T. Graham Brown Releases Very First Acoustic Album ‘Bare Bones’ On October 9

Featuring Stripped-Down Renditions Of His Biggest Hits

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Country Star To Sign Copies of The CD And Chat With Fans During Facebook Live Event
October 20 at 5pm CT / 6pm ET


NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country music favorite and host of SiriusXM’s LIVE WIRE show, T. Graham Brown will release an acoustic album for the first time in his career, Bare Bones, on October 9 through his partnership with Time Life. The album features stripped-down and reimagined versions of his biggest hits, including his number one hit songs "Hell and High Water,” “Don’t Go To Strangers,” and “Darlene.” 'Bare Bones' was produced by T. Graham Brown and Buddy Hyatt. Fans will be able to hear the 12-track collection on all major streaming platforms or purchase a limited-edition autographed CD on Brown’s website HERE. They’ll also be able to put in special requests for his autograph and ask him questions during his Facebook Live CD signing event on October 20 at 5 pm CT / 6 pm ET.

Visit HERE to listen or download on all major streaming platforms.

“This project is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time,” explains Brown. “There is a special vibe that you feel when it’s just a vocal and guitar. The lyrics are more present. It reminds me of why I recorded these songs in the first place. I hope y’all enjoy this record as much as I did making it.”

Bare Bones is the latest project from T. Graham Brown for Time Life, which reissued five of his albums earlier this year including 'T. Graham Brown Lives!' (which hadn’t been available in nearly 20 years), 'From a Stronger Place', 'The Next Right Thing', 'Christmas with T. Graham Brown', and his GRAMMY-nominated album 'Forever Changed' (featuring Leon Russell, The Oak Ridge Boys, Steve Cropper, Jimmy Fortune, and more). All are currently available on major digital and streaming platforms.

About T. Graham Brown:
T. Graham Brown has recorded 15 studio albums and charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard charts. He has had multiple number one hits in country, gospel, and blues. Brown’s voice is also recognized from his singing in advertising campaigns for McDonald’s, Disneyland, Almond Joy, Coca-Cola, Dodge Truck, Ford, Hardee’s, and many others including the Taco Bell 'Run For The Border' television spots. In early 2015, Brown released his latest Grammy-nominated album, Forever Changed, which featured collaborations with Vince Gill, Jason Crabb, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jimmy Fortune, and more. In 2019, Brown became part of the SiriusXM family as host of Live Wire with T. Graham Brown airing monthly on SiriusXM's Prime Country Channel 58. In 2020, Time Life partnered with T. Graham to reissue several of his classic albums, including his new acoustic album Bare Bones. T. Graham Brown still actively tours throughout the year, including multiple appearances on the legendary Grand Ole Opry and television appearances such as Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion. Brown’s uniqueness has made him one of the most beloved and iconic performers of the day.

For more information, visit tgrahambrown.com.

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Time Life is one of the world's pre-eminent creators and direct marketers of unique music and video/DVD products, specializing in distinctive multi-media collections that evoke memories of yesterday, capture the spirit of today, and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. TIME LIFE and the TIME LIFE logo are registered trademarks of Time Warner Inc. and affiliated companies used under license by Direct Holdings Americas Inc., which is not affiliated with Time Warner Inc. or Time Inc.

Dittomaster Delivers Eclectic & Feel-Good Electroclash/Dance Punk Single ‘Always’

Dittomaster releases his latest captivating single “Always.” The electronic/punk fusion release contains every element to get listeners grooving and uplifted. “Always” takes the listener on a musical journey with a nostalgic electronic style combined with a modern punk sound. The soothing vocals and atmospheric instrumentation seamlessly work together for a must-listen record. “Always” contains emotion-drenched lyricism that will hook the listener, due to the relatability and its captivating story-telling. The feel-good, infectious beat with the melodic elements gives the vocal a motivating, anthemic feeling. With powerful lyricism, Dittomaster maintains a fully charged arsenal of high-quality music that supports the fact that he is set to make a strong impact on the music industry, as well as the charts. This release is a testament to Dittomaster’s versatility as a musician and his innate talent. “Always” offers uplifting instrumentation with a strong message that will have listeners wanting more. 

Michael Wilson, or better known as Dittomaster, is an emerging artist, multi-instrumentalist, singer, producer, and songwriter based in Portland, Oregon. The electroclash & dance-punk artist is quickly making waves in the scene with his unparalleled sound and style. Inspired by the sounds of Justice, Depeche Mode, and LCD Soundsystem, Dittomaster seeks to create music that will connect people around the world. From a very young age, Dittomaster was destined for music. The talented musician seeks to push the envelope with his sound and bridge various elements from different genres to make a well-rounded, dynamic style. Dittomaster’s versatile style that is rooted in his love of rock, will have people mesmerized instantly. With every release, the Frontrunner Magazine featured artist will have listeners engulfed into the world he creates with his unique sound that is truly his own. Dittomaster is an artist to keep an eye on and ear out for as he is set to cement himself in the music industry for years to come. 

Always

I’ve left myself for dead many years ago

I’d always thought this was it, 

then I saw your face

Tell me tell me

What can I do 

to stop the pain

I’ll always love you

No matter what happens

I feel your pain across the room

It’s ok to cry 

Let it out let it out

Your feelings are so fresh and new

The ones I have grown used to

I’ll always love you

No matter what happens

And when I hear you scream

It reminds me 

Of what I’ve kept inside

You have the secrets

of the world 

locked inside of you

So much potential

it’s just the beginning

I speak and 

you just stare at me

I can only hope 

that this is love

I hold you close

And you cry into me

What a wonder you are

Evolving every day

I don’t want to let you go

We can run away

I’ll always love you

No matter what happens

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An interview with whitman rinaldo

Band Name 

Whitman Rinaldo

What first got you into music ?

My brother took guitar lessons and would show me what he learned every week. By the next week, he forgot it all and I had to teach him so he could be somewhat prepared at his lesson.

Who Inspired you to create music ?

Beatles, Zeppelin, Dire Straits

What kind of music do you make?

I'm a bit of a chameleon like the Beatles Abbey Road. Indie rock, reggae, punk, jazz, Americana -- I let my tunes take me around the world.

What is your creative process like?

I try to start with a verbal hook and compose something both familiar and daring simultaneously. 

Who would you most like to collaborate with?

I'm on a soul kick right now, so Al Green. But I've always wanted to work with kd lang, Joss Stone, or Pink.

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?

Mark Knopfler or Steve Hackett, Ringo's All Star Band

What is one message you would give to your fans ?

Peace, love and understanding

What is the most useless talent you have ?

Louis Armstrong imitations

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?

Freddie Mercury tunes

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music

My day gig, selling and fixing copiers

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?

I like outdoor gigs, backyards, amphitheaters. I played in Mexico and Portugal once each. No gigs till 2021

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?

The pandemic has forced musicians to collaborate over Zoom, and websites like Kompoz. Before then, it was mostly a bad influence.

What is your favourite song to perform? *

Always love Mark Knopfler tunes

what famous musicians do you admire ?

Knopfler, Queen, Sting, Steve Hackett, The Chi-Lites

whats the worst trouble you have been in?

clean living...not much

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?

Do it again

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?

Revive live music

Whats next for you ?

I've got some new tunes on Spotify "Figuring Out" and "Karen" (she wants to speak to the store manager) this month. After that I will release an album "Planetary" (working title)

interview with cathal j

Band Name 

Cathal J

What first got you into music ?

A Broken Relationship

Who Inspired you to create music ?

Bruce Springsteen/ Dermot Kennedy

What kind of music do you make?

Indie rock/ Latino/Reggaeton

What is your creative process like?

It takes about a year from writing the song to releasing it. At least fifty per cent of the original lyrics are chopped in my song. 

Who would you most like to collaborate with?

Dermot Kennedy

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?

Dermot Kennedy

What is one message you would give to your fans ?

Share my music

What is the most useless talent you have ?

i don't have useless talents

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?

Sometimes=- "Lovely day" by Bill Withers

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music

God only knows

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?

Mainly in my home town and surrounding towns. Best - my first live mic night. My worst - on my fourth live mic night- i walked out because the music system at the club woudn't work

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?

Good points are that it offers the artist more opportunities to be heard and grow their brand. On the negative side there are many dodgy promoters out there that take advantage of artists by offering fake streams, etc 

What is your favourite song to perform? *

My first track "One More Chance"

what famous musicians do you admire ?

Dermot Kennedy

whats the worst trouble you have been in?

Gonna have to wait for my autobiography in 30 years to get the answer to that question

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?

Work hard, be honest and do both consistently and watch the miracles unfold

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?

My vision is to create a level playing -field for independent artists

Whats next for you ?

Part 2 of my book "Four Point Two- Rockstars go to Heaven" (Author - Cathal Finnegan) The book details fraud committed by the biggest Independent music distributor in the world. My book exposes the fraud. Part 2 of the book will be released in 2021. Part 1 of the book is available on Amazon

Interview with Jasmine

Band Name

Jasmine

What first got you into music ?

