Olivia Holt Covers Girls Life August/September Issue

The beautiful eighteen year old singer and actress Olivia Holt covers the August/September back to school issue of Girls Life Magazine where she looks fabulous wearing blue jean overalls and black, white top.

Olivia spills on absolutely *everything* you want to know about her new music and more. Make sure to get your copy of Girls Life Magazine when it hits newsstands on July 12th, 2016.

EXCLUSIVE Musician Spotlight: Skylar Stecker

Skylar Stecker from Tampa, Florida is a wonderful 12 year old singer, songwriter and actor who loves music and entertainment. She is currently in California making her dreams come true. She hopes you like her singing and I can't thank you enough for your support.

Skylar will be perform at the Roxy in Los Angeles, California on November 16th, 2014. At the Roxy she will be performing thirteen of her original songs. If you are in the area make sure you check it out which happens to be her first concert.

We recently had the great opportunity to interview this upcoming and coming singer or her singing, is education important to her and if she is passionate about any charities. Here is what Skylar had to say.

When did you start singing?
When I was 9 years old. I signed myself up for a talent show to play the piano and the teacher in charge of auditions asked me to sing instead. I got in surprisingly for singing instead of playing the piano which was shocking because I had no idea I could even sing. Although, once I started, I couldn't stop singing.

Was it your dream to be a singer?

EXCLUSIVE Musician Spotlight: Bryce Hitchcock Interview

From Nashville, Tennessee comes a very talented fifteen year old singer and actress Bryce Hitchcock. Bryce began acting at the age of six, performing in local theater productions in her hometown of Nashville, TN. Since then, she has worked in many other areas of the entertainment industry including film, TV, voice-over, commercials and as a recording artist. She enjoys playing the guitar and is writing her own original music.

We recently had the opportunity to interview Bryce on her music and if she has an other talents. Below is our interview with her.

When did you start singing?
I started singing at around 7. I joined a performance group in Franklin, TN. When I was 8, I was heard by a Sony BMG executive at one of these performances.  He hired me to sing on various projects. After that I sang for many other labels including Warner and Word.

Was it your dream to be a singer?
I actually didn't really know I could sing until I tried it.  I started acting first.

Tell us about your style of singing?

Ellie Goulding: BRIT Awards 2014

London, England - Twenty seven year old Singer Elle Goulding looked princess gorgeous in a long pink/white dress as she walked the red carpet at BRIT Awards 2014 02 Arena on February 19, 2014 in London, England.

Elena Jane "Ellie" Goulding is an English singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actress from Lyonshall, Herefordshire.

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BEST OF 2013: Musician Spotlight: Karlijn Verhagen of Netherlands

Netherlands - In the Country of Netherlands there is a really talented Singer and Songwriter by the name of Karlijn Verhagen whose 15 years old. Karlijn style of singing is Pop and R&B. Here is Karlijn story told by her.

My name is Karlijn (Carline for the English speaking) and I live in the Netherlands. I am 15 years old and my birthday is on the 9th of April. I live with my parents, 3 older brothers and my two dogs not far from Rotterdam. I love singing and I drive my brothers crazy with singing all day haha! When I was 6 years old I found out that I loved to sing and from that moment on I haven't stopped! First I sang Dutch songs from the 'Kinderen voor Kinderen' CD's and I participated in several contests singing songs from these CD's. When I was 8 years old I sang LIVE in the finals of Zuid-Holland with a band for about 700 people. This was my first big performance and I loved it! I loved dancing and singing on such an enormous stage and from that time on I knew I wanted to be famous ;o)) When I was 11 years old I started singing in English and I loved doing this. My first talent contest where I sang English songs was so overwhelming for me. I was only 11 years old and competing with 20-40 years old male and female singers. But I loved it and I came 2nd in my first 'real' talent contest. I have done so many talent contests now. In 2010 I won 'Brielle Got Talent', did a photoshoot , made my first 'real' video and recorded several songs in a studio. 

At the age of 12, I started with singing lessons once a week. I now have singing lessons twice a month with a

EXCLUSIVE Musician Spotlight: Maggie Baugh Interview

Florida - From the state of Florida comes a very talented thirteen year old singer by the name of Maggie
Baugh. Maggie is a wonderful singer that caught our attention as this young lady is really good. She has recently released a music video to her song "Middle School". Listen/watch the video before.

Maggie is a fiddle/guitar/piano player and is a singer/songwriter. She has been playing violin for 7 years and singing/songwriting since she was 11. "I started writing songs on the computer, but when they put a guitar in my hands.......that was a different story." Now Maggie has 20 original songs, and performs all over Florida, and in Nashville.


Maggie Baugh's Debut Album, "Only Good Things" was recorded at Eagle Canyon Music out of Nashville, Tennessee during the summer of 2013. The album was a released in September of 2013!

We recently had a chance to interview this 13 year old up and coming singer. Here is what she had to say about herself and singing.

When did you start singing?  I started singing and playing guitar about 2 years ago.  I have been playing violin (FIDDLE) since I was 7!

Was it your dream to be a singer? Well actually NO.  At first, my dream was to become famous at playing the fiddle. But now my dream is to become a famous country singer

Tell us about your style of singing? My singing style is kinda unique. I play country/ bluegrass with a little yodel in my voice. I play cover songs, but I countryfi them before i preform them!   Basically, I take a song, like "Stand by Me" and put a country twist to it.  It's FUN!

Are there challenges pursuing a singing career? Yes. There are some challenges with people not liking your music. Sometimes people don't like my music when i preform, but i need my haters to keep me going and just do better.

Does your parents and friends support you? My parents are always there for me every step of the way and i hope they will always be! my friends are also supportive. they think its cool to have a famous best friend  (ok, not very famous YET), but they think it is cool when they see me in the newspaper, and in the flyers for festivals.

Do you write your own songs? Yes i write almost all my songs. i have about 22 original songs.   20 of the songs I wrote by myself and two of them are co-written with some very professional writers.  My album also has two songs written by the producer Steve Thomas, who has a hit bluegrass album, and Jody Harris.  They wrote the songs "See Ya" and "Get Love" which are very cool songs.

If so, tell us what goes into writing a great song? Weather it is a good song or a bad song you should always write whats on your mind. Writing a good song takes time dedication and inspiration. i always write about my personal feelings because i know there is another teenager my age going through the same things.   I almost always think the song I am working on, or my last finished song is my best.

Where was your first performance, were you excited? My first solo performance was at the Broward Center of Performing Arts. It was with the Chrystal Hartigan Presents Singer/Songwriter Showcase, which as an open mic for original songs.  At first, i was nervous about people not liking me because i am a newbe.   But everybody loved my song so i decided to give music a chance. It has never failed me.  Several of the people I met at that event asked me to perform at other events. The next year, Chrystal invited me back as a Featured Performer.   To me, music is a lot of small steps, and it is VERY exciting.

Where have you been able to perform? I have been able to perform at a lot of amazing locations!  Last school year, I played 40 different venues.   I opened the main stage at the Deerfield Beach Country Music Festival this summer, and I have opened for some famous artists like Cowboy Troy and Brent Cobb!  I try to stay away from the bars because i'm 13, but i preform at showcases, fairs, private events, and even birthday parties.

Who inspires you with your singing and songwriting? About two years ago a girl named Caroline Kole inspired me to write.  She was signed with Sony at 14 and i decided i could do that too.  She is now touring with REBA, and has opened for Kenny Rogers.   I have been writing ever since.

If you could perform anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? If i could preform anywhere,  I would preform at the Grand Ole Opry. Preforming at the Grand Ole Opry would make my dreams come true.  The Opry has a circle cut out from the old Ryman auditorium. When i took a tour of it i was able to stand on the circle and see the stage. I felt like I was at home. This would mean the world to me to be able to become one of the stars and to stand where the greatest country stars have played would be a breath taking experience.

Along the same line, who would you love to perform with? I would love to preform with three people. 1. Sara Evans. She brought me into the country world with her song Suds in the Bucket, so singing with her would be the best. 2. Caroline Kole because she got me where i am today and i would love to thank her and let he know she helped me so much. 3. Charlie Daniels I want to play dueling Fiddles with him and see if i can beat him ;-)

What are some of your goals for your Music?  My first goal is for people to listen, and to like my music!   When people like my music, they remember me.  My goal is to be a world wide country star.  To be known some where and have someone be like... do you know who Maggie Baugh is? and they say "yea, i love her".  I cannot tell you how cool it is when someone comes up to me before a show, and tells me they saw me perform before, and that they came out again just to hear me sing!

