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Judith Haustein’s New Album ‘The Flood’ Delivers A Wave of Heart-Wrenching Artistry

Drawing you in with her soothing guitar and beautiful vocals, Judith Haustein’s new song ‘Freeze’ encapsulates compassion and truth. Belonging to the twelve track album, ‘The Flood’, Haustein explores natural imagery such as the ocean which the mastery of the instruments mimics. She was inspired by artists such as Bjork, James Blake and Joni Mitchell yet ‘The Flood’ was personally inspired by Haustein’s recovery from PTSD: “I take a lot of inspiration from extreme landscapes and being by the sea – also most of the songs are connected to what trauma victims experience emotionally when trying to reconnect with the world. Reconnecting with her authenticity, no matter how painful, bore the creative fruit of the album and perhaps its unique sound.”

Even if the listener is not suffering from the same condition the emotion that floods through the album is just as effective in affecting the soul. This is poignant in ‘Freeze’ and the listener can almost imagine being by the sea in the way the instruments rise and fall like the swell of the tides. ‘Freeze’ also introduces hip-hop elements which work surprisingly well with the gentle notes of the song and Haustein’s soulful vocals. The song opens with light strums of a guitar before Haustein’s voice joins to create an artistic masterpiece with a strong emotional message. Each song off the album is perfectly unique whilst retaining the overall beautiful delivery. She uses a vast range of styles and instruments with serene string sections and calm guitar solos. The relation to the ocean is evident and creates a vivid image resulting in a hugely cathartic listening experience.

As Songwriting Spotlight says, “Judith sings directly to you and the incredible production creates a soundscape to envelope you in her sound”

The Flood certainly delivers on this and takes the listener on a journey of authenticity and emotive introspection. Each song creates a new experience that never fails to surprise and titillate, reflecting the eddying voyage of thoughts.

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The Fabulous Red Diesel’s ‘The Queensbury House Sessions’ is an incredible modern-soul jazz release

A collective quite unlike any other you’ll come across, The Fabulous Red Diesel are innovative and creating music without a specific label. Quirky and armed with everything you’d want from a ‘soul meets jazz collective’, ‘The Queensbury House Sessions’ is for fans of Madeline Peyroux, Joni Mitchell & even Frank Zappa.

With leading single ‘Butterfly Mind’ telling the tale of how true love remains a constant factor in life, no matter where your mind may drift to. On the release, vocalist Kat Lee-Ryan mentioned, “it’s about the way my brain works and the way music flits from one person to another, changing their perception (hopefully for the better) by tiny inspirational touches. And then it’s also a love song – I am married to the drummer and I’m saying no matter how many twists and turns and expansions my mind has, I am always grounded in him – you know I’ve got a butterfly mind but I settle on you.”

Uplifting and showcasing real potential in the world of soul-jazz and even funk and hip-hop, The Fabulous Red Diesel are a band that should be on everyone’s playlists.

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Soul & Funk legends Crack of Dawn team up with Soul diva Melba Moore to release stunning new single ‘Tiempo’

With over forty years of funk under their belt, Canadian soul powerhouses Crack of Dawn are veterans on the scene.

The titans of Soul have teamed up with the incredible Melba Moore to bring us brand new single Tiempo.

The female flair which Melba Moore adds to Tiempo elevates the tune to a whole new realm. Filled with emotion and pain, Tiempo is a stunning single from this dream team.

Soul diva Melba Moore is a four time Grammy® nominee and winner of the 1970 Tony Award®, for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical, for her performance as Lutiebelle in Purlie.

Both a musical and Broadway legend Melba Moore lends her incredible vocal abilities and funky flair to Tiempo. With a massive eleven top ten US hits, Melba Moore is one of Pop music’s most enduring talents.

Crack of Dawn are legends in their own right. The Canadian powerhouses became the first ever Black Canadian band to sign with a major label, having joined Columbia in 1975.

After a period apart, Crack of Dawn reunited for a concert at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre in 2012. The group began working on a new album shortly after; with a lineup of old and new, the soulful legends were back and better than ever.

Tiempo, translating as ‘time’ in Spanish, is a grooving Soul track written by Dennis Nieves and Michael Dunston. Tiempo tells the tale of two lovers needing time to find themselves again after a tumultuous split. A soulful and emotive single, combining some of the best talents in the Soul & Funk genres, this track is truly unstoppable.

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Written By: Jessica Rowe

Estelle California Spreads Positivity and Hope With New Single

Estelle California‘s inspiration for her music , is her own and other’s triumphs against adversity. Always aiming to transcend cultural barriers, and spread positivity and hope to all who listen, helping them when they may need it most.

After her visit to South Africa, Estelle was particularly inspired by the communities she came across, communities around the world who have constantly battled against division and hatred. It made the singer realise her true calling in life, to give back to black communities and those who have been oppressed around the world, aiming to inspire with messages of empowerment after suffering.

‘Black is the True Light‘ is a song which truly encompasses the singer’s beliefs, resonating with those who have constantly battled against division and hatred.

“When I was working on my song ‘Black Is The True Light’ at home, my daughter who was 4 and her friends would pick up on the words.”
“I’m hoping it will wash away layers of subconscious racism.”
Estelle California

A fierce humanitarian, Estelle California has found music to be the perfect vehicle to express herself, looking to build bridges and promote positivity ahead of fueling hate. She understands the power she holds within her songs, and by standing up for the ones who have suffered throughout history, she hopes valuable lessons can be learned.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCguX8bajz65pWoTak_toA-Q

A dose of French electro-swing with ‘Alors Je Danse’ – the latest dance track from No-Ce and her band

After a successful run at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Cecile Nordegg (No-Ce) and her band have taken their unique mélange of Edith Piaf-esque chanson and Frank Zappa musical stylings to yet another unexpected destination – dance,

Alors Je Danse is their first release from the forthcoming album and sees them adapting their sound to a more electronic genre, an adaptation that is flawless in its transition. The track is carried by Cécile’s rich vocals and flirts stylistically with the wave of electro-swing that combines the elements of jazz and electronic melodies – a combination that has the demanding effect of dance.

Previously a successful film and TV actor, Cécile is backed by a band of outstanding musicians who have already made names for themselves: JP Chiche on guitar and background vocals (previously having shared the stage with everyone from Aerosmith to Fats Domino) and Andreas Pirringer on sax, flute and clarinet and Walter Bass on piano – just to name a few.

Their previous release, Jazz Proclamation Vol. 1&2 was a collection of tracks which transcended language and genre and Alors Je Danse looks set to achieve similar cross-over success with fans of dance music.

Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-476081861/alors-je-danse-radioedit-4/s-Miquh

Website: www.cecilenordegg.eu

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iquadiq/videos

Jonny Dee's Brand New Album Draws Inspiration From The Likes Of Kid Cudi And Childish Gambino

The rising music of today has managed to capture a raw and rootsy feeling that comes hand in hand with the DIY approach that most artists take now.
Jonny Dee has been playing around his local scene for a few years now, and with talent for songwriting, and standing out in today’s market. Jonny Dee’s adolescence like attitude, mix with his laid back vocal style combine to bring the youthful edginess to music.
The release of his brand new album ‘The Human Experience’, which features tracks such as ‘Feedback’ and ‘A ways away’, has been gaining buzz for a while now, and with its release fully underway and complete, there is no excuse for you not to listen to it!
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Its Time We All Learnt A Little Bit About Lawrence Preston

With the recent release of brand new single ‘Something For You’, we trace it all back to see where Lawrence really found his talents.
Born in the 50’s, in the San Francisco bay area, Lawrence’s love for music grew early on, when he joined his parents in the gospel band known as ‘The Sensational Travelers’. They would practice in his grandfathers old Victorian Church every Saturday night.
This then led on to a bigger responsibility for Lawrence, when he was asked to join another family band known as the ‘Fantastic Four’, which he fronted, at the age of 5!
Through his experiences in the music industry at this time, he gained love for instruments such as guitar and Trombone, however, there was an instrument that was calling his name, the bass would later on be a trademark for the singer-songwriter.
While being asked to join band and groups such as Dorothy Morrison’s gospel band, which he contributed bass to for much of the early 80’s.

Now ready to push his solo releases, Lawrence has recorded and produced his own material such as ‘Driving me away’ and brand new track ‘Something For You’.

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Review: Belle Chen Live-A Beautifully Unique Experience

Last night I attended Belle Chen’s performance at the Senate House in London, and I was truly amazed.
Before I go into all of the details that bring the talent and skill that Belle possesses to light, I have to say that this was an enjoyable and interesting event.
As part of the Bloomsbury Festival in London, Belle Chen delivered new and fresh tools to give her performance meaning and relevancy. The use of sound effects, and body movement were key to bringing the overall show together, with accompaniment from interpretive dancer Anastasia Kostner, moving with the mood of the music.
Telling a story of Paris and a taking the audience on a journey through the city of Paris, Belle Chen captured the chaos and emotion, as well as soft, relaxed and quaint surrounding of the French city. Belle Chen’s delicate touch shined through as a beautiful addition, however, the inclusion of a loop pedal, recording rhythms played on the piano, and other accompanying tools and tricks were brand new to my eyes, giving her unique style.
During the performance there were very few times that she would actually speak, however when she did, the words she did say resonated with me deeply. My Favourite quote being “I was told that if you ever missed someone, then you should look to the moon, because the person you miss could be looking at the same moon”
With her brand new album ‘Mademoiselle’ recently coming out, this was a great event to support its release.
Overall, this was a classy, emotional and extremely well-arranged show, that had meaning and purpose.
Website: www.bellechen.com
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The Lounge Revival Starts Here! LAPP's Sunny.

…and when we say “lounge”, we really do mean both in terms of the room in your house and relaxing horizontally. At the forefront of fashionable relaxing is LAPP, whose video to his track, Sunny, a song which is actually intrinsically linked to The Catcher in the Rye, has actually tickled our fancy purely because:
A. It’s catchy.
B. We like snooping in people’s homes.
Watch the video to “Sunny” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzsLz_54E8A

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Steampunk Records Hits The Road!

If you’re looking to experience something new in September and October, Feline & Strange and friends have exactly what it is you’re looking for. Featuring live music and spectacular light shows, the Steam Punk Records Roadshow Tour is hitting venues around the UK and it really is something that can’t be missed. A spectacle of the weird, the wonderful and everything in between, there’s something new for everyone here.
The love child of Mad Max style visions of the future and Victorian fashion and culture, the steam punk movement has been gaining traction over the last few years and is one of the most interesting social movements to appear in the last few years. Let your curiosity get the better of you and indulge in the wonder that is steam punk, even if for just one night!
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