Hangin' on a String by Glass Slipper

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Everyone's favourite deep-house duo Glass Slipper have released another FREE track! HOORAY! This time the song is called "Hangin' on a String" and it was originally recorded by Loose Ends.

As always, they've done a wonderful job. Have a listen ...





You can also download the track from SoundCloud. Lucky you! Remember to "like" Glass Slipper on Facebook for the latest news.

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. If you like this song, check out their song from earlier this year: "Nite Life"

Black and White by Kylie + Garibay featuring Shaggy

Dear Poptastic Readers,

I'm sorry for the lack of updates this year. There has been a lot going on in my personal life, and I just don't have the time or energy to update this as much as I should. I'm sorry for that. I have some posts coming soon. Stay tuned.

Our last entry was about Kylie Minogue's "Absolutely Anything and Anything At All." Well, she's back with another song called "Black and White" and it is with Garibay featuring Shaggy. Check out the cute video with Kylie strutting around in bikinis.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaUlV2VifT4

I must admit, I like this more than "Absolutely Anything and Anything At All." If you like the song, it is available on digital outlets. As a single, it comes with two other songs. One with Sam Sparro and the other with Giorgio Moroder (not "Right Here, Right Now").

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Absolutely Anything And Anything At All by Kylie Minogue

Dear Poptastic Readers,

I know it has been rather quiet this summer, and for that, I am truly sorry. Life gets busy. And about three weeks ago, Kylie Minogue released the track "Absolutely Anything And Anything At All." 

The song is from the movie "Absolutely Anything." Watch the trailer by clicking on the title of the movie.

While I do love Kylie, I must admit this song isn't doing much for me. Perhaps it will grow on me. The video is cute, and Kylie looks fabulous as always. Have a look ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrSTw4D1348

"Absolutely Anything And Anything At All" is available on digital outlets everywhere. 

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. It does appear that Kylie's sister Dannii will release new music soon. Fingers crossed it is this year!

Better In The Morning by Little Boots

Dear Poptastic Readers,

As you might have guessed, I've been away a lot this summer. Sorry about that. Back in June, Little Boots released a new song called "Better In The Morning" and you're going to love it.

I've always been a bit late to the party when it comes to Little Boots. I found about her debut album the year after it came out. And I absolutely LOVED her song "Headphones." Unfortunately, I found out about it the year after it came out. So at least this time, I'm only a couple of months behind. Better late than never.

"Better In The Morning" is a slice of pure poptastic goodness. It's got a steady beat that isn't too fast, or too slow. And it will have you getting your groove on in no time! The video is supercute, too! Have a look ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ryPPOQHES8

"Better In The Morning" is actually the second single from her latest album Working Girl. The first single was called "Taste It" and it came out at the end of the last year. The song was good, but I thought the video was a bit gross.

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

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Aug Stone Interviewed by AmeriCymru

Dear Poptastic Readers,

This morning I was reading an interview with my friend Aug Stone and imagine my surprise when he mentioned me by name as well as Poptastic Confessions! 

Aug Stone

Aug is the guitarist for the band called The Soft Close-Ups. Check out their song "City Air" here ... It is available to purchase on iTunes and other digital outlets!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li1DrCUN62g#t=22

I became Facebook friends with Aug Stone in July of 2012 and it was through our love of former Pipettes singers Gwenno and Ani. 

The Pipettes in 2010: Ani and Gwenno

Since then, Aug has sent me links to music. One of those was the 2013 dreamy Victoria and Jacob song called "Festival." Aug did a remix for them, and it was fantastic. 

"Festival" by Victoria and Jacob

Most recently, Aug co-produced Ani's latest pop outings "Ffôl" and "Little Things."

Ani Glass

Now, for the big interview, Aug was interviewed by a website called AmeriCymru. In the interview, he talks about how he has a connection with Welsh-language music. And he does it so eloquently! Read it here!

Cheer then,
—Davearama

Drive Me Crazy by Dan Mela & Lady Blacktronica

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Are you in the mood for some deep house grooves? Well then, you'll want to check out the latest release from Dan Mela and Lady Blacktronica! 

The song is called "Drive Me Crazy." Have a listen ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMV_w--evtQ

The press release says ... It comes courtesy of What Ever Not label head Dan Mela and renowned deep house innovator Lady Blacktronika. The pair have teamed up to present 'Drive Me Crazy', a lament to the classic sound of Chicago house. Featured are three takes on the original and one fantastic remix from up and coming Crème Organization producer Alex Israel.

"Drive Me Crazy" is available on iTunes and other digital outlets. 

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Slow Dance by Shalamar

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Jody Watley is back again, but this time with her group Shalamar! They have a new song is called "Slow Dance." And you are going to love it!

Shalamar are Nate, Jody and Rosero

Who is Shalamar? Here is my overview: Shalamar was created in the late 70s by the people behind the TV show Soul Train. Their biggest hits were "Second Time Around" in 1979, "This Is For The Lover In You" in 1981, "A Night To Remember" in 1982 and "Dead Giveaway" in 1983.

Jody's last album with Shalamar in 1983

Jody was in the group until 1983. She left the group because of internal issues. There is a great YouTube series where Jody talks about what really happened in Shalamar. It is very interesting, start watching Part One of Eight here.

After Shalamar, Jody went on to be a solo star. And no doubt, you've read about my love for her as she has been one of my favourite musical artists in my lifetime. Her song "Nightlife" was Poptastic Confessions' #1 song of 2013. And I had the joy of meeting Jody in 2014.

Davearama and Jody Watley

So why is Jody back with Shalamar? Well, after Jody quit the group, they continued making music with another female singer until around 1990. Since then, the band would tour now and then and often times using group photos from when Jody was in the group. And sometimes, they even used her name. Jody's lawyers asked them to stop using Jody's name and photos of her to promote themselves. But it didn't stop. At the same time, it was discovered that the name Shalamar wasn't currently trademarked. So Jody was able to get the ownership of the trademark to the brand name that she helped founded.

Photography: Viktorija Paschua. Styling Jody Watley and Jessie J Collections.
Makeup and Hair: Tres' Major Graphic Design: Ray Easmon

Jody enlisted singers Nate Allen Smith and Rosero McCoy to be a part of the reloaded Shalamar. They've been touring all year, and finally have a record to put out. That brings us to "Slow Dance." Have a listen ...





Wasn't that lovely? I think so! "Slow Dance" is available on iTunes and other digital outlets. Support the artists! Legally buy the track.

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. Get up-to-date information by liking Shalamar's Facebook page. Also like Jody Watley's Facebook page while you're at it!