Last Victorian Death Squad are an alternative/Noise Pop outfit who spend their creative time between the UK, Sweden and Latvia. LVDS deliver feedback drenched melodies surrounded by walls of distortion. Think Jesus and Mary Chain, Ride, My Bloody Valentine and Oasis thrown in a blender with a handful of mdma. Last Victorian Death Squad have been purveyors of violent noise and blissful melodies since they formed in 2017. The brand new E.P LVDS from Last Victorian Death Squad features tracks like ‘Blackout’ , ‘Alice’ and ‘Devils’ and was recorded and produced by LVDS at Sound Division Studios in Riga, latvia. https://youtu.be/nSHY7ytgjfQ The release was engineered by Ivars Ozols and mixed at DC Studios in Barnsley UK by Jack Helliwell. LVDS are influenced by a wide range of artists but declare in their own words “Wham ! and Australian caverncore band, Portal. That’s ultimately what it boils down to. It would be a bit boring to start listing all the bands in-between”. When asked about their unique and truly creative sound and genre the band have stated in their manifesto that “Popular music has become over sanitised. We live in a world where bands like Idles and The 1975 are touted […]
Listen to: DCPA’s summer 2019 soundtrack – ‘Celebrate’
DCPA touches back down with his latest cut, brimming with feel good summer vibes – ‘Celebrate’ set to light up worldwide in the coming months. Following on from his single ‘Dance Free’, that featured Mike Cruz – DCPA returns & serves up another dose of feel good electronica. Entitled ’Celebrate’, the single is a hands in the air burner that’s set to ignite a wave of global love – as DCPA’s beat goes firmly on. Danny Hughes, also known as DCPA, was exposed to a particular vision towards music whilst growing up in Aledo, Texas. Being part of a family filled with musicians, Danny discovered his passion for music early on. His artistic imprint, DCPA, demonstrates an original and transcendent approach to modern electronic music. Through DCPA, Danny would like to inspire himself and others by showing that one does not always have to follow the beaten path. Stay tuned as promo for ’Celebrate’ gets firmly underway. ONLINE: Public Streaming Link: CONNECT with DCPA: www.dannyhughes89.wixsite.com/dcpa www.soundcloud.com/dcpamusic www.instagram.com/dcpamusic @DCPA
Belgian Producer Alber-K Makes His Mark with ‘Save You’
Belgian House producer Alber-K makes his mark with future house, summer anthem ‘Save You’ pulling inspiration from Lost Frequencies, Zonderling and Don Diablo. Stream ‘Save You’ here: The London based producer has had quite the come up since bursting onto the scene back in 2016. After the release of his single ‘I Wanna Dance’ and ‘A Place In My Mind’, Alber-K has been playing festivals and shows across Europe, growing with ever release and building an ever-growing, loyal fan base. Now, Alber-K returns with ‘Save You’. Combining the swinging swagger of future house with the attitude of bass house, the deeply emotive vocals and the swelling synths create suspense in the build before the chaotic drop takes hold. The fusion of the track makes ‘Save You’ Alber’s biggest release to date. When asked about the track, Alber-K stated: “It was close to my heart to release the track for the summer cause of the lyrics, there are terrible things happening every day in the world, I hope that my song could help peoples to enjoy their time and have a smile, I hope this song could be the sunlight of a day or journey.”
Jugglord’s Single “Getaway” (Ft. Remy1Hunnid) Drops Along with Music Video
Start your summer off with the right vibes by listening to “Getaway” by JuggLord, the hottest upcoming rapper from Broward County. South Florida is known for breeding talent that emerges onto the hip-hop scene, and Jugglord is the latest product. His incorporation of a soulful hip-hop sound has garnered respect and notice within his community through his constant dedication everyday to improve both himself, and his music collective, “Extortion Gang.” Being the standout of his group, JuggLord has demonstrated consistency in creating music, and has successfully attracted attention to the group. Recently signed under new management, JuggLord has planned for he and Extortion Gang to make sure hip-hop fans across the country know his music for the rest of 2019. Additionally, JuggLord has collaborated with Texas-based rapper, Splurge, for a new song that will be released later this summer. JuggLord’s most recent single, “Getaway” is a Hip-hop track mixed with R&B, that displays the more melodic side of Jugg, complimented with soft vibes as he portrays the progression of his lifestyle as an artist and sharing it with somebody special. The accompanied music video depicts this “getaway” from the very fast-pace lifestyle JuggLord lives, as he is seen in a […]
Immaculate Styles’ highly anticipated release, ‘I Wanna Let You Know’ touches down
Immaculate Styles drops his highly anticipated cut, ‘I Wanna Let You Know’. Featuring revered singer-songwriter Lisa Shaw, the single is released on U.S. imprint Two+ Twenty Records The producer-songwriter also known as Immaculate Styles, got his first paid DJ gig in his teens & never looked back. Scoring a Sundance Award winning film at just twenty & then collaborating with multiple Grammy winners, a few short years later – first as a bass player, then as a producer – this was followed by several acclaimed pursuits in fashion & design. These are just a few of the accomplishments he’s enjoyed, over the last twenty years as a producer, songwriter & artist. Immaculate Styles latest tracks, are a collaboration with dear friend, long-time song writing partner & star in her own right, Lisa Shaw. The songs were written & recorded throughout his Laurel Canyon home, with the two of them nestled deep in the Hollywood Hills for days – listening to Prince, David Bowie, Chaka Khan & Chic endlessly, writing songs & producing tracks. Their Chic-inspired first single, the modern disco classic ‘I Wanna Let You Know’, was mixed by Mick Guzauski – whose credits include Daft Punk, Pharrell & Jamiroquai. […]
The Jungle seeks to carve a fresh path for his brand of r&b and dance music – Check out new drop ‘Take Your Time’
