Heavily juxtaposed layers and moments let emotional integrity guide freely and with a certain intoxicating fire. Candi Carpenter fuses genres as per the changing stages of these storytelling songs, with the boldly evocative new EP Reincarnation.
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Electro pop and dance united by conceptual introspection that counters the digital production with a certain humanity and depth. JD Rotate’s latest album digs into the moments, experiences and relationships that shape a life and who we are, and does so by way of an eclectic and pristine stylistic approach.
As you can tell from these titles, this project is far from surface-level stylistics. Sonic Pulse Project set out to explore the concept of searching to find genuine human connection and peace amidst the chaos of modern digital white noise.
YaoJing’s focused yet diverse skillset has achieved him high-profile credits on shows like Wings Of Glory, for which he composed the Han Hong-performed TV theme Flying Moment, as well as the theme song I Like You (performed by Zhao Lusi), for which he worked as recording supervisor and vocal producer.
From the brand new album News From Delphi, Atticus Kane promises a careful fusing of raspy indie rock, country and floor-filler pop, for the back-and-forth dynamics of Love Me Not.
Crisp indie rock guitars alongside a unique rhythmic identity and grunge-like vocals (only softer, maybe punk and Americana-inspired) – a certain creative character atop a nostalgic format, even with a hint of alt-country during the peaks.
Miles Jenson is an acclaimed songwriter, and the soulful orchestral and jazz-kissed arrangement of Against My Best Interests showcases the sublime nature of his talent in a way that holds your attention from start to finish.
Really enjoyable music – a refreshing injection of creative originality amidst a style that’s nostalgic and well-grounded. After Eight let unique songwriting shine a distinct light on a timeless approach, with the meandering rock intensity and vulnerability of The Reach.
A refreshing dose of real music, familiar but genuine – an original take on the infamous compositions from The Lord Of The Rings films. Phil S Jones is a multi-instrumentalist, gifting live organic performances to this growing collection of dedications to the mighty LOTR.
Romantic Italian pop with honest vocals and an equal authenticity in what inspired the songwriting. Paolo Mezzini dedicates the sensational Dentro di te to his wife, and delivers a soulfully powerful performance throughout.
Colourful ancestral jams blend live musicianship and infectious tropical rhythms with a variety of voices, melodies and skilful refrains. Sharon Katz and The Peace Train collaborate with Afrika Mamas, for a brilliantly uplifting and fiercely unique new project.
A definite highlight that begs for you to listen more than once, reflecting with stark realism on the true contrast between the turmoil of life at war and the struggle to then adapt to life at peace.