Sneak peek into Winter Blast’s musical performances
For this weeks “Music Monday” on “Live in the D” we’re getting you ready for a popular winter event happening in Downtown Royal Oak. The Winter Blast presented by Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort kicks off this weekend, and in edition to ice skating, food trucks and more, the event will feature 40 local musical acts.
Hazel Park native writes music from the heart
Tyler Common of Hazel Park has been performing around Metro Detroit for years. On Monday he and his guitarist paid a visit to “Live in the D,” where they spoke with host Tati Amare. Common describes his sound as pop-rock, and says there are many artists who influence him, including John Mayer. Common’s current project is titled “Never Ending Blues,” which he says has 10 original tracks, and took over 2 1/2 years to complete. “I put everything I had into it...it’s 10 songs I wrote from the heart,” Common said.
Get into a groove with this local band
They started off playing in church together for over a decade, now the group “Groove Fellowship.” performs all around metro Detroit. The group’s music is described as a fusion of Jazz, Funk, Rock, Gospel and R & B. Lead band member Dan Gamlin spoke with “Live in the D’s,” Tati Amare about the groups upcoming new album. The name of the album which comes out early 2023 is titled “Street Corner Musician”. Gamiln said, there will be 10-12 tracks, including “Paradise,” which the group performed on “Live In The D.”
Meet the local singer-songwriter whose talent has put her in the national spotlight
On Music Monday, we had a special guest on the show. She is a singer-songwriter from Dearborn Heights who goes to Wayne State University. She has even performed her music on a national stage. Isrra Darwich appeared on “Live In The D” to talk about her musical journey.
Catch up with this TIDAL Unplugged artist from Michigan
We are starting the week off with some music from an artist who is about to release her debut studio album. She is no stranger to the show, having previously spoken on “Live In The D” about her experiences as a TIDAL Unplugged artist from Michigan.
Some of Detroit’s top gospel stars will perform in this virtual concert
Today we have someone who is making waves in the gospel world and who pays homage to the Detroit gospel greats. His debut album, “Church’n With Friends,” features local gospel legends like Karen Clark Sheard, Kierra Sheard, Marvin Sapp, and many more.
Detroit Music Award Nominee has his own unique sound
On Live In The D, we love to start our week off with some great music from our talented friends. Today, R&B singer Keith Patterson, who has been nominated for a Detroit Music Award and winner of an episode of Showtime at the Apollo, chatted with Tati Amare to talk about his music.