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Demuja – Take Me Away From Here (Video)
“New House tune with Old-school style and uplifting mood. Released in the “Period Of Time” album is ready to take you away in a full dancing trip. “Demuja” knows how to attract our interest and this can be proved from the first listening of this work.”
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Austrian DJ/producer Demuja drops his new Single “Take Me Away From Here” from the forthcoming album “Period of Time” out on August 20.
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Paul Weinfield – There’s Nothing to Look Forward To (Spotify)
“A round halo of the moon over the roofs of the marble city, stardust on hot windowsills and an orange thread of the cooling horizon. -There's Nothing to Look Forward To- is fully conveyed to the listeners, this music has a real flavor, you listen it in one breath, correctly chosen words that distinguish the work of -Paul Weinfield- against the background of many other performers in Folk music.”
“Круглый ореол луны над крышами мраморного города, звёздная пыль на раскалённых подоконниках и оранжевая нить остывающего горизонта. -There's Nothing to Look Forward To- полностью доносится до слушателей, это настоящий колорит, слушается на одном дыхании, верно подобранные слова, которые выделают творчество -Paul Weinfield- на фоне множества других исполнителей Folk музыки.”
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"There's Nothing To Look Forward To" is a song about the pandemic, frustration, and the importance of staying present with what is difficult. Paul did all the vocals, instruments, and songwriting, aside from drums and horns.
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Eyal Zusman, Amir Lev – when you’ll arrive (Spotify)
“-When you'll arrive- unites in a dimensional and pleasant Dream Pop. The overall positive structure and the hypnotic vocals closer to its end, penetrate in the listener's head and practically makes it to the inner self. Unambiguous hit!”
“-When You'll Arrive- объединяет в себе размеренный и приятный Dream Pop, общую позитивную структуру подачи, а гипнотический вокал ближе к концу композиции окончательно сносит голову слушателя и практический заставляет влюбить в себя до потери пульса. Однозначный хит!”
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Sometimes, the only thing that can save you, is love. The fourth, and most romantic single yet, from the album by Eyal Zusman and Amir Lev: 'The Journey to the Warmer Lands'.
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This is a collaboration between two Israeli artists, who created an album with live warm sounds, an oriental Galilee touch and Mediterranean rhythms.
Amir Lev has been creating music for over 30 years, releasing extraordinary solo albums and canonic songs, which he performs in unforgettable performances. Lev is a music producer, an excellent guitarist, and an exciting songwriter.
Eyal Zusman is an actor, director, and screenwriter. He has won several awards in the arts and culture sphere and this is his first music album.
All the songs in the album 'The Journey to the warmer lands’ were composed jointly by Lev and Zusman, inspired by the tracks of the French musician DJ WORAKLS.
The album was recorded live with acoustic instruments and live vocals.
Anzhelika Kovalenko – Black Earth (Kara Toprak) by Fazil Say | WeLive on Tour | Live im Parktheater (Video)
“-Black Earth- combines the experimental component, which as it is developed, is revealed before the listener. In the begining you are immersed in melodic waves and it seems that the Earth leaves under your feet, but after a couple of minutes, the piano melody absorbs and takes you into oblivion. Awesome journey.”
“-Black Earth- сочетает в себе экспериментальную составляющую, которая по мере развития раскрывается перед слушателем. Сначала вас погружают в мелодический хаос и, кажется, что земля уходит из-под ног, но уже спустя пару минут мелодия фортепиано поглощает и уносит в небытие на своих волнах. Потрясающее путешествие.”
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In the video, the Ukrainian pianist Anzhelika Kovalenko performs the piece “Black Earth (Kara Toprak)” by the Turkish composer Fazil Say live at the German “Parktheater Lahr”. The core motif of the piano solo piece is the imitation of the Turkish folk music instrument Saz. Kovalenko herself is a great admirer of the Turkish composer Say. In front of 15 cameras and with a light show staged especially for the performance, she stages “Black Earth” as never before. The 25-year-old pianist impresses with a lot of feeling and great musicality. The recording is part of the second episode “Classic meets Electro” from the concert film series “WeLive on Tour”.
