We done blew it out on our journey to our momentous 500th show, Hunnypot Live #492! Changing it up a little we presented a panel on top of our normal panel, moderated by Kyle Emerson-Brown (Artist Manager) with Rosie Howe (Music Supervisor Netflix), and Tasha Peter (Music Supervisor Bad Sneakers) for a lively discussion on the current state of Music Supervision and the Music Industry.
We enjoyed the captivating sound of Los Angeles-based band Pretty., transporting you back to the unforgettable era of New Wave, the sensational Latina vibes of alternative Pop Urbano artist Dani B, and a mind-blowing, rock 'n' roll performance by power-trio Kid Baron. As a closer we partied to the culture-changing songs and irresistible beats of Doll Machine.
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Kyle Emerson-Brown is the creator of the Industry Talks music network. super connector. music catalog and asset broker. Also known for epic VIP industry pool parties!
Tasha Peter is a Music Supervisor and Coordinator at Bad Sneakers led by Kier Lehman. Tasha grew up singing with her sisters, playing multiple instruments and has always had an ear for music and a deep love for TV/Film.
After graduating from Belmont University with a BBA degree in music business and a minor in graphic design, Tasha started her career at Dreamworks Animation Television as a Music Assistant and quickly worked her way up to Music Supervisor. While at DWA, she worked on projects such as Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, Fast & Furious: Spy Racers, Gabby’s Dollhouse, and more. Tasha then transitioned to work as a Music Coordinator for Kier Lehman (Insecure, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, The Mitchells vs the Machines, etc.). She has coordinated on multiple TV shows and films including the award-winning series Abbott Elementary, Truth Be Told, CSI: Vegas, Nimona, House Party, On The Come Up, and many more. Tasha Music Supervised the Apple TV+ show, Life by Ella, and is currently working on two animated Apple TV+ shows in production.
Rosie Howe is a music supervisor and a creative biz wiz who works with filmmakers, TV producers, gaming companies, advertising agencies, and brands from all across the globe. Her superpower is procuring unforgettable music from artists, producers, and companies through artist relations, music supervision/licensing, and original music production. She loves to work with her diverse network of professionals to provide clients with the power of music.
Rosie is a member of the Guild of Music Supervisors and spends her free time providing helpful feedback and educational resources to musicians starting out through workshops, panels, and one-on-one sessions. She has been featured on Behind the Music podcast, panels and workshops for The Grammy Museum, Billboard, The Guild of Music Supervisors, Synckeepers, Music Biz Mentors, and has contributed to the magazine-style blog Ms. In The Biz.
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PRETTY. is a 5-piece band out of Burbank, CA that delivers a NEW New Wave sound combining elements of The Smiths, INXS, and The Killers. The group has been featured on several radio stations including 95.5 KLOS, BBC Lincolnshire, KCSN 88.5, KX 93.5, KVCM, WMFO, as well as some international stations. When on the number one morning radio rock show, The Heidi and Frank Show they were interviewed and featured on the “Stay or Go” segment and received one of the highest approval ratings in the segment's history with a whopping 98%.
Currently, PRETTY. has a commercial airing for the historic Greek Theatre and Mercedes Benz which features their song “HYA” from the EP, “honey, it was paradise”. The EP was the highest-rated project in the May issue of the industry magazine, Music Connection and featured in the end-of-the-year Top Artist special issue.
Having packed out shows at The Peppermint Club, Bardot-Hollywood, Resident DTLA, among many others, the group delivers an energetic stadium-like live performance impacting audiences of all ages.
Dani B is an alternative Pop Urbano artist, she has more than 660k followers on Tiktok and over 80k on Instagram and YouTube. After signing with Austral Records in 2022, at just 18 years old, she was already invited to take part in the Stgo Flow festival with artists such as Pailita, Soulfia, and Jordan 23 among others. Just a month after releasing her debut album "Huellas", which had already reached more than 50k plays on Spotify. She also has been chosen for the official playlists of Spotify's "Pop Chile", and "Latin Fresh Finds" and as the cover of Amazon Music's "Sector Pop" and "Alternative Sector", where other Chilean artists such as Princesa Alba and Cami are also found. In turn, her audience has grown considerably after the singer's appearance on open television in the program "El Retador" from Mega, one of the largest channels on Chilean television. After this, she shared the stage with Denise Rosenthal and Francisca Valenzuela on February 17, 2023 at the Grade 3 festival, at Sporting de Viña del Mar.
Currently, she is preparing many releases for 2023, including national and international collaborations. New music brings a new and refreshing sound. In addition, the artist is preparing a tour in Canada and the United States in July.
Kid Baron, an alternative rock band hailing from Los Angeles, was established in 2022 by Jack Griffo (lead vocals, guitar) and Tristen Bankston (lead guitar). Drawing inspiration from renowned groups like Incubus, Muse, Nothing But Thieves, and Foo Fighters, the band aims to create music that resonates with their audience. According to Jack Griffo, the band's inception was fueled by his personal struggles, which he transformed into something beautiful. "It started with pain. Turning my troubles into something beautiful has brought me so much purpose and made me understand art more than I ever had," he shared.
The band has already achieved significant milestones, such as playing the Troubadour, opening for The Dangerous Summer at the Roxy in October, and selling out a headline show at the Viper Room last May. Completing the trio is drummer Preston Huber.
Genre-defying recording artist, composer, and producer Doll Machine has been electrifying stages with her unique and culture-challenging performances.
With roots in electronic, hip-hop, pop, jazz, and punk, doll machine brings forth a new level of artistic authenticity and self-expression. She’s co-written with Grammy-nominated Telepopmusik, house legend DJ Robbie Rivera and is currently working on a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist, Really Doe. She’s also the co-founder and creative director of the monthly Japantown residency Multi-Player.
Read Doll Machine's recent feature in SPIN Magazine, watch her Day In The Life video.
#491 One word, EPIC!
The night was ablaze as Hunnypot residency Fencer took the stage, unleashing an explosive performance that matched the intensity of the grandest festivals. Their high-octane energy was unparalleled, making it a must-see show before festival prices come knocking! The excitement surged as queer, alt-pop sensation X. Ari rocked the crowd, leaving everyone on their feet and wanting more.
But the surprises didn't end there! The closing act, Electric Lecture, brought a special twist with none other than Hunnypot's own Jeff Gray joining in for a groovy collaboration. Their 70's style Americana music had the entire room swaying and moving, while their thought-provoking songs on crucial cultural topics struck a chord with the audience.
A heartfelt thank you to Tara Finegan from Cutting Edge for co-hosting this magical night and sharing her vast industry knowledge. With each show like #491, we're inching closer to the momentous milestone of #500. This night was truly EPIC, leaving a lasting impression and setting the bar high for future Hunnypot Live shows! #WhereMusicLoversGoToPlay
Tara Finegan is the Chief Operating Officer of Cutting Edge Group, the Grammy-award-winning music financier, record label, publisher, and services provider for film, television, advertising, and games.
In 2008, CEG launched the first ever-private equity fund focused solely on financing the music associated with feature films and television programs in exchange for the associated music copyrights. CEG has worked with the most significant media music composers in the world and has been involved with over 2000 feature films, television shows and video games to date, which have regularly featured in the Academy, Emmy and Grammy Awards, garnering 76 wins and 201 nominations. CEG’s divisions include Lakeshore Records (Record Label), Cutting Edge Music Publishing (Specialized Publisher), Music, Film (Music Licensing Platform), White Stork (Custom Music), Broadway Records (Musical Theater Label), Conduct (Asset Management) and CEG Analytics (Royalty Tracking & Analysis).
Fencer, the self-defined garage opera band, is leading a new era of rock music with their own undeniably, dynamic sound. The Los Angeles-based trio consists of vocalist and guitarist Field Cate, bassist Scott Sauve, and drummer Cameron Sauve. Only two years after their inception, they became fan-favorite openers for notable acts such as Badflower, The Wrecks, and Dead Poet Society.
Tackling the stigma surrounding mental health and its struggles, Field’s emotive and frenetic vulnerability resonates with listeners to further solidify the band’s electric presence. The trio have racked up an impressive 2 million listens across all streaming platforms, despite having not even released their debut album. Field’s synesthesia (seeing music in color), Scott’s vigorous bass lines, and Cameron’s expertise in self-producing flow together to create an eccentric style that is certain to become rock’s newest novelty.
X. ARI is a female Greek Jewish Canadian queer alt-pop singer-songwriter, mental health advocate, public speaker, and founder of non-profit WisdoMania Foundation from Toronto living in Los Angeles. Her life motto is all about turning “Pain Into Power” through art and self-care. Having comorbid mental health challenges is not her identity, but her superpower. X. ARI’s visceral lyrics transmit messages of hope as often as they ponder tragedy. Her sound comes to life in the middle. X. ARI just released two collaborations for Pride Month -Cheeriosft. DEVMO &Punching Bagft. Savage Nightingale. Her 7th EP “Songs for Dancers” is slated to release on September 15, 2023.
It is X. ARI’s mission is to use creativity to empower and raise awareness by using her platform to encourage others to turn their Pain into Power by finding their conduit for healing. Her goal is to make a global impact by spreading her message, light, and self-care tips to help heal the world by teaming up with others to make a meaningful impact.
Electric Lecture are the combined creative forces of Greg Ansin, Bronson Taalbi and Anthony J. Resta The story of Electric Lecture started in 1991, in Massachusetts. Before Bronson was even born., the third member of the group, produced a record called “Secede” for a band called Sleight of Hand. Greg played guitar in that group. They have been friends and making music since that time. Fast forward to 2019, at a Los Angeles club where Ansin asked Bronson “if he had rehearsal space?” Bronson said, “No.” So the journey began in what would become Electric Lecture and their debut album due out this fall. Compelled by impossible forces, guided by convictions of indifference, the three musicians are about to give a lecture... and it's going to be....... ELECTRIC.
This single “What If,” off the forthcoming self-titled album, out this fall, started from a guitar riff Anthony played one night and recorded on his phone and is a tongue-in-cheek look at conspiracy theories and the terror of “What if....” it all actually worked out. “We try to not take ourselves too seriously,” Greg explains about the songwriting process. “But it's hard not to sometimes. We just want to speak up. So we try to keep the words light with an underlying message.”
The music is a mix of XTC, Tom Petty, and Beck. Each member of the group plays multiple instruments. Bronson handles the lead vocals while Anthony and Greg lend in the background. Recorded at their practice space in Lawndale and Laurel Canyon where there is always music in the air.
The diverse backgrounds of the three musicians are the key ingredient in what gives Electric Lecture its unique flavor. Resta is a multi-instrumental musician having earned twelve RIAA-certified gold and multi-platinum awards for bands such as Duran Duran, Collective Soul, and Shawn Mullins. Ansin is a prolific songwriter and film producer, having produced numerous documentaries and horror films including Drive-In Horrorshow and Infinite Santa 8000. Bronson is a multi-instrumentalist and master guitarist. He along with his brother, Preston, are the “Taalbi Brothers.” Their energetic music has been featured in shows such as Dancing with the Stars, and has been the musical narration in of the most iconic scenes in Breaking Bad.
“ I grew up listening to the Beatles, Tom Petty, the Beach Boys, especially Pet Sounds,” says Resta. I love adventurous sonic innovators like Beck and Bjork. I feel like Electric Lecture is a wonderful vehicle for me to express myself in the purest musical way I can. It's all a dream really.”
Oh, The Times We've had! We got closer to the 500 mark with just 10 more official Hunnypot Live events to go. #490's line-up was simply amazing and we were thrilled to have acclaimed music supervisor Andy Ross back as our co-host for the night. You could relive the stellar recording by clicking on the links above.
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An award-winning music supervisor, senior executive and creative producer with over 30 years of diversified experience in the music industry, including stints as artist manager, head of music, label chief, and publisher. Responsible for the curation of music in over 200 film, TV and advertising projects.
Andy Ross won a Guild of Music Supervisors Award for his music supervision on the three-time Academy Award winning jazz movie Whiplash.
Currently Creative Director and co-founder at Exit Strategy Productions where he oversees all aspects of creative music production and works on the development, creation and production of feature films and TV projects. Andy is also co-founder and owner of One Stop Jazz Collective, the world's largest independent Jazz sync agency that pitches and creates world class Grammy and Emmy winning Jazz music for the world of visual media.
A “full-on rock n’ roll assault,” SØUNDHOOSE is an alternative, pop-punk inspired rock band, “cranking out rebellious anthems” that unapologetically declare their personal vendetta on mental warfare, breaking the stigma and ignorance around a topic that has been neglected but rages in us all. Composed of Jeremy Bauer (bass), Paul Burns (drums), and lead singer, “Mr. Bad Luck” himself, Brandon Smith, this dynamic, Los Angeles based trio is creating a safe community where fans can openly release their depression and anxiety and relinquish their seclusion to be united in music.
Edgy Alt Hip Hop meets Alternative with a sprinkle of Trombone. Los Angeles based artist Jake Knox takes the wheel and drives us into an unexplored region of the music industry. If you're unfamiliar, Jake Knox's first journey was with the multi platinum artist Bipolar Sunshine. They toured and wrote the song "Tears" which quickly spread and accumulated millions of streams. While on the road he met and partnered up with J.Patt from the EDM duo The Knocks and started production on his sophomore record "Breaking up with Dreams". The first two singles from the record; Better Parts, and Changes ft. Bipolar Sunshine, Chance Pena exploded onto the streaming world quickly gaining Spotify Editorial Placements, Apple Music Editorial Placements, and continues to rise through Discover Weekly.
After the initial success of the record, Jake now begins to roll out the singles from his third record “Jake is Dead”. The first single “Jake is Dead” was released Feb 3rd and almost immediately started gaining traction on Spotify's Discover weekly. After departing from his former label (Soundcloud) Jake begins his journey as an independent artist. The next few singles are expected to roll out as he takes the road for his 2023 tour.
Juliah, an emerging singer and songwriter, has the potential to become one of Brazil's future stars in the entertainment industry. Despite her youth, the artist has already embarked on a long journey and has been capturing the industry's attention with her impressive talent and abilities as a vocalist, producer, and audio engineer.
Her innovative approach and unwavering determination have resulted in critical acclaim for her debut EP titled "Nunchi," a lo-fi/hip-hop expression of her smooth and dreamy angelic voice - setting her apart from other artists in the industry. Each of her songs is an immersive journey into an alternative dimension, making Juliah a distinctive and noteworthy presence in the current music scene.
MUSZETTE has a sound all her own that is perhaps best described as a feeling rather than a genre. Her inspiring anthems have been amplified on networks like HBO, Disney, Netflix, and on shows/ads like Samsung, Queer Eye, Love Island, and commercials played during the Olympics and World Cup. The singer debuted one of her most recent singles "White Lies" on the 2023 SXSW first ever award winning virtual stage on Soundwaves.world in association w/ YOOM and Active Theory.
Empowerment is at the heartbeat of the MUSZETTE narrative, who has developed from her experience as a seasoned performer, songwriter and vocalist revealing her most unapologetic self yet. The moniker draws influence from the Greek goddesses (muses) who presided over song and the arts, adding potency to her uplifting messages of self-confidence.
JUNETEENTH JUBILEE "A CELEBRATION OF BLACK EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC"
A very special podcast/concert event was held on June 19th, 2023, by Hunnypot Live to celebrate Juneteenth - a holiday honoring the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. The event was co-hosted by industry professionals Yvette Metoyer & Emoni Matthews and showcased a lineup of talented Black musicians and artists, displaying their exceptional skills and creativity.
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YVETTE METOYER (MUSIC SUPERVISOR)An LA native, Yvette Metoyer started her career in the film & TV music industry as an assistant and later a music coordinator on a number of critical darlings, including the Emmy-award winning AMC series, “Breaking Bad”, as well as the equally compelling follow-up, “Better Call Saul”, and zombie apocalypse ratings juggernaut, “The Walking Dead”. In July 2020, Yvette decided to take the reins and founded music supervision company, Sounds In Color, which focuses on music supervision for film and television projects and also includes ad and promo production as well.
Some of her recent work can be seen in the third season of the smash hit Amazon original series, “The Boys” and the forthcoming buzzing spinoff series, “Gen V”; the fantastic futuristic Netflix animated series, “My Dad The Bounty Hunter”; the Fox Television crime drama series, “The Cleaning Lady”, and the forthcoming animated film, Jodie - an exciting nod to the nostalgic MTV series, “Daria”.
As a compliment to her career, Yvette has also focused on community support and volunteering. She is a chair member of the Guild of Music Supervisors Education Committee, which produces an annual conference centered on educating the film & TV industry about the field of music supervision and beyond.
Bringing with her a distinguished reputation in the music industry, Emoni Matthews serves as the Co-Founder and President of Music Supervision and creative licensing Services.
Always having a passion for music, Emoni accomplished the first major milestone of her career while still in college: she founded Entertainment Alliance” the first record label on a Historically Black College University. The label was completely operated by students. It still operates today serving as a liaison between the campus and industry professionals.
Next, Emoni landed the exclusive opportunity of interning at Paramount Pictures within the music archives department. Her knowledge and experience gained there catapulted her into her next endeavor: working with Grammy award-winning producer/engineer Darryl Swan. Following her graduation from Norfolk State University with a Bachelor of Music Media, Emoni was hired by her previous summer internship provider, Hunnypot Unlimited, as an on-call public relations assistant.
Simultaneously, she also began working as a Music Supervision Associate for Extreme Music. From there she ventured to Rostrum Records to spearhead the creation of their new one-stop shop catalog, DRIP Library. Following Rostrum Records Emoni served as Head of Music Supervision and Creative Licensing for House Music Group.
Emoni is living proof that it is important to aim high and never accept no as a final answer. She has the experience, talent, and ear for music that has translated into her fearlessness and determination to succeed and help others succeed along the way.
Kyaira is a 28-year-old soul singer/songwriter currently based in Washington, D.C. Her unique powerhouse vocals and soothing undertones are similar to the likes of Lauryn Hill, Jill Scott, and Ari Lennox. Her voice is the warm hug you never knew you needed. Since arriving to the DC music scene in 2012, Kyaira has performed with her band in local District venues such as City Winery, Union Stage, Eaton Hotel, and Songbyrd.
Kyaira has also released four singles, appeared on various projects for other local artists, and is currently working on her first E.P to be released in 2023. On the stage, Kyaira has opened up for artists such as Jade Novah, Candiace Dillard-Bassett, Nim, and DuPont Brass. While still relatively new in her artist career, one thing is for sure: Kyaira’s voice is her superpower and she is only going up from here.
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Gabrielle Hights is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. Born in Killeen, Texas and raised in Augusta, Georgia, her southern upbringing and classical music background greatly influence her sound and musical tastes today. Gabrielle has worked with artists such as Mya, Kevin Ross, Trey McLaughlin, and many more.
Currently based in the DC Metropolitan area, Gabrielle’s evolution as an artist has been heavily influenced by the DC music scene. With every performance, she is able to command and captivate an audience with her strong voice and engaging personality. Gabrielle believes in originality with every musical piece and often pulls from her choral background when composing and arranging. Her wide vocal range allows her to be fluid across genres as she is able to easily flow from a classical piece, to gospel, rhythm and blues, rock, and any other style of music that comes to mind.
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Jordan Hawkins, R&B’s rockstar, didn’t just appear overnight. His stunning sound has come together through years of passion and work, fusing together so many influences, inspirations, and collaborators. Born in Greensboro, North Carolina and raised in the church choir, he is following in the spirit of true performers, Prince, Jimi Hendrix, John Mayer, artists who took the guitar and brought their magic to life. Hawkins might have come to Southern California for school, but LA quickly became the perfect place to harvest a growing passion for music. He followed that passion, and now at just 26 years old, he has found his community and found his sound.
“Trying to find love in LA let alone anywhere in the world is never straightforward. 4Play details the evolution of a relationship fueled by sex, lust, and passion. Starting at a party and ending with the question ‘What are we?’ 4Play encapsulates stories from my life that I’m sure others will be able to relate to.”
With this narrative in mind, 4Play is Jordan's sophomore EP. Spanning nine tracks, the project has features from Phabo and Reggie Becton and production from close collaborators including Mike Hector, Bizness Boi, Blake Straus, Aja Grant, and the production collective of which Jordan is a part, NAIVE.
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Hailing from Los Angeles, CA, MyGuyMars (b. Lamar Edwards) is a multifaceted recording artist, best known for his production, songwriting and for his work as a solo musician. Born to musical parents, with his mother (Tracie Edwards) a singer and his father (Clifton Edwards Jr.) a minister, songwriter and artist, MyGuyMars grew up with the sounds of gospel, soul and R&B happily filling his family's household. This inspired him to explore his own talents from a young age, even playing organ each week in his grandfather's church.
In 2006, after co-founding 1500 or Nothin' – a band-turned-collective – MyGuyMars found himself working with the likes of hip-hop veterans such as Snoop Dogg, T.I. and Bobby Valentino. From working on the theme music for T.I.'s VH1 show, Family Hustle, to recording his own solo material, MyGuyMars has established himself as one of music's most trustworthy and go-to collaborators, often celebrated for his professionalism and humble nature.
He has since gone on to lend his production and songwriting expertise to the likes of a star-studded client list, including his mentors, T.I. and Snoop Dogg, as well as some of contemporary music's most talented and successful acts, including Chris Brown, Usher, Don Toliver, Saweetie, Mary J. Blige, Kehlani, R. Kelly, Drake, Faith Evans, Bow Wow, Tyga, Busta Rhymes, Bobby Valentino, The Game, Jay-Z, Lupe Fiasco, Master P, Jennifer Hudson, Marsha Ambrosius, Mya, Nelly, Wiz Khalifa, YG, 2 Chainz, Ty Dolla Sign, Nipsey Hussle, Mac Miller and more.
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The name Ben Reilly stands for two things. As an avid comic book collector, Ben Reilly wanted to pay homage to his favorite superhero Spider-Man, specifically the clone of Peter Parker’s Spidey in the comic book storyline in the Marvel Universe. It also means embracing who you really are. “Ben in itself is supposed to stand for ‘Be. Nahree,’” the Atlanta by way of Brooklyn artist says. “It’s supposed to represent me embracing myself from within.”
In 2021, the Abstract Media member made his solo debut with Freelance which featured the viral song "Maytag" Ben raps with hungry urgency like someone who knows their time is coming. He switches between rapping and delivering diary-like entries on themes of self-doubt, perseverance, and loyalty as he plays with different flows while distorting his voice.
“The music will speak for itself, especially in instances where my life is changing now,” he says. “I’ve been putting in the work and now it is starting to be seen. A lot of people are starting to recognize it.”
With a foundation deeply rooted in the Baptist Church, Cymone stuck to her roots by singing background for Motown's Gospel artists, Gene Moore, Chante' Moore, Mya, Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child, and countless others. She has decided to venture into the R&B and Pop space and currently supports Grammy-nominated artist Ella Mai on tour.
C. Cymone sums up her philosophy in life with one quote, "Make your passion your paycheck," and she is working everyday to do just that. She intends to bring a renewed sense of artistry to the music industry and aspires to be one of the most sought- after entertainers, vocalist, songwriters, and vocal producers. She is gearing up to release her debut EP, VII YRS LTR produced by Grammy Nominated, 5x Billboard charting producer DLo.
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Pop-fusion artist TK's unique life journey is reflected in his music as he masterfully blends R&B, alternative and rock sounds, influenced by the African rhythmic undertones of his heritage. Providence-born, Nigerian-bred, London-raised, DMV-hardened, and LA-based, TK takes listeners on an unparalleled journey of genre-bending music through vivid soundscapes and brilliant storytelling.
An innovator and disruptor in the web3 space, TK has been featured on top NFT platforms such as Sound.xyz, OpenSea, Zora and Catalog, selling out multiple NFT collections related to his music. Most recently, he ranked as the third all-time trending artist based on primary sales on Sound.xyz for his audio-visual NFT collection Eternal Garden, raising $50,000 of revenue in one week and receiving recognition from Billboard for his accomplishments.
With years of experience as a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, TK’s work with the world’s biggest musicians like Rihanna, The Weeknd, Usher, and Jaden & Willow Smith has shaped him into one of the most prolific artists of this generation.
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We laughed, we cried, we cheered, and ultimately, we were left completely breathless by all the awesomeness that just unfolded before us! What an unforgettable ride as we count down to the 500th show with an incredible line-up for #488! Emmy award-winning composer David Schwartz co-hosted the night, bringing his quirky television-defining scores and songs to the stage. Vincent & Theo, the COVID project from Schwartz and musician Julian Coryell, and the Folk/Americana stylings of Single Girl, Married Girl were unmissable. Hunnypot favorites and rising rock stars Fencer tackled mental health stigma with their dynamic garage opera sound. The night closed with a short and sweet PRIDE-inspired dance party set by NEKEITH. From the exhilarating start to the epic finale, Hunnypot was filled with non-stop musical greatness and FUN, including an endless supply of thrills and chills!
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David Schwartz is an Emmy award-winning composer that has helped define quirky television on both sides of the 21st century. He struck comedy gold with the cult NBC comedy series Arrested Development with regular collaborator Mitchell Hurwitz, where—from the opening strains of his ukulele swing theme song—Schwartz contributed score and songs that were both funny and mock-serious, jumping from genre to genre and providing an essential (and Emmy-nominated) layer to the show’s eccentric charm.
Recently, David was tapped by Amy Poehler to compose the music for her documentary directorial debut, the Amazon feature, Lucy and Desi from which a lush, cinematic score was inspired and secured him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary. Schwartz also composed music for the NBC series, Rutherford Falls, starring Jesse Leigh and Ed Helms, now in its second season, the hit NBC comedy, The Good Place starring Kristen Bell and Ted Danson, the final season of the prestigious HBO series VEEP, starring Julia Louis Dreyfuss, and the Fox drama series, Almost Family, starring Brittany Snow.
After returning for the resurrected fourth season of Arrested Development on Netflix, David joined forces with Pam Brady & Hurwitz on the second season of the Netflix original series, Lady Dynamite, starring Maria Bamford and Better Late Than Never starring George Foreman and William Shatner. Schwartz’s dusty, fiddled main title theme song for the lauded HBO drama Deadwood invited audiences into the criminal world of the old west every week, and was recognized with an Emmy nomination.
Previously, his chameleonic music for the beloved, Emmy-winning CBS series Northern Exposure set the peculiar tone of the show for all six seasons, as both underscore and songs emitting from the on-screen jukebox. His theme song for the show was nominated for a Grammy. His film work includes Alex Gibney’s Sundance hit Gonzo: The Life & Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson. In addition to these iconic works, Schwartz has lent his unique voice to everything from Reaper to Benched to the Lennon-McCartney themed VH1 movie, Two of Us. His theme song for the CBS horror series Wolf Lake was nominated for an Emmy, and he was a composer for the comedy feature, Standing Up Falling Down starring Billy Crystal and Ben Schwartz.
Schwartz, who grew up in NY, has been playing music across genres for most of his life. He studied at the School of Visual Arts (NY), and Berklee College of Music, and during college he played bass in a wide variety of Orchestras, ensembles, and bands. He quickly began engineering and producing music—and his quirky, multi-instrumental, and song-oriented background prepared him perfectly for his first big composing assignment Northern Exposure. “When I’m composing for comedies, I never think, ‘Oh boy, ‘let’s make this funny music,’” explains Schwartz. “But I always try and make things fun.” He is just as excited about music now, as he was when he started playing in bands. He adds, “I come from a family of visual artists and when I discovered film/tv composing, it immediately felt like the right fit, where I could combine music with visual storytelling. I like to get inside the filmmaker’s head and figure out how to best support the emotions of the story with music.”
Vincent & Theo, the exciting collaboration between top television composer David Schwartz and singer/songwriter and noted guitar slinger Julian Coryell will released their first single and video, “Soul Smell” on all platforms.
“Soul Smell,” asks a rarely thought of question – what does your soul smell like? The single inspired video director Ian Schwartz to create a unique AI-assisted video of monkeys at a bar, in space, and in a cyberpunk landscape to accompany the song. The video can be seen here.
“Soul Smell” is the title track for the Soul Smell album set for release on June 2. This unique project resulted from a COVID file-sharing collaboration between these two Los Angeles musical fixtures, Emmy-winning TV composer David Schwartz and singer/songwriter and session/touring guitarist Julian Coryell (Alanis Morissette, Demi Lovato) recording as Vincent & Theo.
As Julian was the main lyricist on the project, he notes that his inspiration for “Soul Smell” was, “What does your soul smell like, is an existential way of asking, how are you doing? This is a recurring theme throughout the album, examining life’s perennial queries from a quirkier perspective.”
Unlike the instrumental and guitar-oriented work they are known for, Soul Smell is a jazzy alt-rap affair that recalls both the spoken word and lyrical grunge of the 90s – Soul Coughing, 311, Cake, but sans guitar, along with a healthy dose of William Burroughs, Tom Waits, and Leonard Cohen’s world-weary slices of life.
In just a few short months, they had 11 songs which they filled out with some of their favorite musicians: noted film and television singer/songwriter Lucy Schwartz (vocals, vocal arrangements), keyboard legend Larry Goldings (piano, synths), Death Cab for Cutie’s Zac Rae (keyboards, synths), and popular LA session drummer Jake Reed (drums, percussion).
L.A.-based pop/folk/Americana outfit Single Girl, Married Girl writes songs that are simultaneously beautiful and devastating with poetic, perceptive lyrics that astutely capture what it means to be human.
Steeped in a folk songwriting tradition that harkens back to Pete Seeger and Joan Baez mixed with modern songwriting elements in the style of Jenny Lewis and Brandi Carlile, Single Girl, Married Girl fearlessly tackles issues ranging from loss and drug addiction to insecurity and depression.
Their new album, Three Generations of Leaving, chronicles the trials and traumas of three generations of women from the same family - the matriarch, one of her daughters, and her estranged granddaughter. Upon release of Three Generations of Leaving in 2021, they received praise from No Depression, The Bluegrass Situation, American Songwriter and The New York Times...including a write up from Jon Pareles.
Recorded primarily in New York at Rift Studios with Grammy-nominated engineer Tom Gardner, who also serves as producer, the album features lush instrumentation, catchy melodies and sweeping musical arrangements that bring the songs’ poignant lyrics to life. Pierre de Reeder of Rilo Kiley tracked the main vocals and some of the instrumentation at his Los Angeles studio, 64 Sound, where renowned harpist Mary Lattimore contributed to the song “Scared to Move.”
Single Girl, Married Girl’s 2017 album Spark was an auspicious debut, but Chelsey Coy has evolved and come into her own as a songwriter on Three Generations of Leaving. As with many new bands, they struggled to gain notoriety early on, which they documented in the song “Starlight.” Ironically, the tune took off and received half-a-million streams on Spotify, breathing new life into their career.
Named for The Carter Family’s song of the same name, Single Girl, Married Girl has been confused for a dating site on occasion for obvious reasons, with people seeking love connections on the band’s Facebook page; something the band finds ironic, considering their own pursuit of an audience.
Three Generations of Leaving also features longtime band members Charlie Rauh on guitar, Oskar Haggdahl on drums, John Gray on upright bass, and Shannon Soderlund on backing vocals, with guests Thad DeBrock on pedal steel and baritone guitar, Mary Lattimore on harp, Philip Kronengold on piano/organ, Burt Levine on banjo, Callie Galvez on cello, and Haruka Horii on violin.
Fencer, the self-defined garage opera band, is leading a new era of rock music with their own undeniably, dynamic sound. The Los Angeles-based trio consists of vocalist and guitarist Field Cate, bassist Scott Sauve, and drummer Cameron Sauve. Only two years after their inception, they became fan-favorite openers for notable acts such as Badflower, The Wrecks, and Dead Poet Society.
Tackling the stigma surrounding mental health and its struggles, Field’s emotive and frenetic vulnerability resonates with listeners to further solidify the band’s electric presence. The trio have racked up an impressive 2 million listens across all streaming platforms, despite having not even released their debut album. Field’s synesthesia (seeing music in color), Scott’s vigorous bass-lines, and Cameron’s expertise in self-producing flow together to create an eccentric style that is certain to become rock’s newest novelty.
Nekeith is an American hip hop recording artist, songwriter, dancer and actor. She has performed on BET Freestyle Friday and was crowned as one of the top 10 finalists and was chosen to be part of the Lee Daniels Entertainment the Creative Workshop. Nekeith has performed in multiple venues to broaden her artistry and recently released her new album titled GLOW which is available now on all digital platforms! With over 250k Views and stream downloads, Nekeith is just getting started on her legacy!
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Team twoOHsix Music, Chelsey, Alex, and Lindsey co-curated and hosted an epic night of music, Hunnypot Live #487 showcased a range of talented musicians and artists. episode starts with an introduction to twoOHsix Music, a full-service licensing agency specializing in sync for advertising, film, television, trailers, promos, and games. Joe Moralez p.k.a. SONGBIRD soared. Kham proved THE ROCK has ears, and BodaciousThang delivered a fire-fueled set and left with the entire room screaming for more.
And that's just Part 1 of the night! on Part 2 Steve Maggiora held the line with his luscious vocals and keyboard brilliance, TIA P., a multi-talented artist, producer, musician, and songwriter blew the roof off the club with a ripping drum solo. To close out the night Mystical Joyride brought their unique worldly party sound and immersive experience to the dance floor. Listen back on the links provided above. The show is a "Hot Tub" masterpiece, download n' stream lovers!
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Once upon a time, two girls and a gay (that’s not a typo) telepathically came to the same conclusion: "We should start a full-service, one-stop music licensing agency, order pizza and eventually rule the world” … and that’s how twoOHsix Music was born!
twoOHsix Music specializes in sync for advertising, film, television, trailers, promos and games - and we love us some custom work, like this Billie and this Adidas campaign.
We are very persnickety concerning the quality of our music catalogue, and with team members in LA and NC (one of which may as well have a perpetual intravenous drip of pure caffeine), you can rest assured that at the 11th hour, we will be there for you to provide a high quality, smooth as butter experience.
In conclusion, twoOHsix Music is a pretty cool licensing agency…
Okay, we’re an EXTREMELY cool licensing agency, but we’re very humble - like the most humble - so let’s just keep it hush-hush.
Joe Moralez is a multi-talented artist hailing from the charming small town of Boerne, Texas. His unique sound blends folk, electronic, R&B, and pop music, earning him a dedicated following of listeners worldwide, with over a million streams on various platforms. But Joe's creativity extends beyond just music; he's also a skilled producer, podcaster, and artist, dedicated to storytelling through his craft. Joe's work is a prolific journey into his imagination, where magic and wonder abound, whether it's through his music, his art, or his podcasts.
Additionally, Joe is the founder of Elf Tree Publishing, a boutique production studio, and ElfTree Media, a post-production company, highlighting his exceptional skill and unwavering commitment to the arts.
Kham is the definition of a rising star, exploding onto the music scene as a Culture Villains' artist in late 2018 and quickly gaining traction with his electrifying sound and undeniable talent. His debut EP, The Drive, was a game-changer, featuring the hit single 'Incognito' that soared to success and dominated the airwaves.
As a Virginia Beach native, Kham is deeply committed to using his music as a platform for social change, tackling issues such as inner city starvation and police brutality head-on and inspiring hope and positivity in his listeners. He's even led initiatives in his community to address these critical issues, proving that he's not just a talented artist but also a true champion for the people.
Kham's star power has only continued to grow, with performances alongside industry heavyweights like KB, Social Club, Steven Malcolm, ACjr+BradyJames, and Andy Mineo. And his music has been featured on some of the hottest TV shows, including All American, Black Ink Compton, The Wakas, and Jersey Shore.
But Kham's biggest triumph to date has been the release of his debut album, Problematic, which took the world by storm and peaked at #28 on the iTunes charts. With over 2 million streams and glowing coverage from Earmilk, Elevator, and Revolt TV, Kham has solidified his status as a true superstar in the making. So don't sleep on this rising star - Kham is one artist you won't want to miss.
BodaciousThang is a fire-fueled performer with raw vocals and unmatched energy. Hailing from Kinston, North Carolina, and debuting as an artist in Kansas City, this queen is classically trained and has turned her musical intellect into a captivating journey that will have you pleading for more. Her empowering messaging, versatility, authenticity, and comedic influence puts her in the ultimate position to take your ears and heart on a timeless journey.
Steve Maggiora is a multi-talented musician, songwriter and entertainer. Making his living both as a session musician and live musician, Steve is deeply passionate in the music he creates, which is made apparent through his sultry smokey voice and rich keyboard voicing. He can be heard on thousands of recordings, including songs with Toto, Marc Broussard, Daniel Powter, Natalie Imbruglia, Joshua Radin and countless more. He has performed to hundreds of thousands of concert-goers across the USA, UK, EU, Australia and Japan.
In addition to touring with the legendary band TOTO, Steve is also committed to giving back to the global music community, providing mentorship to thousands of aspiring mix engineers and producers as a mentor through Produce Like A Pro and Pro Mix Academy, as well as through the incredible charity organization Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Steve is constantly creating new music in many different genres, much of which is available on streaming platforms as well as on his Patreon page, where he releases new music every Friday.
Hailing from Inglewood, CA and a Howard University Alum, Tia P. is a driven, passionate and talented artist, producer, musician, and songwriter whose lyrical prowess is unmatched. Tia P.'s sound embodies the soul of the old, the new and the NOW! Tia P. is a lyricist extraordinaire and is often sought out by top line producers and artists to collaborate. In addition to her aforementioned skill, she commands the stage when performing of which has resulted in her opening for Da Brat, Monie Love, YoYo, KRS 1, Bootsy Collins, DJ Quik and a host of other well known acts. She had headlined shows at the Roxy, Viper Room, The Mint, and 1 Oak. She can be heard everyday at 3 pm on Stevie Wonder's radio station 102.3 KJLH with opening theme music for the "TammiMac Show". She can also be seen and heard on several national commercials, i.e., Hyundai Tuscan, the "Visit Las Vegas" theme song, Sprite featuring LeBron James, Welcome to California, and a Pepsi commercial featuring pop sensation, Tori Kelly. She recently collaborated with Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard on the song Running with the Angels which is the theme song for the Angel City Football Club.
For those of us who mourn the loss of Hip Hop since its passing in the mid 90’s, Tia P. will restore your faith and assure you that it's in good hands. Her newest single “Green Cadillac” features The Legendary DJ Battlecat and none other than Hip Hop Royalty herself, The Lady of Rage. Tia P.'s witty bars and vocal stylings laced over DJ Battlecat's signature West Coast beat provide the perfect segue for the “rough and tough” afro-puff licks of West Coast’s very own The Lady of Rage. These two ladies harmoniously blend the old with the new, and like a relay race, The Lady of Rage is passing the baton. As the lyricist pens, “catch me chillin’, riding ‘round minding my business. If you with it, hop in the back of my Green Cadillac and just ride wit me, ride wit me”.
Mystical Joyride is the cosmic duo and genre-fluid Psychedelic World Pop band hailing from Los Angeles. This married couple Leah and Joel fly their musical spaceship in between the ratchet and the spiritual.
Their live sets are an energetic and immersive experience of meditation and straight up shaking that ass with electronics and live instrumentation as well guest vocalist, Bengali sensation, Arzeen Kamal. Get ready to dance and let your soul play as Mystical Joyride delivers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Hunnypot delivered another electrifying experience (#486). Co-host for the night was Multi-Platinum award winning Producer and MadxMosh Managing Partner, Darryl Swann. The lineup was packed with young and buzzing artists who blow our minds.
The night kicked off with the Hip-Hop stylings of Finding Novyon. Devon Thompson brought her brutal punk rock honesty to the stage, while SAFTisland offered a unique fusion of indie rock and hip hop that had the whole room bouncing off the walls.
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Growing up a pale, emaciated misfit Devon Thompson found her home listening to music. A California child of the sun she was not meant to be. Early Siouxsie, The Animals, The Cramps, Bill Evans and the Beatles permeated her developmental years. By the age of 19 Devon had been playing Los Angeles clubs with her bands for many seasons.
Her recordings are thus far lingering with the Bel Canto of Roy Orbison, the delicacy of Harriett Wheeler and the sheer aggression of PJ Harvey. Devon has trimmed her ensemble to the bare essentials for maximum impact. Devoid of pre-records, and modern gimmick Devon keeps her songs and show brutally honest in delivery. Bass, Drums and her library of beautiful Guitars allow Devon’s audience to witness the most delicate surgery to primordial amputation of sound in the same set.
"The new single has an angry, unforgettable chorus driven by Thompson’s fiery fret-play on a classic guitar. “ - Beats Per Minute
"This artist channels elements of classic rock, with a modern flair, and a twist of vibrant personality to make songs like this shine." - Chorus FM
“A raw, driving rocker.” - Buzzbands LA
“The driving guitar track is the snarling sound of a young woman discovering who she is.” - She Makes Music
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Hunnypot Live show #485! We have a stacked lineup that is sure to get your ears ringing and your heart pumping. Our co-host for the night is none other than the multi-talented Field Cate, known for his impressive acting career and his skills on the guitar. But first, we have some incredible musical acts that are ready to rock the stage. Hailing from Tacoma, WA, Alex Vile is bringing an electrifying mix of 90's grunge and new age indie. Savannah Pope promises to deliver her classic Rock ethos and soaring vocals. And finally, our headliners for the night need no introduction. Fencer, led by Field Cate's sick vocals and lead guitar, will take the stage and give you a night that you won't soon forget. Listen to the full show at the links above. 4/24/23
Field Cate comes from a family of Hollywood entertainers and has carved out his own successful career in the entertainment industry. From an early age, he was drawn to the stage, performing in musical theater and dance productions. He turned professional at the age of five and began booking print work, independent films, and commercials for big-name brands like McDonald's and Fox.
Field gained recognition for his dramatic roles on hit TV shows such as Without a Trace and Cold Case, but it was his series-regular role on ABC’s Pushing Daisies that earned him a Young Artist Award nomination in 2008. He later lent his voice to the popular Disney DVDs Space Buddies, Santa Buddies, and Treasure Buddies.
Field has used his platform to become involved in charitable pursuits. He has spoken out on behalf of PETA, served as a StarPower Ambassador for the Starlight Children's Foundation, and lent his support to organizations like Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
As an adult, Field is pursuing his passion for music as the lead singer and guitarist of the three-piece, Los Angeles-based rock band Fencer. Despite his impressive lineage, Field has proven to be a talented and versatile performer, continuously pushing the boundaries of his craft.
Tacoma, WA’s Alex Vile began as a solo project in 2021 with singer/guitarist Alexandra Vileniusand has turned into a 4 piece Modern, Indie Grunge band with the addition of Kaelyn Stevens on bass, Leo Quile on lead guitar & Evan Hartungon drums.
With DIY roots and also putting her own twist on the genre she is crafting her own space to thrive in. Alex Vile has played numerous shows in the Northwest and has recorded an album worth of songs with Producer Jim Kaufman(Everclear, Night Riots, Instant Crush).
Currently, Savannah is wrapping Pandemonium - a concept album about mental illness -with Nine Inch Nails / No Doubt / III Teeth producer Sean Beavan, set for release this year. She raised all the funds for the album as well as a tour to follow on Kickstarter.
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Fencer, the self-defined garage opera band, is leading a new era of rock music with their own undeniably, dynamic sound. The Los Angeles-based trio consists of vocalist and guitarist Field Cate, bassist Scott Sauve, and drummer Cameron Sauve. Only two years after their inception, they became fan-favorite openers for notable acts such as Badflower, The Wrecks, and Dead Poet Society.
Tackling the stigma surrounding mental health and its struggles, Field’s emotive and frenetic vulnerability resonates with listeners to further solidify the band’s electric presence. The trio have racked up an impressive 2 million listens across all streaming platforms, despite having not even released their debut album. Field’s synesthesia (seeing music in color), Scott’s vigorous bass-lines, and Cameron’s expertise in self-producing flow together to create an eccentric style that is certain to become rock’s newest novelty.
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Jennifer Freed founded Trevanna Post in NY, after working as a Production Accountant on major motion pictures on both coasts & internationally. Trevanna Post has been the gold standard for Post Production Accounting for more than 26 years, and has grown from a 2 person office in NYC’s historic Brill Building to a firm with offices in NY, Los Angeles and London, staffed by over 50 people. Trevanna has worked with every major, mini-major and independent studio on over 700 film and television shows.
Trevanna Tracks was born out of Jennifer’s unique perspective on the need for more efficient collaboration between those responsible for getting music licenses negotiated, paid and delivered. Jennifer’s access to veteran Film & TV industry experts enabled her to form a powerful think tank around these issues, and to create a new model for researching, budgeting, tracking, paying and delivering music licenses.
Meet FLASCH! This gender-fluid non-binary artist is taking the Los Angeles music scene by storm with their dynamic and bold energy. Originally from a small town in Minnesota, FLASCH fearlessly follows their dreams and pushes boundaries with their unique perspective. Get ready for a wild ride with the rising star of the non-binary music scene!
Genre-defying recording artist, composer and producer Doll Machine has been electrifying stages with her unique and culture-challenging performances.
With roots in electronic, hip hop, pop, jazz, and punk, doll machine brings forth a new level of artistic authenticity and self expression. She’s co-written with Grammy-nominated Telepopmusik, house legend DJ Robbie Rivera and is currently working on a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist, Really Doe. She’s also the co-founder and creative director of monthly Japantown residency Multi-Player.
Read Doll Machine's recent feature in SPIN Magazine, watch her Day In The Life video.
- From : Los Angeles , CA
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- Art is my therapy , I let the music speak for itself
Kii Arens (One of the most credible and influential in Los Angeles - a critical driver in the creation of modern pop culture. A contemporary American pop-artist, graphic designer, photographer, director, and musician) and Jessy Greene (Violinist, Cellist, Composer, Singer, Lover of Life), together on stage at last.
