Hi,
I'm Dan Weintraub, a singer-songwriter from Vermont whose catalog perhaps
best falls into the Americana, Alt-Folk and Alt-Country genres. While the
bulk of my work and can be found on my personal websites
(http://danweintraubmusic.com and http://danweintraubacoustic.com), I have
recently uploaded my three most recent albums as playlists on Soundcloud
(https://soundcloud.com/dan-weintraub-2/sets).
Here is what fans and reviewers are saying about my music:
“…Acoustic music at its best! This is where music came from. A guy or gal
on a guitar, honestly talking about his or her life. Get this guy’s music
in your collection now! I can’t wait until he comes to play in my home
town. (recent review)…”
“…Dan Weintraub is a songwriter extraordinaire. An absolute must for
acoustic music fans, it is the kind of sound and storytelling that fuse
just brilliantly, surrounding you like a wall of thought, a to-do list of
things to consider, if you will – a reflective and inspiring set of
somewhat unpredictable advice. His music has a certain magic about it that
is well worth letting into your life. (recent review)…”
“This is provocative [acoustic] music without the political baggage. It’s that
kind of electrifying intimacy that makes Dan’s music such an alluring
affair.” (recent review)
“There is a profound earnestness to Dan’s lyrics and vocal style. If I was
a person who cries, I probably would listening to some of Dan’s songs.”
(fan)
“There is a powerful vulnerability in Dan’s lyrics. They have soul and get
you in the gut – great poetry, great songs.” (fan)
I hope that you will, if time and schedule permit, check out my work - and
I do appreciate your time and kind attention to my music.
Last night our friends across the pond held the annual BRIT Awards, a night to celebrate the best and brightest in music. It was a night of amazing performances and many well-deserved awards! Congratulations to all the winners!
Our favorite quirky Los Angeles quartet, DNCE, has been announced as the opening act for Selena Gomez's 2016 "Revival Tour." DNCE and Selena took to Snapchat to make the exciting announcement (@joseadams and @selenagomez), which ended with a major snuggle puddle in Selena's bed. It's sure to be an epic summer of fun you won't want to miss. Grab your tickets here.
3 Doors Down premiered the official video for their latest single "In The Dark" and it doesn't disappoint!Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte stars in the dark sultry video, making it a total must-watch!
It's
been almost six months since I moved to Hawaii and I fall in love with
this place more and more each day. I'm doing everything that I've
always wanted to do. I am back in school studying political science, I
work for an organization that does marine policy research, I'm writing
my second book, and I'm staying physically active by swimming regularly
and practicing yoga. I know, tough life. ;)
As for music, I've been very inspired! I wrote twenty new songs since I
arrived, and I'm now working on recording my sixth solo album. I'll be
in Los Angeles for my cousin's wedding in March (performing the song
for their first dance - yikes!) and some long-time musician friends of
mine thought it would be great to do a reunion show. Candice Harris and
Matt Fonda, from the band Zookeeper's Palace
were instrumental (pun intended) in making my second album, "Spilt
Chocolate Milk" which we produced over six years ago (we even made a video!).
We, along with their bassist, Jason Lobell, are going to play my entire
Spilt Chocolate Milk album as well as some of my new songs from my
upcoming album! Their band is also in the process of recording their
second album, Deliquesce, and will be performing at the Mint on 3/24. Also joining us is the talented violinist, Dolly Dahdal, who will add a beautiful, symphonic touch to our set.
The show will be on Monday, March 21, at my fave secret venue, Bar
Lubitsch in WeHo at 7:30pm (early for my fellow day job friends!). It's
a very small venue, so please buy your tickets asap.
***Presale special*** If you purchase your ticket by next Friday, Feb 26, you can bring a guest free of charge. :)
Friends jamming out to 90s tunes like R.E.M., Goo Goo Dolls, and Incubus!
Layla's Reunion Show Featuring Zookeeper's Palace!
When: March 21, 2016, 7:30pm
Where: Bar Lubitsch, 7702 Santa Monica Blvd. 90046
Cover: $20 Purchase tickets on Eventbrite
The album Dush (released only in digital version in August 2014) was
recorded at The Grid and co-produced by Christian Donaldson
(Cryptopsy). Notable acts such as The Agonist and Catalyst hail their
music from the same location/producer. Christian also laid guitar and
bass on the tracks of Dush.
Currently the two original members of Dush (Mira Solo and Den Hagalaz)
are working on producing an EP of some of their older songs with an EBM
artist (Left Side Neighbour).
A new musical realm is rising on the complex map of modern aggressive
music. Staking out new ground amid the countless categories of metal,
the sound of bronze—intimate yet epic, fierce yet beautiful—has arrived.
Its heralds are the two musical adventurers—the Queen, her Wizard and
her Warrior—at the heart of Montreal’s Dush...
The term “bronze” is ideally suited to Dush. Brighter and warmer in
appearance than most ordinary metals, bronze is an alloy, a fusion of
copper with one or more other, non-metal elements. Likewise, Dush temper
their basis in the focus and ferocity of heavy metal and industrial
music with components from outside the parameters of the genres—consider
the pop inflections in the chorus of “Circles” or the enveloping,
mesmerizing mysticism of “Numb.” Moreover, among the physical properties
of bronze is its resistance to rust, reflected in the timelessness of
their sound.
Paradoxically, Dush are absolutely up the minute in their
approach to aggressive music, yet at the same time, they draw on
melodies and atmospherics that evoke ancient truths, summoning to mind
the Bronze Age and the mysteries of the cradle of civilization.
After gaining notoriety in her hometown other opportunities were presented. Though she was known for her gritty, hard-hitting rhymes, her style, femininity and sex appeal sparked several modeling opportunities including photo shoots with Willie ESCO, Black Men’s Magazine, Hype Hair Magazine, and Karl Kani.
Ivy Shades was also known for wearing crazy eye wear at her shows which quickly caught on as a part of her image. Channeling her business background, she decided to branch off and create her own designer eye wear brand. She began designing for her entourage “Female Money Team.”
Her movement became so powerful through the popularity she gained that she was forced to release Ivy Shades Designer Eye wear as a brand which debuted in Houston, Texas for the first time on September 28, 2010. Shortly after the launch of the first line, sales spread across the United States, even taping into the International market.
Currently these star celebrities support the Ivy Shades Brand: Rihanna, Cee-Lo Green, and Lady Gaga just to name a few. Ivy Shades is earning her place in the Music and Designer industries and is positioning herself to make a lasting impression on the world. Even through the success of her designer eye wear, Ivy Shades still continued her journey as a recording artist now one in the same with her brand.
After the release of her third successful mix tape “I Co-sign Myself” in 2014
Ivy Shades started her own independent Record Label, FMT Music. Her debut studio album “Madam Chronicles” (2013) has everybody asking “Who is this Chick.” Although she is wildly popular and highly regarded amongst her male peers, even in her early years, Ivy Shades has always had a huge female entourage which advanced her movement and gained her a loyal fan base.
She is also the only female MC to have a record featuring the late Pimp C from the legendary hip-hop group, UGK. Her most recent performance was at Tre Day, 2014 in Houston where she debuted “Eye wear” from her new project. The first single, “Lap Dance” already has the streets buzzing.
In a recent interview Ivy Shades was asked to describe herself in one word. Her response was “Determined.” She went on to explain, “I have started a female movement, where in my eyes all females one day will work together, love each other, and stop the hate.” Ivy Shades Designer Eye wear is available in high end boutiques. To purchase Ivy Shades Designer Eye wear online, please visit www.IvyShades.com.
