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Tunezy Does Coachella. It was our first time out at Palm Desert...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:02:00 -0400

Tunezy Does Coachella.

It was our first time out at Palm Desert for the Coachella Music Festival, soaking up the sun and enjoying the incredible and perpetual line up of music. While passes had long been sold out, we were so lucky to get our hands on some VIPs so we could saunter in and celebrity spot.

The west coast is such an incredible place - from the hot spring/summer days to the cool desert evenings, not only did you have a wide array of fashion stomp the grounds, but a drastically different music experience as the sun set. Hint hint: Tunezy has a few West Coast Experiences coming right up in May as well with some of our new artists.

Here are a few of our grand highlights:

OUR FAVORITE ARTISTS:

METRIC, The XX, PHOENIX, and TAME IMPALA. Need we say more? The best of indie, new wave, and more graced the multiple stages. We loved our fellow Canadian artists Metric as Emily Haines belted out too many good tunes to count with an acoustic that was more than unbelievable. The XX killed it as per usual, though we have to admit the music may have been ill-fitting for the massive venue. Phoenix and R. Kelly (NOT Daft Punk, as was rumored all day). Tame Impala had everyone wild with their smash hit “Elephant” and cool Aussie vibe.

OUR FAVORITE MOMENTS:

Major Lazer jumping into a giant bubble and rolling over the crowd. Blister in the Sun by the Violent Femmes, getting everyone up on their feet and dancing in the blazing heat. Despite the song being so wonderfully aged, knowing that music has the power to inspire the masses is something to be in awe of.

OUR FAVORITE THINGS:

Things we absolutely couldn’t live without - the Coachella App (very on-point, allowing you to plan your shows and set reminders), sweet FRUTTARE bars that we hoarded from their hangout at Coachella, a handy Samsung S3 (yeah, we’re fanatics in the office for Android), and WATER. Lots of it.

That’s a wrap, Coachella 2013. While weekend 2 is going on, we’re busy at work on some new experiences (have you seen our most recent experience offerings)?

Glam rock comes to life with the help of the fantastic foursome...

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:31:00 -0400

Glam rock comes to life with the help of the fantastic foursome from the Los Angeles-based band, Young Beautiful in a Hurry (YBH). If the name enough doesn’t make you kick start your day thinking Carpe Diem! then the genre-mixing sounds of this pop/rock group certainly will. YBH formed in 2011 under the wing of accomplished songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist, Brendan McCreary. Other band members include Bryan Taylor on drums, Pete Griffin on bass and Chris Norton on keyboards.

Self described as “rock, pop - in that order” YBH is not just about feel-good music. Addictively listenable, YBH’s sound is easily compared to that of a modern day Queen: infectious, life-changing and with a little bit of innovative quirk thrown in.

And if we were to just gather the facts here, their songs have been featured on everything and anything, including 90210, Battlestar Galactica, and The Walking Dead, to name a few.

Today we chat with Brendan, the mastermind behind the group as he tells us about his songwriting inspirations and what’s in store for this popular band, including their new EP!

‘Young Beautiful in a Hurry’ is such a unique name for a band - tell us about it.

I think it means a lot of things to different people, but for me, it’s about ambition and forward motion. It’s about overcoming adversity. It’s about being true to yourself.

Young Beautiful in a Hurry is actually a figure of speech my mother still says to this day. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve heard her proudly declaring this to the universe time and time again. So that notion, Young Beautiful in a Hurry, sort of fused itself into my worldview. As a band name it’s been really fantastic.

How did the band come together in 2011?

Well, myself and drummer, Bryan, have been playing together since 2005/2006. Bryan is easily one of the most versatile and musical drummers I’ve ever worked with. He’s got the chops and control of Vinnie Colaiuta and Paul Mabury, but when he wants or needs to, he can unleash like John Bonham or Keith Moon.

In November of 2011, I fronted a Freddie Mercury tribute band and met our bassist Pete through that. Pete was formerly the bassist in Zappa Plays Zappa and occasionally tours with Dethklok. I was blown away when he offered his skills to YBH.

After that we’ve had a revolving door of amazing musicians that play with us. Chris Norton on keys (Zappa Plays Zappa), sometimes my brother Bear McCreary sits in (composer of Walking Dead, Battlestar Galactica), Raya Yarbough on vocals and backing vocals, Paul Cartwright on mandolin and or fiddle. Depending on the show we’re putting on, we’ll introduce and highlight different musicians to showcase our music whether it’s a large rock show or an intimate acoustic show.

Which genre would you categorize your music under and why?

Rock/Pop - in that order. In today’s musical landscape, the number of genre and sub-genre classifications is intimidating. The thing that is quite liberating about YBH, is it sort of defies genre, certainly in the niche variety. We really aim to appeal to a wide audience; from soulful pop crooners like “I Got Love”, to the rock and roll bombast of “Stuck on the Girl” (from our forthcoming release), these songs are extremely diverse, but all YBH. So rock/pop it is!

Where do you draw inspiration from while writing a song and what’s the creative process that the band follows while making music?

In general, I find inspiration is like fickle lovers. They’ve got you in ecstasy some days, and other days you can’t get them on the phone. As a result, my songwriting can be frenetic.

Some days I’ll write, produce and record a song over the weekend. Other times a song will take literally years to finish. Sometimes my inspiration comes in a free-flowing, blank canvas, and I just throw notes on the page and wonderful things happen, while other times the scalpel, protractor, and scientific method are my tools.

In any case, as a songwriter I pull inspiration from everywhere. People I meet, conversations I’ve had, past times, future times, various lovers and friends, the list goes on and on.

With the band, most often, I’ll put together a functional demo of a tune and bring it in, and we’ll hash it out from there. However, more and more these days I may just bring an acoustic guitar and vocal to Pete and Bryan and we work it out together from there. The songs never stop growing.

Tell us bout your new EP that is coming out soon.

Our new EP is a collection of hard hitting triple-threat rock songs that will have you jumping out of your chair. There are seven tunes in total, and they range from epic stadium bangers, to emotionally introspective ballads. I can’t wait to get these tunes out into the world. They really showcase how the band has grown and changed since we started. There are tunes on this record that are unlike anything anyone has heard before. Minds will be blown. Plus we’re recording more over the summer!

What can your fans expect from you in 2013?

They can expect a whole bevy of new material surfacing for the first time, from our new record, and our new singles, to new songs being played at the shows.

