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Basset – Change of Time
“A wonderful vocal blow that accompanies the beautiful, romantic melody of the guitar and light percussion in the background, it creates the illusion of movement and gives an unforgettable impressions. Music for two, music for the company, music for each of you.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Чудесный вокальный дует, который сопровождает красивая, романтическая мелодия гитары и лёгкая перкуссия на заднем плане, она создаёт иллюзию движения и дарит незабываемые впечатления. Музыка для двоих, музыка для компании, музыка для каждого из вас.”
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https://bassettheband.com/
Toronto-based folk duo, Basset, are full of timeless heart. Acoustic songwriters Sam Clark and Yasmine Shelton will take you from a beekeeper’s fields to the haunted basement of a second-hand store, in a style that is all their own.
“Change of Time” signifies catharsis during a transition; a song for looking back on something that burned you out, and the recognition, only after the fact, of how hard it really was. It’s common not to notice how much we’re struggling until after we’ve pulled ourselves out and into a better space.
Watch the Live Off The floor version here filmed with Benjamin Dakota Rogers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1mOdXxiWzY&feature=youtu.be
Produced by Joshua Van Tassel (Sarah Slean, David Myles), Basset bring a deep love of the natural world to their gorgeously meditative and assured debut album, In The Clay, set to release on September 30th, 2022.
Talei – Another Broken Heart
“There are too many tears and broken hearts under your feet, but so that one thing is important in life - music is able to light any extinct fire and heal any wounds. This Electro POP track like an arrow of Amur hits right in the chest, starting an eternal engine inside!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Под ногами слишком много слёз и разбитых сердец, но чтобы не происходило в жизни важно одно — музыка способна разжечь любой потухший огонь и залечить любые раны. Этот Electro Pop трек как стрела Амура бьёт прямо в грудь, заводя внутри вечный двигатель!”
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Greek Brothers – Sotomayor feat. Dánico
“In each track -greek Brothers is the maximum amount of heat and symbolism, but in this new single in the Latin Pop genre there is so much special and exceptional wyb that you want to quit all your affairs and start dancing and singing! Are you ready to move? Then go ahead!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“В каждом треке -Greek Brothers- максимальное количество тепла и символичности, но в этом новом сингле в жанре Latin Pop так много особенного и исключительного вайба, что хочется бросить все свои дела и начать танцевать и петь! Вы готовы к движению? Тогда вперёд!”
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https://www.instagram.com/greek_brothers/
Melrose – Calm
“Take a few minutes to escape from the daily rush and calm down with the sound of "Melrose". A soothing production with Trip-Hop rhythms in slow progression so that you feel its every single vibration. Also enriched with elusive vocals that guide you through this trip. Enjoy!”
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https://melrose.band/
Speech Debelle – Away From Here ft. Baby Sol
“A chic combination of genres such as the warmth of the sound of Neo-Soul, the rhythms of Afrobeats and quite a bit of HIP-Hop performed by -Speech Debelle-. A pleasant melody will serve you a good accompanying background during your day.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Шикарное совмещение таких жанров, как теплота звучания Neo-Soul, ритмы Afrobeats и совсем немного Hip-Hop в исполнении -Speech Debelle-. Приятная мелодия послужит для вас хорошим сопровождающим фоном в течении вашего дня.”
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Away From Here explores the dichotomy of home and away, exploring connections, roots, and restoration. The smooth soundscape and alternative hip-hop leaning beat are courtesy of producer Skripture, and feature additional vocals by Miss Baby Sol, complemented by the warmth of Ruth Sax’s saxophone.
Of the new single, Speech says:
"It's about the constant to and fro of, ‘I need to stay here because of my connections, my roots and money’, and the innate desire to be somewhere where vitamin D is in constant flow. In a way, I think without realising most of the UK and similar countries may have a beautiful balance between the two worlds. Sometimes superheroes don't always recognise their superpowers at the beginning of the movie. So we come alive, here, every summer".
Celebrated for her ability to articulate a vulnerable honesty in contrast to her husky tones, Speech gives some hints on what to expect from her highly-anticipated fourth album, and it’s unsurprising that the self-confessed food-lover (a semi-finalist on Celebrity Masterchef, cookbook writer, and podcaster) has been influenced by the connection, comfort and culture that food allows us to explore. The South London lyricist says of the title: “On a Monday, the Sunday dinner just tastes sweeter, everything has time to marinate and settle."
Featuring ‘Away from Here’, ‘Sunday Dinner On A Monday’ is an examination of family, friends, lineage, and ancestral DNA, through the lens of afro-futurism. “It’s about how we imagine and then create our own futures”, says Speech.
