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DON`T FEED THE DEMONS by MOON AND ARIES

Hamza Sharkas
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DON`T FEED THE DEMONS by MOON AND ARIES

German/Canadian musical sensation Moon and Aries releases yet another instantaneous catchy single “Don’t Feed The Demons”…with their signature musical charisma and presence, the musical duo ensnares the souls of all listeners worldwide.

“Don’t Feed The Demons” is a song that talks about facing our inner demons with courage and determination and that this will in turn reflect our positive metamorphosis in the real world.

The song takes a hybrid musical approach, fusing many elements that fall under the electronic umbrella…it’s got electro-pop, trip-hop, and synth-wave elements, creating a unique electronic whirlwind of a musical experience.

The steady beat and electronic bass drive the song forward, it keeps building up musically from a production point of view…and in iconic Moon and Aries musical fashion, the vocals are on the angelic side, it shows the contrast between the smooth vocals and the tight pure synth sounds and strong beats.

“Don’t Feed The Demons” also comes out appropriately around the Halloween season.

Moon and Aries are of course a musical duo consisting of Jordana Moon in Canada and Tom Aries in Germany…and with all the logistical challenges that might face them, they manage to always stun the music world and the audiences with their releases…when we see a new song from Moon and Aries, we know that we will be blown away with new, fresh and unique musicality that only they can deliver.

We wish all the best to the awesome musical duo…and as always, we can’t wait to see what they cook up next for the world to enjoy.

Cheers!

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Yeehaw! Feel the Southern Vibes with Pamela Hopkins’ New Single: ‘Raised Some Hell in Me’

Michael Stover
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Yeehaw! Feel the Southern Vibes with Pamela Hopkins’ New Single: ‘Raised Some Hell in Me’

“Raised Some Hell in Me” – a new anthem that echoes through the heart of country, rock and blues. It’s a song that sings of resilience, of love and loss, and of the indomitable spirit of its creator, Pamela Hopkins. It’s a testament that is both deeply personal, yet strikingly universal.

Pamela Hopkins’ music is more than just a pleasant melody to the ear. It’s a soul-stirring experience that connects with the listener on an emotional level. It’s a song of life, love, and loss that captures the essence of anyone who has ever loved and lost. The Little Rock singer-songwriter has crafted a beautiful homage to her father by blending country rock and heartfelt lyricisms into one powerful sound.

Music, for Pamela, is a tool of expression, a means to convey the emotions that sometimes words alone can’t capture. Her music is not just heard, it’s felt. With the release of “Raised Some Hell in Me,” Pamela takes the listeners on a journey that many can resonate with – a tribute to a father, a testament to her upbringing, and the sheer resilience instilled in her by her father.

Pamela’s father was more than just a parent – he was the inspiration behind this song. His influence is evident in the raw emotional energy that fuels her songs, and “Raised Some Hell in Me” is no exception. The song is a tribute to her father, a man who left a significant impact on her life and her music.

Music, for Pamela, was a means of expressing emotions too deep for words. It was her way of connecting with her listeners, of sharing her personal experiences and the lessons she learned from her father. “Raised Some Hell in Me” is a reflection of this connection. It’s a song that embraces the ups and downs of life, the struggles, the triumphs, and the unwavering resilience that was instilled in her by her father.

The song is a testament to her upbringing, to the struggles she faced, and the lessons she learned. It’s an anthem for anyone who has ever been shaped by their parents, who has ever been inspired by their resilience, and who has ever been driven to make a difference in the world. It’s a homage to her father, a tribute to the man who made her who she is today.

Listening to “Raised Some Hell in Me” is not just about enjoying a song – it’s about experiencing the raw emotions, the heartfelt sentiment, and the unique southern vibe that Pamela Hopkins brings to her music. It’s about feeling the music, not just hearing it. So why wait? Listen to “Raised Some Hell in Me” and feel the Southern vibes for yourself.

“This, That”: Taydem Shoesmith’s Jazz Delight or Musical Mastery? (out on November 5th)

Sistra News Team
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“This, That”: Taydem Shoesmith’s Jazz Delight or Musical Mastery? (out on November 5th)

While the number of jazz musicians may be less than ever, the excitement surrounding the release of new jazz pieces never wanes. Enter Taydem Shoesmith, an Iowa-based singer-songwriter, who recently released a new jazz single titled “This, That”. The question is: does the song live up to the expectations?

“This, That” by Taydem Shoesmith presents a fascinating musical narrative that takes the listener on an introspective journey. The theme of the song is centered around first impressions, exploring the complexities and intricacies that lie beneath superficial perceptions. While the lyrics and music work together to weave a compelling musical narrative, the Bossa Nova influence subtly highlights the song’s thematic underpinnings.

Within the jazz genre, “This, That” stands out for its unique fusion of traditional jazz and Bossa Nova elements. The song begins with a relaxed and mellow instrumental arrangement, instantly setting a mood of sophistication and introspection. The dynamic and playful interactions between different musical elements serve to highlight the song’s underlying theme, effectively creating a timeless musical soundscape that’s both captivating and enjoyable to listen to.

As a vocalist, Taydem Shoesmith’s performance on “This, That” is nothing short of stunning. Her emotive and controlled delivery adds an extraordinary depth to the narrative woven through the lyrics. The way she conveys the song’s complex theme is truly commendable, marking her as a vocalist of prodigious talent and skill. Taydem’s delivery and style are unique, blending perfectly with the jazz-infused soundscape of the song. Her vocals glide effortlessly over the music, adding an extra layer of emotion to the narrative. Taydem’s vocals on “This, That” are emotive and controlled, perfectly capturing the song’s underlying theme and enhancing its overall impact. These vocals are not just about power; they are about the delicate balance of emotion and control. Taydem successfully conveys the song’s complex message through her heartfelt vocals. Her performance is a testament to her ability to communicate effectively through music, making the song an immersive and enriching experience for listeners.

In terms of production quality, “This, That” is a standout feature of Taydem’s music. The song expertly balances elements of old-fashioned jazz with contemporary musical influences. The whole process of producing “This, That” has been meticulously handled, resulting in a rich listening experience that is both nostalgic and modern. The clarity of each instrument and the balance achieved in the production contribute greatly to the overall richness of the song.

In a landscape dominated by other music genres, “This, That” is a breath of fresh air. It’s a song that not only meets but exceeds expectations, marking Taydem Shoesmith as a name to watch out for in the world of jazz. It’s a delightful piece of music that jazz enthusiasts should not miss. In conclusion, “This, That” is a stunning testament to Taydem Shoesmith’s musical prowess and an absolute must-listen for anyone who appreciates good music.

 

Michael Stover – MTS Management Group

Disco Sally by Ralphy ft.Samjgarfield

Moataz Gwaily
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Disco Sally by Ralphy ft.Samjgarfield

Seductive, sizzling, and with an intriguing character story in its creative core, ‘Disco Sally’ is an endlessly entertaining and dark piece of synth and art pop from the always-fresh Ralphy.

Based in Los Angeles, Ralphy teams up one more time with producer Samjgarfield. And with the latter taking care of the production, beats, and vocals, ‘Disco Sally’ is the first extensive collaboration between the two artists. And what a collaboration it is. The two-chords minimal arrangement is just right for the hypnotic effect, and the buzzing synth bass line, following a militaristic march rhythm, shows just how versatile Ralphy and Garfield are. The great disco themes are then explored further with snappy, rhythmic syncopation, glamorous string soars that took right back to the 70s, and interspersed vocal utterances that add character without detracting from the battery of cool that is the music.

Revolving around the character of Sally Lippman, a retired lawyer in her seventies who found a new passion in going out dancing night after night in Studio 54. An inspiring character who found her way into song with this elegant-but-sleazy disco cut.

With racing, playful rhythms, and an easy-to-move-to-arrangement, ‘Disco Sally’ ends up being successful to a potent degree. A truly intoxicating atmosphere was woven by Ralphy and producer Samjgarfield on this one. 

Merry Christmas Darling by D’Artagnan

Moataz Gwaily
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Merry Christmas Darling by D’Artagnan

Amidst the thick smog of turmoil that we all live in, it is quite uplifting that people can still find it in them to anticipate the holiday season that’s right around the corner, and especially if the occasion is as heartwarming and as reassuring as D’Artagnan’s latest single, ‘Merry Christmas Darling’.

D’Artagnan is an absolutely precious artist based in the town of Cheltenham in the United Kingdom. He is a singer, and a songwriter, and along with his brother, the two have made a name for themselves as a singing and dancing duo that would go on and perform in events for such global superstars as Tom Cruise and Michael Douglas. But ‘Merry Christmas Darling’ showcases a different facet of D’Artagnan’s warm artistry.

Christmas songs are common, especially at this time of the year, Christmas love songs are maybe slightly more common. But ‘Merry Christmas Darling’ is Christmas song that commemorates D’Artagnan’s love for his life partner and wife, and with a video shot with the two of them, on the same ice rink that saw their first date and D’Artagnan’s proposal a year later, we have a seriously sweet musical affair. 

The song’s gentle instrumentation is decidedly holiday-flavored, with bells and whistles and a jubilant vocal layering job. Perhaps the element that cuts through the most would be D’Artagnan’s own voice, with his piercing, lively vibrato, and silky caramel texture, adding sweetness to the song’s sentiment and lyrics. ‘Merry Christmas Darling’ is D’Artagnan’s ray of light on an otherwise rather bleak day, and for his spirit, we are very grateful.

