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Monday mashup 2020 (vol 15)

We made it to the last day of summer and we’ve got some hot tunes to share with you today before the cold days of fall and winter begin.

NEW SINGLES

First up this week is the latest from another sterling act represented by Ue3 Promotions.  This time it’s a sister act featuring twins Jana and Jacy Ayers aka Lavendine.  They have a sound with perfect harmonies like another great sister act Karmina, with the driving beat of Evanescence.  We love it and can’t wait to hear what’s coming next.  This song takes Christian music to a new level and deserves serious airplay on stations like KLOVE.  Check out the newly remixed “Rapture.”

We switch things up with the latest acoustic Americana of Rob Williams, who brings us his song, “Nameless.”  We love the down home sound of his music, and think he has a bright future with his modern day Dylan-esque sound.

Continuing on in the Americana vein is the latest from Blue Élan Records‘ sweethearts Mustangs of the West, featuring the stirring vocals of Suzanna  Spring and the soulful mournings of Aubrey Richmond‘s violin.  Dig deep and enjoy this perfect cover of Chris Cornell’s “I am the Highway.”

Moving on to a more R&B sound, here’s “Love Again” from the uber talented Deanna Devore.  This song soars to new heights and gives us all hope that love will prevail.

Our final single this week is a portrait of perfection with a sound that reminds us of The Beatles early work.  The artist is JJ Draper and the song is “Part of a Piece of This.”  We think he’s got something – what say you?

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

Our first video this week is a loving tribute on the 50th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix‘s death by blues legend Diana Rein.  Check out her amazing cover of “Voodoo Child.”

Speaking of great musicians who have passed on, the latest from BLAZAR has a definite Prince feel and is a powerful lyric video.  Check out “Precious.”

Our third video is a light-hearted tribute to those “Sky Dancers” we see everywhere.  Join the incredibly talented and uber comedic Scout Durwood on her latest fun video.  If this one doesn’t bring a smile to your face, then you’re taking life far too seriously.

Next up is the latest from Brooke Moriber, and we think it’s her best one yet.  She encourages us to not give up with “Better Days,” and we could not be more hopeful.

We close out this edition of Monday Mashup with the new video from up and coming Americana artist Nikki O’Neill.   She says that “You’re the Only One That Gets Me,” but we think everyone will want to get more from this amazing performer.

 

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indie music Monday Mashup Singles and Videos

Monday mashup 2020 (vol 11)

We’re back!  After a flurry of Pizza Hut RGM (that’s restaurant general manager) resignations, I have had to work 70+ hours for each of the past three weeks.  In fact, today is only my second day off since this began.  So much great music has been released recently that we hardly know where to start.  We hope you are as excited by these new tunes as we are in sharing them.

NEW SINGLES

Our first new single is from Alecia Nugent, with a country gem that will definitely pull at your heart strings.  Check out “They Don’t Make ’em Like my Daddy Anymore.”

Next up is a timely song from Blue Élan Records resident country songstress, Chelsea Williams.  Listen to the words and take action – “No Justice, No Peace.”

Single number three is a call to action to those who haven’t learned that “Actions speak louder then words.”  It’s been a long time since Ali Handal released new music, and based on her latest, the wait was worth it.  Listen to “Shut Your Mouth and Do Something,” and take it to heart.

We have a special YouTube single for you today, with the release of the latest from South Africa’s own Cara Frew.  She’s “Waiting for Love,” and we don’t want her to wait any longer.

Next up is a song that combines the resources of the uber-talented Shooter Jennings with his long-time friend and bassist, Ted Russell Kamp.  “Home Sweet Hollywood” is from Kamp’s latest offering, From the Den, and shows that Kamp is not just a supporting musician by a front man on his own.  Enjoy this groovy tune.

Our final single this week is the perfect marriage of blues and rock, and feels like BB King and Jimi Hendrix had a love child.  Enjoy the rocking “Touch the Sky,” from the James Pace Band.

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

We kick off our music videos this week with the latest lyric video from Life.Church Worship, from their forthcoming EP, Jesus is Near, which will be released on August 14.  Here’s “Never Will.”

Back in July 1983, Christian music was changed with the birth of STRYPER, the first Christian metal band.  The band has announced the release of their new album, Even the Devil Believes, on September 4.  In the meantime, they have released a lyric video for the timely “Make Love Great Again.”  We are so  happy to have them back.

Our next lyric video is from BLAZAR, aka Jerad Finck, who is joined by DAXSEN on “Tomorrow.”  It is no wonder this latest collaboration is headed to the top of the charts.

One of our favorite Latin artists, Vanessa Zamora, has a sure hit with the R&B-tinged stylings of “Ayer.”  This one will help you get your groove on.

We close out this edition of Monday Mashup with the latest masterpiece from Ben Fuller.  “Find my Faith” will strengthen your own resolve to make it through these trying days.