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Waited for the summer: Lee Smythe reminisces on the days he felt alive on ‘When I Was Young’

Posted on 13 March 2021

The prequel to his latest 6-track gem ‘King Of Cups EP, Lee Smythe carefully dusts off the family picture book to show us what it was like ‘When I Was Young‘.

Lee Smythe is a genuine Los Angeles, California-born, Boston in Massachusetts-based indie-folk songwriter, who sings with that authentic old school feel that gives off that classic style, so rare and highly welcome in this plastic-filled world.

With his classy hat, clean suit and smoothly clipped beard looking fresh for action, he slides in the side door with a grin and a toasty performance, that has your whole body warm in delightful comfort.

This is the story of remembering when you were innocent back in the day and had that extra zest for life as a young kid should, going to the beach and recalling those crazy stories with friends, when you did dumb things but it made you wiser. The days are going faster now and you feel like you should probably get back to that part in your life and go on adventures that might scare you, but will get the blood flowing and inspire you again.

His voice is a good time on the curious ears, as he takes you back to those fun days through a vocal delivery that is strong and so pleasurable for all your senses, his terrific guitar style only makes this a memorable experience.

‘When I Was Young‘ from Boston’s Lee Smythe, is that classic track that will remain timeless, the efficient manner he portrays has you smiling and remembering the good old days with friends you haven’t seen for too long.

Stream this quality single on Spotify and follow his life on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Be your own trendsetter: Riah Dawn shows such grace on sipping ‘The Tea’ of self-love and possibilities

Posted on 20 February 2021

Riah Dawn flourishes like a shining star that dispels all self-doubt away like a true angel does, on the breathtaking single ‘The Tea‘.

Boston, Massachusetts-born multi-talented R&B/Soul singer-songwriter, violinist, cellist, drummer and pianist Riah Dawn, makes that rare real music about her life growing up as an adopted child, finding her identity and figuring out what she really is passionate about. After this recent self-discovery, she has decided that speaking about her story and fusing her poetry into art, is the best way to inspire others to love themselves and to follow their hopes and passions to the fullest. This is indeed a role model musician to appreciate and to listen to her intently.

We are let into this fascinating R&B-fused story by a singer with a truly stunning voice, who has learnt that you need to work with what you are given in life and to not worry about what you don’t have. You are a special person inside and out, with so much value and the future possibilities are endless, if you love that person in the mirror, while being self-aware and staying open-minded.

‘The Tea‘ from the soulful multi-skilled Boston native Riah Dawn, is the type of song you feel compelled to listen to again and again, as she has such a pure voice that helps you to unwrapped any self-doubt and throw it away. Opening yourself up to new and exciting possibilities is the only way to truly grow and to follow those goals and dreams you have deep inside you. This is the type of artist that shows you where the key is, as she has been there and knows what it feels like.

Unlocking that happy side of you is possible, if you believe in yourself enough and want to walk through into the sunlight.

Hear this wonderful song on her Spotify and learn more about the lovable Riah on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Feelin’ real hot right now: Weapon flame their music to the world on ‘Fire’

Posted on 16 February 2021

Taken off their latest hot 5-track EP called ‘Winterlude‘, Weapon bring the ‘Fire‘ and keep on cookin’ during these dark and gloomy days, to rise up and keep us all in the right zone.

Weapon are a riveting rap duo based outta Boston in Massachusetts, USA and feature former hoopers Tyshawn aka Fantasy plus Darren aka DFizz45. Together as one formidable team, they make that street-hop real story-filled melodic hip-hop that makes you feel good, so you can get through the day and feel alive.

With a smooth flow, these two talented rappers leave no doubt about their emotions right now. They are both feeling like this is their time to give back to the music world that has given them so much. They give us a top performance that shows their incredible lyrical ability, over a sumptuously tasty beat for the ages.

‘Fire‘ from Boston rap duo Weapon, is a look into the lives of two emcee’s who are feeling good right now and want to share it with the world. They rap with effortless abandon and show that things can be happy with clear skies in this dark and gloomy world.

When you feeling good, spreading this positive vibe is a much-needed element to inspire others to reach their goals. With so much negative energy around, this is the reason why music was invented in the first place. Assisting others when they are low, so they can aim high again and get those three points every time.

