“Blue Sky Baby” by Imelda Kehoe: Lovely, Earnest Songwriting
Irish/English singer-songwriter Imelda Kehoe struck a much different tone on her track “Blue Sky Baby,” compared with the other tracks that I have been reviewing for this blog. “Blue Sky Baby” is slow, anthemic, velvety, and creates a pulsating feeling of drama that crescendos as the track goes on, all while touching on jazz and […]
“Velocity in Celestial Mechanics” by Precarian: A Chaotic, Wild Ride
“Velocity in Celestial Mechanics” by Precarian has to be one of the most explanatory song titles of 2021. Explanatory not in the sense that the song is about velocity and physics, but explanatory in the sense that the song takes you on a ride that resembles getting jarred by a rocket ship and then floating […]
“Gutter” by Sitcom: Poppy, Angsty Grunge
Philadelphia-based artist Sitcom has blended modern production with a 90s-esque angst, resulting in a grungy sound reminiscent of bands like Weezer. Sitcom’s new track “Gutter” puts the listener in a particular headspace, and through creative instrumentation and a very dynamic bridge, makes the listener feel the angst of the artist. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQ8JEaZhgGw The musical aspect of […]
“Watching Cartoons” by La Luz: Airy, Dreamy Lyricism
Melodic, crisp, airy and dreamy all describe La Luz’s new track “Watching Cartoons.” “Watching Cartoons” has a retro sound that relaxes through mellow guitar, light percussion, and distinct vocal layering and melodic emphasis. The lyrics and vocal performance add to the calming, chill energy of the track, making “Watching Cartoons” something to engage with again […]
“Shimmer” by Charlotte Champian: Lush and Jazzy
I feel like there is such a vacuum in current music for tracks that are both ambient in sound but refreshing and engaging in lyrics, and I believe that Charlotte Champian has a significant role in crossing that divide. Champian’s new track “Shimmer ” blends modern smooth jazz with a vocal style reminiscent of big […]
“Drive” by Larissa Tandy: A Lush Retro Kiss-Off
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Larissa Tandy has concocted a masterful track that blends sounds reminiscent of 1960s beach music, grunge guitars, and modern Nashville country. From the soulful vocal performance, clever songwriting, and engaging instrumentation, “Drive” is a track that stands out. “Drive” makes its mark via the songwriting. Everything in the track centers around the narrative […]
“Lucky You” by Kath Myers: Flowing Musicality
L.A.-based artist Kath Myers has released a track titled “Lucky You” that expertly blurs the lines between dreams and reality and provides the listener a very niche experience in a nonetheless accessible package. The song is separated into three distinct sections, each communicating a specific emotion and each having its own feel. “Lucky You” opens […]
“Gratitude” by Doo Crowder feat. Celie Dailey and Shana Vorhauer: Light, Crisp, Airy
The feeling of waking up on a fall Sunday morning and looking out the window on a beautiful day has been distilled into sonic form via Doo Crowder’s newest release titled “Gratitude.” The song feels light, it feels crisp, and combined with lyrical content that lives up to the title, creates a track that leaves […]
“Amber Eyez” by Eve Minor: An Intriguing Piece of Ambient Pop
“Amber Eyez” by Eve Minor strikes a much different sound than songs I have reviewed in previous weeks, coming in with an interesting mix of R&B, Hip-Hop, and punk undertones. “Amber Eyez” is an engaging listening experience, mainly due to the unpredictability of the beat–there is simply a lot going on. The beat centers around […]
“This Year Be” by Left Vessel: A Love for Life and Folk
A love of nature and a love of folk music are hallmarks of Left Vessel’s personal style, and his newest release “This Year Be” proves to be no different. “This Year Be” crafts an engaging sound that at once feels authentically human and raw, and also like a pure imitator of the sounds of nature. […]
