What is in a name? How can one attest to greatness, when one has never experienced madness? This is a question that Hefe Heetroc, a New Mexico transplant has pondered. What Hefe is talking about today, is what has been talked about for centuries. When one has to figure out for the longest period of […]
Raine: “Is This All” – a vision of collective aspiration and individual empowerment permeates this single
Thoughtful, in control, mature. These sentiments are eminent both lyrically and musically on Raine’s latest studio single, and accompanying video “Is This All”. This was created by experienced musicians – The guitars are omnipresent, keeping the ambitious song anchored while complementing Christina Raine’s voice in a subtle call and response fashion. Christina, meanwhile – oh, the […]
Nega Blast X: “We Want to Rock” – energetic dance beats and industrial grind
Nega Blast X is a trance techno industrial music project formed in 2010 by Burbank music arranger and author Dominic R Daniels. Techno, which is all too often the misnomer branded to all music that sounds computer generated, oftentimes including Nega Blast X in that jumble. But this project is so much more. Built around […]
Chris Ellenwood: “Panic Room EP” – a carousel of razor-sharp sonic sensibilities
The “Panic Room EP” is the kind of record you need a few plays through to fully appreciate. A lot of people are going to sleep on it. Unfortunately. Because this is nothing short of a pure little masterpiece, effectively staking Chris Ellenwood’s claim as one of the most essential newcomers to the rap game. […]
Sarantos: “You Should Be With Me (Not Him)” – the songwriter’s tour de force
Few styles of music can be as beautifully and powerfully emotional as a power ballad. But don’t think that I mock. However the craft of writing power ballads requires skill and great understanding; and the resulting song invokes the deepest of emotions from the listener. Even though you may have complete disregard for this graceful […]
Announcing the 2017 Inductees into the Album Cover Hall of Fame
Latest class of honorees in the 6 major categories – as voted on by a world-wide panel of music, art and marketing experts in the area of album cover art & packaging – represents the “who’s who” of creative and production talent, with many recognized names from the fine art and design world. Chicago, IL […]
Twice The Holiday Feel-Good Vibe From NYC Indie Rockers
The Baghdaddios Celebrate Homeless Benefit’s 20th Anniversary – and Release a Brand New Holiday Single! For 25 years The Baghdaddios have churned along, trolling the seedier dive bars of New York City that were fortunate enough to have a sound system and a cabaret license. Occasionally they graced the spotlight of some higher profile venues […]
INTERVIEW with Alternative Rock Band RAVENSCROFT
Ravenscroft is a seasoned foursome of alternative rock musicians comprising Ralph Buso (Vocals), Pat Magrath (Drums), Brett Octane, (Guitar) and Devin Baker (Bass). The band’s six song EP is set to be released January 2018. In the meantime the powerhouse unit has dropped two lead singles to whet anticipating appetites. Two of the band’s members took the time to answer some curiosities […]
Ann Taylor: “Sober” – will leave you feeling both comforted and lost at the same time
Canadian Record Label Illium Audio signed Ann Taylor in 2017. A singer-songwriter living in Calgary, Ann fell in love with songwriting, propelling her towards the release of her first EP “Roses” in February 2016. She is a versatile artist who has explored genres as diverse as folk, pop and electronic music, and is able to […]
Collaborateurs: “Interstellar Colors” reflects their technical craftiness
“Interstellar Colors” is the third album released under the Collaborateurs name, but Curtis Hubbard, Glenn Hubbard, Roger Brandon, and Jeremy Cayton have worked together in other acts for a long time. Most recently, Hubbard, Brandon, and Cayton released three albums under the name Rog & Glenn. Brothers Curtis and Glenn Hubbard have also recorded together […]
