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Blayne B. – “Alright”

One of the best things about working with indie artists nowadays is that the internet has all but shattered the paradigm that brilliant artists are only found in major cities. The truth is there is incredible art being made everywhere, and it’s inspiring to live in a time where you can write a song and get it out to the world with little more than a laptop. 22-year-old Blayne B. lives in Great Bend, a small town in Kansas with a population of just under 16,000. Releasing his first single at just 12 years old, he’s spent the past decade prolifically writing songs exploring themes of intimacy, identity, anxiety, substance abuse, and depression. Equally adept at both rapping and singing and with a talent for melody far beyond his years, Blayne’s music doesn’t fit neatly into any one genre. But the raw emotion in his songwriting is universal and undeniable. […]

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Katie Toupin – “Astronaut”

In an empowering call to girls around the world, Nashville singer/songwriter Katie Toupin reminisces about her childhood with a love song to her little heart in a brand new single entitled “Astronaut”. Inspired by time spent with her young nieces during the first month of lockdown, Katie returns to the innocence, wonder and excitement in a young girl’s life where anything is possible: When I grow upI want to be an astronautI’m gonna grow upAnd I’m gonna be an astronautGonna fly to spaceSave the human raceAnd do it all with a smile plastered on my face After six successful years with the band Houndmouth and their breakout hit “Sedona”, Katie Toupin embarked on a journey to find her own voice as an artist. Spending time writing and recording in Los Angeles, Austin and Nashville, in 2018 Katie released her debut EP Moroccan Ballroom, followed by a stunning full-length album Magnetic […]

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Laura Marano – “Something To Believe In”

You may know Laura Marano as the introverted and awkward songwriter Ally Dawson from Disney’s Austin & Ally, or perhaps in her role opposite Robert DeNiro, Christopher Walken and Uma Thurman in the family comedy, The War With Grandpa. But when she’s not busy starring in Hollywood films, Laura is in the studio writing and recording her own original songs. With an impressive 200+ million streams across all DSP’s, Laura has managed to build and maintain two successful careers in parallel. With the release of her second EP entitled “You”, the song “Something To Believe In” has emerged as a fan favorite, resonating on many levels with those facing struggles during this difficult time. “At its core, “Something to Believe In” is about being in a seemingly dark, hopeless place, only to have someone help you find the light. I wrote this song a few years ago, but it was […]

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Claire Guerreso – “In Our Blood”

On the heels of her recent placement on “The Blacklist”, Claire Guerreso is at it again with a brand new single “In Our Blood” that’s being featured in a TV promo for the upcoming Southern Eastern Conference Softball season starting this week! Produced and co-written by Nashville sync veteran Jeff Bowman, this powerful anthem is drenched in confidence, attitude and southern swagger. A masterful topliner, Claire wastes no time getting straight to the point: Some people are born with itAnd others they work so hardTrying to get aheadThey never get very far Life is short the days are longWe break our backs butWe can’t quit becauseIt’s in our blood Adept at writing and performing in a wide range of genres, Claire’s true specialty lies in writing songs specifically tailored for sync. After her song “Save Yourself” was featured in the trailer for the critically acclaimed Mad Max: Fury Road, she […]

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Claire Guerreso – “Savage”

Claire Guerreso has had more syncs than some record labels, and is far and away one of the most talented songwriters working in the business today. Her staggering ability to write and perform in just about any genre has led to notable placements on prominent shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Station 19, Reign, Lucifer, Pretty Little Liars, Shades of Blue, and The Walking Dead: World Beyond. She can also sing her ass off and is just about one of the coolest people you’ll ever meet. We have the distinct privilege of representing this musical force and her extensive diverse catalog of songs that seem to fit into nearly every brief we get. Among the most badass songs in this catalog is “Savage”, which was just released on the back of an ad campaign for Samsung. Co-written by renowned Nashville producer Tony Esterly, this masterpiece checks all the boxes. It’s haunting, sexy, […]

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No Suits – “Ice Cold”

