The Swiss DJ born in the Ivory Coast, Christian Meyer alias Swissivory has steadily become a force to reckon with in the music industry over the years. Not only has he shared the stage with some of the industry’s biggest names (Rihanna, C. Brown, 50 Cent, Wiz Khalifa) – he has also shared the studio and worked with some of the most respected artists in the game on the production side (LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, DMX, Busta Rhymes, and many more). Beyond being a celebrity DJ, he has also gained the respect from the legends themselves. His new project “Real Dreams 2” is a testimony to this.

‘Flawless,’ a standout track from Jay’s new mixtape ‘Negative 2 Positive’ details his efforts to leave to criminal lifestyle he was living and begin a successful musical career. Jay is already attracting attention, having featured on one of the biggest rappers in the UK Nines’ hit Trapper Of The Year. The quality which allowed Jay to demontrate his talents on this platform are evident on ‘Flawless.’

The Swedish punk rock crew called Our Untold Story have released their latest official video, “Calm Seas Don't Make Good Sailors.” Like the rest of the OUS catalog, the video has been proudly published on the Cuprite Productions independent record label without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Driving, upbeat, minimalist and thrumming with energy, “Calm Seas Don't Make Good Sailors” is the most significant official video from Our Untold Story to date.

It has been less than a year since the release of his critically acclaimed album The ONE In The Many, but the eclectic and ever creative Jupiter In Velvet is back already with something  new up his sleeve.  Yes, something fresh, stunningly direct yet simultaneously, eerily elusive.  It is his new single Til the End of The World  which will be released on May 5th, is the first song to be released from his new album In2 the Arms of Love which drops June 9th on the Free 2b Free Record Label.

GASTONIA, NORTH CAROLINA - Private jets, Lamborghinis and Grammy Award-winners. TGB have spent time recording with each in recent months. “VIDEO WORLD PREMIER” The Gore Boyz” released their summer anthem “Kisses for the Road” earlier this month. The song will “win the hearts of all the girls this spring and summer.

Sakis Gouzonis, a multi-award-winning composer, released his 10th electronic music album on April 17. Titled Amazing Space, the composer's new album consists of ten instrumental electronic music tracks inspired by space exploration and the technological breakthroughs that were being made during the time in which he was recording this album.

The rapper and songwriter from Palm Beach County known as Nicky Monroe has released her latest EP record, “Next.” The record contains six original Nicky Monroe tracks for an approximate total listening time of 20 minutes. It has been proudly published on the Godfather Records independent music label without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Punchy, groovy, packed with drum 'n' bass and lines 'n' rhymes, “Next” by Nicky Monroe is a towering achievement by one of the most determined talents in Florida.

The singer and songwriter of African pop music known as Steven C has released his latest official single, “Amaka,” feat. Speedy. The track has been proudly published on the Cytoch Media independent record label without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Exotic, uplifting, danceable and keyed for radio play around the world, “Amaka” is a track DJs and music fans alike can get behind.

The pop and rap singer known as Jagger Spacy has released his awaited debut EP album, “Jagger Spacy.” It contains five original Spacy tracks for a total listening time of 20 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent pop release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Full of life and rhythm, groove and personality, “Jagger Spacy” is an EP to put Jagger Spacy in the spotlight for 2017 and beyond.

Nat Berhanu’s ‘Party House II’ is about to be the centre piece of parties around the world. Nat’s anthem is spreading around the world having received international radio play. The euphoric basslines you would expect from a party anthem are met by psychedelic sounds which take listeners to a different dimension of sound.

 Matawan, NJ - Alternative rock band Painted Young will release their second single Summer Come Back from their upcoming debut LP.

New York City, New York - Greguez is not only a man who hits the ice with his camera in hand, but a musician who tackles an apartment studio to collaborate in a mix of acoustic and synthesized sounds. So much sound in fact that he’s released not one, but two albums to mitigate some of the imbalances that surround us.

Atlanta, GA - The remarkable artistry of entertainer Toni Redd is showcased once again with her latest song release, “Underneath My Skin” from her album “Her Reddness”.

LOS ANGELES - Adam’s Attic, Alien Chadow Films in association with Indie Rights Movies and Industry Pictures/ThinkFilmWest presents the world premiere of “A Night Without Armor” at the Arena Cinema in Hollywood, Calif., on Friday, April 21, at 7:45 p.m. Directed by Steven Alexander, the drama stars New York-based actors, Pepper Binkley and Jacob Fishel.

It’s a crazy world we live in. Just few weeks ago in Sweden, home to the band this review is about, suffered an apparent terrorist attack when a 39 year-old Uzbekistan man rammed a stolen beer truck into a crowd of shoppers outside a department store. Four people were killed and fifteen more were seriously injured during the Stockholm attack. Before discussing Velvet Insane’s music I would just like to take a moment to say to our Scandinavian brothers and sisters that our thoughts are with you during this tragic incident and that we stand in solidarity and unite with you in strength. 

Jan Daley’s new album “The Way of a Woman” is impressing listeners from beyond just the smooth jazz realm.  Music lovers of all kinds are gravitating toward the confident, vocally dynamic and polished sound that Daley has become known for.  Her accompanists and producer Michael B. Sutton did a fantastic job of creating a lush and full rhythm section that never overpowers the artist.  Jan’s swooning voice stays above the players and creates a new and unique sound for every song she performs. 

The Los Angeles-based musician known as Eric Slater has released his newest single, “Following the Blind.” The single is Slater's most significant musical release since his popular song, “Dead Men” hit digital shelves around the world in February, sending ripples throughout the audiophile underground everywhere. Fans of Slater old and new are sure to be delighted with this latest offering, which boasts all the exceptional sonic qualities his following have come to expect from him.

The writer, performer and producer of hip hop and R&B known as Shawn Lewis has released his latest full-length album, “Life Overseas.” It contains 13 original Shawn Lewis tracks for an approximate total listening time of 40 minutes. The LP has been proudly published as an independent release without the support or direction of the corporate music industry. Smartly written, sharply delivered, and full of the best rhythms modern hip hop has to offer, “Life Overseas” is everything fans of Shawn Lewis have been waiting for and more.

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