Meridian Incident’s “Yellow Wings” is a powerful hard rock track that builds off of the work of Papa Roach and Seether. The emotion that is brought by the guitars, bass, and drums on Yellow Wings is substantial. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25…
Daniel Correa’s “Fold It Back” is a unique-sounding track as the track successfully blends New Jack Swing, jazz, and Britpop into a tremendous effort. Instrumental and vocal sides are given highlighting variously through Fold It Back, but the track’s backbone relies on a thick and assertive bass line, futuristic synths and a heavenly set of pipes on Daniel. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief…
J-Wonn’s 24/7 is a R&B track that builds off of funk and gospel genres. The vocal ability of J-Wonn is impressive, reaching highs and lows that would be nigh-impossible for the average singer. A ropy bass line and sizzling horns and synth create a stellar backdrop upon which J-Wonn can shine. The dynamic that is created between the vocal and instrumental sides pushes each to a higher plateau. SargeantJohn Sargeant,…
Dylan Bernard’s Flames is a passionate ode to love that captures a popular sentiment. The dual duty of Dylan – showcasing a narrative and contributing to the harmony of Flames – is impressive. Little more is present on Flames besides a piano and Dylan’s voice, but the track is fulfilling, engrossing, and easily keeps fans on the edges of their seats until the final note. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur…
Ingelik Moods are currently working on their full-length album, slated to be released in 2017. The band has graciously let us check out a few of their demos. Arsenic is a warmly emotive, slow-paced track that tells more with a synthesizer than bands can hope to convey with vocals. When the guitars kick into the mix, Arsenic is given a fullness that hearkens back to the mid-1990s alternative rock scene. I personally…
“Survivorman” Les Stroud has released Arctic Mistress, an engrossing track that blends together equal amounts rock and late-nineties alternative music. Listeners will immediately be struck by the tautness of the song. The guitar’s strumming meshes nicely with the robust bass line and perfectly-placed drum lines. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech,…
So We Go is Alex Di Leo’s latest single, a retro-eighties sort of song that works well in current alternative circles. Alex’s vocals are passionate and fun, while So We Go’s instrumentation sparkles brightly. Despite the track ceasing at the four minute mark, there is a fullness and robustness to So We Go that will stick with listeners long after the track’s final note plays. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur…
Vama’s Ghosts At War is an inspirational sort of rock that builds off of the framework of artists like the Foo Fighters and U2. The band’s instrumentation on Ghosts At War is impressive, with the dynamic of guitar, bass, and drum making for the perfect backdrop for the vocals. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music,…
KING ROPES begin their album DIRT with Dogleg Boy, a track that skillfully blends together 1990s alt-rock with the grungy, dirty theatric rock of Alice Cooper. Strong guitars, echoing vocals, and a taut instrumentation immediately draw listeners in. Lurch on Sister is a deliberate sounding track that bounces back and forth with ropy bass line and passionate, emotive vocals. The hook that KING ROPES craft during this track will tattoo itself deeply,…
Midwest-based group The Legal Matters is the power pop supergroup made up of members from bands you’ve likely never heard of (Hippodrome, anyone? The Phenomenal Cats? An American Underdog?). Regardless their collaboration in The Legal Matters is bound to bring the attention these guys clearly deserve. John B. Moorewww.neufutur.com
Aaron Lee Tasjan may be prolific, but he is anything but easy to categorize. He’s played guitar with the New York Dolls and Drivin N’ Cryin, started his own Glam Indie rock band and can still manage to pay homage to some of the great acoustic singer/songwriters of the ‘70s on his solo efforts. His latest, “Silver Tears,” tips a hat to everyone from Harry Nilsson to John Prine, in…
Fire To The Stars’ “Wholesale Slaughter” is a trancy piece of indie-rock that takes listeners on a journey. Careful instrumentation and haunting vocals unite to make an engrossing effort. The 4:30 of the single provides ample opportunity for Fire To The Stars to show off powerful guitar chops and a musical tautness that resounds loudly after the track ceases. There is a very natural ebbing and flowing to Wholesale Slaughter…
Dami’s J’s is a fast-paced rap track that showcases a tremendous dedication by the performer. While there are hints of artists like Rick Ross and Kid Cudi here, the path that Dami takes on his latest single is purely his own. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since…
Anana Kaye’s Carolina is a crossover track that touches upon the work of performers like Stevie Nicks and Sheryl Crow. The soft-spoken vocals of Kaye have a perfect counterpoint in emotive guitars and on-point drumming. The multiple layers of Carolina mean that fans will continue to find new twists and turns even a few listens in. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur…
Trevor Wesley’s In This World is a unique pop track that takes up hints of rap and sixties soul to ensnare listeners. Strong, authoritative drums and intelligent arrangements keep the replay value of In This World high. The narrative of In This World is clear and will be appreciated by anyone that has been fond of another. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of…
There’s certainly no dearth of Bob Dylan live records out there. Thanks to the Bootleg series, just about every Dylan concert ever put to tape has found its way to the public (or likely will soon). “The Real Royal Albert Hall 1966 Concert” is the latest and one of the most curious in Dylan lore. It also happens to be a fantastic set. John B. Moorewww.neufutur.com
How have your compositions changed since your first release? I think that there has been an evolution, good or bad I do not know ,but a lot of things happened in my personal life ,in the world around me since my first album that I voluntarily or involuntarily incorporated in my music, my lyrics. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where…
Amir Higher creates an inspirational EDM/dance track (featuring EVS) that immediately cranks it into high gear from the single’s onset. A particularly robust backing beat and nice pause before the vocals kick back in add a further boost to I Am Ready’s energy. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming…
Tremble’s cover of Jason Derulo’s “Want To Want Me” infuses the single with a sultry, slinky sound. Below that, there is a trap/industrial beat that further separates this version from the original. The vocals and instrumentation open into a twinkling, contemplative chorus; Tremble is able to give this single an ethereal, otherworldly sort of sound. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where…
Nik Salazar’s Who Am I Kidding is a tremendously emotional track, with Nik’s vocals keeping listeners focused on the composition. Hints of Justin Bieber and Zayn can be heard here, but Salazar does well in incorporating hints of earlier pop performers like Usher and Justin Timberlake. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer…