We recently reviewed “Minnesota,” an album by Norwegian singer-songwriter Glenn Meling about the emigration of hundreds of thousands of Norwegians during the 19th century to … Read more
Tilted Axes has a unique approach to making music. More of a movement than a band, it brings together local musicians wherever it chooses to … Read more
Sarah Schonert’s recent release is a rare album that effectively combines a number of relaxing and ambient tracks with some more experimental moments. Particularly during … Read more
Los Angeles-based Metamorphestra is a recently founded orchestra which, as its name suggests, specializes in transforming music. Taking well-known pop songs, the ensemble’s founder Nick … Read more
Glenn Meling’s recent release Minnesota stands out as a pop/rock album because its nine tracks are built around one subject or narrative present throughout. The … Read more
Texas-born blues artist Phil Gammage’s latest release is “Used man for Sale,” a 10-track record that draws on some blues and pop influences. At its … Read more
Jess Wayne’s debut album is a genre-crossing mix of folk, jazz-influenced instrumentals and a bluesy storytelling style which permeates his lyrics throughout the album. The … Read more
Classically-trained vocalist Chrystyna Marie’s debut EP allows her powerful singing voice to shine through on four tracks. Loaded Gun combines a mixture of blues and … Read more
Jim Peterik, of the Ides of March and Survivor, is best known as the co-writer of the rock anthem “Eye of the Tiger,” which featured … Read more
Tatyana Smolyaninov was in New York recently when she came across a piano sitting in the street. She asked a man standing nearby if she … Read more
The fifth album from California-based folk-pop group The Furious Seasons offers an effective combination of carefully crafted storytelling lyrics accompanied by a mellow and melodic … Read more
Scottish poet Robert Burns is known around the world for his songs. How could you celebrate New Year’s Eve without singing along to Auld Lang … Read more
Most greatest hits albums perform their assigned role more or less well, if at times becoming a bit predictable. Predictability is certainly not a term … Read more
Whoever said you can’t rock out on the piano! 12-year-old pianist Owen York recently released a four-minute mash-up incorporating Queen and David Bowie’s 1981 hit … Read more
Tod Hughes’ debut full length album was an enjoyable listen, displaying a storytelling songwriting style that blended tongue in cheek with more serious moments. Jordan … Read more