Sammi Rae Murciano’s Reflection is a powerful statement. Rich vocals soar out above the track, while the backing instrumentation provides a solid backdrop upon which Sammi Rae’s vocals can shiner. The R&B meets pop sound of Reflection is catchy, emotionally effecting, and fits right alongside the rotation/playlist of pop and R&B charts.
The Johnny Mac Band’s Ace is a funky rock track that blends together a thick bass line, and sizzling guitar work into a must-listen. The vocals draw upon a sixties style in the same vein of Credence Clearwater Revival and early Led Zeppelin. The tremendous guitar work laid down on Ace will have listeners repeating the single; this is such a deep and detailed line that it stands up nicely…
Jackson Legg is an artist that has caught our attention with the song “OverEasy (She’s Always)”. The single is a hard rocking tune with heartfelt lyrics, the sound is similar to early U2, splashed with a harder slightly faster sound. Jackson’s voice is perfectly matched with his instrumentation allowing the song to flow smoothly but still grab your attention. The production is solid with no mismatched sounding areas to the…
Venus Theory begin their Nightwalker EP with Fire, a song that ties together EDM styles with dub step and trip-hop (e.g. Portishead, Massive Attack). This first track does a great job in tying together the natural and electronic elements of life; one can hear a more organic sound alongside the sequenced percussion and wobble. Afraid to Let Go is another hit for Venus Theory. The female vocals have a perfect…
Marker 7-58 opens up Brendan McMahon’s EP, Universalist. The touching and careful arrangements during this first track will stoke listeners’ attention. The gradual coming in of an engrossing instrumentation keeps things interesting as McMahon moves through the track. Atmospheric guitars, emotive vocals, and a twinkling instrumentation make for an introductory effort that is nothing less than fantastic.
Voice Of Addiction’s “The Lost Art Of Empathy” EP is a furious album that continues to kick listeners’ asses from the beginning salvo Rustbelt all the way to the final effort Are We Even Human Anymore. Along the way, the band is able to distinguish themselves from the other punk acts currently kicking. Rustbelt is a track that builds off of the Unwritten Law and Bad Religion playbook. The band goes all in…
Jason Gisser has created his own style of music with his latest release, The River EP. The lush production showcases Gisser’s own inimitable style coupled with talented instrumentation contributed by the rest of the band. The titular effort on The River is a rock track that touches upon artists as diverse as the Black Crowes, Blues Traveler, and Credence Clearwater Revival. Particular high notes during this effort have to be…
Pain is something no one wants to experience but like many other bad things in life, it is inevitable. Many people suffer joint, back and neck pain throughout their lives. If you are living in pain, you have most likely tried many options available with no success. If you haven’t tried professional chiropractor services, it is time to learn how manual therapies can treat that nagging pain that is threatening…
Allelujah’s “Chariots On Fire” is a fully engrossing effort that deftly ties together hints of alternative and indie rock. During this effort, the act is able to touch upon Weezer, Cake, the Apple Records sound of the 1970s and Bright Eyes. The passion and charisma that issues forth during this single is considerable; while the vocals are able to tell a story, the glorious instrumentation will keep fans focused in…
The Winter Sounds’ “Heartbeats” is an atmospheric piece of indie rock that shines with soaring arrangements, rich vocals, and a desire to change up tempo on a dime. What the band does with Heartbeats is craft something that will bury itself deep into the hearts of listeners. There are hints of emo, Killers-esque rock, and ska that can all be discerned here. A rapid tempo punctuates this single, getting fans…
Clay Melton’s Secrets is an assertive rock track that has enough of the way of pop influence to keep fans focused on in. There are hints of Jet and The White Stripes here, but the raw roar of Melton here calls back to an earlier Detroit tradition. A smart production allows the sizzling guitar work and thick, ropy bass lines ample chance to shine. Secrets is a catchy track that…
Nalani & Sarina’s TED Talk is a nice insight about the nuances of the music business. Where a great many performers have little to no idea concerning the dark side of the music business, this pair of twins are able to blend music and information in an easy to digest format.
Jace The Great’s “Celebration” is a positively sunny effort, one the blends together a street-smart blend of rap music with a lush production and attention to Jace’s craft. The beat is infectious to the degree that it will tattoo itself deep into a listener’s psyche, while Sonyae Elise’s feature provides further variation to the single. The straight-forward aspect of Jace The Great’s flow will appease fans of a number of…
Pat Scarlett’s “You Make It Alright” is a track that ties together 1980s performers like Suzanne Vega and Siouxsie and the Banshees. A thick bass line and sequenced drum line build the environment for You Make It Alright, upon which a smokier set of vocals reside. A bit of industrial / goth fuzz-laden guitars and drums wash over the track at points, boosting the overall momentum before Pat moves back…
Brett Gleason’s “Alive” is a tremendously engrossing effort. The raw passion and emotion of Gleason’s vocals are matched perfectly with a tempestuous guitar line. While outwardly simple (a guitar and a vocalist), Alive’s overall sound is deep and detailed – there is such a rich dynamic that is crafted through the song’s run time that fans will continue to focus in throughout the track. “Expiration Date” is a slower track…
Natalise + the Sunset Run’s Love Unconditional builds up into something fantastic from a soft and sedate sound. The rising and ebbing of the single will have listeners firmly on the edges of their seat. A touching set of strings and orchestral instrumentation make for a fully-formed thought; this is one of the headiest and most fulfilling efforts we’ve heard. The ability of Natalise + the Sunset Run to deftly…
This Alice Cooper DVD set – including the 1976 “Welcome To My Nightmare” concert film as well as a TV special (“Alice Cooper: The Nightmare”) from the year before – manages to do the seemingly impossible, being both nostalgically dated and simultaneously timeless.
Among all machines for cardio exercises, the elliptical machine is perhaps the most overlooked. Maybe people think working out on it is boring or too easy. However, science supports the fact that elliptical workouts are just as beneficial as workouts on the Stairmaster or treadmill, if not more.
We were lucky enough to find out about a service that works well in this age of taking photos online. The MyPostcard website takes pictures of all types and places and allows users to put pictures on postcards and greeting cards. There is a considerable amount of templates that one can make use of, ensuring that they can continue to spice things up if they would like to use the…
Bark control collars were created to control dogs that bark excessively/incessantly. They work differently depending on the type of collar chosen. Generally, barking collars detect vibration in a dog’s vocal cords and this activates a stimulus that warns the dog that there are negative consequences for barking.