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Single Review: Ritz Murphy – “Boytoy”

Ritz Murphy is best known for his tenure in pop trio Rare Blend, who hit it big with the 1997 MTV favorite, “Swang,” and again with “Boom Boom Boom,” as part of the soundtrack to the acclaimed 2000 movie Coyote Ugly. Following a move from San Diego to Los Angeles, …

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Album Review: Lailien – Ensoular

Lailien functions as both the pseudonym and alter ego of Bradley Shubat. Based in Toronto, Canada, the composer, producer, and director initially developed his musical sensibilities through piano at age 5. Shubat’s influence scope throughout adolescence would further expand to include equal traces of alternative rock, jazz, electronica and pop, …

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Interview: Mikei Gray of The Frst

The Frst (pronounced ‘first’) is a collaborative project led by singer/guitarist Mikei Gray, and supplemented by an all-star cast of touring musicians who have built acclaim within the past decade. Formed in Nashville, Tennessee in 2017, Gray and company showcase an identity that combines throwback alternative influences with modern, punchy …

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EP Review: RIIV – All Night

Joseph Riverson is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter, originally from Haiti and based in Connecticut. Under the artist name RIIV, Riverson has overcome numerous odds to make it in music, an effort that has steadily paid off since his initial pursuit back in 2015. Following the success of last year’s single, “Beautiful,” …

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Single Review: Edvanzd – “How U Wanna Do It?” ft. Kevin Hues

Edwin Morrow is an accomplished actor and budding rapper, originally from East St. Louis, Illinois and based in Los Angeles, California. Under the name Edvanzd, Morrow sought to expand his musical focus, debuting with the Peyote Beats-produced EP, The Prelude, in 2014. Currently, Morrow hosts a growing freestyle series called …

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Album Review: Tokyo Rose – Akuma II

Back in the early-to-mid 2010s, Tokyo Rose received consistent acclaim for his initial EPs, Chases and Chases II, which harken back to the groove-oriented hooks of 80s synthpop. His eventual debut album, Akuma I, released three years later, fleshed out those nuances in a full-length setting, while also expanding them …

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Single Review: The Inoculated Canaries – “The Lawyer’s Wife”

This year, The Inoculated Canaries is releasing a steady slew of singles, each emphasizing a more expansive implementation of their sound. The New York quartet makes the best of heavy active rock riffs and soulful vocal tendencies, all the while continuing to refine the distinctly modern foundational groove that ultimately …

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Alt rock supergroup ‘The Coolies’ discuss formative days, debut EP, ALS research advocacy

The Coolies is an east coast-meets-west coast supergroup comprising Kim Shattuck, Melanie Vammen, and Palmyra Delran. The three are not only bonded friends but seasoned musicians from the 90s alternative rock era. Former Pandoras members Kim and Melanie broke through with The Muffs, earning critical acclaim with their 1993 self-titled …

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Album Review: The Ballsbreakers – Songs for Fredo

The Ballsbreakers is a Filipino band from Sibagat, Agusan del Sur. Formed in March of last year, the quintet punctuates their sound with alt-rock chord sequences and psychedelic spaciousness, brought together by a dash of pop appeal. Their debut album, Songs for Fredo, has gained steady momentum since its release …

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