Left Handed Kisses – Andrew Bird ft. Fiona Apple

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I adore this song. It would be nothing without Fiona Apple though. She brings all the raw emotion to it.

Andrew: I don’t believe everything happens for a reason
Fiona: To us romantics out here, that amounts to high treason

What begins as an internal conflict of Andrew Bird’s, soon becomes a quarrel between lovers as Fiona Apple’s growling vocals retort. I think it’s about Andrew’s conflict over writing a love song – does he believe everything happens for a reason? Or is love logical?

It soon takes the role of two lovers having an argument.

I first thought the song was a bit all over the place in terms of melody. But the lyrics kept getting stuck in my head so I found myself replaying it over and over again. It’s Andrew’s pining voice and the melancholy of his violin against Fiona’s rough and emotional vocals that I love because it tells a story of disagreeing lovers.

I love the writing – all your left-handed kisses and backhanded love songs. 

Fiona:
The point your song here misses
Is that if you really loved me
You’d risk more than a few 50 cent
Words in your backhanded love song

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The bridge of the song shows that they are accepting that they’ve had an argument and are ready to move on. This comes after their vocals begin to harmonise and weave in and out of each other’s lines.

It could also be interpreted as Andrew deciding on how he feels about love.

Andrew: Now it’s time for a handsome little bookend
Fiona: Now it’s time to tie up all the loose ends
Andrew: Am I still a skeptic or did you make me a believer?

But I love how the final line is a threat from Fiona Apple. It echoes her very angry songs (that I love). She’s not to be messed with!

Fiona: If you hesitate, you’ll hear the click of the receiver

I recommend watching the live version – I think it shows off the emotion better.

Cloudbusting – Kate Bush

cloudbusting.jpgI am a huge Kate Bush fan, but Cloudbusting has to be my favourite song.

I just know that something good is going to happen
And I don’t know when
But just saying it could even make it happen

I never knew what the song was about until now. I thought it was like a pep-talk about good things being just around the corner.

In fact, Cloudbusting is about a real-life father-son duo in the 1950s who believed they had invented a machine, called a cloudbuster, to make it rain. This invention would result in crops being saved during a drought if successful.

But every time it rains
You’re here in my head
Like the sun coming out

However, the father became paranoid and began to get into trouble with the government after suspicions of his invention being phoney spread. He refused to go to court, and along with other reasons, he was arrested. (I think I’ve understood this correctly; it’s quite a complicated story.)

I can’t hide you
From the government
Oh, god, daddy
I won’t forget

Kate Bush’s song is from the point of view of the son who watches his beloved father getting taken away by the government.

You could see them coming
You looked too small
In their big, black car
To be a threat to the men in power

It’s such a haunting song because of the cello and the lyrics. But it’s equally uplifting, as she interprets the feeling of breaking new ground and the excitement of it.

Imagining My Man – Aldous Harding

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A blend of Joanna Newsom’s folk style and Kate Bush’s theatrical tone makes New Zealand’s Aldous Harding.

I had never heard of her before, but apparently one of her songs is on an advert back home at the moment.

The melody of Imagining My Man makes you melt; the soft keyboard and guitar relaxes you completely. The gentle clarinet (?) at the end is the cherry on top.

I’m going to answer, protecting
It can be so hard to forgive
It’s not what I thought, and it’s not what I pictured
When I was imagining my man

Her style of singing is certainly unique; I thought she was Swedish at first. But her distinctive voice is brilliant and full of emotion.

I love the rawness and honesty of Harding. I’ve watched a few live performances and she doesn’t hold back with exaggerated facial expressions. I heard her apologise ‘for what you’re about to see, but it’s all for the good of the song’ in the Tiny Desk Concert – I assume it was regarding her expressions. Nevertheless, I hope she doesn’t make a habit of apologising.

All my life (hey!) I’ve had to fight to stay
You were right, love takes time, hey, hey

I have since graduated on to another one of her songs, Horizon, which I love too.

Looking forward to hearing more of her!

Jodie

Black – Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi ft. Norah Jones

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I heard this song on the epic TV show Breaking Bad and it gave be chills immediately.

