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“I Scream” feat. Doobie and Mamarudegyal MTHC is the sixth track which is an album highlight that would appeal to the masses as Hope and Mamarudegyal MTHC’s synergy is hypotonic, sensual and pure. The seventh track, “Life Givers”, is an ode to Hope’s familial lineage as lyrics such as “Protect Your Women” stand out and are a beautiful ode to unity. “Fuck That” is the eighth track which is a lyrical message of assurance from Hope in which he stands tall in all of the highs and lows which have shaped him into the man that he is today. The ninth and title track, “Red Man”, begins with a historical speech speaking out the candid history of Hope’s lineage as he shares with the world his pride of being a part of Indian culture. “Think About It” is the tenth track that slows it down into a brutally honest and candid round of songwriting in which Hope reflects about all that he has gone through and how learning to think for yourself is one of the most important aspects of making it anywhere in life. The eleventh track, “IDPNG”, stands for ‘I Don’t Play No Games’ and addresses the hardening of Hope’s heart as he attempts to dial down to the basics and life, breathe and love for his family. Closing out with “Stand Up”, Hope empowers listeners with a message which reminds them to stand for what they believe in and feel no matter what opposition that they encounter.
Florida Rapper, RuudAwakening, sets his inner intention to make music for listeners to be able to listen through to dive deeper into themselves. In celebration of the November 13th drop of ‘CATHARSIS’, here’s our track-by-track thoughts.
Kicking off with the first track, “Magic”, RuudAwakening opens with a haunting instrumental that blasts into profound songwriting as Ruud spits about knowing that his freedom is worth every single risk that he is willing to take to ensure that both him and his family experience a life full of everything and anything that they desire. The second track, “Ice”, takes listeners through the crevices of RuudAwakening as he tells it exactly how he feels and lets the world know that what he currently cares about is adding ice to his wrist and around his neck to remind himself that he has what he takes to make it in the bright lights. “Paradise” is the third track that slows it down into an R&B style that ties in a Jamaican twist that showcases a cultural flare that will put RuudAwakening away from the pact of what’s common these days in Hip-Hop. The fourth track, “Freedom”, lyrically twists and turn through mass societies sprawled out perceptions of freedom as RuudAwakening sheds light on what his thoughts are on all of them from the outside looking in. “Binks” is the fifth track that instantly mimics the likes of Ab Soul back in his ‘Control System’ days as RuudAwakening showcases his writing skills as bar after bar listeners are led into a place of awe.
The sixth track, “Runway”, takes listeners deeper into RuudAwakening’s heart as he lyrically attempts to attract the apple of his eye and reminds her that she will always be the one no matter what trials and tribulations that they experience. “LMR” is the seventh track that takes listeners down the road of inner suffocation as RuudAwakening shows all of the ways that religion can stifle as the chorus screams that he is ready to move past the belief systems that he was brought into and only held him back throughout his youth. The eighth track, “Fallen From Grace”, candidly speaks about the gradual humbling that comes through tough life experiences that have left RuudAwakening simultaneously hardened and awakened. “The Worst” is the ninth track that twists it up to take listeners into the guts of RuudAwakening as he doesn’t feel the need to pull the curtains on his darkness and lets his dark side unleash without any remorse. Closing out with “Thank U 4 Sharing”, RuudAwakening mimics Chance The Rapper as he reminds listeners and his fans that he is grateful for each and every one of them that have joined him along his journey.
If you’re a fan of fellow musicians such as The Underachievers, Joey Bada$$ and Ab Soul then keep an eye on the promising ride ahead for RuudAwakening on SoundCloud.
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Los Angeles Songstress, May Devun, strips down to the soul for a bare-bones version of musical beauty emitted throughout her highly-charged new single, “Say the Words”. Beginning with a dash of class through instrumentals which highlight the piano, May Devun lyrically pleads for another to open up their chest and finally say the words that they have been hiding within throughout “Say the Words” which showcases her ability to write music about her inner life beyond the surface. Sensuality pours forward with ease as May stands embodied in a place of grace as she showcases that it is her time to receive rather than continue to be the giver as “Say the Words” can serve as a relational ode for listeners to reaching beyond ones previous experiences to expect more in the future.
