ReeToxA - Double A Side (Akaroa/Erica and the Stars).
There is a blissful abandon that creeps in as you listen to folk/Indigenous music, and ReeToxA has mastered the art of whipping up the perfect release, Double A Side (Akaroa/Erica and the Stars).
D.D.R - Blinded By the Blonde
D.D.R. delivers a stunning classic rock journey with debut EP, 'Blinded By The Blonde'! Divorced Dad Rock, D.D.R comes from the mind of Stephen Paul, novelist and musician extraordinaire! Take one listen to D.D.R's blistering debut EP and you'l know exactly what we mean. Think the thilling rock vocals of Bryan Adams meets the never say die riffs of Metallica and the overall impact of a supergroup like Journey, and that's what you're in for with D.D.R. They say challenges maketh the man, and its quite true that a divorced dad's challenge is a sight to behold. It's kind of extreme rollercoaster of emotions that reflects in D.D.R's music. A thrilling expression of freedom, love and beyond! We open with 'Never Forever' and right from the get go, this is track that means business. Layers of distortion get you amped up appropriately, leading into an electrifying solo, fingers racing ferociously across notes like a crazed roadrunner. The vocals, sung by Paul himself, are expressive and loaded with angst, delivered impressively. The compostion is emotional, confident and oozes rockstar persona and charm. The lyrics, hit home at a crushing truth. This, this love that felt so good was never meant to last. Perhaps it was its ephemeral nature that made it feel so so good. Paul drives home the point that he refuses being taken for granted and disrespected cos he knows the truth, finally. 'It was never forever...', he sings passionately, just as you would when he expressed his love. They say the opening salvo can tell you a lot about an album, and 'Blinded By The Blonde' lets us know of its high octane, riff driven, classic rock identity right away. The theme of the album reflects the journey, rather a game of survival, of playing your cards right, when you're faced with an opponent oh so bedazzling. Atleast on the outside, that is. 'Sleeping with the Enemy' lets us know of their true game, manipulating and cheating to make you feel worthless. 'Just 10 Minutes In' returns that thrilling, blood-pumping rock energy and tells a compelling tale to boot. What we begin to realise about D.D.R is that this is gem of a find, one that blends classic rock spirit with modern energy and excellent production. In a time of destruction of the classic love tropes, D.D.R's music resonates loud and clear. For anyone who's ever been led astray in love, this feels like the comeback album to revive your spirit and ignite your inner fire. There's plenty of quality, intelligent rock music loaded in this album. Jump on the D.D.R train and rock on! Its the kind of album we can see being the score for a racy, in-your-face movie like 'Marty Supreme'. Who says rock is dead? D.D.R dares to disagree. With this sublime, hard hitting EP release, 'Blinded By The Blonde'!
M & J - NOT A LOVE SONG
There is always a jazzy poppy number to brighten your day, and NOT A LOVE SONG by M & J is one such number.
The Mess:Age - Light of Blue “Sugar Ocean Girl”
- English (US)
The Mess:Age aka Glen Brandon “Ziggy” returns with “Light of Blue ‘Sugar Ocean Girl’,” a bright and romantic pop rock track that channels the colourful optimism of classic songwriting.
Throes NYC - Always, Baby
- English (US)
Throes NYC kick off their new EP "The Wires Out" with the hard-hitting “Always, Baby,” a ditty that trip hop with Lana Del Rey vibes, creating a fresh sound that defines the duo's music. Read The full review on IndieMusicFlix!
A'shon Galaxy - Save The Last Dance
- English (US)
A’shon Galaxy’s ‘Save The Last Dance’ is a modern R&B bop that makes you sway as much as it makes you kinda melancholic. Read the full review only on Indie Music Flix!
George Styles - How Will I Ever Know
New Kids on the block, 'George Styles' dim the mood with hypnotic alt rock expression, 'How Will I Ever Know'. Imagine if you will, if Nirvana and Panthera joined forces to recreate their cult single, 'Cemetary Gates' but make it grunge/punk. This track feels like the result of such a thoiught experiment. And we're playing this on loop, as we did many a Nirvana and Panthera single. Seemingly outta nowhere comes George Styles, bereft of any pomp and fanfare, but with razor-sharp hard rock sensibilities and numbing, hypnotic vocals and progressions built around a fairly simple premise. How will I ever know? The track opens with aforementioned Panthera-esque, moody guitar tones. Listen closely and just tell us, you don't hear the opening notes to Cemetery Gates?! Moving on. Haunting, deadpan vocals express a infinite void in the absence of the one. His vocal tone is spine-chillingly dark and hypnotic. The murky arrangements make it hard to figure out just which way this is heading into. Pleasingly, we delve even deeper into the darkness. Patiently and deeply expressively. The vocal haunts matched by the moody, serious guitar tones. Its super minimal and feels right. Just after the two min mark, you sense a growth in impetus and intention, a few bass notes now flowing along with the airy atmospherics. With all the tension built, it was only a matter a time till the levee broke. And break it does , ending with rageful, grunge-infused, driving arrangements. This is the kind of overarching movie score we could imagine playing out in the latest movie 'Obsession'. Its dark, moody, serious tones would make for an excellent match to the film's darkness, we thinks. Enjoy!
Noah James Mass - I Am the One
- English (US)
Noah James Mass brings indie rock grit and 90s Brit indie pop-rock energy together on “I Am the One,” a swaggering, melodic track that feels both nostalgic and sharply modern.
Peter Xifaras - Suite Lady Greensleeves
- English (US)
Composer Peter Xifaras has taken familiar hook of the English traditional folk melody "Greensleeves" and created a musical narrative around it in his new orchestral album "Suite Lady Greensleeves." Read the full review on Indie Music Flix!
Julia Victoria - Honeyhaired Girl
Julia Victoria brings out the best of her advice in Honeyhaired Girl. With a voice as saccharine-laced as hers, even the harshest truth goes down with ease.
Notre Dame De La Colline - Le Chant Du Fracas
There are a few torchbearers of music who lull the troubled souls at ease and to rest, and Notre Dame De La Colline is one such collective.
Catlea - Someone's Got To
- English (US)
US-born and now based in London, Catlea brings a unique perspective to her music by combining contemporary indie pop influences with timeless singer-songwriter traditions.