In their short time together as a band, South Africa’s Crimson Chrysalis has earned a reputation as some of the best new purveyors of art rock working today. Their sophomore album Enraptured features eleven songs primarily in the art rock vein, but Chrysalis show inclinations for branching out unexpectedly. The five musicians and vocalist share…
Bri Ingram’s “I Am” EP is masterful pop confection weaving together elements of country, rock, and the blues. With such a wide range Bri Ingram is able to convey quite a variety of emotions from the triumphant to the downtrodden. Even in the darkest corners of the EP Bri Ingram’s voice provides the light required.…
Starting the show off strong is Shayna Leign’s infinitely catchy “Last Criminal”. A perfectly composed piece of pop it hits all the right emotional notes as it dwells on the challenges of relationships. With a melodic progression that grows in intensity it is a beautiful work of art. Lunden Reign’s “Love In Free Fall” follows…
Mesa, Arizona born singer/songwriter Sydney Alese’s release Time might initially appear to be yet another entry in the Blonde Female Pop Singer Sweepstakes, but even the briefest listen to the album will dispel such notions. Her young age is no deterrent to writing songs reverberating with the experience and observations of an unusually perceptive and…
“I’ve been in problematic situations with producers and major labels over the last few years; either people tried to take the project in direction that felt artificial, or I had to sign on for a career without creative involvement. I needed to make something honest and raw. Something strange and vulnerable. Something thoughtful and free.…
With careful attention to detail Tumbler’s “You Said” is an articulate lush take on chamber pop. At times reminiscent of Grizzly Bear’s restraint and good take, the album works best when taken in as a whole. Distinctive vocals and creative arrangements the songs have a dreamy, surreal quality to them. Separate little stories rise out…
There are many ways the origin of a band name is created. But rarely is it derived from the essence of the music they play. In the case of the band “Downtown Mystic” it is just what the leader, Robert Allen envisioned. On his way up to Boston he saw a wooden sign, probably years…
CASH CASH “DEVIL” Hailed for their infectious dance-pop original tracks, vibrant remix productions as well as their energetic live DJ sets on festival main stages and clubs spanning across the globe – Cash Cash has garnered global recognition and support from renowned DJs and peers, including Tiesto, Hardwell, Zedd, Nicky Romero, captivating dance music insiders…
MaryLeigh Roohan has traveled far and wide to perfect her songwriting abilities. After getting her start at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs NY, Roohan moved to Scotland for a year and consistently refined her craft and performed in pubs. Since moving back to the states, she has played everywhere from intimate cafes to wild festivals…
LA underground hero and founder of the acclaimed Night Bass parties, AC Slater, has released his latest EP Take The Night, out today via OWSLA. LA Weekly has lauded Night Bass as “The Most Exciting New Dance Party in the City,” a vibe that AC captures flawlessly on this 4-song EP. Take The Night infuses…
The Dear Hunter is the main project of multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter Casey Crescenzo. From the beginning, it was a high-concept project: Casey mapped out multi-page treatments for a six-album story arc about the birth, life, and abrupt death of a boy, set at the dawn of the 20th century. Act I: The Lake South,…
David Sinclair Four’s “4” does the blues justice. This is the heart and soul of rock and roll. While plenty of bands have moved away or watered down the blues, David Sinclair lives it. Lyrically the pieces emphasize this exhaustion. Behind him is a band particularly adept at highlighting this sort of malaise with life.…
Can’t help but almost be slightly amused by the music-industry and its fickle nature when listening to this new EP from Impending Lies; back in my Jurassic-day, a band like this would have been snapped-up instantly by major labels all bearing the vicious fruit of the post-grunge era. Oddly enough…many of those suits’n’ties are still…
