Halfstack's September playlist refresh

Halfstack's September playlist refresh

Music is at the heart of September’s issue in Halfstack Magazine. To keep in line with this month’s theme, this week’s health and fitness article includes a compilation of songs to motivate you during and energize your workouts:

• “Levels – Radio Edit” by Avicii
• “How We Party – Original Mix” by R3hab, Vinai
• “Bounce – Extended Mix – feat. Kelis” by Calvin Harris
• “Echo – Original Mix” by BlasterJaxx
• “Stay the Night – feat. Haylee Williams” by Zedd & Haylee Williams
• “You Lift Me Up (Live City Remix)” by Mikey Wax
• “Recess” by Skrillex
• “One – Radio Edit” by Swedish House Mafia
• “Up All Night” by Arty & Angel Taylor
• “Animals” by Martin Garrix
• “Million Voices – Radio Edit” by Otto Knows
• “Calling (Lose My Mind) – Radio Edit” by Sebastian Ingrosso & Alesso
• “Break Free” by Ariana Grande & Zedd
• “Tell Me When You’re Ready” by Flo Rida & Future
• “You Make Me” by Avicii
• “Va Va Voom” – Nicki Minaj
• “Blame” by Calvin Harris & John Newman

Listen to the full playlist on Spotify at “Halfstack’s September Playlist Refresh” by blohmann8. Jam on.

Jin: Taking Hip-Hop and Technology by Storm with New Maturi App Project

Jin: Taking Hip-Hop and Technology by Storm with New Maturi App Project

Written by: Dana Rettig as featured in Halfstack's Fall Issue. Read the entire issue today HERE.

Japanese native, Jin, is not your average producer and musician. He is a game changer who believes in the essence of evolution that is sure help others become more advanced in their everyday life.  After taking the music world by storm, Jin decided to establish something that will change the world of technology forever: create his own app device for the aspiring artists to help display their talent.

Jin’s latest device, MaTuRi, allows the world to come together and enjoy their favorite artists among other things.  Although Jin is interested in producing and writing lyrics, Jin is more interested in taking Maturi to another level by promoting the app worldwide.  “We are producing many artists such as my own band, High Speed Boyz, but right now, I am more interested in taking the technology world to a higher level and to use MaTuRi to demonstrate a better and more exciting app.”
 
Less than a month after the app launch, Jin has received excellent response from some the hottest artists in the industry.  In the interview, Jin stated his elation towards his newest project. “I am very happy to hear that many websites picked up Maturi and that lots of artists are interested in creating their own MaTuri apps,” Jin said. “The unprecedented nature of this app system, we believe, will attract many more.”

With Jin’s newest project on display in Japan, he is optimistic that his work of art will take technology to another level of today’s world of ever-changing technology trends. “I am hoping that MaTuRi will be one of the answers and that many artists understand its capability,” he explained. “It’s a demo stage in Japan. The Japanese version should be available in the beginning of 2015.”

Now that everything is in order, what is next move to getting people to take notice of his newest project? “My hope is for every artist to create their own free app through MaTuRi and that those apps would become the bridge between artists and music listeners. The ultimate goal, of course, is to fuse the power of humans and technology, always with a thought of the future in mind. With that in mind, MaTuRi has more than 10 patent technologies,” he explained. He added: “Not to mention, I am very interested in how to improve the connected speed of iCloud,” Jin concluded.

For more information about Jin’s newest app and latest musical project, you can reach Jin on Twitter at Jin_X. Or go to www.maturisystem.com

Music Inspired Fashion for Her

Music Inspired Fashion for Her

Hey Halfstakcers! We have found some great music inspired fashion! Check out these edgy tops to pair with some distressed jeans to get a chic yet artsy look.

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Check out these styles from brands like NastyGal and more!

Beyonce Sweatshirt, Guns n Roses, Rolling Stones, Ramones. 

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: AV Music Fest

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: AV Music Fest

Here's a few snapshots from Halfstacker Perry's visit to AV Music Fest! Be sure to check out her whole gallery in the upcoming issue of Halfstack Magazine releasing Wednesday Sept. 17, 2014! You can check out more information on the festival at: http://www.hideoutblockpartyavfest.com

 

Download our latest issue at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peeks: Meet Elizabeth Lyons

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peeks: Meet Elizabeth Lyons

Written by: Jennifer Lezan as featured in Halfstack's Fall Issue

She’s the All American girl. A gorgeous, sweet and funny young lady with an infectious laugh that is sure to win the hearts of many. On top of that, the girl can sing. It’s no surprise that The Country Music Association dubbed Elizabeth Lyons an artist to watch this year. Her ITunes chart topping single “Party Rules” has been on the new and noteworthy page and has been bumping in many a country girl’s jeep all summer long. As a Chicago native, she’s a country singer with a city girl heart. Halfstack had the opportunity to meet Elizabeth at The Windy City BBQ and she graciously took some time to complete an interview with us.  Read on to learn more about the country music scene’s sweetheart: Elizabeth Lyons.

Q&A

Can you tell us a bit more about yourself, how you started and what inspired you to chase your country star dreams?

I love to laugh, make people smile and give big hugs! I have been in 18 musical theatre productions. I have always loved singing & dancing & piano & music! My parents said your college education comes before the country star music dream & said I could go to Nashville and pursue my country star dreams but only if I attended college while pursuing the dream. I am thankful for their strong belief in education. I'm proud to say I did it: pursued music dream & graduated from Vanderbilt University a year ago...sometimes I forget I have a degree in film. Until someone asks me about movies then I won't stop talking about classic Hollywood films or Rom Coms....or I decide to make a funny video at Wal-Mart in between a radio interview or boating with my family just because its what I love to do. My sisters and I used to make music videos, a very different experience than when I made my first music video. I went from dancing in my sisters room to dancing in a field with one of the best directors (Mason Dixon) in country music. Traveling to do a tour in the Midwest the day the music video charted #8 on iTunes Country Music Video Charts & #18 on All-Genre was the best way to celebrate as I'm from the Midwest!

People question the Midwest for being country: "those fly over states" Jason Aldean sings about are some of the top corn producing agricultural states in the world- some of the best soil/ or in the words of FGL: Dirt ! Recently announced Garth Brooks will open his tour in Chicago: 5 sold out shows- so I know country is alive and well in the heartland of America. Country became a part of my heart and soul spending every childhood summer in Northern Iowa: picking strawberries in my bikini, fishing for cat fish with my Grandpa, and making strawberry jam with my Grandma.

While I love the country, I'm also a city girl who loves to meticulously read menus at restaurants and window shop... Always on the search for good shoes and anything sparkly, diamonds, cheetah, or leather. I always try and look my best but my sorority sister and I used to laugh I usually look horrible when I see my crush! I always had a position in my sorority house but never wore their shirts because I'd rather wear a cute dress. Greek life definitely helped me get my first album (co-wrote all 6 songs EP) to chart #42 on iTunes Country Album Charts and All Time Bestsellers Albums Under $8 for months & #10 on Billboard Heatseekers East North Central. To celebrate I went and got some corn bread and made my Rice Krispie treats (which are the best! I swear a full stick of butter is the key).

I made 50 batches for all the radio stations I visited driving over 9500 miles this summer I was reminded how much I love to sing to the Spice Girls Notorious BIG Dixie Chicks and Rolling Stones. All the driving was worth it because I got to meet all kinds of people and the song has charted #87 on media base and #96 on music Row.

Check Elizabeth Lyons out online:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/elizabeth-lyons-ep/id572518758
Web: www.elizabethlyonsmusic.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElizabethLyonsMusic


For the full article, check back Wednesday Sept. 17, 2014 to read the complete story in Halfstack’s Fall 2014 Issue. You can download the latest copy of the magazine at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag

Music Must Haves

Music Must Haves

Hey Halfstackers! Before we head back to school here are our music must haves! Great new headphones, speakers, and more all at reasonable prices!

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Black Speakers, Gold Headphones, Wood Speaker, Oil Headphones, Headphones.

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: Top 10 Concerts for Fall

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: Top 10 Concerts for Fall

Written by: Dwight Bejec as featured in Halfstack's Fall Issue.

The Black Keys Turn Blue World Tour & Cage The Elephant
Sun, Sep 28 2014  8:00pm
United Center
Cage the Elephant will be with The black Keys as they Turn Blue the world.  Join them at the United Center Sunday September 28th at *8:00pm.

La Roux
Wed, Oct 1, 2014 7:00pm
Concord Music Hall
Looking for a psychadelic taste of synth-pop? La Roux is here to show you what the 80’s is all about well sort of, don’t miss their show at Concord Music Hall Wed Oct 1st.

Fleetwood Mac
Thu, Oct 2, 2014 8:00pm
United Center
“Most of these songs were written between 1969 and 1987… Each Song is a love story… They represent my life, the secrets, the broken hearts.  These songs are the memories – the 24 karat gold rings in the blue box. These songs are for you.” –Stevie Nicks
Join her and the rest of Fleetwood Mac as they bring you these stories Thursday October 2nd at 8:00pm at the united Center.

Coheed and Cambria & Thank You Scientist
Sun, Oct 5, 2014 5:00pm
House of Blues
Coheed and Cambria recently announced a fall tour across North America where they will perform their landmark 2003 album, “In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3″ from beginning to end. The tour, aptly called Neverender IKSSE:3 – Get ready for a show!

Ryan Adams
Thu, Oct 16, 2014 7:30pm
The Chicago Theatre
Ryan Adams brings us another fascinating classic. As usual, deep, subtle, ironic, haunting, intelligent, and witty.

For the full article, check back Wednesday Sept. 17, 2014 to read the complete story in Halfstack’s Fall 2014 Issue. You can download the latest copy of the magazine at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: Top 10 Albums for Fall

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: Top 10 Albums for Fall

Written by: Dwight Bejec as featured in Halfstack's Fall Issue.

Keyshia Cole
Point Of No Return
October 7, 2014
“Point of No Return” is the upcoming sixth studio album by American singer-songwriter Keyshia Cole.  The album comes preceded by the promotional singles “Rick James” featuring Juicy J and “Next Time (Won’t Give My Heart Away)“. She was in the studio with R. Kelly and Scott Storch, and has also confirmed collaborations with Mike WiLL Made It, Birdman, Future and Wale.

Stevie Nicks   
24 Karat Gold: Songs From The Vault
October 7, 2014
Stevie Nicks will be releasing her solo LP. 24 Karat Gold — Songs from the Vault will see release on October 7th via Warner Bros, though vinyl lovers will be able to pick up a limited edition double LP a week earlier starting September 29th.

Ani DiFranco
Allergic to Water
October 14, 2014
Ani DiFranco will be releasing her 20th full-length studio album since 1990, The 12-track Allergic was recorded at her Victorian house in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, where DiFranco has lived for more than a decade, and at a larger studio in an old church.

Jessie J   
Sweet Talker
October 14, 2014
Jesse J will be releasing her 3rd album October 14. Kicking off the campaign with worldwide hit Bang Bang - a collaboration with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj - it's clear to see that Miss. J is back

Kele Okereke   
Trick   
October 14, 2014
Trick, by Kele, will be released on 13 October, on his 33rd birthday.  Expect soulful, old-school soul and modern electronic R&B, with a distinctively British twist.

For the full article, check back Wednesday Sept. 17, 2014 to read the complete story in Halfstack’s Fall 2014 Issue. You can download the latest copy of the magazine at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: North Coast Music Festival

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: North Coast Music Festival

Resident  Halfstack Photojournalist Perry Fish made it down to North Coast Music Festival this year. Here's a sneak peek of shots she captured during the event. Check out the full gallery in Halfstack's Fall Music Issue on Sept. 17, 2014! You can download the latest copy of the magazine at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag.

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: The Feed

Halfstack Fall Issue Sneak Peek: The Feed

Resident  Halfstack Photojournalist Perry Fish had the opportunity to experience The Feed live this past August at Schubas. Here's a sneak peek of shots she captured during the event. Check out the full gallery in Halfstack's Fall Music Issue on Sept. 17, 2014! You can download the latest copy of the magazine at: www.issuu.com/halfstackmag.