It is impossible to relay just how excited I am to be bringing you this exclusive listen to the first single from Kicking Bird’s debut album, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. Years in the making, these eleven tracks will likely make up my entire vibe for the summer. After getting an early listen a while back, I instantly knew that “Lauren” would be the song to … Continue reading Exclusive: Kicking Bird-“Lauren”
There’s a formula to storytelling that we all pretty much accept. Every tale has an introduction, a climax, and a resolution. With that in mind, take a listen to Brett Altman’s new single. It’s the first in what will be a series of releases in the coming months, culminating in a full album called Not Quite Love. This story is sure to have you anticipating … Continue reading SONG PREMIERE: Brett Altman-Waiting
Much like myself, Adem Dalipi fell in love with the blues as a young man. The difference is he can shred a guitar and I couldn’t play “Polly Wolly Doodle” if my life depended on it. He’s already found a little success, making it through the early auditions on American Idol to perform for the judges, getting some radio play, as well as festival appearances. … Continue reading Song Premiere: Adem Dalipi-Through Another’s Eyes
Derek Nelson has been one of Chicago’s finest songwriters for about a decade now. He’s been the leader of at least two amazing bands, Derek Nelson & The Musicians and Martin Van Ruin, and is now releasing his debut solo album called Richer Soil. Last week he released the first single, “The Chosen Ones,” and today he is giving me the honor of premiering the … Continue reading Derek Nelson-U.R.Y.
You may remember Todd Kessler from his run with Cee-Lo Green on The Voice in 2012. He didn’t win, but he showed America the kind of musician he is, and he’s stayed true to that since then. He formed a group after his stint called Todd Kessler And The New Folk, who I got to see perform at Lincoln Hall. I’ve also seen him perform … Continue reading Todd Kessler-Meet You There
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