What do you hope to accomplish with your singing/songwriting?  I like to write about emotions and feelings, so I hope people understand.  Some songs really have a bigger purpose.  I wrote Run by the Clock to bring awareness to the genetic disease GSD.   My brothers have this disease and it virtually unknown by people.  I donate all of the revenue I receive from that song to GSD research at the University of Florida, where my brothers doctor, Dr. David Weinstein, does his research.   You can find out more at www.glycogenstoragedisease.com or you can watch my video on youtube.   (search "run by the clock" in youtube).    My song about Middle School, deals with bullies, and mean girls, and boys, and basically, all the crazy, scary feelings that kids have in middle school.  If you have a kid in middle school, you should have them watch.    Www.MiddleSchoolVideo.com

What three words best describe you and your music? ME: Crazy funny talented MUSIC: unique, special, country

Do you have any advice for those wanting to start a career in singing and songwriting? Yes i'll say the same thing Caroline Kole said to me.  Play Everywhere.  Play where ever you can. You don't know who is listening

Is there anything else you want our readers to know about you, your singing/songwriting? That talent isn't all that comes in a package. Talent will only get you so far, but hard work and dedication can get you to become Reba

Do you have any other talents? My Dad says I have a talent for getting out of doing my chores….. but besides playing music, I do not have any other talents that I know about.    I can also play piano and mandolin.

Tell us what it was like filming your first music video?  To be honest all i can say is:  ....... so much fun!! the kids were great. The videographer was amazing to work with and if i could do it again i would!  It really is a fun process.

Working on any new songs?   Yes i am!  I always am writing, but i just finished a new song called "Over You"

What do you hope people get out of your singing?  That music isn't on your outside   Music is inside of you and  every one is born with music, it just depends on how you use it.  What I would like people to get out of my singing is that there is Music for every feeling.  I hope people see my music as positive, and emotional, and I hope people forget their problems, for at least 3:38.  lol – that is the time of my song, Only Good Things.  The title song of my album that just released.   You can listen to it on my Facebook page: Facebook.Com/LikeMaggie and click on the video section!   You can watch my videos, and stream my music for FREE!   If you like it, please click "LIKE" on the page!   And the Album is available on my web site:  www.MaggieBaugh.com   It will be on iTunes soon!

It will be great to see where Maggie's singing takes her as she has a bright future ahead. We wish her all the success

Madison Beer Releases "Melodies" Music Video

An up and coming teen singer Madison Beer has released her music video to "Melodies". If you haven't heard of Madison Beer yet, prepare yourself now -- because we have a very good feeling that we're going to be seeing a lot of her soon.

The singer, who was discovered by Justin Bieber, dropped the music video for her ridiculously catchy new single, "Melodies." Wearing bright purple headphones (we wonder if the Biebs helped choose the color) and red high-top Converses, Madison dances through the neighborhood streets with friends, ending with an explosion of confetti -- and a potential love interest. Watch below.

Oh, and keep your eyes peeled for a very familiar face in the beginning of the video. Trust us, you don't want to miss it.

Take a listen to Madison Beer song "Melodies" music video below.


Congratulations to Madison Beer's music video for "Melodies".  All we have to say is, Madison is a rising singing star. Her new song is one we could listen to over and over again as not only is Madison beautiful, her song "Melodies" is so catchy.

You can follow Madison on Twitter by clicking here.

Keke Palmer: HBO "Boardwalk Empire" Season Premiere

Los Angeles, California - Twenty year old Keke Palmer looked beautiful wearing a black top and pants
with silver shoes to the HBO "Boardwalk Empire" season premiere hosted by Sean "Diddy" Combs at the Carondelet House on September 6, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

Lauren Keyana "Keke" Palmer born on August 26, 1993 is an American actress, singer-songwriter, dancer, fashion designer, and voice actress. Palmer was born in Harvey, Illinois and raised in Robbins, Illinois. After Palmer's film debut, Palmer and her family moved to California to help her pursue a career in television.

Bella Thorne (Disney's Shake It Up!) Announced as the New Celebrity Spokesperson for WallFlower Jeans

New York -  WallFlower Jeans, an All-American Juniors denim brand has announced Bella Thorne of Disney's Shake It Up! as its celebrity spokesperson through 2014. Bella is the perfect choice as she reflects the brand's core attitude—young, fashion forward, independent and confident. From the street to the red carpet, Bella is the epitome of a fashion risk taker, always experimenting with new looks, making her the perfect choice for WallFlower Jeans. Fans will be excited to know that Bella will be making an in store appearance this fall (national contest will be launching soon).

"Bella personifies the All-American WallFlower lifestyle and we are thrilled to be partnering up with her. Her hard work and dedication have made her a role model that we are proud to have as a part of our WallFlower family." –Nathan Mamiye

Bella's notable fashion red carpet moments have been featured in InStyle Magazine, People Style Watch, US Weekly and UK's Daily Mail online to name a few. She has won best dressed in today's biggest magazines including People, US Weekly, Life & Style, Star and OK!