On the heels of their incredible new album “Sex”, Los Angeles three-piece No Suits is back with another funky new single entitled “Ice Cold”. Effortlessly blending together elements of indie psych-rock, hip hop and funky retro R&B as though it were a frozen piña colada, the song features not one, but two impeccable guitar solos. And let’s be honest, very few bands can pull off even one decent guitar solo these days. The accompanying music video is the perfect complement to a jam like “Ice Cold”, a fixed-camera stroll through an epic house party complete with booty shaking, red solo cups and a couple dudes making out: Since signing with Bodega Sync, No Suits has had their music licensed by MINI Cooper, Gold Bond and NFL on Fox. With a string of successful collaborations with emerging indie rappers like Abhi The Nomad and Kota The Friend, the band’s exceptionally slick […]

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Chris Mann – “NOISE”

As covered in a recent LA Times feature, Chris Mann is an impressively multifaceted talent. You might remember him from his stint on “The Voice”, or perhaps his starring role in Phantom Of The Opera, or most recently from his viral parody videos which entertained millions worldwide. But none of that holds a candle to Chris’s amazing new Pop/R&B record “Noise”. “I was inspired to create a new sound for “Noise” that really encompasses what I love most about pop music— classic, hooky melodies, urban beats, vintage horns, and honest lyrics that speak to where I am right now in life, love, and the times.” Working with a cadre of incredible talent including Ca$h Clay Beats, India.Arie, Ian Barter, Willy Beaman and Thomas Daniel, this album blends a healthy dose of 90’s throwback R&B a la Justin Timberlake with a ton of other influences pulled from Mann’s diverse musical experiences. […]

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Cashae – “This Moment”

Summer adventures, childhood nostalgia, the sweet memories that take us back…that’s the vibe of producer/DJ duo Cashae’s new single “This Moment”. The newly dropped music video for the track is a perfect visual representation of never wanting this moment to end. Cashae’s self-coined “Trapical” sound is a unique blend of Pop EDM, Trap, and Latin Caribbean influences. This refreshing, global sound earned them over 5 million independent streams in 2019, features on Spotify’s New Music Friday and radio play in 79 countries from the U.S to France to Denmark, Nigeria, and Hong Kong. They’ve also landed sync features on MTV and HBO and Les Mills exercise programs. Most recently, they have worked on tracks for artists like Mau y Ricky, Selena Gomez, Bad Bunny, Halsey, Kat Dahlia, Johann Vera, and more.

Featured Artist: TIAAN

Sydney-born R&B artist TIAAN has captivated audiences around the world with her raw, sexy and slightly left of center style. Heavily influenced by her idols Sade and Janet Jackson, she has stayed true to a sound that instantly resonates with her audience. Following the success and acclaim of her 2014 self titled EP which earned her over 11 million Spotify streams, TIAAN suffered through the all too familiar struggle of being trapped in a bad record deal. Blocked from releasing new artist material, TIAAN instead began focusing on her songwriting, working on singles for artists like Charli XCX, Britney Spears and Iggy Azalea. Currently based in LA and now managed by Sarah McCann at B|O|O, 2019 saw the return of TIAAN with three incredible singles. Her comeback single “Ruin It” was released accompanied by a stunning music video shot on location at the site of the Woolsey fire. TIAAN is […]

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Featured Artist: Sam Smyers

Over the course of his career, LA producer/writer Sam Smyers has racked up hundreds of millions of streams across multiple genres by collaborating within a community of impeccably talented topliners and artists. Sam’s music has been licensed by Samsung and GoPro and he has multiple upcoming placements in productions that we’re told are going to be released…well, eventually. Starting as a session player in LA, Sam got his start laying down guitar for artists like 50 Cent to Lupe Fiasco. His role soon evolved when he found himself producing Hayley Kiyoko, helping her navigate the music industry at the beginning of her career. Sam has repeated this pattern through his own career, serving both as both collaborator and mentor to a burgeoning community of up-and-coming artists. Sam’s notable recent works include “Nobody Listening” featuring Lizzy Land who recently sang on Alesso’s “In The Middle” and Paul Oakenford’s “Waterfall”, “So Consumed” […]

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