The All’s Eye – Saturday Sessions
The All’s Eye — a dynamic trio featuring Ari Joshua on electric guitar, FX, and vocals, Ben Atkind on drums, and Kris Yunker on Hammond organ and vocals — delivers an electric and joyful performance in their latest 2-track live EP, Saturday Sessions Live from Hopatcong, New Jersey. This two-song set is a masterclass in blending skat-jazz sensibilities with the raw, kinetic energy of rock’n’roll, offering a sound that’s both nostalgic and freshly unpredictable. Opening track “Gramama” bursts onto the scene with a cheerful, jolly strut. It’s playful, bright, and almost cartoonishly fun — the kind of tune that wouldn’t feel out of place in a zany chase sequence from The Little Hours or a surreal moment in Search Party. The upbeat retro rock vibe is infectious, driven by Joshua’s spirited guitar leads, Atkind’s agile drumming, and Yunker’s charismatic organ licks. Sonically, the track excels with a clean and crisp frequency spectrum — every instrument claims its space in the carefully crafted stereo field, creating a listening experience that’s both balanced and full of personality. The second track, “Say What You Wanna Say,” dives into funkier territory while keeping its jazz roots intact. The rhythm section lays down a tight, head-nodding groove as Yunker’s Hammond lines swirl around Joshua’s expressive guitar work. There’s an easy swagger here, a confident, improvisational flair that speaks to the band’s comfort with pushing genre boundaries. This track, in particular, would fit beautifully into a quirky indie film or a sitcom with fast-paced chaos and clever humor. It wouldn’t feel out of place soundtracking a stylized escape scene in a show like Search Party Part of the indie music scene’s growing cadre of genre-blenders, The All’s Eye brings something fresh and fluid to the table. Each member brings years of experience from acclaimed musical circles — with Ari Joshua’s deep roots in jazz fusion, Ben Atkind’s rhythmic mastery, and Kris Yunker’s soulful, psychedelic organ work. Saturday Sessions Live from Hopatcong is more than just a jam — it’s a glimpse into a musical ecosystem where joy, spontaneity, and storytelling thrive.
DownTown Mystic- Mystic Highway
DownTown Mystic caters to every kind of listener there is, and their latest album, Mystic Highway, is a one-way ticket to fan town. The album is an energizer that will leave your senses dancing its head off. Their music are a blend of the old and new; they seem to mix two-step and doo-wop with rock and roll every now and then. Each one of their songs paints a picture. While all the songs have a theme, they each have wildly different personalities. Each one of their songs is a nod to Buffalo Springfield, the genre in particular. DownTown Mystic say We Have History We Have History 2025 Leon Zervos Remaster to kick things off, and what a start it is. The band plays with pace so much in this track. They use each instrument to intensify the track. The strong drum and guitar combo fills the listeners with a rush of energy. You can also hear the keys predominantly, but there are moments when it has a flair of its own, embellishing the track. The track really sets the tone for what is to come in the album. It has a mix of the exact energy the band focuses on. Lost and Found Lost and Found is a number that truly amps up the energy and intensity. It is a number that would be hard to ignore on the dance floor, and just as your body gets used to the kicks and swings in the music, DownTown Mystic gives us Some Day 2025. Leon Zervos Remaster. This is the turning point in the album where the tone of both the instrumental and the lyrics focuses on nostalgia. It mimics a slow walk down memory lane. Someday’s Always Doing Something to Somebody (Radio Edition) Someday’s Always Doing Something to Somebody (Radio Edition) This is the only number that has the vocals that take a clear center stage. In every other number, you clearly know that the instruments are the real stars, and the lyrics add the much-needed finishing touch that it needs. It highlights how, from the beginning of time, there has always been conflict and hurt, but with a little bit of spunk behind the words. The track leaves you wanting more, especially because they slowed things down in the previous number! But this track truly captures the spirit of the band; it makes you want to sing and celebrate with them. The album is a surprise. They have their own language and tapestry of music that people can slip in and out of their worlds with great ease. There is a great form of world-building that DownTown Mystic does that is unmatched. An album like this can be used in films and series that have an energy of experimentation and rebellion in them, like My Lady Jane. The band is literal magic in sonic form! You can check out the links attached above to see when their next release or performances are.