#musicalseduction

Mark McKinney – The ‘Country Rocker’

I’ve always lived by the old adage “Never judge a book by it’s cover” but if anyone is a personification of those words, it is Mark McKinney. At first glance he’s a rock star, hear the opening notes to his music he’s country, get into his songs and he’s both! I kid you not when I say that I have found an album that country fans, rock and southern rock fans can get down to. I know that we all have this idea built up in our heads what each genre of music should sound like, so when someone like Mark comes along and not only blurs those lines but he combines them successfully, it either scares us or confuses us because we don’t know what to think. I assure you that his music is effing fantastic – beer, whiskey, drinkin’ with your buddies and/or girlfriends at the bar or around a bonfire fantastic. His album is made up of songs that you’ll not only be singing after you’ve heard them, but you’ll also be introducing them to friends. I’m willing to bet he’ll be a household name soon enough.

Check him out!

Immoralis

From: Minneapolis, MN Genre: Metal/Orchestral DeathCore Immoralis Reverbnation Official Facebook

Extra Curricular

Looking for something new? Something different? Extra Curricular is just what the doctor ordered! They make future soul music, incorporate rock and electronic music styles to make their funky sound. The band actually plays real instruments along-side live electronics and vocals – and that to me screams “Awesome!”

The band itself is comprised of:

Thabo Mkwananzi (Vocals) Martin Chung (Guitars) Jack Button (Bass/Programming) Noah Burton (Drums/Programming) John Waugh (Saxes) Greg Nicholas (Trumpet)

Throwing the brass instruments in, happens to make me swoon like a school girl. I’m a sucker for the way they sound – what can I say?

They’ve done a mix as a promo for their  summer tour last year – it can be downloaded for free HERE: It includes the track ‘No Money Blues’ that they did with Duke Dumont. It’s fantastic! (and who doesn’t love free stuff?)

If you don’t want to take my word for it, that’s okay! Do your own research – I welcome curious minds 

You can find out more below:

Official Home Page of Extra Curricular Official Facebook @ECurricular

Give them a listen, like, follow – tell em I sent you!

The Sleep Wells

I’m always on the lookout for new music, of course, and I don’t just search in the States. A lot, and I do mean A LOT of great indie bands come from out of the country, predominantly around the UK. So, when I found The Sleep Wells, I was hoping that they would fit in to that great, yet undiscovered by mainstream talent area. And they do.

To steal a few words concerning them: “The Sleep Wells are an indie family band from Cambridge. Currently scattered around Europe they are taking their ambitious sound everywhere from the 100 club in London to upcoming gigs in Berlin. A 2011 EP was featured on BBC Introducing and 2013 will see further releases from their current studio sessions.” If Alanis Morisette, Jill Sobule and Tori Amos had a love child, she would sound like their vocalist. I love her raw, clear and sweet sound. Bands like this make me wish I was traveling around the UK, having a few pints andlistening to music.

You definitely need to give them a listen, and see what you’re missing!

Listen Here! (Soundcloud) Listen Here too! (Bandcamp) Official Facebook Official Myspace @TheSleepWells

Willpowerless

From: Philadelphia, PA Genre: Hard Rock Willpowerless Facebook @willpowerless

IdolEyes

Do you like freestyle rap, or enjoy artists such as Eminem, Tupac, or DMX, but you’re tired of the same ol’ beats and you want something fresh? Look no further, this is your guy. Honestly, I’m not normally a rap fan, so unless it’s really good, or I find a connection with it (I.E it contains an important or positive message), then I couldn’t dig it. I find myself liking everything about this rapper’s music – fresh beats, sound and he doesn’t sound forced, or make ridiculous rhymes that make me roll my eyes. So if you’re looking for something new, or just a different sound from all other rap, then check him out. IdolEyes Reverbnation @idoleyes859

David Martinez: One More Time

I’ve always heard “Everything is bigger and better in Texas”, their music scene is obviously no exception, as David Martinez proves with his vocal range, and ability to create songs that evoke emotion while making you want to dance. I was given “Crazy Ride” to listen to, and it hooked me, so I sought out the rest of his songs – after hearing, and trying to critique each one, the only complaint that I have, is that he doesn’t have a tour date listed closer to me so that I can catch a live show. David was the #1 Alternative Artist in Corpus Christi, Texas for a very impressive run and is still holding strong at #2, which is still incredible no matter which way you slice it.

His new EP “One More Time” is a pure pleasure to listen to from beginning to end, and is certainly in my top “MUST BUY” albums so far this year.

Below are all of the links you will need to connect to an awesome artist that you DEFINITELY need to keep an eye on!

David’s Reverbnation David’s Facebook @davidmartinezmu

Milktooth

 ”I’m hearing every melody for the first time”