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Interviews with top Beat music advocates celebrities, musicians, artists, and icons about their current and past music projects.
Ronald MKiza's new EP soon to be released
Ronald Mkiza has a new EP coming out March 20, 2020! The lead single on it will be Black Virtue (feat. KYN). Black Virtues (feat. Kyn), is a song about taking pride in being a minority. Detailing the struggles Mkiza has been faced with, while celebrating what they made him. The hook features LA based artist KYN, who with her soulful voice, details the struggle of a minority.
By mysoundMusic6 years ago in Beat
Ry Cooder
Ry Cooder has a NEW album, but that's not why I'm writing this. I caught up with Ry Cooder over the phone for his first live album release in 35 years. Corridos Fomosos, he corrected my pronunciation as you'll hear. This was a live album recorded over two nights at a venue in San Francisco. There's a stellar cast of musicians on this album. His son Joachim on percussion, Flaco Jimenez on accordion, Robert Francis on bass, and vocalists Terry Evans, Arnold McCuller, and Juliette Commagere. The ten-piece Mexican brass band La Banda Juvenil also guested. He had recorded at the same venue in San Francisco 35 years earlier. On this album there were up to 18 people on stage at one point. He wasn't informed they were recording the concert. Whilst they were driving home to LA later that evening he was informed by his sound engineer of the recording. Although this latest album released in 2018, Prodigal Son is his first solo album.
By Phil Cartwright6 years ago in Beat
The Making of Amie Jay's First Single
This spring, Amie Jay is fulfilling a lifelong dream by releasing her very first EP, including the single 'Ricochet', which is out now. The young musician has always been passionate about the industry, and has a dance and music degree from Kingston University in London. Today, she will be sharing some of her experiences from producing music as an independent artist.
By Tone Breistrand6 years ago in Beat
Shihori Releases New Album "Shihorism
Moving is never easy for anyone but many artist will take the risk to fuel their careers. We discovered an artist originally from Nagoya, Japan who is now making strides in todays American music industry after moving to New York. Known for writing songs for major anime shows and other artist overseas, Shihori moved to NYC in 2018 to expand to the American Music market and has performed at notable venues such as Rockwood Music Hall, The Bitter End, and more. Her latest album Shihorism is unique as she covers songs she wrote throughout her career and dedicated the project to both her fans and as her artist anniversary. Below, check out an exclusive interview with Vocal Creators and Shihori. Make sure to stream her new album as well below.
By Rebecca Taylor6 years ago in Beat
Paulina Vo Learns To Let Go In New Single "Shades Down"
Paulina Vo is a Vietnamese r&b/pop singer, songwriter, and producer. Currently based in Brooklyn, New York, Vo has had success playing across the New York circuit at notable venues such as Mercury Lounge and has composed music for indie tv & film projects. In her latest single "Shades Down" Paulina discusses the art of letting go and moving on to be a better version of yourself. She states that this single gave her power she did not know she had. Check out our exclusive interview with Paulina Vo below and stream her latest single "Shades Down" below.
By Rebecca Taylor6 years ago in Beat
Redah, the record producer that does it all!
We’ve had the pleasure of having the very special music producer Reda Haddioui known professionally as Redah. Some describe him as the “Swiss knife” of music production. He does it all, and at the highest level in Hollywood. Also a composer, songwriter and singer, his work speaks for itself as he has produced music for the Oscar-winning, Golden Globe-winning, and Grammy-nominated movie “Spiderman Into The Spider Verse”. Today he shared with us his experience as a composer and producer for Universal’s Production Music library, another noteworthy
By Shahbaz Abbasi6 years ago in Beat
You're Not Sorry: Marina Solonos
Marina Solonos is a Greek/American singer, songwriter, and music producer. She was born in the Mediterranean island of Cyprus and moved to Greece to pursue a music career. Within a year she was signed with EMI Greece (MINOS-EMI) and released her debut album. Her debut single reached the top of the charts and she instantly gained recognition. She has always collaborated with her brother, George Solonos for most of her productions, an award winning musician and music producer.
By Shahbaz Abbasi6 years ago in Beat
Michael White, Your Newest Playlist Addition.
Michael White is a 27 Year Old Pop Artist from Portland, OR. He aims to bring positive vibes through his sound and lyrics. His vocals range from all over, but with inspiration from “Ariana Grande” “Demi Lovato” and “Christina Aguilera” his vocals can run on for days. From a young age, music was a huge passion of Michael’s and while working 2-3 jobs in order to provide for himself, he decided to make his dreams a reality. 2019 was a big step into the right direction for him. First song released, recorded in the comfort of his own bedroom “That’s Just Me” — a song that represents his love for the people in his life, and a song that represents who he is as a person. With releases of songs “Moonlight” “Can’t Seem to Say It” “Stop Playin’ ” & “7teen” all throughout the year, he fell in love with making music. Writing songs that have personal experiences and memories. On May 17, 2019, Michael released his debut EP called “Feelings”. A therapeutic journey through music. While dealing with a heartbreak, he took his pain and put that into his music. Album inspirations for new music in 2020 are Grande’s “Thank U, Next” & SZA’s “Ctrl”. He hopes to cross off a lot of goals for 2020. Put your headphones on and turn the volume up. You’ll love Michael White.
By Amanda Gabrielle6 years ago in Beat
