Amatus‘ life began in Southside Chicago where she spent a lot of time at her father’s mosque. As the daughter of a sharecropper and Imam in the Windy City projects, Amatus learned some interesting and hard lessons early in life. After her parents split, Amatus spent her teenage years in Philly. From age 14 on, […]
Album Reviews
This section includes a running list of the music reviews we publish. We also publish a lot of interviews, curate playlists, and podcast. Want to submit your music?
Particle Wave’s Grand Unifier
“By stepping into the past, Particle Wave has conjured up its vision for the future.” (from band bio) When long-time friends Chase Harris, Brian Arthurs and Bryce Stoddart teamed up with songwriter Greg Maechling in 2006, Particle Wave began its journey through the oceans of sound. With two albums under their belt, this LA based […]
Gumshen Progtronica
“Inspiration is all the music that’s out there these days, wide variety. From great musicianship of Radiohead to simplicity of pop music like Phoenix, Franz Ferdinand to huge sounds of dub step. All new digital technology we recently introduced ourselves to – endless possibilities of soft synths (namely ZETA software), and how we could liven […]
The Half-Life of Marla Mase
Marla Mase is no stranger to our archive of great indie musicians. Be sure to check out our previous feature, if you are unfamiliar. Released on February 25 of 2014, Half-Life is Marla’s newest masterpiece to be shared with the world. Backed by the Tomás Doncker band and True Groove Records, her presence, her art, and her delivery […]
Lael Summer has a Burden To Bear
Be careful when you click play on Lael Summer’s Burden To Bear… you might be stuck for a while; whether mesmerized by her soothing vocals or entranced by the soulful grooves, you’re going to feel so good you’ll forget the stop button even exists. Born and raised in NYC, Lael could sing every song from […]
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In 1966, Don Kirschner was hired to produce music for a television show. The Monkees debut single went to #1, their album did the same. It featured songs from some of the most accomplished songwriters in the business and played by seasoned studio professionals. For some perplexing reason, the group wanted to write their own […]
The Currys debut “Follow”
The Currys’ debut album is titled “Follow”, and it will be released 29 April 2014. I have really enjoyed this album, the vocals remind me of Burlap To Cashmere, who I really like so this was a real treat for me. These guys have some serious talent. Beautiful, harmonious vocals pour over you as you […]
Way Down Below with Fire and the Romance
Fire and the Romance was founded on one principle – the desire to create a sound that is new, unique, and relatable. With years of experience writing, recording, and touring under their belt, this bi-coastal band comes together to create a larger musical idea that Dion Roy feels is needed in the world. Dion lives […]
“Lullabies and Wake-Up Calls” – Dinah Thorpe
Yep, I’m still listening to Dinah Thorpe! I still don’t know exactly what to say about “Lullabies and Wake-UP Calls.” Okay – I guess I do. It’s good! Like really good! There, I said it. Thorpe has some things to say and she delivers in a classic style that is undeniable. You can dance to […]
You Shouldn’t Have To Shout So Loud
With 2 EPs and plenty of live shows under his belt, Lou Barlow has created a unique identity, a refreshing sound, and a powerful collection of well crafted songs on True Nature‘s new EP, You Shouldn’t Have To Shout So Loud. Lou grew up around a wide range of music and even though his mother […]
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