Check out the track Modest Mouseketeer by Playdough.
Playdough has opened for and/or collaborated with The Black Keys, Method Man & Redman, Mos Def, Erikah Badu, Mutemath, and others…
He is also the freestyle battle champion of Dallas, TX for 2 years running and won 5 times on 97.9 The Beat’s ‘Freestyle Fridays’.
Currently seeking management/booking.
Contact: ehurt@brentwoodbenson.net
17 year old singer/song-writer Kourtney Heart just signed to Jive Records.
She has taken influence from artists like Brandy, Beyonce, Paramore, Keisha Cole, Leona Lewis, and Rihanna.
Her YouTube channel can be viewed here.
Contact: danielrfriedman@aol.com
I’m loving this song Lost Wings by Wrestling With Angels who hail from Sweden.
The video is awesome too which can be viewed here.
This indie pop band was recently picked up by Scandinavia’s biggest independent label
Cosmos Music Group and are building a good buzz in the UK.
For fans of Travis and early U2.
Contact: magnus@catapult-music.com
Bad City who was profiled on Kings signed to Atlantic Records several months ago and just signed a publishing deal with Primary Wave Music.
They will perform at House of Blues in Chicago, IL on December 11th.
Contact: Bob.DeBelina@azoffmusic.com
Unsigned The Daylights, who we profiled multiple times released a new video for
‘I Hope This Gets to You’.
The Daylights have been buzzing for a while performing at SXSW and showcasing for music labels. Maybe this will be the deal closer.
Also, this is just another example of an inexpensive video going viral. The truth is a big budget doesn’t necessarily buy creativity. Also, a viral video doesn’t guarantee a hit single. Do you remember OK Go?
Regardless, The Daylights have much stronger material than OK Go which puts them in a better position for success.
Contact: danielrfriedman@aol.com
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