Ghost Of, a new rock band based in Savannah, Georgia, are getting ready to release their first single “Lost in my Mind.” Ghost Of are collaborating with Director Todd Wood to film the official music video to “Lost in my Mind.”

Ghost Of consist of former Dead Stays Alive bassist, songwriter and Savannah native Tony Allen, singer and co-writer Alex Gold, guitarist James Lee Smith, and drummer Nick Barnhill.

Tony Allen, who has reached previous successes with Dead Stays Alive, is excited to unveil Ghost Of. Allen plays the bass guitar and writes much of the band’s music and lyrics. Allen has obtained achievements throughout his 8 year music career including making the Top 40s Rock list in the U.S., holding a spot on the Top 10 Rock requests in Italy, being featured in magazines such as O.K., UsWeekly, Virgin Radio’s Italian magazine The Rocket, and The South magazine.

E! Television ran a feature story on Allen, 99x interviewed the bassist, and Extra TV claimed an exclusive interview with Allen. Allen and his music have also received reviews from Wildysworld.com and Popcruch.com. Singer Alex Gold comes from a well-versed early career in Hip-Hop.

Gold, at 22, has received many honors in the music industry. Gold’s single “Doubted” was featured on the popular mix tape “Coast 2 Coast 50: the Celebration Edition” alongside major artists like T.I. and Yung Joc. Gold was booked as an opening act for Soulja Boy’s “Tell ‘Em Tour” stop in Savannah, GA.

He received a contract offer from local label 9Twelve Records to be their signature artist as a solo rapper. Gold performed the first and only live rap show at Savannah’s esteemed Saya Lounge, along with many other performances and appearances at popular Savannah clubs and bars.

Guitarist James Lee Smith has over 16 years of playing experience. Smith is one of the most sought after guitarists in the southeast and says he is influenced by the likes of George Benson, Earl Klugh and Stevie Wonder. A former member of local groups Savannah Avenue and One Sound Band, Smith continues to perform and write original music with both on occasion.

Smith has played with celebrated and Grammy nominated artists, including Trae Gurley, Jackson Evans, Billy Currington and Greg Williams. Professionally trained, Smith’s sound consists of a unique blend of jazz, bluegrass, and rock. Ghost Of put emphasis on Smith’s eclectic guitar style.

Nick Barnhill claims his spot on the drums. Barnhill hails from Savannah, Georgia, and has perfected his skills on drums over the last nine years. He has played with several bands throughout the Southeast region of the country. Barnhill is trained by Mark Vaquer, a legend in the local music scene who has more than 30 years of experience performing with the likes of The Long Awaited, Shut Up and Drive, and Monajam, as well as touring in the Mystic Orchestra – The Classic Rock Experience.

Multiple Georgia Press Association-award winning “Lost in my Mind” video director Todd Wood has worked as a cinematographer and as an international photojournalist earning a reputation for capturing memorable news and sports images. Wood has been contracted by ESPN for his unique and brilliant skill. Wood’s talent and knowledge have enabled him to form a creative and recognizable look to his work.

Multi-platinum Atlanta-based record producer Joel Mullis, who requested to work with Ghost Of on this single, speaks highly of the potential this group contains. Mullis has worked with many well-known talents, including Shinedown, Ludacris, Bubba Sparxx, Gucci Mane, Yung Joc, YoungBloodz, Faith Evans, and the Ying Yang Twins.

Ghost Of describe their sound as “haunting guitar rock with Gold’s soulful vocals adding to the ethereal experience.” The music has a bold bass sound, a rhythm undeniably deep and strong, and guitar tones that are yet to be exploited. Ghost Of are excited for the upcoming release, and to give the public their first taste of what this band is bringing to Rock music as a genre. Their first single “Lost in my Mind” is new, fresh, and, as their band name alludes to… haunting.

The single “Lost in my Mind” is mastered by multi-platinum engineer Chris Griffin. Griffin has worked with Live and Drivin N Cryin. Ghost Of are rehearsing in preparation for their upcoming projects including a full LP projected to be completed later this year with “Lost in my Mind” expected to be released in the next month.

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This is a concept that would be any guys dream. Sex with one of your closets friends with no emotional attachment. It’s a good idea in your head, but in reality something happens and you’re the ones responsible for taking care of it. That’s what this romantic comedy is centered around two good longtime friends Adam, Ashton Kutcher,and Emma,Natalie Portman,deciding to be sex buddies.

In this movie we follow Adam who is living in his father’s shadow,Kevin Kline,working for a ‘Glee’ type show. He wants to get the respect he deserves but all anyone ever does is repeat his father catch phrase ’Great Scot!’ It’s when he finds out that his father is now sleeping with his ditzy ex-girlfriend he jumps into the arms of his best-friend.

Kutcher delivers a pretty nice performance in this movie; it’s been refreshing to not see him play that idiot he has played numerous times before. It’s roles like these that is really making him shine in the romantic comedy world. Kutcher getting better at playing guys who are more real and we can empathize with more. Emma is kind of the opposite. She’s a doctor who works long, long hours and likes to be alone. She feels that she doesn’t want to be emotionally attached because she would never have to time to give someone all of her attention.

Portman who is mainly known for her more serious roles and can better be seen in a Toto, really shows her stuff in this movie. Portman just always known for being such a serious type of actress and along comes this comedy and she delivers it as if she had been doing it for years. Portman is a true talent and another congratulations on her big win.

Not only does this movie have a stellar main cast but supporting cats as well. There The Office’s Mindy Kaling and Ludacris aka Chris Bridges as Adam’s bar fiend who actually shows off some comedy in the film. It was nice to him play a character where there wasn’t a gun in his hand. A good supporting cast is necessary in a film like this and this ne sure did it’s job. They’re witty yet kind of awkward sense of humor really made the movie stand out. One of the most interesting choices in the supporting cast was by far Kevin Kline. It doesn’t seem like the kind of movie he would do.  But the character he delivered was quite delightful and very fitting to his comedic ability. He and Kutcher had an interesting father/son chemistry that is unexpected but adorable to watch.

This is for sure one of the better romantic comedies directed by the legendary Ivan Rietman. He brought over his classic humor but mixed it up to appeal to a more modern audience. This film was very lucky to have such a legendary comedic director on board. But unfortunately this film has some competition this year with another movie coming out with the same concept starring Justin Timberlake and Milia Kunis entitled Friends with Benefits. Only after viewing the trailer for that movie did I know that this would be a better version than what is about to come out.

This was overall a delightful film with some enjoyable people. Portman has always been known as a dramatic actress but after seeing this she should do some more romantic comedies because I think she shines even brighter in roles like these.

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