Ramonda Hammer begin their latest album Whatever That Means with a stellar introduction to the band. The alternative rock presented here refreshes the sound of acts like Bif Naked and The Anniversary. Sizzling guitar works perfectly with supersonic vocals to ensure that listeners are on the edges of their seats as they move into If, Then. The slower and more contemplative tack taken by Ramonda Hammer here allows listeners to see…
Yes, that’s the band name and no, I have no idea about the meaning or origin of the quirky moniker. But 2/3 Goat does play an impressive mix of folk and Americana on Let it Rise (the New York-based band has dubbed their sound metrobilly). John B. Moorewww.neufutur.com
Beth Macari’s Voodoo is a rich, funky track that is able to reach a high plateau with Beth’s vocals. The sultry, slightly smoky sound of Macari during this track is reminiscent of Sheryl Crow, Pink, and even an earlier sixties tradition (Shirley Bassey) of singing. 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,…
Purplehed’s Burn Like the Sun is a distinct pop track that touches upon a wide variety of styles to make something catchy as all get out. There are hints of U2, Maroon 5, OneRepublic along with enough of an electronic tinge to keep EDM fans happy. 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,…
3@Sea’s Venus (composed by Terry Manning) is a track is a little bit Bond, a little bit big band, and is sublimely catchy. The track is able to tell a detailed story over the course of its five-minute run time. The constituent elements of the track are able to shine alone or as a cohesive unit. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur…
Armada Named Sound have just released a video for their latest single, NY. The blend of female vocals and immersive electronic instrumentation are unique and distinctive from pop or EDM-charting music. The song pulls from the halcyon days of the late eighties and early nineties, all while promoting a current and contemporary sort of sound. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine,…
Rule Breaker allows Lauren Carter ample opportunity to impress listeners with her vocals. The instrumentation here does a lot to properly highlight Lauren’s voice in that the drums and piano rise and fall, providing additional emphasis to certain 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, and gaming culture since 1998. With…
Colette Kavanagh’s “Hold On” blends together vocals and piano in a stirring way. The gradual incline present in the track will have listeners on the edges of their seats as the track rises and falls. The track links together the singer-songwriter style with hints of Sarah McLachlan and Kelly Clarkson. The deliberate instrumental arrangements shine based on their ability to create a rich musical tapestry upon which Kavanagh’s vocals can…
Ideomotor’s The Gutter is a supersonic track that builds upon the framework of 1980s New Wave and emo from the oughts to create something that blends together disparate sounds and styles masterfully. A strong, assertive beat is the perfect counterpoint from the honeyed vocals. The production of The Gutter is strong enough to allow these elements to shine alone and as a cohesive entity. Allowing the vocals to take on…
Dear God by Transparent Soul is a powerful hard rock track that showcases a good amount of emotion. Where a number of the more intense rock songs tend to ignore the vocal side of things, what Transparent Soul does here is keep listeners on the edges of their seats through heavy thoughts and a passion that is hard to deny. The production of Dear God allows each of the elements…
The Suits by Jerome Lee is a R&B track that touches upon the styles of the 1980s and 1990s to build upon a very current and contemporary sound. The current sound of the track is predicated on how successfully it builds this blueprint; hints of Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and Herbie Hancock can all be heard here. Jerome’s vocals are a particularly high point to the composition, while the backing instrumentation…
Dos is a collection of 10 tracks by San Francisco’s El Gato Dice. Matador is the opening effort, showcasing a thoughtful introduction that deflty blends together deliberate arrangements and a fuzz that rises and falls as the track continues. El Gato Dice are able to create a solid introduction to their Dos without having to sing a single world. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and…
The Phoenix Rose’s Destination is one of the most unique tracks we’ve heard so far in 2016. The track blends together pop, rock, electronic, and tribal rhythms in a catchy package. 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 years of continuous digital publishing experience,…
Audrey X’s Volcano is a powerful pop track that works perfectly alongside Katy Perry and Ke$ha, blending together strong and positive lyrics with a catchy beat that will tattoo itself deeply into the minds and hearts of listeners. The unique quality brought to Volcano by Audrey X makes for a timeless track that will interest fans of Kelly Clarkson and Hilary Duff while bringing in bits of J-pop and EDM.…
Elusive Pleasure is the latest single by Diana Ebe, showcasing a unique style that touches upon ambient, indie-pop, and even trip-hop genres before the effort ends. The instrumentation is taut, providing a considerable boost to the song’s momentum when the wall of sounds kicks in. The instrumental and vocal elements of Elusive Pleasure make for something beautiful that will stick with fans long after the song has ceased to play.…
England For Glory is a positive effort that showcases the sheer drive and determination of England, providing listeners with a way to boost their pride. 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 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he has written thousands of hands-on…
All I Want is a tremendously inviting composition that sparkles with rich vocals and a blend of trombone, reeds, trumpet, and piano. The warmth of the early album continues with You Won’t Be Satisfied. The back and forth of the smooth female voice and reedy male vocals is powerful as the backing instrumentation gives it their all. The environment established by Dalton’s piano and Wycliff’s dual duties of vocals and trombone…
Eyes Fixed is a tremendous effecting track that links together the singer-songwriter style with hints of rock and alternative approaches. The instrumental and vocal interaction is delightful, with lighter, deeper, and more intense elements uniting to make for a tremendous composition. 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…
Amity Rae create their latest track, These Heels, with an ear towards the New Orleans bounce scene, the strong vocals of the New York City R&B scene, and the call and response of the Atlanta mid-oughts rap scene. 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…
Holly Elle’s Flip That Script is a powerful pop track that looks back to the halcyon days of the late 90s and early oughts, tying together Shakira, Ace of Bace, and Kelly Clarkson into something special. 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 years of…