Nick Frey and the Sons of Thunder Open Wide in “Mississippi Mouth”
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Nick Frey and the Sons of Thunder is making a splash with their debut album “Mississippi Mouth”. Frederick, Maryland-born Frey grew up in a musical home, inspiring him to begin songwriting when he was a teenager. He performs with his New Orleans native wife and band The Sons of Thunder. […]
VENNA Reaches ‘Nirvana’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Canadian singer-songwriter VENNA finds inspiration in both contemporary pop and classical poetry. VENNA, also known as Shay Esposito, has been writing music since age 12. She released her first full-length album at just 16, “For Annie”, for which she became the youngest winner of the Rawlco Radio 10k/20 grant. She […]
Joe Downer: From Metal to Americana
Award-winning Americana artist and songwriter Joe Downer was born in the United Kingdom, but calls the DMV home. He moved to the States when he was young and settled in the DMV area, where he’s lived ever since. At 15, he got his first guitar and has not looked back since. Downer loves the area, and attributes a big piece of how his sound and self has developed to the DMV area and community, which he describes as “vibrant and supportive.” Learn more about Joe Downer’s inspiring story with contributing writer Jaci Jedrych, including his journey from rock and heavy metal to indie folk, how music helped him overcome dark seasons in his life, and why he believes music is the great healer.
Adam RC Feels Numb from “Novocaine”
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Inspired by 90s alternative rock, indie artist Adam RC’s latest release “Novocaine” is raw and powerful. A true DIY artist, Adam Richard Connito does it all: writing, performing, mixing, mastering, engineering, and creating visuals all from his spare bedroom in Boston, Massachusetts. His music “blends boom bap drum programming with […]
Doppe & Kokke Have a Dream
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych Feel the summer vibes with Doppe & Kokke’s newest track, “I Had A Dream”. Born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden, now based in Switzerland, the duo have over 25 projects under their belt and their repertoire is only growing. They are influenced by “Electronic music, Tropical House and music […]
John Dog Questions Authority with ‘London Falling’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych John Dog’s latest track, “London Falling”, released June 23, has a distinct political message. Hailing from Galway, Ireland, the one-time member of The Kathleens, a mid-90s indie four-piece, now has a flourishing solo career. His first solo project was an EP called The Waking Dream EP, “an atmospheric set of […]
Chester Doom Sheds Their “Masks” in Debut Album
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Chester Doom’s debut album “Masks” is grunge and angsty, yet musically sophisticated. Chester Doom describes themselves as “a group of diehard rockers from Canada’s East Coast, who feel that reports of rock & roll’s death have been greatly exaggerated.” Formed of rhythm guitarist Patrick Blackie, keyboardist Dave Mackenzie, lead guitarist […]
DJ O Show Brings Truth to Decolonization with “Status & Clarity”
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych After nearly 15 years in the DJ industry, DJ O Show dropped her debut track “Status & Clarity”,discussing important topics through a widely accessible medium- music. Orene Askew, professionally known as DJ O Show, has always brought energy, passion, andexpertise to the dace floor. Being Afro-Indigenous, a proud member […]
Vintz Desert Opens Up in “The Blue Journal”
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Softspoken, indie-folk singer Vintz Desert found his passion for music at an original time, during his service in the Marine Corps. Indie folk-singer/songwriter Desert is a Maryland-based artist. He fine tuned his craft during his time in the military, where he “discovered his voice and passion for telling stories and […]
Tom Tikka & The Missing Hubcaps Search for ‘The Holy Grail Of Truth’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych The latest track out of Tom Tikka & The Missing Hubcaps, “The Holy Grail Of Truth”, found its inspiration in a horror movie. Guitar became a passion for Tom Tikka at the age of six after hearing Paul Anka’s “Lonely Boy” in his father’s old Chevrolet. His songwriting journey began […]
