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Michigan’s Club Stets urges the dark road to vanish forever on ‘Guns’

Posted on 2 August 2022

Inspired by Modest Mouse, Radiohead and Pink Floyd, Club Stets shows us his progression to being a much-respected solo artist with a striking new single to ponder deeply called ‘Guns‘.

Club Stets is a Detroit, Michigan-based multi-talented musician who started out as a drummer around 20 years ago and is now a music producer and singer-songwriter.

”While the foundations of the album began at Steve’s home studio, the majority of the tracking was done at Detroit’s Rustbelt Studios with the help of Steve Lehane.” ~ Club Stets 

Taken off his debut 5-track release that was dropped on his birthday, Club Stets shows us his world class quality with supreme vocals and honest lyrics to be impressive by. Brushing the dark thoughts away as a new journey unfolds for the better-this is a spiritual experience to truly learn from-as we are taken on a glorious journey of renewed focus.

‘Guns‘ from the multi-talented Detroit, Michigan-based indie artist Club Stets is a nostalgic gem of the very highest condition imaginable. This is the deep story of making sure that your light is always bright, no matter what has occurred in the past. Sung with a calming voice that will take you into a hugely reflective place, this is a track that will have you gazing outside for a while as you ponder your next move.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Detroit’s The Blueflowers return with a fine single to hold on tightly with ‘Can’t Sit Out’

Posted on 24 July 2022
Time Didn't Matter by The Blueflowers

With a groovy entry that is rather smooth and gloriously made in a crisp matter you can’t possibly ignore, The Blueflowers have released a new single to dance with all night on ‘Can’t Sit Out‘.

The Blueflowers are a Detroit, Michigan-based indie alternative gothic rock 6-piece band who form a fantastically charming blend of folk-noir and Western gypsy punk to pulsate our senses.

”Blossomed out of a songwriting collaboration between singer/lyricist Kate Hinote and guitarist/producer Tony Hamera. Both made an initial impression on the Detroit music scene in 2005 with the dream pop act, Ether Aura.” ~ The Blueflowers

Taken from their brand new 6-track album called ‘Time Didn’t Matter‘, The Blueflowers perform with a graceful edge that sends your mind into a whole new world that is filled with fascination and shall send you into a cheerful mood.

”One primary way in which the newest material has subtly altered its routes is the addition of newest member and songwriter, Bryan Talaski, on bass guitar. With longtime core members Jim Faulkner (drums), David Johnson (guitar), and Erin Williams (keys, backing vocals, lyricist) still on board, The Blueflowers push steadily ahead with an easiness that only years of collaboration and experiences can give you and with no fear or expectations of where the path is going because now they can just enjoy the ride.” ~ The Blueflowers

‘Can’t Sit Out‘ from Detroit-based indie alternative gothic rock 6-piece band The Blueflowers is a catchy effort that will soothe all your worries away in an instant, like those great songs do. Sung with a calm gusto and a mood-altering vibe that shall bless your day like a hug when you need it, this is a quality track that sends who consciousness into a better place.

Listen up to this new single on Bandcamp and see more news on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Cesare sees the soulless body with broken dreams on hardcore Hip hop experience, ‘Sicari’ (ft. Mangino and Angelo)

Posted on 24 June 2022

Taken off his new 11-track album ‘Pittura Case‘, Cesare gives his word to drop only the most gangsta tracks imaginable and is in immense form with his latest single, ‘Sicari‘ (ft. Mangino and Angelo).

Signed by All For One Records, Cesare is a Detroit, Michigan-born Hip hop solo artist who has Italian heritage and keeps things raw and real always.

”Specializing in the gangster style, Cesare cites as main influences Scarface, DMX, C-Murder, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Nas, Jay-Z, and Easy E. His own style most resembles that of Tupac Shakur.” ~ Cesare

Lifting the lid of a scene that most will only see in the movies late at night behind the blanket, Cesare straps up and shows us deep inside with a rampaging flow that will shake your eyes back into reality if you had forgotten it.

”Asked to comment on the themes of his music, Cesare writes: “They vary. Some of my music is the about the truth of real gangster sh-t in Italy and how it really is–something these wannabe rappers know nothing about. It’s about my life, my experiences, my thoughts and my feelings. I’m inspired by the truth and telling it how it really is. I talk about real life, women, love, loyalty, respect and honor.” ~ Cesare

‘Sicari‘ (ft. Mangino and Angelo) from Detroit, Michigan-born Hip hop solo artist Cesare is a piece of work that will crack some bones and get you turning up the volume to full. Sending us to that bloody spot where things changed forever in that blink of an eye – this is a hardcore track – sliced with intent from the real world as they see it.

