du0 - Way Back Down [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“The vocals are alluring and grab you immediately. The production of the beat and melody is in lock step with the emotion of the lyrics creating a totally immersive listening experience. ”
Elly J Devon - Phoenix [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“A strong debut from Elly J Devon. I thought I knew where the vocals were taking me, but I was wrong and pleasantly surprised to be so. A soulful ode to staying strong in the face of a deteriorating relationship.”
MONTE.XTO - Runaway [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“There is that moment in most relationships where you fear the feelings of attraction and personal attachment. The need of another person is a scary thing and if the person you need sees you in a bad light there is little to do to stop them from being a ‘Runaway.’ This track captures all of this in a smooth, Contemporary R&B style.”
Mykel Hawk - Elephant [Review]
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5
“The beat hits first and sets up the ridiculous flow that follows. Lyrically this one stomps across the yard like a thousand pound’Elephant.’ Attitude and righteous confidence are the trumpets that mark this sound. ”
Ariane - Sweatshirt [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“This track felt dangerous from the first beat, and Ariane’s vocals only add to that foreboding, yet alluring sense. The video tells the story quite well as the song unfolds. Lyrically I did get caught up in the repeated phrase ‘polyester blend,’ but beyond that the lyrics and story here is so palpable I was totally immersed.”
Omar Kadir - Red Cup [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“A haunting reminder we can’t have it all, this track is delivered in a soulful flow that falls somewhere between R&B and Hip-hop.
Sometimes you have to leave something or someone behind to chase a dream, but such sacrifice does not come without emotional turmoil and you can feel that in every line. ”
Chris Ayer - Selfish [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Perfectly capturing the singer/songwriter sound, Chris Ayer delivers ‘Selfish,’ an ode to self realization and longing for a different way.
The song feels real and true in its earnest revelation that we tend to be our own worse enemies at times. ”
Judah Holiday - All That I Got Tonight [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“This track starts with heartfelt set of emotional lyrics, before transforming into a pop-infused and energetic feel good number.
That early emotion is threaded throughout, but the overall vibe is positive and full of hope. The video adds an element of fun with its entertaining ideas.”
Chaser Eight - The Bell Jar [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“Pure rock and Roll vocals in the spirit of Joan Jett, with a modern Alternative edge. Lyrics that Sylvia Plath would be proud of.”
Oscar Thorburn - 6422 [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“6 Days 4 Hours 22 minutes is delivered over a guitar melody with a peaceful yet talented vocals from Oscar Thorburn. ”
ZOË - Amour Fou [Music Video Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“Soft and sexy, Austrian beauty ZOË captivates with an alluring vocal style. The track has a retro European vibe and the video is reminiscent of a perfume ad. Lyricailly the track could have done more, but still I could not look away or stop listening to her voice.”
JES - We Belong To The Night [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“The vocals of JES are soft and alluring and carry a perfect commercial tone on this EDM track about finding your like-minded mate to go out and howl at the moon with.
’We Belong To The Night’ comes with an entertaining video that does a great job adding to the emotions of the song.”
Hirsch - Angels Will [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“Striking a balance between the classic emo sound of the late 80’s, and a modern rock edge, Hirsch delivers ‘Angels Will,’ a track that settles in your bones.
Vocally the single pulls you in immediately, but this is a track that takes a few listens to truly connect lyrically.”
almost monday - Broken People [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“For the first time I am happy to announce ... it is almost monday!
Because, despite the band being named for what is usually a dreadful feeling, this track is a welcome arrival.
Building from an early pop vibe, ‘Broken People’ runs the gamut from commercial, to funk, from disco to rock. The video brings a fun energy and the track is one that will make you smile and sing along.”
Yalee - Momma Sorrows [Music Video Review]
Rating: 5 out of 5
“This tracks lands right on the feels for anyone with a Momma ... which means it should speak to every last person.
Delivering truth, while putting humanity into the senseless, the vocal flow is pure and real. The backing, sang by Yalee’s own mother, is emotional and heartrending.”
Felin - Money Honey [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Pinpointing exactly what I love about this track is tough. There is an undeniable energy to the performance, and the video is wryly funny.The overall sound here us Euro Punk in nature and the overall project of song/video carries the same European flavor throughout. Well worth a watch and a listen.”
Hanlei x LEXA x DMENIS - Fade [Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Maintaining a grind is not easy when you get inside your head and allow the negative thoughts to seep in, but overcoming the feelings that hit us all is important. This track is the soundtrack for such perseverance. Delivered with multiple voices in a variety of flows the track is as entertaining as it is uplifting.”
J. Ferb - Bullseye [Review]
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
“J. Ferb has overcome adversity and hardships to create his upcoming debut album. ‘Bullseye’ is the first track off that album, and if it is any indication of what we can expect out of this rising talent, then Memphis has gave birth to you another music star. Tight lyrics and a passionate flow hit the mark on this track.”
Nakfa - Sera [Review]
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
“Dropping a smooth and classic sound, Nakfa bends genres with this Hip-Hop old school 90s R&B vibe.
’Sera’ is a track that took me a bit to connect to lyrically, but from the start I felt the groove behind this single.”
Rudeboy Tha Shottah - Can I Breath [Music Video Review]
Rating: 4 out of 5
“Lyrical truth is a powerful thing and this track rings true not only in content, but also in the delivery.
Rudeboy Tha Shottah makes me feel his emotions with an honest straightforward delivery that is the musical equivalent of unflinchingly staring someone in the eye while they speak from the heart. ”