We’re pretty backlogged in content, and we’re planning on rolling it out over the course of the year and into 2014. We’ve also got 5 music videos in pre-production which I am dying to start filming, and we just finished up our second video for “Don’t Stop Me Now”, which we will be unveiling in April! So there’s a whole lot of YBH going around.

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We can’t wait to check out the new EP! In the mean time, stay connected to YBH online and don’t forget to make a wish for them on Tunezy!

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What does it really take to get noticed by industry experts and...

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:13:00 -0400

What does it really take to get noticed by industry experts and recording stars like Bif Naked and Jully Black? Well, a fiery personality, catchy melodies and a guitar doesn’t hurt. Meet Ivy James. She’s only 16-years old, but Ivy already possesses a songwriting talent and a musical maturity well beyond her years.

With lyrics like “I didn’t need my second chance so I threw it away” from ‘Your Escape (Nate’s Song)’ and “it’s so pointless wishing on burnt out stars” from ‘Thunder’, it’s pretty clear - Ivy’s foray into the music world is not temporary. Armed with just her guitar, Ivy recorded and released her self-titled debut EP in June 2012 filled with six self-written heart-twisting acoustic melodies. In October 2012, Ivy won Best Young Songwriter at the Toronto Independent Music awards and ironic enough - wasn’t even able attend the awards show because she was under 19.

While you can hear a pop-rock influence attributable to her musical inspirations, Avril Lavigne and Marianas Trench, Ivy’s work is unique, notably for her distinct vocals and riveting, vulnerable lyrics, which comes as no surprise as she’s previously described performing as “screaming your secrets on stage.”

What’s next? Well she was selected to play at the 2013 Canadian Music Week and actually just performed last night, on March 20!

We had a brief chat with the rising starlet as she prepped for the CMW festival.

What was the defining moment in your life that helped you decide that you wanted to pursue music as a career?
I think I’ve always had this thought in the back of my head which said, “hey, it would be really cool if I could write songs and sing them for people.” I never thought it would get this far. My defining moment was probably when a girl I had never met came up to me and showed me she had my songs on her iPod. That was when I realized music was no longer a hobby and that I really wanted to take this as far as I could.

You were named “Best Young Songwriter” at the Toronto Independent Music Awards in 2012. Where do you draw your inspiration from when writing a song?
I get inspiration from a lot of things, usually from whatever’s happening in my life at the moment. It’s an amazing outlet. If I’m upset or angry, instead of bottling things up, I can just write a song and get it off my chest. I would say 99% of my songs are about things I’ve gone through and how I’ve dealt with them.

You’ve been involved with several local charities. Tell us about the organizations you support and why you chose to be involved.
I love charity shows! I’ve been lucky enough to be able to work with great charities like CYAN, Big Brothers, Rotary Cheshire Homes and the Canadian Helen Keller Centre. It’s extremely important to me to help people in any way I can, even if that’s just by playing my music to help people have a good time.

I’ve been involved with these charities for years and have met so many amazing people along the way. I have a special personal connection with every charity that I choose to work with.

What do you hope to achieve in 2013?
I just recorded a bunch of new songs. In 2013, I hope I can keep writing, keep playing and release more music. I am so excited for my show at Canadian Music Week tonight!

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Naughty by Nature in New York. Sounds like a sweet Sunday to us!...

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:49:00 -0500

Naughty by Nature in New York. Sounds like a sweet Sunday to us! Tunezy was proud to present a VIP dinner along with some merch packages and experiences tied to the NBN performance at Gramercy Theatre.

Fans were treated to a steak dinner along with their platinum and dinner packages on Tunezy, where the guys brought along wicked OPP cupcakes, in celebration of 20 years of Hip Hop Hooray.

Vinny, Kay Gee, and Treach were fantastic hosts, welcoming their biggest fans from New York area to enjoy a great meal, go backstage, and hang out at an intimate afterparty following a packed show for over 500 rap fanatics.

Special thanks to Ben and Jack’s, Naughty by Nature, and Hot New Hip Hop. Also thanks to our fans that purchased experiences, we’ll be sharing some testimonials, we’re sure to make you feel left out.

Want access to more events coming up? Be sure to check out the main page of our marketplace on Tunezy.com.

Grab your boots and a glass of red. The urban cowgirl has...

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:53:00 -0500

Grab your boots and a glass of red. The urban cowgirl has arrived. Meet Jacelyn Holmes - singer, songwriter, guitarist and energizer bunny. With her bewitching eyes and seductive smile, it’s easy to see why this lovely lady started off her career as an actress. Lucky for us, she soon switched gears to the musical side of things and well, just listen to this.

Unlike an ordinary country crooner, Jacelyn blends her smooth, cooing vocals with a bit of jazz, pop and rock to create a new fusion of genres and alternative country sound that is distinctly hers and hers alone. Jacelyn was made for this, and if her natural passion doesn’t win you over, then her bubbly, beaming personality sure will.

Jacelyn’s debut EP ‘As Is’ was released November 2010 to widespread acclaim, and oh hey - she’s picked up myriad of regional music awards too - no big deal. This past December, Jacelyn released her holiday single, ‘Waiting for Christmas’ to positive acclaim, heavy radio airplay and went on tour with the award-winning band, The Sugar Devils.

This songstress may be an Ontario-native, but she’s a world traveler and has performed all over the globe, including headlining a Starbucks acoustic tour and showcasing at Canadian Music Week. Jacelyn’s on her way to country stardom and we’re tagging along for the ride with our boots in tow.

How did your debut EP ‘As Is’ come together and how did it feel to receive immediate recognition when your songs ‘Growin’ Up’ and ‘Speechless’ were featured in the 2011 movie Sophie?

I am fairly new at expressing myself creatively through singing and songwriting. My first project, ‘As Is’, felt very organic and I listened to my intuition when it came to manifesting the sound I heard in my head. It was an amazing opportunity to work with my friends who happened to be incredible musicians and wanted to help me on my musical journey.

When my first single ‘Growin’ Up’ was picked to be the theme song for the feature film “Sophie” I was absolutely shocked! Truly, I was so thrilled to be a part of a movie in a way that I have never ever been before. The movie then took another one of my songs, ‘Speechless’ to use in the movie and I was officially on Cloud 9 at that point.

What was it like transitioning from an entertainer and actress to a musician?