The evil is there for you to see if you are ready for the consequences.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Detroit’s Saxappeal doesn’t want that messed up rush on his sexy new single, ‘Stay Here’

Posted on 8 May 2022

With a romantic atmosphere wafting through the curtains that might make us blush unexpectedly, Saxappeal shows us that peace and love without devious plans to trick anyone is actually the best way to live on, ‘Stay Here‘.

Saxappeal is a Detroit, Michigan-based indie jazz solo saxophonist/vocalist/music producer who makes music to connect with the core of humanity that needs that authentic love again.

”His hopes are to touch people through his music, in ways they’ve yet to be touched.” ~ Saxappeal

Bringing our lives a kind single to really admire and slow dance with, Saxappeal has made a sweet song that is pure in nature and warm in context, that has been created at the perfect time. True love, not war, is what we need more reminding of after all wouldn’t you say?

‘Stay Here‘ from Detroit, Michigan-based indie jazz solo saxophonist/vocalist/music producer Saxappeal shows us a man who has decided that she could be the one. His eyes are lit up as he sees the light and you can feel the true love in his vocals, which are wrapped inside with that sensual sax sound of a real professional. This is a song for all the lovers out there who need reminding that taking time is key, not rushing and messing anything up.

Romance really is simple if we are able to correlate naturally.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more of his energy come to life as he inspires us all on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Benny Holmes drops a classic-like release to get our attention with ‘Wordle’

Posted on 22 February 2022

After taking a break from the music scene to regain that inspiration again, Benny Holmes brings back that old school feel to a genre that changed his life on his latest single, ‘Wordle‘.

Benny Holmes is a Detroit-based Hip hop solo artist who recently decided to have more fun with his creations and has become known for releasing a raw track each Friday.

”This year of Freestyle Friday has helped me practice taking time away from the mic and the keyboards in the basement. The way I used to stress over a song or a lyric being perfect, now I stress about leaving it imperfect so I can go hang out with the people in my life who mean the most to me.” ~ Benny Holmes

Created by his trusted producer Julien and featuring dribble-packed rapped Basketball references, this is an ode to the past and reminds us how this genre used to sound before it evolved into so many different directions. Benny Holmes seems to be in his element here, as he left his previous mindset in the dust and now makes tracks that fill him with so much joy instead.

‘Wordle‘ from Detroit-based Hip hop solo artist Benny Holmes, is a lyrically-charged display from a revitalized soul who is on a mission to make as much music as possible. There is an entertainer psyche on offer for us to truly admire, as his signature style has you thinking back to the classic days while he shreds the mic with impressive aplomb.

Get that old school beat in your face on Soundcloud and see what he gets up to next on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Detroit’s Jade Judo demands respect as she turns the taps onto full with ‘Wet’

Posted on 2 February 2022

With that fill-the-bag-up mentality that drives her to the tantalizing treasures that urge her on even when she is totally exhausted, Jade Judo chops the competition up like a real pro as she stacks up that money to the ceiling on ‘Wet‘.

Jade Judo is a determined RnB/Hip-Hop artist who was raised in the slums of Detroit where she had to learn to defend herself before finding her way into the music world that has set her free.

Drenched enthusiastically in different activities such as modelling, entrepreneurship, acting, and making those millions, the Manila, Philippines-born Jade Judo is in tap opening form with another single from her well-received 5-track ‘The Empress‘. Her rap ability is punchy and leaves you in no doubt that she is making boss moves, in the world that is crying out for new leaders to take charge and lead us into a better place from the scarred past that needs to be forgotten quickly.

‘Wet‘ from the Detroit, USA-based indie RnB/Hip-Hop artist and former cheerleader Jade Judo, drips appetisingly all over our emotions with a statement track about running things around her streets as she feels like no one is better. With confidence clearly at 100%, we feel the full force of her lyrical prowess that reigns supreme here as we are drawn closer into her motivated stance that oozes self-belief.

When you are doing well and things are flowing like a clean stream that is full of power, why stop the momentum right?

Hear what honesty sounds like on Spotify and link inside her world via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Others Acting Sneaky: Detroit rapper Leopardhead brushes off the sketchy shadows as he gets in the zone with ‘Light Work’

Posted on 15 September 2021

As he cruises confidently with the real team who have shown their loyalty when many others have not, Leopardhead walks around in content mood with his new single all about putting in the legit ‘Light Work‘.

Leopard God aka Leopardhead, is a highly motivated Detroit, Michigan-based indie hip-hop artist, writer, music producer and actor.

This is the message about walking the correct path with those who you trust the most, as you ignore the foolish others who only seek to bring you down and destroy what you have built up from scratch. He raps with meaning and much vigor, with an underground performance which shows you his growing versatility and will to succeed at his chosen profession.

‘Light Work‘ from the Detroit, Michigan-based indie rapper and music producer Leopardhead, is a street-filled track all about going for your dreams no matter what others are doing behind your back. With the chance of getting involved in temptation so high, he has decided to go against the flow and do things the right way.

