October 18, 2019 (Los Angeles, CA) – Grammy and Tony Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, author and actor Leslie Odom, Jr. unveils his latest singles, “Standards” Via Playbill “Go Crazy” via Atwood as well as “u r my everything.” These tracks come to you off of his anxiously awaited first album of all-original material, Mr, which is set to arrive on November 8. The album will be available …
I love, love, love the production and arrangement on this tune. Jordan adds ear candy and fun sounds up and down the register at all times on this song. The arrangement choices are all very strong too. Jordan seems to read the mind of the listener and give them all the subtle touches that they …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey‘s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such matters—in …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Having just completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive …
The end needs no introduction. But here are Mandy Barnett’s thoughts on the subject anyway, “We were already in the studio with an incredible 60-piece orchestra recording a torch songs album that will be released in 2020. After viewing the Country Music documentary, we were inspired to add this beautiful song that was originally produced …
Swedish artist David Åhlén, called by some influential critics “the Arvo Pärt of indie pop,” has released “Morning Prayer,” a song from his most recent album Hidden Light (2016). This new single is a reboot for 2019 by Mit Tim. It was produced, mixed and mastered by Manne von Ahn Öberg at White Chapel Studio, …
On November 14th in Portland and on the 15th in Seattle, the Hackles will perform at record release shows for their upcoming album, A Dobritch Did As A Dobritch Should, and they’d love to see you there. The Portland show will be at Polaris Hall and the Seattle Show will be at the Ballard Homestead. …
Sultry singer and soon to be fashion icon Nadia Vaeh offers up a gut-grabbing emotional banger of a cover of Nirvana’s best tune. Adding femme vox and determinator piano to Cobain’s precious words severs heart from soul and rains on everything painful in this world. It’s beautiful, deathless agony, but in a good way… Spotify …
I had the good fortune to meet Griff, one of the players in St. James Gate yesterday. He’s playing mandolin and singing in this clip, a song which he wrote for his kids. He also told me that one of the first things he taught his kids to say as they learned to talk was …
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Oliver Riot – a pop duo comprised of two gorgeous men who happen to be identical twins, Benjamin and Alexander Moore – have released their brand new song, “ Nervous ,” via AWAL. Currently, Oliver Riot has two EP’s under their belt, which racked up 100+ million streams. Now the boys are back for more. …
Indie-pop songwriter Taali has unveiled an intimate duet “Snowfall on Orchard” today featuring her creative partner R&B/jazz vocalist José James. The breathtaking (and breath-giving) song is the second single off her forthcoming EP for which she will tour the US with stops in New York City, Denver, and Los Angeles.
Hey, hope you’re having a wonderful week I’d like to pass along the brand new single from Gramatik & Anomalie – “Requiem For Peace.” The song also features Waka Flocka Flame and Chrishira Perrier on vocals. The track is a cut from Gramatik’s upcoming album, Re:Coil, Pt.II, due October 25th. In addition to the new album, Gramatik has also announced a North …
As the frontwoman and guitarist for Alabama Shakes, Howard has become one of music’s most celebrated figures. The band has won four GRAMMY Awards and topped the Billboard 200 with the Gold-certified Sound & Color, the follow-up to its Platinum debut album, Boys & Girls. www.brittanyhoward.com North Americ 9/18 | Milwaukee, WI | Pabst Theater 9/19 | St. Paul, MN | Palace …
Ultra Classic Retro Urban video! What would it sound like if a city wrote a song? Poolside’s new single, ‘Greatest City,’ explores this concept. The track is layered and a bit chaotic, like Portland and other vibrant cities all over the globe. Jeffrey Paradise, the visionary behind Poolside, states “All cities have a personality of their …
Steve Lacy — best known as the guitarist of space-soul band THE INTERNET – has released a new video for the song “Playground,” one of the standout tracks on his debut album Apollo XXI, out now via 3qtr/AWAL. Even Rihanna posted an Instagram story last month doing her makeup to Lacy’s “N Side.” At the ripe …
The Jon Stickley Trio, one of the roots music scene’s most progressive and innovative voices, has released a video for their latest single, “Animate Object.” Released by Organic Records, the tune blends Jazz, Latin, and Dance music. The video, filmed and edited by Michael Mallicote, was captured in three different locations — The World Famous …
Having just completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive …
Having just completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive …
Chicago-based musician Neal Francis will be performing a local Portland show at Wonder Ballroom on Sat. Oct. 19th w/ Black Pumas. This show, and tour, is in support of the New Orleans-rock & soul inspired musician’s recently released debut studio album, Changes, out via Karma Chief Record (Colemine Records’ subsidiary label). The title track was recently featured on NPR as one of their Best New Songs From NPR …
Swedish hardcore band Raised Fist share “Into This World”, a new track off their upcoming full-length Anthems. The album will be out November 15th via Epitaph. “This is a song dedicated to our friends, brothers and sisters from another time,” says frontman Alexander “Alle” Hagman. “The slowest song on the album, with a style mix between ‘Wounds’ and ‘Until …
Having just completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive …
I admit it. When people talk sh☆t, I use it as motivation. I used it to lose weight. I’ll use it to run tonight and I’ll use it to memorize lyrics tonight. But I also know these said people are idiots and my confidence intimidates each of them. I want you to be confident too. …
Legendary guitarist Gerry McGee, 82, died of an apparent heart attack in Tokyo Oct. 12 while on a solo tour of Japan. McGee replaced The Ventures’ Nokie Edwards between 1968 (“Hawaii 5-0“) and 1972, and then returned to the band in 1985. He continued performing and recording with The Ventures until two years ago – …
Fantastic video loaded with mountain scenery. Switzerland is almost as beautiful as Oregon.
This is very good. Give it a listen immediately. Sariyah Idan is an American songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose soul and jazz influenced expressions come to fruition on her first full-length album, Breaking Shadows. Born head first amidst wandering minstrels at a sunlit crossroads of folk, hip hop and her own Ashkenazi (Eastern European) Jewish …
From the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom (Tchaikovsky)