One of the main things that we gleaned from our trip to the Inner Harbor in Baltimore is that it stays incredibly busy at all points during the day. The newly-opened Baltimore Shake Shack bustles in the same way, but unlike the stop-start traffic, the restaurant is able to quickly take orders and provide stellar service. The chain has increased in number since the beginning days in New York City, but…
Blue Moon is celebrating its 20th anniversary as a brewery and has created a congratulatory beer in their Tripel White that is boozy, fruity, and will keep the party going into deep into the night. The Tripel White pours with a hazy gold coloration and a fair amount of whitish head; the initial nose of the 20th Anniversary Ale ties together hints of yeast with a tart fruity ending. Lacing…
A Great Challenge Ahead, Prepare is a tremendous introduction to Case on Bass with a complexity that is similar to that of a Tool or Jaco Pastorius. Case on Bass is able to do something wholly unique in the creation of a bass-led, classical-inspired sort of music on Bass Tones #3. There is a back and forth approach that is powerful and alluring; individuals that have put on Bass Tones…
The Groovy Song is a track that stands in the middle of pop, R&B, and dance music. Little more is present here than strong female vocals, a percussive track, and a hint of synths. What listeners will hear is much greater – this is an effort that elicits comparisons to Jordin Sparks and Beyonce. Ending before the three-minute mark, The Groovy Song is one of the catchiest singles we have…
Nando’s Peri-Peri was founded in the 1980s in South Africa, and the concept has spread in the years since to the United States. The restaurant has set up shop in the Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and Chicago, IL markets. We started off with the Hummus with PERi-PERi Drizzle (5.95); the hummus was creamy, nutty, and one could infuse the stuff with any of Nando’s variety of PERi-PERi blends or the…
Lady In Red is an emotive track that will have listeners eagerly focused on Brett’s rich vocals. A light amount of instrumentation provides highlighting that makes Eddie’s performance all the more compelling. The clap and spelled-out chorus of Daniella will bounce around listeners’ minds as Brett creates something that works equally well for fans of Oasis and Billy Bragg. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and…
We’re Going Down is the latest single released by Elizabeth Kostova; the track is strong and deep in a way that few pop efforts achieve. The inimitable vocals of Kostova touch upon a wide variety of singers from Mariah Carey to Amy Winehouse, while the backing instrumentation sits at the juncture of EDM, pop, and alternative rock. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of…
Citrus and grapefruit elements can oftentimes be experience in an India Pale Ale (IPA). However, Magic Hat has created in Electric Peel a beer that is unmistakably grapefruit-heavy. The beer pours with a dark yellow to gold coloration and a hazy white head that laces its way down a glass. The nose of Electric Peel is equal parts wheat and grapefruit, while the first sip an imbiber takes comes forth…
Rahr & Sons Brewing’s Bucking Bock pours with a golden-yellow coloration and a small amount of off-white head that sits on top. There is a good amount of wheat flavor that pokes through on the initial sip, while having a decent amount of malt that concludes the initial pull. As Bucking Bock continues to reach room temperature, the more sweet tastes become prevalent. A smaller amount of hops have been…
The 3DZyre Convenience Stroller by Summer Infant is a solid everyday use stroller that provides parents with a great deal of personalization without being needlessly complex or difficult to operate. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he…
Bri Ingram begins her latest release, the I Am EP with Can’t Even Cry. The track showcases the extra power of Bri’s vocals and provides highlighting with an on-point and furious instrumentation. The dynamic that is created between the guitars and drums creates something that will work perfectly on pop and alternative station. Ingram is able to come forth as a unique performer, influenced by Faith Hill, Sheryl Crow, Kelly…
Don’t think too much is a richly emotive track by Italy’s Carlones Kamal that ties together rock with traditional musical styles to make for something that will resound in the minds of listeners long after the track has ceased. The video that Kamal has created for this single showcases a rich variety of backdrops. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where…
We were lucky enough to be invited to dine at the Crave Restaurant in Bethesda, Maryland when we took a trip out east. The large menus that the restaurant offers ensures that there will be a unique experience had with each subsequent visit. To begin the meal, we had their Lobster & Shrimp flatbread ($16), which united a crispiness from the bread with a creaminess (from the garlic cream sauce)…
Mindless Self Indulgence fans rejoice. PINK, the long-rumored, elusive “lost” album from your favorite electro-punk anarchists will finally see the light of day on September 18th through Metropolis Records. Serving as a “prequel” to all you know about the band, this retro 1990’s album fills in the blanks of MSI’s mysterious early days. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he…
Violet Night has released a four-song EP in I Hope You’re Well that showcases a wide variety of styles, influences, and insights into the band. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he has written thousands of hands-on…
Spank begins Ron Louis Smith II’s The Prince of Sunshine and it builds upon the work of his father (Ronald Louis Sr., one of the KC and the Sunshine Band originals) – there is a high-energy approach to the track that is honest to the original funk recordings but the frenetic pace of the composition and electrified sound makes this into something that works alongside Chromeo or Random Access Memories-era…
Let It Out gives listeners some idea of where they will be taken, as Oogee Wawa immediately kicks things into high gear with their blend of reggae, rock, rap, and ska. Oogee Wawa is able to create a stellar brand of music over the course of their latest album More Sand Than Money; Pretty is an immaculately-produced track that allows the vocals, drums, and guitars to contribute to an impeccable…
Take Control is an energetic track that will immediately provide listeners with Hannah Dorman’s inimitable style. There are hints of 90s rock, alternative, and an 80s tradition. With equal hints Stevie Nicks and Joan Osbourne, this is an effort that is intense, dense, and fulfilling from beginning to end. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music,…
Time And Colors is a richly emotive track that ties together Conor Oberst and John Rzeznik into a catchy, instrumental-heavy rock format. The deliberate arrangements elicit comparisons to Death Cab For Cutie, while the production allows the distinct elements in the tracks the ability to shine alone and as a unified front. Life in a Bag refreshes the style of John Mellencamp and Tom Petty, infusing a little bit of…
The rock and metal scene in the Cleveland area is cut-throat with a number of impressive acts touring and creating music. Impending Lies is an act that deserves to be placed in this pantheon, as their latest EP Believe builds upon metal, hard rock, and hardcore to create something that is hard-hitting and unique. The technical skill that the drums and guitars bring to Shine is without comparison, while Matt’s…