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New Music Critique: Martin Mayer
Classically trained Martin Mayer has the chops to bring his bright, bouncy material to life. “Unbreakable” is propelled by rhythmic synths and horns that allow ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Renfree Isaacs
Any winery or brewfest would do well to consider this trio of tight players, all of whom take turns at the mic on songs that ... -
8
New Music Critique: Bioluminescent
Kentucky-based artist Drew Wood is Bioluminescent, and his tracks are quite intriguing, with plenty of catchy hooks and sonic surprises. “Eyes Wide Open,” for example, establishes an engaging, hooky groove ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: SIX & ONE
A potent combination of ingredients comprise SIX&ONE’s musical cocktail, which incorporates pop, EDM and classical styles. Marius provides a sonic foundation for singer Isabel to ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: GOOD WTHR
Catchy, inventive and consistently clever, the Vermont-based duo GOOD WTHR delivers a brand of hip-hop that’ll appeal more to the college listener than to hard-core ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Natalise + the Sunset Run
Blessed with a sweet and youthful voice, Natalise has a quality that will connect with teens and young kids––a perfect fit for the Disney Channel. ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: The Earth & I
We dig the male/female vocal tandem of East Coast prog-metal fivesome The Earth & I. Not only is the screamo singing more than convincing, but ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Léoa
With just her voice and piano, artist Léoa delivers songs that are so timely right now, exploring life’s ugly realities, particularly those which pertain to ... -
8
New Music Critique: George Adrian
Some artists are in no hurry to impress; they’re too busy doing their own thing. And in the case of George Adrian, the listener’s patience ... -
8
New Music Critique: Kevin Fisher
Husky-voiced hophead Kevin Fisher shows an uncommon obsession with suds on three clever and crafty songs. “Beer” is a spirited tune whose chorus (“Beer, that’s ... -
8
New Music Critique: Antiwave
Self-produced Antiwave demonstrates an ability to offer more than one dimension in her work. On the song “Holiday Heart” it’s immediately clear that she’s got ... -
8
New Music Critique: Mayten
Seattle-based Mayten loves retro-vintage computer sounds and he weaves them frequently into the fabric (or techno tapestry, as it were) of his compositions. With musical ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Paradise Kings
To Paradise Kings, the F word means Fun and these dudes bring it in high style. With confident vocals, tasty guitar tones and some rollicking ... -
8
New Music Critique: Natalie Alexander
Singer Natalie Alexander lends her appealing voice to these well-chosen tunes by Nashville pro Hillary Lindsey and co-writers. “Cruel” showcases the pop-country sound, which is ... -
8
New Music Critique: Hurricane Inside
From its guitar-driven wind-up to its pounding delivery, rock duo Hurricane Inside generate a rough-hewn, reverb-drenched brand of blues-rock that leans to the alternative side ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Culture Wars
Austin trio Culture Wars are ahead of their competition: they show a gift for synth-rock hooks and are fronted by a singer whose voice is ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Hedera
We’re unanimous in our praise for NJ- based band Hedera. Not only are they a tight, nimble quintet whose drummer excels at diddling the edges, ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Megan Davies
Urgent, impassioned and whip-smart, singer-songwriter Megan Davies quickly impresses us as a relatable artist with a powerful point of view and a willingness to ask profound, ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Corey Pro
Houston-based artist Corey Pro, from his tracks to his flow, is working at a high level, delivering recordings that (a la Kendrick Lamar) are as ... -
8
New Music Critique: Riot Child
Under the tutelage of veteran A&R rep Jeff Blue, these Scandinavian electro rock-pop hellions have put together a sampling of tunes that benefit from expert, ...
