Zella Day – Kicker

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Zella Day’s debut LP, entitled “Kicker”, has been released. The 20-year-old singer and songwriter from Arizona had successful single releases in 2014 with captivating pop songs like “Sweet Ophelia” and “Hypnotic”, now featured on her album. For more info, including tour dates, go to zelladay.com

Review: Melody Gardot – Currency Of Man

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She has always been an old soul. Even before the serious bicycle accident at age 19 that left Melody Gardot facing severe injuries, she thought life would end for her at 21. She didn’t know about patience and the beauty of taking your time until after this fateful crash which … Continue Reading →

Simply Red – Big Love

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“Big Love”, the reunion album by British pop group Simply Red, is out now. Formed in 1985, Simply Red had sold 50 million records by the time they disbanded in 2010 after a huge farewell tour. Now the band around the only remaining original member, singer Mick Hucknall, has reunited … Continue Reading →

Heather Nova – The Way It Feels

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Heather Nova is set to release her new album “The Way It Feels”. This is the ninth studio album by the Bermudian singer and songwriter, her first release since the critically acclaimed “300 Days At Sea” in 2011. With a 25-year career as a musician, the 47-year-old Heather Nova delivers … Continue Reading →

Cloverdayle – Off The Grid

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Cloverdayle’s new album “Off The Grid” has been released. This is the second LP by the Nashville-based husband and wife duo, follow-up to their 2012 full-length debut, “9 Miles Down A 10 Mile Road”. With “Off The Grid” the two musicians don’t go off the proven path, sticking to the … Continue Reading →

Brandon Flowers – The Desired Effect

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Brandon Flowers, prolific frontman of The Killers, releases his second solo album, “The Desired Effect”. As announced by Flowers, this record is definitely different from “Flamingo”, his 2010 solo debut. Produced by Ariel Rechtshaid, “The Desired Effect” comes with a huge sound, featuring lively pop songs with an unexpected blend … Continue Reading →

Lena – Crystal Sky

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German recording artist Lena has released her fourth studio album, entitled “Crystal Sky”. The “Satellite” singer won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2010 which fueled big sales of her debut album. But except for Lena’s catchy hit single, her first three LPs have been lackluster efforts with few good songs, … Continue Reading →

Review: Snoop Dogg – Bush

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Snoop Dogg has seen such great success in his many incarnations as an artist, business mogul and all around family guy. He’s been the front man of a number of reality TV franchises. He’s been on the sideline as Coach Snoop seeing many young student athletes through high school sports … Continue Reading →

Andreya Triana – Giants

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British soul singer and songwriter Andreya Triana has released her second album, entitled “Giants”. After she toured with Bonobo, he produced her debut album “Lost Where I Belong” in 2010. Triana’s exciting new record is produced by Matt Hales, featuring the catchy single “Gold”.

Review: Mumford & Sons – Wilder Mind

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We are living during a time in music unlike any other. Genres are changing, blending together in piercing combinations that leave us craving for more. As one of the originators of neofolk, Mumford & Sons are well aware of the effect this musical shift has over pop culture. In the … Continue Reading →