Music
Covenant School Tragedy Inspires Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Pam Ross’ Emotional Tribute
Pam Ross, an award-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist, was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, spent most of her life in Houston, and currently resides in North Carolina. However, it was her time spent in Nashville that truly solidified her position as one of the Up-and-coming Songwriters to Watch on the Nashville circuit. Ross performed for BMI industry showcases and had multiple stints at the renowned Bluebird Café and other local venues, establishing herself as an accomplished and talented artist.
It was her deep connection to Music City that inspired Pam to write her latest single, “Falling Off the Merry Go Round.” This poignant song was born out of the frustration and heartbreak she felt in the face of the ongoing plague of school shootings that continues to devastate communities across the country. As a society, we are failing our children and each other, and Pam believes that we all play a role in creating the world we live in. With over 175 deaths in school shootings since Columbine, it’s time to take action and develop real solutions to this ongoing crisis.
“Falling Off the Merry Go Round” will be available on April 21, 2023, accompanied by a music video that is currently in production.
Pam Ross has an unmistakable style that blends rock, Americana, and country into a unique sound that her fans have dubbed “Pam Music.” In June 2022, she began recording her album, “When Therapy Fails,” with a group of incredibly talented musicians at Goodluck Studio in Chapel Hill, NC. The album features ten songs, with the first single, “Fire In The Hole,” released on November 28, 2022. The song quickly garnered rave reviews from radio and top playlisters, and the music video, produced by Rob Underhill and Evelyn Putnam, received Official Selection in the Europe Music Awards. It has also been nominated for Best Music Video in the Carolina Film Festival 2023 and the Franklin Flix Indie Film Festival 2023.
For more information about Pam Ross and her music, please visit her website at https://pamrossmusic.com/home.
Album Review
R3b3l I explores self-discovery through sound on “A Different Frequency” album
In a music scene often ruled by lyrics, R3b3l I proves that you can tell a powerful story without a single lyric. “A Different Frequency” is a twelve-track instrumental hip-hop and rap-inspired album inviting you into a deeply personal journey of growth, self-discovery, and purpose, speaking its message purely through mood, rhythm, and expression.
“Dance Before the Throne” opens the album, immediately establishing the tone of reflection and reverence. From here, “Elevate” and “The Wave” continue, adding momentum and a sense of movement and change. Each piece is a chapter in a larger story, allowing you to interpret the music with your own experience.
Songs like “I AM Power,” “Level Up,” and “Awaken” seem to be a big part of the progression of the album. The energy is one of empowerment and inner evolution. “The Jazzy Hop” is a nice change of pace in style, with a smooth, groove-flavored taste that shows R3b3l I’s versatility. Meanwhile, “Carousel,” “Raindrops,” and “Heartbeat” are moments of introspection that balance uplifting themes with emotional depth and openness.
The project wraps up on an emotional high with “Ancestors,” a heartfelt tribute to the forebears and the invisible forces that still influence us on our journeys. It’s a fitting way to close out an album about connection, growth, and purpose. “A Different Frequency” is more than a collection of tracks with carefully constructed instrumentals and thoughtful sequencing, and it’s a rewarding journey for those who want immersive instrumental hip-hop with heart, imagination, and substance.
Artist Spotlight
“Signalling Signatures” finds Mr Pigeons exploring dreams, truth, and hidden meanings
While the first look at an upcoming project usually sets the expectations, Mr Pigeons does something more ambitious with “Signalling Signatures.” With this release, the hip-hop artist opens up a portal into “Shining Arras,” inviting you into a world where dreams, symbols, and hidden meanings collide.
“Signalling Signatures” is an exploration of the thin veil between reality and imagination, based on themes of altered consciousness and shifting perspectives. The song is a mix of mythology, film, and spiritual symbolism and encourages you to look beyond the ordinary and find the messages in everyday life. Mr Pigeons delivers with purpose and swagger, blending introspection with crisp storytelling. He also renders the abstract ideas of the song accessible.
The thing about “Signalling Signatures” that is so compelling is its sheer audacity to challenge you. There are no easy answers in this song, only a quest for truth, perception, and uncertainty. A good opening chapter to “Shining Arras,” and it manages to build up suspense as well as showing Mr Pigeons’ artistic vision. “Signalling Signatures” is a good introduction to what could be an interesting new creative phase for the artist.
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