4 AM is one sick track. Maliibu Miitch’s flow is furious, intense, and spat out with a never say die attitude. Building off of the work of performers like Nicki Minaj and Lil Brat, Maliibu Miitch adds to the overall corpus of rappers in that the rapidity of her flow is unparalleled. The backing track provides a highlighting to the flow at the right points.
“Oh My Sweet Lord” is a touching track that brings together classical music, show tunes, and world music. The single, the latest from Wai Lana, is something that can speak to a wide variety of listeners no matter what genre they like. There is little more to the single than Wai Lana’s vocals and just the lightest in the way of instrumentation, but this composition opens into something magnificent by…
On “Jugg x Juggle”, Peter Currency is able to go back to the grimy sound of Three 6 Mafia. Having an intense flow bolstered with a trap beat, Peter Currrency is able to make a track that would fit in perfectly on any rap station. The fact that Peter Currency is able to make his own unique sound shine on Jugg x Juggle showcases his talent; while the track will fit…
“Tension” is the latest release from Mista Roe. This track is touching and will be appreciated by anyone that has had any sort of issues with significant others. Hints of Ray J and R. Kelly can be heard here. The double duty pulled here by Mista Roe – he lays out the narrative presented in the track as well as adds an additional layer of harmony – showcases his talent as a…
Circlin’ the Henhouse, the latest single from Ellis Dyson & the Shambles, is an effort that will transfer listeners (And viewers) back into the 1920s-1940s of American music. There are hints of jazz, swing, and even ragtime and bluegrass. One of the most surprising things that we experienced during Circlin’ the Henhouse has to be the robustness of the compoisition – one could easily hear this song on an alternative radio…
Young Bull’s Voicemail is a track that skillfully bounces between rap and R&B. The flow presented during Voicemail is intricate and catchy, while the backing instrumentation is surprisingly deep. Hints of reggae and trap permeate Voicemail.
Crows on the Wire is a passionate rock track that showcases a rich and impacting set of vocals. These vocals are bolstered through on-point instrumentation, which sets a haunting sound that permeates the single. Lorentzen is able to keep things popping with Dead Man In The Closet, which slows things down. This song is a success as listeners will be following each and every word, all while listening to eat…
There’s not a lot of people that can easily mix influences like Pearl Jam, Prince and Dr. Dre, but Ayron Jones has managed to pull it off impressively with his latest effort, “Audio Paint Job.”
Cardiac is a track from Perth’s Psyfer, blending together a trap beat that keeps things vibrant and draws back to a Three 6 sort of sound. The rapid-fire flow of Psyfer is conducted with a cadence that will drill itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners. Psyfer’s flow is fresh and builds upon the style of artists like 2 Chainz and Migos. It is this fresh sound that…
Today, we are speaking with California saxophonist Person Natalie. Can you give us a little background information about yourself? How did you get into music? My family is very musical. My grandfather was a trumpet player and band leader. When I was very young, I used to sing duets with him; he’d play his guitar and I’d sing along. The violin was his favorite instrument. He use to collect them…
Since the resurgence of vinyl records there seems to be a race to the bottom as labels everywhere cleaned out their vaults to put everything they own on wax in a cynical attempt to cash in on nostalgia. Just consider that some label thought it was a stroke of genius to put out a series of limited edition Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle 7” s (and it likely was as the…
Welsh Avenue starts his latest EP, The Great Exchange, with Germ Theory. The indie style here blends together an airy instrumentation, hints of fuzz and electric crackle, and an emotive, rich set of vocals. The track ties together the sound of acts like Passion Pit and MGMT with a new wave sort of sound. The vocals pull double duty here, both furthering the narrative of this first song while creating a…
On Parable, Black Horse Motel are able to provide a solid introduction to themselves. Run, Rabbit, Run is the first track on this EP, and it immediately will draw listeners in through a tried and true bluegrass / country sound that draws upon performers like The Outlaws and Charlie Daniels. The musicianship on this first salvo is top notch, setting the stage for the next tracks to follow. Particular high notes during…
Remember Jones has just released a new EP, Tranquilizer. The release begins with the titular track. Tranquilizer is a high-energy track that pulls deeply from the soul, R&B, and funk styles. The additional vocals that bolster Remember Jones’ voice mesh well with the martial sort of drumming, making for a track that will appease fans of Ray Charles and James Brown. Remember Jones will immediately draw listeners in with an…
The California punk rock four-piece Bad Cop/Bad Cop have been through a VH1’s Behind The Music’s-worth of living since their 2015 full length debut, Not Sorry. The band has had some amazing highs – turning in a nearly flawless record, touring the globe – and some equally bitter lows – a stint in rehab, thoughts of calling it a day – but they have emerged with another brilliant record and…
Today, we are speaking with European act Morningblind. Can you both give us a little background information about yourself? How did you get into music? Sandi: I started out as a dancer and actress, first here in Catalunya and then in Britain, in London. I went from dancing to singing after a break. I got fed up with the musical theatre world – it wasn’t the right kind of thing…
Bryan Adams is one of those musicians that just seems to have been around forever. It’s hard to think back to a decade when he wasn’t making music and he’s managed to revive his career countless times, all the while still having one of karaoke’s most go-to songs (“Summer of 69”). His latest live record, “Wembley Live 1996” holds more than a few hints at why he’s still touring today.
Adaline’s “Nostalgia” immediately strikes me as unique; hints of 1980s po, industrial, trip-hop and dubstep can all be heard here. Nostalgia has a deep and dense instrumentation that provides the perfect counterpoint for Adaline’s vocals. With a dark brooding musical sound acting as the background for a hopeful set of vocals, Nostalgia pops. There is a bit of unity between these two elements in that Adaline’s vocals contribute to the…
Palehound’s If You Met Her is a powerful piece of alt rock that builds off the framework of bands like Rilo Kiley and The Breeders. Emotive vocals, fuzzy guitars, and a chunky drum sound make If You Met Her into a tremendously hooky sound. Lyric repetition ensures that the song’s melody will be tattooed deeply into the minds and hearts of listeners. Palehound’s guitar work s top-notch with swirling eddies…
“Enter the Dreamland”, the latest single from Meresha, links together pop with a down-tempo, chill sort of EDM. The snap track provides a solid counterpoint for Meresha’s vocals, while the thoughtful compositions are something that will stick with listeners long after the track ceases to play. Hints of 1980s new wave and dance (imagine Pet Shop Boys and Tiffany) provide Enter The Dreamland with an additional oomph. With a current and…