“The struggle is real when you are landlocked and craving to feel those sweet rollicking waves under your board. This track is an ode to the surfing road trip and the melodic groove is a vibe without a doubt.
Add it to your playlist and come along for the ride. Bask in the tasty waves of this track as you ‘Rundown’ to the ocean along with aedie and his crew.”
“This duet is heavy on both emotion and talent. Drew Schueler and Kiki Halliday deliver emotive vocals to this well-written tracks about how we tend to linger far too long in relationship even when there has been irreparable damage to the foundation.
’Ruins’ is the perfect metaphor and this track truly brings out the nuances and layers of the human condition under such transformative times.”
“A smooth R&B/Rap blend for the warm summer days and those sexy poolside parties. Ice Meez and Trill Lee team on this track to deliver a soulful groove that hits as hard lyrically as it slides easily through the ears melodically.
Get out there with a drink in your hand a the sun on your face and ‘Swim,’ but don’t spill that beverage when your gliding to the groove.”
“A soft vulnerable track that hit me like Adele, if she had been a Pop Diva in the 80’s.
Oliver Nelson and Lilla Vargen combine forces to bring this engaging track to your ears. A track that would be perfect for the quiet montage after a break up in a Rom Com, ‘Long Summer Nights’ is an sensitive ride that pulls at the heart strings. ”
“Bad Taste and Farmboy Slim team to deliver this fun, prickly ride. There are retro vibes of the Beastie Boys and a bit of techno Fatboy Slim Funk vibes as well, but the track really has that eccentric feel that is tough to pin down.
The LA brothers created the track after a psychedelic experience in the desert and you can tell in the best ways that it came from a freethinking mindset. A fun track with a twist and sharp pointed poke at every turn. Get ready to move and smile and reflect a bit as well.”
“Written and inspired over Zoom calls amid the pandemic this track is about that instant connection and falling in love fast. Sometimes the spark is too bright to ignore and this track does a great job of capturing that in a diary kind of candid openness that feels natural and true. Just like the way it feels when you know without a doubt how you feel about someone else. ”
“This is the kind of Alt Rock song you don’t hear as much these days, but fans of Alice in Chains and Soundgarden will find it easy to dial in and connect with the track. All will others because the single offers a timeless set of vocals that is lacking in today’s charts. Talented and emotive, this build holds the listener tight and keeps them leaning in. The melody and musicianship are every bit as strong.
The hard edges make this one easy to love. ”
“An intriguing song on the vocal talent and arrangement alone, but that is not all Neville and her single, ‘VINCENT VAN GOGH’ offers. The writing is sharp, and makes it’s point by highlighting the unnecessary and stupid challenges that women face in society.
This is a Pop track with some Electro vibes to it. A track you can move to or reflect on, and either way it offers nice attitude and a bit of verve that makes it truly come alive.”
“Dre come sin with passion and grit and the beat production adds to the vibe with perfection. There is a bit of old school intensity tot he flow though the construction and vibe is pure contemporary. ‘B-Sides’ is a free flowing track with nuance and confidence pushing the vocals. Lyrically it is the kind of track that keeps giving with each listen so add it to your playlists and dig in truly feeling the talented writing and performance. . ”
“‘When you fall for someone you choose the good days along with the bad days. You invite all their crazy and amazing parts alike. With that, you give all the love you got in return. That’s what ‘Give You Love’ is all about. It’s accepting the people you love for all they are and loving them for it!’ – FOREST BLAKK
Sometimes as a reviewer it is best to get out of the way and let the artist tell you what the track is about. That said, this track is one that is intricately written and the emotion comes out even more with each and every listen. A song that paints a picture along with am emotional portrait of a love and relationship. ”
“Online dating can be an ugly mess but ‘Orange’ is all about a Tinder date going right. The writing and emotion shine making you feel as if you are right there feeling that spark of instant chemistry and Estella Dan’s vocals are the perfect vessel to let you sail away on these rare waters.
Magic can and does till happen for those patient and brave enough to wait it out. Both in the dating world, and in discovering new music. This song offers hope for both. ”
“A soulful track with Pop sensibilities that has hints of Amy Winehouse and a stronger connection to Elle King or ZZ Ward, ‘Happy For You’ is a tongue in cheek track about wishing the best for an ex. The musical equivalent of the South’s Bless Your Heart when someone does or says something stupid the track is biting in a wry way, and the video is a fun watch with the vintage clips setting up the emotion of the track quite well. ”
“I have been a fan of Freedom Fry for a while now, and ‘Strange For Love’ is one of those tracks that instantly feels like you’ve heard before, not because it is redundant or cliché, but because it feels timeless and genuine in its emotion. The melody has a Funky Folk vibe with a hint of the Blues, and the vocal arrangement brings in so many influences. From a chain gang work song feel, to more of a Pop vibe deeper in.
The varying sounds mesh and transition so well that you don’t quite realize how different the song feels start to finish upon the first listen. Definitely a track going on several of my saved playlists.”
“If from the bottom to the top was a song it would be this one. Ducce “Pop Now” is a motivational track walking you through accomplishments and how people tend to change over time. The positive thing of reaching elevation is being able to pass all those fake people off to your assistant.”
“Julian Scott’s “Far Away Again” featuring James Campbell has a nice melody to it. The lyrical video talks about the journey of discovery. Discovering what you want and need and returning to it. As a Composer, Songwriter & Guitarist from NRW, Germany, Julian fuses just the right melodies together to create a musical piece like “Far Away Again””
“The beat and vocal tone is strong and powerful. River’s “Happy For You” is about accepting change and realizing it’s ok to let go. When you let go you have to realize it isn’t you but the beginning of YOUR happiness. The grass isn’t always greener on the other side and when people realize it they want to come back but can’t.”
“People value loyalty and often times it is hard to trust when people switch up “How Could You” is a powerful song about being betrayed by a close friend. The beat mixed with the energy and lyrics on the verses make for a perfect mix. There is also a backstory being told in the music video as well. You can truly relate to the story as well as feel the emotions Ridge gives in his delivery.”
“I like the true and rawness of the song. EBF 2X takes us to his comfort area in his new single X Angel. He walks us down his lyrical path of life and dealing with people. The experience of stress and finding out about his grandma’s death through a letter. The hook is strong, the track is emotional, and will have you really feeling it.”
“Bazzi asks the question, ‘Will It Ever Feel The Same,’ on this track about trying to move on from a shattered relationship and broken heart. Starting off with a raspy, yet tender and vulnerable delivery the track takes on more of an edge halfway through and much like our minds it feels like a roller coaster as he deals with the inner turmoil and second guessing.
A track with nuance and heart that you can listen to over and over again while digesting the complex thought process of moving on.”
“Sydney The Singer is direct in “Easy Way Out”. She breaks down the meaning of actions speak louder than words when it comes to addressing the lies people tell. Some people will tell you what you want to hear but their actions always reveal the truth. The song is full of unbothered emotions because there is no time for games. ”