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Leave Me Be: UNDERXTED feels like he is totally alone on ‘I D C’

Posted on 30 December 2021

Taken from his new ‘The Forbidden Tapes Vol. 1‘ from this month, UNDERXTED shows us where his mind is at right now while he fights off those vicious demons that threaten to destroy him forever on ‘I D C‘.

UNDERXTED is a small-town Tennessee-based indie rapper who makes that type of music that comes from the deepest part of his soul as he finds his way in this convoluted world.

”Starting out of a storage shed with a laptop and microphone.” ~ UNDERXTED

Reloading our ears with a contemplative look into the world which he sees, UNDERXTED sends us an emotionally-charged track – that has so many layers to unwrap – you might need some time to comprehend this offering. The vocals are intense and the beat brooding, as he draws us a vivid picture of what is currently going on as the hope he once had has been shredded into tiny pieces.

‘I D C‘ from the Tennessee-based rapper UNDERXTED, is a haunting track that has you feeling so sad about the potential outcome if you stop caring altogether. This is a dynamic artist who leads us into this web of heartbreak that he has clearly experienced before, as he shows his displeasure and disinterest with everything unfolding. With an honest melody and a consistent beat, this is the type of track that will have you looking into the mirror and wondering who in your life actually truly cares about you.

See this new video on YouTube and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

We Just Wanna Feel: Javii finds the other side in the healing sunshine on ‘Good Good Good’

Posted on 30 December 2021

As he darts away from the suffocating darkness that caused him to change from the person he wants to be, Javii jumps off that ride and climbs into a much better place where he feels like himself again with ‘Good Good Good‘.

Joel Javier aka Javii is a Miami, Florida-based indie singer-songwriter who sings with a groovy ambience that gets your whole body and mindset moving as one.

”Music became a way for me to turn all the negative energy from past life-changing experiences into something positive and creative. The more I create and play music, the more I fall in love with it.” ~ Javii

Taken off his brand new 4-track EP called ‘Sunlight‘, we are let into this inspiring tale from a revitalised Javii who blends in his smooth vocals – that is complimented with a delightfully succulent beat – that takes your powerful mind away from all the self-doubt that shaded you before.

‘Good Good Good‘ from the Miami, Florida-based indie singer-songwriter Javii, is a therapeutic track that so many of us can certainly sink our teeth into. After all the dark days that took our vital enthusiasm away at times, this is that resurrecting effort that shows that there is indeed a way out of the gloom and into the sun again. When you want to self-improve, there is always a way that illuminates your soul awake again.

Check out this top new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Change Your Mind: Toronto RnB stud CEZR wants her to stay on ‘Supposed to Be’

Posted on 29 December 2021

As he puts the work in to give himself a better life with that special lady he can’t stop thinking about, CEZR knows from the bottom of his heart that she is the right woman for him with ‘Supposed to Be‘.

CEZR is a well-loved Toronto, Canada-based indie-pop solo artist who sings with a fresh style that certainly uplifts your whole consciousness to see the world a bit clearer.

”CEZR is on a journey to form a sound to make his mark within the industry. From poetic ballads to energetic and smooth pop music, CEZR has taken his Toronto upbringing as inspiration.” ~ CEZR

You feel like you are listening to a forthcoming superstar when you turn on CEZR on his sensually classy new single. His honest lyrics are without the sleaze – as he guides us into this captivating love story – that has you thinking you are watching a romantic movie unfold so perfectly.

‘Supposed to Be‘ from the fast-rising Toronto, Canada-based indie-pop singer-songwriter CEZR, is one of the smoothest tracks we have heard yet in 2021. His vocal range is quite special and has you grooving along to his crisp style that keeps you intrigued the whole through, on this new single that is bound to get you moving closer to that ideal partner you have been eyeing out for so long.

Anything truly worth it in life is definitely worth the wait.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

See It In Your Eyes: Chicago rock artist Alex Thorn brings the epic 80’s back on ‘Let Me In’

Posted on 29 December 2021

With his long hair flowing into the wind as he looks deep into those sad eyes, Alex Thorn knows that he has something to offer to help soothe that pain away forever on ‘Let Me In‘.

Alex Thorn is a Chicago, Illinois-based indie rock solo singer-songwriter who performs with that old school edge and has our speakers rattling in impressive unison on each one of his creations.

”Starting in his early days as an aspiring musician, opportunity led him into the music industry as he played for bands such as Eroz, The Cause, Dangerous Hope, Hidden Truth, and Evolution.” ~ Alex Thorn

Sending us a riff-packed sensational release that will rattle into your ears as you remember trying to be with someone who has so much rigid pain lodged into their hurt soul, Alex Thorn sends us a helpful reminder that it is possible to heal others through quality music.

‘Let Me In‘ from the Chicago, Illinois-based indie rock solo singer-songwriter Alex Thorn, is a robust single made by someone who truly seems to respect the past and aims to keep this classic genre burning brightly like a campfire in winter. His vocal projection has you in awe of his range and there is much to be enamoured by here on this new pumped-up single. With a story that will resonate with so many, this is a highly worthwhile listen for all those hardcore rock fans out there.

Hear this fine new track on Spotify and see more via the IG channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Dark Red Lips: OneSelf is her biggest fan on ‘Miss Classy Woman’ (feat. Mario Deschenes)

Posted on 29 December 2021
Atypical So ( A ) Typical by OneSelf Featuring Mario Deschenes

Taken off his latest 11-track album ‘Atypical so (A) Typical‘ which is his 6th release so far in this storied career, OneSelf shows the world his genuine appreciation for her sensual style on his latest riff-packed single called ‘Miss Classy Woman‘ (feat. Mario Deschenes).

OneSelf is an underground Québec, Canada-based indie-rock solo singer-songwriter who is the creation of Mario Deschênes. This is a highly creative artist who just loves to make music that we can all sing with, that takes your mind away from any anxieties tormenting you in this rather odd world.

With his signature vocal expression on high and featuring a full-paced guitar experience, OneSelf returns on a loved-up track all about hoping that you may catch her attention – so that you can be together with them at last – in the warm arms of someone who makes your heart beat extra fast.

‘Miss Classy Woman‘ (feat. Mario Deschenes) from the experienced Québec, Canada-based indie-rock solo singer-songwriter OneSelf, is the show of love for that special person who he fantasizes about being with. He sings with utter vigour on this raw track that is full of bounce and love, as he imagines being with his dream girl.

Hear this new single on Bandcamp and see more on the FB music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

 

Not At This Rate: Ohio indie-pop band The Manatee Room wishes that they didn’t have that ‘Expensive Taste’

Posted on 29 December 2021

With a wandering eye that fantasises about that perfect time to make the move you undoubtedly crave, The Manatee Room hates that they are only interested in the rare ‘Expensive Taste‘.

The Manatee Room is a Columbus, Ohio-based indie-pop 3-piece band that makes that relevant music all about topics that we have all felt before in our lives. After being on an enforced hiatus since early 2020 due to this dreadful pandemic that has been lingering on for too long, they make a much-awaited return on their latest single.

”The Manatee Room meshes angsty lyrics with addictive rhythmic melody.” ~ The Manatee Room

With a carefully crafted sound and insightful lyrics that have you feeling like you have perhaps missed the boat of romance, The Manatee Room brings us a single-person anthem that has you wondering if you will be able to connect wholeheartedly with someone who truly understands you authentically.

‘Expensive Taste‘ from the Columbus, Ohio-based indie-pop 3-piece band The Manatee Room, is that story about hoping that your special crushes notice you enough you pull in close and take your breath away. With so many closed doors and empty hearts around, this is the kind of song that will take you into an expectant place of brewing courtship. When you are into someone so much and the timing just seems off, the world can seem like a truly lonely place at times.

Hear this audio on YouTube and see more on the IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Pleasure To See You: Philadelphia’s Faint Halos isn’t afraid anymore on ‘Don’t Leave a Light On’

Posted on 28 December 2021

After being away from releasing music for so long as he lived his life, Faint Halos shows renewed vigour and resilience to return to a passion that has never stopped burning inside him on the uplifting gem ‘Don’t Leave a Light On‘.

Faint Halos is an experienced Philadelphia, USA-based indie-rock singer-songwriter that makes emotionally-charged music that will have you totally entranced by his poetic style.

