by Meredith Schneider | Feb 26, 2018 | 5 to 7, videos
Toronto-bred pop/rock duo Darcys – comprised of Jason Couse & Wes Marskell – has certainly been making its mark on the world with its own unique style of energetic tracks. While the guys were busy prepping to release the new music video for their track “Virtual Reality” – which will take you back in time with fun effects that trigger your nostalgic heartstrings – we got a few minutes to chat with them about their process. (Hint: Coffee is key, but you’ll be witness to their infectious energy that may or may not actually require a shot of caffeine.)
What is the first song you remember hearing? What song prompted your love for music?
Steely Dan’s “Aja“, Prince’s “1999“, Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous“, there’s just so many. Music feels good to listen to and even better to play. That kinda love doesn’t need much prompting.
You’ve created a variety of music from road trip anthems to happy holiday tunes. What is your favorite song that you’ve recorded so far? Why?
Black Diamonds. Every time I hear that song I congratulate myself for bringing it into this world. I don’t know what it is, but I really really love it.
What does a typical day look like for The Darcys?
Smoothie, coffee, Abelton, sandwich, coffee, Abelton. It’s pretty simple. Every day we’re in the studio trying to get inspired and create something that’s going to last. Something better the the record before, something we think will challenge our audience and something that will bring our band to a new place.
What is the creative process like for you when creating a new song/album?
It’s different every time. It’s about getting inspired and wanting to do something you love and care about. Our current workflow is much quicker than it’s been in the past and the new sounds reflects that. Still not sure where it’s going, but I’m digging it so far.
Do you have any pre-show rituals?
I do 40 push-ups, drink a double vodka soda and kiss Jason on the mouth.
What do you hope listeners take away from your music? Any certain feeling?
I try not to think too much about how the listener is going to interpret what we do because that makes creating more difficult. Centerfold, to me, was the ultimate escapism record. If you can listen to some of the songs and forget about some your bad for just a few minutes, I’m happy.
How would you describe your music using a GIF or video?
What are you currently working on? What do you think fans will be excited about in the future?
We’ve been deep in production and song-writing for a number of different artists. Lots of cuts are coming out this year and I think our core fans will be able to hear a few Darcys easter eggs.
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by Veronica DeFeo | Feb 23, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Canadian artist Aphrose has just released a music video for “Move On”, which follows her debut single, “The Middle”. Known irl as Joanna Mohammed, Aphrose is based in Toronto. Influenced by a variety of genres and traditional music while growing up, she created her very own indie-soul sound. While she released her first EP in 2009, she rebranded herself as Aphrose (after her mother), dropped her first single under that name in June 2017 and has continued to the present.
Her new single, “Move On” is accompanied by a black-and-white music video that perfectly suits the track. It displays a group of women (including Aphrose)strutting their stuff to the beat of the song. The highlight of the video is, naturally, Aphrose’s vocals. Not only does the song have quality lyrical content, but Aphrose’s talent is outstanding. At first, it sounds like somewhat like Adele, but then the listener realizes there’s a whole other layer of individuality within the vocals. Aphrose’s crisp, bold, and unapologetic pipes are obviously well-honed and the video only serves to further embellish an already great song. You’ll want to check it out yourself!
Listen/stream/purchase “Move On”:
Spotify – Soundcloud – iTunes
Stay connected with APHROSE
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by Veronica DeFeo | Feb 23, 2018 | premieres, videos, wolf tracks
Hailing from Sicily, Carlo Barbagallo has released a bonus single, “This Queen” which appears as a ghost track on his latest 2017 album, 9, out via Stereodischi, Noja Records, and Wild Love Records. Barbagallo says of the album: “The meaning of the title 9 could be considered as a measure of time passing, but you could find many other meanings and associations; its shape is a strange loop, not a loop like a 0, not as unlimited as [infinity], yet presents an escape and therefore does not remain within its cycle.” The album was created through Barbagallo’s production accompanied by twenty musicians from around the world.
Along with the release of this track is an accompanying music video directed by Elaine Carmen Bonsangue. “My Queen” is the perfect example of Barbagallo’s inter-genre style. It masterfully combines psychedelic sounds with strings and vocals to create an ethereal listening experience. The music video only serves to further complement the song, full of visual overlays and mystery. Check out “My Queen” by Carlo Barbagallo on Spotify.
Stay connected with Carlo Barbagallo:
Facebook – Bandcamp – SoundCloud – open.spotify.com – Tumblr
by Meredith Schneider | Feb 22, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Texas’ own PR Newman has a new gem to share with us, the official music video for the frantic, dance-inducing track “But No”. Created to look like a ransom note – and by that, we simply mean word art and clips of photos have been compiled -, the video supplies us with a vivid, mind-bending visual to enjoy. Absurd at times – Why is there music coming out of a sumo wrestler’s butt? – we’re thoroughly entertained, and intensely curious about what’s to come.
Keep up with PR Newman here.
by Meredith Schneider | Feb 21, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Today, the internet gains a treasure trove with Ascot-based indie duo Febueder‘s new music video release. Mixed by Marta Salogni (Björk, Frank Ocean, The xx), “Hans” exists in a rich, expansive soundscape enhanced by the lush, brooding vibes of the video directed by Lexi Kiddo. The video itself is a work of art, clean lines and solid blocks of color somehow adding layers to the painful reality you see unfolding, as our protagonist climbs and climbs to what feels like no avail, carrying a boulder along with him. It’s emotional and raw, and induces a range of emotions over its quick 3:13 timeframe.
Keep up with Febueder here.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Feb 20, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Los Angeles based duo Swimsuit Issue has released the video for their first single “Look Now”. Swimsuit Issue consists of Miles Garber and Dave Gagliardi. Garber started off as a model in mens fashion while Gagliardi is in a band called Trash Talk.
“Look Now” is about addiction. The video starts off with a news case. In the video, you see Miles Garber as an FBI agent and Dave Gagliardi as a stock market conman. “Look Now” music video looks like it is from a FBI show based out of the 80s. The video displays creative clips and shows what it would be like as an actual FBI agent. The song for the video is really good, but the video for the track is even better.
Keep up with Swimsuit Issue here.
