Chadwick Easton

Man, let me tell you something groovy about NYMPHYA’s latest album, What Have I Forgotten? As a seasoned traveler of the psychedelic landscape—think back to the days when the Grateful Dead were weaving their magic, and everyone was wearing tie-dye and saying “far out”—I’ve seen a lot of music come and go. But let me
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Vincent Covello, the seasoned adult contemporary singer-songwriter known for his light jazz and pop sensibilities, has struck a resonant chord with his latest album, “Torchlights.” Dropping on Friday, August 2nd, 2024, this collection of modern, emotionally rich songs encapsulates the timeless tradition of classic torch songs, crafted during the heart of the pandemic. “Torchlights” is
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In the dynamic world of music and multimedia, Benjamin Long, also known as BennyT, stands out as a versatile artist whose talents span across videography, direction, and photography. His latest single, “Too Much Pride,” is a testament to his multifaceted abilities and deep-rooted passion for storytelling through music. BennyT’s journey to this point hasn’t been
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Tanya Mezh is a name we’ll be hearing for years, if not decades, to come. Transformative talents aren’t widespread. There are plenty of workmanlike singers populating the pop landscape. However, singers who communicate personality with every line, inhabit their material, and show constant improvement are much rarer. Mezh falls into the second category. Born Tanya
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Several surprises are in store for listeners who persist with Pangaea’s “Come Together” through the end. Anyone expecting a by-the-numbers cover of The Beatles’ Abbey Road classic will be disappointed. I’d be disappointed if they tried. You can’t replicate that lightning-in-a-bottle greatness. Instead, Pangaea do what they’ve done for other covers. They recast the slinky slide of
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I dived into Mark Conklin’s The Gospel According to Mark uncertain about what I would hear and if it would capture my fancy. The New Jersey-born singer/songwriter has set his aims high. The 24-track opus is nothing less than a musical retelling of the New Testament’s Book of Mark featuring a plethora of artists plucked from modern
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The King James Boys steeps their latest single, “I Can Hear the Savior”, in the same eternal virtues that define the best bluegrass. The five-piece band relies on a classic configuration of guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin, and fiddle without inducing eye rolls for its predictability. Informed listeners and observers of the genre would argue that
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Francesca Tarantino returns with a reimagined version of her poignant track “Tragedy,” offering a fresh acoustic take that underscores her burgeoning maturity as an artist. Despite her youth, Tarantino delivers a performance imbued with a seasoned understanding of heartbreak, sounding assured and compelling throughout the song. Before we get into the song it might be
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In “Beautiful Day,” noted indie recording artist Stephanie Bettman shines like the star she’s always been and successfully mixes two bastions of pop in a melodic marriage that you have to hear for yourself to fully appreciate. Bettman straddles a swinging rhythm while adding a dash of folksiness here and a pinch of classic vocal
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With her latest single, “Run Back,” this New York City songstress proves herself a veritable force to be reckoned with in the ever-expansive realm of pop. Born and bred in the bustling metropolis of New York City, Sabrina was raised in a household steeped in the rich tapestry of diverse cultures and sounds. From the
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Alex Wellkers’ evolution from a budding musician studying accordion and harmonica, among other instruments, to his mature accomplishments as a proficient guitarist testifies to his passion. The Switzerland-based singer, songwriter, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist’s new release Fly Away has eleven diverse songs spanning an impressive gamut of musical attributes. Strings, guitar, piano, ballads, all-out rockers, and even a whiff of
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Lee Shupp is a bit of a throwback. His new album Rise Up makes his retro music allegiances abundantly clear. Nonetheless, Shupp doesn’t use his chosen genres as a vehicle to travel back in time but instead modernizes them for modern audiences. The blues, jazzy influences, and rock threads running through the album’s eight songs are thoroughly
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I read the accompanying press materials for Mama B.’s “Puffer Fish”, and I went into hearing the first single from her debut album Imaginology harboring low expectations. I assumed this would be a gimmick track – but I was wrong! Talent is evident throughout the single. Jacq Becker, the person behind the Mama B nom de plume,
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Marquette, Michigan’s Ronnie and Elliott Ferguson constitute the father/son duo Streaking in Tongues, and their idiosyncratic brand of instrumental music, inspired by the poetry of Marty Achatz, stands out for several reasons. Their latest full-length release entitled Einstein’s Napkin merges experimental strands, folk, indie rock, minimalist jazz, and progressive rock into an irresistible stew that is challenging
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In their latest release, titled Halloween Leaves, alternative rockers Champ de Mars are set to explore instrumental complexities as a means of making a narrative even more impulsive and penetrative than the standard typically allows, and to me, it’s worth more than a close look. Though tempered by a controlled approach to songs like “Wedding Dresses
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Anyone who dismisses Greye as a passe dad-rock act isn’t listening. The Florida-based outfit has long since established a well-deserved reputation as an instrumental powerhouse brimming with stellar songwriting. The accompanying musicianship driving the songs on their latest foray VII reveals a unit that enjoys cohesion, chemistry, and crackling energy few modern rock bands share. The new
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