David Robert Anderson Releases Single ‘Cherry Blossom’

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"David Robert Anderson Releases Single ‘Cherry Blossom’"

Japanese-flavoured, relaxing, instrumental track.

Japanese koto, acoustic guitar, piano, gentle, calming, spa music, wistful, relaxing, intriguing, serene.

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About David

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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Neil Tatar Releases Single ‘Bella’

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"Neil Tatar Releases Single ‘Bella’"

The storyline for my composition “Bella” is quite interesting, and actually began in September, 1939 in Radom, Poland. This was when the Nazi’s invaded Poland. “We Were The Lucky Ones” is a book written by Georgia Hunter, and tells the story of a family’s World War II experiences trying to survive in Nazi Germany. I read this book a couple of years ago, and was mesmerized by the stories being told. Actually, I was struck by the similarities of these stories to those I heard from my own family when I was a child, having been born a few years after the end of the War.

The story features the “Kurk” family from Radom, Poland. One of the sons was Jakob Kurk, and he was married to a woman named “Bella”. They both are significant characters in the book. Bella’s experiences during the war are described along with those of the Kurk family, some of them quite disturbing. Of particular interest to me was a chapter describing Bella’s journey from Radom to Lvov, where Jakob had gone to fight with the Polish infantry. She travelled by horse-drawn wagon under cover of darkness, and ultimately on her hands and knees across meadows to avoid detection by the Nazi’s and to reach Lvov, where she hoped to reunite with Jakob.

As I was reading the book, it became apparent that there were references pointing directly to my own family, specifically to my grandfather, Fred Tatar. Upon further investigation, I discovered that “Bella” was actually my cousin. Her father, Henry Tatar, was my grandfather’s brother. My grandfather, Fred, was already living in the States at the time, but Henry was not so fortunate, and he was murdered in a concentration camp. After the war, my grandfather provided sponsorship to Bella and her family so they could relocate to the US. I was emotionally moved when I discovered this direct family connection, and I proceeded to create a guitar piece, aptly named “Bella”. I now understand why some of the stories mentioned in this book reminded me of those told when I was a young boy – because they were the same stories.

Note: By the end of the Holocaust, 90 percent of Poland’s three million Jews were annihilated; of the more than thirty thousand Jews who lived in Radom, fewer than three hundred survived. We can never take our freedom for granted.

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About Neil Tatar

Neil Tatar is an award winning composer, guitarist and pianist. An improviser and expressive musician by nature, his composing and performing reflect his meditative approach to music. Influenced by his many years of working with legendary cellist David Darling and guitarist Will Ackerman, his passionate expression is clearly heard in his approach to everything he plays. Neil’s music has been described as “peaceful, reflective instrumental music”, offering his listeners a meditative & healing experience.

Each of his albums have received international airplay and recognition, and have reached a #1 ranking worldwide on Zone Music Reporter’s radio airplay chart. In addition, Neil was voted Best New Artist by ZMR for his album ”Where Did The Time Go”, a collaboration with Grammy® Award-winning cellist David Darling released in 2013. Since then he has released “Learning To Fly” in 2015, and “After The Rain” in 2018, recording both at Imaginary Road Studios under the guidance of legendary producer and guitarist Will Ackerman.

Presently, Neil continues his improvisational approach to composing and recording his uniquely beautiful music, providing his listeners with some interesting new releases.

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Victor Towle Releases 2 Singles ‘A Tear And A Smile’ & ‘As It Is’

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The new singles “A Tear And A Smile” & “As It Is” appear on the upcoming album “Sleight of Hand” from guitarist and composer Victor Towle. The album “Sleight Of Hand” is an amalgam of guitar music, specifically, Victor’s musical journey, stretching to incorporate mindfulness and meditation practices as they come to life. Thus, merging other featured artists contributions into a magical mixture of musings that discreetly lead the listener down a path of mindful exploration and relaxation. Each song has it’s place along the path to being present to the here and now with acceptance!

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As a guitarist and soloist, Victor has grown his instrumental repertoire, owing to his extensive experience as a leader and collaborator. He attributes his musical development to his professional career, which includes working as a Clinical Care Manager for rehabilitation, as well as his involvement with yoga and meditation. Victor’s passion for using his guitar music as an aide in meditative and rehabilitative practices inspired his latest albums, “Acoustic Reflections”, “Colorado Zen,” “The Space In Between”, and Still Young For Another Day”, which showcases his eclectic musical background and the immersive soundscapes of New Age music.

 The song “A Tear And A Smile” features the fabulous theremin player Carolina Eyck, known as one of the best theremin soloists worldwide. Adding a flowing variation of melody, tittering and finding balance with the division of emotions, it creates a space to hold both “A Tear And A Smile”!

Victor’s dedication to his craft has earned him recognition in the New Age music scene. His album “Colorado Zen” was nominated for New Age Music Acoustic Instrumental Album of the Year and reached #8 on the New Age Music charts (Zone Music Reporter). The song “Spring Crocus” was also featured on Sirius XM Spa channel.  His album “The Space In Between” reached #11 and the song “Storm On The Horizon was also added to Sirius XM Spa channel.

