The Music Ninja

24/09/2021

Petey is a man of many talents 🔥

I haven’t written a blog review/write-up/article/whatever the hell you want to call it in what feels like… well, a long ass time. But Petey, otherwise recognized as PeteyUSA on TikTok, has ripped me out of my journalistic retirement with his twelve track debut album Lean Into Life released on Te...

21/03/2020

Spread some positive energy with the debut of Bay Area band Alan Frenz!! 🎶

With all of the craziness that’s going on the world right now, we felt the need to share some especially positive music to get your spirits up. The San Jose band Alan Frenz has come through clutch with their debut single “I AM” that has been accompanied by a stress-free fun music video.

31/10/2019

The latest haunting addition to your playlists? Juan Ariza and Miette have you covered.

Hailing from Bogotá, Colombia, Los Angeles-based Ariza has been turning some heads as of late. From crafting his own tunes to playing guitar with the likes of The Staves, Phillip Lassiter, and more, it’s not hard to see why.

17/10/2019

Have you seen one of MEUTE's viral videos yet? If not, you should. Luckily for you, we've conveniently included one in this interview with their Founder and Trumpeter, Thomas Burhorn.

MEUTE is one of the more refreshing things we’ve come across lately. Made up of a collection of 11 talented, traditional drummers and horn players, this German-based group delivers eye-opening, smile-inducing, and thoughtfully crafted renditions of some of the world’s largest dance anthems, incl...

14/06/2019

We have another single from Matt Longo / Thin Lear's debut album. Head on over and check it out.

Back in February, I had the pleasure of bringing you a first listen to Thin Lear’s “Guesthouse.” Just a few months later, I’m back with another premiere from this endearing, up-and-coming, Queens-based artist.

22/05/2019

We have your first look at 888's newest music video. Head on over and check it out while it's hot!

Hailing from the Mile High City, 888 is back again with another massive, emotive, and encapsulating tune. And, as seen before, they’ve enlisted the help of fellow Denverites, Blurred Pictures, to help with the visual representation of “Pins & Needles.”

10/04/2019

We have your first look at Alae's music video for "Help You Now," which features actress Antonia Prebble.

Head over and check it out now.

28/03/2019

We caught up with Shawn James ahead of his upcoming show (3/30) at Globe Hall. Head over and see what he had to say!

In just a few short days, Shawn James will be returning to the Mile High City in support of his recently released album “The Dark and The Light.” Before we head down to Globe Hall on Saturday to catch what will surely be a sensational show, we reached out to get to know the man behind this incre...

19/03/2019

The talented Nived makes his debut with the addictive hit "Shame."

It’s always exciting seeing a new project come to life. Today we share with you one such instance with the debut of Nived via the single, “Shame.” With such a strong first step, Nived is taking a stance as an artist that everyone needs to know.

10/03/2019

Our friends over at Cadence and Cause are offering up a chance to win two VIP BUKU Music + Art Project passes and a M&G with Louis The Child! Click the link below, make a small donation to Upbeat Academy and you'll be entered for a chance to win.

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13/02/2019

Loving "The Guesthouse" from Matt Longo / Thin Lear

Following a three-year hiatus, Queens-based songwriter & producer Matt Longo, aka Thin Lear, is back with the first release since his self-titled EP. Today we’re bringing you a first look and listen to that release, titled “The Guesthouse.” If you weren’t already familiar with this up-and-co...

05/02/2019

We sat down (virtually, of course) with Big Wild to chat about his debut album, Superdream.

We’ve had Big Wild on our radar for quite some time, first posting about his vibey tunes back in 2015. Since then, we’ve had the pleasure of watching the rapid adoption and adoration of his style, leading him to a dedicated fanbase and some of the largest venues in the world.

30/01/2019

Ninja Allegra dialed up another tasty indie dojo for your evening. Give it a spin while you're enjoy those tacos and margs! It is Tuesday, after all.

29/01/2019

We have a first look at Kita Menari's music video for "Pretty Sure."

“Pretty Sure” is the firs experience I’ve had with Micha de Jonge’s project Kita Menari. And, I’m pretty sure I’m in for the long haul after one listen through. It’s quite charming, drawing on associations of The 1975 and Passion Pit, yet still maintains a well-defined originality and ...

28/01/2019

If you've never been to BUKU Music + Art Project, this is your year. You won't regret it.

Details: http://www.themusicninja.com/event-preview-buku-music-arts-project-new-orleans-march-22-23/

24/01/2019

Excited to premiere this gem from mxmtoon!

I spent my childhood soaking in classic crooners like Sinatra, Martin, and Prima, thanks to my 2nd-generation Italian-American grandfather. Those songs are timeless to me, which is why I had some pause when I first glanced at this submission. It only took a few seconds to shift my perspective, thoug...

18/01/2019

Start your day off with this new one from Various Blonde.

Brought to life by multi-instrumentalist Joshua Allen and drummer Mark Lomas, Various Blonde is Kansas City’s best kept secret. Cooked up in 2009, this outfit has taken on many forms, working with a revolving cast of musicians and producers. Most recently, the pair has teamed up with Long Beach pr...

17/01/2019

Loving this new Manila Killa single!

The new year brought a fair amount of change for Manila Killa (Chris Gavino), as he embarked on his first year as a solo artist. Aside from a shift in his career path, he’s also showcasing a glimpse at a shift in his musical style. Maybe this is the true Chris? Whatever it is, we’re all about it...