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Featured Placement: “Cool De Modelo” by Joelii

Pop-Reggaeton banger “Cool De Modelo” by Dominican artist/producer Joelii is being featured in the kickoff episode of the fourth season of the hit reality series The Kardashians, airing on Hulu on Thursday 28th September. Don’t miss it! Joelii Joelii is known for his versatile flows, aggressive rhymes and bilingual seductive melodies in both English and Spanish. Originally from the Dominican Republic but now based in LA, he and his equally gifted sister Jenn Morel are a formidable musical force. This is Joelii’s second placement for Bodega Sync after the one on the CBS’s series So Help Me Todd. “The Kardashians” on Hulu A follow-up to their previous reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians, the cameras are back with all access to the personal and private lives of Kris, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall, and Kylie. From second chances and new beginnings to unexpected blessings, they continue to bear it all […]

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Matt Rollings – ‘The Valentine Sessions’

‘The Valentine Sessions’, the new album by Matt Rollings was inspired by his early love for piano jazz trios which had a huge influence on him as a young musician. The ten-track album was cut live with no headphones, fixes, or overdubs, and takes listeners on a beautiful journey through slow and mid-tempo grooves, blues riffs and ends with a classic waltz. Unlike his previous album, ‘Matt Rollings Mosaic’ which featured an array of iconic talents like Willie Nelson, Allison Krauss, Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett and the Blind Boys of Alabama, ‘The Valentine Sessions’ takes on a more stripped down and organic approach. It’s simply piano, bass and drums. Matt Rollings started playing piano at nine years old and has been a successful studio and touring musician, composer, arranger, and producer for over the past forty years. He has won two Grammy awards as a producer and has played on […]

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Steve Lewis – ‘Exit To Mystery’

Produced during the pandemic, Steve Lewis’s latest album ‘Exit To Mystery’ was created during a period of intense isolation and hibernation. With themes of finding and losing love, longing for another person and exaltation, it became clear that the need for connection was necessary. With an eclectic mix of genres and a touch of eccentricity throughout, this album is a unique expression of an immensely talented artist. This is the third album from Nashville songwriter Steve Lewis, a new addition to our roster. As a songwriter he draws inspiration for all facets of life and for this latest album he includes questions about aliens, gods, regret, cigarettes, love and emotions. Steve has had his music recently featured in the German series Neumatt and Die Beschatter, and as the theme for the popular NPR podcast Death, Sex & Money.

K. Roosevelt – ‘Kiss Me When You See Me’

Nothing makes your heart skip a beat more than a K. Roosevelt track. His new EP ‘Kiss Me When You Miss Me’ does just that as the five-track project features his signature R&B style full of airy synths, guitar solos and lush vocals. The opening song “Dance” radiates with sultry vocals and a chill bounce that will get you moving on the dance floor. With subtle reggae vibes on “Only In The Moonlight” and a touch of vintage 80’s R&B on “Out of Sight”, all drenched in K’s unique production style, this record is worth putting on permanent repeat. K. Roosevelt has been making waves in the L.A. R&B scene for more than a decade while collaborating with renowned artists such as Jhené Aiko, The Game, Mahalia, YG, Hit-Boy and Rapsody. The son and namesake of the acclaimed blues artist Keb’ Mo’, he was born with music in his soul. […]

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Bodega Sync’s Guide To Leased Beats & Royalty-Free Samples

Online marketplaces where producers can license and sell their beats have given rise to a huge wave of new music. They enable beatmakers to earn good money by connecting them with a global network of singers and rappers, while simultaneously giving artists without the means to produce original studio recordings the ability to create commercially viable releases. However, they bring their own set of issues to the table. In this post, Symphonic’s own Head of Sync, Jon Mizrachi discusses the problems that come with making music with leased beats and samples when it comes to sync licensing. Bodega Sync’s Guide to Leased Beats & Royalty-Free Samples Here’s the rundown… Royalty-free sample libraries have given music creators of all sizes unprecedented access to an ever growing palette of sounds. With these samples as a resource, it’s easier than ever to create music without ever stepping foot into a commercial recording studio. […]

