“Gabrielle Grace unveils a tender and emotional track about the struggle between hope and anxiety we all face. In reality, ‘Intruder, Intruder’ can be about anything threatening to consume and takeover your life. The nature of the performance feels vulnerable and real and allows for the listener’s mind to reflect on their own experiences and vulnerabilities. ”
“It isn’t easy to put Duckwrth in a box and label him. And this new release, ‘I’m Really Changing’ only amplifies the ambiguity of his sound.
The track brings some Neo-Soul groove, a little R&B smoothness and a tranquil Hip-Hop flow to unleash the lyrical progression of this track about shifting and changing to be a better man. But in the end, it’s all about that tasty vibe!”
“PEPTALK teams up with Chloe Parché to get ‘Good With Goodbye.’ The Indie Pop track is about saying see you later to that toxic relationship and that person who treats you like garbage.
From the outside such situation are usually clear but when mired in the history and emotions of such a relationship it takes a moment of strength and clarity and this track artfully highlights such an awakening. ”
“This Contemporary R&B track is a true international affair. ‘So Sick’ is the debut single from Miya Zawa. The new project from Sara Flint and Tom Brereton is an assortment of musical offerings that pair Pop, Dub & Folk. The writing process spread across Australia & Japan.
The track is about having higher standards for your friends love life than they sometimes do and this unique fresh take on love is refreshing given the theme of love is one every artists dives into eventually. Can’t wait to see what other new takes ont he world Miya Zawa gives us. ”
“Luciana Lariccia is a German songstress quickly headed for Pop stardom. ‘Masterpiece’ is a track about love and infatuation told in a glorious Pop crescendo that hooks the listener from the beginning. The vocal performance carries the heavy work thought he writing is sharp and spot on as well.”
“It can be easy to give too much of yourself and lose part of your identity in loving another. ‘Used To Breath’ from LA artist, Sophia Kaloustian is a Indie Pop track about reinventing or at least reinvigorating yourself on the other side of such a relationship.”
“Walter The Producer has a unique vocal tone that quickly goes from surprising to engaging in its honest earnest delivery. ‘Tell Me again’ is a track with an undeniable energy and provocation that keeps you leaning in and listening for what comes next. The Indie Rock vibe delivers a timeless kind of sound that simply feels like a good honest music.”
“Canadian, Elijah Woods has released a new Pop track, ‘Could You Love Me?’
Anytime a Pop star emerges from Canada there will be comparison to Bieber but Woods has a more traditional vocal talent and is less bubblegum and kitschy making him an artist that should appeal to a broader base of music fans. This track has some retro 80s vibes but has the lyrical depth and emotion to be a contemporary hit. ”
“This track has a nostalgic feel by design. Inspired by the ever-changing vibe of their hometown, Nashville, Tennessee, The Criticals unleash a 90’s Indie Rock vibe that certainly differs from what people think about when they first think of Nashville.
The band has long been one of my favorites here at LA on Lock and again they continue to impress with a wide range of style and sound. Just like their hometown.”
“Selfish Pursuits offers an uplifting ode to staying in the fight with ‘Don’t Let Go.’ The Indie Pop track ahs a calm even build and delivery making it easy to focus in on the lyrical message. The arrangement allows for your mind to pause and reflect which is perfect for this kind of emotional song.”
“This is a fun jaunty little track about our place on this world and how we all tend to view things. Andy Frasco & The U.N. gives a little life philosophy in the most entertaining kind of way.
’Try Not to Die’ is solid advice anytime and in any situation and here it comes with some tongue-in-cheek wisdom and a very catchy musical arrangement.”
“Monotronic is a vibe that blends a variety of styles and even musical eras to create an engaging sound. ‘Looking Away’ has an 80’s feel though the track in no way feels dated and certainly delivers a Contemporary feel as well. The result is a timeless Indie Rock track that gets better with every listen.”
“Ripperduski brings a tranquil vibe like a contemporary Jack Johnson. ‘Ghost’ is an honest track with genuine writing to go with the calm vibe created by a talented performance.
This is a song to unwind to, but it also has the lyrical depth to make you stop and ponder your own life’s trajectory. ”
“Featured in the Hulu TV series, Dollface, ‘Talk To Ya’ by artists Elisa Sun has a nice suspenseful beat to instill an edge right from the start.
Sun has a Pop edge to her vocal style though this one leans a little dark than most Pop tracks. There is a bit of an an 80s nostalgia to the overall sound though this Electro Pop number is right at home in today’s musical landscape.”
“Italian singer/songwriter, Damien McFly wrote ‘I’m Getting Older’ as a letter to his younger life. The track is meant to mark his feeling ten years into his music career and despite the personal nature of the track the lyrics have a broader relevance we can all understand and appreciate.
Life’s journey is fraught with ups and downs, and we all need to take some time to celebrate the growth and miles we’ve put behind us. This song does a great job and I dare you to listen because we all should take stock of our lives from time to time. ”
“Alba Rose unleashes some ‘Sunshine’ with her Neo-Soul single. The hard drum beat did get in the way for me at times but her smooth vocals still carried the day and I could feel the golden warmth of the sun on my face as I listened to her performance. ”
“Nothing is quite as dark and gritty as love, or at least love gone awry. Remy Reilly does the ‘Dirty Work’ of unraveling not only the emotions, but the aftermath and toll on self worth when a relationship goes wrong.
The track has an Indie Pop songwriter vibe that almost hits the Americana/Folk realm in tone and style. The talent of the vocals, and an arrangement that dials in and sets the vibe, meshes so perfectly to form a complete well-rendreddsong that hits as hard with subsequent listens as it does the first.”
“Hey, you up?
The same thought process that leads to those kind of texts is what Tessa Dalton is singing about in ‘Hit The Lights.’
This Indie/Alt Pop track is about that poor decision making we all make as we romanticize and gloss over all the red flags visible in the light of day. It’s a fun track that gets ina nd makes its point with talent and precision and doesn’t carry on too long.”
“Two dudes from rural Tennessee wrote a Rock song called ‘Danish Eyes’ in LA, then went across the pond to record it in England. Yeah, you read that right and that’s the absolute beauty of Rock and Roll.
The Criticals are rock throwbacks ina way as they do things most pop stars and fame chasers are unwilling to do, and they do it to stay fresh and on the cutting edge. This isn’t a band that chases trends, but rather embraces who they are and works to create the best version of themselves on a constant basis.
If you’re not listening to The Criticals already, you should be!”
“Hailing from Toronto, Jon Vinyl blends Pop and Cotemporary R&B vibes to create a soothing sound heavy on emotion and talent. ‘Feels Good’ hits like something Ed Sheeran might create after taking a trip to Motown. The song has a nice tranquility that feels like a warm embrace from a dear friend or cherished love one.
My biggest critique is I wish it was longer and had at least one more verse.”