releases stunning new single ‘Take Me With You’ + Lyrics Special – Discover Pop Rock UK.
More recently, Bryan’s brother almost lost his life in a car accident. Dealing with those feelings inspired his musical journey that brought him unforetold adventures.
He often tells the story of being attacked in a convenience store which:
“lead to a full-fledged movie-like fight that included knocking over shelves and throwing beer bottles. The store was destroyed.”
From waking up to SWAT teams thinking the band’s van was owned by a nearby active shooter, to unexpectedly playing a nudist pool party of 100+ people, BSR’s thrilling lifestyle is certainly rendered in their music and performance.
The brand new single ‘Take Me With You’ from ‘By Small Ruin’ is out now.
Rising artist Buu Baby IV has a new feel good song about Self Love and self motivation.
Taking the time to tell you to keep going on those rough days and shine harder on your brighter days located in Atlanta GA I think we have a new vibe this summer.
International sensation Therése Neaimé is ready to heat up the summer of 2020 with a brand-new single to follow up her previous chart top 20 at Music Week.
Dance Love is designed to bring bodies straight to the dancefloor through a wildly colourful & catchy infusion of radiant sound – “Dance Love” will officially be out and available everywhere online on the 22nd of June this year!
With a lifetime spent immersed in entertainment which covers opening for Simply Red, touring in the middle east and headlining the South Africa and Copenhagen pride to mention a few milestones .
Therése knows exactly what listeners want to hear – & with her talent, experience, commitment, & dedication, she’s delivered time & time again throughout her career.
The vibrant spark & inspired sound of her performance on “Dance Love” is a bold reflection of her genuine love of the craft, every bit as much as it reveals her remarkable professionalism, stunning vocals, and the trueX-factor of an artist destined to live on the top spots of charts & playlists worldwide.
Join Therése as she lights up the globe with a brilliant combination of Latin/Pop/Soul sound this year and celebrates the pure joy of music with each and every one of YOU listening.
“Dance Love” is the anthem for 2020; Therése Neaimé is back with one of her best singles to-date and can’t wait to share it with you!
“THERÉSE NEAIMÉ never fails to deliver as she warms us up with her incredible voice and super melodic middle eastern flavoured pop that makes us dream of the sea and freedom, This is a pure pop winner and one of the best releases so far in 2020” – Londonfm.digital
INTERVIEW SPECIAL – THERÉSE NEAIMÉ
What inspired you to get into music?
Growing up, music and dancing was always present in my home. Can´t count the numerous dance contests I participated in. I was also very early inspired by anyone who believed enough in themselves to go for their dreams and so I decided to follow that path too. I truly believe life is about becoming the best version of ourselves. Following a path of excellence can be difficult, but not doing so should scare me even more. ”Ask and you might receive! Dare and you will gain!”.
How would you describe your music?
I believe my music has a modern pop/edm sound with roots in the Swedish tradition of top songwriting and music making. A music that combines my Swedish and Lebanese heritage, into a Scandipop hybrid. Sometimes also combined with a salty Latin flavor.
What would you say is your recording and song writing style?
It has always been important to me that my music comes from my heart. Therefore, a new song of mine, very often starts with my idea on what the subject should be. Usually a subject taken straight from my own life. Then me and my musicians meet up and start jamming in the studio. From there we build the melody and develop the lyrics together. Sometimes I write most of the lyrics myself. I truly love the whole collaboration idea. To bring out the best in each and everyone in the creating process.
Where would you like to see your music career in 5 years time?
My wish is to keep making a living doing what I love the most which is music. I´ve been lucky to be in the music business for the last 20 years which is a goal by itself. Hopefully in 5 years time my songs have spread even further globally, and another world tour will have seen its day light. The goal is also to keep on inspiring people, be it through my music but also through my motivational speaking and acting.
Flowmotion is an artist, DJ, and producer who developed a melodic style, reminiscent of artists as diverse as Steve Aoki, AVICII, and Diplo, only to mention but a few.
Recently, he came out with a brand new studio release titled LIGHTS. The song stands out for its romantic, nostalgic lyrics, not to mention its atmospheric production aesthetics. The track kicks off with some reverberated guitar tones, and it continues with a build up of sound and textures, leading up to an amazing drop.
The beat has a unique combination between tech-house influences and even some trap, with some 808-sounding snares thrown into the mix for good measure. The melodic synths merge in perfectly well with the deeper bass tones, which really set the bar higher.
The verses are more laid back, often leaving the guitar as the main instrument, before the beat returns to hit in full blast, bringing the song to its dynamic height.
Dj Flowmotion is currently 24 years old. Music was always his passion! In his childhood he started to learn the piano and since then he got interested in music.
Nowadays he is one of the most famous DJ – Artists in Vienna.
He started his first mix on Soundcloud in 2014 which got in the first two months already more than 4.000 listeners. That was amazing for that time!
Since his career started he played already at the biggest Clubs in Austria like Praterdome Vienna, Empire St. Martin, Till Neulengbach and many more.
Vienna Artist, DJ and producer ‘Flowmotion’ drops a classy tech-house meets Trap synth pop gem with haunting new single ‘Lights’
Flowmotion loves to play EDM, Hip Hop and Mainstream music in a fine combination.
Nowadays he plays like all around Austria and in summer he has a couple of international gigs, like in Croatia, USA or Italy.
A highlight of his career is the Vienna School Ball every year. This is the largest prom in Austria with more than 5000 visitors. Another highlight was a gig in the Wiener Stadthalle, with more than 3000 people or the Till Club in Neulengbach, which has more than 1000 guests every weekend.
Flowmotion introduces a brand new release: LIGHTS.
‘Roy Shakked’ releases beautiful, sublime, melodic and majestic new E.P ‘I’m Telling Everyone’ on 6 July 2020.
Roy Shakked’s music career has taken many turns over the years. After graduating from college, he worked as a video game composer in NYC.
His next job was a record label A&R manager in Los Angeles.
He followed that up by starting his own label, releasing eclectic underground grooves produced by himself and fellow friends, and finally releasing his songs featuring his vocals & lyrics, often playing all instruments.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-IS63LtdhQ
His original albums have been released under different pen names including Holmes (over 3 million music streams to date), The Bright Wild, Orb Roybison and The Tao of Groove – all released under his Groove Gravy Records label.
