Make It Shake is a wonderful blend of hard-rock with 1990s country, ensuring that fans will make it out on the dance floor shortly after they experience the single for their first time. The back and forth between the male and female vocals pushes each to a higher plateau, while intense piano lines and strong bass / drum dynamics are incorporated to make this track resound loudly in listeners’ brains…
On Killer, Cardamone is able to showcase tremendous vocal ability. Hitting a number of notes, it’s no surprise that these vocals are placed front and center on this track. The plinking of keys adds a stellar backdrop upon which the aforementioned vox can reside. The bit of classical-infused keys that are bubbling in this background are able to infuse Cardamone’s latest track with a fullness that keeps things interesting from…
Nice Knowing You is a powerful pop track that will immediately draw listeners in with Daisy Briggs’ charismatic vocals and lyrics that will be appreciated by anyone that has been in love previously. The rising and falling of the synths and snap track on this single keep fans on the edges of their seats. There’s a timeless feeling to Briggs’ new single that ensures the song resonates with fans of…
Do you feel like your previous work as a dancer has influenced your current music career? If so, how? 100%. I love combining the two. Whenever I write a song I’m always thinking ‘how can I incorporate dance into this?’ Also, I got a sneak preview into the music world when I danced for many great artists. I wanted to be in their shoes…not literally. What was your favorite part…
Your sound in the “No Goodbyes” music video is so smooth! What part of the vocal process do you enjoy and why? Thank you! I love the whole process of creating music. From having the vision, creating the beat, writing the lyrics to recording the song. I really enjoy all parts. How has your experience living in Europe transferred into the music you make today? If I had to pick…
Through His Name is the introductory track on Bayou Line, the new album from Rusty Reid. The song builds off traditional gospel and country and western style with a dynamic established between the vocals and guitars that will bring in listeners for the long haul. My Troubles Have Just Begun is the next track on Bayou Line and brings in a bit of sizzling guitar work to seat the track…
Everett De Morier is a man you’ll soon realize it’s a privilege to meet. Everett De Morier, The Six Percent, and Being Part of a Select Few Everett De Morier is a man you’ll soon realize it’s a privilege to meet. Sure, he’s the bonafide author of four books, eight produced stage plays, an expose on prison corruption for 543 Magazine, a true crime book about a powerful New York…
Tremendous in its sound, Transitions is a track that will immediately draw in listeners. Robust instrumentation mixes with strong vocals and tremendous narratives. Todd Curry’s latest single will be a gospel staple for years, all while having an eye for the instrumental arrangements that will appease even the most jaded music fans. There are so many distinct twists and turns here that one will continually find new inclusions even five…
Isaac Watters’ “All I Need” has a powerful 1980s-tinged sound that elicits comparisons to the Talking Heads as well as Tom Waits. There’s a shy charisma that is presented here alongside sweeping synths and fitting drums. Standing out boldly from the rest of the fare currently garnering press attention, Watters’ latest single is something special. Fans will be able to sing along even after one play. Deceptively deep in its…
Intruder 424’s “Devil In Your Crown” is a hard-rocking effort that incorporates the supersonic sound of a Fear Factory with the roots-infused sound of acts like Zeppelin. There’s hints of Filter and Soundgarden that can be picked out here; the passion and care exhibited by the band here ensure that anyone that has happened upon Devin In Your Crown will be in for a treat. Tremendous drums and assertive guitars…
On “M4U”, The Rocket Summer is able to create something emotive and rich, all while having a robust backing instrumentation that will stand up to repeat plays. The production is able to put a spotlight on each constituent element here, from the guitars to the vox and to the crunchier synth size of things. M4U’s beat will be tattooed deeply into the minds and hearts of listeners. The passion and…
Sensible Chuckles, the New England India Pale Ale from Sixth Sense Brewing in Jackson, Ohio, is a delightful brew that captivates the taste buds. With its enchanting yellow-hued appearance, this beer is a feast for the senses. As the beer is poured into a glass, one immediately notices its radiant yellow hue. This vibrant color is reminiscent of sun-kissed summer days, evoking a sense of warmth and relaxation. The intensity…
Realize Live Resin Gummies offer a delightful and unique way to experience the benefits of THC (derived in accordance with the Farm Bill) in a tasty treat. These gummies are infused with live resin, providing a potent and effective dose of THC in each bite. With three distinct flavors – Blood Orange (drawn from OG Kush), Watermelon (Gelato), and Blueberry (Grandaddy Purple). These Live Resin Gummies offer a diverse range…
Ecliptic Brewing’s Altbier (part of the 2023 Moon Room Series) is a delightful brew that showcases the brewery’s mastery of traditional German beer styles. With an ABV of 5.3% and 30 IBU, this beer strikes a harmonious balance between malty sweetness and subtle hoppiness. Pouring a deep amber to mahogany color, the Altbier entices the senses with its inviting appearance. The aroma reveals notes of toasted malt, caramel, and a…
San Francisco based filmmaker Paul Burke and New York sculptor Steve Shaheen didn’t stay fallow when the COVID-19 lockdowns temporarily felled their careers. The two men turned to another love they share, songwriting, and began collaborating on what would become the self-titled debut Toy City album. The nine songs they’ve included on this release include two covers and the remaining seven tracks are introspective sans any navel-gazing. This means they’ve…
There’s a lot of oomph to the opening bars of “Prove,” the first track in gloryBots’ new album Radiation Skies, but for all this song packs in rhythmic energy, it indulges further in warm tonal goodness the likes of which are a rare commodity anymore. The vocals intertwine and make a melodic patchwork as speckled with humanizing faults as it would be a symbol of rock harmony perfection, and the guitar…
SNYPA’s 6IX is a bold effort, one that immediately captures the performer’s inimitable approach to rap music. There’s more than a bit of grit, all while the tremendous bass of the backing beat rattle windows. The distinct elements of 6IX push each other to higher plateaus, all while SNYPA’s latest sparkles with a rap radio-friendly demeanor. There’s nods to Atlanta and Los Angeles performers here, but 6IX offers listeners so…
I Look Good, the new single from Miss Kaniyah, is a supremely powerful and assertive effort that will drive its melodies deep into the minds and hearts of listeners. The bright vocals that bounce off of the booming percussion could easily be slotted alongside other high-rotation singles. There’s a bit of a throw back here to the early 1990s dance crazy, all while the pop/rap approach of MK speaks to…
We were gracious enough to receive a beermail from Nashville, Tennessee’s New Heights Brewing Company. Enclosed (along with some coozies, stickers, and coolers) were the brewery’s imperial stout Navel Gazer (and a Coffee/Coconut variant) as well as their Rye India Pale Ale Tryestar. I recently had the pleasure of indulging in Navel Gazer imperial stout from Nashville’s New Heights Brewing Company. This rich and flavorful beer packs a punch with…
BlueNevada’s “How Do You Feel” draws upon the alt-rock of the late 1990s, blending together rich vocals (e.g. Duncan Sheik, Barenaked Ladies) with jangling guitars and splashy drums. The tremendous emotionality exhibited on this cut will be what brings in fans by the barrelful, as will the product that allows each twist and turn to hit with maximum effect. The guitar solo that acts as the bridge for How Do…