Breaking out of the societal norms with their stunning new track, “Noisy Heaven,” is Philadelphia based budding punk project, Quiet Slang. At the head of this revolution in the punk industry is James Alex, a known and noted musical genius with the skill and talent that so many people crave and seek.With natural talent in his back pocket, Alex has put together a new single that has depth and meaning that may not be apparent at first listen. Beneath the stark minimalism of their track lies emotion that both denotes the opposition to distortion and perfectly embodies Quest Slang’s raison d’etre.
Along with their amazing ability to weave talent and music into one harmonious track, it has been said that Alex has been called both radical and mysterious. Speaking of this very subject NYLON stated, “Working under the moniker of Quiet Slang, Alex brought the magic of Beach Slang’s Tiny Desk concert for NPR to Austin, through stripped-back performances and an ease foreign to fans of Beach Slang. It’s a radical thing to do, but artists work in mysterious, unexpected ways.”As fans gather to listen to this new release, they will not only have all of their expectations exceeded, but find that they are experiencing something far beyond “just another song.”
Showing off their stunning ability to transport their listeners to a whole new world filled with gloriously lush and full soundscapes is Hop Along with their latest new single, “How Simple.” Along with their fantastic new track, they have also been working hard to produce a visual spectacle that is equally enchanting and is sure to bring them closer to a dream that, at one point, seemed eons away. At first glance, this group is lively and energetic–from the first scene to the epic closing. Not only is their music unique and interesting, but there is a special artistic flare in the style of their video that perfectly compliments their music. Like the single that it accompanies, the video keeps the listener guessing at every turn with most of the peripheral scenery cut out and constant movement.
Hop Along’s diligent work has finally started to pay off as this new single has caused them to gather an even more extensive fan basis within just the past few weeks. No doubt, in the future, this will continue to grow as they produce and release music that matches the level of quality and perfection that they have achieved with “How Simple.”
Deepening their roots in the Chicago, Illinois music scene, two piece rock outfit Arthhur has brought their a-game with their newest single release, “Come Meet the Opposite Committee,” off their album of the same name. Along with having every component that composes a successful song, the underlying meaning behind the lyrics brings an all new wave of depth and social importance. Combined with their stellar beats and rhythms, Arthhur speaks up for those who deal with obsessive compulsive disorder as well as anxiety through his many musical movements and detailed lyrical presence. Throughout the track, the music is often punctuated with sudden loud releases of talent and excitement.
In what they consider, “a labor of love,” Arthhur built the new ten track album from the ground up and have come out with a masterpiece that is bound to get some traction throughout the music community. Songs like “Sheffield & Armitage” and “Katalog” are comforting in their existence, while tracks like “Character Death” and “Oral Anxiety Exam” are intriguing simply because of their titles, and continue to captivate the listener throughout. Each track is beautifully written, with lyricism tactics to combat the rest. In the future, fans can expect more art from this group that is equally as powerful and meaningful as Come Meet the Opposite Committee.
Come Meet the Opposite Committee is available now.
Discovering that he has a unique way of allowing his audience to escape through his music, up and coming musician Pale Green Things – the moniker for Jack Traynor – has released a new single entitled, “The islands” that was crafted to do just that. As fans and spectators around the globe have commented, Pale Green Things allows them to leave behind the stress and anxiety of this world and experience the dreamy lushness of beautiful sound. “The Islands” was inspired by São Miguel Island in the Azores region of Portugal. The soothing melody is layered with gorgeous soundscapes that speak of both relief and safety. However, like all inspired pieces, this track is full of movement and, as the song continues, fans can feel the reality creeping in on the corners of their existence as they are pulled back into their true circumstance through skilled, flickering guitar acoustics.
As this indie-folk artist tours around his home in the United Kingdom, he has his eyes set on the future and what he can accomplish with his unique skills and abilities. With more experience and stage time over the past year, he has gained an international fan base that is continuing to grow, as he progresses and brings his music to a more advanced level. Without a doubt, as more time passes, Pale Green Things will continue to surprise and impress–effectively etching his name in the music community.
Seeking to bring their magical soundscapes to a new level, First Ghosts have released their newest single, “Burt Out,” which they believe can raise them into the spotlight that they so desperately desire. Not only do these artist have talent and bouncing, thriving beats running through their veins, but they also have a talented crew that have assisted them in creating killer visuals to accompany their perfected and refined sound. With the help of many and with their talent in tow, First Ghosts are surely going to make their way to the top of their fan’s playlists. Their latest single is proof that they have the skills that every fan is looking for, but they also have a unique way of bringing new material to the table that both shocks and surprises all those who decide to tune into their world of killer jams.
Along with their skills that allow them to create new, innovative music, lyrically they are able to create movements within their singles that create a nostalgic atmosphere that welcomes people into the world First Ghosts have created with their words. In reference to this skill, Andrew Harris, their co-director has said,”The first time I heard First Ghost’s “BurntOut,” I remember visualizing the lyrics as a story. I saw a kind, old man, reliving nostalgic memories in his senior years while considering what is worth letting go of, and what is worth holding on to.” With all of their skill and unique talent, there is no doubt that this group has succeeded in advancing their sound to a new, more professional level.
Having brought her a-game on some of the grandest stages all over the country, R&B artist Jada has officially won over the hearts of fans all over the world. Recently, this young artists has been awarded likes from Complex, Highsnobiety, BEAT and more on the back of “Keep Cool” earlier in the year. However, Jada is proving to the music community that she is not a one hit wonder, but has much to offer. With the release of her new catchy single, “Sure.” Like most of her other music, “Sure” is full of lush vocals and dreamy synth beats that addict the listener instantaneously. Not only does Jada have the vocal skills of an artist far beyond her experience, the production of her tracks are of the highest quality. Already, her new single has gathered the attention of fans around the globe and has racked up a whopping 50 thousand streams since the release.
When speaking of her new track Jada says, “’Sure‘ is about love between two human beings, where one do not dare to initiate the relation, but the other part is totally convinced that the relationship is the completely right thing”. Packed with so much emotional power and skill, Jada’s new hit is sure to quickly rise to the top of fan’s playlists, not only in her home country of Denmark, but throughout the world.
Breaking out of the mold and into the limelight that is so highly sought after is fresh new band The Hails. Over the past few months, Robbie Kingsley (lead vocals), Dylan McCue (guitar), Franco Colari (vocals and guitar), Andre Escobar (base) and Zach Levy (drums) have taken their raw talent and turned it into a new single that has now reached over 150 thousand fans in less than one month. Their latest single, “Younger,” alone has created a name for this young group in the music industry that is not soon to be forgotten.
Since the release, streaming stats have flown through the roof which landed them the #1 spot on Hype Machine over the past few days. This hot new single has won over the hearts of fans and critics alike with its alternative rock rhythms and 70’s groove throwback vibes. Not only do they put a fresh twist on a classic sound that has been loved for decades, but they are also able to add their own unique flare that has set them apart from the rest of the alt rock community. Another stunning aspect of The Hails is their high levels of confidence in their live performances that blows fans away and far surpasses their competitors. No doubt this is a group to keep an eye on as they continually grow and fill the expectations that they have set for themselves.
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Brooklyn based artist Andy Cook is bringing the chill vibes of the weekend to the work week for all of his fans to enjoy. Most recently, this artist has released a new single from his forthcoming EP, Modern Man entitled, “Run.” With undertones that resemble that of Jack Johnson and John Meyer, Andy Cook has the unique ability to produce music that allows listeners to escape to the world that he paints with his creative lyricism and dreamy soundscapes. Repetitious rhythms and drum patters lull listeners into a trance that becomes a safe place away from a world of high level stress and fast pace requirements. This is a feat that was highly intentional and considered during the production of this new single. In his own words Cook says, “These songs might mean something totally different to listeners than they do to me – but they mean something, and that’s what matters most.”
As an exciting new teaser that is essentially a precursor for his long awaited release of Modern Man, “Run” is a fantastic new addition to this artist’s repertoire. The full EP is scheduled to be released on April 13 and those who are following him on his social media outlets as well as fans all over the world could not be more thrilled.
After traveling from Mallorca to Morocco and then back to the United Kingdom and several placed in between as a child, Julia Sykes, voice of up-and-coming band PLYA, has put together a team that has been pitted for success since the beginning. With all of her foreign and international influences, PLYA (pronounced “Ply-ah” Spanish for “beach”) has a unique sound that not only strengthens their ability to relate to people and cultures from all over the globe, but it also gives them a unique edge unlike anything we have ever experienced up to this point.
Since their start, they have been fine tuning their dream electric pop sound by bringing on highly talented artists such as Kris Taylor (guitar) and William Brown (drums). This trio has the skill and talent to write and produce music that is relateable, infectious and darkly gorgeous. Layered with deep emotion, lush soundscapes and poised perfection this budding band has released, “Feast My Eyes,” a wonderfully enriching and addictive track that is rapidly gaining popularity not only in her home country, but on an international scale. This track embodies everything that PLYA has been working towards and is an exciting new addition to their developing repertoire. Without any doubt, this is a group worth keeping an eye on as they continually work to climb up the ladder and move towards releasing more music for the enjoyment of their fans.
