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7.4
New Music Critiques: Ralphy
There’s plenty of tasty icing atop this cupcake as the high quality of the production elevates material that is fair at best, with lyrics that ... -
7.6
New Music Critiques: Vicke Vyto
Rochester, NY artist Vicke Vyto impresses us with his versatility. He can give you a tense, documentary-style joint like “Happy Hour” with its edgy, slashing, ... -
7.8
New Music Critiques: M the Myth
M the Myth shows a deft production hand that caught our ears, but with a couple rough edges here and there. “Can You Break Boy” ... -
7.8
New Music Critiques: Oceans Orange
South Carolina trio Oceans Orange seems to have all the elements in place––an appealing singer in Adi Nelson, a taut guitar-driven attack and catchy tunes ... -
8.2
New Music Critiques: Kaitee Carney
Kaitee Carney fronts her spirited, expert band with a husky, sassy attitude. “My Forget About You On” (“You pissed me off enough!”) features some whiplash ... -
8.3
New Music Critiques: Tiffany Austin
Tiffany Austin has a great voice, and on a collection of classics she is backed by a band that matches her technical abilities note for ... -
7.4
New Music Critiques: Amber Ryann
Amber Ryann' s work exudes a haunted, subterranean vibe that’s alluring, but it has a tendency to overshadow her vocals and those of her guest ... -
7.6
New Music Critiques: Chris Wills
N.Y.-based Chris Wills has a strummy, hi-touch sound à la the Lumineers and Mumford & Sons. His “Since You Said Goodbye” is arranged with a ... -
7.2
New Music Critiques: Lauren Adams
With a strong, naturally down home quality, Lauren Adams delivers observations and inspirations of everyday life. “It Takes What It Takes” is a good, hooky ... -
7.2
New Music Critiques: Frantic Ginger
Frantic Ginger is led by Nicki Tedesco, whose vocals (solo or blended) generate a radio-friendly resonance. Some of us hear a Gwen Stefani quality at ...