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Kilbey Kennedy Release New Single ‘That’s Gotta Hurt’

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Our latest feature single from the Prolific Church Frontman and Man of many textures and talents from All India Radio

Building on the success of Jupiter 13 (2021) and The Strange Life of Persephone Nimbus (2022), Steve Kilbey and Martin Kennedy are about to releases their latest epic, ‘Premonition K’. The album unveils sumptuous sonic soundscapes courtesy of Kennedy paired with Kilbey’s lyrics that delve into the dark and enigmatic realms that exist between the boundaries of life and death.

Steve Kilbey, best known as frontman of legendary Aussie post-prog rockers The Church, infuses each track with an emotional resonance and sense of mystery. Martin Kennedy co-pilots this sonic odyssey with Steve Kilbey, weaving an intricate musical bed for Kilbey’s lyrical dreamings. Drawing from his twenty years of soundscaping with All India Radio, Kennedy adds layers of sonic complexity, at once warmly familiar and mysteriously strange, creating an immersive experience for the listener.

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The first single from the new album ‘That’s Gotta Hurt’ – upbeat jangle-guitars and Kennedy’s familiar electronic swirls provide the stage for Kilbey’s trademark lyrical magic.

Steve Kilbey says, “That’s Gotta Hurt is about the existential pain of loving and losing and of attachment to the roles we play in this theatre of the absurd.”

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Kalen Hogan – It’s You (New Release!)

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In his final year of high school, Kalen launched his debut album ‘Isolation’ in May 2023 which gained followers and the 1000 plus streams mark in a very short time. This is the follow up single a classic love song ‘It’s You’.

The tracks from the album have received airplay across community radio and the soundslikecafe network  in Australia and Kalen has been interviewed on various radio networks including the syndicated Ausie Music Weekly to over 50 stations.  He is also set to perform live from December across summer 23/24.

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Kalen Hogan debuted onto the local Central Coast music scene in late 2022.  Having watched his musical uncle ‘Daxton’ write and perform, Kalen started writing his own material at fifteen. Now in his final year of high school, Kalen launched his debut album ‘Isolation’ in May 2023.  This is the follow up single a classic love song  ‘it’s You’.

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Kalen Hogan Releases Debut Album ‘Isolation’

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17-year-old Central Coast local, Kalen Hogan, releases his debut album ‘Isolation’.

Recorded at Damien Gerard Studios with producer Andrew Beck and Kayne Butler on drums, the album highlights this young musician’s talent for creating catchy melodies. Still in his last year at school the album has a youthful appeal. The thoughtful and sometimes melancholy lyrics highlight Kalen’s sensitivity to everyday events and life’s universal themes.

From the initial single born from the pandemic lockdowns, the songs transition through: relationships left behind; feeling alienated or lost; realising the finite time you have with those you love; and understanding your outlook is only relevant to your perspective.

The album ‘Isolation’ was initially created in a time of forced introspective thinking. Skilfully, the tracks are matched with some soul-searching guitar solos that echo the intensity of the lyrics.  Tracks like ‘Beliefs’ and ‘Not Even A Friend’ are songs that fight back with some big drums and up beat spicy guitar chords.

The dissonant harmonies and chord progressions on the album are a subtle nod to Kalen’s respect for the 1990’s Seattle Grunge scene. The album is alternative rock and with the purposeful lack of heavy distortion, the sound stays true to its indie roots.

Song Descriptions

It’s You

Kalen’s signature acoustic guitar and vocals begin this heartfelt mid-tempo tune which captivates the listener even more as the drums and bass kick in. The Aussie Jeff Buckley we think!!

Be With You

Electric guitar starts this Radiohead-ish tune from Kalen Hogan. The deceptively simple arrangement of guitar, drums and bass mask an excellent and highly coherent piece of song writing. Mid-tempo, hooky and engaging.

 Lost

A happy and more poppy number from Kalen on this mid-tempo tune. Hollow Coves spring to mind on this one and the bouncy rhythm track keeps everything moving along. Kalen’s falsetto comes to the fore on some backing vocals.

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Kalen Hogan debuted onto the local Central Coast music scene in late 2022. Having watched his musical uncle write and perform, Kalen started writing his own material at fifteen. Now in his final year of high school, Kalen is proudly launching his debut album ‘Isolation’ in May 2023.

Kalen says he is inspired by the 1990’s grunge movement, with a real reverence for bands like Nirvana, but describes himself as an alternative indie rock singer-songwriter. Kalen sings about the complexities of everyday life, with an open heart and keen observing eye. His pure vocal tone and moderately high pitch may reflect why some tracks have been compared to Thom Yorke from Radiohead and the late Jeff Buckley. Many of Kalen’s lyrical melodies build up to a decent falsetto and although still young, the emotion he brings to each song gives his music a youthful appeal.  Musically, Kalen incorporates a lot of dissonant harmonies into his spicy chord mix and in songs like ‘Be with You’ he produces some sweet but heart-breaking guitar solos.

Currently, Kalen is enjoying finalising a film clip for his recently released single ‘Stoned and Cold’ that previews on this album. Kalen says he enjoys all the creative aspects that come with releasing new music, including designing his singles and album cover.

Kalen has started to play at local venues like the Ocean View Beach Club, Sunken Monkey and Sounds on West, as well as a few private shows. Though focused on finishing Year 12 and showcasing his debut album, Kalen continues to write new material. Towards the end of the year, Kalen plans to start recording, once again at Damien Gerard Studios with producer Andrew Beck, for his 2024 projects.

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