Today's Video Share: "Nothing Sacred About Hatred" by Val Kinzler

“May violence cease to silence peace.”

Val Kinzler is a NYC award-winning singer-songwriter who strives to inspire healing through music. As a mother, teaching artist and edutainment consultant and youth counselor for the Dept. Of Education, Kinzler writes songs in a variety of genres. Her lyrics explore conflict, love, loss and celebrate the tenacity of the human spirit.

She is the founder and talent booker for NYC Women Who Rock, a John Lennon Songwriting Contest awardee, Martin Guitars Scholarship winner via Women In Music and Recording Artists Development Singer-Songwriter Contest winner. Val has opened for Chuck Negron (Three Dog Night), Marty Balin, Johnny Johnson, BB King and Dr. John. She plays solo and with her band of rock veterans.

For more information:
http://www.valkinzler.com
http://www.facebook.com/vkblive

Twitter Handle: Valkyriekinzler

Today's Video Share: "Ex's House Party" by Elizabeth Moen

The "Ex's House Party" video explores what it means to feel isolated at a party, how feelings for someone can change and yet feel so familiar. Elizabeth Moen hails from Vinton, Iowa, where she learned to play guitar as a teenager. Her 'sultry and intoxicating' voice tackles 'what it's like to be alive: to wake up each day and attempt to balance the myriad of emotions that go along with being human.'

Twitter Handle: emoenmusic

Today's Video Share: "Fight Like A Girl" by Raye Zaragoza

"Fight Like a Girl" is a mixed media, crowdsourced video that features images and video clips of female and female-identifying strength, inclusivity, resilience, and love. "Fighting like a girl" looks different to everyone, and the video amplifies and showcases women who use their platforms to "be their best selves." "Raye Zaragoza is an award-winning singer-songwriter who carries an acoustic guitar and a message. Writing about social issues comes naturally to Raye. 'As a woman of color in America, social issues are things you deal with and see every day of your life."'

Twitter Handle: rayezaragoza

Today's Video Share: "Trust" by Gracie and Rachel

"Trust" illustrates someone experiencing feelings of doubt becoming inspired and and empowered by someone else leading the way; 'it was inspired during a time when many women were sharing their stories of bravery against all odds on our screens. If we can trust our inner self to have the confidence to stand up when it's difficult to do so, we might inspire the next person to do the same.'

Twitter Handle: gracieandrachel

Today's Video Share: "Lazy Daze" by Michele Osten

“This video was pieced together by my partner Nic Gibbons in 2019 as a trial/sample video for the original tune Lazy Daze written by Clive Knapp. Initially written and performed with an Americana feel and later adapted by me, as a swinging jazz number. A good friend and songwriter, Denise Dimin, suggested I try and submit a little something to WOSR, very much hoping it fits your criteria. About me, Michele Osten born in Seattle a very long time ago now resides in London. Took up jazz rather late in life and has since played at some pretty high profile venues and festivals, Verdi Kitchen at The Royal Albert Hall, Pizza Express Chelsea in London, The Bulls Head in Barnes London, The Half Moon in Putney London and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival amongst other pubs, restaurants, street parties, and private functions.”

Twitter Handle: MicheleOsten

Today's Video Share: "MVP" by She Is Floyd

Rock singer-songwriter She is Floyd, of Dallas, TX, combines a captivating voice with compelling lyrics in each song she performs. Floyd’s songs let us know we’re not facing life alone while at the same time inspiring us to take positive steps forward.

 Floyd has released her latest single, MVP, which is a story about "playing the players."

 Floyd has a wide variety of musical inspirations, including Julie Andrews, AFI, The Used, John Rzeznik, Axl Rose, Led Zeppelin, and David Cassidy.

 Floyd got her start by playing local venues in the Dallas, TX., area where she currently resides. A sampling of her venues includes The Palladium, Freedom Fest, Dallas Lakewood Theatre, Celebrate Freedom, and The Curtain Club.

