MUSIC REVIEWS

“Stand Up for You.” | Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change

2 February 2019 Pump It Up Magazine 0

People often want to know what brought a “white girl from Harvard” (Founder Kaitlin McGaw) and a “black drummer/actor/beatboxer from LA” (Music Director Tommy Shepherd) together to make Alphabet Rockers. In a country that struggles […]

Music Review : Introducing Acoustic Instrumental Guitarist Victor Samalot – The New Album “Esperanza”

4 December 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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Victor Samalot is an exciting Acoustic Instrumental Guitarist who’s recently released a wonderful album called “Esperanza” and if you love the idea of mixing Latin, Jazz, Rock & World Fusion music genres, you’ll love this new […]

Music Review : Collective Efforts Muzic Group “Everyday Should Be Christmas”

29 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine Comments Off

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“Everyday Should Be Christmas” is a song written and performed by Collective Efforts Muzic Group. Featuring independent artists the group comes together yet again to flourish and connect with a heart-warming and cheerful holiday tune. […]

Music Review : DRIVETIME presents a Jazz Christmas

24 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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This time of the year, things are getting as festive as ever. While roaming the streets of New York City, I can see the lights and trees from shops and road installations, and even […]

Music Review : Aneessa Makes American Debut with Smooth Modern Cover of Soul II Soul’s “Back to Life”

16 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine Comments Off

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French Dance Music Star Aneessa Makes American Debut with Smooth Modern Cover of Soul II Soul’s “Back to Life” As a true Renaissance woman of the post-modern era, French dance and pop music diva Aneessa […]

Music Review : Twilight by Mitchell Coleman Jr. is bringing serious heat with his funky thumping track!

5 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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Music veteran Mitchell Coleman Jr. has made many strides in his blossoming career as a bass player and composer. Often noted for his contributions in the arena of jazz-funk fusion and collaborations with some great […]

Music Review : Courtney Lynn & Quinn is a pop/folk duo based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

1 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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Courtney Lynn & Quinn, a pop/acoustic/folk band based in Charlotte, North Carolina, has won the SongwriterUniverse “Best Song Of The Month” Contest for October with their song, “Wandering Soul.” This song appears on Courtney Lynn’s […]

Music Review : Amsterdaam by GroovExpress

1 November 2018 Pump It Up Magazine Comments Off

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The handsome sounds of Groovexpress are one of sheer delight to fans of contemporary jazz and popular music. The group’s newest album titled Amsterdaam peaked at number #1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz charts back in […]

Song Review: Verity White – Fade Away (Ian’s Song)

16 October 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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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 […]

Music Review | Lost & Found by Jorja Smith

30 September 2018 Pump It Up Magazine 0

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Jorja Smith is a precociously and prodigiously talented young Brit whose voice shows a nuance and maturity beyond that of most singers, let alone ones who turn 21 on Monday. She’s duetted with both Drake […]