Edge Of Paradise’s “ALIVE” is a hard-rocking track that takes up the standards of Coal Chamber, Machine Head, and the Deftones. The vocals are ferocious as they build upon the framework of Arch Enemy and Kittie. Grim, dark, and with enough energy to rend listeners asunder, the instrumentation that is present during Alive is top-notch. The sizzling guitar work, the tremendous technical ability of the drums, and how well each…
Austin David’s Find Me a New Way is a track that deserve to be on high rotation throughout the variety of pop and dance stations. The sunny disposition of the track, the vocal ability of Austin David, and how well the instrumental and vocal sides work in tandem make this into one of the best singles that we have heard so far this autumn> The assertive percussive beat is what…
Jared Dylan’s We Can’t is a hooky pop track that will immediately draw listeners in with sexy vocals and a backing beat that melds together pop, rock, and EDM music into a neat package. Dylan’s vocals take the best pieces of Maroon 5, One Direction, and Justin Timberlake to make for a strong an assertive sound that pairs nicely with the shuffling, shambling dance beat that comprises the instrumental side…
John Hickman’s Cascade is a completely engrossing track that ties together a wide variety of styles and approaches to make for somethign epic. THere are nods to alternative, progressive rock, and new wave music during Cascade. Hickman’s vocals are the unifying part here; the sheer vocal range that John reaches during this single has to be heard to be believed. A beautiful music video represents the final part of this…
Mister Zuckerberg’s “Digital Rain” is an interesting electronic track that blends trip-hop and industrial styles into a format that is utterly new and exciting. THe digitzed vocals provide a narrative for Digital Rain as the the percussion and bass elements provide an engrossing backdrop for the single. The novelty of Mister Zuckerberg ensures that listeners will be focused in to each and every note that is present during this cut;…
The Unraveled is a powerful track that blends together ambient music with an indie meets atmospheric sound. The vocals that are laid down by Rebecca Loebe imbue the track with an energy and an incredible depth. The number of distinct tacks that are taken during this single ensure that listeners will have to play the single multiple times before hearing every dynamic that is established.
Fifty years after its release, the polarizing Rolling Stones classic (yes, classic) Their Satanic Majesties Request is finally getting a much-deserved re-release in the form of a double vinyl set (including mono and stereo versions). The package also includes a double hybrid Super Audio CD as well.
The Awakening is the first track on the Iluminative EP of the same title, and it showcases a bold sound. There are hints of rap, R&B and grime that combine to create something new and unique. There are so many things that are occurring at one time during this introductory track, but Iluminative is talented enough to turn these disparate tacks and approaches into a cohesive and unified sound. Guides,…
sutrobath’s Reptile EP is a tremendously cohesive effort, even when one considers that the constituent tracks all build on distinct styles and approaches. For example, the titular effort on the Reptile EP has haunting vocals in the same vein as Tool, an echoing drum beat and hints of industrial styles that are weaved throughout. In A Room has a more of a hard rock feel; fans of The Deftones and…
Matt Allen has just released his Last Time EP, a four-track extended play that showcases tremendous depth in a small smattering of singles. Get To Know Me is a soulful track that showcases Allen’s tremendous vocal ability, all while there is a robust R&B production that benefits from a thick bass line and soulful keys. Ride The Moment begins with an inviting clap track that ties together soul and gospel styles into…
With the recent passing of Leon Russell and Merle Haggard, it seems like we’re in danger of losing a precious sub-genre of music. Both, along with a handful of others like Willie Nelson (still around, thankfully!) and Waylon Jennings, played a skillful brand of bullshit-free country music that added in the swamp sound of Mussel Shoals and a “no fucks left to give” Outlaw vibe.
It’s been 14 years since Gene Loves Jezebel last put out a record, but by the third track on their latest effort, the fantastically maudlin “How Do You Say Goodbye (To Someone You Love),” the band proves they are still relevant.
Collegians Interview Today, we are speaking with Melbourne’s Collegians. Can you give us a little background information about yourselves? How did you get into music? Glenn: Hi yeah well, I got into music from an early age, actually inspired by my cousins grunge bands of all things, Started singing for the Victorian Choir, playing the arts Centre in Melbourne as one of my first gigs, which was extremely daunting, leaving…
Ali B’s Kiss Me Goodbye looks back to the early 1990s dance scene for inspiration. A minimalist production, up front and center vocals, and a decently quick tempo make this into a fun club track. Ali B’s vocals shine the brightest on this single. We were excited to hear how different her latest single Strangers In Love sounds from her previous single. This effort builds off of the style of…
Mark Newman’s “When I Aim My Gun” starts with an intricate guitar/drum dynamic that sets the stage for the rest of what occurs on the single. The narrative quality of Newman on this single is similar to Ted Nugent’s Fred Bear or The Scorpions’ Wind of Change. The track blends together rock, country, and alternative (e.g. Goo Goo Dolls, Third Eye Blind) styles. A full and fleshed-out production present on…
The Frankel Sisters’ Don’t Judge Me is a distinctive EDM / pop track that immediately draws listeners in with a catchy vocal style and assertive synthesizers. Don’t Judge Me pulls from a rich dance tradition that stretches from disco all the way to current EDM approaches. The perfectly-placed percussion imbues this single with an infectious sound; just try to stay off the dance floor when Don’t Judge Me is playing.…
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Sleeping Babys are a five piece indie rock group hailing from Sidney, Australia. Their track “Resistor” has really caught our attention here at NeuFutur. The track features a powerful social message that reminds listeners that by hurting others “you only hurt yourself”. The lyrics ask the listeners to “resist” the idea that you can gain something by saying hateful things to others. I think this is personally one of the…
Canadians, the longtime punching bags of their neighbors to the south, are clearly having the last laugh. While we elected quite possibly the dumbest egotist in the world, they had to put in place a hunky, rational leader, who’s pretty much the polar opposite of Trump; Our Justice Department is weighing shutting down medicinal weed, while they went ahead and legalized pot. We could at least lord our punk bands…
Janet Gardner (formerly of Vixen)’s “Rat Hole” blends together hard rock, hair metal, and industrial into a ferocious, intense (and heavy) sound. Gardner’s growl straddles the line between metal growl and Amy Lee-like melody here. The breakdown at the 2:45 mark is delicious; having a slinky bass line laid down as the distinct elements (drums, vocals, and guitar) enter back into the mix is precisely the way to keep listeners…