ItsENJ was formed by Nigerian brothers Chimdi and OTITO (also known as the Dapper Duo), who are currently based in Bronx, New York. The duo’s style combines the cultural influence and diversity of Afropop and soul, which is given merit through their shared experience in songwriting, performing arts, and audio production. …
Read More »Single Review: Uuchie – “Yummy Yummy (Deluxe Mix)”
Uuchie is a Finnish musician and entrepreneur. Having earned a degree in classical music from Helsinki’s Sibelius-Akatemia, Uuchie currently resides in the United States, where she writes, records, produces and releases music independently. Similarly, her new single, “Yummy Yummy” aims to inspire young women everywhere to own their independence, and …
Read More »Single Review: Karl McCann – “Roses”
Karl McCann is a Liverpool, England-based indie folk singer/songwriter currently signed to 72rpm Records. McCann’s penchant for thoughtful, cathartic songwriting has earned him sizable local clout, through his appearances on the Made in Liverpool TV program, as well as on BBC Radio Merseyside. On Monday, McCann released his latest single, …
Read More »EP Review: Trey Warner – Meant for You
Trey Warner is a Utah-based musician and actor. Warner first gained local ground as frontman and lead guitarist of pop punk band Rated Hero, playing shows with bands like Blink 182, Jimmy Eat World, and Incubus. However, after some time, Warner departed from the band, choosing instead to pursue a …
Read More »Odds for Album of the Year Grammy Award lean strongly toward Taylor Swift’s Folklore
The opening odds for the 2021 Grammy Awards have been released, and today, we focus on the Album of the Year category. Out of eight entries, Taylor Swift’s Folklore debuted as the most probable winner, and has since sustained top placement at -250, as more sportsbooks placements are accounted for. …
Read More »Interview: Dan Fenton of Voltagehawk discusses video for cover of Mariah Carey classic, “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Nashville, Tennessee’s Voltagehawk harnesses a sound comprising rich songcraft, crunchy riffage, and a cheeky sense of humor. Since forming in 2014, the quartet has forged a solid path, keeping boundless experimentation at the forefront of their ideology. After releasing a metal-inspired cover of Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas …
Read More »Interview: Ian Abel discusses new single, “All For Love,” licensing music to All Elite Wrestling, importance of friendship
Ian Abel is an emerging singer-songwriter. Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Abel eventually relocated to Los Angeles, California in early 2017, forming the Ian Abel Band alongside guitarist and high school friend Westray Tackett, and New York-based drummer Kenny Schwartz. Their debut album was recorded in 2018, and is being released …
Read More »Single Review: Live Vinyl – “Get Out Party Today”
Live Vinyl is a rock, pop, live dance band from New York. Forming in 2017 as an initially exclusive live act, the band’s nuanced, yet accessible combination of rock and pop now defines fresh original recordings, with a thematic focus around hope for a Covid-free world. Their debut single is …
Read More »Interview: Bern Mustian of Up from Here discusses new single, “Throw It All Away”
Up from Here is an emerging pop punk act based in Tampa, Florida. Following the release of their 2018 sophomore EP, Words Left Unsaid, their expansion to quartet form was topped by a similarly impactful boost to the band’s stature – two million combined streams across multiple platforms. Amidst the …
Read More »Interview: Matt Urmy discusses upcoming album, South of the Sky
Matt Urmy is a singer/songwriter, poet, author, and entrepreneur. Born in New York City and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Urmy gradually became immersed in his hometown’s potent, diverse scene, having since collaborated with some of its most distinguished players in country-folk music. His 2017 debut album, Out of the Ashes, …
Read More »EP Review: I.K.P. – Radicalize
Kenny Alvarez is an emerging hip hop artist based in Brooklyn, New York. Under the name I.K.P. (Infamous King of Positivity), Alvarez has released four full-length albums, each centering around his path toward triumph amidst various life struggles. Following a steady output of singles this year, Alvarez has returned with …
Read More »Interview: Jef Rhodes of Them Damn Kings discusses new single, “Throw It Away”
Them Damn Kings are a hard rock/metal act based in Jersey City, New Jersey. Founded in 2015 as a one-man entity by veteran singer-guitarist Jef Rhodes, the project has steadily morphed into a collaborative effort, incorporating the talents of former Lacuna Coil drummer Ryan Blake Folden. In addition to featuring …
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