Today's Video Share: Cygnet by Magdalucca
Alternative-pop singer-songwriter, and multi-media artist, Magdalucca is enjoying a creative rebirth fluidly expressing her unique visions of music, visual art, and film. Her debut EP, The Air Between, offers enlightening and emboldening social commentary, personal revelation, and wisdom gleaned from tenets of Buddhism.
The Air Between melds sensually emotive vocals and lyrics with an imaginative and cohesive combination of stringed instruments and classical music motifs with rugged electronic beats and fresh synthetic textures. Magdalucca’s aesthetic conjures the moody beauty of Björk, Portishead, and with the addition of her conceptual creations, Laurie Anderson comes to mind.
The first single from the The Air Between is the sublimely beautiful “Cygnet.” It’s an emotional centerpiece of the album because it’s the first song she ever wrote, and it’s tied to the birth of her son and Magdalucca’s difficulty, at first, with accepting motherhood. The song has become a celebration of her son and parenting, poetically conveying how that the baby swan swimming next to her in the river of life will eventually find his own way.
Twitter Handle: magdaluccamusic
Today's Video Share: Cool It by Emily Makis
I'm nineteen years old, a self-confessed studio gremlin, working solo to write and produce my own tracks and currently working on an EP. I like bending genres, mixing Synth Pop with Electro Soul and experimenting with my vocals. Thank you for selecting my track.
Twitter Handle: EmilyMakis
Today's Video Share: Broken Bright Star by Castle Black
Castle Black is a Brooklyn-based rock band, bringing a powerful and thunderous sound, full of hard-hitting jams, never sacrificing the hook. Described as drawing from punk, post-punk, grunge, alternative and new wave, Castle Black refuses to be pinned down to a genre. Each song careens through a stream of consciousness depiction of life stories, social anthems and raw emotions. Gritty female vocals, roaring drums, melodic bass and guitar-forward hooks collide, staying in your head for days on end.
They have been described as “the kind of band you want to catch on the way up” (New York Music Daily), whose “sound is an inventive and stimulating mixture of genres,” making “Castle Black’s style one of a kind.” (Indie Rock Café) Castle Black is “capturing the NY sound with a subdued, crunchy Garage-band sound with a slight L-7-esque edge to their own concoction.” (Musically Fresh) Indie Rock Café selected Castle Black for their Best DIY and Indie Rock 2016 list. NY Music Daily included the EP Trapped Under All You Know on their Best of 2017 list, the EP release show on their Best Shows of 2017 list and the single "Broken Bright Star" on the Best Songs of 2017 list. Music Existence named the band among their Top Alternative Rock Picks of 2017.
Now, the band releases its third official video, this time for "Broken Bright Star," off of the 2017 EP Trapped Under All You Know. Filmed entirely in Brooklyn, NY and directed and filmed by Jeff Allyn Szwast, the band continues their foray into the dark and mysterious visuals to further their story.
Twitter Handle: castleblacknyc
Today's Video Share: What I'd Do To Get Your Love Back by CeCe Teneal with Soulkamotion
CeCe Teneal & Soul Kamotion has been captivating the globe with original, live music for more than 16 years. Their blend of blues, soul and roots music uplifts and inspires audiences with messages of hope, love and the belief that anything is possible. They pride themselves on providing incredible live music experiences that transcend cultural and generational barriers. Their music is funky, fun, enchanting, powerful, faith-filled, purposeful, and reflective. It speaks to all stages of love and living and embracing our true life while reminding people to appreciate their blessings and not take things for granted.
The album’s first single, “What I’d Do To Get Your Love Back” was originally written by CeCe’s mom, international blues singer Yvonne Jackson, and when the band listened to it, the words took on a whole new meaning. “The song is an opportunity to reflect on what that moment would be like to get someone’s love back for just one day – a parent, sibling, friend or love interest,” said CeCe. “We’ve all been there.”
Twitter Handle: soulkamotion
Today's Video Share: Dark Room by MAWD
‘Dark Room’, profiles the feeling of isolation that so many of today’s youth experience. “I felt like I was going crazy, sitting in my dark, dingy, dorm room, struggling with the longing for a comforting feeling, trying to fit in, feeling like a stranger in my skin and discovering a new dark part of my mind,” reveals MAWD.
‘Dark Room’ is an explosion of soulful husky vocals, over gritty guitars and powerful driving rhythms. MAWD has been compared to the likes of Elle King, Janis Joplin and Alabama Shakes.
Her debut self titled EP is produced by Roger Gisborne of Los Angeles based record label Sound x3 and Josiah Mezzaschi (Rilo Kiley, Kate Nash, The Jesus and The Mary Chain) and mastered by Brian Lucey (The Black Keys, Beck, The Kills). MAWD has headlined sold out shows across the globe and will be performing at SXSW this spring. INSTAGRAM - FACEBOOK - TWITTER
Today's Video Share: Evolix EPK Video by Evolix
Evolix is a pop duo from the diverse streets of Brockton, Massachusetts. The group is made up of the Kotsiopoulos sisters, who are gifted with unique, yet cohesive, voices. Their high energy and incredibly harmonic sound is a synergistic blend of pop and EDM. Alexis and Korina have been working together since early childhood, developing their sound, and writing all original music. Their sound can be compared to that of Dua Lipa and The Chainsmokers.
