I put this on late at night without thinking much and it kind of stopped me in place. I just discovered this masterpiece “What We Lost II” by Hanan Townshend and it doesn’t rush into anything. It starts with these…
The first thing that grabbed my attention on TJ Howlett’s new EP was the guitar. I liked how it moves through the songs. On the title track “Easy Street” the guitar lines slip in between the verses. Like another voice…
DownTown Mystic, the project led by writer and producer Robert Allen opens this year with “Hard Enough (Remix)” a release that leans into the roots of classic rock and rock and roll while still sounding fresh for today’s playlists. The…
Live Oak Sunburst’s new single “Lurleen” is like the kind of song you put on when the day is winding down and the noise finally fades. I first heard it around 6PM and it instantly felt right for that moment.…
Martin Lloyd Howard’s new masterpiece “Selene” is one of those quiet pieces that feels right for the moment you press play. It’s built around solo acoustic guitar and it moves at its own calm pace. The track is peaceful and…
Tom Minor’s new single “Change It!” is a track that immediately grabs your attention. The song has a strong hook that sticks with you long after it ends. The lyrics are powerful and explore the desire to break out of…
Listening to “BRUTE FORCE” by Bad Boy Butch Batson is like opening a door back to the kind of rock records I used to play loud years ago. There’s something familiar here, but it doesn’t feel stuck in the past.…
Ryan Hawley is an artist I’ll remember. I just discovered his new single “In Another Life”. It carries a heavy feeling that settles in slowly and stays with you. The song is built around piano and that choice feels right.…
Some tracks feel less like background music and more like a place you step into for a few minutes. “Hellforged” by The Infernal Legion Ensemble works in that way. It pulls you into a dark world built entirely on sound…
Ruud Voesten just landed on my radar with his new album “Ambrosia II” and honestly, it’s like stepping into a quiet world shaped by musicians who really listen to one another. The album is fully instrumental, but it never feels…
Doctor Noize drops his new single “1-2-3-4-5-6-7 A Song” a bright and lively single that feels built to make kids smile (and honestly, me too) while also giving them a simple look into how a song comes together. It’s playful,…
I have just discovered Matthew Peter Gough’s new single, “Buttercup Field” and it feels like a deep breath in the middle of a busy day. Inspired by the calm beauty of nature, this piece invites listeners to pause and drift…
Liverpool-based band RISE return with their new single “Lost for Words” a song that bursts with energy and confidence from the first few seconds. The band’s signature mix of guitars and synths takes center stage here, building a sound that’s…
Good evening! Jon DeRosa the musician behind Aarktica is a name we should remember. His new album “Ecstatic Lightsongs” feels like stepping into a dream you don’t want to wake up from. The sound is deep and layered with guitars…
I just discovered Max Greenwood, and I’m so glad I did. His new cover album “Modern Standards” is one of those records that quietly pulls you in and doesn’t let go. It’s just him and the piano, it feels full,…
Divergent’s new single “Runnin’ Free” carries the kind of energy that instantly grabs your attention and refuses to let go. The track blends classic rock spirit with a fresh edge creating a sound that feels timeless and alive. From the…
Tom Minor’s new single “Next Stop Brixton” captures the rush of an indie rock anthem while telling a story rooted in memory and grit. The song follows the idea of returning to familiar streets with a mix of nostalgia and…
The Easter Parade’s new EP “Raindrops on the Lens” feels like stepping into a quiet old film, where every scene lingers a little longer than you expect. The songs carry a warm and cinematic glow with piano and strings weaving…
This track is full of surprises and I mean that in the best way possible. Vicious Clay’s new single “mine all mine” is a blast of energy that doesn’t waste a second pulling you in. The guitar work is front…
If you’re looking for a song to add to your playlist, look no further. Irian Darkwood’s new single “Ride Or Die Kinda Girl” hits with that classic rock punch that never goes out of style. The guitars and bass feel…