So far this year we have had all the big album releases from Lady GaGa, Britney Spears Beyonce, Kelly Rowland etc and now we still have 5 months let in the year and what are we anticipating will be released? What will be the next big thing in music? Any ideas? Comment and let us know
One of our favourites Cosmo Jarvis is gearing up to release his latest EP for the hit singleSure As Hell Not Jesusthe video has been a sensation on YouTube following on fromGay PiratesJarvis is showing his diversity and true talents as a singer/songwriter and video maker. Jarvis describesJesus as being 'the thought of somebody can give you hope in times of anguish that a God never could' this very idea is just amazing and flows through with the lyrics and mood of the song. The EP will be released on Sunday May 29th and will include three additional tracks. We sat down with Cosmo to ask some questions about his forthcoming releases and inspirations.
What are some bands you are listening to now? Tom Waites, The Stones of course and local bands in my area What was the inspiration behind pirates? To tell a story with historical significance, to have a song that was specific to this period in time. Not focusing on the "gay" thing but abot building the character of a gay pirate and telling the story as if it actually happened, making the character real. A notion or idea of a person has history behind it, makes it a lot easier to be received. What is your favourite song on the new album? To play live? Probably "My Day" and in relation to this album coming out "Is the world strange or am I strange? it is very different to anything I have ever done. I love the production on it When are you coming to Australia and are you going to tour? Yes definitely! Don't know when but it will happen. Probably when the album comes out we could make it more of a reality.
What is your favourite track on the new album? A song called Betty, it is 11 minutes long, the first part of it will be available on the EP and it's called Betty Part 1 so you will be able to get a taste of it before the album comes out. Apparently you wrote over 300 songs for this album? How long did that take? I have written over 300 songs altogether, not just for this album. For me an album is not about a piece of work with one general theme, each song can stand on it's own and be it's own individual song. There are 12 tracks on this album How do you put together your videos? They are so epic and I have read that you have been compared to Lady GaGa in relation to creativity and controversy? Well really? wow! Lady GaGa has done a lot and I don't think we have the same sound. My mum likes her actually. I come up with the concept and ideas for the videos, my brother acts as the producer and we just get everyone together and do it. The videos has copped a lot of controversy especially pirates, MTV wouldn't show it due to censorship and stuff like that so that definitely makes it a challenge. Online is a big part of things, YouTube has opened that up a lot and shows people a different spin on the songs.
Rihanna is wasting no time pumping out the singles from her album Loud lining up the next single Cheers (I'll Drink To That which features a sample of Avril Lavigne's hit I'm With You. The song is a winner and should see Rihanna and Loud back at the top of the charts. The song is a great anthem check it out below
Kelly Rowlands new album Here I Am has leaked online. The standard edition stands at just 10 tracks, this album has been 2 years in the making after 3 flop "buzz" singles (which in our opinion are the best songs Rowland has ever done!) and a chart topping rnb track "Motivation" Check out the album for yourself below
Jessica Mauboy is getting set to re-release her second album Get Em Girls with seven brand new tracks, new artwork and a new video for her latest single Inescapable. Check out the video below
After the commercial disaster that was Echo (yet it still remains one of our favourite albums!) Leona Lewis is back with a new single and a new sound. Cashing in on the current dance trend Ms Lewis adapts it and changes it to her style and it sounds amazing! Check out the song below.
Chrysdel is an emerging artist singer/songwriter from Newcastle, NSW in Australia (about an hour and a half north of Sydney for my international peeps) and has debuted her first single called Someone Like You. This pop rock anthem is the perfect introduction to Chrysdel's amazing voice. Her voice soars over each note evoking deep emotions that the beautifully dark lyrics portray. Check out the in studio video clip below and let us know what you think. Congratulations to Chrysdel on your first single! We love it and it's our hot pick of the week!
The video we have all been waiting for is FINALLY HERE! Our favourite Australian artist Vanessa Amorosi has released the video for her amazing new single Gossip. The clip showcases Amorosi's amazing new look and we could not be more happier for Australia's top pop act! Check out the video below and let us know what you think
Lady GaGa is here in Australia at the moment and her little Aussie monsters could not be more happier. Last night she hit the Aussie chat show A Current Affair where the show was re-named in her honour A GaGa Affair and a lengthy interview and performance followed. We Aussie's can boast that ourselves and Canada where the first countries to embrace the GaGa and she has rewarded us immensely ever since. Check out the performance and interview below.
Singer/Songwriter Kirsty Akers is gearing up to release her new album Naked on July 15. The album is preceded by the re-working of the John Prine classic In Spite Of Ourselves and features Jebediah/Basement Birds singer Bob Evans. The song is the perfect blend for the two singers showcasing what true talent's they both are. Akers new album is set to explode her onto the Aussie music scene citing influences from bands like Mumford & Sons, Brandi Carlisle & Need to Breathe while mixing it up with the country style of Dolly Parton and Hank Williams. Combining these two genre's is no easy feat and Kirsty does it seamlessly. Check out the amazing song above and we will bring you more details as the album release comes closer
Thirsty Merc struck gold with the mega hit 20 Good Reasons thrusting the band into the spotlight and they haven't looked back since. The band are back with another rock hit Tommy & Krista after being released in New Zealand recently it raced to #3 on the ITunes charts and the Boogie Nights inspired video is racking up the hits on YouTube.
Thirsty Merc are extending their current Rock Ya Socks Off tour and have added an extra 29 dates across August/September. The tour starts August 24, check out the tour dates and video below.
Lady GaGa is set to arrive in Sydney on the 13th of July to the Sydney Monster Hall for a one night only concert. Admission is by invite only through various radio stations and magazines getting little Aussie monsters to send in photo's showing their monster qualities. We will have exclusive photos and videos from the event straight after the show so be sure to check back. You can watch the concert for yourself on July 29 at 6pm on GO also via Vodafone Central for Vodafone customers and Planet 3 for 3 customers.
Lady GaGa is set to his aussie shores later this year, possibly next for a rumoured extended tour similar to Pink's Funhouse tour. We can only hope and pray this happens!
After a mammoth comeback last year Monica is back with a new song Anything (To Find You) the track features Lil' Kim and Rick Ross. The song is produced by Missy Elliot and features classic Monica rnb vocals with the first decent rap from Lil Kim that we have heard since The Jump Off. Check out the winning track below thanks to The Prophet Blog
Beyonce has premiered the video for her new single Best Thing I Never Had off her now number one album 4 the video is beautifully shot and detailed showcasing just what an amazing talent B is. Check it out below
Kelly Clarkson will be pi$$ed this morning! A new song leaking online titled Let Me Down the song still sounds in it's demo stages but so far we love it! Check out the track below (thanks to The Prophet Blog for the link)
Vanessa Amorosi is back with a brand new single titled Gossip the song is produced by hit maker Linda Perry. The song is taken off her forthcoming album titled V which is set to be released in November. Amorosi has completely re-vamped her image and the promotion for this song and album have already been hitting Facebook hard. Check out the song below it is one of our favourites of the year so far!
KL is a new artist from Australia formerly from punk pop band Wohteba he is branching out on his own and is this month's cover star! The music is the Natalia Kills classic Mirrors and the lyrics and melody are his own.
Whilst we still have Mirrors on heavy rotation this new twist on the track is an example of coer stars with true talent. Check out the song below