Twitter Handle: sheisfloyd

Today's Video Share: "Way Too Controlling" by Lauren St James

Lauren St. James is a British Pop Singer, Songwriter and Producer from London offering up fun, sassy and empowering songs that promise to get anyone out of a bad mood.

'Way Too Controlling' is Lauren's 4th single and it is the epitome of female empowerment. The song represents Lauren's unflinching attitude towards controlling behaviour and shows her audience that she stands for strength, independence and equality.

‘Way Too Controlling’ is an upbeat, sassy Pop Latino song perfect for the summer and, to make it even more exciting, it comes with a GOLDEN RETRIEVER MUSIC VIDEO featuring 30 Golden Retrievers!

Due to the Covid-19 epidemic, Lauren had to take initiative when creating this video, and Lauren had the genius idea of doing a homemade video with her many Golden Retrievers, which promises to be the cutest viral video of 2020.

Twitter Handle: laurensjmusic

Today's Video Share: "Soulblind" by Pivotal Awakening

Pivotal Awakening is a Michigan-based Contemporary Christian band. They are comprised of lead singer Mindi Odom and bass guitarist/keyboardist Andy Graves. Friends for several years on their church worship team, the two headed to the recording studio last fall to record "one song, just for fun." They quickly learned God had an entirely different plan for them. A suggestion from their producer to write more songs together, the sudden gain of an international fan following, and Mindi being voted as a Finalist in the 2020 Detroit Music Awards changed their lives. That "one song" idea is now a full commitment to let God take them and their music wherever He wishes them to go. With their fifteenth song now written together, the two just can't wait to see what happens next!

Twitter Handle: pivotalawakeni1

Today's Video Share: "Courage" by Abi Flynn

An artistically depicted true story of Alchemy and a community created music video for Abi Flynn's debut single, Courage.

Shot when Abi was 8 months pregnant, following her self-healing journey through cancer, ‘Courage’ is a testament to majesty and empowered self-expression in the face of adversity. Featuring fellow music artist, Holly Wellington, who was on her own cancer journey at the time of filming, the two deliver an epic visual narrative which depicts the celebration of life in every chapter.

Abi Flynn is a UK singer and self-proclaimed Artist of Heart. With her radiant, soulful voice that weaves it’s golden tones through influences of soul, jazz and Rnb, Abi’s music ignites something deeper in the heart of the listener.

Having recently traveled to her own depths during a 2 year cancer and self-healing journey which was quickly followed by an intense initiation into motherhood, Abi ’s renewed sense of artistry serves to alchemise challenge and celebrate the full spectrum of the human experience.

Twitter Handle: Abithesinger

Today's Video Share: "Home Is Where You Are" by Lauren Jaimes

Lauren Jaimes (pronounced James) is a Country music artist based out of Brooklyn, NY who recently released a debut music video and accompanying single, "Home Is Where You Are" on April 3, 2020. Her sound is a blend of Country, Folk, and Americana, and is influenced by artists like Kacey Musgraves and John Denver.
The "Home Is Where You Are" music video is currently featured on CMT.com, and since it's release last month has surpassed 31,000 views on YouTube and been added to Vevo's "True Country" playlist alongside artists like Willie Nelson, Toby Keith, and Ashley McBryde.

Twitter Handle: Lauren_Jaimes_

Today's Video Share: "Only You" by Jarmila Xymena Gorna

Jarmila Xymena Gorna is a London based Polish-born composer, pianist, vocalist, soundwoman, producer, inventor and tutor of the unique music training method called 'The Gorna Method'.

She was very nearly born on stage in the Lodz Grand Opera House where her opera-singer mother was determined to go on with the show! She started composing at 5, first attempt at sound engineering at 12. Teenage flirtation with Beethoven’s sonatas and Bach’s fugues. Academy of Music, Jazz faculty. She has never stopped reinventing herself… First in Poland - 19th century English folk music with Sovay, keyboard player with rock bands…

Then in England – in a quest to ‘find her own voice’ – her multimedia improvised Trance-Magic Piano Sessions at the bohemian Trolley Stop in Dalston, London, resulting in acclaimed album Hashgachah. Chosen for nomination by the BBC Radio 3 World Music Awards, guest lecturer at Cambridge University, composer of music for theatre and film. Performances at the ICA, Jazz Café, Vortex, Union Chapel etc. and European music festivals. Featured and interviewed by radio and TV around Europe. Inventor of a unique music teaching system – the Gorna Method. Built her own recording studio, where she works as a composer, songwriter, sound engineer, producer and arranger of music.

