Sid Sriram just dropped a Beatles cover. It's void of over-production, and with the accompany of a simple guitar, Sid croons a timeless track, "Yesterday." It leads to the release of West Coast Nightfall, pt. II. He is now raising funds via Indiegogo for this purpose.--GB
NEW VIDEO: SID SRIRAM, "YESTERDAY (RENDITION/BEATLES COVER)"
Sid Sriram just dropped a Beatles cover. It's void of over-production, and with the accompany of a simple guitar, Sid croons a timeless track, "Yesterday." It leads to the release of West Coast Nightfall, pt. II. He is now raising funds via Indiegogo for this purpose.--GB
NEW VIDEO: WILLY MOON, "GET UP (WHAT YOU NEED)"
Willy Moon's got the stuff. In his new video for "Get Up (What You Need)," off of his debut album Here's Willy Moon, Willy talks of his humble beginnings in the biz, starting from nothing and forming his wit and his ardent strength. Simplified with his black and white color scheme, his Buddy Holly structure, and his out-of-this-world production, it's a convincing motivation. --GB
GIRLBLUESTL: A THREE YEAR REFLECTION
Hey guys.
I wasn’t going to put up a personal blog post this year, for
fear I couldn’t squeeze out any more positivity, but lookie here, I can.
This year has been awkward, but the light shone bright
anyhow. I have learned so much and have become so established personally that I
feel very accomplished. I’m working harder too. And just like that, I have to
work harder. Because before things were given to me, and that is not so
anymore.
Although the essence of being denied (I used that word in my
last post, may change it) is not feeling worthy of something, I’m just at that
point in which I do not feel I can be denied anything, in essence. In essence,
my worth does not come from the journalist who decides they want to talk to me,
or the person who decides they want to invite me somewhere, or the publicist,
or the artist (or who wants an interview…which had always been a biggie). I’ve
gotten by on a ton of no’s, and some blocks. That hasn’t changed. What has
changed is I know at least three (if I could put a number on it) times as much
as I did last year at this time. Many people do not know that. But hell,
they’ll live, they’ll learn.
It’s been a huge transition in assertion for me. Moment of
silence to my former self. (______). I experienced a paradigm shift in
thinking. This is good. I know for sure I do my best. And then when
that doesn’t work, I try harder.
Clearly it’s been three years. I’m a little jaded, but I can
still hear the music for what it is, thank God. Some people in this industry do
not actually like music—or the music they are promoting. I am not one of them.
Most blogs fail within their first three months. I am two years from this being
considered by the IRS as a hobby. Yet, it’s still just the beginning folks.
But one things for sure. I’m still here. Still kicking. And
I am not planning on going anywhere.
(And also, to add on to that, some people don’t know what to
do with me when they first meet me, but a few years go by and they realize I’m
not going anywhere and they warm up to me…
…Just thought I’d like to add that.)
Thanks for all of the readers, publicists, photographers,
artists that support (and also, I’d like to add, another interesting tidbit,
I’d like to thank everyone that has sent positive energy to me). You’re dope.
See ya,
TR aka
@GirlBlueSTL
NEW VIDEO: ASTRO, "DON'T TEST ME"
Watch as Astro rides through town with his clique in his new single, "Don't Test Me." Find those slick rhymes and more on his upcoming mixtape, out in September. Stay tuned. --GB
NEW SONG: BIRDY, "WINGS"
Here's a tune from Birdy called "Wings." It's a song about how Birdy recalls great times with someone special. Distance separates them, so she hopes that "wings could fly," so that she could be with that person again. It's the new single from her upcoming album Fire Within to be released in September 2013. Read more, for the album release dates have been updated. A US date has not been announced.--GB
NEW SONG: ARIANA GRANDE, "BABY I"
Whew. Ariana Grande just did it; the young 20-year old starlet is paving a successful path for herself with her amazing vocals on "Baby I," her new single. The Mariah Carey comparisons probably won't cease at this point, but rightfully so.
Ariana is letting her fans who have been with her the entire ride hear her latest tracks on her tour; it's called "The Listening Sessions." Read more for dates and link.--GB
NEW VIDEO: LISSIE, "FURTHER AWAY (ROMANCE POLICE)"
Lissie discusses heartbreak in "Further Away (Romance Police)," the new single off of her upcoming album Back to Forever, due out September 10. R.E.M and Snow Patrol producer Garret "Jacknife" Lee did the honors of producing the record.
