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Peter Nigido Interview on Nagamag

Categories: Blogwave Features, Blogwave Interviews, Features, Interviews, The Latest|Tags: alternative, Electronic, Interview, Interview (osf), Peter Nigido, Pop, Trip Pop|

Peter Nigido
Interview

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

Peter Nigido:
Alternative, Electronic, Trip Pop

Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Peter Nigido:
I first learnt to play the drums when I was in my early teens. I took an interest in hybrid playing, introducing electronic pads, looping systems and live programming set ups to my drum kit. This also encouraged my decision to study studio production. I’m currently signed to indie label Cultivator Records releasing music I produce and now sing and front my own solo works.

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

Peter Nigido:
Yes, I used to play with mums wooden spoons on a chair accompanying my brother on the acoustic guitar playing songs from U2’s Achtung Baby. Dad popped his head in and asked if I wanted to take drum lessons.

Nagamag:
Have you produced anything this year?

Peter Nigido:
Yeah, I was part of the Facebook group Live Electronic Musicians of Melbourne’s “Covers/Remix” compilation album. We were partnered up with another artist where we had to either remix or cover was her others song. I was paired with Melbourne’s Arcane Trickster and took on the song Project Sign. Arcane Trickster Remixed my song Touch. Was an awesome little project to take on. I real my liked what Arcane Trickster produced with their remix of Touch.

Nagamag:
Anything new releasing over the remainder of the year?

Peter Nigido:
Yep, I have an EP releasing on 11.12.20. It’s an Ep that features a radio edit of the single Touch, 2 B-Sides and 2 feature artists remix of 2 other songs of mine.

Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?

Peter Nigido:
Tori "Amos Spark"

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

Peter Nigido:
Pucifer "Horizons"

Discover & Listen to Peter Nigido

Peter Nigido on Spotify

Peter Nigido's Signature Track

Peter Nigido on Social Media

@peternigidomusic

@p_nigido_music

Peter Nigido's Website

www.peternigido.com

Nona – Forever Yours (Video)

Categories: Pop, The Latest, Video|Tags: Funk, Neo-Soul, Nona, Pop, Review (EN-RU)|

Nona – Forever Yours
(Video)

“When there is a bottomless abyss between the warmth of a loved one and a cheerful company of friends, the choice is obvious; do what makes your heart beat faster and harder. Nona pleased us one more time with her elegant soulful vocal performance here. ”

“Когда между теплом близкого человека и весёлой компанией друзей бездонная пропасть, выбор очевиден; делай то, что заставляет биться твоё сердце чаще и сильнее.”

-Nagamag.com

Blessed with a powerful voice reminiscent of the soul greats, Nona oozes determination and ambition. Hailing from a small town in the south of the Netherlands, she has her eyes on the stars. Her musical taste is rooted in the classics, but her love for hiphop and pop gives her a fresh sound distinctly her own.

Nona released her self-titled debut album in October 2019 and her most recent release ‘Forever Yours’ is currently making it to mainstream radio in The Netherlands. Having playlist positions at the country’s biggest radio stations, weekly live studio performances, a #4 position (and still growing!) in the Shazam charts, this song has got it all.

instagram.com/nonaofficialmusic

The Millennial Club – summer nights (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Pop, The Latest|Tags: Indie Electronic, Pop, Review (EN), The Millennial Club|

The Millennial Club – summer nights
(Spotify)

“Definitely an addictive memorable chill pop song, this is -summer nights- the 4# track of new album of The Millennial Club. A beautiful song with a gently groove and upbeat vocals which will be your new soundtrack of your rides with your best friends, the memory box of your best memories through summer. ”

-Nagamag.com

SoCal-based quartet The Millennial Club (TMC) releases ‘summer nights’, the band’s highly anticipated 6-track EP.

A recurring theme that appears in The Millennial Club’s music tends to revolve around the real-life notion of being honest, confessing your true feelings, and wearing your heart on your sleeve.

‘summer nights’ is both a reflective and dreamy romantic soundtrack that tells a series of stories about feeling overwhelming passion for a love interest and, naturally, facing the challenges that come with any relationship at all stages.

The infectious melodies and carefully crafted lyricism throughout are reflective of their journey in defining their sound as a blossoming band, their newfound perspectives on relationships, and their maturing process as human beings.

QUOTES

“Writing ‘summer nights’ felt cathartic in a lot of ways; the record as a whole feels like a release of emotions and tension within ourselves. I think for the longest time, I was obsessed with fitting into a self-described box and wanted so badly to ‘be like’ my musical inspirations, but with this record — perhaps unlike our previous releases — we really weren’t trying to be anything other than ourselves.”

