Barbudo is a British ‘Nu-eyed funk’ group from the south coast town of Havant, Portsmouth. Fusing elements of old-school funk, psych rock and smooth R&B, brothers Ben and Harry Stanworth, along with Elliot Salter have established an intoxicating sound which oozes charm and flamboyancy. Taking inspiration from the pioneers of 70’s funk, soul, and disco, as well as acts such as Steely Dan, Shuggie Otis, and The Isley Brothers, Barbudo have concocted a sound equal parts contemporary with yesteryear’s glow. This unique marriage has given the band the distinct sound that has been winning over audiences across the nation. Following the success of their last EP Pleasures, released under Pie & Vinyl Records, Barbudo…
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TULSA, OK | MAY 18TH, 2018 – Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, rock band NeoRomantics blend well-structured indie rock with emo elements on their brand new EP “Homecoming,” out TODAY on all streaming platforms. The 5-track collection acts as a beautiful contrast of sorts; while arranged much like a pop record, it is far from one. The record’s lyricism delves into an array of personal topics about relationships, including abandoning those that are toxic, growth, and parental influence on trust. “Homecoming” is the perfect display of the band’s eclecticism, particularly the lead single “Concentrated,” initially released in January. A well-produced and…
Disclosure surprised fans today by dropping a new single – “Ultimatum” featuring Malian musician Fatoumata Diawara. Listen to “Ultimatum” on all platforms HERE. The GRAMMY®-nominated U.K. duo – comprising brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence –told fans via social media: “Sorry it’s been a while – we have been missing you all immensely, so we wanted to share with you something we’ve been working on now the sun is shining and the trees are green. A few months ago, we stumbled across an amazing female vocalist named Fatoumata Diawara. While digging through her discography we discovered this beautiful sample and started messing around, having fun and experimenting with it. The…
Review by Emily Smith Love is complex. It’s not always as sunny and pleasurable as many pop songs portray it. There are often issues with communication, differing feelings, and heartache. Without sugarcoating it, this is what Nigerian hip-hop/soul/Afrobeat musician Blackmagic expresses in his latest single “No Need” as he sings the line that encapsulates the meaning of the whole song: “Not every love story is a romance.” The track begins with piano and a beat that bounces around it before being accompanied by some deep, muted vocals. These kinds of vocals appear throughout the chorus, where the singer will repeat…
CALUM TO PERFORM “YOU ARE THE REASON” WITH LEONA LEWIS ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA ON JUNE 6TH LIVE ON ABC DEBUT ALBUM – ONLY HUMAN- OUT NOW ON CAPITOL RECORDS U.K breakout artist Calum Scott releases the new video for “What I Miss Most” today. Directed by Ozzie Pullin and filmed in the U.K., the video and song unfold as a triumphant homage to Calum’s hometown and country. Says Calum, “This song is all about nostalgia and missing ‘home,’ for me that’s Hull!” Watch the video HERE and check out Calum perform the bright and soaring track live from Abbey Road Studios HERE. Calum’s debut album, Only Human hit #1 on iTunes in over 20 countries. Tracks from the album, out now on…