Jammerzine has an exclusive interview with the rockstar juggernaut known as Hueston, formerly of The Blancos. Musician Abe Grossman gives an exclusive interview. Also featured are video, single, and album premieres and previews from Aura Davis, Ålesund, Holy Wars, Charlie Nieland, and Robi Mitch.
Sophia Ciravolo introduces her new feature interview series with guests LAU, Janna Jamison, Yuni Wah, and Prismatics frontwoman Brooke Austen.
About Hueston
Jammerzine has an exclusive interview with the rockstar juggernaut known as Hueston. Fresh from his career as one half of The Blancos, Cory Hueston is now officially in the next evolution of his personal revolution with his new album titled ‘Orbs’.
What we get with ‘Orbs’ is a confessional of the utmost personal levels. This is the heart on his sleeve. Six beautifully individualistic tracks, each with their own personality, listed in the order they were crafted. And what that creates is a diary of healing. Musically, the individuality continues with a massive set of solid hooks and inspiration found from within. In short, Hueston has created a future classic.
And that is what we discuss in this interview. I came away from this not only liking Cory, but admiring and respecting him. He gets it. Not just about the business, but about life. This is more of a conversation than an interview and there are life lessons to be had. You will walk away from this a better person.
LINKS:
https://iamhueston.com
https://twitter.com/iamhueston
https://www.facebook.com/iamhueston
https://www.instagram.com/iamhueston
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARwY1BvXAZ4glJy2hqmZtA
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ak6WzG7TJnqL6x6CRYoxP?si=BfCmyy4FT8-bMq2nl-_Xrg
https://www.snapchat.com/add/iamhueston
https://soundcloud.com/iamhueston
About Abe Grossman
Today we have a special interview to share in the form of Abe Grossman. While today Abe is premiering his new video and single titled ‘Speed Of The Night’, we get the story behind both the music and the musician. And, in my opinion, that makes this all the more special.
Abe is a musician that has lived his music. Part autobiographical. Part therapeutic, each song is crafted from his heart, which is firmly on his sleeve. I learned from this interview as much as I loved it because it is from someone who has had the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, and shows what he learned from that and more, in the truest form an artist can convey.
LINKS:
https://www.abegrossman.com
https://www.facebook.com/abegrossmanmusic
https://www.instagram.com/abegrossmanmusic1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th8oa7hyvqc
About Aura Davis
Aura Davis has today released her new single and video titled ‘Die Alone’. A solid mix of electronica, power-beat, piano, and that original something that Aura has within her voice. Her voice is captivating on many levels. A combination o angelic and experience. Add to that a solid monster of a hook and you have her new single ‘Die Alone’. Beautifully crafted in its dark and somber overtone, the song is clearly a stylistic evolution for Aura. She will be one to watch…. and listen to.
LINKS:
https://www.auradavis.com
https://www.facebook.com/thisisauradavis
https://twitter.com/thisisauradavis
About Ålesund
Following up on the 2020 release of their second EP ‘All Hail To Your Queen’, Bristol-based atmospheric Alt-Pop quartet Ålesund return with ‘Lightning’, the first single is taken from their upcoming EP ‘A Thread In The Dark’, due for release in Spring 2021. The increasingly expansive, hauntingly cinematic track is due for release on February 26th, with the music video following soon after on March 5th.
After the untimely curtailing of their European Tour in Spring 2020 due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Ålesund traveled back to the UK feeling uncertain. Although things were going so well with a new offering and an extensive touring and festival schedule to get stuck into, the timing of the unplanned hiatus was less than ideal. Rather than take it to heart, the group’s vocalist and songwriter Alba Torriset retreated to her hometown of Hastings to try and reconnect with music in a positive way.
About Holy Wars
Holy Wars has released their new video for their rendition of Soft Cell’s classic ‘Tainted Love’. This time with the assistance of producer Nocturn. that initial listen lends to the fact that we do indeed live in darker times. This is a creatively dystopian and electronically original take on such a recognized track that it really, on some levels, becomes a Holy Wars track. This is an accomplishment because, let’s face it, re-recording ‘Tainted Love’ is a bold move because of the instant recognition. Holy Wars does it the right way with said dystopia and highlighting the strong points of themselves: Kats vocals, Nick’s musicianship, and Nocturn’s production. With that coming together you have a re-envisioning and not a simple remake.
LINKS:
https://www.holywarsmusic.com
https://www.facebook.com/HolyWarsMusic
https://holywars.bigcartel.com
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dTOWcCL0cYviin0Uz1lj4?si=g4oe1jMzQA67awHSFaBa6Q
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/holy-wars/987826411
https://instagram.com/holywarsmusic
https://twitter.com/holywarsmusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKpgMRG6ocgGYRS750lo0LA
https://www.iamkatleon.com
https://www.instagram.com/iamkatleon
https://www.facebook.com/iamkatleon
https://twitter.com/iamkatleon
https://soundcloud.com/iamkatleon
About Charlie Nieland
Charlie Nieland is set to release his new album titled ‘Divisions’ tomorrow (March 5). Charlie is an artist with a long history in the music business, and ‘Divisions’ reflects that. The songwriting is as solid as it is diverse. And, what I mean by that, is that this is not a ‘filler’ album. This is an album with 13 tracks of differential personality. Something will be relatable to the listener regardless of what kind of listener that is.
There is also enough diversity to show that these tracks could be in any order you want them to be in. That is a good thing in the age of playlists. You can construct this album to your liking. And that is what is at the heart of Charlie Nieland’s mindset as an artist. That accessibility that those talented in music can possess. If beauty is in the eye of the beholder let the music be the soundtrack to the soul.
LINKS:
https://charlienieland.com
https://www.facebook.com/CharlieNieland
https://charlienieland.bandcamp.com
https://www.instagram.com/charlienieland
https://twitter.com/CharlieNieland
https://soundcloud.com/charlienielandmusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_wz-YdpGS8roW0tPfHQNQ
https://open.spotify.com/artist/70I9duCgmppXweNM7yjPxs?si=pGfn12ppRkueL-7ePMCt0g
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/charlie-nieland/1136844408
About Robi Mitch
Robi Mitch is set to release his new album titled ‘Future Perfect’ in April. Robi definitely has an originality about him in regards to his music. That sense of pop plus personality and even a sense of humor that cuts and defines while entertaining and enlightening.
With all of that, however, you get that hook. That monster hook lends a listenability to each song. This gives each track its own personality. Think of them as children and try to pick your favorite.
LINKS:
https://www.facebook.com/robimitchmusic
https://www.instagram.com/robi_mitch
About Yuni Wah
Being young and new to the industry, Yuni Wa has definitely made his mark on the lo-fi community: he’s released around sixty projects so far, with more already in the works. In addition to discussing the concept behind his new single ‘Computer’, Yuni Wa also mentions his humble beginnings, musical inspirations, and social issues — as well as the real meaning behind his name.
In this exclusive interview, Yuni Wa also gives us a sense of what making music means to him and the message he aims to communicate through his one-of-a-kind sound.
LINKS:
https://yuniwa.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4RhG0qGKMzfWNdi4OM6obG?si=7FJ-3QVfQZuUkDK6sfl9gg
https://soundcloud.com/yunibasaruwa
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyExHhL5-wIJFPNcgCsbSPw
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/yuni-wa/983595947
https://www.instagram.com/yuniwaofficial/?hl=en
https://twitter.com/yuniwaofficial
https://www.facebook.com/yuniwaofficial/
About LAU
Introducing Jammerzine’s Exclusives via Zoom! This week, Jammerzine premiered its new exclusive interview segment with its first guest, new-wave artist, and Aztec Record Label Executive LAU.
Singer, producer and song-writer LAU brings a nostalgic yet modern feel to the new-wave, synth-pop scene. LAU just released the retro-influenced single ‘The Cards” and gives us a look into the concepts inspiring her upcoming album ‘Believer’.
LAU speaks of her cultural and musical background, her inspirations for music and synth-pop, 80’s inspired music making a comeback. LAU also provides a sense of what it’s like being a musician and business owner during the COVID pandemic.
LINKS:
https://laufares.bandcamp.com/
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lau/540629125
https://www.amazon.com/LAU/e/B001LHRPD6
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3i1ZPTMkrfR7cAHBY77Bz4?si=ZkLJs8mURbym-pT0FsmGxg
https://soundcloud.com/laufares
https://www.instagram.com/laufares
https://twitter.com/lau_fares
https://www.facebook.com/laufaresmusic/
http://www.aztecrecords.com/
https://aztecrecords.bandcamp.com/music
https://www.instagram.com/aztec_records
https://twitter.com/aztec_records
https://www.youtube.com/user/aztecrecordstv
About Prismatics
Prismatics is a Missouri-based four-piece influenced by the new wave, dream pop, and post-punk movements before them, but informed by harrowing realities of modern life around them. Earlier this year, vocalist/keyboardist Brooke Austen, guitarist/vocalist Josh Clark, bassist/vocalist Jo Bossi, and drummer Ben Stenberg were set to record the follow-up to their 2018 debut New Emotion when coronavirus took hold.
LINKS:
https://www.prismaticsofficial.com
https://prismaticsofficial.bandcamp.com
https://www.facebook.com/prismaticsofficial
https://www.instagram.com/prismaticsofficial
About Janna Jamison
Jammerzine presents an exclusive Zoom interview with Janna Jamison, an LA/Nashville-based singer-songwriter, vocalist, and multi-talented musician. She is most known for her 2020 EP entitled ‘White Guys That Play Jazz’ accompanied with her single ‘Paris’.
As a student at Belmont University School of Music, Janna Jamison shares her incredibly interesting perspective on the music scene as she explores her hometown influences and how they interact in a country/indie-rock music environment.
Initially giving off an Indie singer-songwriter vibe, Janna Jamison is hesitant to label herself: as of now, her sound is extremely experimental. By incorporating elements such as Jazz and indie rock, Janna Jamison explores and tests around with different genres, bringing something entirely unique to the table.
In this interview, Janna details her history and background in music, as well as her pop-music influences and advice to other aspiring young musicians.
Janna Jamison is releasing an upcoming EP this year called ‘Pulling My Clothes’ on all major streaming platforms. She is also premiering a music video for a song on her upcoming project called ‘Invitation to A Beheading’ which includes vintage-musical theater influences.
LINKS:
https://jannajamison.com
https://www.instagram.com/jannaj_
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3MMoxh6MHAH5EZ5KhF4yVA?si=ZXq4dnNVTCCk09X4Z7gi7g
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Jammerzine’s The Week in #Indie for 7/8/2019
Exclusive interviews with Gone Sugar Die, Bromide, The New Nostalgia, and Casper Sun plus premieres from Brocarde, Def Robot, K Michelle Dubois, Klammer, Para Lia, and The Winachi Tribe.
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Unveiled
‘Unveiled’ delves into the writing and recording process of the Beauty In Chaos album ‘Behind The Veil’. The documentary explores the decision to use an all female vocal lineup and the creative process involved with each of the artists. We also get first hand accounts from Grammy nominated producer Michael Rozon and the artists involved in the remixes.
‘Unveiled’ features insight and commentary from singers/songwriters Elena Alice Fossi (Kirlian Camera), Whitney Tai, Tish Ciravolo, Pinky Turzo (Silver Ghost Shimmer), Betsy Martin (Caterwaul, Purr Machine), and Cinthya Hussey, with remixes by Bentley Jones, Julian Shah-Tayler, Tim Palmer, Tommy Hatz, Michael Rozon, as well as those around and involved by the project.
‘Unveiled’ offers an intimate look at how Beauty In Chaos was able to create a cohesive and diverse album while also staying true to their mission statement. The album, ‘Behind The Veil’, features songs that are relevant, musically, socially, and spiritually in today’s world.
This new documentary will appeal to both musicians and music fans alike as well as open the eyes and ears of those looking for a more expansive and varied musical project.
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About Beauty In Chaos
Beauty in Chaos is the brainchild of guitarist Michael Ciravolo. The LA-based New Orleans native is also President of Schecter Guitar Research. Until launching BIC, Ciravolo was guitarist in Human Drama for 30 years and had also played live and recorded with Michael Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel since 1998.
About GABB
GABB Design is a comprehensive branding studio offering services in graphic design, branding, audio-visual production, interior & exterior design consulting, photography, cinematography, copywriting, public relation services and various new media creation.
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Jammer Direct is a multi-platform and online promotional and media company that includes video, radio, and journalist entities in the form of the brands Jammer Direct, JammerStream Radio, Jammerzine, and the TV streaming service collectively known as Jammer Direct ON DEMAND (JDOD).
LINKS:
https://beautyinchaosmusic.com
https://jammer.direct/unveiled
https://jam2.me/unveiled
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The Academy of Sun Release ‘The Parts That Need Replacing’ Video (The Week in #Indie Segment)
The Academy of Sun has just dropped their new video for the track titled ‘The Parts That Need Replacing’. As we said in our original review of the single, ‘…delivers sustenance within that creative void’. The video adds to that in the fact that the visuals are timed and beautifully representative of the music that is the single. Almost an art-house accompaniment, the video adds that visual something that lends more of a creative touch as a separate stand-alone and not so much of a bonus to the song. Music for the senses.
‘The Parts That Need Replacing’ is out now, available across online stores and streaming platforms such as Spotify. The full album ‘The Quiet Earth’ will be released in the summer of 2020 on CD, as well as digitally.
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Formed in Brighton nine years ago, The Academy of Sun is a four-piece comprised of Nick Hudson (piano, synths, Hammond organ, harmonium, vocals, percussion, synths), Kianna Blue (bass, synths), Guy Brice (guitars) and Ash Babb (drums).
Together, they present dystopian fantastic creations that combine the deeply personal and the poetically arcane. Dark yet buoyant, this is a controlled explosion of psychedelic and dark power pop with atmospheres couched in vast and expansive landscapes and cinematic arrangements.
The video for this single was directed and edited by Nick Hudson with cinematography by Samuel Horn. It features Wolfgang Storm with dinner guests Mark Walter, Gillian Rodgers and TAOS frontman Nick Hudson in what seems to be a red-brushed-culinary spread of grisly delight held in a gothic lair.
“The Parts That Need Replacing’ was written to sate my desire to ‘reconsecrate’ 16th Century Hungarian countess and noblewoman Elisabeth Bathory, whose reputed cannibalism and serial murders were most likely reputation-staining fantasies dreamed up by the church out of institutional jealousy. How could a woman possess such vast wealth and estates AND resist conformity with the church’s ways of being. Same tarring-brush as used on Jeanne D’Arc and Gilles de Rais. Usually, Bathory is immortalized in doom and black metal, so I wanted this reconsecration to take place by feeding these myths, scenarios, and allegations of bloodbaths, black magic, and eternal life into the medium of a hyper-catchy, high-energy pop song,” says Nick Hudson.
“The video, just as the song, alludes to various parts of the Elisabeth Bathory mythos – the alleged bathing in blood to replenish her youth, the cannibalism, the occult, and gnostic preoccupations, the aristocratic sensibilities, etc., whilst also ‘queering’ Bathory by having her played by the 23-year-old musician and artist Wolfgang Storm. The local butchers are getting fairly accustomed to my infrequent but memorable extra-curricular requests for off-cuts. As the song states “the best special effects are those you cannot see”… we shot it in one, fevered, orgiastic and insanely fun day. The dinner sequence was as deranged to shoot as it looks to be in the resultant video.”
Following 2017’s ‘Codex Novena’ LP, a hypnotic, doomy opus that found its way onto both Dangerous Minds and Sweeping The Nation end-of-year lists, ‘The Quiet Earth’ offers a colossal meditation on dystopia, irradiated landscapes and extreme states of human emotion. This 15-track collection of post-punk, chamber ballads and darkly prog studio epos was recorded at Church Road Studios with Paul Pascoe, whose work includes the last 2 albums by Barry Adamson (Magazine / Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds).
Nick Hudson’s musical juggernaut has been active in various incarnations since 2012, always transcending expectations. The Academy Of Sun has collaborated with Massive Attack’s Shara Nelson, members of NYC’s Kayo Dot, David Tibet of Current 93, Asva and Matthew Seligman (Bowie, Tori Amos, Morrissey). Hudson has also collaborated with Wayne Hussey of The Mission, as well as Canadian queercore icon GB Jones.
Known for explosive and psychedelic live shows, The Academy Of Sun has performed in a medieval castle in Italy, a boat on the Thames, an abandoned railway carriage in Offenbach, colossal churches, The London College of Fashion, The Old Market theatre in Brighton, the MS Stubnitz in Hamburg, Brighton Dome, and a string of L.A. shows in 2019. Having toured 3 continents, highlights include appearances with Mogwai, Toby Driver and Keith Abrams from Kayo Dot, and Timba Harris (Mr. Bungle, Amanda Palmer).
LINKS:
https://www.facebook.com/TheAcademyOfSun
https://nickhudsonindustries.bandcamp.com
https://www.twitter.com/theacademyofsun
https://www.instagram.com/The_Academy_Of_Sun
https://www.youtube.com/user/NickHudsonMusic
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5CxsNgEPz9v8iBgO52VUUd