Presley Duyck, hailing from Frisco, Texas, is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. With a lifetime of singing under her belt, she was on the cusp of realizing her dream role in a dream show, before the pandemic of 2020 struck and the show was abruptly cancelled. Instead of letting this […]
James Bene – “Mountain” – a meticulous, emotional and soulful number
Following up the singles “American Warrior” and “Hours” is a gargantuan task. No worries though. As always, on his latest release “Mountain”, James Bene showcases his prodigious vocal skills, delivering an overall balanced performance. He is cool, calm, and collected on the verses, digging in intensely on the rousing bridges and choruses. On his breakout […]
Presley Duyck – “Juliet” – powerful lyrical imagery and an arrangement style that perfectly befits her vocals
Presley Duyck, the 20-year-old singer-songwriter from Dallas, TX, started singing even before she could talk, and attempted to start a band called The Everyday Heartbreakers in kindergarten, without knowing how to play any instruments. That music was her calling is made evident by the release of her third single, “Juliet”. The song follows her glorious […]
Presley Duyck – “Happy 22!” finds a way to weave together emotions and sounds
To 20-year-old singer/songwriter, Presley Duyck from Dallas, TX, a single is a body of work that expresses an experience or topical moment in her life, not just a random collection of chords and words. Nowhere is this ethos more present than on her new single, “Happy 22!” Listening to the song it’s easy to imagine how […]
Presley Duyck – “Passenger Seat” sketches an impassioned woman of many complexities
Once you press play on “Passenger Seat”, Presley Duyck’s sound is special from the start—a lyrically driven, rhythmically compelling blend of folk, pop and indie-rock, all placed under a sturdy radio-ready overhead. There is a blend of attitude-fueled confidence and self-ownership, together with resonating and earthy vocals which stand out completely from the instrumental. Presley […]
