Introducing Spinn

Spinn is an acoustic pop/rock band from New Jersey and made up with Stephanie Spinner, Cheryl Lynn Spinner, Megan Battaglia, Steve DeSteno and Dominick Velardo.

"Reminiscent of the Dixie chicks, the Gin Blossoms and the acoustic-laden styling of Ray Lamontagne, their unique melody lines grab audiences’ attention immediately and their ability to blend different genres always proves to entertain and inspire."

The band has released its debut album "She Was Heartache" in 2009. You can listen to "One Good Reason", a song from this album below.

In 2013, they are back with a new 8 songs album called "A Little Crazy". This album contains both ballads and rock and rythmed songs. Each song is transported by the beautiful blend of the girls' voices. If I had one song from this album to recommend to you, it would be "A Little Crazy". This song get stuck easily on your head. 

Spinn - "A Little Crazy"

Spinn - "So Hurtfull"



Spinn - "Addicted"

Website : http://www.spinnmusic.com/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/Spinnmusic

Twitter : https://twitter.com/spinnmusic

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/spinnmusic

Becka Pimenta is "So Beautiful"

Two years ago, I introduced you to Becka Pimenta, an amazing pop/soul singer-songwriter from England. Do you remember the song "Walking Contradiction" from her last EP "Stars and Owls"? I had participated to her pledgemusic campaign in 2011 and I must admit that it was a good investment. I recommend it to you if you haven't listen to it yet.

 

After 2 quiet years, Becka Pimenta is back with a new single "So Beautiful". It's great song that get inside your head very quickly. By listening to this new song, I've realized how much I have missed Becka's sound. I think you should like it too.

Introducing Lily Virginia

Lily Virginia is a singer-songwriter hailing from West California and now based out in New York City. She has spent 7 years in Argentina and Brazil to study music, which has probably gave her this touch of originality in her music.

Lily Virginia's music  influences are varying from Angel Olsen and Sharon Van Etten to the Pixies and Wye Oak. Her music style is a mix of pop, rock, americana and also folk music. Her voice is delicately powerfull and has an indescribable little something more.

She is actually working on her debut EP. 2 songs on 5, "Dreamtrain" and "Yuriko" are already available on bandcamp.

"Dreamtrain" is a beautiful ballad about love and relationship. The melody of that song is haunting. It starts like a whisper to your ears and intensifies as we go along the song advances, to finally let us sweep away by the whirlwind of the music.

The official video for "Yuriko" has been premiered yesterday on The Deli Magazine. I really like the visual effects in that video which are very well integrated into the landscape. The rythm of that song take you away in the twinkling of an eye and get stuck in your head quickly.

I like the touch of originality that Lily Virginia has in her songs. Some aspects of her songs make me think about tribal songs, when the vocals get bigger and the magic of the moment catches you. Lily Virginia hasn't finished to surprised us !

Website : http://www.lilyvirginia.com/

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/lilyvirginiamusic

Twitter : https://twitter.com/LilyVirginia

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/lilyvirginia

Introducing Gina Cimmelli

Gina Cimmelli is a singer-songwriter hailing from Brooklyn. Music has always been a part of her life, as her great-grandmother was an Italian opera singer and her grandfather a multi-instrumentalist from the golden days of radio. She has been graduated from the famous Berklee College of Music.

"Though often held in the same light as Feist or Regina Spektor, subtle timbres in her voice show hints of Billy Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, revealing a stylistic approach that’s both relevant and timeless."

Gina Cimmeli is far to be a beginner in the music world. She has released her debut EP "Don't Be Mad" in 2009, following by the single "Forget" in May 2012 and her first album "Gina's Picture Show" in August 2012. Maybe some of you have already heard about Gina thanks to The Independent Music Awards. She was a winner of the 10th annual program in the folk/singer-songwriter category with her song "Don't Be Mad".

Gina Cimmelli - "Don't Be Mad"

Gina Cimmelli - "Aviator"

This summer, she is back with a new EP called "Summer Singles". The EP contains 3 songs in a various genre and with different emotions. But even in songs which are more sad, Gina manages to make them shine with a touch of joy.

The first single released of this EP is "Clementine". This song debuted on the American Songwriter. It's a beautiful song about a long-distance relationship. This song has an haunting melody.



The second song released of "Summer Singles" is "Like I Did". This song, about an ended relationship, has an intoxicating rhythm.

