Thursday 8 January 2015

Lynsey Grace - Singer / Songwriter Releases Debut Single 'Everything'.

EVERYTHING - LYNSEY GRACE

Debut single from Lynsey Grace featuring an evocative, epic and atmospheric pop ballad. Mancunian Singer/Songwriter Lynsey Grace teamed up with film composer Jon Brooks to produce her first emotive single - ‘Everything’. (© 2015 Lynsey Grace / Jon Brooks)

Download on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/everything-single/id955633739
Download on Google Play:https://play.google.com/store/music/album/Lynsey_Grace_Everything?id=B7ztss5yihrijpdtoe7232bmxhi&hl=en_GB
Listen on Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/track/388KjJYDVxxi9pU9YLUspF 


ARTWORK:
Lynsey Grace - 'Everything'
Lynsey Grace Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynseyGraceMusic
Lynsey Grace Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynseygraceUK

‘Everything’ is a satisfying, self-assured debut single from the up and coming artist Lynsey Grace; featuring an evocative, epic and atmospheric pop ballad. Mancunian Singer/Songwriter Lynsey Grace teamed up with film composer Jon Brooks to produce her first emotive single. She’s creative, passionate and likes to express herself through songwriting. Lynsey Grace draws her inspiration from her life experiences, looking to connect with the listener. Jon Brooks specialises in Music Production for Film, Television, Artists and Advertising. Lynsey and Jon have been working together over the last year and intend to release some more of their material in the very near future.

ARTIST NOTES:
(Lynsey Grace) ‘Everything’ is a very personal song to me and one which I’m excited to release as my first track from my body of work. I’m extremely proud of the song as I poured a lot of emotion into the lyrics. I hope the listener will feel this and be able to relate to some of the lyrics themselves. Jon Brooks created the emotive and beautiful music which complements the lyrics and enhances the emotional response I was aiming to express. The track is soulful and raw, and there is no doubt this song was written from the heart. 'Everything' is a very special song to us both; it was the first track that really connected with Jon and I. It also confirmed we have a special creative bond and musical working relationship.


YOUTUBE VIDEO:


LYRICS:

Verse 1:
Only now I see
Only now I know the truth
Forbidden for so long to know the reason why
Heartfelt was my plea to take away the pain I felt inside
Trying for so long to understand the reason why

Pre-Chorus
I don’t know why everything is different
Every time I look at you I feel this pain
And I don’t understand why everything is different
Every time I look at you I feel this pain

Chorus:
Time to, to take a bow now
Show me this person
That you’ve become before me
I’m not willing or able
I walk away
I’m not willing to stay

Verse 2:
So sure I knew the way
So certain that I can’t deny
Of everything I knew
Of everything that once was mine
My heart has fell into an empty space I cannot see
Been trying for so long to understand the reason why

Pre-Chorus
I don’t know why everything is different
Every time I look at you I feel this pain
And I don’t understand why everything is different
Every time I look at you I feel this pain

Chorus: (x2)
Time to, to take a bow now
Show me this person
That you’ve become before me
I’m not willing or able
I walk away
I’m not willing to stay

No, no, not willing to stay…
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Lynsey Grace Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynseyGraceMusic
Lynsey Grace Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynseygraceUK
Jon Brooks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonBrooksComposer
Jon Brooks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JonBrooksComposer

Vocals: Lynsey Grace
Music: Jon Brooks
Lyrics: Lynsey Grace
Recorded at Jon Brooks Studios, Stockport, UK.
Engineered, Mixed and Mastered by Jon Brooks
Artwork: Jon Brooks

℗ 2015 (Lynsey Grace / Jon Brooks)
© 2015 (Lynsey Grace / Jon Brooks)

Saturday 27 December 2014

Ratesetter - Peer to Peer Lending - Referral - Earn Money Online

RATESETTER - PEER TO PEER LENDING

For the last year I've been lending out money via Ratesetter. The ROI (Return Of Investment) is reasonable, around 6% and the site is very user friendly. So far, so good!  :-)

So, in order to enhance residual income for lenders they offer a referral program whereby every time I refer a new investor (or customer) both you and I receive £25 (each).  In order to have this credited to your account and mine you must use this referral linkhttp://link.ratesetter.com/nxtr9ts

