Artists In Residency

2017's artists are; Chris Burke, Darren Cinque, Matthew Huff, Antonio Rullez, Max Merseny, Steven Feifke, and Yeho!

Exclusive Interviews!

"The Beat!" has the very best artists speaking to us exclusively like; Eric Alán, Cristobal, Ryan Adames, Deirdre, Guy Scheiman, Richie Arci, Eddy Barrena, Darren Cinque, Jesse Johnson, Max Merseny, Breaux Gargano, Sean O’Reilly, Luca Savazzi, Alex Serra, and MORE!

Rick Astley is on fire with "50!"

"Rick Astley is selling out tour dates globally with his timeless classics and new hits!

The Song: "Don't Cry For Me Argentina!"

"The Beat!" has a brand new series entitled; "The Song." This series features the best of songs/the singers/stories and how they became to be.

Barry Conrad is "Dancing On My Own!"

"The Beat! is featuring the hot Aussie dancer, actor and dancer in an exclusive interview!

Jencarlos Canela sings of being "Irreparable"

 


 Jencarlos Canela - is the 25 year-old Cuban-American heart throb who is an actor/singer has a brand new single entitled; "Irreparable." Jencarlos is not one of those actors who "thinks" they can peddle out a cute track and get their fan base to go running to buy though is a very talented singer. This single is the first for his third album under the Universal Record Label.

This time around Jencarlos is yet again surrounding himself with very talented individuals in the musical industry such as Canela who wrote the new single. Canela in the past has worked with other hot singers such as Jennifer Lopez, Nelly Furtado, Ricky Martin, and Alejandro Fernandez (just to name a few).

Take a listen to this Latin singer who if he has not got your attention as of yet will do so now. I am really enjoying Jencarlos along with the music he chooses and lastly the quality.




 


Matthew Huff & "A Little Bit Of Crown!"




Matthew Huff -  Here at "Let The Beat Hit You!!!" are strong supporters and could not be more proud than from our handful of selected musicians we deem "Artist in Residence" such as the highly successful country singer/songwriter Matthew Huff. The native from Arkansas keeps true to his roots and remembers always about his family, friends and new friends that are his fans on a global scale.

2014, is going to be another milestone for Matthew where he is working on another full length album to be released this year (very soon!) with a single to be released entitled; "Little Bit Of Crown" that you can check out a live performance of on here. If you are looking to discover Matthew's music look no further he will also be performing shows on the great platform "StageIt" where he has had a huge success with and a great method to reach out to all his global fans. It is a great connection for both the artist and fans. Matthew has performances scheduled starting in the month of March and will surely expand throughout the year.

Do not worry there will be a lot more of Matthew on here as the year goes on such as new tour dates, music releases, and much more! Also, what "The Beat" loves is Matthew's personal video journal that is called; "The Huff Experience" where he has taken us on his career journey in a personal way such as his 2013 live performances in the United Kingdom and much more! The most recent journal is below for your viewing experience...enjoy!

Matthew Huff's StageIt: http://www.stageit.com/MatthewHuff

Official Website: www.matthewhuffmusic.com

Ben Montague sings "The Truth!"




Ben Montague - is a singer/songwriter who comes from Farnborough, Kent in the United Kingdom. This talented singer is one of my favorites singers coming from the U.K. as of this moment who has such a fantastic voice and writing technique. My introduction to this artist was from his first full length album entitled; "Overcome" in 2010. This album had Ben's own material which saw his first major hit "Haunted" that was accompanied by an equally well done music video. Ever since that first album I have been hooked on Ben's music and eagerly awaiting his touring to head over to the states (hopefully very soon!).

Since 2010, Ben has toured with the likes of The Wanted, Lawson, Stereophonics and others. "Unknown Reward" (EP/2012) was released which then led to the 2nd full length album
released entitled; "Tales Of Flying And Falling" (2013). This album such as his first was awarded the BBC Radio 2 "Album of The Week." 2013, was a very busy year which brought noteowrothy appearances with his own headlining tour, appearing in Isle of Wight and supporting Amy Mcdonald on her sold-out UK tour.

2014, is now proving to be another incredible year for Ben where he has a new EP released entitled; "The Truth" which was funded by a hugely successful kickstarter campaign. The same month as the new EP, Ben goes on tour with artist Shane Filan on the 'You & Me" tour which will see the acts all over the UK and Ireland. No other country's as of this time have been announced but I am keeping my fingers crossed that Ben heads over to do some great venues like perhaps "House of Blues" etc here in the good 'ol USA.

Ben Montague | The Truth (EP) | Available Now!

The Truth track listing:

1) The Truth
2) Feels Like Forever (EP version)
3) Sleeping With The Lights On
4) Sweet Amelia
5) Miracle
6) The Truth (radio edit)






Paul Byrom is "Thinking of Home!"




Paul Byrom - the Irish born singer and part of the group Celtic Thunder for several years. Paul first received recognition as a young artist at the tender age of 14 and released his first album.

Hit albums were released thereafter being "VELVET" in 2005 which reached #2 on the Top Charts in Ireland. In 2008, Paul also released his very first holiday album entitled; "I'll Be Home Christmas in 2008. The holiday album as well charted on the Classical Billboards. Paul's next project is the 2011 solo project; "This Is The Moment" which was another well received album from fans and critics. 2012 kept the career in a very nice retrospective by being named Irish Tenor of the Year by the Irish Music Association.

