roberts. is a midwestern pop punk band comprised of one person. Using his name as his moniker, Mike Roberts started this journey as an acoustic artist looking to sharpen his songwriting skills. As time progressed and his first two releases “fine” and “split” gained traction, he decided to break further into the full band sound. Producing the music in his home and seeking outside help … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: roberts.
Malibu Nights is a 3-piece electronic rock band, and the brainchild of frontman/ composer Levi Garrett Smith, with Cody Kuehl on drums and Matthew Shaw on guitars. They hail from Denver, Colorado and bring with them a formidable and fun sound, with momentum in their tracks and electric energy on the stage. Malibu Nights have just dropped a video for their single “Callie”. The song … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Malibu Nights
Post-hardcore/pop crossovers Life Right Now are coming in hot, following-up on the Billboard-charting success of their previous album and a successful tour with Crown The Empire and Attila. They return with their first new single of 2021, “What’s LOV3?.” The track seamlessly blends pop sensibilities with brutal riffs and guttural screams. Lyrically, the single deals with deteriorating relationships brought on by the pandemic. “This track is about … Continue reading Life Right Now Asks “What’s LOV3?” With Pop-Tinged Hardcore Banger
Toronto singer/songwriter Matty Holmes has just dropped his latest single, “Sick Of It”. Part four of the toxic love mixtape – “Sick Of It” brings us up close and personal with some of the many struggles experienced in a love gone wrong. The song outlines the truths in life and love through the realization of a toxic relationship. “One can only take so much lies and deceit … Continue reading Matty Holmes Is “Sick Of It”
Alt Pop duo LUCIBELLE has just dropped their latest single, the dreamy, piano led indie-pop song “Sad Girl T_T”. The track deals with the effects of depression in every day life. We had the chance to interview Ryn from Lucibelle about the project. Refrain Music Blog: Thanks for taking the time to do this interview. You have a new single out now. Tell us about … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Lucibelle
Hook – Best Days Hook’s latest single “Best Days” now has an accompanying music video. Shot and edited by the band. It includes slow shots of Dublin through a disorientating filter. The view is from the eyes of someone wandering the city at night; confused, lost, lonely. Hook embraces the best of 90s indie rock and pop on the laid-back “Best Days”. There is a … Continue reading Hook release new music video for “Best Days” which explores an entire mood with such ease.
Sean X – XXX Sean X delivers a futuristic R&B pop flavor on the surreal swirl of “XXX”. Pitch-shifted vocals adds to the otherworldly presence that the track radiates. Melodies radiate throughout helping to add to the sense of purpose that propels the piece forward. A little akin to Daft Punk’s sci-fi laden album Discovery, there is a certain degree of exploration that helps to … Continue reading “XXX” shows off Sean X as a careful creator of a truly universal, immersive sound one that it is an absolute joy to get fully lost in.
“Ramblin On” shows off the distinct cadence and uncanny knack of Zebulon Company in crafting a universe that is distinctly their own. Continue reading Ramblin On” shows off the distinct cadence and uncanny knack of Zebulon Company in crafting a universe that is distinctly their own.
Ohio singer-songwriter Ben Tennyson has just dropped his latest single, “Mr. Right”. The track is an acoustic tinged pop single focusing on the sensual side of lust. “Mr. Right is a song about one night stands and just letting go of anything other than lustful desires,” explains Tennyson, “The idea of being proper and self conscious of how you look and appear get thrown out … Continue reading Ben Tennyson Releases Sensual Acoustic Track
Massillon, Ohio artist Master Puff has just dropped his debut single single, “Good, Real Good”. The track is feel good, low key track showcasing his linguistic gymnastics. We had a chance to interview Master Puff as part of our Refrain Interview Series. Refrain Music Blog: Thanks for taking the time to do this interview. You have a new single out now. Tell us about it? What’s it called? … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Master Puff
Across the Dawn’s fusion of rock and electronic music is as diverse as the seasons of the year. Ranging from slow softness to guitar driven intensity, their music comes together to create a sound with power, melody, and atmosphere. The Western Pennsylvania band has released their take on the seminal 90s classic “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star. The dreamy song takes on otherworldly, shoegaze … Continue reading Mazzy Star’s “Fade Into You” Gets A Modern Update From ACROSS THE DAWN
“Reflection” proves Kestine’s undeniable skill at speaking from a life lived to the absolute fullest. Continue reading “Reflection” proves Kestine’s undeniable skill at speaking from a life lived to the absolute fullest.
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