Friday, April 26, 2024
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
DJ Interviews: Lord Vynil
Here's my interview with singer.gamer Lord Vynil who sat down with me to share his musical beginnings, enjoy,
Monday, April 22, 2024
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Saturday, April 20, 2024
DJ Interviews: DK (Diamond King)
Here's my interview with singer/music producer Diamond King
-Ive been doing music all my life.Growing up at age 9 watching my Pops and uncles do they thang caught my attention.I Write,Mix,Master,& Make my own beats.
Friday, April 19, 2024
DJ Interviews: FirexNight
Hey there guys DJ Dizzy here & here's my interview with the band FirexNight
Thursday, April 18, 2024
DJ Reviews: Peter Bloom Band- Random thoughts of a paralyzed mind
Hey there everyonw, DJ Dizzy here & I'm back with another review that of The Peter Bloom Band 7 their album Thoughts From A Paralyzed Mind.
This band is fronted by a well known Canadiam radio personality Peter Cugno (Pronounced Koon yo) who is also a well known voice actor perhaps best known for his role popular anime Beyblade amongs other projects but in his spare time does comedy songs & also his own brand of music he not only speaks in English but is also very fluent in French which really shows in his songs for his album to whivh I'll be reviweing.
The songs,
The songs are done in French & the music for it has a coffeehouse type feel to it what with the accoustic/electric sound which does give it a poetic feel in a good sense but overall has a really mellow vibe & Pete's singing is very soothing & smooth & beautifully expresses his feelings by way of storytelling in his songs. One song I reaally enjoy in particular was called Courage Mon Amour (Careful My Love) I really like it because of his singing & how you can really feel how he sings straight from his heart & soul & how the accoustic guitar really captires the story with it.
I also like the fact that this album showcases how he sings in French as well because its like seeing him in a different light which is something that you rarely get with other artists, i heard him speaking in English but to hear him singing fluently in French is a real treat & to be honest it is pretty romantic that I admit.
In Conclusion,
This is an album that I highly recommnd that you check out even if you're a first time listener since he does awesome work as a voice over artist & musician & I'm sure that you'll develop a real liking toward his music & singing as I have so I give his music an overall 10.
You can check out his album Thoughts of a paralyzed mind via the link below & until then I'll catch you on The Flipside! Stay fristy & rck n roll!
(1) Pensées Au Hasard (D'un Esprit Paralysé) - YouTube
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
DJ Reviews: Shoshana Ami- Back Together
Hey there one & all its DJ Dizzy back at you with another music review, this time its singer Shoshana Ami with her new song Back Together
Shoshana Ami is a singer who's based in Brooklyn New York who also prodiuces her own work which is very admirableshe lso demonstrates that he has alot of edgey sounds to her music which is what I'll be reviewing.
The song,
The song has sort of an accoustic/electirc type feel to it as she talks about how she's been wanting to reconnect with an old friend of hers & be able to recreate some of the good times she once had after being on a hiatus which is what I sort of gotten from it but overall its still a good bop nne the less The video for it on the otherhand leaves alot to be desired since it looks like she's imposed alot on a TV screen & involves alot of special effects but the song is a decent banger that much I will say.
Her vocal style sounded a bit auto tuned but was still decent bout & I also admire how she produces her own works at that & writes her own lyrics so I imagine that we'll be hearing more from her in the near future.
In Conclusion,
While the song itself is a decent bop music wise but the video on the one hand wasn't really the best but the song is still a good listen. so its a 7 out of 10.
You can view the video by way of the link below & until then I'll catch you on The Flipside! Stay awesome & rockn roll!
Back Together - Shoshana Ami - Official Music Video (youtube.com)
Monday, April 15, 2024
DJ Reviews: Marianne Kester Broken (Revision)
Hey there veryone, DJ Dizzy here & I've got a music review that of singer Marianne Kester's new song Broken which is a revision.
Marianne Kester is an accoustic folk/pop singer who specializes in poetry type songs & she does an amazing job with the lyrics & she takes alot of inspiration from poetry in her music & is also heavily influenced by not just poems but nursery rhymes which is what I had gathered from this following song.
