David Deutsch – Prism (EP Review)
While his work as a film composer has landed him some big-name projects, LA-based musician David Deutsch flexes his ‘serious composer’ muscles on his debut EP Prism. Constituted by ambient-leaning pieces that play with sonic intensity, the EP often finds moments of serenity and beauty through acoustic piano, orchestral strings, andContinue Reading
Michael Crean – Songs To The Sea (Album Review)
What do the sea and dreams have in common? That’s not a joke or a riddle but a philosophical question. Perhaps the answer can be found in Londonite artist Michael Crean’s debut album, Songs To The Sea, which sees Crean explore the redemptive power of the sea by contrasting it with theContinue Reading
Single Reviews: 27 January 2023: Sad Girls Aquatics Club, Niches, Lucas Mellone, Cirklen, PLF
Photo by Jameson Draper Sad Girls Aquatics Club – Beyond The Blue pop Purveyors of smooth and fashionable “break up pop”, Yinzer duo Sad Girls Aquatics Club have released the simple and catchy “Beyond The Blue”. Members Marie Mashyna and Chelsea Rumbaugh set sporadic hits of futuristic electro against brightContinue Reading
Ryan McMurtry – Thoughts Like Birds (EP Review)
From Belfast via Bristol, the whispery folk balladeering of Ryan McMurtry makes a light-hearted but lasting impression on his joyous new EP “Thoughts Like Birds”. Strings, brass, and backing vocals help to accentuate the true spirit of McMurtry’s dryly performed songs. Sacrificing energy for clarity, the pieces are delivered inContinue Reading
Compltr – You Won’t Get A Gold Medal (EP Review)
Embracing who we are in a world that rewards cookie-cutter copies of the herd is one of the significant challenges of adulthood. However, accepting and coming to love our shortcomings is one of the greatest pleasures awaiting those brave enough to ignore the status quo. Someone aware of this factContinue Reading
The Waeve – The Waeve (Album Review)
Surely 2023 will see the tail end of lockdown albums. By now, artists have had ample time to give their quarantined expressions the right amount of reverb. However, The Waeve come washing in with a testament to the artistic possibilities that arise from a world in turmoil. A duo comprisingContinue Reading
Tuulikki Bartosik – Playscapes (Album Review)
While the accordion’s origins can be traced back to 19th century Berlin, their use by cultures throughout the globe is a testament to their unique lure and dynamic capabilities. While it is played in pubs from Czechia to Scotland, it also has an intrinsic cultural status in Brazil and Colombia.Continue Reading
Interview: The Fuchsias
The Fuchsias are an experimental instrumental duo from Brighton who recently released their debut EP, “Isles”. Full of complex and unique arrangements and performances, the duo’s mysterious music is highly stylized and atmospheric. We reached out to them with a few questions, and they were kind enough to oblige. Hello,Continue Reading
Pocket Fox – Birch Leaves (Album Review)
Australian indie collective Pocket Fox have been disseminating tightly-knit and cosy indie folk since their self-titled EP was released in 2011. The eight songs on their recent album “Birch Leaves” rotate between camp-fire sing-alongs and more downtempo adult contemporary. Most notably, the group operate on a theatrical form of folkContinue Reading
Thane – The Algorithm Isn’t Working (Album Review)
You are likely to have found this article based on an algorithm. Ubiquitous in our digital world, algorithms power everything from our entertainment to the administration of our lives and societies. But at what point does automation begin to dictate our choices or, even worse, freedom? Milwaukeean producer Thane exploresContinue Reading