Jared Lutes

A 15-year veteran of both stage and studio, I am Moncton, NB singer-songwriter Jared Lutes. I have enjoyed consistent airplay and interviews on CBC Radio, earned live performances on local TV, appeared at many festival showcases, garnered multiple award nominations and awards, and have sold more than a thousand CDs from the stage. 

My music has also been featured on the hit TV show Reign, and I am a winner both at the International Songwriting Competition, and the Indie International Songwriting Competition. I also host my own songwriter-circle program for RogersTV. My fourth solo album Lionheart Soul, has been hailed as my best work yet, and earns international radio play. 

Appearing either solo or with my band I perform at hundreds of public venues and private events in the Maritimes. And while I am a committed musician, I’m also a father of two small children, and married to a talented singer as well; family remains my number-one inspiration. See more at:?www.jaredlutes.com

Kally O'Mally

Few powerhouse talents are capable of taking a vision from inception all the way through to product and Kally O'Mally is certainly one of them.    O'Mally hails from a Kentucky lineage that has generations of musical roots,  "I was enthralled by the music of my youth and far more interested in the stereo than the television.  My parents had a classic country and Southern Rock record collection that consisted of Loretta Lynn, Waylon Jennings, Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Anne Murray, Barbara Mandrell and others."  That love of music laid the foundation of what's clearly a longtime pursuit towards mastery and a willingness to push her own limits to bring her music to fruition.

O'Mally grew up in South Florida which helped cultivate her deep love of world musics and Latin rhythms. "South Florida is steeped in an incredible variety of world sounds, rich horn sections and energetic percussive beats; congas, bongos, steel drums, you name it.   Anything to get people grooving and and dancing and having a good time.  When I've accomplished that, I'm happy."  O'Mally has a particular knack for combining styles and can move from writing a classic traditional sounding song like, Bourbon on my Deathbed to the more raucous and tongue in cheek, Wild West Medicine Show.  An admitted computer geek with a competitive side, she was inspired to jump into sound engineering so she could fully execute her musical vision.  Being a multi-instrumentalist makes it even easier for her.  O'Mally is at home and comfortable playing guitar, keyboard, bass, ukulele and a whole host of percussion instruments.

lina marquez - acoustic gift video

Ms. Lina Marquez is one of our favorite artists that we play on SDC Digital Radio Networks starting in back in 2008.  Lina has long been a great artist and very consistent over the years with incredible music and talent.  We always look forward to her contribution to the arts.  

Here I share with you a live video for my song "beautiful." I really hope you enjoy it, and if you do, please share with friends and family. Kisses!

PHENOMENAL SINGER, SONGWRITER, AND PRODUCER Ishmael Muhammad AKA IsH-iLLa

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A CHILD OF GOD!!!

A PHENOMENAL SINGER, SONGWRITER, AND PRODUCER Ishmael Muhammad AKA IsH-iLLa was Born in the winter of 1982 Southside Chicago. Growing up as a child Ishmael was bounced from shelter to shelter Home to Home and struggled many days just to eat and stay warm in the windy city. As life moved foward and Ishmael got older being Exposed to violence, drugs, & crime like many Ghetto kids Ishmael did what he had to do just to survive even if that meant selling Drugs and Robbing. And what may have seem like a tragedy and a war zone to many it was always the norm for ishmael and people like him. Ishmael's only escape was his music. Through writing music and singing in the streets Ishmael was given the name IsH-iLLa (ISH Meaning the Man That was shorten from his name ISHMAEL and ILLA Meaning GIFTED or TALENTED) IsH-iLLa was truly the THE GIFTED MAN. He was the best at what he did amongst the people he knew, but as life worsened and many died, IsH-iLLa's GIFT started to become to big to compress in the Ghetto's of CHICAGO he was surrounded in.Selling drugs in his old neighborhoods for the last time IsH-iLLa got a greyhound ticket and In 2002 Ish-Illa moved to Los Angeles to FIGHT to get more than what he was raised in, poverty, homelessness, and crime. He believed he could do that by going somewhere he's never gone to accomplish something that many told him he couldnt accomplish with his music. After arriving in L.A. Ish-Illa lived on Skid Row and spent his time writing music and performing it on the streets. After some time he started performing outside popular night clubs in HOLLYWOOD.

