This record hit our desk with pleasure and went straight onto our bluetooth speakers it’s lush. ‘Is this love’ has been released by Dubai based major label Universal Music Mena and it’s by Jessie J discovered artist Esther Eden. Lush beats, sexy synths and an angelic voice that is sweet and whispery, we are not surprised this got into the top 10 of the official U.K Music Week Pop chart. This song is not just about romantic love it’s about all things we love in the world each day and is a positive and uplifting release that comes with some killer remixes that also get you going on the dancefloor. We predict huge things for this stylish singer songwriter and artist – 10/10 ESTHER EDEN INFO Esther Eden grew up in the UAE, listening to her mother singing along to jazz music and Ella Fitzgerald. With a voice way beyond her years, at the age of 18 now, her vocal maturity has reached a tremendous peak. Her music journey started off with a life changing experience. In 2014, Jessie J heard Esther performing and filmed the entire performance on her phone. She also invited Esther to sing her original song […]
Flirt with Danger take you on a psychedelic journey with their new release ‘The mini album’
British-based electrosurfbilly band, Flirt With Danger have released their debut album, ‘The Mini-Album’. The music is an imaginative, provocative and eclectic mix of neo-rockabilly, surf, 60s garage and proto-punk, combined with analogue synth sounds. The lyrics draw on both modern concerns and retro-futuristic imagery, very much in line with the burgeoning atompunk artistic scene. It represents a significant departure from the existing UK music scene and has already attracted considerable interest in the USA, particularly in California and Texas. The tracks were written by Les ‘Spaceman’ Rowley, the former keyboard player of South London indie rock band, Brilliant Pink, theatrical heavy metallers, Aunt May, and drum’n’bass trio, Tectonic. Mr Rowley said, “This is just a taste of a large catalogue of material that provides a refreshing alternative to a popular music scene that’s become somewhat staid and formulaic in recent years.” In true punk DIY spirit, Flirt With Danger are not signed to a record company, and the mini-album is both self-financed and self-produced. All songs were recorded in Worcester-based studio, The Space Underground and professionally mastered at Metropolis Studios. The mini-album can be heard at https://flirtwithdanger.bandcamp.com/releases The mini-album will be available through bandcamp, iTunes, Google Play, Spotify and all […]
Bobby Wilson son of the late hit recording artist Jackie Wilson releases hit single ‘I get the Sweetest Feeling’
Bobby Wilson son of the late hit recording artist Jackie Wilson and born in New York was brought up in the foster care system in Carolina named Bobby Brookes. Shortly after leaving the navy he discovered his real identity, that he was the son of legendary Jackie Wilson. Bobby completed two years of study at the Midlands Technical College in Columbia followed by a semester at The University of Carolina in electrical engineering and then went on to serve in the United States Navy. Subsequently Bobby Wilson followed in his father’s footsteps and made a career in music scoring a major success in the production of Serendipity at the Orleans Casino he was also successful headlining on cruise ships. His hit single “I Can’t Love You Anymore” charted in the United States and subsequent single “I Get The Sweetest Feeling” also charted. “I Get The Sweetest Feeling” will be released in the United Kingdom on Plateau Music. Record label – Plateau Music. Website – www.bobbybrookswilson.com
Yellow Creatures release new E.P ‘Spectrum’
‘Spectrum’ is the third EP from Newcastle based Yellow Creatures. It follows their 2014 release ‘The Year of Everything & Nothing’ EP which saw the band being selected to play the BBC 6 Music Festival in 2015 where they were introduced by Tom Robinson. Yellow Creatures influences range from current pop and alternative artists such as Tame Impala, Solange and Radiohead to the 1960s Musique Concrete of Delia Derbyshire. After exploring a more synth-driven direction on their 2015 track ‘Calendar Man’ which was included in The Tipping Point blog and received airplay on BBC Introducing, Spectrum’ is the most developed and experimental record Yellow Creatures have released to date. The seven songs are a collage of found sounds and pop melodies incorporating field recordings, electronic beats, swelling synths and polyrhythmic drums. Lyrically ‘Spectrum’ is dreamy and pensive with frontman Marc Bird exploring themes both personal and universal. ‘Last Census’ is a frenzied pulsating prophecy of what life might be like after the last-ever census on Earth while ‘Pressing Buttons’ is a shimmering, euphoric ode to how modern technology affects our personal relationships. The EP will be available to download from yellowcreatures.bandcamp.com on 27th February and is available now to pre-order […]
The Boxtones–Against The Odds off the album ‘Home’ is out now
The Boxtones are a Scottish/Canadian 5 piece award winning band based in Dubai and signed to Universal Music MENA. The band consists of: Louise Peel (Lead Vocals), Gary Tierney (Lead Guitar, Lead Vocals), Gill Tierney (Drums, Vocals), Will Janssen (Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals) and Patrick Thibault on Bass and vocals. Since setting up their own Dubai-based company in early 2013 as full-time musicians, The Boxtones with their energetic and engaging live performances have captivated hundreds of thousands of fans at all of the big events in the region. Such events include Yasalam Beats on the Beach, Formula One Abu Dhabi Party in the Park, Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens and more. The Boxtones are recipients of the prestigious Ahlan! Hot 100 Title winners of Best UAE Act at the annual Hype Awards and Rolling Stone Magazine’s Street to Stage competition winners. Leading brands Shure and Vic Firth also endorse the band. The Boxtones have so far performed alongside Stereophonics, Kaiser Chiefs, Pharrell Williams, The Who, Blur, Florence & The Machine, Enrique Iglesias, Lily Allen, Jason Derulo, Travis, Razorlight, Richard Ashcroft, The Charlatans, The Ting Tings and many more. The Boxtone’s new album ‘Home’ is out now and features the single Against The […]
Time Cero are a rock/alternative/metal band based in Lima, Peru
Time Cero are a rock/alternative/metal band based in Lima, Peru and fronted by their creator Carlos Li Carrillo who moved to Boston USA when he was 18 years old. During his teenage years in Lima, Peru in the mid 80’s, Carlos was the bass player and co-writer of Thrash Metal band “Curriculum Mortis”. Their first material was recently released on a U.S. vinyl edition and sold out 1000+ copies in the first year of release. During the early 90’s Carlos was in the Progressive Rock band called ‘Avispon Verde’ and recorded 2 records while gigging regularly across the Lima alternative rock scene. In the late 90’s Carlos relocated to Hong Kong where he was influenced by numerous music genres and sounds from different parts of the world delving into digital recording and electronic sounds. In 2001 while Carlos was travelling around the world, he created Novalima an Electronic collective band. The band mixed different grooves and singers from the around the world with Afroperuvian vocals and percussions. Novalima became a big success with its first self-titled album on the Lima music scene and they soon signed their ” Afro” album with Mr. Bongo Records based in the U.K. The song […]