Fresh from the production room, it’s The Jungle Deep’s new song, “Take Your Time”. Carrying the torch of funk and soul heroes of times past, The Jungle seeks to carve a fresh path for his brand of r&b and dance music. Sacramento native ‘Troy Jagan’ taught himself to play piano at a young age, then later cut his teeth playing keyboard and singing in various bands around the northwest, while producing beats that he would later embellish and experiment with. Wanting a fresh start, he relocated last summer from Seattle back to his hometown to begin work on a solo EP, “WATT+KARL”, an homage to his city and the sounds that influenced him growing up. The first single “Nothing Can Come Between Us” is a reimagining of a Sade classic. People can expect to hear more of his falsetto-tinged funk on his debut project, streaming now on digital platforms everywhere. LISTEN AT ITUNES
Wandour Delivers Atmospheric Electronic Downtempo EP ‘Night Wandering’
Emerged from the mystery of night, Wandour, is here to deliver unique twist of beats and melodies that speaks to your mind and body uncommonly. Seeking cosmic transcendence through the medium of sound, Wandour’s music takes you on a full audio journey to disengage from the conquered realities, and to traverse through the unknowns. Inspired by urban facades and industrial night lights, Wandour aims to use sounds to awaken listeners’ subconscious while hypnotising their societal identities. His music is the combination of conflicting elements of melancholia, bitterness, nostalgia, along with mixing styles of dark techno, broken beats, melodic dubstep baseline and distorted atmospheric melodies. Night Wandering EP Wandour debut with downbeat electronic EP ‘Night Wandering’. Centred around the theme of “musical escapade”, the two-track EP delivers a delicately balanced mixture of atmospheric downbeat soundscape, threading subtly between dark and chill vibes. The first single ‘Distance’ features a heavy sentimental bassline that drives the track. On top of this bassline, the listeners are exposed to a majestical chord progression with vibrant rock synth melody overlay and chill percussion beat. The second single of the EP, ‘Hold’, features a darker tone. Providing the same heavy signature bassline style from ‘Distance’, this track’s […]
Kamron Bahani Comes Out With His latest album “Thy Fear, Thy Fall, Thy Succeed“
Kamron Bahani is a hip-hop artist out of Manhattan, NY. His style is reminiscent of the boom-bap era conjoined with a contemporary twist. His inspirations draw from sound more than anything; as a child, he was never opposed to any form of music. Every shade and color of sound created a different sense of Nostalgia. In a recent interview with Dead End Hip Hop, Bahani states, “Honestly, musicians have to have a palette that can transmogrify one flavor into a multitude of them.” From ages one to five, Kamron lived in Huntsville, Alabama, this is where his inclinations from music blossomed. “I remember just being around an amalgam of music and for that moment in time, I realized that it’s, in essence, a universal truth. For one moment, whether it’s a nanosecond, or an hour, people are complacent to the music. It’s humanity’s purest drug.” His sound is a dynamic of brash, raw, authentic wordplay that will leave the listener with intrigue. Bahani is vehement with his craft, he’s always creating, hoping to inspire. His latest album “Thy Fear, Thy Fall, Thy Succeed has reached a larger demographic than his previous efforts. Though he is a lyricist at heart, he […]
Robert Michaels touches down with his latest offering ‘Chrysalis’ LP
U.S. artist Robert Michaels drops his new ‘Chrysalis’ album – taking us on a captivating journey through electronic soundscapes. Touching down with a collection of his latest studio creations, featuring an eclectic mix of emotive & upfront vibes. Robert Michaels delivers a long player, inviting us along on his uninhibited exploration of musical freedom. From the opening cut ‘Falling’, through to ‘Way Down’, ‘You Got to Go’ & beyond. Robert Michaels showcases his ability to traverse across a plethora of electronic soundscapes. Continuing to carve out his own musical agenda, as ‘Chrysalis’ drops – Stay tuned. Check out: ‘Chrysalis’ LP – https://soundcloud.com/robertstirlingmichaels/sets/chrysalis Connect with Robert Michaels: www.robertmichaels.net www.twitter.com/robertmichaels www.facebook.com/robertmichaels6 www.instagram.com/robertmichaels6 www.youtube.com/c/robertsmichaels www.soundcloud.com/robertstirlingmichaels
Christine Lee Channels Inner Pop Star with "Superstar" Music Video
Singer Christine Lee is showing the world her inner pop star with her brand new music video for her single, “Superstar.” The video, which was directed by Spencer D. Evans of Spirinity Productions, showcases Christine in a new light as the young singer steps into her “superstar” persona. Singing, dancing, and laughing her way through the light show of a music video, Christine hopes viewers can feel her energy through the video and have fun with her while they watch. “Superstar” is a fun and playful nod to the pop music of the early 2000s, but Christine is still able to make the song her own and keep it very current through her dance moves and outfit choices. “Superstar” is available on all streaming platforms. ONLINE: www.instagram.com/christineleeofficial
Sonic Joy Records drop new single ‘The Stargate’ from Dubstep & Electronic project ENIGMATRIX.
SONIC JOY Records are glad to announce the release of the debut single ‘The Stargate’ of the colourful Dubstep & Electronic project ENIGMATRIX. This project is definitely “not of this world”. Whereas the music is comprised of a unique melange of various Dubstep & Electronic styles, there’s something in it which can not be described, but has to be experienced instead. Producer John Meisel launched this wild and colourful project in order to challenge the imagination of the listeners and translates the colours of outer space into music. It goes without saying that you can expect some powerful drums, screaming wobble basses and fantastic vocalists. ONLINE: Preview now on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/sonicjoyrecords/the-stargate Official artist page: http://sonicjoyrecords.com/Projects-Artists/ENIGMATRIX STREAM ENIGMATRIX NOW: https://ampl.ink/ge49M www.SonicJoyRecords.com www.soundcloud.com/SonicJoyRecords www.twitter.com/SonicJoyRecords.com
Luis Ernesto drops new single “The End of the World”.
Rising singer/songwriter and producer Luis Ernesto is proud to announce the release of his latest single, “The End of the World”. Featuring his signature fusion of Latin and pop/rock sounds, the track begs the question of what life would be like if we were willing to love without fear, as if it were the end of the world. With a smooth and infectious rhythm, listeners will surely feel the passion stirring inside of them, as this dance beat is sure to move both their feet and their hearts ! Luis Ernesto is a native of Ecuador, South America. Although he has lived across the world for most of his life, his Latin roots represent a staple of his identity and culture. As a result, his music retains an authentic Latin rhythm. Still, Luis’ travels have exposed him to many other genres of music and various artists, allowing him to develop a true love and appreciation for all forms of music. In all of his productions, Luis Ernesto looks for opportunities to incorporate different sounds and genres. With the help and guidance of noteworthy musicians like Pedro Eustache, Gustavo Celis, Tom Strahle, Chris Tek O’Ryan, Pedro Alfonso, Peewee Hill, and Richard […]
KRIS JAMES Drops new single ! Produced by Tom Fuller, best known for his work with Amy Winehouse & Robbie Williams.
Following the success of his top 40 singles ‘Eyes Open’ & “Anymore” Kris’s new and highly-anticipated single I’ll be here will be officially released on May 24th 2019. The new heartfelt track is taken from Kris’ debut album which is set to be released this Winter. The unfeigned track is produced by Tom Fuller, who is best known for his work with Amy Winehouse & Robbie Williams. The lyrics in his new single acts as a personal emotional connection to the listener. Kris Describes the track as “A Journey through the different emotions and feelings of life” He also comments “After me myself suffering from depression and mental health in the past and worrying about what people may think, I decided to write the track. We need to talk more openly about how we feel and let anyone going through it know we are here for them” Alongside the single ‘I’ll be here’, Kris’s track has overwhelming floor filler remixes by the likes of WideBoyz (Example and Lorde) and Pink Panda (Ellie Goulding and Rita Ora). The success of ‘Kris James’ tracks continues to illustrate how he is the looming trailblazer in the music industry and the new single will […]
Following on from the hype & success of his recent collaborative cuts, Matthew Schultz touches back down with a stellar solo release ‘Go’.
Following on from the hype & success of his recent collaborative cuts, Matthew Schultz touches back down with a stellar solo release ‘Go’. Firmly setting out his musical agenda & continuing to make a substantial impression on the industry with his releases to date. 2018 saw a plethora of successful cuts from Matthew – including ‘All Night Long’ featuring Gyptian & Rico Tayla and ‘Promise For Keeps’, which was followed up with an Electric Bodega remix & a re-work featuring revered Jamaican reggae singer, Gyptian which has gone onto amass over 1 million plays on Spotify. Subsequently, the record formed part of a viral craze on Instagram #promiseforkeeps featuring some of the biggest stars from NBC hit show World of Dance. Also hugely popular was ‘Somewhere Far’ – racking up some 6 million streams, since its August release and picked up by several of Spotify’s biggest playlists, including Chill Hits, Brand New Chill, Pop Relax, Wochenende & No Stress – plus making Viral 50 in eight international territories. Matthew Schultz’s latest single ‘Go’ continues the chill vibe of ‘Somewhere Far’. Starting with blissed-out synths that set a mellow mood but soon taking centre stage is Matthew’s distinctive vocals, with elements […]
New Music Tips: Margarita Shamrakov–Good Girls
Margarita Shamrakov is a singer/songwriter/producer who started to play music in Ukraine. At 17 she immigrated to the US, because of hardship only to be all on her own in the US. Margarita feels very lonely even now after many years in the U.S. 2001 Margarita Shamrakov won the John Lennon songwriting contest and was about to get a record deal. However everything fell through. And she was all alone again working different jobs to make ends meet. In 2006 she met Mike Anzel– producer and engineer who collaborated with Margarita on the album ‘Tragedy’ Again, labels took interest , however nothing worked out again. Currently, Margarita is living in NYC and raising her daughter Kiki and a dog Marshall. She is writing, recording and producing all her music by herself. She is still trying to find herself and the purpose of life. She also wants to make a contribution to society, earth, and all living creatures.
‘Believe’ is the emotive new cut from young Spanish producer Veluzz
Following on from a wave of recent releases, it’s now the turn of ‘Believe’ to take centre stage – as Spanish producer Veluzz delivers another dose of feel good electronica. His steady roll of studio outputs show no signs of slowing. With previous single ‘Hail Mary’ dropped earlier this year, 2018 also saw Veluzz fire up a number of cuts – including ‘Show You’, ‘Tomorrow’ & ‘Sleepaway’. Now as Veluzz steps back into the ring with his latest offering, The original track entitled, ‘Believe’ captures much of his trademark sound, while complimented by a more upfront & club focused mix. Set to light up over the coming weeks – ‘Believe’ as Veluzz’s beat goes firmly on. Hold tight. Check out ‘Believe’ CONNECT with Veluzz: www.veluzz.com www.instagram.com/veluzz www.soundcloud.com/veluzz www.facebook.com/Veluzzmusic
One of Africa’s most popular performers ‘Supastar Gaby drops new single ‘ You So Wow
One of Africa’s most popular performers is pleased to announce the release of his new single ‘You So Wow’. Supastar Gaby a.k.a Gabriel Bathuure is a Ghanaian born musician, singer and rapper who was born on 7th March 1990 in Accra, the Capital city of Ghana. Supastar Gaby started rapping at the age of 15 and with encouragement from his big brother went into the studio to record his first demo. He says “ I started music after my big brother Fabian who was already into music encouraged me and took me into the studio”. Throughout High school Supastar Gaby was regarded as one of the finest rappers in his school and after starting college in Accra he released his debut single ‘Dance for me’, which received strong airplay from local FM Radio stations, TV stations and international media. The brand new single from Supastar Gaby is entitled ‘You So Wow’ and is a fun, entertaining and exciting track that everyone can turn up to, dance to, relax to and enjoy the great vibe. Supastar Gaby is Influenced by artists like Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Eminem, Jay Z, Lil Wayne, Akon, Drake, Kendrick Lamar and J Cole. The brand new […]
KARMIC BLUES HITS NUMBER ONE !