Through the years, Roy’s music has been featured on dozens of television shows, including Teen Titans Go!, Sex and The City, Nip/Tick, Beyblade, CSI Miami, and Greenhouse Academy.
He has also written and produced music for multiple advertisements & trailers in the US, Japan and Europe and has composed scores and contributed songs to a host of films.
E.P Synopsis
Oblivion – Vintage keys, lush strings, smokey vibes. A slow & soulful track about life changes, ambivalence and love.
I’m Telling Everyone – Dark & funky, piano-driven electro-pop song about submission, admission and life lessons.
Natalia – A Beatles-esque piano waltz dedicated to Roy Shakked’s girlfriend
Five Days a Week – Tracked live, this anti-workweek anthem, originally recorded on the first Holmes album in ’08, has now been re-imagined.
In Winter – An acoustic singer-songwriter ballad written in anticipation fo Roy daughter’s birth which happened this past winter.
The new E.P ‘I’m Telling Everyone’ by ‘Roy Shakked’ is out on all good digital retailers on 6 July 2020.
After going viral multiple times, trending new artist ‘Vlad HQ’ is back with dope new single ‘Tonight (feat. Rahli)’.
Based in St. Louis, ‘Vlad HQ’ drops an infectious, dark, entrancing new style and fusion of Trap, Grime, Rap and Hip-Hop vibes.
Building with an eastern world flavoured mysterious guitar atmosphere, over dope phat thick claps and isolated pumped up mellow dark Trap beats.
Vlad HQ collaborates with Rahli on this raw, real and street track to deliver a dark vibed and mysterious sound, that keeps you addicted and infected over solid big wall of sound beats.
This is not just another Trap track, but an open ticket and invitation into experiencing a taste of the mysterious and wild Rap and Grime lifestyle of the sometimes controversial and globally trending new dark kid of Trap ‘Vlad HQ’.
‘Vlad HQ’ is followed globally by fanatics and follows in the footsteps of artists like ‘Keak Da Sneak’ and ‘Dax’ using dark beats and wild, whispery, distinctive spits that always lead to ‘Midas Touch’ catchy hooks, melodies and upfront, explicit, real life rhymes.
Going viral again and with global followers, Vlad HQ is on a world domination mission and is joined by the dope hot Rahli on this Smokey red hot, radical and atmospheric Trap, Grime and Drill fusion.
The hot steamy rap spits it’s way out of the speakers and takes us on a real life journey into the dark, decadent and dangerously hot world of ‘Vlad HQ’ who is smoking the finest Sh*t.
Lock up your daughters or send them over this is a radical, dope, chilled and tantalising dark vibed Trap track that’s not for your parents. It’s BAD.You know it.
What are the obsessed fans saying about Vlad HQ ?
Fans on Soundcloud are going ‘Vlad HQ’ crazy dropping comments like “This is so sick mad love”, “This is some crazy sh*t”, “Vocal energy is fire, reminds me of Dax, big ups bro”, “I love the dark vibe this song has man” and thousands more after
Follow the blazing trail of ‘Vlad HQ’ with dope new single ‘Tonight (feat. Rahli)’ OUT NOW.
Hailing from Plainfield , New Jersey, Grimey Hussein is starting to make an impact in The New Jersey rap scene.
Grimey Hussein has released several singles that can be found on All platforms.
Grimey Hussein has a list of videos that you can also view on YouTube.
Grimey Hussein’s music is a mix of 90’s hip hop, Chicago and London drill, Atlanta’s trap music, and east coast boom bap rap.
Grimey Hussein is a very versatile artist. Growing up in the streets of Plainfield, Grimey Hussein has faced a lot of obstacles and you will hear it in his music.
His unique style and voice will soon be a force to be reckoned with.
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You can follow Grimey Hussein on Instagram @kokanekodakz
The latest single from the incredible ‘Terri Danelle’ is entitled ‘Sacrifice and is a modern Blues/Soul single.
‘Sacrifice’ from ‘Terri Danelle’ is available on all platforms and is a heartfelt song delving into deception and a betrayal of love which is something everyone can relate to at some stage of their life.. It talks about someone choosing the materialistic 3D love over a past life deep soul connection.
The emerging artist shows off her irresistibly soulful voice on her powerful new track Born in New Zealand and currently based in West Australia, Terri Danelle has been cultivating a deeply personal style of song writing for years.
Emerging into the public consciousness with her new single, she shows herself to be an artist capable of speaking directly to audience’s hearts with her powerful voice. The retro guitar riffs that open ‘Sacrifice’ set the stage perfectly for what’s about to come.
Terri muses on romance and loss as the track gradually builds to a cathartic crescendo with a memorable hook.
Terri’s blues influences are on full display here, as she packs every line she sings full of emotion.
Fans of retro soul and modern pop will surely find something to love on ‘Sacrifice.’ ‘Sacrifice’ is available on all streaming platforms now.
Travis Ford is a dope Hot New artist from east side of Southern California, Born and raised on 98th and Main Street in Los Angeles by Mother (Ardalia Watson ) and Grandmother (Inez Henderson ).
Travis grew up a big fan of Michael Jackson ,lil Wayne at a young age performed at Churches ,Talent shows , School events ,Family knew he was going to be a entertainer maybe even a superstar.
After jail time , grandmother passing , Travis starting linking and taking music more serious, Came together with Royalty records Ceo signed a deal start making major singles w host like Compton av ,Pacman da gunman ,Slim 400,Jadakiss, Tanyc and many more .
On the street Now the hottest summer banger of 20/20 most are saying. “Tatt city ft Slim 400” “ Hood wit Palm treez in it hosted by jadakiss is name is ringing bells through California,Texas,Atlanta, Miami , and more.
Travis is a very talented artist fans love his music and can’t can’t to hear further projects. Royalty records artist Travis Ford is a very interesting artist,Unique sound to we’re fans are comparing talent to LIL Wayne ,NBA young boy ,roddy rich , check his YouTube and Instagram for more up dates and info.
Download and stream the new EP “Hood wit the Palm trees in it “where I come from ep” now all platforms.
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Think Fab meets Jadakiss meets J. Cole as 90’s era boom bap lines collide with modern day sonic vibrations. Seamlessly bridging the generational gap, this is what evolved rap sounds like.
