James Blunt, the pop singer known for his humorous tweets, has recently released a new album titled 'Who We Used To Be'. The album reflects on both the innocence of childhood and the perspective of an adult. Blunt discusses his serenity towards the past and his curiosity about the future. He mentions that the album explores different aspects of his life and experiences, and showcases his diverse songwriting style.
In an interview with Le Nouvelliste, Blunt talks about the fun that can be found in Verbier, a popular ski resort in Switzerland, both on the slopes and in the bars. He describes it as 'fantastic' and highlights the vibrant atmosphere and entertainment options available in the area.
Blunt also opens up about his regrets, including turning down a collaboration with Kanye West. He mentions that he had the opportunity to work with West but declined due to scheduling conflicts. Blunt expresses his admiration for West's talent and regrets missing out on the chance to collaborate with him.
Despite this regret, Blunt has received support from other music legends. He mentions that Paul McCartney and Elton John have been supportive of his music career. Their encouragement and recognition mean a lot to him.
Blunt also discusses his successful pub venture and his love for dance music. He mentions that he enjoys creating music that makes people want to dance and have a good time.
Looking ahead, Blunt expresses his desire to play at iconic venues like the Hollywood Bowl and return to festivals like Glastonbury. He is excited about the prospect of performing in front of large audiences and connecting with his fans through live performances.
Peace Okezie, also known as Master Peace, discusses his debut album 'How To Make A Master Peace' in an exclusive interview with Clash Magazine. He describes the album as the most honest and authentic piece of work in terms of sonics, songwriting, and hooks. Peace credits producer Matty Schwartz for saving the project and pushing him to do better. He mentions listening to seminal debut albums, such as Calvin Harris' 'I Created Disco,' for inspiration. Peace also talks about his admiration for Mike Skinner of The Streets and how he learned not to care too much about how people perceive his music. The album combines elements of indie sleaze, electro-pop, and rock music, with influences from early 2000s sounds. Peace discusses the challenges faced by musicians in 2024 and expresses gratitude for receiving funding from the BPI's Music Export Growth Scheme. 'How To Make A Master Peace' is available now.
Little Oil Drops, the project of singer-songwriter Victor Mitrani, has released their second full-length album titled 'Peace in the Wasteland'. The album combines elements of psych-folk, Americana, punk, indie rock, and Tom Waits/Captain Beefheart weirdness. The album highlight, 'Peace in the Wasteland', features a powerful vocal performance, subtle grooves, and explosive lyricism. The lyrics were inspired by the idea that peace can be achieved through destruction. Little Oil Drops describes the song as having an Afro-Cuban rhythm. The album was released on March 28, 2024, on the Fountain, Inc. Tape Label.
Tucker Wetmore, a buzzed-about newcomer in the country music scene, has recently released a new track titled 'Wind Up Missin' You'. The song, written by Wetmore, Thomas Archer, and Chris LaCorte, and produced by Justin Ebach, is a slow-strummed tune that focuses on young love. Wetmore expresses his pride in the song and describes it as capturing the feeling of young love. The song has already gained significant traction, surpassing 26 million views, 34,000 Shazams, and over 100,000 user-generated videos online. It debuted at No. 4 on the iTunes all-genre and Country charts. Wetmore's previous single, 'Wine Into Whiskey,' also achieved success, reaching No. 22 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart and No. 77 on the Hot 100. Wetmore will be hitting the road as a supporting act on Kameron Marlowe's upcoming tour. The tour kicks off on April 4 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Master Peace, a rising star in the music industry, has won the prestigious Ivor Novello Rising Star Award. He was shortlisted for the award alongside Blair Davie, Chrissi, Elmiene, and Nino SLG. The award comes after the release of his debut album, 'Making A Master Peace.' Master Peace expressed his gratitude to his supporters for believing in him and thanked them for the success of his album. The official playlist for The Ivors 2024 on Amazon Music features songs by the winners and nominees of this year's awards.
Northern Irish singer-songwriter and peace activist Tommy Sands has released a new song titled 'Is There Anyone Else Up There' as a contribution to the current conflicts. The acoustic ballad features Sands on vocals and guitar, with his daughter Moya providing harmony vocals. Sands, who was raised in Co. Down, comes from a musical family and is known for his traditional repertoire as well as his frequent addresses of peace-related concerns. Sands has previously participated in Israeli-Palestinian peace events. The song is available on YouTube [3d3ed365].
thatboykwame, an Auckland-born, Sydney-raised emerging talent of Ghanaian descent, has released a soul-stirring song titled 'nothintwosay'. The track combines elements of bedroom pop and rock with warming vocal lines. It conveys an empowering message of finding peace amidst life's challenges and reaching a point where one can let go without defense shackles rising. The introspective and rich offering showcases thatboykwame's versatility and ability to transcend cultural and geographical boundaries. The artist invites listeners to lose themselves in his vivid sonic world.
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