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Check out two new songs by singer songwriter Tamar Haviv

August 5, 2014

Singer-songwriter, Tamar Haviv has just releasing her debut album You and Me Without Pajamas last month. With a refreshing range of heartfelt ballads, fun pop tunes and tales, the album features various notable musicians such as Jerry Marotta (Paul McCartney, Peter Gabriel, Indigo Girls), Sara Lee (The B-52’s, Ani DiFranco) and Kevin Salem (Rachael Yamagata, Mandy Moore). Tamar has such a fun style to her songs and her magnetic personality shines through. Her song Adore is an upbeat fun pop-folk style song that brings a fun side to the longing and yearning for someone. Her vocals take you from powerful with hints of vulnerability to the depths of a sultriness. Check out Adore here: Tamar captures a good mood while delivering some emotionally driven, thought provoking lyrics as in The Good Has Won. It is another fun song that brings her quirkiness to the forefront and yet you are so drawn to her infectiously fun side. She really reminds me of Ani DiFranco and this young girl has a very bright future ahead of her. Check out The Good [Read More]

Brian Setzer release video for lead single, Let’s Shake off new album Rockabilly Riot

August 1, 2014

Iconic guitarist, songrwriter Brian Setzer has released a video for his lead single, Let’s Shake which will be available on his forthcoming album, Rockabilly Riot” All Original. The album is set for an August 12th release through Surfdog Records. Brian says about the song, “Yeah, ‘Let’s Shake,’ how come no one has thought of that title yet? We’ve been making rock ‘n roll now for 60 years and no one has come up with ‘Let’s Shake?’ And I came up with it and I went ‘wow…Let’s Shake!’ You know, oh god, it’s just so simple it’s magic! It’s got a really great guitar solo in it, just rock ‘n roll sounding…it’s not really ‘billy’ sounding, it’s more rock and roll… again, it’s the simplest songs that are the hardest to write.” Check out the video here: The high energetic song fueled with rockabilly attitude is quite infectious. I have always loved Brian’s style of music and he has once again proved that he belongs high on the charts for his unique style and charismatic music. Here [Read More]

Jake Furia announces August tour dates for New York

August 1, 2014

The multi genre performer, Jake Furia definitely has a passion for music. I love that this young talented musician is so versatile with his music and it truly shows with his well crafted songs on his new EP, The Acoustic EP. The EP, which was recorded at Get Open Studios in Long Island and engineered by Michael Coppola, it can be purchased on iTunes here: http://bit.ly/1elu3gd. “‘The Acoustic EP’ for me is a starting point. It’s music in a really raw and bare-bones format, and I wanted to start with it for that reason. In my career, I want to get to experience music in as many ways as I can. Everyone who loves art has something in specific to them that they love about it. I think thats beautiful and I want to discover all’ve those things.” explains Furia. Jake has announced several August tour dates for New York with his band The Be Yourselves. Check out the dates below: August 05 Rockville Centre, NY Vibe Lounge August 09 Patchogue, NY ArtSpace August 15 Holbrook, [Read More]

Corey Taylor treats fans to an eclectic acoustic set at That Metal Show Concert

July 29, 2014

We have been telling you about all the great sets at the first ever That Metal Show concert which was held at Thunder Valley Resort in Lincoln, CA last Friday. It was great seeing the hosts of VH1’s That Metal Show as they introduced all the great bands. Make sure to check out our coverage of Living Colour and Anthrax too. But now, let us tell you about the great eclectic set that Corey Taylor (Slipknot, Stone Sour) delivered. Corey played a little bit of everything during his acoustic set. First, I have to tell you about the blazing heat as it was well over 100 degrees and I can only imagine how hot it was on that stage. I have to give a big kudos to all the great bands as they put on spectacular performances. Corey was there in the heat and he gave his 125% as always treating the crowd to his captivating vocals. He played some Stone Sour, cover songs, even a Slipknot song! Check out the photos of Corey from his set at [Read More]

UK transplant Laura Evans’ new EP establishes her as a star by Patrick O’Heffernan

July 26, 2014

Remembering When: an achingly delicious EP from Laura Evans Remembering When is an artistic triumph, a tour d’force for a debut EP, and with it Laura Evans has staked her claim to stardom. by Patrick O’Heffernan – Host, Music Friday Liveeffernan Making the transition from film and television to music is not always easy. Some people never quite make it; others glide into music with their visual entertainment chops totally intact and their music totally awesome because it is their passion. Fortunately for us, Laura J. Evans made the transition smoothly because her music is as bright and exciting as her smile on the big screen and music is her first passion. Evans relocated to Los Angeles from South Wales in the uk after a career in television and film, to pursue her dream, country music. It is easy to understand why she shifted to music when you hear the passion and the sheer talent she puts into her songs. The UK’s loss is our gain. Working with her co-writer and producer, Jeff Zacharski, Laura [Read More]

For Today announce a fall tour with headliner We Came As Romans

July 23, 2014

For Today have announced that they will be heading out on a fall tour with headliner, We Came As Romans and will include other supporting acts The Color Morale, Crossfaith and Palisades. This is one tour your are going to make sure you get your tickets for. What a high energy concert this promises to be! For Today are currently finishing up Warped Tour on the main stage and have been a crowd favorite as they deliver a fierce spot on set every time. We had the chance to chat with the inspring vocalist, Mattie Montgomerey before his set at the Wheatland California date. Mattie is truly one of the nicest guys and always has very inspirational advice. Whether you feel defeated, down, or facing a bump in the road, Mattie is always there to pick you p and let you know you can make it through anything. That is what I love about their music. You may not expect such great wisdom from a hardcore band but with For Today, you get bad ass [Read More]

Singer Songwriter Yuna brings color to your life with her new video for Come Back

July 15, 2014

The brilliant Malaysian singer songwriter Yuna has released a new video for her song Come Back. The new video was directed by Adam Patch and is inspired by illustrator Jason Ratcliff’s charming series “Walking Shadows” and it captures the song’s core themes of being conflicted in a decision in a playful and colorful way. The track comes from her latest full length album Nocturnal, released last October via Verve Records. Check out the video here: Yuna has one of the most breathtaking voices that complete captivates the listener. She brings such emotion to her voice utilizing a range of tones and inflections. She is magical and her music creates such a euphoric atmosphere. Mountains is available on her latest album Nocturnal which is available on iTunes here.Yuna has been touring globally in support of Nocturnal and has made appearances on Conan and Letterman. You can catch her on the following tour dates: 7/17 Santa Monica, CA @ Twilight Concerts at Santa Monica Pier* 8/29 Vancouver, Canada @ The Imperial 8/30 Seattle, WA @ Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival 8/31 [Read More]