Eric Dill Debuts New Songs on Album for CD Release Party

Eric Dill’s independent label, Vigil Records, held an exceptional album release party for his solo record “Forever is Not Enough” coming out shortly; at the Gibson Showroom in Beverly Hills, CA. This maximum capacity event was made up of industry insiders, and a virtual whose-who of Hollywood celebrities, actors and musicians. This intimate location houses a mini-museum of Gibson products throughout the years, and was the perfect location for the showcase. Eric’s rock/pop live performance accompanied by two stellar musicians, and his soulful performance when he played and sang a few of his acoustic songs brought the house down. Following up on his top 100 and Top 40 radio success of his first single “War with the Wolves” off the new album, and after his incredible performance at the party it is no wonder that he continues to climb the music charts. Aside from the great food, open-bar, and lively audience, party-goers left with a gift bag that included an Eric Dill T-shirt that says, “I’m kind of a big Dill.” Starting a solo music career is always risky, and nerve-racking, but Eric Dill put his musical past to good use, with amazing vocal skills; and lyrics that he is truly passionate about. You can listen to some of his songs on iTunes here. Visit Eric’s website here

New Album, Detroit Club, From Chicago Based Singer-Songwriter Sijay Available November 20th

Sijay’s musical mind is a complex instrument that is a rich marinade of Jazz, neo-soul, and R&B for just over 22 years. Quoting Sijay, “Every note I sings is meaningful; combining beautifully crafted tones with a rich timbre that eludes even the most experienced singers. Drawing inspiration from personal relationships, alternate history paths, and long and winding road trips, I catalogue a tapestry of original music that brings my passion for originality to the forefront.” Sijay’s musical roots and urban lifestyle have forever disabled him from following any musical rules, and has allowed him to seamlessly blend genres to consistently produce music that is in a league of it’s own. Fitting in has never been so out of style. His new album “Detroit Club” will be released on November 20th. Check him out and let me know what you think. Click here to hear for yourself!

Mosaico is Portuguese Brazilian Jazz Artist Beatrice Masons Album

Brazilian jazz/blues artist Beatrice Mason for you Portuguese speaking peeps out there! Since releasing her latest album, Mosaic, she’s been creating a lot of buzz and developing a cult following in her hometown of Rio de Janeiro. Her album is in the “Top Album” category on iTunes and is all in her native Portuguese with the exception of the track “Caramel”. She has performed fronting standing room only crowds at International Music Conference and Modem 2012. Mosaico received accolades by critics and fans alike. With her unique sound, Mason has crossed over to new audiences in Europe and the United States. As a result of her success, she came to the attention of ex-Motown Producer, Michael B. Sutton via her North American consultant company, The Music Umbrella. Sutton a renown writer/producer (Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson) will soon be working with her to remix the only English track, “Caramel”. The release will be out in mid-October on the Lilly Blonde label and will be actively promoted to Smooth Jazz Radio for an international audience. Influenced by Brazilian pop music her sweet Portuguese lyrics and vocals give her the edge to stand out among other artists. Singles such as “Caramel” and “Foi No Mês Que Bem” have enticed blues and jazz listeners around the world. To watch the music video for her latest single, click here: Besides promoting her album, Beatrice has been granted a government sponsorship to work on songs by South-American writers and composers Jorge Drexler, Vitor Ramil and Kevin Johansen. For more information, tour dates, etc. visit her website here

Enter to Win VIP Passes to Meet Eric Dill and Enjoy His Concert at Private Release Party in LA

 

Eric Dill’s accomplishments when he was with The Click Five (TC5) are all but a memory as he carves his own niche sound, in his own way on his new solo record “Forever Is Not Enough” coming out on November 20^th.  No doubt, some of you remember his platinum Single “Just the Girl’”.   

On the heels of his exceptional performance at Gene Simmons Rocktoberfest, Eric Dill’s solo single “War With The Wolves” just landed in the top 100 on the Top 40 radio chart!

For his new release, his record label is putting on the glitz with an intimate Private VIP Record Release party and one lucky fan will win 2 passes to it (you’ll need to make your own way to LA as transportation is not included if you win).   It’s going to be in Beverly Hills, CA on the evening of Thursday, November 15^th.  He’ll be performing at the Release party with his band electrically and also doing a few acoustic songs.  The place only holds 99 people so it will be such a special treat!

To enter to win the VIP passes go here. 

Guitar Enthusiast Tak Matsumoto, Shares Similar Sounds With Eric Clapton Through His New Latest Album, “String of My Soul”

Hey jazz fans!  Throw your jazz hands up for Tak Matsumoto’s new album, “Strings of My Soul” Following his first solo album, “Hana”; This new album is a must for any jazz and blues listeners.

With a diverse mix of jazz, blues, pop and rock, "Strings of My Soul" displays Tak’s incredible guitar skills and flawless technique. He takes the listeners on an instrumental journey, exploring this “new album of myself.” This new sound is sure to blow away jazz lovers all around the globe. 

Outside of his band, the Japanese giants known as B’z, Matsumoto is also an amazing solo artist. He is highly praised by Pat Metheny, Keb Mo, Larry Carlton, Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, and even Eric Clapton. 

To get a taste of the Japanese six-string virtuoso’s work, check out the tunes

here

Rock Hard With The Heavy Metal Band The Rift

If your musical tastes include bands like 30 seconds to Mars, Story of The Year, Avenged Sevenfold, Metallica or AC/DC, you will thoroughly enjoy the music of The Rift. A guitar oriented band, The Rift includes three guitarists that share great chemistry onstage. They’ve already earned a great reputation that has allowed them to share the stage with bands like Exodus or The Misfits. 

They recently released their second EP, Aces High, driven by the powerful single “Seven”  and they also filmed a new video for the catchy song “Wake” that you can preview here. 

With great live energy and rare musical skills, The Rift stands as one of the best live bands in Los Angeles that keeps their fans coming back for more.

You can  take a listen to the single/album and check their upcoming tour dates here.

Follow them on facebook  here.

Portuguese Brazilian Jazz Artist Beatrice Mason New English Song “Caramel” Hits #19 & #50 on World and Jazz Chart

Regardless of the fact that Beatrice Mason’s songs are sung in Portuguese, she corners the universal sound of smooth jazz making her popularity take on a steady rise in the United States.  Her latest album release just hit #50 on SmoothJazz.com. The College Music Journal (CMJ) recently ranked her album at #19 on their New World Music Chart, and her debuts at other core radio stations have been quite favorable.   Thanks to her enchantingly percussive take on Suzanne Vega’s 1996 hit “Caramel” - the CD’s one English language track is available in three sultry “Nite Life” and “Pop” remixes by Motown veteran Michael B. Sutton (Smokey Robinson, Michael Jackson).

From her website:  “Mosaico: a musical mosaic of styles and sounds with the common thread of emanating from her native Brasil.  “Algum Mistério (Some Kind of Mystery),” Ana Clara Horta’s piano samba “Cortejo,” and a duet version of Raphael Gemal’s “Canto Só” featuring guest vocalist Edu Krieger. An artful video was also lensed for her version of Vitor Ramil’s “Foi no mês que vem,” a mix of tango and electronica.”

I can’t get enough of this record!  Interested to hear others’ take on her music.

Website here

Listen to the 3 english mixes of “Caramel” here