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Guadalajara rock artist Silver Magpie falls in love with his best friend on ‘Cartoon Hero’

Posted on 29 June 2022

After searching for that all-important closure on his previous release called ‘Before You Leave’, Silver Magpie feels that their friendship needs to move to a new level before he leaves the homeland forever on ‘Cartoon Hero‘.

Silver Magpie is a Guadalajara, Mexico-born indie alternative rock singer-songwriter and poet who makes impassioned songs that will be stuck in your mind all day.

”Since I was young, I dreamt of having a band. I started writing since I was maybe 13 years-old. I’ve made some attempts with other people to make something but I find it hard to pull together a group with a shared vision, so I went solo but with a “band name”, a one-man band.” ~ Silver Magpie

Showing us deep inside the cracked picture that displays the hurt that is now entrenched inside his soul, Silver Magpie is back with a soothing song that will get you thinking about the one that got away before you could actually say those romantic words.

”I usually find myself dealing with some overwhelming emotions so, I like to think that my songs address people in similar situations and might help them feel less lonely.” ~ Silver Magpie

‘Cartoon Hero‘ from Guadalajara, Mexico-born indie alternative rock singer-songwriter/poet Silver Magpie is an emotion-filled song about that moment when you just knew that you would not be together like you previously envisaged. After trying for so long and realizing that you are actually running in circles for no reason, this is a track that shall take your mind into a hugely contemplative place. Sung with a real intensity and passionate message, this is a song that so many will find scarily familiar.

Sometimes you aren’t meant to be together, even if you once thought they were the one.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Secret Agent – Moros En La Costa: The Psy Spy Who Surfed Me

Posted on 6 May 2022
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After branching out from being the gorilla glue of the Manchester music scene, Golden Believers Records International couldn’t have chosen a better inaugural outfit to advocate on our Brexit-blighted shores than the Mexican ‘psyspyinstrosurf’ originators, Secret Agent.

Their latest mostly instrumental EP, Moros En La Costa, is the kind of cinematically immersive feat of authenticity the average CD-buyer laments about not existing anymore. The conceptual album focuses on the espionage practices used from the cold war to the present day. While that sounds like a serotonin sucker, there’s nothing but escapist reverie here.

With no lyrics to get in the way in the majority of the tracks, you’re left with enough space to metaphysically make yourself the main protagonist in the Spy-Spaghetti Western while the warm shimmering psych surf rock elements amplify the chill of the colder post-punk tones that are always lingering to bring the overarching sense of trepidation.

If Twin Peaks’ Agent Cooper found himself across the border, I’m fairly certain the title single would be reflective of his sonic-inner monologue. The sense of intrepid espionage heightens with track two, Man in the Middle, which picks up the pace, a fair amount of sun-bleached spacey intrigue, and an almost Whovian sense of aural alchemy.

Loaded Gun, featuring vocals from Daniel Gutiérrez, is the surfy, psychy equivalent to Charles Bukowski’s infamous “love is a dog from hell” proclamation. With the hooky lyric “I need a loaded gun because I’m falling in love”, the riotous track finds a succinct way of alluding to the snake pits we throw ourselves into in the name of affection, and our proclivity to do it anyway because there is nothing like that particular poison.

Following Loaded Gun, Stasi Romeo is the calm after the visceral storm. Kompromat serves as the final standoff, and Moros En La Costa (Reprise) is the final psychedelic farewell with synths so phantasmal that they will probably need an exorcism when they next get serviced.

Honestly, I scarcely had an autonomous thought in the entire duration of the EP. And these days, accolades don’t get much better than that.

Check out Secret Agent on Bandcamp, Spotify & Facebook.

Moros En La Costa will be released via Golden Believers Records International on May 13th; pre-order & grab a copy here.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Take a psychedelic desert rock trip with Shandri’s latest single, Desert Flower

Posted on 21 March 2022

From the ancient mountains of Central Mexico, the alt-indie psych artist, Shandri, is here with his latest progressively indulgent aural trip, Desert flower. It evades every revival cliché by complimenting the shimmering psych-rock transcendent tones with a touch of War on Drugs and Radiohead art-rock finesse.

For the instrumental interlude, the one-man project surpassed expectations with screaming saxophones and jazzy nuances that will leave any self-respecting desert-rock inclined muso weak at the knees. Yet, Shandri invertedly poured plenty of commercial potential in the single by wrapping it into an addictive 3-minute package that deserves to blow up as much as the Black Keys’ biggest hits. We can’t wait to hear what follows.