Karmic Blues, the debut album by Ajay Srivastav, hits the No.1 spot on the Amazon Blues Album charts the weekend of its release. British singer songwriter Ajay Srivastav’s first album as a solo artist is a blend of Delta Blues and Indian Folk. The album ‘Karmic Blues’ was forged during a trip to Ajay’s ancestral home in Varanasi ‘the holy city of India’ and speaks about his identity in a challenging world. Ajay’s laid-back style flows from the banks of the Delta Blues which influenced him as a child, to the ghats of the Ganges, where he learnt raags from the gurus. The combination of these influences, together with his meditative lyrics is what he has dubbed ‘Karmic Blues.’ Ajay’s latest single from the album is called ‘Six Arm Goddess’. It features his distinctive sound of slide guitar, tabla and drone. The video was choreographed by Geetha Sridhar – Bharatnatyam mentor from BBC Young Dancer ! Check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_gRN2h-iUA HISTORY AND POP FACTS For more about Ajay check out www.ajayhq.com See below for reviews & gig dates. Album Reviews: “A masterclass in soulful and reverential fusion” Folk and Honey “Quite simply sublime, the album Karmic Blues is […]
Production of the week – ImButcher drops exquisite new atmospheric electronic album – I’m Alive’
Vancouver’s ImButcher is a DJ and producer paving his own way as an artist. Leading with a fine balance between passion and skill, backed up by hard work and a clear dedication to the art-form, every release sees innovative soundscapes and conceptual audio journeys emerge – each one as engaging as it is uplifting and musically impressive. From the epic seven-minute experience that is Belladonna, through the deeply thoughtful and equally immersive Tiger Is My Name, ImButcher consistently raises the bar and often breaks the mold in the same instance. He offers faultlessly entrancing melodies and ambiances that fuse the better parts of classic EDM with stunning dashes of soul and emotional depth. ImButcher’s influences range from classic electronic acts such as Depeche Mode, to contemporary alternative rock acts like Muse – encapsulating creative freedom, but far from defining what it is that such a unique catalogue as this really means for modern music. ImButcher’s latest release showcases some of his most cinematic and powerful music yet. I’m Alive is a superb collection, each track holding close to a distinct set of conceptual threads, but each still shining brightly in its own artistic right. Whatever the mood, ImButcher’s music is […]
Trending Music Videos – Mali Vuitton drops ‘Till I Pop’
https://youtu.be/p3GXFZGS-w8 Silent Sinner Mixtape Coming June 1st
Rokklenin a.k.a Lenin Rincon JR drops new single ‘Party Animal’
rokklenin is the moniker used by singer/songwriter Lenin Rincon Jr out of a small town in rural Colorado. His soulful delivery and stadium style cadence make him an undiscovered legend for the “new generation” VIDEO SPOTLIGHT – PARTY ANIMAL
Ajay Srivastav delivers a folky world music blend that takes you on a cosmic universal journey
In a world of X-factor, covers and comebacks it’s rare to find real innovation in music. Ajay Srivastav delivers a double helping by seamlessly fusing two disparate musical cultures of Delta Blues and Indian folk into a sonic whole to create ‘Karmic Blues’. Think Ben Harper having a late-night jam with George Harrison just after he came back from a sitar lesson with Ravi Shankar. As a musician Ajay has worked with a diverse variety of acts such as Jamiroquai, Gregory Isaacs, Zakir Hussain, Sister India and Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan. His song-writing skills have been touted by British music legend Jah Wobble who has produced two of his forthcoming tracks. Ajay’s passion for music and a global philosophy has taken him on a journey that has seen him work as a touring guitarist, compose for film and musical theatre, write Top 10 hits in India and garner success on the World Music scene with his band Botown. However, something was missing and while taking a break from touring he travelled to his father’s hometown of Varanasi ‘the holy city of India’ in search of his truth and came back with Karmic Blues. In his own words Ajay […]
40 – The Sixteen & Harry Christophers
1 Saul, HWV 53: Act I, Scene I: How Excellent Thy Name 2:45 2 The Strathclyde Motets: O Radiant Dawn 3:18 3 Song of Songs: Surge amica mea 2:34 4 O Domine Jesu Christe 3:38 5 Remember Not, Lord, Our Offences, Z 50 2:59 6 Miserere (Evolution Version) 11:28 7 Vespers of 1610, SV 206: Deus in adiutorium meum intende The Sixteen, Harry Christophers & Mark Dobell 1:58 8 Salve Regina 4:09 9 Hymn for the Dormition of the Mother of God 4:49 10 The Deer’s Cry 4:21 11 Lay a Garland By Robert Pearsall 3:06 12 O nata lux 1:45 13 2:25 14 Bring Us, O Lord God 3:45 15 Coronation Anthem Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened, HWV 259: Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened 3:06 16 In manus tuas I 3:44 17 Ave Maria (Parsons) 4:31 18 Tota pulchra es 3:36 19 Requiem: Sanctus The Sixteen, Harry Christophers & Academy of St. Martin in the Fields 3:11 20 Cantata 79, Gott der Herr ist Sonn’ und Schild, BWV 79: Gott der Herr ist Sonn’ und Schild 4:53 1 Symphony of Psalms: Part 1 – Exaudi orationem meam Domine The Sixteen, Harry Christophers & BBC Philharmonic 3:02 2 Mass for […]
Ministry Mix May 2019 (DJ Mix) – Groove Armada
1 Bomber (Proudly People remix) [Mixed] LondonGround 4:23 2 Black Light (Mixed) Ben Men 3:37 3 Back Again (Mixed) Michel Degen 4:39 4 Smashing Up (Groove Armada Remix) [Mixed] Javi Bora 5:40 5 The Bark Side of the Moog (Mixed) Steve Bug & Clé 6:31 6 It’s Your Love (Dennis Cruz Remix) [Mixed] Sven Tasnadi 5:56 7 (Time to) Put Up (Mixed) 4:08 8 Derober (Mixed) Sizeup 5:02 9 Dam Hot (Mixed) Fauvrelle 2:31 10 House so House (Mixed) Miane 4:23 11 Rebecca (Mixed) Classmatic 4:58 12 I Am Here (Richie Ahmed Remix) [Mixed] Jay Hill & Lazarusman 4:24 13 Chakra (Mixed) Espinal & Nova 3:47
WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO? – Billie Eilish
