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The eclectic composer of music known internationally as Joseph P. Freije has released his fourth full-length record for 2016, “Hiding in the Light.” The album contains 13 original Freije tracks for a listening time approaching a full hour. Like all music by Joseph P. Freije, it has been proudly published on the Phrygian Music independent record label without the support or direction of the corporate music industry. Fantastic and fugue-like, clever without pretension and kaleidoscopic with just a touch of psychedelia, “Hiding in the Light” is one of the most accessible experimental records from Joseph P. Freije yet.

For lovers of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac,  Ian Martyn's expressive and greatly inspiring new single 'I Can Feel Your Power' epitomises the  support and comfort that art can bring to people especially at their darkest times in life. In Ian's case it’s living with the earth shattering experience of losing both his wife and mother in the space of just 5 months.

The Road to Her Trademark of Excellence and Charm is Paved to “Swing Street”

R & B singer Chris Brown was recently arrested and accused of assault with a deadly weapon. However, reportedly Brown's attorney, Mark Geragos has hinted that the case against Brown is non-existent

The hip hop hero from New Orleans known as SoBlak has released his latest official single, “Handz Up Gun'd Down” feat. Lady Upt. The track has been proudly published on the 1Point5 Entertainment LLC independent record label without the direction of the corporate music industry. Heavy-hitting, socially conscientious and making a bold statement against police brutality in the United States, “Handz Up Gun'd Down” is a hip hop track putting SoBlak on the map where he belongs.

Angelina Jolie reportedly filed for divorce from husband Brad Pitt, effectively ending their 2 year marriage. Citing “irreconcilable differences”as the reason for the divorce. Since reports have surfaced of the impending divorce, rumours have also been circulating the net about Brad allegedly hooking up with actress Marion Cotillard on the set of their movie “Allied.” The rumours have since been debunked.

Ex Spice Girl Mel C (Aka Sporty Spice) has admitted that things are awkward with her and her ex bandmates after turning down a £2 million deal to reunite with the Spice Girls.

Splitbrain remains devoted to his signature Acid Tribal musical style but this time enhanced with ethno-melodic elements. As always Rhythm Ecstasy is the main focus of Splitbrain's music.

“Heartbeat  Of The World", the band´s sophomore release, is an epic album, 11 songs of Adult Contemporary / Pop-Rock music, with the earnest singing of Grammy Award winner Pat Hunt in the album's spotlight.The album is already broadcasted worldwide through terrestrial and internet radio, podcasts and music blogs and has also  been added to playlists on giants such as Clear Channel Network / IHeart Radio.

Country music sensation Rhea Francani has released her latest single, “Is This Love.” The track is the third popular single track to be showcased from her debut full-length record which dropped in July from the Limestone Records independent label. Upbeat, driving, and conveying all the warmth that comes with a new romance, “Is This Love” is the latest reason for country fans to take note of Nashville's newest voice.

The film composer, known internationally as Julian Scherle, has released his latest full-length soundtrack album, "Let's Be Evil." The album contains 23 original tracks for a total listening time of approximately 35 minutes. The "Let's Be Evil" soundtrack makes for a comprehensive tour of Scherle's composing and arranging skills and showcases a talent for combining different musical genres.

Trey McLaughlin Music (TMM) announced today that Trey Connor’s debut CD release will be launched by an Online Listening Event taking place at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16th at Cave Radio Broadcasting (CRB) in Redford, MI. One of Metro Detroit’s fastest rising indie pop/rock artists, Trey Connor will unveil his debut EP “While Everything Is Now” on CRB’s weekly Friday night show “The A List”, hosted by Aimée List and Ron Russell.

Portland based pop singer-songwriter Candice Russell has just released her second project, an EP entitled IGNITE. Candice was on American Idol, Season 11 and soon after she launched her first album So Much More. The songs from that album have been played on Internet and FM radio all across the world. She is an award winning songwriter and all of the songs on her projects are original. Candice’s writing is honest and vulnerable, while maintaining a positivity that inspires listeners to strive for something more. “I want to reach people with the music that I’ve written and hopefully encourage and uplift them,” says Russell. 

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Bishop is an inspired young artist who uses the aesthetic of hip hop to explore culture in radical and invigorating new ways. This is not block hopping drug music but instead aims to create a more intellectually and spiritually stimulating form of urban music. Not to say this is not without the gritty realism that has characterized some of the finest rap music including K.

The Kruger Brothers have become world renowned for their unique classically-infused folk/acoustic music. On October 15^th in Bristol, TN, the trio will perform the worldwide premiere of an original work, commissioned to honor the region, history and legacy of Tennessee’s Roan Mountain. The Kruger Brothers will be joined by The Kontras Quartet for this very special performance at the Paramount Center for the Arts.

With support from tastemakers such as Nigeria’s Beat FM, Naija FM, Ghana’s YFM and Zambia’s Power FM, Hot 87 FM and Flava FM, as well as the UK’s BBC 1Xtrafor her previous singles ‘JOY’ and ‘BABA’, fast-rising Afropop princess Katongo returns with her brand new single ‘All Over Me (Like This) featuring Congolese rising star BM (Ebebi, Makolongulu, Baloba).

Rhett May has just released his latest album ‘Creatures of the Night’. Described as a 13 track masterpiece, fans are set for another treat since his last album, ‘Fast Cars and Sitars’ in 2015

 Jay Salter’s Single “Angel of Mine” Hits Over 300 Radio Stations & Clubs Internationally

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.