Joe Galaxy has an infectious genre bending sound that shows influences of pop, rock, techno and hip-hop, and was recently signed by music impresario Renegade Foxxx. In addition to his music, Joe has also conquered the modeling world and is an accomplished actor having appeared in several commercials and TV shows. Much like Renegade, Galaxy is also very passionate about charity work, sponsoring and supporting, Hogar de Ninas Madre Albertina, a girl’s orphanage in Nicaragua. We had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Galaxy about his upcoming album, charity work, style, and much more.
This season Diet Pepsi partnered with new CFDA inductee Christian Cota to design a capsule collection inspired by the brand’s imagery throughout the years.
Tramar Dillard AKA Flo Rida has the unique distinction of being one of the very few artists to have a triple-platinum debut single. “Low” from Flo’s first album “Mail on Sunday” took off like a rocket spawning 2 remixes as well as the record for longest running number 1 single of 2008. An international sensation it comes as no surprise to find various adaptations of the catchy tune performed by amateurs on YouTube. Surprisingly enough most covers are performed with an acoustic guitar giving the hit a “Country Western” twang.
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When I first heard Bilal’s Soul Sista on the radio in 2001, I did not know he was the same voice I had heard singing on Common’s song The 6th Sense just a year prior. His style was a throw back to a soul sound I had remembered of the early 80s at the same time blending it with a futuristic sound.
“Live your dreams out and all the benefits will follow
I’m just an example of a sample what someone can do
When they put their mind to it and forget what they’ve been through”
~Will Roush, from Live It Up
I have interviewed many young rising artists, who through their passion for their artistry and determination in the music business have inspired me in my own professional and personal life. Will Roush is another artist I can add to that list.
My iPod is over flowing with new music and just in time as I begin to plan my New Year’s Eve playlist. No matter how big or small the party is, the playlist has to keep the party going way past the ball dropping in Times Square. If you are searching for a party starter aside from your typical Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga, or even Justin Bieber, you must add JRandall to that list. His song Ooh La La featuring Akon, is sure to get people heading to the dance floor and celebrating the joy of the coming New Year.
CMJ is all about what’s indie and fresh. It’s also not just about music and movies, but also underground fashion trends popping up as bands and artists from all over the world invades New York City.
You never know what to expect at CMJ. There are over thousands of bands and solo artists from all types of genres performing, how do you pick? How about just seeing a band that has it all: the edge of Rock, the swagger of Hip Hop, and the fun of Pop? Down With Webster is not your average band! If you haven’t heard of them now, don’t worry, this Canadian band is slowly invading the United States.
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