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Ten great singles released in November 2019

Happy Black Friday!  Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving.  We spent the day with my brother’s in-laws, his wife and kids, her brother and his family and lots of dogs.  The food was plentiful and it was a very relaxing day, despite the cold and rain.  Today it’s off to brave the crowd at my Sam’s Club before heading back to Pizza Hut tomorrow for the annual day of bedlam, when OK faces OK State.  In the meantime, here are Ten Great Singles that were released in November, on top of the previously shared 20 singles from our Monday Mashup.  We hope you enjoy them.

We kick things off with Mrs. Henry, a classic rock band from San Diego, which will release its latest effort, a live album, on January 20.  Here is “All I Can Do (live).”  We love their retro sound and hope it kicks off your day perfectly.

Next up is the latest from Canadian singer-songwriter Andria Piperni, a neo-soul tune tinged with R&B and jazz called “Yours.”  We are proud to share this instant classic tune and encourage all “hopeless romantics” to check her out.

Single number three comes from the smooth sound of C. SHIROCK, who is “Lost to the Night.”  We think he could easily become one of our favorite voices.  This one is powerful, and we think perfect for this time of the year.  It tells the story of his producer’s brother and their heartfelt reconciliation.  Share this one with everyone.

Next up is an electronic duo that formed their band while on a flight to Europe.  The sound is pure 90s and full of what made electronica so popular.  Check out Divine Astronaut and their debut single, “Undone.”

We round out our first five with the return of Sonja Midtune, who we have previously featured back in February.  This one is absolutely stunning, encouraging and powerful.  Check out “Talk to Me.”

We interrupt our Ten Great Singles article to present the latest from multi-platinum selling artist Anna Nalick (“Breathe (2 a.m.)”), who has recently signed with Chesky Records.  She brings her unmistakable style to a cover of the classic song, “As Time Goes By.”  We are happy to hear a totally different sound from her, and think you’ll love her version of this standard.

Our second five starts with the dynamic sister duo The Parkers.  Here is their latest, “AI Mind,” and we think it deserves serious airplay on the radio.  Let us know what you think.

Next up is a single released today from Vicky Sometani that is upbeat, fun and truly worthy of its title, “Breeze.”  Put this one on repeat and chill.

Single number eight is an R&B/soul smooth jam called “Fourth of July” from the stunning LA artist, Jane Q Public.

https://soundcloud.com/jane-fishman/fourth-of-july-3

Our ninth single reminds us of early Colbie Cailat, and we are head over heels for Caley Rose.  We think her new single is definitely “Worth the Trip.”  With a debut this strong, we think she can definitely go anywhere, and we’ll follow.

We close out this edition of Ten Great Singles with the latest silky and jazzy smooth jam from Kylie Odetta.  This one sums up what most of us are feeling this time of year, “Too Broke Too Busy.”  Enjoy your Black Friday and we’ll be back soon with our Ten Amazing Videos set.

 

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Monday mashup 2017: Vol. 19

Welcome to a new week.  Next month at this time we will be in Los Angeles for the final two weeks of the Hollywood Fringe Festival.  We are pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring our first award this year, in honor of our friend Larry Cornwall, who passed away in March from brain cancer.  The Larry Cornwall Award for Musical Excellence will be given to a play that best incorporates music within its context.  We are also happy to announce that the uber-talented Alli Miller and Michael Shaw Fisher will be assisting us in determining the winner of the award.  Both of them are multi-winners at Fringe, and integral parts of their companies, Cherry Poppins Productions and Sacred Fools.  Come join us at the Fringe!

SHANNON HURLEY TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM

Shannon Hurley has launched a pre-sale for her new album, New Day, which will be released on June 30.  We will have a review of the album posted shortly.  In the meantime, check out her website and pre-order the album.  Based on what she has done in the past, we are sure this new album will be equally wonderful.

MUSIC VIDEOS

Our only new video this week comes from the Big Apple.  The New ResistANTS released their video for “Onny Swar” on May 11.  We kinda like this grunge-punk sound and think you will too.

NEW SINGLES

Toronto-based High Signs has released the first single, “A Much Larger Ocean,” from their forthcoming album If So, Then What?  This hard-driving rock song contains some powerful truth.  Let us know what you think.

For all you electronica fans, here’s the latest from Adrian Underhill.  He has asked Toronto-based producer Harrison to remix the song, and we like the results.  Let us know what you think.

Last, but not least, we present 19-year old Kylie Odetta with the first single, “Stress,” from her new EP, Undertow, set to be released on May 19.  We think her vocals are dreamy and look forward to hearing more from this up and coming artist.