Todd Mosby’s Upcoming Album ‘American Heartland’

March 27, 2026

Releases on April 3rd

American Heartland is a culmination of Todd Mosby’s journey, thus far. The 12-track collection traverses contemporary jazz and folk, New Age, solo acoustic guitar, blues and jazz-rock. Lush orchestration, sultry female vocalise, driving horn sections, stately strings, and scene-setting minimalistic lyrics all come together under Mosby’s mission to capture the soul of Missouri in this new work.

World-class musicians join Mosby and producer Jeffrey Weber in bringing Mosby’s compositions to life, including Vinnie Colaiuta, Tom Scott, Leeland Sklar, Luis Conte, Michael Manring, Dapo Torimiro, Nick Lane, Lola Kristine, Laura Vall, Dan Fornero, Judy Kang, John Dickson, Bruce Carver.

Recorded at The Village Studios, and mastered at Grundman Studios, American Heartland will be available in CD, digital and streaming formats.

Todd Mosby is an award-winning musician who regularly collaborates with some of the most revered studio musicians in the industry. Mosby crafts sophisticated yet accessible music, in the tradition of artists like Steely Dan, Wes Montgomery, James Taylor, and Joni Mitchell. His compositions feature compelling melodic structures and complex instrumental passages that appeal to both seasoned musicians and casual listeners alike.

Track List

Clouds Above Golden Fields (04:04)

Palomino (04:16)*

Witchi Tai (02:28)

Witchi Tai (postlude) (02:38)

Wichita Lineman (04:01)

On The Farm (03:03)

Joanie’s Town (03:43)

American Heartland (03:57)*

All The Stars Tonight (04.11)

A Full Moon Rising (03:39)

Land of Green (03:11)*

Both Sides Now (07:05)

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2002 Release Album ‘The Wishing Well’

March 23, 2026

““The Wishing Well” is a luminous offering, a reminder of the transformative power of intention and the enduring magic of music that speaks directly to the heart.” – Kamil Bobin

https://www.themusicalroad.net/blog/february2026/2002-the-wishing-well

“It invites us to reflect, to breathe more deeply, to remember the stories that shape us, and to dream with intention.” – Team NMA

https://www.newmusicalert.in/2025/12/14/album-review-the-wishing-well/

The Wishing Well is the 23rd album released by 2002! It is a collection of new songs inspired by tales from other lands as well as by a few personal stories. The album opens with an overture celebrating the original instruments and rhythms that comprise the signature sound of 2002, a sound that continues to evolve over 3 decades later. Bellehaven revisits the birthplace of the band in a garage converted to a recording studio.

The Spiral of Heaven recounts a journey to the Four Corners region of the United States 34 years ago, a magical place where the stars seemed close enough to reach out and touch. Savitri’s Dream harkens back to a beloved book, that many years later became a soundtrack album of songs. Other songs touch on legends and myths from other cultures and how we are all connected in the end. The Wishing Well is indeed a personal journey and we invite you to come along!

The award-winning band 2002 has placed 12 albums on the Billboard Charts and made the list of top new age artists in a Billboard Magazine “Year in Review” issue alongside Yanni, Mannheim Steamroller, Jim Brickman, George Winston and Enya. Over their 34 year career, their ever-evolving sound has encompassed a wide range of genres – from wistful ambient soundscapes all the way to light progressive rock. This daring blend of musical styles has given them an undeniable “signature sound” that sets them apart from other recording artists. In 2021, the group was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by One World Music Radio. Over 1.5 Billion streams!

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Kaiyah Mercedes Releases New Single ‘3 Month Blackout’

March 19, 2026

In a stirring evolution of indie pop-rock, Kaiyah Mercedes returns with their latest single, ‘3 Month Blackout’, out 5 March. Building on the bold sonic shift of previous releases, Kaiyah Mercedes invites listeners into a raw and unfiltered journey through the aftermath of a whirlwind relationship. The track is anchored by driving guitars and dynamic percussion, capturing the unpredictable rise and fall of emotion that comes with moving on. The song’s structure mirrors the reality of emotional recovery, with moments of intensity giving way to quieter reflection.

