{"id":21972,"date":"2015-06-02T19:01:27","date_gmt":"2015-06-02T23:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/noelborthwick.com\/cakewalk\/?p=21972"},"modified":"2015-06-02T19:01:27","modified_gmt":"2015-06-02T23:01:27","slug":"month-end-artist-wrap-up-how-pro-sonar-users-made-the-spotlight-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/noelborthwick.com\/cakewalk\/2015\/06\/02\/month-end-artist-wrap-up-how-pro-sonar-users-made-the-spotlight-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Month-end Artist Wrap-up: How Pro Sonar Users Made the Spotlight in May"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Murder FM:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Congratulations to SONAR Platinum<\/a> artist Norman Matthew and his band Murder FM for finalizing their record deal with Famous Records\/Sony Red.\u00a0 After turning down deals in the past from even bigger major labels, Norman and company found the right fit for the band.\u00a0 In a recent press release circulated to the music industry, Famous Records stated, “We here at the label are super excited and can’t wait to share our new find. These guys have the ‘IT’ factor.\u00a0 In a short period of time these guys can\/will be the hottest new mainstream rock radio sensation that will get heads moving and feet stomping.<\/p>\n

The single \u201cWe the Evil\u201d will be promoted at rock radio this month, and another version of the song remixed by Tommy Lee<\/a> of Motley Crue will be released simultaneously as well. The record which was mixed by Beau Hill<\/a> (also the Executive Producer of the record) is slated to be released August 7th 2015. \u00a0Drummer Will Hunt of the band Evanescence also performed on the track Happily Never After which ended up as the title track to the record.\u00a0 The band will be touring upon the release of the record and have signed on with the M7 Agency Group who has already started to place them on some large shows and festivals such as Dirtfest at Birch Run Expo Center, MI<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For more information visit: http:\/\/www.murderfmmusic.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a>Javier Colon: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 Another Congratulations is also in order to SONAR Platinum user Javier Colon who has signed a new record deal with Concord Music Group.\u00a0 Javier, who won the inaugural season of \u201cNBC\u2019s The Voice,\u201d has continued to stay connected with his fans since winning the show.\u00a0 Javier is currently using SONAR Platinum in his home production studio as he finishes up the record in between show dates.\u00a0 The record was recorded at his home as well as various studios in New York City and Los Angeles.<\/p>\n

Javier has been no stranger to major label record deals, and one can only assume that his talent, spirit and songwriting keeps carrying him into new ventures.\u00a0 In a recent press release circulated within the music industry Javier said, \u201cI am so happy to have a new home at Concord. They truly understand who I am as an artist and I\u2019m looking forward to making the album I want to make. To be on a roster with the likes of James Taylor and Paul McCartney is an absolute honor and I\u2019m excited to start this journey and get new music out to my fans.\u201d<\/p>\n

Most recently coming off tour with Maroon 5 as well as solo performances, Javier has also performed with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Brian McKnight, Colbie Caillat, Michael McDonald, India Arie, Adam Levine, Stevie Nicks, Anthony Hamilton and Joss Stone to name a few.\u00a0 From a recent conversation with Javier, it\u2019s evident that touring is going to be a big part of this next record and new territories such as Asia will be in the fold as well.<\/p>\n

For more information visit: http:\/\/javiercolon.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00a0\"\"<\/a>ChocQuib Town:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ChocQuib Town recently released their new album \u201cEl Mismo\u201d on Sony Music, and SONAR Platinum<\/a> user and member Miguel “Slow” Mart\u00ednez\u00a0had a heavy hand in the production of the whole record. \u00a0The Columbia based group who is already an accomplished Latin Grammy winner, is touring heavily for what is anticipated as their biggest album release to date. With the structure of the release on a worldwide basis, the band is excited to finally be introduced to the world with their signature sound of Afro- Colombian Urban music which has been described as a beautiful mix of Salsa, Hip Hop, Reggae and Colombian Afro-Pacific Folk.<\/p>\n

