Sidewalk showcases a taut sort of alternative rock cast in the vein of acts like Weezer and Golden Smog. Sizzling guitar solos are interspersed with charismatic vocals and all-in choruses. The resulting song will have listeners’ toes tapping while Scoville Unit makes something special. Beach Song refreshes the math-rock sound of the Descendents and Pup as Scoville Unit brings in a bit of the sadness and weariness of life. Truly…
6 (Ignited) has a touch of 1980s Latin dance flair with layered vocals that will require a few spins to hear the entire scope of what’s happening. This bouncy, dense effort will continue to yield new twists and turns even after one keeps it on replay for weeks, if not months. 2 Worlds (Remember) is a traditional R&B track crafted in the vein of a Whitney Houston or Toni Braxtojn.…
Take You On A Trip is the ultimate slow-burn single. Starting with a beautiful blend of vocals and a snap / percussive-heavy backing beat, the cut is able to gradually gain momentum and sweep fans on a truly beautiful voyage. The paired vox of Luke and Graves pushes each to an entirely higher plateau; the chiaroscuro of pop and R&B makes for a sultry, sensual effort that reverberates with one…
Our Hearts, the current single from Vitasun takes an impressive approach to things. With hints of U2 and The Cure playing in the background, Our Hearts links together hints of new wave and electronic to make an effort that will get fans out on the dance floor while considering some of the headier sides of things. Including a sizzling horn line during the track’s final half-minute is precisely what is…
Kodiak is able to call back to the emo-rock of the early 2000s with their new single, Alone. Whipping in hints of hair metal (e.g. Enuff Z’Nuff, Winger) into the mix is something we’ve not heard before, but it turns Alone into one hell of an effort. Taut instrumentation builds a wall of sound that allows the supersonic vocals to shine brightly. There’s a ton of interactions here between the…
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During Gamble on our Dreams, Paul Kloschinsky is able to make a country and western infused rock track that will keep listeners eagerly focused on what Paul has to say. There is little more to this composition than Paul’s voice and guitar, but the space that Gamble on our Dreams takes up is considerably greater. As the song moves to a quicker tempo, Kloschinsky is able to call back to…
On A/B Vision, THESE PEOPLE are able to make a dreamy track that builds upon the tradition of Ziggy Stardust-era Bowie and the dreamy progressive rock of Donovan and early Genesis. Beautiful instrumentation continues to yield new twists and turns for listeners long after the song ceases to play. With vocals that touch upon Wayne Coyne and a more space-focused Perry Ferrell, THESE PEOPLE make a truly epic sound to…
Jade Gotti is able to bring listeners to her side thorough the lyrics of her new song, Nik Nac. The track is short and sweet but is able to bury itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners; with there being so much in the way of lying and cheating in modern married (and dating) life, what Jade Gotti shines a light onto is something that likely most fans…
On On Purpose, The Peculiar People come forth with some tremendous beats and spat-out lyrics forged in the fires of Kanye and Meek Mill. The rapid-fire word play on this single puts traditional gospel music on its head while cutting up some hard hitting lyrical content. The Peculiar People use a bit of screwed and chopped sound to separate the two distinct sections of On Purpose. With a crystal clear…
Nothins Changed is a hard-hitting rap track that blends together a robust flow with an in-your-frace backing beat. The bit of thoughtful pre-chorus bars that issue forth during Nothings Changed allow for switching out between the distinct vocal approaches of 88 Lo and 88 Goldie. This single is able to refresh the rap approach of the late-ought while calling forward to performers like Migos and Young Thug. It’s this desire…
On Sad Summer, Baker Grace effortlessly blends together modern pop music with the electro-pop of the mid-1980s. With nods to Gloria Estefan and Madonna, Baker Grace is able to bring to bear all the sultriness and coy sounds of her inimitable take on modern music. Mixing together a bit of Lily Allen and La Roux with Halsey , Baker Grace is able to transform Sad Summer into something that deserves…
On Take Care, Chloe Tang is able to make a pop track that ties together mid-oughts R&B with modern EDM. These stylistic flourishes allow the track to shine brightly when compared to other tracks. The soft, silky sound of Tang’s vocals are able to bridge the gap between the sweeping synthesizers and the booming beat that issues forth. A stylistic shift at the 2:20 mark provides a brief breathing space…
The Gillum Bros are able to reinvigorate the style of Lou Reed and Pulp with their latest track, Sticky Note. With wistful guitars and deliberate keys, the act is able to imbue a timeless sound to the composition. Beautiful in its execution, The Gillum Bros are able to make something that will stick with listeners long after the song ceases to play. All too short at a hair over three…
Chris Butler creates his own brand of 1960-infused rock. Dreamy vocals and contemplative guitar riffs paint a solid picture while Butler’s vocals add fine detail to the composition. With a lead-in to the chorus built upon the tradition of Van Morrison and The Who, Summer Money sails away with contemplative arrangements. The extended instrumental interlude separates the two sections of the track, keeping the song’s energy high while showcasing some…
The Pale Blue Dot is a bouncy effort that links together surf rock, rockabilly, and has the band come forth with a tremendous amount of charisma. The distinct sections to the track are what will keep fans coming back to the track, as it showcases the tremendous capability of the band. Able to change up styles at the drop of a dime, the NaveBlues are able to keep their fans…
ONLAP creates some hard-hitting melodic rock with their new single Miracle. The track is delightful not only for the supersonic vocals that reach their crescendo during the song’s chorus, but also for the intricate arrangements and interplays that exist between the guitars and drums. Each part of ONLAP on Miracle is clear and crisp, be it the synths, the double-bass drums, or the shouted-out statement “We Don’t Care”. With enough…
On Breaking Your Silence, the Generationals are able to call back to the power-pop of the 1970s and a bit of the late-oughts (e.g. Peter Bjorn and John) alt sound. The dreamy vocals are matched well with punctual drums. When the synths and a fuzzy, echo-laden section confronts listeners at the 1:15 mark, the effort is well on its well. With gradual increases in the song’s momentum as it continues…
On Stay High, Brittany Howard is able to create a soulful, laid-back effort that draws on 1970s soul and funk. Including Terry Crews is a major get, but Howard’s technical ability will ultimately be what wins fans over. The sheer range that is achieved by these vox is testament to Howard’s ability. The percussion and driving beat that plays behind Howard’s voice adds a bit of momentum to Stay High.…
On Tenderness, Jay Som is able to make a compelling track that opens up with little more than softly-sung vocals and a sequenced drum beat / guitar back drop. When the song opens up (at around the 1:20 mark), the instrumental dynamic become more dense and thrushier, a response to the higher registers Jay Som reaches. The interesting arrangements continue through to the second half of Tenderness. A subtle update…