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Chicago’s Cult Baby rises through the desert winds on ‘Further Heights’

Posted on 3 April 2022

With a landscape-friendly new music video that takes your whole consciousness on a global journey, Cult Baby returns with a sensational story that will take your breath away on ‘Further Heights‘.

Zechariah Funkhouser aka Cult Baby is a Chicago, Illinois-born indie-pop singer-songwriter who uses all of his innovative nature on his cinematic tracks to truly swim deeply into.

“Further Heights is about an individual who hires a personal assistant to drive with them across the world in various cars, on one occasion this person even ships his favorite car to Switzerland.” ~ Cult Baby

Exposing us to something that is replenished with spectacular views and a mellow vocal ability that gets us in the mood to explore the world, Cult Baby shows us into his travel-laden mind that is thinking deeply about what the world has to offer after all this time locked up inside.

”Cult Baby uses his influences from jazz, blues, r&b, rock and pop to cultivate a dynamic sound of his own.” ~ Cult Baby

‘Further Heights‘ from Chicago, Illinois-born, Los Angeles, California-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Cult Baby, is the type of video that sends us into a whole new planet of intrigue. With a dreamy nature that has so many beautiful sceneries to truly be inspired by – this is a mellow track that will be perfect for a summer’s afternoon – when you are thinking about dusting off your lonely passport.

Listen in to this nostalgic track on YouTube and see more of the energy on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Trevour Amunga wonders who will be there to turn to on ‘Piece of Mind’ (feat. Josh Berkely)

Posted on 30 March 2022

Taken off his inspirational 7-track album that has helped his soul heal from all the recent sadness, Trevour Amunga shows us inside his healing feelings that are taking time to process that devastating loss on ‘Piece of Mind’ (feat. Josh Berkely).

Trevour Amunga is a Los Angeles, California-based Hip hop artist who makes that desire-filled combination of spark-filled class that sends you into a new stratosphere altogether.

”I lost my dad in November 2020, and working on this Ep was the only way I could cope. This is my reflection on my life, faith, grief and home.” ~ Trevour Amunga

After moving forward to a new mission that has him feeling like 2022 is going to be his year if he can find that new source of support, Trevour Amunga delights with a terrific new track that is baked in originality and cooking hot with a tender taste that will have you looking forward to the new possibilities which are ultimately endless.

‘Piece of Mind‘ (feat. Josh Berkely) from Los Angeles, California-based Hip hop artist Trevour Amunga, shows us into a talented musician’s eyes that is now ready for the next step. He sends us into a mesmerizing tunnel that is shaking with promise after a cold period, which almost cost him his sense of humour forever. With a click-the-fingers mood of optimism, this is a seriously impressive single that is for anyone who needs to be inspired again.

Listen up to this new track on Spotify and check out the IG channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Houston RnB artist Lacañgan is floating into her arms on ‘Cool’

Posted on 24 March 2022

As his optimistic heart swirls into a cheerful spin that has never been felt before in his whole life, Lacañgan just knows that this is his soulmate that makes him slow down and feel grateful for this sweet love on ‘Cool‘.

Lamar Lacañgan aka Lacañgan (pronounced La-Kon-Yawnis) is a California-born, Houston, Texas-based indie RnB/soul singer-songwriter, actor and producer.

”When you know it’s time to finally go all in and give it everything you got.” ~ Lacañgan

Directing us into a movie-like story that has been made with a calming ambience that helps us get away from the quick swipes and meaningless one-nighters, Lacañgan reminds us that discovering that key to your lock is such an important journey in this plastic world.

”Initially gaining recognition in the early 2000s as a signed act to Red Hill Records, Lacañgan was as part of the Christian group called Kindred 3.” ~ Lacañgan

‘Cool‘ from Houston, Texas-based indie RnB/soul singer-songwriter/actor/producer Lacañgan, is the kind of candle-lit track that will cause bodies to swoon and blush to form. This is the story all about giving thanks to that caring lover who has grabbed your heart so naturally, as you move away from the previous games and put your whole soul into what you have. Sung with a smooth attitude and an honest tone, this is a single that will have you dancing closely with someone who you really feel is the one.

Listen to this romantic new single on Soundcloud and see more via his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Ionia take our breaths away with their latest single ‘Eclipsed’ (feat. Brian Bath)

Posted on 22 March 2022

Taken off their recently-dropped 9-track album ‘In Layman’s Terms‘, Ionia returns with the time-shall-disappear new single that will have you totally hypnotised by such a beautiful creation on ‘Eclipsed‘ (feat. Brian Bath).