With some of the most warm & inviting sounds you’ll hear this year, Gabe Close opens his new EP with comforting tones of home, with lyrics and sentiment that’s relatable and easy to take in on “Weary Mind.” With a slight twinge of Tom Petty-ish style, this opening melody is fantastically realized and starts off…
Ya gotta love this…definitely the sound of a man that knows what he’s doing here on The Way by Bud Summers. With a solid groove established in jazz/blues-infused rock, his rhythms on this album sound natural, honest & professional all at the same time. It’s outside of my normal genres…but nothing I’d shy away from…
International pop star Rita Ora releases her new single, “Body On Me” (featuring Chris Brown) via Roc Nation/Columbia. The sultry track beautifully melds their two distinctive voices to underscore the theme of instinctual desire. Emmis Communications’ Hot 97 New York and Power 106 Los Angeles premiered “Body On Me” yesterday on air and via their…
Today, August 7, Sneaky Bones will release his latest album, Dream of the End, the highly anticipated follow-up to 2014’s 7″ Eternity/Have You. On Dream of the End, Bean takes center stage on an array of instruments from vocals, guitars, pedal steel, bass, piano, arranging and production; showcasing his talent as a multi-instrumentalist. He has…
RAYLAND BAXTER’S NEW ALBUM NOW STREAMING Rayland Baxter’s anticipated new full-length album, Imaginary Man, is now streaming in full exclusively at The New York Times. Of the music The New York Times praises, “Nashville may be the capital of country music, but it’s also seen its share of top rock acts, including Jack White’s Raconteurs,…
Opting for a career in finance is a very smart idea. This is because there are so many different areas of practice in the field. The choice of career that you take can be really tricky. However, if you take some time to consider several options, then you can be sure that you will be…
There is a strong mix of emotions on Joseph Pagano’s latest EP Time And Colors, his second release of the year to be exact, following February’s release of the Graveyard Of Dreams EP. This is our first introduction to this indie/alternative-rock artist and his tender, sincere approach to his music; at times it has edge,…
Pat Baer is a true singer/songwriter with Rock & Roll roots where timing is everything. Out of the music scene since the 90s, Pat Bear proves that her new single “Make The Best Of It” was well worth the wait. And the best part is that the topic & meaing behind this new song is…
Girl On The Run’s “Get Out Of My Life” rejects the negativity that can influence a life and embraces positivity. Such things can be difficult to do. Oftentimes the negativity of life can feel all-encompassing as if there is no escape. Ultimately however it is up to each individual to find their own happiness in…
The Left Ready are a three piece rock band from Montana and their latest release, Ghost, is a five song EP looking to build on the success of 2014’s self-titled debut. Their first release enjoyed considerable success with college radio outlets and help earn them high profile performances at the 2015 SXSW event in Austin,…
In the midst of Alison Wonderland’s rigorous global tour schedule, the Australia native producer and DJ has unveiled a brand new video for “Take It To Reality” feat. SAFIA -the 3rd official single from her lauded debut album RUN which dropped on Astralworks earlier this year and debuted at #1 on the iTunes Electronic Albums…
Chicago’s YP has finally unleashed the visual to, in many peoples’ opinion, the hottest track on his recently released studio project, “Untitled.” The bar-b-que set visual is the perfect accompanyment to Xtreme’s lazy days of sumer beat which musters the feeling of the warm sun on your face and makes you literally glad to be…
NORDICK ROCK QUEEN MARTINA EDOFF TOUR PREVIEW Having previously worked with a variety of artists (Dr. Alban, E-Type, the Poodles, etc.), singer Martina Edoff is ready to return to where her original musical love – classic hard rock – with the release of her solo debut, ‘Unity’ on October 16th via Into Records (distributed by…
Parkview is the debut full length album by Stephen Caulfield. Written, performed and produced entirely by Stephen, Parkview was recorded over a number of years in a self-built studio that looks out over the local park. Parkview is an album of 11 songs that showcases Stephen’s ability as a singer-songwriter on piano and guitar, whilst…
Nestled in the winds of small town praire life, Brady Enslen’s songs embody the nostalgic simplicity of growing up on the rural plains. On this, his debut offering, Enslen’s steady-going guitar playing and thoughtful melodies create a palpable backdrop for his honest and meaningful lyrics. Through these songs of love and innocence, trains, geography, and…
Nathassia being half Dutch & half Indian, emanates a rare & mesmerising quality. Her music and live performances bring together both eastern and western cultures in spellbinding style. Already described as “THE NEW FACE OF DANCE CULTURE”, “TORI AMOS FOR THE KISS FM GENERATION”, “PJ HARVEY FOR THE CLUB ENVIRONMENT” & “THIS GENERATIONS KATE BUSH”…
Your colon is a long tube that forms an important part of your intestines. Its job is removing water and nutrients from the food you have already digested. The leftover material, which is known as stool, is shifted to the rectum till it leaves the body through anus. The colon is an important body-cleansing organ…
I was relieved to see that looking into the posting of this single to Troy Lindsey’s social-media/Facebook page yielded the answers to the questions I had about this new song “Outlaw Love” he’s put out. Some of you out there are already aware of my status in terms of musical knowledge – it’s all out…
Playing a dual role as a label executive and recording artist, Mikel Knight wears many hats and is known as The ‘Country Rap King’. But the pseudonyms don’t stop there; the Maverick of Music Row, Urban Cowboy, and Rainmaker top the list of MK’s aliases. The serious-minded businessman who is more calculating than a Texas…
BIGBANG VIDEO FOR “ZUTTER (GD&T.O.P)” M.A.D.E. (available worldwide September 1st via YG Entertainment) and the last of the M.A.D.E. SERIES, digital single E, is out today! Rappers GD and T.O.P have come together as a unit for the first time in five years on “Zutter (GD&T.O.P)”, returning to their original passion of traditional hip-hop, while…
A native of Hudson Bay, Saskatchenwan, Kalsey’s battle with cancer at the age of seventeen inspired her to adopt the mantra, Sing And Be Heard; one that she has carried with her throughout her musical journey. That mantra radiates through her music, inspiring people and drawing listeners to her unique sound. The infectious mix of…
Italian fashion has long been coveted by celebrities, models, and women of all social classes. Fendi is a popular Italian fashion house offering a wide array of merchandise to the luxury market. This design house offers exquisite accessories for men and women, although at a high price. A cheaper alternative is replica bags and accessories,…
Wolkoff is the new endeavor from Joanie Wolkoff, the former lead singer of Her Habits, and her Talismans EP is a collaboration w/ rising producer Icarus Moth. Each textural coil and anomaly in his hallmark engineering broadens the spectrum of genres present on Talismans, paying homage to world dance music, deep house, N64 sound bites,…
On today’s episode we have the talented Xavier Toscano. He breaks it down on what he is up to in 5 Questions! 1: Where are we talking from today and how is your summer going so far? Hi, I am in San Jose, CA and my summer is going very well. Thanks for asking! 2:…
LISTEN TO GIRAFFAGE’S “HELLO/BE WITH YOU” (SLOW MAGIC REMIX) Riding high on the success of his recent No Reason EP, Giraffage is set to embark on the new co-headlining North American So Cute! Tour with fellow producer Slow Magic. The trek kicks off November 4th in Dallas, TX and will also feature Daktyl and Lindsay…
“More You Wanna,” is a R&B-infused slow-jam. Slow motion bass bumps through this track, dowsed in desire. Male and female vocals layer over each other in alluring poise, toeing the line between danger and unadulterated passion. Anna’s raw vocal timbre makes listeners want to hit that repeat button. Check out and download Anna Renee’s “More…
Davey Suicide has released “The Hole is Where the Heart Is” music video from the sophomore album “World Wide Suicide”, which is available now on iTunes. Davey Suicide is ruling the underground by fusing the live aesthetic of an arena rock show into a club setting. The Los Angeles insurgent injects gutter grit and theatrics…