RETRO: Lyrics and Video Feature: Thompson Twins–Love on your side ( 80’s )
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhpwwZzUryg “Love On Your Side” I hear you laughing in some other room And it makes me feel locked out You say my passion often stifles you And you need to move about But I was taught that boys need girls and girls need boys You say that’s not true You’d rather fool around than be alone with me Well, that’s alright for you Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side I’ve bought you sentimental roses But you gave them all away I’ve played you all my favorite records Then we spent the night in talking, talking all the time… You sent me home I was so surprised to find that after all It doesn’t hurt to be alone Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side Cause you got love, love Love on your side Well all the things you say make perfect sense to me Somehow I’m still unsure Then […]
Lyrics and Video Feature – Tom Chaplin–Quicksand
You’ll be knocked out, come around Shot down, shatter on the stony ground Yeah take it from me, it’s how it’ll be Your dreams will come true, fall through Screw you, batter you to black and blue Yeah take it from me, it’s how it’ll be Love’s gonna leave you broken Time’s gonna work you over You get up, you get up You keep rolling on Life’s gonna bring you glory But there’s another side to the story You get up and suck it up You keep rolling on But if you crashland in the quicksand I will pick you up, I’ll pull you out And if the world shakes Your brittle heart breaks We will patch it up, we’ll work it out La-la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la-la We will patch it up, we’ll work it out You’ll be on track, on the rack Bounce back, wheeling down a bumpy road Yeah take it from me, it’s how it’ll be Through the good times, the sad times Oh, off you go But take it from me, whatever you need Love’s gonna leave you broken Time’s gonna work you over You get up, you get up You keep rolling on Life’s gonna bring you […]
This year’s Brits Critics’ Choice 2017 winner is the one and only Rag’n’Bone Man
Rag’n’Bone Man is joining pop music royalty as the winner of 2017’s Brits Critics’ Choice Award. The up-and-coming singer-songwriter was announced as the winner of this prestigious Brit Award over fellow newcomers Anne-Marie and Dua Lipa on Thursday (December 8). Nobody was more surprised by the big win than Rag’n’Bone Man, who will drop his first full-length studio album Human next February. “I thought they had made a mistake,” the singer – real name Rory Graham – admitted. “I was up against two pop giants. It’s bloody brilliant! I’m crazy happy. Proper massive grin.” His breakthrough song ‘Human’ made waves over the summer by reaching number 11 on the UK singles chart. He also performed at Glastonbury festival earlier in 2016 as well. Read the Full article and watch the video at Digital Spy
New material from 80’s band Animotion
Earworms. You hear that catchy song once and it’s stuck in your head for the rest of the day. That’s what it was like in 1984 every time Animotion’s Obsession came on the radio. A number 6 hit in the U.S., it was the first of six singles that made the American charts between 1984 and 1989. It was at the end of the 80’s that the band broke apart. Charles Ottavio and Astrid Plane were fired during the recording of their third album and Bill Wadhams left when the record label refused to let him continue to write songs for the band. Over the years, there have been a few reunions for events and TV programs but it wasn’t until now that there has been a true reforming of the band. Wadhams and Plane along with two other original members, Don Kirkpatrick and Greg Smith, have recorded a brand new album, the first for the group since 1989’s Animotion (Room to Move) and the first that included all of these members since 1986’s Strange Behavior. Read more and see the tracklist at Noise11.com
Ian Wills talks about getting Princess Diana’s letters and his Top 30 Amazon top selling charity single for cancer “ Mercy”
Notorious performance poet and lead singer of Wills and The Willing, Ian Wills has released a touching charity single ‘Mercy’, under the pseudonym of London Country, with all proceeds being donated to Charity. The song has reached No 29 on the Amazon pop chart, No 56 of the top 100 songs on Amazon and is tipped to enter the official U.K charts. Wills has been surrounded by controversy throughout his life, being the man who attempted to buy Princess Diana’s letters to her lover James Hewitt, whilst also illegally selling copies of Peter Wright’s ‘Spycatcher’ in 1987. The song is a powerful ballad that speaks candidly about past sins, reflecting Wills’ own personal journey of man determined to turn his life around. Mercy is the first single off London Country’s new album ‘Three Chords & The Truth’, which is set for release next year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MY5YSlXwvqg What inspired you to become a singer/songwriter ? In 1990 I did national sleep out with Billy Bragg, I had always been a fan of his, we spent the night camped out just down from Victoria station, Billy had admired my work as a poet and said I should pick up a guitar. We spent […]
The Top 5 80’s Pop Music Magazines
In the 80’s music magazines were the bibles of our youth. Telling us all about colourful, exciting new artists and their incredible inventive music, flashy music videos, how to style their hair and what they had for breakfast. Not to mention the shiny photos in exotic locations and of course, the lyrics were the best part. It’s not quite the same now is it ?. So to cheer you up, we have put together a list of the top 5 80’s music magazines. 1. Smash Hits 2. Record Mirror 3. No 1 4. NME 5. Melody Maker
Lady Gaga has been secretly suffering from post-traumatic stress
Lady Gaga has been secretly suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ever since she was raped at the age of 19. The Perfect Illusion hitmaker has been candid about her sex assault since going public with the news in 2014, revealing she was attacked by a producer at the start of her music career. She has previously detailed the shame and emotional pain she struggled with after her rape ordeal, but it was only after visiting a homeless shelter for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) youths in Harlem, New York that she shared her PTSD diagnosis in public for the first time. Her recent trip to the Ali Forney Center was filmed for U.S. breakfast show Today, and in the footage, which aired on Monday (05Dec16), Gaga surprised the youngsters with gifts of clothing, make-up, and other treats, while she also performed an acoustic set and offered them her support and words of wisdom. “These children are not just homeless or in need; many of them are trauma survivors. They’ve been rejected in some type of way,” explained the singer, who runs her own Born This Way Foundation to help and empower troubled youths. “My own trauma in […]
British girl band Little Mix are currently in talks about starring in a fly-on-the-wall TV documentary.
British girl band Little Mix are currently in talks about starring in a fly-on-the-wall TV documentary. The Black Magic singers have revealed to Britain’s Daily Mirror newspaper that they are in discussions for a reality program which will give viewers an “intimate look” into their lives. The girls – Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall – are looking to make a deal with U.K. broadcasters and are planning to have cameras constantly follow them around for a year while they are on tour promoting current fourth album Glory Days. “We are in talks at the moment. We really want to do a documentary as we feel people do not know much about us,” Jesy told the publication. “They know our songs and have seen us perform but they don’t know our personalities, so we would love to do a documentary… We want to get someone to follow us around on this whole tour for a whole year.” Leigh-Anne adds that the idea sounds appealing now, but she may eventually get fed up being followed by cameras all the time. However, she thinks it will be a great way for fans to get an insight into the drama […]
JereMaya – Everything About you–
JereMaya is an Abu Dhabi, U.A.E born entertainer. JereMaya has played with a numerous number bands and has travelled around Europe and Asia performing with different bands and is a passionate session artist both live and studio. JereMaya has been a performing drummer and vocalist since he was 15 years old and decided in 2016 that he needed to bring his music back and launch his solo career. He is very inspired by the ChainSmokers , Flume, Sia, Major Lazer, Hed Kandi and Kygo. • JereMaya has Opened for Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant, The Prodigy, Incubus and Iron Maiden at the Dubai Desert rock festival 2009. He has also opened for The Killers, Stone Temple Pilots, Sting , Macy Gray, Kings of Leon, Stone Sour, Earth Wind and Fire and Michael Learns To Rock. JereMaya has immense ability when it comes to playing drums and singing at the same time. His ability to adapt to any genre has won him many accolades as a drummer and percussionist. He also plays the “Cajon”and sings with different performing artists in his spare time. JereMaya has also performed in Dubai as a session artist with Rock Titans “Julianna Down” , Funk […]
The Charlatans Roundhouse, Chalk Farm–Review
Formed in the West Midlands, a frontman from Cheshire and with a vast association with the Madchester scene, The Charlatans roots are somewhat confusing. But tonight, they make Camden their home. For the first time in its twenty six year history, this evening the Q awards opens its doors in Camden and mixes the fans with the musicians. It’s not everyday you catch a glimpse of The Smiths legend Johnny Marr sipping a lemonade whilst chatting with fans. In addition, to conclude the ceremony, indie icons The Charlatans perform a full headline slot. We are in for a treat. Bar a few tracks taken from last years superb ‘Modern Nature’ LP, Tim Burgess and Co take us back to the 90’s. For an hour and a quarter music becomes exciting again. Besides drawing influences from seminal bands such as New Order and Joy Division, The Charlatans still hold a refreshing, individual sound. With many tracks being dominated by keyboards and organs, embodied with deep bass lines and dance beats. It’s almost a genre of their own. Their most successful and historic LP ‘Tellin Stories’ from 1997 dictates the set. ‘With No Shoes’, ‘North Country Boy’ and the record’s […]
Phil Collins was forced to cancel a U.K. TV appearance due to a mystery illness
Phil Collins was forced to cancel a U.K. TV appearance due to a mystery illness on Tuesday morning (08Nov16). The In the Air Tonight singer was due to appear on British TV show Lorraine, which had been teased on Monday’s (07Nov16) episode, but host Lorraine Kelly ended up having to issue an apology as Phil cancelled last minute. However the musician did apologise for his absence in a video he shot in his own living room. “Hello Lorraine,” Phil told the camera. “I know you’re not very happy probably because I should be there with you rather then be sitting here. “I’m sorry I couldn’t be there Lorraine, you know we go back a long way. I’ll be there as soon as I can OK. Love to all and thanks a lot.” His cancellation came on the same day that the former Genesis star was confirmed as a headliner for 2017’s Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park (BST). It was only recently that Phil announced a string of shows across Europe next year (17) as part of his Not Dead Yet tour, though BST on 30 June (17) will mark his biggest ever solo concert and his only U.K. […]
The Kinks co-founder Dave Davies has dismissed the story that The Kinks will reform for Glastonbury.
The Kinks co-founder Dave Davies has dismissed the story do the rounds this weekend that The Kinks will reform for Glastonbury. The Sun in the UK, in its usual unconfirmed form, has blabbed that the reunion is on for 2017. The UK rag came to that conclusion after Ray Davies told them “Dave and I will definitely work together again. And we want to play live.” The tabloid claims Ray also added, “Maybe The Kinks could play Glastonbury?” Dave Davies was quick to hose the story down. “ME AND RAY have not spoken about Kinks showS at all- although weRE TRYING TO WORK TOGETHER ON OTHER STUFF and have worked on music together . In the meantime we both have albums finished. My album Open Road I did with my son Russ comes out in 2017.” The Kinks last album was 1994’s ‘To The Bone’, a collection of their greatest hits re-recorded live and acoustic. The last studio album was ‘Phobia’ in 1993. The last time The Kinks played live was 15 June 1996 in Norway. Their setlist was: 1. Till the End of the Day 2. The Hard Way 3. Where Have All the Good Times Gone / Tired […]
Gwen Stefani’s new album “saved her life”
Gwen Stefani’s new album “saved her life” following her divorce from Gavin Rossdale. The No Doubt frontwoman split from the British rocker last summer (15), after 13 years of marriage, and the couple’s divorce was finalised in April (16) – a month after she released This Is What the Truth Feels Like – and she insists the experience of writing the songs and expressing herself through music helped her cope with the pain. “It released me from that feeling of hopelessness,” she tells Glamour magazine. “When I was in the studio… it was like, ‘I need to be here right now. This is the only place I feel good. It doesn’t matter what comes out of this, as far as my career – this isn’t about a hit. It’s about saving my life’.” Gwen is now dating country singer Blake Shelton, who divorced his wife, Miranda Lambert, last year (15) and she reveals he was also a big inspiration for her while she was recording the album. “Finding somebody who was going through the exact same experience? That was an inspiration,” she says. “He was a friend to me when I needed a friend. An unexpected gift. And that became […]
Feeder live at The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm–Review
Following a four year hiatus Welsh rockers Feeder return with a new LP accompanied with a sell out tour. Still sounding as relevant as ever, ‘All Bright Electric’ is classic old school Feeder and perhaps their heaviest record to date. As 9pm approaches, Feeder take to the stage and kick off the set with new track ‘Another Day On Earth’. Next up they blare out comeback single ‘Universe Of Life’, which combines heavily distorted guitars and a melody which proves difficult to forget. With the amps seemingly on full blast, Feeder have the crowd’s attention. Following the tragic loss of original drummer Jon Lee back in 2002, understandably the band demonstrated a softer and more sombre approach to their next few records. However tonight’s set is anything but. Packed with their trademark heavy sound and not an acoustic guitar in sight. ‘Feeling A Moment’, lead single from their Pushing The Senses LP achieves an instant connection with the fans as frontman Grant Nicholas is forced to up his vocals in order to be heard. The same can be said for the title track from the same record which follows. For four minutes we are all taken back to 1997 as […]
Indie Britpop Legends Oasis to reform in 2017
So it really looks like Oasis are reforming for 2017. They just aren’t telling you. Noise11 has heard of one UK rock band from the 90s with a very close connection to Liam Gallagher may have been tapped as the opening act for some of the shows so fans could be in for the ‘ride’ of their life. The Liam and Noel Gallagher rivalry has well and truly been mended, although a public display of antagonism may work in the favour of publicity. Oasis last played together with Noel and Liam Gallagher on 22 August 2009 at the V Festival in Stafford. The final song the Gallagher’s played together was a cover of ‘I Am The Walrus’ by The Beatles. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USDTRWdbJw0] After that the last few years has seen drama between the two siblings unseen since Alexis Colby and Krystle Carrington bitch slapped each other endlessly until Dynasty went off the air. Oasis released a 3CD 20th-anniversary edition of ‘Be Here Now’ this year. The original album featured Johnny Depp on guitar on the track ‘Fade In-Out’. The new 3CD version featured Oasis performing The Beatles ‘Help’. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9-MdbXhQBQ] Since the break-up of Oasis Liam Gallagher has released two […]
Two Door Cinema Club–Gameshow–Album Review
Two Door Cinema Club’s second album, Beacon, was far from the difficult second record. While their 2010 debut, Tourist History, charted promisingly at #24, the lack of a direct radio hit ensured that the Country Down trio stayed something of a niche hit. However, when they returned two years later, their sound had taken on a poppier edge and they immediately exploded into the album charts, peaking at #2. Fast forward 4 years and the band return with their third studio album, Gameshow, which in the aftermath of a mammoth release has expectations to meet. With the band now stadium fillers, can they deliver a record that warrants their continued rise? Having taken time away from the trio, the band return with a renewed vigour and if their addictive sound is anything to go by, a real zest for life. While the album is an addictive, up-tempo sonic experience, lyrically the boys remain unafraid to challenge society within their lyrics. Having already proved a hit on Radio 1 with their album’s opening track and lead single, Are We Ready? (Wreck), the band are determined to move their listeners’ minds as much as their bodies. As they question consumer culture, they […]
Wills and the Willing–Dream in Colour–Review
Ian Wills has always had somewhat of a ‘revolving door policy’ on his critically acclaimed band Wills & The Willing. Each of his first two albums featured an almost entirely different line-up, including Jessie Wood (Reef), Rachel Wood (Cirque de Soleil), and guest vocals from the likes of Tom McRae., Harry Collier, & Liane Carrol. Now with a brand new line-up and a bigger, more accessible sound for his third album ‘Dream In Colour’; Wills finally believes that he has settled on a definitive band line-up and has an inspiring set of new songs that will help take the band to a much wider audience. With their brand new album “ Dream in Colour”, Wills and the Willing have crafted a timeless audio journey that flows seamlessly from song to song with stories bursting to be told. It’s spoken word with an Indie twist and tons of punk attitude. At first listen Ian Dury springs to mind but The Wills take it to a different level. The music is so epic, dreamy and laced with walls of euphoric sound it’s almost reminiscent of The Beach Boys on acid on holiday with a sonic and dreamy Beck, but then there are […]
Green Day – ‘Revolution Radio’ Review
Billie, Tre and Mike put their 2012 meltdown behind them on an album as strong as anything they’ve done since ‘American Idiot’ As falls from grace go, Green Day’s 2012 chastening was one for the ages: hubristic overreaching, self-inflicted exhaustion, an excruciating public meltdown leading to a raft of postponed tour dates and an entire trilogy of underwhelming albums that laid bare the scorched-earth extent of their burnout. What lit the match, however, may have been nothing more than a misguided surfeit of ambition. After two decades at the top of their game, Green Day seemed to believe it was no longer enough to simply be a band that released albums; they had to be a behemoth that made statements, even ones as unwieldy and confounding as ‘¡Uno! ¡Dos! ¡Tré!’. Every great downfall deserves a redemption, however, and with ‘Revolution Radio’, Green Day now have theirs. There’ll be no Broadway musicals made of this album, no think-pieces devoted to unpicking its politics or meaning, but as a simple collection of songs, it’s as strong as anything they’ve come up with since 2004’s ‘American Idiot’. Thematically, Billie Joe Armstrong has said the album is about making sense of our chaotic times, […]
Lady Gaga – Joanne
Eight years have flown by since Lady Gaga exploded onto the international stage with her RedOne produced, Colby O’Donis featuring and RedOne/Akon co-written debut single Just Dance. Almost instantly she became one of the most talked about and sought after pop icons. As she toured the world and thrilled her Little Monsters with her message of self-belief, anthemic pop songs and thrilling outfits, Lady Gaga’s profile exploded to the point of implosion. With her third studio album, Artpop, taking her identity exploration to an extreme, many fans felt they had lost their sense of connection with their champion. Her response, sensibly, was to take a step back and re-focus her energies on her own goals. After a brief exploration of jazz standards with the legendary Tony Bennett for her fourth studio album, she returns with her long-awaited fifth studio album, Joanne, and a reported foray with country pop. First things first, Joanne may have country undertones, but this is no country album. This is Lady Gaga at her most personal and insightful. Stripping away the experimental edge that was so harshly over criticized on the actually rather compelling Artpop, Lady Gaga delivers a record that shines a light on the […]
Theatre of Hate–Westworld – Cherry Red Records (label)
In the crazy creative world of the early 1980s, there were times when several genres merged to great effect. For example, the likes of Japan developed a unique New Wave sound, using the best elements of 70s Glam with the fresher New Romantic. Other bands came and went almost as quickly as David Sylvian’s Japan, but didn’t leave the same influential soundtrack. Perhaps harshly, Theatre of Hate can be put in that latter bracket. Westworld was their only album and combined raw punk elements with a more produced, expansive, slightly self-indulgent sound. Formed after the demise of The Pack, Theatre of Hate featured the unique vocal of Kirk Brandon, alongside Stan Stammers (bass), guitarist Steve Guthrie, drummer Luke Rendle and, as if to typify the era, saxophonist John Lennard. Westworld was the band’s only album, with the follow-up never seeing the light of day before Brandon went on to form the poppier, but just as angry sounding, Spear of Destiny. At the time, the album was seen by some fans as a disappointment. Produced by The Clash’s Mick Jones, it came after several independent singles that had created a buzz, as well as raucous live shows. The album though lacked […]
Highly rated up and coming single–Check out MRJ’s lovely “Water”