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/when-we-all-fall-asleep-where-do-we-go/1450695723?app=music Beginning with the haunting alt-pop smash “Ocean Eyes” in 2016, Billie Eilish made it clear she was a new kind of pop star—an overtly awkward introvert who favours chilling melodies, moody beats, creepy videos and a teasing crudeness à la Tyler, The Creator. Now 17, the Los Angeles native—who was homeschooled along with her brother and co-writer, Finneas O’Connell—presents her much-anticipated debut album, a melancholy investigation of all the dark and mysterious spaces that linger in the back of our minds. Sinister dance beats unfold into chattering dialogue from The Office on “my strange addiction”, and whispering vocals are laid over deliberately blown-out bass on “xanny”. “There are a lot of firsts,” says Finneas. “Not firsts like ‘Here’s the first song we made with this kind of beat’, but firsts like Billie saying, ‘I feel in love for the first time.’ You have a million chances to make an album you’re proud of, but to write the song about falling in love for the first time? You only get one shot at that.” Billie, who is both beleaguered and fascinated by night terrors and sleep paralysis, has a complicated relationship with her subconscious. “I’m the monster under the bed, […]
Father of the Bride – Vampire Weekend
“It feels right that our fourth album is not 10, 11 songs,” Vampire Weekend frontman Ezra Koenig explains on his Beats 1 show Time Crisis, laying out the reasoning behind the 18-track breadth of his band’s first album in six years. “It felt like it needed more room.” The double album—which Koenig considers less akin to the stylistic variety of The Beatles’ White Album and closer to the narrative and thematic cohesion of Bruce Springsteen’s The River—also introduces some personnel changes. Founding member Rostam Batmanglij contributes to a couple of tracks but is no longer in the band, while Haim’s Danielle Haim and The Internet’s Steve Lacy are among the guests who play on multiple songs here. The result is decidedly looser and more sprawling than previous Vampire Weekend records, which Koenig feels is an apt way to return after a long hiatus. “After six years gone, it’s a bigger statement.” Here Koenig unpacks some of Father of the Bride‘s key tracks. “Hold You Now” (feat. Danielle Haim)“From pretty early on, I had a feeling that’d be a good track one. I like that it opens with just acoustic guitar and vocals, which I thought is such a weird way […]
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind – Logic
If nothing else, Logic is a storyteller. If you missed Supermarket, the 2019 novel he authored—or its accompanying soundtrack album—you’d still understand this by the range of characters the MC will embody over the course of an album. He cycles through perspectives so frequently on Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, the official follow-up to 2018’s YSIV, that it can be difficult to discern whether he is telling his own truth or that of one of his characters. He talks frequently of the lifestyle a successful rap career has afforded him (“Pardon My Ego,” “Icy,” “Still Ballin”), but also takes time to lambaste those lusting after fame (“Wannabe,” “clickbait”) and the facets of popular hip-hop culture he’s subverted (“Cocaine,” “Don’t Be Afraid to Be Different”). The guest list is by and large heavy hitters of rap (Gucci Mane, Wiz Khalifa, G-Eazy, Will Smith), and Logic manages to accommodate all of their varied personas with bars that maintain the vibes while also preserving his reputation as a proud rap technician. There are of course the classic, earnestly aspirational Logic-isms—“Put your ego on the shelf and remember, love yourself,” he says on the title track—but nowhere does the MC sound more comfortable than […]
YouTube and Google’s Music Streaming Services Top 15 Million Subscribers: Report
Spotify claims 100 million paid subscribers, Apple Music reportedly has more than 50 million, Amazon around 30 million, and according to a new report in Bloomberg, Google comes in fourth place at 15 million paid and promotional trial users of its YouTube Music and Google Play services. According to sources who spoke to the Wall Street Journal for an article published on Wednesday (May 8), the service has been struggling to recruit new subscribers. Google’s head of music communications, Marni Greenberg, told Billboard that “YouTube aggressively disputes the WSJ report stating YouTube Music subscription growth has plateaued, countering that healthy subscription growth continued through Q1 of this year.” Though a spokesperson for YouTube declined to specify subscription numbers to Bloomberg, Greenberg confirmed to Billboard that YouTube Music and Premium-paid subscribers had grown 60 percent between March 2018 and March 2019. Subscribers to YouTube Music Premium can access licensed music and user-generated music content ad-free for $9.99 per month, while YouTube Premium expands those offerings to all YouTube content for $11.99 per month. When YouTube’s premium music service launched across the U.S., Canada, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and several European countries around the world almost exactly a year ago, the initiative looked promising for the world’s biggest video hub, which had […]
Pick up an Amazon Echo Dot for 99p with this music streaming deal
Your house parties are about to get a whole lot better, as we have just found a deal online that can get you an Amazon smart speaker for less than a quid. You read that right, Amazon is giving you the chance to get an Echo Dot speaker for your home for just 99p. In case you were wondering if that’s a good deal or not, the Echo Dot normally costs £49, so a big discount all around. To get this deal, you will need to sign up to the Amazon Music Unlimited Family Plan, which is fine, because you are going to want to blast some tunes out of your speaker once you receive it. The only proviso is that you can’t get this offer if you are on a free trial – you have to wait until your trial is over and the first payment of your Amazon Music Unlimited comes out of your account. Let us explain. First up, head over to Amazon and sign in. Then you are going to have to sign up to the Amazon Music Unlimited Family Plan, which costs £14.99 a month. You can, of course, sign up to Amazon Prime for […]
Waze App for iOS Gains Pandora Music Streaming Support
Google-owned mapping app Waze has been updated with support for Pandora music streaming, as revealed in a blog post on the Pandora website. The update means Pandora listeners on both iOS and Android can stream songs directly from within the Waze app using its embedded audio player, allowing drivers to navigate and listen to their music without leaving the app. The integration also works both ways, so once users connect Pandora and Waze on their device, the next Waze navigational direction also appears within the official Pandora app. To connect the two apps, simply click the music icon on the top right corner of the Waze app interface, select the Pandora icon, and start streaming your music. Waze can be downloaded from the App Store for free. [Direct Link]
Zoibaf goes into the future bass !