Its melancholic, dreamy sound is amazing – Norah Jones’ voice was perfectly matches the tone. Choosing her to feature in this song was a brilliant decision.

Until you travel to that place you can’t come back
Where the last painting’s gone and all that’s left is black

I think it’s about hitting rock bottom, not being able to see anything good in the world – all you see is black.

At last those coming came and they never looked back
With blinding stars in their eyes but all they saw was black

It reminds me a little of a song that’s featured in Stranger than Fiction called La Petite Fille de la Mer, but Black is far heavier and darker… No pun intended.

Thank you Breaking Bad for a lot of things (don’t do drugs, kids!) but most of all for introducing me to this song, which features in season 4.

And when you follow through and wind up on your back
Looking up at those stars in the sky those white clouds have turned it black

Hard Times – Paramore

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I can’t stop listening to this brilliant song!

I stopped being a fan of Paramore a long time ago, but I stumbled across this song during a busy day at work creating a new-found love for Hayley Williams’ freakishly talented vocals.

Hard Times is on Paramore’s most recent album After Laughter, and it’s distinctly influenced by 1980s pop. It’s so catchy! I’ve had it on repeat for 72 hours straight. It sort of reminds me of Kiesza’s style (Hideaway).

Hard times
Gonna make you wonder why you even try
Hard times
Gonna take you down and laugh when you cry
These lives
And I still don’t know how I even survive
Hard times. Hard times.
And I gotta get to rock bottom!

It Don’t Seem Right – Eyal Erlich

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It Don’t Seem Right is an acoustic song with the raw and stripped-back sound of Eyal Erlich.

Erlich is a relatively new artist who is currently performing throughout Israel, and plans to release his first album this year.

His waning vocals makes It Don’t Seem Right an emotive tune, which reminds me of Cold War Kids, an alternative Californian band. The solo acoustic guitar supports Erlich’s organic and unrefined voice, but would perhaps benefit from a softer touch, or the accompaniment of a piano or harmonica to create a smoother sound.

Most of my influences aren’t really musical ones, but life experiences that just bring out the music in me. – Eyal Erlich

His unlayered sound is honest and shows off Erlich’s talent for songwriting. I think his style of music would be perfect for live performances, and may benefit from a more climactic chorus in the recording studio to create a more punchy tune.

Check out It Don’t Seem Right on soundcloud here.

Follow Eyal Erlich on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and follow his personal Facebook.

Cherry Blossom Trees – Leafy Satori Risk

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Cherry Blossom Trees is a lullaby love song to Japan by Leafy Satori Risk. It’s a cool blues/soft jazz song with an echo of folk that blends into a song that evokes a passionate and beautiful Spring romance.

The singer/songwriters Iris and Karl of Leafy Satori Risk both hail from Vienna, but have settled in France, Berlin, New Mexico and then finally in Los Angles. However, their hearts are forever in Tokyo where they spend two months of every year, and where many of their live shows are performed.

Both artists are creative by nature, both working in the film industry when they’re not performing in their band: Iris Karina is an actress and Karl Lohninger is a sound mixer and sound designer.

Inspired by the travelling duo’s dream of experiencing the bloom of cherry blossom trees, this dreamy song reflects on goals that may never be achieved.

Cherry Blossom Trees is a slow-tempo song about, perhaps, being shrouded in desire and aspiration. Just like the floating petals, the writer’s dreams are beautiful and bold, yet barely tangible. The showers of pink petals summons a scene of a soft, pink-hued world. Maybe we’re looking through rose-tinted glasses.

The lyrics describe tides of pink cherry blossom petals that rain down on to the palms of your hand. This imagery makes me think of opportunities that land in the palm of your hand, and it’s up to you to seize them, or ‘wait for the tide to turn’.

Stretch out your arms,
And watch them land on your palms,
We could drown in a sea of flowers if you want,
Or we could wait for the tide to turn.

It’s the theme of love and loss represented by the provocative saxophone and strong male vocals (reminding me of Barry White’s romantic ballads), and the breathy female vocals echoing softly-spoken French love songs.

These combinations of emotive genres and tones creates imagery within itself of a lost or unattainable love. Whether it be someone, something or some place that can not be reached. Judging by the soft strumming of the guitar and gentle hum or purr of the saxophone, I get the sense that as strong as this longing is, it’s been accepted that it may never be achieved.

My love why – why don’t you stay close to me,
The air is cool,
The light is strong,
And spring is near.

With inverted colours, the music video for Cherry Blossom Tree evokes a dream-like state as the singer wanders leisurely and reflectively through Japan. The video was shot by Karl Lohninger inside the Inokashira Park in Kichijoji and at the Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo.

The video, although simple, reflects the melancholic subject matter. Combined, the song and images articulate and engage so much emotion while saying so little. Therefore, you can read and interpret so much into it, which I like. Perhaps partly because of the musicians’ multi-cultural influences, every listener can find a new angle and meaning for it.

Have a listen on YouTube here, and let me know what it makes you think of. Check out Leafy Satori Risk’s website and Facebook.

Mississippi Devil – The Darkest Hearts

 

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Hailing from Tennessee, The Darkest Hearts is a hard rock band recently nominated for the Nashville Industry Music Award for Best Alternative Rock Band. They are drawing attention world-wide for their unique combination of rock, pop and punk genres, featuring striking guitars and rich, theatrical vocals.

Their song Mississippi Devil is scheduled to be released October 6 of this year. It echoes characteristics of the likes of grunge band Nickelback with strong, melodic pop rock vocals against almost heavy metal instrumentals.

The deep bass that the band’s song sports creates the heavy atmosphere intertwined with punk and gothic undertones. This dark imagery combined with the complexities of the song’s alternative genre reminds me of Evanescence’s early work in album Fallen. I love the punchy drums; it’s the strong heartbeat of Mississippi Devil.

If you enjoy punk and dark, punk rock bands, you’ll love The Darkest Hearts!
Check them out on their website, Facebook and Twitter!

 

Miles Above the Baseline – I, Symptom

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Miles Above the Baseline is an astronomical-inspired song with emotive lyrics, self-described as ‘an unsupervised journey in space’.

This almost drum and bass, electronic rock & roll genre with extraterrestrial-inspired effects and material, reminds me of the theatrical sound effects in the War of the Worlds (2005) film. Yet, quite unabashedly, this concoction creates the unique and bold style of I, Symptom.

Miles above the baseline I lost control
I wonder who’s gonna save my rotting soul
Miles above the baseline I lost control
I wonder if anyone cares at all

The strong imagery painted by the meticulous lyrics certainly takes you on a journey. The passion and self-confidence of this band comes across clearly, despite the niche genre that they promote.

Check out Miles Above the Baseline on YouTube and find I, Symptom on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on their website.

In The Air Tonight [cover] – Peter Nordberg

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Peter Nordberg covers the Phil Collins classic, In The Air Tonight. With Nickleback-esk vocals and traditional-sounding stringed and percussion instruments, Nordberg certainly brings a different angle to the well-known song.

Both hailing from Sweden, Nordberg teamed up with mixer/producer Fredrik Andersson to release his first song in English. With electronic twists and layered vocals against the punchy bass really puts chills down my spine.

Although, it is a more tame version than the Phil Collins original with the drums taking a backseat rather than being centre stage. Nevertheless, this is a brave, authentic and raw cover, which sounds original despite the well-known lyrics.

The drums sound almost tribal – something I could imagine hearing from talented buskers on the streets of arty Melbourne. Whereas the vocals are manipulated to create a modern and rich tone. Brilliant. I’m not surprised this artist was snapped up by a label by the time he was 19, and was such a hit in Norway and Sweden. I expect he will be incredibly popular everywhere else too.

Find Peter Nordberg on Facebook and on his website. Check out the teaser for the single In the Air Tonight here.

 

Let’s Make This Earth From House To Home – Lyrics of Two

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Lyrics of Two is an indie/folk/pop band from California with a unique style. They have been the #1 band in Los Angeles Deli Music Charts, a chart for emerging and indie artists, and have been well-received by a dedicated following.

Their recent single, Let’s Make This Earth From House to Home, is a tender and idealistic song about how our world could be a blissful utopia.

