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Dolly Ave Pays Homage To The Queen Of Country With Her Dynamic Rendition Of “Jolene”

Independent singer-songwriter Dolly Ave Celebrates the iconic Dolly Parton on her classic hit’s anniversary. Dolly Ave’s cover of “Jolene” is set to release on October 15, exactly 48 years after the original recording. Dolly Ave colors this track with a glimmering contemporary alt-pop color; her interpretation – crystal clear vocals layered over a creative beat that swells into a booming chorus – reflects her defined, innovative artistic vision. The seasoned artistry inherent to Dolly Ave’s music has garnered the attention of major publications like Atwood Magazine, Forbes, and New York Times among many others.

“To share a name with an icon that represents timelessness, light, and activism – I wanted to pay tribute to Dolly Parton with my own version of Jolene.” – Dolly Ave on recording “Jolene.”

Channeling the international icon in this cover, Dolly Ave pays respect to her work with this signature adaptation of the beloved anthem. “Jolene” is the type of art so special that its relevance persists through generations. Forever linked to her namesake artist, Dolly Ave relishes in every live performance of “Jolene;” it only made sense for the emerging Asian American songstress to record this long-lived 1973 masterpiece. For Dolly Ave, this cover of “Jolene” is an opportunity to highlight the significance of Dolly Parton’s impact on the music community and beyond.

Dolly Ave’s music touches on intimate, personal topics over soundscapes that weave between pop, R&B, soul and electronic music. Her Summer 2021 collaboration with rapper Charlie Curtis-Beard titled “Play With It” won 103.5 KISS FM Chicago’s #MusicMeetUp 4 out of 5 nights, topping tracks from Alessia Cara, Bazzi, Dixie D’Amelio and Lil Nas X. Dolly and Curtis-Beard’s previous collaboration “Sunlight, Quiet, Flowers” trended #1 on TikTok’s Original Music charts for 7 straight days.

Following the release of her debut single “Birds” two years ago, Dolly dropped her first full-length E.P. on May 7, 2021, titled SLEEP which garnered her 5 editorial playlists placements, write-ups in Forbes, Atwood Magazine, Live Nation’s One To Watch and two radio adds on the SiriusXM’s channel 88Rising Radio and the influential KEXP 90.3FM.

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Dolly was recently named Live Nation’s “Artist of the Week” and she was cited by the New York Times as one of a handful of Asian-American female “Pop Stars Taking Center Stage”. Her recent album release show at The Hotel Cafe in Hollywood sold out. Dolly Ave is touring North America with global star MIYAVI in the fall of 2021.

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GMG_Grizz brings melodic rap and undeniable attitude on latest release “Something Slight”

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GMG_Grizz is here with “Something Slight,” officially released as “Something Slight Freestyle,” a rap record built on confidence, personal ambition and lyrical self-assurance. The St. Louis artist’s track, embraces the familiar brag-track approach, but gives it an interesting musical direction through its melodic rap delivery. The title itself is indicative of the mindset going into the release, showing the artist’s ability to spit dope flows and bars as just something natural, not some Herculean effort.

The flowing piano movement and the bouncing rhythm is what makes this freestyle worth revisiting. These elements make the record sound familiar but still keep the arrangement catchy and accessible. GMG_Grizz’s direction is more toward confidence and individuality, someone who is comfortable with his work ethic and the lifestyle he portrays. The melodic approach also gives the track a different personality than a straight rap performance, allowing its rhythm to carry much of the appeal.

“Something Slight” is a tantalising taste of where GMG_Grizz is heading musically. There’s room for him to explore this sound further, but the piano and rhythmic bounce provide a foundation for keeping the track interesting. A confident freestyle with a personality that you can recognise and re-play value.

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François Marius pushes romantic excitement into a dancefloor celebration with “La Loco”

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François Marius arrives with a jolt of Latin Pop energy with “La Loco,” a dance-friendly track about attraction, romantic excitement and the fun madness of falling for someone. “LA Loco” is an immediate invitation to dance, with its catchy guitars, groovy bassline and spirited vocals giving it a friendly musical personality. Its approach is refreshingly simple, with the aim of having a good time rather than complicate the experience unnecessarily.

The song becomes even more interesting when Bérénice is on board, because the chemistry between the two performers is palpable. Their vocal call and response is a playful give and take, reflecting the thrill of two people being attracted to each other. It makes the romantic theme feel conversational, turning the performance into a musical chase instead of a one-sided declaration.

The acoustic elements also merge with the modern Latin beats, defining the danceable orientation of the track. “La Loco” is ultimately about enjoying the thrill that comes with attraction and letting yourself get carried away by the moment. Its constant call to swing along adds another layer of infectious energy. François Marius and Bérénice are a feel good collaboration that combines romance, rhythm and movement into an appealing Latin Pop package.

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