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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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Pop Metal Outfit “Major Moment” Release New Single “Toxic” Ahead of Full Length Album

Photo credit : Evan Middleton FFO: Starset, Linkin Park, EvanescenceIs “pop metal” a thing? For Major Moment it is! Today, Boston’s “Major Moment” released their latest single “Toxic” ahead of their upcoming full-length, “The Pain That Makes Us Grow”. “The song was actually inspired by one of our followers on social media, who was being a little bit too impatient with our release schedule, saying … Continue reading Pop Metal Outfit “Major Moment” Release New Single “Toxic” Ahead of Full Length Album

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Tycho Jones Continues to Impress with Uplifting Alt-Pop Single “Pink + Blue”

Tycho Jones’ latest single ‘Pink + Blue” is a refreshing and optimistic alt-pop tune that perfectly showcases the artist’s authenticity and freedom. The uplifting vocal melodies and spectacular guitar-led choruses are impossible not to enjoy, and the 00s-inspired drum patterns will make you bop along. The positive lyrics about focusing on an optimistic view of the future rather than getting consumed by mundane problems are … Continue reading Tycho Jones Continues to Impress with Uplifting Alt-Pop Single “Pink + Blue”

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Taydem Shoesmith share catchy dance-pop tune ‘Are You Clapping?’

With an affinity for music from a very young age, Taydem Shoesmith has been exploring songwriting for quite some time. Having multiple IMDB acting and composing credits to her name, Taydem is now diving into the pop music market with her debut single ‘Are You Clapping?’ The electro-pop/dance anthem, written by Shoesmith, comes from a very personal place; one she hopes willconnect with listeners: “I … Continue reading Taydem Shoesmith share catchy dance-pop tune ‘Are You Clapping?’

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Lives Lost Has Released Its Latest EP

Hershey, PA alternative post-hardcore act Lives Lost has released its latest EP, the five-song A Portrait Of Loss. The EP, out now on DI RECORDS, was conceived as a concept album by the band about the stages of grief.About the album,Guitarist Aaron Perry says “The music speaks to struggles of mental health, abandonment, losing loved ones, and more.” Drummer and backing vocalist Alan Thompson adds, “The themes in the music … Continue reading Lives Lost Has Released Its Latest EP

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Pop punk outfit “ON HIGH” drop new single “Alive” alongside superhero-inspired music video

FFO: State Champs, Waterparks, Stand Atlantic Pop punk outfit ON HIGH drop their latest single and video for “Alive”, and it’ll hit you right in your nostalgic pop punk feels! Fusing propulsive punk energy, stadium-size pop prowess, alternative sizzle, and a ball-busting sense of humor, ON HIGH play the soundtrack to the best night of your life.  “Alive is about the struggle to get over … Continue reading Pop punk outfit “ON HIGH” drop new single “Alive” alongside superhero-inspired music video

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Messmaker Released A Music Video For their Cover Of “Dancing In The Moonlight”

Cleveland Alternative pop-rock darlings MESSMAKER have taken a break from their relentless show schedule and anthemic single dropping to drop a silky smooth, shimmering cover of King Harvest’s 1970s smash hit “Dancing In The Moonlight”.  The song has been a recent staple of the duo’s live performances, so the natural next step would be to record their fresh take on the classic. “We like to approach covering songs by … Continue reading Messmaker Released A Music Video For their Cover Of “Dancing In The Moonlight”

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