I have listened to all Gina's songs (you can listen to them on Spotify).  The huge force and common point all her songs have, is that she captivates you from the first second. She makes you take the train I you don't leave it until you've finished the trip in her musical atmosphere.

Website : http://ginaspictureshow.com/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/ginacimmelli
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/ginaelizabethbean
Bandcamp : http://ginacimmellimusic.bandcamp.com/

Open the "Doors" on Ida Gard's new single

Today Ida Gard bring to light the 3rd single "Doors" of her new upcoming album of the same name. This song, which is now available on itunes, reflects perfectly Ida Gard's musical style.

This new single is looking good to be on of my favorite song of the album. "Doors" is a bit more rock than the previous songs "U Gonna Come?" and "Beginners". This song talks about doors closing behind us at some moment of our life. "Doors" combines touching verses to catchy chorus rythmed by electric guitars.

All I can say is that "Doors" promise to be a really good album to listen to. The official release is September, 16th and you can already pre-order it on itunes.

If you live in Denmark or in Germany, Ida will on tour in your countries between September, 26th and October, 31rst.

Introducing Melon & The Mayhem

"A sassy, female-fronted, five-piece band from Nashville reflects the sultry jazz singers of the 1920s and puts a modern spin on the saxophone-infused swing bands of Sinatra's time."

Melon & The Mayhem is a band from Nashville headed by Mary Ellen Klein (vocals/piano). The band has released their debut EP "Light On" in June 2012. This EP contains 4 songs of a quite varied music style. "Light On" combines rock songs as "A.D.D Song" with jazzy songs as "Alone Together". My favorite song of this EP is "Never". This song is more soulful, the rythm catchy. I never get tired of listening to that song.




This month they are back with a new version of their song "Alone Together". This song make us travel through the 1920s with a jazzy sound. The song is haunting and sultry. It's the kind of music we hear quite rarely now, but this song is a pure moment of relaxation.

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/MelonAndTheMayhem
Twitter : https://twitter.com/MelonAndMayhem
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/MelonandtheMayhem
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/melonandthemayhem

Introducing Sonali

In the series of talented young artists, here's a new gem hailing from Florida. Sonali is an amazing singer-songwriter and also a multi-instrumentalist who plays keyboard, drums and bass, ... She is also an incredible guitarist. Take a look at her cover of the solo of Santana's song "Soul Sacrifice".

Sonali sings and play music since her younger age. In fall of 2012, Sonali was invited to attend the prestigious Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, housed in New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Maybe you already had the occasion to watch this video of the cover of "Diamonds" by Rihanna she did with her classmates.

Sonali has released her debut EP "Speechless" in February 2012. This EP is a mix of 5 pop/rock songs which get inside your head really quickly and whom you never get tired of listening to it. This EP was already a great debut album for these upcoming artists and let presume amazing songs in the future. "Speechless" is available on itunes. Sonali has decided to donate all the sales of this EP to Smile Train Organization, an international charity that provides free cleft surgery for thousands of poor children in developing countries.

Sonali has released the song "Nothing Left" in september, 2012, a catchy pop/rock song. This song is also available on itunes.

Now that she is based in New York, Sonali's muscial tastes has expanded. She is back with a new single "September" in August 13, 2013, who was produced by Justin Tracy. This new song is more acoustic. It is refreshing and colourful song... a perfect for summer time. "September" makes me think about Kina Grannis's musical style. For all the amtateur of this genre, you won't be deceived !

Website : http://www.itsmesonali.com

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/itsmesonali

Twitter : https://twitter.com/itsmesonali

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/sonaliargade

Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/itsmesonali

Introducing Little Creatures

Few days ago, a friend of mine told me about the band Little Creatures and recommended me to give them a listen cause they were amazing. Well, she was  100 % right ! Little Creatures is a fantastic rock band !

"... a duo steeped in classic pop-rock, with bright melodic hooks and just enough crunch to really sink your teeth in."

Little Creatures is band based out in Toronto and made up with Chris Ioannou (vocals, guitar) and Alison MacLean (drums and award-winning songwriter).

Originally, Chris was the rhythm guitarist and backup singer for Alison’s band Calling Wendy, the first outfit that Alison put together on her own. Alison was searching for the right vocalist without finding one that matched and after some times, Chris has appeared to be the perfect singer for "Little Creatures".

Little Creatures - "Lovelorn"

Their songs “Lovelorn” (2010) and “The Letter” (2012) have won accolades from the ISC (International Songwriting Competition).  Little Creatures have released their debut self-titled EP in June 2012. This Ep contains five catchy songs. It's hard to choose one or two songs from this EP as they are all awesome, but I would say that my favourite track is "Rainfall". After my first listen of this album, my first thought was "I want to listen to more songs!". 

