#music-reviews

The newest offering from the band features the cheerful nature typical for CAR287, as it combines an outstanding guitar riff with a memorable refrain that will stay long after the song is over.…

Across six distinct projects, contemporary independent music reveals just how many forms emotional honesty can take.…

In my honest opinion, Shaw Calhoune stands out as one of the finest underground rappers at the moment. Since 2019, he's been consistently delivering a variety of EPs, each showcasing different facets of his artistry. From darker and brighter shades to beatless and basic boom……

Meet Viila, the fresh musical artist coming from the captivating landscapes of Finland. 'Viila' is previously known as the singer of the Finnish post-rock, shoegaze, dream pop band 'Mantaray,' and now stepping into the solo spotlight with the release of a mesmerizing double single - SOLHU/Akira.…

Young Fathers - Heavy Heavy Joey Valence & Brae - PUNK TACTICS old school hip hop, crossover rap // @jvbsucks This is fun, punchy and will make you jump and bounce no matter the track. Combining fresh sound with a basic old school vibe is……

For the friends of: 'The Cramps', 'Butthole Surfers', 'Melvins' Genre: garage rock, noise rock Year: 2023 Country: US Favorite track(s): 'Mundane Man' and 'Connecticut Girls' Emoji: 🖕 Random words: careless Instagram: @brainshuno 'Fugue State' presents a rock 'n' roll exorcism, tackling the paranoia of contemporary existence……

For the friends of: Massive Attack, Radiohead, Tricky Genre: triphop, shoegaze, post rock Year: 2023 Country: Italy Favorite track(s): 'Rainbow's End' and 'Errors and Repairs' Emoji: 👽 Random words: underground sewer Instagram: @codice_ego Italian act 'Codice Ego' has released the Rainbow’s End EP, including three dark……

For the friends of: 'Saimaa', 'CAN', 'NEU!' Genre: instrumental retro rock, progressive rock Year: 2022 Country: Finland Favorite track(s): 'Lehtisaaren satakieli', 'Baana', 'Tähtien asento' Emoji: 🌞 Random words: escapism Instagram: @maailmasta 'Maa ilmasta' is a relatively new Finnish instrumental rock band. They released their debut album……

SG Lewis - AudioLust & HigherLove For the friends of: The Weeknd, M83, Robyn Genre: Synth-pop, electronic dance music Year: 2023 Country: Australia Favorite track(s): 'Another Life', 'Fever Dreamer' and 'Epiphany' Emoji: 🕺 Random words: Neon lights Instagram: @sglewis Wow. 'Married in Mount Airy' is gloomy……

Nicole Dollanganger - Married in Mount Airy For the friends of: Lana Del Rey, Marissa Nadler, Mazzy Star Genre: indie folk, gothic dreamp pop, singer-songwriter Year: 2023 Country: Canada Favorite track(s): ‘Married in Mount Airy', 'Dogwood' and 'Bad Man' Emoji: 🍂 Random words: thin glass Wow. 'Married……

For the friends of: Skyzoo, Ka, Rejjie Snow Genre: hip hop Year: 2022 Country: US Favorite track(s): 'Killer-Diller Coat', 'Scarlet Stained Leather' Emoji: 🌉 Random words: summer smoke 'Shaw Calhoune' is a hip hop artist from the US who has been dropping brilliant EPs during the……

2022 was a special year for music. After two weird years without live music, many postponed albums, and tours, life came back on earth. The year was full of releases by big artists and many interesting debut albums. Let's see which of them made it……

Death Engine - Ocean For the friends of: Cult Of Luna, Callisto, Neurosis Genre: post-metal Year: 2023 Country: France Favorite track(s): 'Pulled Down', 'Lack' and 'Dying Alone' Emoji: 🗻 Random words: tsunami Formed in Lorient, France, in 2012, 'Death Engine' has quickly established itself as a strong……

Lisieux - Abide! For the friends of: Emma Ruth Rundle, Anna von Hausswolff, Chelsea Wolfe Genre: goth, electronic dark folk Year: 2022 Country: France Favorite track(s): 'Lys Noirs', 'Déluge' and 'Chant de Fer' Emoji: 🧝 Random words: castles Toulouse, France's 'Lisieux' plays a unique brand of electronic……