2024 Rewind
11/7/2024
It's that time of year again, where the events that transpired throughout the year are showcased from start to finish. Some laughs, goofs, travel, inspirations, and some who came along for the ride.
Enjoy the rewind, and if you want to see last years video, you can find it on my artist YouTube channel in the playlist, "Official Music Videos & More".
Coming In January
11/2/2024
What's something cool to come between new music album release schedules? This! This is what's cool! Just how many songs could possibly be on it?? Find out on January 3rd!
Vive Le Soleil - Behind the Scenes
10/17/2027
A little bit of behind the scenes clips from making the songs, Lavender and Vive Le Soleil. Special thanks to Chris Tinard for his invaluable input regarding the translation of the lyrics from Engligh to French, as well as the correct grammar and pronunciation.
Go For It - OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
10/14/2024
The Official Music Video for the song, "Go For It", in collaboration with 24 drone pilots from around the world! Some of my personal footage is in this too!
If you view this on YouTube, make sure to check out the pilots involved. You can find their links in the description of the video.
New Album Release!
10/11/2024
"Vive Le Soleil" is now live across streaming services! I do hope you enjoy the music on this album, and that it finds you when you need it most. Thank you for all your support for the continuation of the music!
All songs produced, mixed and mastered by Maria Davis.
"Vive Le Soleil" lyrics and vocals written & performed by Maria Davis.
Special Thanks to Chris Tinard and Anita Barbereau for their invaluable input for "Vive Le Soleil", regarding the correct grammar and pronunciation when translating the lyrics from English to French.
One Million Streams!
8/14/2024
My song, "Imaginarium", has hit 1 Million streams on Pandora!
The song released less than 10 months ago, and I am forever grateful to everyone who has listened to it! Thank you to all!
Check out the song on Pandora! https://pandora.app.link/OGpc6GaN3Lb
The USDS Editors Challenge
7/13/2024
The United States Drone Society held an editor's challenge, where pilots had to edit their footage to one of my music tracks. The challenge was streamed live by Wedgenbigg, and I was on the panel as a guest. The show ran a bit long due to some technical issues, (1 hour 40 minutes), but it was a great show, and very nice to see the creative work from all the pilots.
Lookin' Good, Chris!
6/27/2024
What do we have here? Is this the legendary Chris Tinard in New York City, sporting the "Don't Look Back" album shirt outside NBC studios??
You're rockin' that shirt, Chris!
Fun fact I might have mentioned before, Chris has a little bonsai tree, and the album artowrk was inspired by it.
Firehawk
6/22/2024
A side project of mine that began in late 2023, "Firehawk", is a combination of chillout, downtempo and experimental electronic music. A new single release is coming on July 12th in collaboration with the artist, 7and5! I have worked with 7and5, (John Nixon), on many releases, including the songs "Endless", "Ebb and Flow", "Transcend", and the 8 track album, "Synergy". Working together on a Firehawk release was a pleasure, and it is always wonderful to create magic with John. Our unique sounds blend and compliment the music very well.
Times Square, New York City
6/15/2024
The single, "Transcend", released on September 22, 2023. It's a 3 artist collaboration with 7and5 and Anita Barbereau as featured artists. Anita had the idea of making a billboard advertisement of it in Times Square, New York. Since I have a background in film and editing, she asked if I would create the ad and feature her name and image, (she was the one who paid for it after all). It came out really nice! The billboard is located right by the spot where the ball drops for New Years. Here's some clips of it on Times Square during the day and night.
VoyagePhoenix Interview
6/12/2024
A little interview I did. You can check it out with this link.
https://voyagephoenix.com/interview/meet-maria-davis/
Brit Floyd
6/9/2024
Pink Floyd is my favorite band of all time, and their music has always been a huge inspiration to me. To find a tribute band that's absolutely amazing is rare, but "Brit Floyd" is phenomenal, and is hands down, the very best tribute band I have ever seen.
Not only do they sound like Roger Waters and David Gilmour, but they have nailed the Pink Floyd instrumental sound. If you ever have a chance to go to a show, do it! For 2024, they are on a worldwide tour.
The video is a clip of their encore performance of "Run Like Hell", which is the most insane light show I have ever seen in person.
Upbeat & Energetic Mix
6/6/2024
Want an upbeat and energetic music mix for your day? Here you go!
Chillout Mix
5/24/2024
Need those chillout vibes for your day? Check out this 2 hour mix of downtempo/chillout!
Collaborations
5/12/2024
I've received some questions about the collaborations I've done, so I might as well make a post about them and add some pics so you can see the faces behind the music.
The first person I ever collaborated with, was with my dear friend, Chris Tinard. Chris is not a music artist, rather, a cinematographer. He is the one who was nominated along with me for the 2023 Rocky Mountain Emmys. For the song that features him, "Flight of Yesterday", I wanted the middle section to have something unique. Chris is French-American, so I thought it would be great to have him say a little piece in French. The tone of his voice also worked perfect for the song. In the picture of us together... I am not short, Chris is really tall at 6' 8"!
KC Lyon was my absolute best friend and music partner, who suddenly passed away in August 2023. We collaborated on many projects over the years, some from his side, and others from my musical alter ego, Glamis. The songs you can find under Maria Davis music that have his voice are, "Time is the Key", "Quest of the Vox Man", and "Arizona". Forever loved and always remembered! RIP KC.
John Nixon, the genius behind the music of 7and5, I have collaborated with many times. I came across John's music by chance when his song "Pause and Rewind" came on Pandora. I fell in love with that, and listened to many more songs of his. Eventually I reached out to him looking to collaborate. To date, we have released 4 singles and an album together... "Synergy", "Endless", "Ebb and Flow", and "Transcend". Another single, "Trinity", can be found under my other music moniker, Firehawk. One thing is for sure, John and I work very well together, and our unique styles blend beautifully in the music. I met up with John last year in Detroit while I was filming a project, and we've become great friends through our work.
Michael Goodluck is a good friend that I had been wanting to collaborate with for a very long time. He's not a published artist, rather an amazing Navajo flute maker. His flute melody can be heard on the song "Afer" from the "Call Me Maybe" album. It was live recorded in the Museum of Indigenous Peoples, in Prescott, AZ.
Anita Barbereau actually sought me out along with John from 7and5. She heard our album, Synergy, and wanted to collaborate on a single. Anita is from France, and is an accomplished cellist. This particular collaboration was very interesting because it involved three artists... 7and5, Anita and myself, and all of us were thousands of miles away from each other. About midway through our collaboration, KC Lyon passed away, so I had to put production on hold for several months. When we resumed, the music came out great as the single "Transcend". The cello in that song was live recorded by Anita.
Pandora Playlists
5/12/2024
Enjoy listening to Pandora curated editorial stations? Check out some of the the ones that feature my new album, "Don't Look Back"
https://pandora.app.link/BcJEcN5h9Ib
3 Hours Continuous Mix
- 5/10/2024
- Like playlists? Check out this 3 hour mix of music! Filled with upbeat and downtempo, great for studying, relaxing, driving and so much more!
