Sunday, 6 April 2014

The delightful vocals of Bristol Singer/Songwriter Natalie Holmes


Today sees the release of Natalie's latest EP - Over and Out, with 5 elegant melodies which effortlessly showcase Natalie's musical prowess as not only a first class vocalist but also as a musician and songwriter extraordinaire - both lyrically and musically she's come along long way since Good Morning Sleepyhead.

 iTunes - Over and Out EP

Don't Know Me is a mellow melody and with its catchy instrumentals it makes for a enjoyable tune. I first had the pleasure of seeing a strip backed version of this at The Garage, Islington.

Fireman features heart felt and moving lyrics, Natalie's lyrical wizardy certainly has a way of connecting with you emotionally and making you feel you're part of the song.

 With a elegant intro All I Ask is another heart felt number and this time it's about treating good people the way they deserve.

 Running features a smooth intro, a elegant instrumental arrangement and Natalie's smooth vocals - this is such a enjoyable tune and also without a doubt it's my favourite song on the EP.

 Brother starts with a memorable piano intro and stirring vocals, Natalie's voice really moves you with this song - this is such a short but nonetheless beautiful melody.

 Musically Natalie continues to go from strength to strength , whether it's with her solo material or the start of her new musical project, Winter Springs - one thing is for certain Miss Holmes is a first class musical entertainer.

 Website - http://www.natalieholmes.co.uk/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/natalieholmesmusic?fref=ts

 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/winterspringsmusic
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Tuesday, 1 April 2014

The powerful vocals of Joanna Weston


Joanna Weston released her debut studio album on 5 April 2014. Moving from Guildford in the UK, she has been based in The Netherlands working with some incredible musicians, fine tuning each of the songs that appear on this beautiful album. Now released, she is so excited that it’s finally out in the world for all to hear because the end result of all their hard work is truly fantastic!

Joanna and her band took the stage on 5 April 2014 in Utrecht to celebrate the release of ‘Inside Out’, where they performed all tracks, which appear on the album as well as songs from her two previous EPs. ‘Inside Out’ includes audience favourites from her live gigs ‘I Know’, ‘Say So’, and ‘What Are We Fighting For’ plus some new songs that have never been heard before. 

The Album contains 11 tracks, which are all written by Joanna and performed with her band, made up of musicians from Utrecht, and was recorded, mixed and mastered at Studio Frank Rijk (Utrecht) by Frank van der Meulen.

Born in London, her two previously released EPs ‘What Do I Do?’ (2010) and ‘Pieces Of The Puzzle’ (2011) have both been well received and appreciated by music lovers.

Joanna is a storyteller who conveys her experiences with great flair. Her music is upbeat and ‘real life’. It is a fine combination of folk-pop that you would want to hear time again.

Hypnotic vocals with her beautifully crafted music showcase her skill and versatility as a songwriter and performer. Joanna’s performances are always uplifting, you must see her live!

Many radio stations around the world, including BBC Introducing, Eagle Radio, Kane FM, the Tom Robinson's BBC6 Music 'Fresh On The Net' show regularly support her music. She was also recently invited by Dutch radio stations including Radio1.nl to play live and promote her new debut album. 

Whether a prestigious venue, festival or intimate house concert, Joanna loves to perform. She has played shows in the UK, Turkey, Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands and is excited to take her album on tour so look out for forthcoming tour dates very soon.

The first thing that hits you from the moment you click play is Joanna's unique and powerful vocals and if that wasn't enough you are also dazzled by beautiful and catchy instrumentals.

 Desire is not only upbeat but also a moving tune which is haunting in places.

 Don't Stop is a enjoyable up tempo song with a Spanish style guitar arrangement.

 What We Are Fighting for is a laid back and more somber track.

 Little Things has a bluesy feel to it and the instrumental arrangement is something special.

 Say So is a love song with lyrics which come straight from the heart.

 Drive features a beautiful stringed arrangement.

 I'm Not Ok is another melancholy themed number, this time covering the sadness of heartbreak.

 In contrast to the last track I Can't Believe is a much more upbeat and cheerful song plus Joanna's vocals towards the end are a real delight.

 Inside Out is a beautiful song about soul searching and trying to find your place in life.

 I Know is a fast paced and cheerful with beautiful and heartfelt lyrics, this track is a great way for Joanna to conclude 11 elegant melodies.

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

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joannaweston
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Monday, 31 March 2014

Old School Rock courtesy of World 5


World 5 delivers old school rock at its finest with powerful instrumentals and up beat vocals.

 It's not just the production which makes this song so memorable but also the message delivered through heartfelt lyrics.

 Lyrics which are relevant to the world today and how it's up to us to make it a better place for future generations. Nice use of the piano arrangement which reminds me of the Baywatch Theme Tune.

 World 5 are a pop/rock band that were formed around Lead Singer and Grammy Award Winner Pat Hunt.

 The founding members are guitarist Steffen Goeres , Saxophonist Stephan Goessl and Drummer Raimund Breitfeld ; the trio have known each other since their teenage years.

 They recorded their first album Global Experience over 3 continents with former members Don Bruner and Roland Childs.

World 5's global influenced pop/rock sound garnered the interest of Texans Pat Hunt and Randy Miller who helped produce the first album and also joined the band at the end of 2012.

 June 2013 saw a line up change with Stephan leaving and Texan Guitarist Joe Gavito joining the band.

The band's current line up is as follows.

 Pat Hunt - Lead Vocals, Keyboard
- Pat has opened for the likes of The Pointer Sisters, The Temptations and Willie Nelson.

 Randy Miller - Bass, Vocals
Steffen Goeres - Lead, Acoustic Guitars, Trumpet and Fluegelhorn
Joe Gavito - Electric Guitars
Raimund Breitfeld - Drums, Percussions

 Website - http://world5music.com/

Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/World5band


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Sunday, 30 March 2014

The musical magnificence of The Incarnation by Eurielle


https://soundcloud.com/eurielle/sets/the-incarnation-debut-ep-song

 I'll Be Waiting begins with a orchestric arrangement reminiscent of old school Bond Movies and then Eurielle's silky vocals wash over you, whilst a Poppy instrumental arrangement dazzles your auditory senses.

 Waterfalls is a unique musical mix with a multitude of instruments entertaining us and Eurielle beautifully showcasing her captivating vocal range.

Gold features a unique intro, it's hard to tell if the effects are vocal or instrumental. 

 The melody crescendos and treats us to catchy percussion beats, beautiful vocals and sensuous lyrics. 

 The Incarnation truly is three tracks of musical magnificence, from its vocals to its lyrics to its instrumentals, everything is first class.

 Eurielle is originally from North Yorkshire but is currently based in London, having studies at the Royal Academy of Music as a classical soprano with a vocal scholarship on the Bachelor of Music course from 2007 to 2011.

 In 2010 she had the pleasure of getting introduced to Ryan Laubscher (a multi platinum producer who previously worked with the likes of Katherine Jenkins, Russell Watson and Pixie Lott)

Eurielle and Ryan started writing and recording together and have produced 14 songs including those featured on the EP. the Album should be out this year.

 Eurielle's music has been compared to Enya, Evanescence, Bat For Lashes, Bjork, Ellie Goulding, Madonna, Dido and James Bond Soundtracks.

 Website - http://eurielle.com/

 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Euriellemusic

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Saturday, 29 March 2014

The mesmerizing vocals of Fifi Rong


Fifi Rong's latest EP - Next Pursuit features 6 beautifully crafted tracks which not only showcase her unique and mesmerizing vocals but also hypnotic instrumental beats.

 https://soundcloud.com/fifirong/fifi-rong-next-pursuit-feat

 My favourite tracks from the EP are the delightful Intimacy which is a beautiful and calming chill out track and also Cold In You which showcase Fifi's sublime vocals. Thumbs up to the Far Eastern influences that are present in Breathless.

 The EP will be available to purchase from April, 4th. and to mark this special occasion Fifi has organised a official launch party at one of Islington's prominent live music establishments, The Garage.

Once it is released Next Pursuit will be available to purchase from either of the two links below

 http://fifirong.bandcamp.com/ or https://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/fifi-rong/id448530651

 Tickets for this unmissable music event are available to purchase from here -https://www.facebook.com/events/587885434633193/?fref=ts

 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fifirongmusic


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Friday, 28 March 2014

The catchy and semi comedic lyrics of The Village


Little Tom Peep is a catchy little tune with semi comedic lyrics and a uplifting instrumental arrangement that gets your foot stomping. That's The Way it is opens with a smooth and 
addictive instrumental sequence.

 http://www.reverbnation.com/artist_3492016

 The Village is a music project setup by Guitarist and principal songwriter for Derby Band LAF Phil Matthews.

 Phil has been a songwriter for over 25 years and his most recent songs haven't suited LAF hence we saw the beginnings of the village with it's themes of reflection, the past and the future

 Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/pages/profile/1405011743047966?sk=app_2405167945

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Thursday, 27 March 2014

The musically entertaining Hoshizora


Hoshizora entertains us with her soothing vocals and strip backed instrumentals.

 https://hoshizora.bandcamp.com/

 Her 8 track album is a real delight to listen to as Hoshizora effortlessly switches between melancholy and uplifting tempos.

 My fave track is Apathy as Hoshizora delivers something musically unique with her delightful and upbeat vocals and the beauty of the flute.

 Originally from Indiana, Jessica moved to Chicago from a very early age and it was as she was growing up that she studied Piano, Clarinet and Saxophone. It didn't end there for whilst in High School she participated in the Jazz Band and Orchestras.

 Whilst music was clearly Jessica's extra curricular love, Science was her curricular love and it was this which saw her graduate with a degree in Biology in 2002.

 It was also at this point where she had developed a fondness for world travel, something which she had gotten the taste for whilst studying in China and Australia during her university years and also when she visited her parents who had moved to Brazil.

 Jessica never gave up her musical interests as she still participated in woodwind performances and toured across America and Canada with the University's Wind Ensemble. After spending a gap year in Australia, Jessica returned back to the USA to progress her studies by enrolling at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography in San Diego.

 It was at this time Jessica realised music was her true calling and she not only started composing her own songs on Guitar but also performed at the numerous local open mic nights. This not only led to her securing her own bookings but also saw the start of her music career.

 In 2004 she graduated from Scripps with a Master's degree and then returned to the pacific northwest to establish herself as a singer/songwriter in Seattle. It was then she recorded her first album, the self released An Island In The Night, whilst going unnoticed in Seattle it fared much better in her parents hometown (at the time) of Owensboro, Kentucky where it gained weekly radio airplay and it wasn't long before Jessica relocated there.

 It was at this time she developed her audio production skills at a local studio and also teamed up with local filmmaker P.J. Starks

 Jessica bitten by the travel bug once again moved to the UK to learn more about music, specifically Jazz performance and composition and to be honest she couldn't have opted for a more apt place to study then the home of The Beatles, Liverpool.

 It was during this time she had the fortune of meeting her future husband, Bass Player Sean Davey. It was also then she took part in a solo vocal piano performance on the main stage of the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

 Jessica aced her degree with first class honours and then moved to the bright lights of London, where she performed not only regularly with Jazz FM Artist Kate Threlfall, the duo even performed at the opening of The Boisdale, Canary Wharf where Jools Holland was the host for the evening but also on her own at various songwriter nights.

 In 2011 Jessica tied the knot with Sean Davey in a small ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee before the happy couple relocated to Sean's home town of Taunton, Somerset.

 In addition to her solo performances, Jessica is also in a 7 piece Latin Band Salsation.

 Website - http://www.jessicadavey.co.uk/



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