Staunch Moderates’ “Mediterranee” is a laid-back effort that incorporates jazz, soul, funk, and 1990s rap into something that is wide-reaching as the subject matter covered in the track. This eclectic approach is made all the clearer through the contributions of GTS, DJ Staunch, and Casanova Ace. Each part puts their own stamp on the composition, all while the backing instrumentation ends up as the welcoming blanket enveloping everything. Listeners will…
Jim Peterik’s (Survivor) “American Dreamer” is a retro-styled track that would be perfectly at home in the biggest stadiums of the 1980s. There’s a vitality to the composition here that will draw in any fans of Foreigner, Journey or Stan Bush. The chorus is infecitous to the degree that fans will be singing along after their first few experiences with the effort. Of particular note during American Dreamer has to…
On Lemon Mountain Manatee, Ron Brunk immediately draws in listeners with a bit of fun brass before taking listeners on a narrative journey. The vocals are a modern version of the 1960s and 1970s singer-songwriter genre. The horns bubble up after Brunk’s chorus, acting as a palette refresher and amping fans up for what is to follow. There’s a certain cohesion to Lemon Mountain Manatee achieved by harmonies that Ron…
Pep Rally’s “Roll Around” is a fun rock track that feels as if the band is having the time of their life. There’s a fun groove that is built up through the entirety of Roll Around’s run time. The lead vocals are charisdmatic and alluring, while the co-lead matches each utterance perfectly. Keeping things progressing, the perfectly-punctual drums are the gluue that hold the track together post-bridge. Listeners will be…
Let Us Breathe, the latest from TT, is a positively-bouncy ssort of alternative rock treat that stands out boldly from the bulk of current music through taut instrumentation, intelligent production, and a laundry list of nods to acts as wide-ranging as Dick Dale, Deep Purple, and The Minutemen. The sizzling guitar line that bridges Let Us Breathe is a sight to behold, providing a fun deviation from the main body…
Body Language is an electronic-infused pop track from Kendra Erika. The song showcases Erika’s vocals alongside an assertive dance beat and retro-inspo keys. Following in the footsteps of performers like Kylie Minogue and Sabrina Carpenter, Kendra Erika makes Body Language a must-listen for anyone that likes their music upbeat and perfectly-produced. The song is able to cover considerable ground over the course of its sub-three minute run time. By concluding…
Weekend Mood is a hopeful, electronic-meets-pop track that will bring people out onto the dance floor. There’s bits of the Zapp Band with a bit of Falco interspersed here. The instrumentation is bouncy, light, and fanciful. ViennaCC’s vocals leisurely lie on the top of Weekend Mood, providing one with another way which to enjoy the song. A brief lyricless interlude glues together the two sections of Weekend Mood. The song…
Shotgun Paradise is a tempest of distortion and angst, a rock track that is able to showcase some serious instrumental chops all while making a song that is a must-include on heavy music radio stations and playlists alike. Fans of acts like Likin Park and Audioslave will be able to find something to love here, all while BOSCO is able to create their own unique sound over Shotgun Paradise’s run…
The SGMA remix from Neo 21 is an intriquing, laid-back track. Fans are given a close-up view of the performer’s distinctive lyrical flow, while the backing instrumentation hearkens back to late 1990s backpack rap. The deftly-sequenced drum beat acts to put emphasis on Neo 21’s lyrical flow, while the bit of guitar strum that comes up at points acts as a good counterpoint for the dry and gritty lines that…
Steve Alex’s excellent, acoustic soft-rock album Never Heavy Is One Full of Light likely owes a lot of its strengths to Alex being a veteran of the music industry since the nineties. This was a time when the squeaky-clean, corporate-controlled glamazons currently dominating the charts were considered boy band material, rock still ruled the radio slots, and people appreciated great art with commercial prowess, if a little more than the…
I Feel Good is a bop, a track that will work perfectly on rap radio stations and playlist alike. We’re marvelling at Mike Teezy’s flow throughout the main body of the track, while the solight shift into a more R&B style for the single’s chorus allows for fans to stay engaged with the track. The song covers a vast swath of different sounds and styles, united into one cohesive entity…
Nah Cry starts out with some amazing guitar work. It is this bouncy and vibrant instrumentation that acts as a backdrop upon which Jah Destiny can make a play for radio rotation. There are guitars, drums, percussion, and Jah Destiny’s vocals contributing to a dense and deep composition, one that will require fans play the song multiple times before hearing everything that he has placed within. Anyone fortunate enough to…
Mr. Politician, the latest effort from Jah Destiny, is a powerful invective against the titular class of individual. While the song contains catch reggae guitars and charismatic vocals for days, it is this instruction to keep a more critical eye to those in power which resonates loudest with me. The video (below) puts Jah Destiny front and center, connecting well with viewers and making them more receptive to the message…
HighWay’s Like A Rockstar is a track that ties together traditional hair metal with funk, blues, and country rock. The charismatic vocals draw listeners in, while the swingy nature of HighWay’s instrumentation will keep them on the edges of their seats until things close up. Like A Rockstar is one of those timeless tracks that have something for every one. We love the vocals that straddle the line between The…
The bold and charismatic command of Trevor Drury’s music reaches a new peak with the release of his latest EP, Alice (It’s All in Your Head). This well-traveled and schooled artist shows an impressive breadth of talent throughout Alice. Managing to produce such a forceful and precocious outing while studying at Boston’s Berklee College of Music testifies to a genius for multi-tasking if nothing else. However, there’s fortunately much more going on…
Tom DiCillo’s reputation lives largely on his film work. The native North Carolinian is a longtime staple of the indie movie scene with notable forays into more mainstream efforts along the way. He garnered recent praise for his documentary on The Doors, When You’re Strange, and feature films such as Johnny Suede, Box of Moonlight, and Living in Oblivion catapulted him to the first rank of new filmmakers appearing during the 1990s. URL: https://www.tomdicillo.com/music/shot-of-blue However,…
With Hellraisers & Vampires, KK Wilde is able to bring 1980s hair metal back to the fore. On this single, there’s a gritty set of vocals, sizzling guitar riffs, and booming drums all seeking dominion. KK Wilde ensures that the chorus buries itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners. The band creates a cohesive single here with equal amounts of technical prowess and alluring humanity. A guitar solo…
The TheraICE Sleep Mask with cooling gel stands out for its innovative approach to enhancing sleep. This mask combines hot and cold therapy, making it highly versatile for different preferences. The cooling gel feature is particularly beneficial for those suffering from headaches or migraines. By placing the mask in the freezer, the cooling gel is activated, which can reduce pain and inflammation, providing a soothing experience that helps relieve tension…
Jeff Liberman’s “The Windy City” is a hard-rocking pop track that is able to tie together Corrosion of Conformity with Don Henley. The sizzling guitar riffs blend with horns to make for a discordant sound that showcases the hellish landscape of the titular area. The instrumental bridge showcases some serious chops; we love the switch over to a more hopeful narrative during The Windy City’s second half. The production is…
Angel Music Lover starts out in a very deliberate, thoughtful style. There’s a bit of memory, a whole lot of sadness, and it is this honest approach that will ensure that fans stick around until the song’s end. The production is spot-on during Angel Music Lover, building up as Simmons winds up each stanza without overwhelming the delicate approach adopted. There’s a surprising depth to the song as well; listeners…