Pittsburgh’s Mikebradio keeps things creatively freestyle throughout a series of releases that blend the rhythm of hip hop with the colours of pop and the absolute character of indie artistry.
Rebecca Cullen
Following the release of a powerful new three-track, self-titled EP, New Jersey alt-rock outfit Between Rooms kindly took part in an interview. We talk songwriting, style, live shows, inspiration, and plenty more. Here’s the conversation in full. * * * Hi guys, thanks for the interview – massive congrats on the new EP! Just to … Continued
Classic rock embraces from the outset as distorted guitars cascade for a progressively appealing, colourful arrangement – Procrastination feels like a decidedly relevant and aptly immersive hit of escapism right about now.
Electro-pop sound-play and effected, poetic vocals unite for a style that feels both familiar and fresh as Lucaztro kicks off an uplifting and imaginative In Space.
‘Classic vibes in the making’ pours through as a perfectly self-aware opening bar for this quickly energising, beautifully crafted and inspiring hip hop anthem from MALIK ALI.
A welcomed change in direction for the modern rap scene. An uplifting, motivational and consistently smart listen.
For over four minutes we delve into this world of detail and provocative movement, an ever-changing soundscape that progresses from intriguing to energising to softly dreamy and uplifting.
Intense and unsettling, heavy production that builds up from gritty to even grittier – Wrist proves an alternative yet surprisingly rhythmic, catchy new hip hop go-to for the late-night listeners.
Introducing a short collection of classic covers – renowned alternative hits re-crafted under an indie rock groove with a fresh edge of character.
The tune lingers, the imagery does what it needs to, and the whole thing effectively draws you in for an ambient, late-night-style hit of escapism.
Musically timeless, vocally recognisable, lyrically faultless with blissful humanity and compelling attention to detail in both the execution and the memories and reflections at hand.
Heavily conceptual, fearlessly honest in its depiction of the self and the inescapable sense of lostness imparted by paranoia – London duo Kings Cvstle take things back to the bare essentials, with a poetic and unnerving Rabbit Hole. Nostalgically offering a nod to the likes of The Four Owls but injecting that unmistakable Kings Cvstle … Continued