Reviews
Nicolaas Walle – ‘The Irony Of Fate’: Fusing Prog Rock & Pop Sensibilities
Nicolaas Walle and Lisa Patscheider have just released their latest single, ‘The Irony Of Fate,’ which is a bold fusion of prog rock complexity and pop sensibilities that challenges the conventional norm. Hailing from the Netherlands and Austria respectively, Nicolaas, a versatile multi-instrumentalist, and Lisa, a soulful singer-songwriter, joined forces after discovering each other’s solo […]
Alexis Mai’s ‘My Little Butterfly’: Emotion and Authenticity
From the heart of Germany’s vibrant music scene in Berlin, Alexis Mai emerges as a beacon of authenticity and vulnerability with their latest single, ‘My Little Butterfly.’ As an independent singer-songwriter, Alexis delves into the depths of mental health struggles, the nuances of gender identity, and the intricacy of relationships. Through their music, Alexis not […]
Hull’s Musical Mavericks Matt Edible & the Obtuse Angels Release Riotous Anthem ‘Idiot’
Matt Edible & the Obtuse Angels‘ latest single, ‘Idiot,’ is a riotous anthem that encapsulates an irreverent, tongue-in-cheek spirit. Hailing from Hull, UK, Matt Edible has long been a stalwart of the local music scene, and his latest venture with The Obtuse Angels feels like a culmination of years of musical evolution. Following the success […]
‘_Rockbear_’ – Pacific Death: If Muzak Dropped Acid And Ate A Bowl Of Crayons
Occasionally, you’re sent something to review. You listen intently and just stare at an empty white document, devoid of anything. Just lost. Wondering, ‘what just happened?’ Pacific Death is an instrumental solo project yielding 3 full albums thus far. ‘I Am Already Home,’ came in 2021 and can be basically summed up as Mr. Bungle, before Trey Spruance […]
‘Sonya’ – Trash Pals: Beatles Tinged Storytelling At Its Finest From This LA Duo
Trash Pals are a Los Angeles-based 2-piece comprising of Conor Rayne and Gabriel Schnider. Their influences are wide ranging, from Leonard Cohen to Nina Simone and Aphex Twin, and make for an eclectic mix of bitter sweet storytelling and catchy, accessible musical backdrops. Their collective musical pedigree is impressive; Gabe is a Julliard graduate, whilst Conor […]
‘Painted Nails’ – James Longcake: An Infectious Funk Odyssey You’ll Instantly Love
James Longcake is a very interesting character; born into a musical family, multi-instrumentalist, classical composer, film score writer, award-winning graduate of the University of Sussex, audio engineer, producer, genre-bending/fusing artiste in his own right. It’s an impressive resumé and one which has seen James further his musical repertoire in a jazz fusion project and an acoustic trio. […]
Discover ‘Boxes’: Ben Vogel’s Reflective Coming-of-Age Song
Straight out of Coeur d’Alene, United States, Ben Vogel‘s latest single, ‘Boxes,’ showcases musical versatility and homegrown talent. Ben wears many hats on this recording, handling all vocals, guitar, drums, bass, keyboard, and programming duties, demonstrating dedication and commitment to his work. Influenced by the likes of Crowded House, Squeeze, Elton John, Carole King, and […]
‘In Memoriam’ EP By Forgotten Garden; A Deeply Moving And Immersive Journey
Sometimes Music has the ability to touch upon something so beautiful, yet so tragic that to critique it is to cheapen it; to strip it down into components and compartmentalise the various layers in order to fit a narrative, within a set word count is somehow trite and meaningless when to listen intently and allow […]
‘The Sliver’ – Che Arthur: A Brooding Slab Of Hope And Defiance
“This is a place called villainy, we’re only here the rest of our days,” Che Arthur’s distinct, distorted growl sets the tone for the rest of ‘The Sliver,’ my first insight into Che’s fourth album, ‘For That Which Now Lies Fallow.’ An album which delves into his own internal struggles, dealing with cancer, isolation, heartbreak, and the […]
