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: "August Rain" by Pivotal Awakening
Pivotal Awakening is a Michigan-based Contemporary Christian band. Their second song, August Rain, is an emotional story of sudden loss, grief, healing, hope, and faith. Based on a real world tragedy, band members Mindi and Andy donate all royalties from this song to a charity related to the event.
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: "Balance" by Jackie Brown
Jackie Brown wrote this acoustic ballad “Balance”, an emotional piece that highlights the importance of finding a healthy balance — physically, emotionally and mentally.
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: "Your Fire" by Charley Young
"Your Fire" music video was made by an all-female cast & crew, highlighting women and it's made for women. The song was featured on VideoStar App and supported by author James Patterson!
Twitter Handle: mscharleyyoung
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
Today's Video Share: "I Love You to the Moon and Back" by Elia Rose
25 confined musicians and a lot of love. Made in Belgium.
Today's Video Share: "Silver Moon" by Rock Farm Road Kneipp
Rock Farm Road Kneipp shares, “The video for 'Silvermoon' was recorded in Sydney NSW Australia at a local park rose garden. it was a beautiful day and I decided to lie down in the grass to get a better shot and interesting film angle. My husband thought it was a great idea and got up on the ladder that we brought in the car, even though I was in my best dress and hair and makeup that I did myself and the bugs were crawling over me. This song is a great romantic song about lost love and waiting for that love to return, there is a great bass solo at the end, which you don't always find in a pop song. We go by the band name 'Rock Farm Road' and record all our songs in our own home studio. We are an independent artist and released our debut album "Light My Way" in November 2019. We are considered Adult Alternative Contemporary Rock Pop Music as all instruments are played live into the recordings. We are working on a new album for release early next year and trust that you enjoy our artistic contribution to the world. Feel free to contact us at www.rockfarmroad.com”
Twitter Handle: rockfarmroad1
Today's Video Share: "Must Be" by Mauve
Mauve is a 23- year old Electro Chill-Pop singer and songwriter from Mississauga, Ontario with over half a million streams on Spotify. She was nominated for “Best New Artist” at the 2018 Niagara Music Awards and has won the 2019 Intercontinental Music Award for "Best of North America-Pop" for her song, “Come Around”. Her songs are played in various retail stores in North America and has been featured in various online articles/magazines such as The Gate, Triple HQ, Eat Sleep Breathe Music, Skope Mag, The Tinnitist and many more!
Here are links to Mauve’s social media profiles:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauve.music/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MusicbyMauve
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musicbymauve/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq-1VW9KKPZDxndkW94PKXQ
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kIuLV6IQZ3nj7WmHZIXNt
This is the official music video of her performing “Must Be” – off her 2019 EP ‘Palette’ that was released on April 22nd 2020.
Twitter Handle: MusicbyMauve
Today's Video Share: "It's Okay (Not to Be Okay)" by Abby K
Written just before brewing chaos changed life as we know it, “It’s Okay (Not to be Okay)” was born in Cambria, CA while Abby was touring the W. Coast promoting her latest album. Influenced by her musical heroes, Fran Healy of Travis and Michael Stipe of REM, the song reflects current authentic human feelings of anguish and fear surrounded by a giant ambient hug. It’s okay not to be okay. It’s okay to have hard times and bad feelings. And it’s okay to talk about them.
Abby’s sound is as green, lush and dramatic as the Pacific Northwest. Her melodies are instantly hummable and imminently memorable, and her stories will hit you smack dab in the heart.
Twitter Handle: abbykmusic
Today's Video Share: "Slow Down" by Kierra Gray
With the current Covid-19 pandemic sending the world into a crisis, singer-songwriter Kierra Gray shares the biggest lesson she has learned through it all, to slow down. Gray shared that during the quarantine she has had time to spend with her family, read a book, take a nap, and simply take time to smell the flowers without feeling guilty. She states, “This song is a reminder for me to not just exist, but to be present. I hope this message resonates with you as much as it has with me.” She has also made the song available for download from her website for free. She says, “Releasing this song isn’t about making a profit. It’s about giving a hopeful reminder, so you can download it from my website [and] give whatever you feel you should!”
One of Kierra’s most recent musical achievements was being named a 2018 National YoungArts Winner in the Voice/Singer-Songwriter discipline, where she was one of five singer-songwriters selected in the nation. Gray has also had the opportunity to provide two of her original songs for the 2020 Korean documentary and musical, Permission to Exist, scheduled for release later this year.
Twitter Handle: kierragraysings
Today's Video Share: "Layers" by Mad Libby
MAD LiBBY is making the best of the quarantine situation and they hope you like the song, “Layers”.
Today's Video Share: "Need a Hug When It's All Over" by Marcelle
“A song of hope. I just wanted to share this song with you all. After feeling totally isolated from everyone, I decided to write a song of hope for when we come out on the other side of this Lockdown. It lifted my spirits making it and I hope it can do the same for you when we all get to hug again the loved ones, friends and strangers that we’ve missed through this time of Isolation. It will be over and on the other side we will cherish the simple touch that in the past we all took for granted.” - Marcelle
Today's Video Share: "Come Away with Me" by Michelle Rose
Michelle Rose is a sophomore at Berklee College of Music where she studies vocal performance, songwriting & music production. “Come Away With Me” was produced by Dr. Fink, from Prince's band, The Revolution. It's about yearning to be involved with your love interest and dreaming of going on an exotic vacation with him. Michelle planned and co-directed the video.