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Monday mashup 2020 (vol 10)

Happy Monday the 13th!  It’s been a busy but productive week, and we’re happy to be back to share five more music videos and singles this week.  Please let us know what you think about our selections.

NEW SINGLES

First up this week is the title track from the latest by the amazing blues artist Katie Knipp.  We discovered her about a year ago and have been blown away by her talent.  She does not look like the typical blues artist until she opens up her mouth and then OMG – shut the front door!  She is a dynamo on the guitar and an intriguing writer, but her voice is what sells it.  Check out “Chamomile and Cocaine” and tell us you’re not immediately hooked.  This lady belongs in the Memphis Blues Hall of Fame.  Watch for a review of her entire album shortly.

Next up is the equally beautiful sound of Elia F. Compton and her debut single, “This Moment.”  She has so much passion in her voice that it immediately draws you in with a song that is an instant classic.  We think we will be hearing a lot more from this amazing artist.

So many of us were huge fans of the prog rock band Yes during the late 60’s until the early 80’s.  Their lead singer, Jon Anderson, has now signed with Blue Élan Records and has released a solo album that brings back all the greatness of Yes and then some.  His latest, “First Born Leaders,” is a total paradigm shift and we think it shows just the tip of the iceberg of talent for this amazing artist.  Check it out and feel the love.

Speaking of rock, our next single is from the awesome Abby K, who proves that she can definitely “Rock the Rock.”  She reminds us of a cross between Orianthi and Avril Lavigne, and we are hooked.  Check it out.

We close out this week with the pop mastery of Brandon Hutcheson.  He has that definite boy band vibe and this one could soon be at the top of the pop charts.  Enjoy “Don’t Say.”

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

For all of you that miss going out dancing, our first video this week will definitely compel you to get up and dance to the zydeco sound of Sean Ardoin.  His intention was to create a “CoronaCation” and we think he has truly nailed it.  Not only that but he provides the vocals, bass, accordion and washboard for this amazing song.  Check out “Came Thru Pullin.”  Even though it’s been out a couple of months, this one was too good to pass up.

Next up is the visually stunning video for the smooth sound of Fred Hostetler‘s “River of Hope.”  Listen to the positive and affirming lyrics of the sound while you groove to the 60’s style rock, which features Robbie Cribbs  This one is a keeper.

Our third video is a new age masterpiece from GoldFlēce called “Space Rider.”  We love the visuals for this lyric video, but truly enjoy the relaxing vibe of the song.  We think this one should be your background chill time song.

Video number four is from the legendary Ted Russell Kamp, who has been a part of numerous bands including CALICO and Shooter Jennings, as well as proving that the bass is the sexiest instrument in music.  His latest album, Down in the Den, has been released, along with this amazing first single and video, “Have Some Faith.”  Chill out to the amazing down home sound of TRK.

We close out the week with another artist TRK has worked with, Tawny Ellis.  Her strong vocals fit perfectly with this song co-written with TRK called “Deep End of Love,” from her upcoming album Love Life, which will be released on July 24.

 

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Ten amazing videos released in October 2019

We kick off this edition of Ten Amazing Videos with a hilarious reggae romp from Ricardo Barragan.  The song is full of hooks and very humorous.  Check out “Coo Coo Cucaracha Karoake.”

Our next video is from the Danish equivalent of LA’s Shannon Hurley – HunBjørn.  The video beautifully brings to life the complicated and mysterious lyrics of “Keep Breathing.”

Video number three is a modern rock song from Ten Minute Detour.  We think this one has legs and would love to hear more from them.  Check out “Bleeding Green.”

Next up is the classic rock sound of Jack Broadbent.  We love this 60s vibe on “Wishing Well” and hope to hear more from him soon.

We round out the first five videos with the stunning cinematography of Thailand’s most sought-after spa, as featured in the video for “Sanctuary” by The Isan Project (featuring Daniel Ryan).  Bask in this beauty.

Before we kick off our second five, here’s a snippet of the latest video from the prolific mind of Fred Hostetler, with his thoughts on our President.  Check out “He’s Gone Rogue,” and let us know what you think.

