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Nieri – Body 2 Body

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“Strong work in the POP genre and if you carefully listen, you can feel all the beauty of the melody and voice -nieri-. There are many reasons why you need to pay attention to this track, but one of them is the most important - this is high -quality work from real professionals in their field!” (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)

“Сильная работа в жанре Pop и если внимательно вслушаться, то можно ощутить всю красоту мелодии и голоса -Nieri-. Есть множество причин, почему нужно обратить внимание на этот трек, но одна из них самая главная — это качественная работа от настоящих профессионалов своего дела!”

-Nagamag.com

Dance pop artist Nieri is releasing his debut EP, Starshine.

www.thisisnieri.com/

Written and recorded between Los Angeles and Stockholm, the EP features five glossy, electronic pop tracks that offer a glimpse into Nieri’s life, struggles and aspirations.

The EP's first single, "Beautiful Music" is a club anthem that celebrates the pleasure of dancing the night away. The synth-forward "Face” sees Nieri confronted with the idea of bodily perfection, and the ethereal “In Our Eyes" explores the emotional challenge of “making it”.

While the title track “Starshine” is a personal song dedicated to his younger self, the highlight of the EP is “Body 2 Body”, a slinky track co-written with Swedish artist Ingrid Witt. Mixing elements of deep house with 90’s dance, the futuristic production makes this song a sweaty, dance party in outer space. With its euro influences and a flirty, catchy chorus, "Body 2 Body" will be stuck in your head long after you've left the club.

Nieri explains: “Body 2 Body" talks about the need to connect with people as a primal instinct - not necessarily sexually, but physical sensation as a form of closeness and community. In a world where almost everything is virtual, the dance floor is one of few places where we can let our inhibitions go. Music and dance have always been part of the human race, and this song celebrates the amazing connections that happen when we let our natural instincts guide us through rhythm and melody."

www.facebook.com/thisisnierimusic

Anne Marie Almedal Interview on Nagamag

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Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?

Anne Marie Almedal:
Dream pop, cinematic, indie, female vocal, scandinavian!


Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Anne Marie Almedal:
Former lead singer of Norwegian art-pop indie band "Velvet Belly" since the mid90's Anne Marie Almedal has beguiled listeners in her near 30 year music career. Each of her five solo albums are all landmark dream-pop releases, from "female Nick Drake" nordic noir folk-pop to the more stirring electronic comeback album "We Dance Alone". Her music has been described as "sweetness multiplied, sadness tripled, her music brings you one step closer to heaven. As fantastic as sharing the last cigarette with the one you love".


Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?

Anne Marie Almedal:
Growing up in the lonely (but beautiful) suburban, southern coast of Norway, music was an essential escape and soul food. For a melancholic teenager, the voice and songs of other dreamy female artists had a huge impact on my own journey into songwriting and vocal delivery. Liz Fraser/Cocteau Twins, and of course, who else but Kate Bush...first time round:-)


Nagamag:
What are your favourite tracks for the new album?

Anne Marie Almedal:
There are naturally so many songs on my new album that mean such a lot to me, written and produced during the best-forgotten lockdown, where we were all faced with ”dancing alone”, and of my private experience of coping with, and recovering from, breast cancer. Yes, I know it’s a cliché, but music can really give us the magic to breathe, heal, smile, in dark times, and despite the tough background behind the songs, I´m proud to say that they are thankfully like little angels, moments of light. So happy to share to all who want to listen! As far as fave tracks, right now I´d say ”Freeze The Moment”...
A song for those inner moments, walking in the forest, lost in the now. I wanted to capture something both dream-poppy and vaguely post-industrial....something healing, magical, happy/sad to cope with some pretty cold, heavy feelings. Somewhere where my lonely scandi-noir could feel equally at home in some imaginary futuristic misty factory landscapes. Nothing beats the pure joy of expressing loneliness in a warm haze of drum machines, broken synths and shoegaze guitars!
and also the track ”Runaway Turnaround”

Coming to terms with distant memories of youth, distant love affairs,.. ” Runaway Turnaround” is like a burnt-out polaroid snapshot of all my favourite mystical 80’s melancholy synth-pop moments, wrapped with the (thankfully) wiser know-how of who I am today... Again, this song went against my insticts of seeking solace in the ”folksy”, when feeling low, and rather choosing to being energized and reinvorgated by some life-enhancing, larger-than-life synth soundscapes, and some direct, honest feelings.


Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?

