Taking inspiration perhaps from the more evocative and low-tempo hits from Bryan Adams and Bruce Springsteen, Bob Berdanier keeps the authenticity of great songwriting and natural performance alive and well, and December is, in my view, one of his most engaging and memorable singles yet.
Singles
Great songwriting and lush vocals meet with an electric guitar groove and stripped-back performative realness, as Harry Lines rather masterfully delivers his catchy and romantic single Waiting For June.
Taking the time to actually feel the music, to feel something real, absorb it, and begin playing only when the mood intends. Alasdair Hames Dodds is refreshingly genuine when it comes to piano composition, and Disillusionment is an initially simple but ultimately striking ode to that truth.
Maryland-based award-winning composer and visual artist Rahul Mukerji has become renowned for his unique fusion of world music, rock, jazz and cinematic sound design. The India-born creative notes over two decades of experience immersed in music, and as such, his balancing of unique artistry and skilful wisdom shines brightly.
Poetic piano-pop with huge hooks and self-empowering themes – Brooklyn-born songwriter and artist Gabrielle Marie keeps things classic and upbeat, with singles like My Town.
Introducing the third single from his upcoming debut album You Wonder, UK doctor and singer-songwriter Euplasia redirects things towards childhood purity and the indie rock sounds of a simpler era, with the nostalgic, catchy and colourful Hallayoola.
An acoustic guitar-led number with a gorgeous chord pattern and relatable, intimate and honest vocals, Rainbows in the Sky features a classic folk-ballad set-up, with a modest performative charm that seems genuinely connected to these reflections on love and unrivalled unity.
Creative artistry reigns again, as the memorable SardineSuckerStudios deliver a conceptual and stylistic dose of unique, provocative sound-play. The setup, melody, and spacious ambiance of The Sun Is Extinguished But There Is Hope proves as poignant and intriguing as its title, evolving through a brief two-minute journey, from mildly intense waves of retro distortion and … Continued
They’re back with a bang – slick grooves and funky basslines, soulful vocals. Lion Drome remain unpredictable and entertaining, as King Of The Club pours through with a totally unique creative core.
Nashaat Salman achieves a fine balance between creative freedom and familiarity, with the recognisable threads and sheer musical excitement, even brilliance, of Sonatina For Lena.
Old-school RnB vibes bring a pop-fusion anthem akin to the days of Destiny’s Child. Wizherd changes lanes intensely this season, for the catchy groove and snappy vocal confidence of Vroom.
Live acoustic Christian music blends organic Cajon and keys for a catchy, upbeat and honest ode to Faith. E.Art.h are a unique and genuine musical duo, whose single Blessed Be The Man is both memorable and refreshingly real.