Reviews

Noella Rain gets relatable and authentic by exposing her most vulnerable emotions in her latest single, “Figure Skates.” Written on a winter day, Rain pours her soul into this cinematic masterpiece, comparing the pain to her experiences as a former figure skater to weave a tale of love and loss.…

TJ Devoe takes you sonic journey through the bizarre, splendid and unpredictable tropics in his latest indietronica EP, Natural Phenomena, released on March 6th. Drawing inspiration from Devoe moving into the northwest Louisiana woods, this collection of songs pays tribute to the natural world giving life to the earth. Natural…

Solo project Del’Noire, helmed by Matyascorvinus, introduces you to their hauntingly beautiful world with their debut single, “The Haunting of Del’Noire,” released this April 8. The mastermind conveys the 70s Finnish schlagers’ strings, 70s and 80s disco music, EDM, trance, and other similar gothic aesthetics through programmed piano and string…

Barry Muir stirs our souls with heart-rending, relatable and inspiring stories in his latest album, Bakersfield, released on April 10. This album culminates Muir’s musical journey, with his growth provoking compelling stories through song. Starting with “Show Me the Way,” a soulful ballad that sets the tone for a touching…

Austin, Texas-based songwriter and guitarist JB Elwood shows us how to be empathetic and see through people’s addictions in his latest single, “Lost In My Ways,” released on April 11th. This introspective track, written by Elwood himself, delves into the journey of self-discovery and redemption, making it a poignant anthem…

Get ready to rock and roll with Durban’s very own Angst Party as they unleash their latest single, “Go Again,” on March 29. Fronted by Mika, this quartet is ready to take you on a wild ride through the highs and lows of life. As the opening chords of “Go…

South Carolina singer Steve Contino gets swept away by toxic love in his latest single, “Storm,” released on Jan 20. From the moment the song begins, you can feel the energy crackling in the air, like the calm before a tempest. The song kicks off with splashing cymbals and sharp…

Get ready to dive headfirst into the world of punk rock with Essex singer-songwriter SHANNON DARCY’s latest single, “Just Worried Because,” released on April 12th. This fiery track is a raw and honest reflection of the struggles of dealing with an overactive mind. From the moment “Just Worried Because” kicks…

Edie Yvonne’s rendition of No Doubt’s iconic track “Sometimes…” is a breath of fresh air infused with youthful energy and reflective depth. At just 15 years old, this Angeleno singer-songwriter brings a new perspective to a beloved classic, making it her shimmering own. Released on April 13, this cover kicks…

Instrumental project Aptøsrs, helmed by Independent Music Award-nominated composer, songwriter, and producer Paul Terry, takes us through various moods, genres, and landscapes with its ambient debut album, Elders. Released on March 29, the debut gets experimental and highly interpretive with its expansive combination of cinematic, electronic, and rock influences. The…