Merenco

 

 

Merenco teams up with German remixer Formwandla for a genre-blending hit: "Here and Now (Formwandla Remix)"

In an exciting fusion of country charm and dance-pop energy, country musician Merenco and renowned German remixer Formwandla are proud to announce the release of "Here and Now (Formwandla Remix)", hitting all streaming platforms on last April 12, 2024. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to captivate audiences with a unique blend of genres, maintaining the soulful essence of the original country track while infusing it with an electrifying dance-pop rhythm.

 

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kOvztcK6RI

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Lauren Minear

Lauren Minear is a critically-acclaimed indie folk-pop singer-songwriter, licensed psychotherapist, and mother based in New York. Her heartfelt lyrics, soulful voice, and undeniable wit have captivated audiences at New York City music institutions such as The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, and Brooklyn Music Kitchen. Lauren’s debut album, Invisible Woman, explores themes of identity, love, and loss, magnified by her experience of being postpartum during the pandemic. The album embodies the basic desire for connection and purpose during a uniquely isolating time. After hearing the title track, Andrea Stople, multi-platinum songwriter, wrote, “[Lauren has] a gorgeous ability to write about difficult things... and really connect...”. 

Raised in Nashville, Lauren honed her craft under the mentorship of George Marinelli (long-time guitar player for Bonnie Raitt), folk legend Steve Earle, acclaimed country music songwriter Alice Randall, singer-songwriter Joe Croker, and folk artist, Tom Prasada-Rao. Deeply passionate about mental health, Lauren skillfully weaves her storytelling musical roots with contemporary sonic influences to give language to human experience in a way that is both healing and affirming to her listener. Lauren's much-anticipated second album, a colorful exploration of visibility and self-discovery, is expected late spring 2024. Lauren performs in and around NYC with her band. 

Her music can be found on all streaming platforms and at www.laurenminearmusic.com.

The Offliners

The balance between big global goals and very local, based on personal preference, is the theme of this song, and reflects a very human mindset that isn't always super-rational. The inspiration for the song comes from a chance meeting between strangers, each with their own focus areas in everyday life – coupled with a sincere interest and curiosity to familiarize themselves with and understand the other party.

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Jeffery Leander

Jeffery Leander has always been a vocalist. His early life was influenced by an eclectic selection of artists, such as Michael Jackson, Alanis Morissette, Boyz II Men, Whitney Houston and No Doubt. This led to an appreciation for varying style and a focus on vocals that evoke power and emotion. As he grew, vocally and embraced the high pitched vocals that he naturally fell into, certain artists impacted his vocal quality further. Artists such as Lewis Capaldi, Sara Bareilles, Mika, Ed Sheeran, Pink and Bruno Mars encouraged his embrace of the tenor notes and reinforced his powerful voice. Jeffery spent much of his youth participating in county and state supported vocal groups and tested his skills annually at a multi region vocal contest. He even performed at Carnegie Hall with his choir. While he has always had his voice, Jeffery endeavored for many years, to find the factor inside that pushed him to take that next step. 

In 2023, Jeffery began his career as a full time vocalist and produced his first fully polished track, “You Rescued Me.” The song has garnered sincere and appreciated praise from many, reassuring him that this is the correct path. He has created multiple songs after “You Rescued Me,” and he anticipates 2024 to be exciting as he works toward adding a full roster of songs to his repertoire. Jeffery is an eye on the target kind of person. When he sets his goals, he really pours his entirety into completing them. He is absolutely an artist to keep your eye on.

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jeffery-leander/1702073533

https://www.youtube.com/@JefferyLeander

Rare Breed

Rare Breed released the third single from their upcoming debut album on 29.3.24!

Rare Breed is a brand new rock band from Finland. The band consists of musicians marinated in many soups, who strive to create unique, uncompromising content in the cultural field. Rare Breed released their debut album in the spring of 2024, and singles will be released throughout the winter. Lighter Dark, Lighter Heart is the third of these. 

The band talks about their single:

It’s always darkest before the dawn. “Lighter Dark, Lighter Heart” is the third single from the upcoming Rare Breed debut album. The song’s lyrics reflect on the fleeting nature of youth and the inevitable passage of time. It's easy to get lost in nostalgia and forget to live in the moment. Even if life feels meaningless, even then, there’s always hope and the possibility of better days. Just don’t lose your own way in the process.

Listen to the song and watch the lyric video:

Youtube: https://youtu.be/HjKIQ4NPLx4

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/408DjUzJnqDBaKLjPP3uoR?si=78fd0cf56e6b4890

Darryl Scotti

Driven by his passion for songwriting and recording, Darryl formed his band ‘Big Yard’ in 2002 to tour in the Northern California CCM market while winning the NACAS Song of the Year title for ‘Take out the Trash’. He was then signed to Fair Oaks Records in 2005 and released his first solo CD ‘The Will & The Way’ produced by Bob KIlptarick featuring guest appearances with legendary Christian Artists Randy Stonehill and virtuoso guitarist Phil Keaggy. Today, Darryl lives with his wife, Yvonne in Cave Creek, AZ enjoying an Arizona lifestyle while actively writing and producing new music. 

With his sights set on developing new upcoming artists while supporting and collaborating with other songwriters and producers for BigYard Nation, the future is bright. “God’s not done with me yet”, so he says. The new 6 song EP release '54th St. on BigYard Records produced by Alex Chacon and mixed by Aaron Howard features co-writes with Bill Dutcher and Arizona blues legend, Chuck Hall. You can join and follow Darryl & BigYard on FB, IG, YouTube and TikTok @BigYardNation.

https://musicbybigyard.com/

Mick Clarke

 

British blues guitarist Mick Clarke began his career with KILLING FLOOR, part of the British blues boom of the late 1960s and contemporaries of Free, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. The band backed Texas blues guitar star Freddie King and toured with legends Howlin' Wolf and Otis Spann. The album "Killing Floor" was later listed as one of Classic Rock Magazine's twenty top British blues albums of the time. In the 70s Mick's band SALT built a strong following in the UK, playing at the Reading Festival 1977 and opening for Muddy Waters in London.

THE MICK CLARKE BAND was formed in the early 80s and has toured in the UK, Europe, USA and India, where Mick was the winner of the "best international act" from artistaloud.com. Mick has appeared on numerous festivals with artists including Joe Bonamassa, Johnny Winter and Rory Gallagher, and the Southern California Blues Society called him "One of the finest blues players to come out of England".

In recent years Mick has released regular new recordings from his own studio, Rockfold, in Surrey.  Many tracks have had critical acclaim and The album 'Telegram' was No. 1 on the Roots Music Report UK album chart for 6 weeks.

Website: www.mickclarke.com

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mick_Clarke_(musician)