The new track by the young Italian producer Zoibaf is called “Remedy”, it is a Future Bass track in collaboration with TRUNG and the American singer AXYL. The vocal part is very sentimental while the drop is energetic and engaging. There is a clear change in sound compared to the previous songs from the Italian producer, the song was released for free on Youtube and has already had numerous support from other channels and blogs. The sound is reminiscent of artists like Griffyn or MitiS who are among the pioneers of this genre. Zoibaf’s last songs were “Break Through” and “New World” in the Progressive House genre, which one will be next ? ZOIBAF ONLINE: Follow Zoibaf: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Zoibaf Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/zoibafmusic Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/zoibaf Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCV47
ACCLAIMED ARTIST/VOCALIST DREW MAC DROPS NEW SINGLE “DREAMIN’” MAY 25TH, 2019! ROCK AND ROLL MEETS HIGH FASHION GLAMOUR!
Acclaimed recording artist/vocalist Drew Mac is proud to announce the release of his new single “Dreamin”on May 25th, 2019. The track is a simmering mix of pop/rock brilliance with a strong, emotionally infused chorus and deals with themes of love, heartbreak, addiction, sex and sobriety. Drew has a unique fashion aesthetic, and being openly gay, he enjoys pushing society’s boundaries of standard gender roles in his personal style, which is just as powerful as his music. His sound has been compared to Robyn, The Killers and Lorde, but Mac is in possession of a deep originality that keeps him in his own creative arena. Mac takes musical inspiration from a wide array of iconic stars such as Britney, Robyn, David Bowie to Depeche Mode and New Order. Drew Mac is a also a classically trained dancer, and the new video is sure to feature a storyline with choreography. He says “I am proud of my sobriety, as well, and feel it’s an essential part of my artistic mindset”. FOR MUSIC, MEDIA, AND INTERVIEW REQUESTS, PLEASE EMAIL: ATTILA@STARRLIVE.NET OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.drewmacmusic.com/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/drewmacsays
Noble Gray is a London based collaborative with an energetic and vibrant single ‘Hush Money’
Noble Gray is a London based collaborative between Fabian and Jarmane Raad-McAndrew. They combine music, songwriting, singing and visuals to deliver a cohesive and immersive musical experience from a unique perspective. Fabian the frontman comes from a well known musical family in his native Germany and lends his unique and powerful voice, musicality, melodiousness and writing skills to the song and music production process. Fabian also never fails to deliver an all-encompassing and theatrical live performance. Jarmane is the other half of the songwriting duo and brings his creative direction to Noble Gray’s artwork and visuals from conception all the way through to styling and editing. Fabian and Jarmane have been making music together for several years. In their own words, they say “Our songs are always somewhat autobiographical and they never shy away from touching on subject matters that are in some cases considered outside of the norm”. Noble Gray is all about pushing boundaries for positive change with their content, but simultaneously in a way of being relatable to all. Noble Gray’s prior projects were under the name of ‘Fabian Raad-McAndrew‘ and have received lots of positive press exposure and airplay in Germany. Now the duo is branching […]
La Legacie is an award winning band of 6
La Legacie is an award winning band of 6, 3 of us are English and 3 are French. We are based in Le Touquet Northern France at our studios www.dusktodawnstudios.com. This song is the debut for our latest member Lili who is the vocalist on this track. All of our songs are recorded, mixed and mastered in our studio. We are a multi genre band just writing what pleases our ears, we hope they please yours. Media Links: Website: www.dusktodawnstudios.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/lalegacie Twitter: www.twitter.com/lalegacie (@lalegacie) Instagram: www.instagram.com/la-legacie YouTube: www.youtube.com/lalegacie GET LISTENING ON SOUNDCLOUD
Introducing: Tanya Nolan
Tanya Nolan has made her name known as a soulful singer/songwriter producing modern R&B and Pop Music. Tanya was born and raised in Galveston,Texas and is currently based in Houston, Texas. She has built an international following by paving her own path with her distinct artistry and distinguished voice. Her soulful / Pop / R &B style is notable for a lyrical depth and narrative that’s refreshingly substantive for her style of music. From an early age, Tanya Nolan has admired some of the great artists that came before her, only because she was, and is fascinated with many genres of music. All of Tanya’s musical experiences have moulded her into an artist who has an authentic sound. Tanya Nolan has been performing with live bands since the age of 15. In addition Tanya Nolan has shared the stage with many and will undoubtedly turn heads with her latest music releases. CHECK OUT TANYA NOLAN’S BLOG http://stepkid.com/reviews/tanya-nolan-love-ya/ ONLINE: https://tanyanolan.net/ https://www.instagram.com/iamtanyanolan/ https://www.facebook.com/tanyanolan.net/ https://twitter.com/tanyanolan
For music streaming apps, growth lies in tier 2 and 3 cities: Gaana CEO
We all need to invest significantly, for that, more competition is good as companies will invest to educate the users and grow the market because that’s the need of the hour, says Agarwal Music streaming app Gaana crossed 100 million monthly active users (MAU) in March 2019 and its CEO, Prashan Agarwal, believes for further growth, targeting tier-2 and 3 cities is the way to go because “the next 100-200 million users will pretty much be from those cities”. Gaana claimed its user growth was the fastest in tier-2 cities (96%), followed by tier-1 cities (84%) and tier-3 cities (78%) in the last year. Here are the excerpts: The competition is rapidly increasing in the music streaming space with the arrival of Spotify and YouTube music. How do you see it? The penetration of music streaming is only 10% in the Indian market with around 150 million users, the market needs to grow to 600 million in the next 2-3 years. We all need to invest significantly, for that, more competition is good as companies will invest to educate the users and grow the market because that’s the need of the hour. Gaana has the lead of at least 1-2 […]
Airtel’s Wynk makes foray into music video streaming
Telecom operator Bharti Airtel Tuesday announced a foray into music video streaming with focus to tap 200 million potential users in tier-II and III towns. “There is a large population in tier-II and III towns and villages who wants to listen to music as well as watch videos. We have developed Wynk Tube to reach out to 200 million users. This includes both Airtel and non-Airtel customers,” Bharti Airtel Chief Executive Officer (Content and Apps) Sameer Batra said while announcing the launch. The music platform of Wynk claims to have 100 million users. “With Wynk Tube, users will have option to switch to video of song that they want to watch and switch back to audio only,” Batra said. Wynk Tube will focus on vernacular content to reach out to users in small towns and cities. “The app will be available to users in 12 Indian regional languages including Kannada, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Bhojpuri,” Batra said. This story has been published from a wire agency feed without modifications to the text. Only the headline has been changed.
