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Home›Author: Joseph Maltese (Page 2)

Author: Joseph Maltese

Joseph Maltese

  • Live Review of Brother Swan in Los Angeles

    Live Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    September 23, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Autry Museum of the American West     Los Angeles, CA Contact: info@brotherswan.com Web: brotherswan.com Players: Chris Matthews, vocals, guitar; Ian Stahl, vocals, bass; Morganfield Riley, guitar; Chris Weisson, drums ...
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  • Album Review of "Romance" by Fontaines D.C. (7/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    September 20, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Wild XL Recordings Producer: James Ford If the infectious lead single “Starburster”  from Dublin-born, London-based alt-rockers Fontaines D.C. hasn’t already been stuck in your heads, wait until the full-length. The ...
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    Be A Featured Artist in the Mastering Issue

    Opportunities
    August 12, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    The October issue of Music Connection Magazine will highlight the Annual Guide to Mastering Studios, including promo, labels, engineers, marketing and media relations. As a special opportunity, musicians, producers, educators and professionals ...
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  • Album Review of "Live in Germany" by David Newbould (8/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    July 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Blackbird Record Label  Producers:  David Newbould The Tennessee troubadour David Newbould takes us across the pond with his band, as Live in Germany immerses listeners in a vibrant live experience, ...
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  • Album Review: "Anywhere U Wanna Go" by Bad Ass Boots (7/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    July 28, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Dream Wild Records Producer: Lisa Nemzo Oakland/Bay Area blues rockers Bad Ass Boots are at their peak with the latest LP Anywhere U Wanna Go, carried by the infectious lead ...
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  • Signing Story with Jett Holden

    Magazine, Signing Stories
    July 27, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Date Signed: 2024Label: Black Opry Records / Thirty Tigers Type of Music: CountryBooking: Alex Fang - New Frontier TouringPublicity: Michelle Steele, Bryan Ros - Missing Piece GroupA&R: Holly G - ...
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  • Signing Story with Elour

    Magazine, Signing Stories
    July 27, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Date Signed: May 2024 Label: Epictronic Band Members: Elizabeth Ghandour, songwriter, lead vocals, rhythm guitar; Joe Scarpellino, bass, backing vocals; Ned Barclay, lead guitar; Ryan Vee, drums Type of Music: ...
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  • Album Review of "There Are No Rival Clones Here" by Blair Gun (8/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    June 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Enabler No. 6 Records/Sonablast Records Producer: Eric Baur San Diego post-punk outfit Blair Gun are sharp and quick to the draw, and on the latest sophomore release, they show they ...
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  • Album review of "Everyone's Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense"

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    June 6, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    A24 Music Producers: Various What do Miley, The National and Él Mató a un Policía Motorizado have in common? They wanted to get involved and honor the Talking Heads’ catalog ...
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    Be Featured in the Managers / Booking Agents Issue of Music Connection

    Opportunities
    June 5, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    The July issue of Music Connection Magazine will feature the Annual Directory of Managers and Booking Agents. As a special opportunity, musicians, agencies and clients can be featured in the print and ...
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  • Album Review: "Gravity Stairs" by Crowded House (7/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    June 4, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    BMG Producers: Crowded House, Steven Schram Fans of ‘80s Australian pop-rockers Crowded House don’t have to dream it’s over. Sophisticated, atmospheric, dreamlike, and melancholy all capture the album’s essence. Opener ...
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  • The BURL BLACK Line

    Videos
    June 1, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Burl Audio sits down with legendary record producer, Joe Chiccarrelli, and hears about his history and his experience with his new BURL BLACK B16, as well as his experience with ...
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  • David Foster speaks about MasterWriter

    Videos
    May 4, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    16-Time Grammy Award winning hit songwriter David Foster speaks about MasterWriter David Foster Wiki: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_F... MasterWriter Website: masterwriter.com
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  • Signing Story: Reddstar

    Magazine, Signing Stories
    April 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Date Signed: February 2024 Label: SBG Records Band Members: Daemien Drake, vocals; Mikey Lopez, guitar; Erik Tisinger, bass; Mike “Grizz” Weekley, drums  Type of Music: Rock, Rap, Alternative Management: George ...
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  • Album Review: "Speed of Sound" by Jesse Lynn Madera (8/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    April 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Self-released Prod: Dan Navarro, Jim Scott, Ryan Hadlock   Speed of Sound is the second album released by West Virginian singer-songwriter Jesse Lynn Madera. The lead single (and album opener), ...
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  • Album Review: "Run Your Race" by Kandace Springs (8/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    April 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    SRP Records, LLC Producers: Kandace Springs, Carl Sturken, Evan Rogers The top story from Kandace Springs’ latest release is the outstanding cover of “What Was I Made For?,” Billie Eilish’s ...
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  • Album Review: "Cottonwood" by A Bad Think (8/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    April 29, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    Windmark Records Producers: Michael Marquart, Dave Way Michael Marquart’s A Bad Think has released their 12th record, Cottonwood, this time produced with the Dolby Atmos mix from Dave Way, a ...
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    Be Featured in the Music Education / Vocal Issue of Music Connection

    Opportunities
    April 1, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
    The June issue of Music Connection Magazine will highlight Annual Directories of Music Education and Vocal Coaches, including colleges and universities, certifications, producer programs and independent teachers and coaches. As a special ...
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  • Album Review: "Robby Krieger & the Soul Savages" By Robby Krieger (7/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    March 31, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
     Krieger’s newest jazz-fusion instrumental album with the Soul Savages opens with the funky, prog romp “Shark Skin Suit.” Synths and organs galore, textured production elements throughout, and obviously spearheaded by ...
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  • Album Review: "Loss Of Life" by MGMT (7/10)

    Album Reviews, Magazine, Reviews
    February 26, 2024
    by Joseph Maltese
     MGMT Records, Mom + Pop  Producers: MGMT, Patrick Wimberly  The indiest of darlings MGMT have long-evolved from their Oracular emergence, scratching a new artistic itch with each release. Unfortunately, this ...
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