“I do love when music delivers true emotion, straight and direct, and that is what Peyton Gilliland does with “Drag Me Under.’ Lyrics with meaning, and a vocal performance that starts tender and vulnerable, before exploding with anger and defiance. Creation and performance mesh to form a great song.”
“Love the vocal tone and how it breaks apart with vulnerability at times. I do feel like the beat and backing got in the way of the emotion in spots, but the songwriting is intriguing and the vocal performance very engaging.”
“A fun and funky ditty about the intrigue of online dating.
Swipe right on this high energy groove that captures the excitement of discovering that perfect profile, prompting you to send that message .... I want to ‘Meet You Right Away.’ ”
“Intricate harmonies combined with a perfect pace and tempo make this a fun song fall into the groove.
Folk Rock EDM is not a thing as of yet, but Brothers Page has a hand in all three genres here. Motivational without being cheesy ‘Back To You’ is a song that gets you moving while putting a smile in your face.”
“Funky fun soul misic!
’Drink With You’ delivers a gospel of emotion about that one person you can’t really be alone with, much less start sipping those drinks. Because if you allow it to happen ... clothes will hit the floor, and skin will collided.”
“A steady pace, delivered on the slower side was the perfect choice to unleash this set of lyrics about being on the ‘Run.’ The irony compliments the words on one level, but also helps emphasizes the subtle point that sometimes running becomes a lifelong thing you can’t quite escape.”
“I was pulled in by the straight forward, honest feel to these lyrics. I also appreciated the rawness of single and the fact the production did not opt for autotune embellishments and other tricks, but got out of the way and let the emotions shine through.”
“GRAACE has the kind of voice that both pierces and unarms and ‘21st Century Love’ utilizes this tone to showcase the emotion of being stuck in your head.
Lyrically it is not a complex song, but the nuance of the performance and a steady beat make the single an engaging listen.”
“An intriguing array of voices and a simple but infectious melody hooked me here, before I fully understood the concept of the lyrics. But hey, who hasn’t wanted to see the one they just broke up with carted off to jail, so that side of this track is pretty dope as well.
It is not easy to drop a pop song these days that truly feels unique, but this one hit me that way. There are so many different musical influences at work here that it is a tough single to truly categorize, but the commercial appeal is obvious. Through multiple listens my interest never waned.”
“The comparisons to Shakira are unmistakable, but Keeana Kee brings her own sultry vibe as well, and ‘Let’s make Love’ hits the ears like an illicit rendezvous.
Sexy and intriguing, this song pulls you in and makes you forget the outside world for a little while.”
“Sometimes you just gotta say it straight and direct. Poloneius Pluck is the ‘Bossman’ here as he deliver his truth, his confidence, and his mantra for the world. The reggae vibe gives a good contrast and takes this one to another level.”
“The vocals contain this ragged edge that immediately grabs your attention before the chorus delves into a bit of funk. Both of which adds a level of intrigue to a guitar melody and set of lyrics that resonate by showcasing the drudgery we all face.
Rock on, Coqui. Rock on.”
“Zion takes us all around the world on his roller coaster. “Lay You Down” is a dance beat missed with with a love story that will have you dancing to the whole song”
“This is sure a night out on the town in pop and rock radio. His vocals does stick like bubble gum in my years and even the lifted vocals around the 2 mark fit perfectly.”
“This is an old-school, blues rock number for those with a little rockabilly to their soul. The kind of single that is perfect to grab your baby and hit the dance floor, or to grab a bottle of whiskey, close your eyes and drink without falling too deep into melancholy.”
Rating: 5 out of 5
“In a world where people feel like love is hard work and trying again is difficult D.Renee is one woman who is ready to fight for her love. In a soulful yet simple visual that highlights her beauty and makes us fall in love with her vocals D. Renee powerful lyrics reveal why she doesn’t want her love to leave.”
“With a energetic visual Conor tells the story of how he is not quite over his ex. He finds ways to keep track of her in a creepy yet unique visual.”
“Tender vocals and a soft guitar melody bring out the emotion from lyrics about finding the one. This is the type of love song that will be incorporated into wedding ceremonies, the kind of song that brings couples closer and opens hearts. ”
“At its best, music pulls emotion from deep inside of us and brings it to the surface so we can face our hopes, fears, angers, and other passions in a healthy way while also being entertained. David Win and singer Naomi Wild are able to do this in ‘Stay Alive’ which is the type of single that can mean multiple things, to multiple people. ”
“A brilliant, captivating voice, made even bigger with a production that utilized a nice mix of styles! Truly a style that is hard to pin genre wise and a voice that is unique an nuanced.
This is a big, bold performance with style, emotion, and energy. All of which hooked me early, and never let go.”