Music
Renowned Genetic Scientist Releases Second Album “Signs & Wonders”
Sun King Rising’s John Blangero will release a new collection of “Southern Soul” tracks on October 1st, 2022. Texas-based Blangero is a world-renowned genetic scientist.

Sun King Rising’s highly anticipated second album “Signs & Wonders” gets a release date of October 1st, 2022 on PeacockSunrise Records. Sun King Rising is the professional moniker of singer/songwriter/piano player John Blangero who resides in Port Isabel, Texas. Combining different genres and musical influences, he refers to his music as the new wave of southern rock and soul music.
With Spotify streams of his 2020 debut album, “Delta Tales” approaching 800K, and youtube views of his award-winning “Free Will in China Blue” video approaching 40K, Blangero looks to continue the momentum with his new album.
John Blangero’s southern family culture and values form the backbone for his music. Taking inspiration from the icons of his generation, his music combines the literary genius of William Faulkner, the bluesy compositional brilliance of George Gershwin, the blue-eyed soul of Elton John, and the funky rhythms and horns of 60s-70s Muscle Shoals.”Signs & Wonders” is a collection of Blangero’s southern noir stories set to music, with a cast of colorful characters, intrigue, tales of sin and redemption, murder without justice, and love without limits.
Blangero is also a world-renowned genetic scientist who has spent much time over the past several years, working on the COVID pandemic.
More details about Sun King Rising can be seen at http://www.sunkingrising.com.
Artist Spotlight
Keesha Blair explores inner strength and emotional restoration on “Peaceful Power”
Noise rarely goes with healing, and it is more often found in quiet moments of reflection and acceptance and in the courage to embrace all parts of who we are. It’s the kind of gentle philosophy that’s at the heart of Keesha Blair’s latest release, “Peaceful Power,” a stirring blend of R&B, soul, and pop that makes emotional restoration a positive musical experience.
“Peaceful Power” is a mood meant to be soothing and emotionally resonant, revolving around themes of self-love and inner healing. Keesha Blair finds beauty in quietness, in stillness, in the power of calmness, not loudness or forcefulness. This opens the door for you to connect with them on a deeper level.
This song is a celebration of every step of our journey and reminds us that our past, our battles, and our victories have a place in who we are. The production is a wonderful complement to that message. It has a relaxed flow that doesn’t feel rushed, with soulful, warm textures, and slick R&B rhythms tinged with pop influences.
“Peaceful Power,” created by Divine Purpose Music also addresses topics such as ancestral connection, inner-child healing, empowered grounding, and individual healing. Keesha Blair delivers a strong reminder that real empowerment starts with accepting all of who we are. This is a song that heals, energizes, and leaves you with a lingering sense of calm.
Artist Spotlight
With “Silhouette,” Bam Rigby captures the spirit of resilience
Progress is often met with resistance, and Bam Rigby’s new single, “Silhouette,” is a truthful and heartfelt reflection of that reality. A recording out of New York City, it mashes the upbeat sound of indie pop with the rougher sound of indie rock to make perseverance a fun listen while reminding us that every little step counts, even when you’re not sure where you’re going.
“Silhouette” has a lot of momentum with a propulsive rhythm and plenty of live instrumentation. There’s a certain warmth to the song because it was recorded on analog, and every guitar, drum, and harmony has character. The production gives the music a timelessness that feels both familiar and new.
Rigby’s voice works well in the arrangement, offering a blend of quiet contemplation and steady resolve. The song builds with rising background harmonies that gradually ease the emotional burden, reflecting the persistence at the heart of its narrative. What you get is a song that admits to struggle but does not succumb to it, that chooses hope and resilience in the midst of defeat.
“Silhouette” is a statement about the quiet determination you need to stay the course when distractions and setbacks threaten to throw you off course. The first release from his upcoming debut album, “Sometimes I Forget to Breathe,” this release introduces us to an artist who believes in real musicianship and meaningful storytelling, and leaves us with plenty of reasons to look forward to what comes next.
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