Libby Ember Counts the Cost of Always Showing Up on “Shoes”
For me, “Shoes” succeeds through its scale. Ember keeps the focus on a doorway, a parked car and the person ready to leave…
REVIEWS
Rigaux Keeps the Energy High and the Emotion Close on “Let it Last”
The reason for the method that Rigaux employs in this instance is that the vocal performance is introduced into a production which is…
FORRM Bring Live Instrumentation, Electronics and the Visual World of Venice Together on ‘PALAZZO’
The live instrumentation, the use of electronics and the natural atmosphere form the basis of the project, a combination which shows real potential…
Richard MARCER Lets the Synths Stretch and the Tension Build on ‘Unusual Discovery’
Warmth and a sense of discomfort are closely linked in this piece. The acoustic nostalgia present in the track combines with electronics which…
Set to 88’s ‘1996’ Puts a Strained Romance on the Dance Floor
Clocking in at two minutes and thirteen seconds, the latest release puts a relationship under pressure into a compact dance format.
Gianfranco Malorgio Pairs Guitar and Synths to Explore Italian Emigration on “An Immigrant’s Story”
The fact that he has a background in ensemble playing gives the piece “An Immigrant’s Story” a special context since it is a…
Six Days in Prague Gave Bash Co. a Love Song with Marching Drums and a Revolution at Its Heart on “Velvet”
The line “It’s you in velvet, Revolution in my heart” combines all these meanings in a skilful and concise manner. The appeal is…
Francesca Panaia Questions the Summer She Fell For on ‘Trust A Liar’
Even the weather becomes something to question. Salt in her hair grounds that uncertainty in a physical detail, placing pleasure and hesitation within…
Gus Ormo Gives Romance the Piano Treatment on ‘Claroscuro’
Claroscuro (APAPE)’s appeal rests on the relationship between intimacy and scale. Its romantic character gives the piano a clear purpose, while the surrounding…
ErickOscar’s Album ‘Hold The Light’ Gets Personal About Love and Tough Days
His album ‘Hold The Light’ incorporates elements of ballads, acoustic pop, gospel, and Latin music and includes songs in both English and Spanish,…
Elias Dream Turns ‘Serra’ Into a Story of Obsession With a Rock Soundtrack
The progression is well suited by conversational rap; since the account is presented directly, it brings the listener close to the speaker, and…
The Awesome Crew Give Hard Work Its Due on ‘No Apology’
The song’s premise allows pride into the conversation, and I appreciate that. If the effort was yours, taking pleasure in the result seems…
Collector’s Edition Have Some Explaining to Do on ‘If You Only Knew’
Rap and sung vocals suit that conflict, giving the storytelling and the repeated plea distinct voices. The chorus keeps returning to whether she…
Nevz Gives His Mother Her Flowers on ‘Love You Momma’
I’d put the vocal at the top of the song’s strengths. Keeping it prominent gives the words room to register, particularly when the…
Tatiana Kruz Finds the Rhythm of Restraint on “Son Ex”
Her work draws on Congolese musical traditions as well as pop, and “Son Ex” brings that range to a familiar, sharply focused subject.
Brian James & The Boys Of Summer Leave the Conversation Open on “Where Do We Go From Here?”
Their song “Where Do We Go From Here?” comes from the 2026 album “Hold On Tight.” James approaches the song with a measured…
PoloMacavelli Wants ‘Looking’ to Catch You in a Different Mood Every Time
That gives ‘Looking’ a specific purpose beyond the broad promise of a pleasant listen. PoloMacavelli wants repetition to open up different responses.
Rhon D Puts Love and Gratitude at the Heart of ‘Essence of Life’
The most promising aspect of ‘Essence of Life’ is its willingness to treat appreciation as a subject worthy of sustained attention. Love, experience…
“Obsession” Is 50mething’s Love Letter to the Music That Carries Us Through Life
The single “Obsession” assigns the intensity of a love song to a common daily routine, namely keeping music handy with earbuds ready for…
George Andrew Simons Gives “Brown Kings & Queens” a History Worth Remembering
Among his 2026 releases, “(From the Ash) Brown Kings & Queens” takes a subject large enough to fill its entire title. Look at…
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