Reviews

Sisko Sisko Demos by Mia Loucks is a poignant and introspective journey into intimate vulnerability. With Mia Loucks at the helm, wielding her guitar, piano, percussion, and vocals, this album transports listeners to a realm of folksy, ethereal harmonies and acoustic guitar strumming that feels both grounding and transcendent. At…

Thin Places by The Violet Tapes is a captivating album that paces through ethereal landscapes and emotive storytelling. This mature and intimate album is a touching and tasteful sonic palate inspired by bands like Kings of Leon, Manchester Orchestra, and The National. Thin Places opens with “This Place That First…

“Darkened Days” by electronic duo Love Asylum teases their fourth album coming up with a turn to their signature sound. The single intrigues and permeates the air, with hard beats and a deep message opening our eyes to darkened days ahead. As the lyrics illustrate the character enjoying the flow…

“Will You Try?” by Montreal-based folk trio The Jinny Joes is a soul-stirring anthem that resonates with themes of resilience, hope, and the power of perseverance. Led by the heartfelt strums of an acoustic guitar, expertly played by Alain Gaudet, and accompanied by the enchanting vocals and harmonies of Rebecca…

If you love ambient, relaxing, electronic music, “Laugh Cap” by singer-songwriter Bad Bubble, featured on his album All My Friends, is just the score you need. “Laugh Cap” has dreamy synths gently washing over you like waves of tranquility. The song creates a serene atmosphere from the outset. In time,…

Bowhead Tales, the debut album by The Arvik plunges you into a realm of electrifying energy and raw emotion. From the first track, “Bored Soul,” the band sets the stage with atmospheric synths and reverbed vocals that pull you into contemplative depths. The electronic textures engage and envelop, teasing you…

Dreaming of Sleep is the latest and fifth endeavor of the Philadelphia-based art-rock duo Tulipomania. This mesmerizing album is taut in layers of atmospheric synth-driven art-rock soundscapes and thought-provoking lyricism. From the very onset, the lead track “You Had To Be There,” sets a tone of futuristic dystopia swirling in…

Neeko Don’s latest track, “Survival,” delves into the hustle and determination through dancehall and reggae atmosphere as he thrives against the odds. With a warm voice that effortlessly melts like butter over electronic backdrops, Neeko Don delivers a performance that is both smooth and subtly electrifying. His deep voice flows…

Ricardo y Rey, the dynamic duo comprised of musicians Ricardo Quiñones and Rey Reinaldo de Jesus, unveils their latest single, “Necesito Verte,” released on December 25, 2023. The song encapsulates the yearning born from separation, expressed with a danceable and exotic atmosphere that invites listeners to move and groove. With…

London-based rock band The Survival Code delivers a powerhouse of an album with Whispers Of Woe, released on January 26th, 2024. Following a successful 2023, where they released 12 singles in 12 months, the band’s latest offering features a comprehensive collection of tracks, totaling 14 in the basic version and…