It isn’t unusual for singer-songwriter Ian Janco to produce emotionally intricate and riveting music. His newest EP, Rapture, is no exception. Continue reading Rapture EP is another example of Ian Janco’s high-level songwriting
Trying to cement yourself within a genre is hard enough as it is, but the task is doubly hard when it’s a sound and style that’s been around for decades and just about every iteration of it already exists. However, that shouldn’t put anyone off. The enduring success of acoustic singer-songwriters or sugar coated pop artists should be enough to convince you of that. It’s even … Continue reading With second single “Shout Louder”, common goldfish confirms his place in the old-school indie world
Wilkes-Barre, PA punk rock band Stay Loud has just released their latest album, Sophomore Slump. The 15-track album features the lead single “Wow! That’s A Low Price” as well as follow-up singles “Justene is an Ugly Name” and the self-titled single “Sophomore Slump”. The album was recorded at Novro Studios and mixed/mastered by Eric Novroski. “We really hope everyone has something they can relate to with this album,” explains the band. “It’s all … Continue reading The Refrain Interview; Stay Loud
Hailing from Ravenna Ohio, Circadia is an electronic pop-rock duo consisting of Nathan and Alyssa James. The band has just released their newest single, “A Lasting Impression“, a song all about the importance of love. “This song has what I think is a very important message that the world needs to hear,” explains Nathan. “The message is basically, don’t sugar coat the truth that Love … Continue reading The Refrain Interview; Circadia
Long Island, NY pop-punk band STFLR just dropped their latest single, “Harborless”. The track kicks off with some overly saturated riffs and double-time drums, reminiscent of 90s skate punk before giving way to a more full-time feel. The single balances a line somewhere between melodic punk and the more hard-edged approach of hardcore, including a pretty gnarly breakdown section that transitions effortlessly into a beautiful, instrumental outro. Forming … Continue reading The Refrain Interview; STFLR
Alice Rowe makes her long awaited return delighting us with fresh new track ‘As It Seems’. Continue reading Alice Rowe delights with fruity number ‘As It Seems’
Orlando Florida’s Call In Dead is back with their latest track “Patriarchy“, the first song featuring their new vocalist Ripley. The band features four veteran punk rockers, who blend their different musical experiences and styles to make a sound that is at once familiar to fans of hardcore punk while also giving it a fresh, unique take. We had a chance to interview Call In Dead as part of … Continue reading The Refrain Interview; Call In Dead
Toronto based, (via Kenya & Rwanda) singer, songwriter, producer and all round artist Jozem finally presents his exquisite, entirely self-produced debut album, it came to me in a dream. Utterly haunting, completely chill-inducing and filled with layer upon layer of texture, vivid imagery and soul stirring soundscapes, it came to me in a dream, is the true definition of alternative RnB. One which Jozem presents … Continue reading Jozem showcases debut album ‘it came to me in a dream’
DCxPC Live has announced the release of DCxPC Live Vol 5: Grave Return and The Hamiltons. The album was recorded at a party thrown by DCxPC Live. DCxPC Live is a Florida based label that exclusively issues vinyl releases of live albums. For Grave Return, a punk act from the suburbs of Orlando that has opened for notable acts such as The Damned, Agent Orange, and … Continue reading DCxPC Live Releases Grave Return/The Hamiltons Live Split Vinyl
LA-based artist PluggdUpShawty has merged her hip-hop influence with a heavier sound on her new single “Inner Demon.” The hard rock-leaning track was produced by Shayley Bourget of Dayshell and ex-Of Mice & Men. “Inner Demon” is a track about letting internal darkness takeover. “When you become so consumed with materialistic satisfaction you slowly start to sink into a void,” says PluggdUpShawty. “You become consumed … Continue reading PLUGGDUPSHAWTY RELEASES “INNER DEMON” PRODUCED BY SHAYLEY BOURGET (DAYSHELL, EX-OF MICE & MEN)
Toronto-based Dancehall artist Fokus has just released his latest single, “Natural Beauty”. For those not initiated, Fokus’ keenly clever lyrics and innate talent for spitting rhymes have gained him the attention and respect deserved for his well-crafted musical offerings. Having spent 6 years injecting himself into the culture of Latin dance, mastering Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue dance, Fokus has become determined more than ever to … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: FOKUS
Toronto based, (via Kenya & Rwanda) artist Jozem returns with haunting new single and video ‘Youth’. Beginning with a field recording taken from Jozems primary school in Nairobi, this is soon joined by soft beats, light harmonics and a rich, atmospheric vocal brought to life by a visual of incredulous beauty. Delving into the meaning behind ‘Youth’, Jozem describes, “I have felt like an outsider … Continue reading Jozem shares glimpse into his past with ‘Youth’
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