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COO of UL Sounds.com, a boutique publishing admin firm based in Sacramento, COO of Pac Ave Records (Stockton, CA), writer for Indie Music Discovery.com. Father of 3, all around jedi.

Cozmic Return with Upbeat Electro-Funk Infused Pop On New Single, Lady Luck

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 4, 2018 9:44 am Tagged With: Electro, electro-pop, Funk, Pop

Cozmic-Lady Luck

It was not that long ago we covered Cozmic‘s single Not Ready For Summer (opens in new tab). Cozmic is back with an electro-funk infused, upbeat, uplifting, pop jam titled Lady Luck. When I say uplifting, I truly mean it. Prior to listening to this song, one could say that “shit hit the fan” in a […]

Interview with Daze – Reformation

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 8:26 pm Tagged With: Alternative, indie rock, London, Rock, shoegaze, United Kingdom

DAZE

Following the release of Sleep Paralysis earlier this year, North London’s DAZE are back with another dose of infectious indie-rock. Reformation was released in September (2018). Propelled by layers of fuzz-filled swirling hooks and a frantic energy, Reformation is an instantly catchy track that’ll stick in your ears on first listen. Oozing swooning, impassioned vocals […]

Interview with Harlea – Beautiful Mess

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 7:43 pm Tagged With: indie rock, pop rock, Rock, singer, songwriter

Harlea

One of 2018’s most exciting emerging artists returns with the release of her infectious new single. Harlea’s Beautiful Mess is out now via Roxy Princess Records. The single is a highly addictive slice of pop-rock, filled with undeniably catchy hooks and Harlea’s dynamic, soul-filled vocal taking centre stage. Talking about Beautiful Mess, Harlea elaborates, “the […]

Interview with Sydney Wright – Seiche

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 6:26 pm Tagged With: indie pop, Pop, singer, songwriter

Sydney Wright

In this interview spotlight, I chat with West Texas native Sydney Wright about her latest release, challenges, motivations and more. Full Q&A along with links and the video for Seiche below.  Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by […]

Interview with Varley – Lonely Were The Days

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 6:21 pm Tagged With: alt-pop, dream pop, Europe, Germany, indie pop

Varley

Following the success of debut single Roamer earlier this year, international Berlin-based trio Varley are back with another captivating release. Lonely Were The Days is out now via Seahorse Music. Reflecting on the ever-growing demands of today’s society from the effects of social media and the pressure this puts on a whole generation to “be […]

Interview with William Goin – Swing Bone Dixie

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 4:32 pm Tagged With: Americana, Bluegrass, Florida, Folk, Roots, singer, songwriter, United States

William Goin

In this interview spotlight, I chat with William Goin about his latest project, challenges, motivations and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Right For You by William Goin Let’s dive a little deeper into You, the artist and your music. What attracted you to this genre(s) or style(s)? The genres I write […]

Interview with Copper Viper – Hung Up Alone

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 11:05 am Tagged With: Folk, London, United Kingdom

Copper Viper

London-based folk duo Copper Viper released their latest single Hung Up Alone in August via Under The Bower Records. Beginning intimately with just Robin Joel Sangster (vocals /acoustic guitar) and Duncan Menzies’ (vocals / mandolin / fiddle) intricate vocal harmonies and the gentle hum of frogs croaking in the distance, a sense of warmth is immediately apparent. […]

Interview with Koto Kill – Riot at 45

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 10:53 am Tagged With: electro rock, Electronic, producer, Rock, United Kingdom

Koto Kill

Collaborative project Koto Kill, the brain child of DJ and producer Gabriel Ralls, prepare to release their ferociously thrilling debut mini LP Fight Us All on November 16th (2018) via Dystopian Disco. Filled with beautifully abrasive alternative-electro beats, this release is packed with a punch and aims straight for the gut. Each track features a […]

Interview with Diem – SAM

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 10:45 am Tagged With: Europe, France, indie pop, Pop

Diem-Sam

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Diem about the latest project, motivations, challenges and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and what style of music would you classify yourselves as? I’m from Paris, France but I would say I come from all over the world because music, […]

Interview with Ghost X Gardens – Heartbreak Hotel Chelsea

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman October 3, 2018 8:51 am Tagged With: Alternative, art rock, New York City, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Ghost X Gardens-Heartbreak Hotel Chelsea

Ghost X Gardens is an idiosyncratic artist who has delivered a bit of a peculiar record. The album was recorded while maintaining permanent residency in the legendary Chelsea Hotel, weaving in fascinating, gin-soaked chats with the famous cross-dressing matriarch of the Hotel, Storme’ DeLarverie. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Ghost X Gardens about […]

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