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Friday, April 28, 2017

Papa Satch

Papa Satch

Papa Satch is a Singer/Songwriter/Producer.He started his music career as a founding member of the bands "Black Horizon,"Blank Stare" and "Mercy Hit".

He was a integral member of the seminal rock band "Spoof".As producer he wrote sang on and organized the critically acclaimed "Actress, Doggin It" Album.In recent years he toured many of the top clubs in the N.Y.C. Metropolitan Area. 

Steve Ronsen is a versatile singer, songwriter, and musician who clearly defines his own unique brand of guitar-driven pop/rock. He is also an award-winning musical director and a member of the wildly popular band Quikdraw.


So Far ‘til Now is a collaboration between Bob Sachnoff (Papa Satch) and Steve Ronsen. This guitar-driven mix features classically crafted tunes exploring a range of stories, with a mix of catchy melodies, all with a rock beat that will appeal to all generations and keep listeners humming long after.

Press Release:
Every once in a while an album comes along that “gets it right.” So Far ‘til Now is that album. A collaboration between Bob Sachnoff and Steve Ronsen, this album works on every level. With Steve’s brilliant guitar playing and Bob’s masterful songwriting, and their joint expertise in producing great music, this album raises the bar.

All ten songs have something to say. The album tackles a wide range of subjects, blending rock, folk and alternative styles of music to create a unique sound – sometimes familiar, sometimes fresh and brand new.

Bio:
Singer/songwriter/producer Bob Sachnoff (“Papa Satch”) started his music career as a founding member of Long Island Indie bands Black Horizon, Blank Stare, and Mercy Hit. He was also an integral member of the seminal rock band Spoof. As producer, he wrote, sang on and organized the critically acclaimed Actress, Doggin’ It album. In recent years, he has toured many of the top clubs in the NYC Metro area, and has been interviewed on radio stations.
Bob started his musical journey at an early age. Immersed in the great music of the sixties and seventies, he was impressed by legends such as Smokey Robinson, the Beatles, Neil Young and others. He started playing guitar at fourteen, and from then on, developed his career as a band member, playing charity events, school “Battles of the Bands” and parties during his high school years, with his band Black Horizon, and then joining the seminal band Spoof. After high school, Bob wrote, produced and performed on the critically acclaimed album, Actress, Doggin It.

As always, his passion for songwriting has been his motivating force. In the last few years, Bob has played in numerous bands, including Ooloo, Blank Stare and Mercy Hit. He has produced two self-released albums, No Fall Down and Open Dreams, and won the Golden Viking Award for Best Acoustic Rock Artist in 2007. From the early days, Rob’s music has had common threads: the love of a good tune; the belief and inspiration that good songs make life fuller and more enjoyable. With So Far ‘til Now, Bob believes he has contributed to that cause: some great-sounding tunes that everyone can relate to.

Steve Ronsen is a versatile singer, songwriter and musician with a unique brand of guitar-driven pop/rock. He is also an award-winning musical director and a member of the well-known band Quikdraw. Steve produces his own and other musicians’ songs. This musician can do it all – guitarist, bass player, drummer, and vocalist – and is a top-tier performer.

Background Notes:
In 2016, the sudden death of Bob’s father served as a catalyst for a whole new bevy of music. Bob contacted Steve to talk about producing a new album around this surge of emotional creativity. So Far ‘til Now is that album. With the opening song and lead single Shallow Water the listener is introduced to Bob’s new music, a taste of rock with a tinge of country twang. Nine more songs follow, including Run for Cover and Time.

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Jolene ft Maiko Watson

Artist: The Rhythm Express
Title: Jolene ft Maiko Watson
Label: 7 Arts/Side Door Records
Genre(s): Americana / Reggae / Country



“This is great...love the arrangement and Maiko’s vocals. We will add to Fresh Air.” Sandy Mowat – Producer Fresh Air CBC National Radio Canada

“Excellent version.” Kerry Doole – FYI Music News

A few months back I was turned on to a haunting YouTube clip of Dolly Parton singing her most recorded song, “Jolene”. The original 1973 track had been slowed from single format to long playing 33 1/3 speed. That listening experience was both eerie and a revelation. No doubt, Dolly Parton possesses a grand set of pipes. Slowed down it becomes more evident, in that every inflection, bend in a vowel, a word is extraordinary and rocked with emotion.

With that in mind and captivated by the change of tempo, I began hearing other possibilities. What if this was done with a reggae feel - early Bob Marley and Wailer’s rhythm section style and backing vocals reminiscent Marley’s backup singers, the I-Threes. Acutely aware Parton and a cappella sing group Pentatonix just won a Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Award with an updated version of ‘Jolene’; the song’s alluring story, sumptuous melody and sweeping beauty was more than the Rhythm Express could resist. In fact, we decided to keep the song’s country charm with a guest appearance from guitarist Tim Boviconti of Ron Sexsmith/ Burton Cummings fame. Tim’s lap steel, acoustic and electric guitar keeps our ‘Jolene’ rooted in tradition.

Great songs lend themselves to all sorts of interpretation. ‘Jolene’ rocks our world.

