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Wisconsin Punk band Interlay rock it like its hot on the new banger called ‘Rot’

Posted on 3 November 2020

Wisconsin Punk band Interlay rock it like its hot on the new banger called ‘Rot‘ and this is an energetic single to boost your mood in 2020.

Madison, Wisconsin-based outfit Interlay who were previously known to the locals as Wash, make things much better with a roaring effort that is shoegazey and so fresh. These bass-lines are so rugged they should be illegal, the vocals are sung with tha rare passion, the rest of the band are on top form here. They remind me a bit of South African band Julia Robert but with an extra edge and this is such a great listen. Music perfect for that small, dusty and sweat bar that everyone complains about when sober but loves after one of two beverages.

This is about the rot in the world, you are not impressed at all and wish that things were better. You know that the world is capable of so much more and music is the only thing keeping you going,

Interlay, the exciting band from Wisconsin in the US, storm in with a fine track. ‘Rot‘ is the first single from the album and for this, there is no surprise. This is a rocking track that punk fans will love forever.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Wavesy and Recet rip through on the electro-rap track ‘Reflections’

Posted on 3 November 2020

Wavesy and Recet rip through on the electro-rap track ‘Reflections‘, this is one of the best tracks of 2020 without any shadow of a doubt.

Wavesy is a personified dream that Cameron Poe created to help convey the old school rock and roll sound with a modern, darker R&B/rap sound that floats through the speaks like a bubble in the wind. This is a quality artist with lots to offer.

Recet is an acclaimed vocalist, drummer, composer, and producer from the thriving Denver music scene. He is a massive name to watch and this song showcases the great work that him and his music partner have made.

You reflect at what you have done in your life. You want to be different and to be yourself. Following your dreams and being yourself is so important to you. This is the core of your beliefs and you will carry on until you have achieved your goals. This is what really matters, not by how cool you are or how many fake friends you kinda know. This is the grown up world that you like to live in.

Wavesy and Recet are on savage form here and this rips a massive hole through the shame that has been 2020. ‘Reflections‘ is one of those songs you can’t stop listening to, the energy is electric and this is a proper song to chew on.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Taylor Paul returns with new indie pop song ‘Stranger To Myself’

Posted on 3 November 2020

Taylor Paul returns with new indie pop song ‘Stranger To Myself‘ and this is a terrific effort that is made with a lyric video too.

A musician and producer from Carlsbad, New Mexico, Taylor also plays guitar in the band Earth Brothers and loves different music projects to work on.

Taken off the new full album, ‘The Way I Saw It‘, this is a fine single that has lots of heart and passion inside the tracks wrapper, the vocals are fiery and the beat takes you places.

You feel like you are a stranger right now when you look in the mirror, can you release yourself and move on. You want to be happy and smile each day, you just need to find yourself. The sooner the better and you need to be strong right now to flourish.

Taylor Paul brings us his new indie pop song ‘Stranger To Myself‘ and this is a track that will be so memorable down the line. This is a young artist with lots of passion and the music output lately is very impressive. With a huge passion for music and a real talent, this is the type of music we love in 2020.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Valiancy opens the light for us all on ‘In the Dark’

Posted on 2 November 2020

Valiancy is a Pop-Rock songwriter and producer. His sound is melodic and and ultra infectious for the heart to enjoy. He is back with the new song ‘In the Dark‘ and this is a great track for 2020 to enjoy.

With influences such as James Brown, D’Angelo, The Beatles, One Republic and Max Martin, you can feel the style with which this young artist has molded his talent on. This is a indie pop song with a real edge, a true story and the lyrics bite hard and with meaning.

You look into the dark to see how people really are inside, they act differently when they are in the light. You are tired of this feeling but understand that the walls can be harsh sometimes. You wish the best and send them some bright lights too, as that will surely help the situation.

‘In the Dark‘ from Valiancy is a deep track with lots of wonderful music to keep us inspired in 2020. With haunting vocals, full of character, this is a pure worthwhile listen.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Dondi sings for all of us on ‘We All Fall Down’

Posted on 2 November 2020

Dondi sings for all of us on ‘We All Fall Down‘ and this is a lovely R&B/Soul track for the ages.

This is an artist who has played at Madison Square Garden, The White House and more. A singer with a strong voice with lots of soul, this is one who knows what he is and what he isn’t. This is that flow music that we need to embrace and turn up really loud.

This is about supporting everyone no matter what their story. We all fall down but can rise again with teamwork. With the world in a shambles, this is the type of attitude we need to support, all the time.

‘We All Fall Down‘ from Dondi is that rare R&B song that has a lot of soul and light, full of strong vocals and a vibe that makes you sing. This is that family kind of music that is much better than most of the rubbish on the radio, this has a clear message of working together. This is the type of message that we want to hear more and more.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

‘Old Enough’ from Now Defunkt is an ode to the good times

Posted on 2 November 2020

‘Old Enough‘ from new act Now Defunkt is an ode to past as this is a fantastic new single release.

At the start of the current pandemic, 3 friends- Scott, Steve and James created a song with the expectation that they would simply release the track and then return back to normal life.

After the virus continued, the trio, with the help of their equally talented children and also some loyal friends- are releasing a full album titled ‘Skills Are Handy, Feel is Gold‘ under the name Now Defunkt. This is a good bunch of friends and family who are doing amazing things right now with their music. Sometimes music comes from strange times to help heal us.

Now Defunkt is a creative collective producing primordial sound-box of the soul shifts. With a summer sax vibe, there is lots of sexy people cruising on roller-blades here. This is the song that makes you remember good times, when you were free and not worrying about life.

What started as a simple song evolved into a whole new crew of music and this is one for memory lane. Now Defunkt are a fresh group and ‘Old Enough‘ is a track that needs to be slipped on while with friends. This is an indie summer jam that makes everything feel okay again.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Trick or Treat: Manchester’s Olivia Browse is at her honest best on her re-imagined ‘Halloween’

Posted on 1 November 2020

Olivia Browse is a Manchester, UK based singer-songwriter with a brilliant voice and she is back with the spooky ‘Halloween‘.

With vivid university stories of drinking and relationships, you can feel that this is a musician who tells it like it is. Accompanied by her bright yellow flower guitar usually, you can feel the authenticity from miles away.

This is the re-imagined version of this fine track and the results are quite brilliant. Produced by Marcus Hutton and mixed by Mattu, you will have this song in your head for ages.

From making a really creative Zine to everyone that pre-saved this song and marketing herself well, she is a musician who thinks out the box.

‘Halloween‘ from Olivia Browse is an honest indie-fused track that shows us her sense of humor, honesty and a voice that makes the hairs on your arms stand up. She has a rare ability to really grab you and takes you into her world. This is an artist who’s lyrics are so real and you want to watch her live to get it all in. She has that extra bit of quality that you don’t find too often and we need to support artists like this. Trick or treat, you will be singing this again and again.

A fine effort this and this song reminds you to be yourself. Above all, this is the way that we need to live our lives, it would be foolish not to.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Melbourne band The Ugly Kings offer us a gritty blues journey on ‘Last Night Stand Of Sins Deluxe’

Posted on 1 November 2020

The Ugly Kings offer us a gritty blues journey on ‘Last Night Stand Of Sins Deluxe‘ and this is a top new track that has that real edge to it.

Sunny Melbourne in Australia is the home of the fantastic 4 piece band and they are a energy and emotional roller coaster ride. They hit all the heights and are such a terrific listen. There are such dazzling bass lines here that make this is a song to jam to. This is best experienced with the crew in the house, rocking out to the epic new tune.

This is all about being in your town for the last time, this time. You want to get out of there and meet a special friend for that last night. Or is it? You might return but for now you are here and making the best of the moment.

Australia’s The Ugly Kings bring us a marvelous track called ‘Last Night Stand Of Sins Deluxe‘. With a pure power blues feel, you get the injection of glorious music in your body the whole way through. This is an absolute winner and one of the best blues tracks of 2020.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

WD-HAN drop excellent new single ‘Work For It’ which is an ode to the hard working heroes out there

Posted on 31 October 2020

WD-HAN drop excellent new single ‘Work For It‘: an ode to the hard working heroes out there who are often forgotten about in this often boast-filled world of flash and dash.

After 10 years in the game and counting, this is a band that have stuck together throughout, they play for charities and measure their success in people helped. This is a group that love to help where they can and play music to new new friends globally.

You celebrate those that work hard and really try their best. They have earned every cent and not been given an easy ride. This is challenging the notion that people that have so much feel they have deserved it. What have they actually done? This is that raw ride to share your feelings on this often forgotten about.

‘Work For It‘ from WD-HAN is a rock show that delivers us a global feel, its a fun ride with an original twist throughout. Music make with a real truth about working hard for what you earn, nothing is going to be given to you. Well, most of us in the world anyway.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Australian rapper Billy Reeves rips in with quick hitter single ‘Murder’

Posted on 30 October 2020

Australian rapper Billy Reeves rips in with quick hitter single ‘Murder‘. Previously under the moniker Whit3 Boy, this is a fab track with lots of sauce.

Despite his New Zealand roots, this young artist now stays in Melbourne and is loving life in this creative city. With a busy schedule, this humble musician aims to release a song every month. Keeping accountable is so vital and this is a great way to stay alive and passionate in life.

Melbourne emcee Billy Reeves impresses on ‘Murder‘, the artist steams in with purpose and focus, now ready for the world. He raps with vengeful energy, he slices the bars down like a hungry bear, so much vigor and flair. This has a cinematic style to it and you can feel the passion. This is an emcee is finally ready for the bright lights as his music is catchy and seamless. This fits 2020 just nicely.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen