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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Keravel: voltz

Artist: Serge Keravel Album: Voltz Genre: electronic Location: Gatineau, Quebec, Canada Tracks: ELECTRICAL JUMPER POSITIVE ION AND THEN… U PULSE SHOCKS RELAYS SOFT SURGE DARK SPARKS GROUNDED BRIGHT GLARE SHOCK HAZARD POSITIVITY THIN MATTERS NO FAULTS HERTZ PULSE (extended mix) PULSE (Rick LP Remix) Credits: Composed, Arranged and Performed by Serge Keravel Mixing by Pierre … Continue reading »

That Christian D! An Interview.

So who is Christian D? What makes this singer/songwriter totally magnetic in terms of music and presentation? Well, a lot of things actually but I will just state the obvious. He’s got the attitude that will make you want to listen what he says or what he sings about. Lyrically and musically, he’s compelling. And … Continue reading »

Get Into the Groove with SoUnD WaVeS-

  Fat beats and sparkling rhythms are what make SoUnD WaVeS- fun to listen to. It has an old school vibes when it comes to its execution of electronica. In a way it reminds me of groups like Daft Punk, Fatboy Slim, Kaskade,Underworld, Orbital and other good ol electronic music that dominated the mainstream in the … Continue reading »

Pitch takes the Chapman Stick to the Next Level.

Album: Conquistador Members: Bruno Pitch : Chapman Stick Syloë : Vocals Guix Huré : Drums Location: Moulins, France This is my first encounter with the Chapman Stick instrument. Although this has been constructed in the 70s I’ve never heard any band who takes the usage of this unique instrument to the next level.  Pitch is … Continue reading »

JOEY SMOKES – I’m Not Ready ( Official Radio Version Release )

What makes a certain song work? Certainly it’s more than just the coming together of the chords, instruments and vocals. It has to involve something which we call the ‘truth.’ Hearing “I’m Not Ready” for the first time by Joey Smokes, you get that feeling right away that everything about this track works. From the … Continue reading »

Music News From: The Sharp Things, Matthew Perryman Jones and Steve Moakler

The Sharp Things – Back Down The Rabbit Hole [Official Music Video] The band that brought us the rich and melodic Green is Good has released another video called Back Down the Rabbit Hole. The band is known for its awesome use of orchestral instruments and sweeping melodic lines that fly in the great expanse … Continue reading »

Happyendless-Pop Electronica at its best

  released 12 January 2012 Lyrics and Music: Andrius Kauklys, Marius Narbutis and Saulius Prusaitis Publisher: Prior Musica Label: Prior Musica Lithuanian based Happyendless  seduces and imprisons the senses with their brand of pop electronica. They also look good apart from the exceptional music quality. If this is the future of mainstream pop then I … Continue reading »

The Flamenco Thief

Info: Artist: Craig Sutton From: Bath, Britain (UK) Just Look Up is the fourth track on the self-titled EP released in 2012. The new video is due for release in March 2013.All of The Flamenco Thief’s music is performed and recorded live using a Manuel Contreras II guitar and a Boss RC 300 loop pedal. … Continue reading »

New Video: Obsidian Skies by Peter Chains

“Obsidian Skies is probably one of his best songs. It is a strong track showcasing his haunting voice and amazing range. The banjo embellishes the energetic acoustic guitar often punctuated by odd scales. He displays that uncanny ability to shift vocal timbre separating the characteristic of his bass range from the higher end of his … Continue reading »

James Bullard: Here and Now(Interview)

With his striking hazel eyes, dark brown mane and amiable personality, James Bullard is a fine example of a celebrity. But he took an alternative road which is music. James Bullard starred in a controversial film called Ken Park. The film talks about the abusive/disturbing home lives of several teenagers,  in the city of Visalia … Continue reading »

Music Mix for Hot Ears

New music: Kagero, Nouvelle electro and Julien Bayle Kagero Good day to Sphere Musicista! This is another week of exciting music. I know I should have made this introduction this Monday but late is better than never. Don’t worry. I will make it a habit from now on. Just think of me as DJ Bax … Continue reading »

Music Theory-by Layne Greene(Essay)

Our guest blogger is Layne Greene from Nova Scotia. He is in the process of recording a new EP with his new band line up. He has remarkable insights about music and we got a taste of one of those today. Layne Greene writes an interesting essay about creating a sense of balance between musical … Continue reading »

Alex Pardini: “There are no short cuts in life.”(Interview)

Electronic Music Artist / Label Owner / Photographer Alex Pardini talks about how imagination plays an important part in the creation process of music, visual art, and so much more. Alex Pardini creates the kind of sound that’s sophisticated, groovy and friendly. It is a fat sound with the sweet icing of pop. It is … Continue reading »

Concentration Isn’t Popular-Thomas McGregor (Essay)

  I met Thomas McGregor a few months back and was impressed with his skill in playing the violin. I later found out that he plays other instruments as well and is equally good with them. He is a film maker, writer, entrepreneur -he is a fine example of a polymath! I approached him about … Continue reading »