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John Mayer Launches Exclusive SiriusXM Channel

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Nov 24, 2023

John Mayer Launches Exclusive SiriusXM Channel

SiriusXM announced today that seven-time GRAMMY Award winning singer, songwriter, John Mayer, will launch an exclusive year-round SiriusXM channel, Life With John Mayer, in November. Mayer is creating a channel defined not by genre, but by the time of day, as well as the day of the week. Life with John Mayer will be a musical experience hand-selected by the guitarist and songwriter and an ever-evolving world of music built from Mayer’s classics, collaborations and never-before-heard material blended in with the music he loves.

Life With John Mayer, will be curated and presented by Mayer. SiriusXM’s newest 24/7 channel will be available to subscribers across North America in their cars on channel 14 or anywhere they go with the SiriusXM app. The exclusive year-round channel joins SiriusXM’s artist channel lineup which includes The Beatles Channel, The Grateful Dead Channel, Pearl Jam Radio, Drake’s Sound 42, and more.

“I’ve had a dream over the last several years to create a dynamic, real-time music channel that focuses less on genre and more on our changing emotional states throughout the days and weeks,” said John Mayer. “It’s a highly ambitious project, and SiriusXM is the perfect partner to build this experience with. I look forward to creating and fostering a sense of community through this channel, and shining a light on what music does best – providing the soundtrack to our lives.”

“Life with John Mayer will be a showcase for John’s exceptionally deep love of music. He is very engaged in every aspect of this channel and has an exciting vision for what our listeners will experience when they listen. To have a musician as brilliant as John creating and curating a daily soundtrack for all of us is very special, and we’re honoured and proud that John has chosen SiriusXM as the place where his fans can share this musical experience with him,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer.

There’s nobody quite like John Mayer. He has emerged as a GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, celebrated songwriter, and iconic guitar player all at once. The Bridgeport, CT native introduced himself on the quintuple-platinum Room For Squares in 2001 and has earned three #1 debuts on the Billboard Top 200 with the triple-platinum Heavier Things [2003], double-platinum Battle Studies [2009], and gold Born and Raised [2012]. In addition to selling over 20 million albums worldwide and gathering billions of streams to date, he has garnered seven GRAMMY® Awards, including “Song of the Year” for “Daughters,” and has earned a record seven U.S. No. 1s on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums chart and 25 entries on the Hot Rock Songs chart, the most for any solo artist. In 2015, Dead & Company was founded, with Mayer on lead guitar as well as vocals. Since its formation, the band has completed 10 tours, performing to more than four million fans across 235 shows, and has become a record-breaking stadium act. In addition, $13+ million has been raised to support non-profits and environmental and social causes. In 2021, Sob Rock, Mayer’s eighth studio album was released to critical acclaim featuring the hits, “Last Train Home” and “Wild Blue.” Check Johnmayer.com for more information.

Noah Kahan Covers Olivia Rodrigo’s “lacy” In The BBC Live Lounge

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Nov 24, 2023

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Noah Kahan Covers Olivia Rodrigo’s “lacy” In The BBC Live Lounge

Noah Kahan is joined by Tiny Habits to perform a cover version of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘lacy’ in the Live Lounge for BBC Radio 1.

Songwriters Hall Of Fame 2024 Nominees For Induction Announced

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Nov 24, 2023

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Songwriters Hall Of Fame 2024 Nominees For Induction Announced

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its slate of nominees to be voted upon for induction at its 2024 Induction & Awards Gala in New York City.

The Songwriters Hall of Fame is dedicated to recognizing the work and lives of those composers and lyricists who create music around the world. A songwriter with a notable catalog of songs qualifies for induction 20 years after the first significant commercial release of a song. Eligible voting members will have until midnight EST on December 27, 2023 to turn in ballots, with their choices of three nominees from a songwriter and three from a performing songwriter categories.

