Calotype organically fuse intimate songwriting and the raw, genuine sound of in-the-moment pop-rock throughout this wonderfully melodic, reflective new album Hosts and Ghosts.
Pop Rock
“A large part of my role is that I have a career, a living to make. My role as an artist is to make the best, most honest art I can; no more, no less.”
This subtle eclecticism offers a short EP that hits with impact, and furthermore – introduces a band that would almost certainly put on a superb live show.
Back for 2020 with mighty levels of emotional intention, Aratrea’s Till I Loved You is a powerful declaration of appreciation, vulnerability, regret, and realization.
PANORAMA manages to move from a near-heavy aura to something far more colourful and perhaps mainstream friendly within the walls of a single provocative and deeply thoughtful song.
This entire album speaks volumes on behalf of positivity, joy, and – ultimately – being yourself. It’s Rob’s story, told with musical precision, brightness, theatrics, and absolute passion.
An accomplished and beautiful song with an authentic and very feminine vocal performance that belies its actual message. Haunting.
Leading with uniquely expressive musicianship and a clearly intentional, thoughtful manner of writing, Al Knight kicks off 2020 in precisely the way he intends to see it through. Just one of a plethora of new singles set to emerge in the coming months, Wherever You Are is a soft-rock ballad of sorts, rising up from … Continued
I’m reminded of the quality and spirit of Joni Mitchell throughout certain phrases of Mockingbird, and I’d like to think that Alpha cat would approve of such a comparison – as she’s something of an ‘alpha cat’ herself. A very clever song, with memorable lyrics and a very deliberate production.
Featuring heavy bass-work and a contrasting vocal and melodic riff lightness, Songs For Sabotage drive with poetic and soulful intention on their latest single.
Their somewhat humble, authentic approach is always refreshing in a world of largely methodical, results-driven artistry.
Ascended Man takes listeners through the artists’ journey towards enlightenment, realization, oneness. It’s a pleasure to witness, and it leaves a lasting sense of possibility and joy.