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The Refrain Interview: Cheer Up Dusty

Cheer Up Dusty is an electrifying four-piece rock ensemble established in 2019 by the talented vocalist, Justin Humenik. The band’s inception can be traced back to Justin Humenik using music as a therapeutic outlet. Early on, he collaborated with Nick Silvidio, now the band’s rhythm guitarist, to produce their debut EP. However, the pandemic temporarily halted their progress. Despite the setback, the band eventually welcomed … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Cheer Up Dusty

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Sanjay Michael is ‘Rocking into Midnight’ with infectious new single

“Rock ‘n’ roll never left the party – it was just getting a drink at the bar!”  Much like mainstay genres like metal and punk, Rock music is always alive in the hearts and minds of those who believe in its sacred lineage and power to inspire. Singapore Rock Singer Songwriter Sanjay Michael is one such artist, carrying the torch of rock n’ roll and finding new … Continue reading Sanjay Michael is ‘Rocking into Midnight’ with infectious new single

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Nicki Wells Unveils Emotionally Charged Single “Holy Smoke” as a Preview of Upcoming Album ‘Ellipsis’

UK-based singer, songwriter, and producer Nicki Wells continues to captivate audiences with her upcoming debut album, ‘Ellipsis’. Following the success of her previous singles, including ‘Carry On’, ‘You’re Alright Kid’, and ‘I Have Longed To Be Here’, Wells now presents ‘Holy Smoke’, a gorgeously sensitive and emotionally insightful track. ‘Holy Smoke’ features the tender sounds of Wells’ childhood piano, complemented by her folk-inflected vocals and … Continue reading Nicki Wells Unveils Emotionally Charged Single “Holy Smoke” as a Preview of Upcoming Album ‘Ellipsis’

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common goldfish’s “On the Sidelines” is a mesmerizing journey of psychedelic grooves

London-based artist common goldfish delivers a mesmerizing blend of psychedelic grooves in his latest single, “On The Sidelines.” Following the success of his breakout track, “Low Lights and Throwback Tunes,” common goldfish continues to captivate listeners with his unique sonic palette. The song immediately transports you to another era with its nostalgic vibes, drawing inspiration from the late Beatles and the Beach Boys. The intro … Continue reading common goldfish’s “On the Sidelines” is a mesmerizing journey of psychedelic grooves

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Volumo the new online music store championing downloads

Volumo is the new online electronic music store founded by three long-time friends from Ukraine: Oleksandr Dzyubenko, Anton Severynenko, and Denys Borysov. Before creating Volumo, Anton and Denys spent many years in the music industry, where they had time to try themselves as DJs, sound producers, and owners of the boutique techno label Outstrip Music. Oleksandr is an experienced developer who created his first successful product … Continue reading Volumo the new online music store championing downloads

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LIBRICIDE taps Director Tom Flynn (Lamb Of God, Buckcherry)for new Music Video

Hard rock band Libricide has released a new music video directed by legendy music video director Tom Flynn (Lamb of God, Buckcherry). The video is for their new track “Them Without You”. “Many takes were shot, both group and individual, in multiple locations around our HQ, including the drone shots and fire scenes toward nightfall. We learned a lot, got to work on our video … Continue reading LIBRICIDE taps Director Tom Flynn (Lamb Of God, Buckcherry)for new Music Video

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The Refrain Interview: Bogwrought

Bogwrought is a 5-piece band with their studio between the swamps and cranberry bogs of Middleborough, Massachusetts. All of the members have different musical backgrounds and influences. The band is comprised of Tim Cunningham on drums, Cyrenus Paquin on bass, Zak Welch on lead guitar, Matthew Benoit on rhythm guitar, and Carrie Brum (formerly Rocco LaVita) as the lead vocalist. Bogwrought has released their newest … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Bogwrought

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Blair West shares heavenly new single ‘Nostalgia’

Often described as a mix between Joni Mitchell, Jewel and Taylor Swift, Blair West’s sound is a glorious concoction of folk-pop with soul and indie influences threaded throughout. With her creativity coming from her tongue-in-cheek sense of humour, New Yorker grit, and Scorpio sensitivity (if you know you know!) she has been writing music since the tender age of five. With a keen knowledge and … Continue reading Blair West shares heavenly new single ‘Nostalgia’

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‘Otaku’ is the new cyber-pop single from Trust the Mask

Trust the Mask are an electro-pop duo created by musician and composer Elisa Dal Bianco and singer Vittoria Cavedon. Elisa has a background in classical studies at the Conservatory of Vicenza, before moving on to the study of electronic music at the Academy and subsequently at the CIMM College of the Venice Biennale. Vittoria approached singing as a self-taught singer, she studied privately and since … Continue reading ‘Otaku’ is the new cyber-pop single from Trust the Mask

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Kate Fenner reveals intimate new album ‘Dead Reckoning’

Canadian Singer Songwriter and lionhearted truth teller Kate Fenner’s new album “Dead Reckoning” carries the existential weight of life, death and shared trauma on it’s shoulders, and as such becomes a challenge to sum up in words. It’s the palpable and unprecedented depth of the emotion and raw energy that is Kate Fenner‘s currency here. When facing genuine hardship, wisdom may rear it’s elusive head and all else seems … Continue reading Kate Fenner reveals intimate new album ‘Dead Reckoning’

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Les Techno reveals catchy Modern Rock track ‘Make You Feel Good’

Modern Rock and Electropop Provocateur Les Techno has announced the release of his new single “Make You Feel Good”, due April 26 via Solid Bass Records. This prolific and highly versatile New York-based musician and producer is known for his sardonic lyrical wit and masterful blend of industrial-tinged post-punk, alternative, pop and electronica. His musical output always straddles the line between pointed social commentary, autobiographical admissions and expansive mystique.  … Continue reading Les Techno reveals catchy Modern Rock track ‘Make You Feel Good’

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Cosmopolis share Post-Punk Art Rock single ‘Parasite’

Forward-thinking Post-Punk Art Rock collective Cosmopolis cook a bitches brew of unfiltered, scathing lyricism, gutsy social commentary, and swaths of Gothic Rock, Post-Rock, Prog, Electronica and Lofi sounds on new single “Parasite”. Cosmopolis don’t just inhabit a uniquely dark and enigmatic space along the musical spectrum; the revel in it. With influences ranging from Swans, Nick Cave, Joy Division and Massive Attack to the ever-influential Pink Floyd, this is music geared towards a visceral experience for the … Continue reading Cosmopolis share Post-Punk Art Rock single ‘Parasite’

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