Tabitha Elkins | Edge of Nowhere

Tabitha Elkins has released a new single, "Edge of Nowhere" for her new album. The song has a vintage Janis Joplin feel that has waves of emotion packed into the music. Her lyrics convey deep emotion and bring a meaningful perspective to how life can affect all of us. The funky bass line drives the track and gets your foot tapping to the rhythm. 

She is a determined musician that pours every bit of her soul into the music. The ambiance of the music sets the stage for the dramatic performance and envelopes the message. This song has a great Motown rhythm similar to Bonnie Raitt & Sheryl Crow. Plus the vocals spread across the spectrum just like Bruce Springsteen. Tabitha's music will impress fans of rock, pop, and alternative music.

Production quality is top notch on this album. Tabitha has teamed up with some of the industry's best producers to create a song that will last for many years in the hearts of the world. It is great to have new music with such emotion and production quality and we have Rubicon Media to thank for putting their faith in Tabitha's music. 

Tabitha is a talented musician and played most instruments herself, but also recruited musicians hired from "Fiverr.com" for ukelele, guitar solos and drums. 

"Upside Down World", coming in May 2016 to CD Baby, Apple iTunes, and Amazon. The album features 10 originals, including new version of viral Youtube hit, Candyland. The album is produced by rapper/producer Steffen Jurkat and is being released this May on Mind Guard Records (single release date: April 22, 2016).

Rehya Stevens | Good Man

Music is constantly evolving to a point where the emotion actually becomes a part of the music. In a sense, you can feel the emotion that the artist intends through the words and expression of the voice. Rehya Stevens has masterfully captured an emotion in her music and brought new life to the sound of pop music. The amount of time and dedication that she has invested in her music shows beautifully through her 2013 album release "Vintage Love." There are direct relations to many well-respected musicians who are clearly an influence in Rehya's music. Influences from Stevie Wonder and Madonna are a guiding force on this album, providing great music for fans of Pop/R&B Crossover.

The single, "Good Man" is a great example of where the emotion becomes part of the music. Rehya's lyrics bring introspective thought and feelings into the listener's mind. The perfect way to get emotions embedded in the head of all that hear her music. It's more than a new album that you should put on your list of new artists, this could be one of your regular playlist albums. Take some time to check out the album and download the tracks to your computer for your listening pleasure.

www.rehyastevens.com

MAKS The Fox | HONEY

MAKS The Fox is an orchestral folk pop band from Chicago, IL. Fans of the Love Me Nots will find MAKS The Fox to be the mellow side of your musical cravings. The music is mellow and elegantly composed with female vocals. One of my favorite things about this style of music is that it has an ancient feel that brings emotions up from deep within my soul. A feeling that most modern music can not induce in me or my soul.

The first single of the album is "Honey" and it has that magic that draws you into the music and creates an imaginary world inside your head. As the music and lyrics guide you through imagination, you start to find yourself forgetting about the world around you and you get immersed in the mood of the music. By far this is one of the best new bands emerging from Chicago, IL. If you're luck enough to live the Chicago area, you need to do yourself a big favor and go see MAKS The Fox perform live.

Next shows are coming up in March 2016
House of blues Chicago - March 16th
2 shows at Ohio university Friday March 11 & Saturday March 12 

Bio from the band's website: 
This creative collective features a unique combination of guitars, keyboard, viola, cello, bass, and drums.  They break away from a more traditional setup and provide their audience with a diverse textural auditory experience.  Singer songwriters Kori Simonson (vocals, guitar, keys) and Marlon Aguilar (vocals, guitar) started as a duo in 2012, and it has gradually grown to include members Sarah Cornish (viola, backup vocals), Rachel Schuldt (cello, bass, backup vocals) and Jacob Fawcett (drums, backup vocals)
Kori & Marlon starting recording songs with Dan Duszynkski (of Gold Motel, Any Kind, & Cross Records) and completed a debut album in 2013 with him.

"From The Deer Forest" will be available in early 2016 and is heavily influenced by the beauty of Chicago.

Eric Borgos | The Wonder Years

Songwriters are the pulse of the music industry. Without them, there would be a huge void in the world of music. Instruments alone cannot convey the passion and emotion that are carried by the composition of lyrics. Some of the most influential songs over history would not have been as popular if not for the deep and striking lyrics that  resonate over and over in the minds of listeners.

