“I don’t always connect with the soft distant production values of Bedroom Pop, but some track simply fit well into such a structure and set of dynamics. Lisa Heller’s ‘Hollow’ is such a song as it dips and soars in the same manner our emotions do and the writing, in conjunction with Heller’s talented delivery, brings that all to life on this disarming single. ”
“Dot. has the kind of vocal tone that simply invites the listener in. Soft and tranquil and rich in tone much like Norah Jones, Dot. takes us an a smooth easy vocal journey through being proud and happy with your work and not succumbing to the outside pressure of bending your art to the needs and wants of others. ”
“Lyrically brilliant, ‘I’m Not Dead Anymore’ comes out blazing with a truly a unique vibe. The band, formerly known as Paper, changed their name to Sitting On Stacy to better stand out given an internet search of Paper turns up far more than info on the band.
This three piece Southern California Ska band has carved a name for themselves regionally and is poised to climb even higher with strong writing and the talent to performs it all live.”
“Can you end a relationship and still be friends? ‘Breakups Ain’t Goodbye’ addresses the emotions when the other person wants a clean break, but you hope to hold on for a while longer even if it is in a different capacity. The vocal delivery is emotive and heartfelt.
The track has a Bedroom singer/songwriter vibe and lands somewhere between Brandi Carlile and Harry Styles on the musical scope. ”
“If Miley Cyrus had been a member of Fleetwood Mac, the band would have created something that sounds a lot like this. Luckily, we don’t need that improbable paring to create Pop ‘Magic’ because Alle The Dreamer gives it to us all on her own.
This track is light and airy, but still delivers a strong dose of emotional substance to grip the listener start to finish.”
“This reminds me of the old glam rock girl groups of the 80s. The constant riff of the lead guitar carries the song while the drums bang out the constant rise of fall of the energy of the song. The guitar solo is both skillful and well timed in the midst of the song’s climax.”
“This song feels like the 80s LA party scene mixed with the breaking vibes of the east coast. The vocalist shows both range and simplicity throughout the entirety of the song. Luna Melero’s “Ultimatum” is definitely a party starter.”
“For some reason I could hear this song in a car and any tech product commercial.
Its very futuristic from the filtering of the voices via the autotune to the playful chords in the background. The lead vocalist rides the pockets of this beat perfectly. ”
“Pop with attitude has dominated lately especially from the talented female artists dominating the charts. To that end, Ceara Cavalieri has joined the fray with ‘Bad Thing,’ a track that is easy to sing along with and chant like a mantra for anyone looking to draw lines in the sand.
Lyrically, I did want a bit more but I could not deny the infectious beat and chorus so being left wanting more here was far from a dealbreaker for me.”
“It is never easy to see the postives after a break up but, ‘Rose Colored Glasses,’ from North Carolina indie-pop band The Collection hopes to change that. The single is the third single released from their new EP, How to Survive an Ending, due out on January 27, 2023. The track has a Folksy Pop vibe and is easy to fall in and connect emotionally. A track of uplifting energy and hope despite the end of the relationship. ”
“Few things in this world are straightforward, but Tea Janee is advocating for one thing to be that way ... And that one thing is sex.
This song is sultry in a Pop kind of way with it directness and teasing tone. Like Britney meshed with Arianna Grande this is a pure Pop lust-filled track with just a bit of Bubblegum to the delivery style. The vocal talent and tone of the track stays light but the intent is purely carnal.”
“With a sound that reminded me of The Rolling Stones meets Coldplay, Bluphoria drops the energetic Alt-Rock track, ‘Set Me Up.’ The lyrical hook is one you will be singing along with after the first chorus and with every subsequent listen you give the track. The vocal energy and emotion shine and instill a sense of attachment that carried me forward for the duration of the track.
Can’t wait to hear more from Bluphoria as the sound and talent to keep building and carve a definite place in the Alt Pop musical landscape.”
“BOWIE unleashes this haunting condemnation of modern societal ideals and the brooding emotive build hooks the listener with power and a bit of condemnation as we all are guilty of the crimes highlighted by this well-written track. The dark undertones of the production are a perfect mate to the expressive vocal style that has some comparison to Florence and the Machine.
This is a track that gives off nuance and emotions in layers so give it more than one listen to truly take a deep dive in this finely crafted song. ”
“I love the line ... All my friends are starting families while I am starting therapy and that encapsulates the meaning of this song very well. An emotive performance about feeling like time and life is passing you by while you are still trying to carve your place out in the world. There are Pop sensibilities but also a deep emotion songwriter vibe that adds an extra punch here.
Kelaska is a talent to keep an eye on and ‘autopilot’ is the kind of timeless track that we will all be listening to for decades to come. ”
“It is so easy to embrace the ‘I’m At A Loss’ attitude in todays’ world. and Alta Falls does a masterful job of capturing the hopeless and/or overwhelming feeling of how to move forward. That alone helps as we listen and understand we are not alone in these feeling, but the track has incredible talent behind it giving it that extra edge.
There are Retro 80’s vibes to the sound and that somehow adds to the dynamics with very contemporary ideas pushing the lyrics, and a nostalgic vibe that lends almost a haunting quality of the past to the mix. ”
“A track for the daydreamer in all of us. Life has a way of slipping by faster than we’d like, and this song takes on that dynamic as well as our own aspirations and dreams of what we wish everyday life was compared to what it is.
A dreamscape Pop vibe permeates with a touch of Lorde and Billie Eilish in the overall vocal sound and style. That said, Alle The Dreamer certainly brings a unique tone and delivery that stands our from those artists as well as the fray.”
“Growing up in a small town, or in the boring, far flung regions of suburbia can be a challenge as a teenager desperate to escae and experience real world excitement. This track is about that desperate need to escape and carries some nostalgia for the years of life when that is the most important problem you face. A Pop Punk heavier on the Punk side gives this track a nice edge and energy and is a track you can song along with alone or with friends. Simply a fun track. ”
“This is a tough track to put a label on. Reggae? Pop Punk? American? There are elements of all three, but no matter what you call the genre, Bedouin Soundclash has given us an infectious track that burrows its way deep down in your soul. “Walk Through Fire” stuck with me through multiple listens and I found myself singing along long after the track had ended. This is one that will continue to impress no matter how many times you listen. A fun, energetic build and easy to join in chorus makes it a clear hit in my eyes. ”
“A big chanting anthem, that feels a bit like a drunken sing-a-long in the best of ways. Mixed Kid Fridays are clearly having fun, and this bold and sparing track embodies that.
The track is truly ‘Something To Shout’ about, and it is futile to resist the energy of this one. A great party song for you and your friends to belt out once you have all properly lubricated your vocal chords.”
“Sometimes people come to you for an apology but you have to stand strong on your decisions. Ekeberg’s single “Not Sorry” is an unapologetic anthem filled with self-love. Its about no longer protecting someone else’s feelings but learning how to express how you feel in order to make yourself happy and free.”