Album Reviews

This section includes a running list of the music reviews we publish. We also publish a lot of interviews, curate playlists, and podcast. Want to submit your music?

Hoarfrost and Crocus Shoots, Time to Enjoy Jessye DeSilva’s New Album

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 10, 2019 12:09 pm Tagged With: Alt-Country, alternative rock, Boston, Folk, Massachusetts, Piano, singer, songwriter, United States

Boston based singer/songwriter Jessye DeSilva has delivered a delightful listening experience with the new album Hoarfrost and Crocus Shoots. Jessye creates from a rather unique perspective but one that is beginning to blossom more and more each day. Identifying as a non-binary queer person who grew up surrounded by church-going conservatives, Jessye is no stranger […]

Merv Pinny Melts Faces, Rocks Socks Off, Listen To Twisted Minds Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 9, 2019 10:56 am Tagged With: hard rock, Metal, New Zealand, Rock, singer, songwriter

Prepare to have your socks rocked off, your faces melted, and your sensory system kicked into overdrive as you click play on Merv Pinny’s new single Twisted Minds. Who is Merv Pinny?!?! Don’t worry, I scratched my head and thought the same thing. Apparently we’ve been missing out! Let me summarize what we’ve missed (so […]

Onism E Rocks Your Senses on New Single, Listen to Stay

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 9, 2019 10:31 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, New York City, Rock, singer, United States

NYC based Onism E is a project started by musician and songwriter Eline Chavez. The new single, Stay, is now available for your listening pleasure! Following up the success of her solo album (The Epic and Reckless), Onism E is the next chapter in Eline’s creative process. Having built a reputation as a workhorse in […]

Andy J Hale Delivers Radio-Friendly, Traditional Country Vibes with Turn Away, Listen Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 9, 2019 10:10 am Tagged With: Country, singer, songwriter

Singer/songwriter Andy J Hale has a new engaging, catchy, radio-friendly, traditional country single titled Turn Away. With a foot tappin’ rhythm, memorable melodies, an uplifting groove and an excellent performance, Turn Away is a solid single easily enjoyed (and sure to be embraced) by fans of country music which lean more toward the traditional than […]

The Impersonators Are Back With Latest Single and Video, Watch Sad Café Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 8, 2019 3:29 pm Tagged With: alternative rock, Europe, Finland, indie rock, pop rock, Rock

Finland based rockers The Impersonators have become regulars on these pages. Feel free to browse or search our archives for more music from these talented song crafters. The band is back with their latest single and music video, Sad Café Behind every good song is a good story, Sad Café is no exception. Let the […]

Aaron Hart (of Love Stallion) Delivers Arena-Sized, 1980s Piano Pop Rock Ballads on Valentine

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 8, 2019 1:34 pm Tagged With: adult contemporary, Colorado, Piano, singer, songwriter, United States

Aaron Hart is one part of 80s glam rockers Love Stallion who have graced these pages before. Aaron steps out on his own with a new EP, Valentine, featuring three highly emotive, 1980s, arena-sized piano ballads which leave you no choice but to grab the closest lighter, ignite and wave in the air. It’s safe […]

John Vento Delivers Good Vibes, Great Jam with Rainbows and Lightning

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 8, 2019 1:13 pm Tagged With: Americana, folk rock, indie rock, Pennsylvania, singer, songwriter, United States

Pennsylvania based rocker John Vento has watched his single Rainbows and Lightning hit the Top 20 on iTunes Canada charts while being embraced by radio stations internationally. Vento was also selected as a Billboard Magazine Emerging Artist in January 2019. Founded in Americana roots rock, Rainbows and Lightning is a definite mood booster which will […]

Dr. BENTZ Motivates With New Single, Listen to Risin’ Up Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 8, 2019 12:53 pm Tagged With: Canada, edm, Hip Hop

Canada based artist Dr. BENTZ combines lyricism, Hip Hop and EDM for a motivational, uplifting new single titled Risin’ Up. Risin’ Up focuses on rising above all the obstacles and challenges to pursue your truest, deepest passions. When Dr. BENTZ speaks on this subject, he speaks on his truth. On top of the music, BENTZ […]

Diamond Lake Deliver Jammin’ New Single Light On, Recreate Narratives with Visuals

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 10:08 am Tagged With: indie rock, Rock

Rockers Diamond Lake originally formed in Brooklyn in 2012 before relocating to Minneapolis and adding Andy Gruhn (bass/keyboards) a couple years later. Jarrod Riddle handles vocals, guitars and keys. Ollie Bauer handles drums and programming. Light On is from the band’s latest EP, Changes, which was released in 2018. Featuring ear grabbing, groovy bass, a […]

All Dawgs Go To Heaven, Rock Out With Memphis’ Fingertrick on New Single

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 9:53 am Tagged With: alternative rock, hard rock, Memphis, pop punk, Rock, Tennessee, United States

Memphis based rockers Fingertrick have delivered an energetic, highly infectious single titled All Dawgs Go To Heaven. For more great punk-infused, hard rockin’, guitar soaring jams, be sure to check out the band’s album If Requiems Were Record Deals. With memorable hooks, contagious melodies, electric-guitar driven walls of sound, a heavy dose of punk attitude […]