Countless releases talk about a trek through this whole “life” thing we’re all trying to figure out — but Vern Matz’s self-titled feels like one. Hitting the Road with Vern Matz If you need a soundtrack for those days when you just need to drive away and you’ve worn out “Indigo” by The Nixon Tapes, […]
Public Access TV’s “Lost in the Game” is a celebration of guitar and the dance spirit of the ’80s. Though it was released this month, the single can easily fit into a throwback playlist full of brat pack-esque hits.Calling all new wave rock fans: this one is for you. Back to the Vibe of Classic […]
Kody Nielsen’s “Bic’s Birthday” is magical and I’m not in opposition of this unique instrumental replacing the traditional birthday song. Birthday Suite by Kody Nielson Visionary Classical-Hip Hop Fusion Nielsen shared the single in honor of New Zealand artist Bic Runga, and on her birthday, January 13th. (Happy belated, Bic!) The single comes ahead of […]
Ever wondered what a Bon Jovi and Nirvana hybrid would sound like in 2018? Secondhand Habit’s fearless From The Ashes EP gives this inquiry an answer in a fantastic way. From The Ashes by Secondhand Habit Canada’s Sickest Power Shreds For those who’ve never wondered, you’re in for a face-melting treat. It’s exactly what a […]
BARE is a testimony to what contemporary R&B-infused pop can do. European songstress Celeste Buckingham is 22—BARE’s maturity surpasses her years. Like 2013’s Pure Heroine, BARE is a stroke of genius that shouldn’t be overlooked due to age. Defining moments with BARE Starting with “Paradise,” an unconventionally slow track, the album shows its clear-cut intention. […]
Reed Four is cut from a Midwest cloth, using that to the best of their advantage. “Old Piano,” “How I Feel For Me,” and “Drive,” all singles, serve a unique visual purpose. An Original Film from Reed Four Created to be played in succession with one another, the trilogy acts as a short film through […]
Country rockers Hegarty are bursting out of the gates with three singles that preview the skill ahead in their new record. The Unity Behind Emotion “Even the Joker Cries Sometimes” is a heartfelt acoustic dipped with luscious harmonies and melodies. “Joker” highlights being cognizant of the validity of feelings, vocalizing the knowledge that even the least […]
Jacksonville locals The Nixon Tapes are breaking down the scene with their Indigo EP. Any fan of grunge or just feel-good unapologetic indie rock would find themselves a new favorite. From the first track, an impression of grit and vigor are clear. How to: Rock with Emotion, by The Nixon Tapes “Psych” is an introduction telling […]
