Michael Heathen releases debut solo album '#uck Cancer'

The songwriter and producer of hip hop known as Michael Heathen has released his official solo debut LP, “#uck Cancer.” The record is a charity release with all proceeds benefiting the medical bills of Heathen's mother and others likewise afflicted.

“#uck Cancer” contains 12 original Michael Heathen tracks for an approximate total listening time of half an hour. Like his other material, it has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the G.L.O.A.T. Ent. record label. Direct, packed with grooves, and surprisingly heartfelt, “#uck Cancer” showcases Michael Heathen as one of the most intriguing hip-hop artists the American South has to offer, and promises he has plenty more where that came from.

In addition to the considerable talents of Michael Heathen, himself, “#uck Cancer” also features two performances by his longtime collaborator, G. Champion.

The Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex's Michael Heathen cites as main artistic influences Led Zeppelin, Tech N9ne, Common, Eminem, Bone Thugs n' Harmony, and Tupac Shakur. Heathen's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on verbal gymnastics, gangsta-style instrumentation and enough bass to rattle any license plate, “#uck Cancer” by Michael Heathen has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “#uck Cancer,” Michael Heathen writes: “This album was meant to be my first solo album release, and it is. However, it is now transformed into a vessel to give back. All proceeds from the album will be going to my mom to help recoup her medical bills from her fight against breast cancer, the same cancer that took her mother and sister.”

The Heathens come from strong stock, however.

“My mom beat the cancer,” he writes, “but it still took a toll. I want to be able to help her back to her feet like she always did for me. If, for whatever reason, this album exceeds that type of sales, then the proceeds in excess of my mom's bills will go to help others in similar situations.”

“#uck Cancer” by Michael Heathen on the G.L.O.A.T. Ent. label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, hip hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“#uck Cancer” by Michael Heathen –

https://www.amazon.com/Uck-Cancer-Explicit-Michael-Heathen/dp/B07Y3V9WHQ/

Michael Heathen Official Facebook –

https://www.facebook.com/GloatEnt/

GLOAT Official Instagram –
@gloatent

David Rosenblad releases new album 'Aquarius Rising'

Indie pop, rock and alternative musician David Rosenblad has released his latest official album, “Aquarius Rising.” It has been proudly published as an independent release on the Thirteenth Moon Studio record label. Broadly varied, epic in scope, and exhibiting talents stemming from a kaleidoscopic career in professional music production, “Aquarius Rising” showcases David Rosenblad as an unsung veteran of the art with more music in him than a paragraph could ever describe.

David Rosenblad writes, performs, records and produces music in his own Thirteenth Moon Studio at Austin, TX. He has cited as main artistic influences The Beatles, Miles Davis, Sting, Ravi Shankar, and Peter Gabriel, though his own spiritually tinged style tends always to color outside the lines. Accordingly, with an emphasis on tonal quality, razor-sharp audio production and uber-intuitive songwriting, “Aquarius Rising” by David Rosenblad has a little something for fans of any music genre.

A studio titan in his own right, David Rosenblad has worked with Everclear, Cheap Trick, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Bad Company, Sara Hickman (“Motherlode”), Chrysta Bell (David Lynch), David Newman (“Heathers,” “Bill & Ted's...”), Kirtan artist Dave Stringer, and jazz legend Herbie Mann among a great many others.

Asked to describe the themes of his new “Aquarius Rising” album, Rosenblad writes: “This is an album about Awakening among other things. I am thrilled to offer my latest collection of songs titled after my ascendant (rising sign) Aquarius, which is presently so pertinent in my life and in changes in and all around us as a people and planet. I hope it's fun and nourishing for you to listen to!”

David Rosenblad often performs live at concerts, parties, and Unity spiritual centers, and also enjoys providing electro-acoustic interactive music for yoga and sound-healing events. Rosenblad has been a featured artist at Austin’s International Day of Yoga for many years. He also performs in a popular duo with Kirsten Carter, Venus the Rose (link provided below).

Rosenblad's TV and film credits include work for PBS, A&E, AXS-TV, ThinkFilm, Universal, and many others, with more than 30 credits in feature films and television series. Details may be found on his official IMDB page. His current official bio states that “One of his greatest joys comes in playing music to raise the vibrations of those around him.”

“Aquarius Rising” by David Rosenblad on the Thirteenth Moon Studio label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, alternative music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Aquarius Rising” by David Rosenblad –

https://www.amazon.com/Aquarius-Rising-Explicit-David-Rosenblad/dp/B08236PN4V/

Thirteenth Moon Studio Official Websites –

http://drm-sirreelsound.com/

https://www.facebook.com/thirteenthmoonstudio/

Venus the Rose Official Website –

https://venustherose.com/

Maybesoon release new official video 'Everfall'

The electropop duo known as Maybesoon has released their latest official video, “Everfall.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Hill Street Records record label. A joint effort exhibiting drama, songwriting, stage direction and precise studio production, “Everfall” presents Maybesoon as a visual music project fans of any art form can appreciate. See below for link to “Everfall,” the official video.

Maybesoon (stylized maybesoon) are recording/visual artist Jayme Woj and producer Alan Bukowiecki. They cite as main musical influences Bjork, Pet Shop Boys, Robyn, Radiohead, Erasure, and Swedish artist Jonna Lee. Maybesoon's own sound on “Everfall” takes elements from each of these and adds many fresh and unique elements for a melange all their own.

The official video for “Everfall” has a coherent character from start to finish exhibiting all the duo's talents – which is to say, there's a lot of art packed in there.