? Through doing this Ish-Illa started getting noticed by many figures in the entertainment industry but none of which gave Ish-Illa a chance. During this time Ish-Illa began dating Shinobu who would one day take him off the streets from being homeless and become his wife. Ish-Illa was eventually discovered by Rich Glorious who was business partners with Ice-T. Ish-Illa was then signed to their entertainment company.Though Ish-Illa was finally on his way to success and had left his negative Chicago ways in the past for good. Over time Ice-T's business partners company was never able to secure a record deal for Ish-Illa and it was back to the streets for Ish-Illa. Somehow Chicago had found Ish-Illa again. He began back robbing people and trying to hustle his way out of the streets. Over time all this caught up with him and landed him in jail. From 2003 to 2005 Ish-Illa's time was spent between jail and the streets. Being in the streets and in jail was beginning to wear Ish-Illa down and he was getting tired. In 2005 Ish-Illa turned his life over to CHRIST, now realizing this was the path God had chosen for him in preparation for his future. Today Ish-Illa lives in Los Angeles with his beautiful wife Shinobu and togather they started "THE L.O.G. HOUSE FOUNDATION "which he has a homeless ministry under, for the past 8 years, 4 to 5 times a week, Ish-Illa and his wife has fed clothe and ministered to the homeless and many of those who has had a difficult life as he had. Ish-Illa is the founder of Brand New Era Inc., and his first major ALBUM "STRONGER THAN BEFORE" and his first  Single "LOVE IS THE LIGHT"  broke threw the URBAN AC CHARTS in summer of 2012, Now In May 2015, his new album "Life After Pain" will be released.  You can checkout samples and more of his music on http://www.jango.com/music/IsH+iLLa?l=0  https://soundcloud.com/ish-illa

Madlyn

Born into an artistic family, MadLyn began performing at age 3 and has been passionate about entertaining audiences ever since. Growing up in Southern California, she would begin to train her powerful vocals with a wide range of influences including Barbara Streisand, Whitney Houston, and Billy Joel. She tragically lost her mother to breast cancer when she was just 13, and after that began to immerse herself completely in songwriting and pop music. She later made the choice to honor her mother Madelyn, by taking on her name.Artistically choosing to drop the "e," she would be known as MadLyn, in loving tribute to her mother.

After deferring her acceptance into the Berklee College of Music in Boston to study songwriting,MadLyn was cast in her first feature film, "Elena Undone," which premiered at Outfest in 2010. In addition to playing a supporting character in the movie, MadLyn wrote and recorded "Suddenly," an original song that was featured in the film and on its soundtrack.

Years of developing her craft have now led MadLyn to writing songs for other artists, including European pop sensation, Suzanna Lubrano, recording the title track for the film "Wheels," appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! singing background vocals for bands like Youngblood Hawke, and recording vocals on the latest Jared Leto / Thirty Seconds to Mars album, "LOVE LUST FAITH + DREAMS." MadLyn has also co-written with some of the music industry's most prestigious songwriters including the legendary Billy Steinberg and Ken Hirsch.

MadLyn performs on a regular basis at various venues throughout the US, entertaining audiences both as a solo vocal/piano performer and with her other awesome band members. Her original music combines honest and self-aware songwriting along with her quirky piano playing pop sensibilities, and her covers of classics and modern music always includes her own style and interpretation. MadLyn is the creator & host of the ongoing breast cancer fundraising music event, "The Siren Song," and released her first official single and music video “Kiss Me Goodbye” on February 17th 2015.

Fred Karato aka "Crazy Sax"

Fred Karato aka "Crazy Sax" has now become one of the most demanded saxophonists in the largest and most prestigious Parisian clubs and on the international electro scene.

Karato got us used to his covers of the legendary Brassens songs where he delivered high quality musical and proved the extent of his talent to deliver a personal instrumental touch.

