The third outing from Richmond, VA based and internationally known artist Jarrad Anthony Ready To Live brings to mind all the melodic and lyrical vibrancy associated with the first wave singer-songwriter school, embodied by the likes of Taylor, Mitchell, Morrison et al.

Storytelling at its finest, Ready To Live presents characters with character and depth, all who share the common thread of forward motion no matter the obstacles that they may endure: which, even includes the space time continuum of “Never See Her Again”. Love may be at the center of it all here but make no mistake this set of music is not a “Moon, June, Spoon” ode to that emotion. No, Jarrad Anthony deals with the complexity of the emotion that more often than not is the catalyst for the creation of life both new and reborn. (more…)

GFM ATL Fam make sure that you are in the place at Smith’s Olde Bar – Atlanta Room on Saturday for the final stop on Carmen Rodgers’ Cocktails and Conversations Tour. Doors are at 7pm and you don’t want to miss the musical fireworks of this grand finale with special guest Jon Bibbs.

(Richmond, VA) – On May 29th, 2012 singer/songwriter Jon Bibbs released his new album entitled “Ode to Old Flames.” The album is currently available on iTunes and Amazon. The compilation features appearances from Conya Doss, Alison Carney, Skillz and Derek 32zero. Jon Bibbs comes with a new sound, edgy R&B/Soul style for this album. This is a feel good music with a reminiscent feeling to when music had meaning. The first single is “Follow My Heart” featuring DC native Alison Carney.

Follow My Heart (w/ Alison Carney) by JonBibbs

About Jon:
Jon Bibbs could be called a triple threat: he writes, sings and produces. But that only scratches the surface. Add accomplished musician, philanthropist, and educator to that list, and we still haven’t fully defined what the multi-talented artist is capable of. His musical journey dates back to 1984, when at age 2 his mother enrolled him in piano classes at Virginia Commonwealth University where soon after he became widely known as a “musical prodigy.” By age 12 he was performing alongside the critically acclaimed Richmond Philharmonic Orchestra. (more…)

Coming off the critically acclaimed Bitter Suite which spawned the hot single/video “It’s Me” – Carmen’s been writing and getting her creative juices pumping for the eagerly anticipated Intermission that will be available world-wide in the Fall. In the meantime, Carmen is doing something special for the fans which will allow a sneak peak before the project is advanced to media or anywhere else!

“The Cocktails and Conversations” tour which kicks off in NY – debuting at the fabulous Nu-Soul Series which is a monthly showcase of seriously new and incredible talent on Saturday, May 19th at Frank’s Lounge. Stops along the tour currently are: D.C, Chicago, Atlanta, St. Louis and more to be confirmed.