Reviews
‘Long Ride’ – GS Flipp: Hip-Hop’s Emerging Talent Shows Promise On First Single
Born in Newark New Jersey, via Atlanta before settling in Hollywood, GS Flipp arrives with his debut single, ‘Long Ride’. It’s a short, compact and melodic insight into what to expect on future release. GS sees himself as the voice of the traumatised, the down-trodden, the deluded lovers et a la; admirable sentiments indeed, but it’s […]
‘Polymer’ – Fake Figure: There’s Nothing Plastic About This HUGE Slab Of Metal
Orange County’s Fake Figures released their first music since 2019s ‘We Are The Dead’, in August of 2023. ‘Miasmatic’, represented a seismic shift, in both attitude and craft. It was a blitzkrieg, driving, monolith of pounding beats, electrifying riffs and above all else featured the debut of Steve Ludwig on vocals. This, in my opinion, has […]
German Fun Rock: ‘Endless No’ by Fake Plastic
Germany has turned out numerous standout bands that fuse indie rock with punk and pop, such as The Ärzte, Die Toten Hosen, Wizo, and JBO. What sets them apart is their ability to have fun, delivering upbeat tracks that bring joy without taking themselves too seriously. Fake Plastic embodies this same vibe, making them a […]
The Breakdown Unveil ‘Modern Lies’: A Britpop Revival in the Making
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of London, The Breakdown have released their latest single, ‘Modern Lies.’ Produced by the talented Andy Strevens, this track elevates The Breakdown’s distinctive style to new heights. With ‘Modern Lies,’ the band explores the intricate nuances of digital-era identities and the profound struggles of self-perception within a social media-dominated […]
‘A Perfect Lie’ – Andreas Gavlén: A Solid Third Outing For Swedish Solo Artist
The weird thing about reviewing a new artist is that sometimes they sound familiar, but you can’t quite place why. Often, you’re caught between your initial perception and something altogether innate that gnaws aways at you, almost within grasp, but never fully materialising and that’s where I am with Andreas Gavlén. An indie rock musician from Gävle on […]
‘Lady Ayahuasca’ By Carnival Mind: Melody + Lyrics = (An Amazing) Song!
It’s been a while since Jim Morrison from The Doors left our world. It was on the anniversary of his death that two Australian musicians, Dave and Rich, met each other at his Père Lachaise graveside in Paris. On that day, a musical bond was made, and Carnival Mind was born. The other band members […]
‘Another Damn Train Song’ – Jefferson McDonald: A Masterclass In Good Old-Fashioned Rock And Roll
Jefferson McDonald is a living, breathing, reincarnation of Jerry Lee Lewis, a showman of boundless energy, a musician of infinite talents and apparently, by all accounts, a pretty good actor. OK, that may seem hyperbolic, but it comes with some qualification. Firstly, Jefferson starred as Jerry Lee Lewis in, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’, and his portrayal of […]
Eleri Ward’s ‘Moss’: A Meditative Journey of Self-Discovery and Tranquility
Eleri Ward, a renowned figure in the NYC singer-songwriter scene, is poised to enthral audiences once again with her latest single, ‘Moss‘. Formerly recognised for her interpretations of Stephen Sondheim’s classics in musical theatre, Eleri underwent a notable transition with her solo debut, ‘Grieving the Future’, in September 2023. Now, ‘Moss’ emerges as a poignant […]
‘Mr. Who Knows (Messiah)’ – kidd noir: Latin Grooves, Biting Guitar; Emerging Talents Superb 2nd Outing
The age-old adage of ‘if you’re good enough, you’re old enough’ springs to mind when you first listen to kidd noir. ‘Mr. Who Knows (Messiah)’ is the second offering from the 18-year-old hailing from Germany and already the signs are we could have something very special in the offing. Whereas, first single, ‘LNBR’ showcased a mellow, […]
