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R&B Singer RAJA-NEE’ Summons Audiences to “Come Get This Love”

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R&B Singer RAJA-NEE’ Summons Audiences to “Come Get This Love”

Award-winning Chicago-based neo-soul R&B artist Raja-nee’ summons audiences to “Come Get This Love” in this, her fiery, romantic, and enticing new video and single.

The four-minute, 30 second-spanning tune features musicians John “The Saint” Morris and Wilfred “Nenja” Frelix, and is driven by an undeniably funky, yet subtle bass track before its topped off with a steady, calming drum beat — all of which perfectly complements the soothing delivery of Raja-nee’’s romantic vocal phrases.

The romantic elements are not just reminiscent of some of the singer’s earliest material from back in the day, but much of the music from the 1970s R&B scene too. ‘I’m patiently waiting for you to take me away from here,’ sings the veteran neo soul artist — born Renee Knott-Freeman — in the opening line. ‘It’s driving me crazy, anticipating how you’ll hold me so near.’

On top of Raja-nee’’s lust-filled and poetic lyrics, listeners are treated to the smooth sounds of a classic pop piano, which is layered with a plethora of buttery, bluesy guitar licks. The best part, perhaps? It’s only one taste of Raja-nee’’s forthcoming studio album, The Sovereign of 14742 — which drops this May.

On the concept of The Sovereign of 14742, Raja-nee’ revealed it’s a simple dedication to her mother and father. “14742 is the address of my childhood home,” she shares. “Out of nine children, I am the youngest and was deemed as spoiled … or the ‘Sovereign.’”

Raja-nee’ began singing in church at the mere age of five. As an emerging talent, her voice was recognized by Marshall Thompson of Chicago’s infamous Chi-Lites, and his mentorship helped develop her craft and stage presence. She toured with the Chi-Lites, and recorded on their Just Say You Love Me album — with the hit-single “Eternity” garnering top spots on overseas radio stations.

Years later, after garnering much attention for herself, Raja-nee’ landed a production deal and auditioned with the super producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. That was what led to her solo breakout on A&M/Perspective records. Her debut reggae album featured hits such as: “Bitchism,” “Take Your Time,” and “Turn It Up” — which was featured on the official motion picture soundtrack for 1994’s hit movie, A Low Down Dirty Shame.

As well as being featured on various syndicated television shows and across the pages of numerous music magazines, Raja-nee’ has recorded with the late and legendary James Brown, and been awarded the coveted Chicago Home Jam Award.

Country Singer/Songwriter TOMMY JOHN EHMAN Serves Up Cover Of Springsteen’s “Hungry Heart”

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Country Singer/Songwriter TOMMY JOHN EHMAN Serves Up Cover Of Springsteen’s “Hungry Heart”

Canadian country singer-songwriter Tommy John Ehman is serving up his timeless new take on the Bruce Springsteen classic hit, “Hungry Heart.”

A multi-releasing and acclaimed singer/songwriter, this is Ehman’s (pronounced ēmn, with a hard ‘e’) first official cover offering, and lands a month after his not one, but two 2021 Saskatchewan Country Music Award nominations were announced: Male Artist of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year.

“‘Hungry Heart’ has been one of my favourite Springsteen songs, right from its original release in 1980, even before I knew it was The Boss singing it,” Ehman shares. “It’s such a classic. It’s simple, yet complex… Happy, yet sad at the same time… Thoughtful, yet spontaneous.

“I think we can all relate to that after 2020,” Ehman adds, “and who doesn’t need more heart in these socially distant days?! When I would play it live, it always got the crowd going and having fun, and we could all use more of that right now.

“This is a song to fall in love with all over again.”

Teeming with his resonant heart-felt vocals, plus his own tweaks to the track, Ehman’s “Hungry Heart” was produced by Brad Prosko of Regina’s B-Rad Studio. (There’s a further Boss-man connection afoot: Prosko also produced Ehman’s fourth studio album, Wheels of Life — which featured the legendary bass guitarist, Garry Tallent of Springsteen’s E-Street Band.)

Drummer Jayson Brinkworth, bassist Shane Hendrickson (Aaron Pritchett), and keyboardist Mike Little (George Canyon) round out the track’s contributions.

