Help Young London Release Their New EP

Kickstarter has done some amazing things, and for that reason it has become increasingly common. Many bands, artists, and creative minds have been given amazing opportunities by this program, and it's incentive program gives the fans a reason beyond just loyalty to support their faves. I guess that is why one of my faves, Young London, has decided to jump on the bandwagon -- and let me tell you why you should back them.



First and foremost, you should help out Matt and Sarah because they are amazing. Their debut single landed them a UCA back in 2011 and the album landed them a nomination for a Boston Music Award. They have been recording like crazy and releasing singles left and right for their new EP "Instincts". They need a bit of help, but don't worry, they are already well on their way to getting their goal.

If you choose to support them in this venture, you not only get the comfort of knowing that amazing pop music making will continue, but also a few earthly possessions. You can get a signed physical copy, a shirt, or even your own concert if you are willing to donate enough. So 3,500 dollars may be a little steep for your own concert, but it's the thought that counts, right? In all seriousness every little bit counts, especially if you are a fan of their music.

As far as what will be on the new EP, things are up in the air. The video seemed to allude that a track called "Infinite Love" will be featured, complete with it's own cover art. There has been no word if "Broken" or "Call My Name (Tonight)" will be featured on this release or not. Also, they didn't mention much as far as what else we would be hearing other than that it would all be of the new vibe for the group.

What can be said about this is that they are announced as being on the entire run of this year's Warped Tour, which is an impressive feat. They also want to spin a music video from this Kickstarter, as well as some international touring to visit their fans abroad. If only I could get them to hit up a club in St. Louis!

Ok, enough of my soap box plea. I know this is getting a bit ridiculous, but I love this group, and I love what they do. This site has helped literally hundreds of people achieve their goals, and I think this could be YL's chance to move forward. Independent music is expensive, and this is a group that deserves the extra push.

Hit up the site, check out the rewards, and donate!

Dina Delicious Stuns With New Song

I may have missed out on Dina Delicious's debut sexy track "Bubble Wrap", but I will not be missing this hot piece of musical action. This time around, it may not be an original track, but it's just as catchy, and breathes new life into a classic 80s track. "Two Of Hearts" has new life in Dina, and she's ready to shine with it.

It's rare that I do covers as a part of TOTU -- especially after I disbanded my recurring segment about covers specifically -- but I really like this artist, and her new spin on the song is so pleasing to the ears that I can't pass it up. "Two Of Hearts" was originally recorded by the one and only Stacey Q, the epitome of 80s pop. Dina has chosen this song to rise out of the ashes and make it her own.

Others have covered the song before, hell even Kelly Osbourne gave it a go, but I find her version to be the most refreshing. By this I mean that it keeps the core feeling of being an 80s track, but updating it to what it would sound like today. It features heavy industrial and dub step influences, as well as modern day electro-pop while still managing to have the core feeling of being from another time. This is why, if nothing else, she deserves to be commended.

The release of this track is not going unnoticed, either. Due to this song being a huge deal compounded on top of the fact that her last single was insane, she has already been confirmed for several big gigs. This diva will be performing at both Queens Pride on June 2nd and NYC Pridefest on June 30th. Now if only I lived in New York. Oh well. Be sure to give the midwest some love after you explode into stardom, dear. Oh, and don't forget we need a hot video for this one!

The track is up on iTunes for your grabbing. It comes paired with a sick remix by Richie Beretta for extra 80s deliciousness. Pun intended. Definitely.

Drag Race Season Five Cast-Off Roundup Part Final

I find it so weird that it's Tuesday and I'm not reviewing Drag Race, so in it's place, in one last desperate attempt to fill the RPDR-less void, I am doing the final piece of the Cast-Off Roundup. Here yet again, we will see what I thought of the girls pre-show to what I think of them now. The top three are definitely some shocking ladies, so it should be a fun romp.

First up, Roxxxy Andrews.

