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Jamie Alimorad Continues Mental Health Awareness With “Brighter Days” Live Accoustic Video
“Brighter Days” live acoustic video, set for May release, highlights Mental Health Awareness Month as recording artist Jamie Alimorad continues his philanthropic endeavors with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
LISTEN TO “BRIGHTER DAYS” AND WATCH VIDEO HERE
Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May in the United States since 1949. Established by the Mental Health America organization, millions are reached through media, local events, and screenings. According to the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention Data & Statistics Fatal Injury Report stated in 2017, 47,173 Americans died by suicide, the 10th leading cause of death in the country, with 90% of those deaths having a diagnosable mental health condition at the time of death.
Filmed at In Flight Music Studios, award-winning singer/songwriter Jamie Alimorad and guitarist Pete Pidgeon deliver a heartfelt and intimate live performance video of Alimorad’s hit single “Brighter Days”. The “Brighter Days” Music Video is live on YouTube, and the single is available on all major digital stores and streaming platforms.
“Brighter Days” continues its ascension up New Music Weekly’s Hot100 reaching a new high of #57. Additionally, “Brighter Days” has placed Chartbound at AC/Hot AC and Up & Coming at CHR radio. “Brighter Days” makes big swings in upward momentum on Spotify and Apple Music respectively. Alimorad’s album “This Is Tomorrow Calling” has reached 500,000 streams across all platforms.
Mental Health Facts & Figures:
Here are some data points you can use to speak to the scope of mental health.
- 1 in 5 adults in America experience a mental illness.
- Nearly 1 in 25 (10 million) adults in America live with a serious mental illness.
- One-half of all chronic mental illness begins by the age of 14; three-quarters by the age of 24.
- Approximately 10.2 million adults have co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders.
*National Council for Behavior Health
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Mike Thomas Reminds Us to Slow Down and Appreciate the Little Things
While Mike Thomas might’ve taken a short hiatus from music, he’s back and he’s bringing the glory days of country music back with him starting with the release of his new single Sure Feels Right. Thomas’ raw vocals paired perfectly with his sentimental writing style gives the song a nostalgic feel that listeners can’t help but connect with. Sure Feels Right is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other digital retailers now.
The single, written entirely by Thomas, is meant to remind listeners of the things that matter most to them – a message that we all could use right now. “This one is really just a simple love song for my wife and the small-town community where we have lived for the last decade,” Thomas says of his inspiration for penning the single. “It's a song about finding joy and gratitude for the simple things in life like family, friends, a day's work and a sense of community.”
Sure Feels Right is actually the song that got Thomas back into writing again after taking a hiatus from music to settle down and start a family. “Our Friday night custom in those days was to head to the deck after getting the kids tucked in bed, to have a drink or two and do some socializing with friends and neighbors. I'd often grab a guitar and take requests for hours,” Thomas recalls of his lifestyle during hiatus. “I actually wrote this song on the deck one night after everyone had turned in. It had probably been about two years since I had written at all, but this song came quickly to me.” After having his passion for music reignited, Thomas shared Sure Feels Right with some close friends and family and it was an instant hit, ultimately becoming a staple of his live sets upon his return to performing again in 2017.
For more information on Mike Thomas check out his website and follow along with him on Facebook and Instagram.
About Mike Thomas: Growing up in the musical crossroads of East Tennessee, Mike Thomas began pursuing his love of music by performing, and quickly became a staple in the flourishing Knoxville music scene in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. In 2004, Thomas relocated to Nashville with the intent of pursuing a songwriting career, but after quickly realizing that his songwriting style and process were not a fit on Music Row, Thomas took a decade-long hiatus from writing and performing. During this time, he settled down, started a family and pursued a career in another industry, but never truly lost the itch to write and perform. In 2017 Thomas jumped back into music by forming his band, and they quickly began to build a following, making regular appearances at legendary venues such as Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, Douglas Corner Café, B.B. Kings and the Mercy Lounge among others. Drawing from a wide array of influences, Thomas’ music has been best described as “eclectic country with a vintage vibe,” and his raw but tender vocals paired with his careful lyricism are always brutally honest and utterly sincere. Thomas released his first single Lighter Shade of True in March of 2020 and the song has received great feedback from fans on Spotify. While Thomas is thankful for his hiatus from the industry where he was able to grow his family, he’s had plenty of time to craft his sound and is now gearing up for an exciting comeback with his new album, Three Reasons that is set to release this June 2020.
