by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Jan 23, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Hailing from the United Kingdom, upcoming singer-songwriter FØNX tugs at your heartstrings with his new single, “Don’t Feel Like Lovin”, which he produced alongside Grammy award winner Tommaso Coliva (Muse). “Don’t Feel Like Lovin” is a follow up to FØNX’s well-received last single “Can’t Get Enough”.
FØNX first learned how to play the guitar at the ripe age of seven. As he got older, he learned how to write lyrics and produce music. FØNX continued to sharpen his writing and production skills by performing at festivals around London. Citing some of his influences as Pharrell Williams, John Mayer, Frank Ocean and many more, FØNX brings an R&B vibe with a little flare of pop to his latest single “Don’t Feel Like Lovin”. He uses the sounds of his influencers to bring soul to his music.
The song starts off with a nice drum set and an upbeat guitar tempo that joins forces with an electronic beat giving the listener something that he or she can dance to. From the moment the song plays, it begins to capture the listener in its grasp. And the listener is completely on board.
“Don’t Feel Like Lovin’” is just the beginning of music from FØNX. This year expect to hear a lot more music from this independent artist. Keep up with him here.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Jan 23, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
From Austin, Texas four man band Dryspell brings a new approach to the term ‘pop rock’ with their latest. “You Without Me” is the first single from the band’s new EP entitled More, which will debut on March 1st. Dryspell consists of band members Chad Doriocourt on guitar, Hunter Thompson on vocals and guitar, Samuel Jacobson on bass, and Hugh Vu on drums. The foursome formed and got the idea of their name after experiencing heartbreak.
From the moment “You Without Me” starts, the song will immediately grab the attention of the listener with the beginning guitar intro. The single sounds like true rock as the band pulls from the roots of garage rock.
“You Without Me” has a hint of pop underneath all of its rock sound. The song is about a relationship that is slowly disintegrating with the lead singer Thompson, hoping that it will overcome any differences that they may have. The song is very catchy. Not only is the beat memorable, but the lyrics are exceptionally well written. “You Without Me” is an exceptional starting single to the bands EP.
Dryspell’s new EP More will debut March 1st. Keep up with the band here.
by Katie Pugh | Jan 23, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
“Torn Up” by Denny White effortlessly marries R&B vibes with futuristic synthesized beats. The layered textures of “Torn Up” instantly created an urge within me to move; without question I began nodding my head and swaying along to the uplifting sound.
White has worked with a plethora of notable artists including touring with Young The Giant, collaborating with OneRepublic’s Brent Kutzle, and penning songs for The Fray with Julia Michaels, Lukas Graham and Tiesto.
White’s warm, soulful, pop vocals coated over a smooth synth and drum mix draw listeners into the lyrics of the song which almost contradict the upbeat melody, adding an extra layer of complexity. This song flawlessly creates a bridge between yearning, anticipation, and hope.
“Torn Up” embodies a sense of vulnerability while effortlessly generating an infectiously catchy tune that grooves hard and gives any listener facing uncertainty feelings of promise and assurance.
Keep up with Denny White here.
by Kayla Hutton | Jan 23, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
…..”Laugh in the Face of Darkness.”
This track is a moody, sexy, seductive almost darkly romantic song that belongs on The Lost Boys soundtrack, but in today’s day and age, I’d say the goth kids from South Park would do there face left, face right, hair flop dance to this. DATAROCK has taken those old 80’s synth sounds and brought them back. The lyrics have a Jim Morrison style in the way that it is written like a poem by some kind of a beautiful madman. This late-night candlelit anthem may even prove successful in a club with slow dancers silhouettes bleeding slowly through the sheets as the white light grows more intense then fades away.
However, if you were a little too intoxicated, you may get creeped out by the haunting perfectly panned sounds that are placed softly in the background on the remix version. Enough so that you may end up asking your friend “Did you hear that?” in a paranoid looking over your shoulder kind of way.
While “Laugh in the face of Darkness” goes down as smooth as that perfectly blended latte, don’t mistake the synth POP labeled genre for another bubble gum radio tune about a nasty break up. This is for all of you old school 80’s goths that know there is more to the genre than Soft Cell’s “Tainted Love.” DATAROCK isn’t just another one hit wonder label produced poser group. These guys have recreated and mastered the sounds of your glory days and did it justice.
Keep up with DATAROCK here.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Jan 22, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
It is insane to think that 2007 was literally just eleven years ago! 2007 may now be a thing of the past, however the music that came from that year lives on forever. Get ready for a little nostalgia because one particular song that debuted in 2007 is being re-released to the public. Le Rug’s “Gloss” is from their album Bleenex which was released in 2007.
“Gloss” is a fast-paced rock song that will catch your attention from its beginning tune. The song is catchy down from the vocals laid on the track to the beat that goes along with the song. The song sounds amazing on track so one can only imagine how great it would sound live.
The band is performing Friday, January 26th at 7:30pm in Brooklyn, New York. More details, information about this event and how to purchase tickets is available here.
by Katie Pugh | Jan 22, 2018 | singles, videos, wolf tracks
Cue raw, psychedelic vibes and soothing vocals with Former Faces’ latest single “Forc# Fi#lds” from their debut full-length album Foreign Nature. Vocalist and founder Ryan Parmenter explains the meaning behind the song stating, “it’s about letting your guard down and being wide awake to new relationships, ideas, and endeavors.” This description seems fitting as the groove-indie rock quartet was rejuvenated just last year when Parmenter added three new musicians to the band.
“Forc# Fi#lds” creates a groovy vibe within seconds of the music beginning; the first strums of the guitar are reminiscent of a classic 1960s indie anthem. Rock meets ethereality creating the quintessential tune for an epic adventure.
Parmenter also describes the song as “steeped in sentimentality,” which flawlessly depicts the energy emitted from a song that I feel is dripping in nostalgia yet somehow generates feelings of majestic escapades and explorations.
Former Faces’ first full-length album Foreign Nature is set to release in Spring 2018. Keep up with the band here.
by Kayla Hutton | Jan 19, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
I kicked back and plugged the phones into my ears and suddenly felt the urge to go to roller skating at Skateland. Welcome to WASI‘s “Stranger California.” This self-proclaimed “riot pop” duo from California offers what I would classify as synth pop with ska guitar riffs and a solid beat. The lyric writing is well thought out and can seem like the perspective of an unseen observer on the outside looking in. With descriptors capturing the stereotype, “dirty beaches and hair that’s bleached out,” there is still a humble sense of being a part of the community in the line, “I can still appreciate the neighborhood thrift store.” You don’t have to live in California to rock this song. Just close your eyes and next thing you know imagination will take control allowing you to cruise the shoreline with the convertible top down as WASI provides the soundtrack.
Don’t let the title fool you “Stranger California” is a very fun, uplifting and carefree song. It would fit in well with a game of beer pong just the same as it would playing in the background with a group full of friends laughing as they cram themselves elbow to elbow on an old ratty couch.
This is the kind of originality that should be dominating the radio. While yes, “Stranger California” does remind me of MIA’s “Paper planes” there is a reason that song took off. And given the right audience, WASI could too. Be sure to keep an eye out as they will be on the SXSW bill and touring this spring as a supporting act to Caroline Rose.
Keep up with WASI here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jan 19, 2018 | singles, videos, wolf tracks
While Connecticut-based 20-year-old artist and producer Kevin George prepares to drop his debut release LOVELAND on the world, he’s got some tricks up his sleeve leading up to it. Namely, the release of his new single “High Like This” and its accompanying video. Full of insanely trippy visuals – Seriously, how amazing is the movement in this video?! – the video takes you on a journey with George himself, while he croons some seductive and fun lyrics in different settings, the colors play well to captivate your attention. It’s really a remarkable work of art, an experience of sorts.
WARNING: It will be difficult to accept the fact that Kevin George is this talented out the gate. But he is, and we can’t wait for more.
Keep up with Kevin George here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jan 18, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
UK-based rock outfit Bridges – expertly comprised of Ethan, Josh, Henry, and Farkas – is revving up for some amazing things to happen in 2018. As it stands, they took some time to release a particularly amazing single at the end of 2017, an energetic – almost primal feeling – track titled “BFF”. Hand with your friends and play this loudly, jumping around and acknowledging the good you can find in the most simple of relationships.
You can find the single below, but there is also a bonus live video of Ethan and Joe beautifully performing a toned down version of “BFF” in a local church. There is a wholesomeness found in this version, a feeling of warmth that isn’t otherwise noticed. You may or may not have the video on repeat today, if we’re being honest.
Catch Bridges on one of their February stops in England below!
10 The Eagle Inn, Manchester
11 Parish, Huddersfield
12 Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham
13 Old Blue Last, London
15 Gwdihw Cafe Bar, Cardiff
17 Crofters Rights, Bristol
Tickets are available here. Keep up with Bridges here.