Twitter Handle: evolixofficial
Today's Video Share: Fly Me Up - by Miss Mojo
We are excited to announce the first Single off Miss Mojo’s upcoming debut full-length album - Fly Me Up - releasing April 27th, 2018! Fly Me Up is an upbeat and uplifting song, and a musical embodiment of energy, possibility, optimism, and youth. The accompanying music video enhances this message with its dynamic sequences and vibrant portraits of New Orleanian landscapes.
Miss Mojo is an 8-piece group based in New Orleans, best described as Soul / Pop. In January of 2017, Miss Mojo released its debut EP, Up & Personal, a six-track album whose soulful ballads and body-loosening funk tunes demonstrate the band’s versatility. The group is slated to release its sophomore album, Love in Time, on June 7th, following two singles (April 27th, May 18th).
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missmojo_nola/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissMojoNola/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0gOgTykHtej65Q5SOV7xpV
Today's Video Share: Why I Started, Where it's All Going - by Chantmagick
I wanted to do a short but comprehensive video bio about my origins and motivations as a musician. This was therapeutic for me and it motivates me to keep making music and sharing it with other people. This was my self love gift to myself.
Today's Video Share: Old Birds by Bumper Jacksons
Like an old-time barn dance in downtown New Orleans, the Bumper Jacksons pull together a vast array of early American traditions into a deliciously cohesive sound that strikes you right in the heart. Country swing, old-time blues, brassed-up bluegrass - these high-spirit wonders do and love it all. Powerhouse vocals are flanked by a dexterous pedal steel and a brassalicious horn section, all supported by dynamic drums and bass. Frontwoman Jess Eliot Myhre leads the hard-swinging grooves with co-conspirator and songwriter Chris Ousley. At the center of it all, is an invitation to join in – be it a rowdy dance, a moment of soulful intimacy, or a movement to make a better world.
"Old Birds" is a Jess Eliot Myhre original, honoring the fact that we cannot be our best selves all of the time. But as we yearn to change ourselves and the world around us, we need understanding, forgiveness and love. The video is an empowering (literal) explosion of fun and joy, showing images of our next generation busting apart oppressive -isms.
Twitter Handle: bumperjacksons
Today's Video Share: On My Way by Meryem Saci
Fresh off her appearance on the singing competition show, The Voice : France, along with co-sign from Perez Hilton, Meryem Saci is reintroducing to the world the single from her same-titled mixtape, "On My Way".
Video produced by Meryem Saci. Directed by Mark Valino. Edited by Kim K Films.
Twitter Handle: meryemsaci
Today's Video Share: Who We Were Before by Yvette Nacer
Written during a dark and painful time for Yvette Nacer, "Who We Were Before" really wrote itself and was a healing process for her. Even though the track, written as a lullaby on a Tres Cubana, which is a little Cuban guitar, is the most stripped down record Yvette has put out. She wanted to release it in the event that it can help even one person who listens to it.
Twitter Handle: Yvette_G_Nacer
Today's Video Share: Perfect Luv by Bodacious Thang
Hope you enjoy the premiere of Perfect Luv. This video was shot on an Iphone for $6.56. We are true DIY'ers and we believe Ingenuity will always triumph.
Today's Video Share: Walk the Walk by No Trombones
Walk the Walk is No Trombones' first release. Featuring American Idol finalist, LiL Rounds, and mixed by top producer/mixer Yoad Nevo. Using borrowed influences to create a new dish which tastes familiar but that gives off fresh new aromas, and this recipe also has a great horn section baked in.
Today's Video Share: That Girl by Ashleigh Rogers
Ashleigh Rogers is a 24 year old singer/songwriter from Arkansas. With a wide range of musical inspirations, her own sound falls somewhere between Country, R&B, and Pop. She began performing and recording music at an early age, and by the age of 11 she had co-written her first song. After lessons in fiddle and guitar early on, Ashleigh later found a love for playing the piano. She made the move to Nashville in 2017, and since then has submerged herself in the writing scene there. Her self-love party anthem "That Girl" is the first single from her debut EP, recorded in Nashville, TN with producer Brian Bunn. They both co-wrote the song with Fred Wilhelm. The acoustic version, played by Jesse Tucker, is shown in the video, where Ashleigh also speaks briefly about her writing process and the meaning behind the song. The video was produced in Nashville, by Handmade Productions.
Twitter Handle: ashleighrogersm
Today's Video Share: Not The Only One by Every Lovely Thing
Not The Only One is the 2nd single from the duo Every Lovely Thing! Available on CDBaby: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/everylovelything2
and iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/not-the-only-one-single/1366098833 Follow us on Twitter! @evrylovelything www.EveryLovelyThing.band
This song was written by Kate Stanton and Marianne Kesler (aka Every Lovely Thing) and produced by Ben Kesler at Red Pill Studio. Video footage by Every Lovely Thing. Shout out to Luke DeJaynes who played drums on the track and special thanks to Caleb & Kate Peyton who starred in the video!
We feel like the new song is very accessible … probably every one can relate to feeling like they are the only one in some situation during their life. On a personal note, we are reflecting on our personality type (both INFJs on the Myers-Briggs) that can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation, or not being understood. One favorite line is “weighed down with sorrow so much deeper than out own” as INFJs not only struggle with our own issues and perfectionism, but also deeply care about the greater whole of society and thus can become weighed down with the collective sorrow of the world. We crave being known (intimacy) with others and ultimately with God. Our duo is testament to the fact that there are others out there like ourselves - it has been amazing to find a friend and cowrite with a kindred spirit!
Twitter Handle: evrylovelything
Today's Video Share: Push Pull by Lia Menaker
With a voice described by critics as "soulful, haunting," "soothing and accessible", Lia Menaker has emerged onto the singer-songwriter scene as a soulful storyteller, infusing edgy poetry and a theatrical flair into a musical blend of pop, rock, and blue-eyed soul. Think Amy Winehouse meets Fiona Apple in an old cabaret club.
In her newest release ''Push Pull', Menaker sings about the frustrating back and forth emotions one feels in an unhealthy, push-pull type of relationship. One moment, you feel love and affection that feels very honest and real, and the next moment, that same partner pushes you away in fear. The song came after an intense relationship Menaker experienced while trying online dating; it was a way for her to say everything she wanted to say to the guy but never quite had the courage to say.
Twitter Handle: liamenaker
Today's Video Share: Gravel Rag by Holy Moly and the Crackers
Holy Moly & The Crackers - the UK-based high-octane six piece - return with smoking new single and video 'Gravel Rag', a track inspired by the infamously wild nightlife of their hometown, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (UK). The track plays on the punkish grunt of the band’s 2017 album Salem, whilst referencing the folk and blues tradition that the band root themselves in.
"Gravel Rag purposefully has a vintage vibe to it - the song itself is named after an old piano rag from 1908. We wanted to tip our hat to our influences and inspirations. But, at the same time we worked hard to make sure that it still contemporary, alive and kicking. We tried to mirror that relationship between old and new in the video by working with two professional dancers: Elise Hopper, a local swing dance teacher, and Lerato Mncube, a contemporary dancer and teacher. They are the frame for the band.”
Produced by Matt Terry at VADA Studios and mixed by Dan Austin (who's credits include The Pixies), 'Gravel Rag' illustrates the force that they've become a force in the studio, capturing the feverish energy of their potent live show; a show they're bringing to a host of UK festivals this year including Bestival, Boomtown, Bearded Theory, Lost Evenings, Wilderness, Beautiful Days and more, before their largest ever UK headline tour in November.
Twitter Handle: holymolyhq
Today's Video Share: Lay Her Down by Velvet & Stone
Velvet & Stone’s brand of contemporary folk combines haunting soundscapes with catchy pop hooks and great songs – giving an original and beautiful take on a traditional genre. Crafting their live set with performances at Cambridge Folk Festival, Celtic Connections and Somersault, they take their audiences on a journey through stunning melodies and soundscapes to foot-stomping folk-rock.
Led by the ethereal combination of Lara Snowdon’s vocals and songwriting, and Kathryn Tremlett’s violin, Velvet & Stone’s music draws upon personal stories, melancholy tales and rugged landscapes, creating a sound that is difficult to forget. The band are currently touring as a four-piece with Kev Jackson on guitar, and Paddy Blight on double bass. Their writing has strong folk-revival flavours, combined with the raw appeal of contemporary influences such as Seth Lakeman, The Cranberries and The Levellers.
The band released their new single ‘ Raise Your Ghosts ‘ in August 2017, followed by the The Embers EP in October 2017. Their music has gained plaudits from across the music press, airtime on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio Scotland and BBC Radio Wales and is championed by BBC Introducing. In 2018, they will be releasing new music and videos, and working on their debut album.
Twitter Handle: VelvetStoneMus
Today's Video Share: Flashbacks by We are the Way for the Cosmos to Know Itself
We are very pleased to finally release this first piece of the forthcoming EP that we have been working on for the past year. In many ways Flashbacks captures the sound and the themes that we have been exploring in this process. It is about bittersweet nostalgia and longing, where memories exist in the borderline between happiness and anxiety. Remembering the past in differing shades of light. We have been working with a sound which is not a specific vintage sound of a past decade nor is it the sound of modern pop music. It is more about remembering the sound of yesteryears synth pop music than reproducing it.
Today's Video Share: I Know A Place by Line Bøgh
Since 2017, Line has been touring with the visual artist, Christian Gundtoft. They have a pretty original live show combining her music with drawings and animations. While she plays, live visuals are being projected directly up on the stage, and Line becomes “part of the painting”. The stories of the songs are being told through the drawings, and it creates a quite, special and cinematic concert experience. Also the video was made by Christian Gundtoft: It took 2000 frames to make Line jump into another fantastic world.