“We created every track with the intention of listening to ourselves, something that is unique unto itself even within the work itself; we may have missed that the first time around. Every tune is written from personal experience, with every arrangement meticulously sorted through again and again to no avail, and every sax and vocal take done and redone (and redone again) to make sure we got it right.”

-Andres Owens

www.instagram.com/themillennialclub/

Kick Bong Interview on Nagamag

Categories: Chillout Features, Chillout Interviews, Features, Interviews, Psychill Features, Psychill Interviews, The Latest|Tags: Chill Out, Downtempo, electro, Electronica, House, Interview, Interview (osf), Kick Bong, Pop, Techno|

Kick Bong
Interview

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

Kick Bong:
It's not easy, if we stay within the codes of electronic music, I would say electronica, chillout, down tempo but also electro and techno sometimes or house and even pop, I have a lot of influences! I listened to a lot of funk, acid jazz, new wave, punk, rock.

Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Kick Bong:
In 1985 I met friends with whom we started a band and at 20 we signed an album at Barclay it was crazy! afterwards I played with a lot of groups on drums and percussion in different styles, recordings and concerts.
Well much later at the end of the 90s I discovered electronic music and I had another revelation so I started to buy equipment and at the beginning of 2000 I created Kick Bong it will be 20 years in 2021. I also have another Triptone project which is more pop, trip hop, electro with a lot of vocal features.

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

Kick Bong:
my dad listened to a lot of music and he introduced me to a lot of different artists and styles, so I started buying records very young when my mom was willing to give me some money, I started with 45rpm and albums later.
every time I listened to music I felt like I was on stage and like that every night I listened loudly and mimed the guitarist, the drummer etc ...
When I was 12, I started playing drums, it's an instrument that I already liked, I can't really explain why even though I loved playing the air guitar; )

Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?

Kick Bong:
The Cure "A strange day"

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

Kick Bong:
Trentemoller "Moan"

Discover & Listen to Kick Bong

Kick Bong on Spotify

Kick Bong's Signature Track

Kick Bong on Social Media

kickbongofficial

Evie Irie – Misfit (Video)

Categories: Pop, The Latest, Video|Tags: Commercial, Pop, Pop Rock, Review (EN), Singer Songwriter|

Evie Irie – Misfit
(Video)

“So what if you are a misfit? The different always engages reactions, yet the different does the changes. If you dont step out of the flow of a river, sea is the only truth for you. Evie Irie with her hookiest qualities and abundant vocals sings about -misfit-, a pop songs which sounds as classic allready! ”

-Nagamag.com

Today, seventeen-year-old Sydney-born singer/songwriter Evie Irie releases the official music video for her new single “Misfit” from her recent The Pessimist EP, sister EP to The Optimist EP. Watch the music video HERE.

Evie is launching her own “Official Misfit Scholarship” in partnership with Bold.org to support misfit high school students with a passion for arts and music. Evie will be involved with both the interview and selection process, check out more information HERE.
bold.org/scholarships/evie-irie-misfit-scholarship/

Evie was most recently featured on Dillon Francis’ “Be Somebody” – Listen HERE
evieirie.lnk.to/BeSomebodyPR

An Optimist by day, Pessimist by night… well more like a pessimist after 3am, Evie Irie has been hailed as “one to watch” by her peers and music blogs alike blogs. Like some sort of pop alchemist, the Australian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist turns self described “weirdness” into universal wonder within her music. By 15-years-old, her talent and drive convinced mom and dad to allow her to move to Nashville where she cut her teeth at countless open mics before winding up in Los Angeles for a short time—a journey chronicled on her 2019 debut EP, 5 Weeks In LA.

Tallying 25 million streams globally to date, she garnered widespread acclaim from the likes of Refinery29, Idolator, Notion, LADYGUNN and Atwood Magazine who christened her “one of the most promising teens of pop music today” on its “2020 Artists to Watch.” Simultaneously, she shared the stage with everyone from Sigrid to Bastille. The year to come will certainly see Evie continue to bring new light to popular music and culture.