MRJ a.k.a Matthew Russell Jones is a pop Singer/Songwriter originally from Lincoln and based in Camden, London, UK. He launched his career performing across the globe and in London, but with his pulse always on the pop music scene. MRJ writes songs in the pop genre ranging from electric to acoustic. He says ” I like many different types of music so experiment with different styles within pop. Some people say its a fight between acoustic & electronic but I embrace both, I love music, particularly pop and all my music comes from a place of how I’m feeling at the time”. MRJ has collaborated with many different producers and songwriters from London to L.A to procure his sound. This includes Michael Stockwell ( Jools Holland ) and Sky Adams ( Jessie J, Rizzle Kicks ) at ‘Phrased Differently’ London ( Little Mix, Craig David, Jessie J, Miley Cyrus) who all came together to create the brand new single ‘Water’ with MRJ . MRJ has also worked with songwriter/producer Lenn Arun (Skunk Anansie ), Lyricist ‘Marvee Woods’ and Singer/Songwriter Effie and has received praise from Perez Hilton who is a fan of his work. While in LA in 2015 MRJ […]
Gwen Stefani is returning as a coach on The Voice U.S
Gwen Stefani is returning as a coach on The Voice U.S. after a two season break. The former No Doubt frontwoman will take Miley Cyrus’ red swivel chair for season 12, joining returning coaches Alicia Keys, Adam Levine and her boyfriend Blake Shelton. Long-time host Carson Daly is also returning to present the singing competition, which will begin next February (17). However, Miley won’t be missing from TV screens for too long, as she’s set to return as a coach for the following season of the show. The other three coaches for season 13, due to air in fall next year (17), will be announced at a later date, NBC said. “We can’t wait to experience the unique chemistry and energy Gwen, Alicia, Blake, and Adam will bring to season 12,” Paul Telegdy, president of NBC’s Alternative and Reality Group, said in a statement. “With Miley returning for season 13, we’re truly ecstatic about the unmatched musical know-how and talent coming together in our coming seasons.” Gwen was previously a coach during seasons seven and nine, the latter of which saw her relationship with country singer Blake, 40, blossom as their flirtatious moments became a regular feature of the show. […]
New E.P from Lorenza “Peace of Mind” combines layers of instruments and vocals with relatable lyrics, creating epic stadium-sized sounds.
Heart-stopping synths, energy laden rock and full-blown chart pop combine in Lorenza’s signature sound. This British three-piece combines layers of instruments and vocals with relatable lyrics, creating epic stadium-sized sounds. Drawing musical influences from the likes of Bastille, The Weeknd and twenty one pilots, this relentlessly innovative trio shines bright in an ocean of unsigned acts. Academy of Contemporary Music alumni the band wrote, recorded and produced their debut EP to be released on their own label in September 2016. Lorenza consists of: Jordan Cosmo (vox & keys) Gio Fraser (guitar) and Jack Robinson on drums. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdmrCcKKQvM] The epic new single ” Peace of Mind” is taken off the new E.P “Peace of Mind” recorded at AIR and Metropolis studios and now available worldwide on iTunes and all good online retailers. Online: facebook.com/LorenzaBand twitter.com/_LorenzaMusic instagram.com/LorenzaMusic http://lorenzamusic.com
Legendary singer Bob Dylan has been awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize
Legendary singer Bob Dylan has been awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize for Literature making him the first songwriter to be honoured with the award. At 75-year-old it was said he was selected “for having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition”. The first American to win since novelist Toni Morrison in 1993, President Obama said the honour was “well-deserved”.”Congratulations to one of my favourite poets,” he wrote on Twitter. An artist, innovator and poet, this will be a very popular choice around then globe. Check it out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NobelPrize?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Kuizz–Younger
Kuizz Shah is a Singer-Songwriter & Producer based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Kuizz has worked with multiple award winning artists such as Juno Award Winner Mia Martina, Danny Fernandes & Kristinia Debarge. Kuizz’s writing career has been recognised in both Canada and Japan achieving chart success in the past couple of years. He started writing and producing at the age of 19 and worked with Los Angeles based label Kurado Publishing for 4 years. The latest release “Till The End” E.P consists of six freshly produced tracks including the new single ” Younger”. The tracks resonate the ambience of soulful vocals and beats in an urban setting. The combination of these richly-textured songs which Kuizz wrote , mixed and produced in his home studio and then collaborated with co-producer Daniel Matthias Ortmann on, make it a fiercely independent project with surprising mass appeal. Kuizz’s sources of inspiration to write songs are mainly derived from movies, be it a chick flick or a straight up action movie. Check out his music and decide if you’ll be with him “Till The End”. Get Kuizz releases on Spotify and iTunes. To keep updated with KUIZZ , follow him on his social media channels: […]
Muzic Mirror recommends the beautiful sounds of “Shadows feat Joell Fender” from Brighton brothers Mon frere
‘Mon Frere’ are the U.K. based electro pop producers based in Brighton. Mon Frere consists of brothers Paul and Matt Lennox. Paul is the songwriter and producer Matt provides the lyrics and the brothers source talented young vocalists to complete the line up. Mon Frere have worked with some of the most talented up and coming singers in the business like Joell Fender who has worked with the likes of Kwabs Sigala and Wilkinson and Kate Wild who is a lead vocalist on many recent EDM records across the globe. After the release of their debut album ‘Urban Glow’ in the summer of 2015 the two brothers who form Mon Frere have been working hard to develop their sound and create a unique identity. Drawing from influences such as The Cinematic Orchestra Massive Attack and Naughty Boy the brothers are set on fusing modern electro pop production with the musical depth of the aforementioned artists to create a refreshing new sound for the masses. With the pending release of a brand new E.P. in early 2017 Mon Frere will be hitting the road in the summer. Their latest single “Shadows” ft. Joell Fender will be released worldwide on 2 […]
Tony Shaw’s new song Take Me Away is about a personal experience in his life
Born in Northamptonshire (United Kingdom) Tony comes from a musical family. His own musical talents are purely self taught. Tony has appeared on national television in programmes such ‘Stars In Their Eyes’ in which he performed a song by Star Sailor. He also reached the finals of Mic UK competition at the NEC Centre in Birmingham. He has performed in venues around the United Kingdom such as 02 Birmingham, BMF Festival Peterborough, The Roadmender Northampton including the famous Camden Roundhouse music venue and Chandos Arms in Colindale London. Tony’s influences are Oasis, The Verve and Stereophonics in addition he likes blues music and brit pop. His repertoire of songs include over 30 of his own compositions and his aspirations would be to co-write with Noel Gallagher and Ed Sheeran. Tony’s new song Take Me Away is about a personal experience in his life. This track was recorded at Vigilante Studio in London. His current project is recording and completing a new album. Tony will be embarking upon a series of media interviews which includes performing at venues across the United Kingdom Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tonyshawonline/?fref=ts Instagram : http://www.imgrum.net/user/tonyshawmusic/3596792154 Take Me Away is available on iTunes.
