The Frankel Sisters’ Don’t Judge Me is a distinctive EDM / pop track that immediately draws listeners in with a catchy vocal style and assertive synthesizers. Don’t Judge Me pulls from a rich dance tradition that stretches from disco all the way to current EDM approaches. The perfectly-placed percussion imbues this single with an infectious sound; just try to stay off the dance floor when Don’t Judge Me is playing.…
Canadians, the longtime punching bags of their neighbors to the south, are clearly having the last laugh. While we elected quite possibly the dumbest egotist in the world, they had to put in place a hunky, rational leader, who’s pretty much the polar opposite of Trump; Our Justice Department is weighing shutting down medicinal weed, while they went ahead and legalized pot. We could at least lord our punk bands…
“I want to lose weight, but I don’t know which diet best suits my needs.” Does this scenario sound familiar? To millions of people, it will sound eerily to their everyday struggle. Let’s face it; lots of people want to shed some timber. According to www.dosomething.org, 91% of women are unhappy with their body image. And, it doesn’t stop there as the news.bbc.co.uk reports that 90% of teenagers are unhappy,…
Janet Gardner (formerly of Vixen)’s “Rat Hole” blends together hard rock, hair metal, and industrial into a ferocious, intense (and heavy) sound. Gardner’s growl straddles the line between metal growl and Amy Lee-like melody here. The breakdown at the 2:45 mark is delicious; having a slinky bass line laid down as the distinct elements (drums, vocals, and guitar) enter back into the mix is precisely the way to keep listeners…
Mello Talk’s “Head Games” is a laidback sort of electronic pop. The mid-tempo beat upon which the vocals are draped over represents a stable and emphatic nudge towards the dance floor. There is a bit of world weariness to these vocals; listeners will be able to feel the same sort of tension that is discussed in the lyrics. It is this heightened emotional quality that makes Head Games into a…
NYA’s “Let Go” ties together pop, R&B, and EDM is a touching and introspective track. A powerful beat is threaded through Let GO, while NYA’s vocals are tremendously effecting from the first note until the final utterance on the single. The rising and falling action of this single will keep listeners firmly on the edges of their seats. I feel that Let Go is distinct enough for fans to take…
Zander Bleck’s “Alive” is an epic track. Bleck’s vocals resound loudly over an emotionally intense track that brings in hints of goth and Joshua Tree-era U2. With a harmony that is hard to top, Alive is truly timeless. The careful instrumentation that comprises the backbone of the track stands up to repeat plays. The dynamic between guitar/drum and guitar/vocals are stunning; chiaroscuro (dark/light) is used to great effect here. We…
Veronica Bianqui’s Victim is an alt-rock track that brings in some interesting inclusion; the heavy rock sound that issued from from Detroit, the swirling eddys of mid-1990s alt music, and hints of the 1960s singers (e.g. Nancy Sinatra, Joan Baez) in Veronica’s vocals. A fun track that will bury itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners, Victim is one of the best tracks that we have heard this…
Brooklyn Queen’s “EMOJI” calls back to a middle-oughts pop style. The twinkling sound of the production works well to provide a further boost to her vocals, while the interspersed visual scenes (showcasing BQ in detention) provide a bit more information about the performer. The track’s overall sound is catchy and feels destined for radio rotation; the subject matter speaks to anyone that is going through a hard day and needs…
Julia Othmer’s Hungry Days (Make Me Feel) is an effort that builds off of a rich pop tradition. Othmer’s vocals take hints of Pink and Kelly Clarkson and adds hints of Nancy Sinatra, all while a high energy blend of rock and electronic styles create a compelling backing beat.
Melissa Robertson’s ‘He’s A Writer Of Songs’ is a powerful track that draws upon the 1970s singer-songwriter; Robertson is able to build off of the framework of performers like Carole King and Karen Carpenter. The instrumentation presented to fans on He’s A Writer Of Songs ties together pop, country, and folk styles. Melissa’s vocals are the focal point on this single, rising and falling with tremendous care. These vocals, while confident…
Londale’s Let’s Take A Ride is a mid-tempo effort that is tremendously touching, emotionally intense effort. The dynamic between the lyric and vocal sides pushes each to an entirely higher plateau. The drum / guitar back and forth creates the backdrop upon which the weathered, slightly gritty vocals can shine. The track does well in showcasing the weariness of life and how refreshing the titular activity would be. Let’s Take…
Gas grills are easy to use, efficient and can be used to cook food in a matter of minutes. They will boost the performance and versatility of your kitchen as they are capable of cooking a variety of dishes. However, purchasing the best grill and BBQ takes time and lots of considerations. This is because of the wide variety of grills available in the market today. Here are a few…
Tommy Stinson surprised many earlier this year by resurrecting his old band (or the moniker at least), Bash & Pop to put out a new full LP of tracks. The result was “Anything Could Happen,” a dozen down and dirty straight up rock songs that hues pretty close to The Replacements, the band that started it all for Tommy.
There is a rich array of sounds that Masaki Hanakata can included on his current release, the Bremen Soundtrack. Donkey’s Fanfare is a track that is deceptively deep, and is doubly so when one considers that the track does not break the two minute mark. The song draws from an earlier (19th/early 20th) folk sound, while adopting hints of Celtic music. The track is instrumental, but Hanakata is able to…
Thousands of aged persons and people with disabilities face mobility difficulties in their day-to-day lives. They have difficulties moving from one place to another, something which definitely interferes with their routine life. Such difficulties make them fully dependent on others whenever they want to move from one place to another.
You must have heard plenty of things about Salesforce DX, the latest version of Salesforce that is in the advanced stages of making an appearance. The new tool will give developers more opportunities in developing and managing apps on the Salesforce platform in a new way across the entire lifecycle. Users of the new tool can expect a much more flexible and forceful platform of development that would fulfill many…
The waterbed fad of the 80s is long gone and most people nowadays just want a good, firm mattress. As a savvy shopper, your decision should be driven not only by the latest trends in bedroom furniture, but primarily by health concerns, especially if you’re interested in getting a good night’s rest with no back pains.
Summer is just around the corner. While visions of sun dresses for women and chiseled chest muscles for men dance around in our heads, so does the mild dread that we don’t yet have the perfect beach bod of our dreams. If you have been keeping up basic fitness over the Winter, and are ready to both maintain and improve your overall weight and muscle tone, then this is the…
Though he started as a drummer with ‘60s garage rockers The Doughboys, Richard X. Heyman has proved albums after album, since his first solo effort in the ‘80s, that his real talents are meant to be at the front of the stage.