Review

  September 2nd saw the debut release of Vian Izak’s EP Brink of Love which includes collaboration with such esteemed musicians as Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Eliza Ramgren. Starting off the three song record, “World of Trouble” blasts with an energetic euphoria of blazing instrumentations before Izak’s mellow voice bleeds …

If there’s one thing that listeners can take away after experiencing the new A Day to Remember album, Bad Vibrations, is that ADTR have undoubtedly entered new territory — and conquered it. It comes as no surprise when one factors in the individuals that helped the band’s sixth album come …

  The Killers bassist Mark Stoermer has just released his second solo album Dark Arts, which is sure to win over new and old fans of his work as a musician. The whole musical journey really starts off with the second track “Drifting Caterpillar” which right away marks the type …

Remembering who #1 was shouldn’t feel so embarrassing.

  Beulah is John Paul White’s first solo album since the breakup of his musical partnership with Joy Williams as The Civil Wars. Many have been waiting patiently for White to release a record of all brand new material, and he does not disappoint. Kicking off the LP is “Black …

It seems like so much longer than a year ago that Summertime ’06 came out. It was a project that defined Staples as one of the stronger lyricists in a new generation of rappers, and his commentary–both in music and interviews alike–is always refreshing and welcomed. The announcement of Prima …

  Every once in a while an artist seemingly comes out of nowhere with music that will blow listeners away. Such is the case with Chloe Baker (AKA Bitter Kiss) and her EP Love Won’t Make You Cry. There is not a weak link on this five song album in …

  D.S. Bradford has released Elemental Evolution EP which melds together light and dark sounds, engaging listeners and putting forth a record that will get people talking. “The Rise” is under a minute long but showcases what Bradford can do in so little time. It is haunting with a piano …

  Taylor Tucker’s Leather Shoes EP, has a little bit of everything in it for listeners. As a singer/songwriter she mostly taps into the pop genre with some upbeat numbers and some dazzling ballads. It is on these slower paced songs where Tucker excels. Opening the album is “Enough to …

  Corbu have just released their debut album Crayon Soul on August 5th, and it is full of trippy vibes and 80s nostalgia. While it is not the most cohesive LP, what it lacks it certainly makes up for with enthusiasm and some standout tracks. “Neon Hallway” has more than …

In mid-2015, Gentlemen Jackals was formed by singer-guitarist Mark Wilson, second guitarist Craig McMahon, bassist-singer Scott Thomson and drummer Douglas Harden. The Dunfermline-bred quartet has since generated a buzz in the country’s capital, as well as Edinburgh and Fife, having crafted a distinctive musical identity. It is described by the …

Envision a time when the alternative was huge, local scenes were all the buzz, and music television still mattered. Now take those concepts and solidify them into a band. How about one that combines indie pop, sludgy grunge, witty lyricisms and a down to earth appeal, topped by an assiduous …