John Calvin Abney takes us on a journey with “Tourist”
There are records that make time seem to stand still and there are records that make listeners lose track of time, only reconnecting with reality…
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Sink into the spirit of Christopher Willits’ new album “Gravity”
The world is full of contrast and opposites –– at least insofar as to how humanity views different forces and perceptions that color daily life. One such vast, complicated,…
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Thanya Iyer explores the resolution of “rest” on new album
The often delayed nature of the music industry, with its heavily planned promotional cycles, typically leads to an album’s songs seeing the light of day long after the…
Reviving a relationship with some self reflection and a lot of Dancing on Tables
When it comes to the appeal of pop music or any of its affiliated sub-genres, the element that quite often affects and determines the ultimate…
Prepare to be pulled in by the “Mesmerism” of Tyshawn Sorey’s new album
In the jazz world, refining one’s musical skills to the point of having confidence with most any repertoire and at a near moment’s notice to…
Build up “Mountains” of inner strength and hope with Jonas Myrin’s new single (Music Video)
Merriam-Webster defines the word “anthem” in the following ways: 1. A song or hymn of praise or gladness a patriotic anthem 2. A usually rousing popular song that…
Future Teens highlight the nuances of human connection on “Same Difference”
The first new material from Boston-based Future Teens since their very well-received EP, Deliberately Alive, which was released in March of 2021, °Same Difference° is a terrific…
Right now is the right time to hear Vesna Duo’s take on The Rite of Spring
A name with roots in Slavic mythology and a goddess of youth and springtime, “Vesna” makes quite the apt name for the musical pairing formed…
City Mouth motion for a new spin on “Sanity for Summer” with spunky guest remix
The speed with which the music industry and all the creativity in it moves, can leave fans in a dizzying haze. Going from one amazing…
Rowan clamours for open communication on “Does It Make You Happy?”
These days, it feels more and more like the aesthetic and, more importantly, the sound of a standard rock band arrangement, has taken a back…
Self-reflection and emotional recovery ring out on Prince Daddy and the Hyena’s self-titled LP
While it’s been less than three years – a relatively short turnaround time in the cycle of band life – since Albany, NY’s Prince Daddy…
Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle know “What It Takes” to inspire a crowd
Even with the arrival of spring, the anticipation of more outdoor affairs, and more live music on the horizon, echoes of the pandemic and all…