Nashville, TN (September 14, 2023) – Just announced! 6A MGMT will be taking over Music City’s famed venue, The Vinyl Lounge, on September 20th from 1-8pm.
The unofficial showcase will take place at the 23rd annual AmericanaFest, which The New York Times has called “the coolest music scene today.” The five-day festival brings together both fans and music industry professionals alike through seminars, panels, networking opportunities and intimate showcases.
Sponsored by the The Vinyl Lab, STAX OF WAX is a FREE, non-ticketed event. In addition to live music, STAX OF WAX will also feature some of Nashville’s top pop-up vendors, celebrating the best of Americana from Texas, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
6A MGMT is an artist management company based in Austin, TX, with artists in Austin, Dallas, Nashville and Los Angeles.
Nashville, TN (September 8, 2023) – Multi-award winning songwriter, saxophonist, producer and recording artist Suzanne Grzanna (Sax Diva®) recently released “The Cat’s Meow Anniversary Album.” You can listen to it HERE!
Track Listing: 1.1887 XO 2. Kiss XO 3. Ennui XO 4. Thinking of You XO 5. By the Fireside XO 6. Mystery Man XO 7. The Cat’s Meow (Anniversary Edition) 8. Cedar Lodge XO 9. Little Valentine XO
“The Cat’s Meow Anniversary Album” showcases Suzanne’s dynamic range and ability to blend smooth jazz with soulful tones. This album takes listeners on a delightful journey through a landscape of emotions. From sultry saxophone solos to catchy vocal rhythms, this album is a perfect blend of modern jazz and classic influences. Suzanne’s distinct style and heartfelt compositions create an experience that leaves listeners yearning for more.
About Suzanne Grzanna: Suzanne Grzanna is an award winning songwriter, saxophonist, vocalist, arranger, producer and music publisher who has released many albums on her label, Diva Records, and has recorded over ninety songs. Her music has been featured in many films and played on radio stations across the globe. Suzanne has performed for many music festivals and private events and loves connecting with fans. She is also a member of theRecording Academy, SAG-AFTRA, Society of Composers & Lyricists, and Guild of Music Supervisors (Friend).
A performer from a very young age, Suzanne sang and played piano in her family band, playing jazz, rock and dance music. She gained further experience playing in her high school band and singing in her high school choir. While in college she not only performed with the jazz band, but also with the school’s symphonic orchestra and a Christian rock group. She also sang with the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus for many years, starting at the age of 18. After attending Wisconsin Lutheran College and earning a music degree from Carroll University, she formed her jazz quartet and immediately started a busy performance schedule, and she has not slowed down since.
In early 2023, Suzanne released a dance song under Sax Diva® titled “Running Past the Line” (#2 on iTunes) with Kim Cameron and released her newest jazz vocal album titled “The Cat’s Meow Anniversary Album” on September 8, 2023 (#7 in US Pre-Sales and #1 in UK Pre-sales iTunes), which was mixed and mastered in Dolby Atmos/Spatial Audio by Jeff Silverman.
In addition, Suzanne has collaborated with numerous artists and has won many awards, including Hollywood Music and Media Awards, “Best Artist” from Indie Music Channel Awards,UK Songwriting Awards, Hollywood Songwriting Awards, Academia Music Awards, Clouzine Music Awards, and Josie Music Awards, to name a few. Her music has also been featured in several films and television shows.
Nashville, TN (September 1, 2023) – Nashville-based recording artist, producer, and songwriter Justine Blazer continues to make waves in the music industry! Coming off of the success from her #1 charting album “Girl Singing the Blues,” Justine recently won “Best North American Song” for her single “Cold Day in Hell” at the Intercontinental Music Awards. The song also reached #2 on the UK iTunes Charts.
“This song talks about never going back into that toxic relationship,” Justine shares. “It’s a juxtaposition, displaying sad and soulful melody lines along with sassy lyrics that call out the person who did you wrong. I wanted something that was thought-provoking, soulful, and bold.”
Justine also released the official music video for “Cold Day in Hell,” which showcases a raw and vulnerable side of Justine. The video, shot by Percy Priest Lake in Nashville, TN, was directed by Justine Blazer and filmed/edited by Elizabeth Sim. Click HERE to watch!
Co-written with Lou Molitch, “Cold Day in Hell” was produced, mixed and mastered by Justine Blazer. The band was engineered by Grammy-nominated producer Bobby Holland in Nashville, TN. Additionally, the song features special guests and Grammy Award winners Larry Mitchell (electric guitar) and Kitt Wakeley (piano).
On top of her own personal music accomplishments, Justine recently received another #1 on iTunes with the song “Spread Hope Send Love Around The World” by Amy McAllisterand Friends with The Power of One Movement. Justine co-wrote, performed, produced and mixed this single, which currently has over 50K streams on Spotify.
Furthermore, Justine collaborated with Billboard chart-topping recording artist Kim Cameron on her single “Just in Time” (produced by Robert Eibach), which recently hit #1on the iTunes Dance chart and #83 on the iTunes Top 100 Chart for all genres. “Just in Time” marks Justine’s fifth #1 to chart on iTunes, totaling seven #1 hits in her career.
About Justine Blazer: Originally from Detroit, MI and currently based in Nashville, TN, Justine Blazer is a Billboard, Music Row, iTunes-charting and multi-award winning producer, singer, songwriter, composer and recording artist. She is a member of The Recording Academy (GRAMMYs), Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music. Having opened for the likes of JasonAldean, Justin Moore, Lee Brice, Kathy Mattea, Regis Philbin, Lonestar and more, Justine has also received endorsements from Luna Guitars, Dean Guitars, Ram Trucks, Chrysler Incorporated, Antares, RME and Mojave Microphones.
Justine has won numerous awards from the Josie Music Awards, World Songwriting Awards, Global Music Awards, The Detroit Blues Challenge, Ram Trucks Battle of the Bands (Winner) and the USA Songwriting Competition (finalist).
In addition, Justine has been on various TV shows, such as American Super Group (MTV), and has had sync-licensing placements on The Young and the Restless (CBS), A Treasure for Christmas (Lifetime Network), the Telly-Award winning film Hashtag Blessed (Prime Video), Tubi, Redbox and more. Her music video for her popular single “Good Trouble” was also aired on both CMT and TCN.
Justine is a voting member of the Recording Academy and attended the 64th and 65th GRAMMY Award Shows as a balloted artist.
Nashville, TN (September 1, 2023) – Folk-Americana singer/songwriter and recording artist Lindsey Hinkle recently released her newest single called “Shades of Gray.” You can listen to the song HERE!
With powerful lyrics like the heart is just an organ and mine has been well-played, performing hymns of a religion that’s starting to fade, “Shades of Gray” tells a raw tale of a broken heart.
“I wrote this song in my early 20’s when I arrived to surprise my girlfriend, only to find her face attached to someone else’s,” Lindsey shares. “I wrote ‘Shades of Gray’ on my way back from Nashville when I was almost run over by an 18-wheeler coming down Interstate 24. Funny how you see something coming a mile away, knowing damn well you should move on, but you stay there anyway…and don’t switch lanes. Oh, the irony.”
Lindsey plans to release more music in 2023, with her upcoming album “Wonder Woman” set for release in 2024.
About Lindsey Hinkle: Lindsey Hinkle is a self-taught musician armed with resonating lyrics that are filled with insight into the human condition, as well as haunting and penetrating vocals that seem to echo mercilessly inside your head. She has been writing and performing original material since age 13, and has opened for artists such as Keith Urban, Lady A, Sugarland, Little Big Town, Thompson Square, Drake White, Shawn Mullins, Marc Broussard, Jennifer Nettles, Sugarland, Darius Rucker, Indigo Girls, Kristy Lee and Michelle Malone.
Lindsey cites Beth Hart, Patty Griffin, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, Indigo Girls and James Taylor as her primary musical influences. Lindsey’s style of both music and lyrics have often been compared to the stylings of John Mayer by industry critics and professionals.
At age 17, Lindsey won the Eddie’s AtticOpen Mic Shoot Out in Atlanta, besting singer/songwriters with more than double her years’ worth of experience.
In 2019, Lindsey moved to Nashville, TN with a big purpose – to get sober. While living in a halfway house, she began writing music as a way to cope with the struggles she had experienced. Now, with almost 5 years of sobriety under her belt, Lindsey uses her music to spread joy to others. “My goal in life is to forgive others like they have forgiven me.”