Cascada's New Song To Be In Eurovision Song Contest

Ok, ok. So I know I'm REALLY late on this one, but in my defense, most of the time the artists who are involved with the Eurovision Song Contest rarely release music outside of Europe. It's a bit of a different story when it's a huge group like Cascada taking a shot at the title. I still take a run through the contestants every year, but I never had an excuse to feature one -- until now. Check out the amazing new song by Cascada called "Glorious".



First off can we talk for a moment about how beautiful Natalie looks? I mean she's been in the public eye for ten years now, and she seems to only get more beautiful with time. So far only the rehersal video has been released, but if she keeps up even half of the poise she had for the dress rundown, she should be a shining star on the ESC stage.

Moving on, the song is incredibly catchy. It definitely has that Eurovision flavor to it, meaning that it's an extremely polished pop song, but lingers in the more middle-of-the-road spectrum. It doesn't take as many risks or involve as much true dance and club factors as Cascada's previous songs, probably because they are serious about winning. That's the thing. The rules for the contest are very strict in some areas, such as singing live only and having no political messages in the lyrics, while other things like not having to even be from the country they represent (I mean Celine Dion was definitely from Canada) and they don't have to be new acts. In recent memory, there haven't been a lot of already internationally acclaimed groups in the contest, so we will have to wait and see if this helps or hinders them.

What I can say is that this song, while maybe not feeling like a totally Cascada-esque song, really is a sold pop track. The winners of the contest in the past have all been wide-reaching pop songs, and that is exactly what they are giving us. The competition this year is pretty tough, and being one of the big four really doesn't help them too much (if you follow the contest, you know what I mean), but perhaps with such a well liked band on their side, Germany can secure another win.  There are a couple of previous winners competing again this year, but as we've learned in the past, that doesn't really mean much.

Grab the song on iTunes and if you're one of my European readers out there, vote for Germany in the finals!

Detox Tells Us About Her Sillicone With New Song

She gets me every time. I always say "Oh, I'm just going to ignore this new Willam release." But then I actually take a look at it, and I realize how genius it really is. I mean, I am obligated to bring you all the best of the best, and Willam is the best. Oh and Detox and Vicky are pretty amazing as well.



Yes, that is a parody of Robyn you are listening to. "Dancing On My Own" is actually one of my favorite tracks by her, which was the main driving force behind this post. Well, I can't exactly say this is exactly the truth. Detox quickly became my favorite of the latest season of RuPaul's Drag Race. Unlike the previous Willam/Detox/Vicky (penned DWV for this video), Detox takes the lead over Willam, giving the fourth place diva the spotlight.

This track is pretty hilarious to say the least. It addresses the over-hyped statements made on the show itself. On one of the early episodes, Detox went through a lengthy list of procedures she had gone through with. "Silicone" talks about her going through a fictional botched procedure.

The video is a bit tame compared to things we've seen from DWV in the past. The video only consists of two looks for each girl -- one in a warehouse and the others walking down a street sidewalk -- both of which show the girls in a positive light. Vicky certainly steals ever scene she's in with her over the top comedy. I have to say that if Vicky isn't in the next season of Drag Race I am quitting everything.

No seriously. Everything.

Buy the track on iTunes so that Willam won't hate me.

Interview: Andrew W.K. Is Gonna Party In St. Louis

That's right. Andrew W.K. is coming to town. Well, he's coming to my town. And probably your's too! But more importantly he's coming to mine. So I hit shot him an email and wouldn't you know? He agreed to do an interview with me. Looks like Mr. W.K. knows a bit about my city, and he's ready to share some insightful moments with my readers and I. Are you ready to party?

Album Review - Colette Carr "Skitszo Part Four"

It's finally here. The last (sort of) part of the epic Skitszo is among us. This journey has been stretched out over half a year, and it has been a trying ordeal. I mean by that each part has left me so hungry for more, and with the cCarr team's lips zipped shut, we didn't know what to expect. Well thankfully part four is out now, and it has four more songs that are begging to be listened to. Let's take a look, shall we?