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Credit: Artwork from Alan Dweck’s ‘Before’
Alan Dweck has released a brand spanking new single ‘Before’. The singer songwriter combines his thought provoking lyrics with a musical sound that exists a..
Rasha Jay Press-Release
At her musical essence, New Jersey singer-songwriter Rasha Jay encapsulates cross-genre soul-rock sentiments, setting her aside from the pack. Rasha Jay is due to release her latest and more emotive single, ‘Backbone’ on May 28th. Written during Feb 2020, just before a year like no other, Rasha describes the inspiration behind the newest single:
“I wrote this song in February 2020, ahead of a tumultuous year that we didn’t expect here in the US or in the world. I wrote it after hearing about my last uncle passing away on January 1st. I came home and went right to my keyboard and just started talking, then singing, then crying…and what came out of that was not just sadness and grief, but gratitude. My aunt passed away 30 days after him. Again, grief with gratitude. I felt honored to know them, to love them. That’s what Backbone is about–the visuals, the feelings, the notion of recognizing you are what you are because of a connection”.
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Anita Gabrielle has been making folk music since the late 1960s, when her brother Michael introduced her to the powerful sounds of Joni Mitchell.
Her talent blended with her supreme work ethic saw her achieve national coverage in the 1980s with her band The Crew. She has also supported seminal artists such as Divine and Labi Siffre.
Anita has always strived to have a broad musical pallet. She has incorporated acoustic rock and pop into her music through her collaborations with artists like ZeNaNa and The Favourite Aunties.
However, ever since her brother was tragically diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease last year, Anita has made it her primary mission to enhance research into the disease through her latest EP ‘Just Neat’.
This EP is comprised of 6 wonderful tracks that were materialised during lockdown, with the intention of raising funds for Parkinson’s disease research. The EP’s leading single ‘Best Friends’ is a soothing experience fronted by Anita’s ethereal vocals, tranqui..
Pulling influences from some of the biggest names in classic rock, blues, folk and country, James Fox has poured his heart out into his upcoming album, introducing us to the music that saved his life.
Bringing diversity and range, this record was recorded and produced by Fox himself in his home studio in the heart of Wales during the tough summer we all just faced.
Flexing his multi-talented muscle, James played most of the instruments on the album, leaving the drums up be recorded by good friend Mike Sorrentino in Long Island NYC.
The 12 track album features a great range of not just moods of songs, but of varying genres heavily influenced by the folk and blues side of things. Opening song Nightfall features a heavy blues rock feel, with an anticipating crescendo lead by the drum beat amongst smooth vocals, leaving you captivated on each word.
Giving off a different vibe altogether, I Could Take You Down opens with a heavy guitar riff and strong country vocals. A striking drum p..
Melanie Masson has just released her latest single, ‘Seasons’, a beautiful take on Future Islands’ hit single ‘Seasons (Waiting on you)’, already receiving huge praise from the band’s assist, who deemed it a “Beautiful Version”.
The single comes as a follow up from her acclaimed first single ‘Why Don’t You Love Me?‘. Produced by the renowned producer Tristan Longworth, using only live musicians and instruments, the track showcases Melanie’s beautiful vocal talent and brings us back to a time when music was pure, untampered and beautiful.
Check out the video below!
The beautifully-shot video was created by the critically acclaimed director Simone Lahbib (currently a regular in Eastenders) and sets exactly the type of scene that we wish to return back to post-pandemic! Simone features in the video herself alongside Melanie’s husband and kids. The video was edited and filmed by Rik Argent for Plan Bee Films.
“I loved the melody and lyrics to Seasons and really connected to it. It fel..
Melanie Masson has already made a name for herself with her previous single ‘Why Don’t You Love Me?’ and now she’s back with a new, stunningly aesthetic track ‘Seasons’.
The single is a northern soul rendition of the much loved hit Seasons (Waiting on You) by Future Islands, and has even received praise from the band themselves with William Cashion dubbing it “a beautiful version”.
The cover, produced by Tristan Longworth, featured all live musicians and instruments to create a rich, soulful sound that highlights Melanie’s stunning vocals. The single also comes with a beautifully-filmed music video directed by Simone Lahbib (currently a regular in Eastenders), perfectly capturing the picturesque scenes of Autumn that compliments the track’s whimsical feel.
If you feel like you’ve seem Melanie before, it’s most likely from her X-Factor audition where she captured the hearts of the public with her stunning cover of Janis Joplin’s ‘Cry Baby’, racking up millions of views on YouTube. A..
In anticipation of his new single Rest of our lives, we look at the story behind this song of hope. We also look into the man behind the song, and that man, ladies and gentleman, is none other than James Fox!
Adding on to an illustrious career which includes two Top 20 UK singles to date; being the representative for the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2004; working with national treasures and immense talents such as Sir Tim Rice and Tina Turner, as well as occupying multiple West End and Broadway roles, Fox looks to be a role model and a beacon of support for those who have experienced addiction like he has.
His upcoming single marks his return to music after suffering from a gambling addiction that almost ruined him. The track would prove therapeutic to his recovery and is set to come out on the 29th January 2021.
I have been as honest as I can possibly be with the lyrics on this album and have talked about everything from my issues with gambling, loss of family, friends, th..
Welsh singer-songwriter James Fox’s upcoming single – set for release on January 29th – commemorates his escape from an all-consuming gambling addiction.
His recovery through music allows him to offer hope to others in similar positions, as he continues to thrive at what he loves.
In James Fox’s words on the writing of the track:
“This is a feel-good, guitar-driven love song, that speaks of new beginnings, love, hope and making plans for the future, something I think can resonate with all of us just now.”
‘All The Fours’, the album from which the track comes from, gives influences of rock, country, blues, and folk. To say the least, it encompasses a collection of thought-proving tunes that bubbles with diversity.
Fox plays every instrument himself, except the drums for which he recruited long-time friend Mike Sorrentino. Fox also wrote the songs within lockdown, making use of a time of reflection and worldwide standstill.
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Another lockdown commences. We’re all sat in our houses wondering what we can entertain ourselves with this time around. Will it be making more banana bread? Binge watching another series? Personally, I’m currently doing a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle of kittens.
But Welsh singer-songwriter James Fox is here with a cheery, upbeat, brand new single to give us hope for the future of 2021. The track is aptly named ‘The Rest of Our Lives’, and is due to be released on 29th January.
“This is a feel-g..
What better way than to spread Christmas cheer by releasing a memorable new festive single. New Zealand-based rock star Merv Pinny has done exactly that with his upbeat and joyful new tune “Amazing“.
“Amazing” comes in a time of need for the world to unite and feel reassured during such a dark time. Acknowledging the challenges of 2020 and the work of those who have been dedicated to helping others in need, “Amazing” is a touching festivity’s tune that pays tribute to people who have endured the worst of COVID-19 .
Following in the footsteps of viral YouTube hit “(OB) Can You Hear the Children Cry”, Merv’s new single has seen support from all across the globe so far since its release at the end of November.
A friendly reminder to give thanks this year more than ever, “Amazing” is a blues rock hit that deserves your full attention.
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