16-year-old morgen’s new track Odd One Out kicks off with a chorus-effected, electric lead guitar, reminiscent of the 90’s Grunge style riffs, a sound which has recently become trendy again thanks to Justin Bieber’s hit single Hold On. It not only ticks all the boxes for a quirky pop song via its unexpected transition from minor to major, but stylistically almost changes genre from a dark Alt-Rock tune to a composition that could easily fall more into the Folk category with the use of a mid-tempo rhythm guitar section in its main hook and softly produced drum programming. Despite the…
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Celebrate the Pride Season with singer, songwriter Cassidy King’s mid-tempo, love song Four In The Morning. It delivers an effortlessly performed, Folk-inspired, acoustic guitar arpeggio, alongside an overall Dream Pop-esque production via atmospheric, reverb effects and lamenting, backing vocals. Elements of Ellie Goulding’s distinctive voice shines through, whilst the simplicity of the instrumentation leaves enough room for us to pay attention to Cassidy’s angelic vocals, which lifts us with an infectious, sing-along melody and memorable lyrics such as “can I be the safe to your sound.” We cannot help but embrace such an ear-grabbing track, in which you are hooked…
Nathaniel Paul’s new single Lazy Sunday is a piece of Easy Listening music for you to chill to this summer. Despite its overall laid back and melancholic vibe, the supporting synths which drop in the verse sections bring about an uplifting edge. And the delay and reverb effects on the electric guitar riffs remind us of the Rockabilly style of Chris Isaak and the current, Alt Rock production of The XX every time they are effortlessly performed. However, it’s the soothing, chatty, soft vocals of Nathaniel Paul which sends the listener into a meditative state. “When life is changing at…
Multi-talented musician Fabich has dropped another blissful track from his upcoming album, in the form of Get Away. It’s a mid-tempo Summer, Chillout anthem with an Alternative Soul sound, almost reminiscent of the critically acclaimed works of Morcheeba. Whereas the intro section throws us back to the early career of Portishead, where the legendary, Trip-Hop band would open most of their songs with a filtered-effected rhythm section or hook, Get Away immediately transcends into a nostalgic reminder of the Mind, Body and Soul era of Joss Stone. The main element that contributes to the songs unique vibe is the distinctive…
According to Google, Music Therapy is a method that someone can use to aid physical discomfort by lowering one’s blood pressure, reducing their heart rate and relax the muscles. In terms of mental health, it is a method which reduces stress, as well as other negative emotions and behaviours. The latter is what I can connect with the most because music, amongst a few other methods such as meditation and counselling, was what contributed to the healing part of my recovery from addiction. Modern-day Classical music, specifically Piano pieces by artists such as Okiem, Phamie Gow and Ludovico Einaudi were…
Following an epic release of musically diverse songs such as fiery Pop Rock track I Dare You and the Nancy Sinatra-esque Hollow, Estella Dawn has dropped yet another interesting single to add to her unique portfolio of work. Petty fits the mood of deep thoughts and emotional rollercoasters many of us are experiencing during these times, as a result of the world’s recent occurrences. It is a melancholic, piano Ballad that consists of an understated piece of music production, including a simple yet emotive string arrangement, a gently performed melody, and laid-back drum programming. Estella Dawn’s unique vocal tone throws…
Following last year’s stunning cover of Dani and Lizzy’s Dancing In The Sky, Liv Harland has dropped her highly anticipated, original debut, What A Lie. It was 100% worth the wait for so many reasons and has made this an instant, 2021 favourite. Brilliantly written both lyrically and musically, Harland delivers an honest account of the saddest break-up, with the determination to forgive and move on despite how devastating the experience of letting go is. This heartfelt concept is performed with lyrics which will bring you to tears whilst you are reminded of how you were deeply affected by your…
Throwing us back to Rita Ora’s 2012 album Ora with her fusion of pop rock and R&B production, Cloudy June, an edgy, pop-star-in-the making has just dropped her follow-up single to Pretty Pills for Broken Hearts, entitled Goodbye To Honeymoon. The track’s memorable hook is performed alongside June’s smooth, radio-ready vocals. There is a filtered and reverb-effected, catchy, electric guitar riff and, as a result of this perfect combo, June’s melancholic tone and the “gothic” undertone of the guitar effortlessly become one. After embracing Goodbye To Honeymoon’s minor chord structure, delivered via deep-bass synths, and deep lyrics describing the experience…
Justy, a brilliant music artist originally from Brooklyn, has recently dropped Blues on the Crosley, a slow jam, Christmas song for the “broken-hearted”. We can’t get enough of its downtempo vibe, reminiscent of Melanie Fiona’s Alternative R&B style which is delivered with profoundly honest lyrics, thoughtfully describing the experience of love and loss. Words like “a house ain’t a home if you take out the you” will instantly choke you up, and the referencing of legendary musicians such as Nat King Cole will bring about that feeling of nostalgia most of us feel this time of year. Blues on the…
With impressive lyrics and a fearless determination to fuse Latin music with Folk and Indie, showcased on her debut EP Wheel of Change, Anna Bea has proved herself to be one of the best Pop artists of 2020. Opening with Bleeding Heart which delivers a Spanish-influenced, chord structure, stylistically performed on a nylon-stringed, acoustic guitar, Anna’s raw voice instantly throws us back to the emotionally-charged singing of Jewel’s critically acclaimed, 1995 album Pieces Of You, and brings about heart-wrenching vibes. The emotive chord progression in Bleeding Heart’s chorus will, not only leave a lump in your throat from the outset…