Brooklyn-based indie chanteuse Madelin exudes intrepid pop realness. Her newest single/video, “Girl I Never Was,” continues this tradition, boasting a taut narrative on total self-acceptance in the face of an inherently chauvinistic society. The track was conceived after Madelin discovered her bi-sexuality and illustrates this awakening without coming off as heavy handed. In fact, for such …
Behold the latest single from prolific LA-based rock outfit Historian who unleash their signature shamanistic Leonard Cohen vocals on this Velvet Underground meets Deerhunter rocker. “Witch Hazel” is off the new Historian LP, Distractions, due out January 17th https://www.facebook.com/Historiantheband/
Brian Schmetzer can be so unassuming and professorial at times, it seems hard to believe he is head coach of a professional soccer team. Pushing his glasses up to the bridge of his nose, he tosses respectful bouquets at opposing coaches and players before and after games. Could this really be the shepherd of a …
Minnesota-native Shreya Preeti shares with you the video for her new track, “Wannabe.” The song holds honest emotions about existing in a time where the present is fleeting and holding someone’s attention is more difficult than ever. “Wannabe” cuts right to the point, as can be heard in the hitting last line of the chorus: “I don’t …
After 1989: A Trip To Freedom by Minutes to Midnight Minutes to Midnight, a music producer based in the UK, has launched a new artist project specifically to tell a real-life tale of imprisonment and liberty. After 1989 – A Trip To Freedom tells the story from his perspective as a grandson, who has only recently …
‘Midnight Stores’ yw sŵn trip acid Lynchiaidd yng nghanol siop gornel. Dyma gymysgedd anhygoel o organ junk-shop, arswyd a dynwaredwr Roky Erickson gwael. Mae ‘The Party’ yn hip ond sgwâr, mae’n tynnu’r gwrandawr drwy brofiadau breintiedig partis tŷ stiwdants prifysgol. Wedi’u dylanwadu gan steil ymlaciol ysgol gelf Roxy Music, Steely Dan a Mac Demarco, mae …
This post combines two subjects that I have previously written about: the illegal, illogical and infamous 2003 invasion of Iraq and rock and roll. In late September 2019, Jacques Chirac and Joseph Wilson died one day apart. The former French president led international opposition to the “War on Terror.” He argued that toppling Saddam Hussein …
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Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
New York born and Sydney-bred dark pop artist Valencia James makes music for all those in need of blood, land, power, chocolate, water, coffee and cash. With a catalogue of songs inspired by real life events, Valencia is on a mission to give listeners something real, organic, whetstone-sharpened, and true. Delving into the uncontrollably passionate …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
I have compartmentalized the s***show in the White House for a very long time. Here is a primer for EPB: _____________ I firmly oppose White House efforts to increase tensions in the Persian Gulf to create conditions for a devastating U.S.-Iran war. The U.S. (i.e. President Dump reversing the progress made by his predecessor), in …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
Bottom of The Pops: Under 1000 You Tube Plays Chart Brought to You By Ring of Fire Radio Contact Bottom of the Pops Bands/Acts/Labels/PR etc do contact us with your music if you think it is for Bottom of the Pops – We’re Here For You View this email in your browser WEEKLY YOU TUBE “BOTTOM …
This man is a throat cancer survivor. He deserves some respect and attention: The words of Indus Rush: The Road Ahead marks a point in my life where I’ve found the real urge to carry on and be creative again, having put throat cancer behind me, and come out of that experience with some life …
Endless Roar is an electro-acoustic free-improvisation group who use audio-reactive technology to drive visuals through layered video projections. Saxophones, drums, double-bass and electronic effects oscillate between dense rhythmic energy and free-floating spaciousness. Video projection on multiple surfaces react to the music, and are specially created for each program and performance space. They have been an …
This is a bold and energetic celebration of life. Dig it. The first single is a sound-wise punch, an epic anthem about the human mind, creativity, and the power of ideas: ‘My good mind – I love it and I’m thankful for this gift, I’m ‘a use it to uplift all your good minds my …
There is no better way to celebrate All Saints Day than by listening to the country alt-rockin’ new tune, “Trouble,” from Rich Arithmetic & the Modern Math Musiquarium…
This poor lady refuses to look outside the box to solve her problems.
Michael Stipe is back with his first song released since REM. Attention must be paid.
This cover of Leonard Cohen’s song, “The Future” has been “Updated nicely,” says East Portland Blog stalwartRon Swanson, who then throws shade on all cover tunes ever by suggesting that the tune is only “for those who think perfection can always be improved upon.” Ron ends his critique on a positive note, saying, “I think …
Meilir Tomos is one of contemporary music’s most audacious new artists, melding expert songcraft with a fearless lyrical approach and wildly eclectic sonic sensibility. Born and raised in Flintshire, North Wales, he first made waves in his youth as a classically trained pianist and vocalist. Despite his early success, Meilir grew frustrated with the classical world’s …
75 Albums in 75 Days – Led Zeppelin: LED ZEPPELIN IV [aka ZOSO, FOUR SYMBOLS, UNTITLED], by Tom Kipp
Having completed my “50 Albums in 50 Days” expansion of Mr. Chris Estey’s August 24th directive “to post 25 albums in 25 days that have had a major CREATIVE impact on you”, I’ve decided to add a THIRD [slash] final batch of 25, in order to fill some remaining “gaps”—at least as I perceive such …
DEAD METHOD returns with his new single BLONDE. An exploration of body dysmorphia in the digital age and how social media influencers can negatively affect our mindset by offering up seemingly perfect bodies and lives for the consumption of a hungry audience around the world 24/7. Set against a backdrop of aggressive synths, this wild …
Two years ago, I got in on the first iteration of Jimmy G fever and watched Jimmy Garappolo and the San Francisco 49ers beat the playoff-bound Jacksonville Jaguars in a 44-33 barn-burner, with the side benefit of being able to brag to all fans of The Good Place that I got to see Blake Bortles …
There’s something in the almost-floral delicacy of this tune and the rainfall metricality of the rapper’s delivery that is making it go viral even among folks who don’t comprehend the language. If you listen to only one rap-enriched Vietnamese choral work this year, let it be this one. Like a river to the sea, such …
From the Max Richter Wikipedia page: Max Richter “is a German-born British composer who has been an influential voice in post-minimalist composition and in the meeting of contemporary classical and alternative popular musical styles since the early 2000s.” “Richter also composes music for stage, opera, ballet and screen. He has also collaborated with other musicians, …