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Emma Charleston hits me in one of my sweet spots with her single “Falling” that she is sharing with ComicPop’s listeners. Emma has a nice clean strong voice that shines with this singles acoustical folk/pop style. This reminds me of something back in the day that John Denver would sing. This is a great way to have a first single. I can’t wait to see if Emma continues down the folk/pop genre or if she will change up, but for my .02 Cents worth this genre she would shine in and I look forward to her next release. Here’s Emma Charleston’s “Falling” through SoundCloud – Richard
Cado is sharing his latest single “Say Sumthin”. This single takes on a more lyrical vibe that spoken vibe. As with any type of music rap has it’s different styles that artists use. Most people are used to the spoken rap, but Cado is using the rhythm of the instrumentals to do what I call a lyrical rap, where the vocalist is doing a style that is midway between a spoken rap and just pure singing a single. The voice is clear and works well with this lyrical style and is a nice change of pace. You can check out Cado’s “Say Sumthin” on spotity ( Say Sumth ) or right here through SoundCloud – Richard:
This episode allows Richard to visit with a like-minded individual, Jarrod Roll. Jarrod discusses how he developed his Star Wars Toy Exhibit and how libraries or museums can contact him about displaying their exhibit at their facility. Join the ComicPop Crew as they have a fun visit with Jarrod Roll the owner and curator of Star Wars: The Nostalgia Awakens Vintage Toy Exhibit – 1978 to 1985.
Music clips:
“Strangers Like Me”, Tarzan Soundtrack, Phil Collins, Walt Disney Records, 1999.
“One Call Away”, Nine Track Mind, Charlie Puth, Artist Partner Group, 2016.
Nozart, lead by composer/pianist/producer Noah Kellman, is sharing their single “Puppet” with our listeners. “Puppet” will be one that our alternative rock and I believe our steampunk rock listeners will get into with ease. I myself love the instrumentals and would love to have Nozart do a pure instrumental song, the opening is just right up my alley. However, I realize that an instrumental piece is probably the most daunting of releases. However, Nozart is definitely playing to their fan base and genre. The vocals stay just above the instruments so listeners can enjoy the lyrics, but if this is going to be their style they’ll have to watch that they don’t let the instrumentals overpower the vocals. For me this hits a genre I enjoy and I think it will for others as well. Here’s Nozart’s “Puppet” through SoundCloud – Richard:
Trapdoor Social is sharing with our listeners their latest single “Never Stop Listening”. Music and politics have been intertwined since I can remember. With the single “Never Stop Listening” the band is adding their voice to a cause they want to draw awareness. The single itself can be listened to and be referenced in a completely different way. It is with the music video for the single that draws attention to the Dakota Access Pipeline, by using images from the camp. The single itself is a very well done soft rock ballad that is enjoyable. Here’s Trapdoor Social’s “Never Stop Listening” music video through their YouTube channel. If you want to catch them live I have some of the upcoming dates listed – Richard:
We enter the dark and treacherous would of espionage. It’s not always pretty and you don’t know who you can trust as friend or foe. Join the ComicPop Crew as we discuss Ed Brubaker and Steve Epting’s graphic novel Velvet Vol. 1: Before the Living End.
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Item reviewed:
Velvet Vol. 1: Before The Living End, Ed Brubaker – writer, Steve Epting – artist, Elizabeth Breitweiser – colorist, Chris Eliopoulos – letters, Image Comics, 2014. ISBN: 978-1607069645, $9.99,
Vacances is sharing with the ComicPop listeners his single “Human”. Vacances has with this single has that 1980’s style synth/pop going. When he first came in with the lyrics my mind went straight to a similar sound as Human League. Like most of these types of songs his voice is blending in with the instrumentals. This is a fine line that Vacances will have to watch. With “Human” he stays at the appropriate level of being right above the instrumentals. But with his softer voice he will have to watch the power of the instrumentals so they don’t over take his voice. Like I said though with “Human” it is working. So check out Vacances’ “Human” through SoundCloud – Richard:
Jetty Rae is sharing with our listeners her single “Take Me to the Mountain”. Jetty is playing with two different styles of music with this single. I definitely hear a country blend with the instrumentals, but they are slowed down and her singing the lyrics is dragged out like you would hear in a psychedelic single. This might be a little bit of a challenge for new listeners, but for individuals that enjoy the psychedelic feel will get into this single. For me liking more upbeat songs, this is a mood piece for me and when they mood hits it fits. Here’s Jetty Rae’s “Take Me to the Mountain” through SoundCloud – Richard:
Logan, Jonathon, and Richard are still at Starbase Studios. This time we run into Ray Tesi, the Director of Starship Republic, a Star Trek fan film production. We have a short visit with Ray catching up with him and his production. We here at ComicPop have been fortunate to visit with several new and old friends alike. Thanks to Ray and all of them for joining us for some fun and their patience as we put the visits up for all to enjoy.
Music Drops Used:
“Movin’ Right Along”, Kermit and Fozzie, The Muppet Movie SoundTrack, Atlantic Records, 1979.
Aria Wunderland is sharing her single “Coup D’etat” with our listeners. I know that this is a politically charged single, but I’m not going to dwell on that aspect except to say that it doesn’t matter who has the reigns of authority they should always be questioned and have checks and balances. With that “Coup D’etat” has an unsettling rhythm to it that I believe Aria was going for to have the listener have a sense of unease. The vocals themselves are sometimes lost within the music with her singing at a level that is right at the same level as each other. Here’s Aria Wunderland’s single “Coup D’etat” through SoundCloud – Richard:
