January 25, 2020, marks the 5th anniversary of Demis Roussos' passing. His career spanned 50+ years with music varying from Folk-Pop to Rock to Schlager. Roussos could play the guitar, bass, and trumpet. He sang in three languages: Greek, English, and French. His musical career started when he joined the group The Idols. He would … Continue reading Demis Roussos: 5th Anniversary of His Passing
Month: January 2020
Brett Kissel’s Latest Album Now or Never
Canadian singer Brett Kissel has released a new album entitled Now or Never. The overall themes are love, heartbreak, and life in general. The music is Country music with a contemporary twist. I enjoyed hearing the guitar in the background, a trademark for Country songs. The overall vibe of the album is romantic and persona,l with … Continue reading Brett Kissel’s Latest Album Now or Never
Single Saturdays: Sia – Original
Australian singer Sia has a new single out released for the film Dolittle, entitled Original. It's a song that's about being yourself as well as authentic and genuine. The music is Pop with a feel of R&B. The beat is catchy, rhythmic, and flowy. It parallels to Brit Pop in terms of composition. The vibe of the sound … Continue reading Single Saturdays: Sia – Original
Single Saturdays: Céline Dion – Soul (Japanese Bonus Track)
Canadian artist Céline Dion has released a new single entitled Soul - a Japanese bonus track from the album Courage. It's a story about being human with a soul as well as living in the moment. The music is Pop with a mix of R&B/Soul. It has a slow & fast beat combination during the verses then the … Continue reading Single Saturdays: Céline Dion – Soul (Japanese Bonus Track)
First Album Fridays: Laurence St-Martin – Filles des Îles
Canadian and Québecoise singer Laurence St-Martin has released her first album entitled Filles des Îles (Girls from the Island). The themes are love and life in the village. The music is French Pop with a twist of Country. Laurence St-Martin plays the guitar wonderfully in the album, giving it an intimate and cozy feel. The beat of … Continue reading First Album Fridays: Laurence St-Martin – Filles des Îles