Nixo Fortune – ‘motion picture’
Rising rapper Nixo Fortune unveils’ As of late: Volume 2’, a five-track EP blending modern trap and conscious rap to explore themes of self-discovery, resilience, and triumph. Drawing on his South Carolina roots and Seattle influences, Nixo crafts authentic, relatable tracks such as ‘motion picture’ with introspective storytelling and melodic hooks, inspired by Kanye West, Young Thug, and Lil Wayne.
Local Phonies – ‘Rat-Level’
Seattle- and Boston-based indie rock duo Local Phonies, comprising Jon Fricchione and Conor Garrison, release their third studio album ‘Static Prismatic’. Blending Americana, psych rock, and electronica with modern indie twists, the album reflects their evolution, with the lead single ‘Rat-Level’ capturing the raw, relatable tension of everyday existential anxiety through gritty, layered guitars and poignant lyricism.
X Revolution – ‘Dictators Prayer’
X Revolution returns with ‘Dictators Prayer’, a haunting single delving into manipulation, control, and the ruthless dynamics of power. Building on the moral ambiguity explored in September’s ‘GENERALS THEME’, the track challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about influence and human nature.
Larusta & The Dead Dogs – ‘Within The Green Valley’
London-based singer-songwriter Larusta, frontman of Larusta & The Dead Dogs, releases ‘Within The Valley Green’, a brooding alternative folk and dark rock track exploring heartbreak and turmoil. Offering a glimpse of his debut album ‘The Life You Save May Be Your Own’, Larusta’s haunting “Dark Lyrical Alternative” sound reflects his transformative journey from rural Germany to London’s vibrant music scene.
Jess Yaffa – ‘Just For One Night’
Rising star Jess Yaffa delivers ‘Just For One Night’, a high-energy pop/rock anthem celebrating the thrill of living in the moment, inspired by her time studying abroad in London. Created in a burst of dorm-room creativity and refined with Grammy-winning producer Scott Jacoby, the track blends raw authenticity with polished production, embodying the excitement of fleeting yet unforgettable experiences.
