Tommi Tikka, The Impersonators Lead

Having previously been signed to Sony/BMG with Carmen Gray, one of Finland's finest rock bands, Tom Tikka has formed The Impersonators, a two-man project born out their ashes and designed to cut out the politics and strife which come from the rock ‘n' roll carnival of band life. Resolutely studio-based, the Josie Award-nominated The Impersonators channel the bejeweled power-pop of The Go-Betweens and the immediacy/worldliness of early R.E.M. to deliver timeless alt-pop melodies.   Comprising Tom Tikka and lyricist Antti Autio, The Impersonators are just that: a duo which masquerades as a full band and does everything it can to defy convention – whether that being their insistence on avoiding touring or their songs, which home in on the warts-and-all gnarliness of love and real life. In fact, if one were to find a common theme that runs through the group's entire catalog, it would probably be how life very seldom resembles or turns out like Disney fantasies.   Despite their poignant lyrics, The Impersonators are still a joyous proposition, with their vocal harmonies and chiming chords harking back to such 60s pop majesties as The Beatles, The Byrds and The Beach Boys. Together with their producer Janne Saksa, The Impersonators craft their lyrics and melodies into retro-flavoured "alternative pop/rock". While adding a modern twist to the final soundscape, their goal is to nurture and cultivate the creativity, spirit, and warmth that graced the pop records of yesteryears. Today we talk musical joruney, experience recording music, and an amazing performance. I advise you all to check out his and his group's social media links down below and hit him up for business inquires and collabs: Impersonators Website: https://impersonatorsmusic.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpersonatorsBand/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/1mpersonators Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1mpersonators_band/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNxEq8p5waRWe1Gp7DBAzCg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/43iP9Qdf52b0zuyBYKjgbl?si=69XqI-l0TrSYb_AqYpkqPgBlick

00:58:27 8/9/2021

Past Episodes

It's A Little Dark In Here, Mauri Dark Is About To Light It Up

It's about to get a little dark in here. Mauri Dark is about to lighten up the room with lots of musical experiences, new music, and a great showcase. Mauri Dark is a singer-songwriter, born 1978 in Turku, Finland. He has been writing songs for 25 years now making music both alone and in various bands. He has played around 500 shows in different countries and released 9 full length albums. Mauri Dark's autobiographical debut solo album Dreams Of A Middle-Aged Man invites you into dark, folky, timeless, intimate, and acoustic songscapes. There is a story behind the record, says the artist: "The songs and lyrics were made amidst the changes of breaking up from a 7-year relationship, my mother's death of cancer, and finding happiness again, getting married, having a firstborn daughter and making music." Equipped with a baritone guitar and his deep, low voice, Mauri Dark is an experienced musician and songwriter. For his self-produced-recorded-performed solo album, he got to work with his dream audio team. Associate producer Jussi Vuola is a band mate and a musical blood brother. Mixing engineer / associate producer Hiili Hiilesmaa is famous for his work with HIM, Apocalyptica and Amorphis. Vlado Meller has previously mastered albums for Johnny Cash, Metallica, and Michael Jackson, to name a few. Make sure to check him out down below and make sure to hit him up for any future projects. Links to his music and more: https://www.mauridark.com/ https://facebook.com/mauridarkmusic https://instagram.com/mauridarkmusic https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwqXH5GrpTFLC9sZQqpcICw https://open.spotify.com/album/0Kb69vz11jzw5W6xuzV7vg https://music.apple.com/fi/artist/mauri-dark/1535902172?l=fi

00:26:29 8/16/2021

Shiffley Band, The Greatest In The Land + Huge Surprise

Brooklyn's Shiffley has made a name for itself by delivering instantly catchy synth melodies and electric live performances across NYC. Their first full-length album, Paper Cranes (2018), quickly exceeded a million listens, and the band has opened for acts such as Twenty One Pliots, Night Riots, Plain White T's, and Donna Missal. On TV, their music has been heard in the background of Teen Mom, Dash Dolls, Tiny House Nation, Bravo!, TrueTV and more. Shiffley knows how to have fun, whether it's on stage, in your living room, or in your headphones. Their recent releases Gimme and Ri¢h Kids are the first of many new tracks to come this year. This will also include the debut of Musically's voice singing so get ready for that. Today we talk music experiences, how the band got together, the new projects and beyond, and Shiffley's very own, Alex Ganes will do a showcase. You don't wanna miss this. Make sure to also hit them up for business inquires, collaborations, and book them for future and current events. Links to social media and music: IG: https://instagram.com/shiffleymusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/shiffleymusic FB: https://www.facebook.com/Shiffley http://www.shiffley.com/ https://open.spotify.com/track/1YNm3RMVmxINW9zcY3PZn2?si=TjIuygnNQdStnxo7My2vcg https://open.spotify.com/artist/5xNKJ10wkmeYrJp0gzsr39?si=LJ4d-LhQTD2A1RmyDg1rdw https://www.youtube.com/shiffleyband https://open.spotify.com/album/7eJ824TV4lbYqoZbBAM20H https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbbEJItScGI http://www.shiffley.com/shifflinx https://bit.ly/merchley http://www.shiffley.com/youtube.com/watch?v=vbbEJItScGI&list=PLxpFud69EcaTkQQ37095qO_-j8ZIK4G-q https://www.tiktok.com/@shiffley?lang=en https://bandsdobrooklyn.com/2021/06/21/premiere-aperitif-from-shiffley/ https://open.spotify.com/track/7dmdyH0pV6hXIq7XTFnsmK?si=f5c6477e084b447f https://open.spotify.com/album/3oHXgNDhs4PlLedk289Oje?si=g-Ghy4N1Sv-gm2Bc8NTglw&dl_branch=1

01:27:55 8/13/2021

NOMAD N3LSON, A Small Musician With A Big Song

NOMAD N3LSON is a Boston local artist tryna put some vibezzz in the air. Today we talk music experiences, new projects, and a sweet performance for all them good ears. You may check him out down below in the links provided and make sure to hit him up for business inquires and collaborations. Links to social medias and music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NXWCTee46BjrTNO4MSZ1m?si=pWrt_zTPThe1sJOhRI7EGg&nd=1 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCznnwEd9BlozJtarfbJM7hA https://www.instagram.com/nomadn3lson_/?hl=en https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/nomadn3lson/sorry-in-advance https://twitter.com/nomadn3lson Tiktok: @nomadnelson Snap: nmarcus96 https://www.iheart.com/artist/nomad-n3lson-34556657/ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nomad-n3lson/1515882936 https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/96230002 iTunes: Nomad N3lson https://deezer.page.link/m3hcR4zPovHWh6LV6 https://soundcloud.com/user-506535262

00:30:50 8/6/2021

Heistheartist, The Name By Definition

Heistheartist is an American Christian singer-songwriter from Central Islip, NY. Formerly a secular neo-soul singer signed to "Bentley Records" under his biological name "LeeMann Bassey," Heistheartist discovered that his true calling was with the Lord after hearing an inspiring sermon by TD Jakes online one day. That day he was inspired to teach the world about the Lord like TD Jakes did with his Sermon, but through music. Today we talk music journey, recording process, and an amazing performance. You may check him out down below and be sure to hit him up for collabs and business inquires: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCwnrwOiqt4L5w19DXT7g_mg?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?playnext=1&list=PLqTSWwwpGnfqyYGqanbQwcLgWXMWa94_r&feature=gws_kp_artist https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gcmZuz875tFsPHeT9RZaK?autoplay=true http://www.pandora.com/?sc=miR1507481 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/heistheartist/1453350705 https://www.iheart.com/artist/radio-Heistheartist-32710988?autoplay=true https://www.deezer.com/artist/56922662/radio?autoplay=true https://soundcloud.com/heistheartist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClXFQk16aFb9PDRNftdFM6Q https://www.instagram.com/signedlovetheartist/?hl=en https://ffm.to/thebookofmary https://twitter.com/HeIsTheArtist

00:28:08 8/2/2021

Drip1K, The Realest There Is

Today we meet one of the realest artists ever graced on this platform, Drip1K. Growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, he has had tough times in his life and people saying his couldn't do it and BAM! He is set to release his debut album soon and landed a spot on this podcast. Today we talk about beginnings in music, new projects, life behind the music, and a sick showcase. This musician is available on spotify and other social media and listening platforms! Make sure to check him out down below in the links provided: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UDCrYAXvnWnC29FcBQotU https://www.instagram.com/officialdrip1k/ https://mobile.twitter.com/Drip1_K https://open.spotify.com/album/3w6NeWOroUFRz7Cy5vReqJ?highlight=spotify:track:25cHnritRNDOveMmM3uUAx

00:56:54 8/1/2021

L.E Cairo, The Genius Behind Cairology

L.E Cairo is interested in pushing the boundaries of music. His journey has covered live performances, multiple genres, and composing originals. L.E Cairo is a hip hop artist and producer. His album, Vertical Vertigo, is a journey through a dark scenario based on true events. His new single and music video is Symbiotic Symmetry. L.E Cairo is currently at work on a second album, the follow up to Vertical Vertigo. He is a genius at his songwriting and musicianship and I suggest you check him out down below and hit him up for collaborations and business inquires. Also we have a special surprise at the end so please stick around!!

Links to check him out:

http://www.instagram.com/lecairo7

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1d5sJTyxSLazU0XAh0Z8Hc?si=E6Bx8WloT_KWRD4egcp8Tg

https://soundcloud.com/le-cairo

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-5RvFpvk0Gl3TqmxLttRTw

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJsdN17o/

https://open.spotify.com/track/6XbC3u5m1dobv0aluQWPpc?si=npHUQon3RC-FnT0sqYaLKw

https://linktr.ee/LECairo

00:54:34 7/30/2021

Rap It Out (Trailer)

00:00:59 7/27/2021

JayX Is Raising The Bar

Another RapPader has hopped on this podcast my good friend, JayX! Today we talk start of music journey, new projects, RapPad experiences, and a sick rap performance guarantee to amaze you! He does not have a lot of social media so if you want to hit him up for business inquires and collabs, head over to the links below to check him out!

Links to check him out:

https://www.rappad.co/users/JayX

00:30:13 7/26/2021

YNW_lilcj, A Little Rapper

I got another RapPader with me today, YNW_lilcj! Today we talk musical journey to become a rapper, methods of writing, coping with writer's block, new projects, and a sick verse that can't get enough of! He doesn't have a lot of social media so if you want to hit him up for business inquires and collabs, head over to the links provided!

https://www.snapchat.com/add/c_schneiderhe28 (Add him on Snapchat! Username: c_schneiderhe28)

https://www.rappad.co/users/YNW_lilcj

00:31:30 7/23/2021

S.A.X Is Making Good Music, That's A F.A.X (fact)

Today we got a amazing rapper and music production leader, Emma aka S.A.X! Today we get into beginning of music career and the start of it, methods of writing, new projects, and an amazing verse spitting out like nothing! Also, it is recommended to check out her production label! They produce beats and music. But they aren't an official label (yet). Shmine Productions is a musical collective also known as the "363 Collective" composed of rappers, singers, beat makers, producers, and more. Email here to more questions about it - shmineproductions@gmail.com! Make sure to check out the links provided below for more music from her and her collective!

https://www.instagram.com/emmamonthe/

https://soundcloud.com/shmineproductions1

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnE51EXbe8WNKWe7Y5XWmig/

https://soundcloud.com/s_a_x

https://soundcloud.com/s_a_x/flash-mcqueen

00:32:06 7/19/2021

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