Little Creatures - "Rainfall"

Alison and Chris are really good musicians and I think you should like Chris' voice and their great songs. If you like their music, you can buy Little Creatures' EP on bancamp or itunes.

Currently, Little Creatures is finishing up a full-length album as a follow-up to their self-titled debut EP, so expect new songs soon.

Little Creatures - "Breakdown"

Website : http://littlecreaturesmusic.com/
Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/LittleCreaturesMusic
Twitter : https://twitter.com/LittleCreatures
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/LittleCreaturesVideo
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/littlecreatures

Introducing Elli Schoen

Elli Schoen is a singer-songwriter from Fremantle in Western Australia. She performs accompagnied by Anthony Doherty on Drums, Tom Lucy on Bass, and Josh Harwood on Lead Guitar.

Elli has a unique tone of voice. I think this sentence from her bio describe it quite well : "Elli's voice is one that will take you on a journey with its seductive growling lows and soaring highs, all delivered with her trademark effervescent energy. "

Elli has released her debut EP "Love in Suburbia" in May 30th, 2013. You can buy it here. This EP contains several songs with a bewitching rythm like in "Love in Suburbia" or "Swooned". These songs are really catchy.

Elli Schoen - "Swooned" + interview @ Mojos Bar

This EP also contains a powerfull ballad called "Fourteen", which is the second single of this EP.

  

It's a pity that we can't listen to more songs at the moment. It's quite easy to feel transported by the effervescent and mesmerizing energy of Elli's music. I hope she will write another EP or a debut album soon.

Website : http://www.triplejunearthed.com/ellischoen

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/pages/Elli-Schoen/149905695055580

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSj9xZGKXpJSHCjuzkhJX7w

Introducing Lonna Marie

Lonna Marie is a singer-songwriter from the East Cost (NYC/Miami) and now based out in Los Angeles. Her music has been described as "loverly folk".

Lonna Marie has released her debut EP "Oh No" in February, 2013 and is available on itunes. This Ep contains 5 songs which mainly talk about love. We are easy carried away by Lonna's beautiful voice and her music. I like the way some songs starts out slow to go to a catchy rhythm, in particular in the song "I Hope I Get This Right" or "I Love The Enemy".

Free EPK from ReverbNation.com

Website : http://www.lonnamarie.com/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/LonnaMarieMusic

Twitter : https://twitter.com/LonnaMarie

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/lonnamarie

Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/lonna-marie

Introducing Riley Pearce

Riley Pearce is a young indie-roots musician based in Perth, Western Australia. His music is suited for fans of Ben Howard or Passenger's music style.

At only 20 years old and after only playing his first-ever open mic in April last year, Riley has released his debut EP "We Are Fools" June 7th, 2013. The track "We Are Fools" has become increasingly popular and gained airtime on Triple J. Riley. The EP is available on bandcamp, itunes and spotify. Perth Videographer Christian Niddrie filmed the launch for the We Are Fools.

Riley's EP contains 4 great folk-pop song and we easily are blown away by his music. His sounds is quite unique and I also like his guitar play. You shouldn't be deceived by the discovery of his music.

If you live in Australia, Riley has a show planned Wednesday July 17th at Indi Bar, Perth.

 

Website : http://www.rileypearce.com.au/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/RileyPearceMusic

Twitter : https://twitter.com/riley_pearce

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/RileyPearceMusic

Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/rileypearcemusic

Instagram : http://instagram.com/rileypearcemusic

Jessica Morhall - "Leave It All Behind"

Jessica Morhall, the singer-songwriter from Perth, WA, has released her debut EP "Leave It All Behind".  This EP is available on itunes, CDbaby and The Holding Pattern. You can also stream it on soundcloud.

This new EP include 4 pop songs infused with soul and blues. I've been listening to this EP for a week now, and it's the kind of EP of which we don't get tired to listen to over and over again. There is something mesmerizing and relaxing in "Leave It All Behind" with  pureness and emotion in Jessica's beatuiful voice, mostly accompanied by the melody of her piano. These 4 catchy and haunting songs tell stories to which all listeners can relate. 

Brooke Annibale

Brooke Annibale is a singer-songwriter from Pittsburg, PA and now based out in Nashville, TN. You have already had the occasion to listen to one of her song "By Your Side", which was featured on the Mixtape volume one : Indie Valentine. It's also how I started to get to know her music.

