Happy tax day! Two weeks from today we’ll be in Los Angeles to begin rehearsals for my solo show, Livin’ the Dream (a journalistic journey). We open on June 7 at studio/stage in Hollywood, and will be doing five performances during the month of June. If you believe in the arts, and want to help us put on this show, please visit our fundraiser page at GoFundMe and donate. Thanks.
We are also making our final preparations for the third annual LA Music Critic Award Winners Showcase on June 18 at The Mint LA. Tickets are on sale now at the venue website, as well as through PayPal. If you want to purchase tickets through PayPal, use lamusiccritic@yahoo.com as the payee and indicate how many tickets you want. The cost is just $10 per ticket. Please help us showcase these amazing indie artists and raise funds for the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.
NEW SINGLES
Our first single this week comes from LA Music Critic Award winning country trio Southern Halo, who has been featured on numerous occasions in this blog. We simply love their new single, which truly sets the stage for summer. Give it up for these three young ladies, who are bringing us the “Sunshine.”
Next up is a band from Stockholm that will put you in a party mood, even though the words are nothing to laugh about. The sound is so infectious and upbeat that you will enjoy it, even though it’s about sadness. Check out “Cryin’ (such a disgrace)” from Delsbo Beach Club.
Our third single is the title track to the new album by Field Guide. It’s called “Full Time,” and we think it demonstrates that this artist is ready for prime time. We love the accompaniment and the honesty and integrity of the lyrics. Enjoy it.
https://soundcloud.com/user-574887665/full-time-master
Next up is the sweet simple acoustic stylings of Hong Kong born singer-songwriter Allman Brown. This artist has a perfect radio-friendly sound and we think he is on his way to the top of the charts. Check out his single, “Lonely Hearts, Los Angeles,” and you’ll see what we mean.
Our final single this week is from the ever-impressive Jess Ribeiro, who consistently delivers quality music. This is from her recently released album LOVE HATE, and describes her love/hate relationship with “Dylan.” We’re sure you can relate.
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Our first video this week comes from Broadway legend Eden Espinosa (Wicked), and is an incredible video for her single “Bed for 2.” Her voice is electric and her songwriting is some of the best we have heard this year. Enjoy this one – we think she’ll be riding the top of the charts in no time.
We think our next video, “Ring Ring” will definitely get you up and ready for the dance floor. We love the sound of Nikki Paige, and were impressed that she has been a paid songwriter since the age of 11! Let us know what you think about her.
Our next video is a well-shot film for the latest from Taveeta, “Chasing Feelings.” She has an amazing voice and and hip-hop/R&B sense of style to her sound.
Our next video is the perfect segue and features R&B artist Àkin. Check out the smooth sound of “Green Light,” with just the right amount of reggae goodness to take it over the top.
We close out this week with a beautiful remake of the classic Minnie Ripperton song “Loving You.” We think T’Melle has the perfect voice for the song, and captures it perfectly.