Sarah Melody releases "Stand Back" (rock mix) featuring Snow

Oct. 23, 2012 - PRLog -- Sarah Melody is an emerging Pop/Urban-Rock artist and songwriter on the Canadian music scene.  She has been focused on studio recording and live performance for the past several years, sharpening her skill.   With support from her 4-piece band, she launched her full length CD, “Side Two”, in the fall of 2007.

Sarah’s style of music is a form of smooth R & B, pop, and rock with an eclectic diverse creative edge to it.  The creative side allows her to embellish and create music that has meaning and has impact on the world around her.  “I’ve been writing a lot of different style of music these days. As a songwriter, I write for my audience and want my music to be relatable”, states Sarah.    Sarah uses her music as a tool to speak out on human rights issues.  Her storylines influence listeners through her musical arrangements and content leaving a lasting impression.

Sarah is happy to announce the release of “Stand Back” (rock mix) featuring Snow. The original was more of an R & B song from her debut CD “Side Two”.  This version has more of a pop/rock style to it.  Her interest in re-mixing the song was primarily due to her working with a live band.  “Stand Back” is a story about a woman’s intolerance to her boyfriend cheating on her.  She follows him without him knowing.  This song carries a serious message all set to a hot hip-hop beat.  It has a smooth rhythm, great lyrics, and has a great catchy verse.  

Sarah is currently writing new material for her second project (release date of 2013) with co-writers including Brian Allen (Toronto, HEART, Lee Aaron), Chris Perry (Keshia Chanté, Shawn Desman, George, Kalan Porter, AlliSims), Rob James (McMaster and James), and Angie Ricci (Sarah Melody’s mom).  “Whatever comes out of the pen and on to the paper will be the new sound for the album. I don’t want to be an artist that sits down and just writes songs for radio, I want to write music for all audiences.”

Sara Melody has worked with award-winning producers Luke McMaster (Canadian Idol winners Ryan Malcolm & Kalan Porter), Boomtang (dance remixes for The Philosopher Kings, Bif Naked, Corey Hart, and Ashley MacIsaac), Perry Alexander (Keshia Chanté, Shawn Desman, George) and Marcus Kane (Snow, Gary Beals, X-Quisite).

Prior releases include:

“Side Two” (full-length CD)  2007

Singles:

"Easy Come, Easy Go" 2004

"Song of Peace" 2004

"Love Is" 2005

"Letter of Hope" 2005

"I Wanna Uh Uh" 2006

"Hooked" 2006

"Real Love" 2007

“Stand Back” feat Snow (pop/urban-rock) 2008

“Yearbook” 2009

“Sparks Fly” 2011

Some of Sarah’s accolades and accomplishments include but are not limited to:

·        Showcase at Canadian Music Week at age 15 (2005)

·        ● Winner of 915 The BEAT’s Rhythm of the Future talent search (2006)

·        ● Keynote Speaker at The Millenials Reality Check Panel Canadian Music Week (2008)

·        ● Recognized by former Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin for Tsunami Relief song “Letter of Hope” and Anti-bullying song “Song of Peace” (2005)

·        ● Discoveries showcase at famous Hughs Room in Toronto (October 2009)

·        ● Headliner act Toronto Youth Day – Nathan Philips Square (July 2008)

·        ● “Stand Back” VIDEO in rotation on Much Music added APRIL 2008

·        ● “Stand Back” single added to Toronto District School Board teen documentary

·        ● Her single “Hooked” has been placed on EMPlayers in Le Chateau stores across Canada

·        ● Her singles “Real Love” and “Love Is” were placed in episodes of Global TV’s Da Kink in My Hair

·        ● Sarah Represented Canada at the United Nation Headquarters in NYC and Geneva Switzerland

·        ● “Yearbook” video premier on Sarah Melody’s You Tube Channel (November 2009)

·        ● Tap This iPhone Application available for FREE on iTunes World Wide (December 2009)

●  BA Commercial Music Sarah received her bachelor of arts from the University of the West ofScotland in the UK being awarded with a scholarship to study abroad

·        Winner of the 2011 Barrie Arts Award for Emerging Artist

·        ● Opening act for The Arkells at the Barrie New Years Countdown (2011)

Sarah Melody is currently working on local performances in Barrie Ontario.  She is focused on completing her second CD then continues on to her Canadian tour.

You can listen to Sarah’s music online and purchase her music digitally worldwide.
www.sarahmelody.com

Sarah Melody’s music video “Stand Back” featuring Snow and her latest video “Yearbook” is on her YouTube Channel


Download Sarah’s Free iPhone Application “Tap This By Sarah Melody” available on iTunes, its sure to break hearts.

Sarah Melody is currently working with A & R Select in Sherman Oaks, Ca. for licensing, publishing, placement and/or record deal opportunities.  A & R Select can be reached at:

323-924-5897

www.arselect.com