Kim Kardashian held at gunpoint by two armed men in her hotel room in Paris
Kim Kardashian was held at gunpoint by two armed men in her hotel room in Paris on Sunday (02Oct16). The mother-of-two has been in the French capital for Paris Fashion Week, and attended the Balenciaga show, the Givenchy show and the Siran Presentation at Hotel Plaza Athenee earlier on Sunday. However, after returning to her hotel room, Kim was confronted by two men dressed as police officers, who proceeded to keep her captive in the room. The incident is believed to have happened at some time between 3 and 4am, Central European Time (CET). “Kim Kardashian West was held up at gunpoint inside her Paris hotel room this evening, by two armed masked men dressed as police officers,” a spokesperson for the star said in a statement. “She is badly shaken but physically unharmed.” Kim’s children, three-year-old North and nine-month-old Saint, are not believed to have been involved in the incident, according to People.com. Her husband Kanye West had earlier sparked concerned when he abruptly ended his set at the the inaugural Meadows Festival in Queens on Sunday night (02Oct16) just an hour in, telling the crowd he had to leave immediately. In the middle of performing his song Heartless, […]
Wills and the Willing–Dream in Colour
Ian Wills has always had somewhat of a ‘revolving door policy’ on his critically acclaimed band Wills & The Willing. Each of his first two albums featured an almost entirely different line-up, including Jessie Wood (Reef), Rachel Wood (Cirque de Soleil), and guest vocals from the likes of Tom McRae., Harry Collier, & Liane Carrol. Now with a brand new line-up and a bigger, more accessible sound for his third album ‘Dream In Colour’; Wills finally believes that he has settled on a definitive band line-up and has an inspiring set of new songs that will help take the band to a much wider audience. https://soundcloud.com/user-17894197/sets/dream-in-colour/s-NihUA “BUTTERFLIES” Inspired by the town of Wotton Bassett and the tearful repatriations, the first single ‘Butterflies’ relies heavily on the musical skills of new full-time ‘Willing’ members Sean Genockey , Charlie Morton and John Hogg (Moke, Rich Robinson, Roger Daltrey). You can not fail to be moved by the cinematic tear stained lyrics that comes from the sword like pen of Wills, coupled with its soaring chorus and emotive production. “DREAM IN COLOUR” In September of 2012, Ian , Sean , Charlie & John started working on the third Wills & The […]
Robbie Williams Releases His Brilliant Brand New Studio Album “Heavy Entertainment Show” Nov 4.
THE ALBUM FEATURE SONGS CO-WRITTEN WITH GUY CHAMBERS, JOHN GRANT, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, BRANDON FLOWERS/THE KILLERS, ED SHEERAN AND STUART PRICE – AND, FROM ABOVE, SERGE GAINSBOURG AND SERGEI PROKOFIEV. THE TITLE TRACK FROM THE RECORD “HEAVY ENTERTAINMENT SHOW” IS AVAILABLE NOW. https://SonyMusicAfrica.lnk.to/MSjbe The incredible ROBBIE WILLIAMS releases his brand new studio album “Heavy Entertainment Show” on Columbia Records on November 4. The album is Robbie’s first to be released through Sony Music and follows a string of 11 UK chart-topping albums, a tally only matched by Elvis Presley. Robbie’s last solo No. 1 album “Swings Both Ways” was also the 1000th album to reach the top of the UK charts. Robbie said – “I was musing over the phrase ‘light entertainment’ – all the huge TV shows from when I was a kid, 30 million people watching them, this huge shared experience of these moments called light entertainment. Sometimes it can be leveled at people in a bad way, but for me that’s heavy entertainment. That’s what I’m hoping to do with this album – to have a shared experience with millions of people though the medium of light entertainment…but on steroids.” Track-Listing HEAVY […]
Kehlani unveils the visual for empowering new anthem CRZY
KEHLANI UNVEILS THE VISUAL FOR EMPOWERING NEW ANTHEM “CRZY” The R&B powerhouse releases the Benny Boom directed companion video to the savage first single from her highly anticipated debut album, and follow-up to her critically-acclaimed, GRAMMY-nominated mixtape YOU SHOULD BE HERE. This “CRZY” visual sees Kehlani and her crew showing off some impressive dance routines, celebrating a birthday, taking selfies… basically living their best life. WATCH KEHLANI’S “CRZY” VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/2d7U4CX0PHk The video comes on the heels of her recently released song “Gangsta.” The track was featured on “Suicide Squad: The Album” – which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200. Its companion video has amassed nearly 50 million views on YouTube making this her highest viewed music video to come. Kehlani has spent much of her summer taking over the stage at all of the hottest summer festivals including Essence Music Festival, Lollapalooza and The Odd Future Festival. She is also set to open up on select dates for Lauryn Hill on her MLH Caravan: A Diaspora Calling! Shows alongside Nas, Little Simz, Noname and more. “CRZY” is available for download and streaming at all digital retailers now. STREAM HERE: www.smarturl.it/GetCRZY […]
Rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has donated $1 million to his alma mater Howard University.
Rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has donated $1 million (£765,000) to his alma mater Howard University. The 46-year-old rapper pledged the amount during his concert at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C. as part of his Bad Boy reunion tour on Thursday night (22Sep16). After bringing a giant check onto the stage, Combs told the crowd that he had decided to make the sizeable donation to help “anybody who can’t pay off their financial aid.” In a statement, Combs further explained that the money will be used to support The Sean Combs Scholarship Fund, which will award scholarships to select undergraduate business majors starting at Howard next autumn (17). As well as the financial aid they will receive, the lucky scholarship recipients will also be given summer internships at either Bad Boy Entertainment or Revolt Media & TV, and will have a mentor from Combs Enterprises to help them on their journey. “I was blessed to receive a great education from Howard University – one of the best schools in the world – and it helped to fuel my success in business and life,” Combs said in a statement. “This scholarship will make it possible for the next generation of leaders […]
Tony Shaw–New single premiere “ Take me away”
Born in Northamptonshire (United Kingdom) Tony comes from a musical family. His own musical talents are purely self taught. Tony has appeared on national television in programmes such ‘Stars In Their Eyes’ in which he performed a song by Star Sailor. He also reached the finals of Mic UK competition at the NEC Centre in Birmingham. He has performed in venues around the United Kingdom such as 02 Birmingham, BMF Festival Peterborough, The Roadmender Northampton including the famous Camden Roundhouse music venue and Chandos Arms in Colindale London. Tony’s influences are Oasis, The Verve and Stereophonics in addition he likes blues music and brit pop. His repertoire of songs include over 30 of his own compositions and his aspirations would be to co-write with Noel Gallagher and Ed Sheeran. Tony’s new song Take Me Away is about a personal experience in his life. This track was recorded at Vigilante Studio in London. His current project is recording and completing a new album. Tony will be embarking upon a series of media interviews which includes performing at venues across the United Kingdom Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tonyshawonline/?fref=ts Instagram : http://www.imgrum.net/user/tonyshawmusic/3596792154 Take Me Away is available on iTunes.
Scottish artist Kevin Colin releases debut single “ Burning the Bridge”
Burning The Bridge is the debut single by Scottish artist Kevin Colin. 29 year old Kevin recorded the tune in his living room in 2015 and was quickly signed by up and coming Swiss dance label Matrix Music Records. The title ‘Burning the Bridge’ means cutting ties with the past and moving ahead. The tune has started to pick up air-play and has received praise as offering something fresh and different and as being a potential future chill out anthem. Kevin‘s music idols range from fellow Scot Calvin Harris, Avicii, Daft Punk and Above and Beyond to dance music pioneers such as Kraftwerk, Gary Numan, Oakenfold and Giorgio Moroder. Burning The Bridge is out now on Matrix Music Records. Online: https://soundcloud.com/kevincolin22
The incredible kindness of Taylor Swift has struck again as she sends Grace VanderWaal a special gift.
The incredible kindness of Taylor Swift has struck again as she sends Grace VanderWaal a special gift. On Friday (16Sep16), 12-year-old Grace VanderWaal, who won the top TV talent show on Wednesday (14Sep16), posted a short video to her Twitter account showing the huge pink floral display she received from the Shake It Up superstar. “Words can not explain how honored I am for this.. thank. You. SOOOOOOO MUCH!!!! @taylorswift13” she wrote on her page. Grace was a frontrunner from her first appearance on the show in June (16) when she sang her own original song, I Don’t Know My Name, and also played the ukulele. Show judge Simon Cowell was amazed by her performance and immediately pronounced her “the next Taylor Swift”. Swift, 26, is becoming famous for her incredibly generous and thoughtful acts towards fans. Last year, 11-year-old Naomi Oakes, who had just been diagnosed with leukemia, was forced to miss her idol’s concert in Phoenix, Arizona. When friends and family shared a video of Naomi dancing to Swift’s song Bad Blood, they were hoping at best for a #TeamNaomi message of support from the kind singer. Instead, Swift donated $50,000 (GBP38000) to Naomi’s Go Fund Me […]
Music Mirror–Epic new pop song on our hit player – Rebecca Lowe–Hideaway
The music of NJ native Rebecca Lowe is characterised by her rich captivating vocals and beautiful strong melodies. Authentic and heartfelt there is a cinematic quality to her poetic piano-driven indie pop songs. Rebecca Lowe releases her self-titled debut EP on October 23 featuring the latest single “Hideaway”. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_y60ljCo4o8] ” Hideaway” was produced by Rebecca Lowe & David Underwood and was recorded at Kaleidoscope Sound, Union City NJ. Online: http://rebeccalowemusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ohrebeccalowehttps://twitter.com/ohrebeccalowehttps://www.facebook.com/rebeccalowemusichttps://www.youtube.com/rebeccalowemusic
Volpi–Not like anybody else is a catchy and warm pop gem to look out for
Introducing Volpi: when two lovers made some art and music together. The creature was born on the sun-baked Italian streets of Bologna when an English boy and an Italian girl decided to make some sweet music together. Mixing genres like their nationalities, Volpi takes hazy guitars, soulful melodies, and disco basslines then glues it all together with a dark electro twist. Already featured as the BBC introducing track of the day, Volpi are now ready to unleash a series of singles this summer, each with its own Volpi-produced video featuring graphics by the fair hand of Selene! Tom from Volpi says ” My dear old Mum Wendy died early this year from lung cancer after a dignified and very brave fight. Whilst at home for 6 months caring for Mum with my Dad, I wrote an album of music during the evenings and nights: partly as a distraction, and partly to try and remind me of some of the beautiful, positive things life has to offer – in this case, Music. Together with my partner in kryme, Selene, we hope that through something so painful can come something positive and hopeful, especially in a world which is currently so […]
kings Of Leon Announce New Studio Album
Multi-platinum selling rock band KINGS OF LEON officially announces the release of their hugely anticipated seventh studio album WALLS coming October 14th on RCA Records. The Grammy Award winning group decided to return to their recording roots in Los Angeles and worked with famed producer Markus Dravs (Arcade Fire, Coldplay, Florence + the Machine). The album, which comes three years after their Grammy Nominated album Mechanical Bull, has been teased the past several days in a series of cryptic social media posts that have had fans in a frenzy. In a teaser from the band, Caleb Followill shares a glimpse of what’s to come and gives a mysterious foreshadowing of the album with a voiceover saying, “…the walls come down.” Lyrically, the album will touch on band members’ personal stories, which Q Magazine calls “goosebump inducing” and “worth holding your breath for.” WALLS – Tracklisting 1. Waste A Moment 2. Reverend 3. Around The World 4. Find Me 5. Over 6. Muchacho 7. Conversation Piece 8. Eyes On You 9. Wild 10. WALLS
