Posts by Ariel
Chaz Marcus’ “Green Heart, Midnight Slime” Blends Swagger, Heartache, and Drill Energy

A song like “Green Heart, Midnight Slime” is Fashion, like a bespoke suit tailored with swagger and abandon. Indeed, through his performance, Chaz Marcus creates a whole mood…

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Vic Moissis’ Song “Fire and Steel” Turns Grief into a Fierce Anthem of Protest and Remembrance

There are songs that entertain, and then there are songs that urgently need to be heard — not just for their musical craftsmanship, but for the raw human agony they contain. In fact, the song…

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Fabio Cicala’s single “The Words I Didn’t Say” Weaves Classical Elegance with Meditative Reflection

Draped in a breathtaking tapestry of classical elegance and meditative resonance, the song “The Words I Didn’t Say” by Italian composer Fabio Cicala is a complex journey through measured…

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Slowly Slowly’s New Album ‘Forgiving Spree’ Delivers Anthemic Indie Rock with Raw Emotion and Resilience

“Forgiving Spree”, the new album from Australian indie-rock heavyweights Slowly Slowly, is an album that does not just speak — it confesses, exclaims and aches in the…

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The Afro Nick’s New Song “Get There Before Noon (LA Mix)” Blends Psychedelic Grooves with Indie Rock Ambition

Drawing on the kind of cosmic explorations embodied in Tame Impala, American songwriter The Afro Nick channels a euphoric energy with “Get There Before Noon (LA Mix)” — a song…

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G.L.A.M.’s Single ‘Supersonic’ Ignites with Fearless Lyricism and High-Octane Beats

Channeling the can’t-be-stopped swagger that Missy Elliott litigated for decades ago, G.L.A.M. launches listeners into a world of swaggering confidence and unchecked imagination…

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Madisyn Gifford’s "Die Happy" Glows with Folk-Pop Optimism and Renewal

Imagine the breezy exuberance that Ingrid Michaelson projects on her best folk-pop anthems, then lace it with luminous optimism: that’s the gist of Madisyn Gifford’s single…

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Jess Meilman’s Song “Back in a Few” Weaves Sultry R&B with Haunting Nostalgia

Tantalizing the same plush elegance Sabrina Claudio offers so effortlessly, “Back in a Few” by American singer-songwriter Jess Meilman invites listeners into an indulgent R&B…

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Mak Ro Delivers Sultry, Groove-Filled R&B Vibes in New Single “Backroom”

A lush atmosphere evocative of SZA’s textured R&B flavoring lingers at every nook and cranny on the single “Backroom” — the latest groove on the menu from American-based duo Mak Ro.

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Alba Captivates with Haunting Alt-Pop Elegance in New Single “Criminal”

Alba’s latest release, “Criminal,” raises alt-pop to a high plane, balancing muted instrumentation beneath her sultry, expressive vocals. These lilting murmurs recreate a…

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Ben L’Oncle Soul Unveils Retro R&B Gem “I Got Home” Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘Sad Generation’

Ben L’Oncle Soul proves his prowess in Retro Soul and Contemporary R&B once more with the release of his captivating new single, “I Got Home.” The lively track, released through…

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Camryn Quinlan’s “Ex Box” Transforms Heartache into an Irresistible Alt-Pop Anthem

Music has an uncanny ability to bottle memories — like little time capsules, set to a catchy beat. For the singer-songwriter Camryn Quinlan, this phenomenon is fully front and…

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Paul Cook & The Chronicles’ “Ditch Your Blues” Offers a Breezy Escape from Overthinking

The single “Ditch Your Blues” by UK singer-songwriter Paul Cook & The Chronicles drips with casual magnetism, like a Sunday brunch that turns into an indolent afternoon, time taking a moment…

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Cab’Ral’s “Time Of Our Lives” Ignites a Joyful Rebellion Against Chaos

Canadian-based artist Cab’Ral’s typical “Time Of Our Lives” was also a riotous anthem for the moment, an effervescent declaration that joy is not only possible during chaotic times…

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Swan’s “Hometown” Weaves Soulful Nostalgia into a Smooth, Reflective Anthem

Swan’s latest song entitled “Hometown” is the mood of a late-night, soul-baring chat with your past — reflective, melancholic and, most of all, smooth. The opening notes of the piano is already…

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Jessie Reyez’s “GOLIATH” Showcases Her Emotional Depth and Artistry

GOLIATH” — Canadian singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez’s new single — is another building block in her ascent as one of the more compelling new voices in pop's contemporary…

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The Weeknd Unveils ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’: A Climactic Chapter in His Musical Evolution

Canadian R&B titan The Weeknd has officially dropped his latest album, Hurry Up Tomorrow (XO/Republic), marking what could be the final chapter of his acclaimed trilogy that began with…

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Alyssa Jane and SV Deliver a Haunting Reflection on Perseverance in "One Who Wins"

Alyssa Jane’s single “One Who Wins,” a collaboration with producer SV, is a soulful deep dive into exhaustion, self-reflection and the weight of perseverance. The song’s mellow yet…

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