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?

Christa Deana Uplifts, Nurtures the Spirit on New Single and Video, Shine

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 9:38 am Tagged With: Christian, gospel, R&B, singer, songwriter, Soul

Singer/songwriter Christa Deana lifts the spirit with her new single and music video, Shine. With an inspiring, uplifting, motivating R&B-infused soulful, gospel sound bed, Shine is guaranteed to boost your spirit while celebrating the universal energy that connect us all; whether you call that force God, Allah, Yahweh or what have you. Christa’s powerful voice […]

Don’t Break What You Cannot Fix, Jam to the Soothing Sounds of Y. Dan Rubinstein’s New Single

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 9:09 am Tagged With: acoustic folk, Bay Area, California, Folk, folk rock, jazz, San Francisco, singer, songwriter, United States

San Francisco based singer/songwriter Y. Dan Rubinstein delivers a soothing array of jazzy, acoustic folk on his latest single Don’t Break What You Cannot Fix. Considering the current political climate where greedy businessman now have increasing power over more governments than ever before and decisions are being made based on immediate desires rather than long-term […]

The Gary Douglas Band Inspire and Uplift On New Single, Listen to Million Miles Away

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 8:45 am Tagged With: Americana, pop rock, Rock, roots rock

The Gary Douglas Band delivers inspiring, uplifting, hopeful roots rock with a massive dose of pop appeal. The latest single, Million Miles Away (off their album Deep in the Water), and accompanying lyric video is now available for your listening or viewing pleasure. Gary Douglas has graced these pages before so make sure you check […]

Jeffrey Halford & The Healers Head West Towards South on New Album, Listen Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 7, 2019 8:25 am Tagged With: Americana, Blues, blues rock, California, Folk, folk rock, San Francisco, United States

Americana, blues-infused rockers Jeffrey Halford and The Healers have arrived with a highly enjoyable listening experience on their new album West Towards South. West Towards South is packed from beginning to end with vibrant sonic tapestries and engaging storytelling that falls on the spectrum somewhere between haunting desert rock and good ole fashioned bluesy Americana. […]

Tough On Fridays Ready New Single, Preview Summer Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 28, 2019 10:19 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, Texas, United States

Texas rockers Tough On Fridays are back with a new single titled Summer. You can listen to the new jam below. We recently featured Tough On Fridays. Find that feature article here. Summer is a rock and roll jam packed with gritty guitars, infectious melodies, and a healthy dose of pop appeal. With it’s high […]

Addisyn Chafé Touches The Soul Through Song, Listen To When We Fall In Love Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 26, 2019 2:31 pm Tagged With: electro-pop, indie pop, Pop, singer, songwriter

Singer and songwriter Addisyn Chafé released her new EP, Lost, on March 1st. In this spotlight, I want to share her single When We Fall In Love. With a charming, slightly hypnotic vocal performance, Addisyn delivers a downtempo, ambient, melodically rich soundscape which sets the mood and the tone for her soulfully powered singing and […]

Ren Daversa Delivers Uplifting, Feel Good Vibes on New Album, Saltwater Now Available

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 21, 2019 9:25 am Tagged With: Acoustic, acoustic pop, California, folk pop, San Diego, singer, songwriter, United States

San Diego based singer/songwriter Ren Daversa has arrived with a delightful, uplifting listening experience titled Saltwater. The album is now available! With plenty of pop appeal, infectious melodies, memorable hooks, sweet sounding acoustic guitar tones, poignant lyricism and enough charm to keep you engaged for the long term, Ren Daversa delivers the sonic goods on […]

Interview with Silas Luster – moldamensions

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 19, 2019 11:05 am Tagged With: Hip Hop, Massachusetts, rap

Massachusetts native Hip Hop artist and filmmaker Silas Luster has delivered his latest single, moldamensions. As part of the collective The BuLife, Silas (and crew) create music that is honest, authentic and adds a much needed layer of transparency not always present in the current state of rap music. Prepping for the release of his […]

Kevin Thomas Band Preps To Release New Album, Listen to Lead Single ‘The Big Picture’ Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 14, 2019 10:41 am Tagged With: California, folk rock, Funk, indie rock, San Diego, singer, songwriter, United States

San Diego based musician and songwriter Kevin Thomas is preparing for the release of his new album A New Heart on March 29th, but today I want to share the lead single, The Big Picture, with you. Never heard of Kevin before? Neither had I, until I listened to the new album. Allow me to […]

Post Death Soundtrack Create Epic Sonic & Visual Experiences, It Will Come Out of Nowhere Now Available!

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 13, 2019 5:55 pm Tagged With: Alternative, alternative rock, avant garde, electronica, Experimental, industrial, progressive rock, Psychedelic

Post Death Soundtrack create more than just music. They create fully immersive experiences that stimulate your entire sensory system. When you click play on their new album It Will Come Out Of Nowhere, you are going to be greeted with a thrilling, experimental, psychedelic, prog-goth-industrial-rock that is quite unlike anything you’ve probably listened to before. […]