I felt the need to express my feelings somehow so I started writing songs

Who Inspired you to create music ?

My mom is a very musical person, she has also made her own songs and was always playing the piano at home so I looked up to her and wanted to get into music myself. 

What kind of music do you make?

Pop music has always been my favourite genre and I think my music falls into that category as well. 

What is your creative process like?

Sometimes I just get a new melody in my head and come up with suitable lyrics to go with it. Usually I’ve already had the idea of the next song I wanna make, and when the melody hits me the lyrics come to me naturally. 

Who would you most like to collaborate with?

I want to make a song with my husband Cody! He featured in one of my earlier songs and we had a lot of fun doing that together. 

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?

Seeing Taylor Swift live would be amazing.

What is one message you would give to your fans ?

Don’t be afraid to go after your dreams

What is the most useless talent you have ?

I have a great facial memory, don’t know how exactly to put that to good use 

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?

Any Adele songs

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music

I work fulltime in HR so music is a passion and a enjoyable hobby for me

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?

I haven’t had any bigger gigs yet, I have performed at school and at smaller family events so far

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?

Everything is more available now and easier to access, even smaller indie artists have a better chance to be heard 

What is your favourite song to perform? *

My song Once in a lifetime

what famous musicians do you admire ?

Adele, Ava Max, the Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Zayn, Maroon 5

whats the worst trouble you have been in?

Swimming with sharks in Australia

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?

Never go to bed angry

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?

I wish it would be easier for indie artists to make it to bigger playlists on Spotify and reach more listeners

Whats next for you ?

Looking forward to working on new songs! 

An interview with Gina Wood

Band Name 

Gina Wood

What first got you into music ?
Listening to Elp Keith Emerson Eddie Jobson, Yes, Steve Wilson

Who Inspired you to create music ?
The musicians that I have listened to all my life from Emerson to Wakeman, so many

What kind of music do you make?
Ambient with a classical twist

What is your creative process like?
I get up and play every day. I'm lucky enough to record at home so start improvising and take it from there.

Who would you most like to collaborate with?
Wow thats a toughie But I love who I am working with now shin*semia Josef Umo Xitb etc you can find these guys on Soundcloud

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?
Right now Jacob Collier, had tickets due to covid cancelled

What is one message you would give to your fans ?
First of all thank you for all your kindness and support. Stay healthy be safe!!!

What is the most useless talent you have ?
Making paper airplanes

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?
No you would not want to hear that mess lol.

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music
Well I was a Nurse for many years but prefer music

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?
Gigs whats that ?? oh pre covid was going to play in Texas, well that cease to exist just recording right now.

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?
In a way you have the ability to see and hear artists from around the world. Which is good

What is your favourite song to perform? *
Right now Lost Heart, Nebula for the ambient and sonic fun!

what famous musicians do you admire ?
I'm going to sound like a broken record Emerson just his ability to take classical pieces and turn them into something that everyone could get into

whats the worst trouble you have been in?

Got a ticket I'm pretty meek like to stay out of trouble :-)

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?
Keep trying and have fun with it!!

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?
Its very difficult these days isn't it? I know so many musicians that are extremely talented and they can't get a break. I guess to recognize these guys for the great talent that they have even if they are not on the top 100 you get my drift.

Whats next for you ?
Working on a new album due out in November and to keep playing !!

Interview with yarku

Band Name

Yarku

What first got you into music ?
My first band at 2013

Who Inspired you to create music ?
One music producer from my city

What kind of music do you make?
Experimental, electronic, pop, alternative

What is your creative process like?
I’m producer, so i’m recordung music instrents on my studio and mixing them

Who would you most like to collaborate with?
Josh Pan, Boots, Moderat, Joji

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?
Jacob Colier

What is one message you would give to your fans ?
Be yourself

What is the most useless talent you have ?
Touch my hair

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?
I’m figuring out new songs in the shower :))

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music
Meditate, maybe will go to ashram

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?
I was in a tour on Russia with my previous band. Difficult experience

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?
Very good

What is your favourite song to perform? *
Become a tree

what famous musicians do you admire ?
Jacob Colier

whats the worst trouble you have been in?
Relationships with 2 girls :)

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?
Just be and don’t try so much

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?
I think indie artists need more support from the spotify, youtube

Whats next for you ?
I have many songs in different genres which I will release

Interview with Lachie A'rden

Lachie A'rden

What first got you into music ?

