Patrice – Life’s Blood

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“Life’s Blood”, the seventh studio LP from German reggae artist Patrice, has been released. This is the follow-up to 2013’s “The Rising Of The Son” and comes 17 years after Patrice’s solo breakout in 1999, the year he released his debut EP and supported Lauryn Hill on the European leg … Continue Reading →

Rachael Yamagata – Tightrope Walker

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Singer and songwriter Rachael Yamagata has published her fourth studio album, entitled “Tightrope Walker”. For the production of the music she was experimenting with a lot of instruments she hasn’t used before and she was able to create a unique sound that makes this album special. Rachael Yamagata is currently … Continue Reading →

Review: Passenger – Young As The Morning Old As The Sea

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Young As The Morning Old As The Sea is the eighth studio album Michael Rosenberg, aka Passenger, has released since 2007. “With every album you learn from the mistakes of the last one. After a while you really hone in on what you’re trying to achieve. So hopefully, by album … Continue Reading →

Kristin Chenoweth – The Art Of Elegance

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Kristin Chenoweth releases her new covers album, “The Art Of Elegance”. The 48-year-old actress, who is an Emmy and Tony Award winner, has dedicated her singing career to the interpretation of American songcraft and has covered a wide range of music since her 2001 debut. On “The Art Of Elegance” … Continue Reading →

Review: The Head And The Heart – Signs Of Light

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Touring can be an unhealthy experience even for the healthiest of people, as members of The Head And The Heart conceded at the end of their 2013 tour promoting their sophomore album, Let’s Be Still. Following a nonstop emotionally and physically exhausting tour schedule that included 200 shows of major … Continue Reading →

M.I.A. – AIM

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British artist and activist M.I.A. has released her fifth studio album, entitled “AIM”. She considers it her most positive work but also claims that it is her last album. For the production of “AIM”, M.I.A. has teamed up with Skrillex, The Partysquad, and her former partner Diplo, who worked with … Continue Reading →

The Time Jumpers – Kid Sister

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The Time Jumpers release their second studio album, titled “Kid Sister”. Currently the Nashville-based Western swing ensemble consists of ten male band members while the new album and its title honor their former vocalist, Dawn Sears, who passed away in 2014. “Kid Sister” is a lovely record, but to experience … Continue Reading →

Lindsey Stirling Is Beating The Odds Outside Of The Artistic Box

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Electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling perfected the art of marching to her own beat long before she became a viral internet sensation. Widely discussed in her memoir, co-authored with her sister Brooke, The Only Pirate At The Party reached The New York Times Top Ten Bestsellers list and highlights the most … Continue Reading →

Amos Lee – Spirit

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Amos Lee has published his new studio album, entitled “Spirit”. This is the sixth LP by the 39-year-old artist from Philadelphia whose album “Mission Bell” debuted at number one on the Billboard charts in 2011. “Spirit” is another well-crafted record from Amos Lee with beautiful songs throughout. For more info, … Continue Reading →

Jessica Martindale – Warrior

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Singer and songwriter Jessica Martindale releases her debut album titled “Warrior”. Six years ago Jessica moved to Nashville to pursue a career in music, but it wasn’t until more recently that she overcame all obstacles to focus on music full-time, successfully raising funds on Kickstarter to record her album. “Warrior” … Continue Reading →