Music Reviews

Wheaton, Maryland — Friday, June 21st, 2019 — EDYE (pronounced EDDIE) is among the new wave of young DMV artists in Maryland creating the next generation of DMV sound and art. Raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, he’s begun to quickly prove himself as a heavy hitter in lyrical rap.

What is DMV rap? One might think of Shabazz, Q da Fool or a number of other artists that made a way for the DMV to be heard, but the next generation is far past that. With focus’ on lyricism and the finer artistic aspects of music and physical arts like clothing, painting, and editing,  it could be said that the DMV is close to experiencing a renaissance of new talent and hope.

As for EDYE, growing up younger, he was inspired by the likes Indie bands and early 90s and 2000s rap. He grew up writing poetry, which later pushed him into making songs, seeing music as easier to portray emotions and feelings.

EDYE plans on releasing more music as time passes by and di

Davidson, NC — Tuesday, July 25th, 2019 — The James Reid Band, fresh from a pair of highly acclaimed concerts on Orcas Island in Washington State, is returning to the studio to record its second CD, titled “Tales Tall and Tender.” Sparked by the reunion of singer/songwriters James “JP” Connell and Reid Spencer, the James Reid Band is recording an eclectic mix of rock, country-rock and “country jazz,” featuring a formidable roster of virtuoso musicians, keyboardist Martin Lund (former musical director for Isaac Hayes), guitarist Mat Kastner (Randy Burns and the Skydog band), drummer Brian Kirk (Pointer Sisters), bassist Dan O’Brien and saxophonist Brian “Boss” Hogg. The new CD follows the James Reid Band’s debut recording “Breakfast at Sunset,” which is available for sale or streaming at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/jamesreidband

Chicago, IL — Wednesday, July 24th, 2019 — Freckles TheWriter is a hip-hop/R&B songwriter, producer, and artist hailing from the Southside of Chicago. Living in foster homes since the age of seven, she found an outlet in music which has brought her up to whom she is today. Tanya White has had an upcoming as an artist like no other. With R. Kelly and Babyface as mentors, Tanya has had the ability to write music for the biggest hip-hop and R&B artists in the industry.

Chicagoan artist Freckles TheWriter returns with an upbeat hip-hop/R&B single ‘Friends With Benefits’. Teaming up with Aina Brei’Yon, the single features an uplifting production, driving beat, catchy melody, and an anthemic vocal performance by the artists. Undoubtedly, ‘Friends With Benefits’ has every element for a Top 40 track. The arrangement of the single is unique and different from that of other commercial hip-hop/R&B productions. This

New Album, DiVERSiTY, Out May 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

West Midlands, United Kingdom – July 18, 2019 – After taking home the BCM Awards Album of the Year for their 2018 debut, FOREVER young, WOUNDEDSPiRiT is ready to impress all over again with their 2020 follow up DiVERSiTY led by their latest single, “Taking Back Control.”

West Bromwich’s WOUNDEDSPiRiT formed in 1989 and throughout the mid-90s toured locally and made waves on the likes of Steve Wright at Radio 1. After touring in Spain in 2000, WOUNDEDSPiRiT took a step back. That is until 2016. They got back together for a Judgestock show and by the following year were back in the studio working on the first song for their debut album, 2018’s FOREVER young. The album went on to win BCM Awards Album of the Year, and with that two of the original members, Elton McTaggart (drums) and Jason Kelly (vocals) kn

Davenport, Iowa, US — Friday, June 28th, 2019 — Indie Award Winning Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, and Blogger.  Richie Uchiha is Multi-Talented in several genres from R&B, Hip Hop, Pop, and even Rock. Cornelius Shaw Aka Richie Uchiha was Born in Dallas Tx where he first started doing music with a group called 1x. At Age 18 Rich went solo and made his first 2 singles which were Rider Chick and I don’t know, it sold over 500,000 copies that are very good for an independent artist.

This Artist (Richie Uchiha) is a once in a lifetime artist. Witness as this artist delivers a great message.  He has a unique look that’s out of this world.  His music is magic with his voice manipulation.

“Don’t waste your time looking back on what you’ve lost Move on, for life is not meant to be traveled backward.”
“Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.”

Quad Cities-based buzzed-about hip-hop artist Richie