Friday 25 November 2016

New Age Drifter treats us to fresh sounds, wonderful lyrics and unique vocals



RoseRed and the Butterflies are a Folk Rock / Alternative band from North London with Singer-Songwriter / Guitarist Lydia Nicolaides at their helm.

The musical duo which also consists of Doug Currie on Cello have just unveiled their latest album New Age Drifter, which features 12 outstanding musical gems for our ears to savour.


The album treats us to fresh sounds, wonderful lyrics and unique vocals with notable tracks such as River Flows, Tickle My Feet, Fire In The Rain, Surreal, Around You and Lovers Fool.


River Flows kicks off musical proceedings with a quirky number which sees Lydia's vocals dazzle us alongside a delightful melody.


New Age Drifter treats us to an eclectic medley of instrumental melodies, electronic beats and pleasant vocals from the Queen of the pixies.


Tickle My Feet serves up a melody that is best described as joy in a musical form, with lyrics that are almost poetic in their delivery.


Fire In The Rain entertains us with soothing vocals which give life to thought provoking verses including a catchy chorus alongside a gentle melody.


Shadow Dance has an orchestral feel to it and when combined with Lydia's superb vocal performance gives a uniqueness to this track.


Surreal sees RoseRed opt for a more Rock and Roll feel for the tempo and instrumental arrangement.


Around You serves up a catchy pop tune and inspirational verses from RoseRed and the Butterflies.


True has more of a unplugged feel to it thanks to a slower tempo on the vocal side of things and also minimal instrumentals.


For You brings catchy percussion hooks into the mix and when combined with the haunting sounds of the cello and those trademark vocals means only one thing that we are in for a melodic treat.


Lovers Fool is another jewel in the musical crown that is New Age Drifter thanks to captivating melodic hooks and those oh so delightful vocals.


You Are Is a gentle ballad with beautiful lyrics which radiate love with every verse and when intertwined with a slow melody lead to something magical.


End Of The Line wraps up 12 tracks of out of this world Pixie Pop with sad lyrics and a minimal instrumental arrangement, as a music lover I would have preferred for the album to come to a close with a more up tempo song.


Website - http://www.roseredmusic.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Roseredandthebutterflies/?fref=ts
Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/lydiathepixie
Soundcloud - http://www.soundcloud.com/rosered
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/rosered

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Thursday 24 November 2016

You is a 7 track EP which pays homage to 80s whilst also delivering fresh new vibes



Albert Bevia is a Indie Rock Singer/Songwriter from Spain, whose music is influenced by the New Romantic Genre of the 80s.

You is a 7 track EP which pays homage to 80s whilst also delivering fresh new vibes.

Albert has come up with superb lyrics and magnificent instrumental melodies from the very get go but tracks 3, 5, 6 and 7 are a cut above the rest.

Ms Pickles has a unique charm in the way the instrumental melody and vocals blend together.

Don't Ever Rest showcases a captivating guitar arrangement.

Juliet's Flowers has a melancholy vibe to it.

His Kingdom Will Rise concludes Albert's EP with radiant beats and a choral vocal arrangement.

Website - http://www.albertbevia.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AlbertBevia
Twitter - https://twitter.com/AlbertBevia
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/albertbevia/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvt8whUZHyVD2bJursCw2A

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

You Flew is a true masterpiece with the perfect blend of haunting sounds, uplifting melodies and a sublime vocal performance



Katie Buxton is a Indie Folk Singer/Songwriter who was originally from Philadephia but now resides in Nashville.

Her foray into music began at the age of 12, when she picked up a guitar and wrote her first song, which led her to gain experience as both a performer and a lyricist across multiple genres.

Earlier this year she unveiled her debut EP From Songbirds, which includes the elegantly crafted You Flew.

Katie Buxton puts her all into You Flew and the end result is a true masterpiece with the perfect blend of haunting sounds, uplifting melodies and a sublime vocal performance.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KatieBuxtonMusic/?fref=ts
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/katiebuxton


Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Wednesday 23 November 2016

Health is full to the brim with energetic beats and uplifting vocals



Taylor Briggs is a 17 year old Songwriter/Multi Instrumentalist from Los Angeles, his musical resume for the last decade includes playing guitar, cello and also singing and playing in bands.

Health is full to the brim with energetic beats and uplifting vocals.

Attention has a grittier feel to it and the tempo and vocals are more laid back.

Mirage has a 80s electro vibe to it and Taylor's vocals and lyrics are elevated to a whole new level.

Website - www.taylorbriggs.net
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/t.bonesss
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/taylor_briggs

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Catch delivers beautiful instrumentals which are a wonder to the ears especially when blended with Gina's delightful vocals.



Gina Leonard is a musician from Cambridge who recently released a five track EP - Catch, her musical style is described as contemporary folk and she has been compared to the likes of Daughter, Laura Marling and Courtney Barnett.

Playing Dead begins with a unique vocal intro and gritty beats before transforming into a more uplifting melodic arrangement which still flits between blissful and haunting.

Catch delivers beautiful instrumentals which are a real wonder to the ears especially when blended with Gina's delightful vocals.

Red Hands has a slower tempo which results in this track having more of a stripped back feel to it but regardless of this we are still treated to musical magic from Gina Leonard.

Glass Eyes is a catchy number thanks to smooth guitar riffs and slick lyrics aplenty, there's something about the vocal performance which makes this track something truly sublime.

Every Time concludes the EP with another mellow number, during which we are entertained with more of this musician's amazing lyrical prowess, vocal range and the ability to come up with mesmerizing arrangements at the blink of an eye.

Website - http://www.ginaleonard.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GinaLeonardMusic/?fref=ts
Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/GinaAnnLeonard
Soundcloud - http://www.soundcloud.com/Gina-Leonard

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Tuesday 1 November 2016

Empire showcases D Double E's slick rhymes, Havva's powerful vocals and energetic beats


Legendary Grime MC D Double E has made a mark for himself on the UK Grime Scene, mostly due to his collaborations with Dizzee Rascal, as part of East London outfit Newham Generals and also his solo releases which include the thunderous Street Fighter Riddim, which made waves across the urban music scene.

D Double E has now joined forces with award winning movie director Naeem Mahmood on his stylish and bold debut feature 'Brash Young Turks.' The movie which was awarded Best UK Film at this years Movie Video & Screen Awards sees D Double E not only starring in the movie but also performing the title track, Empire. 


The accompanying visuals feature bright star Havva Ramadan, showcasing her powerful vocals and lyrics as well as energetic beats and slick rhymes from D Double E, which instantly show us why he's made his mark on UK's Grime scene. 


The visuals for Empire set the tone and feel for the movie, which was released in cinemas in the UK and is now available on Amazon Prime - goo.gl/M6snyE


Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSDqlLZDisE


Website - http://www.brashyoungturks.com


Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/brashyoungturksmovie


Twitter 

http://www.twitter.com/brashyoungturks 
http://www.twitter.com/ddoublee7
http://www.twitter.com/havvaofficial

Post By - Boulent Mustafa


Saturday 29 October 2016

Black Astronaut are simply magnificent at blending music genres together


Black Astronaut is a hip hop collective made up of Charles Luck (Lead Songwriter), Tino Red (Rapper/Singer) and Rappers - Gyro, InZane, Sticky Bud, Vedo, B Daz and Flipleaf.

In addition to that there are four singers Muze, Jonathan BT, Zack David and Addie.

The collective's specialty is true hip hop and EDM thanks to the influence of artists such as Eminem and Avicii.

The opening track The Race is a beautifully crafted piece of poetry with each verse full of lyrical magic that leaves you wanting more.

Charles Luck's reworking of Life On Mars is truly unique and the instrumental arrangement is a real delight to the ears.

The rest of the album features an eclectic mix of genres ranging from traditional melodies to hip hop rhymes to heavy bass laden EDM beats.

One of the highlights of the album is that Charles Luck has created outstanding tracks that are a wonderful tribute to the legend that is the late and great David Bowie.


Black Astronaut are simply magnificent at blending music genres together in order to create the spectacular masterpiece that is Life on Mars.

Thursday 27 October 2016

Moonpath treats us to a upbeat fusion of electro beats and synthesized melodies



EDM / Dance / House Producer Andy Sikorski is back with his latest release Moonpath which is available through MelodyLab, this entertaining composition treats us to a upbeat fusion of electro beats and synthesized melodies which are perfect for dance fans everywhere,

Straight from the fingertips of talented music producer Andy Sikorski, who established himself as a key player in the genre before EDM was even part of our vocabulary.

Whilst growing up he was influenced by many different musical genres but his heart was always drawn to Electronic Dance Music (EDM).


Andy's musical journey began in his native Poland, where he achieved popularity on the underground demo music scene. He saw chart success as dSx! Design and produced music for renowned groups such as TRSI and Freezers.


Whilst composing and producing music for video games, commercials and short films, Andy continued to sharpen his skills which saw him work with notable companies such as Motorola and Kodak and also score the full soundtrack for video games like Warriors of Elysia, which featured rich orchestral arrangements.


In 2009 Andy released his album Reverie and following his success of producing Billboard sensations Sade Serena and Rachel Panay he is returning to his EDM roots.


Website - http://andysikorski.com/

Wednesday 12 October 2016

A Halloween Song entertains us with a upbeat pop tune with a 60s vibe and catchy pop hooks aplenty.




A Halloween Song sees Sarantos entertain us with a upbeat pop tune which has a 60s vibe to it, with catchy pop hooks and a captivating guitar arrangement.

Sarantos has always loved Halloween and fondly remembers throwing lively costume parties in high school so it was no surprise to fans that Sarantos wanted to create a classic pop style Halloween song with an infectious melody and catchy lyrics. This song has rated very well although of course, it's specific to the month of October. 

For the music video, Sarantos wanted to create a mixture of live footage and animation. The focus is on Halloween costumes, trick-or-treating, and yes, candy. There is dancing and maybe even a famous celebrity who makes a surprise guest appearance.

33% of any music-related sales profits from this song are going straight to Spirit Of Children. They help make hospitals less scary for kids and their families by providing fun during Halloween.

You can find more information on Sarantos and his charity donations by clicking on the link below https://www.melogia.com/charity.html

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Wednesday 6 July 2016

Perfection From Every Angle entertains us with a catchy pop melody



Perfection From Every Angle is Sarantos's latest musical offering and it entertains us with a catchy pop melody.

Sarantos is proud to donate 33% of all profits to a specific charity for each one of his songs that are released to the public. Sarantos encourages other artists to do the same. 

Additionally, Sarantos hopes to one day start his own charity where the red tape and administrative costs will be negligible and the money can go to the people that actually need it. He hopes to do this in honor of his father, who died after a long battle with lung cancer. 
The simple truth is Sarantos just wants to make a difference in the life of someone in need.

This month's charity of choice is Cancer Research UK Kids & Teens and you can find more information on Sarantos and his charity donations by clicking on the link below https://www.melogia.com/charity.html

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Thursday 23 June 2016

Lifetime is a truly powerful melody thanks to soulful vocals and emotive lyrics



Columbus, Ohio singer/songwriter T.Wong returns after a brief hiatus to release new single "Lifetime." 

Lifetime features a powerful piano melody which along with T.Wong's soulful vocals and emotive lyrics truly results in a moving song.

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Wednesday 22 June 2016

Don't Tell Me entertains us with a upbeat melody courtesy of smooth guitar riffs and catchy percussion beats


Don't Tell Me has just hit virtual shelves, this song sees Charles entertain us with a upbeat melody courtesy of smooth guitar riffs and catchy percussion beats plus the vocals and lyrics have a timeless charm to them.

Charles Hibberd is an 18 year old ginger haired Singer/Songwriter from Chesterfield, Derbyshire.

His music has been compared to the likes of his hair doppleganger Ed Sheeran and in terms of vocals Billie Joe Armstrong, this gives Charles great pride as his music is heavily influenced by Green Day and also The 1975 and Panic! At The Disco.

In his own words his music captures a pop punk influence and mixes it with bubbly bouncy pop.

Charles has just completed his A Levels and will spend his summer writing and gigging before heading to Manchester to start his Songwriting Degree at BIMM (British and Irish Modern Music Institute).

The last 18 months has seen Charles gigging non stop and also developing his sounds and this summer he hopes to surpass that with bigger gigs as well as anticipating that Don't Telll me will be as positively received as his Solo Acoustic EP was.

