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Crystal Ball by 2/14: Review In 2019, 2/14 was formed by frontman Sky Carlson as a songwriting project while he was teaching himself guitar; the band has since developed into something beyond the Y2K pop-punk group Carlson had envisioned in high school. The New York City band, which includes drummer…

Indelible Stain by Devine Lie: Review If you had a specific genre that sparked your first journey into music, what would it be? For me, it’d be alternative rock, and a bit of indie too. Luckily, the remarkable aura of alternative rockers Devine Lie and their track “Indelible Stain” satisfied…

Based in Norfolk, Virginia, Matt Luther is a sentimental artist and even more inventive lyricist. After the demise of his grandfather in 2017, he picked up the pen for the first time and has never looked back. His ability to compose, produce, mix, and master everything allowed him to establish…

kibbokid releases uplifting new song “Follow the Leader” The solo project of London-based composer James Wilson-Rhead, kibbokid, brings a terrific rhythmic flow to the scene. The musician combines afrobeat, electronic dance music, and feel-good pop. He oversees the writing, production, keyboards, and vocals departments. The initiative began as an effort…

catcall$ 4 by BLOODCAT: Album Review Astounding artist BLOODCAT has a melodic force unmatched in their album “catcall$ 4 (director’s cut).” The essence of hip-hop, trap beats, and electronica drive the vibe of twelve daring tracks in this fresh album. If you get your kicks from modern rap music and…

Tuulikki Bartosik is a Swedish-Estonian accordionist, songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist. Incorporating vocals, effects, and music software into her virtuosic playing, her work has become increasingly daring, stretching out from its roots to explore the possibilities. Bartosik’s restless creativity has taken her around the world, where she has found inspiration in…

July by Szou: Review Astoundingly catchy and musically exuberant, Szou arrives with her summer pop track “July.” There’s an essence of hope in this electro-pop number. Due to the singer’s soulful charm, and vibrant instrumentation, it feels like summer is just around the corner with Szou at the helm. The…

I Know You See Me by DJ (i)MG Beatz: Review It’s a good day for hip-hop culture because the irresistible flow of DJ (i)MG Beatz and their track “I Know You See Me” has emerged. In the realm of momentum-boosting music, hip-hop has undoubtedly soared, and for that, you just…

Giving up the Ghost by John Laprade: EP Review Powerful and moving is what I graciously categorize John Laprade’s EP “Giving up the Ghost”. Composed of a genre mix of Indie and a bit of Country rock, every piece on this collection has excellent instrumental synergy and vocal flow. Out…

I’ll Wait by Gary Mictian: Review London-based artist Gary Mictian captivates us with a sensational tune in “I’ll Wait.” The electronic pop-infused track has layers of high-octane beats and a graceful singer to keep it fresh and consistent. From the very first note “I’ll wait” does not halt its musical…