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A rising star in the R&B music community and an artist tipped for big things, Gia Valentine is consistently gaining acclaim and reverence thanks to her cutting-edge sound and phenomenal vocals. She has managed to keep up with the times by infusing her own distinct flavor into her music. ‘Empress’ is […]
A profound journey of self-discovery and healing, “The Gospel of Getting Free” is Lara Taubman‘s new album, released on June 21st. Taubman combines influences such as Leonard Cohen and Patti Smith into a rich tapestry of sounds influenced by Americana and gospel-inspired folk. While this album continues the melancholy, heartbroken […]
David Benson, known to the music world as Said Sara recently released ‘Then There You Are,’ a track about listening to your feelings and finding the answers in nature and in the stars. The greats of the ’70s influenced Benson when he was a child: Cat Stevens, Jim Croce, James Taylor, […]
A year after releasing the highly acclaimed EP ‘Since Venezuela‘, Nashville-based duo Blackpool Mecca returns with their uplifting new single ‘Pavement‘ for 2024. It is all about a relationship you think is going okay but you ultimately know you must take different paths. “The chorus is from the perspective of […]
Aurora by Noon is an Austrian alternative rock band whose debut album, “Black Crosses in the Sun,” contains the powerful track ‘In The Shelter of Mother Earth.’ In addition to showcasing their classic rock sound, this song offers a profound message that is centered on social and environmental issues. Their […]
Hooooooooooly shit. Every once in a while, when reviewing albums, I encounter something truly beautiful. While wading through all the repetitive albums out there, I came across a real gem. This time, that diamond is The Neuromaniacs’ latest, and what a diamond it is! The Neuromaniacs came out of nowhere […]
Charming things come in small packages. Midwave Breaks is a two-piece independent alternative rock band from New Zealand. It is a modern take on the soundtrack of their youth – epitomized by ’80s-’90s alternative rock/pop – evoking hints of Springsteen. They are based in Tauranga and comprise multi-instrumentalist Bruce Conlon […]
Bedford-based multi-instrumentalist Rob Muir, the artist behind Luna Waves, has released a dreamy pop-rock single titled ‘Half Awake,’ which serves as the lead track off his fourth album “Comedowns.” Luna Waves’ latest song has a lot to take in as every listen seems to reveal new layers of sound that […]
Are you the type of person to fantasize about dream-pop vocals with synth instrumentation? Well, I’ll be damned, you’re in the right place! When I say these music submissions have yielded some of my favorite bands, I don’t exaggerate at all. You may have guessed that this review will be […]
Music has long been a passion for Swedish country rock/pop band Portraits & Tales, and since their first release, they have worked intensely and released several tracks. ‘What If I Was’ however, is dedicated to their children, and is a stunningly crafted country track with all the makings of a […]