The song focuses how there so many things that're broken such as roots, stems, flowers, minutes, & hours to say the most & it even depicts it in the video & the song itself uses a folish rock type tone to capture the lyrics & it also speaks on how we need to be able to repair things that have gone wrong in our lives hard as we try but overall its got a good message & a great folkish rock feel to it. Marianne's gentle singing voice also compliments the folk rock tones to the song itsef as for the music video it spells things out in the litteral since which is a good thing but as to the song which is a revision they really hit the nail on the head when emphasizing the lyrics of the song.
In conclusin,
Broken revision is a song that I highly recommend that you give a listen to & the video is a real look at how even the things that were once broken can be repaired in time with a litte love & time & if you haven't heard the song or seen the video there will be a link down below to check it out but overall its a good listen so I give it a 10 out of 10
So untill then I'll catch you on The Flipside! Stay frosty & rock n roll!
Marianne Kester Broken revision.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
DJ Interviews: Cherenkov
Here's my interview with singer Cherenkov who sat down with me to discuss his mucial orgins
I started off playing guitar. I'd always wanted to be able to play, so bought myself a cheap electric guitar and started to learn. Pretty soon I’d found my way round a few cover versions and even written a few of my own.How'd you get started in music?
I love all kinds of music but was really into thrash/death metal for a while. Slayer, Sepultura, Orbituary, Napalm Death etc. I loved the intensity of it. Although I’m not making metal I think there I’ve brought a bit of intensity of it with me.Who are your inspirations or influences?
You need self belief and belief in the music you are producing. There are many, many people that will criticise you and tell you that your stuff is no good, especially when they're hiding behind social media.What advice would you offer aspiring performers?
That’s a really difficult thing to do. I think bringing some of that thrash metal/industrial intensity into electronic music makes what I do a little different.How do you set yourselves apart from other bands or singers?
Any new gigs or albums in the future?
Sunday, April 7, 2024
DJ Reviews: Junah Soleil – Fou de toi
Hello one & all its your old friend DJ Dizzy here coming at you with another music review this time I'm featuring a singer by the name os Junah Solei & their new song Fou de toi (Which means crazy about you.)
Junah Solei is a French pop singer who has also worked with famed French prodicers/musicians Electowave & have developed this bop of a tune, She posesses a mellow yet hypnotic/childlike sound with her vocal style which is also on the enchanting/mesmerizing side as well which is something very unique just as much as the song.
The song
The song itself kind of talks about her beng in love & going on adventures with her crush as we all have that fantasy which is what I gathered from it but the song itself has a psychadellic type vibe with a very heavily nfluennced electrinuc feel to it & they also manage to include alot of synnthesized beats & styling into the song if you're into that sort of thing but it is a decent song no less,
In conclusion,
While this song gives off a very psychedellic/electro vube to it its got a decent beat & it also does kin of capture what Junah was going for which is making it big & traveling depending on what its about but its still a good listen depending on how you might feel or see with it but overall it was really unique so I have to give this song a 9 out of 10.
You can view the music video here via the link below, & until then I'll catch you on The Flipside! Stay aweosme & rock n roll!
Junah Soleil – Fou de toi 💖 (Official Music Video) - YouTube
Saturday, April 6, 2024
DJ Reviews: Isabelle Boulay - Parle-moi
Hey there everyone, Its your old friend DJ Dizzy here back with another music review this time its of singer Isabelle Boulay with her song Parle Moi (Speak to me)
Isabelle Boulay is a French Canadian pop singer who has a very melodic yet R&B type sound to her voical style which highly compliments this song & her singing style altogether which she does really well & also still manages to really stay humble to her craft & you can also thank Electowave for their electrofying discovery & nurturing with this bewitching talent.
The song,
While I don't know French too well I did manage to catch what this song talks about it mostly highlights growth both emotionally & mentally & not being afriad to accept your flaws regardless of how many of them you may have, It has a more toned down accoustic sound to it from what I had heard & it also has a mixture of easy listening style vibes & a sort of R&B feel to it which is something that Isabelle captires really well with the vocal performance of it.
In conclusion,
Parle Moi is definte tube that's worth listening to & it'll really get you in the mood to want to take the time to meditate & refect on your own growth & struggles & working through them but iverall is a good lsiten to for any such a=ocassion & I'll also say to Electowave that they really have an eye for discovering & working with muical talent even when it comes to their own musicla mastery. So this is one song.singer that I highly recommend that you check out so both get a perfect 10.
You can check out the song here by way of the link below & until then I'll catch you on The Flipside! Stay frosty & rock n roll!
Friday, April 5, 2024
DJ Interviews: Fractured Band
Here's my interview with the band, Fractured who sat down with me regarding their musical success.
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
DJ Reviews: Rock Sugar Band
Hey there all its DJ Dizzy & I've had the esteemed honor & pleasure of listening to well known rock band Rock Sugar.
Rock Sugar is a band lead by none other than voice actor extraordinaire Jess Harnel & they have a music style inspired/influenced by the 80s sound of pop & metal which they feature well in their music. They also do covers & mashups of well known songs such as 'Kickstart My Rhapsody,' & 'Don't Stop The Sandman.' To name a few I also had the pleasure of seeing them perform live & they do an amazing job.
Jess Harnell has a definte rock n roll metal sound & it really shows when he sings & you can really hear the power that he puts into his vocal performance he's not only a seasoned veteran when it comes to voice acting but also singing & he really captures the 80s metal sound in the rendiditions of the songs & he does a really awesome job at honing his craft both vocally & musically.
So in conclusion Rock Sugar is a band that I highly recommend you check out when it comes to their musical mashups especially if you're new to their sound or are looking for a good rush. They get an all out 100 from me.
To find out more about Rock Sugar feel free to visit their website posted below & you can check out their Youtube channel for more of their music & until then I'll catch you on The Flpsode! Stay frosty & rock n roll!!
0s Pop Rock Metal Mashups - Rock Sugar Band
Rock Sugar music playlist
Monday, March 18, 2024
DJ Interviews: Diving Horse
Hey there guys DJ Dizzy here, & I've had the pleasure of sitting down with the band Diving Horse who shared their musicla beginngings with me
I started in music when I was just out of high school, back in 2004. Been playing in bands almost ever since! We’ve all had time with other projects before coming together and forming Diving Horse.How'd you get started in music?
For me, I feel like I have a very NYC influence - LCD Soundsystem, Talking Heads. I also love a lot of disco and post-punk, both of those genres obviously gestated in the city.Who are your inspirations or influences?
My advice would be to keep going. It’s important that bands and artists don’t end overcome by all the challenges that we face, whether it’s access to the arts as a whole or AI. Writing music, whether alone or in a band, helps us understand ourselves and always has the potential to bring people together.What advice would you offer aspiring performers?
We don’t take ourselves too seriously - see our recent social media posts for proof of that! We love to make music people want to move to, and we do that with make/female vocals and a lot of 4/4. I think we also have something to say, and our recent singles and our next single ‘I Don’t Need the Lord’ is proof of that.How do you set yourselves apart from other bands or singers?
We’re working on booking some shows now so watch this space! ‘I Don’t Need the Lord’ is out 5 April and we’ll have more music out not long after that.Any new gigs or albums in the future?
Sunday, March 17, 2024
DJ Reviews: The Lion King Musical
Hey there folks, DJ Dizzy here & I had the pleasure of seeing The Lion King Musical,
Now I have to say that this was quite a show as well as decent stage masterpiece & while I was expecting some elements from the animated film they did a good job of it no less but lets get into it
For those who haven't seen the film it takes place in the Savannah jungles in Africa & it tells the story of a young lion cub, Simba who's in training by way of his royal father Mufasah who teaches him about the fields & their kingdom meanwhile his scheming brother Scar wants to take over the kingdom by any means so he makes a deal with some Hyenas to 'help' him deal with his royal older brother by tricking his nephew into going to their territory although its forbidden.
Meanwhile Simba (Now a much older lion cub) & his best girlfriend Nala are playing inthe fields of The Pridelands & come across the forbidden area where they meet up with the Hyenas wo pounce on them & vow to eat them when Mufasah comes to rescue them & then gives Simba a good speaking to only to have it become a father/son bonding moment between the two but I won't gice too much away.
The Musical,
There were some decent musical numbers which also incorporated some of the Swahilli language & some African chants within most of the songs they also featured songs that weren't featured in the film & there was also a choir who were dressed in animal costumes to really capture the mood & flow of the story
The performers would come down the aisles of the theartre & some of the toehr players would swing from the balcony depending on what time you go but it was a fun experience no less & while it was true to the story I was expecting it to be a little bit like the film version particularly the songs but it was still good none the less & the actors had done a great job in potraying their characters & I could really sense that they pue alot of rehearsing & commitment to their roles.
