Reviews – Page 198

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Black Dawn – ‘Steppers Party BD Slide’

September 30, 2021

‘Steppers Party BD Slide’ is an easy listen with a catchy hook, and the focus for the video is a group of people performing a fun dance routine, that is bound to become a viral sensation.

Jim Waneka – ‘A Different Man’

September 30, 2021

Jim Waneka, born and raised in small town Colorado, is rooted in the soil he grew up in, and his songs reflect this, as he writes about and channels the spirits of those he knows. In ‘A Different Man’, he sings about a solider whose life was turned upside down by his time in combat abroad. Waneka artfully conveys the veteran’s deep seated scars – not just the physical, but the psychological ones too.

PINDER – ‘Same Mistake’

September 29, 2021

Same Mistake’ is an intense and rich song from start to finish. It begins strong with an intense whirlwind of wood and string instruments that continue to bellow into the rest of the song, but just as quickly as they started, they’re suddenly washed away and what’s left is PINDER’s stunning voice, surrounded by the most charming, cinematic piano run.

BarDaStar – ‘Wishing on a Star’

September 29, 2021

In the opening line of BarDaStar’s latest track, ‘Wishing On A Star’, he asks a question. “There’s two types of people on this earth. Those who talk about things that happen, those that make things happen. Which one are you?”. He makes it clear that he’s one to walk the walk as well as talk the talk.

Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors – ‘Family’

September 29, 2021

Drew Holcomb is the tirelessly enthusiastic creator and organiser of the Moon River Music Festival, and this year took centre stage, with his band, The Neighbors. After a year off, like most events, the Festival went into full throttle back on the weekend of 11 and 12 September.

Lila Blue – ‘Simple Song’

September 29, 2021

On the final verse of her latest single, ‘Simple Song’, New York indie-folk singer songwriter sings, “I hope you’ll find me worth coming back to”. It’s a straightforward sentiment but her performance is anything but simple. While on the one hand Lila Blue sounds coy and alluring, at the same time she reveals her anxiety in her voice.

Jarv Dee x Bad Colours – ‘Clouds’ feat. Shabazz Palaces

September 29, 2021

Jarv Dee has mastered the fusion of hip-hop lyricism with the ethereal soundscape of house music, and stands out by consistently experimenting and curating new ways to take the mainstream to the next level. In his upcoming EP, ‘BlakHouse’, which sees him collaborate with Bad Colours, Jarv Dee explores this experimental, alternative side of his artistry.

Chris Mardini – ‘I’ll Try’

September 29, 2021

Still only 19 years old, Chris Mardini is already a master of his craft, and brings to the party complex, self-reflective music that proves age has nothing to do with raw talent.

Ben E. Davis – ‘Lonely Without You’

September 29, 2021

‘Lonely Without You’ is infectious, yet relatable. Ben E. Davis wrote it while was still feeling pain and anguish after a break up, as well as the pandemic making him realise how huge an idea true loneliness is.

Mr. Reaper- ‘Thru The Dark’

September 29, 2021

Mr. Reaper’s latest project, ‘Light vs. Dark’, is a seven-track album that sees him touch on themes such as deception, uncertainty, self-improvement, living in the moment and sticking to your dreams.

Joses feat. Kathy Brown & TAZ – ‘Don’t Turn Off The Lights’ And ‘Peanut Butter’

September 29, 2021

Watch two of DJ Joses’ videos. First off, ‘Don’t Turn Off The Lights’, features Kathy Brown and TAZ, and is a fun animated clip, using solid colours. The song will get you up out of your chair and onto the dance floor, without you even realising your feet have been moving.

Milky Chance – ‘Colorado’

September 29, 2021

Milky Chance’s latest single, ‘Colorado’, is cool, exquisitely balanced, and extraordinarily timely. It’s electronic but never clinical, optimistic but never doe-eyed, wry, smart, and humorous, impeccably performed, and instantly memorable.

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Black Dawn – ‘Steppers Party BD Slide’

Jim Waneka – ‘A Different Man’

PINDER – ‘Same Mistake’

BarDaStar – ‘Wishing on a Star’

Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors – ‘Family’

Lila Blue – ‘Simple Song’

Jarv Dee x Bad Colours – ‘Clouds’ feat. Shabazz Palaces

Chris Mardini – ‘I’ll Try’

Ben E. Davis – ‘Lonely Without You’

Mr. Reaper- ‘Thru The Dark’

Joses feat. Kathy Brown & TAZ – ‘Don’t Turn Off The Lights’ And ‘Peanut Butter’

Milky Chance – ‘Colorado’