by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Mar 2, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Middle Eastern born singer Ruchir takes the R&B route with his new track “Heartbreaker”, a song that you can dance to and enjoy the lyrical content at the same time. A song about a heartbreaker, Ruchir sings about someone leaving him high and dry. “Heartbreaker” has some Blackbear vibes to it with Ruchir’s twist. The alleged villain breaks the singer’s heart on the dance floor and leaves him in pieces. A little bit of Spanish towards the end of the song adds some fun flavor to the mix.
The song is not only great, but it is a piece that really shows what Ruchir is about as an artist.
Keep up with Ruchir here.
by Madison Blom | Mar 2, 2018 | albums, wolf tracks
Since their debut as a group in 2009, Candace (formerly known as Is/Is) has created a name for their group in the music industry. Together, Sarah Rose (guitar/bass/vocals), Sarah Nienaber (guitar/bass/vocals), and Mara Appel DesLauriers (drums/vocals) have worked long hours and are happy to announce that they are releasing their next full length album March 2, 2018. Just days after President Trump was elected, the girls decided to take their talent to Iowa to work on new material and continue the momentum that they have been gathering for years now. Not only is Candace releasing this new album, but in order to share their music with fans and music lovers alike they will also be going on tour around the country in the coming months.
Not only have they been gathering fans and followers since the formation of their band, but they have also been working on solidifying a sound that would be uniquely theirs on and off the stage. Their newest album, New Ruins, is proof of their success and work in trying to hold their own in the music world. All of the tracks featured on the album capitalize on their ability to bring out delicious melodies and dreamy rhythms. With so many records and tracks out for their fans to enjoy, it is hard to deny that Candace is a band to keep an eye on!
Keep up with Candace here.
by Madison Blom | Mar 2, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Despite the fact that Mia LJ is only 19 years old, her future in the music world is becoming more and more secure. With the release of not only her first collaborated track, but she has released several new singles and has announce that this summer she is planning to drop her very first full length album. “Human x Lovebomb” was a combined effort between Mia LJ and Archrfox and has really helped her rise to a new level in her music career. Even more impressive is the video that was created accompany this new release. No doubt Mia LJ has been hard at work in order to gain the experience that she so desperately desires.
Ever since her childhood, Mia LJ has been obsessed with music, and was inspired by music legends Jimi Hendricks and Lenny Kravitz. She also found solace in plucking the six strings on her guitar as she grew up surrounded by a rich supply of soul. When asked in an interview where she finds inspiration for her music she responded, “When it comes to writing music, I am not as inspired by my past as I am by now or the future. Lyrically, words just spill out of me. Occasionally, I use memories of frustration and lust as inspiration when writing about my past experiences. From a more subconscious perspective, self-prophesying lyrics are my favorite. They come with much ease as watching dreams go from my head to reality is incredibly invigorating.” Now that she has built this solid foundation of talent and inspired works, surly there is nowhere to go but up.
Keep up with Mia LJ here.
by Veronica DeFeo | Mar 2, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Emerging from London, 21 year old R&B singer-songwriter Olivia Nelson is here to drop a brand new single, “Smother Me”. Her vocal talent is remarkable, and “Smother Me” pays tribute to that in the best ways. Filled with soulful lyrics and vocals, “Smother Me” showcasing love in the way only Nelson could. Honest and unrestrained, “Smother Me” is not only a treat lyrically, but will make you fall in love with Nelson’s passionate vocals.
Says Nelson of the track: “[It’s about] experiencing infatuation and falling in love for the first time. Feeling like the wind could carry you away with one sweep, like nothing else matters. Like you’re weightless and everything in the world is suddenly brighter. I wrote this from an honest place and I wanted the music to reflect the powerfulness of that feeling. Even though the feeling of love is light, it is also heavy at the same time because your words and actions carry so much weight.”
So what are you waiting for? Go turn on “Smother Me”; you’re gonna want this one on repeat.
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by Madison Blom | Mar 2, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Santa-Barbara based power rock group The DTease has what it takes to make their way up the carts alongside with some of the greatest names in the industry. Their newest release in preparation to their album release April 20, is proof that their future is bright. “Slapshot” is as engaging as it is entertaining which is exactly the effect that this group was going for while they were creating it. In the very foundations of the production of this track The DTease wanted to deliver what they call, “much needed CPR,” into today’s music scene. No doubt, they have struck gold. This new release is unlike most of the music that has been released in the past ten years let alone since the turn of the century. There is so much energy in the recording of “Slapshot,” that it is sure to have the fans begging for an on-stage performance that is sure to bring the house down.
Notably, this band has the unique ability to remain solidly embedded in the rock genre without the heavy darkness that occasionally seems to creep into the tracks of other artists. Overall, there is a clean, well written vibe to this group that will bring them to where they want to be in the music world as well as in their careers as performers.
Keep up with The DTease here.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Mar 2, 2018 | albums, wolf tracks
American rock band from New York, Sunflower Bean – consisting ofJacob Faber on drums, Julia Cumming on bass and lead vocals, and Nick Kivlen on lead guitar and vocals – is back with the follow up from their last album Human Ceremony titled TwentyTwo in Blue. The new album has eleven songs in total and is arriving March 23rd. The sound has a softer, sweeter, and more rich tone to it, honing in on topics people can relate to.
Singer Julia Cumming lends her vocals to the track “TwentyTwo”, which addresses about society’s expectation of women and what they are supposed to be in the world. Another single from the album is titled “I Was a Fool”. The song is about love that will make you happy, yet sad at the same time. The song is about the dizziness of love and how confused it makes you feel. “I Was a Fool” makes you feel all the emotions of love at once.
“Crisis Fest” humbles us, discussing men in uniform and a feeling of utter hopelessness in tense and uncertain times. Lines about storming the kingdom are highly relatable to modern militant rules, though might be super relatable in the every day, a sad but lesson-inspiring truth.
It is clear that Sunflower Bean has found their voice with their new album. TwentyTwo in Blue will be available March 23rd. Keep up with Sunflower Bean here.
by Veronica DeFeo | Mar 2, 2018 | videos, wolf tracks
Canadian folk/rock band Reuben and the Dark has released their brand new music video for their single, “Hurricane”. Reuben and the Dark is composed of Reuben Bullock , Shea Alain, Brock Geiger, Ian Jarvis, and Dino Soares. The video for Hurricane is a treat for the eyes, full of interpretive dancing, ethereal costumes, and creative camera angles with a barren landscape background (the video was taken close to Joshua Tree National Park). The choreography for the video was done by Megan Lawson, who has worked with Madonna and Katy Perry, among others.
Aside from the beautiful visuals, the vocals and performance of frontman and songwriter Reuben Bullock is fantastic. Not only does his music create a stunning aural experience, but the concept behind the video is also amazing. The overall experience is an overwhelmingly creative and well-developed endeavor. Check out “Hurricane” and more by Reuben and the Dark.
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by Madison Blom | Mar 2, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
NY-based alternative rock project Snow Villain has just released the new single ”Torches”, ahead of the upcoming EP 1 which is scheduled to be released April 27, 2018. All of the music that has been released by this group has featured raw, real sounds that highlights an honest view of central figure Grant Goldsworthy’s life while writing all of the music. Not only are the vocals perfectly adapted to match the rawness of the instrumental artistry, but the guitar riffs radically enhance the listening experience and bring exhilarating energy into the room. Unlike their other releases in the past, “Torches” has made the group dig deep inside themselves in order to portray the emotion behind the lyrics of this track.
Not only is their music lyrical genius, but is also highlights personal struggles that are faced by the general -public. Namely, self discovery and redefinition of the self. Although this band prides themselves on being, “often misunderstood, but appreciated,” there is something is this song for everyone and has the potential to reach a very general and wide audience. Currently, the band is looking forward to the EP release in April, but fans are hoping to hear more from them as soon as possible.
Keep up with Snow Villain here.
by Veronica DeFeo | Mar 1, 2018 | albums, premieres, videos, wolf tracks
Folk-rock artist Greg Connors is about to drop his brand new record, Home Made Compass, on March 3rd. Today, we’ve got your first listen with a streaming premiere of it in its entirety, as well as the premiere of the picturesque music video for his single “Armadillo”.
Starting off with “BEGIN ANYWHERE”, Connors brings his own take on folk music with this raw track. Next up is ARMADILLO, a deeper track that focuses the listener into the multidimensional layers of his music. “ARMADILLO” is followed by “JUST TO BE”, which features some killer guitar moments; a truly laid back and smooth rock track that balances folk aspects as well. Taking a completely different angle with “BUTTERSCOTCH”, a spoken-word interlude, Connors moves the listener into “INVISIBLE AUDIENCE”, a gutsy song that takes the listener for a trip.
A groovy, almost psychedelic track, “ONGOING END”, follows up next. With emotion packed lyrics and some “radio” parts, it’s a unique song on Home Made Compass. “RAPTORS” takes the reins next, definitely leaning towards the rock side of the LP. The first few notes are almost Bowie-esque. “CALICO”, another spoken interlude, carries listeners into the final two tracks on Home Made Compass. “TENNESSEE’, the denouement of the album, is a lovely song filled with a love for home, even if it’s not where you come from. Closing out Home Made Compass is BOATYARD”, the last song on the album. With masterfully poised instrumentals, Connors ends his album on a nostalgic, yet hopeful note.
Overall, the album does an excellent job of marrying folk with rock, and balancing the strengths of the two throughout the record. Whether you prefer rock or folk, Connors has got you covered.
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