Music marketing mistakes indie artists make
Reaching fans is certainly easier in the digital age, but that doesn’t mean marketing is easy. Indie artists need to follow some basic marketing tenets if you want to make the most of your marketing efforts. Here are 15 of the biggest music marketing mistakes indie artists make. 1. Using hype on social media Too […]
Madonna Details New Album Madame X, Releases Single “Medellín”
Just a few days ago, Madonna released a teaser trailer for her upcoming album Madame X. In the video, Madonna described the titular Madame X as “a dancer, a professor, a head of state, a housekeeper, an equestrian, a prisoner, a student, a mother, a child, a teacher, a nun, a singer, a saint, a whore,” and […]
Beyoncé’s ‘Homecoming’ doc on Netflix is black excellence
In April 2018, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter stood in her full goddess glory and drawled, “Coachella, you ready?” The music festival wasn’t ready, nor was the world, for what the pop star turned out: two nights of performances that were as much about history as they were history in the making. Thanks to Netflix, we now […]
Joaquin Phoenix plays Jesus in a new film. Here’s one thing he refused to do.
Joaquin Phoenix is Jesus in Garth Davis’ “Mary Magdalene,” which opened Friday in the United States. When Joaquin Phoenix took on the role of Jesus in the new film “Mary Magdalene,” he did many of the expected things: Grew long hair, adopted an intense and otherworldly stare, even meditated on a mountaintop. But there was […]
Nipsey Hussle memorialized: Rapper’s spirit ‘is alive’ and ‘he saw hope’
The last time Nipsey Hussle was at Staples Center, he was headlining the BET Experience concert in June. On Thursday, the slain rapper’s image — bathed in shades of blue — was projected on a screen outside the venue as thousands of fans arrived to celebrate his life. Lights inside were dimmed as tracks from […]
Music Review | The Funkier Side of Music Begins With “duFunk” by Drivetime
Based out of Philadelphia, the international sounds of contemporary jazz band Drivetime have captivated the hearts of thousands for more than a decade. Drivetime takes a very inventive approach to their musical undertakings, often incorporating elements of different genres into their latest sonic scenarios as evidenced by their new single “duFunk”. DuFunk has an […]
T.S.O.L.A. by Michael B. Sutton | A Great Evening Chill Track & Smooth Contemporary Jazz Sound
The maestro of smooth grooves Michael B. Sutton returns with yet another delightful offering upon the release of his new single T.S.O.L.A. (The Sound Of L.A.). Sutton is often noted for his work with Motown Records and has consistently remained active as an artist and producer in recent years. In fact, T.S.O.L.A. is the second […]
George Mitchell’s Obrigado (feat. Henri Don Jeany & Sam Carroll)
Based out of Little Rock, Arkansas, veteran drummer George Mitchell is set to make his debut with the release of his single *Obrigado* on April 19th, 2019. Having spent years touring the world and perfecting his craft behind the drum kit, Mitchell steps into the spotlight with a track that encapsulates his rich musical journey […]
Calendar April 2019 | Best events, festivals, and fun things to do in L.A. & Orange County.
April 2019 We recommend the best events, festivals, and fun things to do in L.A. & Orange County. Mileage is from the Staples Center downtown. Noir film festival April 1 – 7, 2019 (begins March 29) Hollywood (8.7 miles NW) Noir City screens classic films that are stylish, cynical, and melodramatic at the Egyptian Theatre. […]
Bergamot Rose – Pop Music Singer Songwriter – Vol.4 Issue #4
Dear Readers, As the weather starts to warm up, we all start to spend more time outside. For me, this usually means grabbing my roller skates and skate away! From events in L.A. to books to read, great music to listen to, fashion and beauty tips, we have found the best things locals and visitors […]
12-Year-Old Singer/Songwriter/Activist Jhala Debuts With Anthem For All Entitled “Kaleidoscope”
(Los Angeles, CA – March 29, 2019) – At a time in America and, indeed, around the globe when the battle for righteousness over evil incarnate has never been more transparent, 12-year-old singer/activist/author Jhala is making her sparkling debut with an anthem for the ages, “Kaleidoscope,” a song stressing impenetrably strong self-image. Winner of Los […]
The Best Spring 2019 Beauty Trends,
As we slowly start to unravel ourselves from all those layers of scarves, sweaters, and coats, blinking into the sunlight that signals the start of spring, there’s one transitional moment that’s arguably more exciting than anything else about the changing seasons: figuring out what new spring makeup trends to attempt first. In 2019, that […]
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CHRISTIAN DIOR: Designer of Dreams
On now through September 1, 2019 the Victoria & Albert museum in London, is paying tribute to the most famous name in fashion, Christian Dior with a grandiose exhibition. Well conceived, meticulously organized and incredibly executed, this exhibition is an artistic voyage of pure visual delight and discovery. This show first debuted in Paris two […]
Interview With Professional Drummer GEORGE MITCHELL
1. Where do you live? I currently live in Little Rock, AR 2. What kind of gear do you use? What’s your setup? I play a Gretsch Mahogany 6Piece kit. With SABIAN and Zildjian cymbals. L-R I have three sets of HiHats that I use 13” KZ – Zildjian, 14” HHX- Sabian & 13” HHX […]