Reviews

james king is back with a spellbinding new single, “deluge” released June 18. As a misty concoction of poetic lines scribbled out, this single turns the artist’s insightful, artistic and creative abstractions into music. As someone who loves to analyze, I can see that the lines have enough relevance to…

Tampa Bay’s rising star, Pretti Emage (aka Zayah Nicole Riley), isn’t holding back on her latest single, “I Can’t Love You.” This is a powerful R&B ballad that tackles the raw emotions of heartbreak and the journey towards self-discovery. “I Can’t Love You” showcases strength that ripples through and makes…

At 51, Heather Smith emerges Stronger on her debut album. Released on 27 April 2024, Stronger narrates the ways the New England singer-songwriter has found herself. The album opens with “Hey There.” This playful, country-tinged toe-tapper with a strumming guitar and steady drums lays the groundwork for her warm, inviting…

Florida’s Once Great Estate is back with a new album, Goodbye Cody Scarp and it’s a hauntingly beautiful experience. Fronted by the award-winning songwriter Tracy Horenbein, this band takes alt-country and injects it with a dose of dark Americana, creating an upbeat haunting. The opening track, “Ghosts” features shaking percussion…

Bones in Butter is back with Cosmopolis, an album that plunges headfirst into the dark underbelly of society. This dystopian tale embodies and even satirizes the ins and outs of societal issues with unapologetic smugness. Cosmopolis opens with “You Just Drowned” which turns from Milutin Krašević’s smug monologue to the…

Fresh off the press from Indian River Music Company is Emma Grace’s stunning album, Changing. With soft rock, pop, and introspective lyricism, the album gives us heartfelt relatability. Changing opens with a coming-of-age anthem, “Change.” Delicate piano lays the foundation for Grace’s upfront, raw, and vulnerable vocals. She sings with…

Close your eyes and let Iricha’s “Starry Night” transport you to a world of celestial wonder. This instrumental single is an immersive experience that captures the awe-inspiring beauty of the universe. As is the name, the track unfolds like a starry tapestry. Relaxing guitar strums set the foundation, weaving a…

Swipe right on President Street’s latest single, “Love Me (Like I Want),” because it’s the soundtrack to your summer dating adventures. This shimmering synth-pop gem dives headfirst into the world of online dating, exposing the disconnect between digital profiles and real-life connections with a piece of advice you will be…

On his latest pop-punk and emo EP, Fake Bears…but ROCK!!!1!11!!1!!, EJ, the mastermind behind the project, throws a punk pop punch that’s equal parts catchy and cathartic. The opening track, “Uninterested,” throws you straight into the fire with all the frustrations pouring out of a classic ghosting, complete with a…

Synth Pop duo Moxxy Jones, comprising keyboard and bass player Frank and guitar player Milan, has unveiled their debut album Unnoticed on June 26. This release is eclectic with industrial, R&B, and alternative rock, and ‘80s and ‘90s sounds all packed up together. Featuring powerhouse vocalists like Trent Park, Elle…