My kidney transplant I.had in 2002 failed and I went onto dialysis in 2018. By early 2029 this had forced me out of my job (at the time working from home was not accepted) so when I finished up my last client I decided I'd do something I enjoyed (for fun) and booked a DJ course. One thing led to another, i started producing, found I not only loved it but was quite good and have been obsessed with music ever since. I had no previous musical background or training.

Who Inspired you to create music ?
Music came to me at a difficult time in my life health wise and provided me with focus, positivity and happiness. My music is a.refection of this, very uplifting, feel good vibes.

What kind of music do you make?
Uplifting piano house / dance

What is your creative process like?
A sea of ideas that never feel i have enough time to get to. I would love to just write music all day every day but then nothing would get finished. When I sit down for a creative session I might write 3-5 songs in a few hours, take the best ones and share with the vocalists I work with. Once I have a vocal i will rework the instrumental to fit with the vocalists vision to create the final piece.

Who would you most like to collaborate with?
Wow, there are so many talented artists out there... I'd love to work with a band like The Killers or someone like Eddie Vedder. They have made some of my all time favourite songs and I'd love to make some modern piano house style tracks with them.

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?
Kygo

What is one message you would give to your fans ?
Thank you for supporting me from the beginning. We're on a journey together and when you invest in something early and watch it grow the reward is far greater.

What is the most useless talent you have ?
I'm an excellent paper plane maker.

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?
Not really, I only sing when listening to music but then its everything!

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music
I had an 18 year career in management consultanting before starting in music but now that I have left it behind I think I would have to look.for something more creative. Perhaps interior design or architecture.

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?
Ministry of Sound. Egg London. Many other small venues. I've never had a gig i didn't enjoy. I.just love playing music to a big crowd or to myself. It's a privilege to be able to do what you love every day.

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?
When I was growing up your favourite band might release once every two years. You valued those releases and learned to like the songs that weren't immediately appealing, these often became favourites with more layers and depth. Today album releases are becoming less common place and music is disposable, songs are becoming shorter and less layered. I look forward to a time when I've built my audience and I can indulge in longer more layered version of my music.

What is your favourite song to perform? *
One of my unreleased songs called Reaching Out as my closing track.

what famous musicians do you admire ?
Eddie Vedder. Taylor Swift (watch her doco) Brandon Flowers

whats the worst trouble you have been in?
Ive always been pretty straight to be honest...

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?
Listen more than you talk and value other ideas as much as your own.
If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?
Regulate many aspects of the industry including labels, contracts, gig bookings and so on so young artists are not taken advantage of.

Whats next for you ?
I have a huge schedule of new music to be released including songs with some incredible and well known vocalists which I am excited about. Then hopefully 2021 offers a better landscape for live music.

LACHIE A'RDEN · Beside You (Original Mix)

Interview with the zooeys

 The Zooeys

What first got you into music ?
Classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO”
 

Who Inspired you to create music ?
Jimmy, moody savant in the classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO” 

What kind of music do you make?
Mostly CCR covers

What is your creative process like?
Listen to CCR records and then play the songs that are on the record 

Who would you most like to collaborate with?
Jimmy, genius songwriter from the classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO”

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?
The Wonders from the classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO”

What is one message you would give to your fans ?
Despite all the madness and tragedy in the world we still need to be working on developing the class consciousness of the proletariat to create a sustainable society for future generations 

What is the most useless talent you have ?
Playing guitar 

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?
No showers are cry time 

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music
Writing the great novel of our time 

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?
Not really 

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?
Uhhh

What is your favourite song to perform? *
The discography of CCR is all tied for 1st

what famous musicians do you admire ?
Jimmy, misunderstood frontman from the classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO”

whats the worst trouble you have been in?
no troubles really 

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?

“It is very important you don’t stink today” -the label guy in the classic 90s film, “THAT THING YOU DO”

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?
I would seize the means of production and place it in the hands of the working class 

Whats next for you ?
I think I will go watch the classic 90s film “THAT THING YOU DO”

Interview with the living water band

 

What first got you into music ?
Praying and playing music together

Who Inspired you to create music ?
Several people, but mostly the Holy Spirit!

What kind of music do you make?
Christian Rock

What is your creative process like?
Very often, it is "Inspired Song". Other times we will put pieces several have written together. The arrangement process has mostly been an 'everybody in' sort of thing.

Who would you most like to collaborate with?
We did collaborate with Dana, the Irish singer, and with John Michael Talbot.

