SuitsBLVD | Ocean of Lights

The new album from suitsBLVD has been released. Fans of the band will be delighted to hear that the new alum is available as a free download. The band has been dedicated to the music for some time and spent quite a bit of time on the road performing the new songs. In fact, the band performed 60 concerts in 2015, which is immensely impressive.

With all the members of the band coming from different backgrounds, it is no wonder that the album has such an eclectic sound and why they have been able to reach over 10,000 new fans through social media. Plus the debut single "Ocean of Lights" has a multitude of influences that exude the talents of these musicians.

The album has many influences so it will resonate with many different listeners. It's a good album to hear and find where it strikes up emotion in you. Music is the elixir of the soul and brings energy back into our existence. Suits Boulevard has tapped in to the cosmos and brought us another album of audio bliss. Take time to re-fuel yourself.

Armin Kavousi (Vocal)
Peter Scherfig (Guitar)
Mads Albertsen (Guitar
Mads Lindum (Drums)

Rainy Day Crush | CALAMITY!

Many bands emerge on the scene and bring music that strikes a chord with an emotion with all listeners. Rainy Day Crush is certainly one of the bands that will reach out and leave a lasting impression. The new single, "Calamity," is a long awaited reunion of this enigmatic band hailing from Milwaukee, WI.

It's always comforting to hear music that resonates with the memories that keep surfacing from the past. When things are good, it's always good to keep them close to your heart. Rainy Day Crush is one of the bands that was beloved and now their new EP has revived and renewed the magic in their music. This second release in over 10 years will deepen your passion for RDC and give you new found inspiration from the resonating vibes of the new songs. For all you Natalie Merchant and Edie Brickell, this is a band that needs to be on your radar.

Rainy Day Crush are:

Betsy Ade (lead vocals)

Matt Specht (piano/guitar)

Derek Schattl (bass)

Mike Wynn, Jr. (drums)

Official Site: www.RainyDayCrush.com

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Contact: matt@rainydaycrush.com

STV | Hidden In The Dark

STV has released a new single and it is every bit as good as expected. STV has formulated a new craft of sound that leaves a lasting impression on the world.

Music can be deeply emotional and connect to the psyche of the human soul. STV's new track, "Hidden in the Dark," has the elements that make you replay the music over and over in your head. The track has the undertones of Nine Inch Nails with the class and elegance of David Bowie's vocal approach. There is space and depth in the music that has vast landscapes of imagination. Locked away in tone of the notes are the electrical charges of motion that spawn the travel of creativity.

Though many musicians plateau in their careers, STV has elevated the sound and brought a new image to music. The new album SOS is a phenomenal addition to the STV lineage of music. The cover of Marilyn Manson's "ROCK IS DEAD" is a new look at the creativity of STV and the genius of Manson's lyrics. Well worth a listen.

Be sure to check out the new track: 

 
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The Oengus Projekt | Red Skies

The imaginary realm of music is one of majesty and beauty. The Oengus Projekt has recently started work on a new album that will bring the fantasy world of musical imagination back to the world. The first track released from the album is "Red Skies" and it has the flare of wonder and the elegance that Enya brought to the music industry. This album has great potential to be a bright light among the mass produced music of modern society. 

From the first note, I felt tones of surrealism envelop my ears and bring me to a new state of mind. Just as my Pink Floyd albums have done so many times when I need to unwind and escape the repetition of the day to day tasks that loom. "Red Skies" has a fresh new approach to music and the organic feel of the lyrics just blends into the music and brings a new feel to the texture of the sound. A texture that lures you to close your eyes and drift away in to the depths of your own mind. Music like this is so precious and has a deep spiritual connection with our subconsciousness. It helps the hidden side of our minds bloom and reach out to the light.

Take a moment to listen to the new sounds from The Oengus Projekt. They're French Musicians that find influences from all corners of the globe.

Céline Schmink : Lyrics / Music / Lead vocal
Cam: Lyrics / choirs.
Eric Miller : arrangement
Mitch Bontemps : Mix/mastering
Influences : Dream pop / Fantastic.

Red Martian | Slow Motion Samurai

Seattle has a booming music scene and one of the bands that is making headway is Red Martian. The new album, SLOW MOTION SAMURAI, is just another crowning achievement for the seasoned musicians.

The album is like a fine martini that has been shaken, not stirred. There are tones of elegance in the vintage riffs of the guitars. Yet, the album has a remarkably strong modern feel to the composition of the music. Just as bands like Weezer broke ground on establishing a new style of an already popular genre, so does Red Martian take the listener to new heights.

The avant-garde emotion of the album kept me in another frame of mind as each track pulled a new emotion from my consciousness. I like music to travel and move me from the mundane repetition of everyday life. I really like the journey that SLOW MOTION SAMURAI takes me on when I get a moment to zone-out and just sink into the music. A great album for driving, entertaining guests, or just chilling on the beach watching the waves roll in. My favorite track on the album is track #2, Emeraldas. It has a classic sound of the 1970's with the drive and power of modern rock.

SLOW MOTION SAMURAI is currently available for only $6 on Bandcamp.  Go and listen to the album for free on the Bandcamp page. Support musicians by purchasing their music. This is an album that is worthy of multiple plays on your stereo.

Abominable Electronics | Guitar & Bass Pedals from Hell

In the mass market of guitar pedals, it can be tough to find the right pedals for your tone. For those of you that want a heavy distortion sound, there is a new option that will rip your soul in pieces. Abominable Electronics has the pedals that will melt faces and summon the powers of hell right to your rig.

I am always on the prowl for new pedals to have on hand here at the studio. Many of my clients like to use distortion & fuzz on their tracks, so I went on a search for something new that would offer something more than the standard Boss, Ibanez, or the horde of pedals available.

My search lead me to the handmade pedals of Abominable Electronics. Hailing from North Carolina, these pedals are built tough and live up to their appearance. I ordered the HAIL SATAN DELUXE pedal and it has been a workhorse. The "Dirt" pot dials in subtle fuzz to bone-crushing distortion that works for all ranges of hard and heavy music. The deluxe version of this pedal offers both the standard Hail Satan option + the Russian version. The Russian toggle dials in a smoother signal response that has worked magic on bass tracks that need some fuzz, but want to retain the low end punch. This pedal is perfect for all fuzz/distortion applications and can even be a great reamp pedal for double tracking vocals. The power is unmatched and this pedal will be a cornerstone of my pedal board for a long time to come.

This pedal is extremely versatile with the ability to adjust so many parameters of the signal. Priced at a modest $200, this is a must-have pedal.

The New Position | NOT

Emerging from the carnage of over-saturated media is a difficult thing to do. With so many online radio stations and mobile apps that are streaming music non-stop to the public, it can be very difficult to find good music. I've created this blog to feature some of the musicians that you may have missed in the shuffle.

One band that rises to the top of my list as one of the greatest unknown bands is THE NEW POSITION. As a child of the late 80's and early 90's, I grew up listening to some of the most influential hard rock and alternative music that has shaped our modern society. Bands like Soundgarden, Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails, and Metallica are all staples of what paved the way for modern contemporary rock music.

TNP has reinvented the simplicity of heavy rock music with the delicate touch of female vocals. TNP's music of heavy guitar riffs that shred your soul and drum beats that kick you into next week are what lay the foundation for this impressive trio.

Modest Goddess layers her thought provoking vocals over this hard rock music with such grace and elegance. Lyrics that get stuck in your head are the best kind because they strike a chord with your soul. MG's lyrics and vocal talent are not to be over-looked. This band is a hidden gem in the mass confusion of today's music industry. I predict it is only a matter of time before TNP becomes world famous and takes the crown as the reigning hard rock band of this coming decade.

ARTIST: The New Position
SONG: NOT
ALBUM: Exit Only

WEBSITE: http://thenewposition.com