Alex Lopez continues writing and recording at a near torrential rate. His sixth album with the Xpress, Nasty Crime, maintains the same high standard of songwriting and musicianship that has defined his work from the outset. The former has experienced exponential growth since Lopez’s debut and Nasty Crime highlights his songwriting prowess as much as his guitar skills.
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Tangling country music and rock n’ roll is nothing new, and Cody Jasper isn’t righteous about doing as much in 2022. There’s increased visibility when it comes to songs that owe something to multiple schools, and in terms of the music he’s recorded thus far, I appreciate why “Who You Are” is the Jasper track so many people and critics
There’s nothing like a perfect road trip album; something that complements the scenery as it whizzes by while you glance back at it in the rearview mirror. The act of being the road trip DJ is no small task, and only the quickest can maintain a great playlist without losing the crowd — it seems
Mark Henry Ham’s new album Casper effortlessly captures the quintessential sound of Americana. From start to finish, Casper takes you on an emotional journey that stirs dormant nostalgia in the blood and lifts the spirit. Ham’s soulful vocals are at the center of each track leading you through his feelings and reflections. Casper is steeped
Bob Morelli’s Cool is Forever Consulting may be run by an industry veteran with multiple decades under his belt, but he’s far from mired in the past. Morelli and his team are constantly hatching forward thinking strategies and methods for extending the commercial reach of a diverse range of artists. It isn’t all about making
SistersJ debut single “Open When” will transport you to another realm the moment you press play. Elizabeth and Lily Jackson make up SistersJ, they’re real life sisters who have been harmonizing since they were girls. Music has always been a part of their lives and you can tell. “Open When” has an unexpected sense of
There are iconoclasts and then there’s Elektragaaz and their ilk. The East Coast-based multi-instrumentalist collective doesn’t restrict themselves to a single genre or even instrument. They fearlessly mingle improbable combinations and make them work through talent and foresight while they likewise open themselves up to influences from outside the traditional music realm as well. Even
Gifted storyteller and singer/songwriter, Laura Sumner breaks the mold with the Americana-folk-roots rock debut EP, Red Clay Blue Sky. Sumner sculpts together five songs that follow a pattern of soaring harmonies, poignant lyrics and gentle ease. Sumner’s lead single, the daring “American Man”, strikes an even more interesting note in the summer of inflation and financial
Makes My Blood Dance cannot seem to sit still. Single after single, live show after killer live show, they’ve made a name splicing and mutating the genes of metal with disco, glam, and electropop. Interview with Evan Russell Saffer – Frontman – Makes My Blood Dance Provide Background of your music career that not many
The role of the piano in the new single “Andromeda” from Nick Phoenix is neither the centerpiece of the song nor one that can be described as understated in the grander scheme of things. While the guitar parts are responsible for maximizing the chills the audience is inevitably going to experience as the track ramps
Occasionally, you stumble across a band and wonder how they aren’t Superstars, yet. In the case of Nashville’s Blackpool Mecca, you just hear and more importantly feel that prevailing sense of greatness in their music. With the impassioned yet polished Indie Pop stylings of arena- era Goo Goo Dolls, comes the band’s latest single, “Darts.”
How would you classify your music? In the past, my music was a mixture between Manson and QOTSA. Still, I often produce songs that are very minimal and repetitive, consist of two or three guitar riffs. Like we’re to be grateful, put it in order or nothing at all. Very simple but effective. Even though
How would you classify your music? Roots music with elements and influences of Bluegrass, Country, Americana and Celtic Folk vibes. Who are some of your top 5 musical influences? Folks like Jerry Douglas Band, Sam Bush Band and Tim O’Brien have certainly influenced me also some other folks are Willie Nelson, Steve Earle, Shane McGowan,
Welcome to Melody Maker! How have you all been – what has your 2022 been like so far? It’s been great! Happy to be back to performing live again and doing what we love to do. You have an amazing new album that is going to be coming out but before that you have a new
The best children’s music tends to be what adults would call good music in general; simple, straightforward, but cerebral enough to inspire artistic wonder, much as the source did for the players creating it. The Roughhousers specialize in this genre, and their new singles “Monkey Butt” and “Toenail Soup,” despite their comical titles, are sterling
The duo of Mike Rogers and his longtime production partner Gary Lefkowith are already reaping the benefits of the collaboration as Le Sonic. Their first single “Any Moment” scored the top spot on the Billboard Smooth Jazz chart and garnered the pair a 2021 nomination as Breakout Artist of the Year from Allen Kepler’s Beats Magazine.
The mix of traditional and original material underpinning T-Bone’s eleven song debut Good ‘n Greasy isn’t uncommon. Many other songwriters and/or musicians have sensed the possibilities of working within a tradition and utilizing its tropes, sound, and aims as an ideal vehicle for self-expression. What sets T-Bone apart from others, however, is the seemingly effortless balance they
There’s a lot of pessimism in pop right now – some would argue a little more than our society really needs, but that could be part of the reason why Clay Joule’s new single “O’Dream” feels as refreshing as it does this June. Rather than sticking to a conventional rock ballad format, Joule explores lingering
Tell us about your latest project! Our latest project is called ” Serotonin”. It was written during lockdown when we were all kinda losing our minds and unsure what to do with ourselves. What is a dream venue for you to perform in? I think we have quite a few really. The Ryman Auditorium here in
Hello The Bayou Bandits! Thank you for speaking with me today! Tell us about your latest release! Hey yall, so our latest release is a song titled “Gasoline”. We were fortunate enough to receive a lot of recognition both nationally and internationally about it. What was the creative process for it? It was inspired by folks who
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