(April 16, 2020) Gainesville, Florida-based outfit The Savants of Soul has made a bold impact on the live circuit over the past decade with its riveting brand of authentic soul. On “Son Be Strong,” the first single from the group’s self-titled upcoming third album, lead vocalist Justin McKenzie relays the words of a father imposing strict notions of masculinity at the expense of emotional well-being.
PITTSFIELD — Singer-songwriter Billy Keane can’t wait to hear an audience sing the chorus of his new single, “Never Give Up (Quarantine Demo),” with him.
He knows that won’t be anytime soon, but in the meantime, he’s hoping the song, which he wrote in response to the COVID-19 quarantine, will bring peace, joy and comfort to those who listen to it.
“At a time when everything else we’re hearing is not so great, I want to put a positive message out there,” said Keane, of The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow, during an interview with The Eagle. “There are just so many news sources out there, so many peep holes into society through social media, that can have a negative effect on people’s mentalities. This song refers to my belief that we can do this, that we will get through this.” READ MORE…
Jade Shipman used to be in several Bay Area rock bands, though never as the main songwriter. But after going through a difficult period involving a divorce and the loss of several people she loved, she funneled her emotions into songwriting – and now, as the leader of Little Shrine (featuring guitarist Tony Schoenberg, violinist Ryan Avery, drummer Andrew Griffin, and keyboardist Garrett Warshaw) she’s returned with a sophomore album that showcases those heartfelt songs.
It’s a new sound from the Minneapolis indie hip-hop label and collective, Doomtree. Veteran producers Lazerbeak (Doomtree’s CEO and co-founder) and ICETEP have formed a fresh new project: Night Stone. READ MORE…
Americana Highways presents this premiere of Billy Keane’s song “Never Give Up,” which was written, produced and recorded by Billy Keane; mixed and mastered by Alex Saltz of APS Mastering. “Never Give Up” is Jackson Whalan on electronic drums, Miles Lally on bass, and Billy Keane on vocals, guitars, and everything else.
Big, bold heartbeat bass drums launch this song up into the atmosphere of hope. The sound is as rich and glorious as the intention of Billy Keane’s songwriting. READ MORE…
