Canadian electro-rock duo Chapellz has released a music video for their single “Passion”. The song will be on the band’s upcoming debut EP The Notone releasing on 9/1 and is a dramatic love story between a starlet and a common man. “The video was inspired by 40’s Film Noir,” says Ced Chapellz, the producer …
Read More »Interview: PM Romero of William Pilgrim on upcoming documentary, ISHues
PM Romero has seen his recent efforts begin to catalyze the realization of his hopes and dreams. Alongside songwriting partner Ish Herring, their band, William Pilgrim, has earned equal parts acclaim and fame. Their two albums thus far, 2011’s The Great Recession and 2014’s Epic Endings have impacted the scope …
Read More »Album Review: Dan Croll – Emerging Adulthood
Liverpool, England singer-songwriter Dan Croll experienced honest-to-goodness success within a relatively short span of his music career. The release of his 2014 major label debut, Sweet Disarray, was followed by an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel and, despite variable reception, a still-respectable #12 spot on Billboard’s US Top Heatseekers Albums chart. …
Read More »Interview: Haulix founder Matt Brown on recovery, new updates, future plans
When it comes to music, the primary focus of conversation may center on the adulation of certain artists, genre preferences, and the like. But in truth, it is the services distributing the music that are of equal importance to the artists who help create it. Haulix is one of particularly …
Read More »Album Review: Edward Rogers – TV Generation
Edward Rogers’ career progression melds substantial poignancy with matching diligence. The Birmingham-bred Englishman initially honed his musical chops on drums, playing in various garage bands upon moving to New York City. However, a subway accident in 1985 left him without a right arm and right leg below the knee. This …
Read More »Interview: Jonathan Wolfe of Vespera on ‘The Thoughts That Plague You,’ Relationships, Fan Outreach
Jonathan Wolfe has created a wealth of buzz around his latest endeavor, Vespera. The initially one-man band began in part because of a resonant quote by David Bowie, which promptly jolted Wolfe out of his artistic slump: “If you feel safe in the area that you’re working in,” he observed, …
Read More »Interview: Gene Potts of Colossal Street Jam on comeback, ‘Living Free,’ upcoming material
Veteran hard rockers Colossal Street Jam have continually proven a worthy asset of the New Jersey music scene. Releasing their debut album in 1993, the band showed honest promise during the decade’s alternative rock boom. Accumulative internal conflict led to the band’s hiatus in 1995, but that would ultimately serve …
Read More »Interview: American Idol Finalist Danny Gokey discusses new album, ‘Rise’
Danny Gokey has reinvigorated his career path to newly substantial levels. Originally a finalist on season 8 of American Idol, the Gospel-influenced singer/songwriter became so amid the loss of his first wife, Sophia. From initial trials of tragedy to eventual triumph, Gokey has continually crafted a pop sound all his …
Read More »Evee unveils concept video for rising debut single, “Lone Wolf”
Multifaceted singer/performance artist Evee has returned to give fans a new taste of “Lone Wolf”’s potential. Thus far, she has amassed an impressive 229,000 hit count combining stream and lyric video views. Her music video captures a milestone of this success, providing alternate insight into the song’s thematic leanings. Two …
Read More »Album Review: VA – Music For Everyone
Music For Everyone is an American Civil Liberties Union-sponsored project that could not be more relevant today. With comprisal input by John Nolan of Taking Back Sunday, Collective Confusion Records, as well as the Sub City non-profit, this compilation is full of unreleased—and all the more timely—material to stress personable …
Read More »Interview: From Indie Rocker to Score Composer – Craig Wedren Bridges the Gap Between Two Career Roles
Craig Wedren has built an extensive profile across music, TV and film. As a composer, some of his best-known credits include the State, Anchorman, School of Rock, The Whitest Kids U Know, and Wet Hot American Summer. This skillset wouldn’t be catalyzed, however, without a foundation comprising substantial musical perspective. …
Read More »Dan Black Drops New Video, “Farewell” ft. Kelis
Singer/producer Dan Black recently unveiled “Farewell,” the leading single off his to-be-released Do Not Revenge album (slated for June 6). By itself, the song aptly highlights his ultimately flowing collaborative approach with fellow popstar Kelis. The writing process exhibits an interesting evolution. As Black notes, both artists were undergoing transformative …
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