Having found her inner voice to shed light on the comfort that she has built deep within herself, May Devun is a soulful artist that is abounding with wisdom and passion that ignites fires within the hearts of listeners. If you’re a fan of fellow musicians such as Christina Aguilera, Alicia Keys and Mary J. Blige then keep an eye on the ride ahead for May Devun on SoundCloud.
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Formed in 1990, Los Angeles Rock band, Tool, brought their virtual Rock reality to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit for a packed show abounding with metaphorical riches and spiritual jewels.
The three-time Grammy Award winners who are passionately revered by fans worldwide have incorporated an evasive, secretive and unmitigatingly cryptic aura reflecting abysmal depth within each and every one of their lyrically and visually hypnotic concepts. The band created an edge throughout the release of their first full-length studio album, ‘Undertow’, in 1993 on Zoo Entertainment which was dropped in the midst of the era of grunge shelling out apathetic lyrics over distorted guitars. Traveling to date to celebrate the release of their latest full-length album, ‘Fear Inoculum’, it is evident that through their live set, intricate drums, powerful bass tones and hauntingly furious vocals, listeners dive into an explosive journey full of agony and melancholia that articulates the inner workings of a human being traversing tortuous and spiritually enlightening paths at dizzying speeds. Throughout the live show, Tool strung together a perfect frenzy of musical bliss playing tracks such as “The Pot”, “Forty Six & 2”, “Parabola”, “Jambi”, and “Vicarious” which kept concertgoers at Little Caesars Arena in a naturally sedative trance.
Abounding with the cold-hard facts and brass tacks, listeners are sent down an entrancing expedition through insane shred solos and lyrical extremes within Tool’s latest release, ‘Fear Inoculum’, which sends listeners down a virtuosic, maniacal and addictive mind confronting the power of denial tendencies and irrational rationalizations that sweep through our nation. The immaculately curated musical exploration of consciousness pushes the envelope of what Maynard perceives that he knows while reminding listeners to live in the now and accept their fate as mortal human beings. The lyrical level truly parallels the instrumental state of euphoria delivered through a lengthy and explosive blend of personal power and personal confrontation that leads listeners toward belief within themselves beyond the self-conceived interpretations of power from oppressive forces stifling their abilities and sense of tranquility. ‘Fear Inoculum’ serves as a healthy retreat away from the bullshit that floods the lives of the deprived and inauthentic values of society.
Tool’s live performances defy all conventions. Singer, Maynard James Keenan, has been known to face away from the audience to psychologically influence fans to pay keener attention to their screens full of psychedelic and internally enriching visuals that serve as Maynard’s reflection of his personal journey while residing comfortably in the shadows. Abounding with light shows and varied stage settings by revered artist and long-time art partner, Alex Grey, Tool’s live performances attest to the emotive power of their music and artistry.
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Tool’s discography and musical entity betrays commercial ambitions while influencing listeners to dive deeper into their personal emotional crescendos and the neurotic workings of the mind. Tool is one of the few existing acts today that send a message through their music and inherent eccentricity that stands the test of time while being full of unvarnished truth and dignity. Grab your tickets HERE for the remainder of Tool’s 2019 Tour while you still can.
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Interview: Icon For Hire
Ever-blooming Rockers, Icon For Hire, are bringing their passion forward through their electric stage energy and synergy that captures the hearts and spirits of their fans worldwide. I caught up with Ariel to discuss the importance of remaining close with her family, protecting your own wellbeing, becoming more in tune through sustainable living, the release of “Hollow” and much more.
Congrats on the release of your new single, “Hollow”‘. Tell us about the message that you intended to portray throughout the new track.
