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 …
Read More »Album Review: Umm – Double Worshipper
Double Worshipper is the debut album from the new LA-based band, Umm. This duo is composed of Stefanie Drootin and her husband, Chris Senseney, both not new to the music scene. Stef has been in past projects such as The Good Life, Bright Eyes, Big Harp, and She & Him, and Chris has been a part …
Read More »Single review: Too Good – Marsicans
Leeds born indie outfit Marsicans have blessed us with an abundance of singles since 2016’s The Absence album release, including 2017’s “Friends, but today meets Marsicans first new release of the year. “Too Good” earned its place as part of Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist across the UK, Holland, Sweden …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Single Review: I Want More – LAYNE
LAYNE caught our attention with 2016’s EP The Black Hills, and an online presence holding tribute to Netflix’ original Stranger Things, beside an aesthetic carrying the same visual energy as their sound. https://www.instagram.com/p/BWvXZLfg_U_/ Yesterday saw the Los Angeles two piece drop “I Want More”, their first single of 2017, with teasers of more to come throughout the year. “I …
Read More »Bubbles Erotica Consistently Deliver on Debut, Self-Titled Album
With the major labels seeming to only promote rock bands essentially cloning whatever sound is being played on the radio, the emergence of truly creative, fresh sounds like that blaring out of Chicago in the form of Bubbles Erotica are a welcome reprieve! Fusing such diverse influences as legendary rock/metal innovators System of …
Read More »Album review: LANY
For fans of Copeland or The 1975, one of Rolling Stone’s top 10 artists you need to know and a group that you definitely can’t avoid online is indie-pop outfit, LANY. LANY‘s music alone has built them publicity since 2015’s Make Out and I Loved You EP’s, but the band have since been teasing …
Read More »EP Review. Matteo Scher: Something Good
Out today, Matteo Scher’s new EP Something Good is love letter to the city of New York and the people in it. But whether or not you have lived or even visited the big apple Scher, song after song, unlocks universal stories that will resonate with listeners. “Brainkiller” is a …
Read More »Album Review. Playing to Vapors: Shred the Master Design
A follow up to 2015’s EP A Glitch in the Void, Ohio band Playing to Vapors is back on June 16th with their LP Shred the Master Design. Though the album isn’t perfect, the group puts their best foot forward to satisfy old fans and attract new ones at the …
Read More »Album Review: Michael Barrow & The Tourists. Juneau
Michael Barrow & The Tourists album Juneau is an indie music lovers dream. With a low key cohesive sound that encompasses the entire LP, and the delicate stylings of lead singer Michael Barrow’s vocals, Juneau is one of those records that deserves attention. “Hey Hey Hey” is the shortest tune …
Read More »Album Review. Pumarosa:The Witch
Pumarosa’s debut album The Witch is an explosive introduction to the band. With frontwoman Isabel at the helm, the album screams alternative and drips with a mood that will certainly satisfy listeners. “Honey” has an electronic base and allows Isabel’s voice to really shine, nuanced and unlike anything mainstream alternative …
Read More »EP Review. Night Argent: The Fear
Night Argent’s new EP The Fear won’t be released until July 14th, but this reviewer is here to tell you that it is worth the wait. Comprised of six songs, the record is mostly consistent and flows well, but as with any album there are some standout tracks worth talking …
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