The Other Boys by NERVO featuring Kylie Minogue, Jake Shears and Nile Rodgers

Dear Poptastic Readers,

For someone who doesn't have an album out this year, Kylie Minogue sure is churning out the singles this year. And her latest is with NERVO, Jake Shears and Nile Rodgers. The song is called "The Other Boys" and you are going to love it!

Who are the other people? Let's explore. NERVO are set of twins from Australia (no, not Say Lou Lou) named Miriam and Olivia Nervo, thus their last name is the name of their duo act. Jake Shears you might recognize as the lead singer for Scissor Sisters. And legendary Nile Rodgers gave an amazing legacy with Chic, as well as writing some of the best songs ever. Most recently, he teamed up with Duran Duran.

Ok, enough about who's who. You want to hear the song, don't you? Well, better yet ... hear the song and watch the video here. Enjoy!~

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N62Edu_WIhs

Wasn't that awesome? Yes, it was!

"The Other Boys" is available on digital outlets everywhere. Purchase your copy today! It even comes with a remix EP!

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. See Kylie's other singles this year ...

"Right Here, Right Now"
"Absolutely Anything And Anything At All"
"Black And White"

Come by Jenny Berggren

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Jenny Berggren, formerly of Ace Of Base, has some new songs out! Yay! Now you might remember Jenny's last and debut solo album was in 2010. I started my blog in 2011, and I wrote a post in December of 2011 wishing she had released some amazing songs from her debut album.

Jenny Berggren

Jenny is taking part in a Swedish reality TV program called Så mycket bättre (translation: So much better). The show takes seven music artists and has them spend each week covering each other's songs, with each person getting an episode dedicated to them as the other six artist perform a one of their songs in front of them and the other artists.

September also participated in this program back in 2010 giving us the song "Mikrofonkåt" ... later re-recorded in English that turned into "Me And My Microphone."

Back to Jenny, her first week on the show she has covered Niklas Strömstedt's song "Om." However, Jenny chose to sing it in English. Check it out here ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFFWUD3PyL4

Wasn't that nice? I think so. I really like the key change near the end. 

In the second week, Jenny has covered a Swedish song called "Så Skimrande Var Aldrig Havet" sung by Sven-Bertil Taube. Watch the video here.

Both songs are available on CDBaby.com. A new song will come every week. Including a week where the other artists perform Jenny songs. But will they perform Ace Of Base songs? We'll have to wait and see.

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Pressure Off Video by Duran Duran

Dear Poptastic Readers,

In better-late-than-never news, Duran Duran released a new video this week for their single "Pressure Off" that came out in June! 

The timing for the video seems really odd. And it's not like it is a ground-breaking video as it is rather simple. However, simple works and it is a decent video. Have a look ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qFhSWA9Cz4

Wasn't that nice? Nile Rodgers and Janelle Monáe are featured in the song and the video. 

Check out Poptastic Confessions review of Duran Duran's new album Paper Gods here.

"Pressure Off" and Paper Gods are available on digital outlets everywhere. Purchase your copy today!

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Slowdance EP by Shalamar

Dear Poptastic Readers,

We have already had two posts about Shalamar's latest single "Slowdance." So naturally the third time is a charm! First we told you about the song back in July. And then the video dropped earlier this month. Now the single is available as EP with a new cover.

That is the photo of the new cover ... Isn't it fab? This time the song is released on Spectra Music Group. The EP has the extended version (which only clocks in at over 4 minutes) that was released earlier. But now there is a glorious single edit, and instrumental version and a remix available. 

So if you bought the song back in July, why should you buy it again? Here's why: Personally, I love having single edits of songs. Plus, instrumental versions are awesome for you to do your best karaoke. Or if you are really talented, you can try your hand at making a mashup! And who doesn't love a good remix? There is one included here called Ty Macklin Nusoul Mix. And buying the EP won't break the bank!

Let's have another look at the beautiful video ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKbjYNDxCrg

"Slowdance" by Shalamar is available on digital outlets everywhere. Go purchase your copy today! And while you're at it, check out the remixes for Jody Watley's song "Dancer."

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. Remember to "like" Shalamar's Facebook page as well as Jody Watley's Facebook page for all the latest updates!

Sayonara by Rebecca & Fiona

Dear Poptastic Readers,

For the last two years, I have loved Swedish DJ duo Rebecca & Fiona. They are out with a new song called "Sayonara" and I'm having mixed feelings about.

Overall, I think the song is good. I quite like the chorus. Unfortunately, I don't like the "Fuck the world" part of the song. And they say it twice! Ugh!

VIDEO UPDATE: As always, Rebecca & Fiona look FABulous in the video. The video is amazing! Have a look ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igX1zSLih3M

I wish there were a "clean version" option as I really don't like listening to songs with profanity. If you know how to make a clean version and you can send it to me, you might be the Poptastic Reader of the Month! Go for it!

"Sayonara" is available on digital outlets everywhere.

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Endless Vacation EP by Annie

Dear Poptastic Readers,

As you remember, we featured Annie's latest single "Cara Mia" last month. And now it is available for purchase along with her latest EP called Endless Vacation. Once again

Just look at that cover art! Absolutely brilliant! In case you don't get it, it is designed to look like an old cassette tape insert. If you don't know what a cassette tape is ... move on!

The EP starts off with the wonderful "Cara Mia." I can't seem to get enough of this track. It's so dreamy and it just takes me to a tropical setting with not a care in the world. Such a lovely melody, too.

The second track is called "Dadaday." It too has a chill-out vibe. It's a lovely little tune to get lost in and daydream away while singing along.

"Out Of Reach" is the third track and continues the chill-out theme. It has a wonderful chorus. It is just absolutely wonderful.

Before the fourth and final track starts, there is a long silent pause at the end of "Out Of Reach." You might have thought the EP ended, but then after the short pause, track four hits you with an uptempo track called "WorkX2." It's a fun little track that certainly brings the pace up.

All-in-all, it is a great follow-up EP to Annie's A&R EP that was released in 2013. Click on the title to read what Poptastic Confessions had to say about it.

Endless Vacation is on digital outlets everywhere. Don't delay! Buy it today!

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. Annie's song "Back Together" was our #16 song of 2013. Last year, her song "Russian Kiss" was our #39 song of 2014.

Will "Cara Mia" get higher? Stay tuned ... but have a listen here ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ym8is0n1iRs

Get Things Done by Little Boots

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Little Boots is continuing churning out some amazing songs! Her last single from her album Working Girl is called "Get Things Done." It is a brilliant song and you are going to love it!

Who is Little Boots? Her real name is Victoria Hesketh. And she is from England. We loved her song "Headphones" but unfortunately I missed it the year it came out.

Her previous single "Better In The Morning" has been on constant play! And now I'm adding "Get Things Done" to my 2015 playlist. Check out the video ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-jbbXKXxUU

Little Boots music is available on digital outlets everywhere. Support the artist by legally buying the music!

Cheers then,
—Davearama