Stephen Winston – ‘Maybe It’s For James’

Most musicians seem to to all in, chasing their dreams, from a young age, before having to give up when real life gets in the way. Stephen Winston however put his musical pursuits to one side, choosing instead to focus on working in the corporate and communcations world, and is now able to spend all of his time making music. He taught himself to play piano and guitar while at college, and after his retirement he built a state-of-the-art studio at his longtime home, in Littleton Colorado, and another at his new home, in Rancho Santa Fe, California.

Isaac Castor – ‘Da Bounce’

Isaac Castor is a talented rapper whose candour is both refreshing and unexpected. His latest single, ‘Da Bounce’ sees the artist concede that he’s tried to sell out, but he didn’t end up selling anything. He’s open about his limited finances, and about his distaste for emcees who push drugs in their songs. Still only 22 years old, he’s got a signature sound and style, and an excellent approach to his lyrics.

Fort Worth Rocker Matt Massey Goes It Alone On Single, ‘Built’

Matt Massey, based in Fort Worth, Texas, has been playing in bands since his mid teens. Now the hard rocking indie powerhouse has gone it alone, this year releasing his debut album, ‘Dear Today’. His latest track, ‘Built’ shines as an example to all musicians that it’s possible to do it all yourself – Massey performs vocals, guitars, bass, and drums, and the entire track, just like the rest of the album, was recorded and produced by Massey, using a Pro Tools rig at home.