Anne Marie Almedal:
Edda Dell'Orso "Ennio Morricone Poesia Di Una Donna"


Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?

Anne Marie Almedal:
Cocteau Twins Heaven Or Las Vegas

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Neville – VINCENT VAN GOGH

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“An extreme flow of emotional and pure vocals, which gives the original track of amazing dynamism and diversity! Immediately realize that in front of you is a clear hit, in which a rich rhythmic pattern, major chords and a simple, but exciting text prevail! (Automatically Translated with Google Translate)

“Экстремальный поток эмоционального и чистого вокала, который придаёт оригинальному треку потрясающей динамичности и разнообразия! Сразу осознаёшь, что перед тобой явный хит, в котором преобладает насыщенный ритмический рисунок, мажорные аккорды и простой, но захватывающий текст!”

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On May 20th Neville released her second single “Vincet Van Gogh”!

She released her debut single “Buffalo” in April and has already featured on WILL K’s latest track “I don’t really care” that got support on big playlists such as ‘Future House 2022’ (221k), ‘New Dance Beats’ (123K) and ‘Dance Brandneu’ (198k).

Pop prodigy Neville is a hybrid between pop and dance, with musical influences from Upsahl, Tove Lo, Charli XCX, Ashnikko. She stands out for her powerful voice, playful toplines and her lyrics that tends to be about relationships and what you have to deal with as a woman in today’s society. Neville sound is opinionated, cocky and confident.

Sofi Tukker – Kakee

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The track is saturated with original rhythms, EDM melody and crazy wipe. Guitar solo resembles famous spy fighters, from which nostalgia covers a wave from head to head. We assure that the new work is -sofi tukker- will take first place in your personal charts!”

“Трек пропитан оригинальными ритмами, мелодией EDM и сумасшедшим вайбом. Гитарное соло напоминает известные шпионские боевики, от чего ностальгия накрывает волной с ног до головы. Уверяем, что новая работа -Sofi Tukker- займёт первое место в ваших личных чартах!”

-Nagamag.com

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SOFI TUKKER today share their exuberant new single “Kakee,” an ode to persimmons in Brazilian Portuguese full of double entendres. The playfully seductive track opens their forthcoming second album, WET TENNIS, out April 29th on Ultra. Clocking in under two minutes, “Kakee” is a thrilling oxytocin rush with a giant hook and a juggernaut beat that is like SOFI TUKKER concentrate. All of the things that made the world fall in love with the group are turned up to eleven.

The group shares, “Kakee, which means persimmon in Portuguese and in many other languages, is a song, quite literally, about persimmons. Soph had been talking about how obsessed she is with persimmons for a long time and so she and Chacal (the Brazilian poet we have made a lot of songs with) wrote a poem about them. The lyrics literally translate to “I don’t go by car or by foot. I go by persimmon…. I’m not Sophie, I’m persimmon…. The juice of the persimmon is on my nose and on my chest, so sexy.” We started it as a techno track and then with the guitar it really took a turn. No idea what genre this is. We just know that we love it. “

The “Kakee” video was filmed in Hawaii and is full of visual double entendres that correspond with the lyrics. Persimmons are squeezed until they gush and drip everywhere culminating in an ecstatic Sophie laying in a field. It was directed by Aerin Moreno with creative direction from Amber Park and styling by Johnny Wujek who were also the team on the “Original Sin” video.

“This is one of our favorite videos we’ve made. The experience being in Kualoa Park in Hawaii was… awe. Being in that environment is so inspiring, and really gives us a sense of our beautiful insignificance (lol that’s a Sophie line of course).” shares SOFI TUKKER on the making of the video, “In the first take, Tuck started clapping and that became a fun theme throughout the video. We ran through the valleys, squeezed persimmons… squeezed tennis balls filled with persimmon juice. And it climaxes with Soph quite literally climaxing, on the top of a mountain–she turns herself on by playing the guitar on the top of the mountain, with a persimmon between her legs. It’s as absurd as the lyrics of the song.“

www.instagram.com/sofitukker/

Suzanne’s Band Interview on Nagamag

Categories: Features, Interviews, Rock Features, Rock Interviews, The Latest|Tags: , , , , , |

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Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?

