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Monday, January 26, 2015
Juliet Simms-All Or Nothing
Well, well....Juliet Simms has returned, and what a return it is! After coming in so close on the reality show, "The Voice", of which I believe she should have won; Juliet is bringing us a six track release, titled "All Or Nothing". The lead singer for the alternative rock band, Automatic Loveletter, really shows her vocal range, style range, and a musical environment that is very solid on the EP. Kicking off this release, is the song "All Or Nothing'. This track is fast paced, pretty much, and has some basic lyrics, but also lyrics that sound angry, aggressive, and simply, "great"! In the midst of the release, Juliet handed us a song by the name of "Evangeline". Out of the six tracks, this would be my least favorite, based on the pace, and I feel her vocals could have been arranged a little angrier and better. The song is still good, but if I had to pick, like I stated, it would be the one I would not download, if I were downloading the EP in "singles". This release is just under six bucks at most digital retailers starting late January of 2015. So, at that rate, I suggest you go ahead and grab this great piece of work. Juliet Simms, in my opinion, has always been underrated and under the radar for some time now. The best song on "All Or Nothing", is the song "Not Broken Yet'. This is powerful, and the lyrics are so good, and delicate. She is currently filming a video of sorts for another track off the release, that song is the fourth track on "All Or Nothing", that one being "End Of The World". That song is very, very good....however, it just lyrically did not "catch me", as much as "Not Broken Yet". The entire release, for me, stands out overall. Other songs on the EP are "Mystified", and a great track called "Before It Rains". I love this release, because of other reasons as well. First of all, I cannot really be "favoring" Juliet, because I have personally hung out with her, and met her on a Warped Tour date, and whatnot. However, even without "favoring" Juliet, I would truly enjoy this release. I highly recommend this, if you are a fan of Automatic Loveletter, alternative rock, powerful female vocalists, or just excellent music, this hits hard, angry, aggressive, yet beautiful. Definitely get yours right away!!
Rating: 5.0+/5.0
Play This Music and Never Take It Off !!
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Marla Morris-While The Street Lights Shine
Since the young age of four years old, Marla Morris has been dazzling people with her blissful musical talents. Hailing from the east coast, Connecticut in fact, Marla uses that small town ingenuity quite well. She has grown into her own since then obviously, landing opening slots for country artists such as Travis Tritt, Lorrie Morgan, and Kix Brooks (Brooks And Dunn). Just this December, Marla unleashed with a fury, her latest country/pop effort, with "While The Streetlights Shine'. Already racing up the country charts, the EP is a well crafted machine! Featuring six total songs, all of which are intriguing, it shines as definitely a piece of music you will need to get your hands and, then put your ears to this! Prior to this release, Marla was featured on several successful charting basis. With her debut, "Ready For The Rain", Marla showed songwriting abilities with a stylistic passion and grace. The record was featured on the "What We're Listening To", "New And Noteworthy", and the "Rising Stars Of Country" sections of I-Tunes. "Ready For The Rain" landed in the top 100 country album charts in it's debut, and has appeared there many different times since then. Marla then released an excellent single titled, "I Can't Do This Anymore", in 2013, and that track was featured on the "New And Noteworthy" section of I-Tunes as well, and only began to drive up Marla's success. With this latest record, "While The Streetlights Shine", Marla has proven again that she is one heck of a talent. With the beautiful song, "One December Ago", she shows her greatest lyrical sides, and shines very bright as an artist. My favorite of the tracks on "While The Street Lights Shine", which all clock in between three to just under four minutes in length; is the song "Nothing Left To Leave". "Nothing Left To Leave" really makes me feel a vibrancy within a sadness, that perhaps is honestly quite unexplainable. To put it bluntly, it is an amazing song, period. "Home Is Always You", which concludes the effort, is infectious. Another infectious groove, is the kick starter off the record, with "Sky On Fire". This one really gets you going, reminds me of another up and coming star of country music, Leah Turner. When it comes to both Marla, and Leah, you will find yourself thinking "Carrie Underwood" comparisons. To me, that is a lot to live up to, but I promise you that after listening to "While The Street Lights Shine" especially, you will witness Marla rising into the Carrie Underwood "atmosphere" in country!
Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Friday, October 31, 2014
Pvris-White Noise
Well, after quite a bit of singles and remixed versions, the complete record has finally arrived. I must admit that before hearing the single, "White Noise", I was skeptical. I am an immense fan of the female vocalist style genre, and this ban's female sounds have me fluttered or to be blunt, captivating". The backing and some embracing track work, work that Lyndsey Gunnolfsen set her vocals and talent to, are so incredible! This song, "My House"(Featured Video Below) is enough of a reason to grab up the record, than any other. "My House" and "Ghosts" are quite astonishing tracks. They are remindful of the artist Ella Henderson. There is no doubt that both of these stars are destined to be on the top of the Billboard charts. I would recommend picking this release up, at a show, digital retailers, and a store near you!
Rating: 4.80/5.0
"My House: "Official Music Video
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Jacquie Lee-Broken Ones
This EP, "Broken Ones" is brilliant. You may recognize Jacquie from the hit television show, The Voice. She impressed the judges through and through. Well, here she is with her debut record, "Broken Ones". This is incredible vocals and work. The first single off the EP is the title of the release, "Broken Ones". Below, you will find the official music video for it, and it will give you a female vocalist gift! It is my favorite track from the effort, and I constantly find myself spinning it and playing it on the I-Pod, and also on mix cd's. The third song from the EP, titled "Drown Me in Your Love" is irresistible and beautiful. You will really enjoy this song, hands down. "Tears Fall" is the darkest song, and it finds itself among the top tracks of the "Broken Ones" EP. There is a fun, and upbeat song to get into on the album, and of course we all know it, it is called "Girls Just Want To Have Fun". Fall into a well done song with wide vocal range and haunting piano, in the track "Right Love". Overall, this release presents a variety of styles within it, and it delivers pretty well. There could be stronger songs like "Broken Ones", but this being her first release, she has done quite well. I would give this a try, I mean for the cheap price, and the quality, you really cannot go wrong with "Broken Ones"!
Rating: 4.0/5.0
"Broken Ones" Official Video
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Leighton Meester-Heartstrings
We all know Leighton from a famous television show, or from her great work in the film industry, but did we expect her to be able to sing like this? On "Heartstrings", Meester is captivating, and really portrays the material well. The craft, and eloquent first single is the album title, "Heartstrings". This song is very smooth, and has a tempo that is easily able to get stuck in our heads. The way Leighton laid this track down, is almost perfect. Almost, because it still shows a bit of inexperience with releasing quality music. Don't get me wrong, this album is really solid, and I would play it constantly in rotation if the occasion arose, but there are some gaps in this album. Also, "Heartstrings" is only a nine track release. This is disappointing to fans of hers. The best track in my opinion from the album, is the song "Good For One Thing". This song is resonating, and gives us some taste of her potentials throughout the record. Other standouts are "Run Away", "L.A.', and "Dreaming'. For the current price of the album, which I've seen it around nine to ten dollars, you get your money's worth. There is an impeccable range on the release, and I think we all should experience this. I suggest you go out and grab the record on the 27th-28th of October. You will enjoy this, but beware, don't expect a perfect record. This is an enjoyable record, not perfection though.
Rating: 4.25/5.0
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Monday, October 20, 2014
Sometimes Julie-Head First
Sometimes Julie, hailing from the state of California, are an impressive
duo. With their release of "Head First", the full length gives us many tastes of fantastic music. Take for example the lead cut, "We Are Golden". It sets a melodic mood, with lyrics that would sooth any drive home these days. The best track off the album is the title cut, "Head First" It has a more uptempo beat, with lacing guitars, and desolate lyrics and an excellent arrangement indeed. Another stand out song is "Time Flies". "Time Flies" shows of perhaps the bands range of style, and the pulsating vocals of the lady herself, "Monica Sorenson. The guitars are quite better than I honestly expected. Rick Walker, who is the prime guitar player on "Head First", goes above and beyond really. With good range, and such a passion for music, it really shows off well in the arrangements and the beats of the record. You can catch great examples of that in tracks such as "Reckless", "What A Rush", "Wishin' You Were Here', and the crafty one called "Come Find Me". Overall, I was quite impressed with the album as a whole. If there was a "weak spot", I would say it would be "Carefully". However, the fourteen track release is just about perfect overall. It is excellently packaged, and the artwork, which are depictions of basic ocean scenery and the beauty of the California coast lines, is beautiful. I recommend this effort, give it a shot, it will surely impress upon you a quality you weren't expecting!