2024 Total Solar Eclipse
4/8/2024
I took a trip to Radar Base, Texas to be smack dab in the very middle of the path of totality. Such an amazing experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. It was a bit cloudy, but that didn't stop me from getting some epic shots! Here's 2 of them.
2023 Rocky Mountain Emmys
I finally took the video and photos of this incredible night and put them together. Such a wonderful evening with my best buddy Chris, his amazing wife, Julie, and so many others! The Emmy Gala was held at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix, Arizona on November 4, 2023.
Merch Available!
Shirts are available on Amazon, with the new addition of the "Don't Look Back" album artwork.
Check them out with this link - MERCH
Song Meanings - Part 12
3/15/2024
"Don't Look Back" is an album with a lot of meaning for me, and I'm sure many others can relate to it as well.
Let's go over 3 songs on the album; "Don't Look Back, "Firefly" and "Never Give Up", as well as what the album artwork means.
For the title track, it is based on the mindset of not looking back to negativity in your past. Yes, we learn from both the good and the bad in our lives, but things that have hurt us actually help us get stronger. Don't look back and live in the past, going forward is the only rewarding direction in one's life, because the past is no longer an option.
"Firefly" almost never made it to the album. It was one of those songs that I wasn't satisfied with the melody and I planned on putting it to the side to revisit sometime in the future. But, sometimes things happen that you can't explain and the melody "literally" came to me. I won't go into detail over that, but I feel it was meant to happen and be included on this album. The title is a reference to the fireflies I saw when I took a road trip across the USA last year. We don't really have fireflies in Arizona, so it was a bit magical to see them.
"Never Give Up" is a personal motto I've had for most my life. Even with that, sometimes I need a bit of reminding. Sometimes life comes at you with both fists and you end up feeling so beat down, that you just want to give up on everything. But you can't, because the moment you do, you will lose yourself in the darkest pit of despair. Never give up on yourself and your goals/dreams. Keep pushing forward, one step at a time.
The album art is a reference to my best friends bonsai tree, and it actually represents him. Chris Tinard, who's French vocals are on my song, "Flight of Yesterday" on my Taking Flight album, is a friend I met through chance more than anything, which was based in the common passion of aerial cinematography. Over several years Chris has been a rock in my life, a touchstone if you will, and has always been there no matter what. In November of last year we both went to the Emmy's as nominees, and he has been massively supportive of everything I do. For the tree, I wanted to take a specific picture of it for the artwork, but it was in winter hibernation at the time, so I went with an artistic rendition of it. With the title of the album as "Don't Look Back", for me personally it has a lot of meaning, but there has been one constant in my life, which is Chris. I may not be looking back with some things as I move forward, but I most certainly will have Chris in my life as a continued presence. In other words, don't look back, but take the good with you as you move forward.
Make sure to check out the album on your favorite streaming service! https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
For the title track, it is based on the mindset of not looking back to negativity in your past. Yes, we learn from both the good and the bad in our lives, but things that have hurt us actually help us get stronger. Don't look back and live in the past, going forward is the only rewarding direction in one's life, because the past is no longer an option.
"Firefly" almost never made it to the album. It was one of those songs that I wasn't satisfied with the melody and I planned on putting it to the side to revisit sometime in the future. But, sometimes things happen that you can't explain and the melody "literally" came to me. I won't go into detail over that, but I feel it was meant to happen and be included on this album. The title is a reference to the fireflies I saw when I took a road trip across the USA last year. We don't really have fireflies in Arizona, so it was a bit magical to see them.
"Never Give Up" is a personal motto I've had for most my life. Even with that, sometimes I need a bit of reminding. Sometimes life comes at you with both fists and you end up feeling so beat down, that you just want to give up on everything. But you can't, because the moment you do, you will lose yourself in the darkest pit of despair. Never give up on yourself and your goals/dreams. Keep pushing forward, one step at a time.
The album art is a reference to my best friends bonsai tree, and it actually represents him. Chris Tinard, who's French vocals are on my song, "Flight of Yesterday" on my Taking Flight album, is a friend I met through chance more than anything, which was based in the common passion of aerial cinematography. Over several years Chris has been a rock in my life, a touchstone if you will, and has always been there no matter what. In November of last year we both went to the Emmy's as nominees, and he has been massively supportive of everything I do. For the tree, I wanted to take a specific picture of it for the artwork, but it was in winter hibernation at the time, so I went with an artistic rendition of it. With the title of the album as "Don't Look Back", for me personally it has a lot of meaning, but there has been one constant in my life, which is Chris. I may not be looking back with some things as I move forward, but I most certainly will have Chris in my life as a continued presence. In other words, don't look back, but take the good with you as you move forward.
Make sure to check out the album on your favorite streaming service! https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
Don't Look Back
3/8/2024
The wait is over! "Don't Look Back" is released worldwide and available to stream/buy on your favorite music platform!
Familiar with the song titles? Here's some inspiration...
"Don't Look Back, head towards the soon-to-rise Tuscany Sun and see the Firefly dancing in the sky. Never Give Up because the day is about to Renew. Take that Leap Of Faith and embark on an Odyssey of your own to live Carefree, and find your peace Down On Lakeshore."
Stay inspired, stay strong, stay happy!
Something Fun
2/25/2024
A little bit off the beaten music path...
This is my best friend, Chris, (Flight of Yesterday feat. Chris Tinard), and his new Tesla. I've known about the light show the cars do, but to see it in person is pretty awesome.
The torque and "driving on it's own" is an experience for sure. Gotta love that rainbow bridge. It's like taking a trip to Asgard.
Song Meanings - Part 11
1/23/2024
The Imaginarium album is a collection of songs that went unpublished years ago. They have been reworked to be redistributed. The only exception is the title track, which is a new song. So, let's talk about "Imaginarium" and "Satellite"
Imaginarium is one of those songs that felt like it wrote itself, and it came together fairly quickly. When I was a kid, there was a very popular store in a mall called "Imaginarium". It had all kinds of science experiments, educational toys and a lot of cool stuff you couldn't find anywhere else. When I was writing the song, that store kept running through my mind. So, it had to be named after it.
"Satellite" is a fun one because I put a sound in it that is very uncommon, which is an otamatone. It has a unique sound, like a wah-wah, and it actually fit very well with the music. Satellite was originally on my first album which is now unpublished. The original sounded much different than the version on this album. Trust me, this version is much better!
Song Meanings - Part 10
1/23/2024
Synergy! An album I am very proud of because my little idea worked! This is going to be a tough one to go over the meaning of the songs because half of them are the interpretation of the artist, 7and5. So I'll stick to the two I built the foundations for which is "Walking the Twilight" and "Koan". Let me go over my idea on how this album came to be.
I was experimenting with taking some elements from my song "Paradox" and turning it into a new song that sounds nothing like the original. This ended up becoming the song, "Koan". With the success of using those parts for a new song, I wondered what would happen if someone else used the same parts and created a song of their own? That's when I contacted my friend John Nixon (7and5) with this crazy idea to create a foundation for a song, and we each go in our own direction with it. The plan was for both of us to create two song foundations, so 4 total. Then we complete the foundations we made and the ones the other made, which in the end created 8 songs.
The amazing thing that happened with the songs is how the same foundation really took a different path based on the artist who completed it. Yet, one version totally complimented the other. Take my foundation, "Walking The Twilight", I felt a sense of innocence with the music and kept it sounding like a lullaby (kinda), where John put much more movement to it.
The cover art is a picture I took in Monument Valley, AZ several years ago of antelope petroglyphs. I could have never predicted so many years later it would become album artwork. When running ideas for art by John, he picked that one out. I'm glad he did because all the little teasers I made for the album release involved animating that large antelope, which was a lot of fun to do.
Working with John on any project is always a blast, and I absolutely love this album. So many people have told me how well both our styles work together. We've also done the singles "Endless", "Ebb and Flow" and "Transcend". It's always a pleasure to work with him.
I was experimenting with taking some elements from my song "Paradox" and turning it into a new song that sounds nothing like the original. This ended up becoming the song, "Koan". With the success of using those parts for a new song, I wondered what would happen if someone else used the same parts and created a song of their own? That's when I contacted my friend John Nixon (7and5) with this crazy idea to create a foundation for a song, and we each go in our own direction with it. The plan was for both of us to create two song foundations, so 4 total. Then we complete the foundations we made and the ones the other made, which in the end created 8 songs.
The amazing thing that happened with the songs is how the same foundation really took a different path based on the artist who completed it. Yet, one version totally complimented the other. Take my foundation, "Walking The Twilight", I felt a sense of innocence with the music and kept it sounding like a lullaby (kinda), where John put much more movement to it.
The cover art is a picture I took in Monument Valley, AZ several years ago of antelope petroglyphs. I could have never predicted so many years later it would become album artwork. When running ideas for art by John, he picked that one out. I'm glad he did because all the little teasers I made for the album release involved animating that large antelope, which was a lot of fun to do.
Working with John on any project is always a blast, and I absolutely love this album. So many people have told me how well both our styles work together. We've also done the singles "Endless", "Ebb and Flow" and "Transcend". It's always a pleasure to work with him.
Song Meanings - Part 9
1/23/2024
There is a lot to the story of how "The Glamis Project" album came to be. I'll go over the meaning behind "Beyond", "Welcome to Earth" and "Journey", but let's talk about the history of this album first.
At one time, I was signed to a record label for my side project, Glamis. The music on this album is what was (originally) the vibe I wanted Glamis music to be, and follow a space/cosmos theme. As soon as I signed on the dotted line for the label and entered into a 5 year contract, I had to take all the music down from my distributer so the label could redistribute it. Well, they took over 3 months to do it after ignoring countless emails from me. By that time, my listeners were gone. The label never promoted the music which was a major part of their contractual obligation. They added punctuation to some of the songs which was never my vision, had the song order on the albums all wrong, and despite me telling them I had new music to release... they consistently ignored all my emails. At least, until the time came when I sent an email outlining how many contract agreements they have broken and I want to end my contract. I lucked out and was able to get my music back, but the damage created by the label was already done. I couldn't get Glamis to recover, so I decided to rebrand the music under my name. The album name was thought of by KC Lyon, a fitting album name for sure. Now Glamis music is rebuilt with new music in the trance/dance genres.
The song, "Beyond" is an adventure song. Imagine Carl Sagan's Cosmos series, and flying through space and time. That is the story of the song... to take an adventure into the beyond.
"Welcome to Earth" is an ode to this little blue marble we all live on. The official music video reflects this with every kind of landscape you can imagine on Earth.
"Journey" almost became the title track when it was originally released as Glamis. The idea I had in my mind was trekking over the Mars landscape, as well as a tribute to the band, Journey. Not only for their amazing music, but how each album cover has a planet in the artwork.
At one time, I was signed to a record label for my side project, Glamis. The music on this album is what was (originally) the vibe I wanted Glamis music to be, and follow a space/cosmos theme. As soon as I signed on the dotted line for the label and entered into a 5 year contract, I had to take all the music down from my distributer so the label could redistribute it. Well, they took over 3 months to do it after ignoring countless emails from me. By that time, my listeners were gone. The label never promoted the music which was a major part of their contractual obligation. They added punctuation to some of the songs which was never my vision, had the song order on the albums all wrong, and despite me telling them I had new music to release... they consistently ignored all my emails. At least, until the time came when I sent an email outlining how many contract agreements they have broken and I want to end my contract. I lucked out and was able to get my music back, but the damage created by the label was already done. I couldn't get Glamis to recover, so I decided to rebrand the music under my name. The album name was thought of by KC Lyon, a fitting album name for sure. Now Glamis music is rebuilt with new music in the trance/dance genres.
The song, "Beyond" is an adventure song. Imagine Carl Sagan's Cosmos series, and flying through space and time. That is the story of the song... to take an adventure into the beyond.
"Welcome to Earth" is an ode to this little blue marble we all live on. The official music video reflects this with every kind of landscape you can imagine on Earth.
"Journey" almost became the title track when it was originally released as Glamis. The idea I had in my mind was trekking over the Mars landscape, as well as a tribute to the band, Journey. Not only for their amazing music, but how each album cover has a planet in the artwork.
Song Meanings - Part 8
1/23/2024
The "Call Me Maybe" album is named as such because of a nickname, "Maybe", given to me by my dear friend, Chris Tinard. It's a funny story how I got the nickname, and Chris is the only one who can get away with calling me that. Hence the album name, "Call Me Maybe". Let's go over the songs, "Call Me Maybe", "Afer (feat. Michael Goodluck)" and "Time is the Key (feat. KC Lyon)".
For the title track, I named it and the album as such because the music reminded me so much of Chris. His kindness, big heart and chill personality... It just describes Chris perfectly. I also dedicated the whole album to him, the first and only time I ever dedicated an album to anyone.
"Afer (feat. Michael Goodluck)" was one of those tracks that took several months to complete because another artist was involved. Trying to find time that works for both artists is sometimes a challenge. Michael is a master Navajo flutemaker, and someone I have known for over 20 years. His addition to the the music was just what the song needed. The word "Afer" means "Southwest Wind" in Latin, but I really took the name from an Enya song, "Afer Ventus", which just happens to be my absolute favorite Enya song. Michael and I both reside in Arizona (the southwest), and a flute is a wind instrument, so the title fit like a glove.
"Time is the Key (feat. KC Lyon)" is the very last song I collaborated on with KC before he passed away. I have other monikers I worked on with him as well, but this song was the last of our collaborations. The lyrics are a mix of a poem I wrote in 6th grade and my Mom's senior thesis from high school. I wanted an old time radio voice to speak the vocals, but subtle enough that it didn't sound like I plucked it from the public domain archives. KC did a wonderful job making it happen, and with super short notice. It's exactly what the song needed.
Song Meanings - Part 7
1/22/2024
Ooh, Sky Shadows one of my favorite albums! Let's talk about 4 songs, "Sky Shadows", "Redwood", "Duke" and "To Hell and Back".