“We are currently creating a series of singles and music videos that fuse electronic music with body paint and new emerging technologies to give our fans unique audiovisual experiences,” write Maybesoon in their current official bio.

This amalgam of artistry makes plenty of sense, considering the pedigree of the musicians. Woj and Bukowiecki both come from musical theater, with the former performing as a Hollywood actor, singer, visual artist and stunt performer, the latter as a Broadway musician, conductor and composer.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Everfall,” Maybesoon write, “Everfall was written during a time when frontman Jayme Woj experienced the loss of multiple family members and close friends in quick succession. He wrote the lyrics about the struggles those closest to him were experiencing as they were all forced to navigate and cope with the loss of their loved ones.”

“Writing the lyrics was really my way of trying to make sense of all the different ways people around me were processing their grief,” says Woj. “I never intended to actually put it to music. A few months later … I played a character who was helping his lover move through the stages of grief. Working on the film was a very healing experience for me … After we finished the film I wanted to honor both the loved ones I lost and the character I played who helped me cope, so Alan and I put the lyrics to music.”

The full, in-depth interview may be read at the band's official website (link provided below).

“Everfall” represents the sophomore release from Maybesoon, their debut being “Reverie,” also on Hill Street. It appeared in summer 2019.

“Everfall” by Maybesoon on the Hill Street Records label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, electropop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“everfall” by maybesoon –

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcQlN8vHdvE

Official maybesoon Website –

https://maybesoon.band

maybesoon Official Interview –

https://maybesoon.band/blog/blog/the-everfall-interview

J.S. Tolar releases new alt-prog album 'Dark Eternal Future'

The alternative prog-rock artist known as J.S. Tolar has released his latest official full-length album, “Dark Eternal Future.” The LP contains 13 original J.S. Tolar tracks for an approximate total listening time of over an hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Project M.E.L. record label. Evocative, carefully written, and charged with surgically precise studio production, “Dark Eternal Future” brings J.S. Tolar in a darkly pleasant package fans of any rock genre can get behind.

Virginia's J.S. Tolar cites as main artistic influences Porcupine Tree, Steven Wilson, Katatonia, TesseracT, The Pineapple Thief, and Anathema. Fans of groups like Tool, Opeth, Blackfield, Dream Theater or even King Crimson are sure to find plenty to enjoy in “Dark Eternal Future.”

An almost entirely narrative record, “Dark Eternal Future” tells its story with clarity and cohesion. Concept albums often get sneers from pop fans, but J.S. Tolar's new record manages to be approachable by casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

Asked to describe the meanings of “Dark Eternal Future,” Tolar writes, “It shares the story of The Visionary and his discovery of everlasting life and his brutal act of forcing it onto others. It shares different points of view from those affected and the crumbling world before them.”

J.S. Tolar's current official bio describes him as “a solo artist who meanders between the rock and metal genres … featuring lashings of progressive influence.” It also mentions his penchant for drawing from “other dark multimedia projects, with the psychological horror video game, 'Silent Hill,' also playing a pivotal role in how he injects anxiety-inducing atmosphere into his projects.” His music has elsewhere been called a “canvas for the dark, cerebral energy that lays dormant within his mind until it is transcribed to notes and melodies.”

The man, himself, has said music is his “solace” and “guide for finding a way out of hard life events.”

“I've always found that music has a profound ability to offer perspective and hope to an otherwise dreary situation,” Tolar says of this.

J.S. Tolar also works in a project fronted by Tess Savigear called Visions of Nell who have a release expected sometime in 2020.

“Dark Eternal Future” by J.S. Tolar on the Project M.E.L. label is available online worldwide now. Get in early, alt-prog fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Dark Eternal Future” by J.S. Tolar –

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1EOJ9YjxKrR9FZfc4hwfNT
iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/dark-eternal-future/1485973312

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/j-s-tolar/323069713

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Eternal-Future-J-S-Tolar/dp/B07ZX43TX9/

J.S. Tolar Official Website –

http://www.jstolar.com/

Sherrell Mitchell releases new gospel single 'I Believe' feat. Jamie Najera

Singer/Songwriter & Producer of Gospel Music…Sherrell Mitchell has released his latest single, “I Believe” feat. Jamie Najera and The JLM Worshipers and it’s published as an independent release on Psalm 96 Records label. Mitchell’s new single is the most recent popular release since his June 2019 drop, “Hear O' Israel.” featuring expert vocal work, inspirational songwriting and a strong foundation on the Bible, “I Believe” is a single for any fan of gospel music.

In the past, Sherrell has mentioned that some of his influences come from Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond, John P. Kee, Hezekiah Walker, Donnie McClurkin, Take 6, Israel Houghton, Ben Tankard, Neal Jones, Grady Austin, and Cora Jackson. Fans of these and other Contemporary Christian Artists should seriously consider Rell's “I Believe” track for the holiday season 2019.

He began his musical journey as a church percussionist in his youth, but learned to play the piano with training and mentorship by some great teachers…Vivian Perryman, Darryl Hawk, Kay Classy and Phil Curry. Today Sherrell continues today to humble serve the Pacific Northwest Christian Community with his love for the Lord and his musical gifts.

His 2016 albums, “The JLM Project” and “The Mass Of New Vision” continue to gain popularity, as do his other 2019 singles, “Salt Of The Earth” and “Hear O' Israel.”

