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Rachel Freitas

retro music enthusiast. Dreamer. Kind of odd. Writer

TJ Kong & The Atomic Bomb – Dancing Out the Door : Album Review

  On TJ Kong & The Atomic Bomb’s new album out October 13th ,Dancing Out The Door, The band sees itself presenting traditional Americana music in a very dark way, interspersing songs with spoken word and instrumental short tracks that conjure up both light and evil. “Mulholland Drive” starts off …

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Interview: Saint Mesa

Saint Mesa releases the single “Lion” today, and to celebrate I talked with the man behind the music, to talk about everything from how film scores influence his work, fighting through adversity, and Star Wars. You’ve said you always wanted to score films. What is your favorite score? My favorite …

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Album Review. Seth Glier: Birds

Grammy nominated musician Seth Glier will be releasing his new record Birds, a follow up to If I Could Change One Thing, on August 25th. Glier captures the audiences attention from note one and never lets go, delivering songs of a political and personal nature that will resonate with his …

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Album Review. Elliot Root: Conjure

Elliot Root’s debut album Conjure doesn’t come out until August 25th,butthis reviewer can promise music enthusiasts that once you get it in your hands and into your ears the anticipation will have been worth the wait. “Take Your Money” has a very unique feel to it and really establishes the …

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Album Review. Secret Weapons: As the Setting Sun Comes Crashing Down on Me.

New York City duo Secret Weapons are getting ready to release their debut full length album As the Setting Sun Comes Crashing Down on Me on August 18th. Song after song, it is a spectacular splash into the music world that is sure to impress both listeners and critics alike. …

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EP Review. Laura Brehm : Breathe

Laura Brehm’s EP Breathe, out now, is a delightful little album that digs deep into its content and doesn’t shy away from Brehm’s personal issues. Profound while still maintaining a light air, Brehm shows in just a few songs what she is made of both musically and emotionally. “Awake and …

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EP Review. Town Meeting: Geography: Part 1

Town Meeting, who just released their EP Geography: Part 1 on July 28th, serve up folk rock in both a retro and modern way that will be sure to engage listeners. With only four tracks Town Meeting show with every song that they are in full command of their sound …

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Interview: Monroe

The band Monroe, which is comprised of different artists from extensive touring backgrounds, recently released their debut EP The Streetlight. I was lucky enough to talk with lead singer Matt Berman about the album, going on a world tour with The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers, philanthropy, and the making of …

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Interview: Henry Jamison

Vermont based musician Henry Jamison debut album The Wilds will be released October 27th but he this is not his first foray into the current musical landscape. His previously released songs have accumulated over 20 million streams on Spotify and he has played at Grace Potter’s Grant Point North. I …

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EP Review. Katie Costello: New World

Out on July 28th, Katie Costello’s EP New World is a most impressive pop record. While most top 40 songstresses sing about romantic relationships, crushes, and breakups, Costello turns her attention to real world matters and it is akin to drinking a refreshing glass of lemonade on a sweltering hot …

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Single Review. Juliana Strangelove: “Moscow Heterosexual Blues”

Moscow, Russia artist Juliana Strangelove is no stranger when it comes to the hardships of making it in the music industry. Her vocals sit in the contralto range which is the lowest female voice on the spectrum. She has faced many adversities due to her unique voice especially in her …

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Album Review. McCafferty: Thanks, Sorry, Sure.

McCafferty’s EP Thanks.Sorry. Sure. is out on June 30th and it is a mixture of punk rock and heavy rock that definitely shows the band carving out a name for itself. “Cut Out the Pieces,” starts out with sparse instrumentation and then grows into a well rounded full punk pop …

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