"Crazy Sax" searches for new inspirations in contemporary music with an endless imagination. He accomplished the great challenge of integrating his poetic instrument with the spellbinding electronic music at the time when technology invades the musical sphere.

Karato adapts his instrumental language to contemporary influences when he renews classical songs with a personal touch and brings the original and authentic sound to the current rhythm of techno music.

Karato is requested by many artists and DJs and is always available to innovate. He will always move further in his musical meetings and experiences.

He has worked with DJs like Laurent Wolf, DJ Greg B, DJ Ron Costa, 1LFF and Luck Mervil, DJ Fred Pellichero, Soundshakerz, the New York singer Jonny Rose and many others.

Karato is also approaching other cultures where he gets new inspiration. He is always searching for new trends and is surfing on the electronic and acoustic wave with a lot of humility and authenticity.

His eclectism has opened up opportunities for performances of a wide range such as the performance for children in Bagdad, Iraq, a duet with the boxing star Fabrice Tiozzo as well as the participation in the last film of JP Mocky with Michel Serrault et Bruno Solo.

Karato continues his musical innovations during the tour « Le village center dance tour » - a 100% open air dance floor performance with DJs, percussionists, a saxophonist, international pyrotechnic robot performers, fire-eaters and DJ workshop for teenagers.

Jay Jacobson

 
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 - Los Angeles, CA - Acclaimed singer songwriter Jay Jacobson has announced the release today of his fifth full-length studio album, the eagerly awaited CD titled, "The Ride". Known for his amazing tenor voice and ability to connect with his audience through his beautifully composed songs, Jay Jacobson's latest effort is an album that delivers a one-of-a-kind experience of emotional trip-hop, electronic dance and soulful ballads set against modern day pop influences. "The Ride" is now available on iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and several other online retail outlets.

From the personal heart tugging ballad, "Maybe One Day", to the whimsical exuberance of "Taking the Long Way Home", and the infectious dance anthem, "Animal", "The Ride" is an emotional roller coaster ride of 11 all-original tracks which shed a unique spotlight on life's exhilarating journey. Each song perfectly expressed through Jay's thought-provoking lyrics have the ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

The album has received glowing reviews noting Jay's impeccable vocals and the powerful messages embedded within his music:

"Jay has one of the most distinctive voices in pop music today….demonstrates a uniquely focused and sincere take on what it is to be a singer and a songwriter in the 21st century. His voice and music is at once as endearing, as it is effective in communicating pure, honest emotion!" - Soundlooks Music Journal

"Having a well layered background akin to a large act like Coldplay... incredibly radio friendly and has a very large potential for listener reach. I heard a voice that loves not only theatrical novelty, but spreading happiness as well. A warm and influential record, listening should evoke a high risk of encountering gentle tones, warm vibes, and desire to hit repeat." - HyPursuit

"5 STARS! From the colorfully layered strings on the opening track, “I Need A Change” to the intimate narrative of “I Lived”, a track which Jay describes as, “one of the most personal songs I’ve written,” through to other standouts like, “With Our Love”, “In The Blue”, “Maybe One Day”, “Ghosting” and “Might As Well Sing And Dance Together”, it’s hard to narrow it down to which song is the best, since every song is great in its own way; resulting in a near perfect pop album.." - Video Music Stars

"Jay Jacobson makes a memorable impression... There are classical influences as well as soaring vocals. He has an amazing tenor voice that glides between melodies. All the piano parts are beautifully rendered that they sound magical... uplifting... artfully crafted... You better pick this recording and the rest of his albums because I am sure you will love his kind of music!" - Sphere Music

"Jay Jacobson does an awesome job in the vocals department, hitting such high notes that I could only imagine hitting in my lifetime." - Indigo Indie

"...bouncy-ness of beats that keeps the music fresh and alive... Jay Jacobson has the talent and style that is indeed worth that listen, because it jumps at you each time you hear it." - Nataliez World

In addition to the new CD, Jay Jacobson will also release the official music videos for a few of the CD's singles from "The Ride".