Something about Stevie Wonder’s “Overjoyed” struck Marcus Canty at 11 years old. Where basketball shorts and Kobe Bryant once held a special place, Stevie’s Motown groove stepped in.

“At first I liked music, then it grew into love,” he says with a laugh. “Singing just grabbed me. I started singing gospel music, but Stevie Wonder really drew me in. Then once I got a little bass in my voice, I started going into Luther Vandross’ music too.”

For the 21 year-old who won the hearts of America on Fox’s “X Factor” talent show, it appears music loves him back.

“When I grabbed the microphone at the ‘X Factor’ audition, a whole other person came out,” he recalls. “I love performing for huge crowds but I started performing like I never had before.”

With enough talent to transform Rihanna into a shy fan admitting she “had to look away” as he sang to her, Canty is ready to share his smooth tenor with the world on his upcoming debut album, guided by his idol Epic President Antonio “L.A.” Reid.

Born in Washington, D.C., Marcus Canty was raised by his mother in Palmer Park, Maryland along with his older sister in a full house with their aunt and her three children.

“Family is huge for us,” Canty says. “We were all so close, my cousins were like my brothers. By the time I was seven or eight, they moved away and I became more of a mama’s boy. It wasn’t the best neighborhood, but my mom kept me out of the streets.”

Growing up Marcus’ father was around about 10% of the time, so his mother signed her son up for basketball to provide him with positive male role models. Basketball quickly became Marcus’ first love, despite performing in church plays at New Hope Baptist in Forestville, MD since he was in diapers.

“I always remembered everyone’s lines, I was in the zone at three years old,” he recalls.

But by his early teens, music began to creep in. Raised on a diet of Al Green, the O’Jays and Wonder thanks to his grandmother, Canty hit the talent show circuit and signed up for a show called “Talent Rock.” This talent competition marked the first of many accolades as Marcus was named top ten in the vocal category, print modeling and won an acting scholarship to New York’s School for Film & Television. At eleven years old, Marcus won second place with a rendition of Yolanda Adams’ “Still I Rise,” as he beat out competitors twice his age at the non-televised portion of Amatuer Night At The Apollo. By fifteen, Marcus now performed televised in front of the notoriously tough audience at “Showtime At The Apollo” and sang Trey Songz’ “Gotta Go,” which landed him second place.

“That was a breaking point for me, I knew singing was what I wanted to do,” Marcus says of ditching his basketball dreams and recording music with his cousin Deric. “I was like ‘I’m not going to be 6’5” so I should go where the money is.”

In 2009, Canty was chosen over hundreds of highschool seniors across the nation by the National Foundation for Advancement In The Arts – YoungArt (which recognizes and supports America’s most talented 15-18 year olds in the visual, literary and performing arts), and inducted into the organization.

After graduating high school in 2009 and exhausting the performance circuit around his native Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia area, where he opened for Bow Wow, B5 and Hurricane Chris, the young tenor connected with an independent label from the Motor City.

“I went to Detroit and started working with a company called MVR Entertainment on an album that we were going to shop around to labels,” he recalls.

But while crafting what he hoped would garner a major label deal, Marcus heard about the “X Factor” auditions and saw his chance at stardom. And once he learned that music executive Antonio “L.A.” Reid would be serving as a judge and coach on the talent show, it seemed all too perfect. Upon graduating highschool, Marcus was faced with an ultimatum that left him at a crossroad. Implemented by his mother, Marcus was given two years to pursue a career in music and if he was not successful within that two year frame he would then have to go to school. It was at this moment that Canty knew his back was up against the wall and that he had to nail his X Factor audition.

“In my first audition, I was just excited to be so close to L.A. Reid,” Marcus says of his first audition in Seattle. “When I was a kid, I was always trying to get music to L.A. before I met him. My ideal label situation was him at the head of the company.”

After wowing “X Factor” judges Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger, Simon Cowell and Reid with an explosive rendition of “I Wish,” Reid encouraged the Maryland native to try compositions outside of his comfort zone.

“On the show, L.A. challenged my mind and my voice, he was a father figure and a friend. During Rock ‘N’ Roll week on ‘X Factor’ I wanted to do Tina Turner’s ‘Proud Mary,’ when I played it for him, he agreed that it was huge record,” Marcus recalls. “But then he showed me Janis Joplin’s ‘Take Another Little Piece of My Heart’ and it opened my eyes to versatility.”

Describing his sound as R&B with a pop twist, Marcus looked up to the showmanship of Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and Usher.

“The audience needs to feel every note you’re singing, and you felt what they were saying,” he says.

Now as he preps his own album, Marcus hopes to collaborate with Timbaland, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and even Quincy Jones.

“I’ve worked with Kuk Harrell, JQ and Johnta Auston so I’m already blessed,” Marcus says.

The young singer’s first single, following his departure from “X Factor” as a semi-finalist, is “Won’t Make A Fool Out Of You.” The Think Like A Man soundtrack cut shows off Canty’s pristine vocals and smooth tenor over polite keys, light snaps and a bouncing bassline as he promises to be honest and kind to his lady. “Shorty” boasts tender strings and lovestruck lyrics with Canty inviting his long-lost love interest to return to their “love nest.” Light drums and high keys guide the two-step friendly “You Make Me Dance,” where Marcus’ layered chorus tells a lucky woman that she “makes him want to be with her all day.”

“I want a classic album and it’s tough to get that out the gate, but I think it’s possible,” Marcus says with confidence. “It’s about telling stories and there aren’t many in music today. But I want to tell stories that connect with people in my own way.” 

Matthew Heller
Goodbye & So Long
La musique est l'art qui permet à l'âme de se livrer à l'universel.

Meet Matthew Heller, the Portland-based troubadour who fearlessly confronts the harsh realities of life in his music.
Portland's community and collaborative spirit is reflected in the city’s vibrant arts scene, which Heller embodies in his songs. He draws on a wide range of musical styles and influences, resulting in something truly unique and original.
His latest single, "Goodbye & So Long," is a driving force of evocative storytelling, taking listeners through a kaleidoscope of sounds, emotions, and textures. 
With a distinctive blend of indie-rock, folk, and pop influences, his music creates a rich and immersive sonic landscape that envelops the listener from the very first note.
Heller’s soaring vocals are the perfect complement to the music, with a range that spans from delicate whispers to thunderous roars. His piano work is equally impressive, shifting effortlessly from ethereal soundscapes to propulsive rhythms that drive the music forward.
Backing Heller’s vocals and keyboards is a powerhouse rhythm section, led by producer David Pollock, who also engineered, mixed, and mastered the song in his Fortress Galaxy studios. Pollock’s intricate drumming and groovy basslines, as well as his blistering guitar work adds a layer of intensity and urgency to the music, while Bradley Mackeson's additional keyboards add a touch of dreamy atmosphere to the mix.
The result is a sound that is at once raw and polished, intimate and expansive, joyful and melancholic. Whether he's exploring the complexities of love and loss or delving into the darker corners of the human psyche, Matthew Heller’s music is a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
Goodbye & So Long manifests an exquisite blend of post-punk garage vitality, interwoven with ghostly psychedelia and the vibes of classic alternative indie's new wave opulence. Heller's sonic craft, akin to a neo-outlaw songwriter, encapsulates the very essence of folk-rock balladry. Weaving together the vibrant rhythms of Dandy Warhols-esc groove-laden indie rock with the introspective depths reminiscent of The Cranberries' politically charged dreamy odes, this opus transcends mere musical boundaries, propelling the listener into a sublime auditory journey.
Goodbye & So Long is an epochal testament to Heller's artistic prowess, a demonstration that elevates the soul and resonates with the heartbeat of a generation yearning for melodic salvation. 
Heller’s lyrics are both poetic and erudite, saturated with a sense of profundity that is rare in contemporary music.
What truly sets Heller apart, however, is his ability to imbue his music with a sense of immediacy and gravitas. His songs are not simply exercises in intellectual reflection, but also powerful emotional journeys that resonate with listeners on a visceral level. Whether exploring the tumultuous nature of romantic relationships or the existential angst of modern life, Heller's music is always rooted in a deep sense of empathy and compassion.
Matthew Heller's music draws from a rich tapestry of personal experiences, passions, and influences. His lyrical and melodic style combines a sense of poignant depth with a musical approach that is both innovative and captivating. 
Ultimately, Matthew Heller is an artist who defies categorization, transcending the boundaries of genre and convention to create a sound that is wholly his own. Through his music, he invites us to contemplate the complexities of existence, and to explore the deep wellsprings of emotion that lie therein.

Slinging Beats for your Feets, Dancefloors or Comfy Seats the Dr's of Rhythm have done it all since 1991. 2021 was their 30 year anniversary on the turntables and digital decks and what an amazing adventure it has been so far and beyond. Keeping busy working on remixes, mixed compilations and taking time for some Breaks in between, all the while making a wide range of House calls this Dj duo is constantly Steppin' out on the move from one venue to another and holding down residencies wherever there's a dancefloor in distress. Dj Dave Maltais and Dj Tim Baker have a full range of genres to share with their dancefloors and come with an arsenal of tracks to get everyone's back up off the wall. Also with a combined collection of over 10,000 pieces of vinyl and constantly downloading the latest tracks to stay current these two are sure to surgically move any crowd in the proper direction...

Writing Prescriptions One Mix at a Time  d--b
We've Got the Cure You've Been Listening For

Many Thanks for Reading and Tuning In!!
Njoy Fully...
Much Love, Peace and Respect...
Dj Dave Maltais and Dj Tim Baker
The Dr's of Rhythm

To Contact us at Our House of Operations:

Dj Dave Maltais
djdavemaltais@gmail.com
386.589.9629

Dj Tim Baker
djtimbaker@gmail.com
386.589.9629


In the beginning, there was the Dr's of Rhythm, and the Dr's of Rhythm had a groove.

And from this groove came the groove of all grooves.

And while one day viciously throwing down on their turntables, the Dr's of Rhythm boldy declared,

"Let there be HOUSE!"
"Let there be DEEP HOUSE!"
"Let there be ACID JAZZ!!"
"Let there be NU JAZZ!"
"Let there be NU SKOOL!"
"Let there be OLD SCHOOL!"
"Let there be WORLD BEAT!"
"Let there be BREAKBEAT!"

and Our Style was born...

"We are, you see,

We are the creators, and this is our Style!

And, in our Style there are many Styles of music.

But, we are not so selfish because once you enter our house it then becomes OUR house and OUR house music!"

And, you see, no one man or woman owns house because house music is a universal language, spoken and understood by all.

You see, house is a feeling that no one can understand really unless you're deep into the vibe of house.

House is an uncontrollable desire to jack your body.

And, as I told you before, this is our house and our house music.

And in every house, you understand, there is a keeper.

And, in this house, the keepers are the Dr's of Rhythm.

Now some of you who might wonder,

"Who are the Dr's of Rhythm, and what is it that the Dr's of Rhythm do?"

The Dr's of Rhythm are the ones who give you the power to jack your body.

The Dr's of Rhythm are the ones who give you the power to do the snake.

The Dr's of Rhythm are the ones who give you the key to the wiggly worm.

The Dr's of Rhythm are the ones who taught you how to walk your body.

The Dr's of Rhythm are the ones that can bring nations and nations of all groovers together under one house.

And this is fresh!!

Heavy rock power trio Orbiter serves you balls-to-the-wall riffage and songs that makes every man, woman and child grow the thickest, wildest beards.

Kim Rune Johansen - Guitar, backing vocals
Ivan A. Reigstad - Bass, lead vocals
Pål G. Sivertzen - Drums, backing vocals

GERDA BLANK was a German woman shot attempting to cross the Berlin wall. It is also the project name of Rhys Braddock & Stuart Mills . Rhys, originally from New Plymouth, New Zealand, picked up drummer & vocalist, Stuart Mills, in Auckland, NZ, October 2007, they quickly discovered their shared similar musical Ideals, wanting to quickly record an album, and see where their fruitful musical results would carry them. In July 2008, they embarked on their first European tour, 
Now residing in Brno, Czech Republic, they have carved out a reputation for their live shows, having played many lovely festivals and odd places, maybe they will see you around, say hi!

mom of @ultrarare-rec

book me : richard@paramountartists.com

"Brooklyn's Balkan Vocal Pyrotechnics"

Affectionately dubbed a “punk rock version of Le Mystère des Voix Bulgares”, Black Sea Hotel’s distinct yet unified voices create a harmonic blend that is often called otherworldly, haunting, even spellbinding. Black Sea Hotel (Sarah Small, Shelley Thomas, and Willa Roberts) gathers songs from master singers, archival field recordings, and large mid-century choral arrangements, and boldly reimagines them. The woman have carved out an unusual niche for themselves at the nexus between between Balkan folksong and new music. Repertoire ranges from lilting, chillingly sparse, and achingly beautiful to strident, tightly dissonant, packed, and unpredictable.

The trio was featured on Yo-Yo Ma and The Silk Road Ensemble’s GRAMMY winning album, Sing Me Home (Best World Music Album of 2017). Other highlights include collaborations with Kronos Quartet, Kremena Stancheva (soloist, Le Mystère des Voix Bulgares), The Knights, Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Shara Nova (The Decemberists, My Brightest Diamond, Sufjan Stevens), beat-boxer Adam Matta (Carolina Chocolate Drops), and a myriad of brass bands. The group has written and recorded works for film and live installation, including for Josephine Decker’s psychological thriller feature, "Butter on the Latch”, which landed on The New Yorker’s “10 Best Movies of 2014”, and Dirt Empire’s 90’ diameter, 40-channel speaker, immersive ARC Dome. The work premiered at NYC’s Panorama Festival (2017).

Black Sea Hotel's live performances and recordings have been praised by The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, National Public Radio, and David Byrne. Their first record debuted at #2 on iTunes World Music’s top albums, and the trio has since been broadcast live on Public Radio International’s The World Global Hit Segment, on John Schaefer’s Soundcheck WNYC, as well as on WFMU, WNYC, WAMU, KUNM, KSFR, and Sirius XM Radio. The group tours regularly and leads classes, workshops and lecture-demos in Balkan singing across the U.S. Most recently, they toured and taught in Scandinavia (Fall 2018), where they headlined the Lund Choral Festival. They are currently arranging works for their third album and are planning their second European tour for Fall 2019.

"Sleep Inside Thunder" music video: https://youtu.be/4GdIbwdsnJY

Sea At Last is Fire Mist and Tory Elena, a dynamic duo that explores sound like gypsy sea captains on a caravan to Neptune.

In spring of 2011, guitarist Fire Mist auditioned a drummer for a mythological sea musical. When Tory Elena arrived with a ukulele and took the drum throne, their intrinsic musical kinship made itself immediately known. Sea At Last was born.

While Fire Mist rockets audiences to deep space on guitar, Tory Elena is the ultimate one-woman rhythm section, booming to the earth’s core. Their voices wield equal power singing songs they compose together. Sea At Last’s music can make a hole-in-the-wall cowboy bar feel like a raging stadium, and a festival of thousands feel as intimate as a fireside chantey sung alone under the stars. Wild and expansive, Sea at Last’s cinematic rock and roll offers both solace and storm, soulful and untamable as the sea itself.

Angela "Ang13 (13)" Zone is a veteran in Hip-Hop. From the age of 13, when it all started for her, she has gone from break-dancer, to graffiti writer, to emcee / producer. 13 also knows her way around a pair of technique turntables so there is no aspect of Hip- Hop that she does not know. Music is her forte and where she reigns supreme. Over the years, she has received her training in the culture through practice and execution. 13 still keeps her hand in every aspect of Hip-Hop, but music is the area in which she is most creative 

She's received accolades in magazines such as "The Source" being named one of the undergrounds "best kept secretes" and countless write-ups in The Chicago Tribune, ("Reigning Women in Hip- Hop", M. McCormick) "Midwest Rap Gap" Upski Wimsap, "Hip Hop for Hunger", D. Jakubiak), The Chicago Sun-Times, Caught in the Middle Magazine, Humble Quest, Route 2000, The Chicago Defender, The Reader, and Chi-Rock Magazine. She is one of the most respected icons in Mid West Hip Hop, dubbed a legend. Her music has graced such project as, The 2000 Census, Nike Mix CD, Sprite Mix Tape, Chicago Rocks, The 50 Man Cipher(Rec Center), Chicago vs. New York along with her own solo EP "Phat as Yo' Mama" which sold 7,000 in one month. Currently, 13's music is featured on the Jurassic 5 "Power in Numbers" DVD (Interscope), and her single "Oh No" is featured on Chali2na's (J5) "Fish Market Mix CD" (2004).She is 2007 Columbia College, Women and Gender fellowship recipient for the Wonda Woman Project Zero Tolerance Tour which took on the challenge to reconstruct the negative image of all women in the hip hop culture.  In 2010, she was sent by the United States Government to Cote D'ivoire, Africa with the Chicago Hip Hop Initiative to teach how the hip-hop culture is used for peace and tolerance as part of the Cultural Envoy Program.


13 takes the direct approach in her lyrical subject matter. Growing up in the streets of Chicago, she has been able to speak the language of the streets with the intelligence of a scholar. Some of her early influences were MC's such as KRS one, Nas, Master Ace, Latifah, Rakim, and Lauren Hill. Studying these masterminds has given 13 the ability to speak to the masses. She has an East-Coast tough, innovative style though the West-Coast and over seas consumed majority of her solo EP. She nothing like the "average female mc" reciting rhymes about: designer brands, raunchy sex, and taking a man's money. Her lyrical content is more intelligent and up lifting without being preachy, with an edge. 13's play on words is so clever that she is able to reach consumers from the streets to Wall Street. She is considered to be one of the illest elements in the game 

For More Information contact: 
www.MYSPACE.COM/ANG13(TO LISTEN) 
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W2Phase2@gmail.com (TO CONTACT AND GIVE FEED BACK 


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