By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a privilege to welcome singer-songwriter Breanna Lynn to Jake’s Take. Originally from Chicago, Breanna Lynn has evolved as a performer and has written over 200 songs and even a full-length Broadway musical. Her work has been featured on multiple media platforms including Artists on Demand, LA Talk Radio, New […]
The Five Question Challenge with American Authors
February 13, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a great privilege to welcome American Authors to Jake’s Take. The Brooklyn, New York quartet of Zac Barnett, James Adam Shelley, Matt Sanchez and Dave Rublin have had an explosive 2013. Their debut single, “Believer,” caught the attention of Alternative radio stations across the country. Plus, their second single, […]
New Music Releases: Week of February 10, 2014
February 11, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It’s time for another edition of New Music Releases! This week, I check on several rising artists including Elise Testone and Matt Goss. In addition, I unpack the latest singles from Miranda Lambert, Hot Chelle Rae and the combinations of Josh Groban and Judith Hill plus David Guetta and Skylar Grey! […]
The 20 Best Beatles Covers
February 9, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com 50 years ago, the music industry changed forever when the late Ed Sullivan introduced America to four lads from Liverpool, England. Together, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr changed the course of musical history with their impeccable arrangements and strong songwriting skills. In honor of this special occasion, […]
New Music Releases: Week of February 3, 2014
February 4, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Tired of all the heavy winter storms? Hopefully, this edition of New Music Releases will warm you up! Salute by Little Mix The British girl band is back with their sophomore album. I am really impressed with the ladies because all four members of the X Factor UK winning group wrote […]
The Five Question Challenge with Kat Robichaud
February 3, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is an honor to welcome rocker Kat Robichaud to Jake’s Take! Viewers fell in love with her when she first appeared on The Voice: Season Five as a member of Team CeeLo. Her powerful raw vocal performances such as “I’ve Got the Music in Me,” “You Oughta Know” and “She […]
The “Jake’s Take” Workout Playlist: Volume One
January 31, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Tired of listening to the boring music that your gym plays over the intercom? Listen to the official Jake’s Take workout playlist…when you workout! Here are some of my favorite workout tunes: “Do What U Want“ by Lady Gaga & Christina Aguilera Two of my favorite pop powerhouses first […]
Daft Punk, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis shine at the 2014 Grammy Awards
January 26, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It’s the biggest night in music! For the past 55 years, the greats have gathered together to celebrate the brightest and talented artists in the recording industry. Multiple artists including Carlos Santana, Beyoncé, Adele, Barbra Streisand, Stevie Wonder and the late Michael Jackson joined the music pantheon after receiving the organization’s […]
The Most Memorable Grammy Performances of the 2000s…So Far!
January 25, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com I love the Grammys! I have been watching music’s biggest night for the past 13 years. Tomorrow evening, several of the biggest names in music ranging from Top 40 sweethearts Beyoncé, Katy Perry and Lorde to music legends Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Carole King will take the Staples Center […]
The Five Question Challenge with Carly Jamison
January 19, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter Carly Jamison to Jake’s Take. This Do-It-Yourself New Yorker dominated the Internet with several homemade recordings under the name: A Girl and A Guitar. These recordings caught the attention of Nashville producer Tres Sasser, who helped Carly continue to expand her strong melodies and […]