Abel is an Ethiopian-born and DMV-bred recording artist. An MC’s MC and a throwback to the era of bars and lyricism, Abel’s 90’s influence is apparent immediately, yet is refreshingly complemented by a contemporary flow and delivery.
Substantive, conscious, thought provoking rap served over soulful instrumentals. No cursing or negative imagery. Just timeless, uplifting rap music that feeds the soul. Packed full of punchlines, word play, flow patterns, cadence, delivery styles and alliteration, Abel’s versatility and range are limitless.
Employing the recording style of Jay-Z and Biggie, Abel prides himself on never writing down rhymes. All of his music is created and recorded in a stream of consciousness in the moment.
Abel has been releasing music at a furious pace in 2020 having dropped 3 EPs and several standout singles.
From R&B laced bangers like “Jaded”, “No Brainer” and “Seasons” to a punchline onslaught on “Salute”to the summertime rhythm of “Vibes” or the faith-based “We On 1“, real hip hop heads are sure to get goosebumps from the first bars. Head will undoubtedly nod from start to finish.
His latest release “#BLM” is a prolific deep dive of social commentary on the current state of civil rights and police brutality in America. Brutally honest lyrics served over gritty and soulful instrumentation, #BLM delivers a passionate and well reasoned message of frustration that necessitates immediate and drastic change to current status quo.
In an era seemingly dominated with simplistic and unimpressive lyrics submerged in a relentless flood of quasi-melodic autotune, it’s truly refreshing to hear a real lyricist delivering a meaningful and positive message to the world.
Savannah Nider was born and raised in Pawnee City, Nebraska, a small town in the southeast corner of the state with about 900 people. She grew up passionate about family, sports, speech, and of course… music.
At a young age, her big voice turned the heads of some prominent industry figures. At 15, Savannah was given the opportunity to work along side Geno LeSage, Steve Cox, and Kenny Royster who were involved in the careers of Grammy award-winning artists including Collin Raye and many others.
Savannah lost her biggest fan, Grandma Linda, to pancreatic cancer shortly after launching her career. She made a promise to herself and her grandmother that music would not just be a dream, but a priority.
She completed her college education in 2014, married the man of her dreams, and moved to Nashville in early 2019.
DISCOVER COUNTRY ROCK ANTHEMS OF 2020: ‘Savannah’ releases a heartfelt caring country rock anthem with the majestic and rocking sound of ‘We are us’.
Soon after her move, Savannah began to make musical connections that would launch her career. Joie Scott, a well-known songwriter in Nashville, influenced Savannah’s song writing ability and co-wrote her first song “Until Always,” which she performed at her own wedding.
She was also introduced to Bryan Cole, a talented producer out of Pittsburgh, PA who took a special interest in Savannah’s unique story, sound, and powerful voice.
She recorded her latest EP, produced by Bryan Cole and Grammy Award winner Steve Marcantonio, in November of 2019 with her family and friends watching the magic outside the studio glass.
This small-town girl with the big voice is making waves on the international scene, reaching #1 on the iTunes country singles chart in South Africa with “We Are Us.” She feels nothing but humility, love, and support from her family, both here and gone, and will use music to make them proud.
The Las Vegas-based electronic dance music project ‘DSB n Ike Okani’ is composed of DJ Donut Shop Boi (DSB) and DJ, record producer and songwriter Ike Okani.
‘DSB n Ike Okani’ release their distinctly trad folk-flavoured dance anthem Limerick Sky.
https://youtu.be/Cj7rOCnNPaU
Released by Gilok Music (UK) and hypnotic from the first pulsating bars of the intro, Limerick Sky is a testament to passionate encounters, hook ups, and being lost and in love in the “ruins of the city”.
Limerick Sky from ‘DSB n Ike Okani’ is out now on all good digital music retailers.
Aurora Olivas recently joined forces with‘JACSIN’, a music production and song writing duo who collaborated with the artist on a brand new single release: When You Were Mine.
The song marks Aurora’s much-anticipated debut release. Aided by the LA-based production team, Aurora managed to bring her vision to life and unfold the full potential of her creativity with a track that truly stands out.
DISCOVER ESSENTIAL POP OF 2020: Stylish new pop star ‘Aurora Olivas’ lets loose melodic emotion and sentimental pop sophistication on new single ‘When You Were Mine’ with ‘Jacsin’ – DISCOVER POP UK
One of the most difficult tasks for any artists is definitely to come up with a sound that feels refreshing and unique, yet timeless and innovative. It is safe to say that Aurora and Jacsin managed to accomplish that and more with this masterfully conceived release.
If you are a fan of artists as diverse as Billie Eilish, as well as Sia, The Chainsmokers, Halsey and Miley Cyrus, this one is going to be right up your alley.
This is a modern production, and Aurora is a charismatic singer with a lot of passion and a great voice to offer!
Find out more about Jacsin and Aurora Olivas, and do not miss out “When You Were Mine,” which is going to be available on June 19th.
The mysterious, extraordinary artist and producer ‘Wes Long’ releases his latest musical odyssey entitled ‘Paper Lantern’.
East meets West in this subtle yet gripping blend of Chinese string, wind, and percussion instruments set against a tight backdrop of Ambient Pop, Lounge and Jazz fusion.
How would you describe the album ?
“This album is a culmination of a ten-year musical journey to explore the limits of emerging technologies which came along as I was making music”.
‘Lucid Ending’ are a 4-piece alternative rock band from Edmonton, Canada.
Founded in 2017, the group finds its influence from grunge, post-grunge and hard rock of the 90s.
Lucid Ending were formed when professional poker player (Trevor Ahmet onguitar, vocals) started collaborating with well known Hip-Hop producer (Steve Mahoney on guitar, producer).
The duo who are influenced by seminal 90’s bands like Weezer, Bush and Cage The Elephant were joined by on the rhythm section by Logan Cunningham (drums), Josh de Boer (bass).
The latest release from ‘Lucid Ending’ is entitled ‘Product’.
‘Product’ rocks in a modern, relevant and fresh way and is fused with classic grunge and alternative rock influences.
