Error37 creates a furious type of emotive metalcore in the vein of Brokencyde and Boys Night Out. XxCactaurXCorexX bounces back and forth between intense and intricate breakdowns and angelic harmonies; the two distinct sides are melded together to create something that will have listeners out in the pit before the two-minute mark. Of particular note during XxCactaurXCorexX has to be the punctual drums, the progressive metal-esque synth sequences, and the two…
Defend The Rhino’s Behind Closed Curtains is the introductory track from Canadian act Defend The Rhino. Coming out of the mind of Nathaniel Sutton, Behind Closed Curtains is a powerfully emotive effort. The usage of atmospheric compositions and classically-inspired arrangements creates a past/present dichotomy. While the track ceases before the four-minute mark, Behind Closed Curtains has an engrossing sound. The gentle rising and falling of this effort keeps listeners on…
Lio Nicol creates a track in her new single They Sent You Back Down that effortlessly ties together pop, alternative, and indie rock into a hard-hitting track. Lio’s vocals will tattoo themselves deep into the minds and hearts of listeners, while the production allows the instrumental and vocal sides the opportunity to shine alone as well as further contributing to the intense sound that issues forth. There are so many…
We received a pair of the Elements Headphones from BiGR Audio a few days ago and are pleasantly surprised that the overall quality for the price point at which they’ve been located. Coming in a ornate wooden box that allows individuals the ability to go and put them up when they are being used, Elements Headphones are a solid blend of smart design and capable speakers making for a product…
Two Cities One World begin their Let the Whole World Disappear with I See the Sun. This introductory effort has a warm and emotive sound and taut instrumentation that skillfully blends together alternative rock and pop. The unique sound that immediately issues forth during this track will make fans of anyone fortunate enough to listen in, while the production of this single is professional enough to allow each constituent element…
Hite is the debut of a new band for Georgia native Julia Easterlin and it’s just as intriguing as her earlier efforts (most notable from her work with guitarist Vieux Farka Toure). This new project is a step away from her loop-heavy previous work. This collection finds her powerful voice floating above a quiet trance-like soundtrack for a strikingly powerful affect.
With the announcement of the iPhone and it’s current challenge to existing headphones it inspired us to locate earbuds and headphones that address some of the problems that typically exist with the products. The Tweedz Braided Headphones which are available for about $35 seek to counter one of the most noxious and irritating problems that one will find after a few weeks of normal use.
Brooklyn Queen’s “Keke Taught Me” is a drill-infused single that will undoubtedly garner radio rotation play due to an impressive beat and a fun flow by Brooklyn Queen. The dynamic between the production and the vocals ensures that listeners will be firmly on the edges of their seats until the final note of this single. The track draws influence from New Orleans, Atlanta, and New York; we can see this…
Carolyn Marie’s “Wanna Be Cool” is a funky, soulful pop track that stands in bold opposition to much of the fare that is on the top of the charts. I think this is the reason why Wanna Be Cool is such a hit; it is a track that draws deeply on the 1990s while having enough in the way of hooks to keep current fans engrossed. The production during Wanna…
The dance remix of AV Super Sunshine’s “I Am Alien” is tremendously fun. The track is able to call back to the halcyon days of 1990s electronic, while the insistent beat of I Am Alien will keep listeners up and active. The narrative quality of this production means that fans will be as engrossed by the dynamic between instruments even before the vocals kick in 90 seconds or so in.
The traditional sound of Western Sky means that the song could easily be on a classic hits station and hang perfect with The Carpenters or Carole King. The instrumentation contributes greatly to this overall sound.
Slow Burn is the first effort on Inward of Eden’s latest album, Mind Control. The band is able to strike immediately with taut instrumentation in a similar vein of The White Stripes and Wolfmother, with a good hint of the sludgy heavy metal of Deliverance-era Corrosion of Conformity that shines through. The titular effort on Mind Control is a high-energy effort that inserts hints of punk (Ixnay on the Hombre-era The…
Jay Clark Band’s Cocked & Loaded begins with Get Wild,a powerful track that soars on the backs of intense drums, passionate vocals, and a hard rock sound that mixes and matches the strongest elements of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and more contemporary approaches. Hell or High Water takes up the standards of Every Mother’s Nightmare and Warrant, with taut instrumentation and a gritty, weathered set of vocals that fit right in…
Tempe-based rockers the Gin Blossoms didn’t have a long run with their initial go round – just three albums before breaking up in 1997 – but man, two of those records are now rightly considered classics. UMe is finally putting out 1992’s “New Miserable Experience” and 1996’s “Congratulations, I’m Sorry” out on limited edition colored vinyl just in time for the 25th anniversary of the former.
In a stroke of genius, Pink Floyd Records has dug deep in the archives to pull out rare and oftentimes unreleased music and videos for this stunning Box Set. There are several of these sets that have just been released (including a massive 38 disc set) that chronicle the unpolished moments of one of the most enigmatic art bands to ever step into a recording studio.
Simona E Milano is one of those powerful tracks that will speak to listeners no matter which languages in which they are familiar. Corrao’s vocals during this single are powerful, touching,m and emotive. The guitar that is threaded through Simona E Milano are the backbone for the track, but the overarching sound of the track is created when the drums are added into the mix. The track does a tremendous job…
Jonathan Di Renzo’s Getting Nowhere begins with Desire, a high-energy track that blends together equal amounts of 1970s Detroit rock, mid-nineties alt rock, and a bit of grunge and punk. The supersonic vocals that are laid down during this introductory track are bolstered further by proficient drums and guitar, giving the track an epic sound that will resound loudly after the album ceases to play.
Carl Borden’s Breathe begins I Lift My Hands. This track blends together bold synth line that set the stage for the approaches and environment to follow. The four and a half minutes of this introductory song will keep listeners on the edges of their seats; Borden’s ability to create such a coherent introductory statement is unparalleled.
Steve Loza’s All Is One begins with Takeoff to Tokyo, a jazz-infused track that blends together the jazz style of the 1930s with an on-point instrumentation and a narrative that is as rich and varied as any lengthy lyrical composition.
There are a number of gaming keyboards that are all vying for market space. The sheer range of quality means that one can purchase a keyboard from about $20 out to a price point exceeding $300 for some of the professional gaming models. We received the Sharkoon Skiller Pro Gaming Keyboard for review that is on the lower end of prices ($29.99 at online retailers) but at no point should individuals…