If you could go to an open show by any artist who would it be?
Phil Keaggy

What is one message you would give to your fans ?
Music can be the deepest worship and heart-changer of all

What is the most useless talent you have ?
Dad jokes

Do you sing in the shower? which songs?
Yes. Beatles.

What would you be doing now if it wasn't music
Teach

Where have you performed ? Favourite? Worst? Do you have any gigs coming up?
Yankee Stadium, World Marriage Encounter Convention, Hartford & Providence Civic Centers. Favorite would have to be at the Cathedral in Boston. Worst? That time they started putting the chairs away before we were done! No gigs. We are just recording now.

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?
More choice and freedom on the one hand. A severe undervaluing of creators on the other.

What is your favourite song to perform? *
"Home is Where the Heart Is"

what famous musicians do you admire ?
Boston

whats the worst trouble you have been in?
In jail overnight for a protest (Many years ago!)

whats the best ever advice you have been given ?
Do your OWN music!

If you could change anything about the music industry what would it be ?
Make it truly subsidiary.

Whats next for you ?
Spread our music on the web. Complete one last project before we get much older.

How do you feel the internet has changed music ?

Band Name.


Lachie A'rden
Ronan Furlong
BlaziQue
Lucy, Racquel and Me
Ian Guerin
Jasmine
The Zooeys
Agustin Tagliabue
Danielle Hollobaugh
Jemas Collective
Yarku
Neutral on Paul
Living Waters
Whitman Rinaldo
Gina Wood
Cathal J
One Guild

Answers.

It has singlehandedly eliminated the power that record labels once had.. it has leveled the playing field and allowed everyone to try their hand. That is a positive thing. But it's also a negative thing because it has allowed EVERYONE TO TRY THEIR HAND. As in.. there is SO MUCH STUFF out there.. it's almost impossible to get noticed... promotion is key.. but it becomes a complete FULL TIME JOB. Then, there are the evil actors in the group.. the so called "promotion" companies that offer to promote your music. So far, we have gotten burned by TWO such entities.. they talk a good talk.. walk the walk.. their sites look legit.. they interact with you one on one and make you feel confident they are on the level.. you pay them, they disappear. Scavengers.

It broke the barrier between the audience & the performer giving everyone a chance regardless of how they look, who they know, or what executives think of them. It also opened the door for a lot of talentless acts to expose their work. However, I think people do the filtering now, and for the mist part do a fine job. There are exceptions but good music is not someone’s opinion & expendable music has always been with or without labels so I rather it be an open fair chance for everybody, like the internet allows.

I think it completely changed not just music but the world. Some of the biggest ways I think it changed music would be how it's distributed, listened to, consumed, and how much time and money it takes to make it. Also gimmicks and troll artists have sort of infiltrated every genre with hiphop being hit the hardest. On the other hand the exposure and sharing of music was increased exponentially to where we sort of have a renaissance era of everyone wanting to make music.

When I was growing up your favourite band might release once every two years. You valued those releases and learned to like the songs that weren't immediately appealing, these often became favourites with more layers and depth. Today album releases are becoming less common place and music is disposable, songs are becoming shorter and less layered. I look forward to a time when I've built my audience and I can indulge in longer more layered version of my music.

Unfortunately I feel the internet has hallowed out the business model that once supported the music industry, as a result very few musicians can earn a living from it these days. On a more positive note, it has created opportunities for musicians to interact directly with people who are Interested in their music

The internet has been incredible for music. You no longer have to live in a big city to succeed, and the recent events, with us having to stay home, has really proven that. I've collaborated with people from all over the world thanks to social media so I feel pretty blessed to be living in these times!

Of course. When I began music, it was so hard to make a record and broadcasting it. now, anyone can almost for free. it's a huge difference. My music can be found in the same place as Taylor Swift, it was'nt possible before. And collab with people at the other end of the world are possible.

Good points are that it offers the artist more opportunities to be heard and grow their brand. On the negative side there are many dodgy promoters out there that take advantage of artists by offering fake streams, etc

The pandemic has forced musicians to collaborate over Zoom, and websites like Kompoz. Before then, it was mostly a bad influence.

Everything is more available now and easier to access, even smaller indie artists have a better chance to be heard

In a way you have the ability to see and hear artists from around the world. Which is good

More choice and freedom on the one hand. A severe undervaluing of creators on the other.

Sucks that music is free now... I do wonder how much great stuff gets lost in the noise

For good more audience and oportunities for Indie artists

It has made music more accessible for everyone.

Accessibility

Very good

Uhhh