“A Story Told gives an energetic ode to finding what matters most and putting your effort and concentration in on those elements of life. Excising the distractions and cancerous people is no easy task but becomes much easier when you take the time to truly evaluate the meaningful things in our personal orbit. Musically, this track is as light and free as the feelings it is trying to express.
A fun, uplifting track. ”
“English band, Sarpa Salpa unleashes this track which has a Maroon 5 meets late 80’s early 90’s vibes. An energetic track about chasing joys and happiness in the chaos that is modern life. The ever-elusive concept of true contempt is tough to hold on to but great music certainly gives us a taste of the ‘Simple Pleasures,’ we all crave. ”
“The way the percussion blast into. your ears from the first seconds, this song takes you on a tropical ride. If Pop and Reggae ton fused this would be the beautiful love child that it created. Croony, yet soothing vocals. Playful piano solos throughout this free flow of island vibes. Peaceful, vibrant music that soothes the soul. ”
“This jam is funky. The melody created by the lead guitar. The silky, in sync vocals and harmonies dancing over the beat. The way the percussions control the chill yet energetic jam without ever overpowering the rest of the pieces. This song is beautifully written and performed. You can tell Louie Rubio has put real time and effort into making this crisp sound and song. This is a hit. ”
“This is a rock track that will amp you up. Painting Pictures takes off with a strong delivery that allows you to follow along and painting pictures. Each verse is a memory of a great time.There is a solo around the 2 mark that will have you rocking out as well.”
“Sometimes you just wanna tell someone GTFOH!? This song says it for you and then some in every which way possible. It’s loud, its brash, aggressive yet somehow extremely charming. The peacocking vocal performance is reminiscent of a young Jagger and its in your face production hooks in seconds. The next time someone gives you their unsolicited opinion, just press play on this... you’re welcome.”
“This record has the potent feeling of boy next door who has finally come of age. He’s lived some life, read some books and seen some things that changed his perspective on life. It’s charming, honest with a shy confidence. It’s asking questions we all want answers to... ‘Do you have an opinion
On the current events of our time?’”
“DeeOhGee deliver an infectious nostalgic chorus on Don’t Give Up On Love. This record transports you right to the 60’s but still manages to feel like now. ”
“This record is equal parts raw passion and beautiful chaos. Vocally ‘Good Impression’ is arresting and sonically its big without being overpowering. This is more than a song... Small Million just gave us an anthem!”
Rating: 4 out of 5
“If a Guy Ritchie film was a song it would be Cooper T’s chest out anthem Original. The record screams bravado and Manchester swagger. The lyrics are cheeky and angsty and the production just makes your body move. Taking from their new EP ‘Sapiens’ Manchester might just have their next hometown heroes emerging. ”
Rating: 3 out of 5
“You know a record is good when you feel like you already know it after the first listen. Not because it sounds like anything else but because it resonates at just the right frequency. Alaska is rough around the edges, its raw its sheer emotion. It’s poetic in a way where you don’t quite know what its about but you feel exactly whats going on. ”
“This record is vulnerable, raw and honest. The way it starts to subdued and builds into a crescendo of angst and passion is expertly executed. ”
“The tone of this song immediately pulls at your heart strings. It’s moody, it’s sad, it’s emotional. This song features the essence of old school garage bands. Chilling vocals with slick vocal range. The percussions are pulled back just enough to allow the vocals to stay on top of the beat. Enchanting adlibs going in and out of the arrangement. This song is a dark, mood. I could also hear it as a movie soundtrack piece.”
“Rec Hall is a trio of So Cal musicians making music that somehow feels both retro and contemporary at the same time. Likewise, ‘Pontiac’ is a track about both nostalgia and reconnecting. Reconnecting via nostalgia perhaps but either way the sound feels like warm sunshine and hope. Like summer good times and the approaching weekend. Hard to describe, but easy to feel when you are in those magical in-between places where everything has potential. Give it a listen and see what I mean.”
“Few things in this world are as baffling as love. Todd Binder delivers this track with the rattled passion of a man trying to unravel his heart and find meaning in the world while being totally confused what everything means. ‘Real Love’ will to that to a person.”
“Retro techno heaven. Soothing and smooth vocals masterfully arranged. The brightness of the electric keyboard acting as an electric guitar to carry the melody of the track. Harmonies dancing in and out of the track. This song is more of a feel than a sound.”
“ZZ Ward has the vocal chops to do anything she damn well pleases. Much like P!nk, you never quite know what style you are going to get with a ZZ Ward track and ‘On One’ gives your several in one neat package.
There is high energy Blues, a cutting Rock edge, and a sprinkling of a Pop brand of Hip Hop all within this single song. The energy comes straight at you and the power is evident on every note. And the video is a fun ride as well!”
“The intro draws you in sensual vocals, then “boom” you’re hit with a world wind of rock guitars and heavy drums. Right when you think you’re in for some head banging action, the artist pulls back into a chill delivery for the verse. This song is a roller coaster of energy and melody. Nostalgic rock feel that makes you reminisce on the great rock classics from the late 80s and glam era.”
“The soft edges of this track held me close and kept me leaning in as the emotions washed over me. Ships Have Sailed offers a timeless Indie Rock sound that grips the listener with ease. This song was written for the singer’s then unborn daughter and is meant to offer a peaceful bit of advice and guidance that we all can stand to be reminded of from time to time.
’Edge Of An Ocean’ is a great metaphor for life and the different waves and challenges we face. ”
“The melody and build here offer a timeless sound that honestly could come from any of the last three decades. The writing is sharp and the vocals sell the emotion quite well.
Media House is a band that sort of falls between the genre cracks as they have a diverse sound in the two tracks I have heard, This, ‘Car Sales Men’ being my favorite of the two though I will definitely be checking out more of the band’s work as both submissions were quality. Don’t sleep on the lyrical metaphor here that is very cleverly crafted.”