‘Back To Him’ is the debut release from Franklin Deleano, a Danish artist launching his solo career after producing a number of hits for other groups.
‘Back To Him’ is flawlessly produced and affecting slice of neo-pop, with Deleano’s hypnotic, emotionally-charged beats perfectly complimented by a powerhouse vocal performance from rising star Mendoza.
Myra Washington / DJ Karma Camille
Biography
Dj Karma Camille aka Myra Washington (the singing DJ) is the package that is very hard to come by and one of Music Connection's Magazine Hot 100 unsigned artist of 2015 -2016.
The talented singer, songwriter, actress, DJ born in Port Arthur, TX home of Janis Joplin and rappers UGK, the eldest of 3 kids that all have a had musical success includes baby brother “Wash “ with hit single “Can’t Trust Thots” and middle sister Brittani Washington (keyboardist) that toured for 7 years with Beyonce’s all girl band. Dj Karma Camille / Myra Washington comes from a very musically inclined family. A child of two parents that are Pastors of a holiness church, DJ Karma Camille/ Myra Washington grew up in the church singing, directing the choir, and playing the drums and she credits that church for sultry voice. Although a graduate of Prairie View A&M University with a BA in RATV Communications and a minor in dance, she crafted her skill and made music her first love.
As a DJ some celebrity clients include DL Hughley, Kevin Hart, Torri Hart, Shanice Wilson, Flex Alexander, Keith Washington and others to name a few.
As a singer she has performed as a featured background vocalist on Simon Cowell’s X Factor USA working closely w Simon, Khloe Kardashian, Britney Spears, LA Reid, Nicole Scherzinger, and Paula Abdul, and currently touring with Prince protégé’ Judith Hill.
In the fall 2015 Myra was featured on Jillian Michaels "Sweat Inc" on Spike TV.
DJ Karma Camille/ Myra Washington has tour with Klymaxx feat Bernadette Cooper “Diva and a Turntable” She performed on countless stages including, Essence Music Fest opening for acts such as Chris Brown, Fantasia, Angie Stone, Patti Labelle, Ron Isley, Shanice, Montel Jordan, Angie Stone, Ray J, Kindred and the Family Soul, Brian Mcknight, The Ojays, Latoya Luckett, and Eric Benet , DJ Karma Camille/ Myra Washington has appeared in numerous commercials and television appearances, which has sparked national attention.
Currently performing a month residency at the world famous Gibo in Italy, Myra just release a single “Good” on all digital platforms .
“In the wake of so much loss in our country and the world, this song encourages us all to be completely UNSTOPPABLE against all odds! We can make it through anything!!! Especially together!”
You keep seeing the name: Happy Sometimes..
LA's 21 year old Future Pop sweet heart Happy Sometimes drops "Nothing More” the 1st single from her latest EP Heartbreaker.
Happy Sometimes hit the ground running in 2017 dishing up a string of high profile features which has seen her crash Spotify’s "New Music Friday” playlist from the UK to the USA, Sweden to Australia (see DVBBS Parallel Lines).
Writing and producing her own tracks, while living and working out of a shared house of music producers in LA’s Sherman Oaks, sets the scene for Happy Sometimes’ take on love and life in Southern California.
"Just a Broke Kid with a Broken Heart” as Nothing More opens up on the highs and lows of a good soul in the lost city. A theme that runs throughout the "Heartbreaker EP”. Collaborating with on the rise LA producers Toni “Trodz” Rodini (Terror Jr, BlackBear,TYSM ) and Mike O. (DVBBS, Wyclef Jean) Happy Sometimes’ stunning vocals and compelling production brings "Nothing More" to life. Add a "Sold Out” debut show at LA legendary Viper Room in June as well as a stunning performance in front of 15,000 fans in Toronto in July and coming up in August, her debut at Chicago’s Lollapalooza… It’s Happy Sometimes up next.
"Happy Sometimes brand new single "Nothing More" is North Hollywood Noise Pop coming straight from the valley floor to your favorite playlist'
"Nothing More" is out now on Northern Streams
"Heartbreaker EP” due October 2017
Brooke Williams is a singer/songwriter from San Diego who has written songs for various artists and had her music placed on numerous TV shows including MTV’s “Teen Mom”, USA’s “Burn Notice and TV Land’s hit series “Younger.” Her recent feature with the duo production group, Neo Noir, had huge viral success on Spotify reaching #4 on the US Viral Charts & #14 on the Global Viral Charts. She’s now excited to be releasing her debut single “Down Easy” which Brooke says..
