Gary DRANOW is not an artist to shy away from tough subjects in his music. This rings true in his latest release, Sandy Beaches. The track covers the complex relationship a troubled veteran has with the war he fought in, as well as the civilian life he returned to. DRANOW addresses the topic through his […]
Free by GOODNIGHT SUZIE is an ethereal song with a cinematic awe that elevates it beyond the sum of its parts. I’m impressed by the overall cohesion between the parts and the charisma of its performance. The track utilises several layers of strings as well as a rhythmic guitar part. These aspects have a wonderful […]
Dr Wind is a fun and light-hearted eighties-inspired track with groovy brass instrumentation that connects with heavy rock guitars to build a unique and cohesive sound. I like how it uses its slap bass foundations to set up the melody and the rhythm at the same time. The bass interacts nicely with the heavy electric […]
21 by MATILDA PRATT is an introspective anthem, defined by the bizarre mix of confidence and uncertainty that is a part of growing up. 21 achieves this with a stellar combination of indie pop and soft rock. I love the thematic link of having a younger version of yourself sitting in the car with you. […]
