Author: Marie R. Harrill

Maya “Maya” Kuriel is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter from Seattle, WA, but is now based in Los Angeles, CA. She is of Korean and Israeli descent. Maya’s poppy, melodic beats and honest lyrics have garnered her tremendous traction. She has been featured in various media outlets. Her debut EP, “21 Years to Realize,” was released in May 2021 and has since accumulated over 700,000 streams. Maya’s song, “Bittersweet,” went viral on TikTok, amassing over 2.4 million views. The young songstress is well on her way to becoming a global sensation. With her single, “Don’t Pick Up,” out now, we took some…

Self-proclaimed drama queen and up and coming country music superstar, Megan Knight releases a feisty new music video for her latest single “My Drama”. The video was filmed in the heart of music city’s capital in Nashville, Tennessee. Click here to view.  “The drama stems from these hard life lessons I have faced. I think everyone can relate to low times in their lives. It’s about finding someone who can still love you above all else, no matter how hard or messy life has been or can get.” – Megan Knight After being sent straight to voicemail from a guy…

After debuting its new imprint Fly Over Records with REGGIO‘s hard-hitting big-room house track “Fantasy” last month, NFT-backed label Purple Fly now welcomes Portugal‘s top DJ Diego Miranda and British/Greek duo Mad M.A.C. to their ranks with the new single “Moonlight,” featuring Brazilian singer/songwriter Lucas Pretti. The label keeps up their diverse repertoire with this groovy progressive gem, featuring soulful vocals and a deep, driving bassline that begs for late-night soirees. It’s a welcome addition to REGGIO‘s big-room release, setting up Fly Over to be positioned as a place for festival-oriented music and beyond. Although Fly Over serves as a space for growing artists, Diego Miranda has been making scenes in his native Portugal for over a decade. “Moonlight” is truly a global creation, with Diego joining…

Protocol‘s boss Nicky Romero presents a new, party-ready sound on the new 2-track EP “See You On The Dancefloor,” for which he teamed up with Spanish artist Low Blow. The title says it all – this funky house EP is simply made for nights out at your favorite club until the sun rises. The title track kicks off this duo with a tech-house-infused beat coupled with disco-influenced melodies and catchy vocals, bringing energy that will have your feet moving from the first notes. Its partner song “Higher” goes deeper and a bit darker, coupled with instrumental synths and bouncy melodies for a late-night groover. The EP marks Low Blow‘s third appearance on Romero‘s Protocol…

Gentlemen’s Crow is the latest act to come out of the Saint Augustine, Florida scene. Comprised of band members Cameron James (Vocals and Guitar), Alex Sandlin (Lead Guitar), Zach Lightfoot (Bass Guitar) and Jacob Mayo (Drums), spawned into existence two years ago and spent their infant years developing their live performance and cutting teeth in venues across Florida.  Their debut album, ‘Apparitions‘ has just arrived on all streaming services and is one hell of an album that brings together various worlds of rock into one big melting pot. According to the band, “The songs held within are unapologetically a mix…

Portuguese superstar KURA returns to Nicky Romero‘s label with a new track, “Thinking About You” – a progressive-house gem with fresh sonic boldness made in collaboration with Russian newcomer Vedenzo. Opening with cinematic melodies, KURA quickly ups the ante by incorporating a bouncy, minimal bassline and upbeat synths. The result is a club-ready single that’s ready to tear up dancefloors worldwide. “Thinking About You” is KURA‘s second release on the label, after 2020’s debut “Rave.” He has also released on other well-known labels such as Hardwell‘s Revealed Recordings, Spinnin’ Records, Tiesto‘s Musical Freedom, Afrojack‘s Wall Recordings, and Armin van Buuren‘s Armada Music, as well as Ultra Records, and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike‘s Smash The House. Founded by Nicky Romero in 2012, Protocol Recordings is one…

Just after announcing their new album “The Body Never Lies,” Krewella sisters are giving fans an enticing teaser by dropping “I’m Just A Monster Underneath, My Darling” as the next single. The fusion of drum & bass and pop music is both emotive and hard-hitting; opening with a stunning vocal performance and haunting lyrics, Krewella up the ante by incorporating basslines that make the track uniquely club-ready. “I’m Just A Monster Underneath, My Darling” is a shining example of Krewella‘s signature style of dance-worthy and yet meaningful music that spans from heavy bass to the more pop side of the sonic spectrum. Keep an eye…

Baker Grace has a unique story that you don’t hear very often. She is a singer-songwriter in her own creative space but on top of that she has had many different opportunities throughout the years. One of those being the opportunity to write and create the soundtrack for the movie Last Survivors. “The soundtrack reflects the idea that it’s better to know the truth and live with honesty, vulnerability, and integrity, even when it hurts, than to live a lie and shelter yourself. You miss out on so much pleasure when you’re afraid to feel the pain” says Baker. Baker…

noelle is a 20-year-old emerging Pop talent with a modern R&B edge that is co-signed to Wax Records and Universal Music Canada. After graduating high school, in 2018, noelle signed with Wax Records and has spent two years developing her sound to create a modern blend of R&B, Pop, and Jazz influences. noelle’s Pop ballad repertoire harnesses the powerful contrast of the darkness she sees in the modern world. Coupling thought-provoking lyrics with melodies that will both emotionally and physically move her audience, her words remind you how it feels to experience the world and love as a teen today.…

Effy is a Colombian singer-songwriter and vocal engineer based in New York City. She spent her childhood in Los Angeles, where she blossomed her sound of Blues, Jazz, Indie, Pop, and Latin music. She’s cultivated a sound that feels like you’re floating on an ocean of bittersweet lullabies. With her single and music video, “Lost In Translation,” out now, we took some time to hear more from Effy. Read below to learn more about Effy, the story behind her single, and what’s to come. Hi Effy! Let’s start with how did you get your artist name? My schoolmates gave me…