Himal releases debut single Makin’ Moves

West London based singer / songwriter Himal becomes one of the year's final breakthrough acts with the release of his soulful debut single Makin' Moves.


Born in Hammersmith, raised in Southall and growing up between London and Africa, Himal Barnes is no ordinary British vocalist. Pronouncing the likes of Al Green, Stevie Wonder, Curtis Mayfield, Nas and the Beatles as his primary influences, Himal combines his love of soul, jazz and hip hop music to create an effortlessly smooth sound which has seen him perform at some of London's finest venues (including the world famous Jazz cafe and Bloomsbury Ballroom), support the likes of Jesse Boykins III, Terri Walker and Stacy Epps on tour and work with Leona Lewis, T.Williams and Wipe the Needle (Restless Soul), whilst being dubbed by many tastemakers as the UK's answer to American singer / musician / actor John Legend.


Following years of perfecting his sound away from the industry spotlight, Himal is now primed to release his debut solo record 'Makin Moves'. As a completely independent release, the single demonstrates Himal’s songwriting and vocal talents, as well as his ability to write a catchy yet credible, soul-hip-hop fusion without sacrificing lyrical content or musical quality. The record features the talents of a variety of musicians, including production from Kensaye, keys from Andrew Yeates, bass from Jack Stevens, scratches from Mr Dex and additional vocals from Cherri Prince. Accompanied by a beautifully honest and down to earth visual, 'Makin Moves' is a masterfully original feel good record, composed just in time to lift you up on those dark, cold nights of winter.


'Makin Moves' is taken from Himal's debut EP 'Soul Light/Soul Love', which is scheduled for release (along with two more singles) next year. With production from London based French Super producer Kensaye, North West London based singer / songwriter / producer Zansika and a host of other beat smiths, as well as features from Atlanta’s own soul singer / MC Stacy Epps, British rapper Byron and New York's Spoken Word Poet / MC Oveous Maximus, the EP is definitely a release to be anticipated.




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‘Makin Moves’ is available as a free download now at www.Himal.Bandcamp.com




For more information on Himal visit:
www.twitter.com/HimalMusik
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Himal/123361064391356
www.youtube.com/HimalMusik

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MusicMafiaUK Presents.... Desmond

Bio:I am a classically trained Inspirational Reggae/Soul Singer/Songwriter currently based in Los Angeles, California who has toured the United States, Canada, Europe and the Caribbean several times. My music combines jazz, gospel and rhythm & blues influences and focuses on lyrical storytelling and simple melodies with the emphasis being put on inspiring my audience. I started out at the age of eight as a gospel music boy wonder, opening on tours for prominent gospel acts.  One ovation lasted for 10 minutes. I also had a long stint as one of the foremost cabaret acts on Jamaica’s famous North Coast hotel circuit, which is where almost all the famous Jamaican performers honed their performing skills while they were under the radar of international renown. In August 2004 I migrated to the United States and have since that time performed several times in Fredonia, NY, Rochester, NY, Miami, Fl, Nashville, TN and in New York City earning thunderous ovations at prominent venues such as Bar 4 in Park Slope, Brooklyn and at the Sidewalk Café in the East Village. I was actually booked to return to do a full length show the first time I showed up at the latter venue and sang 2 of my original compositions at an open mic. This is unprecedented at this venue.  This is typical of the reaction to my music around New York City and elsewhere. 

I recently released the first single “Makes Me Stronger” on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/makes-me-stronger/id383271270 and it can also be downloaded for free on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003WL5W3Y/ref=cm_cr_thx_view. 
Ringtone Coming Soone coming soon.

Desmond can be found at http://www.desmondthesongwriter.com or https://www.facebook.com/SingaDesmond

And here is the SoundCloud link http://snd.sc/jnR68d, Give It, Give It, Give It is the demo of the week.

Contact info@shellytheartistemanager.com for questions or bookings.

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Prince to Recieve Lifetime Acheivment award

Pop star Prince is to receive a lifetime achievement honour at the Black Entertainment TV (BET) awards later this month.

"Prince is dynamic. Prince is genius. Prince is music," said BET president of programming, Stephen G Hill.

The BET awards are celebrating their 10th anniversary in Los Angeles on 27 June. This year's show will be hosted by Queen Latifah.

Prince has 10 platinum albums and 30 Top 40 singles to his name.

This year's BET awards ceremony will include performances from Kanye West, Diddy and Dirty Money and Ludacris.
Bieber nomination

Nominees include Rihanna, Beyonce, Chris Brown, Usher, Maxwell, Jay-Z and the Black-Eyed Peas.

Jay-Z leads the charge with five nods, while his wife Beyonce has picked up four.

Alicia Keys and Melanie Fiona also have four nominations apiece.

There was also recognition for teenage Canadian star Justin Bieber, who is in the running for best new artist.

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