Michelle Essence is Soul Singer, mother of four and daughter of two Veteran parents. As a child she would listen to her father DJ and Produce music. This curiosity inspired her to pursue her passion as a Singer-Songwriter. She has recently worked with Texas based Producers All Star, Kris Keyz and Keshawn Allen. These talented Producers helped mold her current distinct sound. When Michelle Essence sings she hopes that she can take you on a musical journey that brings you love, peace, energy and touches your soul.
Here Lies Wes is an Alternative rock band from Asheville Nc. Wes is one of wnc most talented vocalist and guitarists This past yr .. just signed with metal label WORMHOLEDEATH RECORDS.
The Naked Truth is Dina’s second studio album. Vocals recorded on her home island of Jersey during lockdown. Then sent to her team in Nashville to add musicians Thomm Jutz (Guitars) Scotty Sanders (Steel) Same Falle Keyboards bass and production. Remastered by Phil MacDonald in Jersey. The idea for the album came from the photo taken by her best friend Murielle Nicolas. Dina is also a DJ for Irish Country digital radio and her show The Pink Cowgirl goes out 3 times a week. She won Gold International Female songwriter of the year in 2022 and Silver for International female album of the year The Naked Truth. Song 1 on album written by wesley Taylor and produced by Ger O Brien Ireland.
Wayne Hallett is a singer/songwriter/musician originally from Rock County, WI, who paid his dues playing the Midwest club circuit in the Classic Rock bands Starstruck, and Paradox, then later in an acoustic duo and acoustic single act. Wayne learned much from his bandmates and other fellow musician friends while assisting them with their recording projects and gigs as well. During periodic breaks from the gypsy lifestyle, he began concentrating on composing his own songs and developing his own vocal and guitar playing style. Wayne made the big move to the Nashville, TN area in the early Nineties where he performed at songwriter’s nights, resumed revamped incarnations of an acoustic duo and his acoustic single act, co-wrote with other artists, and recorded demos of his own material. Jangled Web is the tile of his full length CD comprised of ten cool original guitar-driven melodic Pop/Rock songs, completed July, 2011. It reportedly contains “Plenty of strong & clever lyrics, catchy riffs & pleasant harmonies.” Listeners have also alleged that Wayne and his music have an “Excellent tone & great vibe.” The individual tracks could be described as Adult Alternative/Janglepop/Powerpop or Pop/Rock with hints of Beatles, Moody Blues, Eagles, and Tom Petty influences. Jangled Web is available in both CD and download format at the usual Internet outlets including ITunes, CDBaby, Amazon, etc. Wayne’s current projects include shaping material for a new album project, demo sessions, co-writing, playing live in the area, and striving to get radio airplay, and TV, radio, and movie soundtrack placement for his songs. His latest single The Long Road Out Of Nashville was just released in July 2022.
The time has come for a new sound to emerge through the watered down candy pop verses clouded with a silver lining of plastic noise. Beck Black’s new album “Hollywood Blvd” captures the enigmatic journey of sonic characters personified by a plethora of multi-genre versions of Rock n Roll. Each song is a sonic testimony to a new era with the title track “Hollywood Blvd”, a love letter to LA. The lyrics paint gritty glam images of both Hollywood and Rock music like graffiti written on the walls. The tides turn on track 2 with the song “Puppet Show”. Whispers of Kate Bush can be heard in this track with synth reminiscent of “the Cure”. As the album progresses into a New Wave universe, “She’s A Ok” sizzles with electricity taking you from the hustle and bustle of the city streets to the melodic, sometimes melancholy mystique of the desert. Beck Black writes with an ergonomic intensity based upon real life experiences. “Dirty Lil Angel’ finds us in the desert and transforms us to the sea with a Nirvana-esc alternative emotional edge. Guitar licks from the hands of Mo Matatquin swell around the sonic tides splashed by the instinctually tribal percussion of world touring drummer, Adam Alt. Together, with Black’s bass guitar and multi-layered synths, the trio swings to new heights. Ms. Black’s vocals carry a nostalgic sense with the air of futurity. With the song “Transmission”, Siousxie Sioux and the era of Post Punk come to a flashy fruition. Lastly, “Life’s a Circus”, billows with classical harpsichord melodies. The sound is sculptured by a mosaic Mozart like waltz dancing around metallic psychedelic undertones in unison. “Life’s a Circus” was written by Beck Black when she moved in with friend, Adam Alt, leading to the musical pair becoming band mates. The album’s journey ends on a high note with the lyrics “stand up for the applause that is at the end.” “Hollywood Blvd” will take you on a journey through the eyes of Beck Black whilst living in the historic Whitely Heights of Hollywood. During that time, inspiration sprung forth by the frenetic star-clad concrete paradise of Hollywood Blvd. A new dawn is upon us. See where this album takes you and decide for yourself…
Melis is back with the next release from her debut album ‘I Still Write Songs About You’. Someday describes the dream of one day in the future being able to have some sort of friendly relationship even after things have been painful and difficult in the relationship that was. The song tries to focus on the good things that you had in the past, and carry that into a positive future, and that no matter what happens, the love you had will never be gone.(regardless of whether you find yourself back as friends or not). It is a poppy ballad that really captures Melis diverse talent for songwriting and melodies. In the lead up to the release of this track Melis is appearing on LINDMO this month. The biggest TV Talk Show in Norway. She has also had support from Nitimen, the biggest radio show in her native country. Someday is slated for release on 16th September.
South Coast, UK based Alt rock band Rogue Awakening release their second single ‘Overshadowed’ this month. The band, fronted by the enigmatic Kimberley Voice, are excited to share this much heavier version of themselves with the world. ‘Overshadowed is about the contradiction between the confident person you present to the world versus the saboteur in your mind.’, says the band, ‘It’s ultimately about an unhealthy relationship with yourself and how that impacts on those around you. It also touches on the trials of being an over thinker and how that can affect your headspace.’ ‘Overshadowed’ is slated for release on 23rd September. The band play Music In The City Festival in Southampton on September 24th with more shows to be announced over the coming weeks.
Animal Souls is an indie music collective based in Abbotsford, BC. The group is headed by bassist/producer Michael Fisher and features some of the best players in the Fraser Valley.Originally from Burlington, Ontario. Michael has called British Columbia home since 1983 and over the years he has played in many cover & original bands, managed and promoted artists and provided live sound services at local clubs and festivals. When the Covid pandemic hit and Michael was ‘retired’ from a 27 year career at Live Nation, he called on some of his musical mates to help him record a 10-track album ‘Wisdom of Crowds’ which was released in August 2021. The album was a mix of old songs re-imagined from a late 80’s stash of 4-track demos along with some newly written songs. Animal Souls have since released 3 singles; ‘Lessons of Love’ (Jan 2022), ‘Soul Dance Redux’ (May 2022) and ‘Travelin’ Bug’ (Jul 2022). Up next is a co-write with Annika Catharina called ‘Midnight Sky’ releasing on Sep 2.Michael also plays bass in the alternative rock band 3rd Deck, also based in Abbotsford, having just released their debut self-titled 5-song EP.
Kalila Shields has been a Singer-Songwriter since 2019 and is based in the West Midlands, UK. She has been gaining recognition for her songwriting in various competitions. Her biggest achievement to date is being named the RnB Winner in the UK Songwriting Contest 2020 for her song “A Man Like You”. Her previous single, “Now That I Left” was Akademia Music Awards July 2022 Winner for Best Pop Song! As well as writing for herself, Kalila would love to collaborate with other artists, lyrically and/ or vocally. Her mission is to share her messages of true love, healing, and empowerment for oneself and in union through the airwaves. There is no such thing as perfection but love heals all and it is that journey that she promotes. Being more of a natural introvert, she is easing out of her comfort zone to build her audience and make her musical mark on the world.
