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Discover The Soulful Sounds Of Nik Rael On “Medicine Man”
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Discover The Soulful Sounds Of Nik Rael On “Medicine Man”

Get ready to be captivated by the soulful melodies of singer/songwriter Nik Rael on his new single. Rael is a talented musician hailing from Los Angeles, now residing in New Jersey. With "Medicine Man" he conjures music straight from his soul while delivering heartfelt lyrics that leave a lasting impression. Nik's musical journey has been influenced by legendary artists such as The Beatles, but his true inspiration lies in soul singers like Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Sam Cooke. These soulful influences shape his unique style and contribute to the depth of emotion in his music. Story Behind The Song The concept for "Medicine Man" stemmed from Nik's personal history and heritage. Being named after his Cherokee Indian medicine man great-grandfather, he drew inspiration fr...
NY Guitar Virtuoso Celebrates Six Years Of ‘Morning Jam’ Sessions With Heavy Metal Guest
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NY Guitar Virtuoso Celebrates Six Years Of ‘Morning Jam’ Sessions With Heavy Metal Guest

Accomplished New York-based guitarist Todd Mihan has been releasing weekly 'Morning Jam' videos on his YouTube and social media pages for a remarkable six years straight. To celebrate the longevity he recently welcomed a very special guest, drummer Matt Byrne of Hatebreed, on a rocking cover of Stevie Ray Vaughn's 'Tightrope'. In March of 2015, the series came to life and has featured everything from instrumental blues and groove rock to country. Most weeks Mihan is a one-man show, playing guitar, bass, and drums all on his own. To mix things up he occasionally brings on collaborators but it's clear there's a special chemistry between him and Byrne. We had a chance to catch up with Todd to get an idea of what instruments and gear he likes to use, how he connected with Byrne, and ...