Folklore Urbano NYC launches ‘Black is Beautiful’ – the first single off its new album ‘El Barrio Project-SALSA’
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — During this time of confinement, while much of the artistic community has been greatly impacted, the cultural institution Folklore Urbano NYC has made great strides in crystallizing its mission to create universal and inclusive music and bring joy through the power of the arts.
MansMark Records Releases Sikiru Adepoju’s ỌPẸ Album (Gratitude)
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — MansMark Records announces the much-anticipated ỌPẸ Album, a debut by Nigerian Grammy-winning recording artist and percussionist, Sikiru Adepoju is out! The official release of ỌPẸ (Yoruba-Nigeria word for Gratitude) follows the unveiling of three appetizing singles from the collection.
DIGITAL LOVE by Physician and Musician V. Tiarrá Released Highlighting Relationships In The Digital Age
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá just released her newest hit video for her single, “Digital Love”, just as her prior single, “Batter Up,” a lyrical critique to the many issues U.S. Citizens face as politicians “politick” and use their constituents for their own political power, was featured at the 2020 Democratic Party of Miami-Dade’s Blue Gala.
Performance Artist AY Young is An Emerging Renewable Energy Leader Powered by Music
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — AY Young, founder, Battery Tour, was named by the United Nations (UN) as one of 17 Young Leaders for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); and to Fresh Energy’s 2020 Energy News Network’s “40 Under 40.”
From Murderers to Ministers
TRENTON, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ — Ministers II Society is a Community Activist organization and Music group, that was formed by inmates in a maximum security prison. Their Name creates a certain culture lure, as does their unified goal of transforming themselves from “Murderers to Ministers.”
Topical Video and Single from New Pete McCabe EP
VENICE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Man8Plant Records announced today the release of “Plague Baby,” a new video and single from Pete McCabe’s latest album, “Many Storyed.” McCabe is a folk and pop music artist, a troubadour and storyteller who is as topical and fresh today as the leading artists of the 60s were in their time.
Hitmaking Brothers Bill Moss, Jr. and J Moss Join Forces in New Music Video
DETROIT, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — With a nostalgic throwback to their gospel heritage and beginnings as the dynamic “Moss Brothers,” Detroit-based Salathiel Records has released the music video for the new single “Testimony of Praise” by brothers and celebrated recording artists Bill Moss Jr. and J Moss.
The Real J Israel Releases ‘No Pressure’ EP – Continues to Build Fan Base
ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ — The Real J Israel announces a new EP release, “No Pressure,” that includes previously-released singles, “Damn Good Man,” “Freaky Tonight” and four other tunes that are sure to excite listeners. Israel’s model is to give people music that they can feel.
Innovative New Company Helps International Artists Come to the U.S. with Less Red Tape
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Artistpass presents a new way for the exceptionally talented abroad to gain their artist or tour visas to the United States – efficiently and cost-effectively.
Years of Research, Works by Steve Reich and John Cage and World Premieres in Sergio Sorrentino’s New Album for Electric Guitar
LONDON, U.K. /ScoopCloud/ — “ELECTRIC” by Sergio Sorrentino, produced by Rick Romano and distributed by RMN Classical, will be published worldwide on August 28, 2020. The album includes performances of works by renowned composers of today’s contemporary scene such as Steve Reich, John King, John Cage and Joji Yuasa.
Nigerian Talking Drum Master Sikiru Adepoju Debuts Vibrant Cover of ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Sikiru Adepoju, a two-time GRAMMY®-winning artist and celebrated Nigerian talking drum master, releases “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” the second single from “ỌPẸ,” the upcoming collaboration with the Riddim Doctors, on MansMark Records.
Dual Physician and Musician V. Tiarrá Performs ‘Batter Up’ at Miami-Dade Democrats 2020 Blue Gala
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá was a featured performer/artist at the 2020 Blue Gala hosted by the Miami-Dade Democratic Party. Just as she is releasing her next new song, “Digital Love,” V. Tiarrá performed “Batter Up” an ode to the many societal and social issues U.S. Citizens face.
Polar Bears – Now ‘Garbage Bears’ – ‘Can you Hear Me’ by Danielle Alura
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Who doesn’t like watching fluffy polar bears, monkeys in natural hot springs, and koalas? Custom couture made out of single use objects? The official music video for “Can You Hear Me” By Danielle Alura is very eye-catching and creates an amazing picture for Mother Earth; fluffy, fashionable and factual all at the same time.
Salathiel Records Releases Two New Singles by Worship Artist Bill Moss, Jr.
DETROIT, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — Salathiel Records is saturating the market with two new dynamic releases by Billboard charting artist and worship leader Bill Moss Jr., “Testimony of Praise” and “Brand New Day.” Both new singles are available now on all digital music outlets.
Nashville Meets Summertime Chi in Brina Kay’s New Music Video
NASHVILLE, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ — Nashville singer and songwriter Brina Kay released the music video for her single “Heat of the Moment” at midnight on July 10, 2020. The video was filmed last year in the city of Chicago and was directed by Joshua Lockhart of J. Lockhart media.
McGregor Pedals Launches the Crunch Transparent Overdrive Pedal
VANCOUVER, B.C. /ScoopCloud/ — McGregor Pedals Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of their flagship product, the Crunch Transparent Overdrive Pedal for bass and guitar. Designer Garth Heslop went back to the drawing board to develop this single-channel, low-gain overdrive pedal.
‘In America – A New Musical’ Launches Salvo Against Trump’s Culture War
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — In response to President Trump’s increase in rhetoric against education, immigration, Black Lives Matter, Tik Tok and his defense of the Confederate flag and its monuments, Professor Hal Harper of Oakland, California, retired professor of English as a Second Language (ESL), has launched his own salvo in the culture war as he releases “In America – A New Musical” to the public.
OnlyFans Set to Introduce the Free Livestream Series ‘OnlyFans Friday’ with Platinum Music Artist Yung Bleu
LONDON, U.K. /ScoopCloud/ — Today, popular creator platform OnlyFans (London, United Kingdom) in collaboration with Splash Life Booking (SLB) announces the official launch of a new Livestream content series “OnlyFans Friday” involving celebrity content creators, who will host Free Live Stream performances, exclusively on their OnlyFans Profile.
Michael Jackson Tells His Own Story in Interactive Audio Book Filled with Intimate Voicemail Recordings
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Dieter Wiesner, Michael Jackson’s former manager and friend, had many voice recordings from the pop icon, and sought a way to share them with others. “Michael Jackson: The Real Story” (ISBN: 978-1732181397), co-authored by Wiesner and Jah and published by Kingdomedia, is the result of that desire.
Rising Pop Artist Farrah Mechael Dropping Summertime EP ‘Lies’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The second EP release, “Lies,” from buzzing pop newcomer Farrah Mechael, is dropping on all major digital retailers and streaming services June 19 – just in time for the summer. “Lies” is currently available for preorder on digital retailers and will be available for digital purchase and streaming on June 19, 2020.
Ready, Set, Slide! Big Mucci’s ‘The Set Slide’ going viral
CLEVELAND, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — 71 North Entertainment’s artist Mark “Big Mucci” Wynn, best known for his “Bikers Shuffle” and “Cleveland Shuffle,” is gaining new attention for another line dance track – “The Set Slide.”
WordPlay T. Jay ‘putting in Overtime’ – Eighth album tackles work, ambitions, spiritual life, dreams
TACOMA, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ — On The Map Music Group announces June 26, 2020 for release of hip hop artist WordPlay T. Jay’s eighth album since 2007, dedicated to his dreams, family, spiritual life, ambitions and hard work over the years “putting in Overtime.”
Indie Music Star Luanne Hunt delivers ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ message in her Top 40 hit single, ‘WE RISE’
LAS VEGAS, Nev. /ScoopCloud/ — Amid the Coronavirus lockdown, award-winning, critically acclaimed indie music star Luanne Hunt decided to use her free time to tap into her creativity and write the Top 40 Gospel/Inspirational hit “We Rise,” a song the Hollywood Digest calls an “anthem for our times.”
California Bluegrass Association Announces Turn Your Radio OnLINE webcast series
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The California Bluegrass Association (CBA) has announced the launch of Turn Your Radio OnLINE, a webcast series starting Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 6 p.m. Pacific Time, and continuing each Saturday through June 20. This new online music event is inspired by the CBA’s annual Father’s Day Festival, held in Grass Valley, California, since 1975.
Gabriele Ciampi’s New Release – She Walks in Beauty – Musically Transforms Lord Byron’s Poem into Message of Hope
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — With lyrics inspired by famed poet, Lord Byron, Gabriele Ciampi’s, “She Walks in Beauty” was composed and orchestrated by him to pay tribute to the heroes on the frontline of the current pandemic. This eloquent music video serves as a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel with the promise of a return to normal. The video and song will be released, worldwide, on May 15 by Universal Music Group.
Therapeutic Music Video Reduces Stress of Coronavirus Lockdown
MADISON, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ — The International Forgiveness Institute (IFI) announced today that University of Wisconsin-Madison psychologist Robert Enright, Ph.D., has teamed up with acclaimed songwriter-performer Sam Ness to produce a “therapeutic music-discussion video” for adults who are struggling with the anguish created by the coronavirus lockdown.
Gary Fritzen, Composer, and California Arts Org, Art-In-Relation Team for ‘There Will Be Light’ – You Sing It, New Song Challenge
STOCKTON, Calif /ScoopCloud/ — Gary Fritzen, award winning composer of musical theatre, feeling the weight of the covid-19 pandemic announces a challenge for singers of all abilities and interest to sing his new song, “There Will Be Light.”
New Single by J.Scalco Subtly Confronts Struggles on Multiple Levels
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — On April 15, J.Scalco released a new pop single, “Feeling’ Like a God.” Under the ScareKrow, Inc. label and produced by Daryl Lamont, the song is available on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music and all the other streaming platforms.
Sha Bandzz Donates Proceeds From ‘Watch Me Work’ to Coronavirus Cure
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ — “Watch Me Work” – the EP released February 1, 2020 – is the first project the industry gets to see from the new young artist Sha Bandzz. The long-awaited debut EP from Sha Bandzz “Watch me Work” is available now on your favorite source to purchase music online.
Arizona Grand Ole Opry Tribute to Bill Bassett
CAMP VERDE, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — The Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts Foundation will host a “Tribute to Bill Bassett in the Grand Ole Opry Style” concert on Sunday, March 22, at 3 p.m. in the Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts, 210 Camp Lincoln Road in Camp Verde.
Singer-Songwriter, Joe Iadanza Brings 1970s-inspired Aesthetic to the Southeast on Tour March 19-26, 2020
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — In support of his latest album, “COMMON MAN,” Long Island-based singer/songwriter Joe Iadanza will embark on his first tour of the southeastern United States in over ten years.
Performing Arts Center Hosts Celtic Music Matinee
CAMP VERDE, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — The Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts Foundation will host a concert of Irish and Scottish music by the Kilted Spirit band, with bagpiper Mike McKee, on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 3 p.m. at the Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts, 210 Camp Lincoln Road, in Camp Verde
Mateo Blanco: American dreamer turned successful American tenor
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Mateo Blanco, an accomplished musician and celebrated visual artist, is re-releasing his debut album “Mateo Blanco 724,” in honor of its 10th anniversary.
Zepet Releases New Single ‘Call Me When You Break Up’
BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Pop rock artist Zepet specializes in the sunny indie pop that dominated the airwaves in the early 2000’s. His latest single release, “Call Me When You Break Up,” is joyously melancholy and filled to the brim with memorable melodies.
JH ARTS CORP. Presents South Korean Pianist Dr. Bong-A Jung Debut Recital at Weill Recital Hall – Carnegie Hall Feb. 20, 8 p.m.
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — JH ARTS CORP. announces that Dr. Bong-A Jung, 1st prize winner at the Pi Kappa Lambda Music Competition and recipient of the Olga Gagliardi Getto Award, is making her Carnegie Hall debut as a solo recitalist on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 8 p.m. The grand pianist has appeared previously at Carnegie Hall but as a chamber musician.