“All things are possible with God,” Rell writes, “and I'm truly grateful for the beautiful gift of music that He's given me. Spreading the Gospel through musical expression, one song at a time for an Audience of One, as the world listens on.”

“I Believe” by Sherrell Mitchell on the Psalm 96 Records label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now.

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sherrell-mitchell/1067714613

Young Sauc33 releases new EP album 'Underestimated'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip hop known as Young Sauc33 has released his latest official EP album, “Underestimated.” The EP album contains six original Young Sauc33 tracks for an approximate total listening time of 20 mins. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Unabashed, in-your-face, and with plenty of youthful aggression, “Underestimated” showcases Young Sauc33 as one of the most intriguing rap artists closing out 2019 and promises he has plenty more where that came from.

St. Louis, MO's Young Sauc33 cites as main artistic influences Lil Wayne, Yo Gotti, J Cole, Drake, and Gucci Mane. Sauc33's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on thumping bass, rattling rhythms and plenty of verbal gymnastics, “Underestimated” by Young Sauc33 has a little something for every fan of the St. Louis underground.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Underestimated,” Young Sauc33 writes simply: “Free will.”

Young Sauc33 is a 24-yr-old performer working two jobs and hitting the mic on the side.

“Every chance I get,” he writes, “I get on stage to perform or just utilize my time making hit records – so, correction: three jobs.”

This work ethic doesn't just lead Sauc33 to the punchclock and the stage, but also to hard work in the studio and networking in the music industry.

“I strive for excellence,” Sauc33 says. “I network with DJs overseas and in different states to get my song played. I'm currently unsigned, but I want to make music for the movies, clubs, commercials, anything. I can get into musicals, even.”

Though surprisingly humble, Young Sauc33 still has eyes on the top.

“If I don't make it big today,” he says, “there's always tomorrow.”

“Underestimated” by Young Sauc33 is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Underestimated” by Young Sauc33 –

https://www.amazon.com/Underestimated-Explicit-Young-Sauc33/dp/B07YXL2KW3/

Bass veteran Jan Baynard releases debut single 'Hello Bombshell'

The songwriter and producer of pop, electronic, jazz and other kinds of music known as Jan Baynard has released his official debut single, “Hello Bombshell.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Upbeat, energetic, and undeniably fun, “Hello Bombshell” reminds the world that Jan Baynard is one of Georgia's most entertaining and inexhaustible songwriters.

Savannah, GA's Jan Baynard cites as main artistic influences James Brown, James Taylor, the Mahavishnu Orchestra, John McLaughlin, Tonex, Pat Martino, John Coltrane, Kirk Franklin, Barbra Streisand, and Michel LeGrand. Jan Baynard's own sound changes from release to release, but tends to take elements from each of these for a result that is all his own. This present drop of “Hello Bombshell” stirs the best attributes of '90s dance music with pro-level RnB singing backed with pop harmonies. The effect works well for earbuds, car stereos, and nightclub playlists alike.

With an emphasis on its thumping bass line, funky groove and Motown-tinged vocals, “Hello Bombshell” by Jan Baynard has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Hello Bombshell,” Baynard simply calls it a “happy song for lovely ladies!”

A veteran of both the stage and studio, Jan Baynard first studied bass guitar privately in Philadelphia with jazz legends such as Chuck Anderson, Joe Federico, Pat Martino and Dennis Sandole (John Coltrane, James Moody, et al). Encouraged by his teachers to compose originals, Baynard then took a year to study at ASCAP songwriting symposiums in New York City before moving again to Augusta, Georgia to attend the Paine College for Music. It was at this time that he joined a jazz and RnB crew with three members of James Brown's band to perform throughout Georgia.

After this, Baynard moved to the famous music hotbed of Nashville, TN at Music Row, where he continued to write and perform while networking with some of the finest session musicians and producers in the world. This led him to Fort Lauderdale, where he joined on as a singer and bass player in combos aboard cruise liners which toured Alaska, Hawaii, Africa, Europe, Central and North America, as well as the Caribbean Sea. Throughout it all, Baynard continued to pen his original songs.

Jan Baynard's debut solo EP record, a pop album called “Incredible” which featured the popular title track, “Incredible, Incredible.” His current official bio closes with a public dedication: “Jan anxiously looks forward to touring and performing his music for his fans and friends all around the globe.”

“Hello Bombshell” by Jan Baynard is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, pop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Hello Bombshell” by Jan Baynard –

https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Bombshell-Jan-Baynard/dp/B07ZK383L4/

Official Websites –

https://itsmyurls.com/janbaynard#

McKinney and Harris Music Group releases new single 'Homicide' feat. Hooodluum and LWay

The songwriters and producers of rap and hip hop known as McKinney and Harris Music Group have released their latest official single, “Homicide.” The single has been released in both an explicit and a radio-friendly version and is suitable for play in public or private. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the McKinney & Harris Music Group record label. Melodic, mellow and bearing elements of both RnB and hip hop, “Homicide” showcases McKinney and Harris as one of the most unique and promising crews Missouri has produced in recent memory.

St. Louis's McKinney and Harris Music Group cite as main artistic influences UGK, St. Lunatics, No Limit, Rap-a-Lot, Def Jam, the Dayton Family, Three6 Mafia, and The Roc, among others. MHMG's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on groove, tone, and their own homegrown style of hip-hop vocal work, “Homicide” by McKinney and Harris Music Group has a little something for every fan of the sound.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Homicide,” McKinney and Harris write only: “Enjoy life.”

