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7.8
New Music Critique: Sam Levin
Right away we hear potential in this young artist, whose quirky point of view, semi-detached delivery and skilled musicianship combine to make an impression on ... -
8
New Music Critique: Hadlock
Singer-guitarist-songwriter Kris Hadlock fronts his namesake band with pure confidence that’s steeped in the kind of classic ‘80s-influenced arena rock that never grows old and ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Estados Alterados
Colombia’s Estados Alterados mount a dark, propulsive, synth-laden attack fronted by a singer whose voice is deep, masculine and sexy. Each song follows a consistent ... -
8.4
New Music Critique: Yvonne Perea
Singer-songwriter Yvonne Perea brings a likeable, consistently inspiring vibe on these recordings, where she is skillfully supported by superior players (extraordinary lead guitar licks), not ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Ki Storii
Bronx-based Ki Storii has no problem putting forth a confident flow. In fact, from the sound of her engrossing shout-flow attack, she’s a woman you ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Sojourner
A four-piece rock band fronted by singer/guitarist Christian Brown, Sojourner are a supertight unit (great drumming) whose sound, while not all that original, is thoroughly ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: ÁBI
Boston-based ÁBI (Abigail) has a strong, confident, attention-grabbing voice and it is presented here by production that can almost be called hi-def, it’s so sharp. The bouncy, ... -
8.8
New Music Critique: Creature Canyon
There’s something happening here and we know exactly what it is––an indie rock trio that delivers on cut after cut in every department. It’s a ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: me&you
With Connor’s mellow leads and Karlee’s high harmonies, bro/sis duo me&you take us along on their rustic, feel-good road trip, effectively delivering songs that convey their “don’t worry, be ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Cold Weather Company
Here’s an immediately engaging trio, not just due to the galloping tom-tom beats in the acoustic-guitar flavored “Reclamation” or the hooky piano riff in “Clover.” No, what’s compelling about ...