The nominees, with five songs selected by the Hall of Fame as a representative sample of their catalogs, are:

PERFORMING SONGWRITERS

Bryan Adams – *(Everything I Do) I Do It For You * Heaven * All For Love * Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman? * Summer of ’69 *

Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings – * These Eyes * American Woman * Laughing * No Time * No Sugar Tonight *

Debbie Harry, Chris Stein & Clem Burke p/k/a Blondie – * Call Me * Heart of Glass * Rapture * One Way or Another * Sunday Girl *

Tracy Chapman – * Fast Car * Talkin’ ‘Bout a Revolution * Give Me One Reason * Baby Can I Hold You * Sing For You *

George Clinton – * Atomic Dog * Flashlight * (Not Just) Knee Deep,* P-Funk * Give Up The Funk *

Tom Johnston, Patrick Simmons & Michael McDonald p/k/a Doobie Brothers – * Listen To The Music * Long Train Runnin’ * What A Fool Believes * China Grove * Black Water *

David Gates – * Everything I Own * Make It With You * Baby I’m-a Want You * The Guitar Man *If *

Ann Wilson & Nancy Wilson p/k/a Heart – * Barracuda * Crazy On You * Dog And Butterfly * Straight On * Even It Up *

Kenny Loggins – * Danny’s Song * Footloose * Celebrate Me Home * Return To Pooh Corner * What A Fool Believes *

Carlton Douglas Ridenhour p/k/a Chuck D, William Jonathan Drayton p/k/a Flavor Flav, p/k/a Public Enemy – * Fight The Power * Bring The Noise * Don’t Believe The Hype * Can’t Truss It * Black Steel In The Hour Of Chaos *

Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills & Michael Stipe, p/k/a R.E.M. – * Losing My Religion * Everybody Hurts * It’s The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine) * Radio Free Europe * The One I Love *

Donald Fagen & Walter Becker (d) p/k/a Steely Dan – * Reelin’ in the Years * My Old School * Rikki Don’t Lose That Number * Black Friday * Kid Charlemagne *

NON-PERFORMING SONGWRITERS

L. Russell Brown – * Sock It To Me – Baby! * Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree * C’Mon Marianne * Knock Three Times * Use It Up and Wear It Out *

Dean Dillon – * Tennessee Whiskey *Ocean Front Property * Here For A Good Time * The Chair * I’m Alive *

Dennis Lambert & Brian Potter – *Ain’t No Woman (Like The One I’ve Got) * Don’t Pull Your Love * Nightshift * One Tin Soldier (Theme from Billy Jack) * We Built This City *

Hillary Lindsey – * Jesus Take The Wheel * Blue Ain’t Your Color * Girl Crush * Always Remember Us This Way * Million Reasons *

Tony Macaulay – * Baby Now That I’ve Found You * Build Me Up Buttercup * Don’t Give Up On Us * Last Night I Didn’t Get To Sleep At All * Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) *

Timothy Mosley p/k/a Timbaland – * Sexy Back * Get Yer Freak On * Pony * Big Pimpin’ * The Way I Are *

Roger Nichols – * We’ve Only Just Begun * Rainy Days and Mondays * I Won’t Last A Day Without You * Out In The Country * Times Of Your Life *

Dean Pitchford – * Footloose * Fame * Holding Out For A Hero * All The Man That I Need * Let’s Hear It For The Boy *

Maurice Starr – * Candy Girl * I’ll Be Loving You (Forever) * Is This the End * Step By Step * Popcorn Love *

Narada Michael Walden – * How Will I Know * Freeway of Love * Who’s Zoomin’ Who * I Don’t Wanna Cry * I Shoulda Loved Ya *

Buffy Sainte-Marie Statement on CBC’s The Fifth Estate

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Nov 23, 2023

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Buffy Sainte-Marie statement:

I want to begin by thanking the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for the honour. As one of the most prestigious awards in the global entertainment industry, it is a true recognition of the outstanding team who worked on my story – the true story of my life.

I’ve always believed it takes rain and sunshine to bring a rainbow. This great honour does indeed come after the rain – as I continue to absorb and process the recent attack on my character, life and legacy. It’s a deep wound to my inner child, but as an 82-year-old now, I’m strong – and these allegations do not shake me.

