Where's the Beat?

A. West Africa, Bali, and India, birthplaces of polyrhythm, gamelan, and tala.
B. Within every performer, where musical dreams are made.
C. In a rhythm training manual by Matthew Montfort called Ancient Traditions – Future Possibilities.
D. In the new companion set from Ancient Traditions – Future Possibilities: Audio Guide and MIDI Groove Tracks from the Traditions of Africa, Bali, and India.
E. Through world rhythm workshops and Skype study with Matthew Montfort.
F. All of the above.

The comedic rap artist, entertainer and dance innovator known as Raja RG has released his latest official single, “American Crazies.” The track has been proudly published as an independent release without the direction of the corporate music industry. It is the official single release of his popular YouTube video of the same name which has garnered more than 80,000 views as of the time of this writing (link provided at bottom). Funny, witty, and socially on point, “American Crazies” by Raja RG is a hip hop track anyone can get behind.

New York, NY –Earlier this month, Hit Songs Deconstructed (www.HitSongsDeconstructed.com) released its Q2-2017 Top 10 Hit Songwriting Trend Report, which provides an at-a-glance look at the compositional characteristics of what’s trending in the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10. 

Guitarist Ian C. Bouras has scheduled several performances featuring the unique live looping method he uses to present his original style of music. The performance schedule is designed to precede and promote the release of his upcoming album/CD, “Absence.”

Canadian producer and artist Tony Range is causing a heatwave with his new summer anthem, ‘Love Story.’ After hearing this track for the first time, you will immediately start skankin’ to Tony’s tropical vibes.

PSYRUS was founded in 2016 by Andrew K joining forces with friends Tony Checkmar, Dmitry Windom and Anton Punch to create a formidable group who are well on their way to success, while developing creative and innovative music with a electro-rock vibe to wow a global audience. Only legendary groups such as Linkin’ Park and The Beastie Boys have been able to successfully mix genres of music historically. Well, believe me, PSYRUS are set to join that elite group of musicians with the release of their first single, HITCHER.

Guitarist Ian C. Bouras has scheduled several performances featuring the unique live looping method he uses to present his original style of music. The performance schedule is designed to precede and promote the release of his upcoming album/CD, “Absence.”

Barnoldswick indie rockers Suburban Symphony released their debut single “Stepping Stones” on 1st August with Hilltown Records. On the day of its release it made waves on Amazon spending the day at number 1 in the movers and shakers chart, reaching number 3 in the rock chart and number 21 in the all songs chart. The single also managed to reach number 10 in the iTunes rock chart, with the official video hitting 13,000 views on Facebook within hours of its release which you can see below:

Slade Actahvis shows why he would be first pick if there were a draft of top upcoming Ohio rappers, with his soulful, addictive EP ‘Draft Day.’ The EP mixes smooth, club-ready production with ice-cold bars to create a blistering project, which will leave Slade’s competition frostbitten. Having made quality tracks for years, Slade uses this EP to show exactly why he is one of Ohio’s biggest talents.

The event will take place August 8 – 9  at Foro Italico Swimming Pool in Rome and will bring together international teams USA, Australia and Italy as well as athletes of the Energy Standard Team in what promises to be a showcase event following the World Championships in Budapest, which will have concluded the previous week.

The UK team of contemporary-folk artists called Merry Hell have released their latest EP album, “Come On, England!” The EP has been proudly published on the Merry Hell Music independent record label without the direction of the corporate music industry. Genuine, polished, proud and uncompromising, “Come On, England!” is as much a humanitarian rallying cry as it is an English one.

The singer and songwriter of acoustic pop and adult contemporary music known as Paula Punch has released her latest official single, "Lucky Girl." The track has been proudly published on the Punch Park independent record and fashion label without the direction of the corporate music industry. Heartfelt, outspoken, and built on a solid groove, "Lucky Girl" showcases Paula Punch to be one of Australia's most genuine indie music artists for 2017.

Listen to Let’s Go Crazy on - https://soundcloud.com/singer189/lets-go-crazy

Carl Thornton will bring joy to dancefloors around the world with his jubilant new single, ‘Let’s Go Crazy.’ Having already displayed his vocal talents in fantastic, soulful RnB records such as ‘I Remember’ Carl chose funkier vibes as the inspiration for his latest hit. As soon as ‘Let’s Go Crazy’ is played anywhere, your feet will start moving to Carl’s groove. No other track sounds like one of Carl’s songs. His truly unique sound will captivate and delight your eardrums. 

Riding high off the success of their latest EP “Seattle Sessions,” which featured their standout rendition of Pearl Jam’s “Release,” and recent tours with such acts as Candlebox, Theory of a Deadman, Butcher Babies, Amaranthe, and Flyfleaf, Southern alt rockers Lullwater have announced that they have signed a worldwide deal with premier music booking agency TKO.

Tooth and Nail Records alums Jonathan Caro and Justice Gulmatico of Bloodshed have released a new EP album, “Runways to Boulevards,” as My Compatriots. Joining them on the historic release are Matthew Vangalapudi, Hunter Chapman, and producer Matt Lapoint (Disney, Warner Bros., Universal Studios, more). The EP has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Blending power pop grooves with an early-emo aesthetic and painstakingly deliberate song structures, “Runways to Boulevards” by My Compatriots proves that the original spirit of emotional hardcore is still alive.

The rapper known as Ric Wil has released his latest official single, “The Bad Guy.” The track has been dropped in both explicit and radio-ready formats. It is proudly published on the R U Wit It Entertainment independent record label without the direction of the corporate music industry. Steady, heavy, and blending elements of old-school and modern hip hop, “The Bad Guy” is a track rap fans around the world can appreciate.

Luca and Parmar have brought their musical talents together and formed Fortune, a British R&B and Hip Hop duo, who are proud to announce the release of their EP ‘CHINATOWN’. This eclectic compilation of motivational and atmospheric tracks will take the listener to a new level, and is guaranteed to captivate both commercial and genre-specific audiences with its contemporary British urban vibe, creativity and heartfelt stimulating messages.

“Kisses For the Road” is on FIRE!!! - The Gore Boyz released their official video for “Kisses For the Road” on YouTube in April 2017. Since then, they have almost 145k views on their video, the number 2 slot on The Digital Radio Tracker Indie Chart and, just announced, The Akademia Music Award winner Best Pop Music Video in June 2017. (http://www.theakademia.com/music/wfuDA2RNRL2URfdurU3N.html)