Canadian singer/songwriters are having a good spring, and out of Montreal, this statement applies particularly to one Sébastien Lacombe, a veteran player whose new single and music video “Gold in Your Soul” is capturing the attention of critics around the continent at the moment. Lacombe’s conservative approach the guitar melodies blended with his deeply enigmatic poetry give “Gold in Your Soul” a very easygoing, classic pop feel with a uniquely…
Save Me is a touching pop track,. The amount of emotion that comes forth with Eden’s vocals are fantastic. She is able to draw upon the tradition of performers like early Sheryl Crow or the slower works of Avril Lavigne for inspiration, all while imprinting her own unique styling into each composition. The high-water mark for Save Me comes in the crescendo that occurs at around the 3 minute mark.…
Live It Up has Vanessa V. come forth with a funky and fun rap track that is wholly unique when compared to the rest of modern rap music. There’re a number of distinct sections here, including a more laid-back vibe and something that seems more akin to the rap style of the late 1990s and early 2000s. The booming bass of Live It Up will tattoo the song’s melodies deep…
Superman has Ryan Brahms laying down some soulful vocals. An intricate, introspective backing instrumentation links together a snap track and synths with just a hint of echo. Superman shines because of Brahms’s vocal range and ability to stop and turn on a dime. The hopeful message that is pr promoted during this single is given a further highlight when Superman hits its final 45 seconds. Ending with a touch of…
Getting ready for hunting season is a big undertaking. You need to clean your gun using gun cleaning rod, get some ammo, and ensure that you have the right clothing for going out on a regular basis. Merino Wool hunting clothing is getting more popular all of the time. Why? Here’s a quick look at some of the top reasons. 1. The wool doesn’t smell: The wool is thick, but…
Can you give us a little background information about yourselves? First of all – thank you very much for your invitation for the interview! We are STEREOTIDE from Germany – a four-piece band with the members Stephan (vocals and guitar), Chris (guitar and background vocals), Gabriel (bass and background vocals) and Raffy (drums). What was the process by which you got into playing music? Music has been in our blood…
On her latest single Nwaye, Malou Beauvoir is able to blend together a more contemplative instrumentation with considerable vocal power. The guitar work on this single calls back to the mid-1990s, while there’s a multi-layered approach utilized here that keeps the replay value of Nwaye high over multiple plays. There’s a timeless feeling to Beauvoir’s vox here; stretching out over the composition effortlessly, it’s Malou’s voice that will stick with…
Can you give us a little background information about yourselves? Hi! We’re Cate & Micha from IVY FLINDT. We released our debut album IN EVERY MOVE in 2018 on our own record label MARLAND RECORDS. We recorded our album in Sweden together with producer Per Sunding who is best known for his work with THE CARDIGANS on LONG GONE BEFORE DAYLIGHT. How did you first become involved with music? Micha:…
Jason Young wears many hats. He is bandleader of The Ruse, a project who opened for global powerhouse Muse on three separate world tours, but he has another long standing project called Heartour and its fifth release R U IN in may be his finest musical achievement yet. The Connecticut born singer, composer, and musician turned back to Heartour after placing The Ruse on hiatus and the resulting ten songs should solidify…
Ari Skye’s Look Into My Eyes has a timeless sound to it that will immediately draw in fans of any pop varietal. Ari contributes to the genre with tremendous vocal skill. The snappy synths that play at the bottom of her latest single gradually build into an engrossing sound by the chorus. The voice / instrumentation dynamic will imprint Look Into My Eyes’ melody deep into the minds and hearts…
If anyone digs into the alcohol review section here at NeuFutur, it should be pretty obvious that we like our high-octane stouts and bitter AF India Pale Ales. I must admit I’ve scoffed at the shift towards lighter flavored seltzers and pilsners over the course of the last few years, but Oskar Blues has crafted a tetrad of offerings that bit in perfectly alongside their other efforts. Wild Basin, Oskar…
On O Mesmo Filme, Ricardo Dias is able to blend a dark, brooding instrumentation with a weathered, energetic set of vocals. Building upon the late 1990s rock style of acts like Stabbing Westward and Fuel, Ricardo stands apart from other efforts being released this spring. The instrumentation on O Mesmo Filme is fantastic; sizzling guitar work rises and falls over the course of the track, dropping out at the right…
Bulletproof has Sierra Pilot straddle the line between hard rock and emotive pop music. The dichotomy that the band builds up during this song will ensure that a wide swath of fans will be able to dig in to the music. Sizzling guitar work blends with emotive vocals to ingrain the track deeply into listeners’ psyches. Bulletproof enjoys a layered approach that can stand up to repeat plays. Focus on…
If I Could needs little more than a piano and V. Contreras’s voice to keep fans on the edges of their seats from beginning to end. The journey that fans will take on this track is immense; expansive compositions unite with a set of pipes that can reach a considerable register. This single would be perfect fare for anyone that likes 1990s R&B, musicals, or music that is vocal-forward in…
On Big Hit Song, John Paciga breaks down the process for crafting a chart-topping single. The passion and bouncy vocals do well here, further lifted up through joyous pianos and a downright cheery set of synths. There’s something here for everyone as Paciga is able to showcase the difficulty of the process. While the song itself is about the music industry, the message that John promotes here is that drive…
On Orion, IVEEN builds upon the rich vocal tradition of performers like Stevie Nicks and Patty Smith. Rising and falling like a tide washing against a beach, IVEEN is able to not only tell a cogent story with her latest track but also provide further depth to the booming drums and claps that punctuate the single. By the time that Orion concludes, IVEEN has swept up anyone listening in and…
Bovine Nightmares create some of the most unique types of hard rock we’ve ever heard on their newest track, Giving Little Robots to Children. There’s a bit of the theatricality of Alice Cooper and Lordi, the intense instrumentation of a Blind Guardian, Candlemass, or Suicidal Tendencies, and a bit of the hooky style of a Devo or an Atom and his Package. Giving Little Robots to Children goes through a…
I See You have Rayvon and Sugar Bear create a poppy reggae sound that calls back to the late 1990s and early 2000s. With an absolutely infectious one-two chorus laid down by the pair, fans of booming bass and more delicate R&B hooks will be able to find something to dig into. The backing instrumentation works in tandem with these voices as it both ensures people make it out onto…
David Drake’s Shooting Arrows at the Sun is an effort that calls back to the folksy rock of Donovan along with the crooning style of Chris Isaak and early-nineties Tom Petty. The bit of desert rock / psychedelic guitar that rises into prominence during the single provides a nice counterpoint to the smooth vox laid here by Drake. The percussive punctuation that presents itself as a touchstone during Shooting Arrows…
On Champion Arise, Rock Dawuni is able to infuse a modern set of sensibilities to the tried and true reggae sound. A robust guitar and bouncy bass line mesh with a bit of electronic trappings here, as Rocky’s vocals shine brightly over the track. Hints of gospel can be picked up here; the increasing prominence of these backing vocals add a distinctly different style to Champion Arise’s second half. Able…