Cincinnati alternative rock project Bio Borg intertwines the pace and riff-strong embrace of progressive metal, with raspy punk vocals and echoing sentiments, throughout a chaotic and cinematic yet compelling arrangement.
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Haunting riffs, delicacy and weight seamlessly intertwined, the creative pairing of classical and metal qualities – symphonic metal live act Divine Martyr carve out a unique new space, with their evocative and musically supreme single Absolution.
It’s a synth and sample downpour of dreamy warmth and detail, balanced beautifully by an effective and subtly catchy melody, and as such, Tell Me Why (Remix) is an easy must to elevate your emotional well-being in short bursts as the colder seasons take hold.
Gripping historical stories with a dramatic, engaging twist. A completely new take on the intricacies and lessons of Greek Mythology, Lasting Legends is a podcast created by a New York City high school student, and makes for a refreshingly captivating introduction to Greek Myths for young people to listen to and learn from.
Ambient melodic originality and with thousands of listeners to back up its appeal, miso808 delivers an enchanting and deeply soothing collection of tracks, with the layered harmonies and stylistic freedom of bedtime stories mp3.
Classically trained and showcasing a likable balancing of meandering classical guitar and quirky, theatrical vocals, leo. drives with a clear sense of personality and groove, for december blues.
Freestyle funk-rock songwriter and guitarist Sam Uctas celebrates the best of a creatively free-flowing approach to modern music. Noting hints of influence from the likes of Hendrix and Zappa, the heavy pedal use and experimental flair of the guitar playing backs up a rhythmic and lyrically intriguing approach, making Redacted Lines a fascinating but also … Continued
The song gathers momentum increasingly, forever blending metaphor and realism, as we explore the all-too-familiar topic of substance abuse. The set-up utilises contrast perfectly well, between moments of pace and power and those that pour through with the softness of intimate trip hop or exotic adlibs, and this helps reinforce the push-and-pull dynamic of being trapped in addiction.
Songs of hope, connection and communion, guided by darker fragments of subject matter and story, elevated by the warmth of soulful vocal depth and organic musical arrangements. Acoustic creative Patrick Ames never fails to entertain and connect with his original songs, and the brand new album Slow Dip Ahead is far from the exception.
“The creative process is very meditative and therapeutic, you can see me in my zone drooling on my guitar sometimes because I’m so focused. Sometimes when I sing or play an instrument I even cry or become overwhelmed with emotion. It’s a divine experience, and I can’t say I’d be here without it.”
The artistic unravelling of a story of unthinkable heartbreak and devastation. Indie veterans will know the Bad Bubble musical legacy already, but for those new to his journey, this release marks Album Seven of an extensive ode to the life of a child taken from the world before their first breath.
Having been writing songs as a hobby for several years, Gary initially let family life take the wheel for the most part, but now emerges as a distinct songwriter of our time – with a vast catalogue of original music to share.