Colourful and retro production sets a disco-kissed realm that’s merely a small introduction to an artist fiercely unconfined by genre or expectation. sykii lights up the uniquely melodic and vocally distinct project Blaze with unrivalled eclecticism and freedom of expression.
EPs
Electric guitarist and classic rock performer DJ Williams recently launched the explosive and timelessly smooth new rock EP By Way Of RVA. The established creative has become renowned for his dazzling stage presence, and now backs up that live energy and skill with a fine collection of anthemic indie gems.
Aviram Spies ensures the connection between title and experience. A work that perfectly encapsulates the implications of its name – On The Edge of an Endless Forest takes you to precisely the purity and vastness promised. The sound is that of a nostalgic movie-made classical realm, familiar but unpredictable, and softly spellbinding to let play and surround you.
Intertwine the pulsating bass and beat combo of Gotye with an intoxicating but subtle blend of jazz, trip hop and natural word ambience, and you’re almost on track to imagine the creative embrace of Koyla and Tensky’s Nomads.
Somewhat mildly reminiscent of both Ani DiFranco and Rusted Root, but ultimately not adhering to either comparison for long, Follow The Crow build their sound upon feelings and reflections unique to themselves, and the brilliance of the musicianship in unison with that makes for a beautifully all-encompassing listen.
Releasing in June on Whiteberry Records, Once Upon a Time is the latest project from indie House and Techno devotee CRS-1, and it’s a creatively fresh EP that seeks to utilise an inventive Western theme throughout.
Creatively on point in terms of both talent and work ethic, artist and songwriter Rhagetti has built up a uniquely enchanting catalogue of original songs and projects over the years, culminating in the upcoming launch of his soul-rock-kissed and unforgettable single Sinner.
Leading with a rather intoxicating balance of distortion and melody, Brazilian artist and songwriter Guilherme Meirhelles delivers an evocative and creative fusion of styles, for his latest project Desvanecer. The album begins with a sublime instrumental piece, and later delivers the passionate and dreamy shoegaze single Desvanecer – an expressive and seemingly free-flowing title-track, which intrigues and immerses … Continued
Sincerely From Odd is a perfectly titled Hip Hop project, from an artist who takes the meaning of sincerity to heart, and proceeds to offer a nothing-held-back presentation of personality, realism, and passion.
New music from Dan Cody inevitably lifts the mood. Nostalgic pop-rock with a twist of Beatles-esque-melodic and lyrical brightness – Around The Dial is a collection of recent singles from the established songwriter, a mildly new direction beginning with the beautifully uplifting Good As Gold.
New Anxieties poetically and honestly explores the journey into parenthood – the highs and lows, the reflections, the mistakes and excitements – and does so in a beautifully revealing and moving fashion.
The project is quite faultless in its musicianship and songwriting, a mighty contender to re-animate the alt-metal scene, and a worthy reminder of the legendary rock sub-genres that first built this multi-faceted universe of reflection.