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Denver-based angelic wonder Lolita is at her enchanting best with ‘I’m Not Waiting’

Posted on 26 February 2022

After sending us a brilliant song all about moving away from those fake intentions of others with ‘Sober Without Your Love‘, Lolita returns with an imagination-filled single that will have you delving deeper into what is possible if you believe enough with ‘I’m Not Waiting‘.

Lolita is a soulfully sweet Denver, Colorado-based indie-pop solo artist who studied at the University of Colorado and has a Bachelors’s Degree in Music Business and Entertainment Industry Studies.

”I wake up on a shipwreck. In a frenzy, as I try to find the exit to the ship; I see three white dogs and intuitively follow them down a flight of stairs to the first level of the ship. I run to the exit, as I get closer to the door, I notice that it’s being blocked by an orca whale. I ask “can you make way so that I can leave this ship?” the whale speaks, “you’re not allowed to exit this ship for the rest of your life.” ~ Lolita

Lolita is comprehensively outstanding yet again as her heavenly voice navigates you away from your previous struggles and into a purer world – that is away from all the disheartening smoke – that can smog out your soul from finding its true purpose.

‘I’m Not Waiting‘ from the excellent Colorado-based indie-pop solo artist Lolita is an incredibly beautiful song about trying to find your way out of a ticky situation that you need to get away from. With stunning vocals and an air of elegance that sends your enthralled body into absolute raptures, you will feel so intertwined into her gorgeously sung vocals and an atmosphere that you will surely feel so elated by.

Listen in to this soothing new single on Spotify and find out more about her journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Drood bring the ritualistic catharsis in ‘It Must Needs Wither’.

Posted on 30 January 2022
The Drood

The essence of The Drood’s latest single, It Must Needs Wither is a captured ritual. An invitation to cherish the memories of the many lives lost in the years leading up to this Shakespearean release that took inspiration from the tragic play Othello.

For their ritualistically cathartic release, the Denver, Colorado-based electronic duo, used post-rock, Eastern psych and industrial for their dreamy textures. For the vocals, they opted for an ethereal quiescent timbre to rival the harmonic ambience in the dreamiest Beach House and Slowdive releases.

The haunting explorative progressions carry cynical lament while light transcendent textures bring comfort to the affirmation that for all of our artifices, we’re still the same primal creatures. Primal creatures plagued by the vulnerability of mortality and the psychological afflictions that drive us to acts of madness that are all too easily romanticised in our minds.

It Must Needs Wither will officially release on January 25th, 2022. You can check it out for yourselves via Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Colorado’s The Hell Raisin’ Hippies take us into the ‘Trance of the Alien Vaccine’

Posted on 27 January 2022

Inspired by the late greats Dimebag Darrell and Janis Joplin, The Hell Raisin’ Hippies open up our minds to a vividly described experience you won’t be able to forget easily with ‘Trance of the Alien Vaccine‘.

Erica and Jerry Joplin aka The Hell Raisin’ Hippies is a Colorado-based, Texas-born indie-electronic act who joyously live the 420 hippie life to the fullest.

”The underlying concepts of our music are intellectual freedom, individualism, and of course – UFOs. We use an amusing and light-hearted approach to convey existential and intellectual messages to people who consider themselves citizens of the world.” ~ The Hell Raisin’ Hippies

As far as music ventures go that has you admiring the sheer volume of authenticity that is wrapped inside a thought-provoking narrative to light up, The Hell Raisin’ Hippies are surely one of the most distinct bands in the world. There is a mysterious beat to unravel that has you looking around curiously – as you wonder if what you actually believe is the truth – or a false story that has been twisted so many times it’s bent a false picture into your eyes.

‘Trance of the Alien Vaccine‘ from free-minded Colorado-based experimental electronic act The Hell Raisin’ Hippies, is a really enlightening track that is filled with sounds from another world and samples from the news, as we are driven into a unique release to truly savour. This is a music duo who choose to think differently to many, and must be commended on delivering a single that that has you pondering the very world that we find ourselves locked inside.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Gunpoint Alibi deliver the evolution that alt-rock fans have been waiting for with their latest single, Bury Me

Posted on 23 January 2022

‘Bury Me’ is the latest fierce slice of alt-rock from the Denver, Colorado-based powerhouse Gunpoint Alibi. What started as a garage-punk cover band in 2019 evolved into a gnarly post-hardcore outfit complete with ensnaring high-octane instrumental hooks and harsh pop-punk vocals that fall away from the Hayley Williams mould (thank God!) into raucous new territory.

Morgan Elizabeth’s vocal confidence runs in parallel to the levels of conviction and dynamism; she could smash through a screamo track just as well as a Taylor Swift hit. And if that wasn’t enough, there’s also the infectious sense of playfulness she uses as she attacks the lyrics with her versatile vocal timbre. We can’t wait to hear how they follow on from this monster of an alt-rock evolution.

Bury Me is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Fed Up: Excellent Denver pop artist Lolita grows tired of the fake intentions on ‘Sober Without Your Love’

Posted on 14 November 2021

Closing the door quickly behind her as that trying-to-fix-this-romance-mission is certainly in the rearview mirror, Lolita moves on so that she can start the healing process on the leaving-now new single ‘Sober Without Your Love‘.

Lolita is an indie alt-pop singer-songwriter from Denver, Colorado in the USA. A former student who graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelors Degree in Music Business and Entertainment Industry Studies, you feel her true connection to the mic – as her pure vocals shine a beautiful light – away from the all-too-common darkness of modern times.

”Her new single depicts the clarity that comes when the effects of cupid’s arrow have worn off. Lolita’s lyrics have an air of relief describing the pivotal moment when she realized that she’d been taking on the responsibility of mending her broken relationship; all the while her partner cruised on the assumption that she’d always be there, despite her partner’s lack of effort.” ~ Lolita

‘Sober Without Your Love‘ from the outstanding Denver, Colorado-based alt-pop solo artist Lolita, shows us a fiercely indie singer who performs with such a beautifully authentic vibe for us all to be completely immersed by. This is the story about waving goodbye to someone who was formally close to you – that stupidly took you for granted – as you now feel used, and so glad that this former love is now over. Keeping your valuable heart happy is the only mission now, in this swipe-quick and forget-fast type of world.

This is an impressive single from a determined singer-songwriter, who has brought us such a relatable track to truly love for its incredibly authentic quality.

Hear this stunning new single on Spotify and see more via her IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Dunno What The Hell I’m Sipping: DRUZi looks for the no-names party on ‘Tight Rope’

Posted on 5 September 2021

With a bounce in his step and a smile on his dial, DRUZi is only keen to live one moment at a time as he looks to meet someone who gets his whole vibe in life and doesn’t care about what his name is on ‘Tight Rope‘.

DRUZi is a Arvada, Colorado-born indie singer/rapper. He makes that catchy, honest and live-for-today type of music, that is full of truths about the world and the people who he meets daily.

”I became an artist to bring a light on the slowly failing societal structure of large nations. To put it simply we don’t care about people that do really good things in the world. We’d rather watch an idolized pop star put on a mask and dance for the crowd.” ~ DRUZi

Saucing the mic with some tasty beats and with the cheeky charm brewing that keeps him alive and kicking – this is a compelling track full of being with someone who wants to do the same things you do – and doesn’t judge you for your habits, no matter what they are.

‘‘I am a new artist that is trying to make it. I love snack trays, Bugattis, and fine biddies.” ~ DRUZi

‘Tight Rope‘ from the Colorado-born indie hip-hop artist DRUZi, is the true story about just going for it and never looking back. He isn’t too keen on thinking too far ahead as he is having too much fun now, even though some days are so hazy and it feels like his life is spinning out of control. With a gritty taste attached for our enjoyment and a truth-filled pack of bars to keep us totally interested, this is the exact type of unorthodox track you need in your life.

Keeping things spontaneous in this weird world, is certainly a smart idea.

Hear this new single on Spotify and check out the IG music page for more news.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Glad That Its Over: Soulful Nashville artist Ally Westover knows that he was actually the ‘Logistical Nightmare’

Posted on 17 August 2021

After releasing two marvelous singles to date called ‘Lullaby‘ from 2019 and her most recent effort named ‘Oh, Colorado‘, Ally Westover draws us a picture of an unwise ex who foolishly didn’t support her vision on ‘Logistical Nightmare‘.

Ally Westover is a lovably dreamy and fantastically authentic Nashville, Tennessee-based, Colorado State graduate, snowboarder, chip enthusiast and indie-pop/rock artist. She is a caring soul who is wholeheartedly inspired by nature and feeling that real rare genuine energy within her whole body.

”After a tumultuous year of change and solitude, Westover is releasing her debut EP, Painted Gold in mid October Her songs poke fun of her struggles with mental health and heartbreak while maintaining an upbeat sense of hope. She writes a lot of her music with her long distance best friend and photographer, Chiara Garland.” ~ Ally Westover

With a flourishing vocal ability that soothes your broken heart and has you totally enraptured by her stunning talent, this is a reflective glance to a moment that leads to that to all-important treasure of self-enlightenment.