Born and raised in Saskatchewan, Ehman is deeply entrenched in his rural roots — both musically, and otherwise. He and his family live on their fifth-generation farm and, while a degenerative eye condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa reduced his day-to-day activities on the farm, it hasn’t precluded him from writing songs and performing live.

With six studio albums to his credit — including 2019’s Day Night — Ehman has had multiple Top 100 charting songs, radio placements, and media features nationwide. He’s received # Saskatchewan Country Music Award nominations — including this year’s SCMA nods for Songwriter of the Year and Male Artist of the Year — and shared the stage with the likes of his band, Idle Rains, Midnight Highway, Doc Walker, Michelle Wright, and more.

What is the right amount to save before moving out

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How much money should you save before moving out? A common question that most of us have contemplated when deciding to leave the nest. The answer would be ‘save at least 3 months of expenses”. However, the cost vary as there are several additional costs that you would be including in the total. Moving cost for that matter is one of the most significant cost that you must prepare for. The cost associated with the moving process can overwhelm you, especially if it is the first time you are moving out. Besides searching for the most affordable movers at movingfeedback.com, you will also need to know the right amount of savings you will need once you move out.

We understand the plight and hence have come up with this post to help you make the right financial arrangements. So, let’s get started.

What is the ‘right amount’ to save?

Moving out of the nest is a big decision and the most overwhelming one, you need prepare strategically for the big step if you want to prevent the financial burden that comes with wrong planning and no savings. It is common knowledge that you would need money to finance the move but what amount would be sufficient is the question. Before you know what amount of savings would be enough to have a financially safe moving experience, let us first understand what does the amount actually represents.

Experts state that it is important to save at least 3-4 months of expenses before you move out. However, depending on your personal goals and expenses, the amount would vary. It is important that you consider the rent and daily expenses, also, any additional money that you prefer to spend must be included in this amount.

Here a generic breakdown of some of the common expenses and also easy ways to calculate these expenses.

Saving the rent

One of the biggest expense that you would have to handle is the rent money. It the US, landlords usually ask for a security deposit, as per the financial experts, it is recommended to not rent a house that eats more than 1/3 of your income as monthly rent. However, this is not a practical approach as in big cities like Los Angeles and New York, the rents of even the smallest apartments is sky high.

Lately, the landlords have changed the requirements and now you may have to deposit an amount equal to half month’s rent or 11.5 month’s rent as security amount. Depending upon how much space you need, the amount can vary from one person to another. Whatever be the amount, it is important that you keep this money separately.

Save the moving expenses

One of the significant expense associated with the moving process is moving costs. The cost of moving services have increased in the recent years and what you pay for a simple house move in 2020 may not be the same in 2021. An average account of moving costs in NYC is as follows:

  • Average Studio Moving Cost  – $400 – $750
  • Average 1 Bedroom Moving Cost – $750 – $1000
  • Average 2 Bedroom Moving Cost – $1000 – $1500
  • Average 3 Bedroom Moving Cost – $1500 AND UP

The cost can vary depending upon the number of rooms you are moving, distance traveled and any additional services availed. An additional room would cost you around $400 extra. If there are some extra labor services requires, like moving the stuff to the higher floors or lack of service elevators, you may have to pay extra.

How to calculate the right amount to save before moving?

Now, let us do a quick recap of the costs we discussed above, depending upon the choice of city you are moving to ( larger cities have higher cost of living as compared to small cities), you must calculate the amount. Let us assume you will have to pay $1000 as the rent. Three months expense on rent would be $3000 then. Now, for the moving costs, you will need to calculate all the services you need, distance you would travel and insurance as well. Let us take a rough figure $500 for it. The sum total of the two heads make $3500. This is the amount that will ensure that you can move into an apartment safely and affordably.

Now, if you are considering saving for three months, you will have to save the living expenses as well. If you spend $400 a month, you will have to save $1200. Adding all heads makes the total amount to be saved as $4700 rounded to $5000 for a month.

You can do the calculation as per your expenses and living preferences and come to a final amount that would secure you financially for next 3 months. Moving affordably is a possibility if you know how to plan the move and the expenses of the coming months, use this guide as the base and calculate the right amount you should save before moving out.

