From Brooklyn Streets to Rising Star: The Multifaceted Artistry of Lotus Bomb

Shannel Elgin, known by her stage name Lotus Bomb, is a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, this multi talented artist wears many hats – musician, poet, painter, and entrepreneur. Her journey began with a love for poetry, winning contests and scholarships throughout her youth. This passion for language eventually blossomed into music, a raw and unique sound that sets her apart from the crowd.

Lotus Bomb's music is a reflection of her multifaceted personality. It's a culmination of her experiences, struggles, and triumphs, all delivered with an undeniable authenticity. She seeks genuine collaboration with artists who share her values and drive, fostering a sense of community within the industry.

Beyond music, Lotus Bomb is a true hustler. When she's not creating, she's running her own ventures, demonstrating an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Yet, her dedication extends beyond personal success. She actively participates in charity work, giving back to the community and nurturing the future generation, whom she believes holds the power to change the world.

Inspired by the legendary Tupac Shakur, Lotus Bomb infuses her work with a sense of spirituality, aiming to spread positivity and light. Her unwavering determination is fueled by a simple yet powerful mantra: "You only fail when you give up." This perseverance has propelled her forward, and she continues to shine ever brighter.

For those eager to experience Lotus Bomb's artistry, you can find her on various platforms:

Instagram: @chocolatewhipcream or @lotusbombofficial

YouTube: @lotusbombofficial

Lotus Bomb's story is an ode to resilience, independence, and the power of pursuing one's passions. She is a testament to the fact that even the most challenging environments can bloom into something beautiful, a true lotus flower rising above the concrete.

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I Am Chris Ruggiero

New York-based pop singer Chris Ruggiero has just released his appropriately entitled album, “I Am Chris Ruggiero” and we are in love with the sounds on this disc. The singer has taken 13 classic songs and completely re-imagined them with the help of legendary arranger Charlie Calello. Ruggiero says he long-admired Calello, who has worked with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Frankie Valli, Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamon, Juice Newton, Barry Manilow and Paul Anka, to name a few. Calello indicates the admiration is now mutual. “It’s been a long time since I’ve heard a voice like this,” says Calello. Together, they created an album of which Calello says he is immensely proud.

The album contains songs that were originally released in the 50s, 60s and 70s but Ruggiero deems to be “timeless.” Among our favorites are “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” which Ruggiero gave a smoother, jazzier treatment including a 21-piece orchestra. “We moved away from the 50s doo wopp feel of the original but the strings, the clarinets, the flutes and the brass still gave it the gravity that it deserved,” explains the singer. “These songs have a lot of meaning to people, so there was no way we weren’t going to go big when it came to the orchestrations.” The Philly soul classic “Betcha By Golly Wow” got a silky smooth make-over that could easily underscore the love affair in a major motion picture. Chris’s vocal on “My Cherie Amour” makes it sound like the song had been written just for him and the masterful instrumental jam featuring an exhilarating sax solo takes it to another level. The disc closes with “This Magic Moment” featuring only a guitar, violins, a viola, a cello and Chris Ruggiero’s tenor voice slipping in and out of falsetto in way that one might associate more with Bruno Mars or Shawn Mendes than with the artists who previously charted this song.

Chris’s CDs are available on his website and on most platforms where digital downloads are available for purchase (including iTunes and Amazon Music.)

www.ChrisRuggieroSings.com

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/chris-ruggiero/956271838

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“The One Who Didn’t” – Inspired By Beethoven’s 5th Symphony

In this song, Alex Genadinik combined elements of classical and contemporary music by using Beethoven's widely recognized 4-note motif from his 5th symphony. The metaphor of Beethoven's 5th symphony is that the famous DA-DA-DA-DA sound is your life knocking on your door and asking what you are doing with your life.

With that in mind, the protagonist of the song hears Beethoven's famous melody and begins to wonder about what would happen if he doesn't accomplish anything with his life that he set out to do. As the song progresses, the listener gets to follow the protagonist's story about how Beethoven affected him.

This song has interesting lyrics. It touches on issues everyone deals with - what to do with one's life. If you like this song, take a look at Alex's other songs with metaphors. Metaphors really get the imagination going and when they are combined to music, they help the listener drift away into a different world, which makes music so special. Take a listen to this song and other songs on Alex's website.

About Alex Genadinik

Alex is a singer-songwriter based in New York. He focuses on writing interesting lyrics in his songs that are unique and memorable. Alex is an up and coming artist. His main work is in Elearning where he sells online courses and also licenses them to businesses through his company. 

For more of Alex's music, check out his music website www.touchedbyasong.com

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