Vanessa Van Deusen’s new track Hey! (Are you a lot like me?) is a refreshing and upbeat addition to the electro-pop scene. With its hints of early 80s new wave and pop influences, the track is a perfect blend of old and new, reminiscent of Blondie’s sound.

Van Deusen, who hails from Pennsylvania, cites Queen, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift as her influences, and this is evident in the catchy and pop-infused beats of Hey! (Are you a lot like me?). The track is all about finding connection and relating to others, a theme that is very relevant in today’s society. CONTINUE READING

Anna Rose, the critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer based in Nashville, has recently released a stunning indie-rock ballad titled “Alameda.” The song, which is about the breakup of her marriage, features Rose’s emotive vocals and combines the styles of Fleetwood Mac and Sheryl Crow. The autobiographical track is about the fantasy of a tiny island off of San Francisco that Rose wanted to run away to during a difficult time in her life. “Alameda” serves as a taste of what listeners can expect from her forthcoming project, “Last Girl of the Rodeo,” which will be released single by single over the next year.

Composed of seven tracks totaling just under 23 minutes, “Last Girl of the Rodeo” is a highly personal concept record that showcases Rose’s songwriting and vocal prowess. The project explores a diverse sonic spectrum and features nuanced conceptual narratives. For this record, Rose worked with GRAMMY-nominated producer and engineer Paul Moak and refused to be limited by labels, managers, or conversations about what the single should be. The result is a refreshing and honest record that reflects Rose’s quest for integrity. CONTINUE READING

British singer-songwriter Jack Vallier makes a comeback with his latest single and music video “Insomnia,” released through Firefly Entertainment on March 10th. The emotional track, the first in a series of upcoming releases, speaks to Vallier’s struggle with sleeplessness and a broken heart following a deep relationship. Accompanied by finger-picked melodies and a dreamy soundscape of meditative harmonies, “Insomnia” marks a significant moment in Vallier’s career as he returns to the music scene after a period of being diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

The accompanying music video, directed by Oska Zaky, depicts the restless late-night thoughts of a breakup, leading to Vallier’s eventual acceptance and peaceful sleep. Vallier’s open and honest approach to pop music has gained him a loyal following, with over 40 million streams on Spotify and syncs on popular TV shows such as Grey’s Anatomy. CONTINUE READING

Today marks the release of “A Plan To Get Home,” the debut EP from rising London artist SOMOH. Produced by Joel Johnson, Mack Jamieson, and RISC, the collection of songs covers a range of topics that speak to the transitional stages of life, from childhood to early adulthood. With emotive lyrics and captivating melodies, the EP is a powerful exploration of love, friendship, growing up, self-image, family, and hardship.

SOMOH’s music draws from a diverse range of influences, including Indigo De Souza, Alex G, The Japanese House, Adrianne Lenker, and Far Caspian. This eclectic mix of influences is evident in the EP’s rich tapestry of sound, which seamlessly blends elements of indie rock, pop, and folk to create a sound that is uniquely her own.

Speaking about the EP and its title track, SOMOH explains, “The EP is named after the title track, which was written about a bad night out, where all I wanted was to get to the safety of my bedroom. That’s the place where all of these songs were written and where I’ll always be most comfortable to be myself in my writing.” CONTINUE READING

The Dan Gootner Band is a South Florida-based musical project spearheaded by Daniel Gootner himself. With an ever-changing lineup of musicians, the band’s music has been making waves in the local music scene, drawing influences from a wide range of genres from blues rock to folk and jam band.

Their latest release, “Better Off Dead,” is a rocker that explores the irony of fame and the manufactured image that often surrounds famous artists. The song tells a story of an artist coming to terms with the possibility that they are a puppet of the industry and their own irrelevance in the grand scheme of things.

The song’s influences from artists like Incubus and The Red Hot Chili Peppers are evident in its infectious melodies and instrumentals. But what really sets The Dan Gootner Band apart is their ability to seamlessly blend different genres, creating a sound that is uniquely their own. CONTINUE READING