“The album is about our journey through life, as we learn from experiences that expand our senses. We learn internal management and get closer to ease. Some of us even become nourished, like a good meal. This is THAT album.”
‘Sunday Dinner On A Monday’ is set for a 2023 release, and has been mixed and mastered by Grammy-nominated and MOBO award-winning mixer and engineer Clinton McCreery (Enny, Kofi Stone, Manik MC), with writing and production from Skripture (Will.i.am, Gregory Porter, Basement Jaxx), and collaborations with Dem Drums, Jamaican production team Island Wav, Kensaye, and Mark Cake. It includes features from English contemporary pianist and composer Neil Cowley (Adele, Emeli Sande, Maribou State), Miss Baby Sol, Dylema, Alyesha Lei and Ruth Sax.
https://www.instagram.com/speechdebelle/
Panda On The Bamboo Tree – Shanti Shantaia
“Merging a panoply of electronic subgenres into an explosive package, "Panda On The Bamboo Tree" offer a special listening experience. Prepare for a psychedelic, hypnotic and meditative touch which can leave its mark inside your head.”
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Variegated electronics and deep bass are harmoniously diluted with ethnic motifs and even acoustic Indian vocals. The musician combines such genres as downtempo, chillout, lounge and others, creating unique psychedelic music piece by piece.
AmPm – Streets of Tokyo (feat. Michael Kaneko)
“Great Tropical House from -Mpm-, which was recorded jointly with -michael Kaneko-. At any time of the year and day, this track will become a decoration on your way and will not let you get bored even in the most cloudy weather.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Отличный Tropical House от -AmPm-, который был записан совместно с -Michael Kaneko-. В любое время года и суток этот трек станет украшением на вашем пути и не даст заскучать даже в самую пасмурную погоду.”
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Brimming with lush sonic landscapes blending house with synth-wave, “Streets of Tokyo” immediately transports the listeners to the neon lights of Tokyo. With dopamine rushing through every note, the single ties together the awe, the mystery, and the sheer pleasure of wanderlust. Part of their forthcoming album that is to be announced later in the year, the entire album revolves around the notion of thrill of traveling and going to new places, all the while experiencing a sense of wonder in sound and style within each place.
USE – A Billion Years
“Traces of joy and a friendly mood can be found between the waves of "A Billion Years". Fresh release for the fans of Indie, with acidic electronic background taste and the best variety of vocal performance which kept our finger pushing the "replay" more than once!”
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https://www.instagram.com/untitledsocialexperiment
Marc Gallagher – Sad Elephant
“The rays of the morning sun slowly glide on the back of your bed and whisper tell you – wake up, I’m here. When music gives such clean and frank associations, you can be completely sure that it comes from the heart. Thank you -marc Gallagher- For such beauty in an acoustic wrap.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Лучи утреннего солнца медленно скользят по спинке вашей кровати и шепотом говорят вам — просыпайся, я здесь. Когда музыка дарит такие чистые и откровенные ассоциации, то можно быть полностью уверенным, что она исходит от сердца. Спасибо -Marc Gallagher- за такую красоту в акустической обёртке.”
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Almost a year on from his acclaimed EP “Cartoon Physics”, Manchester-based ukulele player Marc Gallagher is gearing up for the release of his next single “Sad Elephant”.
Born and raised in Nantwich, Cheshire, Marc shaped his musical development with local open mics and gigs, before moving to Manchester and subsequently taking his talents internationally to 11 countries on tours and ukulele festivals. Writing songs about his own experiences, Marc’s latest single stemmed from a medical diagnosis that changed his life.
Marc was diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea in January 2021, a condition in which he frequently stops breathing during sleep, and is thusly unable to adequately rest through the night. The diagnosis provided an explanation as to why the songwriter was perpetually tired, and the supply of air via a machine and face mask has renewed Marc’s energy, and seemingly his creativity.
“As relieved as I was for the treatment I underwent, I was daunted by the permanence of using a machine every night for the rest of my life, especially as a man in my mid-twenties”, Marc said, adding “This song channels my thought process throughout the whole experience, from my pre-diagnosis condition to the realisation of such a lifelong adjustment.”
Since the world returned to live music post-pandemic, Marc has been busier than ever, performing 5-7 times a week with highlights including Austrian Ukulele Festival and a Main Stage slot at Grand Northern Ukulele Festival supporting Jake Shimabukuro-considered by many to be the best ukulele player in the world.
From a production standpoint, “Sad Elephant” finds a middle ground between his prior professionally recorded album “Songs From A Happy Winter” and his homemade EP “Cartoon Physics”, self-recording 30 parts at home while getting it professionally mixed at Voltalab Sound Studios in Rochdale.
Speaking of the influences for this single, Marc said “I recently really fell in love with the music of Dodie, and how she marries the intimate raw playing style with a dreamlike soundscape, it only seemed appropriate to lift from that for a song about sleep!”
Matt Warnes, editor of UKE Magazine writes “In Sad Elephant, Marc Gallagher reveals the mask behind the man, tackling a hidden issue that affects so many with a deftness of touch that leaves you in no doubt of his songwriting skills”
“Sad Elephant” will be released on August 19th digitally via all relevant online and streaming platforms.
https://www.instagram.com/marcgallaghermusic
Steve Wynn – Simpler Than The Rain
“Music -stee Wynn- always begins its way from the very heart and, like hot, morning coffee, delivers a portion of dopamine to your blood. Let his new Indie Rock Track be a wonderful start to a new day for you, and the voice will sound in your head until it touches the pillows late in the evening.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Музыка -Steve Wynn- всегда начинает свой путь от самого сердца и словно горячий, утренний кофе доставляет порцию дофамина в вашу кровь. Пусть его новый Indie Rock трек станет для вас прекрасным началом нового дня, а голос будет звучать в вашей голове до тех пор, пока она не коснётся подушки поздним вечером.”
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A Leg To Stand On Music is excited to release new single "Simpler Than The Rain” by Steve Wynn, best known as leading legendary alternative rock/neo-psychedelic band The Dream Syndicate. "Simpler Than The Rain” is the latest release on charity label A Leg To Stand On Music, on August 11th
In 25 years, Steve Wynn has released at least that many albums and has seen over 100% of his songs recorded. He has played over 2000 shows in more than 25 countries. His songs have been recorded and/or performed by REM, Luna, Concrete Blonde, The Black Crowes, Yo La Tengo and Eleventh Dream Day, among others; his "That's Why I Wear Black" became the #1 single of 1993 in Norway as the leadoff track from the debut album by Somebody's Darling. He has been prominently featured in Rolling Stone, Mojo, Uncut, Entertainment Weekly, People, The Los Angeles Times, New York Times and countless other publications all over the world.
Or maybe you know Wynn from his groundbreaking work with The Dream Syndicate, a band that--along with REM and the Replacements--practically invented the American indie rock scene of the 1980s. Perhaps you know Wynn from his critically acclaimed solo albums of the 1990s which were fixtures on many Modern Rock radio stations across the country. Or it could be from his highly touted side-project Gutterball which by its fifth gig found itself signed to Mute/Elektra and on a national tour with The Black Crowes. Or maybe you tuned in for the first time when he played on the Late Show With David Letterman as part of The Baseball Project. Or recently you saw the recent live shows by the recently reformed The Dream Syndicate.
A Leg To Stand On Music is part of the A Leg To Stand On (ALTSO) charity organization to raise funds to provide critical and life-changing mobility treatments to children in developing countries. The music label was established as a platform for artists to donate songs in support of the organization's mission. The organization recently celebrated their 20,000th child treated since programs began in 2003. By providing free, high-quality prosthetic limbs, orthotic braces, and appropriately fitted wheelchairs to ALTSO’s CoolKids, the charity offers not only mobility to each of its beneficiaries, but the ability to independently attend school each day, in areas where public transportation is absent or unaffordable, providing them access to education, self-esteem, and tools to live self-sufficiently.
A Leg To Stand On Music in association with label Declared Goods and FUGA Distribution has had released numerous releases since 2021 from 22 Brides, ALTSO All stars, Deena & Chasing Colours, Chris Caruso, "A Christmas Present For You (From Zero Hour)” a collection of legendary mid 1990’s Artists, and the ALTSO's 2021 Rocktoberfest Compilation of music from the annual A Leg To Stand On event – which happened virtually on Oct 22nd, 2021 - featuring 15 bands from New York, Chicago, London, and Paris. All artists donated their songs and all proceeds from song downloads benefit A Leg To Stand On. 2022 is set to be a banner year for A Leg To Stand On Music with a releases from an exciting mix of upcoming and popular artists donating music to benefit ALTSO’s CoolKids! As well, Rocktoberfest returns live Oct 13 at City Winery Chicago and Oct 20, Hard Rock Café NYC!
Follow on Bandcamp and A Leg To Stand On for updates on releases.
"Simpler Than The Rain” by Steve Wynn is out August 11th on A Leg To Stand On Music.