It’s the end of the new year and we are gearing up to introduce the Kings community to brand new artists. Here it is again, the top 8 emerging artist we posted a couple of weeks ago.

The Top 8 Emerging Artists

Addison Scott – I Want You Bad
The Vantage – On My Way
Strangeheart – How To Feel Right
Like Swimming – Go Buffalo
Kaylee Rutland – Into The Circle
Tommy Burr – Get Out
The Cold & Lovely – Red Eye
Cape Lion – Jennie

Nashville based singer/songwriter/producer Eric Arjes and former lead singer of Atlantic band Camera Can’t Lie, recently signed an exclusive publishing agreement with Universal Music in Nashville. More info on Eric’s creative projects at www.ericarjes.com.
Contact: Ben McLane

Buzz Track: The Optimist

Philadelphia’s electro-pop duo, City Rain is creating a buzz. The band’s first single, “The Optimist,” had its video premiere on Magnetic Magazine. The follow up single, “Join The Human Race” recently premiered its video on Artist Direct. Both singles are a part of the band’s forthcoming, full length LP entitled, Songs for a High School Dance, due out in 2014. The band has shared the stage with Capital Cities, Brick & Mortar, Lumineers, among others.
Contact: Isaac@WeAreMonsterEnt.com

Incura who we posted a while back has signed a European deal with Inside Out Music (Century Media), although the band is still available for a US label. The band is unique combining technical prog-rock with classic rock arrangements mixed with the operatic drama inspired by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Check out their videos for Get The Gun and Who You Are.
Contact: Rob.Lanni@coalitionent.com

Buzz Track: Body Say No, Heart Say Yes

Ashley Allen who we listed as a top 8 emerging artist just released her new EP ‘Body Say No, Heart Say Yes’. The EP, was co-written and co- produced by Cash Cash (All Time Low, Cobra Starship). She’s garnered favorable comparisons to Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson, Mika, Demi Lovato, and Lily Allen. As a live performer, she’s built a robust profile with dazzling performances at legendary NYC venues such as Rockwood Music Hall, Bowery Electric, and Highline Ballroom. Her video “Lets Go” has almost reached 400,000 YouTube views.
Contact: lizalee.mgmt@gmail.com