It felt natural. Although I miss acting now, I knew I had to focus my attention on growing within the musical community if I wanted to be taken seriously. Performing on stage, behind the camera or with a band is all the same language to me - being present and vulnerable. Although, some people may be happy to hear that I am getting back into acting in 2014!

Your single ‘Growin’ Up’ has been called “a thoughtful exploration of love and loss in the battlefield of relationships”. What was your inspiration for this song?

This song was inspired by a past relationship, one that dragged on longer than it should have because I felt comfortable. Often many girls do this - they mistake comfort for love. I knew there were many red flags in our relationship, like verbal bullying, but I chose to ignore them because I was afraid of losing the person I thought I was going to marry.

When you find the strength to take a healthy risk, it really opens your eyes and you realize you were so wrong! Often, writing songs is a way to work through all areas of my life and if a common theme keeps appearing in my writing sessions, I know I need to do something about it.

You have been working with the youth organization TAP (Turn Around Projects). Tell us more about the organization and your involvement with them.

Turn Around Projects is amazing! My close friend Tiffany Stull is the co-founder of this organization. She also has a full time job and has a newborn baby. I feel so privileged to be called upon to assist in different ways. I perform to raise money for projects and programs, and I traveled to Jamaica this past summer and worked with disenfranchised youth in music and theatre.

In Canada, the youth are so blessed to have the freedom to express themselves in many shapes and forms, without judgment and often with encouragement. This is not the case in Jamaica. The barriers that stand in the way of these defenseless children would leave even adults in North America crippled, but somehow they push on.

This is why it is imperative we open our hearts, minds, talents and wallets to giving back, not just to our own communities, but internationally as well. Otherwise, we fail each other. The kids in Jamaica are now my brothers and sisters and I will never stop loving them and encouraging them to follow their dreams. Funny enough, I reached out because I wanted to help and offer change, and in turn they changed me more than I could have ever known.

What are your goals for this year and what can your fans look forward to in 2013?

As well as writing and performing in Canada, I am thrilled that I will be traveling and performing in a lot of other countries. This year, I am also launching a special company called “OurSong”, which takes the stories of those getting married, engaged or celebrating an anniversary and wish to have their own song. OurSong will be a personal project of mine where I will be writing all the songs for these lucky couples!

Also, we hope to track another single on country radio stations this summer since our Christmas single, “Waiting For Christmas” was received well by listeners across Canada.

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Introducing Fan Wishlists to Tunezy In mid November last year,...

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:53:00 -0500

Introducing Fan Wishlists to Tunezy

In mid November last year, Tunezy changed focus away from a social record label towards providing amazing fan experiences with artists around the world. We’ve been in the trenches with artists ever since, delivering unique experiences to their loving fans. Today, we’re happy to introduce a new feature, called “Wishlists”, that let us make fan experiences even better.

Wishlists let fans make requests for experiences from their favourite artists. Users can do this from an artist’s profile or via Twitter, by simply tagging their wish with “@artist_handle” and “#fanwish”. Once a wish is created, fans add important information to their wishes like what cities, dates, and types of communication are convenient. This critical information is then passed on to the artist who can choose to work these experiences into their busy schedules. If a wish can be fulfilled, the wishing fans will be notified by Tunezy. Making a wish isn’t a contract, it’s just a way for fans to share their dream experiences, with the awesome possibility that it could come true.

We built Wishlists because we observed that lots of fans were using comments to make their dreams heard on an artist’s Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube. The problem was that the artist didn’t know what to do with those requests; they wanted to engage with their fans, but without a platform to get the right information from fans and actually carry out those experiences, they hit a road block. With Wishlists, Tunezy now let’s artists get experience requests from their fans and seamlessly lets them turn it into an awesome, customized experience. It’s a win-win, and we love those.

Alongside this change, we’ve also removed music and Notes from the site. We know these are big changes, but they will let us spend our resources on delivering what matters most to our users. We removed music because users already have so many great options to listen and discover, and they already know which artists they like. Our goal is to give those fans a place to request and get fan experiences from those artists. With Notes, we were just not happy with how we were delivering value to users for earning them, so until we make them more meaningful to collect, they will be discontinued from Tunezy.

Check it out and let us know what you think. As always, we crave your feedback, so don’t be shy!

A personal thank you: To Darren Fung, Rahil Sondhi, Soheil Alavi, Neha Singh, and Monika Patel for working hard over the past couple months to deliver a great feature to our users.

We have a new face in town - welcome to Chi, our new Director of...

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:31:00 -0500

We have a new face in town - welcome to Chi, our new Director of Business Development. His experiences span from big companies to start ups, and will be bringing on board some wicked new talent to the Tunezy platform.

Read after the jump for a little more on Chi’s background:

Who are you and where did you come from?

Well, I was born in Taiwan and moved to Canada when I was really young. I started my first business as a freshman in high school buying cellphones in bulk and selling them on eBay. My background’s in finance as I worked in NYC and SF as an investment banker for Goldman Sachs and then later as an associate for Summit Partners. However, I wasn’t passionate only working with large multi-billion dollar companies and I was more interested in web startups. I left finance and co-founded my own company TheDealPages.com, a daily deal aggregator, and then later worked at Pressly.com, an HTML5 tablet publishing platform before coming to Tunezy.com. I’m passionate about helping startups grow and the intersection between technology, music and design.

Who are some of your favourite artists on Tunezy?

I love Naughty by Nature since they were one of the first artists to introduce me to the world of Hip-Hop when I was young. I loved the fact that they pushed the boundaries and crossed the Pop and Hip-Hop genres with their sample of Michael Jacksons “ABC” for their hit-song “O.P.P.”. I also really like the creativity in all of Mike Tompkins videos. He’s Canadian!

What’s one interesting thing about you that people don’t know

A lot of people don’t know that I write rhymes as an outlet and I sample and create my own songs. I have a mini-studio setup at home with my turntables, keyboard, guitar, a few mics, MPC drum pads and I like to invite friends over who play different live instruments for a Hip-Hop jam session.

What’s your dream Fan Experience?

My dream fan experience would be to hang out with Jay-Z and his crew backstage or chill at an after party with him to experience what it would be like to be a part of his entourage. A really close second would be if Carly Rae Jepsen would “Call Me Maybe?”.

Follow Chi on Twitter at @allyoucanchi or add him to LinkedIn.

What do you get when you mix a comedic superstar, fresh mango...

