‘Ray of Hope’ is a simple, yet inspirational ballad of keeping hope in dark times and how your friends can help you through.
Sung by Tessa Libreri with music by Thomas Libreri, (the award-winning Australian husband and wife duo known as Destiny Band Oz) with lyrics by fellow artist and friend, Chris Lee, from Virginia USA. Drums by Darryn Farrugia; guitar and bass by Thomas Libreri; piano by Ron Armstrong and sound production by Chris Gale.
Destiny Band Oz has achieved numerous number #1, top #5 and top #10 Australian and International chart hits and won multiple major Australian and International awards since their first release in 2017.
Their latest July single, ‘Slice of Heaven‘ has been charting for over 14 weeks now, reaching #4 in Australia nd top10 on several local and international charts. Their latest award in August 2020 was the 2020 International Singer-Songwriter Association ‘International Entertainer of the Year’ which follows Destiny Band Oz also winning the‘2019 ISSA International Band of the Year’
Other notable Destiny Band Oz awards include:
*2019 Independent Country Music Awards Most Popular Country Duo
*2019 Traditional Country Music Awards of Australia Top 10 Album (for their ‘Changes’ album)
*2019 Gold Medallion Media Award Collaboration of the Year (Tessa Libreri and Gary Ellis duet)
*2019 Tasmanian Independent Country Music Awards National Country Artist of the Year
*2018 Tasmanian Independent Country Music Awards National Country Band of the Year
*2018 Gold Medallion Media Award Duo or Group of the Year
*2017 Overall #1 song for 2017 on the Official Tasmanian chart
*2018-2019 x 4 Australian Songwriter Association song award placings
*2018-2020 – Numerous international song and artist awards
Destiny Band Oz’s original songs have strong family and personal influences
and are a blend of country, rock and soul style music. They have so farrecorded 3 albums: ‘Changes’, ‘Makin Music’ and ‘Take Me Back in Time’
And 2 EPs: ‘From the Heart’ and ‘Special Songs’ – with more new music on the way!
Destiny Band Oz’s music is available for digital download or streaming
from all major online stores (iTunes, Spotify, Google Play etc.)
Hard copy CDs via mail order through their website:
Ed Roman’s New Single “Tomorrow Is Today” Is His Finest Yet
Ed Roman’s New Single “Tomorrow Is Today” Is His Finest Yet
“The Buddha was once supposed to have said, ‘the trouble is you think you have time,” says chart-topping Canadian musician, Ed Roman. He describes his latest single, “Tomorrow Is Today” (MTS Records) as “the reflection of ‘act now’ in the living moment. Carpe Diem. Seize The Day!”
On Friday, September 4th, 2020, the award-winning singer-songwriter does just that, releasing the follow up to his #1 iTunes South Africa single, “Stronger.”
“Tomorrow Is Today” is being hailed by critics as Roman’s finest hour: “Ed has made possibly one of his best singles, if not his best..’Tomorrow Is Today’ finds Ed reaching new heights, exploring new territory, and as a result, producing one of the year’s best rock-based singles.” – Jamsphere
Produced by Michael Jack and Ed Roman, “Tomorrow Is Today” is from Ed’s forthcoming album, ARecipe For Perpetual Spring.
“We have come to rely too heavily on the system not only for our protection but our moral direction and social salvation,” says Ed. “What we don’t realize, is that we are the system…Each one of us, in our own individual beauty and jagged complexity. What I have come to understand, after 50 years of spinning around this star, is the things we create in our living environment every day are the most important of all. They are the things that promote mental and emotional stamina. They have tenure and longevity in your living experience.”
He continues, “The most important thing is we act every day on our thoughts and our feelings. Struggle and learn from the creative process of failure. Spend less of your time with your head in your hand, phone in your face, and look forward to the horizon where every day new opportunity lies in wait. Your opportunity is already here.. there’s no point in waiting for tomorrow.. The planet is gonna keep on spinning whether were here or not.”
