I am a sucker for true singer-songwriters and Loretta Hagen fits the bill on that note without question! Loretta’s latest song titled “Not Now” delivers the goods and takes the listener on one incredible & reflective journey. Loretta Hagen is able to capture the true spirit and sentiment of the song, which is to keep…
What an incredibly refreshing listen here as Robby Rothschild captures my attention from beginning to end. This is an artist with a true voice & vision who performs each song from the heart. Robby Rothschild invites you to take a round-trip listen taking in all of the unique chords and melodies along the way. One…
If only we knew ‘What Lies Ahead’ for us or maybe not such a good idea since I’m a firm believer in living in the present. And speaking of the here and now, I have to admit after hearing this 2015 album for the first time in 2021, I was blown away! I’m a sucker…
First thing that I noticed when I hit play on ‘The Blue Sky Sessions’ was the stellar guitar playing by KD Bantz. KD isn’t just a super-talented guitarist but he also adds in vocals, dobro and harmonica on the new album. ‘The Blue Sky Sessions’ also includes: Tim Beeler on bass, Will Brown on percussion,…
Tony Cobain is a talented recording artist, actor, comedian and writer who just released an exciting new single titled “The City”. This song is featured on the new album called ‘Different Energy’ and I have to say that Tony Cobain has a way of bringing the story to life through music. There is also an…
“What If” I told you that Tia McGraff is a singer-songwriter sensation that is beyond belief? I hope you would be intrigued and ask yourself “What If” he’s telling the truth and this Tia McGraff is the real deal. I can honestly and wholeheartedly confess to you that I tell no lies and that Tia…
If you’re looking for something unique to the bone, then look no further! Swallows is the name of the band and ‘In the Shadow of the Seven Stars’ is their latest release. There is a pronounced, dark element on this album that seems to hover over each track. Swallows brings originality to the table tenfold…
Trace The Sun embodies everything that the sun is by spreading warm sunshine to all who stop and listen. The music speaks for itself with BIG, bright notes hitting you from all directions on the new EP fittingly titled ‘Trace The Sun’. This group claims that they “create music to make you smile, move your…
Singer/Songwriter, Richard Schroder is coming strong with his latest single titled “The One I Run To”. This new release from the Boston-based, Nashville recording artist is certainly one worth checking out as flocks of people will be running toward this single. Richard has a unique way of crafting a song into an enjoyable track that…
Gitit Shoval is an award-winning vocalist from Israel and she invites you to take a spiritual journey into the world of Jewish culture. By way of traditional prayers and psalms, Gitit wants listeners to be ‘Connected’ on the new record. What makes this project even more special is that the album also includes Gitit’s husband,…
Kristi Flagg has been out of the music game since the late 90s, but she is back now and better than ever with her latest release, ‘Brave New View’. After many years away from the music scene, Kristi got an itch to write and create songs again proving you can’t keep a good singer/songwriter down!…
The Relentless Rapper, The Hip-Hop Assassin, The Rap Ninja is back for more with a new release titled ‘From My Brain To You’. His name is Flippin’ Gothic Fabp and don’t forget it! I’ve had the chance to work with this NYC-based artist many times now and he never disappoints! I’m always amazed by the…
Nothing crazy at all about Madeline Rosene and her latest release, “Talking To Myself”, because she sounds very much sane and in control. This brand new song is featured on Madeline’s full-length album titled ‘Raised On Porn’ and the Indie Pop artist certainly made a bold statement with this featured single. Watch out for Madeline…
I’ve had the pleasure to write a number of articles now on this super-talented singer/songwriter from the Phoenix, Arizona area and she never ceases to amaze me with her natural abilities. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again while shouting to the Heavens and that is that this girl can SING! Every time…
Get ready to dive into the wild world of digital media through the eyes & minds of real life artists. “InstaBAND—Surviving The Streaming Revolution” is an exciting, new music documentary that focuses on the good & bad associated with this digital age of music we are now in. The viewers will get valuable feedback from…
Get ready for a blazing, hot new single titled “Bad Bad” that is SO SO Fresh! Young E Class is the man on the mic and the track also features vocalist Jazz Anderson. Both artists are keeping it real and bringing the heat on “Bad Bad”. You can tell that hip-hop means a lot to…
One might think that with a title like ‘Here Comes The End Of The World’ that the material will be all grim and dreary. But quite the contrary my good people because this new release from Balkun Brothers is everything but dismal. ‘Here Comes The End Of The World’ doesn’t sound so bad after all…
The very first thing that comes to mind when I hit play on this new record by Joe Hodgson is that he’s not too shabby at all on guitar. Actually, Joe is one hell of a guitarist who is able to capture your attention simply by strumming those strings. I’m shocked that this is a…
More of this and more of that; we all strive for more of something sometimes and Silverback Colony makes no exceptions with their latest release titled “I Want More”. This alt-country/rock band has seen a lot of changes since 2011 with many different, contributing members throughout the United States. This particular project consists of: Gabriel…
Calling this new release by Partington & Sweeney a throwback album would be an understatement to say the least. Reason being is because this eclectic duo has decided to travel all the way back to the 19th and 20th centuries in America. Their latest album titled ‘Commonplaces’ focuses on the immigrants, farmers and factory workers…
Michael Cleary is a talented artist who has been playing with his Michael Cleary Band for close to 30 years. During that time span, Michael Cleary Band has released six highly acclaimed albums but now it is time for Michael Cleary to spread his wings a little and find his own way. ‘Last Man Standing’…
Harrison Avery aka DJ Hello loves all types of music from A-Z and pretty much everything under the sun. His latest EP, ‘Hello’, focuses on the wonderful world of electronica with elements of dance, EDM and dubstep along with other styles of digitized music. The listener will hear DJ Hello honing in on his craft…
Jim Stanard is a talented singer/songwriter who has a knack for storytelling as you will hear when you listen to his new album titled ‘Color Outside The Lines’. This is Jim’s second album with his debut release coming back in 2018 with ‘Bucket List’. Jim proves that he is a true wordsmith on ‘Color Outside…
I’ve had the pleasure to work with Les Fradkin numerous times in the past and I have yet to be disappointed with his material. Les is an award-winning songwriter/composer, highly-skilled guitarist and a pioneer of MIDI guitar. The 21st Century “New Media” artist is a man of many layers and has continued to peel away…
Chicago’s own Misha Swain is coming out swinging on the mic with her latest release titled ‘She’. The new EP features 8 blazing tracks that highlights Misha in a dominating fashion. This savvy rapper proves that she can own the stage and rhyme with the best of them on ‘She’. Misha Swain worked with Grammy-nominated…
The first thing that comes to mind when I think of Sophie Dorsten is: BIG VOICE! This young artist from the Phoenix, Arizona area can sing with the best of them proving that she has the chops to go a long way in the music business. I honestly think that Sophie could sing the alphabet…
Get ready to light the candles and crack open the bubbly as Ayeasha serves up the main course with her latest single, “Old Fashion Romance”. This California, soul singer delivers a heated performance with her new song. “Old Fashion Romance” will pull you in and provide one enjoyable listening experience from beginning to end. “Old…
Many people say you have to have faith and one thing is for certain and that is that this particular Faith is hitting all the right, heavenly notes! This young Indie artist is dropping her debut single/video titled “Sweet Fantasy” and what an utter delight it is! It’s hard to believe that this song is…
Philip Scott Poli has been active in the Toronto area music scene for many years as a tenor vocalist for the band The Fabulous Haircuts. However, ‘One Sky’ is Poli’s first solo album and what a fantastic One it is! Spanning a decade’s worth of creative thoughts & material, ‘One Sky’ digs deep and supplies…
Get ready for a musical duo that will knock your socks off with their third album titled ‘Shadow of the Cyclone’. Aaron Nathans is a guitarist/songwriter from Philadelphia and Michael G. Ronstadt is a cellist/songwriter based in Cincinnati. Together, these artists have created music that speaks volumes and offers much depth. With 11 songs on…
If you enjoy the classic folk/folk-rock songs of yesteryear, then you’ll LOVE this new album from Long Island, NY-based trio, Gathering Time. ‘Old Friends’ is composed of 13 reimagined covers of well-known, 60s/70s hits performed brilliantly by Gathering Time. From start to finish, Gathering Time is completely in sync and proves that timeless music never…
Start spreading ‘The Les Fradkin News’ because this is by far the most crucial project to date for the multifaceted artist, producer, keyboardist, songwriter, composer and MIDI guitarist, Les Fradkin. What makes this new release extra special is that it serves as a premonition record for Les based off of songs he wrote and recorded…
I recently had the pleasure to interview Director/Producer Bob Rose along with his wife and Co-Producer, Margie Rose, to discuss the exciting new film called “InstaBAND”. The documentary is all about the Indie artists of today “Surviving The Streaming Revolution”. You can SKOPE out the Feature right here and be sure to also check out…
Nothing sinful at all with this latest single from Bigg Homie Sin as “Therapy” will add some bounce to your step. This may be a therapeutic release for Bigg Homie Sin & Feel Banks because they appear to be hitting on relevant topics that hit home for many. Bigg Homie Sin & Feel Banks are…
Tom Ciurczak is originally a New Yorker who relocated to the West Coast in his early twenties. Now in Los Angeles, California, Tom has music running through his veins. Tom has been writing songs since the young age of 12 and even played in numerous rock bands back in his New York days. Tom Ciurczak…
Two hungry rappers hailing from Texas and Louisiana are excited to release their new record titled ‘Inside The People- The Sequel’. Los Musick & P.A.T. Louisiana’s Finest certainly have southern roots but before you jump the gun and think “Dirty South” style…FREEZE! Hold up, stop, wait and forget it when it comes to that predetermined…
This MC from New York is just simply relentless! Flippin’ Gothic Fabp consistently churns out track after track with no end in sight! I’ve been fortunate enough to listen to many of Fabp’s songs over the years and review the material. What I can honestly tell you is that Flippin’ Gothic Fabp is constantly evolving…
The man behind Seven Crows is violinist, composer & band leader Chris Murphy and get ready for an electric wonderland full of different moods & soundscapes. “Secrets of Navigation” is the title track on the full album by Seven Crows and I have to say that this track is smooth sailing at its finest. This…
I have to say that this is one crafty take on the original, which was originally performed by Pat Benatar. Pat Benatar rocked the hell out of “Invincible” back in the day and now Cyborg Asylum gives its own, futuristic spin on the brand new single. With elements of: electro post-industrial alt-rock, Cyborg Asylum is…
Bloomr came to play and they are not messing around on the new release titled “Vamanos”. This single has an overload of energy that never fizzles out from beginning to end. Bloomr will have you hook, line and sinker throughout the entire track, so all I have to say is “Vamanos”! Bloomr was started by…