 

Bite My Tongue by MIA MORMINO

Moataz Gwaily
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Bite My Tongue by MIA MORMINO

 Creative and musical merit in pop with a commercial tendency has been a topic of hot debate since it started existence, and regardless of whether you view commercial pop as senseless drivel made as a cash grab, or as works of art meant to entertain a greater percentage of the population, there can be no denying that artists like Mia Mormino, who seemingly thrive on straddling the border between the two prospects, are in all senses of the words, artists who deserve to be heard.

 This Los Angeles based singer and songwriter, and her latest piece of dazzling, glam pop ‘Bite My Tongue’, have managed to ensnare me quite effectively from the first few moments of the song. From the crumbling sound effect at the very beginning to the melancholy laced piano note that drones in the introduction, to Mormino’s vulnerable and exposed delivery, to her witty lyrics, and to her soulful presence, quite restrained and gentle, yet stormy and loaded with emotion, it is all quite eloquent.

 Musically titillating, if compositionally simple (mostly), the merit of ‘Bite My Tongue’ seems to be in how accessible everything is. The trap beats are catchy, the pizzicato strings are familiar, and the thunderous energy is displayed in a non-offensive manner, all creating a rather lovely tapestry that highlights Mormino’s vocal prowess, and the words she is here to say.

 Incredibly strong, sultry, and meaningful, ‘Bite My Tongue’ will teach you a thing or two about self-love and its implications in our human relationships, and will tantalize you musically while it does just that.

 

Built Me by JOSH TEPPER

Hamza Sharkas
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Built Me by JOSH TEPPER

Josh Tepper has been releasing one hit after another, he’s further expanding his winning streak with his latest single “Built Me”…a straightforward pop song that penetrates the soul on so many levels.

The New York-based artist has once again proved that ability to create a sense of musical belonging for his melodies, his melodies can instantly get glued to your ears and your memories…and maybe, that can’t be said more than “Built Me”.

The music is extremely catchy, the guitar/synth arpeggio that starts with the song and keeps its presence all throughout the song is just musical perfection…add on top of that the vocal melodies and you’ve got yourself 2 songs in 1.

The vocal melodies and flow are one of the highlights of the song’s musicality.

Instant catchiness and naturally flowing through our ears, we got hooked.

Tepper now has 8 singles. His latest 2 releases before “Built Me” were “Eyes of Jezebel” and “Guide Me Meron”.

Josh Tepper will be performing at Rockwood Music Hall on Manhattan’s Lower East Side on November 1st.

“Built Me” was recorded in Los Angeles, written and produced by Abe Stewart, with lyrics by Jordyn Dodd-Waddington and Josh Tepper.

Wishing all the best to Josh and the team, we can’t wait to hear what comes next from the awesome artist.

Cheers!

 

 

Sad Times by GRACE & MOJI

Hamza Sharkas
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Sad Times by GRACE & MOJI

LA-based Grace & Moji’s latest single “Sad Times” is a flavorsome musical and visual treat on all levels…

Upbeat tempo, high energy, excellent production values, and perfectly created melodic melodies…all come together to culminate at the top of the pop mountain peak…

“Sad Times” looks and sounds like opening a box containing many flavors of tasty chocolate…

Starting with the visual side…the song drops along a music video that looks super clean, sharp, and colorful in a very artistic pastel painting kind of way…

…the same goes for the musical experience, exactly…if that makes sense…

“Sad Times” has some of the catchiest musical and melodic elements we’ve heard in some time.

…the ear-worming ‘ooh ohs’ are amazingly catchy…

…the beat and the energy residing within, are absolutely brilliant…

…the back and-forth between the vocal lines and melodies between the two stunning talents is absolutely gorgeous…

“Sad Times” is actually making us feel super good…the song creates a mesmerizing harmony of the heard, the seen, and the felt.

We wish all the best to Grace & Moji…we can’t wait to hear more and more of their art.

Cheers!

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BlackWater by KETE BOWERS

Hamza Sharkas
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BlackWater by KETE BOWERS

With 2 songs already released in 2023, Kete Bowers is spending time masterfully crafting music for his upcoming album…and in the meantime, we can enjoy his mesmerizing acoustic storytelling single “BlackWater”…

…the Liverpool artist created something special with “BlackWater”…an emotional storytelling acoustic ballad of a musical experience…and it is an experience, transcending the concept of a song.

Kete’s vocals carry a lot of weight…and deliver his performance with high levels of emotional energy.

The music is very cinematic like; folk guitar, piano, pads, and a solo brass in the backdrop, elevating the musical experience…” BlackWater” feels huge by the way, and the sonic breadth of it filled the air around me…with each of the instruments playing a role in the story.

…each a character…the guitar feels like your friend along the way, the piano is your guardian angel…the atmospheric pads are the fog you’re passing through…the solo brass is the dream of this journey…and Kete’s voice is the light you’re aiming to go to…

“BlackWater” is such a rich and full musical and vocal experience, a complete movie-like journey in 5 minutes and 22 seconds…of pure emotional musicality.

We wish Kete all the best in the world and we’re so hooked on his approach to creating musical stories, that we can’t wait for him to finish and release his upcoming album…Kete, we won’t be able to hold on for too long…the album, please.

“BlackWater” is a highly recommended musical experience that is not to be missed by any person who listens to music and songs.

Cheers!

Album: Cultural Canvas by BABA KUBOYE

Hamza Sharkas
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Album: Cultural Canvas by BABA KUBOYE

LA based Afrobeat artist Baba Kuboye has created a hybrid, genre bending boundary pushing experience in the form of his latest album release “Cultural Canvas”…a blast to explore, dance to, enjoy and learn from.

With a title like “Cultural Canvas” you know you’re in for an unprecedented experience, not just on the musical level…and let me tell you that you’d be right…

Baba Kuboye is like a musician magician, creating his ultimate musical potion, he’s standing there stirring the musical pot, adding dancehall, hip hop, UK rap drills, big band, saxophone and spoken word…with his ultimate ingredient being his musical charisma of course.

…what comes out is absolute magic.

“Cultural Canvas” is one of the most musical dance album experiences you’ll have in many years.

Baba Kuboye starts the album with the radio edit of “Soft Life”…a very melodic, musical, thematic and all in all such an iconic song to start the album with…the song is rich with melodies, whether musical of vocal…Baba’s performance is soothing and moving…it moves you, it makes you dance…and the backing choir like vocals add so much to the experience…then we can’t talk enough about how the brass section adds to the liveliness and movement…it’s amazingly put together.

“Cultural Canvas” kicks it off on a very high note with “Soft Life”…

The album surely takes the afrobeat essence and mixes in many elements from many genres as we’ve been saying…and that’s how the album is positioned, being created with this unique charisma and presence.

For example, “Chilling” and “Konko” also takes the same musical, dancey afrobeat approach but on a more low-key production…it’s not as in your face, it chooses to take a lean to the minimal approach, but still as musical and as powerful as anything that comes before or after it. The vocals here take a new light with a more musical singing approach here.

“Cultural Canvas” keeps exploring and mixing genres together…so with a song like “Dey for you”, you’ll start with a strong presence of soul music with an afrobeat twist…then we go into the more percussive and natural sounding musical elements with the rest of the song…and the artist also promotes this song as a feminist anthem, celebrating the many influences that have turned him into the artist he is today.

…and with “WA ZO BIA”…Baba introduces a musical surprise with a hip-hop/rap song that is also highly musical and one that incorporates the afrobeat culture in unique and interesting ways.

…and this is just a sample of what you’d expect from an album with so much love put into the making of it…”Cultural Canvas” has been released on Baba Kuboye’s own label, Down 4 Whateva, and has been submitted for GRAMMYⓇ consideration in Best Global Album and Best African Music Performance.

“Cultural Canvas” has 10 songs, 10 musical expressions, 10 journeys that are worth exploring every second of…an absolute milestone in both the afrobeat and dance music worlds.

With an absolute staggering number of stunning musical talents, “Cultural Canvas” has these awesome musicians lend their musical prowess to its creation…

Baba Kuboye (Saxophone Alto , Keys, percussion, Log drum, bass, Tenor Guitar, Saxophone Tenor)

Ogunniyi Babatunde Samson (saxophone alto)

Ik Asanga (Saxophone Alto)

Olanrewaju Ayodeji (keys)

Samuel Olaniran (percussion),

Adeyemi Olorunjuwonlo Ayomide (bass)

Akeju Owowonuola Sunday (trumpet)

Apara Timilehin Jeremiah (drums)

Akpasubi Miracle Ebosetale (drums)

Nwachukwu Jonathan Chimezie (solo guitar)

Bojoope Daniel Oluwafemi (Tenor Guitar)

Adelekan Emmanuel Oluwasegun (saxophone tenor) Morakinyo Paul Akinkunmi (Trombone)

Creative Design on the project included Casmir Ekechi (album cover) and Sweet Marc (photography).

“Cultural Canvas” is an album to check out right away…it’s not to be missed.
One of the musical highlights for me this year and is highly recommended.

Wishing all the best to Baba Kuboye and all the talented musicians that joined this musical journey…we can’t wait to see what you cook next.

Cheers!

 

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