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8.3
New Music Critique: Narima
Composer Narimá makes a strong case for himself as a creator of effective underscore for film or television projects. The piece “Sustain” is absolutely faithful ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Julia King
Long Island’s Julia King fronts her versatile band with a voice that is well-suited to folk/R&B, using deep, sultry tones to convey confessional lyrics that ... -
8.4
New Music Critique: Aprilann
Right from the jump it's clear that this artist is ready to join the mainstream pop world of Halsey, Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. ... -
8.8
New Music Critique: Dayvid
One of the most polished, assured and commercial demos we’ve heard in months, Dayvid’s sound is very much radio-ready, blessed with a nice, knowing touch ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: The Muddy Crows
This Washington DC quintet has a sly, spry, and thoroughly appealing sound that’s spearheaded by frontman Dan Wolff, whose voice has a Jason Mraz quality ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: MT. Pool
A young four-piece, MT. Pool took a little while to grow on us, but by the time we finished their 7-minute “Fourever,” the band’s genuine ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Sam Levin
Right away we hear potential in this young artist, whose quirky point of view, semi-detached delivery and skilled musicianship combine to make an impression on ... -
8
New Music Critique: Hadlock
Singer-guitarist-songwriter Kris Hadlock fronts his namesake band with pure confidence that’s steeped in the kind of classic ‘80s-influenced arena rock that never grows old and ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Estados Alterados
Colombia’s Estados Alterados mount a dark, propulsive, synth-laden attack fronted by a singer whose voice is deep, masculine and sexy. Each song follows a consistent ... -
8.4
New Music Critique: Yvonne Perea
Singer-songwriter Yvonne Perea brings a likeable, consistently inspiring vibe on these recordings, where she is skillfully supported by superior players (extraordinary lead guitar licks), not ...
