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J MAU & THE KISS OFF make a striking first impression with “Poison”, a debut single that pulls together outlaw country, honky tonk, punk, and alt-country in a way that sounds lived-in and real. There is a dusty, late-night character to the…

If you are a fan of live music in New York, get ready for April 8, because Michael Gilas is set to take the stage at The Cutting Room for what sounds like a seriously memorable night. This is the kind of…

Knox Avery makes a strong first impression with “I’m Built 4 This”. From the title alone, you can already tell this is a song built on confidence, perseverance, and belief. It comes from a deeply personal place, but it never shuts the…

Michellar’s “CROSSED” is a song that comes in hot and keeps that energy alive the whole way through. Built around dance-pop and Latin pop touches, the single has a strong pulse that gives it a lively kick from the first seconds. There…

Nick Wilkinson’s “Coming Home To You” is the kind of song that slips in quietly and stays with you. It takes a simple idea, missing someone and making your way back to them, and turns it into something warm, personal, and easy…

Mortal Prophets’ album “Hide Inside The Moon” opens like a door into another place. From the start, there is a foggy, dream-lit mood around these songs that pulls you in without forcing anything. The record moves with a quiet confidence, letting its…

Rewild’s “In My Way” is the kind of alt-rock song that grabs hold fast. It takes the emotional mess that follows a breakup and turns it into something bold, loud, and honest. There is frustration in it, there is pride in it,…

Lana Crow’s “So Done” is the kind of song that hits a nerve fast. It taps into that worn-out state so many people know well, when the world gets too loud, too tense, and too full of pointless conflict. From the start,…

James Sebastian keeps it simple and effective on “You Make Me Feel”, a song that brings a bright rock energy without overcomplicating anything. At a little over three minutes, it moves with purpose and never wastes time. From the start, the track…

Bad Bubble’s “A Memento” is a song that pulls you in slowly and keeps your attention the whole way. It opens with rain and soft piano, and that simple start sets the tone right away. There is a strong sense of reflection…

B Victorious brings a real shot of energy with “Crushin’ On You”, a rock single that gets straight to the point and does it well. Built around the kind of attraction that takes over your thoughts, the song taps into that wild…

Circus Mind brings a warm, easygoing charm to “Follow Me Home”, and the song settles in right away with a sound that feels bright, loose, and inviting. There is a tropical pull to it from the start, with Brazilian samba rhythm moving…

Fred Presley’s “Sympathize”, is the kind of song that connects because it has something real behind it. There is a clear sense of purpose in the writing, and that gives the whole release a strong identity from the start. Built from Presley’s…

Q: Hi! You’ve been sitting with this project for a while, so when did it first start feeling less like “a bunch of songs” and more like this story you needed to tell? A: This question got me! Funny enough, I started…

Danied’s album “She’s Out Again” is a strong, personal release that leaves a lasting impression in a short time. Across nine tracks and a runtime of just over 20 minutes, the project moves with purpose and maintains its focus from start to…