Layer Cake – “Numb”-If you’re looking for up tempo rock music, definitely check out this new track from Layer Cake. The energy is palpable right from the start. The vocal is clear and easy to follow, which bounces nicely along the spirited electric …
Category: Soul
Three genre-bending new tracks that command your attention with excellent production and performance
Iona Luke – “Existential”-The lyrical core of this song is about only ever getting to be one person. What a thought!? In a world with so many being self obsessed, this track laments the reality of not getting to be someone else. The …
Introducing a pair of genre-bending absolute BANGERS that you have to spin this weekend
SAMAH – “You Will Find”-One of my proudest moments as a music blogger was writing about Mac Ayres right before his breakout. I feel similarly about the smooth soul vibes of SAMAH here. This track is incredibly clean in the groove, the vocal, …
2025 Album of the Year List!
10) The Wildwoods – Dear Meadowlark-The first track on this album is the title track “Dear Meadowlark” and it will take you about 10 seconds to hear why I love this sound. It’s a beautiful vocal track with an intricate folk spirit to …
Featured Single: Kenny Sharp – “Amy”
Kenny Sharp – “Amy”-I waited for three weeks for a few other songs to pair this track with, but none ever arrived that fit this glorious mix of Motown, soul, and pop that feels like it’s from a different era. It’s the kind …
Three outstanding songwriters who are blending genres for exceptional results
Caldher – “Not Enough”-Caldher is one of those names that I feel like I’ve been seeing a lot lately. The sound has elements of singer songwriter, adult contemporary, and even pop folk all blending together for something that feels satisfying and familiar. The …
Three indie rock tracks that are going to make your week better (trust me)
Creature Canyon – “Gotta Let Go”-The lyrics to this song highlight what has been a bit of a theme for me in the past few weeks; we need to let go of the things we can’t control in life. To hear it so …
Featured Single: Kristopher James’s retro soul “Just Breathe”
Kristopher James – “Just Breathe”-Everything about this song pulled me in from the start. The vocal is great, the beat is engaging, and the horns set the mood for what feels like a timeless retro soul sound. I appreciate the quality from start …
Featured Neosoul Single: The Bruins – “Wait”
The Bruins – “Wait”-This track is for fans of neosoul music… and, if I’m honest, it’s got just the right amount of sass that it’s sure to appeal to a wide audience. “In the vein of getting sober, but I’m not there yet.” …
Jazzy, Funky, Beautiful: Featured Single “The Edge of Life” by Daniel Fiamengo
Daniel Fiamengo – “The Edge of Life”-This is a remarkable piece of songwriting that brings together jazz, funky, and an energy that you’ll have a hard time finding anywhere else. Fiamengo’s lyrical message encourages us to stop being afraid to live; it’s a …