Airtel launches music streaming app Wynk Tube
Bharti Airtel on Tuesday said that it proposes to sync its music and video apps with its direct-to-home (DTH) offering, so that the content can be watched through television as well. “We will eventually get there (streaming on television through DTH). We have only had Wynk for the last 4-5 quarters, so I don’t think this is a big issue. Technology-wise, any model will work,” Sameer Batra, CEO, Content and Apps, Airtel, told BusinessLine. However, there are no plans for a ‘Live TV’, he said, adding that the company does not have any rights for it. Wynk Tube launched After the success of its over the top (OTT) music streaming app Wynk Music, Bharti Airtel on Tuesday launched its new music streaming app Wynk Tube, which has a collection of 40-lakh songs and related videos. The company is offering a free trial for the first 30 days and then charge Rs 99 from non Airtel customers. For Airtel subscribers, it will remain free. The app will be available to only Android devices right now, and the company would think of iOS devices later. With this Airtel has further expanded its fast growing content portfolio, especially keeping in mind the needs […]
‘Going Places’ is an inspirational reminder to ignore societal limitations, boxes and rules – Check out the hot new drop from South African rising star ‘Michelle’
‘Going Places’ is the brand new single from South African artist ‘Michelle’. Michelle grew up in Natal, South Africa and was influenced by international artists like Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Celine Dion and Gospel music. After majoring in dance and attending musical theatre and acting classes, Michelle became a Curator for South African Fashion, Art & Decor for 4 years leading to the launch of her musical career. Michelle speaks about growing up in Natal saying “I turned out a bit of a rebel as a result of my rather strict upbringing. I did everything that was “supposedly taboo” especially for the daughter of a pastor. Whilst my upbringing was conservative , my parents were always supportive of my study and career choices. NEVER did they say that a path of singing, dancing, fashion and art were not ‘proper’ careers. Their advice was always to give it my all and just “do my personal best” and that’s all that mattered. Whenever we would do ballet shows or any schools shows, I could ALWAYS pick out my Dad’s whistle cheering me on from the audience. I’ll always treasure that”. The debut single from Michelle was recorded and produced at ‘Cosher […]
Volume 2 – EP – Pink Sweat$
In a Beats 1 interview with Zane Lowe, Philadelphia R&B singer Pink Sweat$ laid out his ambition: “I’m trying to expand people’s palettes of black music.” To achieve this, Pink leans on lonely guitar and natural beats (“Listen to Bobby McFerrin and you’ll understand,” he adds). The spare accompaniment allows his voice to blossom across this five-song EP. The backyard strummer “I Know” shows his ability to get to the heart of a matter without being overcome by it. The genesis and aftermath of a love hangover plays out in the two-parter “Coke & Henny”—”Pt. 1” is playful and strutting, “Pt. 2” is solemn and regretful. “Your Side” and “Body Ain’t Me” reveal the old-school R&B soul—he’s from Philly, after all—underneath those comfy pink sweats. https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/volume-2-ep/1457267889?app=music
For the Throne (Music Inspired by the HBO Series Game of Thrones) – Various Artists
It isn’t just us curled up on the sofa binge-watching Game of Thrones in our trackies; it’s also your favourite artists, cradling a bowl of snacks, streaming away on the tour bus. As this compilation of Thrones-inspired songs makes clear, their fascination with the fabled, now-iconic drama runs deep. On “Too Many Gods”, A$AP Rocky and Joey Bada$$ mull over false prophets while dropping in a GoT reference (“Playing with fire but I’m no Targaryen”). Singer-songwriters like Jacob Banks, Lennon Stella, Chloe x Halle and ROSALÍA imbue their tributes with stern keys and an existential dread that’s so familiar to the show’s fans. And it’s especially fun to hear a pop singer like Ellie Goulding tap into a sinister ruthlessness on “Hollow Crown”: “Making a noose out of your hollow crown/I hold a match up to your paper castle/And watch it all burn down, down, down.” https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/for-throne-music-inspired-by-hbo-series-game-thrones/1458925215?app=music
We know how you feel P!nk – Hurts 2B Human
“Hurts 2B Human was sort of a pebble that rolled downhill and became this boulder,” P!nk told Beats 1 host Zane Lowe. “It just kept steamrolling.” In 2018, while touring her seventh album, Beautiful Trauma, the singer found herself in spontaneous recording sessions with musicians she’d never worked with before (Beck, Sia, Chris Stapleton, Cash Cash, Wrabel, Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds and many others). Eventually, she realised she’d made album number eight—a lightly political package of sentimental ballads and pre-game bangers that feels like like classic P!nk. The topical numbers speak to the times. “The news will try to make you believe that everybody hates each other, and it’s just not true,” she said about the inspiration behind the title track, which features Khalid and was written by Teddy Geiger (best known for authoring some of Shawn Mendes’ biggest hits). “I am a woman, Khalid is a man, he’s African American, I’m Jewish… Everybody has their own experience and is going through something, so it’s all about the circle you create around you to get through all the bulls**t in this world. That’s where this song came from.” In the EDM-inspired “Can We Pretend” featuring Cash Cash, she asks rhetorical […]
The Balance – Catfish and the Bottlemen
