Last year was surprisingly hot for alternative folk all things considered, but this spring, things are getting particularly intriguing for fans of the genre’s most lyrical side thanks to a new offering from buzz-worthy duo Dorsten, To the River. Dorsten doesn’t waste any time getting into the guts of a complicated approach to heavy …
Read More »Single Review: Lady Redneck “3 Days”
With “3 Days,” Lady Redneck taps into the deep well of Christian faith to narrate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, capturing the profound essence of Easter. This song, released on Good Friday, March 29, 2024, is not just a musical composition but a significant spiritual reflection, mirroring the …
Read More »Single Review: Gary Pratt “Before Someone Gets Hurt”
Gary Pratt’s song “Before Someone Gets Hurt” is a captivating piece that delves into the complexities of emotional vulnerability and the precariousness of relationships on the brink of falling apart. Taken from Pratt’s album, “Something Worth Remembering,” the latest single, “Before Someone Gets Hurt” centers around the narrative of a …
Read More »Single Review: Lolly Lee “Great Crusade”
Lolly Lee’s “Great Crusade” is a dynamic and captivating song that weaves together a tapestry of vivid imagery, historical references, and introspective themes. Released in February 2024, as part of her Anthony Craword-produced, self-titled album, this single showcases the artist’s exceptional songwriting and musical prowess. Opening with an upbeat tempo, …
Read More »Single Review: Bill Abernathy “More”
Bill Abernathy’s latest single, the title track to his album, “More,” stands as a testament to introspection and the search for deeper connections. With a rich blend of evocative lyrics, emotive melodies, and introspective themes, Abernathy captures the essence of human vulnerability and the longing for something beyond the superficial. …
Read More »Single Review: Eleyet McConnell “Surrender”
Eleyet McConnell’s “Surrender” is a poignant ballad that explores the transformative power of embracing adversity and finding strength through surrender. The song’s introspective lyrics paint a vivid tapestry of personal struggles and the realization that growth requires letting go and accepting support. Angie McConnell’s voice is both vulnerable and resolute, …
Read More »Single Review: The Edgar Loudermilk Band “The Banks of the River”
The Edgar Loudermilk Band’s new single “The Banks of the River” is the latest turn in Edgar Loudermilk’s musical story. He’s packed several lifetimes so far into a relatively brief career and has amassed an impressive list of credits working alongside some of the biggest names in modern bluegrass. Egged …
Read More »Single Review: Midnight Sky “442”
Midnight Sky’s latest single, “442,” is a powerful and dynamic track that fuses elements of rock, country, and pop to create a uniquely infectious sound. The song showcases the band’s impressive musical range and undeniable talent, making it a must-listen for fans of all genres. From the moment the first …
Read More »Single Review: “Missing You Underneath the Mistletoe” Dianña
A glistening piano comes reaching out of the silence alongside a simple arrangement and suddenly a familiar tempo makes contact with a bright melody radiating from none other than Dianña. She lays into the new holiday standard “Missing You Underneath the Mistletoe” with a fragile ease that is both reserved …
Read More »Single Review: “You Make Me Feel So Good” Xavier Toscano
Xavier Toscano has been getting a lot of buzz lately, and in his new single “You Make Me Feel So Good” he demonstrates to critics and fans both old and new how much he’s come into his own since entering the spotlight. “You Make Me Feel So Good” is a …
Read More »Single Review: Alex Woodward “Ordinary Soil”
The soft and stoic start of “Ordinary Soil,” the new single by Alex Woodard, conjures images of a weary traveler making camp at dusk and sparking up a campfire beside which he plans to tell us a story as old as time. Woodard acts as our storyteller in this song, …
Read More »Single Review: “Blu” SevvTheArtist
In the all-new single and music video “Blu,” talented rapper, crooner, and songwriter SevvTheArtist goes out of her way to establish herself as a powerhouse vocalist who can rhyme with as much zeal as any of the big boys can, and audiences are rightly taking note. SevvTheArtist’s last release was …
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