"Sky Shadows" refers to the innocence and wonder of a child. For me, as a little kid, I was certain that winged unicorns and pegasus lived in the clouds. This is why there is a pegasus on the cover artwork. The imagination of a child is super strong, and where I grew up we would have huge puffy clouds during the summer monsoons, and with deep blue shadows cast across the sky when the sun was behind them. During sunset, they would turn pink, purple, red, fire orange and so on. I remember standing with my Mom looking at the sunset clouds and telling her that was where the unicorns lived. So, the title track reflects that imagination and wonder.
"Redwood" is named for the redwoods of northern California. If you have never been there, make it a point to see them at least once in your life. The majesty and grandeur of the place is amazing. It's like the forest has a spirit of it's own. So many of the trees have been there for 2,000+ years. There is a mist that goes through the trees, and if that mist wasn't there, the trees would all die. The ground is covered in ferns and shamrock and it really looks like an enchanted forest. The song is the redwoods through my eyes.
"Duke" is named for a family friend who passed away in 2001. He was an older gentleman, and was really the only father type figure I had in my life growing up. He had the patience of a saint when it came to me. He never had kids of his own (to my knowledge), but if he did, he would have been a wonderful father. The song is who Duke was to me. His kindness, love and wisdom. Someone I would call "Uncle Duke", who was always there when I needed him, especially when I was a teenager.
"To Hell and Back" is exactly what the title states. Everyone goes through things, sometimes terrible things. But then you look back realize, "Wow, I got through that". We all will go to hell and back more than once in our lives, this song is an example of one of my times.
"Sky Shadows" refers to the innocence and wonder of a child. For me, as a little kid, I was certain that winged unicorns and pegasus lived in the clouds. This is why there is a pegasus on the cover artwork. The imagination of a child is super strong, and where I grew up we would have huge puffy clouds during the summer monsoons, and with deep blue shadows cast across the sky when the sun was behind them. During sunset, they would turn pink, purple, red, fire orange and so on. I remember standing with my Mom looking at the sunset clouds and telling her that was where the unicorns lived. So, the title track reflects that imagination and wonder.
"Redwood" is named for the redwoods of northern California. If you have never been there, make it a point to see them at least once in your life. The majesty and grandeur of the place is amazing. It's like the forest has a spirit of it's own. So many of the trees have been there for 2,000+ years. There is a mist that goes through the trees, and if that mist wasn't there, the trees would all die. The ground is covered in ferns and shamrock and it really looks like an enchanted forest. The song is the redwoods through my eyes.
"Duke" is named for a family friend who passed away in 2001. He was an older gentleman, and was really the only father type figure I had in my life growing up. He had the patience of a saint when it came to me. He never had kids of his own (to my knowledge), but if he did, he would have been a wonderful father. The song is who Duke was to me. His kindness, love and wisdom. Someone I would call "Uncle Duke", who was always there when I needed him, especially when I was a teenager.
"To Hell and Back" is exactly what the title states. Everyone goes through things, sometimes terrible things. But then you look back realize, "Wow, I got through that". We all will go to hell and back more than once in our lives, this song is an example of one of my times.
Song Meanings - Part 6
1/21/2024
"Limitless" was the first album created with a whole new sound library, or should I say a really upgraded one. Let's go over the songs, "Limitless", "Elsker" and "Quest of the Vox Man (feat. KC Lyon)".
The title track, Limitless, was actually the first song made for this album. Usually a title track is decided after all the songs are completed, but in this case it worked the other way around. The meaning behind the song and actually the whole album, is to never limit yourself. You have no idea what you can achieve unless you try, and the only one putting limits on you, is yourself. There's always a way to be where you want to be, and it may take time and creative thinking to work around obstacles, but there is always a way.
"Elsker" is a forbidden love type song. A passion, lust, and desire for someone or something that seems like it's just out of reach. The word "Elsker" is Danish for "Love", and was a fitting title to the song.
"Quest of the Vox Man (feat. KC Lyon)" is my favorite song on the album. Not only is the music great, but it was the first time my late best friend, KC Lyon, sang soft vocals. He had such a beautiful voice, but he was always his own worst critic. The song is actually about him and his quest to perfect his vocals. KC had a YouTube channel (KCDoesVox) where he did many metal vocal covers. The repeated lyrics refer to him diving head first into a song, doing it in his way to perfection, and moving on to the next one. As if saying to the song, "Hey there it's me, hey there goodbye". It was only fitting to have KC's voice on the song since it's about him. The last cover KC ever did was Careless Whisper, the Seether version. He nailed it.
You can watch KC's last video with this link. https://youtu.be/xCgSj7QsRaI?si=iJrklV8cwzXlwduM
Song Meanings - Part 5
1/20/2024
The Arizona album! One of my favorite albums and for so many reasons. This is a landmark album, the one where a shift in my music happened, and it was all because of being challenged by my late best friend, KC Lyon. In this, I'll go over 5 of the songs on the album, "Arizona", "Shadow Mountain", "Sonoita" "Nope, Not Today", and "Cactus and Pine".
If it weren't for KC, this album might not have ever happened. KC was a metalhead and the lead vocalist for 3 different bands, but he loved all kinds of music from ambient to death metal. I was the only one who could get him to sing soft vocals for my work. Before we became solid music partners, he would always share music videos with me pointing out the harmonies and instrumentals, particularly the drumming and bridges. He would be very "matter of fact" and told me he knew I could do amazing drumming as well, I just need to do it. Okay, challenge accepted. I don't play physical drums, but I can write them in a drum machine pretty well. When this album was coming together, I wanted it to represent Arizona in every song, my home state that I love so much, and let the music be the experience of Arizona seen through my eyes. The title track was called my greatest song (up till the release of the Synergy album). I wanted a tribal chant in the mix, and I might not be a singer, but I can vocalize fairly okay. I wanted KC to be a part of the song, since he was the driving force whispering in my ear for the entire album. So, this song has KC and I harmonizing together. The best part of the song? The middle for sure! It just screams Arizona on so many levels!
"Shadow Mountain" is a place within the state, but the vibe of the song I imagined is as if you were walking on a trail out in the desert among the Palo Verde trees and giant saguaros. The pacing of the beat reflects a desert hike for sure!
"Sonoita" is another place name, but the actual town is very small. I chose the name because I like the sound of it, but also because how tiny the town is. It can give off a lonely feel, which is reflected in the music.
"Nope, Not Today" is an ode to having the perfect day. You know those days, where everything is perfect? The weather, the activities, friendships and good times. The title means; "Nope, nothing bad is going to happen today."
"Cactus and Pine" is a dedication song to one of my heroes, Sharlot Hall. She was the first woman to ever hold government office in Arizona as the state historian. The title, "Cactus and Pine" is taken from one of her poem publishings from 1910, (Cactus and Pine: Songs of the Southwest). Sharlot was also the first person to map the Arizona Strip. A road (and at times trail) from the top of Arizona down to the Mexico border. She made the journey in a covered wagon, having to figure out how to get across canyons, rivers and such. This is why the song has a changeup to include some honky-tonk sounding piano, to reflect the time when she was doing her thing! You want to talk about someone with tenacity, Sharlot takes the cake! She was a remarkable woman and a pioneer who has definitely left her mark on history.
