7 Rising - Stay
- English (US)
7 Rising continues to refine a distinctive cinematic electronic identity with “Stay,” a captivating collaboration featuring Mayah Camara.
Cries of Redemption - The Return - Raw
Strap for a blistering Nu-Metal track from Cries of Redemption, 'The Return - Raw'! Led by Savannah, GA-based indie artist Ed Silva, Cries of Redemption is an exciting, experimental Modern Rock/Nu Metal project that you've got to immerse yourself into! With influences ranging from legendary axe wielders such as David Gilmour, John Frusciante, Morgan Rose and Victor de la Pena to elements of Trap, Deep House and Classical, Cries of Redemption stands tall on the shoulders of its eclectic, determined founder, talented session artists he teams with and his hybrid approach to songwriting and production. Now, lets dive into his latest scintillating release, 'The Return - Raw', taken from the EP 'Patterns'. The track opens onto ominous, emotive strings that slow burn into a thunderous metal riff section. The tone is dark, sinister, amplified by some stunning electric guitar work. Like something straight out of a Children of Bodom album. Strong, commanding female vocals enter, beautifully restrained yet simmering with a quiet rage. The lyrics paint a blood-soaked, compelling tale of two individuals locked into a all-consuming, destructive relationship. The female vocals are sung by Denisse Ferrara, who absolutely takes this track to another level with her soul-chilling delivery. Silva's vocals are enhanced to deliver just as gripping metal screams and roars that make you quiver. 'The Return - Raw' features raw, razor-sharp production and design. Siva's use of various modern audio enhancement software adds a cutting edge, while he also writes 100% of the lyrics, melodies, and guitar riffs. This is truly a benchmark for an artist to harness limitless tech while preserving the very human aspect of his creation. It's the kind of score we could see fitting right into a modern love/horror story like 'Obsession'. It's spot-on in illuminating the canyon-like distance that forms between souls as their bond disintegrates and burns down to ashes. We're captivated by what we've headbanged to with this intelligent, emotionally resonant and downright earth-shatteringly powerful track. Keep an eye out for an absolutely ripper of a breakdown just past the 3 min mark. You have been warned. Also, rock out to the rest of Cries of Redemption's thrilling new album, "Patterns" next!
LiMaVii - The Way Your Light Feels - Radio Edit
If there is ever anyone who can emulate old money in music format, it is LiMaVii, and The Way Your Light Feels is exactly that.
Watch Me Die Inside - Infinity Fall II
- English (US)
Within the indie music scene, Watch Me Die Inside show clear ambition. As a relatively new act, they demonstrate a strong grasp of both classic influences and contemporary production techniques.
Q2mix - Step Up the Stream
Fair warning, the music you are about to hit play on is highly infectious and addictive. Q2mix is unafraid of bold beats in Step Up the Stream, their latest number
The Burton D'agostini Procedure - Before and After Three
If anyone has done a dissertation on slow rock, it is The Burton D'agostini Procedure and their latest release, Before and After Three, is a masterpiece.
Love Ghost - Rock Me Amadeus (Edit)
- English (US)
Groove to Love Ghost's excellent metal reimagination of an 80s synth-pop classic, 'Rock Me Amadeus'! The original, by Falco, had the US Charts on its knees with bold, whimsical performance, a real statement piece that was aimed to shake up the scene! Now, decades later, the track receives a hard-rocking revival from LA's own Love Ghost. This take plays right into Love Ghost's strengths, its dark, brooding goth rock sound and hypnotic vocals but still brimming with that nonchalant, rebellious energy exhibited by Falco in the original. The track opens with somber alt-rock arrangements that explode into angry rhythmic grooves. The vocals, raspy and confident, sing sinisterly in a rap flow. Its spooky, captivating and has you leaning in closer. The catchy, explosive chorus stays true to the original structure. Repeated chants of 'Amadeus' still hit home with a pulsing energy, only this time, its darker and more cinematic. Where the original thrived on whimsy, flair and spectacle, Love Ghost's modern razor-sharp alt-rock sound takes this track deeper into introspective, shadowy realms. This tribute to one of the greatest ever composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, rocks intensely hard. Adding to its effect, 'Rock Me Amadeus' has a pretty damn good music video too! Featuring Love Ghost in a confined space, dressed all black and face-painted silver, a twisted, gothic ode to Amadeus. And yet, it feels more true to the intensity and insanity that best describe the great composer, reimagined in the modern, dystopian lens. 'Rock Me Amadeus' is a magnetic alt-rock track, very much similar to the original dynamism, but this time with Love Ghost's alt-rock intensity and indentity.
Joyce Tratneyk - Bloody Mary
- English (US)
Joyce Tratneyk delivers a superb alt-pop track, 'Bloody Mary'! Reclaiming her power with immersive cinematic grooves, spooky organ harmonies, and her fearless, enigmatic vocals, 'Bloody Mary' has you shook and how! Think 'Bad Guy' meets 'Can't Get You Out of My Head'. The track captures the young rising LGBTQ+ artist's journey of self-discovery, coping with shame and ostracism, when she first came out. And the subtle homophobia still endures in her artistic life. She takes all that apathy and indifference and turns it into fuel for her reddening fire. Releasing this on Friday, the 13th, and the day before Valentine's was a smart choice as she ties in themes of obsession, lust, forbidden pleasures coated in a spooky shade of red and black. We open on racing effects and seductive synth pop arrangements. It's like you're being welcomed into her dark, almost vampiric world. Joyce's opening verse, honest, razor wit, and haunting, takes you on a wild ride, with her bold introduction, 'In the dark its not so scary, Im your Bloody Mary!' What follows is a catchy pop arrangement of organ synths, bass, and drumlines, spooky, seductive, and downright enthralling. Joyce adds in some very enticing vocals moans, and fading effects that beckon to listen a little more intently. Underneath all the eerie black nail polish, Joyce dives into meaningful, introspective lyricism, seeking genuine love, support, empathy, and understanding. Lines such as 'Is it a crime to love so hard & I just want you to believe in me' tells us that she hasn't given up on love just yet. The emotional depth and contrast in the tonal signals make for a compelling listen and the cathy organ melodies are difficult to forget. 'Bloody Mary' could be just that perect score the the recent 'WEdnesday' tv series on Netflix. She definitley matches the goth intensity, intelligence and unstoppable charm as the lead character, and this track's cover image is just right in that regard too! Watchers of the show will get the reference to 'Thing'!
Ali Pips-Yours Truly, Ms. Darkside
Ali Pips features once again as the anonymously elected queen of the scares. After her previous single Mad Queen, she has resurfaced after her nap in the grave for Yours Truly, Ms. Darkside. It is a jazz-fusion number based on rock-and has plenty to unpack. So let’s get 6 feet under for the song. Yours Truly, Ms. Darkside is showing Ali Pips sitting on her own throne of this genre, and this scale. Her melodies incite a certain helplessness, and ignite something you might dread. If this is a ramp walk with Mike Myers, Freddy & the other greats of scare, Ali Pips will walk as the headliner. You better bet this song will be playing, because it defines her signature piano playing and jazz alternative approach clearer than your demise at the climax of a horror film. Her style is assuredly leaning towards a darker sound, so the Halloween release makes a lot of sense. As she explores the theme she has chosen, or has chosen her, we see some interesting flourishes. The breakdown at the two minute mark is a melodic monologue of sorts, with the marching style beat dropping a dark shroud over the songs overall feel. The piano work sells the depth of the song, and shows how masterfully Ali can navigate her primary instrument. This song would fit great into the movie Wonderwoman! Check out the movie here - https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/wonder_woman_2017
AnnaBella-Liar, Liar
AnnaBella is a duo you won’t find very often. A songwriter duo of a vintage doll, Anna and the singer/performer Bella, who have a symbiotic relationship in music. The doll writes, the singer performs. This results in a volatile combination of hard rock and voluminous guitar sounds. This is the latest single from this duo, Liar, Liar. There is more than a hint of contempt from AnnaBella. The truth can be evaded, but only for so long. They wait for judgement day, with hands clasped in joy. This is a rock song that brings slowly burns into the chorus, and is a rocking one. The chords strike hard and relinquish, trying every effect to bring in the drama for the lyrical push. The verse section has some simple, luring electric guitar groove. The drums help in leading the track to the punch of the chorus, the bridge almost reminiscent of a choir. The hook is in the chorus, brimming with the energy necessary to power the track through. The production allows the kick to be felt, not only heard. I would definitely chart this for the biography for AnnaBella. This is an interesting tale that would have an intriguing story, and the scene almost looks too perfect. As the guilty is traced, you see these masterminds cackling with joy. You can hear this intense combo in their other singles like Homewrecker & Replaced. They are just getting started, and we can’t wait to see where they go. Till then enjoy their single and watch your back!
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[User] Salv.E- The Depths
[User] Salv.E is a rising artist who creates a very distinctive genre of music. His music is a culmination of rock and pop but somehow not entirely as well. It’s got a very eerie atmosphere to it. [User] Salv.E released a fresh album called The Depths. The album is filled with many new elements. It consists of isolated audio that barrels into the song aLongTimeAgo For example, the first track aLongTimeAgo begins with ominous whispers where you can’t recognise what the singer is trying to say. It feels like an incoherent chant that a person says repeatedly, only to fall on deaf ears. We then have Salve.E's voice shoot into its entrance. The track seems to be directed at an ex-relationship which was toxic and exhausting. We immediately jump into Pyromaniac. The track addresses what happens post-turmoil. After the dust settles, you’re left wondering what the next course of action would be. In this case, it’s burning bridges and dealing with the absence through whatever means necessary. Like a cleansing or a detoxing ritua. The rhyme scheme on this number is incredibly impressive. “Burning bridges 'cause it’s what I do, It’s better than getting along with you.” These lines must burn to whomever it is addressed. The Depths Most of Salv.E’s songs have a distinctive rap quality to it. It oozes a sense of frustration, anger and catharsis. The album slows down with The Depths. We are suddenly let into [User] Salv.E' loneliness. The number isn’t as eerie in ambience as the rest of the album. The singer truly stands bear with his emotions in this number. The names of each song is ominous, aimed to create an environment of mystery. It is paired with vivid visuals in the videos that speak of genuine and dark matters of life. [User] Salv.E’s voice is a needed unfiltered microscope into every emotion deemed negative which needs an outlet. When in reality they’re emotions that must be felt, acknowledged and held, much like any other emotion. Hereditary is a film crafted to perfection, from the script, casting and cinematography. We have all seen Toni Collete's delivery of the infamous Annie monologue in the film. The first half of the album can fit into this film exceptionally well, with its atmospheric sounds and moody beat structure. The film has similar qualities. We are introduced to the creepy and empty house by footsteps and then we see the door open and the family makes its way into the empty house. The film plays with layers physically, each scene sinks into the next with each ending frame. This is to portray how certain things have a way of trickling down family trees. [User] Salv.E is unlike any other artist we have in this day and age who not only breaks boundaries of genres but quite literally creates his own. Check out his socials to see what I mean about his excellent craftsmanship that makes you feel. Isn’t that the point of art? To experience new feelings?
Alternate Jane- Higher Ground
Higher Ground by Alternate Jane AKA Janice Leong is a fresh take on classic rock as a genre. She comes in with her dynamic blend of energy, melody and sheer grit. The track starts off with a mood-building guitar strum that is amplified by the synth. Jane’s gentle voice is in direct contrast with the soft-punk/rock atmosphere of the instruments. As the song picks up the pace with the drums, guitars and synth, you hear the resemblance to evanescence’s “Bring Me To Life”. Jane has an altered hook that adds so much texture to the song as she softens her voice when the song peaks. The guitar and the synth combo add an eerie quality to the song that evokes Gothic yet romantic imagery. A story that plays with gothic imagery, morality and romance brilliantly is Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. It’s no secret that Jane Eyre is the captain of the “I can fix him” club. The Bronté sisters have however mastered the art of slow burn. The readers and viewers are left screaming “How are you so smart and this naive at the same time? He has his wife locked up in his attic!”. Higher Ground can be played as the house goes up in flames and we are left with the imagery of Bertha, Jane and Edward standing in one frame and in the fire. Alternate Jane has captured multiple genres in one song. The production quality of the song is top-notch, giving each instrument its space to shine. She has a way with words and her voice is as smooth as silk, transporting you to a world she meticulously engineered. To say that she’s greatly talented is an understatement.