Tai Shan , Meet in the Middle Review

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Finding inspiration in literary characters and using that to build strong storylines with sheer ingenuities is what classically trained, jazz-infused, singer-songwriter, and guitarist Tai Shan brings with a new sophistication to the pop-folk genre. Meet in the Middle is the latest project that finds Shan’s unique blend of storytelling with catchy melodies. Her manner of … Read more

Champyons, Cha Cha Cha Review

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Champyons have released their long-awaited debut album Cha Cha Cha. Inspired by the great collectives of the pop-art and early hip-hop era, Champyons combine electronic, R’n’B, and rock elements to form a combination of pop culture in sound. Their style has a heavy influence of 70s-informed instrumentation and modern production elements centered around singer Kptn’s … Read more

Alyson Murray, Breathe Review

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Hailing from Australia, vocalist and composer Alyson Murray has a wonderful warm round voice that has a nice mix of soul, funk, jazz, and R&B. Her singing style is energetic and captivating, at the young age of 16, Murray received an Outstanding Potential Award from the Australian Girls Choir (AGC). She was also selected to … Read more

Hayley Kiyoko, Expectations Review

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American singer and actress Hayley Kiyoko is set to release her major label debut album titled, Expectations. The first single and music video called “Sleepover” was released on March 2, 2017, which was directed by Kiyoko herself, via BuzzFeed. The album was produced by 4e, Nick Bailey and Jack & Coke and contains thirteen songs, … Read more

Joanna Wallfisch, Blood and Bone Review

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Joanna Wallfisch is a London born singer-song-writer that has crafted a unique sound that combines the lyrics and catchy melodies of pop and folk, with the more technical and colorful sounds of jazz. Wallfisch has a background in classical and jazz music, but chooses to focus on poetic lyricism set to pop/folk inspired rhythmic feels. … Read more

Lyndol Descant, All Love Review

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Pianist, composer, and singer Lyndol Descant has released her third album of original material titled, All Love. Descant’s musical style is a powerful mix of rock, jazz, and folk, all delivered with a clear warm vocal timber that is emotive. Descant is a lifelong mystic that has discovered the of power of music to bring … Read more

Calum Scott, Only Human Review

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Calum Scott has gained a lot of attention after his strong performance during the 2015 season of Britain’s Got Talent. Since that time, Scott has released a few singles over the last two years, but now after a long awaited time, Scott is releasing his debut album, Only Human. Scott’s voice sounds as great as … Read more

Kimbra, Primal Heart Review

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The New Zealand singer Kimbra is back with her third full-length record titled, Primal Heat. The album has twelve tracks and is produced by Kimbra and John Congleton. The album is representative of a more matured artist and songwriter and the music has influences from around the world, but always has a beat that makes … Read more

Elise LeGrow, Playing Chess Review

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Elise LeGrow is a Canadian vocalist and songwriter that was offered a publishing deal from Sony/ATV Music Publishing following her live performance at the 2009 NXNE music festival in Toronto. Her debut album is a full-length concept album of Chess Records covers titled, Playing Chess. Produced by Steve Greenberg, Michael Mangini and Betty Wright with … Read more

Rhye, Blood Review

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Rhye is back with a second album titled, Blood. The big difference is the departure of Robin Hannibal, making Mike Milosh the sole member. However, the result is still a combination of R&B and pop and delivered in a sexy soulful vocal style. The songwriting is first-rate, full of subtle parts and layers that pull … Read more