Reviews
‘Temperament’- Chris Ami, a study in sound and self
Some debut albums introduce an artist, whereas ‘Temperament’ introduces a mindset. With this first full-length release, UK producer Chris Ami delivers a meticulously shaped body of work that explores the shifting climate of the human psyche. Across nine pieces, he traces the arc of ego, doubt, surrender, and clarity with immersive, detail-rich production that feels both introspective […]
‘Transmission Number 5’- Brother Dolly, turning interference into intimacy
‘Transmission Number 5’, the debut offering from the elusive trio Brother Dolly, emerges like a broadcast intercepted late at night. It hums with tension, curiosity, and a strange tenderness that holds on long after the final frequency fades. The project unites songwriter Dan Whitehouse, producer Jason Tarver, and sound architect Tom Greenwood across cities and […]
‘Bizarre Love Triangle’- Blackfoot Daisy, turning new wave heartache into a fireside confessional
There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when a band strips a beloved anthem down to its emotional bones. And on their release of ‘Bizarre Love Triangle’, Clarkston, Georgia trio Blackfoot Daisy do exactly that by uncovering the vulnerability that was always buried beneath the gloss. Known for their intricate acoustic interplay and luminous […]
‘Auntie’- Midnite Radio, a technicolour debut that refuses to play small
There’s something gloriously unrestrained about Midnite Radio’s debut EP ‘Auntie’. Right from the start of ‘Reboot The Drought’, it bursts through the door, sequins flashing, amplifiers humming, determined to make you feel something big. Formed by lifelong friends Lee Coram and Beak Wing in Lebanon, Tennessee, the band carries the chemistry of years spent chasing riffs […]
‘True Heart’- Jeff Hodges, laying it all bare
There’s something quietly radical about a song that chooses sincerity over spectacle. And with ‘True Heart’, Jeff Hodges steps into the new year with bravery, offering a piece of music that feels lived-in, reflective, and disarmingly open. From its opening moments, the track leans into restraint. The arrangement begins with a gentle, almost conversational intimacy, […]
‘That’s The Story Of My Life’- Exzenya, igniting a firestorm of self-belief
Some songs feel like a confession, with others feel like a comeback. ‘That’s the Story of My Life’ feels like both, and then some. With this explosive pop-rock powerhouse, Exzenya takes a phrase most of us have muttered with a shrug and turns it into a banner of defiance. From the very first hit of […]
‘Liable’- Katie Brown, turning heartbreak into high drama
Katie Brown has never sounded more commanding than she does on ‘Liable’, a track that tears up the storybook ending and replaces it with accountability. Opening with a solitary piano figure that feels almost fragile, the song lures you into a moment of quiet reflection before tightening its grip. Then the rhythm section enters, steady […]
‘Afternoon Of Acid Rain’- Hallucinophonics, diving headfirst into the strange
There are songs that flirt with the surreal, and then there are songs that cannonball straight into it. ‘Afternoon of Acid Rain’, the latest offering from Hallucinophonics, belongs firmly in the latter camp. It’s a kaleidoscopic, slow-burning voyage that feels like an altered state captured on tape. From the opening bars, the band establish a hazy, […]
‘It’s Called Love… It’s Called the Blues’- Wattmore, delivering heartache with a soft smirk
There’s something quietly satisfying about a song that just tightens the bolts and lets it roll. And on ‘It’s Called Love … It’s Called The Blues’, Brisbane siblings Wattmore join forces with revered songwriter Allan Caswell for a track that feels unhurried, grounded, and confident in its own skin. From the first few bars, the song […]
