OG8 formed because its members felt overlooked and underappreciated, and instead of turning bitter, these industry veterans vowed to make music that entertained and healed. On Recognize, released October 9th, the band...
Confidence can easily be mistaken for arrogance, especially when its history remains unseen. On “D.P.W.M (Don’t Play With Me),” London-based, Malawian artist YesaYa turns that tension into a hard-hitting UK rap statement,...
For centuries, the Silk Road connected people, ideas, and cultures across vast distances. But what if the journey wasn't only about reaching another place, but also about discovering something within yourself? On...
Allister Ainsworth and Jacob Connor, the Auckland duo behind Microbes, timed the release of "Dire Tribes" for October 7th, ahead of the New Zealand General Election. They began the song together in...
Most of what went into "I'm A Vine" came from Tara Van's community. The Toronto soul artist recorded the single, released October 9th, at Apartment Sea Sound, the east-end hub run by...
“Stolen Valor” by Tony Frissore featuring AXIOM builds an unexpectedly restrained soundscape for a subject carrying this much emotional weight. A slow funk groove, atmospheric synths, and distant sirens create a dark...
I have always felt that folk music is an ideal style for storytelling. However, it may not be suitable for everyone to master. “Girl in the Box” is the newest release from...
Richard Lynch’s new single, “The Phone Call,” is deceptively simple. It unfolds like a casual conversation—because it is one. But beneath its unassuming surface lies a profound meditation on memory, regret, and...
For those of us working in the music industry and listening to dozens of new tracks each day, there are still certain releases that can transport you to another realm. Ed Daniels,...
Nuke the Soup’s latest album is a thrilling 11-song ride that is full to the brim with inventive guitar work, heartfelt lyrics, exquisitely written tunes, and just an infectious, realistic energy that...
I tend to gravitate towards music that incorporates fusion in its composition. Typically, I discover this blend between two main styles. However, I was truly impressed when I came across Ray Barnard’s...
Crowin’ Around is a new showstopper of a song collection from one truly inventive and refreshing musical collectives. Professor Louie and his illustrious band of Crowmatix deliver a jovial bunch of blues,...
Anybody who knows me half well would know quite well that I don’t throw around my comparisons to legendary French art pop duo Air lightly, and while there’s basically really scarce musical...
Soft and effervescent, Vanda’s ‘ Sunday Shroom’ is just like a cloud of colorful melodies, syrupy indie pop, and good vibes. An outstanding stunner for the fast-approaching beach season.
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