Kennebec creates a textured, feel-good record full of wonder in new album Departure, brought to life with subdued piano and subtle electronics. Kennebec, the brainchild of composer Eric Phillips, was formed through seeking a respite to the noise and clamour of New York City. To do this, Phillips moved out to the Pacific Northwest, found his solace and, with no plan in mind, … [Read more...] about Kennebec: Departure – Album Review
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Sarah Schonert: Songs About Sounds – Review
Sarah Schonert releases new album Songs About Sounds amongst angelic, synth-driven layers, eclectic vocals and timeless piano. Indie pop/experimental singer-songwriter Sarah Schonert is always willing to push boundaries. New album Songs About Sounds is no exception as she calls on a wide range of ideas and intriguing synth work to create bold and captivating atmospheres that … [Read more...] about Sarah Schonert: Songs About Sounds – Review
Apache Rose: Tiny Love – Single Review
Apache Rose release new track Tiny Love, a love letter to nineties and noughties rock that is pulled off with skill and passion. Moscow-based rock project Apache Rose are one of those bands that know how to have a good time with their music. Written and produced by Ilya Novokhatskiy who spent time in the US as a child, he wears his heart on his sleeve and is unafraid to … [Read more...] about Apache Rose: Tiny Love – Single Review
James Smith: An EP By James Smith – Review
James Smith releases new EP An EP by James Smith, focussing on emotion-laden tracks that his audience will be able to empathize with on a personal level. James Smith is currently ‘one of the Uk’s most promising break out talents’ and his self-titled EP, An EP by James Smith, is not something to be looked over. All about his heartache over his past relationship, James’ … [Read more...] about James Smith: An EP By James Smith – Review
Jeff Parker & The New Breed: Suite For Max Brown – Review
The shape-shifting veteran Jeff Parker crafts a beautiful soundscape pitched between tradition and futurism, modal jazz and digital glitch in new album Suite for Max Brown. Over a fascinating, boundary-straddling career with the likes of post-rock gods Tortoise, Isotope 217, Tricolor, the Chicago Underground Quartet as well as countless dates as a sideman and collaborator, … [Read more...] about Jeff Parker & The New Breed: Suite For Max Brown – Review
Oriana Setz: Metamorfosis – Review
Oriana Setz releases new record Metamorfosis, focussing on a unique Latin-infused sound allowed to wander where it pleases. Ecuadorian singer/songwriter Oria Setz is all about authenticity throughout her music. Currently based in New Zealand, this appears to have given her music a unique view on the world, pulling in different genres and tastes, but always with an underlying … [Read more...] about Oriana Setz: Metamorfosis – Review