Quince Questions?
By Quincy Stallworth
This is my opportunity to introduce them to the world.
I’m a also a proud member of The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists (PABJ), the first and oldest association of Black journalists in the country.
Quince Questions?Sep 11, 2020
Ep. 222 Brianna Demayo
Brianna DeMayo is the Founder of Taste Creators – an artist development agency dedicated to giving artists structure, helping them build leverage, and ultimately creating a business around their art. With over a decade of artist development and marketing experience, Brianna DeMayo works hands-on with artists (and their teams) to ensure they understand how to navigate the music industry and get their music out there on their own terms. She has coached, represented, and booked hundreds of artists and aspiring entrepreneurs from all over the globe. “My sole purpose in the music industry is to put the power back into the artist's hands. To make sure the artist is put first and treated fairly. To keep the focus on the music, and to help artists bring their ideas to life in a way that doesn’t compromise their art or integrity,” says Brianna.
Taste Creators
e: brianna@tastecreators.com | w: www.tastecreators.comTWITTER | INSTAGRAM
Ep. 221 Anna Elyse
A poet at heart, Anna Elyse is a singer/songwriter/producer who draws inspiration from prolific songwriters like Neil Young and looks to modernize her sound with influences from producers like No ID, Mike Dean, and Illangelo.
"I always found solace in music, especially when I connected to the stories. And I hope to provide that for someone else."
After graduating from UCLA, with a concentration in Creative Writing, Poetry, she went on to Audio Engineering School and found that one of her very favorite places to be were in the studio. She was used to spending many hours in the dance studio growing up, and stepping into the recording studio was like slipping into an immersive world she knew she fit.
She worked behind the scenes in recording studios and serendipitously ended up on a few prominent hip-hop albums. But, it wasn't until a couple of years ago that she decided to let go of her reservations and release her own music. Her self-produced and mixed debut single, "Trading Glances" landed her on several upcoming folk-pop playlists.
Ep. 220 Izzy Pingrey
Izzy Pingrey is a 16-year-old singer-songwriter from New York City. She writes and produces her music with her dad in his studio with their dog. Izzy listens to a lot of music- an amount that has been referred to by many as "perplexing," consuming an eclectic mix of genres. She once listened to a Taylor Swift song and a Limp Bizkit song immediately back to back.
Izzy enjoys messing around with these musical interests to create her own hybrids of them to tell the stories of her personal experiences. She has been writing music since she was 13 years old and started producing it when she was 15.
Izzy is super excited to share her debut single "sick of it" set to release this Friday, April 28th.
Here's what she had to say about the songwriting process: "'sick of it' is about many-a-situationship that has absolutely exploded in my face. Getting too emotionally invested in something that isn't actually real has happened to literally every single one of my friends. I really wanted to take those teenage feelings and write the song that I've needed to hear more than once".
Ep. 219 Vincena
"Vincena got her nomadic start in North Philadelphia during the height of the Neo Soul era singing in church. Her inspiration is drawn from artists like Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, & Alicia Keys. Coining the term “Gypsy Funk” as her Genre, Band, & Brand, she infuses Gypsy Jazz, R&B Soul, Funk, Folk, and Alternative."
Ep. 218 Arden Alexa
Born and raised in San Francisco, Arden spent the after school hours of her high school years cutting her teeth in the Bay Area music scene. Her debut single, 2021's "The Coast" was the world's first glimpse of her artistic ability. This was followed by 2022's "Day Dreams", Arden's first full length project: A six song EP that truly welcomes you into her universe of raw vocals and deeply personal lyricism.
Since embarking on her journey as a full time artist in June of 2022, Arden has been focused on polishing her craft and finding her sound. Her last release "Strawberry Pie" showed off a more modern side of her artistry while still displaying the same fun, exuberant personality of her previous releases. Her newest track, "Stupid Boy", and the accompanying music video made in collaboration with her best friends is an ode to high school boys and the solo prom nights that (may or may not) follow.
Arden is excited to share her new single + music video for "Stupid Boy", set to release on March 31st.Here's what she had to say about the songwriting process: "Let’s be honest, high school boys can be clueless about romance. After experiencing this firsthand with a particularly dramatic unrequited love, I wrote this song as an ode to high school boys. While channeling fun synth-pop from the 80s mixed with the indie music of today, the lyrics of this song say all of the things that I never had the chance to say to the boys I’ve loved".
www.ardenalexa.com/
Ep. 217 Andrew Moorer
Links:https://linktr.ee/andrewsmoorer
Ep. 216 Miu Haiti
Ep. 215 Elsie @elsieyalater
Ep. 214 Andorra
Andorra’s 2019 album Family Tree took itself very seriously. After successfully self-producing, mixing, and mastering their third full-length LP, the long-standing Philadelphia band found themselves exhausted and instantly misplacing energy on new projects. Members of Andorra went on to tour with Bright Eyes and Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, joined local groups Box of Books and The Retinas, and jump-started classic rock cover bands. This gave Andorra a much-needed pause.
As the rage from the pandemic slowed, Andorra picked back up where they left off and found that “thing” that contributed to 10+ years of relentlessly ripping through dive bars… having fun. The guys teamed up with musician Tommy Leahy of Wildflower Studios in Glenside, PA to produce their forthcoming swampy, Memphis-influenced rock record, Boogie Night Blues.
“We rediscovered our love for this band. We didn’t nitpick or think too hard about arrangements. Anything that felt right, we just went for it. For the first time, we captured the energy of the live set onto an album. This one is raw, punchy, and will make you want to dance,” says lead singer Kevin McCall. From the Grease-flavored shuffle of pre-release single “Guts” to revved-up energy on “Hidden Desires”, Boogie Night Blues proves Andorra’s chemistry as a live act and their commitment to rock and roll, making it their best record yet.
Andorra also recently released a documentary commemorating their first 10 years as a band directed by Mike Scioli, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJAW04_EqFs&ab_channel=andorramusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/10wix0WMI7uyOxA8gOKIzS?si=dOm2G5YFQoGMT8NSOxj7Vw
Soundcloud Pre-Release Album Stream: https://soundcloud.com/andorramusic/sets/boogie-night-blues/s-E6fpMQAOET0?si=9a6a4c8cd03d415cbd2c1d6efe0d9ff6&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Bandcamp: https://andorramusic.bandcamp.com/album/boogie-night-blues-2
Ep. 213 Ny Bell
The facets of music and its ever-evolving nature have given rise to a new breed of artists and musicians. Ny Bell is a leader in the new school of contemporary artists and constantly pushes the envelope, reinventing herself and sound. Ny Bell, a multi-talented Artist, Vocal Arranger, and Songwriter born in Seattle, WA, and raised in Dallas, TX - is an artist that epitomizes the essence of the modern era and is making music that is thoughtful, conscious, and driven by a desire to inspire, spread love, and joy to all those that hear it.
Born Nyiesha Bell, she began singing at the age of five, and by the age of 12, she discovered her innate ability to hear and write music. In 2008, she began her professional career as a background vocalist for artists like Fred Hammond and Koryn Hawthorne, to name a few. In 2017, she then spread her wings to pursue a solo career. Ny Bell has had a vast array of musical influences; however, she accredits the pivotal force in her music to Lalah Hathaway, Sade, Anita Baker, and Brandy. This varied spectrum of influence has led her to use her musical insight and ideas to create an original sound.
Links:
Ep. 212 Moonroof
Ep. 211 Epidemic Sounds Episode
Ep. 210 Brianna Castro
Brianna Castro has just released an ep titled "For Now."
She has performed at various venues in the Philadelphia area, including the Latin American Cultural Center, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
She has also been a featured performer at the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, and the Roots Picnic.
Ep. 209 Seraiah Nicole
Seraiah Nicole is a national performer, activist & founder of Seraiah Nicole Creations, LLC.
Her latest single, "I Refuse To Lose,” embodies the essence of confidence and execution.
This creative & performing artist delivers vitalizing vocals, powerful poetry & passionate interactive performances, all while
organizing & capturing Philadelphia's Black arts community with Light Open Mic & Serai's Eyes.
The singer/songwriter states, "The creator of all things, God, has given gifts to us all.
I must use my gift to acknowledge God & encourage the world."
Seraiah Nicole is also the lead in @subjectsofdesiredoc airing 2.22.22 on @starz
Stay on the watch for the film #SubjectsOfDesire
Ep. 208 Noel Scales
“Can’t Tell” OUT NOW! 🖤
#SCALESSUNDAY
Ep. 207 Great Time
Ep. 206 The Tisburys
Ep. 205 Phantasm
Originally hailing from Western New York, Phantasm first hit the music scene in 2003 and later relocated to Philadelphia, PA. With onstage exploits, such as sampling their music live and using power tools as instruments, the band's explosive performance has taken innovation to a new level. They balance a sophisticated, avant-garde metal edge with a powerful, straightforward rock foundation. After releasing their last album, Phantasm has spent the last two years writing an album demonstrating their refined approach to a progressive 90's rock sound.
Ep. 204 Sam Mercades
Ep. 203 Project (No Guest)
Just Quincy Talking. The Crew is on Vacation.
Ep. 202 Noni Rene
Philadelphia-born and New York City-raised musician: Noni Rene produced her own sound (described as "Grunge-Soul")
Ep. 201 Black Music Month
June is Black Music Appreciation Month! This collection is in celebration of the multitude of genres created, and inspired, by Black artists around the globe.
Ep. 200 Pride Month
Epidemic Sound empowers Music Creators to express themselves through their music. This Pride season, we've curated a collection of joyful tracks across genres, as well as music featuring some of our queer artists, to honor and celebrate our LGBTQIA+ communities around the world.
Ep. 198 Sidney Bird
Sidney Bird Interview
https://linktr.ee/sidneybirdmusic
Ep. 197 Bella Rios
At only 18 years old, Bella Rios already has a musical past life. After years of exclusively performing covers, she spent her high school years releasing rock-leaning originals, inspired by the classic records she was raised on. “My parents would wake me up by playing Led Zeppelin, Heart, Fleetwood Mac,” Rios says. “It brought my family together.”
At the same time, she traveled and performed with professional children’s choirs; all while receiving classical training in both voice and piano.
However, her diverse musical background led to a bit of an artistic identity crisis, which inspired her to attempt songwriting in every imaginable genre, determined to find her sound. Bella's upcoming singles are the successful products of that process: moody, powerhouse pop songs with an edge.
Ep. 196 25 O’Clock
As a fan of long-format interview shows Dan Drago has created Philly’s longest-running podcast in the vein of Charlie Rose, Terry Gross, and Marc Maron; “I love what comes out of taking the time to sit and talk with someone for longer than a few minutes. Everyone's got a great story, you need to sit still long enough for them to let it out.”
A former touring musician, Dan now manages the 25 O’Clock.
Links:
https://www.25oclockpod.com/dig
Ep. 195 Love Said the Commander
Love? said the Commander is a duo from the 'PhilaJersey' area made up of Kate Hall (vocals, guitar, violin, and percussion) and Chris Bishop (guitar and bass). The pair met in the winter of 2018 via a Craigslist ad, and since then they've been embracing "maximal minimalism" in order to create an indie rock that will make you feel stuff. Their 4th EP, 'Bones,' is available now.
'Bones' EP (out 2.2.22), which was recorded live in one day with one microphone at the historic Wayne County Court House in Honesdale, PA.
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Ep. 194 Archpalatine
Archpalatine - One of the freshest new artistic voices standing out amongst the backdrop of the City of Brotherly Love’s many multi-faceted and musically talented artists. Archpalatine the singer, songwriter, pianist, performer, and charismatic band front-man Derek Anthony Wilson is poised to not only create a lane for himself and his bandmates (Anthony Pompey - vocals, Aaron Wolf - percussion, Ben High – bass, and John Palmer - Synths/Direction) but also blaze a trail for creative risk-takers, soulful storytellers, and theatrical musicians who challenge the old guard of musical gatekeepers.
Wilson is a classically trained concert vocalist, National Marian Anderson Historical Society scholar artist, and internationally touring musician whose accolades both on and off-stage are only rivaled by his desire to use his musical platform and gifts to initiate and support social change, engaging spirit, and talent, and course ambitions within the musical landscape. With a penchant for beautifully and seamlessly blending genres, Archpalatine sires a sound that is just as difficult to pigeonhole into one category as it is to forget.
Archpalatine breaks down the genre to create a new sound that may eloquently and appropriately be called “Histrionic Cosmic Soul”. The feel-good music gifted to the audience at an Archpalatine show offers a long-time abandoned experience that can be enjoyed by every group of people from all walks of life, every taste in entertainment, all preferences and interests, and moves the soul, be it in the form of smiles on faces to dancing out of your seat.
Archpalatine infuses his musical presentations with theatrics traditionally reserved for stage shows and are reminiscent of large-scale Broadway features — be they performed on a grand scale, in intimate rooms, or at the trendiest outlets. Performances by this musical powerhouse develop a rapport with the audience, encourage audience participation through call & response, and incorporate danceable rhythms.
