“The strong clapping in the first few seconds will have you clapping and stomping along. Lyric Noel is vocally strong and determined to get her point across in “Look Alive”. The track is about rebirthing yourself and being more powerful than what tried to tear you down. The guitar strings motivate her vocally and assists with her take over in getting what is hers. ”
“The holidays bring a certain sound and style musically that automatically puts us in the spirit. Rehya Stevens gives us an original Christmas track that still manages to hit these festive notes and tones.
With a hint of a 50’s vibe ‘Santa, Won’t You Hurry’ has a nice balance of nostalgia and contemporary energy to bring it all to life. This is a track you will be playing for years to come.”
“Spoon and Forkestra captures the disorienting world of disassociation both in the structure and performance of the song, as well as the imagery of the video. The emotive vocals style conveys the disarray of emotion and expectation quite well and the writing is spot on perfection. ‘Blink Twice’ is the kind of track that resonates more with every listen making it a must add to your more reflective playlists.”
“Holiday music often relies on cliché and overused refrains about the holidays, but Christina Jewell manages to avoid both while capturing the magical sensation that snow brings especially when we are kids waiting to avid school and head out into the sparkling wonderland. This track is soft and alluring and yes sensual but also has that wonderment that only ‘Snow’ can bring.”
“Some may think that nature works against us when in fact nature is our best friend. Artist Maya Isacowitz’s new single “Nature Is My Hood” relaxes your mind and shows you how the most profound peace is found with nature. From water to trees to the birds you aren’t alone when you connect with the roots of nature.”
“We stay ready for new best friend anthems. Coi Leray releases yet another viral Tik Tok song people can vibe to featuring DaBaby. She talks about how it will only be you and your right hand. Some people will switch up but in the end its always just you and your Twinnem.”
“Felly The Voice is crazy in love for “Crazy Girls”. His new single is about his girl nagging and being all in his business. However, instead of ignoring her he loves her more. Where ever he is in the video she is right around the corner in his face but he wouldn’t trade her for nothing. He is whipped just as much as she is. The song can sound a bit funny but it makes sense”
“You ever sat in your thoughts and thought about running away? Rich Delinquent reflects on turning sad moments into happiness in new single “Sadboi”. Walking through what most would see as a prison of depression it shows that Rich tackles and over powers it all. ”
“Every family has experienced struggle. However, you have to stay grounded. Tec’s new single “Web The World” is turning street music into poetry. No OG wants any young person before them to go down the same journey. However, life is like a web of entrapment but you have to remember there is always a way for change.”
“Repping Nor Cal, Ice Meez delivers his flow over an upbeat tempo that hooks and holds the listener. ‘Mogul’ is about taking the talent you possess, and the drive pushing you and using both to propel yourself beyond what is expected from the merely talented to legendary.
The flow brings energy and verve and the beat is one that will keep your head bobbing and your body moving. A no frills, no nonsense track that hits home with precision.”
“To steal a few words from from Game Of Thrones ... the dating world is dark and full of dangers.
Okay, so the original line was the night is dark and full of terrors, but we all know most dating is done at night and no matter the time it is certainly fraught with trouble. Anja Kotar knows this and sings about the odd struggle in a fun and expressive way on ‘Fun For You.’ Both the song and video are pure Pop energy that entertains all the way through.”
“Bianca Jade delivers her vocals in silky smooth confidence and while not many people ever get everything they want, Jade’s talent and delivery makes it easy to believe she will indeed get there because she truly is giving it “Everything I Got.’
The groove and build here are as mesmerizing as her vocal talent and this track is one that will make you feel empowered as well. ”
“A song detailing the power of places and the strength of our emotional memories, ‘Summerlin’ is about the hometown of an ex boyfriend and how going to the place he came from rekindled the emotional duress of a tough breakup.
In delivering the song, talker offers an emotive vulnerability that resonates and keeps the listener engaged in the lyrical build. A track with heart and emotion and genuine honesty in its songwriting and delivery.”
“Offering a deeply personal take on the world, TweezDaSwaggyGodtakes us on a steady ‘Trip’ that hooks and engages start to finish. The flow is deliberate and impactful in its honest portrayal of his past and intended future. The delivery here has heart and the writing is genuine in its emotion and intent. The beat gets out of the way for the most part, but offers enough punch to help bring out the lyrical blows.”
“Lil Migo has a hard appeal. He vocally reminds me of Young Dolph to where the beat drops and there’s no hesitation in the flow. He digs deep into the ways of life and in his world its always go time. He switches it up to a more personal direction when he stops rapping and starts talking but he still keeps the vibe going. ”
“What I Said” lights up your speakers with an upbeat yet smooth tempo. Dj Five Venoms and Elijah The Boy goes straight into it. If you never experienced a night out with the crew this pretty much sums it up. It leaves you wanting more.”
“This track won me over with clever writing and the power of an apt metaphor. Of course the vocal talent also shines, emoting the feelings behind those well-written lyrics.
Musically this one could have delivered more punch or a unique spin, but the other elements are so strong I stayed intrigued and on the hook for the duration. The video adds a bit of humor and fun. ”
“Ronnie Rage has the talent to pull off a soulful delivery that is both vulnerable and defiant at the same time. Conveying complex emotions is tough, even if you tackle one, but ‘MazeRunner’ is the rare track that brings a varied nuance that comes through in every listen in a slightly different way. The flow is clean and pure and borders on an RB type groove at times, but still instills a modern Hip-Hop vibe that makes Rage stand out from the crowd. ”
“Hard to say what I enjoyed more ... the emotive talented vocal performance, or the strong writing that constantly surprised me by spinning the direction I thought the next line was headed.
Kat Penkin offers up this smooth Electro Pop groove that gathers you in you with its rhythm as well as its message. A fun listen more than worthy of inclusion on your playlists.”
“We’ve all been deceived and fooled by another person, and that treachery is even worse when you fall for that person in a romantic way. ella jane’s track is a tongue in cheek Pop ode to revenge on such people. The lyrics are sharp and witty and this song is sort of like Sheryl Crow as Dexter in musical form.
A fun ride with incredible talent to back it up!”