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:32:00 -0500

What do you get when you mix a comedic superstar, fresh mango salad rolls and the Tunezy Marketplace together? Add in enthusiastic Vancouverites, a Japanese YouTuber and it’s a Tunezy experience like none other.

Last week, Vancouver welcomed the musical genius known as Gunnarolla to town. With upbeat witty songs about sushi, fonts and anything random - Gunnarolla has earned an insanely loyal following, prompting Tumblr fan pages and nearly 11 million views on YouTube.

With Tunezy, Gunnarolla offered an exclusive Vancouverolla package for a private dinner with himself and other fans at local Thai hotspot, Pink Elephant. It’s no surprise this experience sold out like Vancouver Japadogs (trust us, that’s fast), thus prompting Gunarolla to also plan a meetup prior to dinner to greet all the other fans who didn’t act fast enough to grab a ticket.

We ate, we laughed, we taped video segments with @Ciela and we admired Gunnarolla’s black vest.

Drumroll please, we give you the Top 5 Memories from Vancouverolla:

1 You Don’t Make Friends with Salad
Calling it ‘indulgent’ wouldn’t do justice to the variety and portion sizes offered at Pink Elephant’s chef’s table. Charcoal-grilled lamb loin chops, and 3 flavored deep-fried black cod? Great food is definitely a preface to a great night.

2 Vancouverolla Fashion Week
Included in the Tunezy experience package was a limited edition Vancouverolla t-shirt. Gunarolla hosted a brief shirt-off between 2 fans and did a ton of Sharpie magic (thanks for the Sugar Jones reminder!) while one fan, Salina, was busy plotting how to make her shirt fashion week ready - check it out here. Nice work lady!

3 Up Close and Personal
Gunnarolla was the man of the hour and chatted up the night with one-on-one conversations with every single person in the room. He also may or may not have shared his deepest, darkest secrets with us. Only we shall know who the true viewers of his Comic Sans music video are - shh - we’re not telling!

4 Warm Bodies
The night wouldn’t have been possible without the loyal support from his fans. There was a hoard of creative minds present, including fellow YouTubers and local musicians. The energy was magnetic and the atmosphere was buzzing. Thanks to special guest @Ciela, and fans Salina, Russ, LeeAnn, Joi, Nicole, Rosalind, Scott, Victor and everyone else.

5 For Life
Vancouverolla will forever go down as the night when the first Gunnarolla gang sign was created.

A big thank you again to Gunnarolla, Ciela, Pink Elephant and the incredible fans that came out and partied until the restaurant shut down (literally).

Gunnarolla has another experience available on Tunezy right now - this time in his hometown of Toronto with fellow bestie, Andrew. Don’t miss out and grab your ticket here!

Also, check out our Marketplace to see what other experiences and adventures are going on around the world!
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We can add another Simone to the world of powerhouse musicians....

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:04:19 -0500

We can add another Simone to the world of powerhouse musicians. Like Nina before her, Andria Simone commands the stage with her authoritative vocals, sensual-cathartic croons and emotive presence. Armed with her throaty raspy voice and adventurous spirit, this soul-pop singer/songwriter is undeniably en route to being in the of mix of reigning female songstresses like Adele, Alicia Keys and Amy Winehouse and hey - she already has the readymade initial “A”.

Andria’s debut EP “Nothing Comes Easy” was released this past October, full of catchy melodies, upbeat explicit female anthems and soulful ballads already garnering goosebumps and buzz within the music industry.

Hailing from Toronto, Andria has seen and experienced much of the world over her 24 years, but that’s not to say it’s been an easy journey. After watching just a snippet from her music video for the single ‘Shame’, you’d never believe Andria barely passed high school vocal class, or that she had to work to gain the confidence to pursue her natural craft. We chat with this rising superstar about her musical journey, her debut EP and grab some words of advice.

Describe the journey that led you to become a singer and songwriter?
As a kid, I always wrote my feelings down and sang about them - but I didn’t even make it into elementary school choir (we were 8 years old… every kid made it) and barely passed high school vocals. All these things made me insecure about pursuing music when I was young, which worked out for the better because I still had a lot of confidence and maturity to gain.

After high school, I traveled to Lviv, Ukraine where I stayed with uncle for three months. I owe a lot to him as he pushed me into music by signing me up for flute, piano and vocal lessons with a gypsy named Zita, and sent me to Spain and Wales for writing courses.

I only had 2 CDs with me at the time, Michael Buble and Amy Winehouse. I learned and mimicked the entire Back to Black album and thought to myself - Wow if I can do that, I can be a singer and you know what - I will. I came back to Toronto feeling like a brand new woman - and just started telling people I was a singer!

You’re currently signed with Artist-tree Music Group as their flagship artist. How were you discovered?
One night I met this young handsome man outside of a club. I told him I was a singer and he said he was a producer, so I jumped on the opportunity by singing him an Alicia Keys song.

We worked together for a year or so and afterwards I kept exploring and working with different people, but they never quite understood me.

Around 2011, Demetri James enters the picture as a referral from a good friend. We met at Starbucks to get a vibe for each other and there was an instant musical attraction from both ends. We set a date to meet Demetri’s mentor, Greg Kavanagh, and as soon as I met Greg I knew that was it - these are my guys! We hopped on the Soul Train, never to look back.

What are the perks of being involved in the songwriting process for your music?
Being involved in itself is the most important part as I find songwriting very therapeutic. I don’t think I could constantly be singing someone else’s feelings.

Obviously, there are amazing songwriters out there but it doesn’t feel authentic coming from me. I’m also biased because I’ve always been a part of my writing, and I want people who enjoy my music to really know me on all levels. However, that’s not to say I would never sing a cover or sing a song written for me, but the more hands-on and involved I can be, the better.

Your song “Do What I Want” is a strong song with an obvious theme of feminism in it. Do you consider yourself a feminist?

I love being a woman! We hold a lot of power, and sometimes, we don’t even realize it. But — I love men too and we would be pretty frustrated without them. I simply want to make it clear how important females are and we should never devalue ourselves. We females need to stand up for what we believe in and back up our fellow sisters. We don’t need to turn on each other or get catty; we need to stick together and share ideas - this is when we’re at our strongest.

As for the song, I’m not a big fan of rules and I never have been, so I’ll never be in a controlling relationship. If any man tries to alter my independence …I’ll show him the door. Fortunately, none have tried yet — maybe they listened to that song!

