by Darren Paltrowitz | Mar 20, 2017 | Culture, Entertainment, Music
While James McCartney notably played on the acclaimed Flaming Pie and Driving Rain albums of father Paul — also co-writing two songs on the latter studio release — 2010’s Available Light was his first crack at recording his own solo effort....
by Downtown Magazine | Mar 7, 2017 | Culture, Entertainment, Music
2016 was a breakout year for critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Frances in her native England. Following the success of her 2015 single “Grow,” Frances was nominated for both the BBC Sound Of 2016 and the BRITs Critic Choice Awards. She also performed...
by Downtown Magazine | Nov 30, 2016 | Culture, Music
Accomplished in multiple musical fields, Rob Mathes is a noted singer, songwriter, arranger, music director and producer. As an arranger, he has worked with Bruce Springsteen, Tony Bennett, Elton John, Bono, and Panic! At The Disco, to name a few artists. As a...
by Downtown Magazine | Sep 26, 2016 | Culture, Music
After forming in 2003, U.K. quartet Syd Arthur first emerged with its 2006 self-titled album. Although great press, good touring opportunities and major label interest would follow the band for years, Syd Arthur opted not to sign to a big label until 2013. Apricity,...