Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women’s Anger by Rebecca Traister
As the U.S.—and much of the world—has been gripped by the sexual assault accusations against potential Supreme Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh, the response from women has been explosive. Rebecca Traister’s Good and Bad is an excellent guide to unpacking and illuminating historical context for this outpouring of anger; it’s the handbook for understanding the #MeToo […]
Song Review: Verity White – Fade Away (Ian’s Song)
Verity White is a multi-award-winning singer who impressed audiences at festivals (Lechlade, FeckFest, Frogfest) and live music venues (The Troubadour, Mr. Wofs, The Islington, Notting Hill Arts Club) in the UK. She has proven her prolific songwriter reputation by releasing in just over a year, her two EPs Parentheses and Stripped Bare, and a double A-side single “Too Much” […]
Jay-z and beyonce-album of the year at-2018 BET Hip Hop Awards
The Carters are at it again. This evening (Oct. 16) at the star-studded 2018 BET Awards, Jay-Z and Beyonce were chosen as the winners of the Album of the Year for their joint effort Everything Is Love. Unfortunately, The Carters couldn’t be present at the time of the award ceremony to accept it in person, […]
Interview With Ambient Dream Pop Duo Every Lovely Thing
Every Lovely Thing / Photo courtesy of Marianne Kesler & Kate Stanton Every Lovely Thing began as a simple question over coffee that would eventually evolve into an ambient pop dream duo. In 2015, long-time friends and songwriters Marianne Kesler and Kate Stanton were discussing music over coffee when Stanton suggested they try writing a […]
Song Review: Feritta – Set Myself Free
Currently, it is on the European International Music Charts at #4 after having debuted in the Top 20. “Set Myself Free” has become the “Official Anthem of 2018” because of its message of empowerment, explained Feritta in her recent interview with us. “This song is all about looking within, trusting yourself and not letting anything hold you […]
The Fall 2018 Trends Celebrities Couldn’t Wait to Wear
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Submit Your Music for the Independent Music Awards
Whether it’s a debut release or veteran project, The Independent Music Awards honor and elevate some of the year’s best independent releases from around the globe – in all styles of music. The award-winning distinction generates more interest from programmers, press, talent buyers, and fans. Both indie artists and record labels can submit new projects in […]
Sasha Prendes – “Brooklyn” Single
NYC’s Brooklyn Borough has a new anthem, and the city itself has a powerful voice representing it with Sasha Prendes‘ new smash single “Brooklyn.” This artist fast-on-the-rise has the beauty, brains and talent, making her the perfect trifecta. But this especially shows in this new single with the rhythmic grooves, catchy chord progressions and authentically […]
Spotify Playlist our TOP SOUL/JAZZ/RNB Indie Artists
Fall is the perfect season for some cozy, warm R&B to cuddle up to like a warm mug of chocolate milk. Here are a warm rnb/soul/jazz songs that will keep you warm during this fresh fall season. Spotify Link : https://open.spotify.com/user/1174507951/playlist/13UI9vTC5VC8E2Ia41k72d?si=MNdU_R0CSpmKEPaPbSYUCw Top Indie Artists RnB/Soul/Jazz | Tune in everyday 7pm – 8pm(pst) on Pump it […]
World Mental Health Day 2018
YOUNG PEOPLE AND MENTAL HEALTH IN A CHANGING WORLD Adolescence and the early years of adulthood are a time of life when many changes occur, for example changing schools, leaving home, and starting university or a new job. For many, these are exciting times. They can also be times of stress and apprehension however. In […]
October 2018 Fall Edition Honoring Aretha Franklin | Vol. 3 #9
Fall is already here and while summer may be gone, autumn doesn’t have to be so bad. Pump it up Magazine’s new edition will help ease the seasonal change pain! As the leaves change, so does our magazine. This month features a new topic | Beauty, with the power of Black Seed Oil ! Take […]
Interview With David Shields | Motown Bass Player
Pump It up Magazine caught up with one of early Motown’s musician and hit Bass Player David Shields. 1.David, can you tell us your first introduction to a Motown recording session? My name is David Shields, and I grew up in Detroit, Michigan, I convinced my mom at age 8, to buy a bass guitar […]
Queen of Soul | Decade of Style
Each time I think of Aretha, my mind goes back to 1967. I was a teenager dancing away to RESPECT in my hot pink plastic dress and white go-go boots. Like the other girls at that party, my hair was styled with the help of a waist long pony-tail and my eyes were heavily outlined […]
Discover Ben L’Oncle Soul | French Nu-Soul Singer
Benjamin Duterde (born 1984), a.k.a. Ben L’Oncle Soul (‘Ben the Soul Uncle’), is a French nu-soul singer from the town of Tours. Duterde first gained prominence in his home country with the Soul Wash EP (2009), which featured six covers of songs by Gnarls Barkley, Spice Girls, Katy Perry and, most notably, The White Stripes […]
Anti Bullying : October is National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month Every October, schools and organizations across the country join STOMP Out Bullying™ in observing National Bullying Prevention Month. The goal: encourage communities to work together to stop bullying and cyberbullying by increasing awareness of the prevalence and impact of bullying on all children of all ages. A MONTH OF […]