Hooodluum (also sometimes known as HDB) has said he loves to listen to all different genres of music. His current official bio states that he loves to produce music both for himself and other artists. His interests also fall into the areas of film and fashion.

“It's only a matter of time before he becomes a staple in all thee areas he has interests in,” says McKinney and Harris Music Group.

Hooodluum is known for posting to social media with his characteristic brand hashtag, #beASPIRED.

Lway was born Lorin Harris. His current official bio describes him as “an emerging hip-hop artist” as well as a “singer, songwriter, and music producer” who “breathes music 24/7 and delivers a unique sound and impactful lyricism throughout his discography.”

Growing up, Lway's family consisted of musicians who helped nurture him into the music arts early in life. He has said that he “seeks to leave a lasting impact on the listener’s minds through his music” and that “With an upcoming tour in April 2020, LWay will spread his message to the masses.”

“Homicide” by McKinney and Harris Music Group on the McKinney and Harris Music Group label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Homicide” by McKinney and Harris Music Group –

https://www.amazon.com/Homicide-Explicit-Hooodluum-MHMG-feat/

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Vibee Musik releases new album 'Catch A Vibee'

The hip-hop, new-age, RnB and pop music crew known as Vibee Musik have released their latest official album, “Catch A Vibee.” The album contains seven original Vibee Musik tracks for an approximate total listening time of 25 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Ark Music Entertainment record label. Sonorous, melodic, and packaged with everything that makes pop music go pop, “Catch A Vibee” proves that Vibee Musik has much more than mere potential.

Vibee Musik are Kelly Love, Demetrius Love, Anthony Love, and Rodney Love of Bristol, Tennessee. They cite as main artistic influences TI, Shawty Low, Franchise boys, Jackson 5, Shop Boyz, Outkast, R. Kelly, Boyz II Men, Silk, Chris Brown, Prince, Jodeci, Johnny Gill, Drake, Rihanna, New Edition, Meek Mills, and Migos.

Of these, Vibee Musik's own sound has most in common with the RnB groups such as Jackson 5 and B2M but with an updated style and less melodramatic delivery. With an emphasis on heartfelt singing and upbeat attitudes, “Catch A Vibee” by Vibee Musik has a little something for every fan of pop, hip hop and RnB.

Speaking of their start in music, Vibee write: “Our parents managed our older brothers' R&B group. We mentioned to our brothers that we could sing and wanted to do music, too. They locked us in our room with music (lol) and told us that we could come out when we had a hit song. The rest is history.”

The Vibee Musik boys originally come from Atlanta, GA, but have put down deep roots in Bristol, TN.

“They love Bristol,” says their label, Ark Music Ent. “They're very passionate about giving back to

their community. They are involved with several non- profit organizations, and have even written a hit song about Bristol. As young boys growing up amongst 15 other family members in Bowen homes in Atlanta, music was always their go-to for release when times were hard.”

“Having the opportunity to be amongst artists like Shawty Lo, Dem Franchize Boyz, Shop Boyz, and TI before our own fame played a major part in our lives,” write Vibee Musik. “It helped us realize that with hard work, anything is possible! This is what makes us who we are today.”

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Catch A Vibee,” Ark Music Ent. writes, “This album is for you! No matter your age, gender, or ethnicity, the album title says it all. You will 'Catch a Vibee!'”

“Catch A Vibee” by Vibee Musik on the Ark Music Entertainment label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, hip hop, new age, RnB and pop music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Catch A Vibee” by Vibee Musik –

https://www.amazon.com/Catch-Vibee-Explicit-Musik/dp/B07Z5FMHCN/

Jahzo releases new single 'Dutty Wine'

The songwriter and producer of reggae and dancehall music known as Jahzo has released his latest official single, “Dutty Wine.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. In addition to the considerable talents of Jahzo, himself, “Dutty Wine” also features the talents of popular S. African artist Swazi K. Fun, danceable, and bringing that legitimate SA reggae sound, “Dutty Wine” showcases Jahzo as one of the most intriguing dancehall music artists of summer 2019 and promises he has plenty more where that came from. The single “Dutty Wine” has been presented by Rudebwoy Entertainment.

South Africa's Jahzo cites as main artistic influences Jamaican artists such as Mavado, Agent Sasco (AKA "Assassin"), Alkaline, Buju Banton, Bob Marley, Busy Signal and Popcaan. Jahzo's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's reggae fans have heard before. With an emphasis on rhythm and a heavy dose of mellow good humor, “Dutty Wine” by Jahzo is sure to please every longtime listener of the style.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Dutty Wine,” Jahzo writes, “'Dutty Wine' shares a message of fun and happiness in the spirit of summer, making it a good jam for the season.”

Jahzo was born Khathutshelo Trevor Muambadzi in Venda, Limpopo, South Africa.

“I fell in love with dancehall music during my varsity years in Cape Town,” he writes. “It was not until 2008 that I had my first opportunity to record my first song at Rudebwoy Entertainment Studios, which I now co-own with my brother.”

From that beginning it was clear Jahzo would be a popular name in the scene. His first track featured Major and Selector Jugglin. He has said that that’s when he realized he could contribute towards the South African dancehall movement.

