Building a Business, Raising a Family: How Melissa and Rick Caballo Navigate Marriage, Leadership, and the Cost of “Having It All”

Success stories in the music industry often follow a familiar arc—risk, hustle, breakthrough. But what happens when that story unfolds inside a marriage? For Melissa Core-Caballo and her husband, Rick Caballo, building Dead Horse Branding wasn’t just about launching a company. It was about building a life, one that would eventually stretch across continents, industries, and the deeply personal realities of parenthood. And like many … Continue reading Building a Business, Raising a Family: How Melissa and Rick Caballo Navigate Marriage, Leadership, and the Cost of “Having It All”

Erin Duvall Finds Strength, Clarity, and Power in “Back to Me”

With her latest single, “Back to Me,” Erin Duvall delivers more than just a country-rock anthem — she delivers a personal declaration of identity, resilience, and hard-earned peace. The track feels less like a comeback and more like a moment of arrival, capturing the emotional clarity that comes after years of navigating storms both personal and professional. Built on a driving, rootsy foundation, “Back to Me” blends country … Continue reading Erin Duvall Finds Strength, Clarity, and Power in “Back to Me”

Album Review: Turning Pages Out Now! Stefanie Michaela Takes Back Her Story, Proving It’s Never Too Late Late To Rewrite Your Life

With Turning Pages, Stefanie Michaela delivers a deeply personal and sonically polished return that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Blending elements of Pop and R&B with emotionally driven songwriting, the album showcases her signature powerhouse vocal delivery while leaning into themes of resilience, reinvention, and self-ownership. From the opening moments, Turning Pages establishes itself as a narrative-driven project. Each track feels intentional, unfolding like chapters in a … Continue reading Album Review: Turning Pages Out Now! Stefanie Michaela Takes Back Her Story, Proving It’s Never Too Late Late To Rewrite Your Life

Stefanie Michaela Turns the Page at The Mint LA – January 16

A Night Featuring Songs Written and Produced with Grammy-Winning Producers This January, Turn the Page – and Win Your Way to an Unforgettable Night. Join the movement, and start your next chapter Moms, dreamers, and anyone ready to start a new chapter—here’s your chance to join Stefanie Michaela at The Mint LA on January 16 for an unforgettable night of music, empowerment, and inspiration. Two … Continue reading Stefanie Michaela Turns the Page at The Mint LA – January 16

Stefanie Michaela Proves Dreams Have No Limits with “Anything Is Possible”

Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Stefanie Michaela delivers a soaring, heartfelt anthem with her new single and music video, “Anything Is Possible.” Co-written with legendary hitmakers Steve Dorff (Songwriters Hall of Fame; three-time Grammy, six-time Emmy nominee) and Michael Jay (over 75 million records sold worldwide; co-wrote Martika’s #1 hit “Toy Soldiers” and Celine Dion’s Grammy-winning “Declaration of Love”) and produced by Grammy-winning Keith Thomas, the track captures the essence of optimism, self-belief, and taking bold … Continue reading Stefanie Michaela Proves Dreams Have No Limits with “Anything Is Possible”

STANFORD FINE ART PRESENTS “TIMELESS COLLISION

A GROUNDBREAKING FUSION OF CLASSICAL AND CONTEMPORARY ART CURATED BY LEGENDARY ARTISTS Featuring International Artist Revi Ferrer Where the Old Masters Meet Today’s Rebels In A Visionary Celebration of Art, Design, and Innovation On Thursday, November 20, Stanford Fine Art in Belle Meade will open its doors for Timeless Collision, a captivating evening that bridges centuries of artistic expression. Curated by Legendary Artists and featuring … Continue reading STANFORD FINE ART PRESENTS “TIMELESS COLLISION

Lavendine – Deep Blue

A Soaring Testament to Faith, Resilience, and the Healing Power of Harmony By the time the first notes of Deep Blue wash over you, it’s clear that sister duo Lavendine isn’t here to simply make music—they’re here to move souls. Produced by Mark Needham (The Killers, Fleetwood Mac, Imagine Dragons), the album unfolds like a cinematic tide—pulling listeners into its emotional depths and carrying them toward catharsis. At its core, Deep Blue is … Continue reading Lavendine – Deep Blue

Review: The Spikes — First Light LP and Focus Track & Music Video “Garden Song”

Focus Track “Garden Song”: An Eight-Track Exploration of Emotion, Open to Personal Interpretation and the Complexities of Life, Love, and Loneliness LP Review: The Spikes – First Light With First Light, The Spikes crafts a world where darkness doesn’t suffocate—it reveals. Across eight meticulously sculpted tracks, the Rome-born, Berlin-based artist transforms tension and tenderness into a cinematic meditation on emotion, memory, and meaning. At its center lies “Garden … Continue reading Review: The Spikes — First Light LP and Focus Track & Music Video “Garden Song”

Dead Horse Branding (DHB) Celebrates 10 Years of Cutting-Edge Strategy in Music, Branding, and Talent Development

Marking a Decade of Impact, DHB continues to Revolutionize Brand Development  Dead Horse Branding (DHB) proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of groundbreaking work across music, talent, lifestyle, and brand development industries. Founded in 2015 by Melissa Core-Caballo and Rick Caballo, DHB has carved a unique niche as a multi-vertical brand development agency for artists and companies alike. Corporate clients seek out DHB’s … Continue reading Dead Horse Branding (DHB) Celebrates 10 Years of Cutting-Edge Strategy in Music, Branding, and Talent Development

Review: Ross Flora – The Garden

Nashville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Ross Flora has always walked the line between Southern Rock grit and Appalachian storytelling soul. On his new EP, The Garden, he finds his most natural footing yet—digging into memory, bloodlines, and the lessons of resilience with songs as rooted as the Virginia dirt he grew up tending. Listen Here The title track, co-written with his father, Millard Flora, anchors the project in both … Continue reading Review: Ross Flora – The Garden