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Monday mashup 2019: vol. 36

Hard to believe that December has arrived and 2019 is coming to a close.  In the weeks ahead we will be releasing our lists of the best singles, videos and albums of the year, as well as sharing some new holiday classics.  But before we do that, here’s our first Monday Mashup of the month.

CALIFORNIA COUNTRY SHOW RADIO PODCAST

In the “It’s About Time” category, the California Country Show Radio Podcast has announced that it will begin a series entitled “Trailblazers – Women in Country Music.”   The podcast will feature in-depth interviews with the women who set the stage for the future of country music, and we for one can’t wait to check it out.  Here’s the schedule:

December 2nd:  Dixie Jade  https://www.dixiejade.com/

December 9th:  Julia Hatfield  https://www.juliahatfield.com/

December 16th:  Honey County  http://www.honeycounty.com/

December 23rd:  Darci Carlson  https://www.facebook.com/darcicarlsonmusic/

December 30th:  Sheyna Gee  http://www.sheynagee.com/

For more info, check out their website.

NEW SINGLES

Our first single comes from Julia Jonas, who we think has the potential to truly clear the “Air.”  We are in love with her amazing voice and the words of the song are so uplifting.

Our next single is a true rocker from Nuns of the Tundra.  Check out “Sign in Blood.”

We introduced you to Australia’s The Skelton Collective last January, and they’re back with a new single, “Coffee & Hope.”  We are glad to hear more from this amazing group.  Put this one on repeat.

Our fourth single comes from Lostboycrow, and is full of retro influences.  Check out “Moonlight,” and get up and dance.

Our final single this week is from Unbroken Expanse and simply titled “Go.”  We highly recommend you enjoy this one and add them to your list of future superstars.

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

Our first music video this month is from the brilliant band Papyllon, who we recently introduced to you.  Here is the lyric video for their latest, “All the Time,” and we can see this song becoming a huge hit.

Next up is an interesting video from California’s Dankrupt, who seem to be “Drowning” in great musical ideas.  We love their sound and think  you will too.

Need an escape this holiday season from all the stress of shopping?  We highly recommend you put on the latest video from Eric Tingstad and find your “Solace.”

Next up is a very special video of the song Erick Macek wrote for his wife for their wedding day.  Check out the simple beauty of “Your Hand.”  See if it doesn’t spark you to be more romantic.

We close out the week with this beautiful original Christmas song by Christian artist Plumb.  She tells us “It’s Christmastime.”  Enjoy the season.

 

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Artists Worth Checking Out indie music Monday Mashup Singles and Videos

Monday mashup 2019: vol. 31

Just when we thought things were started to stabilize, the universe laughed at us.  We spent all of last Tuesday moving into our new apartment, but couldn’t get the internet up or finish moving in until late Wednesday.  I’m currently working two part-time jobs, while Chelle just got promoted to shift manager.  I work Tuesdays from 10-4, Wednesday through Saturday from 10 to 9:30, and Sundays from 9:45 to 6:30, with Monday my only day off.  Chelle’s schedule is even crazier and she is working 50-60 hours a week, so we were looking forward to having a relaxing day off today, only to wake up this morning to find that our electricity had been disconnected due to a miscommunication about a deposit.  That forced us to head back over to my brother’s house, where I’m currently sitting and working off the lap top to write today’s column.  No promises but I do hope to also complete the Andy Grammer review today.  In the meantime, here are some new singles and videos on this final Monday in October.

NEW SINGLES

Our first single this week is a hip-hop song about making the best out of the bad times (so appropriate for us right now).  “Another Day in the Life” is from Tha Third i, and we highly recommend you listen to the words.

Next is a beautiful song from Emmrose that is ethereal and eerie but somewhat comforting.  We love the sound of her vocals and the words cut deep.  Give a listen to “Tonight” and let us know what you think.

Our third single is actually a pair and comes from New Zealand transplant and current LA singer-songwriter Eden Iris.  The current single is called “Birthday Baby” and comes with its B side, “Lullaby.”  Her vocals remind us of early Gwen Stefani.  Check them out and feel the Kiwi love.

Single number four is the perfect song for this time of year, although it is actually about abandonment.  We think this song belongs on Top 40 radio, and love the sound of Carvi‘s “Ghosted.”

Our final single this week is from the classic rock sound of Koala Queen.  We definitely agree it’s about “Time” for this band to break out.

MUSIC VIDEOS

We continue in the rocking vein for the latest video from British punk rockers The Kut.  Although the single will not be “officially” released until Halloween, here is the video for “X-ray Eyes.”  We truly dig it.

Next up is a modern-day band that borrows heavily from the 80s groove on their latest, “What About Tonight.”  We think this band deserves national attention and heavy rotation on American radio, as they are busting out in Europe already.  Check out Papyllon.

We think we found our new favorite artist in Rachel Lorin.  Not only is she incredibly beautiful, but she has powerful vocals like early Kelly Clarkson, and a music video that is one of the hottest we have seen.  This one will make you sweat and is perfect for your next workout routine.  Go for the “Gold.”

Video number four has equally powerful vocals from Iris and a visually stimulating video for her song, “Stars.”  All of this great music is making today so much better.

We close out this week with the stunning video for “Heaven’s Gate,” the single version of which we shared with you a couple of weeks ago.  Just in time for Halloween, “drink the Kool Aid” and give another listen to Emily Breeze and watch as the song literally comes to life.