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This weekend hundreds of electronic enthusiasts will flock to Ithaca, New York in celebration. Among them are world renowned singer Gary Numan and musical experimentalist, Suzanne Ciani. Both musicians were heavily influenced by the innovation of Dr. Robert Moog…

No matter how you slice cover songs, it somehow brings the room closer together. We all know the words, and we all have our own connection to the original recording. They become tweaked to the artist’s interpretation and ability. We sometimes hold cover bands far higher than we hold an unknown original artist. It’s the familiarity, the sense of having a bond with a piece of music, that draws us in. But what is it about them that distinguishes them from originals and what qualities count as good cover songs?

From Trance Around the World; showcasing some of the most refined trance/progressive tunes, to Group Therapy; continuing the theme with musical family awareness. From acoustic sets in hot air balloons to orchestral sets at The Greek, from pop stars to game soundtracks and even NASA; Above & Beyond have lived up their alias since the beginning. As independent artists, and label owners, it truly is living the dream. With the incline in mental health awareness and embracing Anjuafamily members, they are proud to present their latest project: Flow State, an instrumental album free of words, yet, flowing with subtle sounds of classical, new-age europhia.

South Carolina singer-songwriter, Kylie Odetta, debuts her summer anthem in a potpourri of colors, candy, and sunshine. As the video suggests, the stress of mundane must-dos can outweigh the need to relax and take in the moment. Odetta’s soft voice help transport us to the sandy shore, almost feeling the warm sand between your toes as you sink into your favorite beach chair. Her actors represent many of us who are unable to escape or simply aren’t a fan of sandy leftovers. They let the music take over and express their personality through their attire. Also, attitude is everything!

Tony McGuiness, representing a third of Above & Beyond, humbly creates the first ever A&B online newsletter. As a natural master of lyricism, he begins with food for thought from his recent experience at Spotify’s studio…