Desert Flower is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Brazilian pop band New Unity escape the confusion from the current illusion on ‘Words’

Posted on 16 February 2022

As they swim quickly away from the utter perplexity that has engulfed something that was so strong before, New Unity wonders why it had to end this way on the emotional new single about those final ‘Words‘.

New Unity is a Brazil-based indie-pop band that rides against the normal tide and do what they feel is right to get their art out into the world.

“We are trying something else, different from what people are used to here.” ~ New Unity

Gliding high to get away from the demanding vibes that threatened to wrap around their priceless soul, New Unity has such calming vocals and a sound that will have you in such a ruminative mood – as you look up into the sky for guidance – on how to handle such a tough situation.

‘Words‘ from Brazil-based indie-pop act New Unity, is a single that might cause you to pause and think back to when you were in a position where you cared so much but had to escape from something that wasn’t real anymore. The passion is so vivid here from an outfit that performs with sure a caring attitude and shows us that sometimes you have to do what is right for your heart to truly be happy.

Listen in to this new single on YouTube and see more on the IG channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Edmonton Lo-fi artist Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s drop sensually-stimulating debut track, ‘Draft Punks’

Posted on 31 January 2022

Steering us into the first-ever release that sizzles enticingly like a tasty steak getting cooked to perfection on the hot barbecue, Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s catches our attention with a tease-fueled release that will have you feeling like this is going to be something different to the rest with ‘Draft Punks‘.

Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s is the Lo-fi synth solo project of Edmonton, Canada-based Luis Lamela who was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

”He studied music in Berklee College in Buenos Aires and currently runs a home boutique studio where he releases his materials through his publishing company, LFL Music Publishing.” ~ Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s

Displaying a real charisma and an effortless attraction, Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s have a magnetic appeal that seems to coat your energies with skilful effect – as you close your eyes and imagine that night – you just knew you were with someone who radiates alluring captivation beyond comprehension.

‘Draft Punks‘ from Buenos Aires, Argentina-born Lo-fi synth solo artist Johnny Johnny and the Johnny’s, is a catchy new single that appears to be all about being so delighted you are with someone who you are so proud to be seen with. Mixed to a stunning level of enjoyment – this is a promising release from a talented artist – who is only just getting started and sounds hungrier than most to succeed where others fail daily.

Listen to this new single on Spotify and see more on the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Like Your Booty: Mr Relax (feat. D-Fish) wonders if she is actually the one with ‘Prisionero De Amor’

Posted on 12 January 2022

Translated from Spanish as ‘Prisoner Of Love‘, Mr Relax brings us a summer track to turn on loud as you show your new lover that your heart is in a flutter that has never been experienced before with ‘Prisionero De Amor‘ (feat. D-Fish).

Mr Relax is a Colombian music artist and owner of SSL ProRecords who makes an entertaining blend of ravishing Latino melody that pulsates your whole body into a frenzy.

Featuring the Dutch/English manager/rapper and songwriter D-Fish, there is lust-lit energy here that has a bouncy beat included to really get involved with throughout this new sexy single.

The party-master himself Mr Relax returns with another glowing experience that has you wondering why you have fallen head over heels with someone so quickly. He lathers our mind into a world where anything is possible if you want to believe that your soulmate is there waiting for you to make the first move.

‘Prisionero De Amor‘ (feat. D-Fish) from the well-known Colombian artist Mr Relax, is a loving track that will be relevant for so many who aren’t looking for a long-term romance at first but feel that they have met someone extra special. With that signature Latino flavour that makes everything better, this is a hot release that has you daydreaming about that girl who has left a real mark on you already. The problem is, however, is that she has left already and the chase is on to find her again.

Listen to this catchy new single on Spotify and see more via his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

For The Last Moment: Pedro Meyer thinks back to those long-lasting moments on ‘Please Remember Me’

Posted on 28 December 2021
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With his dark long locks flowing into the gusting breeze as he looks deeply into the sky above, Pedro Meyer wonders if his memory will live on forever with his profound new single called ‘Please Remember Me‘.

Pedro Meyer is a Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-born, Denver, USA-based indie singer-songwriter who fuses in his own original combination of funk, blues, Americana and folk.

”With particular attention to lyrics and composition, his music aims to find the balance between the moods that sways the listeners and lyrics, drawn from his personal life and observations, that everyone can relate to.” ~ Pedro Meyer

As he guides us into this deeply intimate story that has you gazing into the mirror, Pedro Meyer is in a calmingly contemplative mood as his gritty vocals show us his ever-rising quality. This is an artist who certainly isn’t afraid to write completely honest lyrics, that has you in a quietly thoughtful and nostalgic mood.