Links:
Hypnotized: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/Hkwmpf24jqRimXZq5
The next single “Can’t Compare” out 4/29: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/RQ5T6QmzK53sG4Ya7
Riding and Rolling (JP Remix): https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/eLsQdtEcYAWSoZUa7
Ep. 193 Farmer Jawn Philly
Christa Barfield is a healthcare professional turned farmer and lifelong Philadelphia resident. It was 10 years into her career in healthcare administration when she realized her work-life balance was unhealthy; she resigned from her job just weeks before she turned 30. It was important for her to take back her life, health, and happiness not only for herself but for her family as well. After a solo trip to Martinique in January 2018, she returned home inspired to connect with the land, plant life, and social issues that heavily impact black and brown communities and all people’s perception of food. Her business is a reincarnation of her healthcare career more sustainably. Since 2018, she has developed earth-born brands owned by her parent company, LifeLeaf Organic Farms. Her original two ventures, Viva Leaf Tea Co. and FarmerJawn Agriculture are based on regenerative agricultural values with a goal of traceable and transparent origins of 100% Organically Dope foods. Christa has also begun expanding her hemp farming knowledge with the goals of destigmatizing cannabis and impacting regulation related to unfair incarceration surrounding the plant.
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Ep. 192 Rubber
Rubber creates an intricately balanced soundscape combining their R&B, Funk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Soul influences like Frank Ocean, Thundercat, Patrice Rushen, and Amy Winehouse while maintaining that hot-pink, dynamic feeling of pop music, anthemic and universal. The group is a Philly-based, writing-producing duo made up of singer-lyricist, Andrew Loper, and producer/multi-instrumentalist, John Della Franco formed during their time studying at Temple University in 2018. They started out writing music for fun, but after performing for the first time together in a campus coffee shop, they were signed to the Temple University Record Label and released their first single to critical acclaim sending them up and down the East Coast. The duo shines the brightest in a live setting where their combination of bass-driven grooves and vocal acrobatics has grabbed and held the attention of audiences across the country.
Ep. 191 Kingsley
Kingsley’s unique and unforgettable voice will warm you up and melt you down. Her presence is captivating and overwhelming, she sings only about her personal experiences of life, love, and her journey to becoming Kingsley. Kingsley doesn’t just stick with one genre, her vocal can do anything - her song are influenced by pop R&B, and anything in between! Kingsley has been making strong headway by opening up for acts like Elise Trouw, VHS Collection, and SG Lewis!
Therapy (Official Music Video)
I'm Fine (Official Music Video)
All Me Feat. Haley Johnsen
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/yokingsleymusic/
https://www.tiktok.com/@kingsleymusic
https://www.youtube.com/c/KingsleyMusic
https://www.snapchat.com/add/akakingsleymus
Ep. 190 L. Rodgers
L. Rodgers is an LGBTQIA+ Americana/Soul artist and songwriter from Baltimore, MD who began writing her own music after experiencing trauma she couldn’t speak about but could sing about. With her powerful vocals and immeasurable vulnerability and strength, you can see she was meant to do big things.
LINKS:
https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSv1v7D/
https://www.instagram.com/l.rodgerthat/
Ep. 189 Jasmine Omo
Jasmine earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Education degree in Higher Education from Harvard University. Jasmine is Nigerian-American, was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN, and lives each day by the words of Dr. Maya Angelou, "When you learn, teach. When you get, give."
Link:
Website: JasmineOmo.com
www.facebook.com/JasmineOmoCareer
Phone: 612-281-4100
Ep. 188 HighNoon
Highnoon
Musician/band
The new song “back to you” is out now!
email only for inquiries 💌 highnoonphl@gmail.com
Highnoon - Back to You (Official Video)
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Ep. 187 Lia Menaker
With expressive, soulful vocals soaring over a mix of ambient pop, electronic, and alternative R&B sounds, Lia Menaker’s music moves beyond genre to sit in a world of its own. Dubbed “Noirtronica” by WXPN radio, Menaker’s music calls back to jazz vocalists like Nina Simone and Amy Winehouse - while also experimenting with space and percussive electronic elements reminiscent of Bjork and Portishead.
Menaker’s latest EP and self-producing debut I Am Kyros is a collection of five songs that explore identity and the self-perceptions and storylines that run our lives. Songs from the album have been played over radio stations across the east coast, including Philadelphia's iHeartRadio (Alt 104.5) and NPR (WXPN 88.5), who consequently included Menaker in the “2020 Best of Philly: Pandemic Edition.” Now based in Philadelphia, Menaker has performed in 50+ cities around the country. She balances performing (locally and online) with producing and vocal coaching through her home studio.
Ep. 186 NATALIS RUBY
EP. 185 SING
SING (born Mark Robertson) is a singer/songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His professional music career began as the lead singer of the sensational cover group, AHMIR. In 2018, SING kicked off his solo career as a recording artist with his first single "Don't Ever". He landed his first high-profile songwriting gig when he co-wrote “As Long As I’m With You” for hometown heroes Boyz II Men. SING also went on to write for TV shows in Mainland, China, as well as for the K-Pop group Oh My Girl (“Tic Toc”, 2019).
SING’s debut EP “Dirty Truth” was released in April; 2020. Since then, the project's single “Don’t Ever” won two Fan Favorites - International Independent Music Video Awards (IIMVAs) in the R&B/ Soul and Rock categories. SING's 2022 album release is now on the horizon.