ABOUT ED ROMAN: Ed Roman is an Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada. Blurring the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres, Ed’s uniquely crafted songs have received regular rotation on more than 100 terrestrial radio stations across North America and more than 600 stations, worldwide. Ed is an Artists Music Guild Award Nominee, an International Music and Entertainment Association Award Winner, a Josie Show Awards winner, an Akademia Awards Winner, and a two-time Indie Music Channel Award winner. Ed won a 2017 Radio Music Award for Best Americana Artist. He is also a #1 iTunes charting artist.
Ed Roman’s New Single “Tomorrow Is Today” Is His Finest Yet
Relax with New Album of Sing-a-long Country Music from Colin Gordon-Farleigh
Relax New Album of Sing-a-long Country Music from Colin Gordon-Farleigh
An incredible country album full of brand new tracks from Colin Gordon-Farleigh himself, duets with his favourite musicians and even a few wonderful covers! This album let’s us fall in love with country music all over again as we relax into the incredible harmonics of sing-a-long country vocals and acoustic set ups! Recorded at Funhouse Studios on Music Row in Nashville, this album was created with a legendary team of record producer Ernie Rowell and recording engineer Rodney Ingle. True ‘Friends & Heroes‘ within this feel-good album, check it out today for a country ride!
A published poet and ordained minister, Colin Gordon-Farleigh has achieved wonderful recognition for the person he is today. Inspired by Jim Reeves and Slim Whitman, as an artist he is in fact a multiple Akademia award winner for his Bluegrass Albums! Colin Gordon-Farleigh has achieved a life-time of writing and performing country music, spending much time in Nashville working with musicians and producers as influential as Ernie Rowell. This album release is a legendary moment for Colin Gordon-Farleigh, who continues his reign as a King of Bluegrass!
Relax with New Album of Sing-a-long Country Music from Colin Gordon-Farleigh
New Single from OldSkool Rockers skinsNbones Forever On
New Single from OldSkool Rockers skinsNbones Forever On
skinsNbones is a collaboration of Aussie muso’s featuring the powerhouse voice of Jason Kafoa, forming in December 2019. From diverse backgrounds and experience but all with a love of rock music.
Together we’ve created a sound all of our own, based around thumping rhythms, in your face brutal guitar and soaring melodies, sung with one of rock’s most dynamic voices. Keeping it simple, all feel and no frills. By sicking to this formula we’ve produced new 6 ball Aussie classic rock anthems which appeal to all generations. Our songs have meaningful and thought provoking lyrics written about real life issues that extend to social issues and the questions these issues raise.
One reason our logo is a “?” is skinsNbones like to raise questions and/or issues to get people to think, to question, to use their discernment, even with what we’re saying. Increasing awareness and perception, being able to discern what is and is not, is vital these days.
We are not about self promotion but the promotion of the issues our songs raise.
Using skinsNbones oldSkool rock with nuSkool roll.
About Forever On:
Two things. skinsNbones songs rarely have 1 storyline.
1. skinsNbones feel strongly about reducing stigma associated to mental dis-ease, or what Bones the lyricist calls “mental difference” and asks: “What would the world be like without mental difference?”
Einstein, Nikola Tesla, Isaac Newton, Beethoven, Van Gogh, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, we could go “Forever On”, all had mental dis-ease/difference. Without them thinking and seeing the world so differently where would we be? No E=mc^2! No understanding of electrical energy that we’re now only just using! and the art! Where would we be without such beauty?! Such inspiration!
The world’s greatest minds had mental dis-ease/difference which is why they thought DIFFERENTLY, in ways others couldn’t even dream. The world would be very bland and backwards without mental dis-ease/difference. Plus, mental dis-ease/difference is linked to higher IQ and also helps develops a higher EQ, an ability to empathise & care. So, “What would the world be like without mental difference?” Without seeing “new views” from being “around the bend”? This song is an Ode to Mental Difference, to help change perception, to learn it has all-ways added beauty and greatness to the world, been a huge part of the progression of the world. Learning about, and embracing your difference, makes a difference.
