The first release of many, ‘You Do You’ serves as a great introduction to the project. Kicking us off with drums and a piano, it sets the mood for the track brilliantly as JShell comes in with a vocal performance that suits the track perfectly. Without a drop-off in quality, the music changes pace and energy that JShell’s vocals match throughout. A brilliant track, it dovetails with the video well, with a simple, hand-drawn style that gives each lyric a visual that only adds to the quality of the song overall.

The first release on the album, it’s been drip-fed to us from January 17^th up until February 14^th, giving each track its own time to shine. With each track hitting the mark, the addition of music videos for each song ensures that the quality is only added to, and makes the album immersive from the very start. Out now, ‘In My Head’ is ready for you to hear and watch each and every second – don’t miss this!

JShell’s Website

JShell’s Instagram

JShell’s TikTok

JShell’s YouTube

The post NYC Rock Artist, JShell, and his New Immersive Album, ‘In My Head’ appeared first on No.1 Music Blog.

The track kicks off with brilliant hard-hitting drums and fantastic guitar riffs that dovetail together perfectly, while creating a platform for the lead singer, Graham Hannan, to blow us away with his fantastic vocal ability. The result is a rock song that has the feel of a classic, with each and every second being a completely engaging listen that will you hooked, pressing play again and again.

The video itself is as engaging as the song. Starting off with shots of the band, who are a picture perfect definition for rocking out, get the video off to a start that is more that befitting of a music video for a song of this calibre. There is a story within the video however, with a woman being shown to be sick of her normal life – her job is boring, her boyfriend is lazy, so she decides to head out of her home. Armed with a sledgehammer, she goes to a rage room where she takes out her pent up rage of her life onto every object around her, destroying everything in sight. A perfect visualisation of the music, it matches up with the emotion of the lyrics in every way.

A track and video that belong together, they both showcase everything that there is to love about rock music. Blowing you away from the first second, make sure you listen to this and find out what HANNAN are all about. Make sure that you don’t miss this!

Tweets by HaNNaNmusic

HANNAN’s Facebook

HANNAN’s Instagram

HANNAN’s Website

HANNAN’s YouTube

The post ‘Break Me’, the Latest Video and Single from HANNAN appeared first on No.1 Music Blog.

A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one…

Some Velvet Morning have debuted the video for their 2021 single Ghosts. The band have announced that this is the first in a series of 3 video drops from the album, releasing weekly, to celebrate the new Vinyl launch of their album Rough Seas.

Like the track itself, the video for Ghosts is stripped back and boasts a confidently withheld style. Some Velvet Morning let the track itself take centre stage, opting to perform in a stylishly reserved environment. Warm lights wrap around the black-clad group as they conjure an immense swell, all from their simple environment.

Ghosts itself demonstrates the reasons why Some Velvet Morning have garnered the genre-crossing fan base they have. There’s an element of a country music spirit to Ghosts that mix with the group’s signature modern pop-rock sound. Perhaps the song’s most powerful trait though is (for lack of a better word) its hype!

The single maintains a delicate balance of confidently withheld soundscapes, with a rousing through line throughout built by whoops, hand claps, and guitar. There’s shades of The Chain but contextualized in a modern pop style.

It’s strange to think of it as a newer release as it feels like a classic already. My gut instinct is that you could play this down the pub and everyone would join in. It’s easy to see how Ghosts could become the next big sports anthem and its video provides the perfect opportunity to revisit it.

You can check out the Rough Seas Vinyl Launch here: https://tinyurl.com/roughseasvinylbandcamp

The post VIDEO FEATURE: Ghosts – Some Velvet Morning appeared first on No.1 Music Blog.

Raw Soul Express has proved themselves as a band that requires no studio trickery or airbrushing, just artistic expertise. On the 1st February, the band released their new single entitled “Fate of the World” and confirmed they are still a soulful force to be reckoned with, some 45 years after they formed.

