So So Sun’s “Somni” is a Musical Hypnosis
Breakups will either make or break you. You could look upon it as a learning experience; accept the mistakes you’ve made, get over your former lover, and move on with your life. Sometimes, though, moving on seems like an insurmountable task. Why would you want to move on from a person that was, in your […]
Kalle Mattson’s “Twice The Gifts” Subverts the Christmas Song Genre
Christmas is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, right? While it is a merry occasion for many, for others it is a forced gathering in which previously buried familial hostilities resurface. They dread the holiday, but it comes back to plague them every year. Canadian singer-songwriter Kalle Mattson certainly feels this way, as evident […]
Go Back in Time with Trevor Myall’s “90s Kid”
When we were kids, we couldn’t wait to grow up. Now, as adults, we often reminisce about our childhood, wishing we could go back. Being a kid means no responsibilities. Being a kid means no anxiety about the future. And, most importantly, being a kid means that your only goal in life is to have […]
Andrew Goldring’s “Chemical Spirit Connection” is an Organized Chaos
Love can be intoxicating. The anxiety, excitement, and high we get from love are similar to a drug or alcohol-induced high. It almost feels like your body is out of our control when you interact with your crush; you tend to slur your words, sometimes your hands shake, and your heart often races. Once we’re […]
Chris Ayer Struggles to Let Go in “Ringing in My Ears”
The mind is a capricious thing. Like a slideshow of sorrow, it often vividly plays painful memories we had buried in its deepest recesses. You can leave unpleasant places and people behind, but your mind, like a torturous pest, brings them along with you wherever you go. Los Angeles-based musician Chris Ayer confronts this haunting […]
“Tested and Tried” is a Dream You’ll Want to Have Again and Again
Every so often you’ll hear a song that reminds you of why you love music. Such songs are more than just a piece of music; they create an atmosphere. A song perfectly woven from beginning to end. “Tested and Tried” by Berlin-based Irish band All The Luck In The World is one of those […]
Carousel’s “Firesong” is a Rally Against Emotional Repression
Why is it so difficult to open up about our mental health? Maybe it’s because many people mistakenly think it’s a sign of weakness and fragility. This leads to a feeling of shame and a fear of speaking about it openly. Moreover, we all want to maintain a strong, stoic appearance and not be defined […]
Rhyen’s “What Are You Doing With Your Life?” is a Song for Dreamers
What are you doing with your life? The one thing we all appreciate when struggling to figure out our life’s path is when someone constantly asks if we’ve figured it out yet. Criticism and cynicism can often puncture your self-confidence, leading you to question if your dreams are worth pursuing at all. In “What Are […]
Oliver Proudfoot Serenades You with Sorrow in “Did You Hear About Mercy?”
Can you ever get over the death of your lover? Overcoming the grief seems like an impossible task, but, at the same time, moving on seems insensitive to the person you once shared your life with. In “Did You Hear about Mercy?”, British singer-songwriter Oliver Proudfoot stoically depicts the loneliness and despair that accompanies the […]
Taylor Noelle’s “Words” is a Funky Admonishment for Liars
Unless you’re dating Pinocchio or Jim Carrey in the 1990s, having a relationship with a liar can be an infuriating time. It’s a bit like dealing with a salesperson; you know something isn’t quite right but their words are so sweet and persuasive you end up believing them. For many people, words are just […]
