Tundra is a new single from Canadian singer/songwriter, Goldie. The song is a prelude to the artist’s upcoming album Blind!, (which is available to pre-order and is set to be released on March 23rd of this year). With an uplifting tone and bright guitars, Tundra impresses as a well executed adult contemporary song. This remarkably peppy and organic acoustic rock jam is fronted by Goldie’s capable vocals. This isn’t your typical “coffee house” style track. There’s a clean and energetic rock’n’roll vibe. The natural ambiance and feel good sentiment makes me think this song would work well in a commercial. Its catchy chorus leaves the listener in a refreshed mood and ready to take on the great wilderness of life. Tundra is professionally produced, proficiently performed and ready for prime time.

For more info:

Website: http://www.goldiemusic.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Goldie-Music-796833710699009/

XI:XI is a new album from avant garde artist, Annabelle. The Roman numerals XI:XI (11:11) take on a personal meaning for the artist, symbolizing that she is precisely “where she needs to be.” The music itself displays an elevated consciousness, brimming with spirituality throughout. Often minimalist and meditative, these quietly sentimental tracks kick into high gear periodically, dialing up the intensity. Annabelle’s vocals are magnetic and comforting. In fact, this artist could probably make excellent ASMR videos if she wanted to. She has a great natural voice that takes the listener along on her delightful spiritual journey. Tender and sincere, this is indie music in its purest form.

For more info:

https://www.instagram.com/thatsannabelle/

I’ll Pray For You is a brand new single from the indie band Stereosight. It literally just came out a few days ago. The band’s style has often been descibed as “cinematic.” In fact this jam does have a very theatrical feel to it and would fit well on any contemporary, avant garde film soundtrack. The sound is classy and atmospheric, while the ambiance is brimming with emotional energy. Expressive vocals and softly dramatic synths drive much of the action. The song maintains a moderate pacing throughout. While the lyrics touch upon some delicate subjects= matter, the tone is uplifting and never overwhelms the listener with excessive intensity. The vocals are powerfully and passionately delivered but sit neatly blended into the mix, not too far out front. I’ll Pray For You is a great example of next generation indie rock, which combines elements of emo, alternative, rock and synthpop, but in the end manages to carve out its own distinct and professional manifestation. This song is artistic enough for the indie crowd but musically accessible to mainstream audiences.

For more info:

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/stereosight/ill-pray-for-you

UNBREAKABLE is a new full length album from artist, Dejhare (pronounce deɪ-Jhar). The release blends a variety of musical styles and is difficult to classify in terms of genre but could best be described as avant garde, professional pop. The tone ranges from upbeat and danceable to quiet and sentimental. While many tracks feature a peppy, optimistic ambiance, others are more delicate and express a sincere longing. Dejhare is an incredible singer. Her voice is so impressive it could stand alone even without any backing music at all. Really just a flawless vocal performance throughout the entire album. There’s plenty of creativity on display musically, with a ton of variety in these songs. No two tracks sound the same. The synths are often dreamy and ethereal, reflective of the artist’s hopeful outlook and persona. My personal favorite track is What is Love. It has a catchy, sparkling beat and all the ingredients of a hit in the making. The Best We Have Now is another memorable number and contains a first rate chorus. I can’t think of anything to constructively criticize about this album. It’s just excellent and very well put together.

For more info:

https://www.dejhare.com/
https://album.link/i/1479123766
https://music.apple.com/us/album/unbreakable/1479123766

Days of Our Lives is a new single from Kentucky based artist, Philly Blocks (aka “The Team 563 Boss”). Though he was born in Louisville, he uses the moniker “Philly” because he was heavily influenced by east coast rappers and often spent a great deal of time in Philadelphia with relatives who lived there.

The song chronicles the thrills, trials and tribulations of Louisville life. Production quality on this track is excellent. There’s great clarity in the mix and sonically the whole thing is just very pleasing. Philly’s vocals are at the forefront and his updeat delivery drives the action. He has a powerful stage presence which you can feel through the recording. This guy absolutely knows how to write a catchy rap song. His lyrics are both serious and entertaining, peppering memorable pop culture references here and there (Hulk Hogan gets a mention!) The backing music features light synths, occasionally intensified for dramatic effect, with occasional backing vocals adding an air of mystery to the ambiance. Days of Our Lives is a solid hip hop jam.

For more info:

https://audiomack.com/song/mixtape-republic/days-of-our-lives
https://twitter.com/phillyblocks
https://www.instagram.com/phillyblocks

https://soundcloud.com/phillyblocks563/days-of-our-lives-prod-by-c-freshco

Denial is a new single from Philadelphia based pop artist, Fawaz. The song deals with the emotional fallout resulting from a girl leaving him for another guy. Influenced by artists like “The Weeknd,” this sentimental and heartbreakingly sincere track remains musically energized and upbeat throughout, despite the bleak subject matter. Fawaz isn’t afraid of revealing his vulnerabilties, which is refreshing for an artist in a genre with no shortage of huge egos. His vocals seem form fitted for pop/R&B and the backing music has a dynamic dazzle to it. Even if this song isn’t enough to win the girl in question back, the expressiveness conveyed will resonate with others and should ultimately prove to be psychologically satisfying.

For more info:

https://www.instagram.com/wazsb/

Eruptions is a new EP from Minnestor centered group, Emerald Suspension. While it incorporates a number of genres and subgenres, the best way to describe this is “experimental DIY music.” Initially, I assumed it was going to be simply indie experimental electronic style music that’s darkly futuristic and utilizes mechanical sounds. However, there’s a lot more going on here. The songs make use of “guitar, percussion, vocals, samples, noise, effects and DIY instruments.” At times it almost reminds me of one those halloween sound effect cassettes they used to sell when I was a kid. I can’t even detect all the instuments used here. The opening jam, Level Ground is out of this world. It’s like if Donald Duck was reading a spoken word poem against a backdrop of a 90s indie horror movie soundtrack.

So basically this release is weird, but it’s weird in the best ways possible. Unlike so much “experimental” music, these recordings truly stand out as being creative and memorably interesting. Another track, Eruption sounds like what I would imagine a struggling air conditioning system to sound like on a desolate spaceship. This is where the industrial influences creep in, but in a minimalist, avant garde fashion rather than the pulsepounding, big production style of bands like Orgy and Nine Inch Nails. All of the songs are very distinct. Just when you think you’ve got these guys pinned down musically, they throw you an unexpected curve ball. No two tracks are alike. The bizarre and unpredictably psychedelic General Random is probably my favorite jam on here, though I couldn’t really tell you why (it’s just a vibe.) Be sure and stick around for the last song, Your Eurorack, which nothing I would write here could prepare you for.

For more info:

https://emeraldsuspension.com/listen
https://emeraldsuspension.com/videos

The Lookout is a new release from hip hop artist, Saralyn More. Production quality on both the song and the video is very good (Rodzilla is credited as the video director). You can tell from her delivery and demeanor that Saralyn is not playing around. Her tone is brimming with confidence, and her performance lives up to it. The tone is crisp and clear, and she demonstrates an attention commanding presence. This track is very well mixed and the charismatic vocals are kept nicely in the forefront. There is no autotune or excessive processing to dilute the powerful diction of this woman’s voice. This jam isn’t for the faint of heart, but is geared for those who are getting ready to handle business. The Lookout makes a bold statement musically. Visually it’s very professionally shot, with scenery and symbolism getting the message across loud and clear. Regardless of gender, The Lookout sets a high standard for indie hip hop production.

For more info:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMpRbqdt7x4

The Wild One is a new EP from Seattle-born artist, YellaCatt. First off, this girl can really sing and does so with style. Her vocals are like a combination of lounge, pop and alternative electronica. She delivers her lyrics with the sultry, angsty attitude of 90s alternative bands, but she clearly has superior vocal ability than many of those artists. The synth driven backing music is trippy and futuristic, with a mellow pacing and dark, brooding ambiance. This release only contains 4 songs, but you don’t need to hear much from this girl before realizing she has what it takes to go all the way to the top. Wild Horse is probably my favorite jam on here, but they are all good. Honestly, the film producers should have hired this girl to write and sing the theme to the next James Bond film. Better yet, they should just use one of the tracks from this EP.

For more info:

https://www.instagram.com/yellacatt.music/
https://www.facebook.com/YellaCatt.Music
http://yellacatt.com/

Satanic Mechanic is a new single from Bay Area garage/punk band, FUKM. This is an established group that has been around for over a decade, yet still maintains a fresh sound and youthful enthusiasm. The song combines elements of metal, punk and good old rock’n’roll. A good way to describe it would be if you combined heavy metal guitars with old school punk/hardcore vocals. It’s subtle, but I can even detect a hint of surf tones here and there on the periphery. There’s some really excellent guitar and bass playing on this track, much more technical and polished than what one normally expects from this genre. This demonstrates the band’s experience and professionalism, with the slick solos and razor sharp timing. Vocalist Joe Fink delivers his catchy lines with vitality and charisma. These guys aren’t your typical, “dime a dozen” hardcore band. Their music is a cut above. The video for this jam recently premiered a few days ago and features FUKM performing and basically rocking out. It’s professionally edited and looks pretty solid. You can check it out below.

For more info:

https://www.fukm.org/
https://www.facebook.com/FUKM-233982074690/