Casebere may be one of the busiest performers that we have reviewed at NeuFutur. Whether it is with his solo act Case on Bass or the collaborations he has created (Casebere & Joyner, Constance & Casebere), it seems as if there is bold new music coming from the Casebere headquarters on a regular basis. Over the course of the last year, Casebere has crafted 12 full-length albums that could not…
Chris Casino has created a track in Hot Chick that skillfully ties together rap, R&B, and EDM. The track builds off of the work of Flo Rida, Jadakiss, and Juicy J while keeping the tempo high. The track ensures that listeners will make it out to the dance floor; a skillful production allows the distinct elements to shine alone and as part of a unified front. Casino’s flow during this…
Galaxy is the latest album from this Maryland-based pianist and captures the compositions from Neumark’s a song a month promotion. Preludio provides listeners with an introduction to the styles and approaches that Neumark will take on his sixth album, Neumark. The rising and falling action presented to listeners acts as a hook, keeping them firmly on the edges of their seats until the final strains of What You Leave Behind.
The video for Thirsty’s Flawless single provides further backstory for the lyrical content; sharp video and bright visuals provide the perfect highlight for each lyric, guitar riff, and drum hit. Flawless tells a story in a hair under three minutes what many shows would take ten or fifteen minutes to fully lay out.
Shadwick Wilde, frontman for Louisville, Kentucky’s Quiet Hollers seems like a man who immerses himself in a number of things. These things may include books/poetry, multiple musical genres and likely, booze.
A Great Challenge Ahead, Prepare is a tremendous introduction to Case on Bass with a complexity that is similar to that of a Tool or Jaco Pastorius. Case on Bass is able to do something wholly unique in the creation of a bass-led, classical-inspired sort of music on Bass Tones #3. There is a back and forth approach that is powerful and alluring; individuals that have put on Bass Tones…
The Groovy Song is a track that stands in the middle of pop, R&B, and dance music. Little more is present here than strong female vocals, a percussive track, and a hint of synths. What listeners will hear is much greater – this is an effort that elicits comparisons to Jordin Sparks and Beyonce. Ending before the three-minute mark, The Groovy Song is one of the catchiest singles we have…
Lady In Red is an emotive track that will have listeners eagerly focused on Brett’s rich vocals. A light amount of instrumentation provides highlighting that makes Eddie’s performance all the more compelling. The clap and spelled-out chorus of Daniella will bounce around listeners’ minds as Brett creates something that works equally well for fans of Oasis and Billy Bragg.
We’re Going Down is the latest single released by Elizabeth Kostova; the track is strong and deep in a way that few pop efforts achieve. The inimitable vocals of Kostova touch upon a wide variety of singers from Mariah Carey to Amy Winehouse, while the backing instrumentation sits at the juncture of EDM, pop, and alternative rock.
Bri Ingram begins her latest release, the I Am EP with Can’t Even Cry. The track showcases the extra power of Bri’s vocals and provides highlighting with an on-point and furious instrumentation. The dynamic that is created between the guitars and drums creates something that will work perfectly on pop and alternative station. Ingram is able to come forth as a unique performer, influenced by Faith Hill, Sheryl Crow, Kelly…
Don’t think too much is a richly emotive track by Italy’s Carlones Kamal that ties together rock with traditional musical styles to make for something that will resound in the minds of listeners long after the track has ceased. The video that Kamal has created for this single showcases a rich variety of backdrops.
Violet Night has released a four-song EP in I Hope You’re Well that showcases a wide variety of styles, influences, and insights into the band.
An acoustic guitar and a voice can be a beautiful thing. In 2015 however, a time in which the Internet is saturated with acoustic and neo-folk singers ad-nauseam, an artist has to have something special to stand out within the sea of mediocrity.
Spank begins Ron Louis Smith II’s The Prince of Sunshine and it builds upon the work of his father (Ronald Louis Sr., one of the KC and the Sunshine Band originals) – there is a high-energy approach to the track that is honest to the original funk recordings but the frenetic pace of the composition and electrified sound makes this into something that works alongside Chromeo or Random Access Memories-era…
Let It Out gives listeners some idea of where they will be taken, as Oogee Wawa immediately kicks things into high gear with their blend of reggae, rock, rap, and ska. Oogee Wawa is able to create a stellar brand of music over the course of their latest album More Sand Than Money; Pretty is an immaculately-produced track that allows the vocals, drums, and guitars to contribute to an impeccable…
Puscifer, who recently announced a new album, Money Shot (Oct 30, Puscifer Entertainment), and the release of the “Grand Canyon” video, will be returning to the road, kicking off a six-week outing on Nov. 1 at the Monster Mash Festival in Phoenix.
Ever wonder who was the most pissed off guy in the 70’s? My money is on Art Garfunkel. Simon & Garfunkel had just left the 60’s behind with a few Grammys and a ton of stellar songs on their resume. After calling it quits, (apparently Garfunkel pulled the plug so he could embark on an acting career) Paul Simon took a year or two off and comes out with his…
Take Control is an energetic track that will immediately provide listeners with Hannah Dorman’s inimitable style. There are hints of 90s rock, alternative, and an 80s tradition. With equal hints Stevie Nicks and Joan Osbourne, this is an effort that is intense, dense, and fulfilling from beginning to end.
Time And Colors is a richly emotive track that ties together Conor Oberst and John Rzeznik into a catchy, instrumental-heavy rock format. The deliberate arrangements elicit comparisons to Death Cab For Cutie, while the production allows the distinct elements in the tracks the ability to shine alone and as a unified front. Life in a Bag refreshes the style of John Mellencamp and Tom Petty, infusing a little bit of…
The rock and metal scene in the Cleveland area is cut-throat with a number of impressive acts touring and creating music. Impending Lies is an act that deserves to be placed in this pantheon, as their latest EP Believe builds upon metal, hard rock, and hardcore to create something that is hard-hitting and unique. The technical skill that the drums and guitars bring to Shine is without comparison, while Matt’s…