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?

The Band of the Hawk Unleash Instrumental Album, Maschine Wars: Songs of Solomon

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 21, 2017 3:15 pm Tagged With: Hip Hop, producer, rap

Hip Hop heads are going to love the new instrumental album from The Band of the Hawk, The Maschine Wars: Songs of Solomon. The Band of the Hawk consists of Noah Archangel, King aka Yeaux Majest, Ash Ra aka Houey Freeman fka Ashtonomics, P.Ey3, Grynd Seazon and Juskwam. The Maschine Wars: Songs of Solomon is […]

ORO Join Forces With China Fox for Latest Single, Escape

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 19, 2017 10:26 am Tagged With: dance, edm, indie pop, Pop

Oscar Olivo & Alexander Conway are the personalities behind the cinematic pop/dance/EDM duo ORO. On their newest single, Escape, they team up with China Fox for an engaging soirée into synth-infused atmospheres, aptly placed sonic nuance, and a soothing but powerful vocal performance. Combining elements of EDM with an orchestral arrangement that sets the foundation […]

Matt Westin is Our Redneck of the Woods, Powerful New Single Now Available

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 19, 2017 10:04 am Tagged With: Country, Pennsylvania, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Walking away from a promising career in engineering, Matt Westin found his true voice through the creative outlets of music and acting. Raised in a blue collar family in Pittsburgh, Westin has always pursued passions whether it be sports, academics or the arts. Fueled by the thrill of live performance, the tragic death of his […]

Tim Cheesebrow Uplifts With New Single, Advocates for The Arts and Education Through Music

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 19, 2017 9:44 am Tagged With: Americana, Minnesota, Roots, singer, songwriter

Having been a performer and music creator for the past 20 years, Americana and roots rocker Tim Cheesebrow has five full length solo albums under his belt, continues to perform hundreds of gigs each year, and supports a family of five with his music. He uses his experience and skill set to help young, aspiring […]

Take A Quiet Walk In The Snow with Pauline Frechette

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 18, 2017 9:54 am Tagged With: composer, pianist, singer, songwriter

Songwriter and composer Pauline Frechette has delivered a beautiful arrangement, perfect for your holiday playlists, with A Quiet Walk In The Snow: Christmas Version. Coming from a family of musicians and creators, Pauline has been a student and lover of music since a very young age. With a very impressive history and a long list […]

Collegians Return With Intense, Electro Infused, Hard Rockin’ Single, Black Mass

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 15, 2017 11:07 am Tagged With: Australia, electro rock, Electronic, Melbourne, Rock

When I first received Collegians single, Vaccine, not that long ago I became an immediate fan of this quickly rising group of top notch Australian electro-synth-rockers. Reaching #5 (and staying in the top 10 for 3 weeks) on the AMRAP Regional Charts, #9 on iTunes’ Rock Charts and Runner Up with an Honourable Mention in […]

JDR Get Tropical With Infectious Dance Vibes on New Single, Only U

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 15, 2017 10:09 am Tagged With: Australia, dance, edm, electro-pop, Pop

With the support of radio stations in Australia, JDR‘s music is intended to get you up and get you moving. Their latest single, Only U, is guaranteed to do just that! Infecting us with ocean breezes and tropical vibes, Only U is a contagious dance jam which leaves you no choice but to get off […]

RaR Will Uplift and Make You Move With New Single featuring Elizabeth Robinson, Darkness

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 14, 2017 1:10 pm Tagged With: dance, edm, Electronic

RaR joined forces with vocalist Elizabeth Robinson for their infectious, hypnotic, body moving new single titled Darkness. Syndney, Australia based Rich and Raymo (aka RaR) recently came together as a duo to produce music that is guaranteed to keep the party moving. Rich has been moving bodies populating dance floors and stages everywhere From Splendour […]

Sleep Science Rock Out On New Single, Sounds of the Underground

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 14, 2017 12:46 pm Tagged With: alternative rock, Canada, indie rock, Rock

Vancouver based rockers Sleep Science have arrived with an energetic sonic assault for our senses titled Sounds Of The Underground. Excellent guitar tones transition from distorted walls of sound to soul infused melodic dances as the driving rhythms and soaring vocal performance put on display the band’s ability to rock hard while maintaining a healthy […]

Elena Andujar Revives Flamenco, Blends With Hip Hop and Dance Music For Innovative, Uplifting Sounds

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman December 14, 2017 12:17 pm Tagged With: dance, edm, Florida, Hip Hop, United States

Miami based artist Elena Andujar truly stands out in a musical world over saturated with predictable and conventional songs. Raised in an environment where Flamenco was a way of life, Elena’s music is a healthy and stimulating blend of Flamenco, Dance and Hip Hop. You might be trying to wrap your mind around how that […]