'The Independent Music Show Magazine' April, 01, 2026 | Artist Spotlights: Julie Ann Kennedy, Bad Boy Troy, Monet Sky Band, And John Michael Ferrari

Julie Ann Kennedy "You Ain't Seen Crazy Yet"

15/August/25 GENRE: COUNTRY

Julie Ann Kennedy - You Ain't Seen Crazy Yet album cover

I wrote this song about my true experience involving an abusive relationship. He thought he was “God’s gift to women, and always bragged about how “crazy” he was. His attitude was that he thought he was Prince Charming, wearing his crown and flaunting his abusive authority; hence, my lyric, “I climb back up and rip off your ‘IMAGINARY CROWN’.

He always underestimated me , thinking I was a weak woman who would follow his orders. So my hook in the song is, “ YOU AINT SEEN CRAZY YET”. I am showing him and telling him he will never be able to push me around.

Bad Boy Troy "Not Guilty"

15/August/25 GENRE: ROCK

Bad Boy Troy - Not Guilty album cover

Troy Q. Tipton aka Bad Boy Troy is an International Recording Artist signed to MR Records an Australian label with worldwide distribution. Troy has just finished his new album "Not Guilty" which will release in September 2025. but, the title track single "Not Guilty" is being released now to radio stations across the world by Stephen’s Indie Picks.

Troy's history includes; played guitar for Sly Fox, Tommy Tutone, Dave Evans original AC/DC singer and John Schlitt original Headeast singer. toured opening for acts such as BLACK SABBATH, CHEAP TRICK, ATLANTA RYTHYM SECTION, PABLO CRUISE, NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, LOVERBOY, A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS, GREAT WHITE, KIP WINGER, BLACK STONE CHERRY, THE JETS, ZAPP, READY FOR THE WORLD, KOOL & THE GANG and many others.

MONET SKY BAND "POUNDING MY HEAD"

GENRE: POP 15/August/25

Monet Sky Band - Kim Hayley cover art

The song Pounding My Head explores the emotional toll of unrequited love, capturing the relentless ache of giving your heart to someone who won’t—or can’t—give theirs in return. The lyrics express a raw, internal struggle, as if each unanswered gesture and silent rejection echoes like a pounding in the narrator’s mind.

Inspired by the frustration and vulnerability that come from trying to hold on to something one-sided, the song channels that tension into a powerful, emotional release. It's a reflection on how love can become both a beautiful offering and a heavy burden when it's not reciprocated.

John Michael Ferrari "When Love Is Love"

GENRE: COUNTRY/AMERICANA 15/August/25

Recording artist, singer songwriter John Michael Ferrari is a storyteller who transforms life experiences into emotional songs. He seasons his creations with sophistication and a dash of playfulness. This multiple award-winning singer-songwriter, music arranger, and entertainer loves being on stage.

“There’s never a stranger in the audience.” -John Michael Ferrari

Most recent single is "When Love Is Love" Written by John Michael Ferrari, Pepper Jay, David Easterling, & Sophie Love