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Dar.Ra is a really Unique songwriter and producer who makes an Amazing blend of Rock and Soul Music (21st Artists Hollywood) Highly Impressive (Planet Earth Radio USA) Well worth listening to this Artist (Strutter Zine Mag Holland) Dar.Ra is an incredible act to follow as he is always evolving on each song with incredible results (Indie People USA) Dar.Ra infuses layers of vocals and instrumentation into each record he makes. The genius of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band by the Beatles, came to mind while listening to “Rewind”, “Back To The Brink” and “The Beat” (Tune Loud Magazine USA) Bio Irish born Darragh J Brady is a rock steady musician and writer who is not afraid to go out on the edge if it means bringing something good back from it. Dar.Ra has graced the UK national charts and dance charts with two top 40’s and two number one dance records with acts signed to EMI, BMG, Festival Records (Australia) plus remixed legends like Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Tears 4 Fears, Urban Harmonix ft Rachel Brown (Faithless, Groove Armada) and many others along the way. He has lived his life in recording studios around the world making some amazing sonic masterpieces along the way, from Dance to Rock To World Music and back again, and runs his own record label Kusha Deep Music. His first solo album ‘Soul Hours’ released in 2010 made album of the week of Spain’s Heart FM as well as received support from BBC Radio, playing to over 1 million people in one on air live show. His follow up album ‘Battle Hymns’ has been used on various TV and Film projects from BBC’s Match Of The Day to US ABC TV films starring Hilary Duff. Dar.Ra wrote and produced the music for US documentary ‘City of Hope” which told the story of the street kids of San Paulo, and how two Americans set up one of the most successful Schools, with literally no money. The next EP titled Dirty Lil Secrets has some serious sonic adventures and big sound ambitions which aims to bring the story telling element back into the music. Crossing Rock,Soul,Reggae and Country music is a fine balance to get right but we feel with the help of co Producer Harvey Summers this has been achieved 100%.
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After the ciritcal success of their debut album, Showdown in the summer of 2016, Thrillkiller was quickly back in the studio recording new material. Released in the Spring of 2017, The King of 1984 pushes the envelope of the band's musical crafting. Alongside the release of their new single, they have been hard at work filming their debut fan funded music video with acclaimed director Dewey Tron. After the success of their music video debut, Thrillkiller quickly began work on their follow up single SAN FRANCISCO MOTO working with acclaimed engineer, Tony Correlli. Exploring elements of old school funk, this is the most experimental and ambitious release of the band so far.
"I can't think of anything that sounds like this" Gary Thorn, Shockwave Magazine "If you are a fan of music at all, you owe it to yourself to give Thrillkiller a listen and meet your new favorite band of 2016." C., Metal To Infinite Webzine "Thrillkiller has the chance to be the breakout band of 2016" Andy Davis, Heavy Metal Time Machine "Every track, member, and part absolutely slays, taking a wander down through the different levels of writing and mix never becomes boring. This is no cheap mock up behind a single individual, nor a gilded lily." Si Marks, You Can Find Me On The Edge
November 2017 marks Aria Nichols’ debut, with her single ‘See Where This Goes’. A highly-creative burst of contrasting emotions merging together angelic vocal dexterities with a moody Trap instrumental. The emotional lyrical hooks create a dream-like atmosphere that precedes Don Fuego’s devastating drops. The result: ahigh quality rollercoaster ride of productionthat will have you hooked from the first play.
