Joy Sounds: Music You Need To Know

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Episode 62: Heather Youmans Nov 11, 2020

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Heather Youmans is a triple threat. You might know her simply as “The Tap Dancer” from her recent appearance on the Fox hit TV show, I Can See Your Voice. But, after grabbing the show’s attention with her tap dancing, nobody was expecting her amazing voice. A veteran of the musical theater stage, Heather has also carved a path as a singer-songwriter and bassist. During this episode, Heather shares her new single, “Shine,” a heartfelt message of self-empowerment to all women. Follow Heather @heatheryoumans

Episode 61: B. Miles Nov 04, 2020

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B. Miles isn’t one dimensional. Brenna Miles of B. Miles explores living multiple lives in her new record, In Order of Appearance, as she poetically describes the inherent tension of working a professional job by day while being on stage in a rock band by night. Set against her adopted home town of New York City, Brenna has come to embrace that she doesn’t have to lead a single life, but can lead an artist’s life as dynamic and complex as the city she lives in. During the show, B. Miles perform live versions of three songs off of In Order of Appearance - “Worst Enemy,” “Neighborhood Haircut,” and “brenna@some9to5.com.” Follow B. Miles @_b.miles

Episode 60: Shelly Peiken Oct 28, 2020

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Shelly Peiken is following her joy. After writing hits for Christina Aguilera, Meredith Brooks, Brandy and Chrissie Hynde among many others, Shelly decided it was time to record her own versions of her songs. Her new record, 2.0 etc… is a creative re-imagining of some of her most familiar songs as well as new, previously unreleased material. After hearing some of the most iconic voices sing her songs, it’s inspiring to hear Shelly in her own voice. During the show, Shelly talks about the making of 2.0 etc… and her evolving path as a songwriter. Also, Shelly performs three songs live from the Joy Sounds studio – “Bitch,” “Almost Doesn’t Count” and “What a Girl Wants.” Follow Shelly @shellypeiken

Episode 59: Monique DeBose Oct 21, 2020

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Monique DeBose wants you to #JoinTheRallyCall. The Los Angeles based artist-activist calls upon everybody to own all parts of ourselves and our history – the good and the bad – so that we can openly and honestly confront the challenges that face us as individuals, as a society, and as a country. Monique’s message and expression comes in multiple forms – as a singer, songwriter, actor, poet and playwright – making her a boundless artist that can’t be categorized. The song and video of her landmark song, “Rally Call,” is an important anthem for our time. In addition to “Rally Call,” we’ll also hear another one of Monique’s singles called “Damaged Goods.” Plus, at the conclusion of the show, we get a special preview of her new song, “More” which comes out October 23rd - you can pre-save "More" at https://moniquedebose.fanlink.to/more. Follow Monique at @iammoniquedebose

Episode 58: Brit Drozda Oct 19, 2020

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Brit Drozda wants to spark human connection. In her new, six song EP, Seashells & Stories, the Charlotte, North Carolina based songwriter weaves through the range of human experience like isolation, fear, and gratitude for friends. Brit also tells the inspiring story of how she returned to music after a hiatus by confronting her own fears to become her most authentic self. During the show, we hear three tracks from the new EP – “Avalanche,” “Seashells & Stories,” and “Spotlight.” Follow Brit @britdrozda pc: Richard Israel

Episode 57: Whitney Lusk Oct 14, 2020

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Whitney Lusk is a storyteller. The Utah based, country singer-songwriter wants her brand of country music to echo previous eras where songs told stories and moved people emotionally. Whitney also talks about adjusting as a performing artist during the pandemic by playing “drive-in” shows and being surprised that instead of applause, she was met by a chorus of horns honking! Whitney also talks about her latest release – Anthems of My Life (Acoustic) available on all platforms. During the show, Whitney provides three live performances of her songs – “Safe,” “Anthems of My Life,” and “I Got Him.” Follow Whitney @whitneyluskmusic. This episode is presented in partnership with the Durango Songwriter’s Expo – visit www.durango-songwriters-expo.com for more info.

Episode 56: Retro Champ Oct 12, 2020

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Retro Champ has confidence. St. Louis based hip hop artist, Retro Champ, has been knocked down a couple times during his life, but comes out swinging on his new EP, FYI. FYI is a breakthrough record for Retro Champ in which he writes with a new level of honesty and authenticity. You can hear his new found confidence in every track. During the show, Retro Champ shares the inspiring story of a how a high school teacher believed in his talent enough to give him the courage to confront and overcome the bullying he endured. During the show we hear three tracks from his ep FYI – “Lawd Have Mercy,” “Minute,” and “Confidence.” Follow Retro Champ @theretrochamp

Episode 55: Samantha Tieger Oct 07, 2020

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Samantha Tieger gets personal. This Nashville based singer-songwriter gets *very* personal on her self-titled debut EP that draws from her own heartbreak and breakthroughs. In addition to music, Samantha has an equal passion for languages which is evident in the lyricism that is set against atmospheric soundscapes found in the tracks on the EP. During the episode, we hear three songs from the EP – “Losing My Mind,” “Whirlwind,” and “Eyes Wide Open.” Follow Samantha @samanthatieger

Episode 54: Bright Dog Red Sep 30, 2020

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Bright Dog Red is making it up as they go. Literally. Bright Dog Red is a collective of adventurous musicians based in New York spearheaded by drummer, Joe Pignato, who perform and record all of their music through free improvisation. Although improvisation is at the center of Bright Dog Red, it’s not just jazz – you’ll also hear equal parts hip hop, electronica, psychedelia and noise influences as well. Bright Dog Red just released their new record, Somethin’ Comes Along, a 2 CD set that takes the listener on a journey through their spur-of-the-moment creativity. On today’s episode, we’ll talk to band members Joe Pignato and Eric Person, and hear three tracks off the new record: “Somethin’ Comes Along,” “Dagnabbit,” and “Sharper Than a Thumb Tack.” Follow Bright Dog Red @brightdogred pc: Zak Westbrook Films

Episode 53: Carly and Martina Sep 23, 2020

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Carly and Martina are a pop power team. At first glance, you might think they are a couple of singers with a lot of producers and industry insiders behind them calling the shots. But, you’d be wrong. Carly and Martina are completely in control of their sound and their career. Their new album, Are You Listening? was completely written, recorded, mixed and produced by the Chicago based twin sisters – all during quarantine! Their work captured the attention of Apple who featured them during the latest iMac product launch. During the show, Carly and Martina share three songs from Are You Listening including “Your Song,” “Honeymoon,” and “Future Isn’t What it Used to Be.” Follow them @carlyandmartina. This episode is presented in partnership with the Durango Songwriter’s Expo. For more information, visit www.durango-songwriters-expo.com.

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