Author: Sargeant

Posted on: August 21, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Melbourne’s Nostalgia goes soulful with “Freak”

Melbourne, Australia’s Nostalgia does an erogenous, sexy R&B track that deftly takes up hints of EDM and ambient to create something building off of the blueprint laid down by The Weeknd and Frank Ocean. Hints of 808s & Heartbreak-era Kanye can be heard threaded through the production. Nostalgia’s Freak is a track that could easily make it onto R&B or pop rotation; the starkly brilliant production that represents the framework…

Posted on: August 21, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Xaye FoxX – Sensual Ft. Nitty Scott MC

Sensual is a laid-back rap track that will impress through intricate wordplay and a stellar dynamic between the vocal and instrumental sides. Where the outward sound of Sensual feels pretty light and airy, there is considerable depth that bubbles just below the surface. Hints of R&B, reggae, and even classical guitar can be discerned here.

Posted on: August 21, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Madame Mayhem – Monster

Madame Mayhem’s Monster is a powerful hard rock / metal track that utilizes hints of goth and industrial to create something richly emotive. The track deftly blends the bright voice of Madame Mayhem with intricate guitar lines, a thick and ropy bass line, and drum fills for days.

Posted on: August 21, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

Sitting Down with Luca Brassy

What’s your story? How’d you fall into rap? I didn’t get into music in the traditional way.  Most artists start really young and idolize a lot of different artists.  My forte was actually professional wrestling until I was 18.  My career in wrestling was cut short due to circumstances beyond my own control and I became a young, angry, and defiant kid.  That’s when I discovered music and it saved…

Posted on: August 20, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

KORR-A Treats Listeners to Cali Love

KORR-A’s Cali Love is an eclectic sort of pop track, with KORR-A building off the framework of Lil Mama, Fergie, and Gwen Stefani. A robust set of horns and thick EDM/dubstep beats keep things interesting from beginning to end. KORR-A’s vocals rise and fall, cutting like a knife and caressing listeners’ ears within the space of a few seconds.

Posted on: August 20, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Blue Helix – Aliens

Blue Helix creates a tremendously emotive rock track with Aliens, blending together vocals that are inspiring with splashy drums and sizzling guitars. The extended instrumental interlude at the three-minute mark keeps the energy high and listeners on the edges of their seats, giving fans some idea of the power of Blue Helix.

Posted on: August 19, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Top Reasons to Do an MBA

If you are a student today, there is a massive range of different career fields for you to study and pursue, not to mention an abundance of educated people to compete with for said careers. With so many different career choices out there which you could go for, finding the right graduate program can often be challenging. But, if you are looking to get a good career in business, you…

Posted on: August 17, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

SONIA – Lucky Stars EP

Time to Run is a powerful cross-over track that touches upon R&B, dubstep, indie-rock, and industrial genres. The supersonic vocals laid down here by SONIA stand out, ensuring that the track can stand up to high rotation on radio. The titular effort on the Lucky Stars EP tells a tremendous story, further bolstered by bold synths and picture-perfect percussion. Hints of Morcheeba, Massive Attack, AWOLNATION, and Christina Aguilera; the distinct sides…

Posted on: August 15, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Ed Sterling Stone – Treat Her Like A Lady

Ed Sterling Stone’s Treat Her Like A Lady is an effort that brings together jazz, R&B, and even a hint of soul and funk into a cohesive entity. This instrumental track showcases a wife array of emotions through Ed’s passionate guitar work.

Posted on: August 15, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

C.U.L.T.U.R.E. Interview

Today, we are speaking with Baltimore’s C.U.L.T.U.R.E.. How did you get into hip-hop? Hey James first and foremost thank you for taking the time to sit down and speak with me in regards to my artistry and brand.

Posted on: August 13, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Hieroglyphic (Barrel Aged Imperial Saison)

The overall saison style is something I can get behind. There is typically a good amount of wheat, hay, and pepper that can be discerned. We received Hieroglyphic from Raleigh, North Carolina’s Gizmo BrewWorks a little bit ago and finally had a second to test it out. Hieroglyphic is the first barrel-aged imperial saison we’ve reviewed; the brew needs a few seconds in a glass to properly breathe. When one takes…

Posted on: August 12, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Jack of None – Who’s Listening to Van Gogh’s Ear

Hotel Carcass is the first track on Who’s Listening to Van Gogh’s Ear, the debut album from Jack of None. The track has the dark emotion of The Cure, hints of twee-pop, and bits and bobs of electronic, ambient, and jazz stylings. The sheer depth of this initial composition ensures that listeners will be on the edges of their seats, having no idea where Jack of None will ultimately take them.

Posted on: August 12, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

of Montreal “it’s different for girls”

of Montreal create a track that looks back to Emotional Rescue-era Rolling Stones, linking the sound with hints of Franz Ferdinand and Momus. The twinkling instrumentation, shuffling beat, and echo is used to great impact.

Posted on: August 11, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Jonah Cruzz “Multiply”

Jonah Cruzz creates a street-smart, intricate style of rap that builds off of the work of Big K.R.I.T., Kendrick Lamar and Lil’ Wayne. The blend of haunting strings and speedy delivery make this into a perfect smoking song.

Posted on: August 11, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

What makes a good motivational speaker?

A motivational speaker can add something to all sorts of events, whether it’s a graduation ball, a sporting awards evening or some kind of corporate event – but the place that they really come into their own is at events targeted towards employees or colleagues in your business.

Posted on: August 11, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 3

DownTown Mystic – Rock’n’Roll Romantic

DownTown Mystic released their latest release Rock’n’Roll Romantic in late July of 2016. The album begins with Dead End Space, a mid-tempo rock track that builds off of the framework of Warren Zevon while incorporating hints of the Black Crowes, The Eagles, and Foo Fighters. A sizzling guitar line ensures that listeners will eagerly anticipate the rest of the album. Turn Around and Go has a bluesier, more bayou-ified sound that…

Posted on: August 10, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

An Interview with Maddy Ruff

Today, we are speaking with New York City’s Maddy Ruff. How did you get into music? I don’t think I really “got into music”. Music has always been a part of my life. My mother was performing 8 shows a week on Broadway in Les Mis up until month 6 of her pregnancy with me! There was no choice to be made, it was something that was already a part…

Posted on: August 10, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

S.S.P.M – Sunshine, One More Time, Hatin’

S.S.P.M’s Sunshine is a powerful track that showcases a major issue with life today. When there are so many incidents leading to deaths of innocents, things need to change. S.S.P.M is able to make a plea to put down the guns and find different ways to deal with conflict. The track itself is a hard-hitting rap track with a production that is styled on the Atlanta and Memphis scenes of the…

Posted on: August 10, 2016 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Over It by Maddy Ruff | Review

Hollow is the first track on New York City-native Maddy Ruff’s latest release, Over It. A down and dirty funk groove and vibrant set of vocals inspires listeners to focus on It’s Alright With Me. The shuffling, instrument-heavy opening to It’s Alright With Me provides proper highlighting of Ruff’s vocals. The effort spins out to a mid-1970s Motown meets modern jazz sound. The smoky production of the track allows these wide-reaching…