Josephine Alexandra

A MODERN DAY HERMIONE… ON GUITAR INDONESIA| INSTRUMENTAL/CLASSICAL/POP Indonesia is the 4th most populated country in the world, and the 14th largest in regards to land size [1] and just like every other country in the world, they have some amazing musicians and artists, whether you’ve heard of them or not. Chances are, if you’re not one of her 137,000+ followers on YouTube, you may have never heard of this insanely talented guitar player before. Josephine Alexandra (also known as JP Alexandra) is the youngest artist we have featured on Sferikul thus far, being only 16 years old. She hails … Continue reading Josephine Alexandra

THIS JUST IN: Music News ft. Lena Katina & Serj Tankian!

Some global music news from around the globe for the week of December 3rd… Enjoy!   Former t.A.T.u. Member  Releases New Single Russia | Pop Lena Katina, one half of the famous Russian electro-pop group t.A.T.u., dropped a new single titled Silent Hills on November 22nd that almost blew past our radar. But have no fear – we gave it a listen for you and well, WE REALLY DIG IT. The past material released by Lena was decent, but this latest effort of her’s is pretty spectacular. Subtle at first, the instrumental-driven chorus  of Silent Hills drives the song and … Continue reading THIS JUST IN: Music News ft. Lena Katina & Serj Tankian!

New Music Videos – 10.22.17

October has been chock-full of new music vids from artists around the globe, so I picked a few of my favorites to share with you. And best of all? All continents are represented!   Pop from Saudi Arabia Rotana – Over You Pop from Lithuania GJan – Together Rock from Germany Tokio Hotel – Boy Don’t Cry Indie from Canada Emily Haines and the Soft Skeleton – Electronic from Australia What So Not ft. LPX – Better Indie from France Pi Ja Ma – By The River Pop from France HollySiz – Fox Experimental from Norway MaVe – Bombs Pop … Continue reading New Music Videos – 10.22.17

THIS JUST IN: Music News on Benny Andersson, Wolf Alice,

The latest music news from around the globe is here again!   Benny Andersson Releases New Album After 10 Years SWEDEN | CLASSICAL In my humble opinion, it does not get any better, any classier and any more skillful than the masterful pianist Benny Andersson. One quarter of the supergroup ABBA, Benny Andersson is continuing to make amazing music at the age of 70, not lacking one bit in regards to his talent. Even more incredible than the his longevity in music is his recent entrance into the U.K. Top 20, with this album sitting at the 12th spot just … Continue reading THIS JUST IN: Music News on Benny Andersson, Wolf Alice,

SPOTLIGHT: ICELAND

BJÖRK Probably the most famous Icelander on this list, the 51 year old Björk makes music beyond any sort of definition, with otherworldly instrumentation and rhythym, a scattered soprano voice, and just straight-up weird arrangements. Love her or hate her, one must admit that what she does – the music she creates and the way she performs – is unlike anyone else out there. She has since paved a way for Icelandic musicians of all sorts, throughout a career spanning just over 40 years. She continues to make music frequently and just announced a new album coming out soon, though … Continue reading SPOTLIGHT: ICELAND

Best TV Show Theme Songs

Little do you know, many of today’s and yesterday’s hit shows have theme songs sung and produced by foreign artists from around the world. Below are several well-known ones and their authors. Wentworth Theme – by Pleasantville/Richard Pleasance (AUSTRALIA) Game of Thrones – Ramin Djawadi (GERMANY/IRAN) Orange Is The New Black Theme – Regina Spektor (RUSSIA/AMERICA) The Sopranos – Alabama 3 (UK) Doctor Who (1963)- Composed by Ron Grainor (AUSTRALIA) 2 Broke Girls Theme – Peter, Bjorn & John (SWEDEN) Big Bang Theory Theme – Barenaked Ladies (CANADA)     Continue reading Best TV Show Theme Songs