Young Holyfield and Ishadon team up on the new track 1Concern. The track has a little bit of something for anyone lucky enough to listen in. There’s a bit of reggae, hints of mid-oughts rap, and a laid-back production that lifts up everything under the sun. Incorporating two distinct vocal styles ensures that 1Concern remains fresh from the initial note all the way until the end. We’re in love with…
Canyon Town is an engrossing effort that shines based on Regina’s adopting of numerous approaches from the 1960s-70s (Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez) and 1990s-2000s country music. Along with remaining reverent to country and traditional gospel styles, Ferguson’s output far outpaces other performers of these approaches. Taut instrumentation ensures that the backing arrangement remains a vital part of the track. The production of Canyon Town gives Regina, as well as the…
Justin Love’s “No Friends” is a confident R&B track that immediately impresses with charismatic vocals and a robust backing instrumentation that keeps things grooving. The back and forth between the vocals does well in further bolstering the overall intensity of No Friends. Where R&B performers sometimes struggle to carve out a unique spirit to their music, Justin Love is able to do something wholly different than what contemporaries are crafting…
Americana has been making quite a big comeback in the last couple of years, and if you’re curious as to why, you need to take a peek at what the underground has been submitting lately – and particularly what indie folk duo Mike Stinson and Johnny Irion are releasing this coming April in Working My Way Down. Much like their fellow underground artists making big waves on the other side of…
What’s something you’ve done differently in the “Spirit of the Trees” music video from your last video, “Diamond Sailor,” that you’re proud of? One thing we did differently on “Spirit of the Trees” was having me participate in the video more. I’m proud to be more hands-on, which makes it more personal for the viewer. What inspired the scenery and color schemes you incorporated in the “Spirit of the Trees”…
The StaRPM India Pale Ale has just dropped down here. The new collaboration between Ecliptic Brewing and Boneyard beer pours with a hazy yellow coloreation and a fair amount of off-white head. There’s a small amount of astringent and floral notes that issue forth from the IPA, while the initial quaff will link together both piney and more apricot-y notes. There’s a great amount of balance here that ensures that…
Jesse Lynn Madera’s latest release, “Unchained,” serves as the lead single from her forthcoming sophomore album, Belle Sent Me, and showcases Madera’s growth as an artist. It’s a compelling cover of Johnny Cash’s 1996 song of the same name, but the track is only similar in the broadest of strokes as Madera taps into something far more maternal and emotional with her take on the track. As a lead single,…
As someone who loves to keep their car clean, I’m always on the lookout for the best car air fresheners. After trying out several products, I recently discovered PURGGO Car Air Fresheners, and I must say, I’m thoroughly impressed. The first thing that caught my attention about PURGGO was its all-natural and eco-friendly design. Made with bamboo charcoal, it’s a sustainable and renewable product that doesn’t harm the environment. This…
New Holland Brewing Company’s Lightpoint beer is a refreshing and low-calorie option that is sure to please beer enthusiasts who are looking for a healthier choice. This beer has a unique mouthfeel that is light and crisp based on its inclusion of coconut water, orange pael and honey. The ale has a clean finish that is perfect for those who enjoy more subdued beer notes. The effervescence of Lightpoint beer…
As someone who struggles with bedwetting, I have tried various products to manage this issue. I recently decided to try Protecbriefs from www.protecbriefs.com, and I have been very impressed with their performance. Before using Protecbriefs, I would wear a diaper to bed but still experience leaks and accidents throughout the night. This was not only uncomfortable but also embarrassing, as it would often result in stained bedding and a disrupted…
The Manta Sleep Mask PRO is a high-quality sleep mask designed to offer ultimate comfort and light blocking for a better night’s sleep. This sleep mask is designed to contour to your face, making it incredibly comfortable to wear, and it is made with materials that are both soft and durable. One of the most positive aspects of the Manta Sleep Mask PRO is its ability to block out light…
Delta 8 gummies have been gaining popularity in the market lately, and I had the pleasure of trying out the ones from “A Gift From Nature” company. I must say, these gummies are an absolute delight, and I’m more than happy to give them a review. Firstly, the packaging is top-notch. The gummies come in a well-designed container that is easy to open and close. The packaging is also child-resistant,…
On Bad Boy, Lori P. Davis is able to build upon the rich new wave-tinged pop of the 1980s and blend it up with a fair share of mid-oughts country music. What results here is something special; the track bounces between styles and approaches with great aplomb. We’re in love with the rich guitar riffs as well as the ethereal and bright vox that Davis presents here. There’s a crossover…
Hard-edge southern rock is the order of the day for LAN LAW’s newest song Hillbilly Legal. The rich narrative that the act lays out from the beginning of the track will keep one focused in, while the dynamic that is established between the vocals and the rich instrumentation will keep them sticking around until the act closes up shop. The back and forth between the vox here keeps things nice…
On here new track, Fav Flavor, Amanda Holley lays everything out. The tinges of Mariah Carey and early Destiny’s Child that can be found here are married well to Holley’s inimitable style. The backing instrumentation does masterfully here, providing Amanda with ample ability to build complex and fulfilling vocal arrangements. There’s a surprising depth to Fav Flavor that ensures listeners will be able to find new twists and turns with…
On Party Like You, Jason Owens is able to create a tender modern country song that showcases a tremendous amount of emotion while having the hookiest chorus you’ve heard this year. The song is able to span the range of legendary performers like Blake Shelton and the Zac Brown Band while having just the lightest tinge of a Harry Styles. For those long-time fans of country music, the backing instrumentation…
Carbon County’s “Panic” comes forth with a bit of Ramones and Screeching Weasel. Furious guitar work, splashy drums, and an in-your-face set of vocals unite to have listeners tapping their toes. Panic’s chorus will bury itself deep into listeners’ brains, while the sizzling guitar lines hurtle fans to the end of the track. There’s a vibrancy and current feel to Carbon County’s latest single that will garner a great many…
Midnight Sun is a country-rock track in the vein of Alabama, .38 Special and the Drive-By Truckers. The charismatic vocals will immediately draw listeners in, while the assertive guitars blend with the strings and bass to make for a seriously robust backing track. The two elements are able to join together into something special as Lake enters into the chorus. With these lines resounding loudly out through the speakers, Lake…
On Light of the Moon, Red Matter are able to craft an engrossing narrative replete with complex arrangements and considerable charisma. The band’s own brand of jam builds upon the Grateful Dead, Blues Travel, and My Morning Jacket. The multi-part harmonies that are presented during their latest single are impressive. More than just laying out a narrative with them, Red Matter’s vox add mightily to what is already a deep,…
JIP’s new album Thought This Was Over begins with Money & Candy, a single which immediately draws listeners in with assertrive guitars and drums. The guitar fuzz adds a bit of cushion upon which the Offspring-meets-Rise Against infused vocals can reside. Other nods are made here to Samhain-era Danzig, Offspring and Unwritten Law. The swagger than begins Smile. Enjoy Yourself will immediately draw fans in, while the cohesive sound of…