Get To Know: B'More

Hey guys!

I'm sure all of us know have had moments where they didn't like what was going on with the politics, the enviroment they live in or maybe even the public in general.

I've found myself feeling oh so very confused and angry because of what was going on in this world a lot of times lately.

And of course, the more you think about it, the angrier you get.
But eventually you'll realise that anger and frustration will only make things worse.

Today I'm very excited to introduce to an artist who wrote a very positive song about what the world actually needs.

Please get to know B'More!

Who are you?
My name is B'More. No, I'm not from B'More, but my last name is Baltimore.
Real name Mckenzie Baltimore Jr.
I am a singer/songwriter from the British Virgin Islands.
I graduated from Full Sail University in 2013 and spent two years in Atlanta, working with producer Will Power of Superhotbeat. I don't particularly play an instrument but I would say I have the best instrument of all, my voice.

How would you describe your music?
I would describemy sound as Caribbean R'n'B.
These days it's just R'n'B or Hip/Hop or just Country or Pop. But I have managed to fuse my caribbean roots with my soulful voice.

How and when did you get into music?
I've been singing since the age of eight at my church in the British Virgin Islands.
I started doing local talent shows, events, regional queen shows and the word got around quickly.
I used to be a back up singer for my cousin who's name is Deanna Wattley.
It wasn't until 2014 when I heard about a competition called BVI Soca Monarch and entered for the first time and won. That created a lane and my own sound for me. I was named Groovy Soca Monarch King for that year. My music started reaching all over the Carribean and now it's here to you.

Your guilty pleasure song is?
Black Eyed Peas - "The Time (Dirty Bit)" ..... (I GO CRAZZZZZY) LOL

What have you released so far?
I have released two albums: "Whispers" (gospel album) and "Inside Out" (R'n'B album).

What's coming up?
I have a mixtape and an EP coming up this Spring.


Check out B'More's latest single, "What The World Needs" below:



B'More online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Soundcloud | YouTube | Instagram

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Credits // Text & Questions: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image & Anwers: B'More

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EP Review: "The Last First One" by Neil Noa

Hey guys!

Happy New Year!
I hope you've all had a great start and are feeling well.

With today's post we're officially kicking off 2017 on house in the sand. Here's to another year of presenting some of the finest music to you!

I personally cannot wait to see how many artists we are going to discover this year. Last year we got to introduce you to some incredible artists who quickly made it onto our favourites list.

Over here, we have a feeling that 2017 is going to be filled with fantastic releases and debuts.

Today we are going to tell you more about Neil Noa's debut EP.
Yep, we're kicking it off in style!

Artist: Neil Noa
Title: The Last First One
Genre: Electronic, R'n'B, Soul
Label: Independent
Release Date: 8th December 2016

Neil Noa is a solo artist from Liverpool, England.

The first piece of music the musician has uploaded was his song "Forever Gone".
Out of 6000 entries for the Glastonbury Emerging Talent Contest, Neil Noa made it onto the shortlist with the song, which is also featured on the EP.

His debut EP "The Last First One" has already gotten Neil the support of the BBC.

Tracklist:

1) On Repeat

2) Forever Gone

3) Same Placed Heart

Opener "On Repeat" sets the scene for the EP in a very graceful manner.
The very sensual beats give the song a lot of grip but still leave room for the artist's voice in order to lead you through the track.
As the listener, you get to take a very calming vibe away from the song. The production of the instrumental is so well done, it allows you to discover all the details.
Neil Noa's soulful and enjoyable vocals alone are reason enough to listen to this release.
However, his writing skills should not be overlooked.

"Same Placed Heart" just broadens the variety of the EP.
Even though it sticks to the laid back atmosphere of the EP, it still stands out.
The relaxed and soothingly played guitar duets with the vocals and therefore creates a depth that gently dives into the world of R'n'B elements.
You can easily find yourself lost in the song, as it is enchantingly hypnoticing. Neil's voice deepens the intensity in a passionate, yet smooth way.

To sum it up: "The Last First One" is a fantastic debut EP.
It gives you a great idea of what to expect from Neil Noa, yet it still leaves you wanting more. By achieving that effect, the musician has created a brilliant way of introducing himself to the public.


You should listen to these tracks: give the entire EP a spin!





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Neil Noa online: Twitter | Facebook | Soundcloud | YouTube | Instagram





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Credits // Text: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image: Neil Noa

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Cover Of The Day: "Centuries" - Brittany Butler (Fall Out Boy)

Hey guys!

New segment allert!

"Cover Of The Day" is probably pretty self-explanatory: there are tons of cover versions of pretty much any song online.

And this segment is going to showcase the ones I stumble upon and thoroughly enjoy.

The first cover I'd like to share with you is performed by Brittany Butler, a singer/songwriter from Boston, USA.

Brittany has been uploading covers and original songs on her YouTube channel for about seven years.

Music has always been a part of her life; at the age of 9 years she met a Berklee College of Music alum who suggested that she should audition for Berklee City Music. Once young Brittany was old enough, she auditioned and was accepted to study.

A lot has happened since then and her career is nowhere close to an end. Just last year Brittany was a contestant on The Voice, her blind audition made Pharell Williams and Gwen Stefani turn their chairs. She then joined Pharell's team.

Her version of "Centuries" (originally performed by Fall Out Boy) blew me away.

 It's a lot different if you compare it to the original, an alternative-rock tune. Brittany has put her own twist on the song and converted it into a jazzy and r'n'b masterpiece. Her vocals are only supported by her guitar playing and some light backing vocals. 

The laid back vibe Brittany put on the song goes along so well with her voice, it will leave you wanting more.

Have a listen yourself!

Brittany Butler online: Website | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

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Credits // Text: Vanessa Jertschewske | Image & Video: Brittany Butler

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