2. Keeping it short, the 2nd story is finding the inner light within Self, or from a higher Source, from tough experiences and using them to become more enlightened, a better person, fully accepting that mis-takes will be made, “wrongs”, that will be used to grow and not to put one’s Self down but help lift them up. Use “the rocks that tripped (you) up” as stepping stones for others. Use all ways to learn, grow and burn brighter and brighter in Spirit “Forever On”. skinsNbones promotes how beneficial Self growth is, especially from hard times. That becoming a better being, not a bitter being, is healthy for not just your Self but also the world around you.
New Single from OldSkool Rockers skinsNbones Forever On
New Single from Powerhouse Vocalist Jacqine, It’s Never Been About Us
New Single from Powerhouse Vocalist Jacqine, It’s Never Been About Us
Jacqine brings her characteristic powerhouse vocals to new single ‘It’s Never Been About Us’. Cinematic in it’s sound with sweeping strings and flutes the song tells the story of an unrequited love. ‘It’s Never Been About Us’ came to life after Jacqine sat down at the keyboard having had the idea in her mind for a while. Teaming up with Craig Levy of Little Pioneer Cider House who added the drums and audio engineering, this new single is emotive and moving. A powerful ballad that leaves you wanting more.
With a distinct voice and a keen ear for instrumentation, New York based Jacqine has gained notoriety for her songwriting and performing. Having studied privately with Iris Marrus and Susan Windor she draws from Jazz, rock and pop influences to create a unique blend of sounds. She found success with a song she co-wrote that was licensed at the Cannes Film Festival in France in 13 countries and had the opportunity to work with Eric Kupper (Whitney Houston, Cher). She has gigged in multiple venues in New York City and has received support from Followme 876 radio (Spain), GSRN (Panama), David Snashfold UK Mixcloud, 90.5 Sirius XM, Jazz Juice Radio (UK), with her music being heard in over 40 countries thanks to the continued support from Radio Indie International (Italy).
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Lyricz showcases versatility in his upcoming EP titled ADDICTION. Inspired by love, motivation and life lessons, this EP is artistically genuine as it uncovers the realistic narratives of a journey through the life of Lyricz! Influenced by his culture and lifestyle, Lyricz blesses us with a mid-tempo, eclectic, contemporary Afro-Pop EP which is all-powerful in catching our ear and making us bop! In his own words: ‘I hope my listeners take home with them, Love, Hope and Persistence.’ ‘No Bad Vibes’ is the very fitting title of a brand new music video on the way, fresh off the ADDICTION EP, now we are excited to witness greatness from Lyricz!
Lyricz picked up the passion for making music as a teenager, performing during his school years and listening to artists such as Babyface, Ginuwine and Boyz 2 Men. This reflected onto his need to create music that cuts across all genres and passes a strong message. Growing up an avid poet, he adopted the name Lyricz after colleagues and friends started calling him ‘Lyrical’. Soon enough, he developed his effortless style and innovative songwriting ability, so we can now look forward to hearing some more ‘Lyricz‘!
My Energy Certain to Raise The Roof with Edward Knocks
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Boastful, insecure and sincere all at at the same time, ‘My Energy’ is the new single to come from new persona Edward Knocks. Lockdown forced Edward Knocks to put shallow and self serving projects on hold and instead gave him time to sit down with his favourite synthesisers, resulting in confident and bubbly ‘My Energy’. Describing an interview with LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy on failure as a turning point for the creation of this song, Edward Knocks faces down his insecurities in this bold new release.
Edward Knocks is a new persona for the artist who was previously signed to a label under a different name. Since leaving his record deal due to creative inertia and the feeling of being pushed into the wrong creative direction, he has found himself to be bursting at the seams with new creative ideas and relishes the new creative control he exerts over his own projects. Inspired by David Bowie, Kanye West and Frank Ocean, Edward Knocks keeps his artistic integrity and authenticity central to his sound.
Daisy Spratt released her 3rd studio single, and this one definitely pulls on our heart strings. Her 2019 release of “Think Again Boy” had attitude and grit, but “Thinkin’ Bout You” is all about emotive lyrics, and verges on a personal conversation with her listeners.