“I’ve written so many songs this past year and it's going to be awesome to let people hear one of my favorites. "Down Easy" is a song I wrote from a place of uncertainty about a relationship. I've been on both sides of this song...the heartbroken and the heartbreaker. It's about putting in efforts and emotional energy into someone who will never give it back.”
Aside from her debut single, Brooke will also be featuring on more upcoming tracks with artists like Crystal Knives and continuing to release more original music throughout the year.
Socials:
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Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/itsmebrookew
Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/brooke-williams-music
“The track is all my production, vocals, songwriting, and mixing. I’m a producer and DJ as well as a songwriter and vocalist. This is my debut track as Wishlyst.
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“Jordana made a very positive impression on these ears with her 2013 debut, Standard Deviation. She ups the ante on this new album, one that shows a real evolution in her singing and writing. Her pure phrasing is devoid of affectation, and her supple voice is equally convincing on a wide range of material.”
- Kerry Doole (FYIMusicNews)
THE ALBUM
Jordana Talsky’s new full length album ‘Neither of Either’ marks an evolution from jazz songstress to performer with a distinct sound, combining acapella and full band tracks while seamlessly weaving between intricate support harmonies, vocal percussion and quirky textures to create an innovative and compelling sound.
The Toronto based vocalist-songwriter takes risks, sonically and stylistically, encompassing her diverse influences across multiple genres from jazz to pop, to alternative and ambient, to blues and soul and beyond.
Produced by Juno award winner Justin Abedin, the multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer recognized Jordana’s innate sense of music and deep well of creativity. “She understands the value in the craft of songwriting and brings a fresh approach to her style”.
Pushing the boundaries of her current sound, Jordana and Justin ensured the 10 track ‘Neither of Either’ has a great vibe, ease of vocal transition, convincing lyrics and musicality that harkens to other strong female voices influential on Jordana including Fiona Apple, Dido, Feist and Alanis Morissette.
THE ARTIST
Jordana Talsky is a voice to be heard. Her unique sound and varied style may be attributed to her wide ranging experience. Once an opera singer, a musical theatre performer, and member of a funk band, Jordana pushes boundaries and embraces all of her musical sensibilities. She was a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, a semi-finalist in the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition, and runner-up for the Julian Award of Excellence for Emerging Canadian Artists and Toronto Independent Music Awards (vocal jazz).
With a live show of high energy and excitement Jordana’s reputation has led her to perform in several music festivals and renowned venues. Established as one of Canada’s most exciting new artists in music, Jordana Talsky continues to perform on many notable stages both in the US and Canada making her a rising entertainer to watch.
THE TRACKS
From the catchy quirky intro of “Run” to the roots infused post-rock “Around You All The Time” followed by the darkly soulful “Ways”, and the epitome of being fed up expressed in “Sick”, Side A rounds out with “Bitter Sweet Heart”, where Jordana’s mesmerizing voice takes over. “Spark”, the first track on Side B, is a reminder that sometimes, that’s all that’s needed. “Wave of Emotion” conveys the confusion of being pulled in two directions while the title track, “Neither of Either” considers that sometimes not making the choice is wise. The RnB flavoured “Don’t Know” precedes Jordana’s imaginative acapella remake of Alanis Morissette’s “You Oughta Know” and completes the album much like it began – catchy, great vibe and shining vocals.
2017 DATES INCLUDE:
Aug. 27 - Newmarket Jazz Festival, 7pm, NEWMARKET, ON
Aug. 29 - Blue Mountain Jazz In The Village, Collingwood, ON
Sept. 16 - Kensington Market Jazz Festival - Justin Abedin -Trinity Common, TORONTO, ON
Oct. 4 - CD release at Supermarket in Kensington, 8pm/TORONTO, ON
* to be confirmed Oct. 20 - Junction City Music Hall/TORONTO, ON
* to be confirmed November - C'est What/Cameron House
Official Indie Week Showcase (Nov 7-12th - check website for more details http://www.canada.indieweek.com )
Dec. 15 - Homesmith Bar, Old Mill Inn/TORONTO, ON
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DC native and now Orlando based rapper/trapper Fat Fool is here. And he's hungry to show the world why he's the chosen one. His style really can't be boxed in. He's a student to the rap game. Understand this record is just a vibe and expression to what Fat Fool really has in store. His record "Wayz" is picking up heavy on the blog scene. Check it out asap and support.
DC/Orlando rapper Fat Fool is back with his new record "Wayz". Make sure you check this record out and support!
With depth that accompanies wisdom, the grit of anxiety and influences of yesteryear’s troubadours, enter JOHN.k: a singer-songwriter whose artistry spins on a luminous axis of voice and soul. Following his debut single, "Runnin," which premiered on NYLON in tandem with Spotify's coveted New Music Friday, JOHN.k teamed up with Mad Decent-signed and Grammy Award Winning producer Ricky Remedy and lent his vocals to the EDM-driven “Gold.” The song premiered on HuffPost with backing support from Diplo & Friends and Spinning Records Top 100, and showcases the best of both worlds: JOHN.k's chilling harmonies and gospel undertones propelled by Remedy's lush, electronic instrumentation and crisp sound.
Returning with his second original release, and 1M streams later, JOHN.k delivers the perfect end-of-Summer anthem in “OT” (overtime). A work ethic with ample payoff for whoever is on the receiving end of his soul-pop croon.
“OT is just the vibe! After making a couple darker tracks, I wanted to put something out that leaned more pop. Something brighter. Something totally different in contrast that didn't try too hard and could slideee right in at the end of the summer.
All of us have met someone that we wish we could spend one more day with. Maybe someone who has to go back to their normal life on the other side of the country. OT is about meeting someone from out of town and convincing them to stay for a little bit longer.“ - JOHN.k
By The Way Girls, an emerging pop girl group made up of Ursula Fuller, Kelsey Hollis, Darbi Dombrowski, and Cassie Donegan released their new single, “Cover Girl,” August 22nd.
“Cover Girl” is the follow up to their debut single, “Go To Girl,” that charted the Billboard Top 40 Indicator Chart earlier this year, standing in good company alongside artists including, Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, DNCE, & more!
By The Way Girls proved to be seasoned live performers opening for National Pop acts, Rachel Platten and Haley Reinhart last year. This August, the girls performed the National Anthem at Fenway Park for the much anticipated Red Sox/Yankees game. This was their fourth time kicking off a game with their stunning rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner.” In 2015 they performed at the Detroit Tigers, Red Wings, and Pistons games.
“Cover Girl,” written and recorded in Nashville, Tennessee is a departure from the group’s earlier releases, Introducing By The Way & Last Summer, and reflects the maturing sound of the band.
“We couldn’t be more excited about this new chapter for By The Way. We love the new sound and message of our newest single “Cover Girl.””
By The Way Girls
“Cover Girl” aims to spread the message of self acceptance and the realization that perfection is being true to who you are. You can hear “Cover Girl” now playing in retail stores nationwide and now at Top 40 radio stations including KCRS / Odessa, KISR / Ft. Smith, KPLT / Paris, KQID / Alexandria, KRYC / Yuba City, KXNC / Wichita, WBEA / Hamptons, WJDQ / Meridian, and many more!
Shapes on Tape is on tour in the mid-west this September and just released a blast of synthy rock with it newest single "Get Ready." The Vinyl District premiered the song yesterday. thevinyldistrict.com/storefront/2017/08/tvd-premiere-shapes-on-tape-get-ready
Sometimes only a world class studio will do. Serendipity deposited Shapes in the lower east side of New York City on a beautiful June afternoon in 2017 in just such a place. There they made “Get Ready,” the explosive new single from their album in progress, “Legends in the Process.” It’s equal parts loud rock and synthy feels, classic 80’s and 90’s vibes, with hooks galore, tailor-made for a shower sing-a-long.
9/8 – Columbus, OH @ Double Happiness
9/9 – Lexington, KY @ The Green Lantern
9/10 – Cincinnati, OH @ MOTR Pub
9/12 – Chicago, IL @ Emporium
9/13 – St. Louis, MO @ Blank Space
9/14 – Kansas City, MO @ Davey’s Uptown
9/15 – Lawrence, KS @ The Jackpot
9/16 – Louisville, KY @ TBD
Bio:
Shapes on Tape is a Brooklyn-based Brew-Wave/Ultrapop group whose infectious hook-laden three-minute bangers represent a new era where loud guitars and synthesizers can coexist and even party together. A band that once made L Magazine implore U2 to "move over and let Shapes on Tape seize the thrown(sic)," Shapes on Tape asks the question, "What if Walter Mondale had won?"
Genre-hopping producer/multi-instrumentalist/90s groovebox enthusiast Adam Kruckenberg, formerly of Midwest glam legend Vibralux, and guitarist/poet Jason Matuskiewicz, a veteran of beloved Lexington, KY band Candidate, began collaborating in 2014, but they didn't complete their sound, best described as a sonic assault of feels, until they expanded SoT to include drum savant and overall swell guy Justin Heaverin of Noisebody and The Silver Tongues.
Matuskiewicz’s lyrics and straightforward style walk the line between high and low concept with an abrupt 3-chord frankness that never takes itself seriously, while Kruckenberg’s powerful vocals and synthetic re-imaginings take the songs to epic proportions. Combined with Heaverin's unstoppable groove, you could be forgiven for wondering when The Boss had time to do a secret collaboration with Erasure. With the help of Grammy-nominated producer and Hedwig alum Justin Craig, SoT's forthcoming album Legends in The Process is sure to be a supersonic, beer-fueled dreamscape littered with the carcasses of _-waves and _-cores.
Sounds like: The imaginary greatest band that ever existed that haunted your dreams when you were 8 years old.
Release Date: Single (Out Now), Album (August 25th)
Label: Majestic Casual
Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/6xpizID6bHjrnZIAZWkIzR
Support inc. BBC Radio 1 (Annie Mac “New Name”, Huw Stephens & Phil Taggart), BBC 1Xtra (Mistajam & Jamz Supernova), BBC 6Music (Lauren Laverne/Recommended), Beats 1 (Late Night Menu Playlist) and KCRW (Mathieu Schreyer, Travis Holcombe, Chris Muckley, Garth Trinidad, Aaron Byrd & Jason Kramer)
"Lorde isn't the only good thing to come out of New Zealand" (Nylon)
“Noah speaks from his heart, creating music to unite lovers from every corner of the world.” (Complex)
“Superbly infectious” (Clash)
“Clearly onto a winner with his debut, expect to hear plenty more from Noah Slee.”(MTV)
“He makes damn good RnB.” (Noisey)
“Float away with Noah Slee's beautiful production” (Indie Shuffle)
370k+ Monthly Spotify Listeners
3x Top 3 HypeM No.1s
Noah Slee, the Tongan born, New Zealand raised, Berlin-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has been sending music critics gaga the past few months with his constant slew of incredible releases. As premiered by Nylon Magazine and out today, Noah unearths "Radar" the final single to be taken from his forthcoming epic debut album "Otherland".
Likened by tastemakers to such luminaries as Anderson Paak, Kaytranada, Andre 3000 and Chance The Rapper, Noah describes his aspirational conception of house inspired, dance anthem "Radar" as seminal, "Radar is paying homage to all the dope musicians paving away at their creations. For me creation and performance are the highlight and why I still love doing music. But for sure the journey gets tough and realities and standard life shit can weigh you down. I remember writing the hook and being ok and satisfied that I can do this among all the challenges that I've faced. Radar started as an acoustic guitar song that then became this upbeat tune that no matter how often I've already heard it (shot a music video, heard it x1000000) I still wanna dance. Which is important.....music + dance = life"
Noah Slee’s hotly anticipated, debut "Otherland" album is a deep, existential body of work. Reflecting upon past life experiences, incorporating contemporary and traditional sounds into his aesthetic, Noah is a creative original. Recording new material reflective of the transient artists sentimental and thoughtful character, incorporating influences from Noah's roots and the international vibe of cultures he has explored and adored, his high energy approach to composing killer, chill compilations is effortless. Producing this latest 12-track LP with producer Ben Esser, both musicians bonded off the back of the "Rampant Wild Free"; An inspired connection was forged between these multi-instrumentalists, as they communicated through rhythm and sound space.
“Otherland” is a soulful exploration of freedom and spiritual progression. Writing an explicit, diary-like account of Noahs sexual awakening and self-discovery, the Tongan native wrestles his conscience on record, as he speaks honestly about the intimate moral conflicts he experiences each day. Standout track "Told” is a poignant ode to self, a stream of consciousness in which Noah accepts himself as a gay man, communicating the need for his families affirmation in the light of this brave disclosure. Head bobbing, paced electronic beats drift beneath Noah’s musings, a sense of life’s greater plan weaves each track to the next. Poetic imagery dawns on each and every song's intro, metaphorical of the new beginnings which will rise, chorus to chorus, song to song, sentiment to soliloquy, morning to night.
Collaborating with Activist Alice, indigenous Aboriginal and spoken word artist, a tribal aesthetic provides a meditative interlude building into “Reality", a piano led ballad which features further Kiwi crafted talented in the form of Jordan Rakei. Speaking on the strong track Noah comments “This is all about my acceptance, awareness and just having perspective on whatever comes my way. This album focusses on being still and silent. It's about my soul, energy and offers a little window into my spiritual journey thus far.”
Sensual and slow winding love song "Lips" changes up the LPs soulful pace, exploring more intimate tempos and demonstrating Noah’s ability to write, sing and perform with flair and multi-BPM dexterity. Love, passion, epiphanies and self-belief theme the LPs lyrical content. “l can remember writing ‘Sunrise' after too many long nights spent out in a row. I just felt like my body and soul needed love and light for change, 'it's just one of them days'.” Noah’s poetry and heightened emotional intelligence benefit the deeper meanings which weave each track to another narrating his right of passage moment.
Influenced by Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Billie Holiday and Fela Kuti; Thom Yorke's "The Eraser" is the integral track which Noah cites as formative to the sound he came to compose today. Interested in the wider environment music can create, the charged moods and heightened emotion which can be conjured up in just the click of a play tab, Noah's sound is distinctively introspective. Mourning the death of friends past, remembering nights which never ended and communicating his appreciation of the gift of life, an artful interpretation of our connection to the earth is brought to life through moving chords and melodies on "Otherland".
An understated talent, celebrated by taste-making platform Boiler Room and Majestic Casual, Noah ambitions for success are rooted in remaining true to himself through the music. Relocating to Berlin from Brisbane, Noah plays everywhere across his beloved 'second home' from basement parties to Berghain, endeavouring to translate the music he makes to fit the crowd he draws in. Noahs passion is rooted with connecting to his audience and establishing the kind of relationship which feels safe and inspirational, kindled between just him and us. "Otherland" is an exceptionally important album which adheres to neither trend nor genre, an epic journey of an LP in which dawns truth, hope and serenity.
“Ghost” is the first song out today from Secret Weapons’ debut album. Hailing from New York City, Secret Weapons managed to combine the dark and youthful themes of hope, struggle, and yearning with gripping synth and guitar driven rock music. The two-piece met in high school and the first incarnation of the band began by writing in a studio apartment by day and throwing parties in Brooklyn by night -- most of which quickly descended into chaos. Influenced by a range of styles, from Queen, Steve Winwood, and the Killers to the soundscapes of Depeche Mode and Daft Punk, they soon began to apply their pop and gospel-influenced hooks to the wall-of-sound backdrops they created. In late 2015 their debut single “Something New” sky-rocketed to the top of Spotify’s Global Viral Charts. The duo’s energetic live performances endeared them to crowds, and as their popularity continued to rise in 2016 they released their first self-titled EP and went on to perform alongside Weezer, Fall Out Boy, Panic! at the Disco and Lukas Graham before appearing at Lollapalooza and several other major U.S festivals.
After nearly a year in the making, Chris Ayer will be releasing his highly anticipated followup single, ‘Stay Another Night’. This single is distributed worldwide across all digital service providers by PIAS.
Chris Ayer has honed his craft over nearly a decade’s worth of countless performances in and around New York City. In 2014, Ayer made the move from New York City to Los Angeles, and almost simultaneously he began to witness his music gain viral traction throughout Europe and The United Kingdom. Since 2014, Chris has played over 1000 shows both internationally and domestically. Most recently, Chris capped off a 21 date national tour of the United States with a one-off performance in Amsterdam in front of 5500 screaming fans at AFAS Live supporting Matt Simons (‘Catch & Release’, ‘With You’). Chris recently performed at this year’s PinkPop Festival in The Netherlands, where he shared the bill with the likes of Green Day, Martin Garrix, Passenger, & Kings of Leon.
For his latest release, Chris has collaborated with acclaimed Dutch DJ/producer Palm Trees (Martin Garrix, Cee Lo Green, and Armin Van Buuren). The initial meeting between this dynamic duo ultimately lead to Ayer’s single, ‘On The Blvd’, which was released in 2016. Since it’s premier, ‘On the Blvd’ has racked up more than a 1.3 million streams on Spotify and it has accrued some notable radio airplay courtesy of various Dutch and Belgian tastemakers. Their latest collaboration, ‘Stay Another Night’, is Chris’s most viral song to date! “Stay Another Night’ landed in the Spotify Viral 50 in Denmark and Holland, it is the darling of Spotify U.S.’s Bae and Summer '17 playlists, it peaked at #4 on Hype Machine’s Twitter Music Chart, and it has already exceeded 200K+ streams in it’s first month of streaming! Go listen for yourself!