At the heart of the track is the lyric: ‘Awkward silence, emotional violence / your twisted vices burned my skin like ultraviolet’. This line offers a vivid reflection of the intensity and vulnerability that shape Kaiyah’s songwriting. ‘3 Month Blackout’ marks a return to the narrative depth and lyricism of earlier works, with the bridge pulling back instrumentation to let the story take centre stage before launching into a cathartic chorus.

Kaiyah’s creative process for ‘3 Month Blackout’ was instinctive and immediate. The song was written in the quiet hours of a sleepless night and has remained untouched since its inception. Produced by Seetali Mack, mixed by Hayden Lauresen, and mastered by Chris Downer, the track stands as an honest snapshot of emotional recovery and self-discovery.

2025 marked a year of transformation for Kaiyah Mercedes. They released two successful singles, ‘MANIC!!!’ and ‘I’m Gonna Be Famous (How Cute!)’. On top of this, they took the stage for a pair of headlining shows, each drawing strong crowds of supporters. Their music reached new heights with a first play on Triple J. Kaiyah’s commitment to community saw them become an LGBTQIA+ ambassador for Euphoria Social.

With each release, Kaiyah seeks to empower listeners, offering agency, confidence, and a sense of belonging through music that is as vulnerable as it is resilient.

Supporting the track visually is a powerful music video, continuing the narrative from the ‘I’m Gonna Be Famous (How Cute!)’. The new clip follows Kaiyah and bandmates as their flight crash-lands on a deserted island, where they must survive for three months. Created in collaboration with Francis from District Down Under, the video blends spontaneous creativity with a playful spirit, capturing the beauty in chaos and the bonds built through shared experience.

To celebrate the release of ‘3 Month Blackout’, Kaiyah Mercedes will be hosting a launch party on Sunday, 29 March, during the day at Bergy Bandroom, Brunswick, with support from Lili Violet and Mathilde Anne. Kaiyah’s live performances are known for being immersive and for having an ever-changing energy. Audiences can expect unreleased tracks, costume changes, and moments that blur the line between stage and crowd.

Looking ahead to 2026, Kaiyah Mercedes is set to deliver more new music and visual projects, driven by a passion for storytelling and a commitment to authentic self-expression.

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Bob Yonker Releases Album ‘Dreams of Light’

February 23, 2026

Dreams of Light is a collection of improvisational solo piano compositions by Bob Yonker, recorded entirely in the moment.

Guided by intention and presence, each piece was performed as it emerged—untouched by prewritten notes or rigid structure.

The result is an album that offers listeners a gentle sanctuary of sound, inviting stillness, reflection, and emotional renewal.

Deeply contemplative and spiritually uplifting, Dreams of Light serves as a companion for meditation, quiet moments, and healing experiences.

Bob Yonker creates solo piano music with the intention of calming the mind, soothing the soul, and healing the planet—one note at a time.

Growing up in the Northeast, Bob’s earliest musical memories are of his mother singing and playing piano in their home. Fascinated by the instrument and the sounds it produced, he began experimenting on his own, teaching himself simple songs by the age of four. At six, he took lessons for a year, though it soon became clear that he was playing entirely by ear rather than reading music. His teacher famously discovered this after Bob performed his recital piece flawlessly—but in the wrong key. Although he later learned to read music, Bob has always felt most at home expressing himself through his own style and original compositions.

After being told by colleges that his unconventional approach did not align with traditional classical training, Bob chose a different path. He earned a degree in Agricultural Science from Penn State and spent many years working to help the environment. During this time, he also worked second jobs in group homes for individuals with developmental challenges—work he found deeply meaningful—and served as the organist for various churches where he lived.

In the 1990s, while still working full-time, Bob returned to school and earned a triple degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, and Early Childhood Education. This led to a new chapter as a special needs teacher, a role he embraced and enjoyed for 15 years. He and many of his teaching colleagues used his music in the classroom and found that the students experienced increased calm, focus, concentration, and productivity.

Re-energized and creatively inspired by his teaching career, Bob eventually returned to his first love—music. He has since composed eleven albums of contemplative, contemporary, and meditative solo piano music, along with a Christmas album. His latest release, Dreams of Light, is an improvisational album recorded entirely in the moment at the studio. As with all of Bob’s music, each piece is created with the intention of bringing calm, joy, and healing to the listener.

