In The Spotlight

Vanessa Lynn Bird – “Break Away”

This Texan pop/country songbird from San Antonio was born to be on stage. Ever since she and her brothers got up on stage when she was 4 years young to rock out to the Ghostbusters theme at their dad’s Christmas party, she knew where she belonged. Many school and church productions and an University degree later, she started performing live. She’s currently working on her debut EP.

Her latest single, which is an ode to freedom, bursts with plentiful country twang, wrapped in a catchy pop envelope. Her sublime, energetic vocals take the listener by the ears and sweeping percussion, electric jangling guitars and a plucky banjo make it a lively, boot-stompin’ hoedown. It’s impossible to sit still with this wonderfully upbeat and riveting tune.

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Music History

Fiction Plane – “Two Sisters”

From their album “Left Side Of The Brain” (2007):

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New Music

Simple Minds – “Magic”

From their upcoming album “Walk Between Worlds”, to be released on 2 February 2018:

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In The Spotlight

My Son The Hurricane – “Birthday Cake”

These 14 Canadian musicians got together to create an invigorating funk beast of epic proportions. Blending New Orleans style grooves with funk, jazz and hip hop, they’ve invented a new exhilarating sound they call “Brasshop”. Their rousing rhythm section, including 2 trombones, sousaphone, 2 trumpets and 2 saxophones, provides a sound extravaganza which is unparalleled.

Happy birthday to us, because they effortlessly blend funkalicious beats and their spectacular horns with rap and hip hop on their latest single. An incredibly catchy bass line carries the rap from the infectious brass-laden chorus to an awe-inspiring sax solo. The blazingly full-bodied orchestral sound is astonishing, allowing the rap and vocals to shine brightly on this slice of musical bliss.

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Music History

Rufus & Chaka Khan – “Masterjam”

From their album “Masterjam” (1979):

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New Music

Toto – “Spanish Sea”

From their album “40 Trips Around The Sun”, to be released on 9 February 2018:

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