2011 saw the release of his popular “Dem ah Fraud” single, which received play on public radio such as Phalaphala FM and YFM. The track later got an official music video which surfaced in 2013. This was followed by “Step Weh from Bottom” and “Burn Dem,” produced by Flyweh records in Cape Town and released in 2015. 2016 found Jahzo dropping his “Where Mi Come From” single, which also aired on Phalaphala FM, YFM and Tshwane FM, and which also received an official music video in 2016. His “African Queen” 2017 single saw him paired with Ghanaian artist June Hype, with whom he shot another video, this time directed by the country's best director, Kofi Awuah, who would go on to present this current release of “Dutty Wine.” 2018: Jahzo drops “Kuff Dem” feat. Bun Pot and Muzzla Kartel. The song goes on high rotation on YFM and other stations. Again a music video, again it is well received and makes it to Reggaeville and Channel O, as did “African Queen.”

Jahzo's 17 track EP, “The Intro,” appeared as a free download in 2018, featuring artists like Bun Pot and Swazi K, the latter of whom is also featured on “Dutty Wine.”

“Dutty Wine” represents the first taste of Jahzo's official debut LP album of the same name, “Dutty Wine,” which commemorates his tenth year in music. The entire album has an expected drop date of December 2019.

“Dutty Wine” was produced, mixed and mastered by Paul Hauss in Germany. Hauss has worked with dancehall artists such as Busy Signal, I-Octane, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer and many more.

“Dutty Wine” by Jahzo is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, reggae and dancehall music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Dutty Wine” by Jahzo –

https://www.amazon.com/Dutty-Wine-Jahzo-feat-Swazi/dp/B07YGYFC2B/

Jahzo Official Instagram –

@jahzoh

Jahzo Official Website –

http://www.Jahzomusic.com

El artista de música norteña El RH ha lanzado su último álbum, "Mi Mentor El Grande”

El compositor e intérprete de música norteña conocido como “El RH” ha lanzado su más reciente material discográfico, "Mi Mentor El Grande". El álbum contiene 13 canciones originales para un tiempo de escucha total aproximado de 40 minutos. Este lanzamiento se publica orgullosamente bajo su sello independiente.  Es un disco que contiene tanto corridos llegadores como temas para enamorar y hasta bailar. mostrando a “El RH” como uno de los artistas de Regional Mexicano más prometedor del año.

    Además del álbum, su primer sencillo y video musical, "El Ayudante", en total 6 corridos cuenta con la colaboración especial de Los Originales de San Juan. El tema “Perfecta” logró colocarse en los primeros lugares de popularidad en varias estaciones radiales en México y realizando apariciones en importantes medios de comunicación en los Estados Unidos.

    El RH (Roberto Hernández) cita como principales influencias artísticas a Pedro Infante, Vicente Fernández, Banda Recoditos y por supuesto Los Originales de San Juan. Su sonido toma elementos de cada uno de estos y agrega algo fresco y único para darle a los fanáticos una nueva forma de disfrutar la música mexicana.

    En el 2018, el cantante tuvo la oportunidad de reencontrarse después de muchos años con sus compatriotas Los Originales de San Juan, quienes sin dudarlo decidieron apoyar el nuevo disco del RH. - “Surgió en un encuentro no planeado entre Chuy Chavez y yo en Reno NV donde ellos tenían una presentación. Don Chuy me conoce desde muy niño y me reconoció, me invitó a cantar al escenario y después platicamos para ponernos al día, le comenté de mi proyecto y le gustó la idea, quien estuvo dispuesto a ser parte ejecutiva y en noviembre del 2018 grabamos los temas en su estudio”. Comenta Roberto. Su nuevo disco fue grabado en “Estudio Cuarenta” de Guadalajara, Jalisco, acompañado por los músicos Los Originales de San Juan y bajo la ingeniería de grabación y masterización estuvo a cargo de Juan Gallardo Guevara.

     De la biografía oficial actual de Roberto "El RH" Hernández:

    Hernández, tuvo el privilegio desde adolescente, presentarse en varios festivales importantes como la tradicional Fiesta Broadway del centro de Los Ángeles en tres ocasiones, además tuvo la oportunidad de alternar con grandes leyendas de la época de oro como el Sr. Antonio Aguilar y familia, Joan Sebastián, Las Jilguerillas, Chelo, Gerardo Reyes, Humberto Herrera, Federico Villa, Flor Silvestre, Alicia Juárez, Chayito Valdez, Rosenda Bernal, lucha villa y más.

    En años recientemente Roberto también ha girado en varias regiones en México como en los estados de Michoacán, Jalisco, Guerrero, Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Tamaulipas y Durango; alternando en eventos masivos con La Arrolladora, Los Tucanes de Tijuana, Graciela Beltrán, Banda La Trakalosa de Monterrey, La Leyenda, entre otros más. 

    Sus 9 anteriores producciones discográficas son: “Pídele Al Cielo” (Mariachi), “La Niña De Los Listones” (banda), “La Abuela Vaquera” (techno banda), “El Amor se Va” (norteño), “Lo Que Siento Por Ti” (sierreño), “Para Que No Me Olvides” (banda), “Para Que Vuelves” (banda), “Supe Perder” (banda), y “Demasiado Bonita” (banda). "Mi Mentor el Grande" de El RH ya había clasificado el álbum número 79 de música latina más popular dos semanas antes de que fuera lanzado.

    “Mi Mentor El Grande” de “El RH” bajo su sello independiente está ya en más de 600 tiendas digitales en todo el mundo y disponible para los amantes de la Música Regional Mexicana.

    Sigan al el RH en sus redes sociales:

  Instagram: @elRHmusica
  Facebook: @elRHmusica

Contacto para entrevistas en medios de comunicación o Contrataciones:  Sr. Roberto Matías Hernandez USA - Whatsapp + 1 (602) 515-1522

Matt Hoy releases new album 'Touch'

After 10 years with Ali Campbell and his chapter of UB40 and extensive touring in the UK, Europe and throughout the world, the very talented Matt Hoy has found the time to record his first ever solo album “TOUCH”.