Blake Bastion’s “Hummingbird” is our new singer/songwriter of the moment it’s epic, uplifting and beautiful
Debut E.P from Blake Bastion “Hummingbird” Rob Blake A.K.A Blake Bastion, is an English singer, songwriter, musician and producer from Brighton. Combining intricate guitar playing, eclectic rhythms and lively melodies, with deep bass and rich vocals, Blake Bastion creates timeless sounding songs in a modern style. His heartfelt, soul searching lyrics seek to find purpose in our fast paced and ever changing world. Influences of Jeff Buckley, Chris Cornell and Sting can be heard in his voice, and as often found with guitarists that grew up listening to their parent’s records, he played along with Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin and Eric Clapton from an early age. Blake began working in recording studios at 17 years old after moving to London. As a session guitarist and studio hand he met and worked with many established artists, whilst writing his own songs and honing his production skills. Blake entered the music industry with the release of an electronic crossover album on Distinctive Records, titled ‘Know No Boundaries’, under the collective moniker ‘iLL AUDiO’. The LP featured collaborations with Roots Manuva, Skunk Anansie, The Dub Pistols, Alex Vargas, Bluey Robinson and The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. The first track, titled ‘Nibiru’, is […]
Lady Gaga’s new single hints at the end of her romance with actor Taylor Kinney
Lady Gaga’s new single hints at the end of her romance with actor Taylor Kinney. The U.S. superstar has returned to the pop world with Perfect Illusion, her first solo track in three years. Gaga and actor Kinney ended their engagement after five years together in July (16). The singer made her long-awaited comeback on Friday after a three-year absence from making solo music, dropping her new song and performing a secret set in a tiny North London venue. Her new song references a failed romance in the chorus hook: “It wasn’t love, it wasn’t love, it was a perfect illusion,” but Gaga explains while part of the song is about the type of love she has experienced, it’s not just about her personal romance. “It is about love. Of course it is,” the singer explained in an interview with The Sun newspaper. “It is about all kinds of relationships, every kind of love in your life and mine. “And I think it’s both sides – it’s not really from the woman’s perspective this song – it was important to me that men, when they heard this song, felt connected to women even though the song is essentially about a […]
Jay Elle is the new Lloyd Cole check out the haunting single Twelve on Sunday
Jay Elle is a singer songwriter and guitar player currently residing in New York City. Jay Elle has a soothing and passionate voice blending perfectly with unique guitar arrangements. Ja Elle’s songs bring together lyrics and music in a singular fashion. The brand new single ” Twelve on Sunday” from Jay Elle was recorded at Varick Studios in New York. Online: http://www.jayelle222.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jayelle2222 Tweets by jayelle2222
Jude Jeyaraj–Yesterdays
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tuh3TtNiCmg] Jude Jeyaraj cannot identify himself with any one particular style of music. In his own words “Eastern music (and ragas) offer a spirituality that just cannot be found in Western music.” as a result his music is very diverse. Born on 18th September 1978 Jude spent his early years in the small town of Jaffna in North-eastern Sri Lanka. Whether running down its long sandy beach chasing between the houses with his cousins and friends or simply sitting alone on the lush green banks of one of the many rivers that sliced through the countryside the young Jude felt that his home was a magical place. At the age of five Jude’s father bought him a small percussion instrument called a mealam. He took it everywhere and was constantly playing so much so that he fractured a finger and had to visit the hospital. To this day a crooked digit bears witness to his early passion for creating sound. Jude himself finds it hard to explain where this passion came from. Perhaps he has mused the incredible array of sounds around him at this impressionable age; the babbling rivers the chatter and shrieking of children the crashing […]
Katy Perry stunned a survivor of the Orlando, Florida nightclub massacre
Katy Perry stunned a survivor of the Orlando, Florida nightclub massacre by surprising him with a TV appearance. Tony Marrero, who was partying at the Pulse nightclub in June (16) when a gunman opened fire, painfully recreated the moment he realised his life and those of his friends were at risk in a video he shot for The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He said, “It was horrible. (There were) people screaming and crying, people saying their goodbyes.” The TV host, who admitted she “sobbed for 15 hours” after learning about the events at the gay club, invited Marrero onto her show and then surprised him by introducing him to Perry, whose 2016 song Rise helped him as he recovered from his injuries. Tony was shot in the back four times and ‘died’ on his way to hospital. He was later revived. His best friend Luis was killed. Ellen asked Marrero if he had ever met Katy and when she stepped out into the studio, all three began to cry. “We’re both electrified by each other and so inspired,” Perry said after hugging her fan. She then fought back tears as Marrero thanked her for her “powerful” music and told her how […]
Music Mirror fall for the worldly big sounds and beats of rising artist Saffron De Bonheur
Saffron De Bonheur is a unique and timeless artist with a passion for writing songs intended to inspire love, peace and happiness. Saffron has always been passionate about music and started singing, playing piano and guitar when she was four. Saffron studied both classical and jazz music to gain an understanding of musical construct and technique, but her passion has always been rock/pop. Saffron talks about where her name came from “ Saffron is a flower, more precious than gold. De Bonheur is French for Happiness. What is more precious than gold? Happiness”. Saffron De Bonheur is Influenced by Queen, U2, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Joni Mitchel, Sting, Eric Clapton, Mozart, Freddie Mercury, John Lennon, Eva Cassidy and Whitney Houston. The brand new album “Aphrodite Rising” by Saffron De Bonheur is an album of love songs, exploring the power and mystery of love and soul mate reunion. It’s about feeling at one with nature, happy with yourself, at peace with the world and in love with life. “Aphrodite Rising” was recorded at Loom Studios in Leeds with Grant Henderson who also played drums and percussion. The full album line up is: Saffron De Bonheur on vocals, piano and keyboards. […]