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Goodvibes Sound – “Maybe I’ll Try”

Moving on from a heartbreak is never easy, especially when you’re miles away in a new city. The new track “Maybe I’ll Try”, London duo Goodvibes Sound explores these themes in a slow psychedelic, 70s soft-rock-inspired groove that’s reminiscent of a California dream. Goodvibes Sound have developed their signature sound over the past three years as they write, produce and mix all their own material. Known for their 70’s-inspired psychedelic sound and laid back jams like their summer masterpiece “Beachside Living”, the duo’s fanbase is quickly growing as they have garnered millions of streams worldwide.

Curvelo James – “Bye Ven”

Just before we come to the end of the summer, Curvelo James drops this Latin R&B jam, “Bye Ven” that’s all about those summer flings! Inspired by the rising sound of “El Flow Melancoleto”, this track’s smooth and melodic groove might just have you swirling in your feelings. The concept that our moods can alter the perception of time runs throughout the track, when we’re with our summer sweetheart things move fast like a vacation. Curvelo James is a music producer, artist and co-founder of the independent label “FLOWKILLAS” based in Barranquilla, Colombia. Being one of the most notable independent labels in the city, Curvelo has been a leader in bringing the independent music industry to the community and uplifting talent.

Featured Placement: “Chapón” by Jenn Morel

A fast paced song for a speedy series! The hypnotic dembow banger “Chapón” by Jenn Morel is featured in episode 302 of Red Bull’s F1 racing series Racing Road Trips, premiering on August 16th. The episode featuring “Chapón” is titled “¡Vamos, Vegas!”. Jenn Morel Jenn Morel is a Dominican-American rapper known for her aggressive flows and in your face attitude. With her unique sound, she’s garnered over 100 million streams and scored sync placements with Samsung, Fortnite and Just Dance. Red Bull Racing Road Trips Over the years, the Red Bull Racing Formula One Team has taken F1 cars and drivers on the road to explore (and impress!) Grand Prix host cities around the world. This time, one of their cars hit the streets and even a casino as the sport celebrates its arrival in Las Vegas. Check out this episode here time coded to when the song is synced!

Mom Rock – “Close Your Eyes”

Pulling from memories of a childhood celebrity crush, in Mom Rock’s latest single “Close Your Eyes” is all about realizing that some fantasies are just not meant to be. This is the second single off the band’s forthcoming album, ‘Now That’s What I Call Mom Rock’ which was produced by Sean O’Keefe (Fall Out Boy, Plain White T’s, Beach Bunny). You see someone from afar and fall in love. Without knowing who this person really is, you dream up a whole future together. This kid essentially obsesses over a popstar, meets her, and she’s like, ‘You’re a kid. I’m not in love with you. That would be weird.’ We’d been covering ‘Teenage Dirtbag,’ and it’s the reverse sentiment. It’s a ‘sad in love’ song. Originally formed at Berklee, this Nashville-based Powerpop trio is tearing up the indie scene with a sound that evokes iconic 90’s rock bands like Weezer and […]

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The Polish Ambassador – ‘Vol. 1, Super Chill Goats’

The creative inspiration for The Polish Ambassador’s new album ‘Vol.1, Super Chill Goats’ was the addition of seven milking goats to his 25 acre goat, sheep and fruit tree homestead. Complete with a solar powered music studio, it’s the perfect environment for creating this club-worthy fusion of EDM, hip hop, funk, synthwave and global sounds. From hard-hitting female rap in “Diamonds Hands” to the sounds of India found in “Friends with Bananafits” and reggaeton vibes in “The Rudest Tempo”, the album is an eclectic mix that will surely make you as chill as those goats! Known for his trademark jumpsuit, David Sugalski aka The Polish Ambassador, has quite the unique setup at his Northern California residence. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to headline Red Rocks and perform at major festivals like Lightning in the Bottle, Electric Forest Festival, Suwannee Hulaween. To understand more about his origin story […]

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