More Info:
Ep. 184 Mandella Eskia aka blackzeusx and TeV95
Mandella Eskia - blackzeusx and Producer TeV95 aka 95Lens of 95Labs talk about their latest album #BARSUPPLY
Album available on all streaming platforms
1.) Absinthe Minded 5.) Tequila Sunrise (feat. Reddaz) 9.) Irish Coffee
Ep. 183 Voyce Morris
VOYCE MORRIS IS A 27-YEAR-OLD RNB SINGER, SONGWRITER FROM PHILADELPHIA PA. VOYCE HAS BEEN SINGING AND PERFORMING SINCE THE AGE OF 5 YEARS OLD. AGE 12-18 YEARS OLD, SHE ATTENDED THEATER ARTS SCHOOL AT " THE FREEDOM THEATER " IN PHILADELPHIA AND WENT ON TO GROW A INDEPENDENT MUSIC CAREER AS A RNB SINGER, ENTERTAINER, AND SONGWRITER PERFORMING ALL OVER PHILADELPHIA. VOYCE HAS PERFORMED AT MAJOR VENUES SUCH AS TROCADERO, TLA , FILMORE AND MANY MORE POPULAR MUSIC VENUES IN PA. AS TIME PROGRESSED FOR VOYCE SHE REALIZED SINGING WAS NOT JUST HER ONLY CALLING. VOYCE HAS VENTURED INTO THE TALK SHOW, RADIO PODCAST WORLD TO HAVE HER VOICE HEARD EVERYWHERE. AS THE CEO OF HER OWN BRAND THE PHILADELPHIA RADIO PODCAST TITLED " THE VOYCE HOUR". INSTEAD OF SHEDDING THE SPOTLIGHT ALL ON HERSELF AS MOST ARTISTS OR HOSTS MAY DO, VOYCE IS ALL ABOUT EVERYONE BEING HEARD! WHETHER THROUGH MUSIC OR SIMPLY A BRAND PROPOSAL, VOYCE IS HERE TO PUT THE SPOTLIGHT ON ARTISTS ALL OVER PHILLY WHO NEED TO BE HEARD. VOYCE MORRIS HAS WORKED ON SPECIAL PROJECTS FOR ARTISTS ALL OVER THE TRI-STATE & BEYOND. VOYCE'S MUSIC IS FEATURED IN PHILADELPHIA INDEPENDENT FILMS, AND SHE HAS FEATURED IN MULTIPLE MUSIC VIDEOS FOR ARTISTS ALL OVER THE PHILADELPHIA PA AREA. SHE HAS BEEN WRITING FOR SOME OF THE CITIES MOST POPULAR ARTISTS SINCE 2015. SINCE HAVING HER DEBUT ALBUM " QUESTIONS" WHICH WAS RELEASED IN MARCH OF 2020 ON ALL PLATFORMS, VOYCE MADE HER MARK IN THE MUSIC WORLD BY DISTRIBUTING THE ALBUM MAKING A LOT OF NOISE IN PHILADELPHIA BY DOING SO. VOYCE MORRIS IS A ALL-AROUND ENTERTAINER AND WHATEVER THE JOB IS, SHE WILL GET IT DONE! VOYCE HAS 1 ALBUM ("QUESTIONS" ) AND 2 EP'S " UNDISCOVERED " ON ALL PLATFORMS NOW AND "THE VOYCE PROJECT" ON ITUNES. SHE IS CURRENTLY WORKING ON HER SECOND ALBUM " VOYCE THE RNB DIVA" SCHEDULED TO BE RELEASED IN MARCH OF 2022. SHE ANTICIPATES THE GREAT THINGS TO COME FURTHER IN HER CAREER.
VOYCE MORRIS "OCEAN" PRESENTED BY TAKE IT TO THE STREETS TV
Ep. 182 Lisa Bello
Lisa Bello is an award-winning R&B singer-songwriter who infuses her performances with the soul, swagger, and depth of feeling that make up the roots of this East Coast-bred artist.
Most comfortable on stage, Bello's 2020 self-titled album was written and produced in quarantine during the dark days of the 2020s global pandemic and uprising for racial justice. It features collaborations with Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated producers and her 8-year-old son Cassius (who appears on both of her studio albums and serves as her publisher). She released the EP “Overnight Shift” with the multitalented producer June Jissle in 2021. A prolific performer, Lisa toured globally for her first EP, Tommy Boy, in 2018 and is preparing to release a new Live album in March 2022 as well as an upcoming tour.
Lisa is known and recognized for a lifetime of songwriting, vocal ability, and humanitarianism, having been awarded the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in the Hip Hop category, Boston Music Awards Female Vocalist of the Year and R&B Vocalist of the Year, the New England Nightlife Independent Artist of the Year, and OUTMUSIC Awards Humanitarian Songwriter of the Year.
Ep. 181 #IAMCJ
From Little Rock Arkansas
R&B singer-songwriter Chara Jackson is also known as #IAMCJ, an acronym for "Into a mind choosing joy"; is not only a singer/songwriter but an instrumentalist, sound engineer, and female producer who draws her listeners in with sultry vocals, and melodic song.
Before being known as #IAMCJ, Chara Jackson was known as the industry’s voice of choice for music collaborations in her city and across the country.
#IAMCJ has been featured on music with artists such as Kevin Gates.
Joined and collaborated with a writing/production team entitled "The Beats Committee." With the help of this team, this artist released her self-titled EP "#IAMC]" in 2014.
In 2019 #IAMCJ released her first self-produced project entitled "THE OVERTURE VOL. 1".
Her skill, and gifted ability to create music from scratch allows #IAMCJ works with other artists from a songwriter, producer, engineer, and vocal production perspective.
#IAMCJ produces, writes, records, and engineers all of her music independently.
Links:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/iamcj/rb-meets-scripture-2
Email address: iamcj.booking@gmail.com
Ep. 180 Valencia
Valencia is a singer, songwriter, pole dancer, organizer, and model. She came to Philadelphia by way of New Jersey to attend college and instead found her passion for music and dancing. She dedicated her first EP, Delusions of Grandeur III, to pleasure, pain, and Acid RnB. Whether you watch her perform her music or pole dance, you will be thoroughly entertained by this trippy RnB fantasy.
Links:
https://linktr.ee/_valenciaga7
“Delusions of Grandeur III” EP available on all streaming platforms
Ep. 179 Rory D'Lasnow
Heralded as a “golden-voiced troubadour” and one of the “32 N.J. bands and artists you need to hear in 2022” by NJ.com, Rory D’Lasnow picked up his late father’s guitar upside-down and backward at the age of six. Despite never turning his guitar right-side-up, Rory’s unique contemplative sound has propelled him on to perform at some of the East Coast's most distinguished venues and festivals such as Mercury Lounge, House of Independents, and the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival.
His penchant for evocative and vulnerable storytelling has earned him international radio airplay, opening slots for The Early November, Knuckle Puck, American Idol Winner Lee DeWyze, Actor/Musician Drake Bell, and John Corabi of Mötley Crüe/The Dead Daisies, and has garnered praise from the likes of American Songwriter and Atwood Magazine.
This year, Rory is touring nationally in support of his new EP, entitled “Songs From An Empty Room” which was produced by Hidden In Plain View guitarist/producer Rob Freeman (Gym Class Heroes, Armor For Sleep, Cobra Starship, Hit The Lights), mastered by Grammy-nominated mastering engineer Mike Kalajian (All Time Low, Circa Survive, Saosin, Straylight Run), and is available on all streaming platforms now.
Ep. 178 M1nerva The M1st1c
Photographer - @mbellephotography
Representative : @darkjasminefashion
Kink Advocate @philly.beat
linktr.ee/minervaxbelle
Ep. 177 James Qupid
Ep. 176 Lynda
Ep. 175 Jamie and the Guarded Heart
Jamie and the Guarded Heart is a Rock 'n' Roll Band from Philadelphia, PA made up of Morgan Russo and Jamie Salvatore with help from Carly Bondra, Graham Travaglini, and Ramon Gadea.
jamieandtheguardedheart.com //
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Instagram: @jamieandtheguardedheart //
youtube: Jamie and the Guarded Heart
Ep. 174 Ruffin
Born and raised in West Philadelphia, Ruffin (Joseph Ruffin) had always been deeply drawn to creative expression and almost entirely self-taught. At a very young age, Ruffin had explored artistry in the sketchbook as well as the family computer, where he got to work experimenting with music production. As a teen, he attended the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts. This environment encouraged and nurtured the creative process.
PAPRIKA: Released 6/1/21
Ruffin’s latest album, “Paprika” is a tonal and harmonic continuation of Ruffin’s prior album “Prisma”. It is recognizably Pop/R&B and unmistakably unique with its blend of jazzy vibes, funk elements, and an underlying City Pop tone. You can expect to hear keys and guitar solos, as well gentle vocals that will send chills down your spine.
“Paprika” is an entirely self-produced, deeply personal project, with a self-
illustrated album cover as the cherry on top.
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Ep. 173 Ben Dehan
Ben DeHan creates a unique sound somewhere between Machine Gun Kelly and Angels & Airwaves.
His meticulously programmed beats, LoFi keyboards, and singalong choruses have drawn comparisons to artists like the 1975 & The Band Camino, while the use of acoustic guitars and a “wear your heart on your sleeve” vocal performance will feel right at home for fans of 90’s pop/rock and New Alt in the vane of Valley or THE WLDLFE. Melancholically optimistic lyrics and the haunting swells of a cello accompaniment make it easy to connect with a litany of catharsis, joy, & introspection.
The distorted guitars of his pop-punk influences have been traded for atmospheric string arrangements and the intentional space left in production is filled with a vocal performance oozing with a pop sensibility. Whether it’s a trip to the beach or driving through the mountains, these are songs to roll the windows down, sing out loud, and make memories too. Something nostalgic but new, his music becomes a life soundtrack.
As a member of the Baltimore-based pop-punk band American Diary, Ben cut his teeth playing the 2008 Warped Tour. Feeling despondent in a broken scene, line-up changes, and upside-down record deals, Ben took a hiatus from the music business before re-emerging as a solo artist. Equipped with a DIY work ethic and a decade more of life experiences, Ben came out the other side with a greater appreciation and love for the records he grew up with and the process it took to make them. What had started with an acoustic guitar and hundreds of voice memos became fleshed out arrangements with the help of girlfriend/collaborator/cellist Lauren White. Together they enlisted the help of producer Sam Pura (The Dangerous Summer, The Story So Far) to help find the sound that would bring their ideas to life. Littered with Catharsis, Joy, and Introspection, his songs connect on an emotional level. Something nostalgic but new, his music becomes a life soundtrack.
Links:
Spotify | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok
FaceBook | Twitter | New Noise Magazine
Alchemical Records| IndiePulse | Hype Machine | Band Is In Town
Ep. 172 PoetiQ
Producer and Rap Artist from Florissant, MO · St. Charles, MO
#Capricorn available now
Links:
Vevo: https://youtu.be/LuS3pfRj9Bw
TIDAL: listen.tidal.com/video/184718673
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/music-video/jusswatch/1568334718
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/552405361/9b64e76731
I Don't Love You - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDWKv3VJb3A&t=5s
Nikki - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI5Rr5LM1lk
Halloween - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY4CvQqA3pk
Ep. 171 Victorian Death Photos
The duo has collaborated on many different creative projects in the past, with designs on creating a metal album. Fate had other plans, however, and once the pair started working together, they ended up zeroing in on a “haunted, synth, post-punk electronic” sound, culminating in the upcoming The Basement Tapes LP. “We went with it,” said She.
While music is their primary focus at the moment, both members have an extensive wrap sheet of projects that have gained a bit of traction in the art and film community. This is a fascinating release from Victorian Death Photos that leaves us breathless for more in the coming months. - Alice Teeple (Post-Punk.com)
Links:
post-punk.com/victorian-death-photos-dig-up-the-basement-tapes/
linktr.ee/VictorianDeathPhotos
www.youtube.com/channel/UCq2m6DwerHJhC4mG-GFkKSw
twitter.com/VDeathP
www.tiktok.com/@victoriandeathphotos?
Ep. 170 Mia Giovina
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Ep. 169 Twin Pixie
Making connections between queerness, pop culture, and the supernatural, Twin Pixie’s music will cast you into an other-worldly soundscape at a bedroom dance party. Co-producers TJ and Aiv continually flirt with conventional synth-pop sounds while being unafraid to venture into experimental realms.
Twin Pixie draws inspiration from artists such as SOPHIE, Grimes, Purity Ring, and Björk.
twinpixie.com
Ep. 168 BeMyFiasco
After years of contributing vocals to songs by notable artists such as Robert Glasper, Dreamville's Lute, and others, R&B/Soul artist BeMyFiasco released her long-awaited debut album Where I Left You via +FE Music/EMPIRE on October 15, 2021. Today (12/1/2021), the Dallas, Texas native singer-songwriter and Where I Left You, executive producer, Phonte reveals the creative process behind album standout "Anywhere" in the latest episode of FE's 'Song Profile series, debuted exclusively via ThisIsRnB. In the clip, Phonte reveals how he connected with the song's producers Anakin & Vader (also frequent collaborators with Eric Roberson), and how the song's second half came about with featured vocalist Carlitta Durand.
Watch the "Anywhere" song profile on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3rrtiff
Check out ThisIsRnB's exclusive debut of the "Anywhere" song profile: https://bit.ly/2ZOjnoQ
Where I Left You includes guest features from Little Brother, Devin Morrison, Carlitta Durand, and Darien Brockington. With production from Tall Black Guy, Roho, among others, the album's roughly 30-minute runtime floats through warm and mellifluous R&B, and seamlessly transitions between Neo-Soul and Electronic dance rhythms, with slight flourishes of Hip-Hop.
Stream/purchase Where I Left You: https://bit.ly/3aFTppa
Previous:
"2 Car Garage" (song profile), premiered by StupidDOPE "Love Feels" (song profile) "Meet BeMyFiasco" Pt. 2 "Bad Dream" (music video + song profile) "Meet BeMyFiasco" Pt. 1 "Caramel"MORE ABOUT BEMYFIASCO:
Bianca "BeMyFiasco" Rodriguez is a singer/songwriter from Dallas, Texas. Her musical influences include Anita Baker, D'Angelo, Musiq Soulchild, Chaka Khan, and SWV.
Outside of her solo work, BeMyFiasco contributed vocals to "Violets", a 9th Wonder production from Robert Glasper and Miles Davis’ 2016 Everything is Beautiful album. That same year, she collaborated with Erykah Badu’s band RC & the Gritz, writing and arranging vocals on two songs ("Anxiety" and "Give Me Your Heart") on their album The Feel. Her contributions to the band's project earned her a spot on their U.S. tour.
BeMyFiasco reunited with longtime collaborator Phonte Coleman for Little Brother’s “May the Lord Watch” album in 2019. Her debut album Where I Left You was released in 2021 via +FE Music.
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EP. 166 NUYONI
Ep. 165 N I C O B R Y A N T
Ep. 164 Heather Blackwell
thousandfirstdates.com/episodes
Heather Blackwell is a CBT-certified mental health coach and Psychology subject matter expert (SME), dedicated to bringing Psychology insights to the dating population. She has two Masters degrees in the areas of Forensic Psychology and MFT and has 15+ years of experience in behavioral analysis under her skill belt. Her discussion topics include, but are not inclusive to, dating experiences, interpersonal relationships, maladaptive behavioral development, self-identity development, self-help, holistic mind-body health, and nutrition as it applies to mental wellness.
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Ep. 163 ANASTASIA HERA
With a catalog of five well-received projects, several successful genre-bending collaborations, multiple “Best Female Artist” nods (Austin Hip Hop Awards), recognition from respected media (KAZI, KUTX, Austin Chronicle, Austin American-Statesman), dynamic performances (Sound on Sound Fest, SXSW, Urban Music Fest, Fun Fun Fun Festival, BabesFest, Hollins University Mayfest), Anastasia has worked to design and define her own niche within contemporary music.
Always one to go big, Anastasia has teamed up with world-class musicians, The Heroes, to develop her artful, energetic musical pieces for the live stage. With an eye to the future, Anastasia has recently aligned with So Bold Ent./Sony Orchard for consulting and content distribution, a firm step on her journey to the top.
Links:
www.anastasiahera.com/
anastasiahera
Ep. 162 Sara Henya
Sara Henya released her debut EP, Small World Alchemy, on May 20th, 2018. Her EP has received widespread radio play on Folk and Alternative programs such as Out of the Woods, Power Folk, Womenspace, and Radio 104.5’s Live at 5. As well as touring music venues around the East Coast, she has created a large and dedicated following, which is especially seen at science-fiction conventions like Balticon, Arisia, and Philcon. This November, Sara will be Philcon's Musical Guest of Honor.
In the summer of 2020, Sara released her first single of the year, Circle. On November 20th, 2020, Sara released her highly anticipated follow-up single, Pancakes. On January 8th, 2021, the official music video for Pancakes was released with very positive reviews. Nick from Tealcheese.com said, "My interest soon became deeper when I realized how well done this music video is. I would never have guessed that this is a relatively new artist."
Sara Henya is inspired by artists such as Joanna Newsom, Grimes, Hannah Diamond, and Sara Bareilles. Her debut album is available now on all platforms.
Links:
www.sarahenya.com
www.facebook.com/sarahenyaharpist
Ep 161. Jennifer Hall
Jennifer Hall has created a gripping performance with an unmatched vulnerability in her music. Drawing comparisons to the likes of Florence + The Machine, Shaed, and Alice Merton, Jennifer identifies as a vocal powerhouse.
Jennifer released her booming single, ‘In The Water’ at the close of 2019, delivering her signature soaring vocals, marking the beginning of Hall's next creative chapter.
Links:
Facebook || patreon.com || jenniferhall.com || YouTube || Instagram
Ep. 160 Tracy Cruz
Tracy Cruz has a voice that will melt even the toughest of hearts. This vocal powerhouse aims to connect communities with her universal language of love, hope, and happiness. Her unique musical and lyrical blend -- Bay Area urban soul tinged with the influence of her indigenous Filipino roots --has captured the ears of music lovers around the world. Boasting a vocal range that might be bigger than her, Cruz emanates a classic and timeless feel.
Two full-length albums (Feel’osophy and Universoul Symphony) and four EPs (H3artifacts, Art of Facts, Purple H3artifacts, and Illuminate Love) have garnered 33 music awards and over 65 nominations including four World Songwriting Awards, one Bright Star Music Award, one Surrey Hill Soul Train Award, one GOLD International Singer-Songwriters Award, one Global Music Award, one National Black Music Award, six Bay Area Black Music Awards, one International Singer-Songwriter Association Month Award, one Northern California Entertainers Music Award, five Akademia Awards, four Gran Royale Music Awards, three Muse’s Muse Awards, two Atlas Elite Entertainment Music Awards, one Independent Network for the Music Arts Award as well over twenty Bay Area Black Music Award nominations, six Hollywood Music in Media Award nominations, four Soultracks.com Readers’ Choice Award nominations, seven Northern California Music Award nomination, three Josie Music Award nominations, and five ISSA (International Singer-Songwriter Award) Awards nominations . She has opened up for several established acts including Kenny Lattimore, Pete Escovedo, Miki Howard, Keke Wyatt, Sy Smith, Moonchild, Raheem Devaughn, Wes Felton, Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas, Dee Dee Simon, and more. The songstress approaches her music unapologetically and freely, staying true to herself, while her stellar band "Instrumentali-T" provides a grown and sexy soundtrack for her vocal creations. They completed a 17-venue, 4-month “SOULShine Tour” around California in the summer of 2016. She had a SOLD OUT dual CD release concert with R&B/Soul band Feelosophy at Yoshi's in Oakland on 8/22/17. In 2018, Tracy embarked on her “H3artifacts” EP Trilogy Tour that consisted of shows in California, Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. She was selected by Roger Smith of the legendary group Tower of Power to perform at his private wine pick-up party for his company Bump City Wine Co.
She continues to tour and record as well as remaining a strong presence in her community, working with local youth as a vocal coach and mentor (Tracy Cruz Vocal Studio). She encourages them to follow their dreams to sing freely and wholeheartedly.
She has released her EP trilogy (H3artifacts, Art of Facts, Purple H3artifacts) which includes the single "Keep Our Soul Alive", produced by Detroit-based, multi-talented, Grammy Award-nominated producer Brandon Williams, and “My H3art Says to You” which features her band “Instrumentali-T”. It is her tribute to Grammy Award winner R&B/Soul music artist D’Angelo. Tracy released her new R&B/Soul single “Your Love’s Everything” produced by Stone Paxton on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. She is currently working on new singles and a new album.
-Written by Elle K. Productions
Ep. 159 KY @Jawnwitdagreen
BIG KY💚 (Kee-are-uh)
KY “Jawnwitdagreenhair” is a Singer/Songwriter from North Philadelphia. With a fiery attitude and a tongue that doesn’t hold back, she speaks for the underdogs and women who want to make a stand. She speaks her truths in infectious melodies that leave you singing along and wanting more. Between her charisma, music, and green hair she’s set on being a household name and taking over the industry.
Ep. 158 Jay Retrosins
Photographer
"There is nothing rarer, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself.
