Dan Miraldi isn’t your average singer-songwriter. His intense lyricism and musical charisma will strike your ears upon first listen. Leading into his EP release, which is out next Friday, he takes to the stage at Mercury Lounge in New York City for a more-than-memorable night. Playing alongside Jon Masters tomorrow evening (7/21), be sure to get there early as doors open at 7:30. See you at the show!

Dan Miraldi
Jon Masters
Double EP Release Show
https://www.facebook.com/events/218049378835915/
Mercury Lounge
Saturday, July 21st, 2018, 7:30PM
$10 // 21+

Tickets: https://ticketf.ly/2KuaEz5

Dan Too is on their way to becoming your favorite new band (I mean, look at the promo photo…how can they not??). Recently sharing with the world their latest masterpiece, “Isis and Osiris,” with a notable premiere via No Depression, the band allures with hypnotic sound, in-depth lyricism and catch hooks. Throughout we hear a band that is breaking new ground and creating a unique sound on their own terms. We are head over heels for the band and we hope that you will be too!

Give a listen to the single, below:

https://dantoo.bandcamp.com/track/isis-and-osiris

Connect with the band online:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dantooband/
Website: https://www.dantooband.com/

New York by way of Tampa, Florida darlings Acting Natural are bringing their rock n’ roll goodness to the stage on July 25 (next Wednesday if you have to think too hard). The group who have been garnered attention from the likes of iHeartMedia and iHeartRadio, found themselves on the Jingle Ball tour, launching them into the spotlight. After notable sets at the Hammerstein Ballroom and The Cutting Room, Acting Natural are ready for Rockwood Music Hall. Where will we see the band by the end of the year? More shows we hope! Head out to the show and grab the details below. The group take the stage at midnight for 45 minutes to knock your socks off.

Show Details:
Rockwood Music Hall – Stage 1
Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 10:30pm (doors – 45 minute Set)
196 Allen St, New York, NY 10002
Ages 21+
Listen to the band and find them on socials, below:
Music: Sound Cloud & Spotify
Social: Instagram, Facebook,  Twitter

Today, singer-songwriter Luke James Shaffer has dropped his new Volume One EP. His single “Last First Kiss” had us lovestruck in a heartbeat, and this collection of tracks is no different.

His website is hilarious and his social media is really great too (check out his GIFS on his Instagram) this from the site….

Luke exudes gentlemanly charm and earthy sophistication. His congenial easy-spirited musicality traverses alternative Americana, folk-pop, country, soul, gospel, and the intimate singer-songwriter genre. His warm and soulful singing have garnered him comparisons to Adam Levine, The Lumineers, Vance Joy, Zac Brown, and Mumford & Sons. We agree but we would also throw in some Ed Sheeran for good measure.

But back to this marvelous EP…. it leads with a track called “Siren.” Luke James has been known for feel-good music, and this track exemplifies that. That and his love for his wife, which make him all the more appealing. The acoustic strumming and soft piano in the background are the perfect attributes to Shaffer’s captivating vocals. The song is soft and sweet, something you would listen to on a long summer drive with the windows rolled down.

Our favorite off the EP is “How Sweet The Sound.” The track is very soft and pretty, and makes the listener want to close their eyes to take it all in. Shaffer’s voice is accompanied by a soft guitar for the majority of the song, and it ends with immense power.

We couldn’t be more impressed with this EP if we tried. Luke James has proven himself to be an exceptional artist with endless talent. We’re so happy for him and can’t wait to tall as many people as we can to get this EP as soon as you can and then put it on repeat.

Connect with Luke James Shaffer here:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lukejameshaffer

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukejamesshaffer

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukejamesshaffer/

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lukejamesshaffer

Tell us the story of this song, why did you choose to visualize this song specifically?

“Pieces” is inspired by the Jungian theory of the shadow self, the darker aspects of the unconscious that can become powerful, positive tools if we integrate them on the surface.

What was the inspiration behind this video (visuals, storyline, etc.)?
In Mythology, the ocean/water symbolize the unconscious, both individual and collective. The pieces (body parts) that emerge above the surface are “islands of consciousness” a.k.a. the ego. The colors in this video tie in with the energetic systems of the body, the chakras… It’s also represented in the album artwork for this EP, which was created by Cody Blazek.

What was the process of making this video?

I’m not a very visual person. I relied completely on Jazz Mills from Top Girl Productions to produce this video. Jazz pulled in the Lenz Twinz, Sloan and Felix Lenz to shoot and edit it. They are quite a team. I had complete trust in them. “Sure, I’ll be nude in my bathtub with black trash bags, glitter confetti, Crayola bath color tablets, a gallon of milk and a bunch of flowers. You name it!” I love their work and trust their vision. We’re just a bunch of indie creatives helping each other and having naked bath time fun