In December 2021, Lindsey was mentioned in Billboard and People Magazine for co-writing Drake White’s “Power of a Woman,” alongside her lifelong friend Kelli Johnson. The song has garnered over 12.5 million streams on Spotify alone since its release in late 2021.
Since the release of “Power of a Woman,” Lindsey has decided to embark on her own journey recording, producing, mixing, and releasing her first full-length album that has been literally a lifetime in the making. She released the first single off the album, “Shades of Gray,” on September 1, 2023.
Lindsey supplies vocals as well as live, recorded loops singing her own background vocals, percussion, and acoustic accompaniment on select songs.
A member of the LGBTQ+ community, Lindsey strives to support other LGBTQ+ artists and advocates for equal rights for women.
Nashville, TN (August 31, 2023) – Indie-Alternative singer/songwriter and recording artist Mexx Heart recently announced the release of her newest single, “Art Gallery,” at the MoonVibez Music Fest in Brooklyn, NY, which she headlined on August 26th. The song is out now and can be heard HERE!
With profound lyrics like I carried your roots, you sat on my branches, “Art Gallery” tells the story of a torrid romance that was shattered like glass.
“In a time where I felt like a temporary art piece, I wrote how it felt from both perspectives: how someone can feel used and, in turn, become the user,” Mexx shares.
About Mexx Heart:
Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Mexx Heart discovered her passion for music at a young age. When she was a child, her father would blast his favorites through the radio, heavily influencing her eclectic musical tastes. Inspired by artists like Taylor Swift, Halsey, The Band Camino and The 1975, Mexx has cultivated her own unique sound.
From 2020 to 2023, Mexx released a number of singles that showcased her range in the Alternative and Pop genres. She released her highly-anticipated debut album “Paper House” in April of 2023.
In November of 2022, Mexx released her popular single “Pretend,” which showcased the softer side of her artistry. The single currently has over 40K streams on Spotify, with that number increasing each day. She released “London” in January of 2023, followed by “Nothing From Nothing” in February of 2023.
Mexx continues to leave her mark on the music industry, showcasing her skills both behind-the-mic and in the studio. She performs at various showcases around Nashville and has toured across the United States.
Heart was nominated for a coveted Josie Music Award in 2021 and 2023. She also attended the 2022 and 2023 Grammy Awards and had the honor of performing at Barry Manilow’s Grammy afterparty, which took place at his luxury penthouse.
Known for her philanthropy, Mexx advocates for both women’s and Indigenous People’s rights. She also promotes positive mental health through her music and is an activist for the LGBTQ+ community.
Nashville, TN (August 25, 2023) – Who says Disco is dead? Not Carrie Cunningham! The singer/songwriter and recording artistjust released her highly anticipated new single, “Just Like,” and the song has already been receiving rave reviews.
“Just like a 45 from 45 years ago, Carrie Cunningham’s new song feels like Crystal Gayle delivering a classic Andy Gibb hit on this mid-tempo dance number with a tasteful fluid guitar. I ‘Just Like’ it a lot!” -Warren Kurtz,Goldmine
“An enjoyable modern sounding track. Can’t wait to play.” –The Sound Lab Radio
“Absolutely love your record. Thank you for your great music…” -Thibaut Coppens (SLNB Playlists)
“Just Like” fuses Carrie’s love for both Disco and Country music, creating a new sound to share with her fans. Co-written with Warner Chappell recording artist Riley Roth, both ladies agree this is truly a summer love song for those who want to dance the night away! With honest lyrics like ‘I was looking for a mirror image, but you got me seeing things all different,’ “Just Like” is a fun and flirty tune, perfect for summer love.
“I never realized how much I have been influenced by Disco, R&B and Motown music until recently,” Carrie explains. “I grew up listening to all three genres, along with country, and I never thought to incorporate them into my own music. I really feel in my element and I can’t wait for everyone to hear my new music!”
Carrie plans to release more new music this fall, with an EP set for release in 2024.
