Geri, a 5m4m contributor, shares her insights about musical artist Olly Murs. This post is part of a promotional campaign for Olly Murs and Walmart Soundcheck Risers. While we were paid to promote this artist, all opinions remain our own.
Okay, I’ll say it. I’ve been a little out of touch with the music scene lately. Not out of touch like stuck in the 80’s. Just not always sure who I’m hearing when I listen to tunes. There are a lot of new artists coming out with whom I am not familiar. Lucky for me I have teenagers who help me catch up when I turn on the radio and ask “Who sings this song?” We just had this conversation a few days ago when my boys were singing along to a song I had not heard before. Not only do I love this guy’s music, I love his name: Olly Murs.
Murs got his big break musically as the runner up on season six of The X Factor (U.K.) and recently opened for the boy band One Direction during their tour. Olly has proven that he is a talented vocal artist with hit singles like Dance with Me Tonight and Please Don’t Let Me Go, which were both chart toppers in the U.K.
Now he is breaking into the U.S. market and working with some pretty big names in the industry. Walmart’s Soundcheck Risers, which features Olly Murs discussing his new album, “Right Place, Right Time” reveals why he wanted to work with rapper Flor Rida on the Troublemaker track from this album. Olly also talks about how he feels regarding his new found fame.
My kids and I really enjoyed the “behind the scenes” interview and upbeat tempo of the song Troublemaker. We decided to add some of his music to our road trip playlist this summer. But my boys made me promise that I would not dance the way I was dancing when I listened to Olly’s song the first time. Apparently my dance moves do not look as cool as I think they do. Whatevs. Even though I said I wouldn’t dance? I’m gonna. Cuz I’m a Troublemaker.
Like what you see? Wanna here more? You can check out more of his work on Olly’s YouTube channel, then go pick up his “Right Place, Right Time” CD at Walmart.
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What is your favorite part about the Risers?
Geri Chase is mom to 2 hilarious boys and wife to an insanely funny husband, all of whom like to remind her that the fact that she is a girl does not give her immunity from their testosterone induced humor. While she pretends not to be amused, she secretly laughs herself silly over their antics and frequently blogs about life and family friendly products over at I Am Boymom.
I like the option to browse the songs
I like that you can preview before you purchase
I like that you can preview it before purchase. That is a big plus in my book.
I like that you can get a preview (prehear? is that a word?) of the song before you purchase it.
I like that you can browse through songs.
I like being able to browse the songs.
interviews always give such great insight!!
liked the interview
the music for me
I like listening to the music & hearing the interviews.
I just thought he was adorable!
He seemed like a warm personality in the interview.
I like the interviews, too – his was cute. talking about having thriller on vinyl – love that!
i like the interviews
Browsing songs and the interviews are wonderful
you can browse the artists.
i enjoyed the browsing and the interviews are great!
I’m a little out of touch with the music world right now, too, so I like the ability to browse through songs.
I like the interviews
I loved the song Right Place Right Time – thank you.
i liked the interview and getting a behind the scenes view! i love that song!
I like when Olly Murs is discussing his inspiration for his song “Trouble Maker” & that you can browse other artists by using the drop down menu.
I enjoyed browsing through the songs, plus the interviews 🙂
I love their the accents!
Love the interview!
I like the interview.
I like that finding songs is easy
i like the interviews
I enjoyed the interviews.
I like that you can browse the songs.
i like that you can here a little of each song
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I like the interviews
I enjoyed the interviews
I enjoyed the interviews
I like the interviews!
I liked how easy it is to browse the songs
I liked hearing him talk about the processes of putting together his album.
I liked going through all the songs.
I loved all information about new artists, listening to brand new music and liked hearing their interviews.
Oh I love the interviews they do and love to watch them sing! I really enjoyed watching Olly Murs sing! Had never heard of him before! Will have to check out the CD!
i like that u can watch interviews with different artists
I like that they have featured artist
I like the interviews!
Checking out the music and the accent is awesome! 😀
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I like the interviews
I Liked The Interview The Best!
I liked having an opportunity to hear the artists’ take on his music.
I love Ellie Goulding, so that was a nice addition to the Risers site!
LOVE Olly Murs; he’s amazing live.
I like that you can get interviews with artists, but hearing their songs is always ideal.
I liked the interviews.
I love the interviews!
Browsing the songs is nice!
I love hearing his accent and taking about making troublemakers video
I like that you can through the songs.
the interviews were good
I liked the interviews
It’s great listening to new music and interviews!
I like how easy it is to use.. some of these things can get a little complicated but this is easy!
love the accent,an he seems really nice an casual
I liked in his interview where he said the song is Cheeky. I like being able to see different artist before you buy their music.
Checking out the songs
The interviews is what I like best!
The music is just fun to listen too
easy to browse and who doesn’t like interviews!
I like the interview.
It’s fun listening to him talk, and hearing how it came about, what he says about Americans, too! cute!
Being able to browse the songs is my favorite.
I like listening to the music & hearing the interviews.
Thanks for the giveaway!
I like Olly’s smile and accent in the interview!
I just loved listening to Olly’s accent. His music is great fun, too!
i like getting information about new artists and listening to their interviews
I enjoyed the interviews.
i like the interviews
Browsing songs is very helpful and easy.
I love the interview he just seemed so real in it, and you an browse songs and other artists.
I like that you can browse the artists.