Suzanne's Band:
Country, Blues, Pop


Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Suzanne's Band:
Suzanne has always been involved in music in some way, shape or form such as choirs, ensembles and solo singing performances. In 2016, upon the urging of a friend, she started playing guitar and it opened the door to songwriting and public performances in a band setting. In 2017, she was moved to start her own music business Suzanne's Band with the focus of writing, producing and performing songs having a vintage sound along with heartfelt understandable lyrics; something sadly lacking in today's music environment. Listeners both young and old have been drawn in to the messages and the positive vibes. In just a few short years, she has grown an impressive fan base, a thriving You Tube channel, produced two Christmas singles, an EP, two albums and been nominated into the Grammy (Recording Academy) organization which is no small feat these days. She uses one band for recording and another band for public performances. She enjoys playing classic rock, pop and country along with her originals in her home state of Texas in the United States.


Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?

Suzanne's Band:
I remember as a toddler how much I loved to play records and sing along. Being a dancer too, my body loves to move with music.
When I retired, I wanted to do something every day that I wouldn't ever get tired of. Music was the one thing I knew was in my soul
and that I needed to bring out into the community.


Nagamag:
Do you do anything musically outside of your business?

Suzanne's Band:
Yes, I'm involved in two different groups. I play guitar or piano every Sunday with my church band. Every Monday, I'm part of an over 50 in age and also number of people that go out to all the assisted living and over 50 in age communities in our area and perform a one hour variety music show. This brings music to those who never get to go out and hear their favorite songs any more. These folks don't have radios any more or other electronics to hear music familiar to them.


Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?

Suzanne's Band:
Styx "Don't Let It End"


Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?

Suzanne's Band:
Brandi Carlisle "The Joke"

Discover & Listen to Suzanne's Band

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Andrey Ivantsov – I miss you (Video)

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“Andrei Ivantsov wrote and performed a very beautiful, romantic song, with lyrics full of love, warmth and hope. Simple, but memorable mix, gentle backing vocals and friendly atmosphere. Dedicated to all in love!”

“-Андрей Иванцов- написал и исполнил очень красивую, романтическую песню, текст в которой насыщен любовью, теплом и надеждой. Простая, но запоминающаяся аранжировка, нежный бэк-вокал и добрая атмосфера. Посвящается всем влюблённым!”

-Nagamag.com

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JVNA – Where You Are (Video)

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“Unrealistic and romantic song, with incendiary atmosphere and lyrical melody. Inspiring, energetic track with magnificent vocal part. Certain intriguing atmosphere which is felt from the beginning to the very end.”

“Нереально красивая и романтичная песня, с зажигательной атмосферой и лирической мелодией. Воодушевляющий, энергичный трек с великолепным вокалом исполнительницы. Чувствуется некая интригующая атмосфера от начала и до самого конца.”

-Nagamag.com

Where You Are, is our nagamag pick from new JVNA album “Hope In Chaos”

More details:
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LA-based artist JVNA releases her stunning debut album “Hope In Chaos,” a deeply personal and emotive body of work with a unique sonic style drawing from pop, rock, and bass elements. The twelve-track LP explores many of her life experiences, covering a range of sometimes dark elements, including the loss of her father, guilt, love, lust, sexism, and determination. The opening track “Chaos” sets an ominous tone for the first half of the album, which represents the first, most painful stages of grief. “Where You Are” sees JVNA expressing a deep longing for lost love with cinematic sonic elements, while “Ghost” showcases a future bass style. “Sins” captures the sultry and turbulent energy of lust and questionable decisions. The first half of the album closes with the interlude “Hope,” which introduces JVNA’s movement into the healing process of grief. She tries to remember the good times of a painful relationship with “At Least It Was Fun,” while the ensuing tracks all lead up to the cathartic healing process with the epilogue “Fly.” “Hope In Chaos” is a truly beautiful and meaningful musical journey that fans of multiple genres will appreciate, whether they’re going through a tough time or just looking for a track to rock out to. Be on the lookout for album-themed “Hope In Chaos Tour”, starting on February 19. Tickets are available here.

www.jvnamusic.com/tour

California-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist JVNA produces electronic music that plays at the dichotomy of light and dark, bass and melody, organic and synthetic. Raised by Taiwanese immigrants, JVNA studied classical piano from the age of 6 and started writing songs when she was 11. Her studies continued at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where she learned to score films and video games. Initially, JVNA made fun edits and remixes of her favorite anime and video game soundtracks; her take on MapleStory’s “Login Theme” caught fire on the internet, earning half a million views in 24 hours. Her 2018 song “I’m With You,” inspired by her father’s death two years earlier, dared to dive deep into an emotional world. JVNA self-directed the song’s music video. The Follow-up single “Catch Me,” released in 2019, took JVNA on a sold-out tour across the United States. Due to the pandemic, it was canceled, and JVNA returned to the studio to focus on the album’s production. She pushed herself to incorporate more live keys, piano, and organic textures. “Hope In Chaos” is a diverse collection of styles featuring JVNA’s voice like it’s never been heard before, opening up about so much more than the standard dance floor love songs.