PA | NJ | NYC
|| NEW MUSICE: LU-Ni & Julia Carbajal "Esperando Tu DM"
Ep. 157 Sally Rose
"Bassist, guitarist frontwoman, martial artist, and all-around badass, Sally Rose is a force to be reckoned with. Besides her eponymously named group, The Sally Rose Band, she also is one-third of the gutter-glam rock outfit Shagwüf...With a flair for the dramatic and a killer roundhouse kick, Sally Rose [is taking the Virginia music scene by storm]."
-Whurk Magazine
\\ “Fade Into You” video featuring @shipsinthenightmusic is out now.
Links:
https://www.sallyrosemusic.com
Ep. 156 Inari Briana
Commercial + Editorial Photographer | ATL
"Sometimes I step in front & I travel"
Inari Briana is a commercial, portrait, and fashion photographer based out of Atlanta, Georgia. Her photography journey began during her freshman year of college and over the years, has had her work featured on various websites, publications, and commercials. She prides herself on showcasing versatility throughout every project she takes on. Along with her work, Inari Briana has been featured as herself in a number of publications and commercials.
Ep. 155 JADEDISLAND
Jade is the colorful writer and J-fashion enthusiast behind Jadedisland on social media.
Author of "Belladonna in My Grief" & "My Deity Named Pride"
Kawaii Writer - Pink Style Muse
Radical Self Love & Bookworm
Founder of @thekawaiiriot
Born and raised in Maryland she became a pink magical girl, with a B.S in English literature and Psychology, "Cause no one is perfect so I write about that. I’ve been writing for what seems like all my life, but that’s impossible, right?"
Jadedisland began as a platform for Jade to express her ideas.
She has taken her love of writing, storytelling, and authenticity and made it my movement.
"I’m invested in narratives for Black Femmes, Kawaii lifestyles, and creative writing."
https://www.betterhelp.com
Ep. 154 hellosixx
SIXX is an American singer and songwriter, more specifically, a homegrown Decatur, Georgia-bred R&B singer.
SIXX's goal with every record she creates is to make the listener truly "feel". It has been said that her voice has a beautiful calmness driven by a sultry rasp, she tends to complement these characteristics in her music by stripping down her production so that the listener can focus on the opulence of her voice.
SIXX is ready to share her story of pain, pleasure, and progress with the world so if you don’t know much about the woman who is reviving R&B, get familiar!
Links:
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMR4qU4Lt/ \\ https://instagram.com/hellosixx?utm_medium=copy_link \\ https://youtube.com/c/SIXXTheSinger \\ https://twitter.com/hellosixx?s=21
Ep. 153 LizJe
LIZJE SARRIA is a versatile Colombian performer, Songwriter/Producer, and solo artist, born in Los Angeles, CA. Her musical journey began at the age of three when she started singing. Influenced by the sounds she heard growing up, Lizje learned to love music from the voices of Whitney Houston, Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, Mercedes Sosa, Colombian Folklore, and all kinds of soulful music. Her stylistic influences range from RnB, Gospel, Rock, Jazz, Funk, Pop to the music of her Colombian roots. She completed her B.A. in Performance, Contemporary Writing, and Production, and Latin Music Performance at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA in 2017.
Lizje is a true artist, soulful and driven by the healing power of music.
|| LIZJE - Todavia "Acoustic" || LizJe.com || LizJe Facebook ||
Ep. 152 pumashock
Ep. 151 NAMARAH
Namarah is a musician exploring the connections of social exchange through performance art. Namarah shares her take on the universal world of thought in her music and examines the construct of social systems. Enjoying the challenge of understanding, experiencing, and redefining these systems, Namarah works to create spaces where individuals can create monumental change. Namarah infuses various musical influences to create her messages. Her soulful voice and intricate melodies are like a breath of fresh air, producing a musical brew of rhythms and tunes that take you on a transformational journey. She is an activist and community change-maker, believing that anyone can impact the world if they are willing to make unique partnerships to reimagine the world through music, the arts, and any other medium - in Namarah’s world, it’s about the human connections we form that make life worth living.
iamnamarah.com
NAMARAH on Twitter
NAMARAH on SoundCloud
NAMARAH on YouTube
Ep. 150 BiaJavier
[Motions - EP]
Lawrence, Massachusetts native singer and songwriter Biajavier combines influences from R&B and Latin American styles of music into her own powerful and dreamy sound on her recent single “Not Looking Back”. Biajavier studied at Berkeley College of Music in Boston, striving to amass the tools she needs to create music that transcends demographic or background, connecting people of different cultures while representing her own. To that end, Biajavier frequently incorporates Spanish lyrics into her music, working hard to reach as many lovers of music as possible. Outside of music, Biajavier works as an educator, striving to inspire and challenge her students so they have the tools they need to chase their own dreams. Though Biajavier has an incredible passion for education, she does aspire to pursue music full time and has shown that she is clearly a prolific songwriter since her resurgence in 2020.
“Not Looking Back” is track 2 on Biajavier’s recent EP “Motions”, and takes the listener through a complicated and manipulative relationship that she is trying to get away from. Stuck in s situation where she has ignored too many red flags for too long, Biajavier knows that she is much better off cutting this person out of her life and putting down the weight she has carried in her heart while trying to make it work. Biajavier is searching for freedom from negative influences so she can get back to her search for happiness & her journey of working on herself and building her life and career.
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Spotify: BiaJavier | Youtube: BiaJavier|
Video for "ABYSMO" from her "MOTIONS" EP Videographer: IG @harvardseye|
Ep. 149 Thought Beings
Thought Beings is a Retro Pop duo made up of Orion & Lemon. Their music is a phenomenal blend of Retro Music, Synthpop, and Esoteric Funk. Links: thoughtbeingsmusic.com
Ep. 148 Gouda
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Ep. 147 Will Toms | REC Philly
Will Toms; Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at REC Philly
901 Market Street, Unit 2120, Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-585-2412
support@recphilly.com
Ep. 146 Dante Mazzetti
Named one of the Top 20 Prospects by Music Connection Magazine, Dante Mazzetti delivers a unique brand of alternative roots music. Described as a “standout songwriter” (New Music Weekly), "multi-talented musician" (The Independent), and "the next big thing" (Keep Walking Music), Mazzetti is known for his gravelly vocals and fearless creativity. As a multi-instrumentalist, Mazzetti plays most of the instruments on his albums. Mazzetti plays several instruments simultaneously during his live performances while switching between guitar, mandolin, upright bass, banjo, and piano.
Mazzetti has been featured on radio stations worldwide, including New York's Country 94.7 out of New York City, USA, Cambridge 105 out of Cambridge, the United Kingdom, and CILU 102.7 out of Ontario, Canada. He has opened for several major artists, such as Ben Folds, Guster, and America, and was chosen to star in Levi's "What's True" national television commercial campaign.