Fellow Singer/Songwriters and Friends Remember & Mourn The Loss of Lyrical Legend John Prine
Grammy Award winning, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member John Prine passed away at age 73 due to Covid-19. Some of his most legendary hits include, “Hello in There,” “Sam Stone,” “Angel From Montgomery” and “Paradise.” Prine used these masterpieces to highlight moments that the average mind grazed over with empathetic words and light-hearted lines. Writing for big industry names such as Johnny Cash, George Strait, Don Williams, the Everly Brothers, Carl Perkins and Bette Midler, all while being a singer, author, actor and record label owner, leaves Prine with one of the most renowned legacies in music history. Prine was not only a poetic prodigy, but a friend to many in the music and entertainment industry. Fellow artists mourn the loss of their friend and share fond memories that have left them forever inspired by the timeless, John Prine.
“I have enjoyed John’s music for many years. He was a truly gifted man and he will be missed. My prayers go out to his family.” - Charley Pride “All of The Oak Ridge Boys are saddened by the loss of John Prine. The man was a genius songwriter! I have been listening to his music and praying for him since he got sick and to be honest I didn’t really know John personally but my heart is heavy nonetheless.” - Joe Bonsall / Oak Ridge Boys “Nashville has lost another legendary artist. John Prine will always be remembered for his great music. I will always remember John’s wonderful smile and how nice and caring he was. Sending lots of love to his family.” - Crystal Gayle “So sad to see another great music legend leave us. My family sends prayers to John Prine's family.” - Lee Greenwood “John was a sweet genius who always had time for conversation with me and as a songwriter, he was untouchable.” – T. Graham Brown “After having the honor of seeing John Prine on a few occasions, it was no secret how much he is loved and admired. I last saw him at the Marty Stuart Late Night Jam, and was fortunate to have a front row seat. I captured many great photos, and will cherish the photos as a wonderful memory of witnessing one of the greatest songwriters to walk God’s Earth.” - Rhonda Vincent “I really feel like we've lost one of our generation's great champions for living outside the senses.” - Lacy J. Dalton “John Prine was a treasure! He inspired every singer/songwriter who has ever lived. He has survived several health challenges and I was praying that he would survive this. There was only one John Prine. Everyone looked up to him and he will be missed by not only Nashville, but around the world. We love you, John.” – Deborah Allen “I used to sing his song “Paradise” about Muhlenburg county during my shows in clubs. It was written about how the coal mines stripped away the vegetation and trees. He also wrote “Angel From Montgomery,” which was a hit by Bonnie Raitt. This is the kind of music that I have always loved. It was a touch of blues and a touch of pop. I have always loved his music and style. He was a leader in the “awareness” songs and was a huge influence in my life and my approach to music. You will be missed, John.” - Janie Fricke “I first met John Prine in the 70's backstage at the Grand Ole Opry. He was perhaps one of the nicest guys I've ever had the honor to meet. No star attitude whatsoever. He was just an average guy who loved words. And he became one of the greatest wordsmiths of our time. His lyrics are pure poetry. He never worried about making his songs commercial. He wrote from the heart and the gut. Ironically I was in the studio last month and recorded one of his songs that I've loved for years called "Blue Umbrella." John would say in three minutes what an author would say in 256 pages. What a talent!” - Tim Atwood “So sad to hear the passing of the legendary John Prine. One of the most influential songwriters of our time gone way too soon! His music will live on forever.” - J.D. Shelburne “John Prine was one of the most beloved and well-versed songwriters in the business, and his passing is a huge loss to songwriters and fans alike. The mark he made on the americana/folk/country music industry was remarkable - one that no one else could ever dream of accomplishing. His songwriting will be deeply missed, but even more than that is his infectious smile and sweet spirit. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of John's family and friends, as well as all the fans he has made over the years. There will truly never be another John Prine.” - Paige King Johnson
Breakout Country Artist Molly Lovette Is Ready to Share Stories