He has also been commissioned by individuals to “channel” and record personalized piano pieces uniquely attuned to their frequency with the listeners reporting beautiful emotional releases and healings. (Spirit Songs)

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David Robert Anderson Releases Single ‘Lucci’s Lullaby’

February 16, 2026

The latest instrumental single release from American composer and classically trained multi-instrumentalist, David Robert Anderson. A lullaby for his dog, Lucci, the calming song features Monica Williams on the flute, and combined with the piano and acoustic guitar, offers the listener a moment of tranquility and relaxation.

David Robert Anderson is a composer, classically trained multi-instrumentalist, and vocalist. Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, he studied classical piano with Carole Neal and classical and jazz guitar with Hank Bryant. He won Second Place in the Maryland State Piano Competition in 1982.

His original music is published through his publishing company Cozettas Music Publishing, as well as through Washington Street Publishing in Nashville, Tennessee and A Matter of Music in Los Angeles, California. He is consistently recognized by the Nashville Songwriter’s Association International as “One to Watch.” His recent track “Wild Vine” not only earned him a “One to Watch,” but it also received a recommendation to be pitched at a recent NSAI Publisher Luncheon in Nashville.

He is the owner/operator of Cozettas Music Studio in Gilbert, Arizona. The studio provides recording, mixing, mastering, song development, and video production services. He has also been actively involved as both a musician and producer at Phoenix, Arizona studios including Clamsville, Porcupine, Tempest, Arrowhead, and Vendetta.

From December 2015 to May 2018, he was on the Adjunct Faculty at Estrella Mountain Community College in Avondale, Arizona. There he served as both the Composer in Residence and Piano Accompanist for DancEstrella.

David has performed music that spans the genres of rock, jazz, and country throughout the United States. He currently plays with his group Contessa Blue throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area. Contessa Blue’s recent cover of Steely Dan’s song “Black Cow” has garnered highly favorable press reviews in both the United States and in Europe.

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Trent Hanna Releases EP ‘Soul of a Hummingbird’

February 11, 2026

Soul of a Hummingbird is an intimate collection of solo piano pieces inspired by nature, loved ones, and a deep sense of inner calm. Seamlessly blending New Age and classical influences, the music feels both simple and intricately detailed, allowing each note to breathe with purpose and emotion.

The compositions drift between hope, whimsy, and gentle reflection, moving with a natural grace that feels spontaneous yet intentional. Thoughtful and expressive, the album invites listeners into moments of stillness, wonder, and peaceful connection.

Trent Hanna is a versatile pianist and composer known for his emotive and expansive works, primarily for solo piano, though his compositions span a wide range of instrumental combinations.

His music blends diverse styles, seamlessly merging classical traditions with modern influences, jazz, and ambient textures.

Drawing inspiration from the natural world, Hanna’s pieces evoke vivid landscapes, shifting atmospheres, and the subtle rhythms of nature, offering listeners a deep, immersive experience.

His unique approach to composition is marked by an attention to detail and a fluidity that allows his music to transcend genres, inviting reflection and connection.

Whether performing his own works or composing for other ensembles, Trent Hanna’s music reflects his passion for storytelling and his ability to capture both the complexity and simplicity of the world around us.

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‘Metanoia’ The Latest Album from Falling You

January 21, 2026

Metanoia is the latest sonic journey from composer and sound sculptor John Michael Zorko, under his long-running ambient-ethereal project Falling You. This immersive 11-track album unfolds as a deeply emotional and meditative exploration of change, memory, and transformation. Anchored by atmospheric synths, textured guitars, and cinematic sound design, Metanoia features a stunning cast of guest vocalists whose voices carry the project’s lyrical and emotional weight.

Contributors include Dru Allen on the shimmering “Alcyone,” Courtney Grace on the haunting “Flesh to Tree” and “Ariadne,” Jennifer Wilde on the elegiac “Demiurge (Momento Eorum)” and the tender closer “A Thread of Happiness,” and Amelia Hogan, Erica Mulkey, Anji Lum, and Colleen Segale, among others. Each track is a chapter in an introspective narrative that spans grief, beauty, cosmic longing, and quiet resilience. With its slow-building arcs and rich layers, Metanoia is not just an album—it’s an emotional environment, a space to inhabit.

Falling You continues to blur the line between ambient, dream pop, and cinematic post-rock, drawing listeners inward with both intimacy and grandeur. At once deeply personal and universally resonant, Metanoia is an invitation to reflect, to feel, and ultimately, to transform.

Falling You is an ethereal and ambient music project founded in 1995 by composer and sound designer John Michael Zorko. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, the project is known for its lush, cinematic soundscapes and deeply emotional tone. At its core, Falling You is a collaborative effort. Each release brings together Zorko’s intricate instrumental compositions with the voices of guest artists he personally invites to participate—vocalists whose work he respects and deeply admires.

The new album, Metanoia, continues this tradition with a collection of haunting and immersive tracks that explore transformation, memory, and emotional renewal. The term “metanoia” refers to a profound change of heart or mind, which reflects the spiritual and introspective themes running through the album. For this release, Zorko is joined by a remarkable group of collaborators, including Dru Allen, Courtney Grace, Slim Heilpern, Amelia Hogan, Anji Lum, Ryan Lum, Erica Mulkey, Colleen Segale, Shikhee, and Jennifer Wilde. Each artist contributes a unique emotional layer, lending their voice or instrumental talent to the unfolding journey.

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Lynn Patrick’s Latest Album ‘Water Stones’

January 21, 2026

Water Stones is the latest instrumental offering from award-winning guitarist and composer Lynn Patrick. Blending luminous acoustic guitar melodies with layers of mandolin, violin, upright bass, and gentle percussion, this mostly all-string collection draws from contemporary folk while subtly weaving in elements of jazz and country.

Each track flows with uplifting warmth and lyrical grace, showcasing Patrick’s expressive, heartfelt guitar work and gift for melody. The album’s title serves as a poetic metaphor for resilience and healing—how time and experience, like water shaping stone, soften the edges of life’s challenges and open the heart to compassion. From bright, joyful grooves to spacious, contemplative pieces, Water Stones offers a serene, emotionally rich listening experience that gently guides the listener inward, toward reflection, renewal, and peace. Whether played during moments of quiet solitude or shared as a calming backdrop to daily life, the music invites connection—to nature, to emotion, and to something greater. It’s a sonic landscape crafted not just for listening, but for feeling deeply.

Lynn Patrick grew up in Florida, surrounded by music. Her family sang and played instruments for fun—piano, ukulele, banjo, and guitar. Early experiences, including many trips to the ocean, swimming, snorkelling on coral reefs, sailing, and horseback riding, formed the foundation of her creative life. After earning a Humanities degree from Florida State University in 1983, she moved to Boston to pursue music, then settled in Colorado two years later, where the Rockies deeply inspired her sound. For the past 23 years, she has lived in the mountains west of Boulder, drawing inspiration and creative energy from the surrounding beauty. A lifelong lover of nature, Patrick channels the outdoors directly into her melodic, soulful, uplifting, and heartfelt guitar work.

She has produced, recorded, published and released six albums of original instrumental music and one singer/songwriter album, earning recognition for her signature guitar style. Patrick is a two- time Independent Music Award winner for Best New Age Song, a USA Songwriting Competition finalist, and a multi-time finalist with the Indie Acoustic Awards and the International Acoustic Music Awards.

The CBS daytime drama The Young and the Restless, from Sony Pictures Television, featured her music for three years, during which she also spent a year as a show songwriter. Emmy Award–winning music supervisor Paul F. Antonelli, who regularly showcased her work on the series, says:

“Lynn’s music is beautifully poignant and filled with emotional nuance… she’s a master.”

Patrick’s compositions have also appeared in documentaries such as Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin, and Mariel Hemingway’s Running From Crazy, and her music has been featured on The Weather Channel, NPR, and SiriusXM. Across Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other platforms, Lynn’s music has been streamed more than 16 million times.

She has performed nationwide at venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre (opening for Dan Fogelberg), The Bitter End in New York, The Bluebird Café in Nashville, SXSW in Austin, as well as eTown, the Boulder Theater, and festivals throughout Colorado.