Marie Minet – Attendre l’été (Video)

Categories: Best of 2020, Pop, The Latest, Video|Tags: Acoustic, French Lyrics, Marie Minet, Pop, Review (EN), Songwriter|

Marie Minet – Attendre l’été
(Video)

“Marie Minet with her song Attendre l’été, through a stunning minimal video clip which hypnotize you quickly and a lush of atmospheric melodic harmonic lines, a beautiful choreography with soft brilliant sound mix, and a sensual heartwarming vocal performance with a goosebumps chorus, engages us wonderful into a memorable song. A song we return back to re-listen and add in your favorite lists. ”

-Nagamag.com

FRENCH:

Une voix claire et envoutante. Des textes forts aux accents nostalgiques. Des mélodies profondes bercées d’influences cap-verdiennes et africaines. Marie Minet opère une synthèse des genres aussi sublime qu’inédite en racontant de manière crue mais poétique des histoires de vie qui font echo à sa génération.

Son premier single Attendre l’été, disponible à la fin du mois de Novembre 2020, navigue entre slam, musique du monde et références subtiles aux compositions classiques de son aïeul Edward Grieg. Une chanson qui ravive des souvenirs d’enfance, tout en interrogeant l’innocence de cette période et les désillusions de l’âge adulte. Un single qui surprend tant il bouscule les frontières entre les genres musicaux tout en nous rapellant les classiques de la chanson française.

Son premier album, qu’elle compose sur les textes de son frère Paul, est mis en musique par Jon Luz, prodige discret de la musique du monde ayant composé pour Cesária Evora et bien d’autres. Il est attendu pour le printemps 2021.

www.facebook.com/marieminetmusic

ENG:

A clear and mesmerising voice. Powerful lyrics with nostalgic touches. Deep melodies soften by Cape Verdean influences. This is what makes Marie Minet’s mixing of genres is as sublime as it is innovative. In her raw but poetic way, she tells life stories that echo her generation.

Her first single, “Attendre l’Été,” available in November 2020, navigates between French chanson, spoken word, World Music, and subtle references to the classical compositions of her ancestor Edward Grieg. It’s a song that revives childhood memories while questioning the innocence of youth and the disillusionment of adulthood.

Her first album, “Clair Obscur”, is filled with profound lyrics from her brother Paul. She composed the music in collaboration with Jon Luz, a master of Cape Verdean music who composed for Césaria Évora, bringing a Lusafone accent to the French chanteuse. He also produced the album, which is expected to be released in spring 2021.

www.instagram.com/marieminetmusic

Rumour – Make Love (Video)

Categories: Pop, The Latest, Video|Tags: Commercial, Contemporary R&B, Pop, Review (EN), Rumour|

Rumour – Make Love
(Video)

“-Rumour- with their new single -Make Love- under SpacedOut Studios Entertainment imprint easily could be a pop reference in terms of production and layering arrangement. A song with a wide elegant vocal performance and upbeat vibes.”

-Nagamag.com

For singer and songwriter Rumour, the inspiration to pursue music originated when he won his first singing competition at 17.

Growing up in Waldorf, Maryland his dad taught him to play the guitar at a young age. His love of music led him to teach himself producing and sound engineering, all while composing his own lyrics. He’s spent years making music in a multitude of genres and performing with many local artists, with each experience contributing more to his voice and passion as an artist.

Modeling his music off the creative tones of The Weeknd and The Chainsmokers, Rumour adds his own elements of ambient vocals and EDM to produce his unique spin on current Pop and R&B.

instagram.com/rumourt7

Hellove – I Got You (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Pop, The Latest|Tags: . Mark Vickness, Commercial, Electro Pop, Pop, Review (EN)|

Hellove – I Got You
(Spotify)

“Hellove and Gloria Kim with their new single -I Got You- push us into an ocean of dreamy heartwarming until build up into a rich groove, with the right harmonic assets and solid production, been a memorable song it calls you to put on repeat listen!”

-Nagamag.com

Born out of a collaboration between Korean-American singer (Gloria Kim), a Swedish Eurovision performer (Victor Crone) and an Estonian producer (Hellove), the songs talks about the feeling when the right person comes along and you don't have to do anything to keep them interested for the simple fact that you'll be enough.

hellovemusic.ee/

Hellove combines electronic music with introspective chords and a touch of cinematic to create a story driven journey that helps the listener experience a new perspective and learn about their inner self.

Inspired by the likes of San Holo, Odesza, Shallou, Illenium and Kasbo, he likes to use natural instruments, catchy licks and tribal elements when producing his pieces to create an open-wide, powerful feel with a dreamy modern sound.

www.instagram.com/hellovemusic/

Sam Miller Interview on Nagamag

Categories: Features, Interviews, Neoclassical Features, Neoclassical Interviews, The Latest|Tags: Folk, Interview, Interview (osf), Neoclassical, Pop, Sam Miller|

Sam Miller
Interview

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

Sam Miller:
Chamber folk-pop for most of my music with words and Neo-Classical for my instrumental works.

Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?

Sam Miller:
I've been a sideman in rock bands for years and during the COVID lockdown I started recording classical music, which is my current direction. I play bass, guitar and piano.

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

Sam Miller:
I re-discovered my love of music when I started playing piano after college. During that time I was also immersed in a song-writing community, which had a great effect on my creative sensibilities.

Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?

Sam Miller:
Hyri "Work of the Devil"

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

Sam Miller:
Laura & Anton "Castles in the Air"

Discover & Listen to Sam Miller

Sam Miller on Spotify

Sam Miller's Signature Track

Sam Miller on Social Media

sammillertheartist

sammillermusic

sammiller

Sam Miller's Website

sammillermusician.com

Haven’t We All Been – Mandy McMillan {Official Music Video} (Video)

Categories: Pop, The Latest, Video|Tags: Country, Mandy McMillan, Pop, Review (EN), Songwriter|

Haven’t We All Been – Mandy McMillan {Official Music Video}
(Video)

“With a carefully craft in the mix/production level and fine sound assets of drums and guitar lines, Mandy McMillan levels up this blend with her heartwarming and profoundly impactful lyrics into an elegant song.”

-Nagamag.com

Canadian country-pop artist Mandy McMillan has released her emotional new single, “Haven’t We All Been” – which is now available on all digital platforms.

Co-written by McMillan and Chris Roberts, “Haven’t We All Been” was produced in Nashville by Simon Gugala. It was influenced primarily by the styles and sounds of Sheryl Crow, Tom Petty, and John Mayer to create a song that intersects between alt-country and classic rock but is fueled by cathartic energy.

“The inspiration for this song came from my own path to self-love during a very trying time in my life. Creating ‘Haven’t We All Been’ was a healing exercise that helped to keep me grounded. It taught me to not be ashamed of any situation I have been in. Instead, I can transform the pain into a means of learning, growing, and – ultimately – living,” says McMillan.

“Reflective hopefulness” is how McMillan describes the lasting impact of the song that she wants her listeners to feel from it.

McMillan says, “I want people know that it is okay to be real and be open about their vulnerability. Every experience becomes a story, and these unique stories and struggles that make us who we are. The greatest gift that we can offer is to share our stories and find a connection – not through our common adversities, but from the helping others to find light through the darkness. With this song, I want to share understanding and compassion for others on a hopeful path to better days.”

The Edmonton-born McMillan’s own journey sent her from the small town of Stony Plain, Alberta to Nashville after she won a Country Music Television Canada Contest in 2008. High points like opening for Trisha Yearwood and Blake Shelton, releasing her 2014 self-titled EP, and making the Top 10 of ole’s “Play for Publisher” have been mixed with lower points of personal struggles and self-reflection. McMillan has ultimately made peace with herself through self-love, spirituality, trust in the universe, and let it shine through with a diverse offering of new music for others to form their own connections with.

“Haven’t We All Been” follows McMillan’s summer release, “Dream Catcher”, and is the newest single to be released from her upcoming album – also called “Dream Catcher” – due in 2021.

She will support “Haven’t We All Been” with a music video in November and a special alliance with Be Free Yoga – a Spruce Grove, Alberta foundation that emphasizes yoga and meditation as a means of healing for those faced with mental health challenges.

“Haven’t We All Been” is available now on all streaming platforms.

www.mandymcmillan.com/

HAVEN’T WE ALL BEEN (LYRICS)

Haven’t we all been
Drinking in the same bars
And haven’t we all been
Hiding the same old scars

We’re singing the same songs
About love gone wrong
Getting by getting high
Letting go of yesterday

Haven’t we all been here at least a time or two
Wiping away these tears we’re drinking away our blues
Falling in love and breaking up
Over and over again
Haven’t we all been

I’ve got a friend who
Is getting married next week
And i got another one getting alimony

I’ve had a heartbreak
Pulled close then pushed away
I’ve learned to fly i’ve learned ro cry
Aren’t we all doing the same dang thing

Haven’t we all been here at least a time or two
Wiping away these tears we’re drinking away our blues
Falling in love and breaking up
Over and over again
Haven’t we all been

A little lost along the way
A little up a little down
A little scared to leave the same small towns
A little whiskey kills the pain

But in the end we’re all ok
Tomorrows another day but for now

Haven’t we all been here at least a time or two
Wiping away these tears we’re drinking away our blues
Falling in love and breaking up
Over and over again
Haven’t we all been
Haven’t we all been

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