Thursday, January 26, 2023

Graham Whorley




For 2 1/2 years, Graham Whorley has been diligently working on "World Wrapped in Chain", a social restoration project which kicks off with the musical album.


Graham was actively touring in the U.S. and preparing for a tour in the UK when the pandemic hit, causing his US and UK tour dates to be canceled. So, Graham retreated into the studio to create.
When he emerged from the studio, the result was 15 riveting 'anthems' bursting with conscious-minded, thought-provoking lyrics, accompanied by amazing beats. Graham wrote, performed, recorded, mixed, and played all instruments on the album.

"World Wrapped in Chain" offers an up-close view into cultural issues through its conscious-minded theme. Mixing Jazz, Rock, Funk, Hip Hop, Blues, Americana, Reggae, and about every other genre you can think of. It's sure to be a classic for your collection.

Grahamwhorley.com

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Aaron Powell




After a successful run in the music industry with heavy spins on radio in the USA, and a Juno award with his band The City Harmonic, Aaron Powell is now releasing the latest single from his solo project. This song has a pop rock feel good nostalgic vibe that will have listeners singing along and turning up the volume in no time.


Aaronpowell.org

Monday, January 23, 2023

Kris Russell




Kris Russell is a 3 times Global Music award winner and has charted on the USA Smooth Jazz charts. She released 3 singles before releasing "I Remember You".


Her previous single "Batucada Surgiu" (by composer Marcos Valle) charted on the UK Indie Alliance chart in June 2019. Her second single "Down in Brazil "( by Michael Franks) was on Billboards #6 most added chart in 2017. "I Concentrate on You" by Cole Porter, was on the TM Century Gold Disc.

KrisRusselljazz.com

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Foxey




Inspired by Bobbie Gentry, Dusty Springfield, Etta James, Lizzo and Amy Winehouse, Foxey writes and co-writes her own songs. She sings about women’s rights, and “Hard Time for a Woman” is a song about how hard it is for women to determine their limits to sexual misguidance and social distance in a professional relationship.


Foxey.be

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

John Otto Young




"Torn Away" is a tribute to Ukrainian soldiers and their loved ones that they had to leave to bravely fight for their homeland. While it speaks of the horrors of war, it is ultimately a ballad of hope and desire to return to those they love.


John Otto Young is a native Connecticut keyboardist and songwriter who has been playing, writing, and recording in a number of projects over the last 6 decades.  He started his musical journey in second grade when he started taking accordion lessons from Naugatuck Valley legend, Sal Ferla.  Years later he would transition to such unique instruments as the Ace Tone organ, the Hohner Pianet, and a Hammond CV organ, playing with local bands the Cliff Dwellers, Blues and Novelty, the Poem, and Bigfoot.  In the mid-70s, John married the love of his life, Camille, raised two boys, coached little league, ran a marathon, got his Masters degree, worked as a computer programmer and IT director, and in general lived the all-American dream, with music retreating to hobby status. But it always remained his most fervent passion.


Johnottoyoung.com

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Valerie Kay




Valerie Jay's six-song EP "Silent Night" is a tour de force, keeping a traditional yet fresh pace, beginning with an up-tempo version of the title track "Silent Night".

Followed up by the more contemporary track "Silver Bells", this festive waltz invokes an inspired gospel feel and by the time Jay leans into "The Christmas Song" with its lush string arrangement you know you're onto something very special. The EP wraps up with "Winter Wonderland".

'From the opening notes, Jay brings the magic of Christmas, her voice reaches out and touches your soul. This album glows with the 'feel good' factor, when you listen to it you'll look out your window and wish it was snowing.' - Tom Tyson, Music Producer, UK.

Jay's unique phrasing and vocal presence leave no doubt that the making of this EP was a joyous experience.

https://www.valeriejayandtheamericanos.com/

Monday, January 16, 2023

Kenneth Cole




Kenneth Cole continues to put out excellent music. Millions of listeners the world over are enjoying his unique country flair. "Something in the Moon" was written while Kenneth was in Nashville recording a music video. He awoke during the middle of the night with the lyrics of this song flashing through his mind. Once in the studio, the music brought back the exact essence of what he felt the night this song was written. The exhilaration of escaping the darkness and running into the light with someone who unexpectedly turns up in your life. Something seems so right. There must have been "Something in the Moon". Another great song by Kenneth Cole.

 kennethcolemusic.net