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‘Three Things’- Cosmic Souls, making alienation feel defiant
‘Three Things’ is the sound of Cosmic Souls drawing a line and refusing to step across it. Inspired by a Solzhenitsyn quote and written in response to the band’s perception of the political and social changes that followed 9/11, the song takes distrust, fear and submission as its central concerns. It’s not interested in compromise […]
‘I Can See Clearly Now’- Rusty Reid, keeping the sunshine intact
Taking on a song as familiar as ‘I Can See Clearly Now’ is always a balancing act. Push too far away from the original and the charm can disappear; stay too close and there’s little reason for another version to exist. But here, Rusty Reid finds a sensible middle ground, preserving the warmth and buoyancy […]
‘Crocs with Socks’- Lil Sanga, questionable fashion choices and a party energy
Lil Sanga knows exactly what kind of song ‘Crocs with Socks’ wants to be, and that clarity gives it much of its charm. This is a bright, cheeky burst of dance-rap built around a fashion choice most people would never expect to inspire a single, yet the absurdity quickly becomes part of the appeal. There’s […]
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Tom McQ: Advancing the ascent of the modern troubadour
London singer-songwriter Tom McQ has built his career in much the same way as the troubadours who inspired him: writing relentlessly, playing wherever people will listen and allowing music to create spontaneous connections between strangers. From regular busking spots around Covent Garden to performances at Glastonbury, that old-school approach has helped make the so-called “Mod Dylan” an increasingly distinctive […]
Sunny Rae Keller: Capturing heartfelt warmth with a folk-inspired edge
For Sunny Rae Keller, songwriting and storytelling have always existed side by side. The California-raised, Paris and Los Angeles-based artist brings a filmmaker’s eye to her intimate folk compositions, finding significance in memories, relationships and seemingly ordinary moments that reveal something much larger about the human experience. Her new single ‘Carry You On’ might be her most […]
CJ Gill: channelling a wistful texture for his latest rock-infused anthem
After years honing his craft on Chicago’s South Side before making the move to Nashville, CJ Gill is preparing to introduce listeners to his debut album, Eye of the Storm. Rooted in the storytelling traditions of Americana and country while infused with the energy of classic rock, his songs explore resilience, change and the complicated emotions that shape […]
