In The Spotlight

Carly Pearl – “Over The Influence”

Based in New York City, this eclectic singer and songwriter grew up listening to a lot of jazz, soul and musical theatre. She’s been making her own mark in theatre, as an actress and in music. As part of the national touring act Scruffy Pearls, she played various festivals and opened for other artists. Recently she also guest starred on the CBS TV show FBI: Most Wanted. Inspired by artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and Lauryn Hill, she released her solo debut “Play Me” in 2021.

Trying to empower everyone to realize what influence is trapping your actions and thinking, her new single is a call to be aware and usher in a positive change in your life. Drenched in a honeyed soulful veil, the song gets going with a laidback acoustic guitar. Soon an easygoing rhythm joins the melodic sweetness, blending neo-soul, R&B and jazz into an unique, ear-pleasing sound. And with her Macy Gray-touched vocal warmth, she’s certainly captured the summer sun in every note.

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Music History

Luther (Vandross) – “Funky Music (Is A Part Of Me)”

From their album “Luther” (1978):

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New Music

Pixie Lott – “Somebody’s Daughter”

From her upcoming album “Encino”, to be released on 27 September 2024:

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In The Spotlight

The Heavy Heavy – “Happiness”

Based in Brighton, this band fronted by Will Turner and Georgie Fuller is so nice, they had to name it twice. Both having grown up with genre-bending music from the 60s and early 70s has influenced their retro sound that ranges from rock ‘n roll to blues and from pop to soul. First touring around the UK and Europe, they’ve now expanded to the USA with a tour and TV appearances. Inspired by The Rolling Stones and The Mamas And The Papas, they debuted with “Life And Life Only” in 2022.

Capturing the need to break free from loneliness and boredom, their new single is a sun-drenched, summer-ready celebration of the 60s. Taken from their upcoming album “One Of A Kind”, expected on September 6th, they follow in the footsteps of bands like The Beatles with an uplifting blend of rock and pop. With a monochrome rhythm, vivid electric guitars and layered harmonies, they’ve created a high-spirited vintage journey, gathering sheer happiness along the way.

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Music History

Melissa Etheridge – “Message To Myself”

From her album “The Awakening” (2007):

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New Music

Twenty One Pilots – “Paladin Strait”

From their album “Clancy” (2024):

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