UPC: 045011025185

Title: What the World Needs Now
Artists: Matt Johnson, Shortcut Sunny

Composer: Burt F. Bacharach
Lyricist: Hal David

Arranged, Recorded and Mixed:
~ Matt Johnson @ Dolce & Nuit Productions, and
~ Shortcut Sunny @ January 18 Studios.

Mastered:
~ Brian Lipski at The SoundLAB

Musicians:
~ Shortcut Sunny, vocals
~ Matt Johnson, piano
~ Andrew Toy, drums/percussion
~ Christopher Brown, acoustic bass


UPC: 045011025185
ISRC: USUX32202518

Duration: 3:39
Release Date: July 15, 2022

POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS

“OMG!! Your version is even better than the original! Great! I've just added your song to my playlist and it will be there for a month, at least!”
  VTContar - Social Media Blogger

"Great classic rendition of a classic song. Soulful lead vocals totally had me hooked. Dynamic live kit drumming backbone grooves. Tender melody lines. Rolling keys. Great playing. Feels like it's own thing. The flow of the track feels fresh. You've made it your own…and I appreciate the artistry here!"
  Music on the Moon - Spotify

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"Your song, "What the World Needs Now" is a beautiful work. I have loved your expressive voice, which together with an organic and excellent instrumental accompaniment, is capable of transporting the listener to captivating musical atmosphere."
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   Natiii - Spotify

"The change in melodies is quite tasteful, and its instrumental arrangement is accomplished and engaging. It's got a bit of jazz vibe going on which the vocals complemented well.”
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   Picky Magazine - Blogger

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   Anton Panasiuk - Spotify

"This is wonderful! The instrumentals are mesmerizing and the vocal performance is splendid.”
   Heartbeat - YouTube Channel

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   Zoe Konez - Spotify

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   Loudness - Blogger

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   The Skadoosh - Spotify

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   Somos Grandes - Blogger

“Good and unique interpretation of ‘What the World Needs Now.’” Lovely piano, soulful vocals, we like the feel good sound & the positive vibe.”
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   The Lowdown Magazine - Publication

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