Reviews

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…

Osiris Lights have always walked an interesting tightrope between shimmering pop melodies and the muscle of progressive rock and metal. Their music tends to pack a punch while still humming with catchy hooks that refuse to leave your head. So when the band finally settled the long-running debate about recording…

Emerging from the ever-creative indie hub of Portland, Rosie Haze steps into the spotlight with her debut single “Fresh Flowers,” the first glimpse of her upcoming album For Who I Was. Written, recorded, and mixed largely by Haze in her own home studio, the track captures the raw intimacy of…

Phoenix-based composer and painter Allan Jamisen continues to blur the lines between jazz lounge, cinematic electronica, and spoken-word poetry with his hypnotic new single “This Is Not An Act.” Known for crafting immersive soundscapes that feel more like late-night monologues than traditional songs, Jamisen digs deep into themes of authenticity,…

Multilingual pop is having a moment, and Janalynn Castelino seems determined to ride that wave while steering it somewhere fresh. The Italian-Indian singer-songwriter and producer has been steadily carving out her own lane in the global pop landscape since her Spanish-language debut single “Drama” in 2024. Now she returns with…