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CRYSTAL FIGHTERS set to conquer America

May 17, 2012

The acclaimed British/Basque band debuts its EP “Plage,” begins North American tour.  Read more »

A Conversation with MIDNIGHT HOUR

May 12, 2012

We talk with Midnight Hour on May 10, 2012. The band announces their album is now available. Find out what the boys say is the best interview question ever.  WATCH VIDEO INTERVIEW

DPS Backstage Concerts: A cool concept

May 12, 2012

The stage at DPS, Inc.

We had the pleasure of attending DPS’ Backstage Concert Series event on May 10, 2012, an intimate performance showcasing Midnight Hour and Courtney Jenae. The concert was filmed at DPS’ location in Irvine, CA and streamed live on ustream.com as well as on various online magazines. [Keep reading for full story]

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COURTNEY JENAE: Fun, upbeat, edgy

May 12, 2012

[Photos by Brittany Woolsey]

We talk with Courtney Jenae at the DPS, Inc. Backstage Concert Event. The powerful singer started out by posting videos on Youtube in 2008. Due to her strong vocals and perfect pitch, she quickly became an internet sensation. Courtney tells us how it all started, and gives insider info on her soon-to-be-released EP.   Read more »

The Kettle Drivers: Making waves with retro rock

May 7, 2012

We talk to The Kettle Drivers, a vibrant Orange County band making waves with their instrumental retro rock.   ‘The hardest part about creating and recording music is creating and recording music,’ says guitarist Greg Johnson. ‘The pay off is at least you’re doing something that’s fun, that gets the endorphins going.’ Greg Johnson joins Shane Thompson and Carlen Walth, performing live and currently completing their second album and a film soundtrack.  Watch Video Interview!

Eric Schackne: Being honest

May 3, 2012

Kalynda talks with Eric Schackne in Hollywood at the release party for his Hammers and Strings EP.  The pop singer says his honesty and do-it-yourself attitude are what set him apart from many artists.

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THE DIG: Quite possibly the next big thing in music

May 2, 2012

We talk on the phone with Emile Mosseri of The Dig.  The New York group will release their second album Midnight Flowers on May 29, 2012.  I would compare their music to The Strokes, Vampire Weekend or Arctic Monkeys. The group has toured with The Editors, Portugal Man, and most recently with Ben Kweller and Sleeper Agents.  Their powerful guitar, bass, and heartfelt lyrics make for riveting live performances and compelling recordings that you will want to put on repeat. I’m convinced The Dig is the next “big thing.” Read more »

KAYA JONES: Exclusive

May 1, 2012

The former Pussycat Doll shares about her solo career and new album. She states: “As an artist you’re born into loving it. You’re born to do it. You just want to express yourself in some way.” Read more »

Skyline Pigeons: New album “House of Mysteries” mesmerizes

April 26, 2012

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CD RELEASE SHOW: June 1st at Molly Malone’s Read more »

KWES. new video – “Bashful”

April 26, 2012

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We like Kwes.’ new video for “Bashful,” the lead track from his EP meantime.  The video, filmed in an elevator, is a humorous and touching insight into the mind of Kwes. “I had a wonderful time doing the video for ‘bashful.’ Everyone involved did a fantastic job and Ian Pons Jewell is a fantastic director and all round great guy. I hope you enjoy its understated awkwardness as much as we enjoyed being awkward”. We do!

The south-London native is a master at producing, songwriting, DJing, and puts his skills together for meantime, due for release May 1st in North America. Get it here:   More on Kwes: Kwes.info

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