Hear this toasty gem on Spotify and see their rise to the top on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The kitchen got too hot: Jesenia shows undeniable greatness with story about vanishing ex on ‘Do Me Like That’

Posted on 4 February 2021

Jesenia drifts through the distant memory of a former lover that made the wrong decision via her spectacularly hot new single called ‘Do Me Like That’.

Jesenia is a Boston, Massachusetts-based R&B/Hip Hop singer-songwriter/emcee who is an artist you need to know about. She projects sultry soundscapes into the sunset-lit sky and makes you feel like you are floating with her- on a calming cloud of love and grace.

This is the vividly descriptive story of how her ex made her feel lathered in open-popping moments and things were going well, when all of a sudden they folded on her like a pack of cards. She sings about shining throughout the pain and moving on, while also remembering how she helped him so much,

When the time came to help her when she needed it most, they sprinted out the door like Usain Bolt. This is the true test of a thriving relationship and to see who is your rock and who is not.

Her dynamic voice is so smoothly delivered and the aura she brings in her mic appears very authentic. This is a strong woman who has been through so much growing up and has seen dysfunction right before her young eyes. She seeks to uplift the sad with music that wets your ears, so it can ease your pain tenderly-even for a few minutes during these tough times.

After finding much success on TikTok recently, the new-found fame hasn’t gone to her head and you can feel the humble nature of a motivated woman that wants to reach the top and do it the right way.

Her intoxicating energy makes you smile and even though the subject matter is sad, you feel like you have just heard a special talent who’s voice transcends into your curious speakers and you feel a warm glow inside your happy bones.

‘Do Me Like That’ is one of the best songs out there at the moment and Jesenia is here to stay for a while. She shows so much class throughout and doesn’t need to show any ass to reach her goals.

Hear this fast-rising voice of a genuine goddess on YouTube and see how she flourishes with that extra inner self-belief on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Collaboration extraordinaire: Boston’s Falls So Fast drops excellent new indie-rock single ‘Here’s To’

Posted on 22 January 2021

Falls So Fast are back with a deep new indie-rock single that will have you thinking about life’s journey on ‘Here’s To‘.

A Boston-based collaboration between Electric Treehouse Studios owner/guitarist/mix and sound engineer Alec Francesconi and singer/guitarist Todd Stephany,

Taken off their latest seven-track album ‘Pace‘, this is the story and memory of celebrating the journey of life and remembering those that are not with us now. The passionate vocals transform your mood and helps you remember those memories that stick out and have molded you into who you are today.

Falls So Fast like to take their songs and work with trusted artists in their area, to create a fusion of various influences to make songs that are authentic and easy on the ear. With a genuine style like this, these are the kind of rare musicians that make it worthwhile to support, as they have the right attitude and hunger for that pure music that is often lacking these days.

‘Here’s To‘ from Boston’s Falls So Fast is the type of song that you turn on to remember those amazing memories as you pour one out to those lost and thinking about those you don’t see anymore, whether they have moved or have changed.

Life is a long and winding trail that can bite you sometimes but can also fill you with moments that make you smile and laugh, as you have a cold one and take your time, to keep the important memories fresh forever.

Stream this wonderful creation on YouTube and see more on their Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Helping people survive and playing music to heal: Boston’s The Fever Breakers show inspiring compassion on ‘The Human In Me’

Posted on 17 December 2020

Hospital employees want to do more to help out and decide to form a band with exceptional results. This is a rare moment that inspires so many though this wild pandemic and Boston’s The Fever Breakers are top quality on new single ‘The Human In Me‘.

”We are a Band made up of racially and socio-politically diverse hospital employees and craft our socially themed songs in the basement of a Boston based hospital using a piano used for cancer patient music therapy.”- The Fever Breakers

When you can think outside the box like this, good times are on the horizon for their listeners. This is a Trans-Atlantic collaboration with the legendary Stu Epps and the classy effort is a pleasure to hear and I feel so relaxed here, the stunning sounds cools down the heated soul that has seen way to many flames for one lifetime.