Now it is time for me to shine a light on the truth, my truth.

I have never lied about my identity. The more I’ve known, the more I’ve pieced together a sense of self from what information has been available to me.

What I know about my Indigenous ancestry I learned from my growing up mother, who was of Mi’kmaq heritage, and my own research later in life. My mother told me that I was adopted and that I was Native, but there was no documentation as was common for Indigenous children at the time.

When I grew up, I was adopted into a Cree family by Emile Piapot (son of Chief Piapot, Treaty 4 Adhesion signatory), and Clara Starblanket Piapot (daughter of Chief Starblanket, Treaty 4 signatory), in accordance with Cree law and customs. They were kind, loving, and proud to claim me as their own. I love my Piapot family and am so lucky to have them in my life.

I have always struggled to answer questions about who I am. For decades, I tried to find my birth parents and information about my background. Through that research what became clear, and what I’ve always been honest about: I don’t know where I’m from or who my birth parents are, and I will never know. Which is why, to be questioned in this way is painful, both for me, and for my two families I love so dearly.

My Indigenous identity is rooted in a deep connection to a community which has had a profound role in shaping my life and my work. For my entire life, I have championed Indigenous, and Native American causes when nobody else would, or had the platform to do so. I am proud to have been able to travel the world, sharing Indigenous stories. I have always tried to bridge gaps between communities and educate people to live in love and kindness.

This is my truth. And while there are many things I do not know; I have been proud to share my story – as I know it – throughout my life.

The attack on my character is full of mistakes and omissions. While I will not stoop to respond to every false allegation, I feel it is important to clarify two things.

First, the central proof used to question my identity is a story fabricated by my abuser and repeated by two members of my estranged family I don’t even know. This has been incredibly re-traumatizing for me and unfair to all involved. It hurts me deeply to discover that my estranged family grew up scared of me and thinking these lies because of a letter I sent intended to protect me from further abuse from my brother. I want to be clear, I do not blame them. They, of course, want to believe their father. I have evidence I was sexually abused by my brother, but I can’t tolerate discomforting his children even more. I wish them only the best and hope they move forward from this and find peace, as I am trying to do.

The second is my “birth certificate”. As many Indigenous people know, and the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation of Canada has stated, it was common for birth certificates of Indian children to be “created” by western governments after they were adopted or taken away from their families. So it was quite shocking to me to hear a city clerk say she had 100% confidence in its authenticity. I have never known if my birth certificate was real. I have used it because it was the only document I’ve had my whole life. I’ve heard from countless people with similar stories – who do not know where they are from and feel victimized by these allegations and one-sided reporting as I do.

Most importantly, this is my life – I am not a piece of paper. I am a product of both my families and all my experiences in this world.

If you are a pure-blood documented something, I’m glad for you. It’s awesome and beautiful to hear you speak your lineage, history and genealogy. But even if your documentation says you’re racially pure, you might miss the point. Being an “Indian” has little to do with sperm tracking and colonial record keeping: It has to do with community, culture, knowledge, teachings, who claims you, who you love, who loves you, and who’s your family.

With respect and love.

Buffy Sainte-Marie

Pussy Riot Creator Nadya Tolokonnikova Arrested In Absentia For Her Art

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Nov 21, 2023

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Pussy Riot Creator Nadya Tolokonnikova Arrested In Absentia For Her Art

Today, Moscow Times reports that Nadya Tolokonnikova has been arrested in absentia for her dissident artwork against Putin.

This follows the March 29, 2023, Meduza and AP reports that Nadya Tolokonnikova was added to Russia’s federal wanted list. The law deals specifically with “hurting the religious feelings” of people in Russia. In 2012, Tolokonnikova was charged with “hooliganism”, however the courts wished to broaden their ability to prosecute cases like this, so they created the “religious feelings” law, or the “Pussy Riot Law” as it came to be known.

In response to the arrest, Tolokonnikova states, “Today the clown russian courts arrested me even though I was not there – for my art once again.

Luckily freedom of expression is still allowed and even celebrated in some parts of the world – so this criminal artwork is going to a few museums. I want to show Russia they cannot silence or intimidate me, every time they try to do so, I will only reply with more volume and rage.

First for a special installation of Putin’s Ashes at Dallas Contemporary on Dec 8, the work will be shown on a 100 foot projection wall. The video was shot alongside members of Pussy Riot who came together from Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, the US who collectively put their malice and grief into the ritual demise of Putin.

And I am proud to announce my first solo museum show in Europe coming in June of 2024 – exploring Siberia, art collectives Voina and Pussy Riot, Putin’s Ashes, and the purgatory of my life as a criminal artist and activist. Details to be announced in the coming week.”

Putin’s Ashes was originally shown at Jeffrey Deitch Gallery in Los Angeles in February 2023, and Container Gallery in June 2023.

Conceptual performance artist and activist Nadya Tolokonnikova is the creator of Pussy Riot, a global feminist protest art movement. Today, hundreds of people identify as a part of the Pussy Riot community. She was sentenced in 2012 to 2 years’ imprisonment following an anti-Putin performance. Went through a hunger strike protesting savage prison conditions and ended up being sent far away to a Siberian penal colony, where she managed to maintain her artistic activity and with her prison punk band she made a tour around Siberian labor camps. Published a book “Read and riot: Pussy Riot’s guide to activism”.

Co-founder of independent news service and media outlet, Mediazona, she has spoken before the US Congress, British Parliament, European Parliament, appeared as herself on season 3 of House of Cards.

Pussy Riot’s “Punk-prayer” was named by The Guardian among the best art pieces of the 21st century (“feminist, explicitly anti-Putin, protesting the banning of gay pride and the Orthodox church’s support of the president”), collaborated with Bansky on his “Dismaland” exhibition, endorsed by Marina Abramovic and Ai Weiwei, gallery shows at London’s Saatchi gallery & Jeffrey Deitch’s LA gallery.

Pussy Riot stands for gender fluidity, inclusivity, matriarchy, love, laughter, decentralization, anarchy, and anti-authoritarianism.

Ed Sheeran Unveils The First Of 14 Fan-Created, Official Music Videos For Every Track From His Latest Album

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Nov 21, 2023

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Ed Sheeran Unveils The First Of 14 Fan-Created, Official Music Videos For Every Track From His Latest Album

Global superstar Ed Sheeran proudly presents 14 fan-created, official music videos to accompany the 14 tracks on his acclaimed new album “Autumn Variations.” The series launched today with the premiere of the first two videos: “That’s On Me” by Beatriz Santamaria Pinha of Brazil and “American Town” by Michael Lamhang of the US, both of which are streaming on Ed’s official YouTube channel now. Watch HERE.

Earlier this fall, Ed engaged fans from every corner of the globe to create music videos of their own for each song on “Autumn Variations.” After receiving over 4,000 entries courtesy of creators in over 75 countries. Ed personally handpicked a cohort of 14 winners, representing 14 different countries across five continents, namely Ireland, United Kingdom, Australia, Italy, The Netherlands, United States, Brazil, Germany, Japan, France, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, and India. This endeavor continues the execution of Ed’s initial vision for “Autumn Variations” as an album for the fans and by the fans as he spotlights their artistry. The remaining 13 videos will roll out over the coming weeks (full list of videos and directors below).

About the videos, Ed commented, “I made Autumn Variations for the fans and I really wanted to bring them into the fold on this album. I was keen to see how they interpreted the music, so I decided to ask my fans from across the world to make videos for each album track. There were so many wonderful submissions and I’m very happy to announce that I’ll be launching all 14 fan-made videos over the coming weeks, kicking off with That’s On Me. I want to give special thanks to each and every fan who made these videos so special. I love them and hope you will too x”

The US video director Michael Lamhang added, “Angie and I have been together nearly 10 years – and Ed’s music has been there every step of the way. Through love, through loss, and everything in between, his music has been the soundtrack for our lives together. When Ed asked his fans to make music videos for Autumn Variations, we knew that sharing our own story was just one way that we could share, in however small a way, just how much his music has meant to us.

American Town was the perfect song for us to depict our adventure together – to forget all expectation from the world around us and focus on what matters most. Ed’s lyrics say it all “Lost in love and we don’t wanna be found… It’s just you and me”. Together with True Story Films (@truestoryfilms), we were able to make our vision a reality and had so much fun in the process!”

Released in September, “Autumn Variations” topped Billboard’s Top Albums Sales chart, following the #1 debut of “-“ (subtract) on the same chart earlier this year. Produced by Aaron Dessner, “Autumn Variations” marks Sheeran’s seventh studio album and first full length to be released on his own Gingerbread Man Records. Within days, he also dropped “Autumn Variations (Fan Living Room Sessions),” an extended version of his just-released “Autumn Variations” featuring live performances of each track captured at surprised fans’ homes during the record-setting, North American leg of his Mathematics Tour – each song title on the new collection pays homage to the fan by name (see full track listing below). “Autumn Variations” and “Autumn Variations (Fan Living Room Sessions)” are both available everywhere now. STREAM/DOWNLOAD HERE

Ed recently wrapped up the North American leg of his Mathematics Tour, setting attendance records in 13 stadiums, including his biggest U.S. show to date at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

“AUTUMN VARIATION” FAN-CREATED, OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEOS
1. Magical – Edel Temple (Ireland)
2. England – Marlon Cang (UK)
3. Amazing – Elder (Australia)
4. Plastic Bag – Laura Days (Italy)
5. Blue – Renee Schuurmans (The Netherlands)
6. American Town – Michael Lamhang (USA)
7. That’s On Me – Beatriz Santamaria Pinha (Brazil)
8. Page – Gordian Schroedter (Germany)
9. Midnight – Meg Igarashi (Japan)
10. Spring – Ciara Griot (France)
11. Punchline – Evan Heasman [Soju Shorts] (New Zealand)
12. When Will I Be Alright – Karina Yang (Taiwan)
13. The Day I Was Born – Mike Bautista (Mexico)
14. Head>Heels – Anshul Mittal & Kanika Gupta [Digiscape Media] (India)

“AUTUMN VARIATIONS (FAN LIVING ROOM SESSIONS)” tracklisting:
1. Magical
2. England
3. Amazing
4. Plastic Bag
5. Blue
6. American Town
7. That’s On Me
8. Page
9. Midnight
10. Spring
11. Punchline
12. When Will I Be Alright
13. The Day I Was Born
14. Head > Heels
15. Magical (Live From Brantile’s Living Room)
16. England (Live From Maynard’s Living Room)
17. Amazing (Live From Kia’s Living Room)
18. Plastic Bag (Live From Alex’s Living Room)
19. Blue (Live From Sarom’s Living Room)
20. American Town (Live From Kari’s Living Room)
21. That’s On Me (Live From Narine’s Living Room)
22. Page (Live From Deborah’s Living Room)
23. Midnight (Live From John’s Living Room)
24. Spring (Live From Emily’s Living Room)
25. Punchline (Live From Holly’s Living Room)
26. When Will I Be Alright (Live From Kristen’s Living Room)
27. The Day I Was Born (Live From Danielle’s Living Room)
28. Head > Heels (Live From Keira’s Living Room)

The Rolling Stones Announce 2024 North American Tour

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Nov 21, 2023

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The Rolling Stones Announce 2024 North American Tour

The Rolling Stones have announced the 2024 Hackney Diamonds tour. The Stones fan presale starts Wednesday Nov 29 at 12pm local time.

Tickets go on general sale Friday Dec 1 at 10am local time at rollingstones.com/tour

The band will be playing the following dates across North America in 2024.

Sunday, April 28, 2024 NRG Stadium Houston, TX
Thursday, May 2, 2024 Jazz Fest New Orleans, LA
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 State Farm Stadium Glendale, AZ
Saturday, May 11, 2024 Allegiant Stadium Las Vegas, NV
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 Lumen Field Seattle, WA
Thursday, May 23, 2024 MetLife Stadium East Rutherford, NJ
Thursday, May 30, 2024 Gillette Stadium Foxboro, MA
Monday, June 3, 2024 Camping World Stadium Orlando, FL
Friday, June 7, 2024 Mercedes-Benz Stadium Atlanta, GA
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Lincoln Financial Field Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, June 15, 2024 Cleveland Browns Stadium Cleveland, OH
Thursday, June 20, 2024 Empower Field at Mile High Denver, CO
Thursday, June 27, 2024 Soldier Field Chicago, IL
Friday, July 5, 2024 BC Place Vancouver, BC
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 SoFi Stadium Los Angeles, CA
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Levi’s Stadium Santa Clara, CA

Discover Abøn’s Debut Album ‘Talon’: Where Gentle Vocals, Classical Elegance, and Pop Flourish in Perfect Harmony

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Eric Alper

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Nov 20, 2023

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Discover Abøn’s Debut Album ‘Talon’: Where Gentle Vocals, Classical Elegance, and Pop Flourish in Perfect Harmony

The multifaceted musical artist Abøn has released her debut album Talon.

At the forefront of the album are the Canadian-Danish’s gentle vocals. Her delicately mastered skill will captivate listeners from start to finish. More than just well-seasoned vocals, Abøn brings another edge to the pop-forward album. Her classical background is present throughout the tracks as well-orchestrated strings and expressive piano melodies flawlessly intertwine with catchy rhythms and well-thought-out electronic textures. Talon travels through beautiful harmonies bringing its listeners a sense of peace and allowing them to wander to a world of wonder and fantasy.

Born Lauren Pedersen, the all-round musician grew up Edmonton and studied classical piano and cello before learning a handful of other instruments and discovering her love of writing and composing. Before Abøn came to be, the musician lived out a successful career as part of The Willows, a Canadian vocal jazz trio. As the composer and arranger for the group, she showcased her talent in harmony arrangements. After some fruitful years of touring and creating music, she had a calling to explore a new world of sound, and from there, Abøn was born.

True to her nomadic and curious self, Abøn wrote “Trust This,” the album’s second track, during a time when she was jumping from country to country in hopes of finding “home.” During this challenging period, unusual doubts in the universe surfaced in regard to where, and who, she was supposed to be. But in true Lauren Peterson fashion, she surrendered to the greater powers, and “Trust This” was born.

“Every little synchronicity that pops up is something precious, reminding me gently, over and over, that I’m always exactly where I need to be, and everything, right now, is perfect,” says the musician. “To this day I am still on this journey, but I embrace and trust it at a much deeper level now rather than longing for something stable and secure. I owe part of that to this song!”

The single embraces more of a pop feel and shines a light on Abøn’s exquisitely soft and sweet voice, while simultaneously bringing thought-provoking lyrics that make way for inspiring storytelling. Abøn invites her listeners to connect to their own place of harmony within, and this is exactly what can be expected from her debut album, Talon.

Abøn combines her exceptional talents, extensive musical background and purposeful arrangements to blur the boundaries of genre and bring to life an album with a unique and inspiring sound.

Calvyn Cass Lights Up 2023 with Cinematic New Single ‘Hollywood Calls’

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Nov 20, 2023

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Calvyn Cass Lights Up 2023 with Cinematic New Single ‘Hollywood Calls’

Burgeoning pop singer-songwriter Calvyn Cass is back with a cinematic new single “Hollywood Calls,” his second release of 2023. The track is driven by dreamy production, romantic lyricism, and a certain star quality that Cass has become known for, with Wonderland Magazine recently lauding the artist as one to watch.

Inspired by artists like Mariah Carey and Aerosmith, Cass’ lyricism pays homage to his love of 90s pop music, while his production style adeptly blends 2000s nostalgia with the sounds of today. “I love pop music that sparks a flame inside you,” Cass explains. “I want the music I create to move people in a way that has them feel like that song was written just for them.”

Cass first burst onto the scene back in 2020 with his debut single “ME, Myself, and I” and has continued to build a strong following in the time since. In just three years, his songs have been streamed over 1 million times on Spotify, and he’s racked up a whopping 500,000 views on YouTube. Now, he’s channeling that momentum into an ambitious two-part album that boasts production from the likes of multi-platinum producers Adam H. (Ray J, Ne-Yo, Elise Estrada, Def Leppard, and Loverboy) and Dave Genn (54/40 and Matthew Good Band).

“Hollywood Calls” is the introduction to the first chapter of that album, titled “Every Kind Chapter One: Reigning Stars.” The song was inspired by Cass’ deep love of film and his fascination with the way love is portrayed on the silver screen.

“The inspiration for ‘Hollywood Calls’ comes from a deep-seated desire to explore the intricate tapestry of love experienced throughout one’s lifetime,” he says of the track. “Movies have an extraordinary way of portraying love. They often paint a picture of a love that’s all-consuming, passionate, and seemingly endless in its honeymoon phase. The silver screen showcases an idealized version of love, where every moment is exciting, life-changing, and passionate. However, the real experience of love is a far more intricate and diverse journey, encompassing a multitude of experiences throughout someone’s lifetime. It’s not just about those beautiful, cinematic moments; it’s also about the complex and often challenging stories that weave into the tapestry of our lives.”

The single’s release is accompanied by a dreamy new music video, which was shot during a live performance. The stunning visuals pay homage to Lana Del Rey’s ever-endearing sense of hazy California romanticism, adeptly blending nostalgia with strong sensuality.

“Hollywood Calls” was penned by Cass and award-winning Australian producer and songwriter Jess Edo, while production took place at Vancouver’s renown EastBLVD Studios. It’s sophisticated, catchy — and a sure sign that we’ll be hearing a lot more from Calvyn Cass soon.

Folk Rockers Eclectic Revival Celebrates the Introvert Life with ‘Boring With Me’

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Nov 20, 2023

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Folk Rockers Eclectic Revival Celebrates the Introvert Life with ‘Boring With Me’

Sometimes, you just want the simple things. This is especially true if you are introverted and face the daily toll of commuting to work, taking care of family, and attempting to socialize. Hamilton, Ontario-based folk-rock band Eclectic Revival understands this yearning and champions the introvert life in their new single “Boring With Me.”

Recorded and mixed at Lincoln County Social Club in Toronto by John Dinsmore, mastered by Phil Demetro, and featuring Miranda Mulholland on fiddle. It’s a bluegrass-inspired tune written by Nick Brodie for his wife Christine, about finding joy in the ‘boring’ little everyday things about sharing a life with the one you love.

“And although I sing of sailing those tall ships across the sea
Oh darling, would you be
Boring with me.”

The next verse chugs along to the fast-paced rhythm as Nick Brodie sings of how being at work and commuting to work keeps him away from the one he loves.

Consider it a marriage proposal for introverts. In a world where life is filled to the brim with urgency, “Boring with Me” is a celebration of finding joy in simple everyday moments with the one that you love.”

Eclectic Revival is a five-piece Celtic fusion band based jointly out of Brampton and Hamilton, Ontario. Founded in 2004, the band plays an eclectic mix of east coast traditional, original rock and blues, and popular bar covers. With backgrounds that include acting and standup comedy as well as music, an Eclectic Revival show is frequently an audience participation event. Their influences include Great Big Sea, Barenaked Ladies, Mumford & Sons, among others.

They debuted with their album Life & Love in 2017. In July 2023, they returned with the single, “Cry Havoc”, the first from their new album Weight of The World. The single is a bluesy, soulful lament that serves as a poignant reflection on the burdens of existence while evolving into a powerful call to action. Their follow up single, “Inspired” was released in September and contains a message of empowerment in a fusion of blues, rock, and ska.