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Im Video stellt die ukrainische Pianistin Anzhelika Kovalenko live im deutschen “Parktheater Lahr” das Stück “Black Earth (Kara Toprak)” des türkischen Komponisten Fazil Say vor. Das Kernmotiv des Klavier-Solostückes ist die Imitation des türkischen Volksmusik-Instruments Saz. Kovalenko selbst ist eine große Bewunderin des türkischen Komponisten Say. Vor 15 Kameras und mit extra für den Auftritt inszenierter Lichtshow setzt sie “Black Earth” wie noch nie in Szene. Die 25-jährige Pianistin beeindruckt durch viel Gefühl und große Musikalität. Die Aufnahme ist Teil der zweiten Episode “Classic meets Electro” aus der Konzertfilmserie “WeLive on Tour”.
Anzhelika Kovalenko is a Ukrainian pianist. She studied at the Mykola Lysenko National High School in Lviv with Humetska Marianna and Humetska Halisa. Already as a student she was part of the “European Academy of Young Virtuosos” and played concerts in Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania. Kovalenko now lives and performs in Germany.
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Anzhelika Kovalenko ist eine ukrainische Pianistin. Sie studierte an der Nationalhochschule Mykola Lysenko in Lwiw bei Humetska Marianna und Humetska Halisa. Bereits als Studentin war sie Teil der “European Academy of Young Virtuosos” und spielte Konzerte in der Ukraine, Polen und Litauen. Mittlerweile lebt und konzertiert Kovalenko in Deutschland.
Ukiah – For You (Spotify)
“Charming rhythms and melodic Lo-fi Pop line. -For You- creates an atmosphere that introduces the listener into a special state. It also reveals all its beauty and uniqueness, like a flower under the rays of the dazzling sun.”
“Очаровывающие с первых секунд ритмы и мелодическая линия Lo-fi Pop. -For You- наделена атмосферой, которая вводит слушателя в особое состояние и в мгновении раскрывает всю свою красоту и необыкновенность, словно цветок под лучами ослепительного солнца. ”
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This is a an ambient and very beat driven song with relaxing melodies with a contrasting up beat drum line.
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Former drummer for Youth Lagoon and How to Dress Well , Ukiah has now set his sites on bolstering not just artist live sets but their production as well. His upcoming release is a stepping stone in co-writing and producing for other artists.
Nick Garcia – Live Together (Spotify)
“Nick Garcia introduces a wonderful vibe in the deep House scene. "Live Together" has a classic air of old and gold sound. simple and stiff kick, rich percussion patterns, vocal effects and vintage electronic riffs are the elements of success.”
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Live Together is Nick Garcia's homage to the wonderful sounds of classic 90's deep house. Simple, funky, and using just a few great sounds and textures to create a full, lush arrangement. It's really an exercise in less is more production, creating something fun and uplifting for the dance floor.
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Oporia – Irusu (Spotify)
“A gentle laid back Psychill, Future House track that evolves from a slowly introduced percussive rhythm, piano and pads, into a multi-layered pallette of organic ambiences & a variety of sound effects as the track fades out. Irusu by Oporia is catchy & easy on the ear. ”
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This is an organic, evolving chill future house track with lots of ambience and some funky rhythms!
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Fable – Fall Away (Spotify)
“Lyrically, 'Fall Away' by Fable is bang up to date, addressing current issues, realising that what will be will be, deal with it. Musically, the track is dominated by Fable's captivating, poignant vocals. A melancholic piano and vocals intro, builds into an emotive, cinematic style strings middle eight before fading out with the distinct feeling of regretful acceptance.”
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Brighton-based artist Fable today unveils her brand new single ‘Fall Away’, out now via Naim Records. The single is the latest offering from her forthcoming debut album and follows in the wake of the trip-hop and neo-soul blending singles, ‘Orbiting’ and ‘Womb’, which received acclaim from BBC 6 Music, NME and earned her a place as The Independent’s Spotlight Artist of the week.
With its luscious, cinematic feel, ‘Fall Away’ surges and pulls at you from a slow, beautiful build to a mid-section of glorious strings, all capped by Fable’s incredible vocal. “Fall Away’ is an attempt to be at peace with reality, despite the destruction of our natural world. It tries to accept that all things will come to an end, and that to resist this idea is like swimming upstream. The line ‘long may the grass grow’ is a recognition that even if humanity doesn’t survive, consciousness in other forms will continue” Fable explains.
“I think it’s always been important for me to live in the present, and to make peace with the idea of my own death. I drew inspiration from the meaning behind The Beatles’ ‘Let It Be’. The track has a cinematic feel, and I wanted the production to be a very physical experience. The track was written in an afternoon, and the vocal is a one take raw improvisation”
Having built up a reputation as one of the UK’s most promising new artists, being lauded by the likes of The Guardian, Mixmag, Q and Rolling Stone, collaborating with Orbital and playing at Glastonbury, the tragic loss of a close friend and resultant burnout and depression led to Fable taking time out from her music career in 2016 to protect her mental health. Four years later, and now an ambassador for mental health charity My Black Dog, Fable is relaunching her sound to the world, with previous singles ‘Orbiting’ and ‘Womb’ unveiled this year.
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Kianja – I Appreciate You (Video)
“Are you ready to enjoy some sensual sound? “Kianja” has the best mood and an irresistible call full of artistic beauty. Sit back and adjust your speakers’ volume for this highly attractive voice too.”
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I Appreciate You is a ode to every partner, Kianja sings about how grateful she is for love on this sensual, Latin and Dancehall influenced R&B song, that is sure to move hips and hearts. The song that acknowledges the support they have given in their relationship, especially after COVID 2019.
Her undeniable talent and hard work brought the young Londoner overwhelming critical support including features from Spotify’s ‘New Music Friday’, ‘Surface’, ‘Sweet Soul Sunday’ and several others. She also gained support accross BBC Radio 1, Rinse FM and 1XTRA. The music video will be released 30th July 2021.
Her undeniable talent and hard work brought the young Londoner overwhelming critical support. With support across BBC Radio 1, Rinse FM and 1Xtra. Her impeccable live performances also earned her a personal recommendation from Nile Rodgers to perform at Meltdown Festival at the London Southbank. She’s also performed some of London’s premiere venues including Ronnie Scotts, Colours Hoxton and Royal Festival Hall.
‘I Appreciate You’, shows a brighter side to the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.
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http://instagram.com/kianjamusic
Vincent Liou Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?
Vincent Liou:
Indie pop
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Vincent Liou:
I started piano when I was young and then played bass and clarinet for a few years. I loved making huge chords on the piano. I joined a band (Crash Coordinates) in high school and played minimal keys – I was basically the hype man. I wrote my first song in college in 2010 where I (low-key) ripped off Owl City’s ‘”Fireflies.” I wrote four EPs and recorded with Bob Hoag during that time. After graduating from PA school in Massachusetts, I moved back to Arizona to live with my momma (school is expensive you know!). After I came back, I met a girl who was cool, but she broke my heart – she was dating someone else at the same time we were together. My most recent ‘Big Surf’ EP are the songs that came out of that experience.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Vincent Liou:
I was lucky enough to have parents that liked good music. My dad would play John Denver and my mom played The Eagles. From there I started discovering new artists that really helped color my world. The artists that really showed me that music was freedom are many but Primus, The Locust, Minus the Bear, really solidified my belief.
Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?
Vincent Liou:
Whitney Houston "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?
Vincent Liou:
Bonnie Raitt "I Can't Make You Love Me"
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