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Marsha Bartenetti Releases Joyful New Single “Hallelujah I Just Love Him So”

Published

11 months ago

May 28, 2025

A Fresh Take on the Ray Charles Classic

Acclaimed vocalist Marsha Bartenetti is set to release her latest single, “Hallelujah I Just Love Him So,” on May 18, 2025, offering an infectious, swing-infused take on the Ray Charles rhythm & blues classic. This gender-flipped version—originally titled “Hallelujah I Love Her So”—brims with authenticity, heartfelt vocals, and an electrifying arrangement that brings new light to a timeless tune.

Recorded at the renowned Ocean Way Studios in Nashville and finished at Blue Moon Studios in Agoura Hills, CA, the track features a stellar lineup of musicians including:

Kevin Madill – Piano

Aaron Currie – Electric Guitar

Stephan Oberhoff – Hammond B3 Organ

Marcus Finnie – Drums

Danny O’Lannerghty – Bass

Brian Scanlon – Saxophone

Overdubs and vocals were captured under the careful engineering of Joe Vannelli, with production by Stephan Oberhoff, Donny Marrow, and Marsha Bartenetti. The track was mixed by Oberhoff at The Creation Station East in Fairview, TN, and mastered by Grammy-winner Eric Boulanger at The Bakery in Los Angeles.

Described as “joyous, infectious, and a driving swing shuffle,” Bartenetti’s interpretation gives room for three of her featured soloists to stretch out and shine, telling a musical story that’s as vibrant as it is heartfelt.

Since returning to the stage in 2015, Bartenetti has released four studio albums and two singles through Disk Eyes Productions, with producers Donny Marrow and Stephan Oberhoff at the helm. Her recent singles will be compiled into a forthcoming 2025 EP.

Marsha’s music is available internationally via Amazon, iTunes, Apple Music, YouTube, and Spotify.

A smooth, expressive singer with a signature tone and emotional depth, Bartenetti is known for crossing genres in pursuit of great lyrics, always delivering with sincerity and soul. Her performances at celebrated Los Angeles venues such as Herb Alpert’s Vibrato, Catalina Jazz Club, and Upstairs at Vitello’s have earned her standing ovations and devoted fans.

Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Bartenetti first broke into the music scene in the late 1960s, performing with her then-husband’s band and sharing bills with acts like The Youngbloods. In 1980, she was named Best Vocalist by the American Songwriter’s Association International Contest, which opened the door to collaborations at Motown Records with legendary writers Ken Hirsch and Ron Miller—whose hits include “For Once In My Life,” “If I Could,” and “Touch Me In The Morning.”

Bartenetti honed her voice under the guidance of iconic vocal coach Judy Davis, whose roster included the likes of Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, and Judy Garland.

With “Hallelujah I Just Love Him So,” Marsha Bartenetti proves once again that great songs live forever—and when delivered by a voice this rich, they soar even higher.

We Speak Electronic

Reece Rosé Bottles the Feeling on “Misbehaving”

Published

1 day ago

May 1, 2026

Joni Jones

Reece Rosé is not trying to reinvent the wheel. He is here to remind you why it worked in the first place. With “Misbehaving”, the rising electronic artist taps into something instantly familiar, then flips it into a feel-good house cut that lands right where nostalgia meets the dancefloor.

Teaming up with Capri Everitt, Reece Rosé leans into warm textures and groove-driven production that echo the roots of early ’90s house and UK garage. The result is effortless but intentional. Smooth chords, playful rhythms, and just enough bounce to keep things moving without overcomplicating the mood.

“Misbehaving” plays like a memory you did not realize you still had. Late nights, no responsibilities, music loud enough to blur everything else. It pulls from that space where time felt slower but nights somehow lasted longer. “It’s a reminder of those carefree high school days, when life felt simple, the nights felt endless, and the only thing that mattered was the music and the memories we were making,” Rosé explains. And that feeling runs through every second of the track.

What makes it click is that it never gets stuck in the past. The influences are clear, but the execution stays sharp and current. This is not revival for the sake of it. It is a continuation. Rosé understands the DNA of dance music and builds on it, keeping the energy light, summery, and forward-facing.

That balance is quickly becoming his signature. With international airplay on Kiss FM UK and Insomniac Radio, plus support from names like AC Slater, Zeds Dead, Boombox Cartel, DJ Q, REH4B, and DJ Craze, his momentum is building in all the right places. On Beatport, his releases are already making noise, proving that his sound connects both in clubs and beyond.

“Misbehaving” does not try too hard. It does not need to. It is light, nostalgic, and built to move. The kind of track that makes you look back for a second, then pulls you straight into the moment.