NYA’s “Let Go” ties together pop, R&B, and EDM is a touching and introspective track. A powerful beat is threaded through Let GO, while NYA’s vocals are tremendously effecting from the first note until the final utterance on the single. The rising and falling action of this single will keep listeners firmly on the edges of their seats. I feel that Let Go is distinct enough for fans to take…
The Howlin’ Souls – “Free & Young” link together 1960s and 1970s rock (Detroit rock, psychedelic, and surf) into a slinky, soulful sound that is reminiscent of early The Rolling Stones and Iggy Pop. Strong guitar work here bolsters the grittier vocals; bits of a blues and honky tonk approach can be discerned here. Fans of Alice Cooper will find something that they can appreciate with The Howlin’ Souls; this…
Zander Bleck’s “Alive” is an epic track. Bleck’s vocals resound loudly over an emotionally intense track that brings in hints of goth and Joshua Tree-era U2. With a harmony that is hard to top, Alive is truly timeless. The careful instrumentation that comprises the backbone of the track stands up to repeat plays. The dynamic between guitar/drum and guitar/vocals are stunning; chiaroscuro (dark/light) is used to great effect here. We…
Veronica Bianqui’s Victim is an alt-rock track that brings in some interesting inclusion; the heavy rock sound that issued from from Detroit, the swirling eddys of mid-1990s alt music, and hints of the 1960s singers (e.g. Nancy Sinatra, Joan Baez) in Veronica’s vocals. A fun track that will bury itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners, Victim is one of the best tracks that we have heard this…
Mr. Flannery and His Feelings’ “Embers Of Dead Fires” is an indie rock track that showcases a number of influences and styles. There are hints of Bright Eyes and Death Cab for Cutie in the vocals, while the jangling guitars and noisy production speaks to the fuzzy sounds of mid-oughts emo (The Appleseed Cast, The Anniversary). What results in Embers of Dead Fires is an effort that is beautiful, expansive,…
Brooklyn Queen’s “EMOJI” calls back to a middle-oughts pop style. The twinkling sound of the production works well to provide a further boost to her vocals, while the interspersed visual scenes (showcasing BQ in detention) provide a bit more information about the performer. The track’s overall sound is catchy and feels destined for radio rotation; the subject matter speaks to anyone that is going through a hard day and needs…
Wyclef Jean – What Happened to Love’s a high-energy track that shines due to the inclusion of the vocals of Lunch Money Lewis. The retro sound of this single is reminiscent of the sunny style of the early 1990s. The shuffling beat, sizzling vocals, and shifting styles make for an effort that will slot into playlists easily. The spontaneous sound of What Happened to Love gives it legs; there are…
Rich Chigga’s “Glow Like Dat” is a dreamy sort of rap track that shines due to Chigga’s intense wordplay. The melodies that Chigga contributes to this single makes for a fuller sounding single than a great many rap tracks clogging radio play and playlists.
Oriel Poole’s Homegirl is an interesting pop track that takes on a number of distinct styles. This means that there are nods here to 1980s new wave, 1990s dance, and bits of glitch and trip-hop. The retro sound of the instrumentation will please fans of artists like MGMT and Passion Pit, while the sultry vocals laid down by Poole during Homegirl exudes tremendous cool.
Julia Othmer’s Hungry Days (Make Me Feel) is an effort that builds off of a rich pop tradition. Othmer’s vocals take hints of Pink and Kelly Clarkson and adds hints of Nancy Sinatra, all while a high energy blend of rock and electronic styles create a compelling backing beat.
Melissa Robertson’s ‘He’s A Writer Of Songs’ is a powerful track that draws upon the 1970s singer-songwriter; Robertson is able to build off of the framework of performers like Carole King and Karen Carpenter. The instrumentation presented to fans on He’s A Writer Of Songs ties together pop, country, and folk styles. Melissa’s vocals are the focal point on this single, rising and falling with tremendous care. These vocals, while confident…
Londale’s Let’s Take A Ride is a mid-tempo effort that is tremendously touching, emotionally intense effort. The dynamic between the lyric and vocal sides pushes each to an entirely higher plateau. The drum / guitar back and forth creates the backdrop upon which the weathered, slightly gritty vocals can shine. The track does well in showcasing the weariness of life and how refreshing the titular activity would be. Let’s Take…
On Quaker Hill, Kala Farnham is able to establish a unique style that ties together 1960s pop, folk, and country music. With an instrumentation firmly located in the bluegrass / folk style, Quaker Hill is a track that is bouncy, emotionally intense, and ultimately appreciable by anyone that has ever felt like a fish out of water. The production of Quaker Hill allows each instrument and lyric to shine on…
Gas grills are easy to use, efficient and can be used to cook food in a matter of minutes. They will boost the performance and versatility of your kitchen as they are capable of cooking a variety of dishes. However, purchasing the best grill and BBQ takes time and lots of considerations. This is because of the wide variety of grills available in the market today. Here are a few…
There is a rich array of sounds that Masaki Hanakata can included on his current release, the Bremen Soundtrack. Donkey’s Fanfare is a track that is deceptively deep, and is doubly so when one considers that the track does not break the two minute mark. The song draws from an earlier (19th/early 20th) folk sound, while adopting hints of Celtic music. The track is instrumental, but Hanakata is able to…
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You must have heard plenty of things about Salesforce DX, the latest version of Salesforce that is in the advanced stages of making an appearance. The new tool will give developers more opportunities in developing and managing apps on the Salesforce platform in a new way across the entire lifecycle. Users of the new tool can expect a much more flexible and forceful platform of development that would fulfill many…
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Summer is just around the corner. While visions of sun dresses for women and chiseled chest muscles for men dance around in our heads, so does the mild dread that we don’t yet have the perfect beach bod of our dreams. If you have been keeping up basic fitness over the Winter, and are ready to both maintain and improve your overall weight and muscle tone, then this is the…
Natalie Paige Bentley’s “Ride Home” defies genre convention. The track unites indie rock, sedate singer-songwriter, and world music styles. The track ties together organic and electronic, loud and soft, and exists as a testament to Bentley’s ability to seamlessly meld together disparate styles. Natalie’s vocals, the focal part of Ride Home, add a bit of humanity to immaculately arranged guitars and drums. The instrumental side of things echoes and resounds…