Breakout country sweetheart Molly Lovette is ready to share her stories with the world, starting with her brand new single Lovin’ You. With her talent for writing descriptive story-like lyrics paired with catchy country tunes, Molly is ready to take her career to the next level. Lovin’ You is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other digital retailers now. Molly is very open about how her songs stem from real life experiences and how she pulls from those feelings to write the honest and heartfelt lyrics she’s known for. “I was coming off a breakup at the time and was still in that bitter stage,” she says of her inspiration behind Lovin’ You. “I always write how I feel in the moment and at that point I was thinking that honestly, I just wished the whole relationship had never happened. There were good times of course, but in that moment the bad outweighed the good, and that is where the song was born.” The single was written entirely by Molly during a vacation she took last summer to Vegas. “I wasn’t even planning to write while I was there, the melody just kind of popped in my head and I thought like oh I need to record this,” Molly says of how the idea for Lovin’ You originally came to fruition. “Since I was on vacation and didn’t have my guitar, I remember having to sing into my voice memos and use the guitar on the GarageBand app to work the song,” she fondly recalls of the song’s humble beginnings. Though Molly’s writing style can be extremely personal at times, she’s never shied away from expressing the experiences she’s gone through in life. She continues to tell these stories because of the hope that others have gone through similar situations and can relate to her music. For more information on Molly Lovette check out her website and follow along with her on Facebook,Instagram, and Twitter. About Molly Lovette: Honest heartfelt lyrics and an unyielding passion to create real music makes up the vibrant country artist that is Molly Lovette. This St. Louis native has combined her childhood love of country music with her talent for writing relatable lyrics to create a mature and refreshing sound within the country genre. With musical influences including Taylor Swift, Maren Morris, and Carrie Underwood, Molly aspires to embody the beauty, power and grace her idols have so effortlessly portrayed to their fans. Growing up in a household where music was always playing, Molly took piano lessons at a young age and in high school was taught how to play the guitar by her dad. It turns out, learning guitar was the inspiration she needed to start writing her own music and she hasn’t stopped since. While her debut album Crush was a collection of songs she wrote through her high school years, she is moving forward with her own sound and a more mature approach to writing due to the inevitable fact that she is growing up and experiencing more of life. With her natural gift for writing real and raw lyrics, a supportive team behind her, and the confidence to put her all into her music, Molly is ready to take the world by storm and win the hearts of country listeners everywhere.
Lynn Anderson’s Classic Albums ‘Cry’ and ‘Listen To A Country Song’ Re-Released To All Digital Providers
For the first time since her passing in 2015, Lynn Anderson fans now have access to two of her iconic albums that have just been re-released to all digital platforms through Legacy Recordings. Anderson’s digitally remastered album ‘Cry,’ was released on March 6th and ‘Listen To A Country Song’ will be released on March 20. The fan-favorite ‘Top Of The World’ has been confirmed for release, with a street date still to be determined.
Ranked among the most admired and trailblazing entertainers in America throughout her six-decade career, Lynn Anderson’s sparkling vocals brought a new level of sophistication and glamour to country music. Her groundbreaking pop-country sound helped her become one of the first female country artists to achieve mass crossover appeal. Many firsts were achieved throughout Anderson’s career; some of which broke social barriers. Anderson was the first female country singer to perform on The Tonight Show, first to headline and sell out Madison Square Garden and the first female to win an American Music Award. Lynn repeatedly delivered chart topping songs, such as “(I Never Promised You A) Rose Garden,” and was named Billboard’s Artist of the Decade for the 70s. Too timeless to be forgotten, events and celebrations are in the works to honor the classic hits and sweet southern personality that Anderson engraved in hearts across the world.
"Lynn Anderson was an icon to millions around the world, but to me she was mom,” says daughter, Lisa Sutton. “It is so exciting to have two of her classic albums re-released through Sony Legacy during a time when we need it the most. Until now, they were only available on vinyl. This is a wonderful way for old fans and new ones to come together through music. Just stay tuned, because this is only the beginning!”
‘Cry’ Track Listing: 01. Cry 02. Never Ending Song Of Love 03. Ask Any Woman 04. Bedtime Story 05. I Won’t Mention It Again 06. Tonight My Baby’s Coming Home 07. Cotton Jenny 08. Kiss Away 09. When You Say Love 10. We Can Make It 11. We’ve Got To Get It On Again ‘Listen To A Country Song’ Track Listing: 01. Listen To A Country Song 02. Reason To Believe 03. There’s A Party Going On 04. Everybody’s Reaching Out For Someone 05. If I Can’t Be Your Woman 06. Just Keep It Up 07. Fool Me 08. Take Me To Your World 09. You’re Everything 10. It Don’t Do No Good To Be A Good Girl 11. That’s What Loving You Has Meant To Me About Lynn Anderson: Lynn Anderson’s six-decade career charted 12 #1 singles and a total of 18 Top 10 hits, with more than 50 Top 40 hit singles total. Aside from being named “Female Vocalist of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music twice and “Female Vocalist of the Year” by the Country Music Association, she also won a Grammy Award for her signature song “Rose Garden.” Anderson later won a People’s Choice Award, and was the very first female artist to win an American Music Award. In 1974, she became the first female country act to sell out Madison Square Garden. Record World, a major music trade magazine of the 1950s to the 1980s, honored Anderson as ‘Artist of the Decade’ for 1970-1980. Lynn Anderson died at age 67 on July 30, 2015, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Anderson’s memory continues to live on through her legions of fans from around the world. To keep up with events and announcements visit LynnAndersonRoseGarden.com and follow Anderson’s social channels linked below:
Eileen Carey Named AC / Hot AC Female Artist of 2020
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Eileen Carey now has one more award to add to her ever growing list of accolades. New Music Weekly has named Carey the AC/Hot AC Female Artist of the Year in their recent announcement of the 2020 New Music Awards. Carey, who has previously won five NMW awards, joins the impressive list of 2020 New Music Weekly Awards winners, including Billie Eilish, Lewis Capaldi, Jonas Brothers and fellow AC/Hot AC Male Artist of the Year, Sam Smith, to name a few. Over the past few years, Carey has won numerous awards both as a country artist as well as for her musical transition from country to pop. Among her prestigious titles are Reverbnation’s #1 Regional Country-Pop Artist of 2019, Los Angeles Music Awards’ Crossover Artist of 2018, Las Vegas Producers Choice Honors Award for Female Solo Country Artist of 2018, and New Music Weekly’s AC/Hot AC Breakthrough Artist of 2019. A well-versed performer, Carey has become a regular at festivals and fairs throughout the United States. Carey has shared billing with major acts such as Billboard Music Award-winning pop vocal trio Wilson Phillips, legendary folk singer-songwriter Don Mclean as well as Jefferson Starship, Rita Coolidge, and many others. Elmore Magazine describes Carey as “a little bit cosmopolitan, a little bit country, and a whole lotta musical chameleon, one who effortlessly blends pop, rock, and country music.” Nashville Music Guide calls her songs “distinct, prominent messages about personal empowerment and emotional fulfillment.” Check out Eileen Carey’s latest single “Finally” streaming now on all digital platforms. More About Eileen Carey Originally from Ohio, the Southern California-based singer-songwriter Eileen Carey has become a staple cross-over artist in various genres such as Adult Contemporary, Pop, and Rock. She has shared the stage with renowned acts such as Jefferson Starship, Rita Coolidge, The Motels, Johnny Rivers, Peter Noone, and Tal Bachman. With a growing success on the charts, Carey has won numerous awards for her various musical releases. She has captured audiences at various venues such as The Saban in Beverly Hills, The Rose, The Canyon Club, The Mint, The House of Blues, and The Echo. When Carey isn’t playing the stages around California, she can be found in Nashville performing for her solid fanbase at the honky-tonks and clubs, including The BlueBird Cafe, Rippys, Honkytonk Central, Tootsies, 3rd & Lindsley Backstage and B.B. King’s Blues Club. More About New Music Weekly Awards New Music Weekly’s motivation for providing the most updated and fairly tracked radio airplay information is owed to the philosophy of radio pioneer and legend Bill Gavin, who started Gavin as a weekly tip-sheet for radio programmers in the 1950s. It wasn’t until the early 1990’s that Gavin’s philosophy was finally achieved with the bureaucracy of major label politics, thus the founding of New Music Weekly magazine. New Music Awards administered an “open ballot” by which subscribers, music industry executives, radio programmers, and music fans have the opportunity to vote for their favorites. NMW is proud to be the first and only award show not weighted down with the politics of the music business, but an award show showing the true talent which exists in the music industry today.
