“The titular track Human from my new album doesn’t even rhyme. It doesn’t have to. What has to happen is the story has to be told.”
Songwriter
Encapsulating the purpose of the album as an art-form, Stokerstl presents a cinematic and intricate journey, disguised as a fine collection of indie-pop songs both organic and catchy, for the naturally memorable, thought-provoking Programmed to Exist.
“Creative expression is something I believe is in every one of us, a kind of humans’ spiritual survival.”
The final resolve of ‘You’re not welcome around here’ is brilliant. The band ultimately leave you tracing back through the lyrical journey, exploring the ideas and references and, hopefully, immersing yourself in refreshed perspective and empathy.
Translating to Mother of Mankind, or Garden of Eden, ALKEBULAN is thought to be the ancient and indigenous name of Africa prior to its colonization. This album celebrates homecoming and ancestral connection.
Always one worth pausing the day for, LAZORE unites songwriting strength and identity consistently, whilst mixing things up on the style and genre front. Enter the new single On My Own – a reggae rhythm and brighter rock melody elevating the unmistakable voice at the forefront. Meanwhile we delve in with fearless honesty, following these … Continued
“An artist that always gets their way, sooner or later, ceases to be an artist. They forget the feeling of an empty stomach. The kind that hurts and is painful.”
Armed with a brand new globally collaborative album, songwriter and artist Matthew Pylypiv kindly took part in an interview. We talk about the new project Unfinished Business, exploring different styles, inspiration, live performance, and plenty more. Here’s how it went. * * * Hi Matthew – thanks for the interview, and my congratulations for the … Continued
Not often does a track achieve a worthy meeting of intentional artistic production and performative prowess. When it happens, the results can be addictively gripping – almost as if the music is pouring through directly from the listener’s own experiences and feelings. Boyhood masters this approach.
“Creatively unconfined is a perfect way to describe the mindset I had going into this song and most of my music.”
Chicago showman and songwriter Gable continues to light up the indie pop realm, with a series of original singles and videos that underline his uniquely entertaining approach to modern music.
Showcasing a natural affinity for songwriting, backed by a lifetime immersed in music, Jim Wyly brings together Folk, Soul and Americana tones with strong grooves and dreamy melodies, for his new collection of stories and songs Eclectic Tales.