They also had some decent performers when it came to the songs & they also did a decent job when it came some of the their solos & there were even afew side jokes (One in particular about Omaha Steaks since thats where their show was at but I digress.)
In conclusion,
While the stage play took some elements from the film put their own spin on things it was one heck of an awesome job & I recomend both the film & the stage play to any first timers & longtime fans so overall I give it a 10 for their creativity, their improv & for the performers, so this is so stage play I highly recommend that you see for yourself though I will say that it ran a bit long which was my on;y gripe with it other than that it was still enjoyable.
Monday, March 4, 2024
DJ Interviews: Ben Hornby & Paul Collins of The Goodstock Project
Here's my interview with Ben Hornby & Paul Collins of the band The Goodstock Project as they shared the band's musical beginnings
How'd you get started in music?
Between the four of us, I think we'd blame Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Stevie Wonder, John Lennon, and The Stone Roses for making us want to be in bands and make music. Three of us met at university and were in several bands before our current incarnation - The Goodstock Project. We were lucky enough to find June, our singer, on a musician-finding app. She absolutely blew us away with the first vocal take she did and was recruited immediately.
Who are your inspirations or influences?
All of the above, plus we have rock, metal, Madchester, dance, rave and 60s soul and motown DNA. So, lots of things go into the mix to create a Goodstock Project tune; we always need a big phat drums and bass sound, guitars and keys for texture and a huge soaring vocal over the top of it all.
What advice would you offer aspiring performers?
Don't get hung up on numbers (e.g. socials and streaming). First and foremost, have a great time making a racket, creating melodies and singing your own words. Just enjoy that part, because it's where all the magic comes from!
How do you set yourselves apart from other bands or singers?
The most important thing is we are ourselves. June sings like June, Ben drums like Ben, there's no conscious effort to sound the same as anyone or different from anyone. It's just a natural, organic thing.
Any new gigs or albums in the future?
Yes and yes :). The current single, "Demands of Reality", has been out for a couple of weeks, and a new one is in the can, ready to go. We're also excited to be currently working out the details of which lucky venue gets to host our full band debut gig (top billing, of course! :)).
Friday, March 1, 2024
DJ Interviews: Noella Mora
Here's my interview with singer, Noella Mora
Thursday, February 29, 2024
DJ Interviews: 12 Degrees of Saturation
Hey there folks, DJ Dizzy here & this is my interview with the band 12 Degrees Of Saturation
How'd you get started in music?
I've always had a great interest in music since I was a little kid. When I was a teenager, I got a guitar and had a teacher for about 3 months that taught me the basic chords and - the most important - how to learn songs by ear… I became self-taught and that’s how I started to play guitar.
I had a few rock/metal bands along the way (one of these bands - with college buddies - still active… occasionally we play in some bars and small events).
But it was only during the pandemic, in 2020, that the instrumental hard rock and heavy metal autoral project (a one man's band) "12 Degrees of Saturation” came to life. The first album was composed, recorded, mixed, mastered and released in this very same year, and until now, “12 Degrees of Saturation” has released 2 albums and 4 EPs in total.
Who are your inspirations or influences?
I grew up listening to hard rock and heavy metal bands and artists, and maybe different from the majority, I've always transit very well between hard rock/glam and extreme metal… hahahaha… and maybe that’s why my influences are very different and wide-ranged, from Ratt, Poison, Kiss, to King Diamond, Helloween, Exodus, Anthrax, Sepultura, not forgetting the guitar magicians like Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, Pete Thorn, Vivian Campbell and so on (always inspirations to me even though I do not have a shredder profile).
What advice would you offer aspiring performers?
Build a balance between technique and emotion (it may seem very obvious, but it's not an easy thing to do) and add your personal touch to your songs and playing. Even if your music is extremely niche, your personality is what will make people notice and connect with you.
How do you set yourselves apart from other bands or singers?
In a time where nobody has more patience for anything, the “12 Degrees of Saturation” songs are made short (most of them between 1’30” and 2’20” long), but with a solid structure for easy listening.
This happened by accident during the first compositions sessions, and I realized that worked very well, so it became a differential, a “signature” for my sound.
Any new gigs or albums in the future?
Lots of news coming soon.
I already have, in rough mix step, approximately 8 songs for a new album. My intention is to release it at the end of the 1st semester (trying to work fast here to make it happen). And since the last EPs were focused on heavy metal sounds, this new album might bring a more hard rock approach. Hope you dig it!