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Independent rock singer-songwriter Mark Winters returns with a bluesy-rock/Americana single “7 Deadly Moods.”



In “7 Deadly Moods” the positive vibe rocker explores some darker emotions and takes us on a journey as he battles a multi-headed hydra of negativity. The tune starts off with a bluesy guitar riff and pulsating drums, and it is full of driving energy that you feel the moment you hit play. John Mayer-inspired guitar licks and Mumford and Sons vocal harmonies describe the artist’s struggles as he faces his seven deadly moods and finds his way back to positivity with music and community.



The Texas-based Winters’ musical roots lie heavily influenced by rock, blues rock, and Americana artists but the songwriter is much more than that; a poet, entrepreneur, optimist, family man, and a bonafide rocket scientist. Winters has a degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering, and his math and science background guides his musical explorations. “I like taking complex things such as emotions and expressing them in a way that’s easy to understand. Balancing my right-brained creativity with my analytical left-brain is part of a life-long journey; music special place where I can explore this balance”, Mark says.



Winters first picked up a guitar to play a song for his wife on their anniversary and that’s when he discovered the joy of connecting with people through music. Mark combines music, poetry, a science background, and love for his community to form his signature sound, “rock with a positive vibe.”



“7 Deadly Moods” is out today and available on all streaming platforms.

About Mark Winters:Texas-based rock singer-songwriter Mark Winters is many things: a witty poet, passionate musician, entrepreneur, optimist, family man, and a bonafide rocket scientist. He first picked up a guitar to play a song for his wife on their anniversary. That’s when he discovered the joy of connecting with people through music. Mark combines music, poetry, a science background, and love for his community to form his signature sound, “rock with a positive vibe.”His musical roots are in rock, blues rock, and pop, and John Mayer, Tom Petty, and Jason Mraz are significant influences.Mark has a degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering, and his math and science background guides his musical explorations. He likes taking complex things such as emotions and expressing them in a way that’s easy to understand. Balancing his right-brained creativity with his analytical left-brain is part of a life-long journey; music is one more place where he can explore this balance.Since his debut album Slipstream in 2019 he’s garnered numerous positive reviews, has been placed on hundreds of playlists, and racked up over a million streams worldwide.

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Finnish Rioghan is back after their successful debut album Different Kinds Of Losses which was released on last December via Inverse Records. 

The band is currently preparing their second studio album but before that they’ll release a 3-track EP titled Covers III on December 15th 2023. The chosen cover tracks are Toxic (Britney Spears), Sweet Death (King Dude) and Lethean (Katatonia). 

The second single Sweet Death originally performed by King Dude and Shannon F. is now available on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rioghan-sweet 

Rioghan comments Sweet Death:
“Sweet Death became my favorite song that instant when I heard King Dude’s ‘Death’-album for the first time. It also became obvious, that this song had to be visited, if I only could find a suitable duet-partner. And of course we did, Tony Kaikkonen agreed to sing with me on this release too. Instrumentally we turned the song a bit to the heavier side, and for vocals we channeled our inner gothic atmosphere. All in all, a lovely song, where the lyrics also let you sink into the darkening autumn nights.” 

LISTEN the first single Toxic on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rioghan-toxic 

Rioghan is now ready hit the stages and the first gig shall take place at On The Rocks, Helsinki on November 15th. 

NEW Rioghan Merchandise available HERE

Line-up:
Jenni Perämäki – vocals
Teemu Liekkala – guitar
Tero Luukkonen – guitar
Antti Varjanne – bass
Valtteri Revonkorpi – drums
 
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https://www.instagram.com/rioghandarcy    
https://twitter.com/rioghandarcy  
https://rioghan.bandcamp.com  
https://spoti.fi/36nTHP7  
https://www.rakkausrunot.fi/runoilijat/emma-rioghan-darcy 

Aaron Cravens is set to captivate the music world once again with the release of his latest single and accompanying video, “Pray For Us.” This exceptional piece of instrumental melodic metal is a taste of what’s to come from his forthcoming album, “Unify,” scheduled for release in 2024 via Wormholedeath.

This single is a concept about the current state of division in our society. While we are continuously fighting amongst ourselves about the freedoms that we have been given, the people serving our country are fighting for us to be able to have the privilege of those freedoms. Regardless of our political or religious views, if we do not start banding together, our society will be on the verge of collapsing. I believe this state of division is not only an issue in the United States but in the entire world as well. My goal with my music is to help spread unity and to do my part to bring back hope/peace in this world that I once knew.

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Hailing from Southern Illinois, Aaron found his passion for music at the age of 7 and started playing guitar at the age of 13. He was involved in many local area bands throughout the next 8 years playing in the tri-state region. While Aaron was writing, performing, and building his guitar skills, he started audio engineering at age 16 and is currently producing and engineering all of his own material to date. After playing in many local acts, Aaron decided to break off and work on his own material. Aaron started writing his debut solo album “Regenerate” in May 2019 – a concept album about finding his way back to personal and professional growth as a musician. During this time, he also honed in on his skillset and direction as a guitarist. The album was released in May 2022 and featured Whitesnake/Trans Siberian Orchestra guitarist, Joel Hoekstra. Aaron’s musical style is described as technical, melodic, powerful, and uplifting. You can listen to Aaron Cravens’ songs on all online streaming platforms.
Aaron Cravens is renowned for his technical finesse, melodic tapestries, and empowering resonances, all of which can be experienced across various online streaming platforms.

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