BREAKING AC/HOT AC NEWS
Jerry Lee Lewis Remembers Little Richard
Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis enjoyed a special bond that created a lifelong friendship. They both brought a new genre of music “Rock and Roll” to the masses throughout the 1950’s and decades following. Careers that launched each of them into the highly-acclaimed first class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. […]
Jerry Lee Lewis Remembers Little Richard
Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis enjoyed a special bond that created a lifelong friendship. They both brought a new genre of music "Rock and Roll" to the masses throughout the 1950's and decades following. Careers that launched each of them into the highly-acclaimed first class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. In 2006, they released a duet of "I Saw Her Standing There" on Lewis' Last Man Standing album. The pair kept in touch, frequently, right up until Little Richard's death on May 9, 2020.
“It is with a heavy heart that I ask for prayers for the family of my lifelong friend and fellow Rocker ‘Little Richard.’ He will live on always in my heart with his amazing talent and his friendship! He was one of a kind and I will miss him dearly. God Bless his family and fans. Rest In Peace, my friend. Love Eternally, Jerry Lee Lewis.”Elton John told Rolling Stone in 1973, "I heard Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis, and that was it. I didn’t ever want to be anything else." *Watch Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis perform a rockin' version of "I'll Fly Away": Click Here *Watch an All-Star Jam featuring Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis: Click Here *Jerry Lee Lewis and Don Everly are the last living members of the original class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Frank Sinatra’s Nice N’ Easy Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Capitol/UMe and Frank Sinatra Enterprises celebrate the 60th anniversary of Frank Sinatra’s Nice ‘n’ Easy, another iconic album in a series of collaborations between Sinatra and arranger/conductor Nelson Riddle with a special anniversary edition. Originally released on Capitol Records in July 1960, the Nice 'n' Easy album topped the charts at #1 for nine weeks. The album was nominated for multiple Grammys, including Album of the Year, Best Male Vocal Performance, and Best Arrangement (Nelson Riddle). Since its original release, Sinatra’s body of work still resonates with fans and critics today.
“By curating his albums with songs that told a story he wanted to tell, and by singing each word as if he wrote it, Sinatra introduced a level of personal expression to the recording process that reached literary heights.” – The New Yorker “Frank would ad-lib something each time he got to the tag line. Remember, the song was new to him at the time; the last take was terrific. Frank got that tune into the American songbook for us. Years later we wrote a second chorus that other singers recorded but, to us, Frank’s version is definitive.” – Alan & Marilyn BergmanRecorded during the Nelson Riddle session at the Capitol Studios, Room A, “The Nearness of You” was initially intended to be the title track of the planned album. Once “Nice ‘n’ Easy” was delivered, the album title changed, and the track did not appear on the original LP. Now, the original master of “The Nearness of You” (2020 mix) will be made available for the first time on the CD and digital versions of the album for which it was intended. The CD and digital formats add the new stereo mix “The Nearness of You” (2020 mix) and sought-after bonus tracks: previously unreleased session takes of “I’ve Got A Crush on You and “Nice ‘N’ Easy.” The vinyl LP is a faithful production of the original Capitol Records ‘Full Dimensional Stereo’ sleeve and features the original 12 songs. The CD packaging features liner notes with quotes from Frank Sinatra, who offers, “Nelson is the greatest arranger in the world…I have the greatest respect for him,” as well as quotes from Nelson Riddle, Sinatra’s longtime pianist Bill Miller, and others. Available May 15 digitally and June 5 on CD and LP, pre-order, here. Frank Sinatra: Nice ‘n’ Easy (60th Anniversary Edition) [CD; Digital]
1.Nice ‘N’ Easy
2. That Old Feeling
3. How Deep Is The Ocean
4. I’ve Got A Crush On You
5. You Go To My Head
6. Fools Rush In
7. Nevertheless (I’m In Love With You)
8. She’s Funny That Way
9. Try A Little Tenderness
10. Embraceable You
11. Mam’selle
12. Dream
Bonus Tracks, CD and Digital:- The Nearness Of You
- I’ve Got A Crush On You – Session takes – previously unreleased
- Nice ‘N’ Easy – Session takes – previously unreleased
- That Old Feeling
- How Deep Is The Ocean
- I’ve Got A Crush On You
- You Go To My Head
- Fools Rush In
- Nevertheless (I’m In Love With You)
- She’s Funny That Way
- Try A Little Tenderness
- Embraceable You
- Mam’selle
- Dream
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BREAKING COUNTRY NEWS
Payton Taylor Pays Tribute With Release Of Acoustic “Angel From Montgomery”
From the moment Payton Taylor made that 6-foot walk from her sister’s side to center stage during an audition for American Idol, the world knew her feelings about John Prine’s iconic song “Angel From Montgomery.” The world will now be able to share that feeling through Taylor’s version with the release of a stripped-down acoustic […]
Payton Taylor Pays Tribute With Release Of Acoustic “Angel From Montgomery”
From the moment Payton Taylor made that 6-foot walk from her sister’s side to center stage during an audition for American Idol, the world knew her feelings about John Prine’s iconic song “Angel From Montgomery.” The world will now be able to share that feeling through Taylor’s version with the release of a stripped-down acoustic version of the song to streaming platforms.
“Of course, when we lost John – like the rest of the music community – I was grieving, but having that session helped me keep my connection with him,” she said. “After realizing what it meant for me, I knew sharing it was the right thing to do.”Taylor’s eclectic taste in music led her down a path very few take, but her admiration of creators has allowed her to find connections with music others may fail to grasp.
“When I was a homeschooler, I didn’t want to do anything other than listen to records and study the discography of artists who ended up becoming my heroes,” she said. “I was introduced to (Prine) through the Bonnie Raitt version of this song. When I heard it, I started going down the rabbit hole of finding out who wrote it, produced it and every detail. I found out John Prine wrote the song, and even though I’d heard his name, I didn’t really have a grasp on what he’d done as a writer.”From that moment, there was little time wasted as she took a deep dive into Prine’s catalog, finding the two shared a similar connection to songs. Though she never got a chance to tell Prine, that connection remained strong within her. Taylor’s thoughts about Prine’s work are evident to anyone who saw the American Idol audition that she didn’t even ask for. While the plan was to accompany her sister as a guitarist, Idol judge Lionel Richie asked Taylor if she also sang, to which she replied with affirmation. When she was asked to sing for them as well, she stepped into the oval logo and said, “I’ll do a little John Prine, if that’s cool.”
“People ask me all the time if that was planned, and it definitely wasn’t,” she said. “I think it says something about how special this song is to me that when I was put on the spot to sing one song for a chance to get on the show that I chose John’s song. “It was the first song my mind went to, so clearly it holds a special place in my heart.”Soon after the audition aired on national television, Taylor was in the studio for a different project, and asked if she could just put an acoustic and vocal down on the song. At the time of the recording, Taylor said there weren’t any plans for releasing it, she just wanted to have it for herself. Ironically, though, as things happen in Nashville sometimes, the session was lost.
“When I heard (Prine) was sick, I really just wanted to hear that recording, but I couldn’t find it. I called a couple of people who were also there to see if they had a backup drive, and nobody had one,” she said. “After almost giving up finding it, I tracked down the engineer , and like a miracle, he was able to find a copy.”The recording is nothing more than Taylor’s voice accompanied by her Gibson guitar, something of which she hopes Prine would have approved. The reason, though, is because Taylor genuinely believes the lyrics are the star of the song. “There is something spiritual about the connection between a songwriter and your instrument, and this song, lyrically, has such an impact, and the words he wrote are what needs to be heard,” she said. “The way he was able to write from the perspective of anyone in any situation was special to John. Not many people can write a song from the perspective of, not only a woman, but as the opening line says ‘I am an old woman.’ He really captures the feeling of the human he’s portraying.” When she talks about the song, it’s hard for her to pick out a single part where she feels makes the most impact because “every verse has a gut-punch line at the end.” Taylor said she hopes she can paint the vignette around the narrator of the song’s life the way Prine intended, and – of course – hopes her tribute is fitting for someone she deeply admires as an influence. “John Prine is a legend, one of the greatest to ever do what we do in this business,” she said. “If I can have a fraction of the influence on someone else the way he has on this community, I will consider it a success.” “Angel From Montgomery” will be released Friday, May 22, on all streaming platforms. Visit paytontaylor.com for more information and additional releases.
Daryl Mosley Reveals ‘The Secret Of Life’ With Highly Anticipated Debut Solo Album
The wait is finally over, as Bluegrass hitmaker Daryl Mosley releases his much-anticipated debut solo album, The Secret Of Life. Released via Pinecastle Records, the project includes 11 new recordings, each spotlighting the singer’s world-class vocals and highlighting Mosley’s award-winning songwriting. The full collection was co-produced by Danny Roberts (The Grascals). Fans can download and stream the new record HERE. The lead single is the full-circle anthem “A Few Years Ago.” Penned by Mosley, the track celebrates a life well spent, reflecting back on the past. The song has already struck a chord, recently being featured in publications like The Bluegrass Situation, who showcased the single. The official video was unveiled earlier this month as part of a multi-faceted premiere on both The Heartland Network and Americana Highways online. Watch the full video HERE. With the rollout of the record, Mosley’s extensive career has been one of the main focuses. Known for his prolific storytelling ability, the chart-topper has quickly captured the hearts of music fans. In addition to penning tracks for artists Lynn Anderson, Bobby Osborne, Josh Williams, the Booth Brothers and Carolina Blue, the singer has also seen great success performing as a member of the celebrated Bluegrass band New Tradition. He was also a co-founder of the “Entertainer of the Year” winning group, The Farm Hands. Recent features have put his three-decade career on full display, in profile pieces in Hallels and Bluegrass Today where he opened up about The Secret Of Life.
“Glad to see Daryl stepping out front and center with his first solo project of more top notch and heartfelt originals. This record is just what bluegrass music needs right now more than ever,” says fellow Bluegrass mainstay Irene Kelley. Jeanette Williams agrees, stating that “Daryl Mosley's songs are like a heartfelt conversation with a cherished friend. Each track on his new project ‘The Secret Of Life’ offers a glimpse of real life that speaks to the soul.”The reviews are already pouring in from multiple publications. Music Matters Magazine calls the record “a collection driven by sincere, compelling storytelling built on a solid bluegrass foundation.” ParcBench calls the project “a comforting blend of country and bluegrass, with a bit of gospel that will soothe whatever your day brings,” while the Midwest Record Entertainment says The Secret Of Life is “killer stuff custom made of any fan of top shelf songwriting.” No Depression writes “Mosley’s warm vocals, his knack for telling a great story, guest vocalists, and his band’s straight-ahead, waste-no-notes tunes propel the album, delivering comfort and down-home advice and reflections. There’s no secret at all here about Mosley’s affection for a good song well-played.” To keep up with all things Daryl Mosley, visit his official website darylmosley.com. While there, music enthusiasts can purchase music, find the latest news stories, upcoming tour dates and more. The Secret Of Life Track Listing:
- A Few Years Ago (Daryl Mosley)
- The Secret Of Life (Daryl Mosley)
- In A Country Town (Daryl Mosley)
- Hands In Wood (Daryl Mosley)
- It Never Gets Old (Daryl Mosley)
- Do What The Good Book Says (Daryl Mosley/Rick Lang)
- All The Way Home (Daryl Mosley)
- A Piece At A Time (Daryl Mosley)
- The Deal (Daryl Mosley)
- I’d Write You (Daryl Mosley)
- Heartaches Moving In (Daryl Mosley/Danny Roberts)
BREAKING TOP40/CHR NEWS
Anabel Englund’s “So Hot” Is This Week’s #1 Dance Party Record
Anabel Englund’s “So Hot” has hit #1 on the Dance Airplay charts it was reported this past Monday, May 11 by Mediabase and currently sits at #2 on Billboard Dance/Mix Show chart. Available on MK’s imprint AREA10/Ultra Music, “So Hot” is one of the special few #1 Dance Airplay songs to have been added to […]
Anabel Englund’s “So Hot” Is This Week’s #1 Dance Party Record
Anabel Englund’s “So Hot” has hit #1 on the Dance Airplay charts it was reported this past Monday, May 11 by Mediabase and currently sits at #2 on Billboard Dance/Mix Show chart. Available on MK’s imprint AREA10/Ultra Music, "So Hot" is one of the special few #1 Dance Airplay songs to have been added to every station on the panel with support on the MK & Nightlapse Remix from iHeartMedia's Evolution, Music Choice Dance/EDM, Dance Factory 92.7 Chicago, Entercom's Channel Q, Revolution 93.5 Miami, iHeart Media's Pride Radio and C89.5 Seattle, while SiriusXM's Chill channel supported the original version of the single. Diplo's Revolution played an exclusive remix by KC Lights.
"Anabel Englund is the type of artist we all should be excited about,” states Geronimo, VP/Electronic & Dance Formats SiriusXM. “She's a musician, a DJ, a vocalist, writer and her sultry 'So Hot' makes this a one listen smash that our SiriusXM BPM audience still has at #1 for four straight weeks and counting." The MK & Nightlapse Remix of "So Hot" was first added to Sirius XM's BPM in January of 2020.Anabel Englund’s “So Hot” and the MK & Nightlapse Remix will appear on her upcoming debut EP Messing With Magic set for release later this year on AREA10/Ultra Music.
Fitch Means Releases New EP, 2AM Drive 2AM Drive Available Now on All Major Platform
R&B artist, Fitch Means drops his latest EP, 2AM Drive. The 4-track EP follows the release of his singles, “Drip Sauce” featuring Authentic Apollo and “Millions” featuring King BreZe. 2AM Drive was written during a low point in life, right after a breakup. Fitch says, “It was a challenge for me to get through this particular era, but in the same breath, I think this project was what I needed.” The title of the EP pays tribute to the drives Fitch takes to clear his mind, and what seeing the moon at 2 am means to him. Fitch combines his relatable feelings with a lo-fi, R&B sound to create a chill, dynamic EP everyone can enjoy. Each song on the EP highlights a different part of a young, toxic relationship at the boiling point. The title track explains how therapeutic it is, especially for Fitch, to go on a late-night drive to make sense of a situation. “Love Feels Like” references the blissful beginning of relationships and serves as a reminder of why the relationship started in the first place. “Pretend” reveals the personal downfall of his relationship. As the last song, “So Far Gone,” gives closure to the end of this story, much like the desired closure at the end of a relationship. Fitch also recently released the music video to the song, “Pretend,” on YouTube. 2AM Drive is available now on Spotify and all other major platforms. Follow Fitch Means on Instagram or visit his website for future releases and more information.
Still Wowing Generations of Fans, Edley Shine’s New Music Is Cool Like ‘Babylon Breeze’
When it comes to making quality music, Edley Shine has proven that he boasts a timeless touch and innate ability to wow generations of fans with his infectious brand of Reggae, Dancehall and Hip Hop music. With a knack for exuding creative genius, while navigating trends and nuances, Edley Shine has remained a respected figure in music's ever changing landscape. True to form, the powerhouse artist returns with the ultimate feel good song "Babylon Breeze" on April 17. The nostalgic, yet remarkably timely "Babylon Breeze" is set to leave an indelible mark on listening audiences far and wide. A delightful prelude to his long awaited "Based on Talent" EP, Edley Shine's "Babylon Breeze" transcends music boundaries and genres. Fans are set for a musical treat, as "Babylon Breeze" ingeniously fuses a 50's standard style with a modern Reggae Dancehall flow. When asked about "Babylon Breeze" Edley declares, "'Babylon Breeze' is a trailblazing song with a 'Caribbean Motown' vibe. It breaks the mold of the recycled trap Dancehall sound of late and is the type of music we need in these times....definitely a song that elevates and inspires listeners as soon as the melody drops." And if your wondering where the clever song title comes from, with a smile, Edley Shine says, "In the Jamaican community, 'Babylon Breeze' is the air conditioner, aka a man made source of cool air. Jah know, the term just stuck with me and when I thought about the nature of the song and the craving for a cool breeze in summer, "Babylon Breeze" was perfect!" Produced by young producer Roe Summerz, a mastermind behind hits for Vybz Kartel and Tommy Lee, "Babylon Breeze" has got next! Adding to the fun mature sound of "Babylon Breeze" is Edley's seamless expansion into an invigorating artistic space, which sees the artist both singing and deejaying on the single he also describes as "hard hitting, stand out and massive." With beautiful Jamaica as a backdrop, the "Babylon Breeze" visual will be released in tandem with the single. Chock full of picturesque scenery and island vibes, "Babylon Breeze" will premiere on top online platforms. As Edley Shine continues his legacy in 2020, "Babylon Breeze" is just a sample of what he has under his belt. The Baritone lyricist, who rose to fame as 1/2 of legendary duo Born Jamericans, has also amassed the attention of the Cali Roots scene, winning over the ears and stages of top bands and fans alike. Introduced to the scene by Cali Roots blogger and power player Mike Patti, Edley Shine teamed up with Orlando based Reggae/Rock Band Kash’d Out for their "Weed Man" single and video from their "Undercover" album. In February 2020, Edley Shine joined Cali Roots giants Pepper and Kash'd Out for a performance on the DC leg of their “Step To The Local Motion Tour.”