Dirty rhythm and blues from the depths of Alderney, based in London. Island born Robert J. Hunter combines his gruff and powerful voice with the wild thud of overdriven blues guitar. His powerful debut album, ’Songs for the Weary’, received blues chart success and critical acclaim and the single release, ‘Demons’, reached number one in the UK iTunes Blues Chart. ‘Before the Dawn’ followed late 2015 showing that Robert had matured and developed as a singer, songwriter and instrumentalist. His latest album, a solo release, demonstrates not only the versatility of Robert’s musical ability but also the diversity in his songwriting. ‘Where I’m From’, released December 2016 through independent label, Spiritual Records. In 2017 Robert was a finalist in the International Songwriting Competition (ISC) with his powerful ballad, ‘Preacher’ which was chosen from 16,000 entries. Following his set at The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival 2017, The Robert J Hunter Band were chosen as the fifth and final act to compete in the UK Blues Challenge at Liverpool‘s legendary, Cavern Club. Robert has previously supported acts including Wilko Johnson and The Animals and has played top venues around the country including Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club and the Spiritual Bar in London. He is a regular performer at the London blues jams and clubs as well as performing in Europe and all around the UK circuit. This is a road worn, dirty blues band that’s been honed to super tight perfection by sheer hard work and volume of shows.
Upcoming producer project BLYNE releases the first taste of their upcoming debut EP, with latest single "Water". Created between London and Berlin, "Water" seems to have found a truly unique sound, introducing a futuristic blend of future bass, RnB and electro-pop in an ode to effortless motion and fluidity.
Deep ambient textures, ethereal synths and wispy angelic vocals cascade in waves, as simple and effective verses bring this electro pop track to life. On their upcoming debut EP, BLYNE collaborates with international vocalists like James Chatburn, L Devine and B O K E H, whose musical origins range from pop & electronic music to R’n’B & Soul. The result is an eclectic, yet homogenous and highly personal work. https://soundcloud.com/blynesound https://twitter.com/blynesound https://open.spotify.com/artist/3B6ECroeS4yEP8xKx5zyDD http://blyne-music.com https://www.instagram.com/blyne https://www.facebook.com/BLYNESOUND
Canadian songwriter Beth Marie Anderson's much anticipated Christmas Album is out now.
Christmas With You is Beth's third record following her 2013 release Let It Go and Open Road in 2010. A songwriter and critically acclaimed vocalist Beth has amassed an impressive resume of co-writes, cuts, and acknowledgments. The new album features her friends Andy Leftwich (four-time GRAMMY award winner), Jeff Taylor (eight-time GRAMMY nominated instrumentalist and member of GRAMMY-winning group "The Time Jumpers"), Tyler Summers (Martina McBride, Aretha Franklin, Feist, Lee Ann Womack, The Temptations, and many more), Vinnie Clesielski (featured on records that have received 25 GRAMMY wins and 50 GRAMMY nominations), and others incredible musicians. About Beth
A born and raised Vancouver Island girl, ‘Beth Marie Anderson’ is a multi-award nominated Singer/Songwriter with who has traveled the globe performing, writing songs, recording albums and moving her way up the music industry ladder.
She has had several of her songs cut by artists all over North America, including Grand Ole Opry Performer Sherry Lynn, and has had song holds with major label artists including Alabama, LeAnn Rimes, Sarah Evans & Pam Tillis. Beth has recorded three albums in Nashville and was nominated for multiple awards including “Song of The Year” at the 2012 Vancouver Island Music Awards, “Female Vocalist Of The Year” at the 2013 Barebones Music Awards, “Album of The Year’ at the 2015 British Columbia Country Music Awards and nominated in the 2nd ballot for ‘Female Vocalist’, ‘Roots/Americana Artist’, ‘Website of the year’ for the 2016 BCCMA Awards. Beth has shared the stage with Canadian Superstars such as Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Johnny Reid, Michelle Wright, Patricia Conroy, Trooper, Jessie Farrell and English/US Hit songwriter Roger Cook. Beth was selected as the only Canadian ‘Emerging Artist’ at Nashville’s 2013 & 2015 CMA Fan Fair where she did four days of 8 hour meet & greets, saw over 3,000 new fans and performed at select venues including the legendary Bluebird Café. In 2014 Beth was selected as an International Finalist in the ‘NewSong International Songwriting Competition’, beating out thousands of Artists all around the world for 1 of the 10 spots. 2015 saw Beth awarded a Music Grant from FACTOR Canada, her songs were recorded by a handful of Canadian Independent Artists who in turn had Radio Success, Award Nominations and Music Videos created. That same year Beth showcased at the SML Songwriting Festival in Virginia, was selected as a Semi Finalist in the ‘Unsigned Only’ Artist Competition (seeking the greatest unsigned act in North America), showcased at ‘Diamonds In The Rough during the 2015 Canadian Country Music Award Week in Halifax, was nominated for ‘Album of The Year’ at the 2015 BCCMA Awards, and was selected to perform at the BCCMA Awards in Vancouver. In the winter, Beth had a successful 16 date Christmas tour on Vancouver Island following her radio single ‘The First Noel’. Over 2016 Beth took a step back from performing and focused on writing with Artists across North America for their projects, wrote songs for her next two projects, taught music and networked at major musical events. 2017 is already seeing the hard work pay off as she received an Honourable Mention after being a Finalist in the 2017 Canadian Songwriting Competition, she has 15 slated song cuts with Independent Artists, her co-written song landed an Edmonton Artist 10K to shoot a Music Video through the program ‘Storyhive’, and the Ledgendary US Group ‘Alabama’ had one of Beth’s songs on hold for their 2017 Christmas Album. Zanya Laurence, currently resides in the Mile High City & has been diligently preparing for the release of her third LP which comes out this month. But that's only the latest chapter in her musical journey. Inspired by R&B/Soul, Jazz & Hip-Hop & melting them down into a fluid sound that is all her own, Zanya has incorporated her creative writing & raw emotion into the lyrics found on her independent releases, “Soul Theory”, “Always” & now "Stardust", recorded at her studio, “Soul Spot Music”. After moving back to Albuquerque from Los Angeles, she was nominated for several New Mexico Music Awards while performing locally & promoting her radio single, “Sunday”, with Howard Rosen Promotions. Before that, she graduated from the Vocal Institute of Technology at the Musician’s Institute in Hollywood, CA with training in theory & music business, while performing the area with her band in well-known venues such as the Knitting Factory, as well as cozier venues, like the Bliss Café’. Born in southern California & raised in New Mexico, her musical evolution encompassed learning to play the classical guitar at her father’s knee. Starting in choir & band during her younger years, she moved on to writing & recording originals, eventually growing into the muse she projects in her work today. Although Laurence is compared to several established artists, her unique writing style & distinct voice can be heard through her passionate expression, phrasing & thoughtful delivery. At the end of the day, Zanya’s sound is truly one of a kind. Stephanie Hava is a Jamaican singer-songwriter, music producer, model and entrepreneur; born in the parish of St. Catherine on November 15 and raised in the country‟s capital, Kingston. Her sound may best be described as reggae fusion; incorporating the undeniable essence of reggae, R&B, soul, dancehall, and pop.
Having completed high school (The Queen‟s School) where she sang on both school choir and The Performing Arts Society Chorale, she led a cabaret band called Steele Force for two years. Stephanie then went on to join the Ashe Caribbean Performing Arts Company where she trained and toured as a principal singer, dancer, and musical theatre actor. The budding artist delved further into the world of music doing backing vocals and started working for both local and international artists. One of the most impressionable experiences is her six (6) months gig with Basque band singer Fermin Muguruza where she travelled the world singing in the ancient European tongue of Basque, French, English and Spanish. Stephanie started to pursue a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology but music kept calling, and after two years studying and touring she answered the call of music full time. The singer-songwriter has also toured and recorded with international reggae band Groundation, Cherine Anderson, Coco Tea, Chaka Demus & Pliers and Mr. Vegas. In 2009 Stephanie was invited to be a part of a group to record what turned out to be two studio albums with Sly & Robbie for Sony Music Japan. Along with her group members Chantelle Ernandez and Scantana they made up the multifaceted UNITZz. With two albums ‘J Paradise’ and ‘J Lovers’, UNITZz has gained tremendous success in Japan. „J Paradise‟ received a Grammy mention in the 2010 Grammy nominations in the category of „best pop vocals‟; appearing in field one of the potential nominees. UNITZz also, with Stephanie on lead vocals was a part of the 53rd (2011) Grammy nominations in the reggae category; with a Lady Antebellum cover ‘Need You Now’ on the compilation album ‘Sly & Robbie & The Taxi Gang – One Pop Reggae’. A seasoned songwriter, Stephanie is signed to Rebel America Inc (production and publishing company in Dallas, Texas) where she writes and records songs for placements on television shows, movies, international ad campaigns, labels, etc. Since the start of this exciting journey with Rebel America in 2010, she has managed to land several song placements. Three of these placements include a collaboration (done with rapper E.T) named ‘Have You Ever’ that was picked up by UK reality show ‘Jeremy Kyle Show’ for their Intranet Web Ad, ‘If This Is Real’ was picked up by Lifetime TV’s ‘Dance Moms Miami’ for episode 5 of their first season and, 'Together’ was placed with the MTV reality series 'MADE’. In February of 2013 Stephanie founded the production company Havatio Music. In the same year her debut EP “Real Woman” was released on February 13 and debut album “The Christmas Collection” released November 20 under the Havatio Music label. In the fast paced life of music the mother of two finds time to organize an annual charity event dubbed Classic Duets; a live show that raises funds for select causes. Additionally, along with a group of music industry professionals, Stephanie is a Director for the Gungo Walk World Alternative Music and Arts Festival in Jamaica. Stephanie‟s portfolio also boasts that of music producer, event producer, host and model. She has etched herself in the live music community in Jamaica as a major player with products such as ‘Musixology’ and ‘Soul Sessions Ja’. Her career as a model is young but along with her success as a recording artist; her natural gift of being in front of the camera has definitely poised her for great success in this field. Stephanie definitely raised the bar in 2015 with the release of her sophomore album ‘Catharsis’; a musically sophisticated project, edgy and sexy, sprinkled with the brilliant contributions from producers such as Collin ‘Bulby’ York and Dynasty Records/Loud City Music from California. Collaborations feature veteran reggae artist Lymie Murray and fast rising Jamaican artist RR. Also big on the 2015 scroll is the collaborative cover of the Heptone‟s hit “Baby” with the great Chaka Demus and Lymie Murray.
Cody Joe Hodges has always dreamed of recording a Christmas album, and finally was offered the opportunity to make this happen, with the release of "Down Home Christmas", coming out this November. This album is very special to him. Not only does it contain several of his favorite Christmas songs, but it also contains three original songs written by his wife, Jamie, and himself.
In this day and age, when releasing a Christmas album might not be the "cool" or most "PC" thing to do, Cody Joe Hodges makes the statement that "God and family are most important to me, and what better way to honor them both than with a Christmas album"? This is what Cody Joe Hodges is about - God, family and country. Cody Joe's radio release from the album is called "Tangled In the Christmas Lights". It is a fun song, sure to be loved by adults and kids alike. He and his wife have mastered the art of catching the listener's attention with witty lyrics and humor. This song takes a well-known annoyance, such us untangling a strand of Christmas lights, and turns it into a fun and humorous affair. While the song is filled with innuendo, kids will be thrilled by the references of playing Santa and the Elf on the Shelf. Cody Joe Hodges' first radio release, "Getting Back to Country" hit the Top 25 of the Texas charts, #12 on the International charts and #1 on the Fan-Voted Chart (the first Texas artist to reach #1 since the charts inception in 1998). His second release, "One More Drink", hit #1 on the International charts and also won the Country Single and Country Video by the Akademia Awards. His most recent single, "Hellbent On Loving You" spent 7 weeks in the top 75 of the Music Row charts. Look for his next single, "Tangled In the Christmas Lights", this holiday season and be sure to request it from your local stations. |
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