Ever wanted to relive the corniness of 2000s MTV and Nickelodeon? Well thank to Maddie Ross’s “Liv Tyler,” you can- and this time it’s queer! Taken from Maddie Ross’s latest album release, “Liv Tyler” is a bubblegum pop-rock anthem that tells the tale of a young girl fantasizing […]
Ah, the struggles of growing up. Swedish pop-rockers Calm Rites certainly know all about them, as evidenced by “Heartbreaks”- a melancholic dose of nostalgic yearning that carries a certain danceability to it. Blending metallic and glistening guitar tones with a simple yet lively drums and bass, Calm Rites […]
This song starts with a simple beat, which slowly starts to build in sound and energy. The vocals come in soothingly, sung with a calming tone that carries the song as it continues building. As we get to the middle point of the song, the sound starts to […]
Starting off with a calming melody, the song starts to pick up as the vocals come in. This is a tune that tugs at the heart strings, painting a scene of meeting that special someone. The beat begins to pick up mid way through, with the energy swelling […]
A non-profit CEO by day, Oakland’s Tess Posner trades the office for a microphone off the clock to further deliver her messages of inspiration and inclusivity. Produced by Sal Oliveri (P!nk, Carrie Underwood, Ryan Tedder), “The Mask” is a dark, determined, and catchy piece of synth-pop that implores […]
Reminiscent of the early contemporary country-rock days of Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors, Bennett Hughe’s “Home” is an aptly-named and irresistibly homey slice of organic contemporary music. Hughes’ lyrics are ripe with themes of family and familial community, making this a surprisingly great fit for Mother’s Day. The […]
Starting with a heavy, yet simple melody, this song immediately pulls listeners in. The female singing is passionate, yet calming. The chorus brings on another vocalist and harmonies that play beautifully with the dynamic of the song. Mid way through, the bridge comes alive with more intense guitar […]
