Delicate, organic keys, playful synths and unique but thoughtful grooves. Belgian guitarist, composer and artist Life Minder has carved out an engaging and memorable new project, with the striking originality and timeless imagination of Omnitus.
Albums
Soft-rock Americana and folk anthems with a fine blend of heartfelt images, catchy hooks, and acoustic to rock and roll arrangements – Brendan McMahon highlights the very best of his dynamic songwriting abilities, with the addictive and aptly-titled new album Turn Up The Radio.
Why this title? What connects these ideas and feelings? There’s so much to unpack, and yet at the same time, the cinematic presence and performative charm of the project lets the music simply engage with and entertain its listener. In short, Pertinax is stunning, and impressively free in its artistic and playful creativity.
From the dawn of the Bad Bubble audio experience – the first mention of Underscore, the historical poignancy of Future 9 – all of this has been with devout purpose; an artist intent on creating a legacy and lasting memory of a story and of his daughter. There are many heart-breaking and beautiful moments throughout the vast collection of albums, EPs and singles, but more relevantly, there are many, and perhaps some of the most impactful of all, to be found throughout a conclusion.
Cascading voices, changes in tempo, stories that intrigue and bleed truth into the space – alongside moments that simply make you want to dance your troubles away. It’s a fascinating, enjoyable and rewarding album, from a band who consistently keep listeners on their toes, and whom prove both surprising and entertaining, through the talent, versatility, and depth of this album.
Angel T33th presents a project that’s been a decade in the making, and effectively embraces her audience, in a world full of poignant reflections, poetic mystique, and ambient, provocative waves of emotion.
The dark-pop theatrics and haunting vocals of Stephan Folkes meet with boldly eclectic production and storytelling, as the UK songwriter and artist delivers his anticipated ten-track album Hazard.
Colourful riffs and quirky pop rhythms elevate catchy hooks and poetic lyrics from the vault – pepo. explores self-reflective sentiments and vivid metaphorical images, with the strong melodies and vocal stylings of tunnel vision.
Organic, live, psychedelic indie-rock sets a strong groove, while gentle vocals and complex, captivating original lyrics paint stories impressively original and genuine. New York rockers The Grasping Straws hold authenticity in high regard, with the dreamy riffs, fresh melodies, thoughtful musings and brilliantly framed ideas of Shapes.
Catchy melodies and poignant imagery act as deliberate connections between songs, holding up the NYTHM approach to modern writing and production, and delivering an album that’s somewhat dark yet enticing as a modern electronic pop collection. We even get modest twists of hip hop amidst the likes of No Exit Pt. 2, and always the structure of each song feels playful, even theatrical – that Disney-esque sense of character and exploration resounding along the way.
Just seven years old and already holding a repertoire of over 20 original songs, the young musical prodigy and renowned philanthropist Simba is an altruistic and inspiring soul, whose focus unites heartfelt songwriting, beautiful vocals, and charitable intentions.
Hazy production and relatable, quietly mixed vocals – an upbeat energy and thoughtful, often romanticised lyrics. UK songwriter and musician Dave Vamfer reflects on love and life with playful creativity, throughout Find The Sound.