Tag Archive | Songwriter

Maxim Senin

Growing up in Riga, Latvia (formally the USSR) and now residing in Long Beach California for the past twelve years, Maxim Senin learned early on the value of learning to play and perform music. With both parents playing the piano it was their desire to give him a solid musical education, and for him to understand and appreciate music; learning with classical music training. When he was in the first grade, his parents got him a violin, but he quickly lost interest. They attempted to teach Maxim the piano. The problem was that the family was poor and could not afford a piano for him to practice on. While in the fourth grade, his parents bought him a clarinet which he learned how to play classical and jazz relatively well. At this point, Maxim’s interest in music subsided. It wasn’t until college when many of his friends played music and were in bands that his interest in music was once again peaked. Since then he has not looked back and continues to write and perform music.
A software engineer by trade, and also a private pilot, Maxim Senin’s love for music is now a large part of his life and is deeply engraved in his daily thoughts and actions. His preference in music is laid-back rock and a touch of folk with an emphasis on his lyrical composition. Choosing love and love triangles as themes for his music and songs, betrayal and unanswered love looms over and is easily detected in his sound. Aside from love tragically gone wrong, Maxim has a great appreciation for songs that are reflective, with a twist and plot in the story line, and that have hope and humor in them. His music comes both from what he observes around him and emotions within that is vented through his lyrics and musical composition.
Citing influences such as Mark Knopfler, J.J. Cale, and Eric Clapton, Maxim finds himself inspired by the likes of Peter Gabriel, Pink Floyd, Sting, and Roxette while also enjoying the music of other icon artists like Coldplay, Duran Duran, U2, The Who, Grateful dead, and Oasis. Although at this stage in his music career, Maxim has not really played any high profile arena type performances mainly because that’s not really his thing. “I’m not a big fan of large crowds”, states Maxim, I also think that my music, at least at the moment, is to be heard by people on their couches or in their cars, not 10,000-seat stadiums. Although, if I had one dream I’d like to fulfill, I wouldn’t mind playing a duet with Clapton or Sting”.
As a multi-instrumentalist, Maxim played every instrument on his debut EP release “The Taming of the Wolf” including the acoustic guitar, piano, ukulele, harmonica, keyboard, and all percussions. Maxim has great aspirations for the success of the new release. When asked if he could retain his artistic integrity with increased commercial success he replied with no hesitation, “I think yes. I’m open-minded about learning from other artists and listening to friends’ advice, but at the same time I think I am on the way of developing my own unique style. That doesn’t mean, however, that this style won’t evolve over time”.
With his debut EP release The “Taming of the Wolf”, Maxim Senin has only just begun. He has plans to promote the record vigorously and hopes to release a full length album by the end of 2012. The Taming of the Wolf is available for sale at CD Baby and by digital download on iTunes along with many other online distribution outlets. For more information on this innovative emerging artist you can listen to his music, and download songs at http://www.facebook.com/MaximSenin.Music.

Maxim’s Other Websites:
http://www.reverbnation.com/maximsenin
http://maximsenin.bandcamp.com

The Cure – Love Song – Cover by Maxim

John Patelis – Guitar Player

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CANADIAN/ELLENIC GUITARIST/SINGER/SONGWRITER.

HAS COLLABORATED W/WELL KNOWN MUSICIANS/BANDS IN CANADA(EX-MAHOGANY RUSH DRUMMER JIMMY AYOUB, GARY McKENZI BASSIST OF BRAN VAN 3000 ) AND ABROAD(MAGNA CARTA , BLUESWIRE & OTHERS..).

HAS ALSO DONE NUMEROUS APPEARANCES ON GREEK NATIONAL TV/RADIO & ALSO PERFORMED AT THE FENDER BALL AT THE FRANKFURT MUSIC MESSE IN GERMANY, BUDDY GUYS LEGENDS CLUB IN CHICAGO IL. USA AND VENUES IN MONTREAL P.Q. CANADA& PARIS FRANCE.

SERVED AS PRODUCT SPECIALIST FOR FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS GREECE DOING PRESENTATIONS,SHOWS,SEMINARS,WORKSHOPS, COMPETITIONS.

ATTENDED THE FENDER SEMINARS AT THE FENDER FACTORIES BOTH IN CORONA CALIFORNIA USA & ENSENADA MEXICO AND IS A CERTIFIED FENDER AMP SPECIALIST.

IS ALSO THE VOICE BEHIND SUCCESSFUL AD-CAMPAIGNS (VODAFON,COCA COLA, TELLAS ,Q-TELECOM,FACTORY OUTLET,URSUS, AMITA MOTION,JUMBO, FANTA & MANY OTHERS.

CURRENT PROJECT THE TRIO “RevToneZ” AN AMALGAMATION OF COUNTRY/ROCK/FUSION ELEMENTS AND AN ORIGINAL HOMEGROWN SPECIAL RECIPE w/CG ON BASS/VOX & CK ON DRUMS/VOX.

http://www.reverbnation.com/JohnPatelis

HORDES BY JOHN PATELIS

Eva Rivera-Ferrell

 

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***MY FACEBOOK LIKES RECENTLY DISAPPEARED! I LOST HUNDREDS OF THEM. DON’T FORGET TO PRESS THE LIKE BUTTON IF YOU LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR. THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT***

PHOTOGRAPHY

http://evarf.smugmug.com

http://www.myspace.com/ferrell4pt0

MUSIC

http://www.myspace.com/evariveraferrell

http://www.youtube.com/evariveraferrell

TWITTER

http://twitter.com/evariveraferrel

http://www.reverbnation.com/evariveraferrell
Born JanEva Antonia Rivera in Honolulu Hawaii, this mixed beauty grew up in a military environment. Her parents were Marines. She had a close relationship with her brother Anthony growing up and they remain best friends til this day. Eva started modeling and acting when she was 15. When she graduated from high school, she went to college for a year and decided to join the Air Force. In a span of 8 1/2 years, she married her wonderful husband, had 2 beautiful kids, received 2 degrees, and traveled the world. She also was able to model, act, & host on the side. Eva decided to end her military career in May 2008 while stationed in Tokyo, Japan. When she came back to the States, she decided to finally make her love for music, as well as her love for photography become a reality. Eva is currently a photographer/song writer and it won’t be long before you truly see what she is capable of.

***I am NOT a singer, i’m a songwriter. Most of the songs you hear are other singers singing my songs, BUT, every once in a while I will sing on a track. You can hear my vocals on these songs:
- You and Me Forever (hook/bridge)
- Sky (hook)
- Eyes on the Prize (hook)
- You Hold Me Down (hook/bridge)
- Recession (hook/bridge)
- Friday the 13th (hook)

Eva Rivera-Ferrell

http://www.myspace.com/evariveraferrell
http://www.myspace.com/ferrell4pt0
http://twitter.com/evariveraferrel
http://www.youtube.com/evariveraferrell
http://evarf.smugmug.com/

Anya David

Anya David

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Download my songs! It’s free! Enjoy!

http://www.reverbnation.com/anyadavid

Note: Not for commercial use. For commercial use, please send me a message. All songs are copyrighted 2006 – Beyond. All rights reserved. Thanks!

I give all the Glory to God! I sing to express the talents God has given me. Not to glorify myself or be anything else. I just want to share the music of my heart with the people who want to hear it. My message at the end of the day is this “Jesus!” It is all about Jesus!

“For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16

Anya David

What’s new for 2012?

 

2012 – What’s new for 2012?  Staying still for the moment and waiting as the Holy Spirit leads me.  As of right now, it’s about my walk with God and my family.  This is my priority.  I may do a few worship covers and finally record a few new songs I wrote, but I’m not in a rush to do it.  Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy what I have.  God Bless, Anya <3

 

Discography

 

2011 – Anya David’s music was accepted by 33 independent online and radio stations for airplay around the world.

 

WNEK-FM / Western New England College Radio Station – Air Play – April 2010 & March 2011

WAGTiRadio.com – Radio Airplay – March 2010

theMovement Church Worship CD – Back-Up Vocals – Released December 2009

Keep Your Head Up was included in the Unified by Grace: Soul Edition Vol1 CD released in the USA April 2009.  Available for purchase through iTunes.

Keep Your Head Up – Recorded and Released 2007.

Show Me the Way Album Release in 2006.

BMI Songwriter/Composer

Backup vocalist for theMovement worship team since November 2009

Christian Music Presenters Endorsed Artist – January 2006 – 2008

Copyright by Anya David 2006 – and beyond

Dr.Zero

Dr.Zero

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Gabriele “Dr. Zero” Cerruti is born in Turin (Italy) in 1974.
Since he was a child he has a passion for music: he starts playing piano at six and guitar at thirteen; finally at seventeen he chooses to play bass.
In 1992 he forms the first band with some High School’s fellows; he begins to write his first songs with italian lyrics, influenced by the favourite artist’s sound of that time: the italian rocker Luciano Ligabue.
In 1993 he enters in the first School’s Musical Contest with the song “Danzando nel Buio” (“Dancing in the Dark”); he ranks fourth, but he collects consents of audience and critic. In the same year he starts a collaboration with some local Christian artists; he writes the song “La mia risposta sarà Sì” (“My Answer will be Yes”) for the musical “Don Bosco: una Sfida” (“Don Bosco: a Challenge”) and all the songs for the musical “La Pelle di Dio” (“The Skin of God”) in 1994.
In 1995 he forms the first cover band with University’s friends, with which he plays the greatest hits by Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Guns ‘n’ Roses and Skid Row; however, the Grunge’s influence (Alice in Chains, MotherLoveBone, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and Temple of the Dog) and 70′s KISS’ Hard Rock push him to write songs with english lyrics: “I Forgot”, “Leap” and “Shame” are the most revealing songs of that time.
In 2001 with two of same University’s friends he forms CoffeeDregs, a PJ Harvey cover band; although there are great potential, the project has short life: CoffeeDregs disband after recording a Promo CD.
Years pass and he plays in bands of less importance, but the music is always existing in his life; even the songwriting gains substantial depth: lyrics now approach environmental and social issues: the most revealing song of that time is “Permanent Disaster”, written on 27 December 2004, the day following the Sumatra’s Tsunami.
In 2006 he discovers the American Christian Music; artists like Audio Adrenaline, Switchfoot and tobyMac, are considered like all those who have influenced his music and give new energy to his songwriting.
At beginning of 2008 he finds continuity and starts playing with assiduity: Cover The Top (2008-2009), AllTimeIsGone (2009-2010), MotorMouse (2010-2011) and Blaine (2011); the more exciting experience is with MotorMouse, cover band of great impact that plays 70′s Hard Rock (AC/DC, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, KISS, Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Thin Lizzy).
The desire to engage in a band’s project that features unreleased songs finally comes in July 2011, when he becomes Wheels’ bassist, Hard Rock band with whom he records an EP entitled “Big Snake”; but in this day, 14 october 2011, the dream is shattered.
And now… plans are planned: he decides to search a new band and to rearrange the songs written over the years, with the aim to share his music and to hear the feedback of other people.
In this day, 25 november 2011, all his dreams come true: in the Thanksgiving day God gives him a gift; after a session he was hired by rock band named Hangover. Alberto, Alice and Diego are his new adventure mates.
SPEAK YOUR MIND UP: C’MON, BABY, FREE YOURSELF!

http://www.reverbnation.com/drzero

Aaron Hendra

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A truly gifted songwriter, performer and recording artist, Aaron Hendra is also an owner of LA based indie Give Records. He met entrepreneur Rick St George in 2008 and created Give. In an era where major label development is almost nonexistent, Give provides opportunities and time for an artist to find their musical identity.

OCTOBERSONG is the debut release for both Aaron and Give and was sculpted over a 3 year period at Give Studios in LA. An opportunity like this is a dream come true for any artist but did not come easily for Aaron. Rather it is a result of over a decade of persistence through ups, downs and near misses that would cause most aspiring musicians to pack up and head home.
Early success for the Aussie born songwriter came when he hand delivered a simple piano/vocal demo to the record company office of Aussie recording superstar John Farnham. Several weeks later Aaron received a personal phone call from Farnham, stating that he loved the song and wanted to record it. “Don’t Let It End” became a single on Farnham’s multi-platinum CD “Romeo’s Heart”. Sheryl Crow and Dianne Warren also pitched songs for this album.

In 2001, a recording contract with Hollywood records helped Aaron and his band gain access to the United States and opportunities to live abroad and grow as a songwriter. Producer problems left the group unable to deliver a cohesive record however and a year after signing the deal, the label dropped the young band from its roster. A period of seven years passed where Aaron continued to pay dues. This included two further letdowns, a development deal with Warner Bros that ended when the supporting A & R person lost their job, and then, making it all the way through auditions to the top 50 finalists for the 1st season of Rockstar with INXS only to miss final selection for the show. Major label deals and Reality TV at that point were not the destined paths. 2005 thru 2008 consisted of days on the construction site and nights playing small acoustic shows and writing songs. This only served to fuel the flame.

Near the end of 2008 the gift of a second chance at a recording career arrived. Aaron met Rick St George, a finance guy who saw the untapped talent and believed in his music immediately. The entrepreneur struck a deal with the songwriter and Give Records was born. Once again able to focus fully on writing and recording, Aaron began to assemble a team. Long time friend and session drummer Greg ‘Gigi’ Gonaway joined forces with Aaron and moved to LA in 2009 to begin pre-production. St George, thinking this was more than a solo artist but not quite a band, dubbed it the ‘Aaron Hendra Project’. Work began under the AHP moniker. Not wanting the pressure of the usual ticking clock of commercial studios, St George decided to search for a unique space as a new home for Give family. He soon found a secluded compound only a block from the famous Sunset Strip in Beverly Hills. Not only was the space perfect for album, it also had a rich musical heritage.

Built in the 70′s by the late Richard Colburn (Founder of the Colburn School of Music in LA) to entertain LA socialites, the house featured a ballroom designed for chamber orchestras. Classical violinists such as Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Mar and Isaac Stern we’re regular guests back in the day. St George, Aaron, Gigi and sound engineer Dave Ahlert went to work turning the library into a control room and the production began. Producer Rob Hill the team in 2010 and once tracking was complete the team took the songs to South Beach Studios in Miami Beach, Florida where renowned mix engineer Tom Lord-Alge added his magic and finessed them to completion.
During recording, Sam Childers AKA the “Machine Gun Preacher” visited Give Studios and asked Aaron to write a song about his mission to save the children of Sudan. The result was “One Man’s War”. AHP then traveled to Sudan to record the 300 children now living at the orphanage sing the end choruses of the song. Touching and inspiring listeners all over the globe, it has become the official spiritual anthem of the Machine Gun Preacher.

The yet to be released new album from AHP, called OCTOBERSONG, features 11 tracks from the artist. With definite mainstream appeal, the music and songs of Aaron Hendra are poised to make an impact on a broad audience ranging from high school aged youngsters to mature adults. With a message, voice and sound that is fresh yet authentic and heartfelt, this adult contemporary artist is destined for the world stage.

Aaron Hendra Project

 ’OCTOBERSONG‘ is the (yet to be released) debut release by Australian born recording artist Aaron Hendra. It is the culmination of 10 years of writing while living and honing his craft in the unforgiving musical landscape of Los Angeles. Not only are all songs featured on the album 100% written by Aaron, he also produced them with Rob Hill. Recording took place over 2 years at a private mansion only a block from Sunset and Doheny in Beverly Hills. Vintage Neve and API consoles we’re installed in the control room specifically for the record. All songs were engineering by Dave Ahlert. After tracking and overdubs Aaron took the songs to South Beach studios in Miami to be mixed by world renowned mixing engineer Tom Lord-Alge. The recordings also feature the drumming talents of Greg ‘Gigi’ Gonaway (ex Mariah Carey) who is a key member of the Aaron Hendra Project. Bass players on the record included Paul Bushnell (Faith Hill, Daughtry, Shakira), Marcus Brown (Madonna, Seal) and Dorian Heartsong. Piano and keyboard players included Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters, Wallflowers), Jamie Mahoberac (Goo Goo Dolls, Chris Cornell, All American Rejects) and again Marcus Brown. Live strings performed by (24 piece orchestra) members LA Philharmonic, arranged and conducted by David Campbell. Percussion on ‘One Mans War’  by Brian Kilgore (Blood Diamond Theme).  All guitars played by Aaron Hendra.

http://www.reverbnation.com/aaronhendraproject

Aaron Hendra Project – “One Mans War” Official Slideshow

 

Chantelle Barry

Chantelle Barry

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A native of Western Australia, Chantelle Barry first caught the public’s eye at a very young age when she won POPSTARS Australia, in 2000.
Currently residing in Los Angeles, Chantelle has returned to her singer/songwriter roots & released her debut solo album ‘Simple Things’ which she toured in Australia at the end of 2009, featuring a performance on Good Morning Australia.
Her songwriting efforts have garnered her a 1st Place in the UK Songwriting Contest for her song ‘YOU’, Top 5 Finalist in Songwriters Universe ‘Song Of The Month’ contest, a 1st and 3rd place in the Song of the Year songwriting contest and Top 10 in the Music Nation online music competition. She received a ‘best song’ nomination in the Hollywood Music in Media Awards for ‘LOVE SOMEONE’.

When she’s not in the studio you can find Chantelle on both the big and small screens. She has starred in several feature films including a cameo appearance in Universal Pictures ‘Couples Retreat’ and has most recently guest starred on Entourage (HBO), How I Met Your Mother (CBS), 90210 (CW) and ‘The Paul Reiser Show’ (NBC). She is currently in pre-production to star in a Sci-Fi channel film “Jason and The Necronauts”.

http://www.reverbnation.com/chantellebarry

 

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Tinsel Korey

Tinsel Korey

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TINSEL KOREY  is a Canadian singer-songwriter and well known actor.

In 2004, while shooting Spielberg’s TNT mini-series “Into the West,” she composed a song of the same title that became an underground hit. The song eventually caught the attention of actor/producer Jennifer Podemski (Dance me Outside, The Rez) who invited Korey to perform it on the 2008 Aboriginal Achievement Awards. That year she traveled throughout the southwest performing her songs in various venues.

In 2009 Tinsel landed the coveted role of Emily in the mega blockbuster The Twilight Saga. Korey beat out 800 other actress for the role of a lifetime – playing Sam Uley’s fiancée and soul mate. The attention from the role brought her to a new level of stardom. Her cover of Robert Pattinson’s song “Never Think” appeared on YouTube where the video received over 150,000 hits. The spark in Tinsel’s music was starting to bubble, and the artist knew is was time to turn her focus to music.

Well known guitarist/producer Stevie Salas had met Korey in Winnipeg, Canada while she was shooting the film Hybrid. Salas invited Tinsel to perform some songs on his music variety show Arbor Live. She chose to perform her song “Letter” where Stevie & Marcos Curiel (from the band PayableOnDeath) played along side her.

In November 2010 Tinsel decided to record “Letter” as her first single and brought on Salas as the Producer. Stevie brought in the best of the best to play on the song. Marcos Curiel, Mark Schulman, Shea Chambers & Dan Rothchild all lent their musical talents to make the song come to life. The single is now available on iTunes Worldwide & Amazon.

