A simple and smooth beat meets with a clear sense of melody and rhythm from a songwriting perspective, making Van Kings’ Tell Me a fine introduction to an artist and lyricist with a clear connection to the process.
Music
Breathing is superb, a classic hip hop banger with a nostalgic crackle of a finish and a general sense of togetherness to the whole arrangement and recording.
Fusing a beautifully warm and nostalgic rock soundscape, mildly Oasis-like in progression but with an Americana twang and a punk-pop vocal arrangement, Kings Of The Earth are quick to impress with this single.
Brilliant, a personal favourite and a whole new streak of talent, intention and unstoppable creativity from producer and DJ Tommy Hart. Versatility is key, and this project has it mastered.
The darkness of the artwork for this release is effectively suggestive of both its content and the unexpected balance TripLip has achieved in walking the line between hip hop and electronic rock. From a distance, you may think heavy metal is about to pour through, but then you focus on the faces, then the beat … Continued
Bringing the nostalgic and spacious aura of classically rooted, organic jazz-cafe alongside of fresh break-beat, Peter Sirah offers up a simple yet infectious groove for this latest release.
This isn’t wallpaper or elevator music – you are going to have to sit down and listen. And you’ll be rewarded with a unique listening experience sans vocals. These pieces feel like musical conversation between different groups of musical voices.
Lost Paradise presents an indie-rock & slightly Brit-pop-inspired soundscape – cascading guitar riffs, a raw drum line, a boy-next-door vocal. Then you get the lyrics, and this long-form, consistently developing melody, which puts me in mind of Freddie Mercury.
We are talking impassioned vocals. We are talking some pretty meaty riffing on guitar. All wrapped up in some smart production, great songwriting and a healthy little shot of gently snarling punky attitude. But it’s got mood and heart, and tunes and thoughtful lyrics, too.
There are so many stories within this project – so many scenes and sounds and artistic conversations. Sometimes things feel classic and familiar, sometimes they feel completely out there and impossible to pigeon-hole.
The classic country and folk-rock energy suits the song’s concept beautifully – that organic purity and the raw and real nature of the performance is gorgeously natural, authentic, and incredibly impressive. An excellent song, close to impossible to dislike.
Alana reminds us of her strength as a singer, her passionate connection to the words at hand, and her sincere love for music in all of its forms.