Jason Mraz & Raining Jane for "Love Someone"

Jason Mraz is back with a music video for the tender song "Love Someone," the lead-off single from the 37-year-old San Diego singer-songwriter's newly released fifth studio album, "Yes!" The 14-song release promised a purely acoustic and more intimate sound. The New Age-minded musician does believe that saying "yes" to other things can open an internal door to creativity, and he tries to say "yes" about things in his own life.
"Love Someone" isn't about a specific personal relationship; instead, the love in question is a more general feeling of being lucky, especially as relates to music. "When I let go in a song I feel like the mental chatter, anything that might show up as doubt or fear, that tends to fall away," Mraz says. "You just lock into one beautiful thing, which I feel is love, and when I sing to someone or with someone I feel that's giving the love away. You get it back in return with how amazing you feel." Mraz sure knows how to make love melodic.
He teamed up with the all-female eclectic rock-folk group, Raining Jane, for "Love Someone," and Mraz wrote it with the lady quartet while walking down a dirt road in Virginia with a small herd of goats. "We all grabbed an instrument and we're walking down the road just making things up," Mraz told Radio.com. "That's really what songwriting is. It's taking risks and making things up and seeing what sticks. It was an observation of how wonderful love is," he added. "When you give it away it comes back to you immediately. It really is what gives us life."
The clip truly captures what it means to fall head over heels for a life partner and the progression of a relationship from its early, carefree stages to the days when having that special person by your side. Zoom in on house at night, Mraz quietly strums on his guitar and backed by his flawless band of lady angels in all white while scenes of couples at varying ages flash on screen. The story follows a couple throughout their relationship and the great lengths it takes to maintain a special bond. Feel the joy, laughter, and tears - mixed with a whole lot of heart in the sweet video.

Ed Sheeran captures emotions in 'all of the stars'

Ed Sheeran continued with his new music and turned weekend into a real sobfest with the release of the new video for the upcoming film "The Fault in Our Stars" soundtrack number "All of the Stars," and it's a heartbreaker. The British singer knows his way around a heartbreaking love song, so it's no surprise on this one. Directed by Josh Boone, the romantic drama comedy, hits theaters June 6, is based on John Green's bestselling novel and stars "Divergent" actress Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort as two individuals who meet at a cancer support group meeting and fall in love.
Sidestepping his recent fare, which found Sheeran veering into funkier directions with his music, "All of the Stars" slots more snugly in the singer's softer acoustic rock presentation for which he came to be known originally. Accompanied by guitar and piano, Sheeran croons, "It's just another night/ and I'm staring at the moon," Sheeran sings pensively to start the tune, accompanied by warm piano notes, "I saw a shooting star and I thought of you." The chorus of "All of the Stars" kicks up the momentum a bit, acoustic guitar and piano complemented by percussion and the occasional strum of electric guitar, Sheeran crooning about "all of these stars will guide us home."
"I can hear your heart on the radio beat/ They're playing 'Chasing Cars'/ And I thought of you/ Back to our time/ How you and I used to be," he sings, remembering listening to Snow Patrol with a lost love. The track is all about falling in love under the stars, and the video captures the emotions perfectly, and this may just be Sheeran's most emotional video yet. It features fan-generated messages of encouragement submitted via Instagram. More than 5000 entries were received over a three day period, which is impressive given that the participants had no idea their handiwork would end up in the Brit's visual.
The finished product is a simple collage of encouraging fan art and all sorts of positive signs, drawings, affirmations and other inspirational quotes from John Green's novel to the story thrown in and posted on a wall, with the occasional snippet of film footage. It suits the sparse, emotional approach of "All Of The Stars." Sheeran essentially had the world's easiest job for this one and despite having a sing, he doesn't actually show his pretty little face until the last possible minute when the camera zooms out and the 23-year old artist is seen brooding on a couch, singing the song's final lyrics "I can see the stars from America." Watch and listen and try not to cry.

Ed Sheeran sings about flames in "I See Fire"

Ed Sheeran has shared the music video for the intimate acoustic folk ballad "I See Fire," an original song he wrote for the soundtrack of Peter Jackson's upcoming Hobbit sequel film "The Desolation of Smaug," which is due out on December 13. The song is available to purchase on iTunes, while "The Desolation of Smaug" soundtrack is currently available for pre-order ahead of its December 10th release date. Sheeran has been hard at work on a follow-up to his massive debut LP, 2011's "+." In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, he claims to be planning three albums for the next three years.
The haunting track is right in line with Sheeran's trademark style, filled with dramatic crooning and quiet acoustic guitars. Sheeran penned the emotional ballad "I See Fire" for the end credits of the movie. His first solo track released in two years gave Sheeran the opportunity to produce the song and play all the instruments, including picking up a violin for the first time. "Managed to learn violin for a day," he tweeted earlier last week. "Hope you all dig it." The haunting a cappella open of the tune proves that Sheeran totally nailed the "Hobbit" sensibility. "Oh misty eye of the mountain below/Keep careful watch of my brothers' souls," he sings.
"And should the sky be filled with fire and smoke/Keep watching over Durin's son." A gently strummed acoustic guitar then comes in as Sheeran sings anew about fire and flames, grasping at ropes, raising glasses of wine and dying in unison. There are promises of more fire and flames, that is, until "Desolation comes upon the sky." The stark black-and-white video shows the British songwriter in the recording studio, laying down his vocal harmonies and guitar. Jackson captured the moment when a starry-eyed, hoodie-wearing Sheeran first walked into the studio, looking surprised by the camera and asking where he should set up his gear.
It's a fittingly intimate clip for Sheeran, who actually produced and recorded all the instruments himself (apart from the weepy cello line). The black-and-white performance footage of Sheeran is intercut with full-color scenes from the film, which, of course, also contain images of fire, so much fire. At one point, the studio scene switches to color and we see the singer sitting on the arm of a couch playing the song's melancholy violin solo and tweaking lyrics on this laptop. The nearly six-minute clip ends with a grinning Sheeran getting his photo taken with Jackson and some of the other essential soundtrack crew in the studio.

Yuna moseys through a nice day in "I Wanna Go"

Fresh off the release of her "Sixth Street" EP this past May, the Malaysian-bred indie soul singer Yuna returns as she enjoys the sunny California weather and adds a scenic, playful, summery visual interpretation to the Pharrell-backed artist's album opener "I Wanna Go." The spirit of untainted romance is beautifully captured in "I Wanna Go" video from skating the streets, to prancing in gardens, and walking on the beach, Yuna follows her photographer boyfriend wherever the day takes them, she reinterprets her upbeat summer ballad atop a bed of vibrant images, vintage photography and blissful Californian landscapes.
The 26-year-old highly regarded songbird is an artist we have been keenly following for several years now, and, along with us, she has captivated many in the music biz including the likes of Billboard, MTV, SPIN and Russell Simmons with her thoughtful, life-affirming songwriting and enchanting voice. Her sweet, unique and gently beautiful voice and effortless style offering up the confession that regardless of any trepidation in the face of that which is unfamiliar, she is willing to go wherever with that special someone.
The upbeat breezy summer ballad is accompanied by an equally playful aesthetic, which highlights Yuna being followed around by a certain male companion. This song encapsulates when precious moments are met with sweet melodies. It doesn't get much more summery than Yuna's new video for "I Wanna Go." Yuna croons sweet melodies as she moseys through a perfectly relaxed day, alternately skateboarding, painting, and running through flowery fields without dropping a note. Yes, the video may feel a bit too sweet like a commercial for the ultimate spring day, but the music is just as solid as the Yuna we know and love from earlier projects.
Interspersed with vintage-inspired shots of the singer, the video featuring an innocent love story between she and her leading man, is a perfect match for the summer months, and also featuring a laid-back sunny locale, full of lush greenery and flora and a sun-soaked dedication to Yuna's long-distance lover and is sure to brighten any dreary day you encounter. Watch as she runs among the flower beds then lives out a beach-side romance below. If this doesn't put you in summer mood, I don't know what will.

Tom Odell has used up tears on "Another Love"

Hotly-tipped UK singer-songwriter Tom Odell has released a new version of music video, which has been billed as a short film, for his stirring piano ballad, "Another Love," the the lead single and title track off his acclaimed debut extended play, "Songs from Another Love," that earned him the 2013 British Critic’s Choice Award, as well as the third single from Odell's debut long-player, "Long Way Down," which is due out June 24th through Columbia records, as he told Digital Spy, "is about the end of a relationship."
Atop beautiful piano compositions by this classically trained musician, who storing all his ideas on a Dictaphone for years before moving up to London so that more people could hear his music. Disguised by unmistakable youth and porcelain skin, Odell carries experience, heart break, and emotional depth. The British 22-year-old falls into a space that borders James Blake's minimalistic territory, yet spills over into Alex Clare's soulful emotionality. "Another Love" has a similar recipe in its soft-sounding verse: "I want to cry and I want to love, but all my tears have been used up." Suddenly, it gets all fired up giving it a grand atmosphere, where violent acoustic strums, heavy keys and solid beat align it with Mumford and Sons.
Odell explained the tune: "It's about a particular relationship that I had. It's that feeling a lot of people have when they're in a new relationship but they can't stop thinking about the last one. When I was 16 or 17 I fell in love with someone and she broke my heart, and that's what 'Another Love' is about." The track reminds us that love knows no age and teenagers can often feel the brunt of its lasting scars–for the unlucky in love. He explains, "All my tears have been used up on another love. I want to fight, but my hand's been broken one too many times. Yeah, I'll sing a song that'll be just ours, but I sang 'em all to another heart." Will he love again? We hope so, for the sake of one lucky heart out there.
British heart wrenching crooner Odell has channeled the pain and tears of "Another Love" into a mysterious video that chronicles the search for a missing woman, and the protagonist's inability to recognize his lost love even when she's right in front of him. The visuals are compelling because they speak to the message of the song, what happens when we let our heart get stuck so far in the past, bound in fear, that we don't see the happiness that could be ours, that's within arm's reach. Filmed by Jamie Thraves and was filmed whilst Odell was in LA for his sold-out Troubadour show in May. Like most good narratives, the film ends with serenity even though there’s not complete closure.

Katie Melua Debuts "The Bit That I Don't Get"

Katie Melua has debuted a music video in support of her latest offering "The Bit That I Don't Get," from British singer's upcoming fifth studio album "Secret Symphony," will be released in the U.K. on March 5. The Georgian-born singer/songwriter's new album is an exquisite collection of songs that perfectly showcases the unique, instantly recognizable voice. The record allows Melua's distinctive voice and the songs to truly shine.
The "Spider's Web" singer was Britain's best-selling female musician just four years ago. But the public hasn't seen much of sultry singer Melua of late. Husky-voiced Melua, 27, takes fans to enjoy her performance at Ronnie Scott's before giving them a quick look at her when she's not on stage. It's fair to suggest that she's ever-so-slightly moved back into her comfort zone with "The Bit That I Don't Get."
"There is a simplicity to the album that I love," Melua told about "Secret Symphony" in an interview recently. "The last album was quite a challenge and there was a lot of soul-searching. This time, I just wanted to sing. On this record I simply wanted to find beautiful songs and to really sing my heart out. This album was going to be my 'singer's album.' I had always wanted to do this one day; singing other people's songs brings something out of you and your voice that isn't perhaps where you would have gone vocally with your own material."
Prior to the release of "Secret Symphony," Melua has performed two nights at Ronnie Scott's in London on February 6th & 7th. These shows given fans a rare opportunity to see her beautiful songs and unique voice which have touched millions and she is one of Britain's most successful artists of the last decade, in such an intimate setting. The clip combines footage from her performance at Ronnie Scott's with montage which shows a closer look at her from behind the scene.

Brandon & Leah Premiered "Life Happens"

Brandon & Leah are ready to storm your beaches, biatches. The Malibu-based acoustic pop-folk duo (and couple) have released the music video for their album's first track and debut single, the upbeat "Life Happens." Brandon & Leah try to capture in their music the balmy summertime spirit of their hometown. Judging by their debut album and single, "Life Happens," they pull it off with ease.
"Brandon" is actually Brandon Jenner, son of Bruce Jenner and stepbrother to the entire Kardashian clan. And "Leah" is Leah Felder, daughter of guitarist Don Felder of Eagles fame. Brandon & Leah have been making music together since their high school days. Passing on the Sunset Boulevard nightlife in Malibu, the super-attractive power couple chose instead to spend their time surfing and singing on bonfire-lit beaches. "Everything is groove based," says Brandon. "We like things with a positive, beach vibe. If our songs don’t make you want bob your head, then we haven't done our job."
"Life Happens" is a cheeky, laid-back and sweet pop song with a vibe reminiscent of Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz. Vocally, Leah's sunny sound reminds us a bit of Colbie Caillat mixed with the sass of Karmin's Amy Heidemann. The new album showcases the duo's high, bright sound: plenty of ukulele and upfret acoustic guitar, Caribbean-flavored beats and Leah's honeyed lead vocals. They tend to write about the myriad connections and disconnections between people, but the mood is always light and fun.
In the video, Brandon & Leah do supercute coupley things: riding bikes together, frolicking on the beach, surfing and baking a homemade cake. They even pick fresh fruit from an orchard. Romance! As the video goes on, you quickly realize that you're in the presence of what is quite possibly the happiest couple on Earth and then you dump your mediocre boyfriend immediately. With the new album, single and "Life Happens" video, Brandon & Leah are set to take on the world. And with so much momentum going for the duo, the world had better get ready for a captivating new musical vision. "We can't wait on anyone to say yes," says Leah, who is fired up and ready to go. "We're responsible for our own future."

Dia Frampton Falls For "The Broken Oness"

Dia Frampton, who came in second on the first season of NBC's "The Voice," released her first video for "The Broken Ones," a cover of a 2007 song by the contemporary gospel group The Talley Trio, is the lead single from the folk pop singer's upcoming solo album "Red," her first album release post "The Voice" on December 6. Women always fall for the broken ones, and Frampton is no exception. The song has a nice melody and Frampton's voice is, as always, enchanting, though the lyrics are a little cumbersome at times.
There is life and a career for those who lose a reality talent competition. This 24-year-old first season runner-up from St. George, Utah is half Korean and half Dutch. Her career aspiration has been to be a voice-over actress, but her considerable singing talents may just steer her elsewhere. A life-long bookworm, Frampton also writes novels and children's books. Describing the concept of the video, she said: "I'm the protector of the broken ones. We live out in the forest and some invaders come in and we battle them and of course we win!"
"The Broken Ones," is a pop-rock power ballad that finds Frampton wanting to protect all the disenfranchised people of the world. The song has a folk inspired vibe and the lyrics tell a story about being able to love someone, even with all of their flaws. "It's just a beautiful song about loving the faults that people have," Frampton says of the track. "I've done that a lot in my life. If somebody has something that some people think is weird or a little off, that's something I'm drawn to the most."
The new single showcases Frampton's stunning vocal range and ability to translate a more folk song into a pop hit. In the stylish video for "The Broken Ones", Frampton plays piano outside under trees before walking in a field among warring factions and admitting how she loves the broken people in life. Frampton comforts fallen pals on the ground before war breaks out between what looks like two tribes of hipsters. Directed by David McClister, who told that "The Broken Ones" is described as a cross between 'Where the Wild Things Are,' 'Lord of the Flies,' and 'Peter Pan's Lost Boys'."

Kina Grannis Made Jelly Beans "In Your Arms"

After picking up the award for "Best Web-Born Artist" at MTV's O Music Awards, the YouTube starlet Kina Grannis has recently made headlines with her colorful stop-motion jellybean video for "In Your Arms," one of the stand out tracks from her album "Stairwells." The video accumulated over 2 million views and the stop-motion meets pointillism clip takes us through the timeline of her relationship. Watch it after the jump and find out exactly how this idea was brought to life over the course of two years!
Music videos need to be memorable if they want to stand out from the crowd in the 3 minutes of play time they usually get. Some videos succeed as a result of their concept, others triumph because of a catchy hook. But sometimes, the concept and hook form a perfectly symbiotic relationship, making music video magic. The 26-year-old Japanese American singer songwriter' sweet video for "In Your Arms," is one of those rare videos to nail both, as the catchy song is backed by a awe-inspiring video made entirely from using hundred thousand jelly beans!
This Greg Jardin-directed video is a testament to the vibrant visuals that can be made by extreme patience and a quarter of a million candies. The song is a little too sugary, but the effect is really sweet. The video is a wonderfully unique and stunning concept following on from the success of her previous imaginative and creative video ideas. The video is particularly astonishing, because itself made entirely from Jelly Belly Jelly Beans, 288,000 of them to be exact and took over 22 months and 1357 hours to make, comprising of a total of 2460 frames. Anything like that is at least worth 3 minutes of your time.
It of course, features one Grannis, who playfully finds her way through an array of colorful and magical scenery while her beautifully charming vocals are heard floating over the accompanying acoustic guitar and violin. The fun and innovative visuals created for "In Your Arms" ensures that the video is not just designed to be a remarkably memorable but also a real sweet treat for the eyes. "I want to make a video that is very unique and really creative and feels hand-made," Grannis said. "Something that stands on its own and people want to show other people." Well, mission accomplished!

Grove Gets Revenge In "This Little Girl" Video

Emerging pop singer-songwriter Cady Groves has premiered the music video for her sassy single "This Little Girl," the first single off her upcoming debut major label release, which is due out in early 2012. The country star and 'The Voice' coach Blake Shelton makes an appearance as a tow truck driver in the video, as Groves getting revenge on a cheating boyfriend in all kinds of ways.
"Every girl is capable of murder if you hurt her. Watch out, you don't push me any further. You're not the only one walkin' 'round with a loaded gun. This little girl is capable of murder 'cause you hurt her," warns 21-year-old on her debut RCA Records single "This Little Girl." It's an upbeat, edgy pop jam that, aside from it brimming over with the Oklahoma-bred songstress' sass and bite, comes packed with solid production work by Kristian Lundin. It's no wonder that Groves has a way with words when writing about relationships.
"No other girl could sing these songs, because they're my life experiences," Groves says about the material she's recorded for her debut record. "That's what I wanted. The album reeks of heartache; it's about a girl just trying to figure out life." With enough lyrical vitriol to have Kelly Clarkson shining up her rifle and just the right kind of synth-pop pulsations in between the song's punchy production to set Ellie Goulding's heart a-flutter, this little girl is definitely capable of murder-not to mention a ridiculously promising career. Just don't stand in her way!
The up-and-coming singer shot her video in Los Angeles last month with famous director Nathan Cox. The frustrated Groves sets out to find evidence that her boyfriend is cheating. She catches him red-handed. Shelton is determined to get 'this little girl' off the street, but the singer is lying in wait in the shadows in the backseat of the car. "I was dating someone who I genuinely thought I was going to spend the rest of my life with," Groves explaining the back story for single. "He ended up having a whole separate life apart from me that I still can't even digest to this day." But as we know, revenge can sometimes be very, very sweet.

Never Shout Never Debut Trippy "Time Travel"

Never Shout Never have premiered the spacey video exclusively on AOL Music for "Time Travel," the title track from Pop-rockers's latest third full-length release, which has just dropped on Tuesday. The band's experimental, layered new album will also be the first release to feature a full permanent band, and it shows what follows is the sound of a fully realized, four-piece unit at their moment of self-discovery.
Popular one-man-band Never Shout Never was formed in Joplin, Missouri in 2007. After several releases as Christofer Drew's solo project, Never Shout Never recently made the transition from Drew's one-man-show to a full group, including longtime friends Caleb Denison, Taylor MacFee and Hayden Kaiser. The new album's tracks are more heartsick rather than the usual happy toned songs he's known for. The title track "Time Travel" with a lighter tone, explains how Drew tries to find his faith again. "Simplistic Trance-Like Getaway" describes getting away from all that's going on in the world.
The latest effort, "Time Travel," certainly sports a more experimental, layered rock sound than Drew's previous efforts, and it also has less ukulele sound to it unlike previous albums. Despite the differences between "Time Travel" and his earlier albums, fans are sure to love this album just as much as the others. Never Shout Never does not disappoint with his new work, and "Time Travel" has already made the Top 25 Sellers. The band self-produced their new LP, so it's no surprise that they had a hand in the production of the video for "Time Travel," too.
Never Shout Never's new video for "Time Travel" pays homage to its title with space-age lights, exploding fireworks, and white flashes reminiscent of stardust. There's also a pretty sweet fog machine as the video fades to close. Appropriately enough, the clip finds the guys rocking out in front of an illuminated time machine. "I wanted to make this album more of a little concept," Drew said. "I just wanted it to be different than anything that we've done; I wanted it to be a little more trippy. I've always thought that it would be awesome to travel through time. I watch a lot of the History Channel."

Seth Glier Ended Up With "Walk Katie Home"

MPress Records & USA Today have premiered the music video for the talented singer/pianist Seth Glier's new single "Walk Katie Home" from his critically acclaimed album "The Next Right Thing," which isn't just an album title – it's a way of life. Glier, a boyishly handsome folk/pop singer, shows off his velvety voice and lyrical prowess in his sophomore project. The rising folk sensation set out to document the ways in which he and the people he encounters on the road, attempts to do "the next right thing, as opposed to the next thing right."
The emerging folk/pop troubadour fantasizes wistfully on this new catchy tune about a star-crossed romantic liaison with a certain girl in New York that's simply not meant to be. The easy-to-grasp melody, however, is the real thing, and the delivery from the Massachusetts-based singer rings true. He says the song is a reflection on what he wishes had happened: "I drove down to St. Marks Place in New York City one weekend to take a girl I had a crush on out to dinner," he recalls. "I ended up walking her home, and then she started dating a glockenspiel player. That's life, I guess." This is a young man with a distinctive voice, a falsetto that sticks to your ribs, and can he write songs.
Shot on a freezing cold day this past March at the strikingly beautiful Beacon Theater in New York, the Tom Moore-directed video boasts grand sweeping images of the gorgeous theater mixed with shots of NYC, the second character in this unabashedly romantic and tender love song. Featuring Glier and his love interest "Katie" played by up-and-coming actress Carissa Dagenais, the emotion of the video was heightened by Glier's visible breath in the performance shots at the ice-cold theater.
The 22-year-old will grab your attention with fearless vocal delivery, musical exuberance and seasoned songwriting beyond his years, if not with his powerful falsetto or his melodic prowess, then with what Performer Magazine calls his "intoxicating groove." Glier, who's winning legions of fans with his romantic ballads and moving lyrics, wants to touch people with his verse and music. "I'm an ambassador," he says. "I travel from place to place carrying my songs and stories with me, and I want people to leave my show changed. Some people won't remember the songs I sing, but they will remember how they felt while hearing them. That's what I want to do – to remind people, including myself, why we're here: to connect!"

Mat Kearney Picks Up Tempo With "Hey Mama"

Nashville pop voice Mat Kearney has recently released a new video for his punchy bright new song "Hey Mama." The toe-tapping, super-infectious tune is the lead single from Kearney's upcoming fourth studio album, "Young Love," is due for release on August 2. Audiences are probably already familiar with Kearney's infectious tunes as he's had several hit songs from past releases and featured in many TV shows.
Kearney, now 32, is a talented songwriter, a legitimate artist. "Hey Mama" is a catchy, well-crafted, fun, and clap-inducing tune perfect for summertime drives, so it's no surprise that it's already taking off on commercial radio. The track is about his wife, and the fact that she played hard to get for a while. Luckily, she gave in, like a doe tiring after being chased by a cheetah, he got the girl, and he got an incredible song! Kearney described it as being a "return to innocence." "Blinking Lights and Intimate Things" was considered as an alternate album title.
The Oregon born and Tennessee based musician says about the album and it's first single: "It's been an amazing year for me personally, spiritually, and creatively. I finished my new record, 'Young Love,' signed with a new record label...,oh, and met and married the woman of my dreams. We exchanged vows under a canopy of southern weeping willows on blazing June evening. It was amazing. I wrote 'Hey Mama' about that first day we met between the shoe table and the dress rack. The chorus popped into my head driving home one night. I recorded some hand claps & a big bass drum and wrote the rest dancing around my living room that night. I hope you feel some of the butterflies."
The music video for "Hey Mama" was filmed in black and white, and shot on 16mm fill and that obviously makes it that much cooler. It features a whole bunch of dancing, fire eating, couples flirting and a whole bunch of clapping. The images coupled with the upbeat and dance-tastic tune make for a feel good video that will get anyone's toes tapping. The clip shows New Orleans in such a beautiful way. So I hope you enjoy that.

Priscilla Ahn: "I Don't Have Time To Be In Love"

Los Angeles-based Folk /Pop singer-songwriter Priscillia Ahn has released a new music video for her stand-out song "I Don't Have Time To Be In Love," a track off her latest sophomore album "When You Grow Up." The music video for her love song take you high in the sky. Ahn takes your through a musical journey of falling in love with someone, even when you claim "I Don't Have Time To Be In Love." It's another simple but elegant video that doesn't lose Ahn's grass-roots appeal.
Ahn was born in Georgia to a Korean mother and an American father, but she tries not to feel pressure to represent as one of the first Korean-American singers in the public eye. Only a few months ago, she was standing on a scenic Kauai bluff with her longtime beau, actor Michael Weston, and 10 of their closest friends, reciting spur-of-the-moment wedding vows. The 27-year-old musician wasn't planning on becoming a bride so soon. Ahn ponders love, play, creativity. She has a sweet, supple voice. and at home, she's secretly rather squirrelly.
Dovetailed nicely into the maturity-themed songs, "When You Grow Up," follow-up to her 2008's debut release "A Good Day," finds the singer-songwriter plumbing the theme of growing up, and its attendant eponymous pains, throughout its 12 acoustic-based songs, which thread a loose storyline through life's ups and downs with Ahn's angelic voice narrating experiences beginning with childhood, progressing through cycles of romance and heartbreak. "I Don't Have Time To Be In Love" ponders what it takes to be in a relationship.
The song was produced by UK studio whiz Ethan Johns, and recorded on his home turf of Bath and London. But don't take the track too seriously, cautions the lissome-voiced singer. It's a slow but soothing and a mesmerizing song with just a touch country sentimentality. With just bell-like keyboards, drums and voice, Ahn delivers a deceptively slow answer to the album's core thematic question that is also one of its catchiest and most radio-ready. Watch and listen along as her angelic voice on the romantic and intimate moments on this single, and it proclaims words of doubt and reason, swooning away for a love's truth. Chime in with the catchy chorus, and get swept away by this songstress' melodies.

Alex Goot Premiered His Video For "Pretty Eyes"

The upcoming pop artist Alex Goot just released his new official lovely-dovey video for his original single "Pretty Eyes," from his three track EP "Read My Mind," which is available now on iTunes. Collaborated with Kurt Hugo Schneider, who is director of photography and colorist for the video, and said it was an awesome experience. He also states: "He is an incredibly talented dude."
Goot is a one man pop rock and acoustic band from Poughkeepsie, New York. He provides the vocals, drums, guitars, keyboards & programming for all his songs, some of which are his own written work and others, covers of classic and modern pop songs. He began recording music in 2004 at the age of 16, and since then has gained popularity from his profiles on websites such as Purevolume and Myspace, on which he distributes some of his music and provides news and regular updates to his increasing fanbase on his progress. Goot also maintains one to one contact with his fans via such websites and loves to hear from those who appreciate his work.
Nearly all of his videos show him playing every single instrument and sound that you can hear. Goot truly is a talented young man and I'm sure he’ll go a long way. The song "Pretty Eyes" itself is beautifully written and produced. I like how raw it sounds, yet it's not an acoustic or anything. Often times, I'm so used to hearing auto-tuned pop music on the radio, it's nice to listen to something that the music video just takes the pretty factor up another notch. With Goot's sweet voice, the song sounds very romantic.
The music video is basically about the chemistry between him and his love interest, the girl, Starring Julie Shain, with the pretty eyes. The lyrics are really sweet and his vocals are well harmonized. Shain was also featured in Schneider's other video called "Nothing Left Unsaid." Goot did only one self-made album with dozens of cover songs from Michael Jackson to Katy Perry in August 2010 and two singles at the end of the year which kinda makes me think why we never heard about him. His "Pretty Eyes" video already hit over 1,800,000 views on Youtube!

Angus and Julia Stone Debut "Babylon" Video

Australian brother/sister duo Angus & Julia Stone released a new video, directed by Josh Groom for their song "Babylon," off their debut 6-track EP, "Chocolates And Cigarettes." Distributed in the US by WMG. "Babylon" is a lovely soulful tune in the vein of the Nutini/Blunt style that is currently in vogue. Angus & Julia Stone's intimate and cinematic folk music is anchored by the band's namesake siblings, with percussionist Mitch Connelly and bassist Clay McDonald adding their own contributions and instrumental flourishes to the mix. Growing up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, the Stone siblings were taught the history of pop music from an early age by their father, who played in a cover band.
The twosome's debut EP was written and recorded live at home, helping to give it a calm and remarkably chilled quality. Likened to Portishead and Damien Rice, the Stones alternate lead vocals across the EP. Angus has the better voice, with its country drawl which evokes hints of Paul Simon. Julia's is weak, thin and fractured and there are far better exponents of the fragile little girl sound than her. Although the whole EP is well put together, the lyrics and accompaniment are good, it's let down by the quality of some of the vocals. There are some promising tracks here, but you'd perhaps be better off waiting for Angus to go solo.
Having spent the last two years touring the world in support of their critically acclaimed debut "A Book Like This." Angus & Julia Stone return with their eagerly anticipated sophomore release "Down The Way." Themes of lost love and yearning weave through, they make their debut as producers, and develop their sound without losing the spirit of their debut. There's been a subtle shift in gear, evidence of a growing confidence - the music gravitates from sparse to rich and textured arrangements yet never loses its etherealness and charm.
"Babylon" was used in the American television dramas "Army Wives," and "House Rules" pilot. Once again the duo share song-writing duties - their individual styles juxtaposing yet complimenting the other. On "Down The Way," Angus & Julia Stone showcase thirteen lovingly crafted songs reflecting a myriad of emotions. Another graceful step on a remarkable musical journey. Over the course of the last three years the duo have ventured everywhere from the Scottish Highlands to the heart of the USA. With a worldwide tour kicking off in their native Australia, the siblings are set to continue to win yet more hearts across the globe in 2010.

Joshua Radin Debuts "Streetlight" On AOL Music

AOL Music is exclusively premiering Joshua Radin's new video for his new single "Streetlight," the new single from the acoustic singer/songwriter's third studio album "The Rock and the Tide," released on October 12, and they're also giving away the jigsaw puzzle featured in his video to one of our readers. Want to win the puzzle that's featured in the video? AOL Music are picking a random winner from their followers. Leave a comment at the AOL Music page to enter, or retweet their @AOLMusic tweet. Stop motion puzzle animation in video very original!
From the Shaker Heights suburb of Cleveland via New York and Los Angeles, 36-year-old went to Northwestern University to study drawing and painting, but changed his career course after actor Zach Braff heard his demo of the song "Winter," that launched Radin's career. Soon, there was a big demand to hear more from Radin. Other Hollywood types found his music just as evocative, and various Radin songs were being heard 75 times on a string of hit US TV shows (Grey's Anatomy, Brothers and Sisters, American Idol, One Tree Hill, So You Think You Can Dance, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Eli Stone), as well as movies (The Nanny Diaries, The Last Kiss, Catch and Release) and ads, even before anyone knew who he was.
"This song 'Streetlight' is a reminder to myself to try to be more patient in my life. Sometimes I dream of the girl I'll fall in love with and she's always standing under a streetlight." Radin says the lyrics represent "...a reminder to myself to chill out." Radin is the uniquely word-of-mouth global success story that's just about to get a whole lot bigger with the release of his third album "The Rock and The Ride," which Radin has described "is a very different record for me. Not only did I change the way I recorded for this one (it's all live) but when writing the songs I wanted to try new approaches. I wanted each song to sound different from the next."
Radin plays the role of the quiet, romantic, sensitive guy, obsessed with his own heart and that which surrounds it, and does it all pretty convincingly. His soft, pillowy voice has been compared to singer-songwriters James Taylor and Paul Simon, which is a bit daunting, but he's got room to grow. Radin even performed at the wedding of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, according to the Los Angeles Times. Radin is an artist in the tradition of greats like Nick Drake and Elliott Smith – confessional folk-pop craftsmen who could say more with a whisper than most can with a scream.

Live Hart Premiered "Please Don't Say It's Over"

Live Hart has just premiered her highly anticipated music video for latest single "Please Don't Say It's Over." The video for song illustrates Hart's creative side with a mix of colorful animation. Directed by Adam Gambrel for Blulite Productions and shot in Winter Garden, Florida, the video represents a true indie artist at their best. "Working with BluLite Productions has truly been a blessing. Their professionalism and organization kept me at ease during the entire process. Adam created a video treatment that truly embodies the message of the song and its simplicity. BluLite Productions is the best!" says Hart.
"Live" is defined as "exciting; something very enjoyable, a word used to express how good something is or something happening that's got a vibe!" "Live" is Live Hart and her music. This aspiring singer/songwriter knew at a very early age that the creative urges inside had to emerge and be heard. Hart writes from personal experiences that are common and complex, free-flowing and thought-provoking. "Please Don't Say It's Over," the first single off her upcoming release, touches on Hart's journey back to love from a remorseful past and showcases her unique writing style.
Hart has opened for R&B superstar Monica & legendary smooth Jazz/R&B songstress Miki Howard. She has also showcased at this year's Florida Music Festival. Hart has worked with and has written songs for many other artists. Her most recent rendering, "The Rain," was recorded by newcomer Rachel Black. She has also been creatively linked to super soul/funk singer Honey Larochelle and good friend, Shaun Fisher on several writing and recording projects. Hart has already been recognized for some of the songs that are to appear on her upcoming album, she also received a 2008/2009 Effigy Award Nomination for "Best Song in Style R&B" for "Please Don't Say It's Over." From the first cut on the album to the last - Real Music lives inside Hart.
On "Please Don't Say It's Over," Hart's gentle voice glides over the delicate stitch work of acoustic strings and a pensive piano line. One of the hallmarks of Hart's songcraft is the layers of background vocals present in every track. You'll hear their dulcet refrains on the watery "What Is Love," and "This Is Me," a limpid R&B ballad. Lyrically, the song veers towards trite, but it's hard to get critical when you're being lulled by a gossamer slow jam. So don't be surprised if one day in the not-too-distant future you hear her on the radio. Here's what to listen for: soft, pliable vocals spread over breezy, acoustic R&B. Through her live performances, heart-felt lyrics and her love for man-kind, Hart continues to connect with fans through her music; creating a more deeper and soulful connection every time they meet.

Katie Melua Finds "A Happy Place" In New Video

British-Georgian singer Katie Melua is out with the new video to her new single "A Happy Place," the second release off her latest Chart Topping fourth album "The House," which is a real leap forward lyrically, musically and vocally. With lyrics expressing her dismay at the overwhelming pressures of 21st century life over strident strings and military percussion, The single "A Happy Place" is perfect evidence of the more mature Melua who is now, it sees Melua push on from her familiar sound to establish herself as an intelligent pop chanteuse. The new album "The House," is also adding plenty of stylistic strings to her bow.
"A Happy Place," isn't quite the modern masterpiece its predecessor "The Flood" was but the William Orbit produced track is definitely much better than "Nine Million Bicycles." What also stands out is the track's wonderful video. The bright and attention-grabbing outfit works wonderfully well with the dark undertones of the song. The video itself was filmed in a paternoster lift, which is constantly moving and as there are no doors, you just walk in and hop off when you want. The constant movement and one's inability to actually stop it represents the constant flow of life, don'tchaknow. Melua explains to the Sun: "It was about finding peace within yourself no matter how much life is flowing in the right or wrong direction." Melua definitely uses her creative juices for her music videos these days.
Plucked from music school obscurity by songwriter/producer Mike Batt, who'd been looking for a vocalist capable in both jazz and blues styles, Melua is already a hit in UK, and she's also made a dent in the European and Australian record charts, but hasn't yet had much of an impact in America. She hasn't yet felt the need to exploit her youth by showing off her lean and healthy frame. The sexiest thing about this young lady is still her smooth, sultry voice, and we don't expect to be seeing her writhing around in a music video displaying fresh breast implants any time soon. What I like most about Melua's new style is that she has simply evolved her music into something more grand and less irritating, not changing it and abandoning her old fans. And also she manages the all important feat of doing it while keeping her clothes on.
Dark, beautiful and grown-up it's the moment Melua starts being taken seriously. In what has to be one of the biggest musical turnarounds in recent history, Melua has quickly gone from being a snooze-worthy, low-key singer songwriter with vaguely annoying, sleepy songs to one of the most arty, interesting popstars of 2010. Whether the 25-year-old has finally grasped creative control of her work or her record company have realized quirky is really in these days, I'm certainly loving the new direction she's taken with album "The House."

Michelle Branch & Timbaland Make A "Getaway"

Ever feel like you need to add some colour into your life and "Getaway" from the ordinary? Grammy-winner Michelle Branch and R&B/Hip-Hop producer Timbaland teamed up with MINI Cooper's new Countryman car to create this video inspired by the idea of getting away. The 26-year-old singer, best known for having a string of pop hits in the early 2000s, including "Everywhere," "All You Wanted," and "Breathe" before ditching pop to go country in the now defunct duo The Wreckers. She's been inching toward a comeback since late, last year.

"Getaway" is an upbeat song about wanting to escape from life's stressors for awhile and is expected to appear in Branch's upcoming solo studio album "Everything Comes and Goes," and it apparently the car inspired Branch to write "Getaway." "I saw the new car and I was inspired to write a song about getting away and getting out from the everyday confinements of life. Sometimes the fix for that is taking a road trip, so I worked on an exciting project with Timbaland and he produced the track with me."
The music video sees Branch hooking up with Timbaland in studio. The country, pop/rock singer is laying her vocal and strumming her guitar in the recording booth, while the rapper/producer is sitting behind the mixing table. "I love Michelle Branch, I love what she does," Tim said of his newest collaborator. "What I did was take her beautiful soft voice on my grungy, hard beats. Country meets Timbo." The excitement for the project is mutual. "I was so excited [to work with Timbaland]," Branch said. "My favorite part about music is when you can cross genres and try something new... We're very proud of it."
Branch's compelling new album for Warner Nashville has been long in the making and well worth the wait. "Everything Comes And Goes" is a breakthrough effort once and for all establishing Branch as a significant, grown up talent in her own right. It's a deeply personal statement of purpose from a singer-songwriter who's already experienced success in a variety of formats over the course of nearly a decade as a recording artist. Yet for all that she has already accomplished in her life. The resulting album offers the powerful, emotional and ultimately life-affirming sound of a gifted singer-songwriter who left some pieces of her heart behind, but found some new pieces along the way too. "I never consider what an album's about while I’m recording it," Branch says finally. "But in the end, I guess that 'Everything Comes And Goes' is really a record about passion--about wanting it, about losing it and then finding it all over again."