The splendid piano drifts through the open window that is for fresh air but is now for fantastic tunes to heal. The vocals shine through and adds a sunset kind of vibe here. This is a story to help us smile and move our bodies again, putting extra energy into the blood flow without needing CPR.

We all want to live again and be free from this horrific pandemic that has changed and bent the world upside down. Through music we can heal and Boston’s The Fever Breakers put their work duties and passion to play music together to unite us all together and make the world a better place on ‘The Human In Me‘.

View the video here and see how they balance life on FB.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Fire Jane – Blind: Unapologetically Empowered EDM Pop

Posted on 25 November 2020

“Blind” is the intensely euphoric latest EDM Pop single from up and coming Boston-based duo Fire Jane. It finds the perfect balance between emotion and energy by running through as an undeniable testament of the artist’s ability to not only create a radio-ready earworm but to create an infectious drop which will leave you psyched every time you hit play.

Blind feels like an almost serendipitously timely release, when the world is sitting in their respective anger or apathy, Fire Jane is reminding us what visceral emotion feels like. The unapologetically empowered edge to the harmonically succinct vocals is something that I’ll never forget.

You can check out Blind by heading over to Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Fast-rising Massachusetts band RoseR rock in with the truthfully awesome ‘Nice, Guy’

Posted on 12 November 2020

Fast-rising Massachusetts band RoseR rock in with the truthfully awesome ‘Nice, Guy‘ and this fantastic 5 piece act are back with a supremely memorable new single. This is for all those nice guys out there that are going for the wrong girl.

Lowell, Massachusetts is the home of this fiery band with an indie rock sound that is such a nice massage to the ears and has a vibe that is so fascinating. With lusty vocals that is backed up with a funky bass-line and lyrics that get to the message right away without fuss. You can feel the jazz, blues, and grunge influences here and this is a treat.

This is the story about how a nice guy can fall for the wrong girl. They are perfect for each other and there are so many laughs. The problem is that he loves her so much and she sees him as a friend. They flirt and joke around but deep inside she doesn’t realize that this is a guy that will care for her so much and be loyal. She doesn’t see it and he will be chasing this love for years and his heart will be broken unfortunately.

‘Nice, Guy‘ from the excellent Massachusetts band RoseR is a thunderous single that shows us their quality yet again. They show their experience and creativity to the max here and this is one of the most promising indie rock tunes you will hear in 2020.

Head through to the Spotify page.

Click here for the Facebook link.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Retro House Carousel drop the lock and smash in with the busty ‘Closure’

Posted on 29 October 2020

Retro House Carousel drop the lock and smash in with the busty ‘Closure‘ that sends waves through the music scene.

Born and raised in Manhattan, and now residing in Boston, Retro House Carousel has been building up his experimental sounds that are all grounded nicely in a crazy storm of rock, electric, and rap genres. All bundled into one, this is a mixture that will raise the temperature.

With a funky beat, we are now in a smokey basement while listening to this fresh new song. You are on a mission for closure but something is holding back, you feel left for dead but things will change. You just need to turn a few right corners and you will be okay. This is the life that is in front of you right now and the trail can be dusty.

‘Closure‘ from Retro House Carousel is a fantastic new single that draws you in, you can’t help but appreciate the technical elements here. This is one to turn up real loud.

Click here for the Spotify link.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Alt Pop singer Bex blazes in with ”Secondhand Smoke”

Posted on 18 September 2020

Bex is a Boston-based writer & singer-songwriter with influences from pop-rock, blues and also some neo-soul. She is back with her new song called ”Secondhand Smoke” that was released today.

What ever you breath in you need to believe it. Bex is no quitter and she has the Bonny & Clyde kind of love with this fantastic new pop track. Her vocals are wonderfully pure on this new song and I love the catchy lyrics. The vibe is fab throughout and Bex shows her smooth style.

”Secondhand Smoke” from the Massachusetts local is perfect for those long road trips or to get you excited for the day. Without having a sneaky ciggie of course.  This is a simple song that catches the ear and this is a musician to watch. Her voice is so natural and she is poised to fully breakout soon.

Stream this song right here on Spotify.

Click here for the Insta channel to learn more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen