New Tracks

Michael Cullen – “Cha Cha Cha D’Amour”

I’ve featured veteran Australian singer-songwriter Michael Cullen in the past, specifically the tracks “Nothing Special” and “Do You Believe?“. Both were fine representations of what makes Cullen’s music so appealing; his strong baritone

Oh! Mega! – “Vagaries”

NYC-based quintet Oh! Mega! flaunt a refreshing sound that reminds me of a cross between Massive Attack’s sensuous soundscapes and Janelle Monae’s jazz-leaning versatility. “Vagaries” is a stellar track that rides on

Hollywood Principle – “Firework”

I know I’m not alone in my Rocket League obsession. The game – where players maneuver a rocket-powered car under soccer-esque rules – has become a hit on both PC and PS4 since its July

Louise Aubrie – “Masterstroke”

Splitting time between NYC and her hometown London, Louise Aubrie creates a very engaging sound rooted in rock and post-punk — with additional pop sensibilities that make most of her material quite

John Powers – “Be Here Now”

John Powers has been a staple in the NYC live music scene for years, captivating audiences at notable venues like Pianos, where he is on residency for the next three Sundays. With

The Liquorsmiths – “This Book Belongs To”

“This Book Belongs To” is a fluttering folk track from The Liquorsmiths, a San Diego-based group of folk-rockers who take a cue from acts like Wilco and Delta Spirit. Their new six-track

Huckleberry – “Trouble Is Real”

Trouble is Real by Huckleberry “Trouble Is Real” is a wonderful track that reminds favorably of Dr. Dog, Wilco, Kurt Vile and a few other talented acts who incorporate the classic schematics

Matthew Santos – “Seven Years”

In addition to over 300 live performances world-wide and appearances on most Late Shows, Matthew Santos has had a career filled with plenty of A-list run-ins. It began in 2008, when he was

New Albums

Drawing Mazes – ‘fuzzy radio’

Drawing Mazes presents a reflective and atmospheric EP spanning five years of recordings, from 2020’s heartfelt “The Next Family” to this year’s

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Giuseppe Cucé – ’21 Grammi’

Giuseppe Cucé’s new album 21 Grammi is a profoundly human conceptual success from the Sicilian singer-songwriter, built around the mythical “weight of the

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CameronStrings – ‘Eclectica’ EP

Eastern Ontario’s husband-and-wife duo CameronStrings compel across their new EP, Eclectica — cohesively weaving rock, folk, R&B, and nuevo flamenco across its

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