About Carrie Cunningham: “They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway’, but that isn’t just true for New York City. Nashville recording artist Carrie Cunningham has been shining bright with her Showgirl Series (Music City Melodies).” Born in Nebraska, raised in the Northwest and now based in Nashville, TN, Carrie Cunningham has been a bit of a nomad with her love of the road and her heavy influence of musical genres. Growing up on country, jazz, classical and Motown, Carrie “has a style all her own, almost a musical chameleon (Zetland Country, UK).”
Her latest album “Showgirl” was released in January of 2021, with a new single for every month. The album became immensely popular with fans and, in 2022, “Showgirl” landed on nearly 40 playlists and has nearly 300,000 streams to date.
Following the footsteps of her female musical influences like Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell and Donna Summer, Carrie fell in love with the stage and touring. She is a true performer and gives the audience what they came for – a fantastic show. She has often been referred to as the “Next Shania Twain” and, her personal favorite, “Garth Brooks in a skirt.”
Carrie’s 2017 EP “Let’s Dance” made Women of Country Music’s list of Top 10 Albums. She has performed on over 1000 stages, sharing it with over 50 national touring artists. Her music has hit the hearts and feet of people, not just in America, but all over the world. Having numerous number 1’s in Europe, Carrie continues to grow her fan base and her love of music.
Nashville, TN (August 18, 2023) – Nashville-based singer/songwriter Ellisa Sun recently released her new soulful single “Once Upon A Time.” You can listen to the song HERE!
With captivating lyrics like I’ve been counting sheep, but I can’t sleep, you always creep into my dreams, “Once Upon A Time” is a lyrical fairy tale listeners are sure to fall in love with.
“Sometimes you need to end a relationship in order for both people to feel at peace, but the grief lingers,” Ellisa shares. “This song was a product of that grief and I hope it helps paint a picture of what it feels like to long for someone, yet also know it was better to end things than cling to something that wasn’t working. I want whoever is listening to my music to feel like they’re eating a slice of the best apple pie they’ve ever tasted, by candlelight, while wrapped in a weighted blanket.”
Ellisa launched a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign last year with ifundwomen and successfully raised $15,000 to support her upcoming record, “Sarabi.” The album will feature 8 original songs and a team of Nashville’s finest musicians, producers and songwriters. “Once Upon A Time” is the first single to be released off the album.
About Ellisa Sun: Ellisa Sun cuts her heart out and leaves it on the stage, which is why she never wears white.
Originally from Los Angeles, she decided to hit the road in 2018 and embarked on her nationwide Dreamboat tour, playing 170 shows in 365 days while living in a 30-foot Winnebago. After the tour, Ellisa relocated to Nashville, Tennessee.
Inspired primarily by R&B, soul, jazz, and bossa nova, Ellisa’s music is a unique blend of genres that creates a textured sound with raw, heartfelt lyricism. Ellisa’s music can be heard on the Sony Pictures Television show L.A.’s Finest, starring Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba and the Hulu show Dollface, starring Kat Dennings and Brenda Song. Her song “Evening” was recently featured in the show Kung Fu on the CW.
Ellisa launched a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign last year with ifundwomen and successfully raised $15,000 to support her upcoming record, which will feature 8 original songs and a team of Nashville’s finest musicians, producers and songwriters.For more information, visit www.ellisasun.com and follow Ellisa on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Spotify and Apple Music.
Tacoma, WA (August 18, 2023) – Popular music festival Reggae on the Way presents “Maui on the Way: Wild Fire Relief” – a two-day concert benefiting the disastrous wild fires that have been raging across Hawaii.
“Maui Aid on the Way: Wild Fire Relief” will be held outside Airport Tavern in Tacoma, WA on September 9th and10th. The block-party style event is open to those 21+ and will feature food trucks, local vendors and performances from some of Hawaii’s biggest stars including: Maoli, Rebel Souljahz, Anuhea, Eli-Mac, Ka’Ikena Scanlan and more! 100% of the net ticket proceeds, from both days, will go directly to helping rebuild the communities of those affected by the fires. Click HERE to purchase tickets.
