Reviews

Pacific Northwest-based American singer-songwriter Rusty Reid has released his latest single, “Head to Heart.” Released this Aug 12, via Northern Latitudes Records, Rio Paso Music Publishing (BMI), this song will make you rethink your path and your obeisance to the system. The song is featured in the first part of…

Samuel Makanda’s “Darling…” captivates with soulful vocals, groovy instrumentation, and heartfelt lyrics, offering a refreshing tribute to the golden age of R&B. Released in May 2024, the song is passionate and moving, in that it moves people both physically and emotionally. “Darling…” opens with a soothing and majestic brass section,…

“Nihavend İlahi” by Ferah ft. Evangelia Chaldaeaki is a captivating and deeply spiritual exploration of Islamic religious poetry. The song’s traditional instrumentation, featuring the oud, ney, and percussion, amongst other instruments and majestic vocals, creates a rich and evocative soundscape that transports listeners to a world of faith and devotion.…

Gretch’N and $erna’s “Moet,” released this Aug 8, is a vibrant and infectious reggaeton track that captures the essence of summer fun. The song opens with a mesmerizing soundscape of shimmering synths, setting a seductive and inviting atmosphere. Gretch’N’s vocals are a standout feature, with a tender and rich tone…

Seattle-based band, La Need Machine has released their latest jamming, humanitarian anthem, “The Mountain,” just this Aug 16. The song starts with steady thumping drums setting a beat for us to nod our heads to. The momentum is joined by relaxing guitar strumming and Brian raspily singing soothingly over his…

Goia Paranoia gets psychedelically fiery and deep in their debut single, “Black Out.” Released this August 5, this introspective, self-destructive, yet engaging song will get you dazed and crazed in its haze. “Black Out” starts intriguingly. It has Antonio Maglica’s fuzzy guitars shredding and drums beating slowly then increasing in…

Chicago R&B singer, now based in Los Angeles, Saneit has released her latest single, “Silent Mode.” This sultry and seductive R&B anthem shows us how to maintain intimacy and connection in the digital age. The song’s production is lush and atmospheric, creating a sensual backdrop for Saneit’s velvety vocals. Saneit’s…

Super Saiyan Jay has released Jersey Girls this August 9 for those who appreciate insanely contagious hip-hop. Recorded with King Dev in West Palm Beach Florida, this EP is a love story that is a full-on jam. Jersey Girls kicks off with the seductive, sharp and hard-hitting “Dirty Diana,” With…

Colin Thomas released a harrowing 16-track, each 16 minutes long, album, The Gauze Eyed Gaze Of Bracketed Air on September 16, 2023. The album recount’s the Kansas City experimental artist’s long and grieving journey of catering to a dementia patient while wearing masks everyday to hide the pain. The album…

Ziad Hisham and Luka Salam make you fall in love with the subtle and nuanced folk piece, “Ghossa-غصة” The song’s understated beauty lies in its simplicity, allowing the raw emotions of the lyrics and the delicate instrumentation to shine through. Luka Salam’s vocals are a standout feature, her soothing and…