Pentatonix have recently released their latest EP PTX VOL III. I don’t think anyone knew what we would be in for when these guys first walked the stage of the competition series The Sing-Off. They have taken A Capella music to a new level and have a nice, shiny new record deal to show for it.
‘PTX VOL III’ has no rules. It’s a wonderful blend of each member’s creativity, influence, and talent. You can tell they gave this their all and it shows. An EP that is a mix of covers and original songs, ‘PTX VOL III’ showcases magnificent vocals and insanely mind-blowing beats provided by member Kevin Olusola. My only complaint so far is that it contains only 7 songs.
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Alice Sungurov is the latest young artist we’re taking a listen to. The singer and songwriter is based out of the New York area and has just released her new track “So Blind” from HitPlay records. I’m always interested to hear what talented songwriters have up their sleeves.
When asked about her songwriting efforts, Alice revealed:
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Today, we’re taking a listen to Direct Divide, a rock trio out of Seattle, Washington. The group, who is described as “violin amplified rock”, just released their EP Bridges. They blend the impressive sound of the violin with the classic elements of a good rock band. Beginning this September, the rock trio has embarked on a 33 date tour around the US in support of their new single “Abduction”.
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NYC-based singer-songwriter Emilia Cataldo is the creative mind behind Nehedar. A project with a slew of creative and musical influences, Nehedar has just finished and released their latest full length album. This album is a first for Nehedar. After previously releasing 6 independent albums, “The Warming House” is the first crowd-funded album.
We reviewed her in the past, comparing her sound to Regina Spektor while others have heard similarities PJ Harvey, Aimee Mann, and Tracy Bonham.
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Forget everything that you think you know about the group Il Volo. The Italian pop-opera trio consisting of Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble, just wrapped up a successful North American tour for the Summer of 2014. Not to be confused with Il Divo, this extremely talented trio is proving that power ballads and big voices aren’t just for a certain audience anymore.
Il Volo manages to do the unexpected — combine a setlist of power ballads, opera, pop, musical theatre and more, and conquer an audience of all ages. I’m talking a screaming and dedicated audience of all ages. If Andrea Bocelli, Frank Sinatra and David Archuleta had kids with the Jonas Brothers, the result would be Il Volo…and all in really cute vests.
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Pentatonix have recently released their latest EP PTX VOL III. I don’t think anyone knew what we would be in for when these guys first walked the stage of the competition series The Sing-Off. They have taken A Capella music to a new level and have a nice, shiny new record deal to show for it.