Our second five starts with another stunning video, this time from Canadian JS Williams.  The song is entitled “Hôtel des Arts” and features Alejandra Ribera.  Enjoy this smooth jam.

Next up is a sumptuous and steamy video from Finnish pop songstress Johanna Kuvaja that asks the question, Can I see you in the “Shower?”  Where does the line start?

We follow up those steamy visuals with an equally stunning visualization from Red Tan.  Her song “Don’t Let Go” was released on the anniversary of her husband’s death, and is truly powerful.

Video number nine is a lyric video for the amazing country song, “Avaline” by Emily Miller.  We think this lady is going to go far in country music, and look forward to hearing much more from her in the future.

We close the book on October with this amazing video statement of the power of mothers and women in general.  Check out Valerio Lysander‘s powerful tribute, “A Woman.” which he wrote for his mother on her 50th birthday.

 

 

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Ten amazing videos released in September 2019

We’re starting this week off with our list of Ten Amazing Videos released in the month of September.  There is quite a myriad of musical styles and genres, and we think we have picked a great sample of what we received.  Let us know what you think.

First up is the latest from the sultry female lead vocals of featured guest Haiva Ru on Napoleon Gold‘s song “Don’t Cut me Down.”

Our second video is a powerful visual of the amazing lyrical content of Lucas Laufen‘s “A Million Miles From Love.”  We think this one will truly inspire you.

Our next video is a funky flashback to the 70’s courtesy of Black Magic Flower Power.  Groove on the psychedelic sound of “Funky Town Sex Machine.”

We follow up funky with the mellow and melodic sound of Belgian band Portland on their latest tune, “Killer’s Mind.”  This one is worthy of multiple listens.

We round out our first five with this equally mellow song, “Alright” from Harry Nathan.  Relax with this jam.

Next up is an interesting combination – the Gayatri Mantra combined with a touch of Americana from LA Music Critic Award winner Fred Hostetler.  This one will make you think and hopefully meditate in its simplicity and beauty.

Video number seven was filmed in Dublin, Ireland and features the wailing sax and pyschedelic tones of Canada’s The Orange Kyte on their single, “Masquerade.”  Enjoy this blast from the past.

Next up is the bluesy groove of LA Music Critic Award winners Odds Lane on their song, “Seven States.”  We guarantee this one is worthy of celebrating.

On our ninth video, we get a special futuristic message from Manchester, England band Kerosene, warning  us of the dangers of artificial intelligence.  Check out “Automaton.”

We close out our list with the latest from LA’s own Lucy & La Mer on this stunning video for their song “Discover.”  We’ll be back soon with our next Monday Mashup .

 

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Ten (plus five) amazing videos released in August 2019

We hope you liked our 15 Great Singles published earlier today.  Here is our list of 15 Amazing Videos released in August 2019.

We kick things off with a video from an artist more often considered part of the music business than a working musician.  Many of you subscribe to his podcasts, follow his twitter or have read his book, but in his alter ego as Copper Jones he is also part of an amazing collective with the multi-talented Ursa Major called Brassroots District.  Here is their latest video, a cute animation that reminds us of The Archies.

Next up is an acoustic video from the Dreamers for their current hit single, “Die Happy.”  Despite the somber tone, the song is very moving.  Let us know what you think.

Our third video brings back the classic 60’s rock sound, and extols us to “Like Everyone.”  Check out The Be Positives from the UK for your daily dose of positivity.

New Dialogue brings us our fourth video this month with their acoustic rendering of the single, “Fake Smile” from the Warehouse Series.  We love their songwriting skills which hold up to the stripped down acoustic challenge.

Video number five is an upbeat and positive pop/Americana tune from Mark Oblinger and we truly dig it.  Here’s “No Regrets,” and that’s how you’ll feel watching it.

Our next video is a progressive pop/rock song from Santa Cruz-based Watch me Breathe.  Check out their lyric video for “Don’t Think I Haven’t Thought About It.”

We next feature the latest from punkers The Dollyrots with the video for their song “I Know how to Party.”  We think they nailed it.

From punk rock we go to hard rock for the latest from Versus Me, a song entitled “Heavy Breathing.”  We think there will be a lot of that going on after viewing this one.

We totally change gears for the latest lyric video from Honey River, featuring the vocals of Holly Bisala.  We share in the sentiments of “I Don’t Want to Own You.”

Video number ten is a sweet “home movie” video from one of our favorites, Hannah Trigwell.  Check out “We’re all Gonna Die.”  It will give you a lot to think about.

We start our final five videos with the latest from LA Music Critic Award winner Fred Hostetler.  He used an amazing collage of subway graffiti for the visual of his protest song, “You Don’t Know What you Don’t Know.”  This one will definitely make you think.

Next up is the latest from LA’s own Beth Hart, who has truly found her niche in the blues world.  Here is her latest video for “Bad Woman Blues,” and we think she is the perfect protagonist.

Video number 13 features the groovy sound of Ex Norwegian for their song, “Life.”  This one deserves to be put on repeat while you relax and let the music take you away.

We really believe Darro when he says “You’re not Insane.”  However the video is impressive, and gives you a lot to consider.

We close out this week with the killer sound of psychedelic rockers Between Suns and their smashing “Sun Ra.”  If this one doesn’t pump you up, nothing will.

 

 

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Ten great singles released in February 2019

We continue to be bombarded with a plethora of singles, and received another 200 or so this month.  We wish we could feature more, but we are trying to share the best of them with you each month in our Monday Mashup and Ten Great Singles columns.  Here are our picks for this month.

We wanted to start off with a bonus selection, as we just featured this artist a few weeks ago.  Fred Hostetler is a huge part of the driving force behind Blue by Nature, and he continues to evolve with his current solo effort, “Taming the Wolf.”  The song has a true acoustic delta blues vibe, and Hostetler tells a great story you’ll want to hear more than once.

Our first single this month comes from Norwegian band Kakkmaddafakka.  They have a very retro 80s sound which we truly dig.  This one is just plain fun.  Enjoy “Runaway Girl.”

French-born but London-based alternative folk singer Amelle Rose brings us our next single.  This one is a slow-cooking power ballad that will rile up your emotions and take you on a spectacular ride.  Here’s “Rain.”

Our third single comes from a group with a heavy Maroon 5 vibe.  “Strange Love” is the latest from The Unlikely Candidates, and we think it deserves heavy radio rotation.  Let us know what you think.

Next up is “Not Alright,” the debut single from 2 Paper Dolls.  These two ladies have incredible chemistry and their vocal harmonies are to die for.  We can’t wait to see what comes next, and believe we will be seeing a lot more of this band in the future.

Our fifth single this month is from Scottish folk rocker Jamie Sutherland.  This one is upbeat and will get your toes a tapping and compel you to the dance floor.  Check out “Be Careful Don’t Break my Heart.”

We start off our second set of five with Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Liam Grae.  This one is full of sex appeal, and the sultry blue-eyed soul vocals will have you swooning over “Typical.”

Next up is another LA-based singer with powerful pipes.  Check out “Winter Doesn’t Wait,” the latest smash from Zachariah.  We really think he has the chops to go all the way to the top of the charts.

https://soundcloud.com/zachariahh/winter-doesnt-wait/

Our eighth single is full of Scandi-pop and 90s R&B and would be a perfect fit for American Top 40 radio.  We love the sound of Girl Crush and think this just might be the song to break them out.  Check out “Baby Steps.”

Alt-pop duo Karina bring us our ninth single with the tantalizing “My Skin.”  It has an upbeat and danceable feel that will get you moving while the sweet vocals will thrill your ears.  Check them out.

Our final single this month comes from The Lighthouse.  This band has an enticing vibe that would do well on radio, especially college radio, and we think they deserve industry attention.  Here’s their single, “Tel Aviv.”

 

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Monday mashup 2019: vol. 5

If you love defense, then yesterday’s Super Bowl was an incredible display of power.  Both offenses sucked, but the Rams especially had a tough time against Patriots’ Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores, who will become Miami’s new head coach.  It will be interesting to see what he brings to South Florida.  Only time will tell.  In the meantime, here’s our first Monday Mashup of this short month.  We will have our Ten Great Singles and Ten Amazing Videos articles and another Women in Entertainment profile up later this week before getting back into the Get it or Forget it reviews and New Music Friday.  Let’s enjoy the latest in indie music.

Photo credit: Andie Mills

SHE ROCKS AWARDS GIVEN OUT AT THE NAMM SHOW

For the seventh year in a row, awards were given out to recognize the accomplishments of female members of the music industry at last month’s NAMM Show.  Many of the honorees performed in a concert held at the House of Blues in Anaheim and hosted by the Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN).  In addition, a Hall of Fame award was introduced this year which honored Janis Joplin.   The award was accepted by her sister, Laura Joplin, who gave an impassioned speech.  Afterwards, the other honorees joined together in a medley of Joplin’s hits, including “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Piece of My Heart,” and “Raise Your Hand.”  Those performing included Orianthi, Vanessa Amorosi, Judith Hill, Emily Armstrong, Sarah Command, Mindi Abair and Rock Sugah.

The full list of ladies honored in 2019 included Terri Nunn, lead singer of the iconic electro-pop band, BERLIN; Macy Gray, GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer and actress;
Lisa Loeb, Platinum-selling, GRAMMY Award-winning singer songwriter, touring artist and author; Nita Strauss, acclaimed solo artist and guitarist for Alice Cooper; Erika Ender, award-winning and chart topping composer, singer, co-writer of the hit “Despacito;”  Dana DuFine, VP Global Content and development AEG Facilities
Dale Krevens, vice president of Tech 21; Lynette Sage, art director of Reverb; Samantha Pink, director of business operations at JAM industries USA; Terri Winston, executive director, Women’s Audio Mission; Janet Bill Rich, Manage This Media and Bonnie Gallanter, co-producer of the She Rocks Awards and owner of Muse Artist Management.  Lyndsey Parker and Christine Devine hosted the event.

NEW SINGLES

Our first single this month comes from Los Angeles electro-pop artist Zhao.  We really dig this vibe and think this one will get your week off to a great start.  Check out “Feeling Today.”

Next up is an indie rock trio who we introduced to you back in December in our Ten Great Singles article.  Valentin Marx bring us “Last Time,” and we hope it’s not the last time we hear this amazing group.  If you are in LA, check them out at the Hotel Cafe on February 15.

Our third single gives us the rocking blues guitar and vocals of J.D. Simo, and we can’t think of a better way to keep this party going.  Check out his latest single, “You Need Love,” from his forthcoming album scheduled to drop next month.

https://open.spotify.com/album/1yRq8FxAEpL4BWtRPBiJ9g

The incredibly sweet vocals of The Desert make our next single easier to swallow.  It may be called “Bitterness,” but there is nothing foul tasting in this amazing song from one of the UK’s best indie bands who we introduced to you last October in our Ten Great Singles article.

https://soundcloud.com/funnel-music/the-desert-bitterness-1/s-747iC

Last but definitely not least this week is the latest single from Fred Hostetler, the guitarist for the incredible blues band Blue by Nature.  Here is his new solo single, “I’m a New Man,” which takes his music to an entirely different level.

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

Our first video this month comes from Brisbane-based artist Mallrat.  We love the cinematography and the vibe of this awesome pop song, “Nobody’s Home.”

Our next video is an interesting one from former opera singer turned pop powerhouse Emin Eminzada.  Here is his single “Treasure Me,” which should get you ready for Valentine’s Day.

Your eyes and ears are in for a treat with the new music video from amazing soprano singer Amy Owens.  This one checks all the boxes – great song, incredible artist and amazing dancing.  Enjoy “Discreet.”

Video number four combines great blues and pop with an Americana vibe from Foxfeather.  We are in love with this song, and can’t wait to hear what comes next.  Please enjoy “Come and Get Me.”  We accept the invitation.

Our final video this week is from Maya Lavelle and uses the story of Don Quixote to visualize her amazing song, “House on a Rocky Road.”  This is one of the best indie videos we have ever seen, and think you will likewise agree.  Enjoy this one and we’ll see you next week.