Lissie is now on a world tour, stopping in the US at Bumbershoot on Labor Day weekend and Austin City Limits in the fall. --GB
I Like
UK sensations Mutya Keisha Siobhan are back. If you don't recognize them, they are the original members of the Sugarbabes. After a long career and member changes and a disbanding, the three who started it all are planning their second takeover. Until then, this dope Kendrick Lamar cover of "Swimming Pools (Drank)" (a Dev Hynes produced track they renamed "Lay Down In Swimming Pools") will have to do. Stay tuned.
Check out their latest single, Flatline. (Link)
......
"There's nothing left to believe in. Nothing!"
"Nothing my dear? Now you don't really mean that."
"Oh, but I do!"
"Nonsense child. If you lost all your faith, I wouldn't be here....
And here I am."
NEW VIDEO: SID SRIRAM, "BLOOD ON THE LEAVES (RENDITION/KANYE COVER)"
Sid is working on his next release, West Coast Nightfall Part II.
GBSTL MUSIC FESTIVAL SCOOP 2013 PT. 2
Let's have a vote to make festival season year-round, shall we? Wear scarves and shorts with boots, jackets and bikinis, and shake things up.
Festivals aren't just for the spring-time! Heck, there's a bunch of underground artists waiting to be sought out by big wigs such as the Made In America festival created by Jay-Z on the cusp of fall, and many other festivals spanning the USA that are pleasing to the ear. It's a good time to spot that next hit-maker, but it's also a great time to check out film, theater, art, comedy, and the like. So grab that mini-wallet and that hip earthy outfit, and get ready and raring to go!
Rock The Bells
What: Rock the Bells is a touring hip-hop festival started
in 2004, by Guerilla Union, an urban lifestyle brand company. Its first run
through had greats such as Wu-Tang, Jurassic 5 and Cypress Hill. This year, for its
tenth anniversary, they’re planning on something monumental. Perhaps a reunion
like this one last year.
Where: Multiple Cities/Traveling
When: Multiple Dates
Why: Because you heart whoever is about that life.
Who you’ll know: Line-ups vary by city. Freddie Gibbs,
Freeway, Danny Brown, Earl Sweatshirt, Wale, Kid Cudi and Lecrae create one
well rounded NY roster. Check out what’s happening in your city below.
Who you may want to meet: Get to know Snow Tha Product and
singer Jhené Aiko.
Mad Decent Block Party
What: A wild festival that’s come a long way from techno or house. It’s
EDM and more, with a mixture of eclectic artists and extreme performances. This block party is curated by the master-of-ceremonies and creator of the label Mad
Decent, Diplo. The first festivities were held in Philadelphia in 2008. Rye
Rye, Flosstradamus, Octamis Prime & DJ Sega rocked out at that
one. Now it’s a multi-city phenomenon that’s even better when it rains.
Where: Multiple cities, traveling.
When: Multiple Dates, Summer 2013
Why: It’s an experience that you probably couldn’t forget,
even if you tried.
Who you’ll know: Skream, Matt and Kim, Action Bronson, Danny
Brown
Who you may like to meet: Destructo, Grand Theft, Thugli.
CMJ
What: CMJ Holdings Corp serves a bunch of purposes, but one of its main missions is to join music fans and music industry heads through interactive media, live events, and print. CMJ holds an annual
festival every year that shows the best of whats next. Multiple shows are held at different venues throughout the city throughout that
week. There are also conferences and seminars, parties, all the cutting edge of
what is about to go down in music in the following 12 months. Last year, Angel Haze, Maya Azucena, The Skins and more made for an unforgettable week at CMJ.
This year is probably no different.
Where: Manhattan/Brooklyn NY
When: October 15-19, 2013
Why: The city's a buzz with this very large festival with lots of choices and
opportunities to explore new talent.
Who you’ll know: Line-up’s haven’t been announced yet. Will
update.
North Coast Festival
What: A three-day
festival in Chicago IL, full of electronic, hip-hop and soul. Past line-ups
include Wiz Khalifa, Common, Major Lazer, The Chemical Brothers, Mayer Hawthorne,
and more.
Where: Chicago, IL
When: August
30-September 1
Why: To say “bye-bye” to summer the right way.
Who you’ll know: Aloe Blacc, Nas, Lotus, Wu-Tang, Passion
Pit, Mac Miller
Who you may want to meet: On and On, Capital City
Music Midtown Festival
What: Peter Conlon and Alex Cooley started the Music Midtown festival in 1994.
It ran until 2005 before experiencing a six-year hiatus, returning back in
2011. Last years line-up included Neon Trees and Pearl Jam.
Where: Atlanta, GA, Piedmont Park
When: September 20-21, 2013
Why: Weezer. "Buddy Holly."
