Lending from the atmospherics of Style Council and Marvin Gaye #SoulRecall is a great contender for this year’s top indie albums. Irish singer/songwriter Dennis McCalmont has created an album with solid tracks and great sonic quality to deliver a kind of listening experience geared for sophisticated ears. The funky execusions and 70s rhythm style are … Continue reading »
Sven Faulconer-For the love of film music
I am listening to the film music of Sven Faulconer while preparing breakfast. I tell you, there is nothing more energetic than a life that is surrounded by grand scores and sometimes, what you think becomes you. I started collecting soundtrack albums when I got a copy of Far and Away by John Williams (1992). … Continue reading »
Cars and The Wild Irish Poet
My friend The Wild Irish poet made what he describes as : ” Mock up ads I have made for Ferrari and Rolls Royce.” Checking out the video I can tell there is nothing light about it. I think this is the only car ad I am willing to check out again and again. His … Continue reading »
Interview with Dane Di Pierro of Radiolab
Meet our featured artist Dane Di Pierro. He is also the brainchild of experimental noise pop/space rock band Radiolab whom you have read about in my earlier post. This interview is essential to other musicians because of the wealth of musical information that Dane shared with us. I am always curious about the kind of … Continue reading »
Electric Sarajevo: Madrigals
Electric Sarajevo Album: Madrigals Hometown: Rome, , Italy Style: electro/post-rock/new wave Tracklist: Lost, Impero Watercolours A Revelation City Dream The Worst Lover Teresa Groismann The Sky Apart The Madrigal If You Only Knew It seems nostalgia is the best thing these days. So tired of all the same ol same ol type of music that … Continue reading »
Jake O’Neal Music: Summa
I can’t get this song off my head called Microlove by summa. summa are a duo of singer/songwriter Jake O’Neal and multi-instrumentalist Max Grossman. The title is unique so it is something you can’t ignore. The melody is also nice; coupled with the notable percussion and you have a well-crafted folk pop tune that … Continue reading »
Layne Greene: Inflation (Feat. Bryan MacDonald)
Canadian guitarist Bryan MacDonald first appeared in my musical radar when he performed with Layne Greene during the Sounds of Youth Music Competition at the Decoste Centre. First impression lasts! His guitar playing has this shimmering, atmospheric, delicate characteristics and you can’t miss it. It’s like a hovering presence in the cloud of sounds. Inflation … Continue reading »
Waiting For Someone – mesh cover by Amino
I always believe that two minds are better than one. Well at least in the case of Amino, it is. And it works! Waiting for Someone is a cover of an original tune by mesh (Richard Silverthorn & Mark Hockings). English singer/songwriter Paula once again showcased her wide vocal range. The mood provided by Kjell … Continue reading »
Radiolab: Beautiful Soundtrack to the Surreal World.
Group Name: Radiolab Album: Radiolab Style of Music: Space Rock Place of Origin: Frederick Maryland Members:Dane Di Pierro & Meghan Redding Tracks: 1.Conspiracies 07:11 2.Quiet 03:42 3.The Objectivist 03:48 4.Thoughts 04:30 5.Spider Kiss 05:54 6.Field Theory 05:07 7.All Things 03:56 8.Emotive 03:07 9.I Keep Losing Heart 04:51 10.Existential 07:00 For a moment one would thought … Continue reading »
Slave to the Conversation: Interview with Don Beekeeper
Canadian independent artist Don Beekeeper has just released a full-length album called Slave. This interview is interesting because it represents the music community often misrepresented in the popular culture. There is a lot of musical wealth within the indie community and Don Beekeeper is an avid supporter of his and the works of fellow musicians. … Continue reading »
LEGENDS by John Munnelly from CD Hello World
You are experiencing your life like no other ever has There is no-one like you nor ever will there be You are the absolute hero of this first person story This song is about you and how you have survived, overcome obstacles in your life and now – you are legend.-John Munnelly John Munnelly has … Continue reading »
hooyoosay: Don’t you lie to me
- artist Name: hooyoosay Album: Don’t you lie to me First/Last Name: Not indicated Email address: hooyoosay@hooyoosay.eu Hometown: Not indicated Website: http://hooyoosay.com Style of music: Light entertainment fun pop MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/570719332 SoundClick: http://www.reverbnation.com/#!/hooyoosay Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hooyoosay/201239069949729 Other: http://hooyoosay.aurovine.com/ Label Affiliation: Independent Label hooyoosay is a remarkable band making happy tunes. The only thing that bothers me … Continue reading »
Djos Kast Livens Up French EDM
Artist: Djos Kast Album: Still Alive Name: Nicolas Castillejos Location: CALLIAN, PACA, France Beats that pull you into the dance floor-that’s the DJ Djos Kast (real name Nicolas Castillejos) signature. The electronic music scene is ever changing, with new faces, new sounds and new way of creating beats coming along. But with the many young artists … Continue reading »
Aron Lyrd: Aron Lyrd (self titled)
Hometown: Shippensburg, PA, USA Website: http://www.myspace.com/aronlyrdmusic Style of music: Rock MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/aronlyrdmusic SonicBids: http://www.sonicbids.com/2/EPK/?epk_id=342118 SoundClick: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eclipse-Sunrise-Records/209585182440922?ref=ts&fref=ts Other: Aron Lyrd redefines alternative rock. The melodic guitars and easy to remember melodies are what make his music a must have for those who miss the kind of alternative music made in the 90s. He’s also got amazing … Continue reading »
Archie Atholl: One Wiltshire Winter and The Aftermath (Interview)
Archie Atholl takes the listeners into a gentle and reflective album One Wiltshire Winter. This is his first solo effort of putting tracks together into an album. The road to creativity is a bumpy one with twists and turns . But an artist-a true one, will always remain steadfast in making sure something has … Continue reading »
Don Beekeeper Releases His Full-Length Album Slave
The Brother found me in the tall trees I was finding a way out through the other side He asked me my name I told him I was a slave and he gave me his bread and walked away-Slave Don Beekeeper and the term ‘relaxing’ are never really at home with each other. His songs … Continue reading »
Entre deux, Enter Two by Pierre Massé
Pierre Massé unleashes sonic excitement and lyrical wit with the second album Entre deux, Enter Two. It is great to follow the lives of interesting musicians to witness the growth of their music as life happens. “Guess you could say where I would be ten years from now”…goes the line of the song” I Will … Continue reading »
Viramundo-Tudo o que você podia ser
Band: Viramundo Album: Tudo o que você podia ser Members: Pedro Martins: voice, guitar, piano and keyboard Jonathan Renan: drums, guitar (3), programming and effects Gerdson Mourão: bass All songs by Peter Martins Produced by Jonathan Renan Location: Belo Horizonte, Brazil Tracks: 1 O Último Mequetrefe 2 Ponto de Fuga 3 A Trilha 4 Súbita … Continue reading »
Afterthem: Electro Grunge Funk
Artist: Afterthem Album: Electro Grunge Funk Personnel: Dave George Location: East Brunswick, New Jersey, USA Style: Experimental R&B Ever wondered if you favorite Grunge bands in the 90s ever take a dive into the electronic zone? Well, Afterthem is your answer. Afterthem is the brain child of Dave George who is based in … Continue reading »
Interview with Jon Smoil of Pg. 256
Meet Jon Smoil. The main man behind Pg. 256. With the release of his latest record, I went ahead and took time to ask him a bunch of questions pertaining to his music. It is really a rewarding experience when you really get to know the things behind the albums you listen to. And this … Continue reading »