Brooke has released her first full-length album "Silence Worth Breaking" in 2011. This album has been described as  “phenomenal” by Stereo Subversion and Glide Magazine hailed as “the kind of record that some artists wait their whole lives to make”.

Brooke Annibale is back this year with a new EP "Words In Your Eyes", which has been released February 5, 2013. 
"the six tracks that comprise Words in Your Eyes are worth stopping whatever you are doing so they can be savored. “Silence Worth Breaking”—which did not make the final cut for the album it was named after—features Annibale’s new electric-meets-ambient sound and razor-sharp lyrics about the importance of communicating even if the subject is a difficult one."

 

By discovering all of her music, I've been immediatly captivated by her soft and bewitching voice. All of her songs exudes sensibility, accompagnied by well-written lyrics. This EP is an invite to a travel in the world of relationships, in the small world of things we feel, the feelings that we sometimes keep for us but whom "silence worth breaking".

Website : http://brookeannibale.com
Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/brookeannibale
Twitter : https://twitter.com/brookeannibale
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/brookeannibale

Sarah Swagger & The Middlemen - "No Regrets"

Few months ago, I already told you about Sarah Swagger whose I had the chance to see performing as the first part of Jc Villafan's show in Lyon last year. Sarah has started her solo career in 2012 and she has been working on her debut EP wich should be out in April 2013.

"Sarah Swagger creates pop music defined by her distinctive voice. Her catchy melodies are full of emotion, balancing sensitivity and energy, as well as heart-on-sleeve lyrics and dynamism. "

Meanwhile, her first single "No Regrets" is already available. You can even download it for free on her facebook page. I've been immediatly captivated by that song and I think you will too.

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/sarahswaggermusic
Twitter : https://twitter.com/sswaggermusic
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/sarahswaggermusic
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/sarahswaggermusic

The New Limb

The New Limb is a band from Silver Lake, Los Angeles and made up with Joey Chavez (vocals and guitar), Lauren Salamone (keyboards and vocals), Dan Perez (guitar and vocals), Adam Chavez (drums and vocals) and Dave Berg (bass and 808).

"Known for their incredible live show, stellar harmonies and "genre-bending" sound, rock quintet The New Limb are one of a kind. Pulling influences from a century's worth of song writers and comparisons spanning from Arcade Fire to the Zombies to Stars to the Shins, The New Limb truly has a unique but familiar sound."

They have just released a free mixtape "Inconsistencies". This mixtape features orignal songs, covers, some live in-studio tracks. If I had to choose some of my favorite songs from this mixtape, I think I would keep "Stifled" and "Strength in our bones". The mixtape contains lots of great songs.

The band is also working on a full length album which due out 2013.

Website : http://www.thenewlimb.com/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/thenewlimb

Twitter : https://twitter.com/thenewlimb

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/TheNewLimb

Tumblr : http://thenewlimb.tumblr.com/

Sarah & Lindsay's last song of 2012 : "Just One Kiss"

Tonight, it's my last post of the year about Sarah & Lindsay's 12in12 project, as December 12 celebrate the last song of this incredible series. The december song is "Just One Kiss".

Sarah & Lindsay have their CD release party in Nashville tonight at 7 pm at the Noteable Blends. So if you live in Nashville, you still have few hours to plan your night and to go to the show :

"It is our pleasure to invite you to the Sarah & Lindsay 12in12 EP Release Party on December 12, 2012, at 7 p.m. 

Come celebrate the end of this amazing year and the 12in12 project! We will have food, wine, artisan coffees, teas and espressos, and we will be playing a few of the 12in12 songs for you! 

For directions to Noteable, visit their website: http://noteableblends.com/streetmap.html "




The girls made a video where they come back to this amazing year with this crazy project to do write a new song for the 12th of each month.

Scottish Special : Fluorescent Hearts

Fluorescent Hearts is a band from Glasgow and made up of Chris Ashton (vocals and guitar), Andrew Stuart (Bass) and Gary G. (drums).

"What sets Fluorescent Hearts apart from the average pop peddlers inundating the airwaves, is their unabashed love of a kaleidoscopic array of music and their ability to incorporate these influences into a sound that belongs solely to them. Beginning with a childhood love of pop punk and grunge, they maintain their rock roots but sway towards taking a perfect demographic of One Republic’s intricately textured yet song savy composition and Savage Garden’s timeless vocal melodies and sugary sweet instrumentation, singing about love and life, drumming up familiar emotions anyone can relate to."