Birmingham (UK) born Matt has produced a superb record featuring 11 tracks of modern Reggae music that deliver pure listening pleasure. Collaborations with artistes like 2017 Grammy award nominees Raging Fyah (Best Reggae Album) and a duet with Ali Campbell help to make this a Must Have album for music lovers.

"TOUCH" will be released on Mana Records on October 18th 2019 via Octiive distribution’s worldwide online music stores.

The video for ‘’Happy’’ the first song of the album will be available on most video music streaming networks from October 2019.

Plans for a 2020 UK tour and a tour of New Zealand are at an advanced stage.

The Album launch will be celebrated with a Live Gig @ one of Birmingham’s (UK) most recognised music venue’s ‘’The Hare & Hound’’ on Sunday, October 20th 2019.

''TOUCH'' has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the ''Mana Records'' music label. Classy, mellow, and full of groove, “Touch” showcases Matt Hoy as a premier new pop and reggae artist for the new era and promises he's got ''plenty more where that came from''.

Matt Hoy cites George Michael, Prince, and Motown soul as main artistic influences. His own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on catchy hooks and a metric ton of tenderness “Touch” by Matt Hoy has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overal message of “Touch,” Matt Hoy simply say's, “Celebrate Love, Life and Happiness – always.”

Matt has been performing music since the age of 11. His most formative early work came in the form of a band, Jojunc, which featured Karl Brazil on drums and Sean Barry on keyboards. Playing largely covers of Prince and Jamiroquai as well as selections from Motown, they moved on to originals before splitting up to chase other projects with Brazil joining James Blunt and Robbie Williams, Barry becoming musical director and keyboardist for Olly Murs.

Hoy, himself signed with Sony and teamed up with songwriter Terry Ronald (Kylie Minogue, S Club 7). At this time he shared the stage with several notable figures, such as Boy George, Wet Wet Wet, and Chaka Khan. He later sang backups for Ali Campbell of UB40, which further inculcated the Reggea feel in his style. He continues to play with UB40 featuring Ali & Astro  with which crew he has toured extensively worldwide for the better part of a decade.

Matt Hoy's style on “Touch” has been elsewhere described as, “If George Michael would have done Reggae – this is what it would have sounded like.” In addition to the considerable talents of Hoy, himself, “Touch” also features performances by Ali Campbell and Astro (UB40) and 2017 Grammy Nominees Raging Fyah from Jamaica.

“Touch” by Matt Hoy on the Mana Records label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, pop and reggae fans.

“Touch” by Matt Hoy –

https://www.amazon.com/Touch-Matt-Hoy/dp/B07WDNMSHV/

Oxnylia releases new album 'Sovṙeignty'

The songwriter and producer of sonorous experimental music known as Oxnylia has released her latest official album, “Sovṙeignty.” The album contains 14 original Oxnylia tracks for an approximate total listening time of nearly an hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Shatabhisha record label. Undeniably beautiful, inimitably creative, and founded on spiritual and metaphysical principles, “Sovṙeignty” showcases Oxnylia as one of the most intriguing independent music artists in recent memory.

Oxnylia cites as main artistic influences Bjork, Radiohead, PJ Harvey, and Led Zeppelin. Oxnylia's own sound takes elements from each of these: the space-age style of the first, the dreamlike quality of the second, and the rebelliousness of the third and fourth, at the very least. But the sonic experience itself makes up maybe a third of the avenues suggested by “Sovṙeignty.”

Taking into account Oxnylia's extremely deliberate lyric poetry, listeners have the option to simply melt into them and enjoy their syllabic sound and meter. Alternately, they supply more than enough food for profound reflection without suggesting even a hint of debate. What's more, combined with the ambient, soothing rhythms and chord progressions – which would make fine songs on their own, in fact – Oxnylia's lyrics may even be used for meditation. It seems this meditative quality of her music is intentional, too, considering the fractal and cosmic imagery on her official YouTube channel, which already has in excess of 5000 followers.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Sovṙeignty,” Oxnylia writes, “The message is meant to inspire and awaken each individual's Sovereignty, reclaiming your human birthrights and liberating yourself from the Matrix.”

Appropriately titled, “Sovṙeignty” goes far to inspire such personal liberty, often exhorting the listener with lyrics such as “Don't let them contain you.”

Oxnylia proudly and purposefully composes music in 432Hz (sometimes referred to as scientific pitch, or Verdi's A after composer Giuseppe Verdi). Her label, Shatabhisha, is named for the 24th nakshatra in Hindu astronomy, ruled by Varuna, deity of oceans and of the west.

“Sovṙeignty” by Oxnylia on the Shatabhisha label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, sonorous experimental music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Sovṙeignty” by Oxnylia –

https://www.amazon.com/Sovṙeignty-Oxnylia/dp/B07XWD1XMC/

Oxnylia Official Instagram –

@oxnylia

Oxnylia Official YouTube –

youtube.com/oxnylia

MMOBB releases new album 'The Relapse'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip hop known as MMOBB has released his latest official album, “The Relapse.” It contains 11 original MMOBB tracks for a listening time of around half an hour. MMOBB's “The Relapse” LP has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the CYG Productions record label. Razor-sharp, sonically inspired and innovative in several ways, “The Relapse” showcases MMOBB as one of the most intriguing rap and hip-hop artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

In addition to the skills of MMOBB, himself, “The Relapse”'s also features the talents of Phenomenal Randy on the record's opening track, “Rage.”