She now makes her home in Los Angeles, California.

Tinsel Korey


TINSEL KOREY  is a Canadian singer-songwriter who first started singing & playing piano at the age of 2.  As a young adult she taught herself how to play guitar and started writing/composing original lyrics & music.

As Korey’s acting career blossomed, she had to juggle her love of music with the fast paced schedule of film & tv.  Throughout her years of acting though, she continued to write songs and improve on her musical skills.

In 2004, while shooting Spielberg’s TNT mini-series “Into the West,” she composed a song of the same title that became an underground hit. The song eventually caught the attention of actor/producer Jennifer Podemski (Dance me Outside, The Rez) who invited Korey to perform it on the 2008 Aboriginal Achievement Awards. That year she traveled throughout the southwest performing her songs in various venues.

In 2009 Tinsel landed the coveted role of Emily in the mega blockbuster The Twilight Saga. Korey beat out 800 other actress for the role of a lifetime – playing Sam Uley’s fiancée and soul mate.   The attention from the role brought her to a new level of stardom.  Her cover of Robert Pattinson’s song “Never Think” appeared on YouTube where the video received over 150,000 hits.  The spark in Tinsel’s music was starting to bubble, and the artist knew is was time to turn her focus to music.

Well known guitarist/producer Stevie Salas had met Korey in Winnipeg, Canada while she was shooting the film Hybrid.  Salas invited Tinsel to perform some songs on his music variety show Arbor Live.  She chose to perform her song “Letter” where Stevie & Marcos Curiel (from the band PayableOnDeath) played along side her.

In November 2010 Tinsel decided to record “Letter” as her first single and brought on Salas as the Producer.  Stevie brought in the best of the best to play on the song. Marcos Curiel, Mark Schulman, Shea Chambers & Dan Rothchild all lent their musical talents to make the song come to life.  The single is set to release this February 2011.

Off-screen, Korey enjoys working with youth, and is involved in politics and native issues.  She travels all throughout North America teaching acting and music to Native American Youth who want to get into the entertainment industry. The course focuses on the art aspect, helping them bring out their own unique talents.

She now makes her home in Los Angeles, California.

http://www.reverbnation.com/tinselkorey

Ify Otuya

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http://www.reverbnation.com/ifyotuya

A Singer, Songwriter and Performer, Ify Otuya studied Music Performance and Production at the prestigious London Centre of Contemporary Music, where she received tuition from some international names including Toby Baker (Sinead O’connor, B.B King), Sid Gauld (Incognito), Pete Zeldman (Jaco Pastorius), Richie Stevens (Jay-Z), and played with the legendary Pee Wee Ellis and Fred Weseley (James Brown).

Based in London, she’s written, recorded and toured the UK with musicians including Folk-Soul sensation Whateverland, and Contemporary vocal group Souls of Prophecy Gospel Choir (Prince’s Trust Fund). She’s also been visible at different times, in circles within the Nigerian music industry (Felabration, Star Trek).

In 2010, she released her debut EP – “The Eclectic Definition of Miss O” [E.D.M.O], for which she journeyed to Nigeria (West Africa) to explore ways to combine African poly-rhythms with the melodic and emotive inflections of R&B.

What sets this talented afro-bohemian girl apart is her ability to effortlessly combine the earthiness of her roots with the essences of contemporary culture. There is experience, relevance, and diversity that come through in her music.

 

Kandy Cavalli

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Kandy Cavalli Born Kiana T. , 23 years of age, and already living out her dream of doing music and making it a career. Kandy Cavalli is working hard and paying her own way. Watch her career rise! Kandy is no doubt eye candy, but with her lyrics and mesmerizing vocals whether it may be it on the dance floor, in the bedroom or while your rolling in your city her music will bring any age group together . Look for Kandy to hit the radio soon and keep an eye on her as she makes her ascent into super stardom.

 

 

 

 

 

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