If it weren't for KC, this album might not have ever happened. KC was a metalhead and the lead vocalist for 3 different bands, but he loved all kinds of music from ambient to death metal. I was the only one who could get him to sing soft vocals for my work. Before we became solid music partners, he would always share music videos with me pointing out the harmonies and instrumentals, particularly the drumming and bridges. He would be very "matter of fact" and told me he knew I could do amazing drumming as well, I just need to do it. Okay, challenge accepted. I don't play physical drums, but I can write them in a drum machine pretty well. When this album was coming together, I wanted it to represent Arizona in every song, my home state that I love so much, and let the music be the experience of Arizona seen through my eyes. The title track was called my greatest song (up till the release of the Synergy album). I wanted a tribal chant in the mix, and I might not be a singer, but I can vocalize fairly okay. I wanted KC to be a part of the song, since he was the driving force whispering in my ear for the entire album. So, this song has KC and I harmonizing together. The best part of the song? The middle for sure! It just screams Arizona on so many levels!
"Shadow Mountain" is a place within the state, but the vibe of the song I imagined is as if you were walking on a trail out in the desert among the Palo Verde trees and giant saguaros. The pacing of the beat reflects a desert hike for sure!
"Sonoita" is another place name, but the actual town is very small. I chose the name because I like the sound of it, but also because how tiny the town is. It can give off a lonely feel, which is reflected in the music.
"Nope, Not Today" is an ode to having the perfect day. You know those days, where everything is perfect? The weather, the activities, friendships and good times. The title means; "Nope, nothing bad is going to happen today."
"Cactus and Pine" is a dedication song to one of my heroes, Sharlot Hall. She was the first woman to ever hold government office in Arizona as the state historian. The title, "Cactus and Pine" is taken from one of her poem publishings from 1910, (Cactus and Pine: Songs of the Southwest). Sharlot was also the first person to map the Arizona Strip. A road (and at times trail) from the top of Arizona down to the Mexico border. She made the journey in a covered wagon, having to figure out how to get across canyons, rivers and such. This is why the song has a changeup to include some honky-tonk sounding piano, to reflect the time when she was doing her thing! You want to talk about someone with tenacity, Sharlot takes the cake! She was a remarkable woman and a pioneer who has definitely left her mark on history.
Song Meanings - Part 4
1/19/2024
Oh the Wander album! This was where exploration of sound and styles really started to show. A bit of downtempo, chill, trance and even 80's/90's vibes. Let's talk about two songs, "Wander" and "Cowboy".
The title track, "Wander", was inspired by a road trip I took in the Arizona desert with one seemingly endless long road in front of me, and a sky full of stars as far as I could see. That moment is reflected in the album cover. We are all wandering, whether it's in our thoughts or hitting the road to see where it takes us. Wander was also used in a video by the Honeywell Corp for one of their product releases.
"Cowboy" is a song that can tell a million different stories, as it was written to be a story song. While I was working on it, the story formed, and from that it influenced the direction of the music. After it was done, I couldn't shake the desire to make an official music video for it. With the help of some friends who owned a ranch, Cowboy was able to get filmed and brought to life. The actors in the film are my friends who own the ranch, and they did an amazing job. It was filmed over the course of two days, while working around the monsoon season rains in summer. I had a blast filming and directing them, and you couldn't ask for any better professionalism from the actors/friends... They nailed it! I never could have predicted how popular the music video for it would become in the film world. It has been nominated 12 times and won 6 times for best music video in film festivals around the world.
Song Meanings - Part 3
1/18/2024
Moving on to the "Taking Flight" album, let's explore the songs; "Pulsar", "Set Free" and "Flight of Yesterday (feat. Chris Tinard)"
This album was so much fun to make. As many people know, besides being a music producer, I am also a filmmaker specializing in aerial cinematography. The whole album theme is about flight. My very first album was titled "Flight of Tomorrow", which was unpublished years ago, because really... it lacked in so many places. However some songs survived, and the "Flight of" series of songs are based off the original song on that first album.
"Pulsar" is inspired by flying through canyons, into the mountains, the deserts and other amazing places. Every now and then you need a real good, uplifting dance/trance song to get the blood flowing. Pulsar is exactly that!
"Set Free" does have to do with flight as well, but in the sense of your mind being set free to fly. There was some personal things going on in my life when I worked on the Taking Flight album, and there comes a time when you just have to let go of the nonsense and move forward. "Set Free" means setting your mind free.
"Flight of Yesterday (feat. Chris Tinard)" is my favorite version of the "Flight of" series. Chris is my best friend. You know those certain friends who will always have your back? That's Chris, and he's an absolute sweetheart! Like me, he's also an aerial cinematographer. However he has 3 Emmy nominations, so I need to get 2 more to catch up! He had a very small part in the song, but it's also the most important part. I wanted to bring something to the song that nobody would ever expect, and what better way to do that than to have a little bit of spoken lyrics in the cool down portion of the song. Not in English though, spoken in French! Chris is from France, and the tone of his voice worked well, so he was the perfect person to do it. The lyrics translated to English are... "Over the mountain tops, across the desert sands, I've been here before, Oh the Flight of Yesterday." Fun fact, Chris was the first person I ever collaborated with on a song.
Song Meanings - Part 2
1/17/2024
Let's dive into the album, "Here I Stand" and talk about the songs; "That's Life", "Road Trip" and "Song of Sharon".
The album cover was taken in my hometown in Arizona, with a portion of the Bradshaw mountains in the background.
"That's Life" is my interpretation of the stages of life. In the beginning, a kid full of questions and wonder, turning into a teenager and then young adult. Passing into your 30's to 40's and 50's. Getting to retirement age and then enjoying every minute of it. The song was inspired by a skit created by Studio C, titled "The Restaurant of Life". You can check out that skit with this link - https://youtu.be/PL5q8HOYVU0?si=Czmin2C6AZ_qLmNJ
"Road Trip" is a fun one. As a traveler who just loves to be on the open road and living in the southwest, there's a lot of interesting things to see along Route 66, especially the Old Route 66. This song describes that. Cruising down the road, good tunes on the radio, checking out all the tourist stops and meeting all kinds of people from around the world on vacations. So basically, it's an ode to Route 66.
"Song of Sharon" is a song I wrote when I was 14 years old. I created it on an old Casio keyboard that had 6 tracks, 180 second song length with no edit abilities. When I decided to put it on the album, I wanted to keep to the original as much as possible. The minimalistic sound of the song is what I created all those years ago, and I had to keep that intact. My reason for bringing the song to the album was for a dear friend of mine who was battling cancer. I dedicated it to her, and I must say the power of music works wonders! Her cancer is in remission.
Song Meanings - Part 1
1/16/2024
Ever wonder what a song title means, or what the story is about a song?
In this fun little series, I'm going to go through a few songs from each album and let you all know. :)
Starting with the Paradox album, let's go over the songs, "Palisades Drive", "Phoenix Nights" and "Twenty in Five".
"Palisades Drive" is named after a street I once lived on in Lake Havasu City, AZ. The tonality of the song represents the vibe of the area. Granted, Lake Havasu is a big party town for Spring Break, but for me, time on the lake and chillin' on the beaches was my vibe. Also, I was in a relationship with someone at the time, and in my early 20's.... so yea, it was fun.
"Phoenix Nights" is the best vibe I can create about what it's like to literally drive through Phoenix Arizona really late at night. Warm, dry air... maybe a monsoon storm in the distance and the smell of creosote trees and cacti in the air, freeway lights stretching forever and hardly a car on the road. Just open freeway (basically).
"Twenty in Five" was not the original name of this song. When I first published it, it was titled "TBC". Long story unbelievably short, I once made video assets for well known music producer who I thought was my friend. This person would sign off most every email with "TBC", meaning "To Be Continued". The song reminded me of our email exchanges, so I titled it "TBC". After all was said and done, they ended up ghosting me and erasing all public proof of our association, and it erased a few years off my resume too. So, after that I renamed the song to "Twenty in Five". Ever hear the term, "Success is the best revenge"? This other producer knew exactly what they were doing, and how it would hurt me (on every level imaginable). "Twenty in Five" means, what took them 20 years to do, I will do in 5. I have already surpassed that in less time though, especially with becoming Emmy nominated. It's also the name of my studio. Nowadays, the meaning has evolved into Tenacity more than anything. Which just happens to be the title of a song on my "Call Me Maybe" album. But that discussion is for another entry.
Starting with the Paradox album, let's go over the songs, "Palisades Drive", "Phoenix Nights" and "Twenty in Five".
"Palisades Drive" is named after a street I once lived on in Lake Havasu City, AZ. The tonality of the song represents the vibe of the area. Granted, Lake Havasu is a big party town for Spring Break, but for me, time on the lake and chillin' on the beaches was my vibe. Also, I was in a relationship with someone at the time, and in my early 20's.... so yea, it was fun.
"Phoenix Nights" is the best vibe I can create about what it's like to literally drive through Phoenix Arizona really late at night. Warm, dry air... maybe a monsoon storm in the distance and the smell of creosote trees and cacti in the air, freeway lights stretching forever and hardly a car on the road. Just open freeway (basically).
"Twenty in Five" was not the original name of this song. When I first published it, it was titled "TBC". Long story unbelievably short, I once made video assets for well known music producer who I thought was my friend. This person would sign off most every email with "TBC", meaning "To Be Continued". The song reminded me of our email exchanges, so I titled it "TBC". After all was said and done, they ended up ghosting me and erasing all public proof of our association, and it erased a few years off my resume too. So, after that I renamed the song to "Twenty in Five". Ever hear the term, "Success is the best revenge"? This other producer knew exactly what they were doing, and how it would hurt me (on every level imaginable). "Twenty in Five" means, what took them 20 years to do, I will do in 5. I have already surpassed that in less time though, especially with becoming Emmy nominated. It's also the name of my studio. Nowadays, the meaning has evolved into Tenacity more than anything. Which just happens to be the title of a song on my "Call Me Maybe" album. But that discussion is for another entry.
Another live show!
1/11/2024
This time I will be the featured guest of the United States Drone Society, on Sunday, January 14th at 6:00pm Arizona time.
From what I understand, this show will go in more depth with my work in film and music, and get to know more about who I am.
Bandztream Christmas Show
12/3/2023
Bandztream live Christmas show with Steve Gardner, John Nixon of 7and5, and Chris Ostler. A few holiday songs from 7and5 and I, and a good one from Chris. Check it out with the link below!
https://www.youtube.com/live/nrDXYkZ8qi8?si=Caq-oqrolfKeNuQq
Free For Everyone
11/26/2023
My version of "Carol of the Bells" is now available to stream on your favorite music platform, and is FREE to download on Bandcamp!
https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
Host Turns Into The Guest
11/17/2023
This Sunday, November 19, 2023, @ 2:15pm Arizona time! I'll be taking the hot seat of a live podcast I normally co-host.
If you've ever had any questions about the music or me in general, tune in and ask away because it's going to be live!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW_wKMu6U7U
2023 Rewind
11/5/2023
Usually the rewind videos that release in November are just for my film work, but this year the music was so intertwined with everything else, that it needs to be put here as well. This is 2023, as it happened.
2023 Rocky Mountain Emmys
11/4/2023
An amazing night with amazing people!
My dear friend, Chris Tinard (OrangeScreen Productions) and I were nominated for the documentary, "QCPD - The Creation of a Department", which is about the grand opening of the Queen Creek Police Department in Arizona. This is the third Emmy nomination for Chris, the first one for me.
It was a super fun night and we had such a blast!
Imaginarium Release day!
10/20/2023
New album to close the year out with! I hope you all enjoy the music, and stay awesome!
Transcend is OUT NOW!
9/22/2023
A three artist collaboration bringing the smooth and upbeat electronic sound of Maria Davis, the perfectly composed melodies and precise mixing from 7and5, and the rich live cello from Anita Barbereau!
Written, composed, produced and mixed byMaria Davis and John Nixon (7and5).Cello sessions written and performed by Anita Barbereau.Mastered by John Nixon (7and5).Single Artwork by Maria Davis.
The Waking Universe Goes to Rome
9/5/2023
The Music Video for the song, The Waking Universe (Maria Davis Impression), has been nominated for Best Music Video and the Best Original Song in the 2023 Rome Music Video Awards!
2023 Emmy Nomination
8/21/2023
Besides music, I'm also a film producer, specializing in aerial cinematography. Over the years I have amassed 13 wins and 29 nominations. Today, I have become an Emmy Nominee.
This nomination was in connection with OrangeScreen Productions, which is owned and operated by my very dear friend, Chris Tinard. The content is a documentary film "QCPD - The Creation of a Department", which was about the grand opening of the Queen Creek Police Department in Arizona. My roll in this production was Drone Pilot and PA. A huge thanks to Chris for bringing me aboard the production.
On November 4th, I will attend the black tie Emmy Gala with Chris. I just might walk away with an Emmy award. You never know, so we will see! For now though, becoming an Emmy nominee is absolutely awesome. This is a very special event, and one I'm very honored to be a part of.
In Loving Memory of KC Lyon
8/10/2023
KC Lyon, my absolute best friend and music partner, departed this world on August 2, 2023. He was a USMC Veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan during 9/11. He also owned his own PC repair shop, "PC Simplicity" in Prescott Valley, AZ, and was loved by the community. KC was the lead vocalist for the bands, Postmordia, Krawlspace, and Chaos Over Cosmos.
KC and I were the best of friends. Just as I encouraged him with his vocals, he did the same with me and my music. He was the brightest light in my life and will be forever missed. His love for everyone will always be remembered.
The top video is my personal dedication to him, with footage and pictures I took, and some selfies he did. The song in the video is "Quest of the Vox Man" from my Limitless album. It features KC singing repeated soft vocals.
The video on the bottom is from KC's YouTube channel, KCDoesVox. His last upload, "Careless Whisper", is the best vocal cover he had ever done.
I love you KC... my rock, my touchstone, my hero.
I love you KC... my rock, my touchstone, my hero.
KC Lyon
8/6/2023
This is very hard for me to write, so I will keep it short. My dear KC, who's been featured on several of my songs, has passed away.
KC was one of those people who come into your life, not by chance, but clearly directed by some divine hand. He was my best friend, and I was his. Our love and respect for each other was truly the purest form of friendship one could ever dream of having.
KC meant more to me than anyone will ever know. My buddy, my partner in music crime, my rock and touchstone. We were each others biggest fan, and everyone knew it. He screamed vocals in metal bands, but when it came to me, I was the only one who could get him to sing soft vocals. You can find his voice on my songs, "Quest of the Vox Man" (which is actually about him), "Time is the Key", and "Arizona" where he harmonizes with me in a tribal style chant.
His friendship was unconditional, and he was completely selfless with everyone. He always had my best interest in mind, as I always did with him. I could never repay him though for the biggest thing he ever did for me, and that was rescuing me in every way imaginable.
I love you KC. I always have and I always will. You're my hero, always and forever.
Maria Davis and 7and5
7/31/2023
It was going to happen eventually... I finally met up with John Nixon of 7and5 music. I was in Detroit for other reasons, but meeting up with John was absolutely a highlight. After working remotely together for over a year, producing the singles "Endless", "Ebb and Flow", and the recent album, "Synergy", it was great to finally be face to face and give a big hug!
During my time with John, I also met his brother, Tom Nixon, who is a published author and the creator of August Red music. John and Tom also have a podcast called "Out of the Main" which features discussion about yacht rock. They feature some amazing guest stars too, including Kenny Loggins, Jay Gradon and even Marc Jordan. I was able to turn the cameras on John and Tom and interview them about the podcast. You can find "Out of the Main" on Youtube and Spotify.
My need to go to Detroit was for film project, which took me on the road through 13 states, filming all of them with my drone, (Mavic Air2S). From the Mexico border to the Canada border, that's how I ended up in Detroit. A huge scenic highlight... if you ever have a chance to go to Warren Sand Dunes at Lake Michigan.... DO IT!
Special Guest Appearance
6/9/2023
I will be appearing on the Drone Seekers International live show on 6/11/2023.
I'll be talking about my music, film work, and who know what else! The link below will take you to YouTube to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/live/FLK3CHGrAfA?feature=share
KC Lyon Synergy Shirt Review
6/1/2023
KC Lyon, who has been featured on many Maria Davis songs, picked himself up a Synergy album t-shirt from Amazon. Here's his unboxing review.
You can get your own Synergy shirt by visiting the Maria Davis profile on Amazon Music.
https://music.amazon.com/artists/B06VVM91YN/maria-davis
Interview with Bold Journey
5/30/2023
Here's an interview I did with Bold Journey! Click the pic to read it.
Official Music Video #2
5/19/2023
The Waking Universe (Maria Davis Impression) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO.
This video was filmed in the Redwood Forests of Northern California by Totality Films, which just happens to be owned and run by Maria Davis.
I really hope you all enjoy this little visit to Heaven on Earth!
Official Music Video #1
5/17/2023
Walking The Twilight (7and5 Impression) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO.
Music videos are fun! In this one, you get a glimpse of 7and5 in the studio where all the magic happens. Also, some beautiful landscape cinematography from Arizona filmed by yours truly. I hope you all enjoy it!
Synergy - The Creation of an Album
5/15/2023
Ever wonder what goes into making an album? How about when it's between two artists in an epic collaboration? In this video Maria Davis and John Nixon talk about the ideas, concept and creation of the Synergy album, with a few extras made for it too.
Follow on your preferred streaming platform and get notified when a new album or single drops! - https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
Synergy Release Day!!!
5/12/2023
This is an EPIC collaboration between two artists with one single goal, make amazing music! The album is unique in every sense of the word, as both Maria Davis and 7and5 bring listeners into a world where two roads exist within a single foundation of a song.
Maria Davis & 7and5 first collaborated together on the popular single, "Endless", which released in May 2022. Later that year, Maria featured 7and5 as an additional writer for the single, "Ebb and Flow". In early 2023 the idea came about to create different songs, but have similar elements within them, which would be part 1 & 2. After a while, the idea to refer to the songs as an artists impression cemented the direction the album took. This is how Synergy came to be. Two music foundations from Maria, and two from 7and5, all completed by both artists to create an amazing 8 song album.
Maria Davis & 7and5 first collaborated together on the popular single, "Endless", which released in May 2022. Later that year, Maria featured 7and5 as an additional writer for the single, "Ebb and Flow". In early 2023 the idea came about to create different songs, but have similar elements within them, which would be part 1 & 2. After a while, the idea to refer to the songs as an artists impression cemented the direction the album took. This is how Synergy came to be. Two music foundations from Maria, and two from 7and5, all completed by both artists to create an amazing 8 song album.
Synergy Promos!
You've heard the single, "Endless"...
You've heard the single, "Ebb and Flow"...
Get ready for the EPIC eight song album, "Synergy"!
Enjoy these promos for the release of Synergy!
https://mariadavismusic.bandcamp.com/album/synergy
Interview with Canvas rebel
4/13/2023 - Here's an interview I did with Canvas Rebel last month. https://canvasrebel.com/meet-maria-davis/
2023 Emmy Awards
4/10/2023
A project I worked on in early 2022 with OrangeScreen Productions is being considered for an Emmy. Later this year I will know if it's nominated. If it is, I will be attending the Gala where the winners are announced. It's a black tie and evening gown event... I mean, it's the Emmy's so it's very formal. I'll post an update when I know the status of the entry. Crossing fingers!
The Glamis Project
2/28/2023
The release of "The Glamis Project" album. Glamis was originally created by Maria Davis as a stand alone project. Now it is combined with all other Maria Davis releases.
The single, "Ebb and Flow" was also originally released under the name Glamis. Featuring the artist, 7and5, it has now joined Maria Davis music.
New Single Dropped!
1/20/2023
From Maria Davis music, a brand new single release, "Alaska"
Check it out on your favorite streaming site!
https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
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Maria Davis & KC Lyon Podcast
12/7/2022
The very much anticipated podcast with Maria Davis and KC Lyon is here!
KC is a very dear friend of mine who has a heart of gold. He's also been a featured artist on several of my songs, "Arizona", "Quest of the Vox Man" and "Time is the Key". We also created the 3 track EP, The Unknown Door in August 2021 (Released now through Glamis on " The Metal Album").
Jump in and learn about KC's computer business, working with me on several music endeavors, and even his work with Chaos over Cosmos and Postmordia!
Call Me Maybe album is Out Now!
11/25/2022
The long awaited album is here and is available across streaming services!
A little release info for all of ya.... First and foremost, a dedication. I have yet to ever dedicate an album to anyone, however this time I'm doing it. My dear friend Chris Tinard is the lucky guy who gets it. The title of the album bears the nickname given to me by Chris, and really, he's the only one who can call me that (Maybe). Chris has been a solid rock in my life ever since I met him several years ago.... he deserves this.
Also... this is uncredited on the album info, but it is always super important to me to give credit where it is due. My friend John Nixon of 7and5 was kind enough to take the midi file for my melody of the title track and put his amazing piano sound to it. It totally brought out the song more than it was originally.
