The CO [Band]

Name: The CO
Where from: Nashville, USA

I personally think there is an excessive amount of self-proclaimed pop/rock bands out there and find it difficult to try and find new music in the genre when there's so much to listen to. I found The CO by going through some of Tyler Ward's videos. I wanted to see if I missed anything, seeing as I've become something of a fangirl, and I fell upon a collaboration done by Tyler Ward & The CO...of course, I had to see what they were all about.

At first listen the band reminds me a lot of a generic and slightly more pop-sounding combination of Kings of Leon and, at times, Muse. After a few more listens, however, started falling into their own and I've found a soft spot for their music. Though it can come across as generic and nothing special, everything that pulls the band apart from everything else is, for one, their lyrics, in addition to their vocalists beautiful and melodious rockstar voice. Everything together starts to sound like a cocktail of great bands put together, which is awesome.

Their song entitled '3 AM' is reminiscent of an Incubus/Muse/Kings of Leon lovechild. I am more than okay with that. In fact, it's just about everything I've dreamed of in terms of collaborations. This is no substitute for those three bands to come together as one, but it's a fair alternative until I can get my fantasies fulfilled.

Of course, it's not a band without a song about love losing touch. Their song "Might Be Leavin'" is perhaps the token love-lost track. Though formulated, I can't say it's a bad song nor can I say it's anything but real. Everyone goes through heartache and everyone's got something to say about it. It also wouldn't be a rock band without a song about making mistakes and wanting to start over- "Permanent Mistake" fills those shoes and then some.

It's not that I'm bashing the generics the band has to offer, just that it is what it is. I enjoy their music very much and think you should take a few minutes to check them out. I think they're worth the time and deserve to be put out there, so go see what you're missing!

Here's where you can check out The CO:

YouTube
Facebook
Twitter
The CO Official Website

Laura Mary [Singer]

Name: Laura Mary
Age: 18
Where from: Canada
What she does: Singer

I fell upon Laura Mary while searching for 'The Last Song I'm Wasting On You' by rock group Evanescence and her cover of said song came up. It always amazes me when people dare cover Evanescence- it's not an easy task and one with some pretty high expectations. As I am a singer myself and they are my favourite band, I tend to judge Evanescence covers harshly. Naturally, I had to check it out and see how she did. No one compares to Amy Lee, that goes without saying, however I have to say Laura Mary surprised me.

Her voice is beautiful and flows nicely with the style of piano ballads Evanescence/Amy Lee put out and for someone who claims to not be taking voice lessons, it's very nicely developed. Her technique seems well rounded and she's got a beautiful, rich tone to her voice. One of the key aspects in Evanescence songs, I think, is the high notes Amy can flawlessly touch, and Laura reaches them, and then some.

She's very naturally talented, Canadian [I guess I'm biased that way, hehe] and seems to be an easy going girl with a bright future ahead of her. I think she deserves to be promoted [hence this posting] and I look forward to hearing more of what she has to offer!

To check her out [and please do!]:

Laura Mary's YouTube

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Jake Coco [Singer/Musician]

Name: Jake Coco
Age: [It's a mystery]
From: Los Angeles, CA, USA
What he does: Singer/Musician

It doesn't just take skill or talent to be a great artist- passion and personal connectedness in addition to things aforementioned make for something pretty awesome. Jake Coco embodies the spirit of talent and personal bond to create his unique and pleasant sounding style.

A solo artist, he depends on no one but his knowledge of many instruments and many duet partners, notably other YouTube artists. Amongst them, Julia Sheer [as you may remember from a previous posting in which I posted a video of Jake and Julia covering Pinks 'Fucking Perfect']. Though his duets are just plain awesome, his solo work is remarkable. He's no diva, but doesn't need to be. The skill is there and I'm certain that he can out sing Americal Idol contestants without struggle, but the simplicity of his musicianship is beautiful and very easy to listen to and appreciate.

Alongside his many covers, Jake has some great originals posted that are well worth a good listen to and add to your spring playlist! You can purchase his music on his Facebook page as well as his iTunes, which I will post below as per usual.

In addition to his ability to serenade, he always looks like he is 100% into it, which is a beautiful thing and says much about his dedication to his art.

Here are some links to check out the wonderful Jake Coco:

YouTube
Facebook
Personal Website
BandCamp
Twitter

Julia Sheer [Singer]

Name: Julia Sheer
Age: 18
From: Golden, Colorado, USA
What she does: Singer

It always pleases me to see artists looking genuinely moved by what they do and that says a lot about how much they really care about their art. Julia Sheer seems to be an authentic, down to earth girl with a spunky attitude and a bona fide fondness for music.

Her voice isn't up there with the Diva's, but it just goes to show that you don't have to be in order to be talented and worth a shot in the industry. The emotion carried by her heartfelt performances gets me every time, especially in the cover of Pink's "Perfect" done with Jake Coco. Don't get me wrong, the original is always the best, but theirs is by far the best cover I have heard thus far. It gives me chills.

Julia classifies herself on My Band as a country artist, although I'd say more pop/country. Either way, both her covers as well as her original music is sincere and easy to listen to. It's the kind of music I can listen to no matter what mood or or what I'm doing. It makes great background music and slightly thought provoking. It's the kind of music with which I can drive with the windows down and it feels great.

She doesn't try to out do herself or any other musician- what Julia does, she does because it works, not because it's better or more appealing. It's bare and real and I love that she can be so down to earth with everything.

Here are some links to check out:

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/JuliaSheer
Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/@j_sheer
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/juliasheertunes