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Music Review: Andy Michaels – ‘Revisited’ Falls a Bit Short
'Revisited' is betwixt and between, a mish-mash of good tunes with mediocre tunes. The melodies would be better served with reduced flamboyance and grandiosity, especially the vocal harmonies, which too often reach levels of overcompensation.
Read More »Music Review: Lowpines – ‘In Silver Halides’ Exudes Lush Shimmering Flows of Soft Prog Rock
The highlights of 'In Silver Halides' are the silky-smooth melodies and Deakin’s hushed velvety voice. This is an album rife with beautiful, soft music tip-toeing between orchestral prog rock and buttery acoustic/classicism. 'In Silver Halides' projects lush excellence.
Read More »Music Review: Galapaghost – ‘Pulse’ Presents Innovative, Luxurious Indie Rock
Wow! 'Pulse' is surprisingly good. The melodies are lustrous and expansive, while the rhythms ache with splendid muted buffeting. Chandler’s voice is easy to listen to and rife with velvety sonority. I enjoyed 'Pulse' and recommend it to you.
Read More »Music Video Review: Karen Atkins – ‘High on Love (Can’t Get Too)’ Dishes Out Commanding Funky Pop Tones
'High on Love (Cant’ Get Too)' is a buff and nastily tight song. The funky melody writhes with chill, fresh dynamics, as the rhythmic pulsations flex with muscularity. With this tune, Karen Atkins delivers music rife with enormous frisson.
Read More »Music Review: Andrew Reed – ‘If All the World Were Right’ Metes Out Dazzling Soft Rock
This is a beautiful album, full of sumptuous rich melodies laced with exquisite, mellow energy. Reed’s voice is easy to listen to, placid and satisfying. 'If All the World Were Right' is perfect for chilling on a sunny afternoon.
Read More »Music Review: Josh Pfeiffer – ‘Brand New Shoes’
'Brand New Shoes' unleashes Josh Pfeiffer's velvety baritone to excellent effect.
Read More »Music Review: RAC – ‘EGO’
Front to back, 'EGO' by RAC destroys the sophomore slump curse and proves to anyone listening (and you should be listening), he is only getting started. Buy a ticket to this ride soon before there's no more room on the train.
Read More »From Wall Street to Music Celebrity: Dom Marcell
He recently released two singles: 'D.T.K.' and 'That’s Whats Up.' His music combines pop, hip-hop and R&B influences.
Read More »2017: Celebrating 100 Years of Recorded Jazz
The influence of jazz is everywhere, even though it’s more subtle in some places. The improvisational aspect of jazz is what has allowed it to evolve so creatively over the last century, as each new era and musician adds a new flavor.
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