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?

Steven Blane Band Delivers Sonic Goodness and Masterful Songwriting on The Shed Sessions

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 18, 2017 11:29 am Tagged With: Acoustic, Americana, Folk, New York City, singer, songwriter, United States

Following up his Nashville recorded album (I Confess), Steven Blane headed down to Lake Worth, Florida for The Shed Sessions. As you can assume by the name, Blane’s newest project was recorded in a shed in the Sunshine State. Embracing his acoustic guitar and putting his masterful song crafting abilities on display, Steven Blane delivers […]

Lisa Marie Ellingsen Delivers Timeless, Americana Sounds On A Little Help From Above

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 17, 2017 12:21 pm Tagged With: Americana, Folk, gospel, singer, songwriter

Lisa Marie Ellingsen captures the essence of uniquely American styles in her heartfelt, pragmatic approach to music and songwriting. Her album Nola To Noho was released in May (2017) and features a collection of originals, both old and new, which captures the classic, nostalgia-inducing, old timey sounds of American music styles ranging from folk to […]

1403 Releases Newest Single Tonight

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 17, 2017 12:04 pm Tagged With: London, Pop, singer, songwriter, United Kingdom

1403 has been writing and collaborating under various names over the years. His collaborations include names such as Sasha, Cypress Hill and Disturbing London’s G-FrSH. His work has also appeared in several film scores as well as ad campaigns encompassing a wide range of musical styles. Somewhere along the line 1403 met and then teamed […]

First Blush Releases Third and Final Single from Debut LP, Before & After

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 17, 2017 11:46 am Tagged With: indie rock, Rock, singer, songwriter

First Blush is the brainchild and moniker of Charles Sekel who has arrived with the release of the 3rd and final single from his debut LP (Monologic), Before & After. With a background in jazz and classical music, First Blush brings a unique and refreshing approach to his electronic-infused style of indie rock. Before & […]

Paul Maged Releases Emotional, Impactful Cover of Like A Stone

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 17, 2017 10:43 am Tagged With: Alternative, alternative rock, Rock, singer, songwriter

Like many of us, Paul Maged was shocked and devastated by the news of Chris Cornell’s passing. Considering Chris’ music was a huge source of influence and inspiration, Paul wanted to pay tribute in the best way he knew how; covering one of Cornell’s songs, Like A Stone. Creating the foundation for his impactful, emotional […]

Tres Viche and Kvng Greek Join Forces For New Single CreepN

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 17, 2017 10:24 am Tagged With: Hip Hop, Poetry, Spoken Word

Tres Viche (who we’ve featured before) joined forces with Kvng Greek for their spoken word rendition of TLC’s hit single Creep titled CreepN. Following up his visual mixtape, If Thoughts Could Speak, Tres Viche and Kvng Greek explore the true victim of creeping and what happens to an individual when they allow themself to feel […]

Adam Winn Releases Delightful, Soothing Self-Titled EP

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 14, 2017 10:52 am Tagged With: Acoustic, Canada, Folk, singer, songwriter

Adam Winn is a local favorite among the community of Fort St. John, British Columbia where he has been sharing his music to supportive audiences and has also served as a firefighter for the past 9 years. With a smooth, soothing voice and his acoustic guitar, Adam manages to evoke emotions with sweet melodies and […]

Enzo Sprigg Releases New Album, Listen to Lead Single Raygun Love Transmission

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 14, 2017 8:10 am Tagged With: Electro, Electronic, industrial, Los Angeles, singer, songwriter, synth pop, United States

We recently interviewed Enzo Sprigg discussing influences, his newest project (Cosmic Bipolar Nebula) and much more. You can find the full interview here. The lead single from Enzo’s latest album, Raygun Love Transmission, is a pulsating, hauntingly hypnotic, dark wave jam woven with elements of industrial and electronic music resulting in a down tempo, cosmic […]

How About A Heavy Metal Masterpiece? The Maestro Abides and He Abides In Epic Fashion

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman July 12, 2017 2:57 pm Tagged With: California, hard rock, Metal, United States

I don’t know where to begin… How about with the arena sized wall of sound? How about the masterful songwriting? And the profound and symbolic depth of the lyrics? How about the gut punching, sensory system stimulating, heavy metal slap in the face? The raging guitar solos? The sweet distorted tones? The headbanging rhythms? The […]

Progressive Americana Rockers GREYE Return With New Album, Windows

by Featured Guest July 12, 2017 9:56 am Tagged With: Americana, Florida, Pop, Progressive, Rock, United States

This feature was written by Andrea Caccese. You can find more from Andrea at this link. GREYE is a band with a rather distinctive approach to their sound. Their songs are an eclectic combination of progressive, Americana, alternative rock and indie pop. Their most recent release, “Windows”, is the leading single and title track of […]