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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 ... -
7
New Music Critique: Tango With Lions
Based in Greece, multi-instrumentalist Katerina Papachristou and her band have carved out a spare, moody comfort zone that is intriguing––to an extent. The mysterious “Proof ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Righteous Reg
San Jose, CA’s Righteous Reg has no interest in mainstream b.s. As he says in the catchy “K.I.M.”: “I can’t stand some fake shit!” So ... -
7.3
New Music Critique: John Humphrey Coconut
John Humphrey Coconut and his funk bunch have fashioned a congestive, almost abrasive brand of funk that threatens to devolve into chaos at times but ... -
New Music Critique: Justin Allen & the Well Shots
From its persistent mandolin to its occasional southern-fried slide-guitar licks, Justin Allen is downhome authentic, right down to his hillbilly vocal tone, which keeps this ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Kira Alexi
Our thumbs are definitely way up for Kira Alexi’s overall talent, songwriting skills and singing voice. It’s unfortunate, then, that her recordings’ production quality is ... -
8
New Music Critique: Kali Késo
We hear a complex of elements in Kali Késo’s music that makes us want to hear and know more. Augmented by cool percussive effects bathed ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Kate Steinway
Kate Steinway’s ukulele-fueled recordings showcase an artist whose voice has a level of purity that is the perfect fit for her folk-influenced material. “Hurricane” shows ... -
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 ...
