What I'm Watching: "Alone Together (acoustic)" x Daley

Daley gives me life. It never fails. These cats that come out of the UK continue to impress me. I saw the same thing happening with the Berklee School phenomenon. Virtually anyone out of these two places are amaze-balls. I remember when I was first put on to Daley, and suffice it to say I can't wait until he drops a full length project. If you ever had any doubts about his talent, keep calm and listen on. Check out his acoustic version of "Alone Together" from ThisIsRnB TV below.



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What I'm Watching: Pentatonix - "Moves Like Jagger"

This is the dope stuff I love posting about. Check out the Pentatonix doing an acoustic cover of Maroon 5's "Moves Like Jagger." Enjoy! Oh, and the dude to the far left, trust me when I say, you're welcome. Ha!

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What I'm Watching: Mateo Stripped Cover Series - "5 o'clock In The Morning"

Mateo comes through with an acoustic version of T-Pain's track that featured Wiz Khalifa and Lilly Allen. Dude really made it his own. Peep it.



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What I'm Listening To: Kirby Lauryen "The Introduction"

An amazing addition was made to the world of music with the release of her much anticipated EP The Introduction. And after easily falling in love with this project, I'm already looking forward to her next release scheduled to drop in March. As said before about great artists a million times over, this talented songstress could sing the phone book and make it sound incredible.

Kirby Lauryen, you are a gem. Thank you.

Tell your mom and all of your friends that this young lady is a star. Check out her EP below.




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What I'm Watching: Bridget Kelly - "Thinking About Forever" (Acoustic Version)

No, I have absolutely not forgotten about Bridget Kelly. Yes, I am SUPER late posting her debut video "Thinking About Forever." The girl is amazing. In case you're missing out on BK's awesomeness, check out the video below. Enjoy.





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What I'm Watching: Kirby Lauryen - "That Should Be Me" (A Song A Day - 44)

A few weeks ago, I came across Kirby Lauryen and her "A Song A Day" challenge. Although I'm still getting to know her music, I can definitively say she's quickly becoming one of my favorites this year. Her voice is beautiful, mellifluous and her lyrics are raw and honest. Check out one of her latest, "That Should Be Me."

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What I'm Watching: Kirby Lauryen - "Growing On Me" (A Song A Day - 19)

I've come across some great things over the past few weeks. I've just been a little slow getting them posted. Interestingly enough, a lot of them seem to be coming out of Berklee College of Music. The talent coming out of that institution is incredible. The most recent I've stumbled upon is Kirby Lauryen. Can we say, wow?! Beautiful song. And we all know how it feels to have someone gradually become apart of your life. I look forward to hearing songs from Day 1 - 18, and I also look forward to hearing everything after Day 19. With musicianship like this, the Arts will never die.

Go ahead. Click the play button. Enjoy.




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What EMS Is Watching ... "Chasing Dreams" x @McLoughlinMusic

"No more wasting time chasing life's demise now, and I keep on dreaming."

I caught this video on Collin's fan page, and suffice it to say, absolutely beautiful. "Chasing Dreams" is a bonus track off of his upcoming EP Stark Perspective scheduled for a November 1st release on iTunes. Enjoy.




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What EMS Is Listening To ... "Free Your Mind" x Tolu

I've had this in the inbox for awhile and I just got a chance to listen. I'm definitely digging this. The message is great (this is where I'd advise checking out the lyrics) and with that being said, the words are poetic to say the least. "Free Your Mind" is definitely something you can chill out and vibe to, so check it! Enjoy.





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What EMS Is Watching ... "Best Thing I Never Had" x Tori Kelly & Todrick Hall (original by Beyonce)

I don't really know what's going on over in the Land of Covers, but the last set of songs that I have had the privilege of seeing/listening to have been exceptional. I caught this on Tumblr and I was blown away. I think Tori and Todrick have the perfect voices that blend and compliment each other so well. It's like finding the right creamer for your coffee and that warm feeling you get when you sip it down. It's performances like these that make me happy to be a blogger.

Check out the rest of Tori Kelly's YouTube links here and Todrick Hall's YouTube links here.

Enjoy.

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What EMS Is Watching ... @McLoughlinMusic - Stereo Hearts

Characteristically awesome.

Over in the TMB inbox, we received an email from Collin telling us about his latest video. "Stereo Hearts" showcases a mash up of "Lazy Songs" by Bruno Mars, "Just Can't Get Enough" by Black Eyed Peas and the feature title "Stereo Hearts" by Gym Class Heroes. Besides being a talented singer, Collin also crafted the entire arrangement and played all of the instruments in this recent addition to his repertoire.

I think what I love most about this version of "Stereo Hearts" is that you catch yourself smiling by the time you get to the end of the song. Plus, the video is simple and elegant. It lets us see a raw, talented musician without any unnecessary distractions so many of these videos have today. Again, Collin, well done.




Also, don't forget! If you want to be in the know about what Mr. McLoughlin is up to, check out his Facebook page and click 'like': facebook.com/CollinMcLoughlinMusic.

Enjoy, people!


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What EMS Is Listening To ... Ray LaMontagne - Crazy (original by Gnarls Barkley)

As you should know by now, I love throwing in those curve balls on TMB every now and then and this weekend, I'll be throwing in a few. But I'd like to start off with RayLaMontagne. I don't know if this particular audience (meaning, you avid TMB followers) have ever heard of him, but he's a super dope musician. Absolutely love the grit and passion in his voice when he sings. I caught this song he did from my home girl @KeviaValentina. LaMontagne does a cover of "Crazy" originally by Gnarls Barkley. Suffice it to say, I dig the acoustic version.

Enjoy.



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What EMS Is Watching ... @mcloughlinmusic - "Save The World Tonight"

Dear Collin McLoughlin,

If you are reading this post, I'd just like to tell you that you are extremely talented. I came across your music through my blogger-colleague, Q, re-tumbling a post from Jinesis. I am quite impressed. I always love to throw a curve ball to my audience for the simple fact of exposing them to all genres.

If I could tell my audience anything about you, I'd tell them that I particularly love your voice, and even more so the simplicity of this song. "Save The World Tonight" displays your vocal control, melodic lines and love of pure music. "Save The World Tonight" is completely stripped of all things Hollywood and as a listener, I am truly grateful for that. I especially love how your voice slightly bends the notes as you sing and the faint grittiness you bring to your songs.

I look forward to knowing you as an artist through your music and finding more projects you've done. And as a blogger, I am truly grateful for artists like you because it makes the writing all the worthwhile. This has honestly lifted my spirit. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Erica

Collin McLoughlin - Save The World Tonight from JonKilmerFilms.com on Vimeo.

Audience, enjoy.

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What EMS Is Watching ... Noisettes - "Never Forget You"

It must be something about those folks over in the U.K. I, personally, haven't come across an artist from the United Kingdom that I haven't fallen in love with. TMB posted a short article about Noisettes back in October 2010, but I'm just now getting up on them. So excuse me! #LatePass... Ha! Anyhow, thanks to fellow colleague OC for putting me on. Here is an acoustic version of Noisette's newest joint "Never Forget You" off their upcoming album Wild Young Hearts. Enjoy.



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