“As we prepare for the holidays Celia Berk is definitely an artist to add to the holiday playlist. I admire the soft tempo yet the ability to mix all of the holiday classics while still maintaining the original yet beautiful elegant sounds. Celia has a great dynamic range that will put anyone in the holiday spirit. ”
“ I like the pace the artist has. The song “Summer’s End” takes you on a journey of memories but also makes you excited to what will happen when summer is over.
Kevin Quigley speeds up the tempo creating a more rock oriented sound in what would at first come off as folklore or country.”
“Queer Garage Rock influenced by a blend of the 90s Indie sound, old school Punk, and a splash of contemporary Pop. If that sounds like a musical smoothie that you’d like to taste straight from from the blender then let me introduce you to the Razor Braids.
The band’s press release describes them as ... a Brooklyn-based, queer, female and non-binary identifying rock band that combines a heavy punk energy with an indie rock vulnerability culminating in passionate live shows and a dynamic sound anchored in a 90s alternative ethos.
That discriptionis apt but might play the soft Pop vocals that are a big part of the track ‘She,’ a song about being present and allowing yourself to die headfirst when you spot that person that you believe is perfect for you. ”
“Sadly many realtionships are lopsided in that one side is forced to wrk way harder than the other. ‘Beg’ from Joan & The Giants takes onthat phenomenon and digs in emotionally. The track had a vintage Fleetwood Mac vibe for me and is best summed up by the artist.
Reflecting on the origins of ‘Beg’, Grace Newton-Wordsworth shared, “‘Beg’ was written about a breaking point in my own relationship where we had two choices: either fight to make it work, or it’s over. You shouldn’t have to beg for someone’s love, and this song is about those last moments when you really don’t want to walk away from the person you love most in this world, but everything in your body and soul is telling you, you might have to.”
The track feels true and genuine in every way.”
“A true 80’s throwback, HAHA delivers despite making, ‘No Promises.’
The smooth vocal harmonies and lyrical wordplay is fun and evocative at the same time. The 80s might be gone but the music continues to inspire and live on and this danceable track is full of nostalgia for that era but still works as a contemporary track lyrically.”
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Written after the death of lead singer, Conor’s mother, ‘Photographs’ is part nostalgia and part motivational inspiration. Delivering a classic Indie Rock sound, Cloud House puts their energy and emotions into this track which serves as the Glasgow bands lead single on a brand new EP.
The vocal and musical talent allows the band to feel emotive and powerful and this track is but one that promises to deliver a punch straight to your gut. ”
“Highline has come a long way from their roots ... as four friends forming a band after playing in the High School Jazz band together.
They traded the Jazz licks for a sound that utilizes Indie Rock guitars and a sound that could be anytime from the 90’s to today. Timeless in other words.
This is Indie Rock as it should be! ‘Feel Like New’ doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it certainly rocks and rolls the way it is supposed to. ”
“Little Quirks is an all-girl trio of two sisters and their cousin from Australia. ‘Storm Like Me’ is a folksy Pop track and the first single from their new album due out early next year.
The song is an ode to being true to yourself even when you are wrong. We all say and do stuff we wished we hadn’t but there is a power in owning our mistakes and trying to do better next time, rather than turning and running from them or make asinine excuses. This sound proudly proclaims, HERE I AM ... flaws and all. ”
“Trains are a bastion of Country Music but that lonesome whistle can conjure emotions for us all, at least those if us who grew up near tracks listening to that low rumble and horn deep into the night.
This Indietronica/ Indie Rock track taps into that brings the train nostalgia to underserved genres. Here the sounds are a catalyst for thinking about leaving home and starting over despite a need from those you left behind to have you close. A haunting track of memory and regret doing battle with hope and the need for new beginnings.”
“The Stemmas are an emerging, Indie musical collective started by guitarist and executive producer, Jerry Conrad, and lead vocalist Tommy White but expanded to an impressive group of accomplished artists and collaborators.
’Eyes Wide Open’ is a timeless rock song of boredoma nd questioning and taking a chance to find what answers might be out there in the world. This is Rock and Rolls as it should be, but is seldom heard these days int he glossy world of manufactured corporate music. The right kind of grit and IDGAF attitude, with the video to match.”
“We all need a hype song from time to time. German band, Call US Janus gives us ‘The Greatest’ a straightforward and energetic ode to self-promotion and motivation.
Add this track to your workout playlist, or play it right before walking into demand that raise ,or anytime you need to a shot of confidence and ego to rally you into action.”
“The world can be an overwhelming place and that is exactly what king dem0’s track ‘coma’ is all about.
The song somewhat reminded me of Beck with a British accent, though with more of a vocal groove and flair to that side of the the production. The arrangement and musical side is a bit funky and blurs the lines of genre which adds to the track’s almost chaotic vibe which is the perfect way to express the intent of the song.”
“Easy Bear brings the 90’s vibes on this track. Reminding me a bit of Cake, or The Presidents of the United States of America the high-energy offering of ‘In My Head’ comes with a chorus that is impossible not to join in and sing along.
I did find myself wanting more as the song was over far earlier than I’d have liked.”
“Deaf Andrews brings a whiff of nostalgia in both their sound and writing. At least on this track. We all experience that flashback of sentimentality so the song is certainly relatable, no matter when you grew up.
This is timeless Indie rock with a nice energy and balance of musical talent and thoughtful well delivered vocals. Can’t wait to hear more offerings from this talented group of friends.”
“Riding an electric, pure Indie Rock sound and style Tony Salomone joins a long line of provocative raconteurs. This one hit me like Jack White joins the Arctic Monkeys. HIgh energy and fun to join in and song along with, this might be the most fun you can have with a ‘Red Light’ this side of Amsterdam.”
“Orions whispery vocal delivery draws you in-in an almost hypnotic type way. Slow, chill bass guitar strums complimented by soft pats on the snare and kick. This song is a psychedelic trip reminiscent of days when festivals like WoodStock were prevalent. Then the off hanged electric guitar solo to bring the song to its climate. This song is simply a mental but masterful trip and something you just have to experience. ”
“From its infectious bass groove to its instantly memorable chorus, Paranoia is pretty awesome. Rec Halls lead singers voice cuts through the noise and serenades us as the band explores how familiar situations become unfamiliar and even scary when influenced by different emotions. The band has managed to find a fresh spin on that psychedelic surf sound and I’m here for it. ”
“Shadwick Wilde delivers a contemporary hit with his track “Floating Away”. A tale of learning to let go regardless of how hard it is. The topic all human beings can relate to from love to death to pain. Soft, airy vocals over acoustic guitar strumming. The boom, just at the right moment the live drums come in and add another burst of energy into this already masterful piece. This song is overall, just a great song.”
“This is a visually descriptive track,. Dan Radin describes every moment in details that walks you through each verse. The cello stands out creating a unique sound over an upbeat rock track. The overall arrangement keeps any listener entertained. ”
“This record feels like pure kinetic energy. I challenge you to listen to this song and not move your body. There is a tender bittersweet pining for a moment lost which is all too real. You know what they say about closed doors, and open windows... ”