”The making of the music video was a true logistical nightmare because we shot it on Super8 film which then got overexposed and we had to do the entire thing over again. This includes baking a cake and smearing it all over my face.” ~ Ally Westover

‘Logistical Nightmare‘ from the highly promising and hungry Nashville-based indie-pop/rock artist Ally Westover, shows us vividly explained story which was carefully stored inside her expressive mind, when she understandably felt so emotionally betrayed by the dreaded ex who didn’t understand or truly care about her vision. After rolling around in her bed feeling sad for a short time, she washed off the bad vibes quickly and did her project anyway. This is a strong woman who has creativity oozing from her hungry veins – and sings with such a pure beauty and purpose –  that is always evolving and trying to be the best version of herself, in this rather lonely world.

Sometimes we need to wonder off the tracks with someone we shouldn’t be with for a short while, so that we then know where we should definitely be in life. The heart always knows.

Hear this highly talented artist show more growth on Spotify and follow her cake-lathering and nature-lovin’ adventures via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Just Can’t Say No: Anton Karabushin knows that today is the day on ‘Summer Days’

Posted on 25 July 2021

With a flourishing chin-up attitude that is so inspiring and keeps you smiling joyously, Anton Karabushin reminds us to enjoy those sunny days which sadly don’t last forever on the happy new single ‘Summer Days‘.

Anton Karabushin is a Denver, Colorado-born American indie pop singer-songwriter, pianist and composer with Russian heritage, who is now attending Fordham. He is a young artist but an old soul, who transmits a beacon of hope, on a burning world which needs so much positive energy to fan the fires out for good.

His buoyant vibe is such a pleasure to witness as his glowing voice feels like it is taking you into a new world above, the peace and tranquility inside his bones seems to only get better throughout this calming experience. His true natural kindness is brought to the fore – with a magnificent display on a scrumptious single – we can all digest with much ease.

‘Summer Days‘ from the eighteen years-young multi-skilled Denver-born pianist/indie pop singer Anton Karabushin, heats up your simmering soul to broadcast a message that has been needed for some time. The winter might have been dark and gloomy but there is always a new light around, which shines through to make everything better again.

Those few months of summer are the best time ever, as you look up to the sky and wish that that the hot days would never leave again. Being grateful for what you have, is the best way to show appreciation for this beautiful planet we live in.

Stream his fresh single on Spotify and see more news via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Anywhere But Here: Denver emcee IANxSOLO tells us to take it slow on ‘Road To Nowhere’

Posted on 3 June 2021

With his first solo release in over eight years, IANxSOLO pulls up in style with the fresh new single that shows us that we need to keep things chilled and head to the ‘Road To Nowhere‘.

IANxSOLO is a well-respected underground emcee, audio engineer, Broncos fan, and one half of the hip hop group, Loco-Motive (featuring East Side Vic) from thriving Denver, Colorado.

With a smoothly laced delivery attached as he steps onto the solo scene again after a long break, he drops some impressive bars that has you feeling relaxed again. IANxSOLO makes that introspective music that also has lots of party vibes intertwined, as he thrills your socks off with a flow that has you feeling like you need to jump into that pool to cool off.

This is the type of mellow track to play when you need to remember to keep it mellow again – the fumes from this smokey world can be a bit overwhelming sometimes as you need a break from it all — as the catchy beat puts that full-faced perspective back in your mind again.

‘Road To Nowhere‘ from the terrific Denver, Colorado emcee and audio engineer IANxSOLO, shows us a path that has us reading the truth leaves, as he urges us to stop planning everything. Life is too short anyways, so having fun and being around genuine people, is the only way to go.

Here is the Spotify link to hear this track and see more via his IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Free From Myself: Brandon Roach flies mightily high on the wonderfully crafted ‘Wings’ (ft. Amanda Morin and Mo)

Posted on 1 May 2021

As you feel the peaceful vibrations flying so calmly into your consciousness to get rid of the built-up toxins within, Brandon Roach roams into our ears so majestically on ‘Wings‘ (ft. Amanda Morin and Mo).

Brandon Roach is an excellent Colorado-based guitarist, downhill skater and producer, who creates that unique body-moving experience, with his diversely fascinating psychedelic math rock and electric guitar dance music.

The skillful guitar simmers into your mind with the story about just following the direction you know is right, so that you may heal so beautifully. You sense the subtle vocals intertwine into your curious mind, and sparkle into your soul with just the right amount of intrigue, to keep you wanting more.

‘Wings‘ (ft. Amanda Morin and Mo) from the superb Colorado instrumentalist Brandon Roach, is a heart-healing feeling that leaves your body as one with itself, after a long journey in a different world. You feel crystallized somehow and morph into a mellow state of mind that is so welcome, as this is one of those underground gems that deserves the upmost love.

Stream this new single on Spotify and see more on Brandon’s IG, Amanda’s and Mo’s too.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen