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Right Fight: Michigan singer-songwriter Bren axe longs to open his wings on ‘Idea of You’

Posted on 24 August 2021

Taken off his new ‘The Brighter Skies‘ album, Bren axe opens us his eyes to the possibilities beyond the normal days and fighting with himself, as he knows that there will be more romance outside of his home town on ‘Idea of You‘.

Brendan Trendin aka Bren axe, is a seventeen-years-young Michigan-based indie pop singer-songwriter and student. He is a highly enthusiastic artist who sings with a rather riveting passionate tone, and makes that real-life story music about growing up in this rather strange and confusing world.

”Music is my dream and future career, and as someone who has been close to death many times from a genetic deficiency, this has been something that has me glad to live today.” ~ Bren axe

Sung with a real longing of better days away from the self-doubt and heartbreak, this is an emotional message from a young soul who only wants to love, and be loved by someone compatible to him too. With a heartfelt attitude, his skateboard in hand, and with many ideas on where he could go swirling in his mind, this feels like a track which will define his career going forward.

‘Idea of You‘ from the youthful Michigan indie pop singer-songwriter Bren axe, is the story about feeling that surge of disappointment throughout your whole body. You thought it was going to work out with your crush but it sadly didn’t, as the time to think of new experiences has arrived. The world is a massive place so you can’t dwell of previous hard luck experiences, as there is so much out there to see.

This is one of those reflective songs to really make you think of new skies dawning, as holding onto the sad past will only have you stuck in one place forever.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

By Your Side: Michigan band Jeremiah Mack and the Shark Attack long to be much closer on ‘Hours Away’

Posted on 16 August 2021

Taken off their much-anticipated upcoming EP, ‘Worth the Trouble‘, Jeremiah Mack and the Shark Attack are at their best on the beach-vibes new single which has you back in the mood to find your soulmate on ‘Hours Away‘.

Jeremiah Mack and the Shark Attack is a Ypsilanti, Michigan-based three-piece alt-rock band. They fuse pop, folk and metal together, as they bring us a superb lyric video to brighten up our day.

”Now working on their next iteration with an EP titled “Worth the Trouble,” the trio is looking forward to demonstrating the progression they’ve made over the course of their tenure, both in terms of sonic composition and lyrical themes. Worth the Trouble takes a more mature approach to subject matter than our previous material,” explains Mack. “The songs cover a wide range of genres, drifting between the stylings of rock, folk, latin, and metal.” ~ vocalist and guitarist, Jeremiah Mack

With a calming voice, you feel his true love towards the person of his dreams who he longs to be next to. He is steadfast in his thinking that they shall be together, when the timing is much more kind.

On a mellow beat that has you thinking of seeing the romantic sunset by the ocean – close to your lover – that has a relaxing breeze which adds sweetly to the heart-beating ambiance, this is a comforting single with so much to like. The pacifying energy is highly loving and the vocals are rather dreamy, putting you into a sedative state of mind.

‘Hours Away‘ from the Ypsilanti, Michigan-based three-piece alt-rockers Jeremiah Mack and the Shark Attack, is a longing single which has you thinking deeply about the person who you miss most in the world. Their memory is close and you wish that you were so much closer, as you wonder if the memory of you will fade away into the distance, if you wait too long to be reunited.

See this catchy lyric video on YouTube and see more via their IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Do You See: Michigan battle rapper extraordinaire Bel Air Beezy shows us he doesn’t need sleep on ‘No Rest’

Posted on 25 July 2021

With an ominous beat to start things off and a furious flow that belts through the brittle speakers of our wondrous imagination, Bel Air Beezy rises up from the underground to remind us that he is ready for anything that comes between him and greatness with ‘No Rest‘.

Bel Air Beezy is a hard-edged Grand Rapids, Michigan-based battle rapper and Dad. He is a street-smart artist who puts on his cape when needed, to show the uneducated what hip-hop should sound like.

”His music is not something you simply listen to but experience. Mostly going by ‘Beezy’ he has found the perfect balance of witty punchlines, charisma, and engagement in the battle arena.” ~ Bel Air Beezy

His hardcore delivery certainly delivers the post rather smoothly – as he drops in to remind all those who forgot about him – that he is around whenever needed to put on a rap clinic, to teach the youth about this storied art form.

‘No Rest‘ from the powerfully eloquent flows of the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based emcee and battle rapper Bel Air Beezy, is a quick-fire return to show us all that he is one of the most criminally underrated emcee around. He swarms the mic like hungry bees, as he bites into these cold bars that smashes through all previous perceptions.

Who needs sleep when your mind is always working at full pace anyway.

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

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

It Will All Pass By: Hilton brushes off those treacherous ‘Demons’

Posted on 23 April 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsukYmZ0m4Y

After taking the risky but ultimately rewarding decision to leave home with just his 2006 4-Runner, some clothes and his trusty guitar to follow his dreams via a house with thirty people inside it, Hilton has faced his ‘Demons‘ and won.

Hilton is a Michigan-born, Los Angeles, California-based indie rock/rap one man band, who sings and flows with that inner desire to make music that helps him find his path to self-enlightenment and to inspire others to do the same.

This is the heartfelt message of giving yourself a break if you are going through some personal issues, as eventually it will all pass and you will be able to breathe again. Life is a marathon, not a sprint after all and better days do certainly lay ahead.

His voice is so atmospheric, you are drawn into his deep lyrics and soothing vocals. You feel rather inspired to reach for what you really want to do in life — rather than being stuck in your home town where the same stories are plastered together — and you can’t really grow.

‘Demons‘ from LA-based indie rock artist Hilton, leads us into his vivid imagination, as he tells us that we shouldn’t worry too much about those feelings inside that bring us down sometimes. They will eventually pass, if you keep the faith, work hard at your craft and keep positive. This is a wise musician who has sacrificed much to follow his heart, his soaring vocals and crisp guitar playing, only leads to happier times for all.

See the live video on YouTube and see his adventures on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Come Home: Lil Nyx takes another sip to drown his feelings on ‘Drunk Alone’ (Reproduced version)

Posted on 27 March 2021
https://soundcloud.com/lilnyx/drunk-alone-reproduced

After the phone keeps on ringing with no answer apparent, Lil Nyx tires greatly of waiting on his re-mastered release of the reflective single called ‘Drunk Alone‘.

David Huver aka Lil Nyx, is a self-motivated emo-rap music-inclined Traverse City, Michigan native, who knew he wanted to do this for a living when he was just nine years old. He stories us with an introspective style that opens the doors into your fearful mind, to introduce a state of anxiousness that shows you how wild this world is currently.

After taking this music game seriously just after he left high school, you feel like he is only taking steps upwards thanks to a consistent flow, that has you intrigued and worried about his state of mind.

”Emotions and feelings such as love, lust, and sadness have always been parts of my life and heavily impacted how I live it.”- Lil Nyx

His rap style is deep and thoughtful, with bars that evoke emotional moments that he hasn’t gotten over yet, as stories of mistrust and battling to find a real connection with friends, that is all too familiar in this social media world that was intended to bring us closer, but has done the exact opposite.

‘Drunk Alone‘ from Michigan’s Lil Nyx, wraps into your head to produce feelings of sadness as you understand his emotions of being alone, whilst taking time to get over this lost love, so that he may find a new blossoming romance that makes his soul happy again.

Hear this real track on Soundcloud and see his story on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Slow Down: Shawn Butzin reminds us to appreciate what we have on ‘Smell the Roses’

Posted on 14 March 2021

After returning home after the unfortunate passing of his late father, Shawn Butzin was so inspired by his long walks in the peaceful Michigan mountains to make tender music so he could sooth his soul and ‘Smell the Roses‘ symbolizes his healing journey.

Shawn Butzin is an award-winning Colorado to Michigan indie-folk singer-songwriter, who foraged himself out of the darkness of mourning, to plant a new seed into the world for us to be uplifted through his deeply heartfelt music.

Taken off his debut solo album, ‘Northern Trails‘, this is a message to turn the volume down, shut the phone off, take a breath and look around to really see what is in front of you. That self-aware reflection is so real and true, your heart beats a bit faster as you remember that loving memory of those left behind in these often barren landscapes, that can hide the true beauty unless you actually seek it out.

His voice is sad and genuine at the same time, as you feel a tear drop down your cheek as you listen closer to this wonderful musician who through those long walks along the stunning Northern Michigan’s trails and campsites, found his peace through music to help us all realize what is really important.

‘Smell the Roses‘ from Traverse City, Michigan-based indie singer-songwriter Shawn Butzin, is that memory that you can’t shake off your mind, the true impact of this song will only be felt when you deal with this moment of loss but will forever remain in your soul. The way he beautifully leads you with him on the trail of healing, is quite remarkable.

Stream this classic song on Spotify and join his long walks in the mountains on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Make it go slower: Anthony J Fink is back with a heartfelt story of life on ‘Places We Go’

Posted on 6 February 2021

Anthony J Fink sings with so much love and tenderness on his brand new single about the journey called ‘Places We Go‘.

Detroit, Michigan-based indie singer-songwriter/pianist Anthony J Fink makes that authentic kind of music with timeless energies, that soars over the rest with a deep groove vibe and makes your speakers shake as you are put into a thoughtful mindset.

”Life is not a trophy to be won. Life is about the journey. Lets enjoy this chapter for what its worth.”-Anthony J Fink

He sings with so much truth lathered all over his voice and he speaks on the temptations around and all of the sad moments that the world is having right now. With so much loss and heartbreak around, this is an uplifting track that inspires us to look deeper than flash things to tempt us unnecessarily on TV and movies.

‘Places We Go‘ from multi-skilled Detroit artist Anthony J Fink will have you closing your eyes and thinking about what life really means to you and how you intend to live it. Time goes really fast and there are so many places to visit and people to meet and learn from. To be fully happy inside you shouldn’t have any regrets about achieving those dreams and aspirations you have.

When you experience a close personal loss like this genuine soul has, you want to make sure that you take the reigns in doing lots of adventures to full enjoyment- before its too late. This is a sentiment that we can all share and be truly inspired by.

Put your mind in a thoughtful place on Spotify and see more on his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Intrinsic melodies in abundance: Chandler Sedat drops debut single ‘No Way To Live’

Posted on 25 December 2020

US singer-songwriter Chandler Sedat is a fairly new artist but he shows growing maturing on ‘No Way To Live’, which is the new lead indie-rock single taken from his debut full seven-track album ‘Unknown‘.

Detroit, Michigan musician Chandler Sedat has always had music on his mind and kind of knew he would do what he loved. After finishing up with college in 2016, this is a self-motivated man who has been focusing on his music and mastering his production skills to the max.

His voice is strong and he sings with such purpose, the layers here are so intricately packed in a pulsating parcel as his hard work is brought to us over dreamy vocals.

The story of moving on from someone that doesn’t have time for you like they used to is a harsh reality that can only be seen when you are out of a picture. The snap of the camera gives you time to reflect and realize what you want to be, which is worth millions over a few cents of meaningless relationships that can end in seconds. The flame is now out and the memory will remain despite the wrongs of the past. Mistakes were made and the only way to move on is to forgive and learn from them.

Chandler Sedat is a special talent and ‘No Way To Live’ is an excellent song from the debut artist as he stamps his name on 2020.

Freshen up your earlobes on Spotify and catch up with Chandler on his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Music to get weird with: Bahbiss Cobb drops mysteriously exciting ‘Feeling Loopy’

Posted on 19 November 2020
Moonpie and Yum Yum by Bahbiss Cobb

With a fascinating start with many layers in intrinsic electronic sounds to wet the thirsty pallet, the gorgeous groove is soon woven into your tired brain and you enthusiastically gaze, and wonder out loud what this is all about. You like the vibe and close your eyes, forgetting all worries for a few minutes. Michigan’s Bahbiss Cobb are back with an EDM single to help us alleviate current life stress on ‘Feeling Loopy‘.

Bahbiss Cobb is the electronic music project of Eric Curry, and this style was made by mistake which makes it even better to listen to. Sometimes you greatest mistakes turn into your greatest wins, life is strange like that sometimes.

The thudding bass bellows through into your earlobes like a sudden thunderbolt as you get into the galaxy-gazing melody of this mysterious wonderland of a fantastically flavored juicy song. The concept is quite awe-inspiring as you get lost in the wormhole that has been created for us to enjoy with friends- who appreciate electronic sounds of splendor.

‘Feeling Loopy‘ is that song to get a bit weird to, to explore the mind and stare at the stars to and dance all night with. Alongside good friends, speakers alert and ready for the incredible busty beat that traps you in and won’t let go. Michigan’s Bahbiss Cobb found this style while making other types of music and for that, we are truly blessed. Music is all about creating your own lane, not following anyone else’s.

Turn off your worries via this song on Bandcamp and find out more about this electric act on Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen