Gentle vibes, heartfelt voices and enchanting melodies from rising artists presented by Tonic Grain every week.

Jim France has lived in Michigan all his life, and grew up with a love of nature, reading, and music.  Among his many interests, he pursues song creation and writing on the side.  He has been playing guitar for thirty years, and has been writing songs for almost as long.  Throughout 2019 Jim wrote, recorded, and produced a number of singles that he released in a limited format, leading up to the January 2020 release of his first EP, Beginnings.  His second EP, Dispersion, was released May 2020, and his third is expected out July 10, 2020.

“Moon and Aries” is a music duo consisting of Canadian writer and singer Jordana Moon and German composer & producer Tom Aries. 

Formed on March 1, 2021, they aim to create warmth and assurance for a brighter future through their music. Their sound is a captivating fusion of Electronic, Cinematic Synth Pop, Trip-Hop, R&B/Soul, characterized by Tom Aries' memorable melodies and Jordana Moon's thought-provoking lyrics and intimate vocals.

Despite being separated by the Atlantic Ocean and a nine-hour time difference, the duo has successfully collaborated virtually, making a global impact with their music, which has been featured on radio stations across multiple continents. They were awarded the OGIMA Music Award for "Band of the Year 2023" on November 25, 2023.

Their discography includes two concept albums: "The Arrival" (2022) and "Break the Matrix" (2023), with a new theme song album titled "TRANSCENDENCE", released: September 6, 2024. Their new album "THE IMMORTALS" will be released in 2025.

Moon and Aries strive to create an emotionally intimate soundscape that resonates deeply with listeners, driven by sincere thoughts and experiences. MELODY MEETS MEANING! www.moonandaries.com

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