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Get ready to be swept off your feet by the alluring vocals of Roméo Testa

March 22, 2014

I wanted to share with you the amazing and alluring vocals of a young musician from Los Angeles. The first moment I heard his voice, I ran back over to the computer to get closer and re-examine who I just put on. Allow me to introduce you to Roméo Testa. His voice was magical, filled with such passion and yet maintains a serene vulnerability. You can’t help be mesmerized by him and you are fully engaged as his words touch your heart and his song dances around you. Roméo Testa began his passion in music at the young age of 7 when he took up the violin and the guitar at age 8. He then went on to learn other instruments, and over the years began his incredible journey into singing and songwriting. His style can be classified as acoustic rock or folk rock, but is definitely not limited to there. His songwriting skills are brilliant, as he is in the caliber of such great musicians like Ray LaMontagne, John Mayer or Jason Mraz. Yes, he is just [Read More]

Ben Sollee is our Bottle Rock Napa 2014 Featured Artist of the Day

March 21, 2014

Today our Bottle Rock Napa Featured Artist is Ben Sollee. This year’s Bottle Rock lineup has such a variety of music to enjoy and I hope that everyone will take the time to take it all in and enjoy the gift of music. Ben Sollee is just that, an amazingly talented cellist and singer who delivers his gift of music through soulful folk songs. His music can range from soft and sweet to fun and upbeat. He is a definite treasure in this year’s lineup. Ben grew up in Kentucky where he began playing the cello in fourth grade. Music was always surrounding him as his parents encouraged him in his art. H quickly grew into a spectacular songwriter and would bring his music to life on his cello. He is exceptional at creating depth in his musical elements and his folk songs dance off the notes and tones. You will be wildly captivated by him. Music: Half Made Man available on Itunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/half-made-man/id556347983 Song to Check out: Letting Go Check Ben out make sure [Read More]

The Agonist announce new singer Vicky Psarakis as Alissa White-Gluz joins ARCH ENEMY

March 17, 2014

Right on the heels of our last past of Alissa White-Gluz taking over as the new singer in ARCH ENEMY, we are pleased to announce Vicky Psarakis as the new singer for The Agonist. The Agonist members released the following statement after Alissa’s departure: “Today we announce that after 3 albums and countless tours we officially part ways with vocalist Alissa White-Gluz. We wish Alissa all the best with Arch Enemy and her future endeavors. It is the beginning of a new and exciting chapter for The Agonist! We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to the The Agonist family. Please give a warm welcome to very talented vocalist Vicky Psarakis! Stay tuned for new The Agonist material coming VERY soon!” We look forward to bringing you more information on Vicky and are glad to see that The Agonist will continue on with their female fronted metal. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAgonistOfficial Twitter: www.twitter.com/theagonist

Lyonn EP Knivsta is filled with lyrics of love, soft as a warm embrace

March 12, 2014

Allow the music of Lyonn to wrap around you as you dance with the melodies. Lyonn is the musical project by Tyler Gelrud and from first listen, you will instantly be charmed by his voice. Lyonn‘s current EP KNIVSTA is filled with honest and raw songs that beautifully tell the tales from Tyler’s life. The first song Silver Screen Love is a romantic tale that will have you reminiscing of the first time you were deeply in love, even feeling the fluttering of those butterflies as you remember their name and those special moments. The vocals dance in your head as it paints the picture of romance. On Bastille Day, once again you are drawn into the story of the song and the vocals are powerful and emotionally driven. Another song, Dancing Machine is another acoustic delight that will have you swaying in the moonlight and is set to be on the soon to be released EP, Promenade. You are really going to love it and I am excited that Lyonn is [Read More]

Tyson Leslie delivers a treasure with his new melodic rock album, Train Wrecks Havoc and Heartbreak

March 12, 2014

You may not be familiar with the name Tyson Leslie but I am sure you have heard him play or seen him perform live. He has played alongside the likes of Corey Taylor, (Slipknot, Stone Sour), Gavin DeGraw, Carmine Appice (Rod Stewart, Vanilla Fudge, etc), George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob) and as a temporary member of Red Line Chemistry (touring with Whitesnake). Now is the time for you to get to know Tyson Leslie as he steps into center spotlight with his new album, Train Wrecks Havoc and Heartbreak. His new album can be described as a blend of power pop, melodic rock, Southern rock and more. You are treated to fun upbeat tracks, catchy choruses, power ballads and anything to fit your mood. Tyson explains more about how he began his journey with his new music, ” It’s been a challenge, and a completely separate train of thought that goes into putting a record together completely by myself. After years of playing in cover bands and playing other people’s material, it’s been extremely rewarding to finally get [Read More]

Ani DiFranco mesmerizes Napa with her passionate and heartfelt set

March 9, 2014

It was a magical night at the Uptown Theater in Napa, California yesterday. It was a night filled with love, hope, inspiration and sweet beautiful music. Ani DiFranco, the amazingly talented singer/songwriter/poet was in the house to perform her final show of her tour. First, I must share that the ambiance that the Uptown Theater creates was the perfect backdrop for this stellar performance. The Uptown Theater has a very strict photo policy which you don’t really appreciate until you experience it firsthand. Going to about 15 concerts a month, I tend to spend so much time bobbing my head side to side in hopes of capturing the performer in my line of site, but instead I am greeted by cell phones and cameras in the air. Without the distractions of these, you can’t help but bathe in the beauty of the artist and become one with the moment. Last night was that perfect night. Her impressive opener, Jenny Scheinman woed the crowd with her touching and sometimes jovial folk songs. The crowd was purely [Read More]

Selena Gomez returns to Texas to play Borderfest 2014

March 9, 2014

Twenty one year old, Selena Gomez has been quite busy with her television/film acting and singing career. Sometimes you know, it feels so good to return home. Selena Gomez made a stop at State Farm Arena in Hidalgo, Texas on March 8, 2014 with her Stars Dance Tour 2014, where she performed to a sold out crowd containing fans of all ages. One thing is for sure, she delivered a night full of excitement and fun music. Our photographer/correspondent Randy Salazar detailed, “The crowd was grabbed from the start with her entrance and started singing along, where the energy in the room could be felt.. She greeted the crowd letting them know she was happy to be home since she was a Texas native.” Selena also posted on her Instagram/Facebook with the following: “Reunited and it feels sooo good TX always makes me proud #littles #realmexicanfood #home” Selena‘s latest album Stars Dance features the #1 hit single Come and Get it and the single Slow Down. You can pick up Stars Dance on Itunes here. With an album full of [Read More]