DISCOVER 2020 LOCKDOWN ROCK REVOLUTION: ‘Lucid Ending’ launch a grunge resurgence in 2020 as they explode onto the scene with the angry real voice and rocking ‘Green Day’ stomp of ‘Product’ – DISCOVER ROCK UK
Sonic guitars and solo’s, stomping drums and a fast paced chugging rhythm section is delivered with an anthemic, powerful vocal of pure rock protest.
With a 2020 Grunge sound and energetic anthemic rock energy, Lucid Ending are creating a big resurgence in alternative rock and grunge.
IN∆ of KingQueen’s journey as a performer started in Helsingborg, Sweden where she owned and ran a dance school at the age of 16.
During that time she attended the theatre high school, managed to write, direct and produce a musical. She also performed her original music in competitions and festivals around Europe.
She moved to London in 2007 and earned a degree in vocals and production at the London Centre of Contemporary Music college. Later on she moved to Los Angeles and earned another degree in vocals and performance at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood.
Los Angeles became her home. One of her first shows was at a packed House Of Blues at the Sunset strip. A month after that she signed a record deal and began recording with B.A.M and UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP.
Ina of KingQueen who is the lead singer of rock band KingQueen releases the incredible pop edm soccer anthem for the Swedish professional soccer team Helsingborg IF. All streams and proceeds will be donated to the club.
DISCOVER HOT EURO SOCCER ANTHEMS : ‘Helsingborg IF’ are on top form and winning big with the release of the epic dance edm pop soccer anthem from ‘Ina of KingQueen’
Her success continued by having the music video for her song “U MAKE ME (LOL)” airing on MTV, VH1 and LOGO TV. She got nominated for best pop artist at LA MUSIC Awards and best pop song at HMMA Awards. Her first album release show was at Palladium in Hollywood in front of 4.000 people but that was nothing compared to the biggest performance of her life, the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 2010.
It was after meeting and working with Kim Fowley (Joan Jett, GNR) and Noizee (Marky Ramone) at the end of 2011 that inspired Sabrina to become an independent artist. She left her record deal and manager to DIY and shortly ended up back in the studio experimenting with melodic European and edgy American sounds.
She got a band together and named it KingQueen. Rehearsals turned into songs and songs turned into an album. They recorded the album on to a tape machine in a little studio in Norco, CA and the music was mixed and mastered in Italy by Frank Nemola (Vasco Rossi).
In 2013 KingQueen won LA’s Hard Rock Rising battle of the bands, (ended up in the finals, top 10 of the world wide battle out of 22,000 bands) and performed at Universal City Walk. Besides touring the U.S and opening for Steel Panther, KingQueen continuously played and packed many legendary venues around Los Angeles, CA such as House Of Blues, Whiskey a Go Go, Viper Room and The Roxy. They also got two nominations for best pop and rock song with “Rockstar” and “Chemically Imbalanced” at HMMA Awards.
In 2014 IN∆ of KQ earned endorsement deals with her favourite companies Mogami Cable and Audio Technica and became an artist at Roland US. She also became a voting member of the Grammy Academy and started collaborating with Italian DJ/Producer Dechard.
Their first single “F*cking In Love” was released February 2015 and had 22,103 hits after less than a week on SoundCloud. She became a VEVO artist and released a music video for “F*cking In Love” early May which also got a nomination for best pop at HMMA Awards and was up for consideration for a Grammy Nomination for best pop duo. IN∆ and Dechard’s second single “Fade Away” won an Akademia Award in September 2015 for best dance/pop, won video of the year at IndieNation Music Awards 2016 and was aired on OITN TV. The song was also featured in the ad for Martian Watches music control.
IN∆’s solo album “I Will. I Can. I Am.” was released under the name Sabrina Petrini June 4th 2016. She had a strong collaboration with producer Gabe Lopez (James Brown, Belinda Carlisle, Universal), K.Chozen (Big Sean, Katy Perry), Ruifu Wang (Monkey Buisness Productions), James Krausse (Beyonce, Nick Jonas) and Dechard.
The album has a pop/electronic/urban sound and lyrics that deliver a message. Music from that album has been playing on NBC KCAA, Independent FM and her music video for “I Will. I Can. I Am.” was aired and released on MTV and VEVO.
Mogami Cable recently released a video of IN∆ performing a live in studio version of her song “So Romantic”. She also performed the song live on KVVB TV. Her song “Know Your Worth” is one of the soundtracks in the feature film “Love Is All You Need” starring Briana Evian, Jeremy Sisto and Tyler Blackburn directed by Rocco Shields and has been seen at all major movie festivals around the U.S and Cannes film festival. The movie premiered at the Arclight Cinema in Hollywood and and was released on iTunes November 2016.
IN∆ of KingQueen spent fall and winter of 2016 touring SoCal and was performing events such as O.C Fair, LA Fashion Week and San Diego Pride. In spring of 2017 IN∆ released the single “Gimme Gimme” with Dark Pink Stars and was nominated at the HMMA Awards for best pop song. The song also entered the Hard Rock Rising battle of the bands and IN∆ won the most votes out of any artist in Los Angeles which took her straight to the finals held at Universal Studios, Burbank.
In 2019 IN∆ of KQ released EP ” Get Loud” (v.2) and 2 music videos for “Running In Water” & “One Day” with her band KingQueen. She also signed a deal with Revry TV and is now an official Revry artist. She had a screening for her music video “Overthinking” at Out Web Fest Awards among Imagine Dragons documentary “Believer”.
2018/2019 includes performances like Long Beach Pride main stage alongside Empire star Jussie Smollett, DTLA Proud at Pershing Square, The Viper Room, LA Fashion Week, opening for Royal Distortion (former Barb Wire Dolls) at The Whisky a go go and her EP release party and performance at Avalon, CA. Street Food Cinema (opening for Bohemian Rhapsody) & Out At The Fair tour dates.
IN∆ of KingQueen is currently recording an EP with her band KingQueen and has now released an official soccer anthem for the pro team Helsingborgs IF. Tour announcements coming soon.
SnapDibz is a producer and songwriter/lyricist duo based in the Chicago area who’s latest EP ‘Levels’ is out now.
Snap joined the music scene in 2009 when he began work on his debut album. He hails from Atlanta, GA. With razor sharp wit and depth in his lyric writing.
Snap is taking it to the next level.