Growing up in New York City's vibrant cultural landscape has influenced Mazzetti's eclectic musical style. Mazzetti notes, "New York City is a place where happiness, tragedy, anger, and love intersect on street corners daily. It’s the ultimate experiment. Thousands of people from all walks of life, all the cultures of the world. Lyrical and musical inspiration is everywhere."
Mazzetti began his music career with the release of his self-titled debut album. After exploring the genre of Americana, Mazzetti experimented with his sound by releasing his rock album, Lost and Drifting. This album showed off his ability to capture different genres through his songwriting.
After the terror attacks of September 11th, music took a backseat when Mazzetti decided to serve the people of his city by joining the Fire Department of New York (FDNY). After a deadly apartment fire, the FDNY awarded Mazzetti one of their highest medals of honor in recognition of his heroic actions on that day.
In July 2019, Mazzetti made his official return to music by releasing a string of singles and EPs. This culminated in the 2020 release of Hotel, his third full-length album. The record brought together gritty acoustic folk and alternative blues, laced with lyrical storytelling. Mazzetti says, “The music on this album is a mixture of accessibility and wild imagery. I’ve always enjoyed making music that goes off on a tangent but doesn’t fall off the cliff. The songs are doors that open easily into bizarre worlds rather than places of comfort.” With this release, the press predicted big things to come for Mazzetti, stating "Dante will be a legend" (Yellow & Black Music) and "Mazzetti has a big future...a multi-talented man with fire in his voice." (The Sound Sniffer)
Mazzetti is still an active FDNY firefighter. He also organizes fundraisers for First Responders Children’s Foundation which supports the children of firefighters, police officers, and EMTs who have died in the line of duty.
Mazzetti has started releasing a string of singles through all the digital music platforms. He is currently hosting free Live Stream concerts straight from his New York City balcony each Thursday at 7 pm EST on Facebook.
Ep. 145 Grace Storm
South African-born artist Grace Storm is a Choreographer, Poet, Writer, and Performing Artist.
As a 2016 Graduate of a Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts at the University of Witwatersrand, she has completed Honors Research in Dance Theatre Composition and Choreography, while continuing to create work.
Even recently attaining her MA in Applied Theatre with a focus on Theatre as Activism and Education.
Grace Storm is about breaking the codes and conventions in her work that has us stuck in appropriation as women first and as artists and performers.
"I am all about the unconventional. The uncomfortable. The other. The un-appropriated" -Grace Storm
Grace Storm has choreographed works such as - "Un-Appropriate", SHE. Shenzhen, China - 2019; "Regression", Dance Umbrella, Johannesburg - 2017; "Breathe", Sibikwa Arts Centre, Johannesburg - 2017; "Slip", Detours Festival, Johannesburg, Baxter Dance Festival, Cape Town and Jo'Ya Festival, Johannesburg - 2016.
Ep. 144 BellaADonna
BellaADonna is a sultry multi-talented artist. She is a singer, songwriter, painter, poet, and designer. Bella is also an entrepreneur managing her own online store selling her own products.
As a native of New Orleans, this southern queen released her first EP The Love Alchemy in 2020. KC Da Producer from Kansas City produced the EP. The body of work takes the listener on a journey into Bella’s life. From meeting love to falling into love to losing it.
“It’s a real-life love story, not a fairytale!” says Bella.
Her sweet but soulful voice captures the listener’s attention while belting out words most women will relate to. The first single and video was released from her IS "Say My Name". The video is a sexy artistic visual scene, directed by the multi-talented artist Jimi Clever.
| Instagram: @bellaadonnasmusic | | BellaADonna - Say My Name | | Twitter: @BellaADonna504 | | The Love Alchemy - Album | | SoundCloud: BellaADonna |
Ep. 143 Kerry Blu
North Carolina Born, multi-hyphenate rapper, and founder of the Empire State Music & Arts Festival, Kerry Blu is a staple in the New York City music scene. His soulful approach to hip hop is punctuated by his experimentation, and immense love for other genres such as pop, punk, r&b, Gospel, and rock.
Since 2013 Kerry has been packing out shows all around the country. Having opened for the likes of Tory Lanez, Kota the Friend, and Michael Alvarado, in venues such as The Fillmore Charlotte, The Knitting Factory, and The Bowery Electric, Kerry's wide range of potent emoting has and continues to connect to audiences from the US to Australia.
// Founder of @empirestatemusicfest"Same World" Music Video Available Now! // www.empirestatemusicandartsfest.com
Ep. 142 Gabby Patrice
Gabby Patrice is a Nashville recording artist who, in spite of the country music magnet which is Music City, was always drawn to pop hooks and storytelling. With the success of her first single, Bad Girl, she established her voice as a confident romantic that will have you believing her side of any story.
Ep. 141 Bairi
R&B singer/songwriter Bairi (a.k.a. “Bairi the Siren”) developed her voice and love for music within the confines of her small hometown Hershey, Pennsylvania, a.k.a. “The Sweetest Place on Earth”; ironically fitting, given the singer’s sweet, angelic tone. Bairi contradicts the softness of her voice with vivid, often explicit lyricism to tell stories of the typical 20-something journeying through love, lust, and life.
Toward the end of 2016, Bairi (formerly known as Bri Marie) independently released her 6-song debut EP Beginnings, including the sex-playlist track Bedroom Eyes which surpassed over 176k plays within the first 2 weeks on YouTube with little promotion. Since then, Bairi has consistently left audiences with a strong impression, performing on notable stages alongside rising east coast talent, and opening for artists such as Isaiah Rashad, Nitty Scott MC, Jesse Boykins III, Ari Lennox, and more.
Bairi has shown promise, versatility, and progression through every addition to her discography. From her debut in 2016 to releases such as ICNU, Permission, Medu$$$A, and now Brat, the siren has prepared to make the world fall in love with her journey– as well as its own– through her music.
Ep. 140 Lindsey Alderman
Lindsey Alderman is a West Coast R&B, Producer, Rapper, Singer, Writer, and Music Arrangement Manager of her own indie label Lindsey Alderman.
Lindsey Alderman has taken the warrior’s path when it comes to developing her career, performing at clubs and high-end venues around the world.
She is a top-shelf R&B artist who only drops albums for the sake of her fans.
On her website, she’s crafted a phenomenal collection of boudoir photography with big-name Photographers and other creators.
Major-label interest buzz is circling her while still in the early phases of making music.
Lindsey Alderman style is tough, confident, and flows met with more detailed production as she released more music, resulting in sinister trap bangers with the occasional R&B hook on her 2019 single “Right Now” featuring Weaver
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After dropping several hot singles and an ep from her Independent recording labels, Lindsey Alderman has issued her latest LP, Never Sorry
Links:
lindsey.alderman | lindseyalderman.com |