We take a listen to CarnyMusic’s self-titled EP that uses both simple and complex compositions to drive forward its country/folk sound. Singer-songwriter Mike Carnahan likes to keep himself occupied. Not only is he lead singer of Western psyche band The Green Door, but he’s now decided to release a solo EP under the guise CarnyMusic. If the EP is anything to go by, it seems … [Read more...] about EP Review: CarnyMusic – Self-Titled
Review: Dead Friends 46 – Hardcore
Dead Friends 46 release new record Hardcore, and with it create an energetic punk album backed by an underlying message of angst against heart. Southern Californian Hardcore outfit Dead Friends 46 were only formed in 2015, but they’ve quickly become established into the Orange County punk scene. Relying heavily on an old-skool 80s hardcore punk sound, they let the music do … [Read more...] about Review: Dead Friends 46 – Hardcore
Review: Chris Lastovicka – Fortune Has Turned (Remixed)
We take a listen to newly remixed record Fortune Has Turned from Chris Lastovicka, and with it we’re reminded of the power and intensity the artist is famed for. A record isn’t a record unless it makes you feel something. Some artists spend ages trying to create music that is genuinely heart-felt, only ending up either overcomplicating matters leading to a convoluted piece, … [Read more...] about Review: Chris Lastovicka – Fortune Has Turned (Remixed)
Review: The Pearcy/Gratzmiller Jazz Quintet – Over The Edge
The Pearcy/Gratzmiller Jazz Quintet impress with new album Over The Edge, bringing in both old and new jazz elements to create the perfectly paced and energetic hybrid. Jazz has so many connotations and meanings to so many people that it can be hard to please and appeal to everyone. It shouldn’t always have to either. Jazz is unto itself and goes where it pleases, only … [Read more...] about Review: The Pearcy/Gratzmiller Jazz Quintet – Over The Edge
Review: Gina Graves – And We Rise
Gina Graves delivers a dreamy pop record with And We Rise that twists and turns around simple ideas, helping it stand out amongst the crowd. Gina Graves is like that little voice inside all of our heads. You know the one. The one that says “you’re not good enough” or “don’t even try, you can’t compete so why bother?”. Well, Gina aims to take all these childlike … [Read more...] about Review: Gina Graves – And We Rise
Review: Rose Ann Dimalanta Trio – It’s Time
New record It’s Time from Rose Ann Dimalanta Trio goes to show that with great musical knowledge and great friendship, something special can be created. Rose Ann Dimalanta Trio are very talented musicians. They’ve all been in the industry for years, with each gaining high accolades in their fields. Rose for example, was in Prince’s band for his Musicology tour, and you know … [Read more...] about Review: Rose Ann Dimalanta Trio – It’s Time