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Interview with Fitzsimon and Brogan – Big Blue World

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 15, 2018 11:17 am Tagged With: indie rock, London, Rock, United Kingdom

London based duo Neil Fitzsimon (songwriter) and Bee Brogan (vocalist), aka Fitzsimon & Brogan, create what they refer to as “pure pop for now people”. Formerly members of the band Pretty Blue Gun, the duo has been through indie label deals, Sony licensing deals and two critically acclaimed album releases. Guest musicians on those projects […]

Astronomique Takes Us On A Spacey, Psych-Rock Journey On New Album Sharp Divide

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 8, 2018 9:09 am Tagged With: Alternative, indie rock, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Psychedelic Rock, Rock, synth pop

Get ready to jam with Minneapolis based psych-pop-space-rockers Astronomique as they guide us through the soundtrack of their newest space wave journey Sharp Divide. From the moment I clicked play, I knew I was in for a sonic treat. Hypnotic vocals, melodically rich elements from surf-rock-esque guitars to synth-fueled arpeggiations and smooth, body swayin’ rhythms […]

N E U R O T I X Take It Back To Grunge Foundation With New Single Loser, More Music Coming Soon

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 5, 2018 8:57 am Tagged With: alternative rock, Chicago, grunge, Illinois, indie rock, Rock, United States

Chicago based musician, singer and songwriter Dom Tonozzi had let music rest on the back burner for the better part of a decade when he woke one morning ready to start a band. As if the stars had aligned, he reached to drummer Dave Reisig who had crossed paths with previously when searching for drum […]

Interview with Ferentz and The Felons – Hudson County

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 29, 2018 12:03 pm Tagged With: Folk, folk rock, indie rock, singer, songwriter

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Zak of Ferentz and The Felons about the latest release, motivations, challenges and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. If you missed my previous feature about Ferentz and The Felons, find that article here. Where are you from and what style of music do you […]

Interview with Lana Blac – Suck You In

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 29, 2018 11:52 am Tagged With: Alternative, hard rock, indie rock, New York City, Rock, United States

NY-based dark singer Lana Blac has been creating a name for herself online and is gearing up to release a slew of new songs guaranteed to rock you to your core. A life-long artist, she has harnessed the power of social media to gain a substantial following of over 78,000 on Instagram and 7500 on […]

Wasabi Fire Alarm Releasing New Album Very Soon, Listen to Two Fingers In A V and Numb Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 24, 2018 1:00 pm Tagged With: hard rock, indie rock, Rock

Wasabi Fire Alarm came into being in early 2018 as former members of Resistance joined forces for a new project. Their album is coming in June but the crew has released a music video for their single Two Fingers In A V as well as another song off the album, Numb. Besides having a really […]

Jeff Leffler Delivers Upbeat Jams, Awesome Grooves and Infectious Sounds On Strip Me Bare

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 24, 2018 12:33 pm Tagged With: Funk, indie rock, pop rock, Rock, singer, songwriter

Joel Leffler’s newest project, Strip Me Bare, is a highly infectious, danceable, funky groovin’ collection of six well crafted, well produced songs that are guaranteed to uplift your mood and your spirit with it’s barrage of upbeat, motviational pop-rockin’ frequencies. From the moment I clicked play, I was immediately overwhelmed with a wall of sound […]

Jab, Jab, Punch! Shaman Elect Hit Us With Multiple Sonic Adventures on Hugo of Bath and Ships Ahoy

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 24, 2018 11:13 am Tagged With: Alternative, Electronic, Experimental, indie rock, Progressive

Combining jazz, rock, electronica and an experimental attitude, Ethan Warshowsky (synths, vocals) and Fredy Garcia (guitar, vocals) formed Shaman Elect as they began developing each other’s songs. Soon, in time for their first live performance, Mike Malkowski (drums, vocals) as well as singer and now frontwoman Sarah Warshowsky transformed the dyanmic duo into a quad […]

Natalie Lucassian Delivers Smooth Vintage Pop with Alternative Edge with Restless, 12:26 Now Available

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 21, 2018 11:32 am Tagged With: alt-pop, Alternative, Detroit, indie pop, indie rock, singer, songwriter

Detroit native alt-pop singer/songwriter Natalie Lucassian has arrived with smooth, enchanting sounds on her single Restless. Her EP, 12:26, is now available! Described as “Amy Winehouse reincarnated as Adele’s indie rock little sister”, Natalie delivers a hauntingly hypnotic performance backed by a sonic foundation that is equal parts alternative, indie rock and vintage pop. Soothing […]

Big Merino Blends Rock, Blues, Soul and Funk For Jammin’ Good Time on New Album, Suburban Wildlife

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 21, 2018 11:05 am Tagged With: Alternative, Australia, Blues, Country, indie rock, Rock, Soul

Despite Suburban Wildlife being Big Merino‘s debut album, the band is well beyond rookie status. Comprising of a team of seasoned music makers, Big Merino is the culmination of various musical styles, years of various experiences and the talented personalities which have come together like Voltron to form an appealing, soul-infused rock record that can […]