Thanks, it’s been so rewarding hearing everyone’s feedback and take on the song. We wrote this as a social commentary on mental health, how vulnerability culture has changed what and how we share-and how that impacts people’s struggles. It’s awesome that people are talking about their pain, but at what point does that become unhelpful, and how is this affecting the people who need help the most? These are some of the questions we’re asking inside the track.
Though a broad question, what have you learned about yourself and what skills have you developed through working in the music industry.
Ariel – I have learned to be much more resilient, to not let my own value rise and fall based on what the band is doing. I have to have my own back, and get my validation from the inside, rather than seeking it from our audience. I think that is how I stay sane; I don’t reference our social statistics or what people are saying about us as a measure of “how I’m doing”, I have to protect my own well being.
On a lighter note, I’ve also learned how to apply an entire face of makeup in a dark moving vehicle without a mirror, so there’s that!
Showcasing the human in you, what is a challenging thought that you recently had and were able to overcome over time?
A challenging thought I find myself having pretty regularly is “This is too hard.” Sometimes I wish I had a normal job, could leave work at an office, and then come home to make dinner and not be obsessing about all the unfinished tasks on my to-do list. The work-life balance in this field is pretty nonexistent…but that’s also sort of of the point, right? I want my life to be my work, the intention was always to be myself for a living, and I am so grateful that is the case. So I am usually able to comfort myself with that-we all have to pick our pain, and this is the pain I’m choosing. And the good always outweighs the struggles.
What is your perception on the digital world that we live in and social media culture?
I am fairly certain we couldn’t have a career without it. Being an independent band, we live and die by our fans, and without social media and digital streaming, we couldn’t reach them.
That said, I think we’d all be better off if we could take breaks from it-a few hours a day, or maybe a full day a week. It’s that compulsion to check our phones and get that dopamine hit that freaks me out. The comparison culture is real. I discipline myself to only be on one social platform, and use a 3rd party app to post to the others. I also make it a habit of trying to notice if I walk away from a social platform feeling worse than when I started scrolling. If so, I unfollow whatever was making me feel that way, and have more discipline next time to not search that hashtag or whatever it was that triggered the feeling.
No career path or amount of followers negates the fact that you are a human being that has feelings. Tell us about some parts of you beyond being a musician that you take pride in.
I am proud of my relationship with my family. I live far from them, but we still have awesome phone conversations. I am also becoming really into sustainable living, trying to reduce single use items like paper towels, plastic razors, plastic bags. We moved recently and I donated a lot of crap-and I have more peace in my life and home because of it. I could see myself slowly becoming more minimalist as time goes on….we’ll see!
I will say that I don’t feel like I hide my human side from our audience. There’s not really a “musician me” and a “regular me”. For my own sanity, it all has to be the same, authentically just me showing up, without trying to project an alter image. So I regularly share my insecurities and things I’m wondering about, through my book, the music, as well as on socials.
As you are exposed to tons of stimulus, how do you proactively take care of your mental and emotional health when you’re out on the road?
When you figure that one out, please let me know! I really do ration my energy on the road; I won’t talk very much during the day, and then sort of come alive at night during the meet and greets and the show. Anyone who’s toured with us knows I like to keep to myself on the bus-I wear headphones so I can ignore people without seeming rude, which I know sounds awful! I like to close the bathroom door or even just the bunk curtain and have my introverted time. Whenever I have the chance, I leave the venue and head to a local coffee shop, again with headphones, and I usually recharge by journaling.
You have toured with a wide variety of musicians over the past years and have played at some major festivals. Tell us some words of wisdom that you collected along the way.
The biggest one is probably “enjoy the journey”, as cliche as that is. It’s really easy to only see one moment in your career as a stepping stone to the next one-“If we do well at this festival, maybe we’ll get invited to play that festival.” That’s no way to live.
Something we learned through being Warped Tour, after the fact, was just how important it is to make relationships with other bands. The entire summer we were either on stage or at the merch table, doing signings, taking photos, selling t-shirts. By the time the evening barbecue started, we were usually way too worn out to come hang. That was a regret. It would have been healthy to add that element of fun, plus it would have been nice to get to know some of the other bands a little bit better. If we had a chance to do it over, we would make it a point to connect with our fellow friends in the scene.
Last but certainly not least, any closing messages for your fans?
Today, I feel like telling our fans to just stay in their own lane and try to love their crazy beautiful selves. If you don’t fit in with what society expects of you, maybe that’s because you’re actually a total badass and aren’t ever going to fit the norm. If you feel trapped in your tiny town, maybe thats because you were made for something way more exciting. If you feel awkwardly small inside your own life, it’s probably because you have a big, beautiful life waiting for you to start living it.
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Indie Folk Singer, Resurrection Fern, is staying as consistent as they come as she continues to spread her wings throughout her artistry with her new single, “Siren”. Beginning with pure instrumental serenity with a rush of water that sets the tone to come, Resurrection Fern swims into the hearts of listeners with ease as she softly plays her guitar that is abounding with peacefulness and tranquility. Creating a songwriting touch that dials down to the basics which showcases her ability to see beyond the surface, Resurrection Fern contemplates if engaging in a relation that has caused her immense pain is right for her life at this point as she waxes and wanes with the highs and lows and contemplates while remaining deeply present. “Maybe a storm is what it takes to make me free” is a lyric that stands out throughout “Siren” as Resurrection Fern internally pleads to stay away from the source of all of her pain which has led her to be in a lower vibration that she desires to be within.
Resurrection Fern has been sharing her bright light on her ever-growing Twitch channel for years in which hundreds of dedicated fans tune in to watch her live over mesmerizing musical performances. Creating a source of intimacy that has led to a deepened connection with her fans, Resurrection Fern is maximizing all of the modern-day sources in which expression leads to the ability to embody what you’re destined to. If you’re a fan of fellow musicians such as Ingrid Michaelson, Regina Spektor and Colbie Caillat, then keep an eye on the ride ahead for Resurrection Fern on Youtube.
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Canadian Multitalented Musician, Michelle Creber, extends her talents throughout a variety of niches that she has spent her life dedicated to which includes singing, acting and more. Shining bright throughout her latest full-length release, ‘On Display’, here’s our track-by-track thoughts.
Kicking off with the first track, “Kings and Queens”, Michelle strums into the hearts of listeners with her bold Pop touch and mesmerizing voice which mimics the likes of Mandy Moore as lyrics that speak of stepping into your power as a King or a Queen showcase maturity and depth. “On Display” is the second and title track which slows it down with an intro piano and bare and near acoustic flow of elegance as Michelle showcases her vocal prowess that is a highlight of her artistry. The third track, “It’s Gonna Turn Around”, pulls at the soul of listeners who had to undergo a tough period of life to overcome as a stronger embodiment of strength as Michelle lyrically speaks of her confidence toward turning her entire life around. “Haunted House” is the fourth track in which Michelle dials down her vocals into a spooky outpouring that mimics the lyrical trajectory speaking of a relationship that has morphed into a haunted space that triggers yet no longer feels like home. The fifth track, “Colorblind”, begins with a longer instrumental that leads into Michelle lyrically reminiscing on the days of her youth in which growing up in a smaller town taught her not to judge others as she carries out her strong morals into her adulthood.
“Superhero” is the sixth track that carries out a seductive intro touch that lyrically leads into Michelle speaking about learning to be and become the superhero of your own life. The seventh track, “Princess”, instantly mimics the likes of Taylor Swift as Michelle lyrically speaks of the girl of everyone’s dreams who lives a life that everyone dies to be a part of. “Half is Full” is the eighth track that slows it down into an metaphorical lyrical ode into recognition of an individuals choice of perspective as Michelle commonly chooses the perspective of seeing the light in moments of dark. The ninth track, “Still Young”, is a fun ode to an individuals spirit at any age as Michelle reminds her listeners that age is nothing but a number and stepping into your best moments of life comes with the release of tying an age to what’s possible. “Unexpected” is the tenth track that slows it down into Michelle speaking of an uncanny connection with the natural world that mimics the love that she feels for another. The eleventh track, “One For All” featuring Natalie Sharp is an album highlight that lyrically ties in contemplation as an individual forgets the gift of choice within their lives and Michelle reminds them that they can overcome the temporary moments that feel like loss of hope. “Lottery” is the twelfth track that ties in putting a coin into a slot machine for a fun intro instrumental that leads into a Dance/Electronic track which showcases Michelle’s ability to dabble into any and every genre. Closing out with “Another Song”, Michelle attempts to put together the right words for exactly how she feels in a saturated world of songwriting yet subliminally proves that her ability stands out from the pact.
If you’re a fan of fellow musicians such as Mandy Moore, Taylor Swift and Michelle Branch then keep an eye on the promising ride ahead for Michelle Creber on Soundcloud.
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Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joined Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer and fellow public figures and business owners to announce the astounding New $300 Million U-M Education Center in the heart of Detroit. The world-class site will be comprised of a $300 Million, 190,000 square-foot research and education center slated to serve up to 1,000 graduate and senior-level undergraduate students pursing advanced degrees in a range of high-tech innovation disciplines including mobility, artificial intelligence, data science, entrepreneurship, sustainability, cybersecurity, financial technology and more.
“This Announcement represents an incredible commitment to Detroit by Stephen Ross, Mark Schlissel and Dan Gilbert that will allow us to develop, attract, and retain world-class talent” said Mayor Mike Duggan
“I spent my childhood and many of my young adult years living and working in Detroit and have long wanted to find a way to have a real impact on my hometown”, said Stephen Ross, Philanthropist, Founder and Chairman of Related Companies. “The University of Michigan helped spark my entrepreneurial spirit and nurtured curiosity for all aspects of innovation, leading me to not only become a founder, but an incubator and investor in a variety of technologies and businesses. The idea of the new Center reflects the shared commitment of Dan, myself, the city, the county, the state and University of Michigan to create a transformative center for innovation that will help fuel the city’s next chapter of growth. The center has the potential to not only attract new businesses to Detroit, but the school and its graduates will generate new ideas, new companies and new opportunities for the community, the city and the region”
The academy center will give faculty and students the opportunity to engage in interesting innovative research across a number of technology-based fields and be designed with faculty input. This development gives purposes to not only surrounding community members, but also provides an opportunity for Detroit to move the world and become one of the most prominent tech cities in the world. For more information on the development, visit DetroitCenterForInnovation.com.
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Tennis and Entrepreneurial Sensation, Serena Williams, served up a message of hope, perseverance and motivation as the feature speaker at The Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit. Speaking about the launch of her latest clothing brand, Serena, and how important it is to build partnerships with trust, Serena’s bold presence was felt by every single member of the packed Masonic Theatre in Detroit.
Serena Williams is one of the most sought-after public figures in the world and one of the richest self-made females and athletes ever. If there is a journey of a human being that provides inspiration, it’s Serena’s powerful movement and force that comes with a sheer and bold presence that is abounding with a soulful essence.
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Migos Superstar, Quavo, came through Detroit with a profound message about his entrepreneurial journey at The Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit. Giving credit to his brothers who have come together to be the biggest and most sought-after Hip-Hop Group in the world, Migos, Quavo mentioned the importance of keeping both trust and equity in the family. Reminding all of the entrepreneurs in the crowd of the importance of staying true to themselves in the process, Quavo sat tall and delivered an honest review of his highs and lows which have led him to being one of the highest ticket-tag when it comes to branding, partnerships and more.
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