Sia Electronic | Pop | Jazz

Sia, also known as Sia Fuler, is a pop-electronic, jazz, singer-songwriter based out of the lovely "land down under," Australia. She was somewhat destined to take up an interest in music coming from a family of musicians. At a young age, Sia, attended school in Italy where she came across a karaoke bar. While at the karaoke bar she decided she didn't like any of the music selections offered so she sang "Lean On Me" by Bill Withers acapella. A local DJ jumped at the opportunity to have her record tracks with him because of her unique and rare voice.

Her music started to take off! Unfortunately, due to some difficult circumstances Sia went through a six year period of hard times. Luckily for us she got back in the music scene. In 2000, Sia, signed a record deal with Sony's sub label Dance Pool.  Soon after Sia left Sony due to a dispute with the label and moved on to Go! Beat Records part of UMG. Later on, Sia parted ways with Go! Beat Records due to poor album promotion.  While signed to Go! Beat Records Sia released her third full-length album called, 'Colour the Small One.' Her single, "Breathe Me" of that album, received a lot of international play and was featured on HBO TV Series "6 Feet Under and was also used in a Victoria Secret Fashion Show. With the attention that Sia's single was getting, Astralwerks rereleased her album.

She has since then released two full-length albums and recorded tracks for feature films. After collaborations and writing for other artists such as; Rita Ora, Rihanna, Ke$ha, Christina Aguilera, and Ne-Yo, Sia really has made a name for herself in the United States and globally. She is best known for her amazing vocals in David Guetta's "Titanium" and Flo'Rida's single "Wild Ones,"  (which are both tracks on my ipod!). Sia has been nominated and has won a series of music awards over the last few years. She is far from being done in her musical journey.

Must downloads:
"Clap Your Hands"
"Titanium"
"Wild Ones"
"Soon We'll Be Found"
"Breathe Me"

Official Website: www.siamusic.net
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/SiaMusic
Twitter Page: www.twitter.com/Sia

Olly Murs Pop

Oliver Stanley, best known as Olly Murs, is no longer any hidden talent to the world. English singer, songwriter, and television personnel rose to fame after finishing as runner up on "The X Factor" in 2009.

The British star, once dreamed about being a professional football (soccer) player but due to a serious injury his career goals fell short. Luckily for us, Murs came across a karaoke machine at a local bar and well, the rest is history. Before competing on The X Factor, Murs had no professional training , which made him that much more of a phenomenon.

Unlike many competition finalists who end up disappearing overtime in the public eye, Olly has managed to stay on the top of his game. Murs signed to Epic Records in the United Kingdom, Columbia Records in the United States, and Syco Music. Currently, his hit single 'Troublemaker' featuring Flo'Rida continues to rise on the Top 40 charts.


Murs debut album 'Right Place Right Time' just released on April 16 of this year. Make sure to check out his tour dates and other information on Olly Murs Official Website.

Twitter:@ollyoffical
Website:http://www.ollymurs.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ollymurs

Chris Wallace Pop | Indie

Chris Wallace's single "Remember When (Push Rewind)" is another pop ballad for my anticipated summer playlist.

 The once lead vocalist of The White Tie Affair, made a wise decision to set foot on his own solo journey. His debut album, "Push Rewind" dropped this past September via indie label ThinkSay Records.

His autobiographical single, 'Remember When' talks about him dating a girl and when his future with music was looking upward things started to diminish and both parties started parting ways. I think most of all us can relate to Wallace's lyrics in wanting to go back to the beginning and start over again with relationships gone wrong.

His lyrics and music are infectious. Critics have managed to label him as the male version of Katy Perry, I'd say thats quite the compliment. 'Remember When' continues to rise on the charts. I think we can all say we are eager to hear the next single released off his album.








Twitter: @chriswallace101
Website: http://chriswallacemusic.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chriswallacemusic
iTunes: http://tiny.cc/chriswallace

Imagine Dragons Electronic | Pop | Rock | Indie

Imagine Dragons are one my newest band fads. I first came across their single "Top of the World" passing a room full of boys playing FIFA World Cup 2013. I immediately shazamed my new found song and instantly was addicted. 

Based out of Las Vegas-Imagine Dragons offers a rock, upbeat, synthetic, laid back, percussion sound that I haven't heard before. It makes them unique and unforgettable. 

Signed to Interscope Records in 2011, the band released their debut album "Night Visions" the following summer. Their album managed to reach #1 on the Billboard Charts for Alternative and Rock albums. Not only were they blowing up in the United States but also in other countries worldwide. No longer are they the wallflower, thats for damn sure.

Their single, 'Radioactive' has a throbbing back bass which intensifies their lyrics about an apocalypse.