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Artist kAui: Music Producers, “never get their full credit — it’s usually the star player.”

kAui producing music for a new artist.

kAui [Kuh-why], a singer-songwriter, music producer, and Visionaire, whose name means “Keeper of God’s Earth” has been steadily gaining public attention. His music has been featured in the hit show Empire and Comedy Central’s Broad City. He has produced songs for prominent artists such as Timbaland, Ryan Leslie, and Ryan Toby as well as up and coming acts like Mike Classic and Jake&Papa. He now spends his time continuing to make timeless records and has released a new single, “Old Habits”. The interview has been edited for length and clarity. Continue reading →

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Nostalgic Notes: Former President Obama takes the nation back in time with his Spotify Playlist

 “Barack and Michelle Obama on election night” by John Althouse Cohen is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

The Lullaby, every week, curates’ humanistic stories and thought-provoking articles from many websites that speak to our mission. If you feel obliged, take a look and see how organized sound moves throughout our lives. Continue reading →

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The Lullaby List: Singer-Songwriter, Khari Ayele’s Road to Vulnerability.

Khari Ayele as Colurz at a photoshoot for social media content.

In our latest feature titled “The Lullaby List,” where we share the playlist of everyday people, Khari Ayele shares, in his own words, how music played a vital role in the healing of his heart. Continue reading →

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Memory Lane: A New York DJ Reminisces on the Spirit of House Music

Photo of DJ Laree Williams (pictured in the red hat) around the late ’80s or early ’90s

In our latest Memory Lane podcast; where we capture the voices of the public and learn about the effect of music from the past, listen as Laree Williams, a 56-year-old New York-based DJ, takes you down his musical memory lane where he recalls the early House Music scene of the late 80s – all-night dance parties, jam sessions on the Coney Island boardwalk and the joys of record shopping.

 

 

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Are you in the Holiday Spirit? 5 Unmatched Gifts for Music Lovers

“Christmas Music” by elycefeliz is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

With the holiday season fast approaching why not start looking for the perfect gift for music lovers that is completely unique and unmatched. From different shops over the internet, here is a carefully chosen list of 5 gifts that speak to the heart of our blog, music, for the special people in your lives. Continue reading →

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The Lullaby List: Freddy’s Musical Tribute to Serenade his Moon

A sweet note Freddy Rodriguez left for his moon. Photo provided by Freddy.

In our latest feature titled “The Lullaby List,” where we share the playlist of everyday people, Freddy Rodriguez shares, in his own words, the story behind his one and only playlist created for his one and only “moon”. Continue reading →

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“Jackie Blue” Makes Me Think of You

A photo of Danielle Jae Marcott and her Dad.

A photo of Danielle and her Dad. Photo provided by Danielle Jae Marcott

“I landed in New York for the first-time… and driving from the airport, the song that was playing on the radio was ‘Jackie Blue’ by the Ozark Mountain Daredevils, which was odd…I haven’t heard it on the radio since.

That was the memory shared by Danielle Jae Marcott, a 22-year-old Filipino American teaching assistant that spoke to me over the phone from the comfort of her Woodside apartment, reminiscing on one of her fondest moments moving to New York.

In Cebu, Philippines, back in 2011, Danielle’s father lost his battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). He died in their home with Danielle nearby. Amid the pain of losing a father and a husband, Danielle’s mother decided they needed a change of scenery. She moved to New York in January of 2013. Continue reading →