Little Rock, AR, June 06, 2024 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– MTS’ country soul sensation Zach McKenzie has released the highly anticipated music video for his latest single, “The Day that I Found You,” which recently achieved an impressive #7 position on the UK iTunes chart. The music video, now available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWeCZqBvJjA is a heartwarming visual narrative that adds depth to McKenzie’s soulful and heartfelt track.
Directed by the talented Joe Lane, the video features Josh Pryor portraying a young Zach McKenzie, reminiscing about the pivotal moment when he performed at a club and met his wife, Rossy. Samantha Valadez stars as Rossy throughout the video, capturing the essence of their love story. In a touching finale, the real-life Rossy makes a cameo appearance alongside Zach McKenzie, adding an authentic touch to the story.“The Day that I Found You,” released on March 29, 2024, highlights McKenzie’s powerful vocals and emotive songwriting, promising to captivate listeners with its raw emotion and relatable lyrics. The track was produced by Lee Turner of 2twenty2 Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. Born in 1987 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Zachary Wayne McKenzie discovered his passion for music at a young age, influenced by his family’s regular church attendance. He honed his musical talents in high school choir before embarking on a professional music career.
McKenzie’s journey to stardom began with his victory in the 2012 Arkansas Idol, leading to a successful audition for the 12th season of American Idol, where he impressed judges Mariah Carey, Randy Jackson, Nikki Minaj, and Keith Urban. Although his American Idol journey ended during the group stage, McKenzie’s talent continued to shine through various performances in Nashville and across Arkansas over the past fifteen years.
In addition to his music career, McKenzie has ventured into filmmaking, debuting as a screenwriter and director with the 2022 short film, “Joanett Road.” His diverse talents and creative vision establish him as a multifaceted artist with a promising future.
“The Day that I Found You” stands as a testament to Zach McKenzie’s artistry and musicality, blending Country, Soul, and Gospel influences. With its honest lyrics and heartfelt delivery, the song is set to resonate deeply with audiences, further cementing McKenzie’s status as a rising star in the music industry.
For more information about Zach McKenzie and his music, please visit his official linktree: https://linktr.ee/zachmckenziemusic.
Los Angeles, CA, November 10, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– LA-based R&B/Soul and Hip Hop artist Jules the Lion returns with “Love After Love,” a soulful hip-hop ballad that captures the spark of finding love again after heartbreak. Produced, mixed, and mastered by award-winning musician Tom Goss, the track blends nostalgic soul textures with timeless lyricism — the kind of sound that makes you remember how love is supposed to feel.
“When I met the girl who healed my heart, I had to write her this song,” says Jules. “Love After Love is for anyone who’s ever thought they’d never find that feeling again — until they did.”
As the title track of Jules the Lion’s forthcoming EP, Love After Love charts the artist’s journey from heartbreak to wholeness. Across clever bars and velvety vocals, Jules blends sensuality, spirituality, and soul with the honesty of modern hip hop.
Known as “the pansexual sonic lovechild of Marvin Gaye and Ms. Lauryn Hill,” Jules the Lion brings a fresh, inclusive voice to the R&B landscape, celebrating love in all its forms and frequencies.
“Love After Love” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
For press inquiries, interviews, or advance listening opportunities, contact iamjulesthelion@gmail.com
Follow Jules the Lion: Instagram: @unpolishedjules
Santa Rosa, CA, November 10, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Keyboardist Mark Robertson joins the other two co-founders of the band “Christmas” Jeff Pilson and Charles Tapp on this new song “Turn It Around” along with guitarist Alec Fuhrman who Mark played and recorded with in the band “Cairo.”
Since the three albums with “Cairo” on Magna Carta Records, Mark became a jet pilot and owns and runs a corporate jet management business. Mark’s progressive rock keyboard influences Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman do show a bit on this recording.
This is the second year in a row Jeff Pilson while touring with the band “Foreigner” has taken time to record with “Christmas.”
Keyboardist Peter Pennhallow who played with drummer Charles Tapp in the band “Eye Timmy” rounds out this 5-piece ensemble. Pride and Joy Music Germany released a 3 CD Boxed Set in 2023 of “Eye Timmy.”
This new song “Turn It Around” is available on November 10 at Apple, Amazon, Spotify and other music outlets. There is a new video to go with the song as well on YouTube. This is the third recording Mark has done this century with The band “Christmas.” The other two are “Christmas All Year” from 2007 and 2015’s “Sussex Carol.” Welcome back Mark.
