Sarah Bernstein has risen to new heights with single “Loser of the Year.” A departure from previous works, Bernstein meticulously crafted a composition that authentically captures the essence of early 2000s angsty pop-rock, drawing inspiration from iconic influences such as Fall Out Boy and the Freaky Friday (2003) soundtrack. The song has been aptly described […]
Interview with Brea Fournier & the Dream Ballet – Manic Pixie Dream Girl!
Brea Fournier & the Dream Ballet’s album Manic Pixie Dream Girl! album boldly challenges and redefines the stereotypical portrayal of its titular character, delving into the struggles of self-perception and societal expectations and infusing a feminist perspective into their pop-punk sound. Through a dynamic exploration of the character’s inner monologue, the music captures her journey […]
Interview with Continental Lovers – Wedding Song
In this interview spotlight, I chat with Continental Lovers about their latest music, dream collabs, motivations and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Wedding Song by Continental Lovers Are you able to choose a favorite song of all time? Or would you label this an impossible task? If yes, what’s the song? […]
Interview with Nell Davies – Everything and Nothing
Nell Davies is an indie singer, songwriter and guitarist, based in rural west Cornwall. Her music is inspired by acts including the Buzzcocks, Helen Love and Sleater-Kinney, while her lyrics combine bittersweet humour with melancholy and disarming honesty. Nell began making music in 2020, when reading Viv Albertine’s autobiography inspired her to buy a guitar […]
Interview with Carissa Johnson – Tourist
Carissa Johnson has released her latest music video, “Tourist,” off her latest E.P. Blue Hour. The music video, a collaboration with Jampson Films, features Carissa in her apartment, experiencing day-to-day tasks as a tourist in her own home. Reflecting on her experiences during quarantine, the music video uses humor to cope with feelings of isolation. […]
Merit Maker Unleashes Uplifting, Hard Rockin’, Melodically Rich, Punk Infused Album – Judgement Calls Now Available!
Merit Maker is the solo project of creative mind and Philly native Joe Stanton who typically focuses on vocals and bass. To round out this punk infused album, Joe recruited the help of guitarist and vocalist Joe Venango and drummer Alex DiPasquale. This trio delivers an energetic, catchy, uplifting, melodically memorable collection of 10 songs […]
Interview with On The Tip Of Your Tongue – I Hate Everything
On The Tip Of Your Tongue’s music consists of raw lyrics and exuberant instrumentals feeling similar to that of Mom Jeans, The Front Bottoms, and Modern Baseball. The lead vocalist, Matteo Rosa does the bulk of the songwriting for the group. Rosa has a love of writing poetry and as a songwriter, has the intention […]
All Dawgs Go To Heaven, Rock Out With Memphis’ Fingertrick on New Single
Memphis based rockers Fingertrick have delivered an energetic, highly infectious single titled All Dawgs Go To Heaven. For more great punk-infused, hard rockin’, guitar soaring jams, be sure to check out the band’s album If Requiems Were Record Deals. With memorable hooks, contagious melodies, electric-guitar driven walls of sound, a heavy dose of punk attitude […]
Interview with Black It Out – Resurgence
Black It Out (also known as BIO) is a post-hardcore band based in California. The band formed in 2005 originally under the name Scarlet’s Sonata. The band has gone through several lineup changes, but the members include: Bryan Underwood (vocals, guitar) and Shaun Zizi (vocals, bass, guitar). In this interview spotlight, I chat with Black […]
Local Spotlight: Interview with Dad Hats – The Second Longest Driveway in Indiana
Dad Hats is Tyler Coleman, Joe Halberstadt, Nathan Sorg and Craig Turner from Nashville, Tennessee. Dad Hats flirts with the 90s, makes out with indie rock, and is married to catchy hooks. Dad Hats sets themselves apart in the Nashville music scene with nonstop, high energy live shows. In October 2018, Dad Hats released their […]