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Maddy Brown – Far From You
“Romantic R&B Song with a light melodic pattern of Indie POP and a minimalistic rhythm, whose pleasant rustle is gently caressed by hearing. Warm vocals -maddy brown- listen very nicely, there is something native and familiar in it.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Романтическая R&B песня с лёгким мелодическим рисунком Indie Pop и минималистичным ритмом, чей приятный шелест на фоне нежно ласкает слух. Тёплый вокал -Maddy Brown- слушать очень приятно, есть в нём нечто родное и знакомое.”
-Nagamag.com
JUNE 29TH, 2022 – Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Maddy Brown teamed up with multi-talented producer and singer-songwriter Andres Owens (The Millennial Club, andreas owens, clay house) to release her second introspective R&B single, ”Far From You”, a reflection of her lessons from letting go of the past and learning to move forward.
https://www.instagram.com/madelynwrightbrown/
“Far From You”
“Far From You” is an autobiographical memoir of Maddy’s learnings from years past and openly expresses her struggles with letting go, even when she knew it was the right thing to do. The lyrical content of the song is reflective of her sentimental values when it comes to forming bonds with past friends and lovers that she cherished. Having gained wisdom through these experiences, Maddy learned to love herself more in the process and ultimately displays her genuine benevolence and vulnerability in this gracious piece.
Maddy’s raw and straight-to-the-point lyricism, masterful vocal control and delivery, and soulful R&B-centric production reflect the wide range of genres that have influenced her music throughout her life. With two more singles in the pipeline, “Wiser” and “Far From You” are just preludes to the sonic direction in her upcoming 6-track pop-infused R&B debut EP, slated to release in Fall 2022.
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“I’ve always struggled with the idea of letting relationships go, romantic or platonic. It’s always felt very odd that we're expected to suddenly forget about the love and devotion we invested. Even now, I often find my mind gravitating back to people I haven’t spoken to in years. This song captures my feelings as I get lost in my mind, miss the past, and strive to move forward and heal. This song helped me work through loving that part of myself and become a better friend, partner, and daughter.”
-Maddy Brown
Maddy Brown (Madelyn Wright Brown) found her voice through many different genres of music, which ultimately shaped her musical direction in the form of unique blending of choral harmonies, jazz-influenced melodies, and pop-infused R&B instrumentals.
With an exceptional familial background in music, intensive vocal and opera training, and in-depth jazz studies, Maddy’s singing and songwriting abilities are largely influenced by her time as a voice major at the Cal State Fullerton School of Music. However, though she gained essential skills and knowledge musically during her time in music school, Maddy often found herself overworked, struggling with writer’s block, and burnt out creatively. She finally found space throughout the pandemic — both in time and emotions — to finally express and voice her thoughts through her own music as Maddy Brown.
https://www.instagram.com/madelynwrightbrown/
Jessica Carter Altman – Lucky One
“-Jessica Carter altman- shares with us his magic track, obligatory for listening to each lover of indie pop music and its unique voice. When it is damp and cold outside, and it is bad and sad in your soul, turn on this track, it will scatter all the clouds above your head.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“-Jessica Carter Altman- делится с нами своим волшебным треком, обязательным к прослушиванию каждому любителю Indie Pop музыки и её уникального голоса. Когда на улице сыро и холодно, а на душе скверно и печально, включите этот трек, он развеет все тучи над вашей головой.”
-Nagamag.com
Symphonic and Digital Promotions Group announce the release of rising pop singer-songwriter Jessica Carter Altman’s new single “Lucky One.” Altman, who is currently putting the finishing touches on a new EP, For You, the follow-up to her debut No Rules, is sharing a heartfelt ballad dedicated to her father. This first single is perhaps the most deeply personal song to date in her repertoire—it’s a gorgeously uplifting acoustic ballad that pays homage to the strength and inspiration her father instilled in her.
The song was written by Carter Altman and Palmer Lee and produced by Jason Lehning.
Watch the Official Video to “Lucky One” Here: https://youtu.be/nIs5F8rbQls
Let me know if you’d like to post the video or need more information. Jessica is available for interviews.
