“Om Tare” is a wholly immersive track from Australia’s Sacred Earth. From the onset the act is able to create a musical landscape that elicits comparisons to a desert clime. As the composition continues to play, the rich flute and string dynamic that is created ensures that listeners are on the edges of their seats. The track continues to evolve, bringing in a perfectly intertwined duet of vocals. SargeantJohn Sargeant,…
The Sweetwater Hillbillies have just released their video for the newest single off of their On The Road release, Goin Back To Texas. Goin Back To Texas has The Sweetwater Hillbillies take on a traditional country and western sound and breathe new life into the style with a vibrancy that cannot be beat. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he…
In terms of 1990s supergroups, Mad Season was easily one of the best. Comprised of Alice in Chains frontman Layne Staley, Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready, Screaming Trees’ drummer Barrett Martin and Walkabouts’ bassist John Baker Saunders – all Seattle residents riding high on the success of grunge at the time – the side project ran from 1994 until Saunders death in 1999. Though they only put out one record,…
I Don’t Care is a perfect introduction to fans, as the effort showcases the vibrant side of the act while leaving just enough play for Giraffe to be able to expand upon this first effort. The track blends together traditional and alternative, calling back to The Donnas, The White Stripes and the power-pop of Boston and Cheap Trick. The deliberate and driving beat of I Don’t Care establishes a quick…
Lancaster, Ohio’s Fedd Up have released their Dark Days EP, providing listeners with a great introduction to this hard, sludgy rock act. Wild Flower is a track that builds off of Soundgarden, Animosity-era Corrosion of Conformity, and Kyuss. The charismatic vocals link up nicely with the guttural intensity of the guitars and punchy, on-point vocals. This introductory single hits on all cylinders, ensuring that listeners are on the edges of…
Freezy is a performer from London, England that crafts something special. The high energy of Freezy’s latest track Boom ties together Chris Brown, Omarion, and T-Pain while showcasing the performer’s unique style. 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…
Long Beach California’s own Prime Blaq has just released his latest effort, Perseverance. The track immediately will capture listeners’ attentions, as one can hear hints of Jay Electronica and The Game with bits of early “The College Dropout”-era Kanye West, during Perseverance, Prime Blaq is able to create a rapid flow that works perfectly with the J. Dilla-inspired backing beat. The rising synths that play in the background allow Prime Blaq’s…
Fuzzy indie rock that is deceptively deep, allowing listeners to find something new with each subsequent listen. The guitar/drum dynamic that begins the track provides a narrative touching upon highs and lows. The frenetic energy of Fraudband during the single is infectious, while the spontaneity of the band ensures that fans will have little idea where the track will ultimately go. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the…
With Sunset Grid, MENGKESHI is able to create something that calls forth the electronic music of the eighties while imbuing it with a much more contemporary flow. 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…
The second track to be unveiled from his third longplayer Pagodes (scheduled for release on 2nd October 2015 via If Music Records – a newly established record label by the acclaimed Soho-based independent record shop of the same name) “It’s ultimately about seizing the moment, listening to your heart, removing yourself from negative influence, immersing yourself in love, and finding clarity,” explains Jono. “But also acknowledging the idea that clarity…
Chart-topping rhythm section Vulfpeck will release their non-silent full-length debut Thrill of the Arts October 9 on their own Vulf Records. “Back Pocket” featuring Christine Hucal, the first track from the album, premieres today below. Thrill of the Arts is available for preorder. Deiondrewww.bigblackdick.com
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. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he…
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. David Rangel
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. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and…
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. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of…