Caroline Cotto

Fiery blues, rock and soul songstress Caroline Cotto’s first full album is a musical tribute to her quest for her own individual truth. Before landing permanently in her now home of New Orleans, she spent years soaking up experiences while living in New York, Paris and London, walking the same inspirational paths of her artistic influences, writing her own music and poetry, and playing in downtown bars and clubs. Her album Bayou Sun, out now, is Cotto’s own stunning autobiography, with each track divulging crucial weaves that have formed her life tapestry of faith, love, and self-understanding.

Cotto’s track “Young Girl in the City” takes us to the start of her journey which began in New York City, a city Cotto refers to as the first love of her life. “I wanted to capture the rhythm of New York in my song,” she explains. “I see myself vividly walking up and down the avenue with desire in my soul to make a name for myself in the world. I feel the grit of the sidewalk and footsteps of my heroes. I see the young girl with a guitar performing in cafes rambling through the night with love and passion.”

Her success in musically seizing the sound of New York in “Young Girl in the City” is delightfully enchanting, as pounding heart drum beats from Country Hall of Fame drummer Eddie Bayers seem to thrust our senses directly into the routine of Manhattan’s bustling streets and sidewalks. Ronnie Eades’ – the co-founder of the Muscle Shoals Horns Section - saxophone then provides the illusion of scurrying taxi cabs, as Nelson Blanchard’s piano suggests varying conversations and crowded movements. Cotto’s guitar and soulful voice soon lure us in further with the lyrics “Paint my pain into a starry night/I know, the stars ain’t a dime/But dreams are better in moonlight,” reassuring us that any painful learning experiences here have only made her dreams grow clearer and stronger. As she continues on singing “Radio blasts, I’m free at last/All my tears slip through the sidewalk cracks,” we are made confident that music is the outlet that makes her pain disappear, before she leaves us with the hopeful lines “But I’ll find my way/I’ll find my way/I’ll find my way.”

Cotto is also quick to mention that both “Young Girl in the City’s co-producer, David Hyde plays bass on the song, and “Mystery Ride,” another track from her album, were inspired by Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run album. “His adventures of rock ‘n’ roll and romance in New Jersey captured my heart” she explains. “I love how Springsteen captures the magic of one night in his music.” Much like “Young Girl in the City”, “Mystery Ride” bursts musically with the excitement of endless possibility and wonder, though this time we are jolted into a shared adventure with someone we love and adore, while Cotto’s lyrics rouse “I see love written on the wind tonight/As we go down and down and down this/Mystery Ride.”
Cotto states that she has a curiosity not only for the capacity of love in the human soul, but also that of suffering. As we head toward the end of the album we hear Caroline Cotto’s solid musical versatility stretched and showcased even further in her track “Awake to Love”, a song that integrates bouncy reggae undertones and saxophone with deeply powerful and provocative lyrics such as “God bless the innocent/They learn from lies/Man throws bombs/In a child’s eyes/Hate grows when one’s asleep/Awake to love on the city streets.” Cotto addresses the heartbreak that innocent people often end up adjusting themselves due to evil, and that those who close their eyes to violence contribute to a growth of hatred. “‘Awake to Love’ is my song for the world,” she explains. “I remember myself in Audubon Park in New Orleans with my pen and paper looking at my reflection in the water and reflecting on the state of the world. ‘Awake to Love’ is my message to the global consciousness that Love is always the answer in any situation, especially in the face of war and destruction.”

Cotto insists that she has learned from her years of travel and through making this album that faith, daydreaming, and love are her greatest powers. “I daydreamed how I wanted my life to be every day until it was. I still have flashes of that young girl with a guitar and suitcase in hand going into the depths of the unknown riding the path into the Bayou Sun.”

https://www.carolinecotto.com/

Natali Lyon

Natali Lyon was born in Germany, Potsdam, she is a singer-songwriter, since her childhood she has always been interested in music, at the age of 10 she started playing the piano, she was listening to different music and now she can work and create songs in different musical styles, blues, rock, funk and others. 

Besides music she is also fond of fitness and foreign languages that's why she entered the faculty of foreign languages, she always continues creating new songs and tries to improve her skills.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094731026650

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyon_natali/?utm_source=qr&igshid=NGExMmI2YTkyZg%3D%3D

Phil Marinucci

Former Niagara Falls artist Phil Marinucci didn’t have far to go while searching for that ’80s sound. Turns out he had a song from the ’80s he has been sitting on for nearly 40 years. His new single “FLY” could be a montage song from any ’80s action movie, but it took a bit of finessing. 

The 54-year-old multimedia/marketing developer gave it some big production and harmony vocals to nail that throwback sound. 

He produced it over two years during the pandemic and added a more “positive message to help those who needed it.” Marinucci, who currently lives in Kawartha Lakes, dabbled in short films 20 years ago but found his footing in multimedia and marketing. He took some time for a Q&A to discuss his nostalgic-sounding rocker.

Keep reading the interview here

HiSQ & Marko Hietala

"Hi people! I was approached by Bablo and Erkki a few months back. They said that they had a song, which they would like me to sing for their HiSQ release. I listened to the song and read the lyrics and ended up singing the song. Here’s how it resonated in me. I’ve struggled with a few addictions in my life. The worst of them has been alcohol, which made me so impulsive, untrustworthy and reckless, that everything dear to me was about to break. And it was happening because of me. I needed to make a change and I did. But I also remember how my troubles made me blur the accusing voices and constant pain in my mind with booze. I was a chronic depressive alone on a highway to hell. And addicts are worthless enough for others to write them off without getting to know anything about their reasons. We all need to communicate how we feel. We all need to hear the others. If we don’t, we’re cowards in our own field of battle. 'I’m only flesh and blood. Can I count on you?'" The Hi Status Qualified series will be releasing more songs in the upcoming months, all very various from style and all including a whole band.

https://www.hisq.fi/

The Black Vultures

 

The Black Vultures return with follow up single 'NEVER SAY.

Having released their exciting and anticipated awaited debut single 'Treat Me Like An Animal' in November 2023, The Black Vultures are BACK with follow up single 'NEVER SAY'.

Previous outing 'Treat Me Like An Animal' performed very well for a debut, not only via streaming platforms & Radio, but it also received favourable reviews from Music industry reviewers. Treat Me Like An Animal additionally WON single of 2023 - Selected by Radio DJ Neil Jones of Smart 101 Radio & 'Bad Monkey Records'.

The Black Vultures- Are described as an Energetic 4 piece Rock Band, hailing from the heart of the Gwent Valleys, South Wales. They recorded both 'Treat Me Like an Animal' & follow up single 'Never Say' with Local Welsh Producer Tom Williams (De'Lour) at Unit 13 Studios, Tredegar. Both singles were mastered by Chris Peet of North House Studio, Ebbw Vale.

The Black Vultures are: Huw Williams - Singer & Rhythm Guitar / Aled Owen Jones - Lead Guitar / Mitch Casey - Bass & Backing Vocals / Brandon Pritchard - Drummer.

Influences/ For Fans of: QOTSA/The White Stripes/The Stokes/ The Black Keys/ Velvet Revolver/ Stone Temple Pilots/ Them Crooked Vultures/ Black Sabbath/The Black Crows/Foo Fighters/Eagles of Death Metal

The band crafted their name, through their collective enjoyment for bands including: 'The Black Keys' 'Black Sabbath' & 'Them Crooked Vultures' - Resulting in the creation of their title: 'THE BLACK VULTURES'.

Single 'NEVER SAY'- Focuses on a relationship, whereby one person within the relationship realises that there is a need to move on. Having come to the conclusion that things aren't working, the party ending the relationship is hopeful that the other person doesn't present themselves back in their life, in the hope that they agree to walk away in a different direction without further issues or problems.

The band plan on releasing their third single during April 2024 (with a further video), which will be recorded during January 2024 with local Welsh Producer Chris Peet. The band will also begin recording their debut album during early-mid 2024, again with Welsh-based producer Chris Peet (North House Studio, Ebbw Vale).

The Black Vultures have played relentlessly throughout 2023 & they look forward to new upcoming shows and festivals during 2024. The band plan to grow their name across Wales & the UK, by playing energetic, catchy songs, engaging crowds through their growing stage presence.

https://linktr.ee/blackvulturesuk

Ronan Furlong

Always Amazed’ is the new single from Irish musician Ronan Furlong. This energetic and upbeat rock song pushes new musical boundaries as the song evolves, encompassing elements of Celtic, and even Classical music along the way. This adventurous and engaging rocker is thoroughly unique and well worth exploring.

Irish singer-songwriter, Ronan Furlong, displays an approach to song writing that is refreshingly unique and instantly recognisable. He is a renowned songwriter with a diverse and impressive catalogue of releases that have received global airplay (including the BBC). Four of his albums have been placed in the Hotpress top twenty folk albums of the year (2017,2019, 2021 and 2022) including his most recent album “The Hive Mind’s Holiday”. He was named as Rock Radio UK’s “Breakout Artist of 2021”. 

Ronan has developed a distinctive style covering broad range of musical styles and genres. His songs are known for his high level musicianship, committed vocals and a distinctive lyrical approach. His love of history and Philosophy is apparent from his thought provoking lyrics. As a former student of famed Mexican guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriella, he has acquired a reputation as a skilled guitarist who uses his abilities to enhance and compliment his songs using subtle lines and clever licks. 

https://ifyouwriteittheywillcome.wordpress.com/ronan-furlong/

DownTown Mystic. New album

Sha-La Music Inc. announces the release of the new single "SuperStar" by US Roots Rocker DownTown Mystic. The single will be digitally released to radio via iPluggers and distributed worldwide via The Orchard/Sony Music.

"SuperStar" is the 2nd single to be released from the upcoming "AmeriKarma" album and follows the successful "Fly" single, which has airplay on over 150 stations in 25 countries. Like "Fly", "SuperStar" features long-time compatriots Steve Holley (Paul McCartney, Elton John) on drums and urban legend Paul Page (Ian Hunter, Dion) on bass and was recorded at famed Shorefire Studios where DownTown Mystic recorded On E Street with Max Weinberg and Garry Tallent from the E Street Band.

"SuperStar" has a vintage 1975 sound that recalls a time when Elton John, David Bowie and Marc Bolan were the rage of the UK Glam era. Bang a gong and give "SuperStar" a spin!

http://downtownmystic.net/

The Western Country Band

„It is an awesome journey through my life with my music, my friends, my kids, my wife...“ (“The Journey” by TWCB) 

It all started with a van. No, not a fan. Andy M. Veit didn't have a fan back in those days. Except his mother. - God bless all the cheering mothers out there! - He just had a van. It was old, a little bit rusty and slow. „I'm on the road, have nowhere to go, no hurry, I take it slow...“ (“I'm On The Road” by TWCB) 

Andy took all his money from his bank account to buy a guitar, a little PA and this old van. He quit his studies at university. Andy wanted to be a musician. Surely his parents felt really enthusiastic about this well thought out idea of their youngest son. 

“At nights I play my guitar in a bar...” (“Family Man” by TWCB) 

The following years were filled with little money but with lots of fun. To make your living as a musician is hard work but filled with passion, friendship to impressive people and sound, sound, sound. 

In 2017 Andy M. Veit took the chance to found TWCB with his great guitar playing friend Marco Birkner. The very talented bass player Mike Oberhauser and the fabulous drummer Erny Moucka joined them. 

“So many people are there, yes they seem to care! With a big wide grin I start to sing...” (“A Good Night's Song” by TWCB) 

The first concert was arranged quickly. The band worked hard and had a lot of fun to create their own sound. But the joy in the matter was even greater: The first concert already packed! Incredible. 

“Successful on my way, no time for a stay. Too far and further on, too fast on and on...” (“Home” by TWCB) 

And how did it continue? Logically with the second concert. And? The hall was full again. Madness. More and more guests came to the following concerts. The setlist was constantly expanded. Guest musicians invited. 

Fireworks of fun shared with the audience. Own songs have been written. The first album "The Journey" was recorded in 2018. The single „Christmas In The Country“ was released in 2019 and in 2020 Corona couldn't stop them. „Little Love Song“ was produced. In 2021 it was released worldwide and reached a great amount of airplay (nearly) all over the world!

https://www.thewesterncountryband.com/

wht.rbbt.obj (White Rabbit Object)

Bluesy, Smoky, Sexy, and Raw. wht.rbbt.obj ("White Rabbit Object") is a "femme fatale" fronted, guitar driven alternative rock outfit from Chicago, Illinois. What started as a secret side project for a married couple, Frank & River Rabbitte, wht.rbbt.obj has grown into a four piece musical tour de force. James Van Osdol of "Car Con Carne" described them as "Amy Winehouse meets The Black Keys and challenges them to a game of strip poker." NPR's Greg Kot of "Sound Opinions" in describing their first single "Jolene's Reply," said, "This song swings like a wrecking ball . . . 

Heavily distorted roadhouse raunch . . . The dirtiest groove I've heard in a long time." And UpToHear Music recently wrote about their latest single, "wht.rbbt.obj will blow everything you own out of Earth's orbit . . . We have never been more excited to share something with the world. Does it sound like PJ Harvey on steroids? Is this some long lost relative of Amy Winehouse or some already-famous band who is just f'ing with us . . . ? We don’t know!” 

In June of 2022, wht.rbt.obj was selected to perform at The Richmond International Film & Music Festival where they were awarded the "Critics Choice Award for Music and Performance." In November of 2022, their newest single, "Once More Down The Rabbit Hole" won a songwriting award from USA Songwriting Competition. wht.rbbt.obj invites you to follow them down the rabbit hole, to peek behind the curtain, and peer through the looking glass. And if you happen to know any of the players, they would ask you to keep this our little secret.

http://www.whtrbbtobj.com/

Mel Garsek

Mel, born and raised in Fort Worth, is a fifth generation Texan. From a young age, Mel showed a great interest in music, banging away on his toy piano and pretty much anything else he could use to make noise. 

When COVID hit, he had a simple request, he wanted a gaming system. Instead, his folks bought him a guitar. It was from there, with many hours on YouTube videos, he really dove into honing his craft. Self-taught, he spent countless hours practicing, singing, and learning the finer nuances of his favorite pastime. Focusing primarily on Country and Singer/Songwriter genres. At the age of twelve, Mel began playing gigs around town, growing to playing more than 150 gigs around Texas and Nashville during the calendar year 2023. Today, you can catch him playing gigs around Texas, from local bars and honky tonks to festivals and farmers markets.

www.melgarsek.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/mgarsek

Booking address: booking@melgarsek.com

BLACK PEARL

BLACK PEARL is a brand new contemporary rock-blues project featuring London based, Detroit vocalist/guitarist Marcus Malone, former Wishbone Ash guitarist and arranger Muddy Manninen and songwriter Pete Feenstra.

Originally conceived as a possible song writing project between Muddy and Pete, the former Motown signing Marcus Malone quickly came on board to add his unique vocal phrasing to a project that spans rock, blues, Americana and Latino.

“As Muddy explains: "I had just completed my River Flows” album and then we had to lock down. I was talking to Pete about some song ideas, but I wanted someone else to sing them.”  

Enter Marcus Malone. That connection quickly blossomed into an EP idea and subsequently a catalogue of songs.

As Pete adds: “The idea was to tap into honest emotions and thematic narratives,  with an open ended musical approach. It took us to places we hadn’t imagined.”

Helsinki born, UK based Muddy Manninen was the songwriter and guitarist for Wishbone Ash for 4 albums over 13 years.  He wrote much of their ‘Blue Horizon’ album, widely regarded as their best for years.

He also enjoyed a prolific career in Europe with bands such as Gringos Locos with who he cut the ‘Punch Drunk’ album, produced by the legendary Tom Dowd.

He became a solo artist in 2017 and has cut 2 albums while continuing to work with saxophonist Patsy Gamble

Detroit born Marcus Malone learnt his craft opening for the likes of Bob Seger and Iggy Pop, before being coveted by Motown records.

He was relocated to LA by Ike Turner’s management and the result was the all star ‘Marcus’ album, still available on Rock Candy records.

Since moving to Europe, he opened for BB King at the Albert Hall, has cut 7 solo albums and has enjoyed both IBBA and Dutch Hit Tracks success with the Malone Sibun album ‘Come Together’.

Pete Feenstra is an award winning blues promoter, blues-rock DJ and songwriter. He has written songs for Blue Commotion, Croatia’s Ivana Gallic, Voodoo Ramble, Boris Zamba (European Blues Challenge winner) The Sharpeez, Marcus Flynn (Beyonce/Mike & The Mechanics) and Zed Mitchell, with who he topped the German Roots rock charts.

https://blackpearlmusic22.com/

Kheops One

Who likes good rock-pop? Well sung songs with beautiful guitar riffs and solos?

Kheops One releases their album "End of the Game".

Kheops One is a rock band with their own beautiful music. The members come from Croatia and Germany. The full bio you will find at the bottom of this page.

For all lovers of good rock-pop!! Well sung songs with beautiful guitar riffs and solos!! 

For more information or orders of a CD: atonocat@gmail.com

This is the link to the bands own website: https://kheops1.com/

Lady Bohemia

Emerging pop rock artist from the heart of Europe, Lady Bohemia is using her strong melancholic voice to sing about harsh reality of life. Her debut single In This Life was released on Friday 13th May 2022.

Following singles: 

I Haven't Loved You Yet - song written as an apology and a celebration of true love 
New Beginning - song about unsuccessful pregnancy and pain from baby loss 
Our Souls - a reminder to listen to our inner voice and protect those we love Hypocrisy - rock/metal single referring to corrupted work environment we live in S&M - hot song for your secret fantasies ;-) 
Trans - written for everyone struggling with the body they've been born in and everyone who is experiencing constant battle between their body and soul.

https://linktr.ee/ladybohemia

Rafael Martinez "Elkissvis"

Rafael Martinez "Elkissvis" was born in Aranjuez, Spain, in 1967. 

Since he was a child he felt attracted by the music of Elvis Presley, American pop-rock from the 1950s-1980s as well as the classic of the Spanish folk that he heard with his family. His star group is Kiss, which formed his "name" Elkissvis.

More info, videos...

https://youtu.be/wTceIyeOHNk?si=4RMKYfQgo-OkzqUn 
https://open.spotify.com/intl-es/artist/65RSDs0NfEEpXfMagidWS6
Facebook: Elkissvis Martinez

https://twitter.com/elkissvis

In Search Of

In Search Of is a dynamic band led by extraordinary father-daughter duo Michael Raitzin and Michelle Ray. Their style of music is a fusion of rock, power pop and hard rock.

"Alice and the Wonderland" is a beautiful, powerful and sensory experience for audiences to experience.

The record features Michelle Ray, a gifted vocalist, and songwriter who continues to amaze listeners.
Having showcased her talents on NBC's The Voice, Team Blake, Michelle has amassed over 3.5 million streams on Spotify. Her enchanting melodies have graced national commercials for prestigious brands like Maybelline, Bloomingdales and Mastercard, with her voice finding its way into major feature films such as Garry Marshall's "Mother's Day" and Amazon Prime's "The Expanse". Mark Boals, a celebrated vocalist renowned for his work with Yngwie Malmsteen and Ring Of Fire, adds his powerful touch with additional lead and backing vocals.

https://www.insearchof-music.com/

Ronnie I

Chock full of groove and positively brimming with character, Ronnie I's riff-soaked, soul-injected "Can't Turn It Off" is the type of blues rock listening experience that's best experienced with an obscenely large whiskey in hand and the speakers turned all the way up to eleven. A bombastic collection of tasty guitar work, chest-pounding rhythms, and soaring vocal work, "Can't Turn It Off" is exactly what the blues-drenched hard rock genre is all about, attitude, and whether it'd be the infectious hooks or the generous helping of boisterous vibrancy coursing its way throughout the tracks veins, it's safe to say many a rock lover will appreciate what Ronnie has cooked up for them.

With a track like this, energy is everything, it's what sets the rock genre apart and provides a level of glee and excitement that simply cannot be matched. Ronnie I most definitely delivers!

https://music.apple.com/us/album/ronderosa-rancho-motel/4416184

New releases on JAM 66 Radio

 

 

From Today and This weekend, ADAM HOLLY, MAD GLORY, SYMFOMANIA, NATHAN READ, FREDY BRIZUELA, JOHN OF FOURTH, DAMYANA, WALKING FLAMES, ALL THE COLOR OF THE WORLD. More new blues / bluesrock, rock bands on the radio.

Listen to ONLY THE NEWEST rock blues and bluesrock music on JAM 66 Radio today  friday and february week and tunein to great music.

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Rare Union

Rare Union has released their first release "Brother of Mine" again in honor of lead vocalist Max Soler who recently passed. "Brother of Mine" is a deeply personal album, featuring a daring mix of percussion-driven Blues Rock with reviling, soul baring, heartfelt vocals. The guitar work is fantastic, and fresh all original. The drums, percussion and Max Soler’s vocals make this release a must.

Rare Union, a band that came out of the pandemic with musicians from 5 different states found their first release “Bother of Mine" in the top 100 Blues Rock CDs on RMR charts for 2022. All original, Rare Union's "Brother of Mine" is incredible.

https://rareunionband.com/

JAM 66 Radio - Updates

From Today listen to MARTA MANERA, MERRY SPLEEN, BEHEDOS and KONSTANTIN KIRICH. More new blues / bluesrock bands on the radio every day.

Listen to ONLY THE NEWEST rock, blues and bluesrock music on JAM 66 Radio today and tunein to great music.

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Click the links on the right column, get the app, listen with your favorite player or listen on this blog.

UFA

In the Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus)" the 1969 USA and UK #1 hit single by the American pop-rock duo of Zager and Evans, featuring Jake Lee Rau on lead vocals, has already caused a stir, not because it is innovative or original, but because it is -- in the middle of pop music's current creative void -- so immediate and imperative. It’s also built around the pillars of David Bowie’s China Girl and Afrika Bambaataa’s Planet Rock… but with more guitars.

https://www.poesieplastique.com/