Getting to Know DC’s Queen of Blues: Carly Harvey
It is always a pleasure to sit down and chat with artists who understand how to contextualize themselves, which was my experience with D.C.’s proclaimed Queen of the Blues, Carly Harvey. When I heard her talk about her musical upbringing, there was a clear, deep love and reverence for the cultural roots of all the genres that she has employed over the course of her career to date. As a representative of D.C.’s blues scene (and music scene in general), she recognizes that her music is not just about her as an artist in an isolated moment of time, but that she contributes to, and stands upon, a historical foundation that is rich with potential.
Transitions Abound: Lauren Calve Hinges on the Edge of Something New
When it comes to singer-songwriter, Lauren Calve, there is a calm, yet electric essence that feels ready for every and anything that comes her way. She has been singing throughout her life, but it wasn’t until her late 20’s that she found her niche within the sounds of Americana blues. Since finding her home base, her late-bloomer energy has spun a nice flow of momentum that has taken her far in a short amount of time.
While her early inspirations ran the gambit of singing women with raw, acrobatic voices like Mariah Carrey and Sheryl Crow, it was a CD of voice instructor Brett Manning (who famously coached Hayley Williams of Paramore)
Estella Dawn Shows Vulnerability and Softness in “Follow”
Recent Articles New Zealand born and San Diego-based singer songwriter, Estella Dawn, keeps things rolling with her 9th single of 2022 titled “Follow”. Taking things down a notch, she keeps things simple with a more delicate song that is heartfelt and reflective. https://youtu.be/3sHcAvLHzS4 Led by the warm tones of an acoustic guitar, Dawn’s voice pairs perfectly […]
Richard Öhrn Puts His Creative Range on Display with “SOUNDS IN ENGLISH”
Recent Articles Swedish singer-songwriter, Richard Öhrn (also the guitarist for indie pop band In Deed), cuts loose and digs into his debut solo record, SOUNDS IN ENGLISH. Proceeded by the focus tracks, “Love and Friendship” and “Take This Bottle”, it’s a lovely romp that creates a warm, comfortable feeling with its pop rock sensibilities. “Love […]
Sammi Lanzetta Continues Her Transformation with “Glass Slipper
Recent Articles Los Angeles-based indie rocker and pinball wizard, Sammi Lanzetta, is back with a heartfelt single “Glass Slipper” that showcases her fantastic vocal skills against a stop-and-go style composition that sways wildly between your typical rock/new wave set up and suspended moments of soft piano. For fans of the swelling dramatics of Florence Welch […]
Austin Fox 狐 Serves Up Experimental Vignettes in “SCORIAN VALLEY”
Recent Articles Rapper of the Shenandoah Valley, Austin Fox 狐, takes a big step forward with the release of his latest album SCORIAN VALLEY which he uses as a journey towards independence as an artist. Led by the focus track “Relatives” which shows Fox working on his own self-alignment, it’s an ambitious album that finds its […]
Dissociation and Flow Mostafa’s Music Video for “y.o.u”
More to Watch Independent rapper and emcee, Mostafa, takes an emotional journey in his latest music video for “y.o.u”. Having been a standby witness to a loved one’s mental deterioration, he recounts his experience and the feeling of helplessness as a friend gradually became a stranger. Taking a stoic approach, the opening shots see Mostafa […]
The Vultures Dream Big with “Escobar”
Recent Articles Indie rock band, The Vultures, venture into uncharted territory with the title track off their upcoming album Escobar. Built upon the classic trio formation of guitar, bass, and drums, they hold down the main drive of the song as the light vocals dance atop of them with a careless sense of abandon. With […]
Emarosa Finds a New Outlook on Life and Love in “Again”
Recent Articles Los Angeles-based alternative rock band, Emarosa, are gearing up for the release of their new album Sting with the fourth and final single “Again”. Tinged with retro 80’s influences and sleek modern production, it’s a song that instantly transports you to from mundane to party mode. Full of cascading synthesizers and a steady […]
Brody Price Makes Some Space to “Fall”
More to Watch Singer-songwriter, Brody Price is working towards being more comfortable in his own skin with his latest single “Fall” off the new album Win A Trip To Palm Springs!. The album takes many twists and turns, and with this specific song, he relaxes into an indie folk/country kind of sound with the ambience […]
