Tuesday

Following my exposure to more music courtesy of social media, here's a list of acts that I'm looking forward to hopefully seeing perform live.

The first two are already guaranteed and they are El Born and Lauren Aquilina.






El Born kick off an extensive headline tour on the 7th of January, I will be fortunate enough to be in attendance of their official EP Launch.







In February, I will see the talented Lauren Aquilina perform at the O2 Academy as part of her popular UK Headline Tour.









Other Musical Acts I hope I will be able to see gigging include gifted guitarist Charlene Soraia, as you can see this female vocalist is in a class of her own.

Marie Dahlstrøm's vocals really are a rare musical treat so the chance to hear them as is intended would be an opportunity not to be missed.



Katie J White, I was blown away by both her vocal skills and also her mastery of the bass guitar.

Katie J White performing Fire In My Belly Live

Aylin Eser, once the album is complete and released we can expect this talented band to perform on British Shores.

Aylin Eser performing You've Got to Serve Somebody live

E.B.R.U given her energetic and captivating performances, welcoming the opportunity to experience her newest material performed live will be a real treat indeed.


Finally I hope Jess King will organise musical performances in the UK.


This concludes my provisional gigs list.

Must See Gigs for 2014

Monday


“In a series of vlogs Princess Nyah brings you a very rough, honest diary of events that have taken shape in her life. The self managed artist shares never seen before footage and gives you an honest take on how she was feeling at the time.”

Veteran British singer Princess Nyah takes us behind the scenes of her world as an artist by sharing with us a series of vlogs aptly titled Princess Diaries. These two new episodes titled “Showdown” and “The Journey” show the behind-the-scenes action of her performance at the legendary Wembley Arena last year and all the drama that ensued on the night. Watch it all below…

The Journey”:

Princess Nyah I Princess Diaries I Series 1 - Episode 4 I The Journey I


Moelogo + Mista Silva – Dem Girls (Live Band Session) | Music Video

Saturday

The Badddest Guy Ever Olamide has premièred the video to his latest single “Turn Up”. The video directed by Mr Moe Musa was shot in London and features Olamide performing to his fans at the Cokobar Music Festival and also an impressive performance from the D3 Dancers. “Turn Up” was produced by Pheelz and is off Olamide‘s latest album Baddest Guy Ever Liveth. Check out and enjoy the “Turn Up” video down Below…

Olamide – Turn Up | Music Video



KIN – Ada Owerri | New Music


disclosure
“This is the product of a day in Timber St Studios with Disclosure, Sam Smith, Jimmy Napes and Nile Rodgers. Hope you enjoy!!”

#Peace.Love.Together

Sam Smith x Nile Rodgers x Disclosure x Jimmy Napes – Together | New Music



Chris Malinchak – Call My Name | New Music



Kaleem Taylor – Lost In Amazement | New Music

Lancelot + Antony & Cleopatra – Givin’ It Up | New Music

Friday

When it comes to a unique sound, not many artists have found their platform of difference. 

Recently I listened to a music project from an artist by the name of Jayah called 'Twisted Love Story.' What personally kept me listening to the project was the fact that it felt real, you could sense that the words were genuine and felt as though the music was a way for him to express his deepest feelings in the most therapeutic way. You could empathise with him.

It also had a different approach hence why the genre is 'Alternative Rap' it didn't sound like your normal rap project. 

It is definitely worth a listen and it being his first project it will be interesting to find out what he gets up to at a later day. 


Twisted Love Story: Available for download now.
https://soundcloud.com/capslockj/sets/jayah-twisted-love-story

Twitter: OnMyJ
Instagram: jayahartist


Words by Nyasha McLean

Twisted Love Story


Black Magic - Version 2.0 [FRONT]
Checkout Amnesia featuring M.I off his Black Magic 2.0 Album Dropping Tomorrow.
The Magic just got Magicer!(if thats a word lol)

(MUZIK) @ejayBlackMagic ~ Amnesia ft MI

Tuesday




Enjoy it

Nizzy - She Want Me (VIDEO)

Sunday


Fake is a fast tempoed pop song which lets us experience Niloo's vocal skills first hand and with the support of her band, this has the potential to be a catchy little tune.



Niloo is short for Nilufar, which is the Russian for White Lotus or White Lily. This singer's musical journey started at the age of four, when she composed her first song.

As her childhood progressed Niloo's interest in music never dwindled, this was helped by music been a mandatory subject at her school and even in her spare time she performed as a backing vocalist.

2011 saw Niloo graduate from the Moscow Institute of Contemporary Art after specializing in Pop-Jazz Vocals.

Her next step was to take part in various talent contests including New Wave, which featured entrants from the four corners of the globe and this saw her song get performed in the 3rd Round.

December 2012 saw the premiere of her video on the official YouTube Music Channel ELLO and Niloo is currently working on new material

Website - www.niloohits.com
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/niloohits?fref=ts

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Introducing you to rising Russian Singer Niloo

Friday


Blake Adam is a singer/songwriter/up-and-coming pop superstar! His music has been called a cross between Tegan and Sara and Icona Pop, fusing dance music with a strong electro-undercurrent with classic pop elements. The single below is called FLIGHT RISK. Have a listen.. 


Visit www.BLAKEADAM.com for all social media links (including Youtube and Sound cloud)

Blake

BLAKE ADAM - Flight Risk (OFFICIAL AUDIO)

2013 has also been a great year for live music, especially as this year has been the year I've attended the most gigs.

It started at the end of June with the Be On The Scene Showcase Event, which features various acts including the winner of their online music contest who headlined at the event.

Acts to watch out for

Sussex Born but London based Singer/Songwriter Becky Holloway, whose music is a combination of Indie, Pop and Folk and other acts who performed on the night included soulful double act Sunrize, who have since gone their separate ways, however the new guitarist is now involved with a new musical venture. 

Becky Holloway performing live

The evening's entertainment was rounded off with a performance by the headline act on the night and  competition winner Tony Goff.




Be On The Scene also host weekly Open Mic Nights, where musicians signed or unsigned get the chance to perform in front of a small and intimate crowd.

Memorable acts on the night included female musician Melanie Yan Luk and one half of talented double act Marbl.







The next two gigs I attended weren't until October, where I had the pleasure of seeing Bristol Singer/Songwriter Natalie Holmes at the Garage, Islington and Johnny Lucas and Headline act El Born at the Camden Barfly.

Natalie Holmes was one two support acts who performed to a small and intimate crowd after the headline act pulled out at the last moment. This talented Singer/Songwriter kept the audience entertained with a stripped back acoustic set.

Natalie Holmes performing The Simplest Things

Johnny Lucas rocked the Barfly with popular songs such as Keeps Me Alive and Lilo, whilst also engaging with the audience.

Johnny Lucas - Keeps Me Alive

After Johnny's lively performance the headliners El Born took to stage to perform an energetic and extensive set including their latest song Kangaroo.

El Born - Kangaroo

Best Gigs of the Year

Thursday



Check out the Live Acoustic (Cover) by De' Vide - Ready Or Not. They were the Duo that  was on Team  on  2013 



Twitter @DeVideTheBand

Fugees - Ready Or Not - @DeVideTheBand Live Acoustic (Cover)

Everyone has their favourite Christmas Songs be it classics such as Walking In A Wonderland by 60s Crooner Dean Martin, Slade's Merry Christmas Everyone or Wham's Last Christmas or even the out of place Killing In The Name Of by Rage Against The Machine.

We're all used to those traditional Christmas classics, because I can think of no better time then to introduce you all to reworkings of a few classics.

First on offer are Mad World originally performed by Gary Jules/Fears For Tears and the Wham Classic Last Christmas.


  


The beautifully voiced Jasmine Thompson gives her unique interpretation to these popular Xmas Tunes.

Mad World is a Sombre Song but Jasmine's version provides an extra layer of poignancy to it, she then goes more upbeat with the classic top 10 hit by Wham. The song is made all the more beautiful thanks to the music video which accompanies it.

For our next song I've gone for the jovial Christmas Ditty I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas by Musical newcomers Verity and Violet.

This is a humourous and uplifting tune, which effortlessly introduces the old style of vintage singing to a new generation.


Verity and Violet are Verity Swannell (Jessica Dolman) and Violet Kingsley (Loui Lawson), Loui Lawson is probably best known as portraying Sarah Barnes on Channel 4 Soap Opera Hollyoaks.

However as sad as it is Christmas isn't always a time of happiness so whilst we're tucking into lunch and opening our prezzies, we should spare a thought to the less fortunate such as the homeless.

This leads me to Ben Williams charity single - Too Cold For Snow, which was released on Monday the 16th and proceeds from sales will go to the homeless charity Centrepoint.





The song opens with beautiful vocals and moving lyrics and the instrumental arrangement helps further express the emotional theme of the song, the guitar parts are especially a delight to listen to.


Post By - Boulent Mustafa


Twitter - @OBsMusicUk


Tis the season to get Musical

Tuesday

Join the Team

Madantin


I like the song and now, it has a video. Check out ‘Madantin’ by Jaywon

Watch Video here

New Music Video!! ‘Madantin’ by Jaywon

Wizboyy

Check out the video to Wizboyy‘s ‘Wizolingo.’ I like the song, a feel good song you would find yourself moving to if it comes on…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bGEyLAlmEB8

New Music Video!! ‘Wizolingo’ by Wizboy

Badderman

Badderman‘ by Chordratic Beats & Flowssick is a track I recommend you check out. I listened and felt its smoothness and sultriness and you might feel the same too…

New Music!! ‘Badderman’ by Chordratic Beats & Flowssick


Evaezi


A friend of mine attended the Open Mic Theater organized by Lala Akindoju a while ago and it so happened that Evaezi performed and he kept on about how good she was and how fresh her sound is.
I just watched this video and I agree. She is good and her message, very apt too. So, what you waiting for, check the video out.
Watch Video here

New Music Video!! ‘No Girl Like Me’ – Evaezi


Tonye


Check out Wait For Me by Tonye. The song was originally recorded by Onyeka Onweanu and Sunny Ade which you can watch here: Wait For Me: Original and Tonye did a great job covering the song.

It was produced by Teey Mix.
 DOWNLOAD HERE

New Music!! ‘Wait For Me’ by Tonye


Teezee


Check out the music video to Teezee’s ‘High Roller‘ which features BOJ

New Music Video!! ‘High Roller’ by TeeZee FT BOJ

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Joe EL is back, Incase you’ve been wondering what he has been up to, Joe EL has been recording his full album due to be released next year . You are In love is got that pure RnB feel, International song if you ask me.The video to this is however already shot and is due out in the first week of January.This is real music to take Joe EL to the next level.

DOWNLOAD

Joe EL – You Are In Love

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 DJ Kaywise acclaimed for craft as the hardest working DJ churning out mixes back to back takes it up a notch with this new Rundatrax – produced single titled ‘Loyalist’ which features the mega pop sensation, Iyanya.
Off his upcoming DJ album, he puts forward another brilliant party starting jam titled ‘Loyalist.’ This is in follow up to the collaborative effort with Yung6ix and Dammy Krane. As we expect more singles featuring the biggest African acts, check out this bound-to-be-anthem track.

DOWNLOAD

DJ Kaywise – Loyalist ft. Iyanya

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Beyonce has been officially releasing some of the videos for her BEYONCE album and this Coney Island set visual is the newest to hit VEVO. B’s album was broken the iTunes record for fastest selling album in history, moving 600,000 units in 3 days.
Grab your copy here.

(VIDEO) Beyonce ~ Drunk In Love ft Jay Z

Monday

A day after the anti-apartheid revolutionary was buried, South Africa unveiled a giant 30-foot bronze statue of the former president. The unity statue was unveiled today December 16th on the lawns of the Union Buildings, which is the seat of government in Pretoria.

South Africa unveils giant Nelson Mandela unity statue in Pretoria



Check out this melodic, visual
version of "Love and Hip Hop" as BK's own RRose RRome releases the
video to his radio friendly track entitled "My Girl". RRome is
Brooklyn's next on deck, as shown in his last outing on video
featuring Uncle Murda, "What's The Word", which also showed and proved
his backing from another BK big shot, MOP's Lil Fame. My Girl
explicitly explains his dreamy deja vu with the hottest R&B chicks in
the game including Tahiry, Rihanna, Amber Rose, and other sexy dimes
in his rhymes. This is ideal segway to his mixtape entitled "Take This
Serious" hosted by DJ Absolut. The productions skills were offered up
courtesy of Australian producer M-Phazes.

RROME "MY GIRL" Produced by M PHAZES Dir By Jynx Million



As Chox-Mak and DJ YRS Jerzy continue their reign with dropping singles every week this month alot of people are starting to get familiar with them. They have so many projects in the works and they are always professional when it comes down to presenting themselves. Their latest track "Feel Our Pain" is a real life track that has a great meaning behind it. It takes you on a journey searching for real hip hop and it is safe to say that "Feel Our Pain" is a single that can help bring back real rap. They both feel that there are too many "Trap Rappers" in the game and not enough lyricists. Feel Our pain is definitely a track with substance that the people will relate to and want to hear alot more of.  This track was produced by DR.G out of Manchester, United Kingdom.



Twitter: @Chox_Mak910 @IAMDJYRSJERZY

Chox-Mak Ft. DJ YRS Jerzy - Feel Our Pain

Thursday

The Musings of OceanicBlue: Presenting Will Sid Smith: Will Sid Smith is a Singer/Songwriter from Tunbridge Wells https://soundcloud.com/willsidsmith/never-forget/s-7mGqe Never Forget is ...

The Musings of OceanicBlue: Presenting Will Sid Smith



Teni is a Jazz Singer/Composer who makes feminine Afrobeat/Afrosoul music, you can also call it alternative soul and with her 8 piece band Teni seeks to start a new movement as one of very few African women with her own band.

Afrodisiac features ten finely crafted melodies, each of which showcases unique facets of Teni's amazing vocal range and the incredible talent of her 8 piece band.

With beautiful vocals and outstanding musical arrangements throughout the production on this musical work of art is simply first class. The diversity of instruments used on the album is a real treat indeed.

Whilst I enjoyed all of the wonderful tracks, Revolution and Wilderness were my favourites.

Revolution has a smooth intro and Teni's vocals are at their best plus the instrumental hooks are simply captivating. I love Wilderness and it's afro-reggae flavour, Teni really is a versatile performer.

Her debut album Afrodisiac and singles from it have received airplay on the BBC and have also been reviewed in the Washington Post.

Website - www.tenimusic.org





Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Twitter - @OBsMusicUk


Introducing Jazz Singer/Songwriter Teni

Sunday

On Monday, December 16th Guitarist/Songwriter Ben Williams is set to release his Christmas Single Too Cold For Snow, the proceeds of which will be donated to the homeless charity Centrepoint.



https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/too-cold-for-snow/id768750754?i=768750758

With his self penned debut album due for release next year - 2014, Ben has collaborated with Manchester's finest musicians Gaz Hughes, Justin Shearn and Matt Owens on Too Cold For Snow.

The song opens with beautiful vocals and moving lyrics and the instrumental arrangement helps further express the emotional theme of the song, the guitar parts are especially a delight to listen to.

Ben developed his skills by busking in Manchester and has become an in demand performer both for studio and live work, plus as a session guitarist he has appeared on BBC 1, ITV and Radio 4.

He has also performed at the South by Southwest festival, headlined in Paris and supported the likes of Lisa Stansfield, Will Young and Mick Hucknall.




Ben Williams gets festive for charity

Saturday




Michelle describes herself as a musician, singer/songwriter and oboist. Her EP entitled Love Is can be purchased from iTunes, sales of which will be donated to various charities.

Michelle was brought up in a professional music family primarily as an Oboist and more recently as a singer/songwriter. She has already released 3 albums for charity and also a Christmas single, which won the festive Christmas songwriting competition at Saint FM Radio Maldon in 2011.

Love Is contains 5 wonderful songs which showcase Michelle's beautiful voice. 

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/love-is-ep/id619016055

I'll never find you is a beautiful melody, Love is is both musically and lyrically exquisite, Maybe Someday is a upbeat and happy song, The keeper of my heart features a instrumental arrangement which complements Michelle's sweet vocals and finally This Moment is a catchy tune with great lyrics.

Michelle is a first class vocalist with a very talented band supporting her.

Website - www.michellekingmusic.net
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MichelleKingMusic?fref=ts
Twitter - https://twitter.com/MichelleKMusic


Post By - Boulent Mustafa


Introducing Michelle King

Thursday



Demi Louise is a 20 year old Australian Singer/Songwriter and she has recently released an EP titled My Bedroom, which contains 5 tracks

She has strong vocals as are evident in Mood for love, plus her lyrical skills are just as powerful. Crash is a softer melody and at the same time it's moving because of the lyrics and use of the violin. Stay is a upbeat number. The last two tracks on the EP proves Demi is just as talented when it comes to her live performances.


Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/demilouisemusic
Twitter - https://twitter.com/DemiLouiseMusic
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/demi-louise-1
Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/demilouisemusic

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Introducing Demi Louise

Wednesday


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOMgYlcVAtE


Nothing is the first single from Perish Lane's forthcoming debut album Destroy The Skies

This song is an adrenalin fueled and ground shaker of a song by four piece rock band Perish Lane; made up of Cody Hess on Lead Guitar, Clayton Oxborrow on Drums, Erik Robinson on Bass Guitar and Justin D Clark providing lead vocals and also Rhythm Guitarist duties.


Website - www.perishlane.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PerishLane?fref=ts
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PerishLane
Youtube - http://youtube.com/user/perishlane

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Twitter - @OBsMusicUk

Presenting Perish Lane

Monday


Not only is Maya a naturally gifted vocalist but also a talented pianist.

Her soundcloud contains some absolute gems and her voice is simply stunning.

Why can't I fall in love is that beautiful that it simply send shivers coarsing through you,
Stronger fighter's lyrics are guaranteed to motivate you and Hold her is an emotionally moving tune.

Like a Teenage dream, which was out in August is a beast of a tune with an awesome instrumental arrangement.

Website - http://www.eximouk.co.uk/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mayawolffmusic?fref=ts
Twitter - https://twitter.com/missmayawolff
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/mayawolff 
Youtube - http://youtube.com/user/mayawolff


Post By - Boulent Mustafa



Introducing London based Bass and EDM Singer/Songwriter Maya Wolff

Wednesday





Marie has a sublime and powerful voice and What's It Gonna Be, which is her latest single is a catchy melody chock full of pop.

On the 22nd of June this amazing artist released a 9 track album - The Renditions, which includes 6 covers and 3 live versions of tracks from her EP - Could we buy a house, I want a man and Search.


Perth is a slow tune, top marks for the production values and choice of instruments.


In the air features Marie's trademark smooth vocals and she does a fantastic job of covering a Phil Collins classic, this track alone makes me want to go and see her perform live.


Twice has a snappy intro both vocally and in terms of its instrumental arrangement, Marie's vocals and the accompanying guitar are just bliss.


Loveeee, I think the easiest way to describe this masterpiece is just by using the words Musical Silk, nothing more and nothing less.


Nobody's business featuring Jamal Ross is a smooth tune and Marie and Jamal's vocals go hand in hand in the most amazing way.


Stop this train even with a laidback tempo proves that Marie can do no wrong.


Search makes good use of the Saxophone in its instrumental arrangement.


Could we buy a house is a great upbeat performance and the percussion and piano accompaniment compliments its well.


I want a man is the perfect track to conclude Renditions, Marie really gives it her all in this performance.


Renditions is an EP of amazing calibre and also it's free, so there's really no reason for it to not be part of your musical library.


Renditions is available to download from here http://mariedmusic.bandcamp.com/download_tralbum 

Marie Dahlstrom - What's It Gonna Be



Ruslan Issa, professionally known as FlexMaiJor, is an African record producer, songwriter and performer from Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania. He is best known for producing various types of genres such as Afro, RnB, Hip-Hop, Trap and many more others. He began composing music as a teenager, pretty much at the beginning of high school. Starting his personal journey into the music world by uploading his first own productions on SoundCloud at the year 2009. For him, this wasn't just a way to get noticed. It was a way to connect to the world and give back to a community of 21st century musicians.

 
"
MoonRayMusic - email: bookings(at) - flexmaijorbeats@gmail.com -XiV-
Twitter: @FlexMaiJor

Promoshin Presenting @FlexMaiJor -BADO

Sunday





Electric Church Music is the latest track from TNGR's (The Nuu Game Republic's) Ben Ridley the track sees Ben discussing his purpose for life and creating art.



Listen To The Track Here: http://goo.gl/ZKsr9K



The artwork can be downloaded here: http://goo.gl/lHnO49

The Song can be downloaded for free at http://goo.gl/XZGqEK


Twitter: @BenRidleyTNGR 

(Electric Church Music) @BenRidleyTNGR discussing his purpose for life and creating art.

Thursday




Bloody Mary is a musical masterpiece, from lyrics that paint a picture to an amazing instrumental arrangement and last but not least the beautiful vocals from Femke and Brandon.

Cotton Wine are a Nashville based Folk/Americana/Pop Group and Songwriting double act, plus their music also has a touch of a vintage Southern feel to it.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CottonWineMusic?fref=ts
Twitter - https://twitter.com/CottonWineMusic

Post By - Boulent Mustafa

Introducing Cotton Wine

Wednesday

MMG hip-hop artist/ Chicago native Rockie Fresh chats with HHS1987 while in Philly. Rockie Fresh retells the story behind getting discovered/ signed by Rick Ross. Rockie Fresh talks about selling out his first ever rap concert. He talks about his verse on Self Made 3's "Black Grammys" record with J. Cole, Wale, and Meek Mill. He talks about the Chicago rap scene and the different music to come from his city. Rockie Fresh talks his joint mixtape with Casey Veggies titled "Fresh Veggies" dropping in December. Rockie talks about his Puma deal and how that came about and so much more. 

This interview was conducted by HHS1987's EMoney and shot by HHS1987's Rick Dange.

Follow on Twitter/ Instagram

@RockieFresh
@HipHopSince1987
@EMoneyBeatz | @BeatEmUpMoney
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