"I love WallFlower jeans for back to school because no matter what wash, what style, what fit you're looking for, you'll find a pair of jeans that will go with your outfit of the day. I really like working with WallFlower because they make key pieces for the everyday girl. "–Bella Thorne

Key back to school/fall pieces/trends for WallFlower include: Legendary Bootcut, Luscious Curvy Bootcut, Sassy Skinny, Essential Tees, Enzyme Washed Shirting and Chambray Tops.
Price Point: $10–54

For more information visit www.wallflowerjeans.com.

About WallFlower Jeans
WallFlower Jeans, a division of Mamiye Brothers, is a lifestyle brand that provides stylish looks from head-to-toe at an exceptional value, complete with jeans, tops, dresses, outerwear, handbags and intimate apparel. The line offers Classic, Curvy and Plus-Size options in the latest washes and styles. WallFlower Jeans is available at most major department and specialty stores as well as online at www.wallflowerjeans.com. Previous WallFlower girls include: Sarah Hyland (ABC's Modern Family), Jenna Ushkowitz (FOX's Glee), and Savannah Outen (musical artist).

About Mamiye Brothers
Mamiye Brothers is America's premier designer, manufacturer and marketer of Children's, Junior, and Missy fashion apparel brands.  Established in 1947, Mamiye is known for its outstanding reputation for product quality and consistency, corporate integrity, fashion sense and keen management.  Mamiye Brothers manages a comprehensive portfolio of the most renowned and sought after evergreen global brands.  A complete list of brands and company overview can be found at www.mamiye.com.

About Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne, star of the hit Disney Channel original series Shake It Up!, has skyrocketed to fame with her tween/teen fans playing aspiring dancer Cece Jones. Shake It Up! originally premiered with 6.2 million viewers. Bella recently returned from South Africa where she was filming the Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore comedy The Familymoon in which Bella stars as Sandler's daughter. In addition she is set to go into production for Silver Pictures' Home Invasion and Disney's Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Bella has signed a deal with Hollywood Records and has a three-book deal with Random House titled Autumn Falls. The first book is scheduled to be released in summer 2014.

RCN America Network wishes to congratulate Bella Thorne on this latest achievement.

Ariana Grande: MTV Video Music Awards 2013 & Preshow Performer

Brooklyn, New York - Twenty year old "Sam & Cat" star Ariana Grande looked gorgeous wearing a blue Kenley Collins minidress paired with white high heels to the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards held at Barclays Center on August 25, 2013 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

Also, Ariana looked gorgeous wearing a purplish dress as she preformed during the preshow for MTV Video Music Awards.

On August 24th attended the 2013 Arthur Ashe Kids Day where she also performed at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 24, 2013 in the Queens borough of New York City.

Ariana Grande-Butera born on June 26, 1993, known professionally as Ariana Grande, is an American actress, singer, and songwriter. Ariana grew up in Boca Raton, Florida where she attended North Broward Preparatory School. Grande made her acting debut in 2008 in the role of Charlotte in 13 on Broadway. From 2010 until 2013,

Coco Jones: MTV Video Music Awards 2013

Brooklyn, New York - Fifteen year old Singer Coco Jones looked glamorous in a colorful top and skirt with a silver jacket and black high heels to the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards held at Barclays Center on August 25, 2013 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

Courtney "Coco" Jones born on January 4, 1998 is an American teen actress, teen pop singer, rapper, and dancer. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina, but raised in Lebanon, Tennessee. She was featured on Radio Disney's Next Big Thing, or N.B.T., and is best known for starring in the Disney Channel movie Let It Shine. Signed to Hollywood Records, Jones released her debut single "Holla at the DJ," followed by her EP, "Made Of"

Carly Rose Sonenclar: MTV Video Music Awards 2013

Brooklyn, New York - Fourteen year old up and coming singer Carly Rose Sonenclar looked beautiful wearing a colorful strapless dress to the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards held at Barclays Center on August 25, 2013 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. This marks the first year having MTV Video Music Awards in Brooklyn.

Carly Rose Sonenclar born on April 20, 1999 is an American singer, songwriter, and teen actress. In December 2012, she became the runner-up on the second season of the American version of the The X Factor.