DISCOVER HIP-HOP AND POP: Exceptional beatmakers and lyric masters ‘SnapDibz’ should be going for president with this EP ‘Levels’ as it dissects the moron society and world with true class and exceptional Hip-Hop meets pop rock sensibility.
DJ Dibz grew up in Chicago and has been producing a variety of pop, hip-hop, and Indian beats.
He had been DJing in the Shreveport, LA area where he met Snap and they soon joined forces to form SnapDibz.
Together they make a pleasantly unique sound consisting of hip-hop blended with a hefty serving of pop, a touch of dance, and a sprinkle of eclectic global flavour.
They are constantly pushing the level with their pop/hip-hip blends with their unique creative ingenuity.
Together they’ve created a talented group to be watched!
Die Wavy introducing brand new EP release: The Ocean’s Motion
Die Wavy is an artist and songwriter based out of Connecticut.
He has been passionate about music ever since he was only a kid, and it didn’t take long for him to start mastering various instruments, and eventually take up his own song writing.
He later dabbled in music production and beat making, discovering the full creative potential of hip-hop, and combining it with his love for other genres, like pop and rock music alike. Although he is just 17, Die Wavy has already accomplished so much in the industry and he has recently dropped a brand new EP titled “The Ocean’s Motion.”
From The Nation of Connecticut USA: ‘Die Wavy’ releases his epic trap odyssey with genre fusions, efficient spits and rhymes and dope hot beats over alternative influences on ‘The Ocean’s Motion’ out now.
Most musicians have been stuck with the current COVID-19 lockdown situation, but Die Wavy managed to balance his morning Zoom classes with music-making, even if that meant to stay up until super late on most nights just to be able to make music! In a world that’s becoming increasingly tense, making music that makes the audience feel good can be an amazing and inspiring thing to do, and this is exactly what Die Wavy wants to accomplish and has!
The EP has a modern, f rest, and punchy tone, with some amazing melodies and verses that are easy to relate to. The EP features 6 studio tracks, including the catchy opener, “Nonstop Love,” which features some amazing guitar melodies, reminiscent of artists such as The Chainsmokers. The vocals are melodic and direct, in the vein of legends like Juice WRLD or Post Malone, but with a more melodic edge.
The song “Alien,” is a unique track with a deep and edgy sound. It features some big guitar melodies reminiscent of Disintegration-era The Cure, combined with some modern Emo-trap vibes.
“Morning Vibe” has a jazzy intro and a more experimental vibe, which adds a different mood to this EP, while maintaining the focus on trap influences. There is also room for a collaboration, as Samy Got Guap jumps in on “Breaking Bad,” one of the highlights on the EP.
“Outcast” is a more laid-back tune, with some epic electric guitar tones and a spars beat, with a bit of a Lil Uzi Vert vibe! The last song, “The Flow of The Ocean” is more moody and atmospheric, giving the song a cinematic feel.
Guantanamo Bae took inspiration for this single from time spent working as a prison guard in Guantanamo Bay. Experiencing a spectrum of emotions while dealing with the secluded conditions, GB wrote ‘Happy Sadness’. This creative piece, in today’s climate of isolation due to the global pandemic, provides an uplifting dance track that allows the listener to zone out and enjoy the positive energy emitted from this single.
James Jager’s remix of the single adds to the original intention of GB by creating an epic dance track that is expertly produced, allowing the listener to disappear into the euphoric flow of the melody effortlessly. Various instrumental drops throughout the track, like the one found around the three minute mark, add just the right amount of space for anticipation to build, resulting in a gratifying sound that will absolutely please fans of dance music.
A powerful bass-line, coupled with panned instrumentation, an energetic beat and an addictive vocal line amalgamate to form a sound that is both unique to James Jager and true to the original single. Make sure you follow James and GB on their social media to keep up to date with upcoming releases and performances!
About The Artists
James Jager is a DJ and Producer who is currently based in the New York and Philadelphia metropolitan areas.
Finishing his engineering degree at Drexel University, James went on to pursue a career in the music industry.
Performing at venues that include NOTO Philadelphia, Rec & Royal and Warehouse on Watts, James has played alongside acts such as Bassjackers, DJ Hollywood and Morgan Page.
Continually seeking to progress his diverse creativity, James features both original, as well as “hand selected tracks” in his performances, with no genre being considered “off limits”.
Guantanamo Bae’s (GB) prodigious power to compose innovative and superior EDM tracks began as a pastime in college that fused into publishing on streaming platforms. Garnering responses from exuberant supporters, GB turned his attention to live performances, a serious-minded craft that is as important to producing the music alone.
Amid the global explosion of Electronic Dance Music, a genre that thrives almost exclusively in nightclubs and festivals of cosmopolitan cities, GB emerged from the small farm town of DeSoto, Missouri. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he relocated to New York City to attend college and the music passion began.
Experimenting with GarageBand and advancing to Ableton GB., GB was able to share tracks with close friends at house parties and small club gatherings in New York City.
Guantanamo Bae understands everyone’s need for a diversion from these challenging. He accomplishes this by incorporating melodic mixes and uplifting elements that is a celebration on the dance floor.
With sizeable performances shows forthcoming, GB is excited and focused to carry on his rapid rise out of a small farm town to the around the globe.
Formed in 1987, Paradise Motel initially consisted of Ray and Tim Mussell, Glenn Ellery, and Bernie Parenteau, all members from the small town of Drayton Valley Alberta, Canada. In their three decades of inception, the band went through a roller coaster ride and yet continued to produce remarkable music for their fans, marking their unique space in the music industry.
One of the band’s latest projects is a full-fledged album called “Black Dove” featuring 11 astounding tracks, showcasing the band’s remarkable vocal, instrumental and lyrical prowess.
Paradise Motel released their music video to the single “If You Ever Leave Me ” from the album ‘Black Dove’.
It’s directed by B. Joel Cran and produced by Chantelle Mussell & B. Joel Cran and released via Mussell Records.
The video has a retro, fun, light-hearted, traditional 90’s theme, honky tonk kind of a Rockabilly feel and look.
DISCOVER COUNTRY ROCK OF 2020: With a warm well produced country sound, ‘Paradise Motel’ ride into lockdown towns with big, real, sentimental, fun and melodic songs on their touching, epic and grand album ‘Black Dove’
“If You Ever Leave Me” hovered around as an idea for a song for about 30 years. Glenn Ellery is the primary writer and I remember us chatting about “If you ever leave me, can I come too?” as early as 1990.