The song was written by Carter Altman and Palmer Lee and produced by Jason Lehning. Also appearing on the song are Todd Lombardo on acoustic guitars, Viktor Krauss on bass, Jordan Lehning on keyboards and percussion, and Palmer Lee on backing vocals. “Lucky One” will be released digitally via Symphonic.
Jessica enlisted Colt Morton, Karely Perez Cruz and Jaron Berman to create a lyric video that reflects the highly personal elements of the song.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/atLpImy0rdc
Carter Altman notes: “I wrote the first track, ‘Lucky One,’ early in the pandemic. My father would always talk about how lucky he felt to have my brother and me as his children. This song was my response – that we were the lucky ones to have such a wonderful and caring father. And with the help of Jason Lehning, Jordan Lehning, Todd Lombardo, Viktor Kraus and my co-writer Palmer Lee, I was able to record and give it to him just before his passing.”
Though her lyrics are very personal, they touch universal chords that countless others can relate to having lived through the devastating losses and dramatic life alterations in the wake of the pandemic. It touches on both Robert’s selfless commitment to helping so many people in his life and the view that at the end of the day, the only things that matter in life are family and friends.
ABOUT JESSICA CARTER ALTMAN
Jessica Carter Altman finds a graceful sweet spot between raw emotional power and intimate subtlety on her upcoming three track EP For You, an acoustic project featuring three beautiful and heartfelt original songs inspired by and dedicated to her father Robert A. Altman, a prominent D.C lawyer and businessman.
Considering her admiration for her dad, it made perfect sense for Jessica to follow in his footsteps and that of his side of the family, many of which also went to law school. Her mom is the iconic Lynda Carter, and there was naturally a strong feminine role model throughout her childhood inspiring her to do whatever she set her mind to. She decided to go to law school because she believed it would give her the knowledge and experience to pursue whatever she wanted.
Understanding Jessica’s childhood passion for music is another key to understanding just why, despite her profound respect for the legal profession, she had to shift gears and pursue her career full time. Her dedication to her songwriting continued throughout the pandemic, working on new music with Jason Lehning, Palmer Lee, Latifah Alattas, and Jabe Beyer.
Smarturl: https://dpg.ffm.to/jcaluckyone
For more information, visit:
https://linktr.ee/jessicacarteraltman
KINGP x Buju – Commoner
“Definitely, this is a real hit in which excellent work has been done on vocals and the rhythmic structure of Dancehall and Afrobeats genres. -Kingp and buju- can be compared with builders, who, like designers, have collected their single from millions of sound elements into a working mechanism!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Однозначно, это настоящий хит, в котором произведена отличная работа над вокалом и ритмической структурой жанров Dancehall и Afrobeats. -KINGP и Buju- можно сравнить со строителями, которые словно конструкторы собрали свой сингл из миллионов звуковых элементов в работающий механизм!”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/kingpbrg/
Anytroops x Hannah Zhao – ON AND OFF
“The melody from the first notes forces the ocean of goosebumps throughout your skin. The sound is atmospheric, deep and melodic. Edm track itself is very dynamic, but with a slow and immersing rhythm. Of course, a very strong job!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Мелодия с первых нот заставляет океан мурашек пробежаться по всей вашей коже. Звук атмосферный, глубокий и мелодичный. EDM трек сам по себе очень динамичный, но при этом с медленным и погружающим в себя ритмом. Безусловно, очень сильная работа!”
-Nagamag.com
https://linktr.ee/anytroops
https://linktr.ee/hannahzhao
Jillian Antinora – Lighthouse
“Inspired by the endless value of friendship, this fresh single sheds light in the darkness sarounding us. The artist opens her heart to all important persons via her soulful voice and Acoustic guitar melodies which can directly envelop each listener.”
-Nagamag.com
Jillian Lee Antinora’s “Lighthouse” is a tender ode to friendship. Utilizing her acoustic guitar to create the mellow and inviting atmosphere which is characteristic to her music, the singer-songwriter conjures up warmth and gratitude. “This is a song I wrote for my best friends. I have really needed them over the past couple of years,” she explains. Using the metaphor of a lighthouse, Antinora paints a vivid picture of what it’s like to be like a lost boat that eventually finds hope outside of the darkness with a lighthouse. “You never criticize, you can cut through all the lights,” she sings, “the world tells us our truth, I’m so thankful for you.”
With acoustic-folk and the sweet envelopment of the cello, Antinora brings a depth of emotion to “Lighthouse.” Thanking God for her friends and demonstrating the strength of the female bond, Antinora explores the beauty of relationships and emphasizes their importance. “I wrote it to let them know how much they mean to me,” she says. “I have appreciated good friendships more and more as I have gotten older. Friends who listen, relate and help guide me through the struggles of life.”
Alyssa Jacey – Man of God
“A bittersweet single from Alyssa Jacey reveals true facts about her life. Alt Country mood and lyrics of deep meaning unfold slowly, but gradually with a nod to the destructive effects of a really negative behaviour.”
-Nagamag.com
http://www.alyssajacey.com/
Art Block – Infinity
“Feel the state of endless flight over the prairies of your native lands. Here is one of the most melodic instrumental compositions in the Rock genre, a kind of ballad about the infinity of being with a beautiful and delicate vocal. Dream!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Почувствуйте состояние бесконечного полёта над прериями ваших родных краёв. Перед вами одна из самых мелодичных инструментальных композиций в жанре Rock, своеобразная баллада о бесконечности бытия с красивым и нежным вокалом. Мечтайте!”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/artblockmusic
Audio Jacked – Not Me That’s Broken
“When you listen to a good arrangement in dance genres, such as Edm, you try to catch the most important thing - this is a bright and saturated drive wybe, whose rhythm is able to speed up your pulse. This single works real miracles with your mood!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Когда слушаешь хорошую аранжировку в танцевальных жанрах, таких как EDM, пытаешься уловить самое главное — это яркий и насыщенный драйвом вайб, чей ритм способен ускорить ваш пульс. Этот сингл творит самые настоящие чудеса с вашим настроением!”
-Nagamag.com
Audio Jacked 3rd release “Not Me That’s Broken” takes things to a new dimension. His gigantic bass line and solid vocals makes this track something you will want on repeat.
Featuring the soulful voice of Jessie Wagner who delivers a high energy performance crafted with powerful builds and a killer hook.
https://www.instagram.com/audiojacked/
Sharif Hassan – YouTruth
“The fantastic rhythmic style of the track, something reminded of the Deep Forest project, with its lamp, warm and very soft sound. AFRO-POP music is very smooth on ear, as if plunging into a fabulous reservoir somewhere in the depths of the forest thicket and step on the sand bottom.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Фантастическая ритмическая стилистика у трека, чем-то напомнила проект Deep Forest, с его ламповым, тёплым и очень мягким звучанием. Музыка Afro-pop очень ровно ложится на слух, словно погружаешься в сказочный водоём где-то в глубине лесной чащи и ступаешь по песочному дну.”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/sharif_hassan_/
Penny Roox – Do You Remember
“Drink pleasant memories of something important in your life with -penny roox-. This is a charming trip in time to the world of acoustic harmony of sounds, a pleasant melody, warm, fabulous vocals and nostalgia.” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)
“Предайтесь приятным воспоминаниям о нечто важном в вашей жизни вместе с -Penny Roox-. Это очаровательное путешествие во времени в мир акустической гармонии звуков, приятной мелодии, тёплого, сказочного вокала и ностальгии.”
-Nagamag.com
Artist said about this song:
"I wrote 'Do You Remember' after I had a strange dream about my high school sweetheart. It made me think about lost memories like that time we watched the Joy Division movie Control and I cried my eyes out, or how we always smoked cigarettes in his bed. Or how small I felt when we talked about me wanting to be a musician. It felt kinda liberating writing a song about him. Anyhow - it made me wonder if he remembers these things too."
Do You Remember is a lovely, low-key indie song about a teenage love. Penny’s vocals have an emotional intensity to it that’s unparalleled in the pop industry today, like she’s directly addressing you - making you feel your listening to your own memories. The acoustic guitar provides the driving force behind the song - played with a steady beat and layered multiple times on top of the mix, giving the whole thing a mystical and dreamy side, perfect for late night reminiscing on a hot summer night. "
http://pennyroox.com/