Looking in the mirror each day and not feeling ashamed of yourself – is the only way to be truly free and alive in this sneaky world full of fake sharks – ready to bite you at any opportunity you give them.

See this new music video on YouTube and find out more via the IG music channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Showing Us The Way: Black Koncept drops deep six track EP ‘Mind Of Koncept’

Posted on 13 September 2021

With his Dad on the mind constantly and his deep thoughts recalling how the past almost destroyed him, Black Koncept inspires a whole generation to stay busy mentally and to never let the haunting demons take over on ‘Mind Of Koncept‘.

Black Koncept is a Detroit, Michigan-based indie hip-hop artist and basketball fan, who is massively into anime and comic books, as he smartly blends this true love into his vastly emotive music creations.

”At 16 years old I began rapping due to a crippling depression from being neglected by my father , and constantly starving every day having to steal quarters to eat.” ~ Black Koncept

There are six quality tracks here and no fillers, with particular gems being the demon-filled lead single ‘Mind Of Koncept‘ and the use-the-pen anthem ‘Michael Myers‘.

With so much pain-filled lyrics at every emotional corner which leads you into those dark days he has unfortunately experienced that no one should, the constant theme of suicide is brought up multiple times on this EP. With a consistent flow attached and his savage lyrical skill on show – he shows much potential behind the mic – as he brings us into this movie-like world which was almost over before it began.

Luckily through music, he has been able to wisely distract himself from those ominous moments from before and shows us how quickly thoughts can build up and potentially destroy everything.

‘Mind Of Koncept‘ from the Detroit, Michigan-based indie rapper Black Koncept, brings us inside his deepest thoughts and is a warning sign for our youth to learn from. With so many people feeling like they just can’t continue – he has found that by using his daily energies creatively – this new mindset can bring you so much freedom to advance your life, into the happy medium universe you seek for that true self-love.

Only love and light shall and must succeed.

Stream this new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Find Me Underground: The Quiet Invisible looks for the torturous closure needed on ‘Catacombs’

Posted on 26 June 2021

As he quietly sneaks into the side of your awakened speakers after keeping it on the DL for a while, The Quiet Invisible perks our ears up with his latest single that will put you into a different frame of mind that you have ever encountered on the spooky-like ‘Catacombs‘.

The Quiet Invisible is a Gabe Downey-lead Detroit, Michigan-based music project with a real spike that hairs into your world, like a quickening heartbeat that can’t seem to stop. He makes that mysterious music which has you feeling rather thoughtful, as you open up the layers to see what seeps deep within its dusty surface.

”The Quiet Invisible’s music originates from many years of musical exploration and experimentation – as well as guitars, basses, keyboards, and drums.” – The Quiet Invisible

”Catacombs are man-made subterranean passageways for religious practice. Any chamber used as a burial place is a catacomb, although the word is most commonly associated with the Roman Empire.” – Wikipedia

‘Catacombs‘ from the absorbing Detroit, Michigan-based act The Quiet Invisible, shows us a song that might not be for everyone. It is however rather remarkable and extremely unique. His mind is currently thinking about the mission to go below what most of us see, so that he may get that much-desired closure that he needs to move on. In some way or form we all do, as there are people or moments that we would like to have back. Even for a few fleeting seconds. Life goes rather quickly so each moment does indeed matter.

Stream this new track on Spotify and see his IG music channel for more visuals.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I’m Still Missing You: Carmen Mi’Chelle is stuck with regret on the slick ‘Summer Baby’

Posted on 30 May 2021

Produced by Detroit’s own Jupyter, Carmen Mi’Chelle glides in superbly with her new single that is all about that sweet time when you are on holiday with no worries on ‘Summer Baby‘.

Carmen Mi’Chelle is a charming Neo-trap/soul singer, actress, model and writer. She is a multi-talented artist who has that pure voice which you can’t help but be entranced inside by her every truthful lyric.

This is the message about missing their touch — each kiss felt like you were in another world that you didn’t want to leave — as you wish you could go back to that memorable time, when you could turn you phone off and do whatever you liked.

Her vocals are so crisply textured onto our hungry and awaiting palates, as we soak up this marvelous talent who keeps it real throughout with her feelings and mixed emotions. The class is easy to see and hear, you feel like this is a vocalist that you will never forget and things are effortless and with much enjoyable vibration-filled pleasure.

‘Summer Baby‘ from the wonderful Carmen Mi’Chelle, gives us a real thrill of a track that has so much bounce and sweaty goodness. This is the story of missing that incredible person you met and you can’t forget, but you know that you need someone who is always going to be there for you. The heart wants what the heart desires however, and this can cause your mind to wonder into places you know you probably shouldn’t be.

Hear this new single on Spotify and check out her IG music page for more visuals.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen