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Monday mashup 2019: vol 22

There are very few challenges that I have been unable to meet in my life, but trying to become a shift manager at Pizza Hut is on that list.  As a result, I am actively pursuing other employment and have an interview tomorrow for another customer service job.  I apologize for my lack of attention to this blog, but it has been hard to concentrate on music when I was fighting such an uphill battle.  Thankfully, that battle is over, and we’re back to start a new week with the latest Monday Mashup.

On the LA Music Critic Awards front, we have not been getting the number of views that the nominations normally bring and as a result there has only been one artist nominated for Fan Favorite so far.  We strongly encourage the nominated artists to rally their fans in this regard.  Your fans still have until August 28 to vote.

We are redefining our scope of reviews, and plan to follow this format in the future.  Mondays (Monday Mashup) will feature singles and videos, and recent artist news and updates.  Tuesdays and Thursdays (Tuesday/Thursday Treats) will feature reviews of artists we are familiar with and have previously reviewed.  Wednesdays (Unknown Wednesdays) will feature new artists who have not been previously reviewed by this blog.  Fridays (New Music Friday) will feature reviews of releases scheduled for that day.  We hope that you enjoy our new focus.

NEW SINGLES

Our first single this week is from a new artist who came to our attention courtesy of The Village Idiots.  Her name is Allanah Jeffreys and we think that she has an amazing future, if her latest song “Loyalty” is any indication.  Enjoy this piece of amazing artistry.

Next up is the intriguing sound of Teach me Human, who sound similar to Crash Test Dummies.  We really love the sound of their latest single, “Lonely Night,” and think it just might be the breakout hit they need.

Our third single is the latest jazz masterpiece from Lady Antebellum guitarist (and LA Music Critic Award winner) Slim Gambill.  Here he teams up with Jeff Coffin for the masterful “54321.”  This one deserves a Grammy!

Next up is a smooth synth-pop/rock artist by the name of Emily Breeze, and we really are digging on her sound.  Check out “Work” and see if it doesn’t brighten your day.

Our final single this week is from Axel Mansoor, and this incredibly sweet groove should get your week off to a great start to “Paradise.”

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

First up this week is a video with breathtaking cinematography from Soaware.  Check out the rocking sound of “Voltures.”  We last featured them back in April, and their rocking has only improved.

If you love blues rock then you will love the latest from Dudley Taft, “Give me a Song.”  We think this one will power your week.

Our third video will remind you of the powerful vocals of Adele, but this artist may make you forget all about her.  She is a powerful force who we think will be on the music scene for a long time.  Check out “99” from Harlea.

Next up is the synth-heavy sound of Holliday Howe, who’d “Rather Forget.”  We think everyone can identify with the sentiments expressed in her video, and think she has a definite future in indie music.

We close out this edition of Monday Mashup with the latest R&B goodness from Bassette, as she shows us that “She Bad.”  Get your groove on and enjoy this new week.

 

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Monday mashup 2019: vol. 16

Happy Earth Day.  It’s our final Monday Mashup from Montana, as we head down to California on Saturday.  We will be in Los Angeles until the end of June as yours truly presents his first solo show at the Hollywood Fringe Festival entitled Livin’ the Dream (a journalistic journey).  The preview is scheduled for June 7, with shows to follow on June 16, 20, 23 and 28 at studio/stage (520 N. Western Avenue).  We look forward to this new adventure.  Click on the link for more info.

PLEASE NOTE THAT, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, AND DUE TO OUR CURRENT COMMITMENTS, WE MUST TEMPORARILY SUSPEND  ACCEPTING REVIEW SUBMISSIONS FOR ALBUMS SCHEDULED FOR RELEASE BEFORE JUNE 1.

We have quite the backlog of current release requests that need to be completed before May 31, the end of the current cycle for the LA Music Critic Awards.  Once we get caught up and complete those currently in our possession, we will let you know we are ready to again begin accepting all submissions.

NEW SINGLES

Our first single this week comes from Holly Tucker, a Top 6 finalist on NBC’s The Voice (Team Blake).  The song is sweet and pure and should get your week off to a sober start.  Check out “Country Music Won’t Let Me.”

Next up is a band with a similar sound to Maroon 5, and we totally dig it.  Here is indie-pop band Del Pelson and their latest single, “Oak.”

Our third single comes from one of our favorite international indie artists Zsuzsika Lencses, a past LA Music Critic Award nominee.  We love her soaring vocals, the retro dance beat and the incredible keys on “Storm.”  This one is guaranteed to get  you on the dance floor.

Our fourth single is hauntingly beautiful, with soaring vocals and perfectly written lyrics that paint incredibly vivid word pictures.  Check out “Looking for God” (I am Snow Angel remix) from the stunning Coyote Eyes.

We close out this week with the perfect hip-hop/R&B sound of Aussie wordsmith Stefan Rossi.  His single “Long Road” features the sweet voice of Kenyan Elsy Wameyo, and we can’t imagine a better collaboration.

NEW MUSIC VIDEOS

Our first music video is an alt-rock gem from Italian duo Soaware, expressing their desire that “We Shall be One.”  Rock out to this one and let’s bring this request to reality.

Our next song is definitely a candidate for Song of the Year.  It has already been used on Grey’s Anatomy and The Good Doctor, and we simply love this video that drives its message home.  Here is BANNERS and their mega-hit “Got it in You.”

Our third video is from one of our favorite Glee actors, Kevin McHale.  The video features a special cameo from Modern Family‘s Nolan Gould and is set in the world of virtual reality.  Check out “Help me Now.”

Check out the amazing vocal harmonies from Aly & AJ in their latest music video for their song, “Church.”  This is one of the best songs we have heard this year and should be blowing up your radio.

We close out this week’s videos with a look at the way society treats women, when Swedish band Girl Crush delivers their iconic “Blame Girls,” released on International Woman’s Day.  Think about this one as you jam to their sweet sound.