Reviews

Linda Sussman’s latest album, Win or Lose soul-stirringly explores life’s myriad challenges and triumphs, spanning themes of political and humanitarian strife, women’s rights, and grief, among other themes to underscore her pursuit of peace. Rooted in blues, alt-folk, and Americana influences, Sussman’s songwriting really gets into the nuances and evokes…

Imagine a crackling fire, snowflakes falling outside, and a mug of cocoa warming your hands. That’s the mood conjured by Annie Anna’s latest single, “Wait,” an intimate folk ballad that wraps you in warmth like a hug on a cold night. Forget stadium anthems and pop beats. “Wait” unfolds like…

Sick Richard, London’s alt-rock trio, hit a different note with their new single “Pariah.” This song is a potent cocktail of post-punk angst, alternative rock grit, and a dash of psychedelic swirl, all shaken with a healthy dose of urban decay. Imagine The Cure’s gloom mixed with Joy Division’s angst,…

German rockers Clash of Sun go for a bluesy lament in their latest single, “Goodbye So Long.” This introspective track isn’t your typical tearful goodbye; it’s a simmering pot of regret, resignation, and a touch of defiance. Manovi and Wickede, the band’s vocal duo, trade verses like soulful punches, each…

Che Arthur, known for his work as a touring sound engineer with esteemed acts like Silversun Pickups and Bob Mould, sets sail on a dark and turbulent musical journey with his latest single, “No Harbor,” released this Feb 16. As the first single from his upcoming album, For That Which…

Helena May’s latest single, “Lifetime Supply,” released under Sheep Hill Records, takes listeners on a vibrant journey of empowerment. Written by Helena May herself in collaboration with producer Fabian Wollner, the track urges you to embrace your authentic self unapologetically. Recorded at Sheep Hill Studios in Vienna and mastered by…

In South African Amapiano music and hip-hop, the motivational solo artist and songwriter Proklaim is back with another electrifying single, “POPPIN,” released on Feb 16. Recorded at PEN PUSHAZ studios and mastered at Audio Art Namibia, this track encapsulates a high-energy fusion of beats and lyrics that ignite the spirit.…

Healing is a journey, of course, but even more so with Mystic Wolf, led by the visionary Josh Schott. In the tranquility of northwest Montana, Mystic Wolf, Mystic Wolf crafts a transformative auditory experience in the instrumental album, “Healing Is a Journey.”  Across five tracks, Schott takes listeners on a…

Amid life’s tumultuous storms, Missouri-based solo artist Bquyet emerges with his latest album, Don’t Panic. This raw and reflective rock album came straight from the artist’s struggles with anxiety and emotional turmoil and then out with triumph. The album’s opening track, “Love Sick,” sets the tone against a backdrop of…

The latest single, “She Says,” from The Sweet Darkness, the music project of producer and singer/songwriter Gordon Gilette, gets you right in the feels with the bittersweet acceptance that follows a breakup. Released on February 15th, the track offers a poignant, dark, heavy and hypnotic exploration of the emotional rollercoaster…