Saturday, 17 October 2020
Friday, 16 October 2020
New video Moonlight by Musical Artizan
Video content thanks to Videvo.net, Stand Up for Nature and Kiril Dobrev
Thursday, 15 October 2020
Due out 30th October 2020 Spirit of the wind
An adventure into the Bamboo Flute
A collection of improvised recording sessions
Available to stream on soundcloud
Wednesday, 14 October 2020
Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore Celebrates 85th Birthday
Moore Performs Friday, October 16th On ‘Great Performances: GRAMMY Salute To Music Legends®’ on PBS
“Hold On, I’m Comin’” featured during NBA Finals in Michelob ULTRA ‘Worth It’ commercial featuring Los Angeles Lakers starter Anthony Davis, Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler, and more
MIAMI, Fla. - The Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore turns 85, and is celebrated today and this week by many of his colleagues. Moore was initially set to be honored with an all-star tribute concert, but like many other planned events for 2020, the tribute has taken on a decidedly different form. Receiving videos from far and wide, Moore was surprised today through a virtual birthday greeting card and salute coordinated by Florida International University with messages from Jon Bon Jovi, T. Graham Brown, Rita Coolidge, Alice Cooper, Israel Del Toro, Zucchero Fornaciari, Janie Fricke, Lee Greenwood, Deana Martin, The Oak Ridge Boys, Charley Pride, Brenda Russell, Valerie Simpson, Sting, Travis Tritt, and many more! After an invitation-only Zoom gathering Monday evening, select videos will roll out to Moore’s Facebook page as well as his official website, sammoore.net.
Moore, one-half of the award-winning Sam & Dave duo, made famous global R&B hits such as “Soul Man”, “Hold On, I’m Comin’”, “When Something Is Wrong With My Baby”, “I Thank You” and more, and came to be known as ‘Double Dynamite’ for their dynamic performances.
Sam’s Still ‘Having A Ball’
“Hold On, I’m Comin’” was recently selected for Michelob ULTRA’s ‘Worth It’ ad featuring Los Angeles Lakers starter Anthony Davis, Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler, and more, airing extensively during the NBA Finals. Watch the ad here.
Additionally, Moore is set to honor his good friend, the legendary songwriter/producer Isaac Hayes during ‘Great Performances: GRAMMY Salute To Music Legends®’ Friday, October 16th at 9 p.m. ET/PT on PBS (check local listings), pbs.org/gperf, and the PBS Video app. Additional honorees include Chicago, Roberta Flack, Iggy Pop, John Prine, Public Enemy, and more with performances from Philip Bailey, Brandi Carlile, Cynthia Erivo, Chris Isaak, Jason Isbell & Amanda Shires, Cyndi Lauper, Leslie Odom, Jr., and Yola.
Moore has never been one to slow down and has been hard at work readying new projects that will be unveiled in the coming weeks.
About The Legendary Soul Man™ Sam Moore:
The first 20-plus years of Sam Moore’s sensational career began by lending his unmistakable lead vocals to soul duo Sam & Dave. The 1967 smash hit “Soul Man,” catapulted the duo’s career up the Pop and R&B Charts, selling more than 10 million records worldwide and ultimately an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Moore also scored critical acclaim and numerous awards as a solo artist for more than 35 years, performing at some of the world’s most iconic and notable venues, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Hollywood Bowl, The Ryman Auditorium, The Grand Ole Opry, Royal Albert Hall, Nippon Budokan, The John F. Kennedy Center, The White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Washington Monument. Moore has recently joined Florida International University (FIU) as an Artist in Residence for their Center of Humanities to build a program around the artist histories that shaped our culture through music.
For more information on The Legendary Soul Man™ Sam Moore click here.
Tuesday, 13 October 2020
Saturday, 10 October 2020
T. Graham Brown Releases Very First Acoustic Album ‘Bare Bones’ On October 9
Featuring Stripped-Down Renditions Of His Biggest Hits
LISTEN / DOWNLOAD: smarturl.it/TGBBareBones
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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About Time Life:
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.
Sunday, 4 October 2020
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
Friday, 2 October 2020
Thursday, 1 October 2020
Wednesday, 23 September 2020
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)
Friday, 18 September 2020
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
Thursday, 17 September 2020
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!
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