Track Review

Paying homage to Faisal Sketty with “Raise A Glass For My Brother”

One of my favourite books is ‘A Monster Calls’ by Patrick Ness, though originally from an original idea by Siobhan Dowd, who passed away before she could finish the book herself. Ness ended up being the one to finish the novel since the story was something that could be given tribute to Dowd and her

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A Modern Lyrical Art: Good In Blue by Carrying Torches

A magician never tells their secrets. A great lyricist never explains their lyrics because it would ruin the magic, and I firmly believe that many lyricists today have lost their magic because of AI. But let me introduce you to Carrying Torches and their newest track, “Good In Blue,” and explain why this track is

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Fendahlene Drops Newest Single “Silent Treatment”: An Alternative Holiday Soundtrack

If there’s one thing Fendahlene is best at, it’s making songs that feel like they were written specifically for you. The song becomes your story, the messages are your facts, and the tones are carefully plucked and combined for your enjoyment. This is true for their recently released single “Silent Treatment,” a relatable song that

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Get to listening to “Get There Before Noon” as soon as one can

California is a great hotbed of various sounds in one umbrella. From rap to soul to alt-rock to yacht rock, gospel to funk to blues and bedroom pop, the state just manages to house artists at their most creatively crossbred, and a good example of that comes in the form of breakthrough artists The Afro

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Mandy Shadow’s “Round The Corner” Speaks Volumes

Despite the melancholia present throughout the song, there is also light seeping through the cracks, and undertones of acceptance. Mandy Shadow has managed to say everything that needed to be said in a matter of three minutes. Upon really understanding what it truly means to be “still in love ‘round the corner”, it seems as

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Finding Joy in The Face of Change: A Review of Sun by Jehnniel

In reviewing music, there’s no right or wrong. It will always be what’s unique and whether it’s going to stand out among the rest. But today, I was humbled by Jehnniel and her newest track, “Sun.” Jehnniel is a UK-based Filipino artist. Her track, “Sun” was released last December 12, 2024, and it’s still making

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When Electronic Meets Rock: Fair Emotion by Sam Lumar

New year, new music! Sam Lumar has just released his track, “Fair Emotion”. It’s an electronic rock piece that originated from an idea in his dreams. How cool is that! Join me as I break it down and explore what makes Fair Emotion special. The track has an interesting intro. It features a futuristic element

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The Art of Letting Go Taught Through Wally Hoak’s Latest Single “Chances”

Some songs really just slap the moment you hit that play, and “Chances,” a recent drop from the Brooklyn-based artist Wally Hoak, is one of them. Everything is all too familiar from the moment the first notes of the track hit your senses; it will pull you in and bang; heavy feelings and blurred memories

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The Sea at Midnight’s PSA Through New Single “Burning”

Coming up with songs and other art forms that aim to inform and divert listeners’ attention to societal and global issues are just one of the few ways to get the message out, in attempts to get it through everyone’s heads via a catchy, resonating rhythm. “Burning”, a song by The Sea at Midnight with

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