Neon Diffraction – Iron River
Neon Diffraction showed up out of nowhere for me with “Iron River” and I’m happy it did. I had this on while scrolling late at night and I ended up restarting it before it even finished. The vocal hit first.…
Category: Jazz – Blues – Soul
Zióna – Maré-LaveauxFLOW
I discovered this new single “FLOW | ZIONYX – THE ERA” late at night with the lights off. I wanted to see what it does without distractions. A few seconds later, I was hooked. Zióna Maré-Laveaux is doing something different…
The Gold Tips – Hope and Recreation
I was supposed to write about this album “Hope and Recreation” back in March, but every time I sat down to do it, nothing came out. Not because I didn’t like it, kind of the opposite. I’d hit play just…
INDOLORE – Terry
French artist INDOLORE just landed on my radar a few days ago and I’ve been listening to his new single “Terry” the whole night yesterday. It keeps landing a little differently each time I hit play. It’s a slow song…
Jonivan Jones – Take my heart (to its grave)
I just discovered this talented artist Jonivan Jones and his new single “Take my heart (to its grave)”. I’ve gone back to this song a few times and it still sits with me in a great way. Jonivan doesn’t rush…
Judith Owen – That’s Why I Love My Baby
This one caught me off guard in a quiet way. It’s one of the best songs I’ve heard this week. Judith Owen just landed on my radar with her new single “That’s Why I Love My Baby”. She keeps everything…
TJ Howlett – Easy Street
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…
Peningo Riders – Love Ain’t Everything
I discovered this new single “Love Ain’t Everything” by Peningo Riders late in the evening, just letting it play through my speakers while I was scrolling through a few new releases. I really liked this band’s sound. The first thing…
Eoin Shannon – Every Drunk’s Gotta Story
Last night I put on Eoin Shannon’s new album “Every Drunk’s Gotta Story” while sitting in the living room with the lights low. I planned to check a few songs and call it a night. That didn’t happen. The album…
Clay Brown & the Trouble Round Town – Satisfy Your Mind
You know that moment when you click on a song from a band you’ve never heard before, not really expecting much… and then a few seconds later you realize you’re actually paying attention? That’s pretty much how I met “Satisfy…
BLUES CORNER – All that we are
BLUES CORNER just released their new album “All that we are” and I’ve been listening to it on repeat for the past few days. There’s something in the way Phil Roman and Seb Oroval play together that just clicks. It’s…
Ivelisse del Carmen – Illusion
When “Illusion” started playing, I was actually halfway through answering emails. Lights low and window cracked open just enough to let the cool air in. I stopped. Not in a dramatic way. I just leaned back in my chair and…
Sarah Mcguinness – Don’t Let Our Love Go
Sarah McGuinness just landed on my radar with her new single “Don’t Let Our Love Go”. My plan was just to check it out, and I ended up replaying it three times before I even noticed the time. The first…
Joe Steels – A Blue Patch
A Blue Patch de Joe Steels I just found Joe Steels last week and I’m kind of glad I came in with no expectations. I put on his latest album “A Blue Patch” late at night and just wanted something…
Charles Owens Trio – 10 Years – Anniversary Editon
I put on this album “10 Years – Anniversary Edition” by Charles Owens Trio on a random evening. not really planning to write about it right away. I just wanted something instrumental while I cleaned up my desk. I ended…
Andy Smythe – Life of a Man
I put on “Life of a Man” by Andy Smythe with a cup of coffee beside me, not really knowing what to expect and by the second verse I was already nodding along. There’s a bluesy thread running through the…
GIANFRANCO GFN – GIOMANÈ
I spent some time with GIOMANÈ and it once again reminded me why GIANFRANCO GFN keeps my attention. His style sits between groove-driven music, soul touches and a jazz mindset, but it never feels busy. The album flows in a…
Fons & the Chargers – The Last Little Christmas Tree
Fons & the Chargers bring a warm and thoughtful feeling to the season with their new single “The Last Little Christmas Tree”. This song is carefully made with a clear idea and a strong sense of care behind every part…
Judith Owen – Judith Owen Swings Christmas
Mixing pop, jazz and holiday music isn’t easy, but Judith makes it smooth and effortless on her new collection “Judith Owen Swings Christmas”. This 14-track album is like spending time with someone who truly loves these songs and knows how…
The Savage Hearts – This Time Tomorrow
I just discovered this amazing band The Savage Hearts and their new single “This Time Tomorrow” is the first track I’ve heard from them. I’m honestly glad I pressed play. The song hits with a strong rush of rock energy…