January 2022

FacebookMikey Dam features in a new Rory Noble song.Mikey Dam is expecting a great year, despite the pandemic. The South Taranaki-born musician, who now lives in Auckland, is optimistic. His friend and fellow musician Rory Noble has…

Erin Eades in December. // Photo by Ron Lamendola Local singer-songwriter Erin Eades uses his art to capture the ebb and flow of an ever-changing internal turmoil. She finds that pushing honest and private subject matter in public art…

Think of your favorite song. Chances are it's a showtune and more and more likely it was written by one of these composers. Who are the best musical composers? There are plenty to choose from, but here's a rundown…

THERE are some big changes coming in February that could impact your bank balance. From interest rate hikes to rising energy bills, there are important dates for your diary next month. 1There are several key financial changes coming in…

Breadcrumb Links News Local News Local RCMP officer and musician, Stirling John, was named one of Volkswagen's “Volksgiving” winners for his contributions to the community. Photo by Greg Harder. Content of…

A second music icon has cut ties with Spotify to protest the platform's continued production of Joe Rogan's controversial podcast.Joni Mitchell has backed Neil Young in his boycott of Spotify after the streaming service refused to stop…

"Overdraft fees are deeply unpopular with consumers, and consumers now have more choice," says Leigh Phillips, CEO of fintech nonprofit SaverLife and chairman of the Consumer Advisory Board of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.…

Singer-songwriter Selina Boland says the inspiration for her new album - and her stage name - is a poem she wrote when she was just eight years old. Boland, who performs as an electronic musician under the name "Chalk," told CBC Radio AM…

At the heart of Equifax's goal is to help people live their best financial lives. That's why we're constantly innovating our solutions to promote greater financial inclusion and empower consumers to take…

Ricky Beavers is a self-proclaimed walking, talking jukebox; in his words, he is "blessed by voice, not by sight". Beavers, a 57-year-old singer-songwriter living in Bowling Green, first picked up the guitar around age 12, despite being…

Lucy Rowan Mann, whose Walter W. Naumburg Foundation guidance and influential awards helped propel a string of great classical music careers for 50 years, died Jan. 16 at her Manhattan home. She was 100 years old.The cause was Covid-19,…

With compelling songwriting and outstanding literature released over the course of a few years, rising artist Elle Vance is rising through the ranks and ready to break into the industry. Elle Vance is an incredibly talented musician and…

Following misinformation about COVID-19 that The Joe Rogan Experience podcast released on Spotify, musician Neil Young gave the audio streaming app an ultimatum to choose between his music or the mentioned podcast. Besides Neil…

"As we move forward into 2022, we appear to be entering another phase for the sector, as we leave behind the low rates that have dominated the market for so long." Data shows that the mortgage market…

IAt the end of March 1948, the King Cole Trio released their second 78 rpm single of the year. Already well known for crossover pop hits such as (I Love You) for Sentimental Reasons, the trio were taking a flier on something different for…

Photo credit: Humphrey Muleba"No" holds a lot of power.By saying no, you are setting boundaries, showing that you know what you want, and saying yes to something else. All at the same time.But sometimes, as an independent musician,…

google started the week with another complaint. This time it's a group of German publishers and advertisers calling on the European Union (EU) to halt the search giant's plan to end the use of third-party cookies, The Financial Times Dworn…

Video version of this article https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWOcPcKQaEA Photo/Video: Tove Lo Who is Tove Lo? Just weekends before the world shut down due to the COVID -19 pandemic, I had the absolute pleasure of spending a Friday night…

MUSICIAN Amy Papiransky turned to Rabbie Burns for inspiration for a topical release.Amy PapiranskiThe former BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Tear finalist released "As I was a wand'ring" for Burns Night.To celebrate the release -!-->…

The TOUGH financial times caused by the pandemic are pushing consumers to the limit. Chargebacks and overdue credit card balances are on the rise again. Faced with layoffs and tough economic times, many people are turning to their…

When the 64th Annual Grammy Awards are presented late on April 3, Dernst Emile II (better known as D'Mile) could become the first songwriter in Grammy Awards history to win Song of Year Two. years in a row. The musician, who turns 37 on…

Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer Philip Lawrence and his fashion designer wife, Urbana Chappa Lawrence, bid farewell to West End Avenue, after launching their glass-fronted apartment on New York's thoroughfare on the!-- >!-- >…

Once the loan is accepted by the credit company, the amount is immediately credited to your account. Online payday loans are received simply and in a timely manner. Online payday loans are a…

James Mtume, the Grammy-winning percussionist/pianist, songwriter and activist whose jazz and R&B music was every bit as empowering as his long stint as a feisty newscast radio host, died Jan. 9 at his home of South Orange, NJ He…

news, local news, Acclaimed Australian blues guitarist and songwriter Ash Grunwald is set to touch down in Bathurst later this month for a set of sweet melodies designed to push his sound in a new direction. Grunwald will appear in…

Milwaukee, Wisconsin- The pandemic has created an environment of uncertainty and financial need, especially for people in Wisconsin who have lost their jobs and suffered pay cuts/reductions. As things slowly return to normal,…

Hundreds of young people gathered for five days to listen to Giovanni Bietti, in the main square, where the declaration of independence of Cartagena de India was proclaimed. Bietti, a tall, thin Italian, has dedicated his life to talking…

An American comedian, songwriter and TV star is set to appear in Worcestershire for another showpiece. Rich Hall has been booked for a return to Evesham as part of his 'Hoedown Deluxe' tour. The…

Grammy-winning country singer/songwriter Travis Tritt has joined "Tucker Carlson Today" on Fox Nation to discuss his journey to becoming a professional musician, vaccination mandates, and the impact of COVID-19 regulations on his touring…

Customers who have fallen victim to unaffordable payday loans only have days to ensure they get cash back before their lender goes into administration. Cash compensation is sent to thousands of customers who have taken out loans from!-->…

'Storyline' has been a creative outlet for Tkaia Green as she writes about personal experiences that can relate to a lot of people. PRESS RELEASEGREEN TKAIA*************************Local Barrie artist and songwriter Tkaia Green is…

Exclusive: Tracy Prees, 47, was £10,000 in debt at her worst two years ago after taking out overdrafts, credit cards and loans – but she has since turned her life aroundTracy Prees shared her debt journey (Image: Tracy Prees)A single mum!-->…

Neil Young on Neil Young: interviews and encountersBy Arthur LizeChicago Press Review "Serious, intense, with hooded blue-gray eyes that always seem capable of pinning you to the wall, Neil Young looks like a man who has forged an uneasy…

Multi-talented singer-songwriter and rapper Yonni looks set to chart a new path in the music industry as she sets to release another single Yonni might just be the next big act in the music scene, as the multi-faceted entertainer…

RECOVERING money can give your finances a welcome boost and there are several compensation schemes you can get money from. Banks and payday lenders are among the companies paying out claims and it could be worth thousands of pounds.…

Breadcrumb Links Winnipeg News Manitoba Juno award-winning Manitoba musician and songwriter Vince Fontaine died suddenly at the age of 60 on Tuesday. Photo via Twitter /Winnipeg Sun Content of the…

Unfortunately, it is not difficult to find yourself in financial difficulty. Sometimes turning around just means getting help with budgeting or restructuring payments. Other times, however, additional help is needed.…

Even if you don't know Joan Osborne's name, chances are you've heard "One of Us." On a chart of the most popular songs of 1995, this track would surely be near the top. However, Osborne is far from a "single marvel". Blessed with…

Beloved UK-based singer, songwriter and guitarist John Smith is excited to announce his upcoming tour of the US in support of his latest album The Fray, released in March 2021.“A lot of these songs are about accepting that life is tough,…

Ipass Loans is a website dedicated to reducing the time and frustration of getting a short term loan, even if the borrower has bad credit references. The website contains links to a range of lenders who work with borrowers who may have…

James Mtume, the Philadelphia R&B, jazz and funk musician who performed with Miles Davis, wrote and produced songs for Roberta Flack, Donny Hathaway and Stephanie Mills, and is best known for the 1983 hit "Juicy Fruit "sampled by…

Marilyn Bergman, the songwriting giant known for her work in film, television and theater, has died aged 93. She died at her home in Los Angels on Saturday morning (January 8) with her husband Alan Bergman and daughter Julie Bergman by her…

Beth Malcolm PIC: Graeme RogersIn April, when singer-songwriter and pianist Beth Malcolm filmed herself performing her award-winning composition Leavin 'Loch Leven for the Scotsman Sessions, she worried about the lockdown restrictions and…

A LOCAL FOCUS: Soren Staff said the Singer Songwriter Soiree is an event to show how talented local musicians are in the Eau Claire region. (Photo from themcouleeboys.com) “Too often things like these turn into old boys' clubs,” Soren…

Bob Pegg, center, with Lilias Noble, left, and Gina O'Brien.The winners of a 2021 writing competition read their work at a recent Book Week Scotland event.Held at the Glen Mhor Hotel in Inverness and on Zoom, attendees of the HighlandLIT!-->…

Suga is one of BTS's award-winning rappers and songwriters, often sharing solo music under the stage name Agust D. With BTS sometimes branching out to release music from other genres, it makes sense that Suga would have made his…

BYU student Mak Harris prepares to appear on stage at The Boardwalk Concert Hall in Orem, Utah. Harris is a Provo-based singer, songwriter, and producer. (Derek Joseph)BYU student Mak Harris enjoys embodying connection and relativity…

Scottish musician Tom Walker took a behind-the-scenes look at his musical duo with Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton. The Leave A Light On singer-songwriter performed with Kate for the Royal Carols: Together At Christmas service!-->…

Pianist Yuja Wang performs with the Louisville Orchestra in Friday and Saturday concerts at Whitney Hall to premiere a new "Piano Concerto" composed by Teddy Abrams. It's the 14th composition Abrams has created for the…

Paul Durney with his award certificate By Brian Byrne KILCULLEN-born musician Paul Durney aka Saoirse Mhór won the Best Song of the Year award at the 39th German Rock & Pop Awards. Saoirse works as a professional singer-songwriter!-->…

When we wrote about aspiring composer Taylor Fagins last year, it filled us with inspiration and sadness. Fagins' story, as you can see HERE (and below), is filled with great waves of love and, sadly, hate. But Fagins has…

Maxim Emelyanychev and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra PIC: Chris ChristodoulouWill 2022 be the year classical music sees the light of day after nearly two years of tinkering and fixing? The signs were good before Omicron showed its ugly…