Video: Devo’s First Show at Kent State University In 1973

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Video: Devo’s First Show at Kent State University In 1973

The first form of Devo was the “Sextet Devo” which performed at the 1973 Kent State performing arts festival and was filmed and a part was included on the home video The Complete Truth About De-Evolution. This lineup performed only once. Devo returned to perform in the Student Governance Center (featured prominently in the film) at the 1974 Creative Arts Festival with a lineup including the Casale brothers, Bob Lewis, Mark Mothersbaugh, and Jim Mothersbaugh on drums.

This band was always going to be a bit different…

Pawn Stars: Finding Rare Suits Worn by ZZ Top

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Pawn Stars: Finding Rare Suits Worn by ZZ Top

“Pawn Stars” follows three generations of the Harrison family as they assess the value of items coming in and out of their Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas, from the commonplace to the truly historic.

Rick calls in a special guest to authenticate an extremely rare Nudie’s Rodeo Suit worn by Billy Gibbons from the iconic band, ZZ Top, in this clip from Season 18, “Gotsta Get Pawned.”

Alanis Morissette makes her TV debut on the Letterman show in 1995 with Taylor Hawkins on drums

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Alanis Morissette makes her TV debut on the Letterman show in 1995 with Taylor Hawkins on drums

One person in the audience later said “We had no idea who she was, but she scared the hell out of us.”

Andrew Cash, Former MP And Juno Award Winning Artist, To Head Canadian Independent Music Association

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Andrew Cash, Former MP And Juno Award Winning Artist, To Head Canadian Independent Music Association

The Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA) today announced that Andrew Cash, a former Member of Parliament and JUNO Award winning Canadian independent artist, has been appointed as the organization’s President.

“After an exhaustive search, we’re thrilled to announce Andrew Cash as the new President of CIMA,” says Tim Potocic, Chair of CIMA’s Board of Directors and President of Sonic Unyon Records. “Andrew brings enormous strength to our organization with his unique combination of music, government, policy and community activism experience. We’re excited for the future, with him leading the way.”

At CIMA, Cash plans to build on the relationships, skills and experience he has gained in his past work to help lead Canada’s independent music sector to a robust recovery when the Covid-19 pandemic ends.

“Our members are at the forefront of Canada’s new economy as home-grown generators of intellectual property, green jobs and exports,” Cash says. “I look forward to working with all parts of Canada’s music ecosystem, along with our partners in government and the private sector, to ensure our industry has what it needs for a robust post-pandemic recovery.”

The independent music sector is a significant and growing part of the overall music ecosystem, accounting for approximately one-third of the global recorded music market in 2020. Recorded music sales have been increasing steadily since 2015 in Canada, thanks in part to the growing popularity of streaming music services. However, many people and businesses in music – notably artists and the live music sector – have been significantly impacted by the global pandemic.

“As a former artist and arts entrepreneur, I’m particularly eager to help the people at the foundation of our sector – Canadian artists – get back on their feet stronger than ever,” Cash says. “The musical talent, digital knowhow and entrepreneurial spirit needed to make this happen are in place. CIMA will play an active role in helping artists and Canada’s independent music sector bounce back to full strength.”

Andrew Cash was the MP for Toronto’s Davenport riding from 2011 to 2015. As an MP, he served on the Canadian Heritage committee, the Special Committee on Copyright Act reform legislation (Bill C-11), and as Citizenship and Immigration Critic for the Official Opposition. Having experienced the realities of making a living as an independent artist and arts entrepreneur, Cash dedicated himself in Parliament to raising the issues and voices of independent workers. Legislation he tabled in the 41st Parliament led to first-ever labour protections for unpaid interns under federal jurisdiction. He continued this mission post-Parliament, co-founding the non-profit Urban Worker Project, which seeks better protection and conditions for contract, freelance and self-employed workers.

Previously as a singer/songwriter and guitarist in Canada’s indie music scene, Cash played with the punk band L’Etranger, whose lineup also included fellow MP Charlie Angus. He launched a successful solo career in 1986, later collaborating with other artists including Jason Collett, Skydiggers and Peter Cash, created soundtrack music for television and wrote for NOW Magazine. Cash’s contributions as an artist earned him a JUNO award and three SOCAN awards. His music can be found at https://andrewcash.net.

Joni Mitchell The Reprise Albums (1968-1971) Available June 25 In Celebration Of Blue 50th Anniversary

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On June 22, 1971, Joni Mitchell released Blue, concluding her prolific four album run for Reprise Records with an album considered by many to be one of the greatest of all time. Its stirring, confessional songs have been celebrated by music lovers and critics alike for decades while inspiring a wide variety of artists as diverse as Prince and Taylor Swift. Even today, its stature as a masterpiece continues to grow. Just last year, the album was named #3 on Rolling Stone’s list of the “500 Greatest Albums of All Time.”

To celebrate the album’s 50th anniversary, Rhino is releasing THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971), the next installment of the Joni Mitchell Archives series, featuring newly remastered versions of Blue (1971) and the three albums that came before it: Song To A Seagull (1968), Clouds (1969), and Ladies Of The Canyon (1970). In the case of Song To A Seagull, the original mix has been recently updated by Mitchell and mixer Matt Lee. “The original mix was atrocious,” says Mitchell. “It sounded like it was recorded under a jello bowl, so I fixed it!”

THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971) will be available on June 25 in 4-CD ($49.98) and 4-LP 180-gram vinyl ($109.98, Limited Edition Of 10,000) versions, as well as digitally. The newly remastered version of “A Case Of You” from Blue is available today on all digital download and streaming services.

The cover art for THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971) features a previously unseen self-portrait Mitchell sketched during the time period. The collection also includes an essay by Grammy® winning singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, another artist who’s been influenced greatly by Mitchell. She writes: “In my opinion Blue is the greatest album ever made. Blue didn’t make me a better songwriter. Blue made me a better woman… No matter what we are dealing with in these times we can rejoice and know that of all the ages we could have lived through, we lived in the time of Joni Mitchell.”

THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971) brings together the albums that helped establish Mitchell as one of the most-talented songwriters of her generation. It includes essential tracks like “River,” “Chelsea Morning,” “Both Sides, Now,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Woodstock,” and “The Circle Game.” Clouds, her second album, was certified gold and won the 1969 Grammy® (her first of nine) for Best Folk Performance. Ladies Of The Canyon and Blue were both certified platinum, while the latter was inducted into the Grammy® Hall of Fame in 1999.

THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971) will be followed later this year by JONI MITCHELL ARCHIVES VOL. 2, the second installment in the extensive archival series that began last year. Each one promises a deep dive into unreleased studio and live recordings from different eras of Mitchell’s storied career. VOL. 2 will focus on the timeframe when she recorded the albums included in THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971). Mitchell continues to be intimately involved in producing these collections, lending her vision and personal touch to every element of the projects. Future releases in the archive series will arrive in a similar manner, with a boxed set focused on studio albums from a specific era, followed by an official “Archives” release looking at unreleased audio from the same period.

THE REPRISE ALBUMS (1968-1971)

Track Listing

Song To A Seagull (1968) – New Mix (Produced By Joni Mitchell, Mixed By Matt Lee)
I Came to the City
1. “I Had A King”
2. “Michael From Mountains”
3. “Night In The City”
4. “Marcie”
5. “Nathan La Franeer”
Out of the City and Down the Seaside
6. “Sisotowbell Lane”
7. “The Dawntreader”
8. “The Pirate Of Penance”
9. “Song To A Seagull”
10. “Cactus Tree”

Clouds (1969)
1. “Tin Angel”
2. “Chelsea Morning”
3. “I Don’t Know Where I Stand”
4. “That Song About The Midway”
5. “Roses Blue”
6. “The Gallery”
7. “I Think I Understand”
8. “Songs To Aging Children Come”
9. “The Fiddle And The Drum”
10. “Both Sides, Now”

Ladies Of The Canyon (1970)
1. “Morning Morgantown”
2. “For Free”
3. “Conversation”
4. “Ladies Of The Canyon”
5. “Willy”
6. “The Arrangement”
7. “Rainy Night House”
8. “The Priest”
9. “Blue Boy”
10. “Big Yellow Taxi”
11. “Woodstock”
12. “The Circle Game”

Blue (1971)
1. “All I Want”
2. “My Old Man”
3. “Little Green”
4. “Carey”
5. “Blue”
6. “California”
7. “This Flight Tonight”
8. “River”
9. “A Case Of You”
10. “The Last Time I Saw Richard”

Singer/Songwriting Sisters CAARDIA are “Over You” in New Single

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Singer/Songwriting Sisters CAARDIA are “Over You” in New Single

Canadian alt pop singer/songwriters Caardia embrace growth and overcome the past in this, their newest single, “Over You” — available now.

