Introducing the creatively unconfined album ZZZs Day (Strictly Dead Edition), Last Zombie Tango is an addictively interesting groove and original track, taking subtle influence from the likes of The Cure or The Smiths, but quickly injecting an original sense of musicianship and concept alongside that.
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With a snappy guitar and bass combo to introduce things, the story and rise-and-fall melody of Justin Wardrobe’s single Come on a Ride is quick to set the mood.
The debut single Perfect Day acts as a bright and beautiful reminder to take time away from the stresses of daily work and life. It’s escapism and holiday freedom encapsulated, and it provides a catchy and comforting introduction to the sound and style of Switzerland’s LUNA & The Gents.
Introducing a deserving creative duo, an acoustic to full-rock ensemble undeniably guided by intention and feeling above all else. Crown Mountain drive with talent and passion at the forefront, and despite the versatility of their catalogue, that quality rings loud every step of the way.
Currently suffering from long-term autoimmune lung disease, Kristi’s courage and drive as a creative is incredible, and the tone and emotional depth of this release, the skill and celebration at its core, all resounds in a way that appears to completely deny any kind of health struggle at the helm.
Standing tall on the back of a brand new album, a two-track single release, and another upcoming album, DownTown Mystic continue to provide a solid example of the importance and value of uniting creativity, passion, and work ethic, in order to build a strong and growing audience.
Time for something completely engaging, entertaining and thoughtful, with vocals and lyrics that naturally soothe. Outback Stormchasers are an elusive and impressive indie band, and Famous Last Words in the Multiverse is a genuine gem of an album for the year ahead.
To coincide with the release of his brilliant new album Outside, we caught up with long-time songwriter and musician Todd Underwood, to find out more about the conceptual depths of the project, the creative process, and his plans for the future. Here’s how it went. * * * Hi Todd – great to catch up … Continued
Beginning with acoustic fingerstyle but ultimately featuring a full-band set-up, One More Chance welcomes Robert Allen on vocals, guitars and percussions, Bruce Engler on lead guitar, P.J. Farley on bass, and Tommy Mastro on drums.
Todd Underwood consistently masters this meeting between surface level entertainment and the subtle but striking thought-process of an artist seeking to make sense of the world.
Around You sees us move away from the shoulder-swaying grooves of the past, for an upbeat indie gem of a track; one that feels like a slept-on classic from the late nineties days of Girl From Mars and Drinking in LA.
Bryan Braning was inspired by his wife and daughters to write the songs of Rise Phoenix. The tracks read like poems in many ways, often abstract and provocative, rather than literal and detailed or following specific scenes. There’s a depth to the wonder of each song, and the music backs that up well.