Now, being released on February 18th Paul releases his next solo project entitled; "Thinking of Home" where the music harks back to his beautiful homeland of Ireland. His terrific operatic tenor voice sounds perfectly matched with the songs of Paul's homeland. A treat for all classic music fans!

Paul Byrom | Thinking of Home | Available 18Feb2014



 
 



Thinking of Home track list:
1.Ireland
2.Raglan Road
3.Last Rose Of Summer
4.A Sunny Morn In September
5.Minstral Boy
6.Lady Liberty
7.Town I Loves So Well
8.From Clare To Here
9.Shanandoah
10.Go Lassie Go
11.Danny Boy
12.Croppy Boy

Audra McDonald wants to "Go Back Home"



Audra McDonald - The five-time Tony Award-winning actress sets out for a new musical journey with her new album entitled; "Go Back Home." This album is Audra's first album released since her last in 2006 entitled; "Build A Bridge." Audra's new album is never a disappointment from start to finish.

As of recent, Audra has had hugely successful venues in acting where many people will remember her for the "The Sound Of Music Live" where she shown audiences once again she is a force to be reckoned with in both the acting and vocals where she can outshine and truly pour her heart into all
roles and songs sung. Moreover as of recent Audra has received her 5th Tony in "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess" in 2011.

"Go Back Home" boasts some lovely tunes with it's opener being "The Scottsboro Boys" from Kander & Ebb. From there Audra delivers; "The Glamorous Life" from the Stephen Sondheim theatrical production of "A Little Night Music." "Baltimore" is another tune that is covered on the album which brings a much needed lighter feel then the much more dramatic stories of the prior tracks. One of the best tracks on this entire album that I adore is "I'll Be Here" from Ordinary Days which is so heart felt and awakens you with the powerful message. Lastly, another lovely look at love in a lighter view is "Married Love" which is from the Michael John LaChuisa's musical Marlene Dietrich's ABC. It is an actual musical from a book written by Marlene Dietrich and her view of all things related to love.

For any Audra McDonald fan you will love this album and the musical genius she truly is for selecting such artfully enriched songs and doing each justice. This year Audra is also touring and she is one class act worth seeing:

Tour Schedule 2014:

February 22, 2014

Audra McDonald in Concert

The Hanover Theatre
Worcester, MA

         
February 25, 2014

Audra McDonald in Concert

Long Center
Austin, TX
         
February 26, 2014      

Audra McDonald in Concert

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
West Palm Beach, FL
Rescheduled from January 5th, 2014
         
February 28, 2014

Audra McDonald in Concert

L.J. Williams Theater
Visalia, CA

         
March 8, 2014

Audra McDonald with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Atlanta Symphony Hall
Atlanta, GA












Jennifer Holliday says "The Song Is You!"




Jennifer Holliday - this is one voice that when one hears can always distinguish. "The Song Is You" is Jennifer Holliday's first album of new work in 19 years. It has been a long time coming for fans globally of this Tony, Drama Desk, and Grammy Award Winning actress/singer. The new album brings lovely classics as “At Last,” “Nobody Does it Better,”  “The Look of Love,” "Love Is On The Way" and blends them to the more mature vocals of Jennifer Holliday's vocals of today.

Fans got to know and love her from the very first time hitting a successful theatrical performance in; "Your Arms Too Short To Box With God" in 1980 and then to her ground breaking role in "Dreamgirls" (1981). All of this happening by the age of 23. From her award winning role on Broadway in "Dreamgirls" came the pop version of "And I am Telling You I'm Not Going" released with huge enthusiasm then to an award winning recording career.

 
Jennifer Holliday | The Song Is You | Available Now!
 
 




Jon Pardi will "Write You A Song"




Jon Pardi - this country artist signed to Capitol Records is striking a home run with his first album entitled; "Write You A Song." Jon's freshman work is a very proud project for the singer/songwriter who actually co-wrote a total of 10 of the 11 tracks.

Fans have been hooked with his debut single "Up All Night" being released over the past summer. This single reached the Top 25 on charts. Jon Pardi retains and gets many new fans with staying true to the country sound.

Jon is now planning to go on the road this year in joining Dierks Bentley on his "Riser Tour." Keep an eye out on tour dates in the United States and more via Jon website.

Jon Pardi Official Website: www.JonPardi.com.
 









David Nail: "I'm A Fire"





David Nail - the hot country recording artist on the MCA Nashville label is set to release his third album entitled; "I'm A Fire" (a release date of March 4th). The team that have brought Grammy nominations in the past for David's album are together again; Chuck Ainlay, Glenn Work, and Frank Liddell as co-producers.

The first single thus far being; "Whatever She's Got" from this yet to be released album has already reached GOLD Certification. This specific song is held close to David in which he wrote with his wife. The new album has 11 amazing tracks including; "Kiss You Tonight," When They're Gone (Lyle County) featuring Little Big Town, "Burnin' Bed" and many more. It is yet another heartfelt album that one can tell David took his time with getting the right material and not simply locating fillers. It is a definite album for any fan of David's to purchase and will not disappoint.


David Nail | I'm A Fire | Available on March 4th