‘Please Remember Me‘ from the Brazilian-born indie Americana/folk singer-songwriter Pedro Meyer is an emotional track that sinks you into the bubble bath of your churning soul and with a concerned look on your dreamy face. You feel that this is all that you want, as you look into your memory and hope that you have lived for a purpose. Having your name live on even when the darkness comes, is so vital as you ensure that you have not wasted your time on this planet.

Hear this new single on Soundcloud and see his moves via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Slow Lightning: Mexican band Park Praga drop mesmerizing sky-filled single ‘Tardi Fulgur’

Posted on 25 December 2021

As they glance up above and show us how pretty everything actually is if you look adequately, Park Praga have our minds gazing into that pure beauty that so many people dismiss quickly for some unknown reason on ‘Tardi Fulgur‘.

Park Praga is a mysterious Ciudad Satelite, Mexico-based indie coldwave/shoegaze band with a really mellow style that has you feeling so calm and rather thoughtful after sampling their vibe.

”A mute cartoonist who teamed up with his high school ex-girlfriend’s second husband on his Badminton regional final against a runaway chimp.” ~ Park Praga

There are those rare times when you hear a band that fascinates you so much, you have to take a few listens. Park Praga are that band. Their vocals are hard to work out but it doesn’t matter in the slightest, as they soothe all the worries away that you have kept hidden away for too long.

‘Tardi Fulgur‘ from the Ciudad Satelite, Mexico-based indie coldwave/shoegaze band Park Praga, is a tremendous single that is so pacifying and has your consciousness taking a step back from all the over-stimulation that is so prevalent in current society. With so many of us focusing on our phones, tablets, televisions and laptops, this is a vital reminder to look up and take in the absolutely exquisite view that is often overlooked. Sometimes it’s best to keep things simple, just to support your minds relaxed state and comprehensively embrace that beauty entrenched into the deepest part of your heart.

Check out this new single on Spotify and see more news on the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Have To Ask: Silver Magpie needs that much-needed closure on ‘Before You Leave’

Posted on 19 December 2021

After gusting our souls away on his first single release in anticipation of his debut album with ‘The Storm‘, Silver Magpie returns with the dance-filled visuals for ‘Before You Leave‘.

Jesús Gutiérrez aka Silver Magpie is a prolific young Guadalajara, Mexico-born indie-rock singer-songwriter and poet who makes that highly reflective music that has you pondering the reasons for lost love.

”Mainly influenced by post-punk/alternative rock bands with some shoegaze/dreamy hints. I’ve always had trouble fitting in, always the weird/nerdish kid at the back of the class.” ~ Silver Magpie

As he sings so intimately about a former love and unwraps his bleeding heart out for us to help him pick up and reconstruct again, Silver Magpie brings us a sad tale that so many will truly know what is like. He displays such honesty on this new release, that you can’t help but wonder if he will ever find that all-important closure needed to fly like a free bird into the sky above.

‘Before You Leave‘ from the Guadalajara, Mexico-born indie-rock singer-songwriter Silver Magpie, is a well-made music video that features some awe-inspiring dancing and his signature mellow tone. This is the story about wondering why it all ended, as you look for peace so that you may move onto a new love that satisfies your entire soul with such joy.

Keeping your delicate heart happy is ultimately the only way to that true blissful long-lasting romance after all.

See this emotional video on YouTube and view more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Nostalgic Vibes: Brazil act The Daily Spreadsheets drop ‘Call It A Day’

Posted on 16 September 2021

After taking us on a trip through the 90’s with the previous single from July 2021 called ‘I Walk Alone‘, The Daily Spreadsheets are back with more exciting adventures on the new track named ‘Call It A Day‘.

The Daily Spreadsheets is the musical alias of 40-something Brazilian indie solo rock singer-songwriter Henrique Neves.

With smoothly toned vocals with that real grit and a funky riff to get you off your cozy seat, this is a tasty release that takes you back to a time which was far more simpler than current days. He has a vibrant style, the energy is high and there is a air of nostalgia here with an honest singer-songwriter who it feels like is at the peak of his powers.

‘Call It A Day‘ from the Brazilian solo indie rock artist Henrique Neves aka The Daily Spreadsheets, is a feel-good-track made with a glittering edge, filled with that Brit-Rock style from yesteryear and mixed with a modern twist to satisfy our hungry palate. This is a new single to fully immerse into, as he sings with a flourishing style that has you thinking about the oceans of life. A perfect weekend song to play loud after a long week, this is a thoroughly riveting listen.

Hear this new track on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen