AnnMarie Fox is a multitalented singer/songwriter whose youtube videos alone have gotten over two million views, and her latest single “Fatal Attraction” (FT. Jace) is proving just why she is so popular in the online music world. The song has been described as a “classical pop track,” and it …
Read More »EP Review. Narc Twain
Narc Twain’s self titled EP is an alternative experiment with social commentary done right. The first track “Downhill” opens with rocking and stinging guitar that leads into vocals by lead singer Tommy Siegel that will remind you of the 90s alternative scene. In some way the verses even have …
Read More »Notable Notes 2015. Donna Missal. Hotline Bling (Cover)
Ever since Drake released the song “Hotline Bling,” it seems like everyone who has a youtube channel is putting out their own spin on the track. But talented songstress Donna Missal’s cover is the only version you need to hear. The harder edged cover elaborates on the melody, with …
Read More »Album Review. Brightside. The World Reversed.
Pittsburgh band Brightside, on their official Facebook page, claim that they are just “a little band.” But with their brand new E.P. release The World Reversed the group shows that they know how to pack a big punch in the heart of the alternative music scene. The E.P. opens …
Read More »EP Review: A Will Away: Bliss
Punk/pop band A Will Away has just released their EP Bliss, and it is rightly named as the record carries listeners on a cohesive journey from start to finish, turning anything but blissful situations into musical bliss. The album starts off with the zippy, electronic guitar and thrashing percussion …
Read More »Andria Simone releases Evolve
Andria Simone releases Evolve Label: Spectra Records URL: http://www.andriasimone.com/ This CD (Evolve) is the latest release from Canadian based Andria Simone who was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. Her style can be described as “soul-flavoured”, but she is a lover of many genres. Her eclectic taste in music can …
Read More »Kunta’s Groove Sessions Starring Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock
On November 2nd, 2015, one of the last few stops of the short and sweet 1st Annual Kunta’s Groove Sessions took place at Terminal 5 in New York City. After an initial announcement for a show at the very intimate Webter Hall, ticket mishaps and outraged fans caused for the …
Read More »Notable Notes 2015: Song: On Your Mind. Artist: White Reaper
[Notable Notes is a column where I highlight some of the best songs of 2015] What makes someone dig a song? Is it solely the music and melody? Is it the lyrics alone with which one can identify with? Is it those two components combined? The answer is complicated …
Read More »You Go Girl! New Music Release: Tisha Campbell x “Steel Here”
Well, this truly is a pleasant surprise for the 90’s babies who grew up grooving to “Push”, and watching movies like House Party, and the iconic sitcom, Martin. One of America’s most beloved leading first ladies, Singer/Dancer turned successful Actress, Tisha Campbell, and label, Cyborg Music Group, releases a powerful …
Read More »Album Review: ZARDONIC “Antihero”
Metal meets EDM meets full total body immersion in a post apocalyptic drop your books and jump out of your shoes album sure to find legions of followers. Antihero is the latest from Venezuelan born Zardonic, a double disc format of vocal tracks set against an instrumental set plus remixes. Antihero blends music and …
Read More »Show Review: Bridge To Grace live at Juanita’s – Little Rock, AR 8.30.15
Like most show-goers, I’m a sucker for the thrills that come with being in a packed venue: the chaos of bodies squeezing past each other, the buzz of unintelligible chatter, the sense of anticipation in the air. It’s an experience like no other, and I feed off the crowd’s energy …
Read More »Notable Notes 2015. Song: London Girl. Artist: Brooke White
One half of online bloggers The Girls with Glasses, and season seven American Idol alumni, Brooke White is giving back on her latest album release Never Grow Up.The whole L.P. is about the innocence of childhood, as White explained to her fans via Instagram. “It’s the everlasting hope, the …
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