Join me and earn passive income while you breath, eat sleep, work, play... whatever!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.  This is a great way to make a little extra cash on the side.  I also invest/lend out with Zopa and Funding Circle.  If you'd like a referral link from these to earn more too, please contact me here:  www.jonbrooks.co.uk/Contact.html

Terms and conditions
  • Each valid referral will result in the referring Member and the new Member receiving £25 automatically credited to their accounts and immediately lent in the monthly access market, at the current rate.
  • A referred RateSetter Lender must deposit a minimum of £1,000 and have that £1,000 out on loan to be considered as a completed referral.
  • Use of a false name or address will result in a void referral.
  • All referrals must be made directly by the Member and not via a third party.
  • Referrals using methods generated by a script, macro or the use of automated devices will be void.
  • No responsibility can be accepted for referrals lost, delayed or corrupted, or due to computer error in transit.
  • The money is not transferable to another individual and other alternatives will be offered.
  • RateSetter reserves the right to amend or alter the terms and conditions and reject referrals from Members not entering into the spirit of the promotion.
  • RateSetter reserves the right of ownership of any member-generated content submitted to the promotion and unreserved rights of reproduction in any marketing or promotional media that it sees fit.
  • Confirmation of a valid referral will be emailed to the referring Member before the money is credited.
  • The promotion may be modified or withdrawn at any time.
  • Existing customers cannot be referred.
  • Payments will be credited directly to a participant’s RateSetter account within 30 days of a valid referral.
  • You cannot refer yourself.

Tuesday 23 December 2014

Peanut Butter Lady's Choice Unilever TVC - Music Composer: Jon Brooks



I composed the music cue for this Unilever advert - Lady's Choice Peanut butter. (As cited by Unilever): "Made from carefully selected peanuts and roasted to perfection – has no cholesterol, is filled with protein and polyunsaturated fatty acids (good for the heart) and contains vitamins and minerals".

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Lady’s Choice has been a trusted brand for many years, providing quality products at great value. Their range of jams, spreads and dressings are all aimed to create feelings of well being while adding a little more flavour to your life. Malaysians love their food and so do they! It’s with this understanding that they aim to bring great tasting food to life for everyone‘s enjoyment.

Malaysia
Unilever (Malaysia Holdings Sdn Bhd)
Level 33-35 
Menara TM 
Jalan Pantai Baharu 
59200 Kuala Lumpur 
Tel: 1 800 88 1315

Jon Brooks is a British Music Producer specialising in Music Production for Film, Television, Artists and Advertising. He has written music for hundreds of TV/Cinema commercials. His recording studio is based in South Manchester, UK. For more information, please check out his website: http://www.jonbrooks.co.uk

Thursday 18 December 2014

MP3 Downloads on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon MP3, Google Play - New Music Store - Jon Brooks Music

Jon Brooks has a new digital music store webpage: http://www.jonbrooks.co.uk/MUSIC_STORE.html

The following digital mp3 music tracks can be downloaded on iTunes, CD Baby, Google Play and Amazon MP3.


“ARMY OF DOOM” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Epic Orchestral Battle Music - Film Music
Duration: 7:48

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“THE CONFRONTATION” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Heroic Orchestral Music - Trailer Music
Duration: 1:02
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“BEYOND” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Dramatic Orchestral Music - Film Music
Duration: 2:21
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“EVERYTHING” (Single)
Artist: Lynsey Grace
Music & Lyrics: Lynsey Davies/Jon Brooks
Emotional and Dramatic Ballad
Duration: 4:06
Download (Available soon)


“DEEPER DREAMS” (Album)
Calming Music for Stress & Anxiety.
Dreamy & hypnotic with electronic and acoustic instruments for a totally ambient chill out.
Total Duration: 51:03
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“ONCE UPON A TIME” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Piano and Orchestra - Disneyesque Music
Duration: 2:59
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“WHO CARES” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Quirky Instrumental Music inspired by ‘Happy Chappy’
Duration: 1:01
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“COSMIC BUTTERFLIES” (Single)
Something Else
Music by: Jon Brooks / Tony Brown
Instrumental Electronic Music - EDM
Duration: 5:21
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“UNCLE BILL” (Single)
Music and Lyrics by: Jon Brooks
Quirky and Catchy Novelty Song
‘That’s Not My Name’
Duration: 2:20
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“ALLELUJAH” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Orchestral / Vocal Music - Film Music
Duration: 2:21
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“METAMORPHOSIS” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Epic and Dramatic Instrumental Music
Duration: 2:59
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“SEVENTH HEAVEN” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Calming Relaxing Music for Stress & Anxiety
Total Duration: 4:42
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“PRAYER FOR PEACE” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Sad and Mournful Instrumental Music
Solo piano with orchestral accompaniment
Duration: 2:35
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“FUMBLE FUMBLE” (Single)
Artist: The Miles Box
Music and Lyrics by: Jon Brooks, Tony Brown, Darren Tattersall and Paul Mottram
Drinking Song
Duration: 1:51
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“REVERB RELAX: WHITE NOISE” (Album)
Sound Design: Jon Brooks
Calming Relaxing White Noise for Stress, Anxiety, Concentration, Babies and Sleep.
Duration: 62 minutes
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“RAINDROPS” (Single)
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Beautiful, slow & calming instrumental music for Healing, Anxiety, Yoga, Massage, Sleep
Total Duration: 7:14
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“STONE COLD” (Single)
Tough Monkey Records
Music by: Jon Brooks / Clive Farrington
Dramatic Synthesized and Orchestral Instrumental Music
Duration: 5:32
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“MOUNTAIN: THE REMIXES” (EP)
Tough Monkey Records
Music & Lyrics: Clive Farrington/Jon Brooks
*Netherland Mix by Tony Brown
  1. 1.Tough Monkey Radio Mix
  2. 2.Tough Monkey Club Mix
  3. 3.Netherland Remix*
  4. 4.Invisible (ft. Steve Benz & DJ 1Love)

Total Duration: 23:59

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“INDEPENDENCE” (Album)
Artist: Clive Farrington (When In Rome)
Music/Lyrics: Clive Farrington & Jon Brooks
Tough Monkey Records

  1. 1.   Deliver
  2. 2.   Breathing
  3. 3.   Invisible (ft. Steve Benz & DJ 1Love)
4.    Just Another Love Song
  1. 5.   Mountain
  2. 6.   Should You Change Your Mind
  3. 7.   Brave Boy
  4. 8.   Fall
  5. 9.   Heart of the Unicorn
  6. 10. Showdown

Total Duration: 51:03

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Voice Over: Jon Brooks - Pentana Solutions "Warranty Software"




Voice Over by Jon Brooks. Pentana Solutions 'Warranty Software' Corporate Video. Jon Brooks has his own recording studio facility based in South Manchester, UK and is available for voice over projects.

Official Website http://www.jonbrooks.co.uk

Voice Over Artist: Jon Brooks
Video Production: Whitney Hesmer

The following text is cited from Pentana Solutions' website:
A global company with its corporate headquarters in Melbourne, Australia, Pentana Solutions was established in 1974 to specialise in the development and supply of automotive software tailored to the needs of dealerships.

Our leadership position within the automotive I.T. industry stems from vast industry experience, technological knowledge and years of continual product development. We are confident that our highly effective software solutions enable our customers to manage their dealerships more effectively, efficiently and profitably.

We are committed to sustained growth through the provision of leading-edge solutions to the automotive industry. We employ over 440 staff throughout 13 locations around the globe. Our products and services extend to over 100 countries around the world, comprising over 50,000 users on a daily basis. Through strong strategic partnerships we’re able to deliver integrated solutions with quantifiable benefits to our clients, driving our own business growth today and into the future.

We have achieved position as the leading Enterprise Resource Planning System supplier in the Asia Pacific region by listening to our customers and meeting their exact needs in the delivery of our products and services. Just last year alone we invested more than 10% of revenue on Research and Development, reflecting our on-going commitment to providing our customers with the only the latest cutting-edge software and technology needed to drive their business.

Sunday 14 December 2014

New Straits Times - Berita Harian Newspaper



New Straits Times - Berita Harian - Music by: Jon Brooks (© 2007). Vocals: Derek Jhingoree 'Jingles'. Audio Mix: Walid Omar (WASP Studios).  (BH (renamed on 2 July 2012; formerly known as Berita Harian) came into being on 1 July 1957 as the first mainstream newspaper in Bahasa Malaysia. Ever since then, BH has become a true chronicler of history for the country.

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Its Sunday Edition is called BH Ahad (renamed on 1 July 2012; previously known as Berita Minggu) was launched on 10 July 1960. Throughout the years, BH has diversely moulded itself from a paper reflecting the traditional thoughts and aspirations to a vibrant medium where era of knowledge has become the primary resource of economic development.

Type: Daily Newspaper
Format: Tabloid
Publisher: The New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
Editor: Datuk Mior Kamarul Shahid
Founded: 1 July 1957
Language: Malay
Headquarters: Balai Berita 31, Jalan Riong, 59100 Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Circulation: 157,490 (BH)
208,327 (BH Ahad)
Website: www.bharian.com.my

The newspaper was printed in broadsheet format until 5 July 2008, when the newspaper chart a new era, with a new look and trendier compact version on 6 July 2008.

As the pioneering vernacular daily, BH continues to transform its readers by enriching their knowledge and stimulating their minds with the latest news presented in a thought-provoking way. Moreover, it has evolved from just an ordinary daily to go on board in the digital platform namely e-paper, tablet, mobile phones and online edition allowing the readers to read the news in a simple, fast and compact way.

To stay relevant and to keep up with the tastes and lifestyle of the present generation, a total modification was made on 1 July 2012. The transition includes changing the 'Ekonomi' section to 'Bisnes', the pullout ‘Ratu’ to ‘Famili’ and ‘Rona’ to ‘Kembara’. Changes were also made in layout, typography, pagination which is more attractive and easy to read as well as highlighting the fact number, info graphic and interesting information. The new BH is also providing larger size colour photographs.

To attract younger and present readers, few segments have been introduced such as ‘Jejak’, ‘Fokus’, ‘5 Soalan’ and ‘Meoww’ a page for cat lovers. ‘Inspirasi’ pullout on Saturday will feature famous artists as a columnist such as Aaron Aziz and Fasha Sandha while the Glamor pullout on Saturday features well known columnist Juwie.

1957
On 1 July, the inaugural issue of Berita Harian, first romanised Malay morning newspaper was published. Initially, it reflected the contents of Straits Times and was priced at RM0.15 with only 8 staff operating the paper.

1958
In April, Abdul Samad Ismail was appointed Editor.

1960
On 10 July, Berita Minggu, first romanised Malay Sunday newspaper was launched.

1966
On 1 Jan, Berita Harian introduced a new masthead.

1968
Cartoonist Lat started contributing “Keluarga Si Mamat” cartoon series in Berita Minggu.

1972
Abdul Wahab Zain was appointed Editor.

1974
Two pages of Berita Harian were added to make it a total of 12 pages – the contents focused on trade and business, notes on photography, advice for students in exams, more pages on entertainment, foreign news & articles and general features.

1975
On 1 July, Berita Harian price was increased to RM0.25.

1976
Abdul Samad Said was appointed Editor.

1978
Salim Kajai was appointed Editor.

1979
On 29 Nov, Edisi Bandar Berita Harian was launched.

1981
Berita Harian was revamped with new colour masthead, new sections and greater emphasis on entertainment features. Priced at RM0.35.

1983
Berita Harian price was increased to RM0.45.
Adibah Amin was appointed Editor.

1984
In February, Ahmad Sebi Abu Bakar became Group Editor.

1985
On 19 June, Berita Harian and Berita Minggu were incorporated under a subsidiary, Berita Harian Sdn Bhd.

On 20 Oct, Akhbar Dalam Darjah (ADD) was launched.

1986
In April, Abdul Kadir Jasin became Group Editor.

1988
On 8 April, Ahmad Nazri Abdullah became Group Editor.

1989
On 8 Aug, Jaguh – a special 16-page tabloid pullout on Sports was introduced.

1991
On 2 Dec, new format of Berita Harian with the tag line “Sumber Ilmu dan Maklumat Mutakhir” was launched.

On 8 Dec, new format of Berita Minggu was launched.

1992
On 1 June, special daily supplements were added: Berita Pelajar, Berita Wanita, Berita Teknologi, Jaguh, Perspektif and Dunia.