Monthly Archives: October 2018
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British artist Mark Kingswood follows a classic retro crooner path a la Michael Buble’ on these original songs, employing maximum orchestral power in support of his likeable vocal stylings. ...
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This foursome stands out due to their songs’ wryly humorous and sometimes awkward lyrics. “She Says (Whiskey Down at 4 AM)” is a case in point. Accompanied by a ...
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Songs by Atlanta’s Obeah are a mixed bag. For all the positives we hear in the song “True”––its catchy beat, unusual sounds––we’re also distracted that the music ...
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Anyone who’s looking for a change of auditory pace might like Jeff Morris, whose jarring, atonal “musique concrete” compositions deploy a barrage of abrasive effects (ripping zippers, electrical fizz, ...
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Emmy-nominated composer Gary Stockdale exudes a warm, folk-flavored sincerity on songs like “Keep Letting Go,” about coping with life’s everyday craziness. Though not powerful, his voice conveys a melodic sincerity ...
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A project from artist Kasey Jones, Art and Music has an alternative vision that is executed to a fault. We’re stoked right away by the catchy, lo-fi, and ...
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Music supervisor Tiffany Anders, along with music coordinator Taylor Rowley have announced the launch of Listen Listen Synch, a licensing company that specializes in releasing ...
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It doesn’t take long for the listener to realize that this trio can flat-out play hi-energy rock & roll with a rootsy flavor. Wall’s guitar is dazzling on ...
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Material: In true punk rock fashion, Hawaiian T-Shirt is a high-quality band that is relatively unknown to the outside world. But within the confines of ...
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Although still in their late teens and early twenties, brothers Jake Kiszka (guitar); Josh Kiszka (lead vocals); Sam Kiszka (bass and keyboards) and longtime friend ...
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Tyler Bacon Company: Position Music Clientele: Welshly Arms, Fantastic Negrito, Natasha Blume Contact: positionmusic.com Before he launched Position Music nearly 20 years ago, Tyler Bacon ...
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On the evening of Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m. PST, “An Evening with Leland Sklar,” presented by American Express, will take place at the ...
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British synth-pop band, Years & Years, have trekked across the United States this October in support of their latest album, Palo Santo. As the tour—aptly ...
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Although just tapping his mid-20s, the charismatic Leon Thomas has already had a lifetime of professional experience as a musician, actor and producer. Hailing from a musical ...
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This article will discuss some basic concepts of copyright law. Keep in mind that there are two separate copyrights in music: The copyright in the ...
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The story of East German punk rock is about much more than music; it is a story of extraordinary bravery in the face of one of ...
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Bitten by the Blues is Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer’s memoir of a life immersed in the blues—and the business of the blues. He produced albums by Koko ...
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In her inspirational memoir, country singer Julie Roberts relates the highs and lows of her career, the personal struggles she’s endured, the lessons she’s learned, and her sense ...
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Subtitled The Fiercest 50 Female Rockers, Ochs’ books is a fun, satisfying compendium. You’re not only treated to bios of many of the more familiar ladies of loudness (Joplin, Jett, Winehouse, Nicks) but ...
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Singer-songwriter Oldham’s aphoristic meditations on death, patience and turning carelessness into a virtue are, like his lyrics, profound, earthy and often funny. They reveal flashes of Oldham’s ...