The latest to land from the multi-talented powerhouse duo, sisters Celia and Annie Siriopoulos continue to draw on their personal stories and observations as inspiration for their distinct lyrical storytelling. There’s a telepathy shared within their natural chemistry; cascading harmonies bolstered by a sisterly bond result in a synchronicity of their songs as they explore themes of life, challenges, working through pain, and coming out on the other side.

The new song nestles well within this stream, and is a “representation of the vulnerability one can have when having feelings for someone,” Annie shares. “It brings up the fear of ‘new feelings’ and the unknown.”

“The song also acknowledges self-worth, and not relying on someone else for our own happiness and validation,” Celia adds. “By acknowledging our thoughts, we can come to terms with the feelings we have, and start to grow from them.”

“It’s not meant to be a representation of full recovery after hardships,” they concur, “but rather, the first steps in acknowledging them, and the process of getting over someone.”

“Over You” follows the duo’s breakthrough EP, 2018’s The Deep End — which was recorded and produced by multi-Platinum, JUNO and Canadian Country Music Award winner Chris Perry — and precedes their forthcoming sophomore offering, currently underway with multi-Platinum producer, Roy Hamilton III.

Named one of CBC Searchlight’s Top 10 Teens to Watch in 2020, Caardia are the recipients of both CBC Searchlight’s Top 50 Judge’s Choice (for the second year in a row) and the York Region Celebration of the Arts Bursary for vocals, as well.

Their music has been seen, heard and heralded on CBC, SiriusXM, Global, CJLO, CP24, CTV, Rogers TV, Girls’ World Magazine, and more — as well as Canadian Indie Week and annually at the Distillery District’s Toronto Christmas Market.

They’ve started their own radio show, aptly titled “The Caardia Show,” on Agape Greek Radio, and are co-founders and co-organizers of Youth Jam TO, an annual music festival in Toronto hosting 2,500+ attendees, as well as were in-demand public speakers with ‘Kill It With Kindness,’ an anti-bullying initiative. In addition, they were recently featured in a book highlighting social activists, called Awaken Your Inner Hero.

Austin’s Psychedelic Uke-Pop Artist TIM DELANEY Finds ‘Where to Begin’ with Release of Debut EP

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Austin’s Psychedelic Uke-Pop Artist TIM DELANEY Finds ‘Where to Begin’ with Release of Debut EP

After eight years of dedication, commitment and hard work, Austin, Texas-based psychedelic uke-pop artist Tim Delaney has finally broken out onto the music scene with the release of his debut EP, Where to Begin and lead single “Rocío” — available now.

“Rocío” (pronounced roh-see-oh) opens with a beautiful, reverb-heavy chord progression driven by the sounds of Delaney’s calculated acoustic playing abilities; “it’s played on a ukulele,” he shares, “the recorder of stringed instruments.”

Though a simple four-chord song, the song is layered with buttery vocal harmonies, sounds of shakers, and an enchanting guitar solo towards the end.

“Rocío” and Where to Begin is the first-ever taste of Delaney’s solo work, and gives the listener a general idea of his musical style: acoustic-centric pop and rock inspired by his ever-expansive taste for 20th century classics, from the British Invasion to the ‘90s grunge era.

The self-proclaimed poet and philosopher began writing the album in 2013 and, after many day jobs and roadblocks, has now unleashed the five-track project to the masses. After spending 2017 recording from the closet of his apartment, Delaney reached out to sound engineer Andre Moran about mixing the project, and Mark Hallman about mastering it.

Between December 2018 and March 2020, the trio worked together on Where to Begin at Congress House Studio in his hometown of Austin.

Before the long-awaited release of Where to Begin, Delaney first appeared on a joint-single with American rapper Neutron Squared (N²) entitled “Looking to the Stars for Direction (Hearing Colours).”

While the album was a long time in the making, Delaney’s full origin story begins at the end of his mother’s; in the 1980s, her dreams of becoming a country singer went up in flames, quite literally, when her husband — Tim’s abusive father — set fire to all of her demos. That fire has fueled Delaney since.

“For me, life is a constant evolutionary process,” he shares. “That’s what I want to share: Never stop wondering. Never stop evolving.”

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