Freezy – Boom Single Review
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.
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Prime Blaq – Perseverance Single Review
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…
Fraudband Keyed In Single Review
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.
MENGKESHI Sunset Grid Single Review
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.
Jono McCleery releases first single from Pagodes
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…
Vulfpeck’s Releasing “Thrill Of The Arts” on 10/9
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.
Casebere Feature
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 – Hot Chick Single Review
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…
Tim Neumark Galaxy CD Review
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.
Thirsty – “Flawless”
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.
Quiet Hollers – Self Titled CD Review
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.
Case on Bass – Bass Tones #3 CD Review
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…
Kenny Write The Groovy Song | Angel of Breath
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…
Eddie Brett He Does What He Wants EP Review
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.
Elizabeth Kostova We’re Going Down Single Review
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 I Am EP Review
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…
Carlones Kamal – Don’t think too much
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 – I Hope You’re Well EP Review
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.
Lucy Rose Work It Out CD Review
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.
Ron Louis Smith II – The Prince of Sunshine CD Review
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…