“Amberlit Morning” by Joan Shelley and Bill Callahan: The Fleeting Beauty of Childhood, and What Comes After
In Ray Bradbury’s short story “All Summer in a Day,” humans have colonized the planet Venus, which (in the story, if not real life) is blanketed in constant rainstorms. The sun only comes out for one hour of one day, every seven years. A classroom full of Venusian schoolchildren eagerly anticipate this short summer, especially […]
“DB Cooper” by Emily Yacina: For Those Who Are Gone But Not Forgotten
D.B. Cooper is almost certainly dead. Most likely, he died from skydiving out of the plane he had hijacked for ransom in 1971; it was a rainy, windy night, and he had neither the experience nor the equipment to survive such a dangerous jump. If, by some miracle, he landed in one piece, he would […]
“Twin” by Hatchie: Long Lost Love
In her latest single “Twin,” Hatchie tells a story about a love that is short lived. The song has a feel-good vibe to it — she’s not complaining, but rather reflecting on a lesson learned. Hatchie’s voice is like an echo that bounces off the walls and settles into everything it touches. It blends beautifully […]
“Spiritstalker” by Hana: An Ethereal Electro-Pop Experience
Prepare to get chills — Hana’s angelic high notes will take you to the astral plane. Arguably one of the most relaxing songs I’ve heard in a while, “Spirit” is an emotional electro-pop single off of her new EP, Moonstoned. In the song, Hana takes on the metaphorical persona of a spirit stalking her love […]
Anya Hinkle on “Eden and Her Borderlands,” Helping Ukraine, and What She Has to Say
The debut song of its titular album, “Eden and Her Borderlands” is a slow, and vibrant trek across the described promised land. Leaning heavily on dusty Southern imagery and a swath of Biblical references, the song serves to establish a mood in the listener for the entirety of the album. Twangy acoustic guitar opens the […]
“Subway Song” by Guest Rooms: City Melancholy
“Subway Song” takes you on a melancholic ride, as the track evokes feelings of nostalgia and is conducive to personal contemplation. It opens with drums that reverberate in the distance until acoustic guitar moves the listener in closer. Upon entering his world, you’ll faintly hear a soundbite of a subway platform announcement, warning you to […]
The Top 11 Songwriting Courses for Musicians in 2022
Tired of the songs you’re writing? We’ve all been there – writing the same melody over and over, stuck in the same lyrical patterns. It’s rough. But the good news is that you can break out of it. You can learn to be a better songwriter from expert teachers. Welcome to the world of songwriting […]
CARRTOONS on “GROCERIES,” Production, and His Upcoming Album
Producer CARRTOONS delivers a smooth funk sound with vocalist Nigel Hall on the track “GROCERIES”. Off of his latest album, HOMEGROWN, Ben Carr is channeling a vibrant 80’s vibe in the production and is topped off with Hall’s excellent vocal performance. Combined with the visualizer for “GROCERIES”, the duo capture a sliver of a classic, […]
Why I Gave My Friend Really Unhelpful Feedback
Yesterday, my friend Harry texted me: “Hey are you free between 9:50 and 10:55 tomorrow morning?” I was free. “I have a mentorship meeting then. I’m required to bring someone who’s been an influence on my academic journey and I just had someone else fall through. Any chance you could fill in?” There was a […]
Ruth Radelet’s “Crimes”: A Test of Moral Limits
In her new single “Crimes” Ruth Radelet gets vulnerable with us, posing tough questions about the values we subscribe to and how much it takes for us to forsake them. It’s a dreamy song that makes you want to swing around the room and slow dance while also pondering the questions it raises. The song […]