Glenn presented a rough demo and after some adjustments and alterations in the chorus and the bed tracks we produced what you’re about to hear. It’s a fun kind of a tongue-in-cheek look at traditional country music and we really enjoyed the process of taking it from rough demo to the finished song. We hope you like it!!Ray Mussell.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW with Paradise Motel from ABN Newswire.
Formed in 1987, Paradise Motel initially consisted of Ray and Tim Mussell, Glenn Ellery, and Bernie Parenteau, all members from the small town of Drayton Valley Alberta, Canada. In their three decades of inception, the band went through a roller coaster ride and yet continued to produce remarkable music for their fans, marking their unique space in the music industry. One of the band’s latest projects is a full-fledged album called “Black Dove” featuring 11 astounding tracks, showcasing the band’s remarkable vocal, instrumental and lyrical prowess.
In this exclusive interview, the band describes their amazing journey so far, going through the death of two band members and upcoming projects, including the single “If you ever leave me”.
Interviewer: Tell us how Paradise Motel was formed?
Paradise Motel: Paradise Motel was formed in 1987. It consisted of Ray and Tim Mussell, Glenn Ellery, and Bernie Parenteau. All members were from the same small town of Drayton Valley Alberta Canada.
Interviewer: Describe your journey so far.
Paradise Motel: The band started out doing smaller shows and weekend club dates. They became a recording act in 1990 with a release on a compilation CD entitled Western and Country. We started recording their debut self-titled album in 1991. At this point, all members still had full-time jobs. The first single, “Fire In The Hole” was released in 1992 and was followed up with a video on CMT.
We were starting to gain recognition and invited to appear at Fan Fair in Nashville. In 1992, we went full-time touring and toured extensively for two and a half years playing in venues in Canada and the USA, opening for major label acts, doing festivals, and major circuit clubs. Though eventually, we folded in 1994.
Interviewer: How did things change for the band after the death of two band members?
Paradise Motel: Sadly, Bernie Parenteau, the drummer passed away in 2008 and Tim Mussell passed away in 2012. It was after Tim passed away that Glenn and Ray started recording demo tracks.
Interviewer: Tell us more about your latest project “Black Dove”.
Paradise Motel: Glenn and Ray recorded the original demo track for Black Dove in 2013. Through the next 5 years, the project grew in scope to what it has become today. 2 full studio albums, 4 YouTube videos with the debut being “Black Dove” and 3 more videos ready to release. 4 more videos are in the planning stages to complete 8 single releases over the next 2 years.
Interviewer: Tell s about your upcoming single “If you ever leave me” from the album Black Dove?
Paradise Motel: “If you ever Leave Me” from the album Black Dove is releasing on the 2nd of June, 2020 along with a music Video on YouTube.
Interviewer: What is your inspiration to make music?
Paradise Motel: The love of creating something tangible from a simple idea and seeing it come to fruition
Interviewer: What other projects are you currently working on?
Paradise Motel: Ray Mussell of Paradise Motel is currently collaborating with Canadian Country Music star, Aaron Pritchett, on a family-based recording project, aptly named “Family Business “. One family producing and one family performing. This will be a world-class, multi-genre project with 2 generations performing and producing this record. Most, if not all material on this project will be original.
More information about the band can be found on their official website paradisemotel.com.
DISCOVER RAP TRAP GRIME 2020: ‘NatStar’ drops his melodic, incredible and powerful BLACKFIST with it’s shiver inducing soundtrack to ‘400 years of Bondage’ – Discover RAP UK
Making it personal yet still something fans can relate to.
Having worked with the likes of Ski Beatz, Brandy, Camp Lo, Loon, Polish Pop Singer Gosia Andrzejewicz & more, NatStar’s musical resume continues to grow.
Expanding beyond the US, NatStar has gained fans overseas in Singapore after a 6 month tour, Poland, Switzerland as well as Senegal, Africa after headlining the Dakar Hip-Hop Festival.
NatStar has amassed over 3,000,000+ streams on Spotify, matched by the 2,000,000+ views he has accumulated on his Youtube channel and it’s continuing to grow daily.
Christopher Dallman ditches the acoustic guitar for a synth-driven cinematic indie-pop sound on new single with Album to Follow.
After one album and three EPs with a folky vibe, Christopher Dallman ditches the acoustic guitar and singer/songwriter sound on his transcendent new album DIGITAL BLUE.
On these 13 distinct yet unified tracks, Dallman explores a bold and genre-bending electronic soundscape that draws from Pop, Electronic, Alternative, and even Jazz, taking the listener on an evocative, cinematic journey.
Summer 2020 will see the release of 5 singles from DIGITAL BLUE – including TIME OF MY LIFE, which premiered on 88.9 WYMS RADIO MILWAUKEE on June 4th – culminating in the September 23rd release of the album to streaming outlets as well as on Limited Edition 12″ Vinyl and Compact Disc.
A&R FACTORY says this: “The haunting soundscape fuses elements of darkwave synth-pop with contemporary yet cinematic Indie.”
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Dallman moved to New York City at 18, where he honed his chops at local open mics before signing with Treasure Records for his debut album RACE THE LIGHT.
In 2004, Dallman relocated to Los Angeles, where he recorded 3 EPs, including SAD BRITNEY, a record of Britney Spears covers that reached #7 on the iTunes singer-songwriter charts.
DISCOVER SYNTH POP 2020: ‘Christopher Dallman’ releases ‘Time of my Life’ off forthcoming album ‘Digital Blue’ – Discover Media Digital Synth Pop Explosion 2020
His video for GHOSTS reached #1 on MTVmusic.com, and he has licensed his music to MTV’s The Real World, Hallmark, Lifetime, and various independent films.
Dallman has toured the US and overseas, sharing the stage with the likes of Amos Lee, Jonathan Rice, Ben Lee, and Amy Helms.
Gianluca Gallo, singer, composer, music producer was born in Italy.
“Here from early childhood my parents recognized and developed my musical talent” he says.
He entered and attended Musical Conservatory of Palermo, where he graduated as Guitar Maestro.
“Since then I have made my music experience live on stage and in studio, besides working with such singers like Umberto Tozzi, Los Locos, Luca Barbarossa”.
Gianluca Gallo has organized and directed various Italian music Festivals and been honoured to judge international song contests in Italy and worldwide.
Gianluca Gallo speaks about his creation process, “I have my music recording studio based in Latvia where I create complete music and sound design”
Tell us about Susanna your new single ?
“Susanna” was born spontaneously as the most part of my compositions due to the catchy theme in my head.
DISCOVER UK EURO MUSIC VIDEOS OF 2020: ‘Gianluca Gallo’ drops the cool, catchy, fun pop single and animated music video ‘Susanna’
The song has been posted in various Spotify playlists. The song Susanna is definitely the song of the summer 2020, made to have fun, to dance, and to enjoy a beautiful evening.
More history
Born in Agrigento in 1974, Gianluca Gallo began playing the guitar at the age of only 12 and by the age of 13 she passed her exams entering the Music Conservatory of Palermo. At the age of 16, he formed his first Rock group, not neglecting his studies at the Conservatory. In the meantime he began composing and singing Italian Rock style songs and after having sent auditions to various show agencies, he was called to perform the vaudeville of some singers such as Francesco Baccini, Luca Barbarossa, Andrea Mingardi, Los Locos.
In 1998 he recorded a song titled (Quanto Tempo) and it is thanks to this song that has been successful in Sicily and southern Italy, this song is passed on the radio and Gianluca is called as a guest in various events of Piazza and also host of television programs .
In 1999 he began his Tournée with 7 dates in the Sicilian squares, with Pop Rock songs written by himself, obtaining great favor from the public and reaching in some squares an audience of 5,000 people.
In 2001 he finally released his first single CD titled (Un tuffo al Mare) a joking single that goes a bit ‘out of the rules, the electro-pop-Latin style, and this time begins another tour with 10 dates.
In 2007 comes the single (È Tardi … Arrivederci) that brings Gianluca a decent success in Italy, first through a television commercial that uses the song and then through over 400 national radio stations that pass the song.
In the spring of 2018, Mackenzie Nicole unveiled her debut album, The Edge.
It’s songs tallied over 1 million Spotify streams, and her videos totalled 8 million-plus views.
On the outside, Mackenzie seemed to be a happy and fearless 18-year-old whose hard work and talent was starting to pay off. On the inside, she was literally fighting for her life.
She explains, “The first time I remember contemplating suicide, I was six years old, so I’ve been no stranger to mental illness. However, I learned how to cohabitate with my demons, viewing my suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, and OCD as a sort of haunted house in which I was forced to reside.”
She continues, “When I thought I could suffer no more surprises at the hands of my mental state, I was blindsided by an acute mental breakdown that overtook my entire life. When my psychiatrist diagnosed me with bipolar I disorder, I felt a sense of relief.”
As Mackenzie dove into her ongoing journey of recovery, she also had a responsibility to start writing and recording a new album.
With a sense of obligation to her own mental health and a need to reach anybody else that might be struggling, Mystic was born.
“I knew immediately the story must be told. I promptly began recording an autobiographical chronicle of my odyssey through the stages of mental health.”
Tapping into a reflective and ethereal vibe throughout the songs and visual story, she shares her innermost insecurities, struggles, and triumphs, hoping to connect with others through shared experiences. Mystic is more than a concept album. It is a personal yet relatable journal both musically and visually.
“This is an important topic,” says Mackenzie. “I wanted to handle it in an artistic and personal way. If you have been in the dark place, you know it is a little monster always ready to destroy you. I hope people walk away with a greater understanding of themselves and others.
DISCOVER SHORT FILMS AND MUSIC VIDEO TRENDS of 2020: ‘Mackenzie Nicole’ drops a forward thinking epic musical film with her modern masterpiece ‘Mystic’ out now on Strange Films – Discover Music PR.
Mystic is out now on Strange Main (the pop music division of Strange Music.)
Pop Dance masters N2BLÜ return in true style with an incredible, epic and different pop single.
The new single ‘Better Now’ comes packed with an electro ‘Cloudbusting’ beat vibe and ‘The Might be Giants’ pop flair and could be their biggest hit yet.
Shimmering synths, pounding drums, warm sensitive vocals and lyrics, 80’s pop sensibility and a big song treatment.
If this doesn’t stick in your head nothing will.
When asked about the meaning behind the single Jonathan from N2BLÜ said:
“Better Now is a very personal song about a past relationship and a past version of myself (Jonathan). I used to feel unworthy of love and that lead me to relationships and people that weren’t the healthiest. The journey to self acceptance is not an easy one and it never really ends. It’s something we have to work on every day and all we can really hope for is to be better now than we were then”.
LYRICS SPOTLIGHT – BETTER NOW
Better Now by N2BLÜ
Just like a hole in the heart of the ocean
You make me wish that I could drown
Keep pouring myself into your void of emotions
As your anchor pulls me down
And I’m losing myself just to feed your ego
But it’s never enough to make this love grow
Even though we don’t fit, you don’t stop me trying Leaving me the only one crying
But I know better now I know better I I know better now I know better I I know better now Better now
Better now Better now Better now Better now
Wearing the mask of someone who knows love
Your flashing colors draw me in
Painting my fantasy as you fit me like a glove
Where you end and I begin?
You keep drawing me in with flames of passion
When all that I want is your love reaction
Even though it’s not right, I still do it for you
Hoping someday you’ll be the one that’s true
But I know better now I know better I I know better now I know better I I know better now Better now
Better now Better now Better now Better now
You were the one I thought I wanted You were the one I thought I needed You were what I thought I deserved I deserve
You were the one I thought I wanted You were the one I thought I needed You were what I thought I deserved I deserve…
Better now I know better I I know better now I know better I
I know better now Better now Better now
Better now Better now Better now I deserve better now I deserve better now
Better now Better now Better now I know better I
I know better now I know better Better now
Better now Better now
HISTORY OF N2BLÜ
The previous hit single from N2BLÜ was entitled ‘Again’.
Born in New Orleans, Jonathan Arceneaux started singing not long after he learned to talk and hasn’t stopped singing since!
At a very young age Jonathan began his career as a singer in a church choir and started taking voice lessons in both classical and musical theatre styles. During his High School years in Baton Rouge, LA, Jonathan continued singing in the choir and participated in several musical theatre productions. He also started to tap into his writing talents as a freshman in High School, drawing inspiration from some of his favourite bands and artists like Better Than Ezra, Duncan Sheik and Savage Garden.
Over the years following, Jonathan began to realize that his true passion was singing and writing Pop music, so he changed his focus from classical and music theatre to be a full time Pop singer/songwriter. He is a passionate, true artist with emotional expression through his writing, production, and performance. Jonathan also enjoys collaborating with other artists to meld unique tastes in sound and texture.
In 2008 he worked with hit producers I-ROC (Universal Music/HappyMadison Productions/BZEE ROC) and RADIO (Chris Brown’s “Dreamer”/Blake Lewis’ “End of the World”).
As a result of the collaboration with RADIO in 2009, Jonathan released “From TheAshes”, under the name Jay Arseno, his sophomore follow up to his debut album in 2008, “Face In You Crowd”, under the name Jonathan Adam.
After the loss of his father to kidney cancer in August of 2009, Jonathan took some time off from music and in 2013 he decided to move from his home in Houston, TX to Los Angeles, CA for an immersive experience in the heart of the music industry.
While he learned a lot about the industry and himself, Los Angeles was not a good fit for him. So, in 2015 Jonathan decided to get back to his roots and move back home to the Big Easy, New Orleans. Not long after moving to New Orleans, Jonathan met Konstantin Smorodnikov, a personal trainer originally from Russia who had a love and talent for music as well.
Jonathan and Konstantin had an instant connection as friends and decided to start working on music together. While Jonathan came from more of a pop music writing background and classical vocal training, Konstantin’s background was in the club and dance music scene. The next couple of years lead to the duo developing a seamless blending of Jonathan’s lyrics and vocals and Konstantin’s beats and instrumentation to create a sound all their own. In July 2018 they were approached by Loren Israel to participate in his song writing mentorship program.
Little did Jonathan and Konstantin know that this would be an integral turning point in their musical journey.
After a year of instruction, guidance, and tough love from Loren and by honing their skills in song writing and lyricism, they have emerged as the duo, N2BLÜ.
Born and raised in Kostroma, Russia, Konstantin Smorodnikov fell in love with music at early age. It was the structure of rhythm and arrangement that most interested him.
Around 15 is when he was introduced to computer music production.
At 18 moved to America where spent most of his 20’s going out to local dance clubs and learning all he could about technical side of production and sound engineering. He drew inspiration from DJ’s like PeterRauhofer and Abel Aguilera.
In 2016 he met Jonathan Arceneaux. They realized that they both shared a passion for similar sounds and ideas in music and decided to give a musical partnership a shot.
The Fire Ants may not have gained worldwide popularity yet, but they need no introduction to the fans of the Seattle sound that defined a generation.
The year was 1992 when Seattle’s grunge scene was making waves across the city, and the band released their six-song EP “Stripped” on Dekema Records.
The EP was recorded by legendary Sub Pop and grunge producer Jack Endino, who also recorded and produced albums for Nirvana, Mudhoney, and Soundgarden.
He is credited with helping to create Seattle’s grunge movement and sound. The album was remastered by Endino in 2015 and re-released by Dekema Records as a Deluxe Edition with nine additional demo tracks the band recorded back in 1992, prior to the Endino sessions, with Marty Jourard, a member of 80’s New Wave band The Motels.
Members of The Fire Ants band include Chad Channing, Nirvana’s original drummer, Brian and Kevin Wood (brothers of Andrew Wood, formerly of Mother Love Bone) and Dan McDonald (former bassist for Native Messiah and Strait Face).
Chad was the drummer on Nirvana’s first album “Bleach”, and he originally played on demos for what would become the “Nevermind” album.
Brian and Kevin’s brother Andrew Wood was the lead singer of Mother Love Bone until his passing in 1990. The members of Mother Love Bone went on to team up with Eddie Vedder and became Pearl Jam.
Prior to The Fire Ants, Kevin and Andrew Wood were in the influential Seattle band Malfunkshun.
The band’s record Stripped received a great response from grunge fans when it was initially released back in 1992.
The opening track of the album, “Bodies by the Side of the Road” reminds one of bands like Guns N’ Roses and Stone Temple Pilots while “Mine, His, Alive” is the most hard-hitting track on the album with its monolithic guitar riffs and gnarly vocal tones.
The song “100 Wives” has Led Zeppelin influences, and the intro to “Waiting on Your Love” has a hard-hitting rock and roll vibe.
The demo track “She Drove Me Crazy” offers a cool insight into the band’s rehearsal process.
All in all, the album has a certain nostalgia as it acts as a memory of an era when grunge music evolved over a decade from having a softer side to taking a dark twist in the second half of the ’90s.
Listen to the album Stripped (Deluxe Edition) on Spotify.com.
The debut single ‘I Love Me’ from ‘Charli’ is out now globally.
‘Charli’ reveals the story behind the music and her incredible melodic and soulful 80’s esque debut pop single ‘I Love Me’.
CHARLI – ARTIST INTERVIEW
Where did your name ‘Charli’ come from ?
When I was in France, everybody called me Charly Gee.
Were you always making music ?
I was this singer-songwriter, super creative and powerful who was hiding herself by collaborating with different people (96 records, The Ware, Jule Aston as Anoï Feard).
Are you still based in France ?
After fighting with myself to understand who I am, I realized that my dreams were somewhere else : in Los Angeles.
How has this influenced you and your music ?
It’s a new beginning, a new adventure, a new chapter, I changed my name and I wrote about 30 songs.
My first track is “I LOVE ME“.
How has music influenced you as a human being ?
Music helped me to be the woman I am now.
Doing music and writing what I feel, and also writing what I want to be, helped me to overcome all the difficulties.
OFFICIAL AUDIO
WEEKLY MUSIC EXPRESS NEW MUSIC INTERVIEWS: The beautiful soulful presence of ‘Charli’ arrives with a smooth, sensual and 80’s sheened ballad on the timeless personal ‘I Love Me’ – Weekly Music Express UK
What is your mission behind making and sharing your music ?
I want to help others to feel powerful and happy as I am now. Never forget that you deserve to be happy !
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