The lyrics are written by published poet and author, Marie Helen Abramyan, who founded Lyrics of Two Publishing and recently released a children’s book titled ‘The Rhyming Tales Of The Helpful Friends And The Garden Show’. Her story-like song writing captures your imagination. The rhymes and imagery used reminds me of a simplified Johanna Newsom or Kate Bush sort of style of song writing.

A mother’s gentle love, an elder’s wise words
Same heart and soul, no matter where in the world
So in this one world, we got one chance, under this one sky
Let’s come together for all mankind

Lyrics of Two’s single certainly channels eco-warrior values, with a gentle, swaying tune that taps into the idealistic point-of-view of how today’s world should be. To bring countries and cultures and peoples together, rather than living in war-town and fractured societies.

Let’s bring peace to this world
No more sadness, hate or hurt
Only kindness, compassion, and unity
For the sake of all humanity
Let’s make this earth from house to home

This song strongly echoes a less-dramatic and a more soothing Earth Song by Michael Jackson. It’s a nurturing and embracing song that features breathy and passionate vocals, which evokes the authenticity of the band’s message.

Check out their website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Listen to Let’s Make This Earth From House to Home here.

Say You’re Mine – Smoking Martha

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Aussie rockers, Smoking Martha, are releasing their debut album In Deep.

After listening to their single Say You’re Mine, I would say that Smoking Martha is a traditional punk rock band, which is so refreshing considering the rock bands of today are becoming more and more plastic and glossy.

The melodic vocals remind me of Hayley Williams of Paramore; very strong and powerful with pop undertones. Whereas, almost in contrast, the heavy guitar echoes early Evanescence and Queens of the Stone Age. 

Style-wise, I got nostalgic flashbacks to Gwen Stefani in No Doubt, as I watched the lead-singer in the Say You’re Mine music video. Nevertheless, the classic punk attire reminds me of the old days when punk rockers were raw and genuine. Smoking Martha would be a wicked band to see live, for sure!

Check them out on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. See their single below:

 

 

 

 

Windows – Greye

Windows by Greye is a country-pop song, which echoes early Taylor Swift and Ashley Simpson.

With squeaky-clean, youthful and energetic female vocals – not dissimilar to the likes of Paramore’s lead vocalist – Greye certainly has a distinctive, almost acoustic folk, sound at times.

With vivid lyrical imagery, I could actually imagine this song featuring on The Hunger Games:

“…and shoot that arrow, who know if it’ll be there tomorrow.”

At more than five and a half minutes in duration, Windows is quite a marathon song. Nevertheless, this song has plenty of emotional suspense and instrumental build-up that keeps you listening.

With clear talent on the band’s behalf, I’m sure this song could easily find its way on to an easy-listening or country tunes radio station, if it hasn’t already. Certainly a harmless, sweet, harmonious and youthful group of musicians.

Greye will be hitting the road on July 15, 2017 for a tour of the Eastern United States in support of Windows. Information and dates can be found at here.

Follow Greye on Facebook and Twitter!

Method of Madness 1 – CG Kid

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Method of Madness 1 by CG Kid, is not a song I would typically listen to.

It is described as ‘dubstep techno metal rap’. A sort of rap music that is influenced by heavy metal and techno genres.

This song was written for the mosh-pit environment, with the ‘speed rap vocals’ bringing a particularly anxious and frantic air to the music – it’s hard to sit still while listening to Method of Madness 1! The auctioneer-style vocals against the 1980’s-inspired techno instruments reminds me of German rock bands and rappers.

The messages in CG Kid’s tongue-twisting lyrics, are that of staying sober and clean.

CG Kid’s accompanying music video is of the fiery-red-haired rapper sat on a chair drinking ice-cold water is a peculiar juxtaposition to the music, but intriguing nevertheless.

It may not be my style, but I can see that CG Kid from Texas could easily summon a dedicated following – particularly from Europe, perhaps.

Till I See You Again – Bunny Sigler

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Dedicated to the US military and America’s uniformed first responders, Till I See You Again could certainly be a moving song for many.

Till I see You Again is a recognisable and loyal echo of the 1980’s R&B/soul music sound, that I’m sure listeners of this era will enjoy. Bunny Sigler includes melancholy backing vocals, chiming harps and sharp drums to create the sounds of a distinct genre and generation since past.

With heart-wrenching vocals and a solemn electronic keyboard, this soulful song will have you reminiscing in feelings of soft nostalgia from the first note. In one listen, you can hear the passion and commitment that the vocalist is putting into his performance of smooth jazz.

Listen to Till I See You Again on YouTube, follow Bunny on Facebook and Twitter.

Ithaca – Danny Baxley

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From Texas to Boston, this one-man band is making his way in the music industry with his unique genre-blended songs. Danny Baxley has independently released a single called Ithaca.

“…everything on my EP or anything I’ve done since November is all me.”Danny Baxley

The song starts with a rhythmic guitar, echoing the artist’s rock band background. As the vocals come in so does the synth and electronic instruments, which took me by surprise somewhat. With instruments that remind me of Owl City’s Fireflies song, Baxley’s intriguing hybrid of genres is certainly a twist on fundamental electronica and rock.

“I’ve always attempted to blend genres – sometimes [they’re successful]…”

Baxley’s vocals are blunt and occasionally stray from the desired melody, yet they seem to ground the song rather than allow the listener to lose themselves in the electronic tones.

Certainly an interesting and unique sound that might very well make a permanent home for itself in the indie corner of the music industry.

Check out Danny Baxley’s website, Facebook and Twitter. Ithaca is available on iTunes!

Indecision – The Beekeepers

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The Beekeepers are an all-woman band, with all the characteristics of folk music, with a classical twist.

A rather self-sufficient band; each band members writes, arranges and performs their own material. They incorporate 13 instruments to create their unique sound.

The Beekeepers are winners of the May 2017 Akademia Music Awards for Best Folk/Singer-Songwriter EP, and band member/songwriter Sylvie Abate has been heard on more than 70 radio stations in the United States of America.

Their raw and innocent vocals in their single Indecision reminds me of Joanna Newsom’s tunes. The Beekeepers’ song is easy to sing along to as the attainable vocal range accommodates for every fan.

With Indecision’s almost lullaby tune, the accompanying classical-sounding guitar is soothing and makes this folk song an easy-listen. But what it lacks in complexity, it gains 10-fold in integrity as it is a remarkable tribute to the Indie-Folk genre.

If you enjoy the simplicity of the folk genre, and the youthful, string-heavy sounds of Joanna Newsom and the likes, then you will love this feminine trio.

Check out The Beekeeper’s song Indecision below.

Not Giving Up – Roadcase Royale

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With deep vocals reminding me of The Dead Weather, Roadcase Royale are a mature rock band who are serious about their art.

Not Giving Up is a song with hardened, almost soul-like vocals, that provokes flash-backs to 1980’s Joan Jett. While the vocal harmonies between the lead and back-up singer evokes the glam-rock elements of ACDC.

This is classic, old-school rock.

The live performance for this single reminds me of animated high school punk/rock bands I’ve been in. As Roadcase Royale’s collective character is so passionate, it’s almost tangible – you certainly can’t deny their talent, enthusiasm and sheer happiness to be playing together, which is evident in their performance.

An old-school rock band: Check our their website and Facebook.

Hometown – Dru Cutler

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With a triumphant and uplifting piano, Hometown by Dru Cutler is a soft rock song smothered in nostalgia.

With harmonies that remind me of the Plain White T’s, this band is an easy listening, all-American band that brings back fond memories of high school ‘jams’ at lunchtime.

The perfect mantra to accompany a daydream of a past life – of school, bad haircuts, hot summer sun and first loves. Or, perhaps during the credits of a coming-of-age Hollywood movie. (The Way, Way Back came to mind.)

Small town a-lovin’! Check out their website and Facebook page.

Promised Land – Russ Still and the Moonshiners

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With a strong country twang and bluesy piano, Russ Still and the Moonshiners sport the well-known sound of classic country music. But when the electric guitar strikes and the heavy punch of drums begin, their sound is undeniably country rock.

The Promised Land on the band’s album Still Cookin’, sounds exactly like how the band look: Cowboy hats, worn-in jeans, black shirts, leather boots, and I imagine double-shots of neat whiskey and smoky rural bars are in reach.

The band seems to be honest and true to themselves. They look how they sound, straight up and down, raw, authentic country rock with no surprises.

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Country rock fans need to check out their website and Facebook

Joshua – Leah Capelle

Leah CapelleLeah Capelle is an emerging band from LA, who has a clean and positive pop sound.

Despite the band identifying with being alternative rock/pop, judging by their recent release called Joshua, I found the band’s style to be classic ‘modern country’. They remind me of Wilson Phillips and Carrie Underwood – very G-rated, very safe-listening.

Joshua is described as a song about ‘friendship and freedom’ – a positive message that is rarely explored in typical young rock bands – and reminded me of songs in the Christian soft rock genre.

In the music video, the band’s look conflicts with the sound. Whereas I was expecting to see early Taylor Swift’s ‘Love Story‘ clothing style, the Leah Capelle band sport dark lipstick, heavy eyeliner and revealing gothic clothes.

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Nevertheless, the song is professionally produced and the band has undeniable talent.

Check them out:
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Only One – Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders

greenbah2A melodic and catchy song from Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders’ recent album. They’re a hillbilly band who stay true to their roots, and not trends, as stated by the front man, Billy Roberts. A moral that the band sticks to when recording their hits.

Only One has a more pop and up-beat tune with the classic melancholy vocals of Billy Roberts. This track on their album has a perfect marriage between the piano and guitar (Alex Quinn), sporting the same popular characteristics as many of their catalogue of songs.

The humble blues and country sound met with rocky drums (Rory Facione) and pop tones makes Billy Roberts and the Rough Rider’s album Greenbah the only one you want to hear.

Check it out

No One Knows Me – Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders

Greenbah album cover - Billy Roberts and the rough ridersAnother country classic from Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders.

No One Knows Me is a track on their album Greenbah. A traditional country-rock song that draws on the band’s characteristic sound.

Beginning as what sounds like the line-dancing scene in Thelma & Louisefollowed by a ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ rhythm of the guitar, this song is sure to be enjoyable by all country-rock music fans.

Although remaining true to the typical country genre, and un-strayed from the Rough Rider’s sound, No One Knows Me is a darker tune with more solemn lyrics. However, I would love to hear a deeper, richer bass to emulate this more serious and almost menacing tone.

Perhaps a focus on a more organic sound and less-remastered or smooth sound of the instruments would bring more of the band’s personality through, but ultimately another great track from the Rough Riders!

Give it listen!

Little Johnny – Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders

 

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You’ve probably seen my reviews of Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders herehere and here. Here’s another – their new song, Little Johnny.

This slow rock song is featured on their third album, Greenbah. A dark and moody tune akin to that of Johnny Cash and The Eagles, I reckon.

The band’s distinctive husky voice, rhythmic drums (Ed Glass), whining violin and tense guitar (Alex Quinn) can still be heard – Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders are loyal to their sound.

I love the violin, it’s like a Gypsy/Country sound. Something that could be featured on the Thelma & Louise soundtrack.

A great listen – definitely check it out if you’re into a bit of rock and a bit of country.

Love Ain’t A Prize – Donica Knight

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Another country princess makes a pop song.

Despite being a high-production-value song and music video, Love Ain’t a Prize left me feeling like I had heard it all before. The country-pop genre tends to be quite monotonous for me.
Love Ain’t A Prize is not a poorly-made song, but the chorus repeats itself too often, which makes the writing appear lazy.

The style and sound becomes a self-fulfilling stereotype. The classic black-tassel-wearing and silver-studded band members came as no surprise in Donica Knight’s video.

Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy a bit of country music (Kelly Willis), a bit of pop (Katy Perry), and rock ‘n’ roll (Johnny Cash). But I tend to stay away from the contemporary, flamboyant country-pop genre, due to its gaudy appearance and cookie-cutter sound.
I can see why Donica Knight is growing in popularity in the Southern music scene.

She has shown her diversity and success by opening for acts including Lynyrd Skynyrd, 3 Doors Down, Kid Rock and Jamey Johnson.

Despite my personal take on the contemporary country sound and genre, if you’re into country-pop then Donica Knight is for you. She seems like the kind of artist who excels on stage with a lot of energy, and an engaging presence. She has a strong voice, confidence and style, that I’m sure will be appealing to many.

Check out her website here.