Enjoy
Bill King
Email: billkingpiano@gmail.com

Lead vocal: Maiko Watson
Produced/arranged/keys: Bill King
Executive Producer: Everton 'Pablo' Paul – drums/percussion
Recording engineer: rhythm guitar – Shane ‘Shaky J’ Forrest
Guitars: electric/lap steel – Tim Boviconti
Bass: Jesse 'Dubmatix' King
Violin: Elizabeth Rodriquez - violin
Mix: Michael Haas
Writers: Gunnar Jorstad/Dolly Parton – Velvet Apple Music
Recorded: Side Door Records

Saturday, April 1, 2017

Allegra Jane

Allegra Jane




ALLEGRA JANE MELDS CLASSICAL TRAINING WITH DEEP HIP-HOP INSPIRATION TO CREATE A NEO-SOUL, R&B SOUND THAT IS BOTH FAMILIAR AND COMPLETELY REFRESHING.

Basic Band Info
Band Name: Allegra Jane
Album Name: So Damn Heavy
Year Released: 2017
Email Address: info@allegrajanemusic.com
Website: www.allegrajanemusic.com
Music Style: Neo Soul, R&B, Hip Hop
Influences: Erykah Badu 

We Sound Like: SadePerforming Rights Society: ASCAP (USA) 

Label Affiliation: Unsigned Geographic
Hometown: Brooklyn
Country:United States
Touring your Region?: No 
Band Description

Allegra Jane melds classical training with deep hip- hop inspiration to create a neo-soul, R&B sound that is both familiar and completely refreshing.

Hailing from New England with immersive experiences studying music in NYC, Germany and West Africa, Jane blends diverse influences to create a sound that former Clipse road manager Sommer McCoy calls "effortlessly soulful". Her fiery debut single, "So Damn Heavy," is taken from her forthcoming EP, slated for digital release in March 2017 with accompanying performances throughout the NYC area.

The record is a collaboration with veteran producer Shareef "TekMaschine" Islam of Azteknique Productions. Over his twenty year career, Islam has worked with many genre luminaries including Lauryn Hill, Raphael Siddiq, Q-Tip, Mos Def, De La Soul, Jay Z, Busta, Rhymes, and Missy Elliot. He and Allegra Jane first forged a creative partnership while she was enrolled in his production course at NYC's Dubspot music school. 

They have spent the past year honing a signature sound that weaves Allegra Jane's velvety timbre through a mosaic of hazy RNB instrumentals.

'So Damn Heavy' is Allegra Jane's fiery debut single off of her forthcoming EP, slated for digital release in 2017. Her collaboration with veteran producer Shareef 'Azteknique' Islam creates a hard hitting and effortlessly soulful track that's a fresh take on a familiar sound. 

Friday, March 10, 2017

Rootwords



Artist: Rootwords 
Title: Layer Cake ft Dubmatix 
Label: Kinyama Sounds 
Genre(s): Hiphop 

"A tuff slice of UK Hip Hop with Rootworlds serving up some conscious rhymes" Box frequency FM / Grafitti Kings Radio - Gravesend/London, UK 


"sick!!" Sub FM Radio - UK 

"Dope" SURF 102.3 FM - Hossegor, France 

"This is really dope stuff! A big tune!" Radio Z 95.8 FM - Nuernberg, Germany 

"DOPE !!! Layer Cake est vraiment puissant !" Radio Krimi / Chamonix France 

"Nasty!" Syndicated Show (9 FM / Online Stations Europe/USA) Berlin, Germany 

"Great track!" The Sound Lab Syndicated Radio Show (17 stations across the UK" 

VIDEO - Layer Cake feat. Dubmatix 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWI3V7GJ9J4 

“Corruption is everywhere. Have a look around. Where can you not see any corruption? Nothing is pure anymore, not even the air. We are constantly being forced to choose the lesser of two evils, and some of us don't even question our choices. We are a lazy generation, and machines do the majority of the work for us. We no longer depend on the natural cycle of the seasons for our needs, instead we violate the cycle of life by requesting what we want whenever we want. The world is off balance, and we continue to push the tilt. 

The root of the problem is at the top of the pyramid. That is where the corruption is most rampant. The decisions and delinquency of those at the top trickles down and effects those at the bottom - who get hit the hardest. This is the layer cake. 

Inspired by a fantastic digital new age riddim by Dubmatix, I wrote this song to remind people of where they are, what they are doing; and especially to ask themselves if they are aware of what is going on. The devil you know is better than the devil you don't, so please just open up your eyes!” 
Root words 



rootwordsmusic.com 
youtube.com/rootwordsmusic 
facebook.com/rootwordsmusic 

Media Contact 
Stan Breynaert stan@kinyamasounds.com 

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Robert Maddrey

Robert Maddrey

At a time when music has come close enough to losing its soul, the independent music scene introduces Robert Maddrey. Inspired musically by this ever evolving world, his travels as a military brat contributed much to what he would later accomplish. This Philadelphia, PA born talent has lived and lead no less than a culture enriched life.

