When psychedelic rock music was first introduced in the 1960s, the world went nuts. Known for its attempt to replicate the mind-altering effects of hallucinogenic drugs, psychedelia has a unique ability to create its own ambience and signature sound. From Jimi Hendrix to the Grateful Dead, psychedelic artists still have a great influence over music […]
What do jazz, blues, soul, and folk have in common? The answer is simple: Russell Morgan. Hailing from England, the singer-songwriter’s latest album, Begin Simple, is a simple medley of all of these genres, and then some. While the phrase “simple medley” may sound a bit odd, there really isn’t any other way to describe […]
The Virginmarys certainly pack a punch with the release of their sophomore LP Divides. Hailing from Macclesfield, England, the three-piece rock band create a politically conscious album that’s as much in your face as it is honest. Influenced by the sounds of the British rock revolution with a hint of modern punk, Divides is an […]
It’s hard not to fall into a deeply existential state of mind after watching the video for “Beautiful Blue Sky,” rock quartet Ought’s latest single from their sophomore album Sun Coming Down. Alongside movement artist Matt Drews, the Montreal-based group have managed to create an almost 8-minute long performance piece that seems nonsensical at first, […]
As the weather starts to get warmer and the sun begins to show its face more often, the time to find this year’s summer hits quickly approaches. Radio stations and streaming services alike are filled with the sound waves of electro-pop, spreading feel-good beats and catchy choruses to a sun-kissed crowd awaiting its next beach […]
