Is The Year Over Yet?; How are you doing? Seriously, for most people, this year has been the absolute worse. I'll spare you the details because honestly it's been all over every news station year. But just because this pandemic has stolen everything good from us doesn't mean we cant have some festive fun at it's expense, right? We absolutely loved the creativity this pandemic has brought out in these artists and hope that they are doing well. I've complied 10 songs that are worth hearing about a virus that isn't. I hope this brings you some joy and I hope you consider giving the artists a foll ..read more

Never stop believing in Santa Claus is the metaphor for never stop believing in the power of our capacity to bring kindness to each other and in this action... love rules all!!!! We are excited to introduce you and your song to our readers. Thank you! Answering below are three of the four collaborators on this song, Jocelyn Mackenzie, Stan Satlin, and Marty Allen (JM, SS, + MA) If you could, please introduce yourself to those who may not have heard your music yet. JM: I'm a musician, maker, and psychic medium based in Brooklyn, NY. Music is my favorite language. I love trying new things, explo ..read more

Meet The Powerhouse Fellowship Choir: We have released a live Gospel album entitled "It's Not Over: LIVE". It has won numerous awards and nominations. Most recently we won Best Gospel Album for the 41st annual GMA Covenant awards. The Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir have shared the stage with Grammy award winner Stevie Wonder, David Foster, Juno award winner Measha Bruggergosman, Pastor Shirley Caesar, the Clark Sisters and R&B singer Bilal. The choir had the opportunity to sing and help celebrate the release of Walt Disney Pictures 2019 The Lion King film.And we appear in the Lifetime N ..read more

ILLICIT GHOST “Christmas Lights on the Lawn” “On my journeys home from NYC for the holidays, I see the decorated houses on each side of the expressway and I’m reminded that sometimes we just need a little light to find our way,” says Illicit Ghost. “Christmas Lights on the Lawn” was inspired by those who hang Christmas lights during quarantine to encourage hope in the world. “I wrote the song to comfort those experiencing grief, especially during this tragic time,” she says. “All of 2020’s loss amplified the importance of loved ones. I want this song to remind us to celebrate those who have p ..read more

Meet The Artist: I’m Jake from The Chardon Polka Band out of Cleveland, OH. We’re a full time band of musicians that enjoy bringing out polka antics to folks across the USA. What Gives You The Holiday Feels? For me, a big chunk of the holiday season revolves around music. The first year I had an accordion, I managed to be able to play the melody of Jingle Bells in time for Christmas… and played it for anyone who would listen! Since that time, I’ve always loved sharing music with people around the holiday. As a band, we are extremely humbled that folks bring our music into their homes during t ..read more

Meet The Artist: My name's Brendan Dalton, and I'm a musician / composer / sometimes actor living in NYC. I grew up in Upper Darby, PA, went to school for musical theater at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and eventually moved to New York where I currently reside. Almost immediately after moving to NYC, I landed a gig performing as a Blue Man with Blue Man Group in Orlando, Chicago, and NYC. I did that for 2 years, and that's actually how I came to know a lot of my collaborators on this album. Music's been a huge part of my life since I was little. My mom's a music teacher, and pa ..read more

Meet The Artist: Hello, Thank you so much for your time and support! I am a Bronx Native of Puerto Rican and Chilean descent. I am a Soprano Classically trained Opera Singer, amateur baker and wine enthusiast. I currently live in Westchester with my lovely partner Sammy Wags who produced, played drums, mixed and mastered “Baking Spirits Bright”. Brief history of your musical career After receiving my bachelors from the conservatory at SUNY Purchase College and Masters from The Aaron Copland School of Music. I made my first professional debut as Maria in Opera North’s production of West Side St ..read more

Meet The Artist: My name is Matt Heaton, and I play music for kids & families. I came to that in sort of a roundabout way; I play trad Irish music with my wife, Shannon. We’ve toured all over, made a lot of records etc. We had a kid 10 years ago, and I started taking him to sing alongs at libraries and the like. And I realized, “maybe I could do that?” We were obviously singing to him all the time anyway! So I started doing songs for kids, and fast forward to now, I love it. I get to play in a lot of different styles: surf music, rockabilly, Western swing. Loads of different guitar styles ..read more

Scrolling through Instagram awhile back, I was introduced to this great couple who typically focus on Opera music. This year they are treating us to a Christmas album. John was gracious enough to let us talk to him about the album Can you give us a bit of background on you and your wife, and how you came to Opera and how that has affected the choices you've made in your musical careers. It's a fun question to answer. Gillian grew up in Buffalo, NY and was always a little performer. There are home videos of her singing all the parts to the classic Disney "Beauty and the Beast" at the age of 4 ..read more

Who is Running Lights? Mike: Thanks for having us! My name is Mike. I'm the singer and guitarist for Running Lights. I’m joined by my brother Nick Squillante (keys) and longtime friend Stephen Ranellone (drums). We’re a 3-piece band based out of NY. Can You Tell Us More About The Group Steve: At the end of 2018, we signed a deal with IDAP Music, home to multi-platinum producer/songwriter William Larsen. He’s not only a great guy, but he’s produced some incredible songs; Nico and Vinz’s “Am I Wrong”, Kygo’s “Stay”, and Florida Georgia Line’s “H.O.L.Y.” to name a few. In May 2019, we dropped our ..read more