“This track has a fairly common rock structure, but the vocals save it from feeling overly familiar. Amy Guess does a great job of providing a varied sound in the performance — each alluring in its own right. The chorus strikes hard and fast and delivers a punch.”
“Another Pop triumph from LUC. Here the sweet vocals contain an attitude and a edge that makes for a fun contrast.
A hearty dose of attitude is rarely this fun.”
“From the first beat, ‘Somebody Like You’ demands your attention.
Full of energy, this track delivers vocally as well as melodically.
Jeremy Rice is an undeniable talent.”
“This track is one for anybody that has had to sit idly by and watch the one they love run through a series of bad relationships.
An anthem for the friend-zoned, ‘Wasting Time’ has a relevance that will speak loudly for many.”
“Samuel Jack captivates with his voice and vocal refrain on such a level, that it is easy to focus there and miss the power of these lyrics. However, ‘In My Head’ delivers an emotional punch in the songwriting department as well.”
“Starting out with sweet vocals and a simple melody, ‘Coolest Kid’ turns dark and dangerous and heavy along the way — which is perfect the lyrics and subject matter.
A pop song that delves almost into a punk vibe, before settling into a heart breaker by the end.”
“A pop song calling out all those delusional souls in this world, who truly think they are something special when their personalities actually reveal them to be more of the dime a dozen variety.
Chloe Lilac’s delivers her truth with an engaging vocal refrain, and lyrics that will make you both smile, nod, and perhaps utter an amen.”
“Drink up!
This is the fun magic stuff. Music that is catchy and draws you into another world and time. I encourage all to to imbibe fully in this rocking melodic ditty.”
“A sensual love song, delivered with a raspy smoothness that showcases the emotion of the lyrics very well.
This is the kind of song played as the first dance at weddings, or repeatedly by those falling in love.”
“Letting go is tough to do, and sometimes it hurts more to see the other person let go too fast. This track takes those emotions and distills them down to a heartfelt Indie ode to that pain and frustration. The vocals are laced with heartache and the simply melody works well in tandem. ”
“A nice, calm vibe that provides a smooth and mellow reminder that sometimes we need to walk and talk within ourselves.
A musical reboot for the soul.”
“Soft. Tender. Poignant.
These three words are a great place to start in describing Hannah Connolly’s single, ‘From Where You Are.’
Hints of Dolly can be heard in moments of the vocals, but beyond that soft vibration there is an emotional connectivity more in line with Jewel. This combination gives Hannah a unique sound all of her own, to go along with stellar songwriting that is layered with emotion and complexity.”
“With a classic alternative sound, Places Back Home delivers a winning single with their recent release, ‘Refractions.’
Abrupt guitar changes and a mellow vocals help bring out lyrics that connect the emotional dots from the very beginning.”
“Life is a grind that beats us all down at times. ‘I’m Still Here’ takes that fact and the emotions we face during that struggle and distills them into a beautifully delivered song that reminds us of our successes in the face of the every day strife. ”
“There are times where Elina’s vocals reminded me of Dolly Parton, though this is not a country song. Soft and tender, this pop single delivers emotion and a sense of longing sadness.
A beautiful song about the hold of the past.”
“Bringing a big, vivid, Indie Rock singer/songwriter sound, Annie Nirschel is no ‘Smoke Show,’ because there is plenty of talent and substance in the depth of this single. Reminding me of Joan Osborne and Susan Gibson, I am eager to hear more from this emotional writer and performer.”
“While solid musically, ‘Paralyze The Dead’ truly shines brightest as a music video. The imagery and the emotions of the lyrics are brought out in spectacular version by the story.
Being true to yourself is perhaps the biggest key to personal happiness, and something we all need reminded of from time to time. Stereo Match does this is in an entertaining and provocative manner that left a smile on my face.”
“There is a genuine, songwriter vibe on this one. Billed as a true LGBT love story, this song really transcends beyond any limitations on who this song speaks to. It is simply an honest and true love story for humanity with slice of life lyrics delivered over a guitar melody. There is no added fanfare because the emotion is simply enough in this case.”
“With vocals that reminded of Elton John at times, Norman Kim unleashes a debut that demands we all pay attention.
Both the video and the lyrics of ‘Nothing Wring With My Life’ feel like fun and I can’t help but think I am watching to arrival of a brand new star. Not on the far off horizon, in the here and now.”
“The unique vocal tone caught my ear straight away and led me listen closer to the melody which dips into a reggae vibe to bring a nice a groove. The lyrics empower everybody emerging on the other side of a necessary breakup.”