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Month: May 2016

The 8 Artists You Need to Know in 2016

May 30, 2016July 28, 2016 Shane DuttaNew Artists

Some musical artists can catch your attention immediately. There’s something there—the voice, the writing, and/or the production—that speaks to you on a deeper level. There are hundreds of musical artists that put out new music every[…]

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Ariana Grande Drops Her “Focus” for “Dangerous Woman”

May 23, 2016November 17, 2016 Shane DuttaIndustry

Ariana Grande took the charts by storm last Friday when she released her third full-length album, “Dangerous Woman.” The dark, seductive LP hit the number one spot on iTunes in 67 countries and is in[…]

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“Wherever I Go” I Find Magic: 5 Platinum Hits Written By One Republic Frontman, Ryan Tedder

May 16, 2016March 18, 2017 Shane DuttaIndustry

  “Wherever I Go” by One Republic was released last Friday and is Ryan Tedder’s latest contribution to pop music. Clocking in at just under 3 minutes, the song outlines a search for love, featuring[…]

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Rihanna’s Go-to Collaborator is About to be Your Next Favorite Artist

May 11, 2016July 17, 2016 Shane DuttaIndustry

Twenty-year old artist and songwriter Bibi Bourelly released her first single, “Riot,” on Soundcloud in spring of 2015.  Featuring lyrics such as “You gon’ see the fire in my eyes… I’m fighting for my life,” “Riot” served as[…]

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Music Monday: Justin Timberlake Returns with a Smash and Two Newcomers Make Their Debuts

May 9, 2016July 17, 2016 Shane DuttaMusic Monday

Happy Music Monday! Last week saw new releases from your favorite artists like Ariana Grande, Mike Posner, Fifth Harmony, Alicia Keys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Radiohead, and Meghan Trainor. Let’s take a look at the[…]

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Songwriting Signatures: 3 Hidden Voices in Your Favorite Tracks

May 6, 2016July 17, 2016 Shane DuttaIndustry

Sia (pictured) brought more light to the secretive nature of pop songwriting. Professional songwriters often remain shrouded in mystery. We always see the singer of a hit pop song or album—on the cover, on stage performing it,[…]

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Margaret’s “Cool Me Down” is on Fire

May 2, 2016July 17, 2016 Shane DuttaIndustry

  If the name “Margaret” conjures up an image of an old lady who lives with two cats and spends her days knitting, be prepared to be shocked and thoroughly entertained. Polish singer-songwriter Margaret has[…]

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