Ordinary will hit listeners with Post Paradise adopting hints of Hoobastank and Fall Out Boy with a harder rock edge. The harmonies that Post Paradise create on their Ordinary will eagerly be devoured by fans of rock radio fare, but there is considerable depth to this track. The different elements – vocals, drums, guitars – all are doing their own thing. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the…
The Boys of Summer is transformed into a much darker, more industrial-heavy take on the Den Henley original. There is a much different take on this effort that allows no:carrier ample space to make the effort their own. Taken alongside California (originally from Belinda Carlisle), The Boys of Summer are able to introduce the act to a wide audience while the act’s talent allows them to create something wholly new.…
Jef Joslin has just released his latest single, Do What You Wanna Do . This soulful track looks back at the Detroit sound of the 1960s while keeping things contemporaneous and fresh. Hints of Aloe Blacc and Bruno Mars can be heard as Joslin establishes a unique sound with this effort. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered…
We were in the Detroit area and thought driving the hour or so to the Ann Arbor area would be a good day trip from the Motor City. While in Ann Arbor, we stopped at Elevation Burger on Washtenaw Avenue. We had an experience that was memorable and have found a new chain to hit up whenever we are in that quadrant of Michigan. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as…
Revolt is the new single from Calgary’s The Unravelling. The song builds upon the rich musical tradition of Marilyn Manson and Nine Inch Nails; the angry intensity of this industrial-rock act takes up the standards of Ministry and Atari Teenage Riot. The vocals are equal part Jonathan Davis and Chester Bennington, while the arrangements present in Revolt take on an epic feeling. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is…
Jared Deck has just released his latest single, 17 Miles. The track builds off of the work of Bruce Springsteen and John Mellencamp, imbuing the effort with effervescent spirit and instrumentation that is on-point. The sizzling guitar work tie together pop, rock, and country music into an effort that will be bouncing around listeners’ ears long after the track has ceased. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the…
Rick Elliot’s Why is a track that covers considerable ground, with hints of Travis Tritt, Jimmy Buffett, and even Willie Nelson present in Elliot’s rich vocals. The production of Why allows each element – Rick’s vocal tenor, guitars, drums, and bass – to shine separately and as a cohesive effort. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent…
Break Free is the latest single from Los Angeles’ Only On Tuesdays and it represents one of the most dynamic efforts we have heard. The interplay between the instrumentation and the vocals pops with each tempo shift the band enacts, while the narrative quality of the track provides considerable depth. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent…
The Alpine Camp is an act that has made a soulful, funky, folksy track that is urban, backwoods, and catchy as all hell in Parents. The act defies definition, with the distinctive vocals in Parents highlighted by a guitar and drum duality that makes the track pop. 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,…
Game Charger is the first track on Antigone Rising’s Whiskey and Wine Vol. II and it immediately will draw listeners in with Antigone Rising’s alluring form of country and pop music. There are hooky vocals, strong instrumentation and a melody that will tattoo itself onto the minds and hearts of listeners. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered…
Truth in Fables is an emotive rock track in the vein of Train and The Wallflowers; there is an instrumental complexity here that belies the radio-friendly sound of the act. Potion Me Well is intense, churning and links hard-rock with intense vocals; Foam Ropes are able to have the brightness of a Fall Out Boy and Panic! At The Disco spun into their own unique style. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on…
G-Two is a collaborative effort between Bend, Oregon’s GoodLife and Enterprise, Oregon’s Terminal Gravity Brewing pours with a very dark brown to mahogany coloration and a considerable amount of off-white / tannish head that laces its way down the glass. The beer has a decent amount of hop nose and a smaller bit of malt aroma; the initial sip of G-two represents a solid blend of bitter and toasted grain…
1. We were lucky enough to have a few moments with San Jose’s Audiobender. How has the Memorial Day weekend been for you? Jared Richard (vocals/guitar): It was great! I spent it down south near San Luis Obispo, visiting friends, working on new material and drinking my face off! SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC…
Black Swan Blues is a sultry track that works from a bluesy, soulful backdrop that is pushed into high gear with a call and response chorus. Sultry Summer Night looks back into the era of Joni Mitchell and Joan Baez, spinning their style into a bold new space with a piano line right out of mid-20th century Harlem. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief…
Saranac’s Summer Pils is a refreshing effort that will be appreciated by fans of traditional American lagers as well as those that want to have a hoppier effort. The beer pours with a straw yellow and has a little wheat on its nose. The overall taste of Summer Pils is dry, slightly hoppy, and possesses a number of hay, grain, and wheat elements. Taken together, the beer is something that…
We had a few moments to sit down with Melbourne’s Galliano Sommavilla. Can you give us a little biographical information about yourself? Firstly hello and thank you to all the NeuFutur readers. 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…
Genetics By Geno is a bit of a misnomer; the work that Geno has done to improve his body to one of the best in the world is largely due to his own sheer drive and determination. The information that he provides in his gym and online will similarly benefit anyone that is looking to cut down weight, build up strength, and be as healthy as humanely possible. SargeantJohn Sargeant,…
The Prodigal Son Returns EP is a five-song collection that provides listeners with a brief introduction into the inimitable style of Bronx’s own MrE. The two tracks – Prodigal Son and Prodigal Progenies – comprise the efforts on this EP. Unlike a number of different singles, the different iterations of each of the tracks represent different takes on a theme, rather than songs that have been tweaked slightly. This means…
The Grave is a powerful introduction to Cincinnati’s Royal Holland’s latest effort, Volume Two: Flamingo. There are hints of Radiohead, Bright Eyes, and even the dust-swept singer-songwriters of era past. What results with this introductory salvo is something that is immersive, compelling, and will have listeners sitting on the edges of their seats until the titular track on Flamingo begins. The funkier sound of Flamingo showcases a duality to Royal…
The Mission Belt is the best belt that I have ever worn. The leather that the company uses is very thick and an actual piece of leather rather than being bonded together with strips. There is a unique sort of fastener that the Mission Belt company includes with their offerings that allows one to ratchet the belt to the proper tightness without having to use one of two ill-fitting holes.…