by Meredith Schneider | Dec 21, 2018 | soundtrack
Not everyone loves our monthly soundtrack, because they don’t always flow the way a collection of songs often does. But that’s because we choose the month’s best additions to music, regardless of genre or topic. This collection of tracks is pretty impressive. Normally we experience an industry slow down in December, yielding less releases and more downtime. This year, everything was different. You can witness it in the December 2018 playlist below!
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 21, 2018 | albums, premieres
Even though that one unavoidable holiday is right around the corner, you may have to wait until December 28th to feel like it’s Christmas. That day will yield the official release of Last Crush‘s EP SUPPORT C.E.N.T.E.R. The project – which is the brainchild of Mitchell Todorov (KLOZAPIN) – is synth-led, bursting into glittering cacophonies of sound in many of the tracks, as the vocals fluctuate from 80’s-inspired, to a yelling volume, to absolute scream-o. Displayed vocal range is impressive, each of the six tracks leaving a true impression.
Well, it looks like Christmas came early. You have to wait to add the collection to your music log for a few more days, but we’ve got your first listen in its entirety to celebrate all weekend long.
by emily burke
Keep up with Last Crush here.
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 20, 2018 | snapshot, visual
On Friday, December 14th, Rachel Mallin & The Wild Type opened for the incredible Bad Bad Hats are recordBar in Kansas City, MO. We were on the ground to get some photos, and here are some highlights from their particularly groovy set.
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 19, 2018 | snapshot, visual
On December 10th, talented sister duo Larkin Poe took the stage (by quite some force) at The Garage at Knuckleheads Saloon. We got there early, and were still hard-pressed to find a seat anywhere but along the back wall. Serves us right, for thinking a band so in-demand wouldn’t have an early arriving crowd! Photos below.
by ImperfectFifth | Dec 18, 2018 | soundtrack
It’s nice when you listen to a song it takes you back to a certain place and time. When I hear these songs I think I’ll always remember late nights when I would take time out to myself and try to clear my head. These songs always put my mind at ease because life can get kind of crazy, especially as an artist. Having those moments to just take a breathier brings me to a good space to where I can start writing music again.
Songs:
Janine- Hold Me
Jhene Aiko- Spotless Mind
Ella Mai- Don’t Want You
H.E.R.- Losing
Dvsn- Hallucinations
Sonder – Too Fast
Drake- Redemption
Jhene Aiko- Remember
Sabrina Claudio- Stand Still
H.E.R.- Focus
Sinead Harnett- If You Let Me
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 18, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Long Island-bred singer/songwriter Evan Petruzzi has a new track out called “Sideshow”, a twang-infused pop song with a pace that will make even the most cynical of humans – especially at the holidays – tap their toes. As we listen to the building instrumentals and Petruzzi’s powerful vocals, we are carried to a place that is forever summer, a sun kissed glow dancing on our cheeks. Get into our headspace – and feel that glorious sunshine – below!
Keep up with Evan Petruzzi here.
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 18, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
If you’re looking for a cinematic chord progression, bedazzled with ethereal vocals reminiscent of Imogen Heap, then Fleurie‘s new track “Love Has No Limits” is the way to go. Anthemic from just the title of the track, this new single takes its time reaching its angelic crescendo. We’re big, big fans and ready to share this one with the crowd at some upcoming holiday festivities! What about you?
Keep up with Fleurie here.
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 18, 2018 | albums, review
Chicago-based art rock trio Arthhur – comprised of Mike Fox, Matt Cian, and Luke Dahlgren – released their fourth record on December 14th, and we’re really digging it. The 6 track tape is titled Lost In The Walled City, and is packed to the brim with attitude and a certain, unexplainable je ne sais quoi, if you will.
The title track hits hard, revving us up for the disco-laden rhythm of “Kinky Post-It”. (Yes, that’s the name of a song.) “Astral Fortnight” speaks to our higher beings, upbeat and ready to party, while “Choc Electronique” is something we would totally enter a dance contest with, as it would seem a little out of left field though the instrumentals are insanely catchy and could inspire a new line dance, if we’re being honest.
“Large Party” kicks it off with a series of sound effects and continues in the same artsy, experimental way, something we would definitely mosh to at a live show. Arthhur rounds it all out with “Get Fermented!” which is a track we’re into just from the mention of the title. Its smooth, enticing soundscape lures you in to a night of – if you’re lucky – consequence-free bad decision-making.
Keep up with Arthhur here.
by Meredith Schneider | Dec 17, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Future Swedish pop icon Bellhouse creates an ethereal, lighthearted soundscape with “Coping”, a track that, honestly, isn’t as lighthearted as it comes across as at first listen. Packing in meaningful lyrics aided by the fluidity of her airy vocals, there is unexpected force in some of the lines that hits you right where it needs to. This song absolutely packs a punch, and has us looking to 2019 for more from this spectacular songstress.
Keep up with Bellhouse here.
