As a music-nerd I need to preface this review by saying that “Seven Eight” by Deanna Devore is actually in ⅞ time. The reason I mention this, is that while other songs might hide their most unique element, Deanna Devore puts this front & center and it makes all the difference. This is a song […]
KORDELYA explores her Latin roots with her new song “Loca”. This is the first Spanish song from KORDELYA (formerly Cordelia and the Buffalo) and highlight her strengths as a bilingual songwriter and producer. The sparse production elements hold the song together and have a distinct tribal sound (that she calls “Tribal Pop Electronic”) which evokes […]
“Fired Up” by Betablock3r is grooving snyth-pop perfection. Starting with an enticing synth lead, sparse percussion, a constant guitar riff, and soft vocals, this song immediately puts you in the right headspace for a smooth ride. This is synth-pop done right in every way. From the songwriting to the production, every element works together tightly. […]
“Constellate” by Fleurie is a gentle track that somehow feels familiar. Fluerie’s voice is wispy and absolutely perfect for the space the track creates. There are elements of brighter and older electro-pop (like The Postal Service and Owl City), but there’s something fresh about how all of these elements come together around Fluerie’s vocals. Every […]
Where did Bugle Bot come from?! This track is one of the hottest instrumentals I’ve heard in a while & it’s from an almost unknown trumpet player from Denver/Boston. This track is an explosive jam that immediately hits with swelling synths and a fanfare of trumpet lines before dropping into the main groove. And this […]
“Phone Keys Wallet” by Lillian Frances is a unique and playful track off her new EP “Timeism”. The sound design of the percussion is frantic and unlike anything I’ve heard in a while. The production is details and layered with something new entering and exiting focus from moment to moment. Lillian’s voice is special; light, […]
“Baby” by Basement Revolver keeps you hooked the moment the vocalist sings her first line. The production is reminiscent of 2000’s-folk-rock (like Band of Horses), but the airy/reverberated female vocals adds a whole new texture to a style I thought I already knew. This song is powerful and brilliant in a way that feels like […]
Peter Fenn is back with his grooving slow jam “Most Days”. This song is so damn smooth, with minimal production that highlights incredibly funky bass lines and piano riffs that feel like ad-libs. Peter’s vocals are killer; direct and gentle at times before transforming into a warm wall of vocal layers. I can imagine this […]