”A lot has happened in the 15 long years since I last released new music. Lived in three different cities, raised two kids, lost a parent; seen more highs than I deserved and more lows than I hoped for.” ~ Faint Halos

You feel like you have just heard something rather special when you turn on Faint Halos. His soaring voice is assertive and highly likeable, as he takes your fluttering heart into a place that feels so much more comfortable than before. He has a way of telling stories that is so remarkable, as we find a reinvigorated artist who is making up for the lost time with impressive aplomb.

”I’m stepping into the fray now, after more than a year stuck at home, because I do have something to say, and music is my best way to express it. Fear can and should be challenged and overcome, and music is an amazing tool for just that.” ~ Faint Halos

‘Don’t Leave a Light On‘ from Philadelphia, USA-based indie-rock singer-songwriter Faint Halos is a thoughtful track about moving onto that mountain you weren’t sure you could climb at first. After looking at it for so long something clicked, as we find a man who has realized that this is who he is. Making music and singing at the top of his lungs whilst giving us something to truly treasure, is what he was born to do.

Listen to this top new release on Spotify and see the socials on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Pleasure And Pain: Idaho-based storyteller Bosco wonders where the love went on ‘UNME’

Posted on 28 December 2021

As he looks deep within her fiery soul to see where the love went to after all these years, Bosco is worried that the darkness might be too far within and covering up all the former radiant light on his latest single called ‘UNME‘.

Bosco Oliver aka Bosco is a proud father and unique solo indie Americana/Country/Blues singer-songwriter who is based in Pocatello, Idaho.

“This music is all I own, and I only own that as long as my mind works. I’ve spent my life writing music. It’s a spirit world to me.” ~ Bosco

With a towering presence that has you downright absorbed from start to finish, Bosco seems to possess the kind of raw voice that makes you take note and stop what you are doing immediately. He is a Dad first and an artist second – who shows us into his world that is soaked with gritty stories – that are only filled with truth and absent of that fake flash that so many unwisely fall into.

‘UNME‘ from the experienced Pocatello, Idaho-based Americana/Country/Blues solo artist Bosco, is such a striking track that it automatically takes you to a time when a past lover started to really concern you. He sings with real depth and these are proper lyrics that have been written by a man who has really lived – and could easily write a few books – that would be filled full of exciting stories.

This is the kind of classic sounding single, that you feel could live in any era as it makes you feel like you have heard one of those true underrated artists who like to stay underground as they make music for the love of creating memories.

See this new honest music video on YouTube and see more info via his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Chandler Poe shows us a sign of our world-weary times with his latest single, decay.

Posted on 27 December 2021
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By starting with the resonant admission, “Every day I wake up and I’m already exhausted”, Chandler Poe’s latest single, decay, is a striking sign of our world-weary times. With the same artistic dejection shared by the likes of Arab Strap, John Grant and Jack Ladder paired with the blisters of soul that yearns for something sustaining and real, Chandler Poe taps into the collective loss of meaning to give us a tragically rare visceral emotion hit.

The Bukowski-style downbeat barfly lyrics become infinitely more powerful through Poe’s deep, gravelly vocal timbre that practically oozes sex appeal around the fiery beats and reverb-drenched keys. With more hits in the same vein as this, Chandler Poe has all it takes to become the next alt-indie icon.

Chandler Poe’s latest single, decay, is now available to stream on SoundCloud.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Close to Monday – Kripko Spi: Transcendently Experimental Progressive Electronica

Posted on 27 December 2021

The indie breakthrough artist, Close to Monday, was one of the few artists that managed to garner international attention and affection in 2021. Based on their recently released EDM hit, Kripko Spi, Close to Monday’s success was one of the only things that made sense during our most recent perplexing trip around the sun.

With entrancing beats that would give Front 242, Covenant, and Skinny Puppy a run for their money towards the outro, it scarcely comes as a surprise that so many immersed themselves in Close to Monday’s sound that breaks the monocultural mould while creating a demurely alluring sensory experience.

With the 7-minute duration of Kripko Spi, the progressive single has plenty of time to transition from the ambience in the prelude to the dancey harsh beats. The vocals are minimalist, but every time they come to the surface, they’re nothing short of intoxicating.

Kripko Spi is now available to stream via Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast