ROCK

“Home” by Eric Alexandrakis is a profound and atmospheric rock track that speaks to the emotional journey of leaving behind the darkness of sadness, loneliness, and pain in search of a better, more peaceful place both literally and metaphorically. Drawing inspiration from the sounds of iconic artists like Bob Dylan,…

“Where’s the Peace” by MonkeyRat featuring Ayi Solomon is a song for the times. It fuses playful yet powerful rhythms with a strong message about the state of the world. As the vocalist and songwriter, Anna Iachino steps into new creative territory by collaborating with all the members of MonkeyRat—Arnold…

Milwaukee-based duo The Pulltops releases their latest single, “Ain’t Home Anymore,” bringing the best blend of indie rock, pop, and Americana. Consisting of drummer Mark Pierret and guitarist Tom Crowell, they have manifested a song that fleshes out the feeling displaced from what was once home. “Ain’t Home Anymore” kicks…

My Reggae Rockin’ Journey, Vol. 1 by GrooveGalore MuziK is a vibrant fusion of classic rock and reggae, merging soulful melodies with electrifying rhythms. Led by the seasoned multi-instrumentalist, producer, and drummer Paul KasticK, this album reinterprets iconic rock hits through a reggae lens, with collaborations from renowned artists. Reggae…

Cellarscape, the music project of Independent Music Award-nominated composer and songwriter Paul Terry, makes a triumphant return with Live at Siren FM: The 2011 Acoustic Session. Unearthed from an old laptop, these live radio session recordings from 2011, mixed and mastered by MPSE award winner Tony Lewis, are a nostalgic…

Townsville-based indie/punk rock band Poison Oak returns with “Wasted,” the first single from their upcoming album, produced by Brock Weston (known for his work with Bugs, Beddy Rays, and Dune Rats). The music video for the track premiered exclusively on The AU Review, giving fans a visual intrigue paired with…

Richard Tyler Epperson returns to his signature style of introspective storytelling with his latest single, “Dream,” released on September 24th, 2024. As the first single from his upcoming album Fragmented Night, set to debut in 2025, mastered by  Roman Styx, “Dream” sheds light on all our shared sufferings in life…

Jon Brændsgaard Toft’s musical career started as soon as he was old enough to fumble around on his dad’s MIDI keyboard in the mid 90’s. While attending the Rudolf Steiner school in Aarhus, he had a brief run-in with the recorder and the violin before settling on the clarinet, while…

USA-based Gothic Rock project The Awakening returns with a haunting new single, “Mirror Midnight,” ahead of their 12th studio, self-titled album. Led by the enigmatic multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Ashton Nyte, the project blends gothic rock, darkwave, and post-punk into a deep, brooding track that critiques the way media alters how…

London-based rock band Carousel released their latest single, “5 Beers,” on September 18th, 2024. The track, which blends raw energy with a relatable story of weekday drinking regret, offers a gritty and engaging experience for listeners. Featuring Charlie Hood on bass, Samuel Slater on guitar, Liam Burtenshaw on drums, and…