Milquetoast & Co.’s Hummingbirds is a thoughtful and introspective track that shines through contemplative instrumentation and a brooding arrangement that will stick with listeners long after the song ceases to play. The single’s vocals call upon the tradition of performers like Chris Cornell and Perry Farrell, tying a 1990s alternative rock sound to a contemporary indie approach. Milquetoast & Co. are able to insert their own style into each second…
New York’s Tabytha Polaris has a long-running podcast under her belt – new episodes are released on Tuesdays; previous episodes have focused on improving sleep and energy. Polaris has just released her new album 7 Spheres of Light, a work in which she facilitates the balancing of one’s chakras. Beyond the podcast and spiritual education side of things, Tabytha also has released a pair of singles for the holiday season.…
For every parent, throwing the perfect birthday party for their kid is a big deal. But memorable birthday parties don’t just happen. It takes more than a few decorations and a yummy cake to get it right. They involve some effort, thorough planning, a bit of inspiration and more stress than we care to admit. After all, it’s not a party like any other. It’s a special event and you…
All In is a track that has everything for rap fans. There’s a backing beat that will bury itself deep into listeners’ minds just as Jdot Breezy’s flow expertly blends speed with properly swag-laden braggadocio. There’s enough variation with the lyrical sections of All In that the effort ends up sounding fresh no matter where one is at during the track. The chorus links together the catchiness of the introductory…
White Kia has Covington create a beautiful track that blends dreamy vocals with an airy instrumentation. Taken together, these two distinct elements call back to a more laidback era. The dynamic that is established between the booming beats and soulful horns make for something that will tattoo itself deeply ijnto the minds of listeners. Camilla’s vocals achieve a considerable range during her latest single, establishing the track as one that…
Saahil Bhargava’s Wind is an inspirational track that will immediately draw listeners in with compelling keys. After a few seconds, the single is able to incorporate Saahil’s vocals. Bhargava’s voice build upon the rich tradition of late-1990s alt rock and early-oughts emo music. This means that Saahil’s vox are simultaneously able to tell a rich and varied story all while contributing mightily to the overall harmonies achieved to the track.…
2020 ought to have been a big year for the world’s most legendary heavy metal band. They had an enormous world tour scheduled and were also rumored to be releasing their long-awaited new album – the first in more than twenty years to be produced by their (almost) original, iconic line-up. We all know what happened to those big plans. 2020 got in the way, everything had to be scrapped,…
David King Jones’s The Covid 19 Christmas Song is an effort that showcases the modern era in which we all find ourselves, with enough of a hook present that the song will garner quite a bit of attention on pop and urban stations alike. David King Jones inserts his own unique style of lyrical delivery to the composition. Charisma is present by the barrelful as Jones is able to continue…
Jeff Lake’s spirited version of The Beatles’ classic Penny Lane is given additional oomph with the stringwork of the Cellophane Flowers. With Jeff’s unique ability to both lay out the lyrical content while building upon the single’s instrumentation, the cover version easily takes a life of its own. This take ties the modern sound of the middle 20th century with today’s experience, all while calling back to the classical performances…
Brain health is important for quality of life and all-around wellness. If your brain isn’t healthy, it’s difficult to be healthy in other areas of your life, yet it’s an area of our well-being we often overlook. Some things can impair brain health that may be beyond our control. For example, even after recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) following an accident, your brain may still be affected. At…
Brooke Daye’s Everything and Nothing is a strong effort that showcases the complexity of emotions that one will have about previous lovers. Anyone that has had a painful relationship will be able to emote with what Daye does here. The instrumentation that backs up Daye’s voice on Everything and Nothing fills in all of the track’s gaps all while pushing Brooke’s voice to some tremendous highs. The song will easily…
Long flights can be extremely boring if you don’t have someone to talk to or can’t sleep on a moving plane. But traveling is supposed to be fun, and in the age of smartphones and laptops, it shouldn’t be that hard finding something you can do. This article has got you covered if you need an instant solution. Read on for a few ideas to keep yourself entertained during a…
ADVI is able to create a laid-back R&B track that is tremendously reverent of the New Jack Swing approach, all while infusing the track with a luxurious backing beat. A clap track interlaces itself with twinkling keys and sweeping synths. Blue Gene is completed through the presence of a booming, bass beat. ADIV will keep fans out on the dance floor through soulful crooning and further harmonies added on top…
Founders has normalized a few of the variants of KBS this year around with specialty 4-packs of their Kentucky Breakfast Stout. Of course, the company is making their mainline version (12% ABV) available as well. We were fortunate and received samples of each of 2020’s version of KBS. KBS – 2020’s KBS is well-balanced, ensuring that there is a bit of a burn in the initial sip. Hints of toasted…
Anthony Lazaro’s A Minute to Midnight is an interesting effort as it has a bright, airy sound. Hiding underneath that hopeful sound, Lazaro’s incorporated some thoughtful instrumentation. Through on a glossy veneer and you have an effort that could easily compare to the corpus of Rufus Wainwright or Michael Buble. The dynamic between Anthony’s vocals and the punctual percussion push each to an entirely higher plateau, all while the light…
Ariel Bellvalaire’s Elastic is a powerful, assertive piece of pop rock that immediately showcases supersonic vocals and a very deliberate, almost “Hitchin’ A Ride”-era approach to the track’s beat. Every piece of Elastic – drums, guitars, and vox – are ratcheted up to 11. It’s that sort of bold sound (made all the more intense by a seconded set of vocals at points) that ensures that the song will tattoo…
Alix’s Golden is a delicate pop and R&B track that will get listeners jamming through Alix’s soft and sweet delivery. The laid-back instrumentation is a nod to the late 90s / early 2000s. Distinct, different, and unique her own, Golden is one of those efforts that showcases Alix’s talent. The song is an easy inclusion on a wide array of playlists. The range of approaches and styles that Alix includes…
Zachary Kibbee has so much emotion that is packed into each note on his latest track, Don’t Fade Away. Little more is needed in this performance than Kibbee and his guitar. Each note is absolutely vital here in creating something engrossing, adopting hints of blues, surf, and mid-1990s alternative. The richness of this recording really allows his honestness and earnestness to shine through. While the track ends before the four-minute…
Wiley Watson’s The Kid has a funky sound replete with guitar and booming beats. Beautiful vocals a la MGMT establish the single as something wholly distinct from the rest of the music currently cluttering playlist rotation. Watson is able to do more with his vox than merely tell a story – he’s able to bolster the backing arrangements through the infusion of another layer of harmony. The Kid is one…
Midnight Escape is an effort that showcases Barbara’s considerable vocal range. During this track, Santora does more than weave a narrative over the course of three minutes. Rather, she’s easily able to add to the overall melody established by the piano and drums. The overall spirit of Midnight Escape is one of a smoky jazz club; one could easily imagine the track being included in some middle-century detective or noir…