Today's Video Share: "The Breakthrough" by Lisa Mitts

This song is about not giving up in pursuit of your dream when it feels dark and discouraging. It's always darkest before the dawn but that is the sign that the sun is about to rise on a new day. This is the story of my own journey as an indie artist of working hard and feeling discouraged at times. The breakthrough is in the journey facing the discouragement and the fear. It is there that we grow stronger and have hope to take a few more steps.

Lisa Mitts is an ASCAP registered recording artist, singer/songwriter, pianist, and performer. She received Female Songwriter of the Year at the 2019 ISSA Awards (International Singer Songwriter Association), and a multi-nominated finalist for the 2020 awards. She has recorded with well known R&B artist Allen Stone, Seattle producer/artist Brandon Bee, Canadian artist Jon Bryant as well as in Franklin, TN at the Castle Studios with renowned Nashville musicians . Her music ranges in genres from pop to country, classic rock, singer/songwriter and contemporary christian to jazz and piano instrumental.

Twitter Handle: LisaMitts

Today's Video Share: "You Know My Name" by Lessette Kornegay

“My artist name is Lessette. The video was released on 9/26/17. It was filmed on location at the Agricultural Center in Kinston, NC. The video is funded by the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency through the Pitt County Arts Council at the Emerge Gallery Greenville, NC. Visuals for new single "YOU KNOW MY NAME" by Lessette from upcoming album. Filmed and edited by Casanova Frnstein. Music by Leander Tate Broken Wings Music Group.”

Twitter Handle: LessetteK

Today's Video Share: "House of the Rising Sun" (cover) by REFUGE

REFUGE is a young band from Kenya - fronted by a powerhouse 13-year old female singer. The band is made up of kids from 6 countries and four continents, ages 13 to 16. While their journey started halfway around the world, musically they are greatly influenced by ‘70s classic rock, funk and reggae, and the legacy of great, live rock music.

The band's name, REFUGE, represents what they are all about: an escape from the inauthentic music of our times; it also acknowledges their origins as “development kids” and their drive for social consciousness.

Formed in 2016, the band debuted publicly in 2018 and has quickly excelled to become the #1 rock band in Kenya, where they've received a lot of press. In August 2019, REFUGE played its first international gig at the Bautz Music Festival in Germany.

Instagram (13k followers) https://www.instagram.com/refuge_kenya/

Facebook (5k followers) https://www.facebook.com/pg/PGSBrefuge/

Twitter (2k followers) https://twitter.com/refuge_kenya

Twitter Handle: REFUGE_kenya

Today's Video Share: "Isolation Blues" by Alice Lee

Alice Lee releases a new song in the midst of a global pandemic. The Brooklyn-based songstress has released five albums and had her music used on cable television, in independent film, and for fashion. She has been featured by Jane Magazine, SXSW, and the American Music Awards. She is currently finishing up a record and contemplating a release in light of lockdown and social distancing. Prompted by a friend, she submitted this last-minute song to NPR's Tiny Desk competition.

Twitter Handle: allaroo

Today's Video Share: "Sister Soul" by Karin Fransson

"Sister Soul" is track 2/4 off my new EP "Commuter Diaries, Vol 1" released this Spring.

It's the only one with drums and band sound of the 4 and has a retro 70s soulful MOR vibe which has gone down well. It's been played on Swedish radio and has had numerous write-ups in blogs (Two Story Melody/Eartothegroundmusic). The video was great to make with some cool new tricks learned!

Twitter Handle: karin_fransson

 

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