Reviews

Palm Beach–based project Tellus Mater marks the return of veteran singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Todd Rouse, whose new five-song EP, Tellus Mater, arrives bearing years of experience, reflection, and hard-earned emotion. Rouse’s musical résumé stretches back through the Los Angeles scene, sharing stages with the likes of Nirvana, Rage Against the…

Seattle-based artist Zodic revisits a heartfelt chapter of his past with “Tell Me – ReEdit,” a slow-burning R&B confession that wears its emotions right on its sleeve. Originally written and recorded in 2019 while Zodic was in college in Cheney, Washington, the track grew out of a rough patch with…

New York artist Chris Oledude reaches back into memory and meaning with “If A Woman Had Made The World,” a soulful, reflective single that feels like equal parts tribute, time capsule, and musical thought experiment. The song has roots stretching back decades, as it was originally written in the early…

Kent-based viral phenomenon The Marsh Family steps beyond parody and into heartfelt original songwriting with “A New Way,” the first taste of their upcoming debut album Hollow Chapters. Known around the world for their witty lockdown-era musical spoofs that racked up millions of views, the six-member family, Ben, Danielle, Alfie,…

Perth-based composer and producer Paul Frazer Clarke has been around the musical block more than a few times, and it shows in the thoughtful craft of “Visions of a Changing World.” Drawn from his album Backstories From A Soundtrack To Life, the track blends conscious soul, jazz-funk, and hip-hop reflection…

Boston-based indie-pop collective The Iddy Biddies, spearheaded by singer-songwriter Gene Wallenstein, return with their sophomore album, “The World Inside”, a daring exploration of the tension between outward appearances and inner truths. Formed at Berklee College of Music, the band set out to fuse intimate indie-pop dissonance with Americana’s narrative grandeur,…

The return of 85 decibel Monks signals a powerful reawakening of groove-driven instrumental hip-hop. After a two-decade hiatus from the marketplace, the rhythm-focused production collective resurfaces with renewed energy and a refined sonic vision, launching their comeback with the dynamic single “Square One Hop.” Distributed globally through digital platform distributor…

Emerging with striking emotional clarity, rising artist Danied introduces a deeply introspective new body of work titled “she’s out again”, marking her first release in three years. The project presents a vulnerable exploration of grief, identity, and personal healing, packaged within a pop framework that draws heavily from the emotional…

Boston-based singer-songwriter Jessye DeSilva steps into a bold new artistic chapter with the announcement of her upcoming album “Glitter Up the Dark”, arriving April 3. Known for blending storytelling with emotionally resonant songwriting, DeSilva continues to expand her creative identity on this third full-length release. Produced by Aaron Lee Tasjan,…

DA-MOVEMENT carries the weight of Chicago’s hip-hop legacy on its shoulders, bringing street storytelling with a dose of soul that echoes the city’s golden era. Formed around the creative chemistry of Pay and Qraft and enriched by legendary voices tied to the Midwest scene, the collective thrives on collaboration and…