KC Lyon, a best friend of mine who has been a featured artist on many of my songs, once again lent his voice to the song, Time is the Key. There's just something about KC's voice that adds so much more to a track!
Included on the album is "Afer", featuring Navajo flute maker, artist and really good friend, Michael Goodluck. Fun fact, the flute melody was recorded in a museum of indiginous peoples (after hours), with nobody around except Michael and I. The acoustics worked so much better there than in a recording booth. Recording the music in an area that harbors the history of the Navajo was an experience I will remember forever.
Thank you to everyone out there who has been supportive of my music. Thank you for all the streams, playlist adds, SHARES and kind words. It means more to me than you will ever know!
https://mariadavismusic.bandcamp.com/album/call-me-maybe
Collab in the works
9/10/2022
A collaboration I have been wanting to do for quite some time. Michael Goodluck is a Navajo flute maker, and his music is enough to take one's breath away. I've known Michael for several years and we finally got together to get a collaboration done.
Twenty in Five Studio
8/30/2022
The studio has officially been named! It's been a long time coming!
Finding the right name was no easy task. The foundation that has been built for Maria Davis releases has been based on the phrase "Twenty in Five". It also happens to be the name of a song on the Paradox album. The meaning behind it is rooted in tenacity. No other name would better represent the studio and the continuation of the music.
In Every Way Single Release!
8/26/2022
The release day of "In Every Way" is here! The perfect summertime song to lift the spirits and have fun to! https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
The music video was super special to produce... featuring the amazing actor, Paul Lincoln Alayo!
Paul is a very dear friend of mine. We met on the set of the TV show "Timeless" back in 2018 in Santa Clarita, CA. I was there as the VIP guest of actor Goran Visnjic. I was sitting outside the studio building chatting with the crew waiting for Goran to finish an interview before heading over to rehearsals, and this guy who was decked out in old west gear complete with an awesome hat and poncho comes up to me, shakes my hand, and says it's a pleasure to see me there. I had no clue who he was. A few months later after the episode I was there for aired, I saw a picture posted on Instagram of the guy who came up to me in costume. I left a comment on the post about him coming up to me, he remembered that, and from that point on Paul and I have been great friends.
Paul has some amazing acting credits and has even worked with Clint Eastwood twice in the movies "The Mule" and "Cry Macho". Since Paul had already been directed twice by Clint and other professional directors, I had some big shoes to fill.... He was a breeze to direct though. His level of professionalism and talent knows no bounds, and we both had a lot of fun creating the music video.
Interview with Shoutout Arizona
7/25/2022
Shoutout Arizona reached out to me back in June for an interview. I go in depth about where I started in both music and film work.
https://shoutoutarizona.com/meet-maria-davis-music-producer-aerial-cinematographer/
Cowboy Music Video Receiving International Recognition!
7/20/2022
The music video was a passion project after I released the music by the same name (from my Wander album).
I never thought after filming it that it would be loved so much across the world.
Won - FWC Music and Film Awards - 2022Won - Spotlight Film Fest - 2022Won - World Film Carnival Singapore - 2022Won - Tagore International Film Festival - 2022Won - Athvikvaruni International Film Festival - 2022Won - Golden Horse International Film Festival - 2022Finalist - International Music Video Awards - 2022
Nominated - Venus Community Awards - 2022Nominated - Europe Music Awards London - 2022Nominated - Cannes Shorts Film Festival France - 2022Nominated - Travel Fest Albania - 2022Nominated - New York Flash Film Festival - 2021
Sky Shadows Release!
6/10/2022
I'm thrilled to announce the release of Sky Shadows!
For me, this album represents a culmination of exploring different sounds, genres and arrangements. While working on the songs, I decided to implement a strong piano presence in combination with synths. The result created a beautiful soundscape. The idea of using a lot of piano came from the work I did on the single, Endless, with the artist 7and5. Actually, I was nearly done with the album when Endless was finished, and before I went to master all the songs I took one last listen and decided I needed to change some of the sounds to piano. (This is why I record nearly everything in MIDI in addition to whatever sound I'm using.) By doing that, it brought so much more life to the music.
The title, Sky Shadows, came to be one day while driving out in the desert. I saw a huge cloud with the sun behind it and it was casting a deep blue shadow across the sky. I've seen that more times than I can remember, but that particular time it was so stunning and it stuck with me. I can't say I have ever heard the term "Sky Shadows" before, and it makes for a really great album and song name!
Thank you so much for all your support on my musical journey! I hope the music on this album finds you when you need it!
You can stream/buy Sky Shadows on your favorite streaming service with the link below!
https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
Endless Release!
5/6/2022
Bringing the best of both artists together in a beautiful audio experience, Maria Davis & 7and5 teamed up in an amazing collaboration to bring you the uplifting and energetic song, Endless! Out now across all streaming platforms!
I had an absolute blast working with 7and5 on this track. It truly is a perfect blending of both our sounds and I couldn't be happier with the end result. I hope you enjoy this song just as much as I did creating it!
https://mariadavismusic.bandcamp.com/track/endless
Amicus Release Day!
4/21/2022
My new single, Amicus, is now live across streaming services! This song has a ton of meaning for me and is dedicated to someone who began as a family friend 37 years ago, but has ended up as an honorary family member. Every note speaks about this person, of who she is through my eyes. She loves bass, subdrops, piano, smooth pads... all are present in the song. When writing, I tried to make the song 4:21 long because her birthday is on April 21st, but the music didn't want to be that short. So, I decided to release it on her birthday instead.
Amicus is a Latin word for "Friend". I hope everyone enjoys the song!
https://linktr.ee/mariadavismusic
TOTU Spot
4/13/2022
Outworld Sounds is back with a great lineup of artists. Featuring the track "Pulsar" from yours truly.
You can find Outworld Sounds here - https://linktr.ee/OutworldSounds - Give them some love and follow along!
Cowboy is on a roll!
4/8/2022
I am pleased to announce the music video for my song, Cowboy, is now a multiple award winning video! It has won best music video category in the World Film Carnival, Tagore international Film Festival, and the song won Outstanding Achievement in the FWC Music and Video Awards. Cowboy can be found on my Wander album. Click the music button in the menu to go to the albums and singles page. By clicking on the album cover, a new page will open to the album on Bandcamp. To watch the music video, click on "Media" and scroll down to the videos.
Springtime is here!
4/5/2022
It's a beautiful time in Arizona when spring comes! The desert is full of wildflower blooms, the saguaros start crowning with flowers, and inspiration for epic music emerges! Here's a few updates of what is in the works right now.... My good friend KC Lyon and I are working on a new project, this time a full album. Yes, for you metal fans out there... it will be a metal album! As before on our EP, The Unknown Door, all the instumental will be produced by me and KC is doing what he does best with the vocals and lyrics. There's a chance my voice might end up somewhere on the album too. We'll see.
Also, and it's too early to release any details about this, but a collaboration is in the beginning stages with an amazing artist who I know you all will love! Stay tuned for more updates coming in the near future!