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Growing up in New Hampshire and a childhood spent playing piano doesn't sound like the typical start for a country music singer, but Adam Wakefield isn't your typical singer/songwriter. From paying his dues on the small stage all the way to singing on NBC's The Voice, Adam's road to Nashville has been anything but common. Now, he is a standout in Nashville's music community with his blend of roots, rock, and country soul. On this episode, we chat with Adam about all his musical influences, his time on The Voice, and much more.

Nina Nesbitt is a 23 year-old pop singer and multi-instrumentalist from just outside of Edinburgh, Scotland. She cracked the iTunes Top 10 Downloads chart when she was just 17 and quickly signed to a major label. Now an independent artist again, she’s making the best pop music of her career. We sat down with Nina at SXSW in Austin, TX to talk about the windy road shNina Nesbitt is a 23 year-old pop singer and multi-instrumentalist from just outside of Edinburgh, Scotland. She cracked the iTunes Top 10 Downloads chart when she was just 17 and quickly signed to a major label. Now an independent artist again, she’s making the best pop music of her career. We sat down with Nina at SXSW in Austin, TX to talk about the windy road she’s taken to making worldwide hits and how it’s all leading up to her next album.

Rexx Life Raj is one of the most promising and versatile rappers to emerge from the Bay Area hip-hop scene. He released his sophomore album Father Figure 2: Flourish in November of 2017 and it shows a calculated, maturing MC, with his sights confidently set on a bigger prize. He hopped on Rocket Radio to talk about his can’t miss album and why the approach he’s taking in his career is no doubt the right one.

With an eclectic mix of electro-funk-meets-punk, NVDES sounds like nothing else you’ve ever heard before. An artist collective out of LA, led by frontman Josh ocean and his laptop, NVDES comes at you with a playful and infectious energy, begging you to move your body. On this episode of ‘Rocket Rising’ we talk with Josh Ocean about how this collaborative collective came to be, their unorthodox style of songwriting, and much more.

The Latest Rocket Radio Music and Entertainment Newscast March 30, 2018

Chris Knight has the insightful wisdom in his songwriting to draw us into the story to walk with him, to see what he sees and to feel what he feels. This Kentucky coal miner uses life as his brush and his songs as the canvas to touch the hearts of outlaw country music fans near and far. Join us for this episode of Rocket Outlaw and hear our conversation with Chris.

On today’s episode, we have a special live from SXSW chat with indie rock artists Mt. Joy. Now based in Los Angeles, lead vocalist and guitarist Matt Quinn and guitarist and singer Sam Cooper were born and raised outside of Philadelphia. On March 2nd, they released their highly anticipated self-titled debut album. With over 18 million digital streams, already having toured with artists like The Shins, Whitney, The Head And The Heart and The Lone Bellow, and performed at events like Newport Folk Festival, Bonnaroo, Made In America and Lollapalooza, Mt. Joy are well on their way.

Having achieved critical acclaim as a songwriter, Brent Cobb creates vivid images of moments in time using his unique gift of telling a story that is real, country living. His songs have been recorded and performed by Nashville elites including Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town and Kellie Pickler. For more of Brent’s story, listen to today’s podcast.

There aren’t many pop singers who can also produce their own music, let alone the globally-inspired pop on Amber Mark’s debut, 3:33 AM, out now on PMR Interscope. With 3:33 AM, she’s crafted an empowering and inspired collection of songs that have helped her cope with the loss of the most important person in her life. Her songs make you move, but they also make you think and feel. This is therapy in it’s most triumphant fashion. On this episode of Rocket Rising, we’ll talk to Amber about the path she’s taken to the brink of stardom and the music that’s brought her there.

The Latest Rocket Radio Music and Entertainment Newscast March 23, 2018

On this episode of Rocket Urban, we’re featuring STS aka Sugar Tounge Slim. He’s a rapper and poet originally from Atlanta and now based in Philly. Slim has been rocking the mic for a minute and has worked with artists like Dj Jazzy Jeff, The Roots, RJD2 and Dre & Vidal. Adrian Spinelli talks to STS about his come up, his collaborative project with producer Khari Mateen called Better on a Sunday, and much more.

Noah MacBeth, originally from Germany, has been making music since he was 15. He’s since made moves between Miami, New York, Montreal and is now based in LA. In the last year, he’s gained more than 120 million digital streams and countless praise from music sites everywhere. His debut album They Might’ve Even Loved Me just came out, and we chat with Noah about his storytelling and how he uses his platform to fight against gender inequality.

Growing up in a small town in rural Louisiana, Frank Foster learned the value of self reliance. Frank chose to remain independent and follow his own dreams for a music career. In today’s episode, you’ll hear the reasons for his decision and learn about the success he's found in Outlaw Country music.

Tim Harrington and Paul Wright are no strangers to pounding the pavement in the name of creating authentic and earnest folk music. Now, Tall Heights are being heard beyond Boston and critical acclaim is starting to follow them around, too. On this episode of Rocket Rising, we sit down to chat with Tall Heights about the beginning as street performers in Boston to getting signed with Sony Music, their touring experience with Ben Folds, and pushing themselves to explore new sounds.

On this episode of Rocket Country, we're featuring Michaela Anne. She is a Nashville based singer-songwriter, who doesn't shy away from the shifting tides of being an artist. Michaela's music ranges from the introspective and the personal, to the two stepping tunes that get boots on the dance floor. She allows her music to grow out of all her experiences, both fun and heartfelt. We talk to Michaela about her album, her musical childhood, and her west coast journey on the horizon.

Following the release of several EP's, a debut full length album, and a cover of The 1975's "Somebody Else", with more than 85 million digital plays, the New York-based alternative-pop artist known as VÉRITÉ is quickly becoming a fan favorite. With humble beginnings as a waitress in Times Square, VÉRITÉ is now reaping the rewards of her relentless passion for music as she continues climbing the charts. On this episode of Rocket Rising, the rising songstress opens up about the hurdles of breaking into today’s music industry and what it means to be an independent artist.

From performing at local open mics to becoming Lollapalooza's most buzzed about artist, Xavier Omär brings a tender-heartedness with his music that strikes a chord with all who hear it. The R&B singer has also gained notoriety for combating the underlying misogynistic influences that the genre has been known to have in the past. On this episode of 'Rocket Rising', Xavier Omär chats about supporting his local San Antonio music scene, his latest works and the importance of maintaining authenticity within music.

Since the days of Sabbath and Zeppelin, the world has been waiting for a group of young rock revolutionaries to hit the airwaves again. Following a sold out tour for their EP, From The Fires, the young Michigan rockers known as Greta Van Fleet bring with them a down and dirty bluesy rock sound with Robert Plant-like vocals that are taking over the rock music scene. On this episode of Rocket Rising, we talk with Sam Kiszka and Danny Wagner of Greta Van Fleet about the band's beginnings, their influences, and what is coming next for the boys bringing classic rock back to the main stage.

The Latest Rocket Radio Music and Entertainment Newscast March 12, 2018

Sometimes, just going for it and being yourself is the best way to stand out in today's crowded musical landscape. Duckwrth is exactly that. A rapper who embraces the self-proclaimed genre he calls "funk wave," blending hip-hop, funk, punk and a little bit of rock and roll checks in on this episode of Rocket Urban. Listen in as Duckwrth talks with host, Adrian Spinelli about his latest XTRA UGGLY Mixtape and what it takes to be all over the map, but wholly present at all times.