Reviews
‘Gold’- Christopher Ellis Weaves Desire and Distance into Stunning Alt-Rock Stories
Christopher Ellis has always had a knack for pulling listeners into vivid, cinematic worlds, and with his new EP ‘Gold’, he sharpens that gift to a fine point. Blending shimmering alt-rock textures with emotionally rich storytelling, ‘Gold’ feels like a coming-of-age movie played out in fleeting glances and late-night confessions. The title-track ‘Gold’ kicks things […]
‘Crossing the Lines’- Brandi Myer Charts a Brave New Course with Reflective New Single
After making an unforgettable entrance earlier this year with her fiery debut ‘Ready To Gaslight’, Brandi Myer returns with ‘Crossing the Lines’, a haunting, emotionally-charged anthem that reveals a whole new side of her blossoming artistry. Where her first single burned with bold, alternative grit, ‘Crossing the Lines’ leans into something more tender, weaving Americana […]
‘Pourquoi? C’est L’Amour!’- La Need Machine Illuminate Hope and Humanity with Vibrant New Album
Over the last few years, Seattle has continued to produce bands that refuse to settle into easy labels and La Need Machine’s latest album, ‘Pourquoi? C’est L’Amour!’ is a testament to that spirit of creative defiance. From the very first track, it’s clear that La Need Machine are bringing something new to the fold. Packed […]
‘Rainy Day’- Santa Claws Deliver a Warm Indie Lullaby for Uncertain Times
There’s something quietly magical about ‘Rainy Day’, the newest single from French indie rock outfit Santa Claws. A soft pause in the noise, wrapped in warmth and understated beauty. Opening with delicate piano chords and glistening acoustic textures, the track feels like stepping outside just after the rain- everything fresh, still, and a little more […]
‘New York I’m coming to you’- Jeff Vidov Captures Dreams and Second Chances with Epic New Single
Over the years, Jeff Vidov has proven himself to be a musical force impossible to pin down, and with his newest release ‘New York I’m coming to you’, he offers one of his most grand and heartfelt works yet. Built around a thundering piano hook and bolstered by sweeping orchestral flourishes, ‘New York I’m coming […]
‘Weather the Storm’, S J Denney Dives Fearlessly into Grunge-Infused Territory
Over the past few years, S J Denney has quietly established himself as one of the UK’s most thoughtful and versatile songwriters, and with his latest release ‘Weather the Storm’, he takes a bold, electrified step into new territory. Drawing from the raw, unfiltered energy of early ’90s alt-rock, ‘Weather the Storm’ hits like a […]
‘Blurry Face’- Ari Joshua, John Medeski & Billy Martin Conjure Controlled Chaos on Daring Jam
On his newest outing ‘Blurry Face’, Ari Joshua teams up with two of the most influential figures in groove-driven improvisational music, meeting them on their turf, unfiltered and fully in the moment. Captured live in a single take at Applehead Studios, the track feels like catching lightning mid-bolt. It’s groove-heavy telepathy, spoken in a dialect […]
‘Stream of Consciousness, Vol. 2’- Olav Larsen & The Alabama Rodeo Stars Capture Lightning in a Whiskey Jar on New Album
In a world increasingly obsessed with reinvention, Olav Larsen remains defiantly committed to preservation. ‘Stream of Consciousness, Vol. 2’ is a lived-in journal entry, scrawled in the language of twang, ache, and quiet revelation. Backed by The Alabama Rodeo Stars, Larsen has once again delivered a masterclass in emotionally grounded, no-frills Americana that honours its […]
‘Chelsea Summer Nights (Acoustic)’- Sheri Miller, Channels Soulful Nostalgia on this wistful new offering
There’s a rare kind of intimacy that only the most honest acoustic recordings can capture, that feeling like someone’s whispering a story directly into your ear, one that somehow already feels like part of your own memory. With ‘Chelsea Summer Nights (Acoustic)’, NYC-based singer-songwriter Sheri Miller invites us into one of those moments. It’s stripped-down storytelling at […]
