“I was writing music, and performing for years before making an appearance on the show. American Idol was just my way of getting myself out there, because I wanted to write and make music for a living. It is my passion.” Continue reading Lee DeWyze: American Idol winner to songwriting giant
“I was sucked into radio as a kid…loving the music, the flashy contests, etc. But what was most impressive to me was the way I felt as if I was listening to a friend.” Elvis Duran Continue reading Z100’s Elvis Duran talks about his career in radio
Comparable to a carefully crafted and aged whiskey, Mayer’s artistry and poise are top shelf, serving to only get better with time. Continue reading Video review of John Mayer’s ‘The Search For Everything’ tour
After years in the industry, the artistry of the band hasn’t tired and still lives up to every measure of expectation billed for their live shows. Continue reading In Memoriam of Chester Bennington
First reported by TMZ, the breaking news that Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington is dead at 41 years of age, has been confirmed. Bandmate Mike Shinoda tweeted, “Shocked and heartbroken, but it’s true. An official statement will come out as soon as we have one.” The reports claim his death was suicide by hanging at his residence in Palos Verdes on July 20, 2017. Chester … Continue reading Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington dead
Originally posted August 29, 2012 – 9:42 AM for Examiner.com Perez Hilton has been one of the most outspoken and opinionated voices on the leading edge of pop culture for at least a decade. The passion behind those opinions has lead to the discovery of some of today’s hottest Pop artists (i.e. Lady Gaga, Karmin and Greyson Chance) and, most recently, to the inspiration and release … Continue reading Exclusive conversation with Perez Hilton
Originally published April 17, 2014 – 1:50 PM MST on Examiner.com One of the most poignant and pleasant surprises of my weekend at the 13th Live In The Vineyard event was not only discovering that one of my favorite stores on earth, Restoration Hardware, is taking their prestigious brand and venturing into the music industry… But also, that they have signed two very dynamic and talented … Continue reading LITV Exclusive: Larkin Poe spice up the vineyards with their ‘Swampadelic’ sound
Originally published on November 18, 2015 – 3:19 PM on Examiner.com The innovative artistry of Skrizzly Adams has been garnering attention since the release of his debut EP ‘Stains‘ released in the Spring of 2014. It’s not often that an artist captures attention on first listen of their music, and then holds it for the duration of their debut EP. But Skrizzly did just that, bringing … Continue reading Skrizzly Adams on the ‘Tipping Point’ of big things
Originally published September 20, 2012 – 10:36 AM on Examiner.com Scott Mirkin of ESM Productions is the executive producer for some of this nation’s most acclaimed events. His resume boasts production on things ranging from the Phillies World Series Champions Parade Celebration in 2008 to Presidential speeches. Most recently he was networked in as one of the masterminds behind the hugely successful inaugural Made In America … Continue reading Scott Mirkin reviews his production work with Jay Z on Made In America Festival
Originally published September 5, 2012 2:38 PM MST on Examiner.com The historic and charming city of Philadelphia played host to the first annual Budweiser Made In America Festival, drawing out a sea of hip hop centric fans on Saturday and Sunday September 1-2, 2012. Jay Z orchestrated a diverse lineup of some of the industries finest that featured surprise headlining guests each night. Saturday evening Passion Pit … Continue reading Review: Made In America Festival, Jay Z catches the nation’s attention
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