“Jacknife took our brains for a walk,” Catfish and the Bottlemen’s Van McCann tells Apple Music about working with Killers and U2 producer Jacknife Lee. “You’d be surrounded by music all day. Every other day, you’d get a knock at the door and it would be new vinyls he’d ordered to show you new stuff. You’d be buzzing off his excitement.” These brain strolls have helped bring extra adventure and exploration to the band’s third album. The Balance still contains the key ingredients that have taken Catfish from indie-rock tyros to arena-fillers in a few years: exhilarating choruses, pin-sharp melodies and relatable lyrics (on “Basically”, McCann even sings about doing housework). “Don’t write anything that isn’t worth a place on a set list some night,” says McCann. “By the end of the year, we would have done every arena in the [UK] and probably sold them all out. Where’s it go from there? It has to go outdoors, and you’ve got to start writing songs that are big enough for those occasions. It was always about pushing it.” Here, McCann and guitarist Johnny Bond take us through the album track by track. “Longshot”Van McCann: “This is the first one we […]
Exclusive interview with rising star ‘Cybele’
How long has music been a part of your life and how did it come to be a part of it ? Music has been a part of my life ever since I can remember. My earliest memory is of being in music class. The story, at least by my parents, is that when I was around a few months old I hummed a tune in perfect pitch based off of something I heard on the radio. My mom began hosting music classes and I loved clapping my hands with other children, muttering unintelligible words that were failed attempts at nursery rhymes. Music lit me up and I would take any opportunity possible to perform in front of people. My earliest music inspirations were ABBA, Michael Jackson, and Madonna. I also fondly recall begging my mom to take me to multiple clubs around our neighborhood and ask if I could sing “Dancing Queen” for their clients. Of course, I was rejected each time but I developed that resilient attitude towards pursuing music from that point forward. If you had the opportunity to collab with any artist of your choosing, who would you choose ? If I had the opportunity to […]
Walthamstow singer ‘Skyeglow’ drops new single ‘Fallen Heroes’ a new anthem in trending UK nightclubs
Skyeglow a.k.a Daniel Amos Chucks is an eclectic and captivating singer/songwriter based in Walthamstow, London. The brand new anthemic and uplifting single ‘Fallen Heroes’ is trending in London nightclubs like Ministry of Sound. Skyeglow was born to ardent Christian parents and says of his childhood ” I grew up wanting to be a preacher to communicate a message of amazing love. However I soon realised I could better speak directly to people’s hearts through my music”. Skyeglow first began singing at a young age when introduced to a wide range of music initially through his father who was a member of a top church choir. Skyeglow says “By day he was a chorister but by night he would be glued to his Radio listening to pop songs from all over the world”. Skyeglow started writing his own songs at the age of 14 inspired and motivated by the amazing lyrics of Michael Jackson’s Earth Song. Skyeglow is also influenced by classic artists like Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Annie Lennox and hip-hop legends like 50 Cent and Dr Dre. The style of Skyeglow has developed into something truly individual and outstanding. In his own words ” My music is built from […]
Nigerian Streaming Service uduX Inks Licensing Pact With Universal Music
Universal Music Group has become the first major international label to license its catalog to uduX, a Nigeria-based music streaming service. The service is currently available as part of subscription with music and lifestyle company Habari, but will soon have its own stand-alone app. Effective immediately, uduX will distribute music from UMG’s extended family of labels, giving subscribers access to both Nigerian and global artists including Bob Marley, Maroon 5, Tekno, Lady Zamar, Post Malone, Eminem, Nicki Minaj, Brenda Fassie, World, J. Cole, Mr. Eazi, Lil Wayne, Hugh Masekela, Tamia and others. “This partnership extends our reach and makes our artists’ music even more accessible to Nigerian music lovers,” said Ezegozie Eze Jr., general manager, Universal Music Nigeria. “We are delighted to be the first global music company to partner with uduX and look forward to bringing the extraordinary creativity of our artists to as many Nigerian users as possible.” UMN launched in July 2018 and is based in Lagos. In November the label became the first major to license its catalog to Africa’s biggest streaming platform Boomplay, which recently announced it has raised $20 million in Series A funding to continue its rapid expansion on the emerging continent. In […]
Gaana tops charts among music streaming apps
MUMBAI: Even as global biggies like Spotify and YouTube Music have made their entry in India this year, Gaana, the music streaming service owned by Times Internet, has cemented its position on the leader board as the country’s top ondemand music streaming service. The service clocked 80 million monthly active users (MAUs) in February, out of the total market of 150 million users, said Prashan Agarwal, CEO of Gaana. The service, which hosts 2.7 billion songs across genres — Bollywood, non-film, regional and English music — has witnessed 100% year-onyear jump in terms of both, revenue and paid subscribers. “We continue to lead the space with a clear majority. Now we are focusing on taking the product to the next level to give our users best experience. Last year, we launched voice assistant, which is now used by 24% of our users for a lean-back experience,” Agarwal said. The company’s investments in new age technologies have also paid off. A voice assistance service powered by Google’s text-to-speech allows users to search and play music or playlists based on singers/ actors/ mood/time of day and more. “Our machine learning algorithms have now started predicting user behaviour and almost 17% of songs […]