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The Open Music Wire blog is where our editorial team posts music reviews on new music releases that are available in the Open Music Library. Each song contains a Creative Commons license, providing Free Download Offers legally approved by artists, labels and rightsholders. Each blog post allows you to play and download the featured song(s) from the provided widget.

Phoenix Juggernaut Rising

Posted on 08-Jun-10 15:58
Music Genre: Urban/Rhythmic | Soul

Song Writer and Producer veteran Bryan Cogshell digitally released his first album titled “The Truth According To the Cat” in 2000, which generated 28,000+ units on MP3.com. More recently, Bryan turned recording artist Phoenix Juggernaut for the release of his second album titled “Hustle for Love”, set to release this summer of 2010. The album contains an eclectic blend of soulful treats that already gained support from Music Choice, programming track titles “Head First”, “Jack Tyes”, and “Would It Be Cool” in their R&B / Soul channel. Even though Phoenix Juggernaut brings a traditional R&B sound to the plate, songs like “Jack Tyes”, “Warlock Spell” and “Will It Work?” leans more on an underground vibe with original lyrics that need to be reckoned with. To add more of a twist, track title “Love Will Never Let Me Down” establishes more of a mainstream sound, with an island influence for the summer. Enjoy!


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You Make It Easy

Posted on 28-May-10 17:21
Music Genre: Pop | Rock

In late summer 2009, U.K. band Two Spot Gobi travelled to Jason Mraz's San Diego home studio to record for several months with Niko Bolas (Neil Young, Sting, My Morning Jacket). After building enthusiastic and loyal support on the West Coast following a handful of California shows, they returned with their second studio album The Sun Will Rise, set for release in late 2010.

Two Spot Gobi's sunshine sound is perfect for the summer as the band releases their new single You Make It Easy this coming June 14th on IRL-MusiK1. The single highlights irresistibly acoustic and upbeat vibes that garner a myriad of eclectic influences from alternative rock, blues, jazz and ska, drawing comparisons with The Police, Jack Johnson, Elbow, Nick Drake and the energy of Jamiroquai.


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Turn On The Sex Light !

Posted on 13-May-10 08:28
Music Genre: Pop | Dance

Already being supported in the Miami dance music scene, single track title “Sex Light” by Marcc Gregory begins to move forth worldwide. Having serious radio potential as its predecessors, “Sex Light” will be going for adds this end of May. Marcc’s history has already reached success in performing with and/or opening for platinum selling artists such as Busta Rhymes, Ja Rule, Justin Timberlake, Method Man and Nelly, and now with a European Club Tour in the works, Marcc Gregory will soon be shinning on stage once again.


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A Fresh Blend of Electroniclecticity

Posted on 08-Feb-10 17:37
Music Genre: Electro | Indie | Pop

To quote Jay Cunning, “Minuit will do what The Crystal Method and Nubreed did for their countries …. Put New Zealand firmly on the dance scenes map.” So as I read Jay sliding in this positive note, I must agree that Minuit has something that the crossover electronica ears should be listening too. The blend is like drinking red grapefruit, kiwi and raspberry, with your choice of liquor of course … quit exotic, yet balanced for the eclectic head. Though track title “I’m Still Dancing” recently appeared on Grey’s Anatomy (Feb. 4, 2010), we have chosen radio single “Wayho” for the free download offer. Programmers must take notice, in case you have slept.


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‘Blame It’ Gets Unwrapped

Posted on 04-Feb-10 02:43

Music Genre: Jazz | R&B

Santa Monica, CA based label Hidden Beach Recordings has created yet another successful record for the Unwrapped series titled under ‘Unwrapped Vol.6 – Give The Drummer Some” that reached the #1 spot within the contemporary jazz radio format back in November. But this is no elevator music, as Hidden Beach brought drummer extraordinaire Tony Royster Jr. on board (who recently toured with Jay-Z) to bring the beat, and the heat. Under v6, #1 chart topper “Blame It” performed by Jamie Foxx feat. T-Pain has been officially Unwrapped for all to download. This has got to be the best ‘Blame It’ remixes for crossover pop/urban/jazz radio programmers made available to date.


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Monday Work Anthem

Posted on 25-Jan-10 15:22

Music Genre: Hip-Hop

If you ever had a “No More Monday” moment going back to work, then we have the anthem for you, especially for radio programming consideration. We’re talking about the lyrical brilliance of C.H.A.Z.Z., who has an entire album based on “Cubicle Muzik”, which is the title of his new release, specifically battling our work trials and tribulations. However, the only gospel here is real lyrical work ethics, ready to be witnessed. Take it for a spin, download it for free, and let us know what you think.


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Driving Through The Galaxy… Next Stop, Denver!

Posted on 07-Nov-09 09:06
Music Genre: Dance/Pop | Hip-Hop

OK, so music heads may not have heard much of anything coming out of Denver, let alone the entire state of Colorado. So here we go. Let’s study one track that caught my attention titled “Supernova Car” teamed up by Kajmir Royale and Maxine. Tight production, cool lyrics, great female vocals and a hint of emceeing by one of Denver’s best up and coming artists, slash writer, slash producer. I mean, this Kajmir cat, from 2002 to 2009, actually began writing over 3,000 songs as well as a rhyme dictionary with over 300,000 words (WTF?). His lyrics has some obvious potency in this track, as well as a handful of other tracks that hip-hop fans should check out, on top of Kajmir Beats. Enjoy!


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Let’s Get Lost With Jason Mraz

Posted on 04-Sep-09 11:45

Music Genre: Alternative-Soul

Jason Mraz came on stage with Two Spot Gobi at Brighton Concorde 2 a few years back for the performance of track title “Let’s Get Lost”, which happened to be recorded live. So who’s Two Spot Gobi? They have been supporting Mraz in select markets along his European tour, plus all three Greek Theater venues in Cali, as well as being invited to perform at Leeza Gibbons Oscar Night After Party this past February. The band is truly emerging, on stage as well as online. They also just got done recording at Mraz’ home studio for their sophomore record with super producer Niko Bolas (Fiona Apple, Herbie Hancock, John Mayer, Neil Young, Norah Jones, etc).

So, how did the band get linked up with Mraz … that’s another story. But what I will say is that Mraz got on the mic to sing along with the band and spit a freestyle at the end of “Let’s Get Lost”, where you can now check out and download. It’s a must have for both Mraz and Two Spot fans.

 


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The Element of Lost Angeles

Posted on 18-Aug-09 15:54

Music Genre:Hip-Hop

The L.A. hip-hop scene always has its ups and downs from what I recall, especially after the loss of Unity event promoter Bigga B who passed away in May of 1999, leaving behind a legacy that could not be copied. Flooded with candy rappers, it’s refreshing to hear tunes coming from cats who understand the roots and cross-over music that has inspired real hip-hop to this day. Take Element of Custom Made for example who’s a conscious emcee that took flight into a solo mix tape project titled “Great Expectations”. This project contains a multitude of styles where Element shows off his skills, prepping for his new release “Long Story Short” in 2010. The track we chose here is a clean version of “I’m Sorry” that consciously speaks on the disrespect towards woman. The soulful track is also available as a dirty version upon request. Enjoy!


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Hip-Hop in 3D

Posted on 15-Jun-09 00:59

Music Genre: Hip-Hop

Clever lyricist Shaun Boothe from Toronto, Canada has been blessed with the pen, creating not just Hip-Hop in 3D (a slogan he carries when speaking about his delivery), but also lyrical biographies. Yup! Imagine hearing, and watching the biographies of such legends and leaders as in Bob Marley, Jimi Henrix, MLK and Muhammad Ali with a lyrical approach. Well, MC slash producer Shaun Boothe brings this interest to the stage. You can check out these Unauthorized Biographies here.

But let’s jump on his single titled “Music Man”, which features Amanda Diva. This track caught my attention in a couple of ways; for one, its definitely radio-ready for OMW affiliates, and secondly, Shaun keeps the true hip-hop native tongue alive with his sharp flows. All hip-hop supporting affiliates should give it a listen.

 


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