The platinum has hit: With winner Sonyae Elise exclusive interview

  by Gina Scarpa   On the season finale of Platinum Hit , Sonyae’s song about loving someone like her own religion wowed the judges and earned her the win. She now has a record deal, a publishing deal, new studio equipment, and connections with important people in the industry. Today, we caught up with the winner to find out more about her time on Platinum Hit and her upcoming plans.   Q. Gina, RealityWanted: What were you doing musically before Platinum Hit? A. Sonyae: I was doing the same thing that I’ve been doing on Platinum Hit, establishing myself as…

Platinum which hits: Plot 8 iteration main points

by Gina Scarpa   It’s down to the final five on Platinum Hit and they head to meet up with Jewel and guest judge Doug Broad, of Spin magazine. They’re given a card that says “kiss the flame” which is a song that Jewel wrote. In fact, she loves her own writing so much that she’s making the contestants use that lyric in their hook challenge, which is all about empowerment.   With only five people left in the game, there are just two songs being performed this week. Scotty’s hook about being gay came in second and Brian’s hook…

The platinum has hit: With Jackie Tohn Excusive interview

  by Gina Scarpa   Jackie Tohn didn’t have an issue writing hooks that were well received on Platinum Hit but found herself in the bottom group three out of six songwriting challenges. Last night was the last time she’d be there, as the judges ripped her apart for her country song and Scotty escaped elimination. Today, we talked to Jackie in an exclusive interview about her experiences on Platinum Hit and what’s coming up next for this songwriter.   Q. Gina, RealityWanted: After American Idol, where were you at in terms of doing more reality television? A. Jackie: After…

The platinum has hit: With blesses Offor the exclusive interview

  by Gina Scarpa   This week, on Platinum Hit , the singers/songwriters were tasked with writing a hit song for the dance floor and debuting it for L.A. clubgoers. Karen, whose hook put her in the top three, ended up losing the songwriting challenge. The judges focused on Blessing, wondering why he didn’t contribute more of his talent and exerptise to the track and eliminated him from the competition. Today, we spoke to him in an exclusive interview to find out about his experiences on Platinum Hit.   Q. Gina, RealityWanted: What was your musical background and experience…

Sound: Battle – 3rd part of iteration main point

by Todd Betzold   As the battles continue on The Voice , it makes it so hard to see any of the singers go home and this week was no different.   Two singers, one song, one stage…let the fighting begin…again!   Christina brings her team to the ring first as she puts the youngest singer in the competition, Raquel Castro, up against the gritty and free-spirited California girl, Julia Eason. Having two young competitors battling it out, Christina wanted some fresh energy on the stage, so her song choice for them is “Only Girl In The World”…

Brian Wilson in order to obtain the honor of the music industry

published: 2011-03-30 11:19:28 Beach Boys star Brian Wilson is set to be honored for his career achievements at a top music industry event later this year (11). The legendary songwriter and band co-founder will receive the Chairman’s Award for Sustained Creative Achievement from the music business association NARM at its annual dinner in Los Angeles on 12 May (11). Wilson follows in the footsteps of previous recipients like Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder and Garth Brooks. The honor coincides with the Beach Boys’ 50th anniversary – although the surviving members of the band have already dismissed reports of a big…

Alexa Ray Joel About New Single Issue “Notice Me”

Alexa Ray Joel was born in Manhattan to famous musician Billy Joel and supermodel Christie Brinkley and with the love and support of both parents she has exceeded her musical talent. The latest single has already had good reviews. Along with this, Alexa has formed a new relationship with Cass Dillion, a singer and songwriter [...]