In ChocQuib Town, every member of the group brings a distinctive and interesting character to the music. Gloria \u201cGoyo\u201d brings passionate singing and rap elements while Carlos \u201cTostao\u201d introduces the big-hype, all combined with the creative production skills of Gloria\u2019s brother Miguel \u201cSlow\u201d [Mike] who also adds his own lyrical swagger to the mix.<\/p>\n

Check out the their first single \u201cCuando Te Veo\u201d https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NemwE1YoTRM<\/a><\/p>\n

For more information visit: http:\/\/www.chocquibtown.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Shota Nakama, Falk Au Yeong and VGO [Video Game Orchestra]:\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The unique sonic signature of VGO caught the eyes and ears of\u00a0Mix Magazine<\/a>\u00a0in May, as the magazine put a spotlight on the group\u2019s unique approach to music composition.\u00a0 If you are not familiar with VGO, they are best described as a genre-bending blend of rock and classical music, taking aim at video game music.\u00a0 At first, Creator\/Producer Shota Nakama\u2019s intentions with the group were to simply introduce interesting and fresh new ideas to the video game world through classical music arrangements while also combining a rock aspect [\u201cRockestral\u201d].<\/p>\n

Fast forward 7 years later to what has transpired from a live performance to now also the studio, VGO has transpired into a world-renown machine in demand with international accolades, and a worthy example of what can happen with a good idea, raw talent and hard work.\u00a0 On the recording side of the coin, Shota\u2019s SoundrRecBoston is now well known as a powerhouse music-spot for video games and film.\u00a0 With credits in Final Fantasy XV, TALES OF ZESTIRIA, God Eater 2 and Kingdom Hearts, SoundtRecBoston<\/a> is quickly making a name for itself in the gaming world.<\/p>\n

SONAR user Falk Au Yeong, who is the mastermind engineer behind VGO tells Mix magazine, \u201cMy main work rig at home consists of a pair of PCs running in tandem, a main and a sample slave via Vienna Ensemble Pro, with the audio interface being a MOTU 828, I work primarily on a pair of AKG K702 headphones due to familiarity and personal preference. I have a small collection of microphones as well as Aural Sonic portable audio treatment panels used to set up my space for whenever small-scale tracking is required. Part of the reason my setup is lightweight is so that it can also be carted around. We\u2019ve taken this rig to track stuff, run a multiple-output backing tracks\/clicks\/video solution for live concerts, and even for mixing sessions.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information visit:\u00a0http:\/\/vgo-online.com\/<\/a> and http:\/\/www.soundtrecboston.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a>iLan Bluestone:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SONAR Platinum<\/a> user iLan Bluestone continues his rapid upward industry-clime with the new release of \u201cAnjunabeats Worldwide 05\u201d last week.\u00a0 The full length record has already reached iTunes worldwide Dance Charts and seems to have the early momentum of his biggest release yet. Most of the record was created completely in iLan\u2019s home production studio outside of London.\u00a0 In a recent phone conversation, iLan told Cakewalk, \u201cThe workflow in SONAR Platinum is allowing me to create my music faster with even better results now.\u00a0 The customization factor is unreal and the fact that I can easily create a ton of my own key commands has me flying.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to the new release, iLan\u2019s camp has also announced a world tour for the summer with many new dates finally in the United States as well as Canada, United Kingdom and Spain.\u00a0 iLan will also be appearing at Sweetwater\u2019s Gearfest in Fort Wayne, IN on Saturday June 13th<\/sup> talking about his approach to music production and life as a touring electronic musician.<\/p>\n

For more information visit: www.ilanbluestone.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Murder FM:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Congratulations to SONAR Platinum artist Norman Matthew and his band Murder FM for finalizing their record deal with Famous Records\/Sony Red.\u00a0 After turning down deals in the past from even bigger major labels, Norman and company found the right fit for the band.\u00a0 In a recent press release circulated to the music industry, … <\/p>\n

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