Noah Bates – Lying Eyes
“Lying Eyes” shows Noah Bates stepping into a sharper, more intentional sound while keeping the…
“Lying Eyes” shows Noah Bates stepping into a sharper, more intentional sound while keeping the emotional honesty that has always defined his writing. The track opens with a steady beat and a warm bed of guitars that feel almost deceptive in their brightness, especially once the lyrics begin to unfold. Bates writes about the quiet…
Twodahh Bugg comes back with a surprising dose of brightness on his new single “Love Chokehold.” After releasing the heartfelt Chapter I: If Love Coulda Saved You, which carried a lot of emotional weight, this track feels like he’s stepping into a new space one that’s lighter, more rhythmic, and openly playful. The song moves…
There’s something defiantly alive about Paint. From its very first chord, Pennan Brae invites the listener into a vibrant revival of rock’s golden age but with enough personal flair and polish to stand firmly in the present. Right off the bat, “It Ain’t Perfect But It’s Free” lays a swaggering, brass-inflected groove that sets the…
There’s a gentle magic in Michellar’s “The Star”, a soft, honest song that settles around you like a quiet evening glow. With understated acoustic instrumentation and delicate strings, the track feels like a fireside conversation: intimate, familiar, and comforting. The production courtesy of long-time collaborator Toby Wilson respects the song’s tender core, giving Michellar’s voice…
Honestly, the first time I played “What’s Up?” I wasn’t expecting much, and then the vibe just kind of pulled me in. The track starts simple nothing fancy but it has that warm little groove that feels like a late-night walk when you’re trying to clear your head. ALPY sounds relaxed, almost too relaxed, but…
With “It’s Christmas Party Time,” Mick J. Clark delivers one of those rare holiday singles that instantly feels like home but also like the start of something joyous. Right from the first snare hit and tinkling sleigh bells, the song pulls you into a room buzzing with laughter, warmth, and seasonal sparkle. The arrangement balances…
“Inside,” the new single by herds, is a quietly gripping track that showcases the band’s deep-rooted craft and emotional honesty. From its first notes, the song invites the listener into a subtle, atmospheric soundscape, where reverb-drenched guitar and carefully layered instrumentation create a sense of introspective tension. There’s a vulnerability that cuts through the haze:…
Highroad No. 28’s new single, “Ache”, marks an impressively mature and powerful return for the Australian alt-rock outfit. From the opening bass pulse and measured drumbeat, the song lays down a subtle but brooding foundation a fitting backdrop for its emotionally charged journey. What stands out is how “Ache” resists the temptation of loud, dramatic…
“Anything,” the new single by JW Paris, comes across as a thrilling and deeply resonant step forward and one that demands attention. From the soaring, spiralling guitars to the driving rhythm section, the track hits with the energetic pulse of late-90s Britpop, but it never feels like a nostalgic throwback. Instead, it captures that vintage…
“Island,” the latest single by Ezra Vancil, delivers a gentle yet powerful reminder that healing often arrives quietly, like soft sunlight after a long storm. From the first notes subtle guitar shimmer, a steady, soothing rhythm the track immediately evokes a sense of calm, as if you’re standing on the edge of a peaceful shore….
The arrival of Pieces Of Me by Robert Leonard is a quietly powerful statement one that spreads open hopes, regrets, memories and resilience across its intimate runtime. From the crisp opening chords of the title track to the last fading note, Leonard invites listeners into the crossroads of his life: small-town roots, long roads traveled,…
JD Hinton’s latest single “Tryin’ To Get It Right” arrives like a friend bearing honest, late-night reflections: unvarnished, softly vulnerable, and deeply human. From the opening piano chords, the song feels intimate, as if Hinton is pulling back a curtain on life’s messy truths, hoping, fumbling, but always pushing forward with hope. The music carries…
With her latest piece of art offering, The Cassy Judy Mixtape, Cassy Judy delivers a bold, sincere, and vibrant statement of self-expression. Across seven tracks she brings together humour, emotional honesty and musical ambition in equal measure. From the opening track, ‘Learn to Love Again’, the mood is one of soft uplift: the gesture of…
In her new piece of art “Carpe Diem”, Chellcy Reitsma steps forward with remarkable clarity and purpose. From the very first track she sets a mood that is bold without being overbearing, reflective without drifting into introspection alone. Her rich, confident vocals carry the emotion of lived experience—one can sense the scars, the triumphs and…
“Pure As Your Protocol” marks a bold moment for The Lunar Keys, and it lands with a compelling mix of sonic polish and heartfelt tension. From the very first beat the track asserts itself — tight, confident and rich with texture. What catches the ear is how the band balances shimmering guitar tones and driving…
Harbor Boulevard” by Blind Man’s Daughter (aka Ashley Wolfe) arrives as a tender, deeply personal single that proves the artist’s capacity for raw honesty. Departing from the genre-bending bravado that marked her prior work, Wolfe opens the door to a more delicate space—one of memory, affection and quietly lingering grief. According to several sources, the…
In her vibrant new single ‘Get Up And Dance’, Stephanie Westdal delivers a refreshing burst of energy that feels both joyful and authentic. The production shines with sparkling pop-polish, driving rhythms and buoyant melodies that invite movement from the very first beat. Westdal’s vocal performance is confident yet warmly inviting, striking the right balance between playful…
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Kete Bowers delivers a quietly powerful statement with ‘Chained’. From the opening gentle acoustic guitar, the single sets a reflective mood that draws the listener in. Bowers’ voice rich, lived-in, and unwavering carries emotional weight, addressing the lingering pull of attachment even when a relationship has run its course. The lyrics speak to…