Nea - Some Say [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“The yearning is palpable in this song of longing for the relationship of your dreams. Nea’s voice is tender and fragile and you can feel the heartache and hope all the while fearing it will never happen.”
Nilly - Badder Than Bad - Feat. Maxo Kream [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“What’s ‘Better than Bad’ .... this offering from Nilly, featuring Maxo Kream for one. Catch a bounce and ride this flow that honers all the bad ass women out there.”
Elina - Free [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“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.”
Mia Mormino - PLH [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“A bold declaration of independence delivered with pop glory, ‘PLH’ keeps it fresh with a variety of sounds and delivery styles. Along with a solid message, this is one you can hit the dance floor to and let loose to the groove.”
Spiffie Da SlumBaby - Flex On My Ex [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Spiffie Da SlumBaby delivers a new definition of flexin on your ex; he gathers with all his friends and family and celebrates. In a dripping wet yet fun visual Spiffie hits every bar on this track with a energetic flow. He’s not only a team player but the one that people hit up when they need favors but don’t get him wrong he still is going to get money regardless if you fuck with him or not.”
Kevin Griffin - Got Off Easy [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“This one is for all of us that have ever reflected on that long ago relationship and realized, we ‘Got Off Easy.’
Smooth rock sound and offering true introspection, this is a single that conjures both nostalgia and relief.”
Jamie Light - Razor Blade [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Jamie Light brings a unique, yet engaging vocal tone to what I will call a soft, pop-like reggae flow.
’Razor Blade’ is an easy single to sit back and listen to while firing up, or sipping that drink. The groove is a smooth ride and the lyrics complex enough to provoke introspection.”
Sawyer - Trapped [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“The lyrics are well-written and the track brings a riveting energy as well as some true passion for what is being said. No easy feat to achieve with a productions this autotune heavy. Kudos for a solid performance, and quality production. ”
Lil OC - PTO (feat. Swatt Orane) [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“A funny, energetic single, with a mix of reggae vibes and a humorous rap flow.
Short and sweet, this one falls into a groove and stays there making it a quick reprieve when life gets too serious.”
Elodie Rêverie - Skeleton Castle [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Elodie Reverie drops a dark and alluring single about heritage and passion for where she came from. Her sultry voice draws us in, adding to the mystery of the past.
This is the kind of track that will lure you to the dance floor, yet is also engaging and reflective enough to warrant play while sitting alone and thinking about the ghosts of your own pasts with a bit of Scotch in hand.
Reflective and entertaining, with elements of pop to give it just a hint of commercial texture in all the right places, ‘Skeleton Castle’ is a single with depth. ”
Panuma, Tokyo Project, EMIAH - Siren [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Mysterious intrigue lyrically, sexy thumping vocals, and dance beat that is hard to deny. ‘Siren’ is auditory spell luring you to the dance floor. ”
Mentum - You The One [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“With a lot of soul, and a dash of pop fusion, Mentum delivers ‘You The One,’ a single that in the old days would be dedicated on radio shows and included on homemade mix tapes for the one you love. Now I suppose it will be added to playlists and played in the shadow of night as lovers collide.
In other words, this is a smooth love song that hits the right notes musically and emotionally.”
Cherokee Death Cats - Do to Me [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“These cats are slinking along that line between true punk, and rock and roll. And These cats do it very well.
Sultry vocals and intriguing lyrics, along with a European vibe, morph together into an evocative single worth your time and ears.”
Khris Moore - Heartless [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“A smooth, soft flow unfurls lyrics that that are coiled tight and linear. This track brings a definite pop vibe while rolling out an emotional truth that rings loud with truth. ”
E.Lizé - The Arrival (feat. Chris Rivers) [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“From the first beat, you know this track is bringing something special to the table. Two separate flows, each speaking their own truth in no nonsense way, deliver what feels like a Hip-Hop sermon.”
ShadowHood - Conquest [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Telling a story without words is no easy task ,and yet, ShadowHood has accomplished exactly that with this piece.
The clarinet drives the narrative, but the downplayed beat is sneaky in the way it lurks behind the scenes pushing and prodding until it needs to burst forth. ”
Annie Nirschel - Smoke Show [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“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.”
Riot Ten & SAYMYNAME - Glocks [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Dark and twisty, the builds are delivered on with razor sharp precision. This track is cocked and loaded with absolutely nothing subtle about ‘Glocks.’ Nor should there be. ”
KLIPR - Running Back [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“Nicely produced, ‘Running Back’ balances captivating vocals, and a perfect beat pairing to bring out the emotion of the lyrics.
KLIPR delivers the goods with this thumping single! ”
Jacqui Fauni - Placeholder [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Stellar songwriting ,and a magnetic, tender voice are the key elements of this track.
The melody takes a backseat to performance here, but that is more an observation than a critique. I was hoping for a moment of energy to bring this one home, though even without that burst, I enjoyed this single a great deal.”