“‘Came Thru Stuntin’ brings several different sounds straight for Detroit.
From smooth soul, to a steady flow the songwriting beats with realness and B Free delivers it all with a authenticity and a properly subdued delivery.”
“There is nothing halfway about ‘Half-Hearted Love.’ In giving us a song that speaks to going through the emotions and searching for meaning in on okay, but unfulfilling relationship.
Northern National imparts emotion into a catchy performance that only gets better with each listen.
This is a song with the legs to carry us through when we find ourselves stuck in just such a relationship.”
“The vocals are infectious and the lyrics well-written, but for me, the beat and melody are what truly sparkles on this track.
Thumping like a heartbeat, and dancing like a ballerina around the vocals, the musical accompaniment here is spot on. ”
“Retro love song that fulfilled my lifelong desire to know what a Gwen Stefani hit would have sounded like in the 80s.
Okay, so maybe I never actually pondered what such a single would have been like, but Thanks to Kerri Meadows I don’t have to.
Nice alluring vocals. The kind of song lovers dedicate to each other no matter the decade.”
“A touching song, written after talking with a friend involved in an abusive relationship. Cap Carter’s raw, aching vocals bear out the emotion amid a backdrop of a simple guitar dominated melody. Real, true, and honest in both the songwriting and the performance!”
“Nowhere outside of an Olympic Village, will you find this much International love going down.
With a variety of global sounds and an alluring set of vocals, Flavia Abadia comes at you like a sexy gypsy with a passport with her latest single, ‘Slow It Down.’”
“The steady driving melody lays the groundwork for a calm relaxing float on this ‘Sleeping Sea.’
Kane Miller again taps into the waters of the human emotion with a subtle beauty that makes him a pleasure to listen to over and over again.”
“Relying solely on the power of melody and instrumentation, Instrumentals are a tough connection for me as a writer who relies on words to convey emotion. However, this piece evoked an emotional response from the very beginning. With layers building throughout the piece, my attention never once waned. From start to finish the music spurned a variety of thoughts, and for me, it unfolded like a short film — with the imagery just as powerful. ”
“Emotion can come from well-written lyrics, a heartfelt performance, or a captivating melody. ‘Stay The Same’ utilizes all three to make us live every last nuance of a complicated relationship.
This is music that makes you feel — music the way it should be. ”
“A tender ode to love.
Love is often a songwriter’s vein of gold to mine through the ups and downs. This single brings out the emotions of both sides.”
“The terms ‘fun’ and ‘revolution’ are rarely used in tandem, but both words are apt monikers for this single.
Melodically and performance-wise, ‘Concept’ rides a fun beat and groove, while lyrically it is well-written call to arms. ”
“Touching and meaningful are the first two adjectives that came to mine while I listened to LP’s single ‘Shaken.’ With a sound that made me think a bit of Elle King, the single is soulful and funky and incredibly well-written.
No doubt other critics and reviewers will get into the social dynamics of this song, but I will save such discussion for them. For me good music falls into at least one of the three categories — emotional, entertaining, or creatively inspiring. The best of music is all three and ‘Shaken” has landed in that sweet spot.”
“‘Dirty Little Dream’ unfolds lyrically like vintage Prince. However, with a hard-driving bass beat and sultry vocals, the single layers in a modern pop vibe before adding a jazz groove to this sexy single.
This is three minutes of a dream that definitely delivers a climax.”
“The driving force here is funky groove that gets you moving.
But don’t sleep on the songwriting, because there is genuine emotion lurking underneath that infectious groove.”
“Delivered with the high-energy of No Doubt before Gwen Stefani went off to solo pop stardom, ‘I Just Think That You’re Cute’ is rife with literary references to match that uptempo ska sound. I imagine English majors singing along in coffee shops the world over, but this single is a fun groove for anyone that likes a lively tune.”
“This is an interesting project that is so much more than your typical three to four minute musical interlude. ‘Drunk” offers a perspective in what is really two tracks in one.
The inebriated impulsive and erratic flow early gives way to the soulful jazz infused regret of the next day. I prefer the latter musically, but without the rough night we never would experience the mindful reflection.
It is hard to compare this single to other music as it is both music and social commentary. Of course those elements are often combined, though not quite in this same way.
I am not certain this is a track that many will want to play over and over again, but it certainly is a viewpoint we all need to stop and think over now and again and this kind of songwriting makes me very eager to hear more out of Trebor.”
“Two Words ... Party Anthem!
’Louder’ turns up the volume and the energy with this array of beats.
Don’t think about settling in, because this is going to be a bumpy ride.And one you are going to enjoy!”
“This is one of those tracks that surprises you. Take any ten or fifteen second snippet and you might think what is this basic beat and flow? But listen for a beat or two longer and the nuances settle in, and the lyrics penetrate, and you realize ... Damn, I have so been there ... had these same feeling of needing, and wanting something good to happen ‘Today.’
This is a single that feels like it came straight from your own inner dialogue. If only your own inner dialogue came with a snappy beat and a fresh flow with a slight reggae hint to it.”
“Pure fun!
After opening with a roaring twenties vibe, this single keeps it interesting by reinventing itself throughout. The changes however, feel natural and perfect from beginning to end. So rather than being left feeling like you escaped a blenderm this finely produced track leaves you simply feeling ready to dance.”
“Some singles strike an immediate chord that puts you on high alert before the lyrics truly sink in.
In the true spirit of a well-written Indie Rock song, ‘Find The Water’ is the kind of song that turns the gears and wheels within and makes you think not only long after the last note, but on each and every other listen afterward.”