Humanitarian Musician Darren Stakey Releases New Holiday Classic Single – Don’t Light the Lights (On the Tree Without Me)

December 9, 2021-Hollywood, CA—————Singer/songwriter and producer Darren Stakey’s fans are eagerly anticipating the arrival of his upcoming Christmas release, a nostalgic song about love and family. Critics are already buzzing about the touching ballad, “Don’t Light the Lights (On the Tree Without Me),” saying it is virtually guaranteed to steal your heart and climb up the charts. It’s a traditional Christmas song with a great pop twist — truly a ballad to stand the test of time.

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From sports stadiums to Carnegie Hall, Darren Stakey (sometimes known as “Stay Key”) has flourished as a performer around the globe. His riveting performances and captivating stage presence make Darren Stakey a crowd favorite. Beyond live performances, Darren is an accomplished singer/songwriter and producer, releasing his first Christmas EP, “For the Holidays” by Stay Key in 2013. Now, he’s back with the uplifting original song, “Don’t Light the Lights (On the Tree Without Me),” reminding us all what truly matters during the holidays — spending time with people we love and enjoying the “little” things, like lighting the lights on the tree.

Darren Stakey made his debut with Soltrenz Records / Strictly Rhythm, distributed by Warner Music Group, with a catalog later acquired by BMG. Under the moniker “Stay Key,” a play on (and correct pronunciation of) his surname, Stakey, he later affiliated with Amathus Music, distributed by Sony Music’s The Orchard.

Darren Stakey is the founder and CEO of indie label and production house, Wildwood Productions, LLC. No stranger to the entertainment world, he is also admitted to practice law in New York and California. Darren has been recognized for his volunteer work and Pro Bono efforts. He sits on the Board of the Sound Justice Initiative, a Not-for-Profit organization dedicated to educating incarcerated populations and fostering better individual outcomes. He was named a Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by Touro Law Center in 2019. In 2015, Stakey played the piano and sang for a marathon 111+ consecutive hours to raise money and awareness in the fight against autism. Simply put, Darren Stakey is a philanthropic warrior with an emphasis on helping people and making the world a better place.

Add another star to the Christmas firmament, because “Don’t Light the Lights (On the Tree Without Me)” is sure to become a perennial hit. Telling a bittersweet story of hope and longing with a voice as smooth as silk, Darren Stakey’s new song promises to warm up even the frostiest of hearts this holiday season. It strikes just the right tone at a time when we could all use a jolt of joy, and good will. Move over Bing Crosby and Mariah Carey, a new holiday standard has arrived!

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Kailee Spark’s Single “Sparkle & Shine” is a Folk Pop Treasure, Out on Spotify and YouTube

Spark’s newest single and music video, ‘Sparkle & Shine’, was released on June 4^th—and believe us and we tell you it is a folk pop treasure! If you don’t know who Kailee Spark is, the singer-songwriter was raised Mormon in the Bay Area and left the church at the age of 22 and moved to Big Island Hawaii! Before pursuing her music career, she studied cultural anthropology at Humboldt State University. Now Spark is skyrocketing with her new career in music. Listen to her on Spotify here. Spark speaks about the single:

 “Writing ‘Sparkle & Shine’ was a lot of fun. I stopped at the studio one day to have a production meeting with Bub and showed him like four lines of a song I was working on that at the time was called ‘Bright & Shiny’. The idea of the song was that sometimes I’m feeling like I’m in the flow of life, and sometimes I’m not, but either way it’s cool and I’ll just keep doing my thing. Later that same night he sent me a recording of practically an entire song he had written based on the little information I’d given him! We went back and forth creating the verses and fine-tuning the hook, and recorded the song maybe a week after we wrote it. That was a fun and quick co-write!”

The enchanting single is accompanied by a video including the songstress frolicing through the Hawaiian style Cliffside.  After a sunrise songwriting session on a cliff overlooking the vast Pacific, and a ceremonial toss of her mobile phone into the open waves, she finds that her jeep won’t start. Spark grabs her guitar and meanders down the rural jungle road, intending to hitchhike back into town. A sweet couple in a truck pick her up, and as she rides in the back, an adventure ensues with a crazy cast of characters and riveting imagery

To stay up to date with Kailee Spark, check her out on her website Spotify, Facebook, Twitter, and Twitch by clicking on her link tree! https://allmylinks.com/kaileesparkmusic

Check Out PIERA’s Single Unraveling Inspired by Chelsea Wolfe Now on Spotify!

Have you listened to PIERA’s single “Unraveling” yet? If not, you need to this instant! This fantastic song consists of haunting vocals, up-beat melodies, and psychedelic undertones that are sure to get listeners entranced. Fun fact, this song was inspired partly by American singer-songwriter Chelsea Wolfe and her folk-rock sound. Listen on Spotify here.

The duo consists of Piera Klein and Micah Plissner, two multi-talented musicians. Klein isn’t just the lead singer of the group, she is also a wonderful composer and songwriter. Plissner on the other hand is a producer who can also play multiple instruments. It’s no surprise that their music sounds as good as it does when they combine their talents.

“Unraveling” isn’t the only piece of art these two have released. Also on Spotify are “As Good As You” and “Cosmic Reaction.” PIERA are only going up from here, as they’ve recently made their way to radio. You’ll be hearing much more from them soon, that’s for sure, and we can’t wait for what’s next in store.

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Pop Artist EM Sounds Very Lana Del Rey in New Song Say What You Mean

The new single from pop singer/songwriter EM, “Say What You Mean,” is out now! You can definitely hear the Lana Del Rey influence throughout this romantic tune. “Say What You Mean” is a soulful pop song that goes straight to the heart and soul of relationships. Listen on Spotify here.

Em’s video for “Say What You Mean” is also representative of Lana Del Rey in regards to her storytelling. It portrays the Divine Feminine in a cinematic style – women of today but through a 50’s and 60’s lens. She shot this sensually and supernaturally mesmerizing video with director Parris Mayhew. Watch it on YouTube here.

Em says this song represents the “ethereal, emotional side of her writing.” She thinks of herself as a huge hopeless romantic and just wants someone to love her with every fiber of their being. “Say What You Mean” sees Em sending an ultimatum to her partner, by talking about honesty and the essential role it plays for the success of a relationship in the long run. Listen to “Say What You Mean” on Apple Music here.

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Lovers of Parachute Are Completely Obsessing Over Blazar’s New Pop Single “Tomorrow”, Available on Youtube and Spotify!

Do you guys remember the alternative band Parachute? Well, its fans are completely obsessing over the new band Blazar’s pop single “Tomorrow” which is available on streaming services like Youtube and Spotify!

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AntiFragile music signed Blazar, which is led by the very talented Jerad Finck. Finck is no stranger to producing great music; he has already had 3 top 40 singles and is the Grand Prize Winner of the U.S.A. SongWriting Competition where he competed against A-list entertainers such as Meghan Trainor.

Not only does Finck have awards under his belt, he has also worked alongside many brilliant and critically acclaimed artists like Hazel, Daughtry, Vertical Horizon, Parachute, Michelle Branch, Tony Lucca, Edwin McCain, Christina Perri, and many many more. The list goes on and on…

BLAZAR is very active in the pursuit of civil liberties and equality for all and is especially vocal and involved in the fight against systemic racism, LGBTQ inequality, and for common sense gun reform. Their favorite organization is everytown.org.

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Add Randy Hall’s New R&B Spotify Single “A New Way of Love” To Your Playlists if You Enjoy Jeffrey Osborne!

Pop icon Randy Hall releases new single that catches the ears and hearts of Jeffrey Osborne fans. A New Way of Love is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and YouTube.

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The smooth jazz singer has been capturing audiences and has worked with the biggest names in black music in the US. Some of the artists he has worked with include Diana Ross, Ray Parker Jr., Phil Perry, and the Jackson. On top of his big variety of collaborations, he has written songs with Leon ware, Roberta Flack, Jeffrey Osborne, and Kevin Toney from the Blackbyros!

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As a Grammy Award Winning Artist, Hall has been wowing audiences for decades now. Hall has worked and toured with some of the biggest names in black music such as: Miles Davis, Diana Ross, Ray Parker Jr., Phil Perry and the Jacksons to name a few. The Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist/Producer is a true Musician’s Musician.

When Halls’ not taking center stage he’s been known to write, produce and collaborate with artists such as: the Commodores, Ramsey Lewis, Leon Ware, Roberta Flack, Jeffrey Osborne and Kevin Lewis.

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Spotify Single A New Way of Love by Music Icon Randy Hall Hits the Heart of Usher Fans

Grammy Award Winning Artist Randy Hall, hits home with his newest release, “A New Way of Love”. The Spotify single appeals to many Usher fans with how it represents the way we should show love to others during this trying time.

 

Listen to “A New Way of Love” On Spotify! 

Randy Hall is an American singer, guitarist, and record producer who is best known for collaborating with Miles Davis during the 1980s. Hall helped Davis arrange “The Man With The Horn”, and its title track featured lead vocals by Hall, who also played guitar, synthesizer and celesta on the track.

 

Hall recently spoke out in response to current events, stating, “I can’t wait to see us champion this and for us all to rise to a greater level of love and togetherness as human beings. I want to make a record that the whole wide world would sing, then go on tour and set the stage on fire!”

 

The chorus of “A New Way of Love” has a sweet ear-bending harmonic surprise

kissed to life by backup singers Medina Johnson and Patrice “KP” Isley while the

rhythm track gives those mature enough to remember a masterful Barry White

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The only things this 4-minute single edit lack are a mid-song breakdown, a sexy

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Rubberband).”Come on, brother. Why you holdin’ out on us?”

 

Maybe he just wants to leave us wanting more. Mission: Accomplished.

“A New Way Of Love” by Randy Hall is available now!

 

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