Established songwriter and distinct artist John Consalvo has written one of the most original and compelling Christmas songs of our time.
Rebecca Cullen
Globally renowned jazz instrumental group Polyphonic Exophilia gear up to launch perhaps their most established and compelling project yet. The opening moments of the new album Deep Diver are quick to set a vibe both musically impressive and satisfying. Deep Diver offers a fast-fingered set of layers from meandering bass to keys to horns an rhythms, and the energy is on point from the moment you hit play.
The highly-anticipated second studio album from a wildly popular Polyphonic Exophilia, the idea for Deep Diver emerged from a nostalgic desire to create the holistic experience of a story. The intention was to craft an album that could be consumed almost like a book, and so, the story at its core, is that of a deep space mission that goes terribly wrong.
The new EP, A Moment of Deathlessness, presents a first listen that’s captivating for its sense of cinema, its groove, its harmonies and imagery – the presentation and vibe intriguing alone for the creative depth and originality. Then to consider the poetry at its core, this whole project being a tribute to the iconic Emily Dickinson, is to appreciate the finely selected details and stories that influenced such a creative direction.
Having first hit our radar back in 2020 with his evocative hit just 4 u, Mitchell Zia takes on a whole new persona and style with the supervillain EP, leading with deep and characterful vocals, through a series of theatrical indie arrangements that tell stories and entertain in a boldly distinct way.
A huge celebration both in topic and style, Eyþór Alexander & Flammeus put in a phenomenal performance here, and deliver a single that’s not only a timeless and creatively distinct gem, but a perfectly-placed, theatrical big-band release to warm up the colder seasons.
Self-described as a ‘Third Culture Kid’, Martin was raised in Japan by French and Filipino parents. His unique cultural heritage often pours through in his music, reflecting on a distinct upbringing and mindset, whilst stylistically paying tribute to legendary songwriters like Tracy Chapman, Joni Mitchell, and James Taylor.
Acoustic guitar, quirky by riff but familiar by groove, backs up the intimate folk-pop vocals and contemporary lyrics of Tessa Dalton’s new single Hit the Lights. It’s a humble beginning, rising towards a bright pop single, with a catchy thread of melody and a clear sense of personality at it’s core.
David Ratmoko’s breadth of influence is unrivalled, and the cinematic weight and melodic euphoria of Adagio Five appears to perfectly encapsulate that strength of identity and artistic flair.
At long last, ’tis the season for good vibes, togetherness, and simple celebration. On that note, original Christmas songs are always something we secretly crave at this time of year, and songwriter Martin Manley has crafted one that’s a natural gem.
Songwriter and artist Kampaign Gold continues to create with a certain fearlessness in modern music. His versatility shines from one track to the next, the upbeat energy of Girl Like You followed by the distinctly intimate, acoustic and vulnerable tones of his more recent single Always There.
Cascading keys of a fast-paced neo-classical aura guide listeners through the inescapable grip of nostalgic, cleanly-crafted drum and bass – Austrian producer God-Rick is a self-defined newcomer to the game, but the precision and passion of this release is nothing short of a superb introduction to his sound.
With dozens of episodes uploaded, from parenting advice to health tips and career advancement, by way of in-depth discussions and interviews with professionals in a variety of fields, the Mindset Reinvented podcast is refreshingly accessible.