She began her acting career in 2006, soon making her Broadway debut in Les Miserables as Young Cosette. Among other stage roles, she originated the role of Chloe (Alice's daughter) in the 2011 musical Wonderland on Broadway. She played a regular character in season 3 of the The Electric Company television series and has sung the U.S. National Anthem for major sporting events. On August 10, 2013, she performed in New York City at the Best Buy Theater in Times Square as part of the Stand Up for a Cure 2013 Concert Series.

Zendaya Releases "Replay" Official Music Video

Sixteen year old Zendaya today released her official music video for "Replay". Zendaya is a really busy young Lady as she's not just a Singer and Dancer, but a Actress as well. Take a few minutes to watch her music video for "Replay" below.
Zendaya Coleman, known mononymously as Zendaya, is an American actress, singer and dancer. As of 2013 she stars on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up as Rocky Blue.

Download “Replay” – the new single from Zendaya is available now at http://smarturl.it/ziTuness3
Debut album coming Fall 2013

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Zendaya
Twitter – https://twitter.com/Zendaya
Official Site – http://zendaya.com/

Congratulations to Zendaya for an awesome music video.

Olivia Holt: Variety's Power of Youth

Universal City, California - Fifteen year old Olivia Holt looked adorable in a white top and blue shorts with blue high heels to Variety's Power of Youth presented by Hasbro and GenerationOn at Universal Studios Backlot on July 27, 2013 in Universal City, California.

Olivia Hastings Holt born August 5, 1997 is an American teen actress and singer, best known for playing the role of Kim on the Disney XD series Kickin' It, and starring in the Disney original movie Girl vs. Monster. In 2014, she will star in the Disney Channel Original Series, I Didn't Do It.

Photos Credit: Getty Images

Jennette McCurdy: Variety's Power of Youth

Universal City, California - Twenty one year old Actress Jennette McCurdy looked gorgeous in a silver
dress with pink high heels to Variety's Power of Youth presented by Hasbro and GenerationOn at Universal Studios Backlot on July 27, 2013 in Universal City, California.

Jennette Michelle Faye McCurdy born June 26, 1992 is an American film and television actress and country pop singer-songwriter. She is best known for her role as Sam Puckett on the Nickelodeon sitcom iCarly and is currently reprising her role in the spin-off series Sam & Cat. She has also appeared in a number of notable television series, including Victorious, Zoey 101, True Jackson, VP, Malcolm in the Middle, and Lincoln Heights.

 Photos Credit: Getty Images

JAZZ, BLUES & GOSPEL SINGER FRANCINE REED @ THE DANCE HALL

Singer adds Kittery venue to her Northeast tour
Kittery, Maine - On Friday, August 9, 2013,  Jazz, Blues, Gospel and R&B singer Francine Reed will be performing with her band at The Dance Hall in Kittery, Maine. The evening kicks off at 8pm and will feature Reed's earthy vocals most familiar to fans from her many years touring with the Lyle Lovett Band.

Born into a poor but musical family, Reed emulated her gospel-singing father by first singing in church at the age of three. In the following years she continued to sing in church and also at charity events before moving on to club work. Her early listening was to R&B and soul, but her brother introduced her to jazz. As an adult, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where she sang in clubs at night but, following the breakdown of her marriage, she needed the security of a day job in order to raise her family. Nevertheless, during this period, she often appeared as a supporting act to visiting artists of the calibre and variety of Miles Davis, Smokey Robinson, Etta James and the Crusaders. In 1985, she teamed up with, the then unknown, Lyle Lovett with whom she later toured for 13 years as backing singer and occasional duettist, appearing on some of his platinum records. She has also appeared as backing singer on records by Delbert McClinton and Roy Orbison. In 1995, Reed moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she made an immediate impact in local blues clubs and came to the attention of record producers, which resulted in her first solo recordings. Some of her former leaders repaid her efforts on their behalves with Lovett singing on I Want You To Love Me and McClinton on Can’t Make It On My Own. The first of these albums reached number 7 on the Billboard blues chart.

Although Reed’s style is enjoyably eclectic, her averred profound feeling for the blues makes her work in this and related fields especially attractive. Owing in part to the international exposure brought about through her tours with Lovett, as the 90s ended Reed was beginning to attract wide attention on her own a powerful performer. The quality of her rich vocal sound and the intensity of her interpretation is such that, had she not been obliged to spend decades in relative obscurity, she might well have long ago become a major figure on the world stage.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of at the door. Tickets cans be purchased at http://francinereed.brownpapertickets.com

For more information contact thedancehallkittery@gmail.com or 207.703.2083.