“Hawaii has been feeling the pain of devastation and loss over the last couple of weeks. The wildfires have taken a horrific toll on Maui’s beaches, homes, and natural environment. We are heartbroken and deeply saddened to see how this has impacted our brothers, sisters, their families and community. Last week, we had many conversations with locals here in WA and HI about what we could do that would have the biggest impact to Kokua (help) and decided to turn our new festival ‘Reggae on the Way – Summer Sessions’ into a wildfire relief: ‘Maui Aid on the Way’. The Polynesian community has shown us so much support over the years by attending and performing at our events, so it was automatic for us to help.” –Dan Rankin, CEO of Danno Presents and owner of the Airport Tavern
Nashville, TN (August 8, 2023) – The full-length animated children’s movie “Seaper Powers: Mystery of the Blue Pearls” is officially available for viewing! The film stars rapper, actor and television host Vanilla Ice as “Steve the Starfish,” was directed and produced by Kim Cameron (Side FX Partners)and can be streamed on Amazon Prime, Tubi and IMDB.
“Kids need an outlet to feel adventure in stories again,” Kim Cameron, director and producer, shares. “These films were not designed for adults, but rather kids who love exploring the mysteries of the ocean and those who love dare to dream big.”
The Dove Channel gave the film a four-star rating for integrity, stating:
“Seaper Powers: Mystery of the Blue Pearls sets out to solve a potential disaster in the ocean, where Emma comes to the rescue when she uses the special powers she has had since childhood to help uncover the truth about why the expensive pearls being sold in the market are so blue. Her bosses fear they have been contaminated by pollutants, so they send this talented oceanographer to deep sea dive for answers. Luckily Emma has a unique ability to breathe under water and communicate with sea life, so she solicits her marine friends to help her solve this mystery and catch the bad guys who are taking advantage of the situation. What she doesn’t expect is to encounter the heroic merman with a secret of his own, and when he gets hurt and needs saving, everyone has some decisions to make about what is most important.
This short film is a fun adventure that is filled with lessons about the environment including what pollution is and the damage it can cause to the oceanic ecosystem, and while these characters make good decisions, there are some opportunities to talk with children about “keeping secrets.” More so, the highlights worth focusing on include the sacrificial attitudes of all the main characters toward their friends, and the desire to help others and behave responsibly regarding the environment. This sweet and captivating story leaves the viewer on a cliffhanger, looking forward to Emma’s next adventure.” – Dove.org
Kim has now begun her third feature film production in the Seaper Powers series.
About Kim Cameron: Kim Cameron is an award winning screenplay writer, singer/songwriter and filmmaker. Her musical ‘Her Story’ won Best New York Screenplay as well as the Amsterdam Film Festival. She has produced two documentaries (This is Kim & Carpe Musicam), a new TV series (Miami’s Listening Party), and two full-length animated features, ‘Seaper Powers In Search of Bleu Jay’s Treasure’ and ‘Seaper Powers Mystery of the Blue Pearls‘ (currently distributed worldwide under Multivisionaire & ToonzTV), earning Kim 30+ awards for Best Soundtrack, Best Screenplay, Best Female Director, Best Trailer, and Best Animated Feature.
Nashville, TN (August 4, 2023) – Nashville-based indie band Point Taken recently released their new five-song EP called “Here.”
Track Listing: 1. Car Door 2. Out of My Head 3. What’s That?! 4. Deserted Streets 5. In My Heart You Have a Home
Point Taken, made up of Noah Rogers, Sam Ferrara, Madden Purcell, Corwin Aycock, Kyle Gyenes, Collin Higgs and Jon Lewis, includes an eclectic array of genres and sounds in their music, featuring elements of Punk, Ska, Americana and Jazz Fusion.
“Collectively, we have all played together as musicians since 2015,” band member Madden Purcell (trumpet) shares. “Throughout that time, we came up with different concepts and ideas for songs that we found exciting. The work we are doing with Point Taken is a culmination of those thoughts, bolstered by the growth we have all experienced since we first started playing music.”
About Point Taken: Nashville-based indie band Point Taken is a horn-spiked rock sensation, fusing rock, jazz, indie, and pop elements. Formed in 2021 by a group of lifelong friends and talented musicians, their electrifying live performances are known for delivering high energy and captivating entertainment. With a seamless blend of diverse musical influences, Point Taken’s dynamic sound and soulful horn arrangements create a unique sonic experience. Their charisma on stage and innate chemistry leave audiences exhilarated, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. As they continue to push creative boundaries, Point Taken promises an unforgettable musical journey that defies genre norms.