Let me introduce you to Eric Borgos, a songwriter that has been gaining momentum and crafting lyrical and musical compositions that are revered by countless fans around the world. His latest creation is "The Wonders Years" and it has the recipe for being a song that will be cherished by a wide range of music lovers. Eric is the genius that crafts the songs and then he finds talented musicians to perform his masterpieces. Chris Davidson performed this particular song and it has the sound that it duly deserves. Fans of the 90's music will find a resonating similarity in sound and composition with this track. For your soft rock playlist, this is an excellent addition.

Music will come and go in our lives, but certain songs have lasting power that follow us for the entire ride. "The Wonder Years" just may be one of those songs that follows you for a long time. Sit back and listen to the audio bliss created by Eric and Chris. I'm sure you'll find that the music gets down in your soul and finds a way to lighten your mood. 

Artist Name: Eric Borgos - Songwriter
Song Name: The Wonder Years (Performed by Chris Davidson)
Free streaming of all 3 albums: http://mcericb.com
Influences: U2, Bruce Springsteen, and Bryan Adams.

Find out more about Eric Borgos: http://www.impulsecorp.com/

Chris Davidson | What If It's Me

Chris Davidson has released a new single, "What If It's Me" for his new album. The song has a dark love theme that resonates deep from the soul. His lyrics convey deep emotion and bring a meaningful perspective to how love can affect all of us. The ambiance of the music sets the stage for the dramatic performance and envelopes the message. This song has a great digital rhythm similar to the Flamming Lips and the vocals spread across the spectrum just like Maroon 5. Chris' music will reach to fans of rock, pop, and alternative music lovers.

Production quality is top notch on this album. Chris has teamed up with producer David Richards (Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson) to create a song that will last for many years in the hearts of the world. It is great to have new music with such emotion and production quality and we have Rubicon Media to thank for putting their faith in Chris' music. 

Check out Rubicon Media's blog for more info and details about Chris Davidson's music.

STV | VCR

A midst the sea of indie musicians, there are a few that come along and captivate the world. STV is a musician that strikes a deep chord with melody and emotion. Front man, Steve Counts, has the purity of a musician that connects on a spiritual level with his own songs. A connection that is starting to become more and more rare as pop music evolves.

The music on his recent album, "VCR," is a collection of tunes that are crafted with lyrics from the subconscious and bring imagination back into everyday life. It is hard to believe that these tracks almost didn't see the light of day.

Songs like "Suburban Function" resonate with the day-to-day life that so many of us experience in this modern world of constant responsibility. Another track, "Love is a Wild Bird," has the elegance of a contemporary ballad for fans of acoustic music. The magic is in the lyrics and the refined delivery of the vocal tracks.

Fans of BECK, Ween, U2, Macy Playground, The Flamming Lips, & Nick Drake will love the music of STV.

More info & music samples at Hembot Records: www.hembot.com/stv/

Shimmy Cotter | A Voice of Passion

Shimmy has taken the world by the sound of her sultry voice. Her vocal range is beyond impressive. Her songs resonate deep within her soul and the emotion pours out of her music and captivates the listener. Shimmy is living proof that dreams do come true. As a little girl, Shimmy dreamed of singing professionally on stage. Now at the dawn of her young career, she is getting immediate attention from all over the world. Musicians feel honored to grace the stage with such a versatile vocalist.

This beautiful femme fatal also has a knack for taking home all the chips. Shimmy is an excellent poker shark and can read the best, so she always takes home her fair share of winnings. Her song, "Show Me the River" has become an iconic song in the music world. Leaving nothing to chance, Shimmy has used her fortune to invest in her fame on the stage. She's beautiful, smart, intriguing, and has the element of surprise. 

Her debut single, "Don't You Remember," can be heard on Shine On Studio's Music page.

Justin Fawsitt | Preposthumous

It's Thursday and a great day for listening to new music.  My recommendation today is Justin B Fawsitt: https://soundcloud.com/justin-b-f

Justin writes a lot of original music. His style of music blends rock, blues, jazz, fusion, and contemporary pop into a sound that is extremely unique. Born and raised in Ireland, Justin has developed a deep passion for his homeland and it saturates the mood of his music. His years here in the USA have been inspiration to blend the experiences of both lands and develop the character of his tunes with a distinct flare for all the roads he has been down.

We've spent many days in the studio working on recording and mixing his latest album, PREPOSTHUMOUS. If you like the music, you can buy a copy of the CD from Justin's website: http://fawsitt.com/

The CD came out great and would be a great addition to any music collection. Each song has it's own style and will move you!

 P.S. Stephanie & I did backing vocals on the track "Two Black Eyes"