With a swaggering strut, a string melody comes into focus, suddenly enrapturing anything within earshot of its vibrant glow. This sensuous instrumental element is hypnotic to say the least, but once it comes into contact with Julie Amici’s lead vocal for the first time, it doesn’t stand a chance in …
Read More »Ashley Puckett Gets First National AM/FM Airplay Chart-topper
The Pittsburgh-based country singer has topped the New Music Weekly AM/FM Country radio chart with “Bulletproof.” The single is from her debut album, “Never Say Never.” The past year has been one of career milestones for Ashley Puckett. On February 14th, the Pittsburgh-based country artist released her debut album, Never Say …
Read More »Single Review: Tyler Boone “Gettin’ High”
What do you get when you mix a bourbon entrepreneur and an exciting Americana rock musician? You bet Tyler Boone. Under the radar for some, but it seems like he’s caught the eye of many in the music industry the past few years while supporting Sheryl Crow, The Avett Brothers, …
Read More »Single Review: “Lights On” by Tony Chevy
Bands and artists like ABBA, The Police, Fozzy and Rihanna have released songs with the word “S.O.S.” in the lyrics. One new and exciting track to add to the playlist is “Lights On” from the enthralling and highly engaging Tony Chevy. Capturing the sights, sounds and flavorings of a night …
Read More »Single Review: “Don’t Start Now” – Dallas String Quartet
“Don’t Start Now” is the newest track from phenom group, Dallas String Quartet. Unlike the song’s title, this track revs up the listener from note one. Instrumental and intricate, “Don’t Start Now” is a sparkplug of a tune and shows up Dua Lipa’s original track. A wide mix of violins, …
Read More »Radiation Records Releases Gravity, 11th Studio Album from NYC-Based Paul Mark & The Van Dorens
Scheduled to hit the street June 5, Gravity reaffirms Mark’s practiced belief that “it’s all about the song.” Expanding on his critically-praised predecessor Stowaways, Gravity merges classic pop stylings and soundtrack colorings with Mark’s unique wit to paint an ironically soulful civilization-gone-mad soundscape. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – New York, NY …
Read More »Album Review: Paul Mark & The Van Dorens “Gravity”
I imagine the live stage performance of Gravity by Paul Mark & The Van Dorens to be like the album – shamelessly merrymaking and an American music jamboree. Uniquely voiced like Leon Redbone and harnessing some of the smoky-hued chords of Dr. John, Mark dazzles the listener with both his …
Read More »Album Review: Steve Thomas & The Time Machine “All Of These Years”
Vocal harmonies tend to provide the foundation for the vast majority of bluegrass’ most revered tracks, and in the case of the dozen new songs found on Steve Thomas & The Time Machine’s record All Of These Years, they’re at the core of every sensational moment this mighty music produces. “Since …
Read More »Single Review: Dallas String Quartet – “Don’t Start Now”
“Don’t Start Now” is the newest track from phenom group, Dallas String Quartet. Unlike the song’s title, this track revs up the listener from note one. Instrumental and intricate, “Don’t Start Now” is a sparkplug of a tune and shows up Dua Lipa’s original track. A wide mix of violins, …
Read More »Single Review: Jeremy Parsons “Tragedy”
The Lone Star State’s very own Jeremy Parsons returns home with a stellar new single entitled “Tragedy.” After living in Nashville for several years, San Antonio’s rising country star is already prepping for a new album set to release in 2021. Until then, he offers one of the darker tracks …
Read More »Single Review: Richard Lynch “Starting Now”
Richard Lynch is no stranger to Christian country music but his latest single, “Starting Now,” brings out the best within him. The Waynesville, Ohio, native has been topping charts for a while with his bass-baritone voice and smooth guitar riffs. His vocals scream outlaw while his message is one of …
Read More »Single Review: Lailien and Ruby Perl – “Fly With You”
Toronto’s Lailien must have some special gravity shoes because he’s truly flipping the music world on its axis. “Fly With You” the experimental pop artist’s newest single might be a redux of the Gigi D’Agostino dance track, but it secures its space in the annals of music’s most interesting power …
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