Happy Veterans Day (day 2). Since the real day fell on a Sunday, the government is honoring it today, giving us veterans a double holiday. Thanks to Red Robin and Applebee’s for feeding so many of us yesterday, and to Denny’s and Noodles Express for taking care of us today. We’ve got some news for you, as well as five new singles and music videos to share, so grab your coffee and let’s get going.
HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES DATES FOR 2019
The tenth annual Hollywood Fringe Festival will be held June 13-30, 2019, with previews from June 6-11 and the Opening Night Party on June 12. In addition, they are now accepting applications for Fringe Scholarships. As we previously informed you, our very own LA Music Critic has launched an Indiegogo campaign to raise money for his first solo show, Livin’ the Dream, which is scheduled to premiere at HFF19. Please check out his campaign and support him if you can. We thank you for whatever you can contribute.
NEW SINGLES
Our first single comes from a pair of songwriters we have met as a result of our involvement in the Durango Songwriters Expo. Richard Harris is an amazing songwriter and mentor who has worked with a number of DSE alum, and his collaboration with fellow Brit Greg Holden on “Something Beautiful” gives us hope in this troubled time. We have wanted to share this one since we heard it at the Expo in October.
While we’re spotlighting UK artists, here are a couple of singles we have received as a result of our affiliation with “Send to Media.” First up is Welshman Ryan Davies, who continues the aforementioned theme with “Beautiful Thing.” This one reminds us of Rod Stewart.
Our third single is a super-cool upbeat dance pop track from Fanny Andersen. Check out her groovy number, “Dollar Signs.” Although this one technically came out in September, we missed it and wanted you to have the chance to hear what should be the first of many hit songs from her.
https://soundcloud.com/edda-music/fanny-andersen-dollar-igns/s-5gCif
Our fourth single comes from Hotel Mira, who says they were inspired to write “Jungle” after viewing the Oscar nominated film, Lady Bird. Let us know what you think of this outstanding indie rock band, which we previously featured in our Ten Great Singles of April article.
Our final single today is a delightful cover of the Prince-written Sinead O’Connor song “Nothing Compares 2 U” by Norwegian artist Anna of the North. Enjoy this one which should get your week off to a great start.
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Our first video this week is from former Mickey Mouse Club and The Voice contestant Tony Lucca, who reminds us that “Everthing’s Changing.” We love this one.
Next up is the latest from the one and only KT Tunstall. Here’s her video for her latest single, “Human Being.” Special props to Eccaia Sampson, the unbelievable 8-year old martial artist who stars in the video.
Our third video is some rocking blues from Karen Lawrence and Blue by Nature. Check out this live version of their song, “It’s All About You.” Thanks to Doug Deutsch for sharing this one with us.
Our fourth video takes us from the blues to R&B. We love this one from the amazing Lorelle Howard, who mixes several genres to deliver a gem in “Runnin.”
Our final video this week is “World Domination,” an indie rock post apocalyptic smash from Band of Silver that pays homage to such classic movies as The Hunger Games.