Kameron Corvet talks ‘Early Riser’ and making hits by any means necessary

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Kameron Corvet

When you’re an indie artist, getting your music into the hands of fans can be a helluva feat. Case in point — Kameron Corvet: The Atlanta-based singer/musician has been releasing acclaimed pop- and rock-tinged soul music since 2006, but without the backing of a label, he’s been forced to wear a multitude of hats — artist, publicist, A&R, etc. — making the task of dropping albums extra tough.

Despite the obstacles, Corvet has steadily cranked out new sounds on a regular basis … as evidenced by his newest EP, “Early Riser,” which hit the streets Dec. 1, 2017. The album is a continuation of the guitar-driven brand of music he’s become known for, and once again, he brought the project to life via the hard work of his-own-damn-self and that of his team. We recently checked in with Corvet to get a look at the challenges of making of his latest project — from a creative and a business POV.

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Mo Sounds: Tasha LaRae’s ‘Light,’ St. Beauty’s ‘Running To The Sun’ + more new music

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Tasha LaRae: “Light”
Atlanta-based singer Tasha LaRae is known by many in music circles as an acclaimed collaborator: She’s a member of the legendary Arrested Development crew, recently provided vocals for DJ Kemit’s “Together” EP, etc. But in January, LaRae is stepping into the spotlight with the release of her new solo project, “Light.” She describes the six-track EP as a “blend of soul, house and R&B music with lyrics that echo real life situations of love, loss, and living the human experience” — but we see “Light” as a fitting showcase for a talent deserving way more shine. More info: tashalarae.com/light-project.

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Now hear this: Brenda Nicole Moorer, BOSCO, Chantae Cann + more

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Brenda Nicole Moorer

With summer now a (not-too-distant) memory and fall rolling in with cooler temps, we figured that it was a great time to survey the soundscape and take an inventory of some dope, locally produced music that’s been released in the past few months. Fact is, Atlanta-bred and –based artists, particularly those of the soul-flavored variety, have been busy this year, dropping tons of good stuff to listen and groove to. And to help you find the very best sounds to put in your earholes, we’ve compiled this list of 12 hometown notables with projects you need to grab. Take a look — and then take a listen.

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The Top 20 ATL Soul Songs of 2016

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Photo: Dejah Greene. Model: Raven Best.

The year 2017 is gonna be a big one for Slo*Mo Media. Now, that’s not some flippant prediction or straight-up boast — it’s just a fact, based on some carefully considered strategy. In other words, we ain’t bullshittin’ you.

Looking forward to next year, although we can’t reveal all our plans, we can safely say that you’ll be seeing a lot more of us: in print, on the web and in the flesh. Keep your eyes and ears peeled to all the stuff we make (the zine, the Mo Audio podcast, the website, our social media content, etc.) to stay in the loop on all of the newness and expansions.

But before we go knee-deep into 2017, we thought it would only be right to look back at the year in music — specifically the soul music that came out of Atlanta this year.

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Win tickets to Shakara!

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Check it out Fela Kuti fans … Slo*Mo is offering two chances to snag tickets to Spread Love’s annual celebration of all things Fela: Spread Love presents Shakara — Saturday, October 15, 2016 (featuring DJ Kemit, Rich Medina, Mausiki Scales & Common Ground Collective and many more)!

1.) WIN a pair of FREE tickets — For, Slo*Mo fans who’ve “Liked” our Facebook fan page — https://www.facebook.com/SloMoMagazine — message us your name via Facebook, and we’ll pick a winner randomly and hit you up by Thursday, Oct. 13!

… OR …

2.) Purchase a discount ticket — Go to the Spread Love website (http://spreadlove.us) and use the promo code SLOMO to get advance tickets for $15!

Go for it NOW! More details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1502084450101355/

Summer of Soul 2016: Latrese Bush, Anthony David + more artists to watch this season

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Latrese Bush (Photo by Dre Barnes)

As the hazy days of summer officially begin, the question for music heads quickly becomes: What new tracks will I be rocking for the hot-ass months ahead? Slo*Mo can help with that. Just check our handy list below — it features nine of our favorite artists (who just happen to dwell in Atlanta) and info about their latest releases (singles, EP and full albums). So take a look at what the local soul scene is offering, and then snag these dope sounds for yourself.

Latrese Bush
In a world of “microwave music,” where some of the dopest sonic creations by artists are too often seen as disposable, soul singer Latrese Bush is taking a novel approach to getting her tunes into the ears and hands of her fans.

Fresh off the success of her hit duet with Noel Gourdin, “Because of You,” it would be standard practice for Bush to drop a full-length album or even an EP. Instead, the Atlanta-based vocalist is embarking on a yearlong journey that will see her releasing one new single on digital platforms every few months — and it starts with the mid-tempo, soon- to-be steppers classic “Love I Can Sing About,” which went on sale in early June.

She sees the single campaign, aptly titled “Singled Out,” as a way to give fans the chance to find her music and, ultimately, extend the life of her new sounds.
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Summer of Soul 2016: The Brand New Heavies, ONE Musicfest + more of the ATL’s best live music

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The Brand New Heavies

You ready for a whole mess of live music this summer? Well, we understand if you’re overwhelmed by the sheer choices of bands/DJs/artists to check out in Atlanta. That’s why we did all the legwork for you, curating a collection of truly can’t-miss concerts — especially if you’re a fan of soul, jazz, house and true-school hip-hop. Read up and plan accordingly.

June 23: Underground System, The Dangerfeel Newbies, Daz I-Kue — Local soul/jazz/house heroes The Dangerfeel Newbies and U.K. born, ATL-based producer/DJ Daz-I- Kue take the stage with rising Afrobeat stars Underground System … which is sure to equal a genre-jumping night of high-energy music. Aisle 5. aisle5atl.com.

June 24: Jonathan Butler, Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle — Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. www.cobbenergycentre.com.

June 25: Black Milk & Nat Turner with Boog Brown, Yani Mo, DJ Kerosene, Hosted by Fort Knox — Aisle 5. aisle5atl.com.

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Slo*Mo Vol. 4, No. 1: Soul Preview 2016

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A butt-load of great soul music is on tap for 2016, and — as always — Atlanta is the epicenter for a big slice of what you’re going to be listening to over the course of this new year. To help you navigate the sonic waters, we (the homies at Slo*Mo) have compiled a guide to some of the most anticipated works coming soon from a gang of ATL’s best and brightest artists. So, turn the page and dive in. The next 365 days are sure to be super-soulful. Read up via the links below:

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