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Liv Hanna Releases New Single "lonely"
Liv Hanna kicked off the summer with the fiery track, "Back To Hell." The eclectic, "Back To Hell," is a mental health anthem. The track equates Hell with the hellish headspace that many are in or constantly find themselves falling back into. The single draws on Liv Hanna's personal experiences and takes a deep dive into topics such as isolation, rejection, and depression. The song isn't the quintessential Pop record as it features sounds from various genres such as Alt-Pop, Dark Pop, Indie Pop, and Pop Soul. The songstress now returns to close out the fall with her new single, "lonely." Similarly to "Back To Hell," Liv Hanna puts her unique, distinctive twist on the Pop genre. "lonely" may best be viewed as an Alt-Pop/Dark Pop record, but the song is more eclectic in nature as it features synths, the ebb and flow of up-tempo and downtempo sounds, and has elements drawn from Electropop, Pop Rock, etc. Also, in a similar fashion to "Back To Hell," "lonely" provides listeners with heartfelt lyrics and emotive, booming vocals. Ironically, "lonely" will make listeners feel less lonely.
By Meikhel Philogene3 years ago in Beat
Melodic Marvel: Unveiling the Enchanting World of Unusual Musical Instruments
I am a huge fan of music. Some people say my love for music teeters on obsession and they might quite be right. I started collecting records (yes, the old vinyl ones with pops and scratches) in 1972. I was 12 years old. By 1997 I amassed a collection of more than 17,000 record albums and more than 12,000 seven inch singles. At my peak of record collecting I owned 30,000 pieces of vinyl.
By Rick Henry Christopher 3 years ago in Beat
Distinctive Assets Partners with DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING! 2023 DIVAS Gift Lounge
Distinctive Assets, the LA-based entertainment marketing company credited with setting in motion the promotional frenzy of celebrity swag into a pop culture phenomenon, will bring its signature Gift Lounge to this year’s DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING! charity concert filmed on November 19, 2023, at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles. Created, hosted, and executive-produced by Emmy winner and Tony nominee Sheryl Lee Ralph, DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING! will celebrate its 33rd year with an incredible roster of talent including Jordin Sparks, Cynthia Erivo, Sharon Stone, Dianne Reeves, Saycon Sengbloh, Lisa Ann Walter, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Laverne Cox, and Wayne Brady.
By Reese Alexander3 years ago in Beat
Rhythm, Soul, and Pop: Unleashing the Melodies that Touch Hearts
The beauty of music lies in its ability to transcend language barriers and unite people through emotions. With a plethora of genres available, there is something for everyone's taste. Among the many genres, RnB, Soul, and Pop music stand out, captivating listeners with their infectious melodies and heartfelt lyrics. How can these three genres possibly have the power to connect people from different cultural backgrounds and create a sense of unity?
By mysoundMusic3 years ago in Beat
Young Girls Shouldn't Sing That
Note: This is my contribution to a challenge posed by Phil Flannery on the VSS page. His prompt: "I have written this as a challenge for the Vocal Social Society. Feel free to share the songs that you loved as a child but were unaware of their meaning until much later."
By Lynn Jordan3 years ago in Beat
Get ready to dance your heart out with The Commotions!
Introducing The Commotions, a powerhouse of musical talent that will make your heart skip a beat. Led by the charismatic Brian Asselin on tenor saxophone, this band is fueled by the soulful vocals of Rebecca Noelle, Jeff Rogers, and Mackenzie DiMillo. With Jeff Asselin on drums setting the rhythm, Deniz Lim-Sersan on keys adding depth, Ken Seeley on bass keeping it groovy, David Gaw on guitar shredding those solos, and Ed Lister and Eric Littlewood on trumpets bringing the brass magic. Completing this dynamic lineup are Caelan Roberge-Toll on bari saxophone and Mike Lett on tenor saxophone.
By mysoundMusic3 years ago in Beat











