With cobwebs, low lighting, showy costumes, and the smell of freshly unwrapped candy, Halloween is arguably one of the most atmospheric of holidays. But whether you’re having a costume party for friends at home or just want to add a little extra touch for the trick-or-treaters coming to your doorstep, there’s one trick to really pump up the spooky atmosphere and add some more fun to your spooky occasion — music! Spend your time worrying about your costume, ‘cause we’ve got the soundtrack covered. Here is the ultimate Halloween playlist. 5. Monster Mash – Bobby “Boris” Pickett A party without…
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Hailing from the streets of NYC, award-winning multi-instrumentalist Rachael Sage has returned with her 13th album ‘Myopia’. The album, filled with its observations on introspection and personal development, is a beautifully honest representation of emotional growth. The album starts with a bang with the gutsy and uplifting ‘Alive’. With its optimistic lyrics and enriching, high energy melodies, it sets the tone for the sentiments and vibe of the rest of the album. Listening to ‘Myopia’ feels like opening the curtains in a dusty and forgotten room, like the first day of spring where you can leave the house with just…
Irish electro-pop singer LAOISE released “Again” in 2018, a bittersweet, neon-soft single that bridged her diaristic pop to a bolder synth palette. Read our review of her EP, Mad.
Introduction In recent years, the term Chiraq has gained significant attention as a nickname for the city of Chicago. This controversial term has sparked debates, inspired music, and even served as the title for a film by acclaimed director Spike Lee. In this article, we will explore the evolution of Chiraq and delve into its meaning, cultural impact, and the underlying issues it represents. The Birth of Chiraq The term Chiraq first emerged in the early 2000s, coined by South Side rapper King Louie. Inspired by the idea of Chicago as a war zone, he cleverly combined the names Chicago…
With its intimate vibe and an impressing stage shrouded in red velvet, The Islington provided the perfect venue for CoCo and the Butterfields inaugural gig for their forthcoming EP ‘Monsters’. The Canterbury-born pair began with ‘Battlegrounds’, a gutsy and powerful track that showcased the band charismatic stage presence and beautifully harmonic vocals. Next to be played was the EP’s eponymous track ‘Monsters’, and it was during this track that the band taught the audience how to sing the chorus, a moment which ensured every face in the room was dressed with a smile. What followed was a rousing performance of ‘Astronauts’, a hypnotic rendition of ‘Robots’,…
With its panoramic views and dusky amber mood lighting, The Albany in Deptford provided the perfect venue for ex-Noisettes lead singer Shingai Shoniwa’s debut gig as a solo artist. With no scheduled support act, it was up to Shingai to provide a performance worthy of an outing on a blustery September evening – and she did not disappoint. Appearing on stage in an orange two-piece and iridescent leotard, Shingai made it clear that she was not here to play about. Performing the tracks from her upcoming E.P, she began with Zimtrom. Her vocals quickly gained the attention of the audience, and her tone and vocal control pointed toward a lifetime of specialised…
You have the tablecloth laid out, place card ready, and the candles lit—the only thing left to do before your guests arrive is create the perfect playlist to set the mood for your dinner party. The only problem? It’s not as simple as it seems. While designing your menu or making sure your home was spotlessly clean may have taken hours as it is, creating the perfect playlist for a dinner party—especially one you’re eager to turn into an elegant celebration—can take hours more. In fact, one wrong song coming over your Spotify station can ruin the sophisticated mood you’ve tried to cultivate—even…
Released 8 August 2018 via AWAL, “It Rains” introduced Archie Faulks’ warm alt-folk croon with string-kissed melancholy and classic songwriting touches. Read our write up on Archie Faulks live performance at the beautiful St Pancras Church in London.
According to famed philosopher Friedrich Nietzche, “Without music, life would be a mistake.” It seems Nietzche’s words ring just as true in the minds of many today as when he first uttered them over a century ago. However, while many people consider their favorite playlist little more than a welcome distraction to break up the monotony of the workweek, music may actually be a cure-all for more than just a dull day behind a desk. In fact, listening to music can have a wealth of whole-body benefits that make you more focused, more productive, and, in the long run, more successful.…
Setting the right vibe at a summer get-together requires a truly amazing playlist. Fortunately, summer 2018 has provided more in the way of great summer hits than any year in recent history, with fun, danceable tunes hitting the airwaves week after week. Before you try to create the perfect playlist for your next party, make sure you’re well-acquainted with these hits everyone will want to hear: Drake, “In My Feelings”: Perhaps the biggest, most meme-worthy hit of Drake’s career, “In My Feelings” has become a worldwide phenomenon. The song, which has Drake asking girls if they love him and will…