Rating: 4.90/5.0
Sunday, October 12, 2014
Leah Turner-Leah Turner EP
Leah Turner has released her first, self-titled EP, and it is very impressive, indeed! We all have heard about the power-driven "keys" to her first single, "Take The Keys". I will be honest and let the readers know that this review is solely based upon a personal purchase. At no point did the record label, Columbia Nashville, present me with this record. However, Leah is a rising star, a friend, and I feel she deserves the respect and critiques she can garner. "Pull Me Back", her second and current single, is a bit different than "Take The Keys". It reminds me of a Carrie Underwood-type track, and yet, has it's own uniqueness. It has a catchy chorus, with "you say what you say, but I still want you....pull me back". That rings in your ears, even after hearing it just once. Just incredible. The third track is a bit more fiesty, and down to earth. "Bless My Heart", is similar to nothing else. Although, it can have the fire power of a Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, or a Brantley Gilbert kind of written song. It has lyrics like "tobasco in my veins....", and shows an angst of Leah, that perhaps the EP through the first two tracks had yet to show. I enjoy this track the most, and it is my favorite of the five off the release. "Beat Up Bronco", well, is a lower song. It has a story behind it, and it still steers this EP very well. The song fits in great, and when she states, "I wouldn't trade that first kiss for nothin' ", it makes the mood set in quite well. "Ya, that heater, it's been broken since you owned it....", lyrics that a remindful of tough times and life throwing people hardships, yet we overcome them, and this can be a very resonating song. The final song off the well-done EP, is called "My Finger". This one, well it really gets me amped up when I am listening to a country mix, or this particular EP release. It has an excellent beat and tempo, and with lyrics like "you won't see me dressed in white, won't be no way tonight....", and "you dug your grave and here's my finger". This song has one specific stating, "show me your history and I'm your regret", well, rest assured, grabbing up this release, this strong and wild EP, will not leave you with the taste of regret in your mouth. Leah Turner is here folks, and the bottom line is, you have no choice but to recognize this female talent, without a shadow of a doubt!
Rating:5.0/5.0
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Jennifer Knight-Twinkle And Shine (Single)
Just when you start to see some up and coming promising musicians, you hit a bump with one. This release definitely is indeed that "bump". "Twinkle And Shine" showcases the ridiculous days of "bubblegum pop" and lousy songwriting skills. I know this song was digitally released since around April of 2014 (this year), and it's taken me some time to actually admit I heard this track. It doesn't mean the singer is awful, trust me, she isn't. It is just that the specific song being reviewed, is such a waste of talent. It has drawn some attention around the world, and may even be a hit in some areas, but, don't let that fool you at all. I highly recommend not wasting your Itunes gift cards, or your money on any other digital music outlets. This singer can't even seem to get an album together, just crafting up single after single after single. There gets a point to where it becomes awful to the ear, and with "Twinkle And Shine", you actually begin to hear this occur. I am not trying to be negative, this singer is very polite, a smart fashion display, and a talent. I just want to be clear that this song in particular, has gone so wrong on so many different levels. Don't waste your time.
Rating: 2.0/5.0
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You've Been Dared....!
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Alaina Blair-Here I Am
"Alive Again", Alaina's lead single from her third release, doesn't even begin to describe how strong this release is! Wow! With seven strong tracks, and an excellent price, "Here I Am" is definitely worth every penny. Let me just say I love this record. You're also treated to blazing guitars by the man himself, Mr. Billy Alexander! Love this! With powerful and strong drumming by Tony Morra, it becomes even more of such a treat to grab "Here I Am". "Throw It All Away", the first song on the release, was written by Billy Alexander and Melanie Joe. Melanie, you may know, has some good music of her own out now. This song is delicate, yet throws you into such a groove, even the windows dance when you crank this tune up! The third song on the album is called "Here Tonight", and this one is a smooth, cozy effort that makes you think about life more and more. Great song, indeed. My favorite on "Here I Am", I would say is "Give Myself Over", which is the fourth song on the LP. With unique bass play by bassist Sean Barrett, and eclectic electric piano/organ done by Mike Stockalper, "Give Myself Over" just seems to resonate with myself so much, I honestly cannot describe it any better than to say, "buy this"! Other stand out tracks include "I Will", "Tears Never Fell", and "Life Is Beautiful". Overall, I've said this time and time again, you seriously need to grab this one up, especially if you're into discovering new artists, and enjoy smooth pop music, or country as well. Alaina Blair and crew are so dynamic on this release. Alaina has improved from her first release, the EP titled "Gypsy Girl", to her first solo record, and now "here" she is with the unbelievable "Here I Am". Find out for yourself today!
RATING: 5.0/5.0
Buy this, and love it!!
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Banks-Goddess
Wow. I am a fine of all kinds of music, but I will admit I fell in love with this record right when I heard it. "Goddess", the latest from the passionate and soulful artist, Banks, is purely brilliant. Especially the enjoyable "deluxe" edition. I really cannot name a favorite track from this album, there are so many, but if I had to, I would go with "Warm Water". With haunting vocals at times, and blissful tracks such as "This Is What It Feels Like", Change", And I Drove You Crazy", and Bedroom Wall"-they all make you shutter and quiver with intrigue. "Fuck Em Only We Know: is an excellent symbol for this album because it's as if Banks does not care what anyone thinks, she has realized her talent and artistry is purely awesome, and don't think for a moment she does not know it!! I highly recommend this release, whether you decide on the "deluxe" package, or the "standard" release, I can promise you that you will indeed be pleased! Enjoy that stunning voice!
Rating: 5.0/5.0
"Beggin' For Thread" Official Video:
Enjoy!
Sunday, December 22, 2013
Alaina Blair-Alive Again (Single)
She's back, and she's back in a big way!! "Alive Again", Alaina's upcoming new single, is one amazing lead off hit, the propels her into even more an afterburner of a world of musical stardom than we even thought she could even exist in before. Even after one EP, and one excellent album, this single excels beyond the point of no return. The slower intro of the song, citing, "Broken down, and turned around......." are excellent lead lyrics...then they soar into more lifting lyrics like ""I didn't know that I could fly this high reach out and touch the sky, defy the laws of gravity..........feeling alive again." Speaking of "lyrics", along along Alaina's side, were the ppowerful forces of well known powerhouses Jane Bach (Reba), and Mr. Billy Alexander himself, who has really been blazing along with the guitar as well, and his writing has been no different. Those combined skills are a path to stardom for sure!
The passion of this song is incredible, and holds motivation and definitely designs for her fans a path of belief that she is for real. Alaina's voice has never been so strong, and the song is so well written, the vocals are so well done, that there is no reason this time Alaina Blair does not hit the charts with a huge bang! People have got to know this woman, I cannot believe she is not more of a household name, but Alaina is "alive again" now.....and with "Alive Again", written by the best writers out there, Alaina has indeed marked her territory with a musical passion and fury. Welcome back Alaina, we embrace you, we feel you "Alive Again"!!
RATING:10/10
"Alive Again" !!
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Leah Turner-Take The Keys (Single)
Ahh, smell that? That's the smell of two things....sweet success and the scent of a fresh breath of brilliant musician doing her thing. Leah, so talented and beautiful, has the country world by the strings with this first single, titled "Take the Keys". It holds one heck of a catchy hook, and Leah has the vocals to power any song, as evident by the track itself. Having just hit digital retailers in mid-August, Turner has impacted radio far before that. Becoming a success wasn't an overnight ordeal, and Leah is well aware of this, and it is evident by her lyrical content. "Let's hit the road and let the engine spark...." describes her sensual and ambitious attitude. "Take the Keys" is a thrill ride of rocking country persona, and she definitely shows she belongs! If you have to compare her to any current country artist, it could be hard, because Leah has her own distinctions. Leah is stunning, vocally strong, lyrically talented, and has ambition to succeed for her fans and family like no other artist in recent memory. I suppose the likes of a Kellie Pickler, a younger Shania Twain, or even Martina McBride would be suffice in comparison. That is my opinion, but believe me, you will hear the point I am making, just grab a copy from a link below, and see and hear for yourselves!! The chanting of "come on, come on, baby...." makes you want to do some dancing, party it up and crank this track top notch where it belong, up high!! So, "take the keys", pop the song in the player, and turn it up as loud as you can, and do what Leah does best, sing your heart out!!
RATING: 10/10
Jennifer Nettles-That Girl (Single)
One of country music's finest female vocalists, Jennifer Nettles ventured into a solo project, and did so very well. The time has finally come. Her newly released single, "That Girl," just impacting radio on Aug. 19th, is raising the bar for every other mainstream female artist. Keeping true to her roots, Jennifer tosses in jazz, pop and even soulful influences on the new track, balancing out what is commercially viable and what is true to country music-storytelling. While the men continue doing the same thing over again by releasing party song after tired party song. The females continue to deliver quality material that serves as a beacon of hope for all of the "close-minded traditionalists." "That Girl" is a sultry and slinky response to Dolly Parton's iconic song "Jolene." While incorporating such modern production as hand-claps and a sleek shine, Jennifer allows her voice and lyrics to reveal the track's storyline. Here we have a woman down-trodden by the lies of a two-timing man. He's married and seeks after the mistress for some side action. Come to find out, the mistress has no idea he's married. When she does find out, she breaks it off...and calls up the wife to tell her she doesn't "want to be that girl with your guy, to fool you and make you cry." "I knew he was good looking, maybe too good to be true. But when he kissed me in that alley, I could tell there was a you," she sings. Her voice drips with sensual desire but enraptures the lyrics with a bitter edge, almost mysterious, by layering on an attitude that only Jennifer could relate with. There is an air of film to the delivery, ranging back to a 1950's black and white film, perhaps. As her solo debut release, she definitely has a smash hit here. As one-half of the hugely successful duo Sugarland, Jennifer is poised to become the next great solo female artist, despite a huge barrier that most face when attempting to launch a superstar career. She's already a household name, and by releasing such a risky and bold choice, she just might get the attention people everywhere!!
RATING: 9.5/10
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Christina Grimmie-With Love
WITH LOVE, is an album of powerful vocals and it also comes with an addictive vibe that makes you want to cycle through it over and over again. Christina Grimmie provides beauty, talent, and good music all in one, with this release. Kicking off this album, the lead track "Over Overthinking You", is infectious. It starts off with a typical pop-like cheering, then takes a "na-na, hey-hey" chanting in the background at times. However, the substance parts of the song are what keep the song intact, and worthy of a listen. To follow that up, we get more potent tracks like "Absolutely Final Goodbye", and one of my favorites from the album, "Make It Work". "Get Yourself Together", sounds somewhat like it could be near pop country, but it has a groove to it as well. Christina's vocals are great in this song, and her range is far better in it also. Lyrically, it stretches further than other previous tracks too. Her first single from this album, "Tell My Moma", from which she just shot a video, is also my favorite track as well. She presents more a raspy toned vocal on this song, and an "attitude"-like demeanor on it. If you are into those "driving" songs, this should be added to your collection for sure! Lyrically, it hits well, and Grimmie shows her musical talents excellent here. Other tracks, like "Think of You", "I Bet You Don't Curse God", and "The One I Crave", show the teenagers out there, and perhaps young adults, just what pop music should sound like, not what it shouldn't. More pop music should follow Christina's lead, and learn from this album, WITH LOVE.
RATING: 9.75/10
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Varna-This Time, It's Personal
Female fronted rock/pop group, Varna, seems to have unleashed to us a hit, with their
single, "Down". The song hits hard, has melodic grooves, and is quite the catch. It made me want to purchase this three track EP right away, Tiana's vocals are incredible!! Tiana Woods, the female singer of the band, seems to have found a way to entertain music lovers with passion, desire, and a will to draw fans in like crazy. Ahh, the insanity! Lyrically, "Down", is the strongest track in my opinion as well off the EP. Granted, I only had to pick out of three, but the three have made me so, so thirsty and hungry for more and more from this astounding band. Lines such as "....I'm going down, going down, don't know how much further I can go....", show depth in this band. I simply love this ep, and below I have placed links for you to check out the band, and also pick up this EP. I highly suggest you grab a copy as soon as you can, "This Time It's Personal" is here to grow on us, feed on us, and become a "secret smash hit" that will one day, become a force to be reckoned with, know the name, Varna. They are here to stay.
RATING: 10/10
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Demi Lovato-Heart Attack (Single)
Demi has released another number one hit single, and it is fantastic, yet again!! The
song shot straight up to number one on the digital sales charts, charting very fast on I-tunes within in minutes on the night it was released. Her appeal is much different than a Britney Spears appeal, and I call it a cross between Christina Aguilera, and Shakira. To me, that's not a bad comparison at all to be a part of. Now, on to "Heart Attack", her first single from a forthcoming album release. "....But when it it comes to you, I'm never good enough"......lines just our in like romance is dying in the melody. ..."If I ever did that, I think I'd have a heart attack.....every time I try to be myself, I think I'll have a heart attack..". The song is like a battle of Demi against an make figure, stating she cannot tolerate being near him or seeing him because she would feel some emotional pain, or "burn". It's a great metaphor, and excellent lyrics. Most music, with this generalization, lack the lyrical power, but not this song. Much like her smash hit, "Skyscraper" ,she is a brilliant musical talent, with a great video and performance vision. This track definitely gets my focus and attention, because I understand and see Demi's attitude within this specific track. I cannot wait until the entire album is released, I buying it, either digitally or physically. I suggest you grab up the single for now at one of the links below, and blast some new Demi Lovato!!
RATING: 10/10
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