Which is your personal favorite track from your debt EP “Nothing Comes Easy” and why?
‘Nothing Comes Easy’ - the title says it all. If it comes easy - what’s the fun in that? I love learning from trial and error. I am not a perfectionist by any means, but I love constant improvement, and believe there should never be a limit to learning. If perfection is your goal, you’ll just be driving yourself crazy. The influence for this song came from a person who had a tough time accepting failure.

A piece of advice for all the people who want to follow their dream of becoming a musician but have limitations to pursue it as a career?
First and foremost, no matter the limitations, make sure you’re pursuing this for yourself. Then, the people who want to bring you down won’t matter.

Also, just be intensely passionate about what you do. You should feel successful just from being able to play an instrument or being able to sing, and if people end up enjoying what you do, all the better. If you have this mindframe, the ‘no’s’ won’t sting as much.

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Some people have it, some people don’t. After watching Rushil’s...

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:45:00 -0500

Some people have it, some people don’t. After watching Rushil’s debut single and music video, “Here and There,” nobody would deny this 18-year old has raw charisma, true passion and songwriting flair.

It’s hard to believe this is Rushil’s debut music video. The artistic grit and intensity poured into this breathtaking video, combined with the deep emotion in his voice make Rushil more than just a man with his guitar.

If Rushil’s remarkable rich, ragged voice doesn’t seduce you — then his creative courage will.

Influenced by different upbringings in India, England, and Cyprus, Rushil has been studying law at the acclaimed University of Oxford. However, he is also embarking on a musical journey to create a new future for himself, by choosing music over legal contracts. To say this is a change would be understatement, as Rushil hopes to completely transform his possibilities and redefine himself.

Meet the man behind the music.

Q: You have described music as an “omnipresent force” in your life. Tell us about the musical influences in your childhood that shaped your personality as a musician.

A: As a child, there was a multitude of different genres around me. My mom used to listen to an old tape deck in the car, which had everything from reggae to old western country and everything in-between. I remember taking an extreme liking to blues when I was young, something I’m actually revisiting again.

From those genres, I slowly graduated into commercial punk rock bands like Green Day, which my friends were crazy about at the time. I was about 15 when I started getting into the style of music that really molded me. It was a combination of The Fray’s How to Save a Life , John Mayer’s Continuum, Counting Crows’ Recovering the Satellites, Damien Rice’s O and 9, and of course, Radiohead’s OK Computer. That’s where I’m at right now, but I come across new things everyday.

Some of the most inspirational influences for my music are accidental and subconscious things, things I’m not aware of until I look back months later.

Q: Your producer found you at the age of 14, when you were in a band with friends. How does it feel to be discovered at such a young age?

A: Honestly, writing and playing music is the only option I work with in my head when I try and picture the future. To be given the opportunity to actually do that is incredible. I only hope I keep doing this. Right now, I’m still balancing my education with music, but at some point I really hope to focus solely and completely on music. I’ve been told I’m young and I should be patient, but I honestly cannot wait for the next phase of my music career.

Q: What are some of the biggest hurdles you’ve faced so far as a musician?

A: I suppose the largest hurdle for any musician, or anyone who wants to do something slightly off the beaten track for that matter, is the lack of belief due to the lack of stability that comes with this choice, which could be internal or external.

The resounding question from others is always: “But you know barely anyone makes it right?”

Regardless, I cannot see myself doing anything else apart from this, so I’ll take my chances! I come from a family that strongly values highly regarded education and a stable job, so getting support was an issue. As a result, I’m balancing both music and an education, which is somewhat of a hurdle. I hope to completely overcome this and convince myself and others to completely believe in this musical journey.

Q: Talk about your upcoming album “Oscillations” and the release in January 2013.

A: Oscillations is a 13 song record that has been an emotional diary for me. It covers a large spread of time, as it contains songs I wrote 4 years ago, and songs I’ve written less than 4 months ago. I use writing as a “emotional exhaust pipe” and eventually decided to just choose a bunch of tracks and make an album out of it. It’s something I’m really proud of and I cannot wait to see how it’s received. My team and I have been working on it for about a year and a half now.

Q: You are passionate about live performances, are you going to be touring soon?

A: There isn’t anything planned for the immediate future, but my band and I will be playing sporadically from time to time around the UK, especially in Oxford. We’ll definitely keep Tunezy posted!

Rushil recently released the debut album on January 3 so you may have seen him out and about all the web - since Oscillations reached #1 on the Cypriot iTunes chart!

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Ahh! We’re at the end of 2012 now and we are reminiscing, and for some of us - even tearing up at...

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 11:10:16 -0500

Ahh! We’re at the end of 2012 now and we are reminiscing, and for some of us - even tearing up at memories of an incredible year flown by. We are surrounded by lists x lists x lists of “the best of” and “favorite” things of yore.

Well we’re mixing it up a bit by presenting the “best of” mashups by Tunezy artists so without further adieu— here are our 5 fave mashups to close the year out with!

Bruno Mars and Frank Sinatra? Smooth and soulful - makes sense to us!

Aw Clara C, still sounds so good with minor slip-ups. Who said a violin and piano jam couldn’t be beat the original rap by B.O.B.?

WOW. Moulann you give us chills chills chills.

Hm ok. So Halo, Superbass and Your Body are meant to be one song, but were just separated at birth. Thank you Maggie for conjoining them all back together.

Sam Tsui and Megan Nicole, a tale of two mashed-up voices.

What’s your fave mashup?

Check out these artists on Tunezy’s marketplace and see the uhmazing products and experiences you can scoop up! 2013 — bring it!

Whether you’re planning a “Last Christmas” karaoke sing-off with your cousins...

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 11:27:00 -0500

Whether you’re planning a “Last Christmas” karaoke sing-off with your cousins after the big feast - OR - planning a snuggle with your loved ones on the couch while watching Mariah Carey dance around as Mrs. Claus (seriously though, no judgement) - it’s a big day today!

We wanted to bring you something uber special, but we thought that personal deliveries of figgy pudding, partridges in pear trees and chocolate-covered oranges are tooo overrated, don’t you think?? Rather - here are 5 festive holiday songs by Tunezy artists to impress your family and friends with during the day.

Tori Kelly and AJ Raphael present their soulful, perfectly harmonized version of the Wham! favourite, Rachel and Finn Glee-style.

Joseph Vincent tells us who’s dropping in to say hello with an upbeat, Jason Mraz-esque version of the classic song.

Aw yeah good ole Clara C gets us in the mooood for the holidays.

Um. So how jealous are you of Jayesslee’s Australian sunny Christmas backdrop??

Let’s close things out here with a jazzy, mellow melody from Gabe Bondoc and Kina Grannis!

What’s your fave holiday tune?

Remember to check these artists on Tunezy’s marketplace and see the uhmazing products and experiences you can scoop up! Happy Holidays!

Well, it’s been a big ol’ year this year. And before...

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:15:12 -0500

Well, it’s been a big ol’ year this year. And before we get into the countdown phase, we just want to say HAPPY HOLIDAYS to you and yours, from us.

We wouldn’t be where we are, and who we are without you. Listen to some cheesy, wonderful, festive music for us, will you?

Every year, Billboard hosts a conference called FutureSound in...

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:34:00 -0500

Every year, Billboard hosts a conference called FutureSound in San Francisco which aims to bridge the gap between the music and technology industries. I had the opportunity to pitch at the conference in front of a room full of artists, music industry members, investors, and techies. I was a delegate at the conference last year, so it was great to come back as an actual finalist and officially speak about Tunezy in a room full of big-deal people.

We competed against four other finalists: GetMixxd, Playground.fm, Swarm.fm and Tixie. Every company brought many strengths to the table with strong teams, full of people ranging from former Apple engineers to Spotify hackathon winners. I am happy to announce that…Tunezy ended up placing first.

Besides a visit to the warm and sunny coast of California - this was a great win for the Tunezy team for a few reasons:

1.) It helped validate our product
We were up against fierce competition and we’re thrilled and honored that Billboard selected us as the future of music.

Everyone on our team has been living and breathing Tunezy 24/7, and to win this title helps prove we’re onto something.

2.) We met a ton of cool, like-minded people
That is, people passionate about music, technology and start-ups. When cool people meet other cool people - you can’t go wrong. When these people share the energy and enthusiasm for an industry - anything is possible.

Thanks to Peter Watts of Swarm.fm, Mehul Trivedi of Playground.fm and Jeff Foster of Tixie.

3.) Exposure, advice and a sounding board
The Tunezy team wants to make this the best possible platform for musicians to earn money, and fans to score unique products and experiences.

In addition to the validation, we received a ton of feedback from industry execs, including:
Ping Ho of Warner Music, Dave Kusek of Digital Cowboys, Ted Cohen of TAG Strategic, Brian Zisk of SFMusicTech and Larry Marcus of Walden VC.

We’ll definitely be keeping in touch with everybody we met, and there will be some major Tunezy collaborations and partnerships in the near future.

Musicians, fans - thanks for your never ending support and love for music, artist empowerment and our digital space.

Cliche time - anything is possible and we’re ecstatic to you have on board with us as we work to revolutionize the music industry.

2013 is going to be better, faster and stronger - and we cannot wait to share it with you.

Some may label Alex Kelly’s sound as “pop” but...

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 15:42:00 -0500

Some may label Alex Kelly’s sound as “pop” but don’t even think about fitting her in a box. Alex’s musical style is a mashup upon mashup of genres, as her “electro-rock” sound fuses perfectly with alternative dance beats and catchy pop overlays.

As a native New Yorker, she is daring, spunky and fearless, naturally showcased in her live performances. Having performed in exclusive New York City venues any emerging artist would be envious of, including Webster Hall, and The Bowery Electric, she has proven to be a magnetic performer, and risk-taker through her creative vision and sound.

This street-pop siren is currently on fire with her latest single Catalyst from her first full-length album, Orange Circle.

Tunezy was able to catch up with Alex during the final leg of her East coast tour for a quick Q+A:

Q: You spent the first 12 years of your life in Queens, New York. Is your musical style influenced by your New York upbringing?
A: I’m sure it has in one way or another, but I’ve never said to myself, “I’m going to write a real New York-y kind of song.” I’ve always listened to a variety of music genres, and I’ve found inspiration in all of them.

Q: What was your inspiration for the new single, ‘Catalyst’?
A: Catalyst was inspired by a real life romance I once had. It was so amazing, I wrote about it in my journal. I guess I finally decided to turn those writings into a song. It’s one of my favorite songs on the record.

Q: Your album ‘Orange Circle’ is inspired from a book, ‘The Law of One’ which you are quite passionate about. Does reading tend to be a source of inspiration for your music?
Yes, reading, amongst many other things, inspire me. I just finished a book called ‘Ascension’. I’m really into metaphysics.

Q: Robby Takac, one of the founders of Goo Goo Dolls, personally selected you to be the lead singer of his group, Amungus. What challenges do you find in making music as a solo artist, rather than with a group?
For starters, you have to do everything pretty much yourself! Thank god I have a small team of folks who really enjoy being involved in creative process behind my music. Being a solo artist is a bit tougher than being in a group, but the rewards are much greater. In the end, the trade-off is well worth it.

Q: What have been some highlights on your current East coast tour?
A: The tour has been a great experience. There’s this cool radio station that broadcasts out of a club called The Apartment in Providence. They were all so fun and I really enjoyed hanging out at the funky venue.

Some of the decor has been very amusing. When we were in Raleigh, this group of French tourists stopped in, and had me laughing really hard. We all took pictures and chilled which was pretty cool. The Dobbs show in Philadelphia was great too. The sound in that place was to die for!

Q: What can we look forward to in the future from you?
A: There is always a ton of work to be done, and as soon as we finish one thing it’s usually right on to the next.

We have a few new music videos coming very soon. I’ve had the pleasure of working with some really talented people, so I cannot wait to share the finished projects with all my friends and fans.

Also, we are working on another tour for next year and of course, new music. You can always find out what I’m up to by visiting me online at alexkellymusic.com.

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Alex is currently on the final leg of her East coast tour, along with fellow New Yorkers, pILLOW tHEORY. Catch her in action at one of the venues here.

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Moulann has been charming worldwide audiences since the release...

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 12:17:00 -0500

Moulann has been charming worldwide audiences since the release of her first album in 2003, which sold out after two prints, even with no publicity. After demand for a more global launch, she’s back with her sophomore album, Spirals and Mazes, filled with twelve original songs, sure to warm even the coldest of souls.

Her natural ability to blend harmonious, original melodies with lyrical, modern elements speaks for itself. When Moulann sings, you can’t help but feel she is baring her heart and her deepest secrets with the audience. Moulann is a true emotive artist. Like a dancer on stage, Moulann dances on the piano with her stirring, expressive tone and eloquent movement.

It’s easy to hear Moulann’s diverse range of influences in her music. Whether she’s performing a sultry, smoky cover of Lana Del Rey, a quirky mash-up of Britney Spears, or a smooth, calming original song, Moulann’s creations are authentic and memorable.

Tunezy was lucky to chat with Moulann after her tour in Asia - here’s 5 quick questions with the seductive songwriter:

Q: You’re an accomplished award winning pianist, and you also have your Masters in Music Composition. Explain your process in merging your classical background with modern styles.
A: It’s not so much a “merging of styles” for me, but rather it’s something that’s become an innate part of how I experience and create music. A non-musical analogy to best describe this is of a chef trained in a particular “authentic” cuisine and yet, finds another style for inspiration. The chef uses the training and skills from the first style to apply to the new cuisine. They may add personal preferences of spice, texture and ingredients in order to create a “fusion cuisine” with unexpected flavor combinations. Hopefully this will result in a culinary masterpiece!

These days, most musical artists draw from a variety of stylistic sources. I feel my classical background provided me with early exposure to precision, attention to detail, a sense of structure and a solid understanding of music theory, which are all (in my opinion) important and transferable skills to all musical styles.

Q: You’ve performed all over the world! What are your favorite places you have performed in, and how different are the fans?
A: The world is full of beautiful places and people, each with its own magic! Off the top of my head, my favorite places I’ve visited so far include: Taipei, Beijing, Bali, Hawaii, Paris, and Tofino.

On an artistic level, I feel most understood by European audiences. But, the sheer size and enthusiasm of Chinese audiences is enough to make anyone feel like a superstar.

I find any place where I can speak the language is a great place to connect with people. The word “fan” makes me blush, but I am always glad when I find listeners and meet nice people.

Q: Who are you listening to right now?
A: Since I recently came back from China, I am listening to new discovered Mongolian and Tibetan music. Clara C is a beautiful vocalist and I am always in awe of multi-instrumentalists like Alex Goot!

Q: Where do you draw inspiration from?
A: I am inspired by love, nature and the wonders of life. I also draw inspiration from other people’s creations, experiences and stories.

Q: What should we expect from you in the future?
A: I will be taking requests for cover songs. In terms of original music, there’s a lot on the drawing board — stay tuned on Tunezy!

Check out Moulann’s hypnotizing new album in our Marketplace. Tunezy is also offering a free download of Moulann’s original song, “Move On”!

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It’s the #STFUparty! Aka Sound, Tech, Fashion & U (see...

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:43:53 -0500

It’s the #STFUparty! Aka Sound, Tech, Fashion & U (see and hear what you want to see and hear). Tunezy’s so excited to share in the holidays with urbanebloc.com, and it’s going to be a good one. Poutine, cupcakes, fresh foods, lots of drinks, skin consultations, tailor measurements…and more.

Toronto Standard & Burroughes Building (Media and Venue Sponsor): www.torontostandard.com, www.theburroughes.com
Lomography: www.lomography.ca
Kiehl’s: www.kiehls.ca
ONE Coconut Water: twitter.com/onecoconutca
BNotions: www.bnotions.ca
Gelaskins: www.gelaskins.com
Mindzai.com: www.mindzai.com
Live Clean: www.live-clean.com
Pure + Simple: www.pureandsimple.ca
uber Cab: www.uber.com
Herbal Tea Spa: www.herbalteaspa.com
Mama Lo’s Cupcakes: www.facebook.com/mamaloscupcakes
Psalms 91:1 Accessories: www.psalms911accessories.com
MADE Clothing: www.madeclothing.ca
Steam Whistle: www.steamwhistle.ca

See you soon, Toronto! Be sure to RSVP here: tnzy.co/STFUparty

Late July Arrives For Winter Nicole Simone, better known as Late...

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:00:00 -0500

Late July Arrives For Winter

Nicole Simone, better known as Late July, is a bi-coastal multi-talented instrumentalist, singer and songwriter. Don’t let the name fool you though, this chic crooner released her debut EP in April 2010, and has not slowed down since. Keeping fans captivated with mesmerizing music videos and thought-provoking lyrics, Late July has since recorded three more digital albums. She is currently promoting songs off her 3rd album,”When The Curtain Falls”, and just recently launched her 4th album, full of original Christmas tunes called “Who Cares it’s Christmas.” Tunezy sat down for a quick Q+A with the beautiful blogging songstress.

Q: What is the meaning behind “Late July”?

A: I was born in March and my favorite month is October, but I think the end of July is always a nice time of year for people. I wanted something that would remind people of good things.

Q: Where are you from?
A: I was born in Toronto but moved to the US when I was one. I lived primarily in a seaside town called Del Mar just outside of San Diego. After that I moved just outside of Toronto, but I have since returned to living in the city.

Q: Who are your inspirations?
A: My inspirations… I think that changes all the time. Sometimes non-musical people inspire me, other times other artists do. Tom Waits, Jeff Buckley, Nina Simone and Stephen Malkmus were my most prominent influences starting out.

Q: What instruments do you play?
A: I play what I feel like. I like to write on piano and guitar, but I also play drums and bass. Sometimes I’ll even play the Ukulele and I might like to play cello one day. As soon as I get my hands on a banjo I’ll learn that too. I can be a fast learner at times if you let me cut corners :)

Q: What are your future plans?
A: The future is confusing. My big plan is keep creating, writing, playing, and everything in between.

Q: Who are your favourite artists?
A: When I was a kid I loved the Beach Boys and I still do. Jeff Buckley was an obsession all through my teen years and I studied his career carefully. Tom Waits is one of my all time favorites. Also, I never get tired of Django Reinhardt & Stephen Grapelli, or Ella & Louis. In terms of more current stuff, Death Cab For Cutie and The National are my favorite bands, and I’ve had a huge girl crush on St. Vincent for years.

Q: What do you think about the music scene in Toronto?
A: The music scene in Toronto has a cool dynamic to it. Anyone can book a show in this town, and we have so many bands launch internationally from here, so it’s pretty rad.

Q: What inspires your songwriting?
A: Words. I’m a word-based songwriter. I’ll hear a phrase and that’ll spark a song. Good songwriting is like good copyrighting, you must get the right pitch.