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Elizabeth Rae Releases Single ‘Potential in You’

December 16, 2025

Singer, songwriter, and pianist Elizabeth Rae is excited to announce the release of her new single, “Potential in You”: a radiant, girly-pop anthem celebrating the God-given dreams, promise and purpose she sees in her 10-year-old daughter, Evelyn.

The song was composed on Elizabeth’s newly acquired baby grand piano—her self-described “marketplace bargain of a lifetime.” Written at the keys on October 14th, the track emerged as a vibrant pop anthem with a heartfelt message she felt compelled to share.

“Potential in You” marks a significant milestone in Elizabeth’s musical journey: it is the first track she has written and recorded independently, using simple equipment on the farm where she lives with her husband and three children. The final mix and master were completed by long-time friend and collaborator Pete Wallis (Studio PR, Sydney).

Elizabeth shares one of her favourite memories from the song’s creation: “When I finished writing the song, Evelyn popped into my little studio to hear it for the first time. Halfway through listening, her face lit up and she pointed to her feet—she was wearing her green gumboots, a key lyric in the chorus! I hadn’t even noticed when she walked in. It was so special to share that moment and to watch her listen to the song before anyone else.”

Hopeful, bright, and rooted in faith, “Potential in You” is a song for parents, mentors, and anyone who believes in the God-given potential within others.

Elizabeth Rae is a singer, songwriter and pianist from Queensland’s Toowoomba region, crafting shimmering pop shaped by faith, infused with hope, and driven by heartfelt storytelling.

With a voice that blends sweetness and strength — and a writing style rooted in her love of language and theology — she turns her ideas and experiences into catchy, sun-lit hooks and moving, memorable melodies.

Raised by the ocean on the Coffs Coast of NSW, Elizabeth discovered her musical spark at the piano and began performing at charity events, corporate functions, churches, and festivals throughout her teens. During this season she also recorded several early albums, honing the craft and confidence that would shape her artistry.

At 19, she released her debut EP ‘Taste and See’, followed by her album ‘Flowers’ in 2018 — a project that marked her shift into a more polished, introspective pop sound. Her 2023 single ‘Whatever Is Lovely’ led the way into her newest venture: writing congregational worship songs for the Church.

Through her music, Elizabeth hopes to communicate beauty and truth, one pop anthem at a time.

Her brand-new single “Potential in You” is a summery, feel-good celebration of the hopes and dreams we hold for the people we love.

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Richard Dillon Releases Album ‘Fernweh: The Need to Travel’

December 16, 2025

With Fernweh: The Need to Travel, pianist and composer Richard Dillon invites listeners on a journey through landscapes both real and imagined. Spanning compositions written between 2017 and 2025, the album reflects Dillon’s lifelong fascination with movement, memory, and place, each piece a postcard from a different moment in time.

From the intimate tenderness of “Breakfast with My Best Friend” to the sweeping romanticism of “Camelot” and the haunting stillness of “- 20”, Dillon captures emotion through melody with painterly precision. The music evokes a traveler’s sense of wonder: fleeting scenes of friendship, loss, nature, and nostalgia rendered through shimmering piano textures and expressive phrasing.

Though rooted in the New Age / Neo-Impressionist tradition, Fernweh is deeply cinematic: its sound world unfolds like a film score for an inner voyage. The album’s narrative flows effortlessly from light to shadow, from the innocence of “Chasing Butterflies” to the meditative depth of “Echoes of a Broken Heart” and the reflective grace of “Mother’s Eyes.”

Richard Dillon is a composer-pianist whose music draws on the evocative power of memory, place and quiet introspection. With a formal background that includes an AA, BA and Master of Music in piano and composition, he has woven a multi-faceted career: as a performer in USO tours across the Pacific, a music educator, and—more recently—a recording artist whose solo-piano works have reached an international audience.

Growing up with Asperger’s and ADHD, Dillon found solace and expression in the piano. What began as lessons in childhood evolved into a lifelong journey of sound and storytelling. Reflecting his self-described “Neo-Impressionist” aesthetic, his compositions capture everything from the wistful longing of travel to the ambient hush of a winter’s night.

Based in Seattle, Dillon’s catalogue spans over a decade of releases on streaming platforms, including works featured on Pandora and Spotify. His music invites listeners into a landscape both intimate and expansive —a place where melody becomes memory and silence becomes texture.

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