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Rising dark pop and R&B singer/songwriter Xennedy Cambelle is set to release her new single “Memory Lane” on Wednesday, June 25. The song finds Xennedy reflecting on love, regret, and growth, delivering a rich, soulful track that resonates on a profound level.
“Memory Lane” highlights Xennedy’s ability to blend raw vulnerability with cinematic production. Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by Josh Monroy, the song adds a powerful dimension to her catalogue and underscores her artistry as a songwriter who is not afraid to illuminate the more complex chapters of her own story.
This release comes on the heels of her previous single, “Monster”—a hauntingly moody pop track that explores the shadowed side of love and temptation — and “Consent”— a song influenced by artists like Dove Cameron and Billie Eilish, reflecting her own experiences through rich, atmospheric production.
Xennedy has been actively performing around New York. Her live performances bring her cinematic songs to life, captivating audiences and adding a rich dimension to her recordings.
As a songwriter, Xennedy Cambelle uses her art to illuminate the journey into womanhood — honoring vulnerability, transformation, and empowerment. Whether on stage or in the studio, her mission is to connect with her listeners through universal stories of love, change, and rebirth.
Indie rock-funk collective Circus Mind returns with their newest single, “Waste of Time,” available on all streaming platforms starting June 27th. With a signature blend of wit, groove, and self-aware lyricism, the band delivers a tongue-in-cheek anthem for every artist who’s ever asked themselves, “Why am I doing this?”
At first listen, “Waste of Time” grooves with infectious energy—but dig a little deeper and you’ll find a pointed and snarky reflection on the existential struggle of being creative in today’s world. Written in the trenches of indie artistry, the track captures the very real feelings of burnout, self-doubt, and the constant push-pull between passion and practicality. Circus Mind always has one foot in the funky classic rock 70’s and another in Power pop or alternative vibe. “Waste of Time” has 70’s flavors of SuperTramp, Steely Dan, Joe Walsh and Paul Simon and more modern sounds like Ben Folds, Fountains of Wayne, Wilco, and Jellyfish.
“‘Waste of Time’ is perhaps a humorous way to look at the angst and despair that us creative folks and indie artists can feel from all the forces working against us on our journey,” says the band. “The uphill battle of distraction, schedules, finance, promotion, organization, and social networking can make one question: why do we do this at all? It certainly isn’t for the money!”
But in classic Circus Mind fashion, the despair is met with defiant joy. The song emerges as a cathartic celebration of doing what you love—regardless of the outcome, recognition, or reward. As the lyrics suggest, Don’t fight it. Just do it.
“Waste of Time” follows the band’s tradition of combining sharp lyrical commentary with a rollicking, genre-blurring sound. For fans of artists like Steely Dan, Little Feat, and early Phish, Circus Mind continues to carve their own path—one that’s unpredictable, deeply musical, and always unapologetically honest.
LISTEN TO “WASTE OF TIME” – HERE!
Out June 27th on Spotify, Apple Music, and all major platforms.
ABOUT CIRCUS MIND:
Circus Mind is a New York-based rock outfit and the brainchild of ringleader Mark Rechler. The band’s latest release “Bioluminate”, a delightful mashup of rock and Nola funk mixed with late-Beatles pop, received rave reviews from Relix, The Rocktologist and countless other entertainment news outlets. The band features
Mark Rechler on Keys and Vocals, Brian Duggan on Guitar, Michael Amendola on Sax, Dylan Niederauer on Bass, Steve Finkelstein on Percussion and Dan Roth on Drums. Circus Mind is able to daringly swing from jazzy grooves to reggae roots then shoot out of a cannon into rock without missing a beat.
The boys deliver a modern take on influences such as Traffic, Steely Dan, Little Feat and Mott the Hoople while mixing in NoLa influences likeDr. John, The Meters and The Neville Brothers. Over the course of their career, Circus Mind has performed at Jazz Fest, The Fat Friday Annual Mardi Gras Ball, Brooklyn Bowl, The Capitol Theatre, B.B. King’s and many other prestigious venues.
Rising alt-pop/indie rock artist Rob Eberle is set to release his most anticipated and emotionally charged single to date, “LYING WITH THE ENEMY,” on Friday, May 30th. Marking the fourth single from his forthcoming debut album SIGNAL FADES, this focus track is already being hailed as a defining moment in his artistic evolution.
Photo: Rob Eberle
Eberle calls this his proudest work yet — and for good reason. “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” is a searing anthem born from the emotional fallout of a long-distance relationship. The track captures the bitter, dizzying spiral that follows when an ex unexpectedly reenters your world, acting like nothing ever happened. Torn between closure and collapse, the song paints a vivid picture of betrayal wrapped in temptation — the kind of emotional tension that burns long after the final goodbye.
Built on a dark, cinematic soundscape of moody synths, crashing guitars, and an explosive vocal performance, the track is tailor-made for late-night drives and heartbreak-fueled outbursts. Eberle’s raw lyrics and haunting delivery make “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” not just a song, but a scream into the void — one that resonates deeply with anyone who’s ever been caught between the past and the person they’re trying to become.
“This is the song I’ve waited my whole life to release,” says Eberle. “It’s the most honest I’ve ever been, and I hope it gives people permission to feel everything they’ve been holding back.”
As the focus track from SIGNAL FADES, “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” sets the tone for an album that explores the static between connection and collapse, between who we were and who we’re becoming.
Originally from Long Island, New York, and now based in Los Angeles, Rob Eberle has established himself as a young, versatile artist with a unique ability to capture both his own life experiences and those of others through his deeply personal songwriting. Drawing influence from artists such as FINNEAS, Billie Eilish, Jeremy Zucker, andAlexander 23, Eberle has crafted a genre-bending sound that continues to resonate with audiences.
Rob Eberle is rapidly cementing himself as an artist to watch. His debut EP, COLLATERAL DAMAGE, has already amassed 400K streams across all platforms, showcasing his ability to connect with listeners on a deep emotional level. With high-profile promotional deals alongside brands like Coca-Cola and standout live appearances with WFNM and BMI in LA at Elsewhere and MONDO in NYC—along with performances at The Basement in Nashville and at ACL and SXSW in Austin TX —Rob’s momentum is undeniable. His latest release, goodbye (to someone you love), is proving to be his strongest yet, breaking through the Top 40 on radio, debuting at #122 and now climbing to #37, in rotation alongside hits like Birds of a Feather and Die with a Smile. He currently holds the #1 spot on the Indie Singles Chart and ranks #24 on the Indie Hot 100.
Fresh off his second SXSW run with performances at Mohawk and The Lucky Duck, Rob was recently featured in Audiomack’s Left on Read editorial playlist and sat down for an exclusive Coca-Cola interview that debuted in front of 15,000 people at the Sips & Sounds Festival in Austin, right before Benson Boone’s set. With a rapidly growing fan base and an undeniable presence in the alt-pop/rock scene, Rob Eberle is making waves—and he’s only just getting started.
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Rob Eberle is a rising alternative pop-rock artist known for his deeply introspective songwriting and evocative vocal performances. With a rapidly growing fan base and recognition from major industry players, he continues to establish himself as a dynamic force in the music industry.
“You have to understand,” says Myles Cochran, “that when I was growing up in Kentucky, country music was everywhere, but it was a world apart. It was the sixties — if you were cool, (or trying to be) you didn’t listen to country — even, possibly especially, in Kentucky. I grew up in a musical household, but my parents listened to the Modern Jazz Quartet, Leadbelly and Bach; I was busy with the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. The first inkling of what we were missing was, ironically, the film The Last Picture Show, with its Hank Williams soundtrack — it took an outsider to show us the value of what we took for granted. I didn’t start playing guitar until just before I moved away, and it became clear as soon as I started writing songs that country music was a part of my musical DNA — it was just there. So that’s kind of how my sound became such a blurry amalgam of twang, jazz, folk, and chamber elements.” Listen to THE DEEPEST SEA
Indeed, on You Are Here lilting steel guitar melds in a dreamlike swirl alongside dusty standup bass, soaring cellos, and Cochran’s myriad acoustic and electric guitar flourishes, with a splash of electronic production thrown-in for good measure. The album revisits the singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and longtime recording engineer’s instrumental side heard on his 2021 release, Unsung. Save for one song with vocals, You Are Here sprawls out across the course of its nearly hour-long runtime, covering a vast expanse of distances and moods; Cochran applies his time-honed songwriting acumen to what he refers to as “songs that just happen to not have words.”
“No doubt,” he continues, “it’s the atmosphere of the music that people will notice right off the bat, since I’m not spelling things out so much. And it wouldn’t necessarily be wrong to describe this music as ‘ambient Americana,’ whatever that’s supposed to connote. But in terms of structure, buildup and dramatic payoff, I was very much trying to write songs. I also found myself being drawn away from monochromatic emotions. This album was made during a time when so many people were losing people around them, when it felt like we were all kind of traversing this giant chasm together. But, to my ear, it doesn’t come across like an elegy.”
“Sure,” he continues, “the mood is speckled with mournfulness. I mean, I was certainly in that kind of space at times while making this music. But when I listen back, mourning is just one color in a larger mosaic of sensations that I get from these tunes. And honestly, I couldn’t even tell you quite what the mood is on most of them, and I’m the one who made them. It wasn’t planned that way; that’s just how it fell into place. A lot of the album actually feels very spirited and alive to me — almost defiantly so, even though it’s very gentle music. ”
Cochran, who now splits his time between the rural English county of Devon and gritty East London, half-jokingly refers to himself as a “displaced Kentuckian,” but it would be too convenient to say that You Are Heresimply reflects his separation from home, or any sense of rootlessness from a life that’s turned into something of a long migration — first from Kentucky to New York City, then to London, then France and, eventually, back to England. And there’s something almost ancient and primordial in the wellspring of American stylings he’s able to tap into.
“If you’d told me prior to moving overseas that I would someday live in Europe,” he explains, “I’d have laughed at the idea. I’d have had no idea how to even envision what such a life would look like. But I’ve been away from the States for decades at this point. One of the most important things I got from Kentucky was this intense sense of place. On the other hand, there are times when it feels like ‘home’ is an abstract concept that slips through my fingers. And yet, here I am after a crazy adventure of a life, close enough to see my granddaughter regularly. Things don’t necessarily come back around, but they kind of settle of their own accord. You get to where you don’t fight it. This album reflects all of that on a number of levels. Kentucky will always be a part of who I am, but in some ways I was ‘displaced’ before I ever even left. It’s the same with the styles that come through in my writing. I look at all the stuff I grew up listening to as ‘American music.’ The lines between them don’t exist for me anymore. And I like it that way.”
Attention Grabbing Hip Hop Performer/Producer Jesse Eplan has released his new single “Sunburst”, available now on Spotify and all the major services.
Jesse Eplan is a passionate music producer and artist based out of Bellmore, Long Island. From a young age, Jesse’s been deeply involved in the music scene, starting his journey at just 13 years old. Currently, Jesse owns and operates The Sound Lab, a cutting-edge recording studio where he has the privilege of working with some of the hottest and most talented musical artists from diverse genres.
Jesse’s expertise spans across rap, trap, R&B, and pop, with numerous singles released under his own name. Jesse is capable of handling every aspect of music production – from writing and producing to mixing and mastering. Crafting beats is another one of his specialties. Jesse is proficient in industry-standard software like Logic and ProTools.
Jesse continues to be a dynamic force in the music industry. With a distinctive blend of lyrical prowess and infectious beats, Jesse has captivated audiences nationwide. Having released numerous singles and EPs, Jesse Eplan’s discography is a testament to versatility and creativity. Each track is a journey through introspective storytelling, catchy hooks, and genre-defying production.
As a trailblazer in contemporary music, Jesse Eplan continues to push boundaries, evolve stylistically, and inspire listeners with each new release. Stay tuned as Jesse Eplan continues to redefine the sound of modern rap and pop music. Follow Jesse Eplan on social media and streaming platforms to join the journey and experience the next evolution in music.
With major influences ranging from artists like Future to Lil Uzi Vert, Chris Brown and Travis Scott – Jesse Eplan has taken their flow, hooks, beat selection, and more into account when creating his own music. Jesse’s latest efforts show a real maturity in songwriting. Take note of his unique approach to the sonic production and attention to the smallest details coupled with a genius level creativity in the world of beat creation.
A New York native, Jesse broke major ground with the release of his first two major LP’s recorded while at the University of Tampa “Trap Harmony” and “Purple Wave“, and the Trap and Hip-Hop world took MAJOR notice of the rising young star through his collaborations with like minded artists like Wacotron, Famous Dex (A$AP Rocky, Lil Pump) and Kontraversy (Grafh, LouGotCash). After blazing into high gear last fall with “Player” and “Bakwoods”, it’s safe to say that the five tool Hip-hop/R&B Songwriter and Performer has proven he is ready to take the next step in his career.
Major live audio and music video recording session announced
Recorded by Beron Gilmore (Barron Studios Houston Texas) produced by Ali Bey mixing by Chris Jordan with mastering by Chris Macek “Dark Matter” is ready to spin. Ali and Mad Katz Society’s new release is a jazz fusion EP that is currently making its way to radio.
Ali shares, “We couldn’t be more excited about our newest release and we are looking forward to the reaction internationally.” Anthony Johnson of Iconix Management comments, “On June 29th our company will be recording and shooting both audio and live performance videos at Ego Cuisine and Music in The Woodlands Texas. The contracted production team is over the top including five time Grammy winner for sound Malcolm Harper. As soon we heard Ali’s new release we knew right then that the band should be included. This EP is right in there.”
Houston Tx (April 1 2023) – Americana singer-songwriter Rusty Gear has released 5 new original songs and they are already making a mark. His single”Pretend You Know Me” another Gear/Roach Smith/Mugrage cowrite, is gaining national radio play and will hit international markets in April.
The single showcases award winning Nashville Americana artist Hannah Bethel on lead vocals. “Hannah has performed on many of my songs, including “Wondering Why” and “Won’t Forget”, both of which charted on Music Row.” Rusty shares, “I think you’ll agree she did an incredible job with my new song.”
New releases include: “Saddest Town in Texas”, produced in Houston by Andrew Bradley, which has been placed on Spotify’s editorial playlists featuring Bluegrass and Texas songs while also gaining radio play nationally; “Don’t Forget to Pack Your Blues”, featuring Houston-based vocalist and sax player Evelyn Rubio; and “Something Left to Lose”, “Damn Good Friend” and “Cold River”, all produced by Brad Hill in Nashville. Rusty has another song coming in April, a duet with the talented Evelyn Rubio.
“Pretend You Know Me” Featuring Vocalist Hannah Bethel”Saddest Town In Texas” Recorded at Wire Road Studios Andrew Bradley Producer Rusty’s 2023 release “The Clearing”
GrassRoots Promotion (Nashville) focusing on country radio markets in combination with streaming and social media campaigns.
Rusty Gear is an American singer-songwriter who has released an extensive collection of Americana, country and blues music. Rusty’s primary focus has always been the song writing, where he tries to tell authentic stories of life in America and deliver rocking numbers that will energize his live performances.
He has released 9 albums/ EPs of original music featuring top Nashville session players and members of the famed Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section and guest appearances by fabulous female vocalists, including Bekka Bramlett, Hannah Bethel, Calamity Jane, Anna Jacobson, Elle Rose and Lisa Kaine. Rusty’s songs have received radio play around the world and charted on the Billboard Country Breakout Chart, Roots Radio in Country, Blues and Americana and on the Hotdisc Top 40 in Europe.
His album Stripped Gear reached #2 on the Roots Radio Country Album Chart and the single Old Friend reached #1 in both Country and Americana. Rusty’s 2023 EP, Something in the Water, charted in the top ten on the Country and Americana album charts on Roots Radio and the single The Dog Won’t Hunt charted on the Billboard Country Breakout Chart.
In late 2023, he released seven new Americana originals comprising the EP Gear in the Headlights. Rusty’s songs have been streamed over 4 million times on Spotify. Rusty continues to grow his collection of original songs celebrating the American way of life and wishes to thank everyone for their participation and warm support.
He has written and produced forty seven hits on Billboard’s Latin charts with his band Monsieur Job, and now Toby Holguín, under the pseudonym Iye Teblu, is achieving one of the most important moments in Colombian cinema in recent times with his first short film “Gidi Gidi Gi” which he wrote, directed, produced and acted in.
(Monsieur Job’s new album is titled: “TNTO TIEMP_O SIN VERT”. It was released globally in November 2023. The album was conceived by Toby and his musical partner Leo Jaramillo. It has had more than 1,200,000 views)
“Gidi Gidi Gi” is a thriller about bank robberies in which he appears alongside Colombian actors Alejandro Buenaventura, Susana Rojas and Oscar Rodríguez. It is an amazing and exciting high-level short film that explores the true bonds of friendship.
There was a generation of artists in Cali that coincided with the bloodiest era of drug trafficking in Colombia. Shouting “The country is collapsing and we are partying,” a group of filmmakers, writers, photographers and designers created the Caliwood movement during the 70s and 80s. His story is that of the May 68 hangover, the hippie communes, sexual liberation and endless nights of drugs, salsa and rock and roll.
Today Iye Teblu is the last link in all that cinematographic fever born in Cali and that revolutionized the seventh art in Colombia. He is now writing the history of national cinema with “Gidi Gidi Gi.” As director Iye Teblu has taken home recognition in Berlin, Cannes and Paris. It is a resounding success that has rarely been seen in recent years for a national short film.
The producer of “Gidi Gidi Gi” is Mierda Frita, a company established in Colombia.
AWARDS 1. Los Angeles Festivals 2. Rome International Movie Awards 3. Independent Shorts Awards, Los Angeles (Two Awards) 4. South Films and Arts Academy Festival 5. Korea International Film Festival 6. Five Continents International Film Festival 7. The Grand Cine Carnival Maldives 8. Madras Independent Film Festival 9. Kiez Berlin Film Festival 10. Cinema Paris Film Festival Best Short Film 11. Cinema Paris Film Festival (Best Director) 12. Madonie Film Festival, Sicily (Best Short Film) 13. Madonie Film Festival, Sicily (Science Fiction) 14. Shunyatam International Film Festival 15. International Media Arts Film Awards 16. Hottomela International Film Festival 17. Cannes World Film Festival 18. Out Of The Can International Film Festival 19. Cannes World Film Festival: Best Director, Best Fantasy Film, Best Sci-Fi, Best Experimental (Four Awards)
HONORABLE MENTIONS Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival Playback International Film Festival, Manchester, UK HIFF – HALO International Film Festival
FINALIST Hollywood Blood Horror Festival
SEMIFINALIST Sweden Film Awards
NOMINATION Swedish International Film Festival TIFA – Tiete International Film Festival Shorted HIFF – HALO International Film Festival
SHORTED AIFF Alternative Film Festival
SELECTION Los Angeles Film Awards Crown Wood International Film Festival Dubai Film Festival Film Boxe International Monthly Festival American Golden Picture International Film Festival Best International Film Festival Cinematography & Photography Awards Top Shorts
From creating forty seven Billboard Latin Chart hits (and counting) and generating over one million views for their newest album “TNTO TIEMP_O SIN VERT” with Monsieur Job – to writing/directing/producing the short film “Gidi Gidi Gi” under the name Iye Teblu, which has already garnered nineteen awards from prestigious film festivals around the world – Toby Holguin has proven himself a true renaissance man in the world of entertainment.
Originating out of Cali, Colombia, and once a heralded football player with thoughts of sports stardom, Toby got into music and entertainment almost by accident, being called into duty to be the singer of his friend’s band in high school. Since then, the acclaimed artist and entertainment impresario has spent countless hours honing his craft, putting forth uncompromising effort, both in the studio working diligently on his music and on the set writing/directing/producing under film moniker Iye Teblu, where Holguin has been able to deftly focus his efforts parallelly into filmmaking, alongside film production group Mierda Frita, achieving truly dizzying heights as a leader in both fields.
Iye Teblu is an experimental artist that writes, directs and acts from pure sensitivity. He has no formal film training or education, but his life is truly a movie.
Monsieur Job began as a solo project for Toby. Looking to stimulate collaboration, he then decided to form a band with a musician he knew to be top notch, Leo Jaramillo from Bogota, Colombia, formerly of Vía Rustica and La Mojarra Eléctrica. Toby also performs as a DJ and electronic producer as a Bora Bora Resident (since 2012), was on the Bora Bora World Tour 2012 – 2014, and Ashbury & Haight (Universal Music Mexico 2004, Universal Music Brazil 2005).