Robert Maddrey began his pursuit for music stardom in the year 1985. Though he did not take it seriously at that time, Robert's gift was first recognized in the church. Stationed in Hawaii, his father relocated the family. They resided there from 1968 to 1973. Singing on the church choir alongside of his brother would prove to create a platform for his future solo career. It wasn't until Robert personally met the infamous Jackson 5, that he began to see music as a possible serious endeavor. Even so, music remained a hobby. Robert continued to sing in the church choir, as well as his high school chorus and select ensemble.

Robert would soon find his way into an group called Black and Tan Ensemble. They sang, danced and performed stage plays. It wasn't until he purchased his first electric guitar that he wholeheartedly began to produce music. Robert eventually started playing the bass as well as the keyboards and various other instruments. Confident in his musicianship, he set out for greater opportunity.

Robert's first band gig was Black Atmosphere. He was given a dose of reality when they were booed off stage. While in the Army, he played in The Essence Band and The Eclipse Band. Both bands won several talent showcases at Fort Polk, LA. Eventually, Robert made the move to Columbus, Ohio. He naturally didn't skip a beat. He soon became a member of a duo named The Coup. Their all original material won them several showcases. The Coup also got some airplay once or twice. With all he had accomplished, learned and gained, Robert Maddrey had still not found his niche. His drive and desire to find his own personal sound.
would soon be the beginning of ThickerThanWater Productions.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 by 

Indie R&B Artist/Producer Robert Maddrey Releases Third New Single ‘Paint a Picture’


The singer/songwriter of contemporary rhythm ‘n’ blues known as Robert Maddrey has released his latest official single, “Paint a Picture.” Like the rest of his growing repertoire, “Paint a Picture” has been proudly published again under the ThickerThanWater Productions independent record label without the direction or support of the corporate music industry.

A smooth, classy, and heartfelt R&B ballad riding with a mellow groove that will surely appeal to fans of any genre. “Paint a Picture” is the latest reason for fans, listeners, and even the music industry itself, to sit up and seriously take note of this budding and trending artist and producer on the horizon.

Asked to cite some of his main artistic influences, Robert Maddrey lists Ray Parker, Jr.,Frankie Beverly, Ron Isley, Al Green, Issac Hayes, and “the sound behind the Motown sound” the Funk Brothers,” calling them “the great sounds of our history.” His own tone on “Paint a Picture” is less dramatic than Al Green’s and more subtle than Isaac Hayes’, making for a style that is modern, non-derivative, and will surely stand the test of time.

Helping to produce the magic behind “Paint a Picture” is Robert Maddrey’s brother, Paul Maddrey, Jr. who is undeniably bringing unprecedented musicianship to the table. This chemistry of musicianship helps create their characteristic sound that is slowly bringing ThickerThanWater productions closer and closer to the music forefront.

Speaking of the themes of his newest single, Maddrey writes, “‘Paint a Picture’ as in painting a picture with music and song. Music is not just a sound but a feeling that you create. It’s a simple but important message of peace and a musical vision of hope for the world– just a ‘feel good’ song that any real music
lover can’t help but enjoy.”

The publication of his first prominent single, “Change,” came in February 2016, followed in May by “Never Forget”, which was published under the “FaithWalk Entertainment” umbrella. Paint A Picture’ is a great follow up release after ‘Change’ and ‘Never Forget.’ The three songs compliment each other as well as show the great versatility in musical style and genre.

“From the vocals to the instrumentals,” writes Maddrey of his single, “‘Paint A Picture,’ I believe this song is destined to bring real music and musicianship back to life and to the airwaves. This song is truly a musical vision of the way the world should be. Bringing real music back in all genres as well as continuing to spread our universal message of peace. ‘Paint A Picture’ is a great follow up release after ‘Change’ and ‘Never Forget.’”

Maddrey has said of ThickerThanWater productions, “We love to make music and we make music to love.”
“Paint a Picture” by Robert Maddrey from ThickerThanWater Productions is now available online at over 700 digital outlets worldwide.

“Paint a Picture” by Robert Maddrey –
https://www.amazon.com/Paint-Picture-Single-Robert-Maddrey/dp/B01JTWKSU6/
Official Website –
http://noni11122002.wixsite.com/thickerthanwaterprod

Robert Maddrey is no stranger to hard work. Now as a budding solo artist, songwriter, producer and videographer, there's nowhere left to go but forward.

Influenced by the great sounds of our history, Ray Parker, Jr., Frankie Beverly, Al Green, Issac Hayes, and so many more, Robert Maddrey delivers musicianship from his soul to yours. Singing of truth, redemption, and much needed, love in its essence, his music reaches the depths of the listener.

Robert Maddrey...”We love to make music and we make music to love.”


Kirbie

Musik Radio Promotions

Kirbie

Genre
Adult Contemporary, Pop, Americana

Location
United States

Songwriter/Publisher
Kirbie Rose Parker / BMI

Kirbie is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player from the DC metro area. "Jr. High," a song off her first album released in 2010, was featured in the award winning film

Ask Me Anything starring Britt Robertson, Justin Long, Martin Sheen, and Christian Slater. Ask Me Anything later won Best Soundtrack at the Nashville Film Festival.

 http://listen.samcloud.com/w/66591/SDC-RadioMIXX/?play=y