Houston, TX's MMOBB cites as main artistic influences Johnny Cash, Nirvana, Drake, Mos Def, T.I., and Snoop Dogg. MMOBB's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With a double emphasis on highly addictive melodies and carefully deliberated urban poetry, “The Relapse” by MMOBB has a little something for even the most dedicated purist of the sound.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “The Relapse,” MMOBB writes clearly: “Addiction, heartbreak, family over everything -- don't settle for bullsh-t.”

“The Relapse” by MMOBB comes hot on the heels of his September 2019 popular single release, “I Do It For,” which continues to garner fan and critical acclaim.

“The Relapse” by MMOBB on the CYG Productions label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“The Relapse” by MMOBB –

https://www.amazon.com/Relapse-Explicit-MMOBB/dp/B07Y9GPHB7/

MMOBB Official Instagram –

@mmobb_93

Joe Sal releases new single 'She-Cat' feat. David Jackson

The songwriter and producer of alt-rock known as Joe Sal has released his latest official single, “She-Cat.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. In addition to the skills of Sal, himself, “She-Cat” also features sax performances by David Jackson of The Van Der Graaf Generator fame. While this is the first fully fledged recording of the track, it also appears on Sal's popular "Live at Scimmie" solo EP (2014) which continues to garner fame. Jazzy, bluesy, and with plenty of feline swagger, “She-Cat” showcases Joe Sal as one of Italy's premier rock singers and guitarists.

Milan's Giorgio “Joe Sal” Salati cites as main artistic influences Chris Cornell, Jeff Buckley, Stevie Wonder, and interestingly, Andrew Lloyd Webber. His own sound has most in common with Cornell, particularly in the vocal department. Rock fans will be hard-pressed to decide whether Sal is primarily a singer or primarily a guitarist. Sponsored by both LOUD Guitars and DG Amps & Pedals, he's all geared up but can occasionally sound best as a simple singer-songwriter. With an emphasis on strong songwriting, solid riff work and raw, natural, gritty vocals, “She-Cat” by Joe Sal has a little something for every alt-rock fan.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “She-Cat,” Joe Sal writes, “People think that cats are selfish animals, but it's not that true.”

If you're not buying it right away, don't worry. Sal's got logic behind his claim:

“They stay locked up all day in our houses, getting bored and waiting for their beloved humans. In the evening the humans come back home, have dinner, watch TV and then go to sleep, so their cats get bored again all night long. Maybe our cats love us more than we love them. That's the reason for the sad mood of this song, which talks about a female cat waiting all the time for a little attention from his beloved man.”

Joe Sal has been playing original music since the nineties when his older brother, Ettori Salati (The Watch, Alex Carpani Band, RedZen, SoulEngine) taught him the pentatonic scale. By 1999, he'd started fronting a trio, KickStart. They produced an LP, 2003's “Fuel,” and a single, “I Am Free,” in 2006. In addition to festival appearances, they were featured in magazines and on radio and TV shows. Sal went solo in 2012, and was soon offered a collaboration project with David Jackson of the UK's Van Der Graaf Generator. The next four years saw him touring worldwide and performing vocals on two Alex Carpani Band LPs, “4 Destinies” and “So Close So Far,” which also featured brother Ettore Salati and Van Der Graaf Generator's David Jackson, as well as Bologna's famed prog-rocker Alex Carpani on keys.

Besides his aforementioned solo record, "Live at Scimmie," his most prominent material appeared in the form of singles, “No Lies” (2018) and “I Belong to the Sun” (2019).

She-Cat sounds a bit different from the previous alternative rock oriented singles. The sound of S-C is jazzy and acoustic, and mr David Jackson's saxophones is the extra gear that makes the song fly.

“She-Cat” by Joe Sal is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, alt-rock fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“She-Cat” by Joe Sal –

https://www.amazon.com/She-Cat-Joe-Sal/dp/B07XW814L6/

Official Sites and Channels –

www.joesal.eu

www.youtube.com/joesalchan

Boman releases new single 'Company'

The songwriter and producer of Afro pop, R&B and soul known as Boman has released his latest official single, “Company.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry via Pabi Entertainment artist mgmt. Warm, fun, and endlessly danceable, “Company” showcases Boman as perhaps the most intriguing pop artist to come out of Nigeria in 2019 so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Lagos's Boman cites as main artistic influences Usher, B2K, Micheal Jackson, Bobby Valentino, Banky W, 2Face Idibia, and Styleplus. Boman's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on rhythm, groove, and welcoming singing from the creative artist himself, “Company” by Boman has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Company,” Boman writes of “The need for love, trust, happiness and companionship.”

Boman has been earnestly and enthusiastically playing music since childhood. The art was inculcated through his sibling.

“The love for music started through my elder sister,” he writes, “who had all the songs playing on the radio. I remixed a couple of songs and started writing songs, recording, and performing.”

Fans new to Boman can learn more about him and his unique spin on Afro pop at his official Instagram (link provided below).

“Company” by Boman is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, Afro pop, R&B and soul fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Company” by Boman –

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YQ6VBSM/

Boman Official Instagram –

@iam_boman

2J Chandler releases new single 'It's Chandler'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip-hop known as 2J Chandler has released his latest official single, “It's Chandler.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the DuoGang record label. Direct, ambitious, and totally unadulterated, “It's Chandler” showcases 2J Chandler as one of the most intriguing rap and hip-hop artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Chicago's 2J Chandler cites as main artistic influences Lil Wayne, Tupac Shakur, and Youngboy. Chandler's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on verbal gymnastics over minimalist beats, “It's Chandler” by 2J Chandler has a little something for everybody.

Asked to talk about his start in hip hop, 2J Chandler says “It's been a part of me since birth,” adding also that he got his start in studio production via recording takes in a closet at the age of just 13.

In describing the overall themes and meaning of “It's Chandler,” 2J Chandler writes that it's “A story of my life and an insight to the things around me.”

If anything can be gleaned from this present release from DuoGang, though, it's that 2J isn't about to finish. He's just getting started.

“Just determined to show the world that I am one of the best artists of my time,” writes Chandler. “Music is my life with or without the recognition though, I should not be this slept on...”

“It's Chandler” by 2J Chandler on the DuoGang label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“It's Chandler” by 2J Chandler –

https://www.amazon.com/Its-Chandler-Explicit-2J/dp/B07Y3V8ZX2/

Kate Soul releases debut EP album 'Dark 'n' Bright'

The songwriter and producer of pop music known as Kate Soul has released her debut EP album, “Dark 'n' Bright.” The EP contains five original Kate Soul tracks and an intro for an approximate total listening time of 20 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Sultry, chill, and indeed not a little shadowy, “Dark 'n' Bright” showcases Kate Soul as one of East Europe's biggest surprises of the year.

Ukraine's Kate Soul cites as main artistic influences Meg Myers, Regina Spektor, Elsiane, Deftones, The XX, and Jeff Buckley. Her own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result which lies somewhere between the spaciness of Bjork, the classiness of Tori Amos, and the creativity of Regina Spektor. With an emphasis on intuitive, meaningful songwriting and genuine, heartfelt performances, “Dark 'n' Bright” by Kate Soul has a little something for every fan of great music.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Dark 'n' Bright,” Kate Soul writes: “It reveals the feeling of revaluation, the feeling of being in a wrong place, comprehension of self-consciousness and just being attentive to your self. It also touches the love subject, being able actually to feel the love, give it, not only to accept. 'Dark 'n' Bright' is a man's condition which is constantly changing but still brings us tons of colours.”

Other themes on her debut record include various philosophical thoughts, living with mixed-up value systems, feelings of isolation and emptiness, and more.

An autodidactic musician, Kate Soul has written and performed music in the experimental pop, downtempo, indie-pop, psychedelic, alternative rock, trip-hop, and soul categories. Having begun singing in earnest in 2010, she first played in the One Bad Planet band prior to this current solo career which takes wing with “Dark 'n' Bright.”

“Dark 'n' Bright” by Kate Soul is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, pop music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Dark 'n' Bright” by Kate Soul –

https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Bright-Explicit-Kate-Soul/dp/B07YDBPP1M/

Official Instagram –

@katesul_official

Official Facebook –

https://www.facebook.com/katesoul/

Lindbloom releases new EP album 'Back Tracks'

The songwriter and producer of hard rock known as Lindbloom has released his latest official EP album, “Back Tracks.” The EP album contains three never-before-released Lindbloom tracks for an approximate listening time of 10 minutes. Part metal, part classic rock and all octane, “Back Tracks” showcases Lindbloom as one of the most intriguing rock music artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

For this post-facto release of “Back Tracks,” Sweden's Lindbloom cites as main artistic influences Deep Purple, Yngwie Malmsteen, Symphony X, Soundgarden, Ozzy Osbourne, Allan Holdsworth, and John Scofield. With an emphasis on Lindbloom's signature guitar and howling vocal work by Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse), “Back Tracks” by Lindbloom has a little something for every fan of the original metal sound.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Back Tracks,” Lindbloom writes, “In early 2006, Eclipse singer Erik Mårtensson and I recorded several demos together. 'Back Tracks' contains my personal favorites from that session. I wrote the music and lyrics (lyrics together with Jerry R. Steele Jr. on 'Thank You') towards the end of 2005, and I think they deserve to see the light of day.”

The artist goes on to note that, as has proven true for many independent recordings, technological progress may be thanked for the release of these songs.

“I didn't release them back then because these were demos,” Lindbloom writes, “and internet publishing possibilities were much more limited than today. The songs gained the attention of a couple of record companies, but other things were going on in my life at that time and for various reasons I lost interest in signing a deal.”

Fans of Lindbloom will note a different direction from the more progressive material on his recent “Lady Opium” record.

Lindbloom says of “Back Tracks,” “These tunes are bursting with energy. At the time of recording, I was mostly playing metal, and that kind of energy is still very close to my heart, although these days I combine it with jazz/fusion/funk etc., as you can hear on, 'Lady Opium.' But my love for metal remains the same, and I thought it would be fun to release these tracks, too.”

Magnus Lindbloom has toured and played with such heavy-hitters as Morgan Ågren (Frank Zappa) and Göran Edman (Yngwie Malmsteen). His guitar techniques and performances have been lauded by famed virtuoso Greg Howe. “Back Track” features singing by renowned lead vocalist Erik Mårtensson of Eclipse as Lindbloom and Mårtensson were closely working together at the time these demos were recorded.

“Back Tracks” by Lindbloom is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, prog rock fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Back Tracks” by Lindbloom –

https://www.amazon.com/Back-Tracks-Lindbloom/dp/B07XFK4MQN/