Fluorescent Hearts have released their debut album "Anthem" on september 2012. This album is available on itunes and on their store. It's a great pop/rock album. These guys have all the ingredients to become a successful rock band.

Fluorescent Hearts - "Tell Her You Love Her"

Fluorescent Hearts - "Anthem Of The Heart"

Fluorescent Hearts - "Gasoline"

Website : http://www.fluorescenthearts.com/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/FHtheband

Twitter : https://twitter.com/FHtheBand

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/FluorescentHeartsTV

Scottish Special : Callum Beattie

Callum Beattie is a 22 years old singer-songwriter from Edinburgh. In spite of his young age, he has already share the stage with The Wanted, Mel C, Matt Cardle and Pixie Lott.

"The Forth One to Watch award winner for 2010 caught the eye of such stars as Dizzee Rascal who said that Keep Calm and Carry On is an anthem, whilst Jamie Cullum has described Callum as a natural songwriter."

In 2011, Callum met the Scottish music producer Al James and he has recorded his debut album entitled "This Time This Place". This album contains 11 pop songs. For this album, Callum has drawn on inspiration from contemporary songwriters such as Kelly Jones, Super Furry Animals, Ryan Adams and Richard Ashcroft.

Callum Beattie - "Moving On"

Callum Beattie - "Butterflies"

Callum Beattie - "Keep Calm and Carry On"

Callum Beattie - "Thinking Of You"

Website : http://www.callumbeattie.co.uk/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/pages/Callum-Beattie/149216271773328

Twitter : https://twitter.com/callumbeattie_

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/aljamesproductions

Scottish Special : Holly Drummond

After the Danish special, I gonna start tonight a new special week with this time scottish artists. The first scottish artist to open this "Scottish Special" is Holly Drummond. 

Holly Drummond is a 18 years old talented singer-songwriter from Edinburgh.  I found her on Bandcamp yesterday and from the first seconds of listening she really blew me away !!! I think the first think I liked was her voice. She has a gorgeous tone of voice. Moreover, we feel a real maturity in her songs. I would have never thought she were 18 by listening to her songs.

"She writes astute, wry, introspective lyrics allied to beautifully crafted melodies, we can’t help but be impressed by the maturity and insight on display"

Holly has been writing and recording her own songs since 2009. Her youtube account has encountered a good success. She already have nearly 11 000 followers and you'll find there around 100 acoustic videos of her songs and also covers.

Holly has released her debut EP "Cloud Nine" in August 2012. This EP, available on itunes, contains 6 great songs that I highlly recommend. Here's some of them bellow :

Holly Drummond - "Girl That You Don't Know"

Holly Drummond - "Cloud Nine"

Holly Drummond - "The Hands Of Change" (feat. Lewis Mokler)

Holly Drummond - "Out Of My Mind"

Website : http://www.hollydrummond.com/

Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/HollyDrummondMusic

Twitter : https://twitter.com/holly_drummond

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/smoothiesforme

Roses & Revolutions

Roses & Revolutions is a band from Rochester, NY and made up of Alyssa Rose Coco and Matt Merritt. The two musicians met up to write together after Alyssa's publicity from appearing on season 7 of American Idol.

Alyssa and Matt played their first show together opening for Little Feat and from there, more opportunities came in, and the group found themselves supporting artists like O.A.R, Ingrid Michaelson, Smash Mouth, Jonny Lang, G Love & Special Sauce, Sheryl Crow, Rusted Root, Tim Reynolds, Ryan Star, Robert Randolph, Sonny Landreth, Javier Colon, Average White Band, and more.

They have released their debut EP "Earth and Everything" in October 2012. This Ep has encountered a good success from its release. It has been in iTunes top 200 bestselling singer/songwriter albums since and the EP is currently playing on over 300cmj stations. This Ep contains 6 mesmerizing songs from beautiful ballads to more rythm songs. Alyssa's got a gorgeous voice and Matt is an amazing guitar player. It's typically the sort of album I like for a sunday afternoon.

Roses & Revolutions - "When A Heart Gives Out"

Roses & Revolutions - "Moving On"

Roses & Revolutions - "Paper Thin"

Roses & Revolutions - "Home"

Website : http://www.rosesandrevolutions.com/

Facebook : http://www.rosesandrevolutions.com/

Twitter : https://twitter.com/RosesRevolution

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/rosesandrevolutions

Itunes : https://itunes.apple.com/album/earth-and-everything-ep/id567198870