Reviews

Leslie Evers’ second album, “Bound for Land,” released under Cumulus Records on February 2, 2024, marks a significant chapter in contemporary folk music. With this album, Evers crafts a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. The album weaves through various life lessons, touching on themes of mortality,…

Baydream’s latest EP, “Propaganda,” emerges as a masterful continuation of the band’s musical journey following their acclaimed 2023 debut, “Cosmos.” This seven-track collection not only reaffirms Baydream’s reputation for genre fluidity but also elevates it, presenting an auditory landscape that is as diverse as it is engaging. The EP is…

Mudmowth’s latest EP, “It’s All Life,” is a vibrant journey into the heart of life’s ebbs and flows, presented through a trio of tracks that encapsulate the essence of being. This collection acts as a beacon of light, offering listeners an auditory dose of serotonin, promising to uplift spirits in…

Brooklyn-based duo, The Formalist, comprising Stephen Krieger and Erik Laroi, unveils their sophomore single, “Finite,” an ambient electronic introspection of loss, and memory. Following their recent soothing single, “Happenstance,” “Finite” delves into the fragility of life and the transiency of existence. The song’s electronic instrumentals create a captivating backdrop with…

Belle Lundon’s latest single, “Space Cadet,” gets visceral through the musician’s vigor. Released this Feb 3, by the Houston-based artist and songwriter, this track showcases Lundon’s ranging vocals and evocative songwriting. From the moment “Space Cadet” begins, Lundon captivates with thumping beats and glinting synths that swirl dreamily, setting the…

Lesley Gore’s timeless anthem, “You Don’t Own Me,” receives a modern makeover with The Heroic Enthusiasts’ remixes, offering two distinct interpretations of the iconic track. Released on Feb 16, You Don’t Own Me (The Heroic Enthusiasts Remixes) breathes new life into Gore’s empowering message of independence and self-expression. The Enthusiastic…

The Occasional Orchestra’s latest 10-track album, Urban Foxes, gives you the best of indie folk with an earful of vivid storytelling and dynamic instrumentation. If you are fans of the Kinks, Squeeze, and Talking Heads, you got to love their newest record. The album kicks off with the anthemic “Cowboys,”…

Chris “BIG DUKE” Malloy, the Grammy-nominated producer from Cleveland, now based in LA, unveils his debut solo project, the seven-track instrumental EP LOFIDUKE, released on February 23. This EP marks a significant milestone for Big Duke, representing his return to his creative roots.  LOFIDUKE gives you dark aesthetics, vibrant moods,…

“Apple Seeds,” the latest offering from singer-songwriter Charlie Bishop, is an immersive and introspective masterpiece. Released on February 22 as one of his titular upcoming three-track EP, the song captivates with its haunting acoustic melodies and evocative lyricism. From the moment the heavy acoustic guitar strums cascade through the track,…

Janeuary’s newest track, “Everest,” is more than just a musical composition; it’s an odyssey that navigates the complex terrain of human emotion and ambition. Released as the chill of winter begins to recede, “Everest” goes beyond the boundaries of sound to dive into the heights of the human experience. It…