Tag: REVIEWS
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Mark Vennis & Different Place – Sunrise EP
Mark Vennis & Different Place are back with another fine piece of sonic artistry that will immediately resonate with anyone looking for expertly composed and flawlessly performed music. “Sunrise” is their brand-new extended play release, carrying five incredible compositions, suitable for even those newbies to the rock ‘n’ roll sound. Heavily promoted with “In These…
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Melanie A. Davis – Noctalgia
“Noctalgia” is the latest release by Melanie A. Davis, an outstanding singer-songwriter based in Murray, Kentucky. Heavily promoted by “Tinseltown,” “Ursa Minor,” and “Ursa Major,” three marvelous songs that will immediately grab your attention, this excellent full-length album carries ten exceptional compositions suitable for anyone looking for cleverly assembled and flawlessly performed music. Lyrically, “Noctalgia”…
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Chellcy Reitsma – Momento Mori
“Momento Mori” is the latest release by Chellcy Reitsma, an outstanding Dutch-American singer-songwriter. Heavily promoted by “Boat To Nod” and “Violent Flame,” two excellent singles that will immediately grab your attention, “Momento Mori” carries ten exceptional compositions suitable for anyone looking for cleverly assembled and flawlessly performed music. This particular material is the first part…
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The Only Objects – Access Will Be Retained (feat. Jack Degenhart)
“Access Will Be Retained (feat. Jack Degenhart)” is the latest track by The Only Objects, an outstanding Australian trio based in Adelaide. It’s their first piece of work this year, announcing the release of their forthcoming sophomore album, An Excess of Hauntings. Lyrically, this composition captures the voyage of blending personal and conceptual elements in…
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The Martyr – Ashing My Thoughts EP
“Ashing My Thoughts” is the latest release by The Martyr, an excellent band based in New Jersey. It’s their fourth EP and the first piece of work this year, arriving after the “Dirty Mirrors,” another outstanding material released in 2022 that you should also check out. Lyrically, The Martyr explores themes such as love, relationships,…
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City Speak – Holding Water LP (Keep It A Secret Records)
City Speak’s debut album, Holding Water, is a bold and energetic introduction that doesn’t hold back. With roots in melodic punk rock, orgcore, and a sprinkling of good-humored irony, the Mainz/Wiesbaden-based band delivers a powerful blend based upon relentless sound and introspective depth. The album’s twelve tracks cover everything from fiery social critiques to lighthearted…
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Spells – Past Our Prime LP (Keep It A Secret Records)
Spells’ Past Our Prime is a rowdy, adrenaline-charged rollercoaster through the realms of melodic punk rock, indie punk, rock ‘n’ roll, and power pop. Released in April 2024, this Denver band’s third studio proves that they are anything but past their prime. This record explodes with energy and grit, mixing unapologetic punk intensity with singalong-worthy…
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Monrad – Not By Design EP
“Not By Design” is the latest release by Monrad, an exceptional Belgian singer-songwriter based in Kortrijk. Heavily promoted by “Not Yet,” “Caught Up,” and “The Game,” three incredible songs that will immediately grab your attention, this marvelous extended play consists of six marvelous compositions, suitable for anyone looking for cleverly assembled and flawlessly composed music.…
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Hyde Out – Moonfactory
“Moonfactory” is a new release by Hyde Out, an outstanding English duo based in London. It’s their fourth full-length album, arriving after a critically acclaimed “Tunnel Vision,” another excellent piece of sonic artistry that you should also check out. Heavily promoted with “Another Life” and “Go High,” two marvelous singles that vividly showcase what you…
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Modern Shakes – A Bolt From The Blue LP (Keep It A Secret Records)
Modern Shakes’ debut album, A Bolt From The Blue, is a marvelous debut full-length album that will immediately become one of your favorites. Released in May 2024, this London-based band fuses raw emotion with tight musicianship, marking a significant evolution from their earlier EPs. From the moment the album begins, it’s clear that Modern Shakes…
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Ink Bomb – Saudade LP (Keep It A Secret Records)
Ink Bomb’s Saudade is a refreshing, soul-stirring dive into melodic punk rock, wrapped in a sense of melancholic longing that sets it apart from the typical fare of the genre. This full-length debut on gorgeous blue vinyl exemplifies the emotional depth of punk, balancing aggressive energy with a contemplative lyricism that resonates long after the…
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Experiments & Observations On Electricity – The Ascensión
“The Ascensión” is the latest release by Experiments & Observations On Electricity, a solo project by Craig Thompson, an English musician and composer. It’s his second full-length, arriving as an adequate follow-up of his debut self-titled album, a masterpiece you should also check out. Still, “The Ascensión” carries many innovations in writing, composing, arranging, and…
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