Get Chill with Joshua Earth

Instrumental Goods with Jourin Hannah

Jourin Hannah is the man with little words, but big talent. “Tomorrow Night” is what we start with and here we hear a grand instrumental piece that provides an emotive story and it really turns into a epic adventure. When we reach “I Can’t Make You Love Me” you hear what I can only liken to a song one would hear in an 80’s romantic drama. Imagine Patrick Swayze and it all makes sense. He does covers too, one of the most stand out is the country classic “How Do I Live.” If you’re a fan of instrumental guitar music, then you need to hear what Jourin Hannah can do with his. (https://soundcloud.com/jourin-hannah)

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Producing Quality with Q Ball

Hugh Bell AKA Q Ball is a producer, musician and songwriter who has worked with artists from coast to coast. Influenced by the improvisation of jazz and the soul of R&B, he started out in music years ago and today continues to pour his passion into the studio. Whether it’s his hip hop “Betta Daze” or a little on the worship side with “World’s Greatest Love Story,” Q Ball can make the most of any genre put into his hands. Those interested in hearing more from him, or those who want to connect, can check him out online. (https://www.tailormadetracks.com)

The Caesars: "Timeless"

The Caesars are serving up R&B and soul in their latest single “Timeless.” If you grew up listening to the foundations of those genres in the mainstream by way of the 70’s, then this is the group you’ve been waiting for. They harmonize like a gaggle of angels and deliver a sultry but sophisticated touch of romance with every note. Make sure to check out Missouri’s own The Caesars and their track “Timeless,” available now. (https://www.jango.com/music/The+Caesars+R+B+and+Soul+)

Justin DiFebbo -Skin and Bones

URL: https://www.justindifebbo.com/

If you’re going to go in a retro direction, choose wisely. For instance, self-indulgent guitar heroics don’t play as well in 2016 as they did in 1976. One approach, however, that seems to have timeless, across the board appeal is big, cinematic pop with a surfeit of rock shot through it for gravitas. The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and their ilk are important reference points for Justin DiFebbo’s second album Skin and Bones. DiFebbo doesn’t slavishly imitate past masters, but instead, attempts filtering them through his own unique artistic consciousness. The ten songs on his new album attempt to cover a lot of sonic territory in relatively condensed spaces but are well produced and performed with passion that is never overwrought or heavy handed.

Thomas Nordlund - Divide Avenue

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thomasnordlundmusic/ 

Despite the instrumental nature of Thomas Nordlund’s debut album, there’s something on this for everyone. The rock fan will appreciate his lead work, even at its minimalist best, and the often powerful drumming. The songwriting and progressive rock fan will enjoy how Nordlund incorporates a variety of keyboards into his overall package without ever allowing the electronics to overwhelm his other instruments. Blues fans will be pleasantly surprised by the sincere and cutting guitar phrases creeping into his language. There’s much more. There’s also a first class intellect guiding the artistic direction on this album and making all of the moment by moment calls that help it connect with its listeners. Beyond sound, beyond technique, the eight songs on Divide Avenue are tailored to directly connect with listener’s emotions and jolt their imaginations to life.  

Bobby Jo Valentine - Fox Eyes, Whale Heart

URL: https://www.bobbyjovalentine.com/ 

Few young songwriters impress like Bobby Jo Valentine. His third album Fox Eyes, Whale Heart refines and perfects the first stage of his songwriting development. The lyrical content has deepened in poetic ways and he continues to learn more and more about how to integrate his personal experiences into material with universal appeal. The album has twelve tracks with the common foundation of Valentine’s acoustic guitar, but he doesn’t constrain himself to a strict folk aesthetic. He busies himself threading a surprising variety of instrumental voices into his sonic tapestry and they seamlessly weave their way through his artistic vision. The songs offer hints of a rock and roll attitude that Valentine doesn’t fully exploit, but instead seeps out enough to sharpen the edges of some songs.