JUNK stands for a blend of jazz and funk and is the new band formed by Saxophone Junkie, Dirty D, and Dubl A, a bass-minded music theory master and composer. The EP Chromatose is a ride down the chromatic scale into an experimental dose of musical narcotics.
Read MoreInterview: Divine Hand Ensemble - Aria 51
Led by thereminist Mano Divina Giannone, the Divine Hand Ensemble defies categorization. Mano Divina bends electricity with his hands to release angelic voices from his fingertips while being backed by an exquisite string quartet, two harps, vibraphone, and accordion.
Read MoreInterview: Jay Roecker - Pour On Me
Jay Roecker started recording, working in collaboration with other artists under the band name "Members Only" in January 2012. It began as an 80’s cover band but quickly morphed into a band of original music. He earned his chops performing in Deep Ellum in the Dallas music scene as well as at SXSW in Austin.
Read MoreInterview: Carter Fox - Spring Wind (Live at Everloft Studios)
Bassist and producer Carter Fox has been an active musician, songwriter, producer, and artist since he was 15, growing from playing in local bars and clubs around Philadelphia to sharing stages with Jeffrey Osborne, Patti LaBelle, and the Isley Brothers in theaters, arenas, and stadiums all over the world.
Read MoreInterview: ERKAN - Constellations
Ankara-based singer-songwriter Erkan found his way into music as a drummer. Only in during his college years at Berklee College of Music in Boston did he find a love for guitar and voice. Pushing the boundaries of conventional genres, Erkan’s music is a unique blend of progressive rock and pastoral folk that uses lush atmosphere to paint the images of his upbringing on the Aegean Sea.
Read MoreInterview: The Mars McClanes - Be Still
The Mars McClanes are excited to announce the release of their new single, "Be Still." The ballad showcases the band's emotive lyrics and dreamy soundscapes. The song is a haunting and introspective look at the difficulties of finding inner peace in today's fast-paced world — or maybe it's just two hungover people trying to get through the morning after a big night out.
Read MoreInterview: Cry Baby Purple - Mr. Know It All
Cry Baby Purple are musical project from Dublin, Ireland lead by lead singer and songwriter Mikey Deasy. He has extensive experience playing as a session musician for bands and artists in Ireland, but has recently decided to start releasing the songs he’s had locked away in his head. He writes in all different kinds of styles including funk, stadium rock.
Read MoreInterview: Pennan Brae - Arcade
Classic rock for the 21st century is what best describes Pennan Brae’s music. The Vancouver singer-songwriter enters 2023 with "Arcade," his 13th full-length album. Recorded at Blue Light Studio in East Vancouver, the 10-track release is influenced by the rock and roll of the 1970s and 80s.
Read MoreInterview: Nick Noon - A Jejune Affair
The new indie rock EP "A Jejune Affair" by rising artist Nick Noon is sure to turn heads and make waves in the music industry. This four-track EP, which was mastered by Brian Lucey (Arctic Monkeys, The Black Keys, Liam Gallagher), is filled with high-energy tracks that harken back to the nostalgic rock era while maintaining a modern indie vibe.
Read MoreInterview: Kelia - butterflies
Kelia (kay-lee-uh) is a singer, songwriter and recording artist from the greater Seattle area. Born on May 28, 2000, she began creating music at just 12 years old. In 2017, Kelia joined Tacoma Records (QRS) and released her first studio single in March of 2018. She has a wide sonic range focusing on R&B/Soul and Pop, with a blend of synths and live instruments to create the perfect contemporary sound.
Read MoreInterview: Julien Delaye - Ancient Monster
Julien Delaye is a French singer-songwriter from Marseilles. Former frontman of the metal band Caedes, rock band The Coyotes Dessert then Canis Majoris. The pandemic having passed by, he finds himself alone with his snippets of compositions and a new acoustic guitar which will make him return to his first inspirations.
Read MoreInterview: Mad Painter - Rock and Roll Samurai
Mad Painter is a new band in the Boston area, deeply rooted in the melodic rock tradition of the 1970s. They play mostly original music, ranging from Woodstock-era psychedelic rock to glam-tinged rock'n'roll a-la Mott the Hoople and the Faces and to epic heavy anthems in the vein of Uriah Heep. It consists of four individuals with wildly ranging backgrounds.
Read MoreInterview: CMK Beats - Life Stories
I, a.k.a. CMK Beats, is back with his first dance concept album titled “Life Stories”. For this 3rd album under Bentley Records and the 8th overall album, he wanted to create a single story based on his personal experiences and spread it throughout 11 tracks. The album tells the story of a person who was young and wild but lacks confidence.
Read MoreInterview: INTERCONTINEN7AL - Some Thousand Feet High
INTERCONTINEN7AL is the first band in history to record music across all 7 continents, and is comprised of over 30 musicians from 15 different countries. Their original songs "Manor Hill" and "Puerto Aisen" are the only compositions to ever include instrumentation recorded on 7 continents.
Read MoreInterview: Destiny Imani - Only One
After releasing four singles in 2022, Destiny Imani starts off the new year with another single that is sure to capture the hearts of her listeners. "Only One" conveys a love story told by two souls that have found their mates. With loving lyrics coupled with a serene string selection, "Only One" truly embodies a love song and conveys the true feelings of the heart.
Read MoreInterview: Croptal - Variations
Croptal is the stage name of Israeli musician and producer Tal Yaniv. In his second album “Variations”, Croptal guides the listener through a magical musical journey between musical genres - neo-classical, electronic, British folk and dance music. This is a concept album, the artist’s interpretation of the classical music Variations format.
Read MoreInterview: HOBART - The Heavy Stuff
HOBART has been touring, writing, and recording music professionally since he was 19 years old. During his career he has landed songs on television, in films, and on video games. This unrelenting drive has led him to a career in Hollywood as an actor and writer as well. “The Heavy Stuff” album was entirely written, recorded, and mixed in HOBART’s home studio.
Read MoreInterview: kibbokid - Follow the Leader
Follow the Leader is kibbokid's debut single. It represents the first emergence into the world of an album project some 5–6 years in the making and his own debut as a producer and performer outside the area of the music industry in which he has been established. All vocal and instrumental parts are performed by himself on the single, which was produced in COVID isolation.
Read MoreInterview: Single By Sunday - Reputation
Known for their trademarked coloured hair, Single By Sunday combine their energetic live shows with raucous guitars and a millennial brashness, whilst retaining some of the original mid-eighties Pop Punk attitudes. Core band members, Josh Ladds - lead vocals and Jonny Eakins - lead guitar/backing vocals, are also joined by Joshua Clark - bass and Ben Morland – drums.
Read MoreInterview: Hush Victoria - Hush Victoria
Founded from the ashes of successful Twin Cities punk rock acts including The Devil Blues Band, The No-No's and No Pride, Hush Victoria set out to craft powerful songs based equally in rhythm and melody. Songs from the Hush Victoria EP have been added to several Spotify playlists as well as terrestrial and streaming radio outlets.
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