France’s Yona Pax provides the fourth song, “Parfois J’Ai Envie De Crier”. Featuring strong vocals and a good melody, the emotion of this song comes across in Yona’s delivery, even if the listener doesn’t understand the French lyrics. This number is well chosen to build Yona’s international audience. Web Site: https://www.yonapax.fr FB: https://www.facebook.com/yona.pax Twitter: https://twitter.com/yonapax
13 year old Valerie West brings us the second track with her song “My Dreams”. A piano piece quietly begins this song which then picks up an EDM backing over Valerie’s vocals. The lyrics about wanting to break away from other’s expectations to live out one’s own dreams are relatable whether the listener is young or grown. Web Site: https://valerie-west.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/valerie.pawid.west
The fifth track on this compilation is “Stay Strong” from 13 year old singer/songwriter Madison Charnigo. Madison writes with a down to Earth viewpoint and maturity that belies her years. The music is organic folk pop and features some lovely piano playing. A quiet song with a slower tempo, the positive message heard here is encouraging for listeners of all ages. Web Site: https://www.madisoncharnigo.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/ Madison-Charnigo-293385264152415 Twitter: https://twitter.com/11MadisonMusic
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On Planet Zu’s “My Kind Of Party” is the third song. A strong backbeat begins this energetic EDM club hip hop dance number that’s infused with a shot of island dubstep. This unique blend helps the band stand out and could make this song a modern dance club hit. Web Site: https://www.onplanetzu.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/OnPlanetZu Twitter: https://twitter.com/onplanetzu
NY’s Conceptz is next with the song “Multiply”. The sparse instrumentation of this hip hop track not only helps this song stand out, it allows the well-crafted lyrics to be front and center. The strong lyrical flow sweeps the listener up in the song as the backing music accents the storytelling and doesn’t try to compete or overpower it. A memorable and original track. Web Site: http://ConceptzMusic.net FB: https://www.facebook.com/DaRealConceptz Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaRealConceptz
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