Q: Tell us about your dog.
A: My dog is Charlie. He is an adopted rescue dog, of Jack Russell Shih Tzu mix. He inspired me to do a lot of work in animal welfare. He’s had a very interesting life, and he’s my best friend. We live in our own place together and he likes it when I sing to him.

Q: Where do you like to hang out in Toronto?
A: I never like to stay in one spot in Toronto. Sometimes I like to be in the Annex, other times I want to be near Shearwood Park. On a sunny afternoon you can often find me at Woodbine Beach. It’s one of the most beautiful places inToronto. I even shot my “Side Swept” music video here.

Q: How can the Toronto music community help you out?
A: By listening to my music, and following the ongoing narrative on my blog latejuly.ca. Thanks to all my supporters!

Intrigued by Miss Late July? Attend her virtual concert, or go “online caroling” with her via Tunezy! Get the details here.

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Bleed Electric is Breaking Boundaries Bleed Electric is the...

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:58:00 -0500

Bleed Electric is Breaking Boundaries

Bleed Electric is the triple threat of triple threats. Hot off the release of their latest EP, fearlessly titled ‘This Is My Masterpiece’, all three members of the group, Chris “MUG5” Maguire, Silk, and Siege, are masters of producing, rapping and singing.

Bleed Electric’s creative sound is an eruptive amalgamation of electro hip-hop, r&b and rock. No one would ever guess this group’s 4th studio EP was actually created two years ago, in 2010. In fact, that’s the exact cutting-edge style that Bleed Electric goes for, defining their own sound as “future fresh.”

The group is currently continents apart, with founder MUG5 now in New York City, and Silk and Siege back in the UK. Yet, working in silos is not an option as the boys harness technology to cohesively progress a new genre of music.

Meet Chris “MUG5” Maguire, of Bleed Electric.

How did the band come into being and what is the inspiration for your music?

Bleed Electric started off as my side project. During my down days, I was working on tracks at my studio, Screamadelica Studios, in Cardiff Bay, Wales. Silk and Siege came to the studio to record their debut mixtape and I was blown away by their lyricism and mad skills. I think they recorded 12 rap songs in 4 hours! I was impressed and asked the guys to join almost instantly. We put all our ideas into the pot, and Bleed Electric as it is today, was officially formed.

The inspiration for our music is musical freedom, skirting genres and always trying new sounds and technologies to progress forward. I also own and run the highly-respected musical opinion website AltSounds.com. Since 2004, I’ve been discovering new music to showcase to the world, which also inspires our music.

Let’s talk about your first album, ‘The Butterfly Effect’ and the reaction of the fans to the obvious theme of realism in it.

‘The Butterfly Effect’ never fully completed. This first album was a wild and messed-up way for all of us to get to know each other quickly. We had songs that audibly depicted crime scenes, hostage situations, and even cop chases. It was a movie within an album.

Chris “MUG5” Maguire, you direct most of the artwork and videos for Bleed Electric, as well as for other musicians. Does this enhance the way your fans experience your music?

For me, it is important to try and offer as much as possible to fans. One example of which was on our 3rd EP, “Let The Invasion Begin.”

I did an individual piece of hi-res artwork for every song on the album. The art was all inspired by the music and I listened to each track on loop while creating each piece of art.

We then gave each song and the associated artwork away for free on 6 different online publications. The cool thing was the artwork files were big enough to be printed as wide as 6 feet, so fans not only got our music, but free artwork that could be hung on walls or made into a canvas.

Is your EP ‘This Is My Masterpiece’ really your ultimate piece?

The name itself actually inspired a strong visual within me. This past year I had been doing a lot of work with high-fashion brands in NYC, and one thing I learned is less is often more.

‘This Is My Masterpiece’ as a title alone, inspired artwork before even starting the music. The idea was simple; my “masterpiece” would be nothing other than a canvas on a wall, with a light bulb on it. Some people would not consider that a masterpiece, while others might potentially pay millions for that piece of art. That was the point with the title, ‘This Is My Masterpiece’ wasn’t a statement about the music, it was about skirting around the theory of taste, art and simplicity.

The song contained our most intricate beats, synthesizer work, deep lyrics, and it was the first song where we all just sang.

Bleed Electric’s music spans over a variety of genres. What can your fans expect in the future?

We’ll be digging through the vaults and spending time going through old hard drives to put together an album in completing our current phase.

In early 2013, we will release an album titled ‘Z-sides’ showcasing all the good tracks we have created since our existence, but have never seen the light of day.

We have an archive of crazy songs, including “Revolution No.10” (an extension of The Beatles “Revolution No.9”), solo songs by Silk, covers of The Beastie Boys, and insane instrumentals that make me wonder what mental state we were in at the time [laughs]. Some tracks from ‘The Butterfly Effect’ will also make an appearance on this album.

‘Z-sides’ will end phase 1 of Bleed Electric. Phase 2 will be the trans-atlantic version of the band, as I now live in New York City, while the boys still reside in the UK. That’s the beauty of modern technology nowadays; you don’t even need to be in the same room to make music together.

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CONGRATULATIONS are in order to everyone that participated in...

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 18:31:00 -0500

CONGRATULATIONS are in order to everyone that participated in the Tunezy x Alex Goot Ultimate Fan Contest. We are absolutely floored at your participation - in the end, there is only one winner per zone (we’ll get in touch with you shortly to coordinate your prize, and my, do you all deserve it).

You tweeted, you Facebooked, you bought Notes - you really showed us (and Alex!) that you’re the ultimate fans.

Sooooo, without further adieu, here are the winners:

ZONE 1: NICK MUSULIN - 898 TICKETS

ZONE 2: ANETA SUCHARSKI - 763 TICKETS

ZONE 3: LAUREN MARUYA LI - 960 TICKETS

Zone 1 Runner Ups: Manuel M, Neeharika S

Zone 2 Runner Ups: Matt E, Yashee M

Zone 3 Runner Ups: Georgia M, Elijah D

Don’t worry second and third runner ups (each zone), we’ve got something for you too! Someone from the Tunezy.com team will get in touch with you to mail you a little something special from us, as we love our friends using the website, and look forward to keeping in touch (more contests? OH YES). Hey - we’re also new to all of this, so please leave us a comment and let us know what else you’d like to see from us, what we can do better, and what you’d love to win.

Cheers,