Website -  http://charleshibberd.bandcamp.com/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheChibberdMusic/

Tuesday 21 June 2016

Andrea Hegard returns with a smooth soulful jam to get you swinging and swaying in the sunshine



Swedish R&B soul singer Andrea Hegard returns with a smooth soulful jam to get you swinging and swaying in the sunshine.

In My City is an uptempo recording that has a wonderful summer vibe that will have you singing along and feeling good in the summer.

So get out in the sunshine and get blasting the retro sounds of Andrea Hegard who continues to shine bright with her harmonious vocals.

Watch out for more from Andrea very soon. 

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andreahagardofficial/
Post By - Alex Hill
Twitter - @ah25ent

Monday 20 June 2016

This One (High On The Groove) serves up energetic rock beats, upbeat vocals and a uplifting melody




Luna Rose are a four piece from Corby, Northamptonshire who bring an Indie sound that transcends musical genres, so if you're a fan of Kasabian, Tame Impala or The Dandy Warhols then you'll love the guys.

This One (High On The Groove) serves up energetic rock beats, upbeat vocals and a uplifting melody.

Luna Rose took time out of their busy schedule to answer a few questions.

1)  How did you get into music in the first place? 

Rory: Boredom really, music was becoming more of an influence and started to take up more time. Naturally drawn to it. 

Kieran: Family I grown up with it I suppose  

2) Who were your musical influences?

Kieran: Ian brown, charlatans, Stephen Malkmus, mike skinner, teenage fanclub.

Rory: Paul Weller, Stone Roses aswell, James Brown, Otis Redding, Led Zeppelin, Hendrix could go on for days!

3) What tunes are currently on repeat on your Mp3 Player?

Kieran: Coops - lost souls  

Rory: Anything by Nas at the minute

4) What’s your life outside of music?

Kieran: Nothing music pretty takes up everything   

Rory: Yeah pretty much, if we arent practising or gigging, we're only working!   

5) If you could collaborate with any singer who would it be?

Kieran:  Lauryn Hill  

Rory: Iggy Pop

6) What’s your favourite genre of music?

Kieran: Electronic Hip-Hop  

Rory: Soul/Motown

7) What’s next for you musically and are there plans for a UK Tour? 

Rory: yeah we're going to try and record another E.P along with videos and a single, hopefully get that and tour it round the UK  

Kieran: I'd love to play somewhere in Europe. 

8) Where do you draw inspiration for your song lyrics?

Rory: Anything and nothing. Just depends what comes out or whats happened that day. What youve seen or heard, or just write complete nonsense. "Whispers on clouded mountains, ringing chimes off in my mind" what does that even mean?!

9) What is your guilty pleasure?

Spanking

Website - https://lunarosa.bandcamp.com/releases

Sunday 19 June 2016

Rescue Me perfectly represents Solara's mission statement with smooth instrumentals and soft vocals



Solara are an alternative rock project that began 2 years ago in Amherst, Massachusetts.

The band's line up is Curtis Barnes (Cellist / Backing Vocals) and Varun Sheel (Lead Singer/Guitarist and Lyricist).


The duo have been friends since 5th Grade and the idea for the band came from wanting to create a group with the potential to truly capture and chronicle how powerful and emotive music can be.


Rescue Me is the perfect musical representation of Solara's mission statement with smooth instrumentals as the sounds of the acoustic guitar and cello are the perfect combo and coupled with soft vocals means we are treated to a beautiful and radiant melody.


Bandcamp -  https://solara-music.bandcamp.com/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/music.solara/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/solarasound
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/solara-music
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfpTDm_udV3v8ggkFhb7_PA
Reverbnation - https://www.reverbnation.com/solaramusic




Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Friday 17 June 2016

I Need You sees Jessie deliver smooth vocals and a soulful melody



Jessie Ruffin is a 16 year old Singer/Songwriter from Georgia, USA.

His new single I Need You has already clocked over 16,000 plays on Soundcloud and with Jessie's smooth vocals and a soulful melody it is instantly apparently why.

I Need You easily demonstrates that Jessie has heaps of musical and lyrical potential that's just waiting to be tapped into.

Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jruffin2000