White Horses This is a piano led number, the second track in sequence on the EP, I’m liking Art Block’s vocals on this, he starts out low, then the chorus comes in and he opens up fully, it’s showing off his range. His voice is very distinctive, and he’s not afraid to show it. The …
Blog interview: Kriss Kollins
Hello Kris, how are you? I’m great. Enjoying the human experience as much as possible. Thanks for asking. Congratulations on the release of “Side FX how does it feel? Thanks! It feels good. There has been a great response for SIDE FX so far. I wanted to show another side of myself so I’m appreciative …
Blog interview: Austin Jay
Hello Austin how are you? I’m doing great! Currently on tour, doing what I love so pretty happy right now! Congratulations on the release of “Loving On You” how does it feel? Thank you so much! It feels so amazing, I made this song back in 2020 so it feels so gratifying to …
Blog interview: Blair Djuna
Hello Blair how are you? I am very well! Thankyou for having me. Congratulations on the release of “Beautiful” how does it feel? It always makes me excited to bring something new to the table. This song is very personal and something I am very proud of! What’s the story behind the song? Beautiful is …
Single review: “Prima Marteria” – Connie Han. Words: Sammy Stein.
Pianist/composer and Steinway artist Connie Han has released her single ‘Prima Marteria,’ which preludes the album ‘Secrets of Inanna’ due out in September. Connie Han has created more than a stir in the jazz world, bringing fresh, challenging ideas to the music. The single’s title references the primeval elements from which the universe was formed. …
Album Review: “Music In The Air” – Mark Christian Miller. Words: Sammy Stein
Music in the Air Being jazz correspondent for Platinum Mind can lead to discoveries and ‘Music In The Air’ from US musician Mark Christian Miller, featuring renowned West Coast musicians Jamieson Trotter on piano and arrangements, Mike Gurrola on bass, Kevin Winard on drums, Larry Koonse on guitar and Danny Janklow on alto sax, is …
Blog interview: Alex Baird
Hello Alex, how are you? I’m great! Thank you for interviewing me today! Congratulations on the release of “Lemon Tree” how does it feel? Thank you! I am so proud of the record. I feel so lucky to have been able to play with such amazing musicians, and have had immense support from my …
Single Review: “Shadow” – Marie Keane
Marie Keane – “Shadow” WHOAH. The funk is strong with this one. This is Marie Keane’s lead single from her upcoming album “MNÁ”. And you know what? It’s INCENDIO. That’s fire in Portuguese. Why? Well, the Latin percussion with claps that ring takes you from Marie’s native Ireland to the streets of Brazil with the …
Single Review: “Know Me” – Days Of Rome
The thing I like about this song is its quirkiness, the intro makes you think it’s a soulful slow jam, but when the beat drops, it’s anything but. What do I mean? Well at around 0:10 a trumpet comes in, and then we get treated to a scratch, straight into the drums, bass, and guitar …
Blog interview: Kelly Kintner, The Kintners.
Hello Kelly, how are you? I’m doing well. Always making music! Congratulations on the release of “Collaborations” how does it feel? Like a weight off, really. I have been with these songs a long time and it feels great to get them out. It is quite a project, having been recorded with lots of people …