The 24-year-old, Melbourne, singer-songwriter has had a trying year, like all people, coming to terms with the new realities of COVID-19, and the personal strains it has brought on families.
The song was written with certain loved ones in mind, that have been battling depression and anxiety. Her music video contains many personal home-made videos of herself, and her family, from when she was a little girl, which only adds to the emotion of the track.
“I wanted to share a song that would really speak to people in this season. It has been a tough year, we have lost people, lost jobs, lost our sense of order and what was once our reality. People need to know that someone cares and is thinkin’ bout them. I hope people feel uplifted, and emotional, all at the same time, when they listen to it”, she says.
The independent artist has floated between country and pop over the years, but this new single verges on the edge of pop, and indie/alternative genres with a vocal to match and captivate the attention of all listeners.
If you love Matt Corby, Taylor Swift, Vance Joy, Gabrielle Aplin or Amy Shark, you’ll love this song.
For the release, she has reached out to mental health organisations in Australia. Beyond Blue is kindly allowing Daisy to share the song on their public Facebook profile, to reach over 600,000 people.
Sensual and Sultry New Pop Music from Imogen Shute
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The well known situation of right people wrong time is the inspiration for sensual new release ‘Just For A Second’ from Australian pop singer Imogen Shute. In the song Imogen imagines the ‘what if’ scenario, taking us into the fantasy with sultry vocals and a pulsating beat that guides us through the track like a heartbeat. ‘Just For A Second’ was recorded at Truth Studios in Victoria..
Using her unique style of singing to her advantage, Imogen Shute is a young pop singer from Australia who has recently moved to Melbourne to pursue her dreams of being a recording artist. With her first song being released earlier this year, Imogen Shute is going from strength to strength, finding confidence in her sound and image. Wanting her listeners to feel sexy and good about themselves when they listen to her music, she describes her sound as “seductive and moody”. Citing Halsey, Billie Eilish and Lana Del Ray as her influences, Imogen Shute is set for a big year.
Look Forward To Winter with New Indie Music from Gordon Holland
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An expression of longing for winter mornings spent in bed with the one you love, ‘I’m Looking Forward to Winter’ is the latest single to come from Australian singer-songwriter Gordon Holland. Taking on a 70s singer-songwriter vibe, ‘I’m Looking Forward to Winter’ is the first song recorded with Gordon’s full band, giving this track a lush and warming feel to it. Inspired by time spent in his hometown of Perth and a holiday in California, the imagery reflects that comforting feeling of listening to the rain outside whilst you’re safe and warm inside. Written and demoed in the space of an hour, ‘I’m Looking Forward to Winter’ is filled with the raw spontaneity of a much needed writing session.
Originally from Perth, Gordon Holland now calls the musical shores of Melbourne home. Gordon recorded his debut single ‘Melbourne Bitter’ at a home studio in Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles with Luke Tierney (Silver Jet, Chris Shiflett & The Dead Peasants) mastered by Tom Beard (Deluxe Mastering). ‘Melbourne Bitter’ is a country-tinged song about self- confidence, disappointment and living away from family. He has also collaborated with Melbourne Singer-Songwriter Charlie Lane on her successful song ‘The Darkest Time’ which was featured on Spotify’s official Badass Women playlist. Gordon‘s single Melbourne Bitter went on to become a semi-finalist in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. “a scintillating new single … a personal and bittersweet ode to the plight of a struggling musician.” – Walter Price – Global Texan Chronicles. Mixing up alt country with big choruses reminiscent of Britpop, Gordon Holland is confessional, nostalgic and humorous, with his music amplifying his life experiences in a way that resonates with his audience.
Paul Moleta Releases New Alternative Rock Single, ‘Hey Young Soul’
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Hey Young Soul’ is the latest single to come from Australian singer songwriter Paul Moleta. Inspired by his time spent in a rehabilitation centre following lower spinal surgeries, ‘Hey Young Soul’ is imbued with positive energy, a real cheery summer tune. Talking about the song himself, Paul Moletaexplains…
I wrote the song to remind myself and other Rehabilitators and families that love, persistence and a positive mindset will help us conquer the challenges each day presents us with.
With its upbeat and summery sound, ‘Hey Young Soul’ marches us towards a stranger and happier mindset, a sentiment that has become increasingly important in our daily lives.
Growing up in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne, Paul began writing songs at an early age inspired to become a singer-songwriter. Blending alternative pop rock melodies with thoughtful and introspective lyrics,
Paul Moleta has used his music as a driving force to follow his dreams. Paul relocated to Ireland in 2017 where he fulfilled his dream of recording in Windmill Studios where he recorded his recent single ‘Hypnotised’ which has amassed nearly 20,000 streams on Spotify. Whilst living in Ireland he played major Irish festivals such as Electric Picnic, before moving back to Australia to continue pursuing music.
Pronounced Laila E Releases Debut Single ‘Grey Street’
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Inspired by the social issues faced by the homeless and sex workers ‘Grey Street’ is the latest single to come from Australian artist Pronounced Laila E. Giving a voice to the voiceless, Pronounced Laila E features the cries of a woman she met on Grey Street in St Kilda, an area of Melbourne where Pronounced Laila E is currently residing. Lyrically trying to overcome prejudice, the gentle guitar accompaniment gives way to a gritty hard hitting beat and lets the vocals take centre stage.
Using music and lyric writing as a tool to overcome past trauma, Pronounced Laila E has been writing rhymes for the last ten years. With themes focusing around social issues such as homelessness, personal experiences with mental illness and awareness, the battle of the ego mind and the path to awakening and self realisation Pronounced Laila E says “I wish to be a voice to those who need to be heard and those who need to heal.” Citing The Beastie Boys and Faithless as her influences, her music is diverse and her songwriting ability versatile. Whilst live shows are cancelled due to Covid-19, she will be performing a live show on NSB radio, with the date to be confirmed due to stage 4 of lockdown.
Pronounced Laila E Releases Debut Single ‘Grey Street’
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New Electronic Pop In My Dreams from Nii Co.
‘In My Dreams’ is the latest single to come from electronic pop artist Nii Co.. Written about the search for love and companionship and the fear of loneliness, ‘In My Dreams’ was written and recorded in three days at Nii Co.‘s home studio setup. Inspired by the impact home-schooling had on his social life, ‘In My Dreams’ is a moving call out for love, with an emotional vocal melody and simple piano accompaniment.
Nii Co. is a young singer songwriter who styles himself as a pop and future bass producer. Previously signed to Warner Music Philippines, he released three singles with the label before changing his artist name, rebranding himself as Nii Co.. Citing Owl City, Porter Robison and Joji as his influences, his music draws from EDM and pop styles.
David Biviano and Jonathan Wood Create Addictive Dance Pop Junk Masterpiece
David Biviano and Jonathan Wood – Junk
David Biviano and Jonathan Wood Create Addictive Dance Pop Junk Masterpiece
David Biviano and Jonathan Wood are two musicians who have seemed to find a mutual understanding and love for writing, recording and producing music while at opposite ends of the world.
For Australian artist David, writing has been a long-time desire since the age of 13. Now, a few decades later, it looks like the wait was worth it.
Junk is a high energy funky dance track which exudes qualities reminiscent of the 90’s era with a groove, vocal harmonies and beats to put a smile on your dial making you feel the need to press replay again and again.
While the track is about the struggle of coming clean off heroin, the vibrancy of this track doesn’t allow you to wallow.
The lyrics could very well portray any difficulty associated with the power of the mind and very cleverly written.
There’s a lot going on within the track, but don’t let that fool you as an over produced song!
The instrumentation is placed so very well, elements of that funky guitar, clean crisp piano and electronic sounds poke through the grooving beats that surrounds and explodes throughout.
There are so many great elements of surprise as the track progresses. Before you know it, it’s all over……hence, having to play it all over again.
Lyrics by David Biviano and music composed, arranged and produce by song writing partner, Jonathan Wood, it’s clear this working duo have found the magic key of writing, recording and producing great quality music.
It has me shaking my booty! A super catchy cracking track!
Happiness Redefined Exceptionally Funked Up With Timechyld
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Happiness Redefined Exceptionally Funked Up With Timechyld
Written after the birth of his first child, ‘Happiness Redefined’ is the latest single to come from Australian funk rocker Timechyld. Delving into the theme of fear and internal conflicts,
‘Happiness Redefined’ sees Timechyld coming to terms with a new personal life coinciding with a worldwide lockdown. With screaming guitar riffs and a funky groove, ‘Happiness Redefined’ shows Timechyld’s growth and maturity as both songwriter and person.
Timechyld is an Australian rock music project of multi-instrumentalist Andrew Rozen, who has been an active part of the Melbourne music scene for the last ten years.
Since working with a producer in 2019, he has decided to go completely solo on his new music, naming a bottle of wine as his sole contributor. Writing and recording in his home studio, Rozen’s lyrics are existential in nature and his songs serve as a vessel for emotional catharsis.
Happiness Redefined Exceptionally Funked Up With Timechyld
New EP Is Full Of Reasons To Embrace Your Sunny Disposition
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New EP Is Full Of Reasons To Embrace Your Sunny Disposition
Sunny Disposition released their debut EP in 2005, and played countless gigs in Melbourne and Sydney in the 2000s. They play mellow rock, driven by the sound of a cello.
This EP “Drifting By A Scene” was best described as:
“The rainy day melancholy to be found within this EP is, at times, lush and comforting.”Clem Bastow, Inpress, 2005
“A well-established rich and moody sound”Jesse Shrock, Beat, 2005
“Sunny Disposition combine the delicate rhythmic nature of textured guitars and smooth rhythm with the ethereal qualities of the cello to construct definitive mood pieces.”Nick Argyriou, Inpress, 2005
“An incredibly professional and well-honed EP”Shaun Topp, Beat, 2005
For this debut EP, the band received radio airplay on JJJ, RRR (Melb), PBS (Melb), 2SER (Syd), FBi (Syd), 4ZZZ (Bris) and numerous other community radio stations.
In 2009 and 2010, the band recorded a second EP, but as that decade concluded, life happened; marriages, mortgages and kids. This year, 2020, as a result of COVID19 restrictions and isolation, the band ‘remotely reformed’, and now present this recording that they have been sitting on for quite a while!
This second EP is called Full of Reasons, and the band are very excited to have this music seeing the light of day. The EP was recorded by Andrew McLaughlin (Radiant City, Champion Motorist), in his lounge and dining rooms, in Melbourne.
Sunny Disposition is:
Brad Murray – guitar, vocal
Cally Bartlett – cello
Kirsty Letts – bass
Brendan Bartlett – drums
New EP Is Full Of Reasons To Embrace Your Sunny Disposition
Indie Folk Songwriter Amie K Releases Double Single ‘Playing With Smoke/Glow’
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Representing a shift in Amie K‘s perception of herself, ‘Playing With Smoke / Glow’ is the latest single to come from Indie Folk singer songwriter Amie K. The double single marks the beginning of a new era in her songwriting and a precursor to an EP expected later this year. Recorded and produced by her younger brother, Amie K sees these two songs as a return to her true self. Folky and moody, ‘Playing With Smoke / Glow’ explore feelings of grief, disconnection and personal growth.
Amie K is a young songwriter currently living in Liverpool. Drawing influence from Laura Marling and Maggie Rogers, her songs tell stories and explore inner emotions as she uses music to process the world around her. Her previous singles have been featured on BBC Wiltshire and she regularly plays live in Liverpool and Bristol. Originally starting out as a street busker in Bath, she has developed her skills as a live performer and vocalist, playing venues such as The Fleece (Bristol), Komedia (Bath) and Studio2 (Liverpool).
Indie Folk songwriter Amie K Releases Double Single ‘Playing With Smoke/Glow’
Mac Frey Delivers A Natural Soulful Futuristic Fairy Tale
MAC FREY – Natural
Mac Frey Delivers A Natural Soulful Futuristic Fairy Tale
If you know me by now, then I don’t need to tell you, that when I hear a voice that sounds like strawberries and cream, I get excited; And Mac Frey not only has the strawberries and cream, but he’s been dipped in warm smooth flowing chocolate, just to top it off. (and who doesn’t love chocolate!)
Mac’s voice is to die for. I mean… this is the kind of singer who takes you on a journey; a tour of the world without having to leave your living room, and this is exactly what his latest single, ’Natural’ does.
‘Natural’ feels like a futuristic fairy tale as a soulful blues, almost electronic-pop ballad encased with warm vocals via tone and performance, and a very cool extensive range soaring into falsetto accompanied by glorious harmonies.
The piano cuts through as it shimmers like stars in the sky. However, this illustrious slow, groove ballad feels just a little high on the top end as I was waiting for a deep base to drop in at some point. I feel it is also a little heavy on the reverb which I think hides Mac’s broader warm tone in his vocal; but perhaps without it, Natural wouldn’t have the futuristic feel it is intended for.
As mentioned with the release of ‘Natural’, It’s a dream from the perspective of someone in the future (say, 3020). They’re dreaming about the beautiful natural world we live in and 2020, and how they wish the world could be like that still. “I just wanna sail away like nothing’s real tonight, ‘cause I remember like a dreamboat, floating so Natural”. I think we’re all guilty of being lazy at when it comes to climate change: say’s Mac… We say to ourselves that “our voices won’t create change” like an excuse not to do anything. “Can I just bathe into the sunlight, just one more time” instead of actually fighting for our Planet.
Before You Check Out; Nathan Cavaleri Is Back With Impressive New Music
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Before You Check Out; Nathan Cavaleri Is Back With Impressive New Music
Nathan Cavaleri is back and set to release his first solo album, Demons (out August 6) since being signed to Michael Jackson’s label at age twelve, today sharing his affecting new single,
Before You Check Out, an introspective song with a deeply important message and a suitably poignant film clip
Cavaleri will be celebrating the release of his new album with a national tour and recently announced on the first Bluesfest 2021 lineup.
This is an artist with an incredible story to tell, so it’s fitting that ABC’s Australian Story will in early August be airing an episode detailing Nathan Cavaleri’s extraordinary life. Picking up a guitar and learning enough basic skills from his Dad to play along with his favourite blues albums at just three years old, Nathan was playing electric guitar by five and had played his first gig by six – a 90 minute busking set in front of his Mother’s coffee shop that saw him take home $270. Soon after, Nathan was diagnosed and treated for leukaemia, and the Starlight Foundation set up a meeting with his hero Mark Knopfler, attracting the attention of the media and soon after, a host of Aussie music icons. By age ten, Nathan was making regular appearances on Hey Hey It’s Saturday and had toured the country extensively playing sold out arenas with Jimmy Barnes and Diesel, by twelve he’d toured the world and played with BB King, Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, and had made guest appearances on all the big American TV talk shows, he even performed for the Clintons during their time in office. He was pursued by Prince and Madonna, and a bidding war ensued, with Nathan eventually signing to Michael Jackson’s MJJ Records.
Soon after, seven years after his diagnosis, Nathan was given a clean bill of health at age thirteen. He recorded a bunch of records, starred in Camp Nowhere – a Disney film alongside Jessica Alba – and even appeared in an episode of Baywatch alongside The Hoff, and after one final tour with BB King, Nathan decided to take a break.
He came back to Australia and started a blues rock band with Col Hatcham from The Screaming Jets, dropping releases and touring extensively before suffering adrenal fatigue and severe anxiety which spiraled into depression and saw Nathan step away from the stage. He’s since taken a number of years to work on his health, has dealt with and learned to manage his personal demons and has a newfound appreciation for his unique story. And now Nathan is back and ready to unleash his unique and commanding new music on the world.