Who you’ll know: Weezer, Red Hot Chili Peppers, ZZ Ward,
Tegan and Sara, Kendrick Lamar
Who you may want to meet:
Nashville TN based Mona
Bumbershoot Festival
What: “Festival '71" was the name of this festival back in
the early 70’s. It wasn’t just music that caught the eye of these Seattle
Washington city-goer’s. Festival '71 was full of logging shows, horseback rides,
and races in the coliseum, in addition to dance troupes and rock bands. Created
by Mayor Wes Uhlman, it was a family affair.
Now the festival spotlights the best in music, theater,
film, visual arts, and a children’s museum for the little one’s. It’s clearly a
community builder that’s 40 years strong.
Where: Seattle WA, The Seattle Center
When: August 31-September 2
Why: An enjoyable time scoping out new local acts.
Who you’ll know: Fun, Icona Pop, Joey Bada$$, Lissie
Who you may like to meet: Aurelio & Garifuna, Nikki
Hill
Made In America Festival
What: Curator Jay-Z has conquered music, fashion, and sports, all with a magic
touch. But one of his newest ventures is a melting pot of the biggest acts of
this generation and musicians who are next in line. It’s a baby in the festival
business, but in it’s second year, the Made in America festival is already one
for the books.
Where: Philadelphia, PA
When: August 31-September 1, 2013
Why: Because Jay-Z’s not that hoity toity that he can’t spot
trends at the bottom.
Who you’ll know: Deadmau5, Wiz Khalifa, Kendrick Lamar,
Solange, Emeli Sandé, Beyoncé, Nine Inch Nails
Who you may want to meet: Feed Me, Haim, Jay Rock, Jessie
Rose
NEW VIDEO: NGAIIRE, "AROUND"
Follow Ngaiire around Melbourne and Syndey as she sings about a withstanding love in the video for "Around."
Her album, Lamentations, is out now. The nine-song offering can be found on iTunes outlets. Link.
NEW VIDEO: LAURA MVULA, "SHE" (ALTERNATE VERSION)
Laura Mvula sparked a lot of buzz with her great debut album Sing To The Moon. Now she drops a version of "She" from the album that's much different from the original version that she released earlier this year. In the first version, the audience follows a little schoolgirl chasing the sun, while a choir sings in blue garb. In the second version, seen above, the audience follows a young girl's growing pains, leading to the juxtaposition of the grown up version of that woman giving birth. Both are very poignant videos, the first being a little lighter in subject matter than the second.
Which one do you like better?
"Read more" to see the original.--GB
NEW SONG: ARIANA GRANDE FEAT. FABOLOUS, "THE WAY (REMIX)"
Here's Ariana Grande's latest track "The Way" in a remix version with the raps of Fabolous. Fabolous or Mac Miller? Mac Miller, or Fabolous? Which do you prefer? --GB
Hear the original here.
Propers: Hot New Hip Hop
NEW VIDEO: P-MONEY FEAT. AARADHNA & TALIB KWELI, "CELEBRATION FLOW"
Are you on your celebration jawn? Aaradhna and Talib Kweli set the bar on producer P-Money's track "Celebration Flow." This track was featured on his album, Gratitude released this past May.
The video, directed by Luke Choi, is proof of New Zealand's ever-growing presence on the US music scene.--GB
VIDEO: BIRDY GIVES A GLIMPSE OF NEW ALBUM!
Waiting to hear another croon from the UK artist Birdy? Then today is your lucky day.
Birdy has just released a two-song snippet of her new album, due out in September. It's untitled as of yet. While both tracks are slow, one is a love song, and the other is a song about not wanting to tarnish someone else's heart.. Both piano laden diddy's will be on her upcoming sophomore album due out September 23 in the UK. A US date has not been announced as of yet. Stay tuned.
Worldwide Release Dates
20th Sept - Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Benelux, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Norway, Finland.
23rd Sept - France, UK, Denmark, Sweden, Portugal, Greece, Middle East, Africa.
24th Sept - Italy, Spain, Latin America, South East Asia.
NEW VIDEO: JAY BROWN "KEEP TALKING"
Here's the latest from UK sensation Jay Brown. Her husky rasp is captivating audiences on the other side of the Atlantic, and she is an artist to watch. The video is called "Keep Talking," and somehow it could be used to address her future buzz in the industry. She's definitely about to make some waves.
The Northampton sensation is of Jamaican descent, but along with her reggae roots is part grunge and country as well. She recently performed at Glastonbury Festival, with "Video," a number that she usually performs acoustic, but this time she has a full band. Click "Read More" and watch her take over the crowd.
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