Valeree - Masochist [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Vocals that feel raw and vulnerable highlight the impact of the well-written lyrics on this track. But do not dismiss the dark humor of the video which makes its point visually as well. ”
Grayson Ty with Fleuke - One Regret [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“A beautiful folksy song about that one love that slipped away.
’One Regret’ is a song of heartache, but also one of hope because the emotions are so universal and it always gives us hope to know what we are feeling is shared by others. ”
Liquid Spirit - Wild [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“The band offers a nice mix of vocals that cohesively blend to capture a spirit and aura that is as dreamy and enchanting as the call of the ‘Wild’ can sometimes be. There is a subtle Celtic quality to the music and with it comes a nice traditional sound.”
Evie Irie - "The Optimist" [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Packing complex emotions and themes into her writing, Evie Irie’s songwriting is far beyond her actual age. Actually, her songwriting shines for a any age so that comment is unfair to say. Though it is a fact that she is only sixteen, so be aware of this rising star, because the vocals are just as intriguing as the writing.
The video is well down as well and helps bring ‘The Optimist’ to life.”
BETSIE GØLD - House On Fire [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Bringing a perspective not often heard from in popular music, Betsie Gold deliver a heartfelt ballad detailing her pain and angst of being trapping among a party crowd of friends. The lyrics and performance permeates with honest emotion.”
Enjune - Lost in the Woods (feat. Corey Harper) [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“The emotion and passion come through in the vocals which always goes a long way to making a song come alive. The melody is both calm and brooding at the same time. Matter of fact the single as a whole is steeped in frustration, and yet there is an underlying hope on the fringes of the performance. I did find myself hoping for that moment of explosion in pace, passion, or performance and even though it never quite came, I was engaged from start to finish.”
Devon Braxton - Why You So Quiet [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Devon Braxton has answer the question every shy or introverted person gets sick of answering ... ‘Why You So Quiet?’
And Braxton has done it in glorious pop magic. Spot on vocals and an undeniable rhythm bring life to this track that will be stuck in your head for days! ”
Horace Holloway - King Of Diamonds (feat. Fleurie) [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“There is a nice wordplay to the writing, and the vocal performance is a natural for such a song. Landing somewhere in the Americana, Singer/Songwriter spectrum of Folk music, ‘King of Diamonds’ is a track that is easy to fall into. I do wish we had heard more of the female voice that came in at the end.”
Indee Killed the Pop Star x Olivia Knight - Coolest Kid [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Starting out with sweet vocals and a simple melody, ‘Coolest Kid’ turns dark and dangerous and heavy along the way — which is perfect the lyrics and subject matter.
A pop song that delves almost into a punk vibe, before settling into a heart breaker by the end.”
The Como Brothers - I See Something [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Old School smooth. A love song that would be as at home in the 1970s, as it is here in 2019.
Never underestimate the timeless appeal of a simple melody and heartfelt lyrics.”
Bria Lee - Throwing Darts [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Dark, alluring, and intriguing, ‘Throwing Darts’ is a track that arrives with pinpoint accuracy.
Powerful imagery to the songwriting and an engaging beat are perfect vessels for Bria Lee to showcase her talented vocals. ”
Tuarrah - Rhinebeck [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“This track feels strangely intimate which is odd given it was written after a voyeuristic moment from afar.
The vocals are haunting and beautiful and the writing itself suburb as it touches on emotions we all feel and display — even we we do not realize we are projecting certain elements of ourselves.”
Sophie Gray - Bye Bye [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Given the genre of ‘Bye Bye,’ and the fact Sophie Gray is a burgeoning 15 yo pop starlet, there will no doubt be comparisons to Taylor Swift. However, that line is a tough one for me to draw.
Gray brings a heaver, songwriter vibe to this commercial mix and that somehow layers in an additional bit of emotion that transcends beyond youthful energy, to wise, world observer.”
Hello Ocean - Over You [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Letting go is tough to do, and sometimes it hurts more to see the other person let go too fast. This track takes those emotions and distills them down to a heartfelt Indie ode to that pain and frustration. The vocals are laced with heartache and the simply melody works well in tandem. ”
Trinity Rose - Coughing Up Flowers [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Intricate and emotional writing are the hallmark of this song, but that is not to downplay the performance ... which is perfect in the delivery of such a single.
Trinity Rose might be “Coughing Up Flowers’ in the name of love, but her immersive singer/songwriter style has certainly created a delectable bouquet this time around.”
BEN JAMES - Let The Music Play [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“This is the kind of musical anthem that has something to say to all of us. Despite our dreams,. hopes and intentions, none of us can guess for certain where we are headed, so we might as well “Let The Music Play’ and let life unfold.”
Trynket - Picture (In My Brain) [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Delivered with an intricate vocal performance that varied throughout, ‘Picture’ captivated me from the first verse to the end. The emotion is real, brought forward by a performance that is engaging and genuine.”
Avi Snow & Ben Cina - Sideways [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“An interesting timber to the vocals catches your attention right away. Lyrically the writing is strong and the melody fits well with the performance. The backing chant is a bit overdone in much of the music that toes that Indie Rock/Americana/Folk vibe and here too, it did feel a bit extraneous , but overall ‘Sideways’ moves forward in a positive manner.”
Heather Mae - I'm Still Here [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Life is a grind that beats us all down at times. ‘I’m Still Here’ takes that fact and the emotions we face during that struggle and distills them into a beautifully delivered song that reminds us of our successes in the face of the every day strife. ”
Kristopher James - "Didn't Mean To Fall in Love" [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Smooth and soulful, this song moves seductively between Americana and a nice Retro Soul vibe. The edges of James’ voice pull at the emotional reluctance of falling in love and the melody brings the nuances out into a nice calm ride that is perfect for reflective thought.”