“Hope In Chaos Tour” dates so far (more dates TBA, info and tickets here):

www.jvnamusic.com/tour

Feb 19 – The Republik – Honolulu, HI, United States

Feb 26 – Fonda Theatre – Los Angeles, CA, United States

Feb 27 – The Regency Ballroom – San Francisco, CA, United States

Mar 03 – Sessions Music Hall – Eugene, OR, United States

Mar 04 – Neumos – Seattle, WA, United States

Mar 05 – 45 East – Portland, OR, United States

Mar 12 – The Loft – Minneapolis, MN, United States

Mar 24 – Mod Club Theatre – Toronto, ON, Canada

Mar 26 – Liquid – Madison, WI, United States

Apr 02 – The Studio at Webster Hall – New York, NY, United States

Apr 08 – The Church – Denver, CO, United States

“Hope In Chaos” tracklist:

01. JVNA – Chaos (Prelude)

02. JVNA – Where You Are

03. JVNA – Ghost

04. JVNA – Breakdown

05. JVNA – Sins

06. JVNA – 18

07. JVNA – Bullseye

08. JVNA – Hope (Interlude)

09. JVNA – It Least It Was Fun

10. JVNA – Dystopia

11. JVNA – True Colors

12. JVNA – Fly

More info on JVNA:

www.facebook.com/jvnamusic/
www.instagram.com/jvna/
twitter.com/JVNA

Ay Wing – Ego (Spotify)

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“Most of us are in need of energetic music, which can lift up the mood. "Ego" is a nice example of such a sound. Future Garage style with electronic influences. It's impossible to get away from this strong beat and the mesmerizing voice of Alexandra Landtwing.”

-Nagamag.com

Ay Wing's latest release 'Ego' is a beat driven feel-good anthem that speaks to the part of oneself that is capable of rebirth, of rising above challenges, and letting go. The musicality flaunts a Hip Hop House inspired beat and dreamy hook, along with Ay Wing's inspiring lyrics - taking listeners on a journey through their own psyche.

The song also calls listeners to zoom out to the wider lense of the universe, to see themselves as a part of the bigger picture and realise that we are just one tiny fragment in the scheme of things. 'Ego' is all about perspective, the upward turn and acceptance that occurs when we rebirth ourselves and are part of the 7 stages of grief.

The upcoming EP „Cycle“ will encompass the various stages of the female cycle, while calling for solidarity and striking a balance between masculine and feminine cycles of society.

The release of „Ego“ will be accompanied by live music video, which was produced

by a team of 23 womxn at Berlin’s Oatmilk Studios earlier this year. The video will follow a couple of weeks after the song release in November 2021.

www.instagram.com/aywingmusic/

Merunisa Interview on Nagamag

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Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?

Merunisa:
Alternative R&B, R&B, Pop, Indie


Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Merunisa:
North West singer/songwriter Merunisa, takes inspiration from the likes of Kehlani, Abel (The Weeknd) and Jhene Aiko creating her own unique sound and adding twists to the alternative R&B genre. Better described as a cross genre artist, Merunisa has demonstrated her ability to own sounds outside of her 'range' like on drill infused track, 'JET' in contrast to her meloncholic vibes on 'Broken & Bruised'. Currently, performing unreleased tracks live, Merunisa is constantly appearing across the UK underground scene. Working on new music at every opportunity she gets, the singer/songwriter is patiently waiting for the right time to release the rest of her discography for the world to hear.


Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?

Merunisa:
My first connection of love to music would definitely be my love for The Lion King soundtrack. When I was a child I was obsessed with the theatric's of the vocals each character had and how much feeling they had in their voice. My love for music has grown since then as I've ventured into other avenues as I've searched for what my sound is, genres like Alternative R&B and R&B/Soul


Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?

Merunisa:
Rema "Iron Man"


Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?

Merunisa:
Kali Claire "Bad Habits"

Discover & Listen to Merunisa

Merunisa on Spotify

Merunisa's Signature Track

Merunisa on Social Media

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