Raw Soul Express are a unique funk group birthed in Miami with a distinctively soulful sound, comprised of sultry lead vocals from Rick Washington and the instrumental prowesses of Chris Perkins, Tommy Johnson, John McMinn, Paull Mullen, Harold Seay and long-time bassist Albie Manno. 

When you think of the 1970s you might think of the rise of bell-bottom jeans and disco balls, but it was also an era made famous by economic struggle, technological revolution and massive cultural change. Fast forward 45 years and some of those issues are still harrowingly reminiscent; 2020 has been a year consumed by crises such as the Australian bushfires and the Californian wildfires, Black Lives Matter protests and of course, the COVID-19 pandemic that shook the world to its core. ‘The Fate of the Word’ is a single that the band felt obligated to put out with a message that is as vital as ever.

The band members are all equally as excited about the new single and have reflected on the moral implications of the lyrics. Chris Perkins said: “if you are conscious about your surroundings, mentally, socially and economically with a deep concern for humanity and God and love for your fellow man and the environment, then Fate of the World addresses these issues in our society. It’s powerful, raw and its current. Unfortunately, it’s in real time.”

Raw Soul Express’ new single is characteristically syncopated and funky, containing delicious melodies and harmonies underscored by soulful bass and brass notes. In some ways, the single offers a form of escapism from the fateful reality we live in. But there are no preaching pleasantries, just simple, raw melodic symphonies and hard-hitting lyrics that entice the listener to confront the cataclysmic situation of the world. 

The song itself was actually written by bassist and lead vocalist almost 25 years ago. Albie Manno said: “Because the song was written by myself and Rick some 25 years ago, I had no idea in 2019 when I was planning to make the video in 2020 what the images were going to be. To me, it just affirms that what we’ve been doing all along is what we were meant to do. As artists I believe we should reflect on the times, may they be good or bad.

Raw Soul Express directly ask the listener “is this the fate of the world?” 

The lyrics are thought-provoking and raw. The video forces the viewer into a contemplative position as the observer, witnessing some scenes from the world’s most hard-hitting events through history and specifically 2020. 

It is relevant yet timeless, and Raw Soul Express solidify their reputation as pioneers in the soul and funk scene by staying true to the genre with the track’s distinctive groove. The single is relevant yet timeless, inquisitive and self-aware: qualities that manifest as an honest commentary on the state of our global affairs. 

To keep updated with Raw Soul Express follow their social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rawsoulexpress/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawsoulexpressofficial/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rawsoulexpress

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5e8PzKR7GtAtJzBVARpNv6

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-1CuwLYeBhEgXrsg_N5Tiw/videos

Listen to the latest episode of The Quite Great Radio Show:

Follow Quite Great’s new partnered platform Cambridge Unwrapped:

www.facebook.com/cambsunwrapped

www.instagram.com/cambridgeunwrapped/

www.twitter.com/cambsunwrapped

The post Raw Soul Express Release Brand-New Old Skool Tune ‘Fate of the World’ appeared first on No.1 Music Blog.

Ruth Brosnan has composed a track which encompasses the struggles of the pandemic, from restrictions, to the bravery and dedication of front line workers.

It’s an upbeat song, despite the potentially gloomy subject, which spreads a clear message of escapism and hope.

This motivational and passionate dance track is perfect for fans of the 80s decade, though it gives a modern twist with electronic elements throughout.

The music is impossible not to dance to; exactly what the nation needs in this difficult and draining time. With Ruth’s music, the pop style, no-nonsense track will get us back on our feet and keep our chins up!

For more updates follow Ruth’s socials below:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watch/ruthbrosnanmusic/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruth_brosnan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruth_brosnan/?hl=en

Website: https://ruthbrosnan.com

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1DZW6KvND9HzEiXjDdWnqr?si=8HUGivXeSLyGEU1_7zb32w

Check out the latest episode of The Quite Great Radio Show

Episode 3 of ‘Just Checking In’ is now out – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pNt2GF_LcA&t=197s

The post Ruth Brosnan’s single ‘Electric Gold’ is a mantra for COVID-19 key workers appeared first on No.1 Music Blog.