View: mini doco on Nathan’s life
New single Before You Check Out is a discreetly powerful song with gloriously sanguine finger picking, emotive slide guitar and Nathan’s effortless, velvety voice holding a warmth and tenderness that sits perfectly atop simple and effective instrumentation. Written for a cousin who lost his battle with mental illness a few years ago, Nathan explains, “I strongly identified with what he went through and wished I had reached out to him. Having battled my own demons, I wondered whether my experience would have helped. I contemplated what I’d share if time could show mercy. I would share how our thoughts and beliefs colourise our experience and skew our perception of the world, giving us a false sense of reality – a notion that helped me to expose the root of many of my physical and mental health issues that were mistakenly believed to be out of my control.”
Complemented by a film clip that highlights the sentiment of the song – that our views of the world can be tainted by projections of our past – the video further reveals the intense authenticity of the artist, with Nathan taking centre stage, vulnerabilities laid bare.
The Demons album boasts a diverse mix of songs from the impressive guitarist and vocalist who manages to bend genres, cleverly intertwining blues with indie rock pop and soul to create a vintage modern sound of his own, that ‘Nathan Cavaleri’ sound. And his talents don’t stop there, with most of the album produced, engineered and mixed by Nathan himself, excluding five tracks that were co-produced and mixed by Tony Buchen (Montaigne, The Preatures), and mastered by Viking Lounge.
“What matters to me most is that I have a body of work that expresses messages that I’m deeply passionate about on a bed of music that is built on a lifetime of writing, recording and touring,” insights Nathan. “The bulk of Demons was created during a time when I didn’t believe that I’d be mentally and physically stable enough to return to the stage. All songs were written from a place of catharsis. Lyrical themes range from antidotes for the depressed to my fascination for the more taboo side of desire. All falling one way or another under the theme of how humans crumble, melt, face, overpower, surrender, run or dance with our Demons.”
Eager to make his way around the country on tour, Nathan explains what fans can expect from his shows, saying, “In contrast to my younger years as a performer, the Demons tour will see me connecting to audiences in an intimate story-telling type of way. As a kid I had something to play, now I have something to say. My set will be strung together with epic and incredulous stories of growing up on the road, to how my connection to music deepened when I was battling Leukaemia as a kid, to the lessons I had to learn in more recent years dealing with mental health demons. Light and shade of the set mirrors the extreme dynamics of life experiences which I try to express in a raw and relatable way.”
Before You Check Outis out now Demonswill be released on August 6 The Demons national tour is on sale now, for tickets or more information, head to www.nathancavaleri.com
DEMONS NATIONAL TOUR Nathan and his team are working with all venues in line with government regulations in each state and territory, and will proceed only in accordance with safe social distancing and COVID-19 safety procedures on a show by show basis.
FRI 2 OCT | THE RHYTHM HUT, GOSFORD, NSW | ALL AGES – UNDER 18’s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN
Tickets available from www.humantix.com.au
| 02 4322 5971 | Venue Outlet
SAT 3 OCT | STAG & HUNTER, NEWCASTLE, NSW | 18+
Tickets available from www.oztix.com.au
FRI 16 OCT | THE PEPPER TREE, ALDINGA, SA | 18+
Tickets available from www.trybooking.com
| 0400 144 467 | All Trybooking Outlets
SAT 17 OCT | THE WHEATSHEAF HOTEL, ADELAIDE, SA | 18+
Tickets on-sale soon
FRI 30 OCT | CAMELOT LOUNGE, SYDNEY, NSW | ALL AGES – UNDER 18’s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN
Tickets available from www.stickytickets.com.au
SAT 14 NOV | LIVE AT THE BUNDY, BUNDALAGUAH,VIC | ALL AGES – UNDER 18’s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN
Tickets available from www.trybooking.com
| 0429 352 373 | All Trybooking Outlets
FRI 27 NOV | THE BAROQUE ROOM, KATOOMBA, NSW | 18+
Tickets available from www.trybooking.com
| 0426 892 044 | All Trybooking Outlets
SAT 3 APR, 2021 | BLUESFEST, NSW | AA
Tickets available from www.bluesfest.com.au
SUN 4 APR, 2021 | BLUESFEST, NSW | AA
Tickets available from www.bluesfest.com.au
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