-
7.2
New Music Critique: Highland Kites
Artful rock trio Highland Kites are not about crafting tunes for the mainstream. Singer-songwriter Marissa Lamar sets the tone, showing herself to be a soul-baring ... -
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: Yung Pe$o
Yung Pe$o’s got a southern “mumble rap” vibe not unlike Hotlanta artists such as Migos and 21 Savage. That comparison aside, Pe$o got us hooked ... -
8
New Music Critique: Souleye
Rap artist Souleye demonstrates a consistent ability to craft a catchy, upbeat, inspirational hook and drive it home. His “Hip-Hop Medicine” is a case in ... -
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: Harmful if Swallowed
Rock trio Harmful If Swallowed delivers with an intense, clockwork precision that highlights each band member. Drums are spot-on at all times and singer Greg ... -
8.3
New Music Critique: Joel Jasper/Apollo
These compositions from artist Joel Jasper (who goes by the handle Apollo) showcases electronic themes whose vocals are simply part of each tune’s fabric. The ... -
6.8
New Music Critique: Honeybender
Good thing Honeybender are seeking live opportunities. Their recordings demonstrate a solid ability to play––they’d be a blast to see live. The recordings also, unfortunately, demonstrate ... -
7
New Music Critique: TRISTN
Sub-standard production quality handicaps NY-based artist TRISTN, whose effervescent brand of pop-rock (reminiscent of Radio Disney fare) is undermined by poor sound mixing that consistently ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Autumn Sky Wolfe
Singer Autumn Sky Wolfe’s purity of voice is on full display in these crafty, well-produced songs. She imbues “Just You” with a homespun, country flavor, ...