Ionia is a Los Angeles, California-founded prog-rock trio who started their dream sharing back in college when the idea to make music slowly formulated into reality.

”What started as strictly a Progressive Rock project has gone on to acquire a broader set of influences, with nods to artists such as Nick Drake, The Red House Painters, R.E.M. and Slowdive.” ~ Ionia

Sending us a stunning release that has you totally transfixed from start to finish, Ionia is on absolute fire with an excellent new single that captures the mood of the current world just right.

”Proudly an international band, Ionia continues to develop under one working motto, and that is to write the best songs they possibly can, whenever they can.” ~ Ionia

‘Eclipsed‘ (feat. Brian Bath) from Los Angeles, California-founder prog-rock trio Ionia is a stunning single that has been created with a caring aura that has you totally mesmerized by the quality buzzing in your ears. With a cinematic ambience that only soars higher and higher as the single opens before you, this is a single that will have rock fans frothing from their mouths at what has been created. Sometimes music takes you places you almost forget existed, with a powerful tone that has you the capability to help you move easily in between worlds as you wish.

Hear this new single on Spotify and check out the IG for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

California rockers The Guitar and Whiskey Club are back with their signature aplomb-greatness on ‘Does Your Dog Bite’

Posted on 21 March 2022

Saucing the airwaves with something that might remind you of yesteryear, The Guitar and Whiskey Club break down the door with so much style that the crowd cheers in cheeky delighted excitement on ‘Does Your Dog Bite‘.

The Guitar and Whiskey Club is an experienced Ventura, California-based indie hard rock band that was founded by Jeffrey Donovan and are known for their dynamic stage presence.

”The group has already supported some heavies on the scene, including LA Guns, Accept, Vince Neil, The Iron Maidens, Geoff Tate, Dokken and Jack Russell’s Great White.” ~ The Guitar and Whiskey Club

Delighting our ravenous souls with this memorable performance up there with the best of 2022, The Guitar and Whiskey Club shows us their timeless quality yet again with their gritty vocals and skin-splitting guitar skills that shall inspire you to turn up the volume until your eardrums shudder.

‘Does Your Dog Bite‘ from Ventura, California-based indie hard rock band The Guitar and Whiskey Club, has a definite classic feel to it from all corners of this high-powered release. This is the kind of track that will shake your eardrums just the way fans of this genre like it, as the melodies take you to a simpler time that was all about the music and not the follows. Surging through with fantastic delivery and packed full with that extra piece of brilliant that seems to be lacking in current day releases, this is a track to get your blood rushing just right.

Hear the riffs that memories are made of on Spotify and check out their Facebook page for tour dates.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Legendary Seattle folk artist Jim Page is at his best with the instant classic ‘Sleepin’ on a car seat’

Posted on 20 March 2022
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Taken off his 24th album called ‘About The Time Is Now‘, Jim Page shows us his incredibly inspiring experience from touring in 17 countries on his latest single about making do with what you have on ‘Sleepin’ on a car seat‘.

Jim Page is a highly-regarded and much-respected Seattle, USA-based indie folk singer-songwriter who is the type of rare prolific artist who has played so many gigs that his name is entrenched into the souls of music lovers wherever he travels.

”The core 3 players; Jim, Dune (bass), and Joel (drums); recorded ensemble, each in isolation. The other parts were added individually later. It had to be that way. The ideas came together during the summer of street uprisings and climate change fires, and you can hear some of that in the music.” ~ Jim Page

Jim Page is one of the most beloved musicians around and returns with another glorious soundtrack that should be lodged into our minds forever. This is the message about sleeping where you must – as you get to the next day – even if it’s not the most comfortable bed you will ever find. With witty lyrics and a smooth vocal ability, this is a really enlightening release made by a true underdog great.

‘Sleepin’ on a car seat‘ from Seattle-based, California-born indie-folk royalty Jim Page is the story about doing what you must to survive in this rather odd world. This is an artist who has travelled all over the world on his mission to get his music out to as many people as possible – while seeing places he probably would love to go back to – while others he will definitely avoid.

We are in the midst of a true storyteller who has blended in wherever he goes and should be admired for never giving up on doing what he truly loves. If you believe in yourself enough and are willing to do what it takes, the quest is always worth it in the end, even if your wallet might go missing sometimes.

Hear a true great at work on Soundcloud and find out more about his incredible life on his website.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

California Hip hop artist Fosho emerges from the past in inspiring fashion with ‘AMG’ (War Diamonds)

Posted on 19 March 2022

With a classy-cool ambience that has you in a refined mood to turn up the volume of this purely-made gem, Fosho sends the world a fitting tribute to his Grandma who taught him the right way to live no matter what happened in the past on ‘AMG‘ (War Diamonds).

Fosho is a Los Angeles, California-based indie Hip hop artist and music producer who makes the type of melodies that should have you nodding your head at the excellence on offer.

Sending us into a calmer world that has so many memories that have made you a better person and a guiding light for those who needs real heroes to believe in, Fosho drops a single that will have you feeling so reflective in your own journey and how you just want this love to be real. Being messed around isn’t in the picture as you feel rather ready while thinking back to that role model, who taught you the proper way to love and act.

‘AMG‘ (War Diamonds) from Los Angeles, California-based indie Hip hop artist/music producer Fosho, is a peaceful single that shines a light on those who use the excuses of yesteryear to take control of their perspectives. With an enlightened attitude that takes you into the world of a man who has found his path without the need to do things that morally would hurt him, this is a top-notch single that will have you in a ponder-filled mood. Life can be filled with treasured memories forever, as long as you don’t let what happened before take you down the road that only ends up in tears if you let it.

Check out this new visualizer on YouTube and find out more facts on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

California’s Kev Sound feels like he is being pushed around unfairly on ‘Mr. Irrelevant’

Posted on 10 March 2022

With a pumped up vibe that is full of punches and passionate vocals, Kev Sound smashes through all the self-doubts and gets his message across that he is tired of being pushed around by a psychotic liar on ‘Mr. Irrelevant‘.

Kevin Farrell aka Kev Sound is a California-based indie pop/rock solo singer-songwriter who is known as one of the best writers in the game and has taken his career to a new level recently music-wise.

”Kev Sound built a name in the music industry writing songs for popular acts such as Smashmouth.” ~ Kev Sound

Dusting off any negativity which was swarming his consciousness like being stung constantly by a greedy bee, Kev Sound shows the world his excellent vocal ability and is certainly going to change some lives with this dynamic effort made with top echelon status.

‘Mr. Irrelevant‘ from California-based indie pop/rock solo singer-songwriter Kev Sound, is one of those tracks that you just can’t help but admire. There is such an energic ambience which is rather special, as the visuals lead us into a story about a man who has grown tired of the push-downs from someone who he used to love. Rather than letting it bring him to the floor like in the past, we find a highly motivated soul who is making moves to make sure that he is completely happy and living his own life. When you find that inner motivation to live your own dreams rather than someone else’s, your whole perspective changes for the better.

Check out this music video on YouTube and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Boonie Mayfield shows us how to turn gratitude into a habit on the inspiring ‘Dream a Mile High’

Posted on 10 March 2022
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Unleashed from his latest 13-track album ‘BLACK FLOYD‘, Boonie Mayfield reminds us that the silly haters never mattered anyway on his new anthem to help us all reach those goals on ‘Dream a Mile High‘.

Boonie Mayfield aka Boon Doc is a multi-skilled Los Angeles, California-based multi-genre artist, music producer, multi-instrumentalist, filmmaker, composer and actor.

”Balancing his career as an independent artist and entrepreneur, Boonie now currently lends his extensive knowledge and experience as a Music Production Career Advisor at a large private college in Los Angeles.” ~ Boonie Mayfield

Bringing us something to really remember and to show to all the youth out there who are worried about what tomorrow will bring, Boonie Mayfield leads the way on how we need to be thinking in this strange world that can hide your vibe away and turn you into a shadow of yourself if you let it consume you.

”His early years of sample-heavy hip-hop later progressed to learning multiple instruments and finding his own genre-bending sound. Boonie’s extensive catalogue consists of many styles including hip-hop, funk, soul, electronic, psychedelic rock, blues, jazz, pop, cinema and comedy.” ~ Boonie Mayfield

‘Dream a Mile High‘ from Los Angeles, California-based indie artist, music producer and actor Boonie Mayfield, is a story that should take your mind away from the self-doubts which can swamp your sanity into a dusty hole and take away your shine. This is the track we all need to hear this year, as the excellence pursued in this message is such an elevated moment that should be heard far and wide.

Listen in to this new single on Bandcamp and check out more moves on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Joyeur clarifies that she isn’t interested in the repetitive 21 questions with ‘Don’t Wanna T’

Posted on 5 March 2022

With the skilled assistance of her longtime production collaborator Anna Feller, Joyeur shows her lover that she is comfortable with just eye contact that is away from that needless chatter that can drown your vital emotions into the bath on ‘Don’t Wanna T‘.

Joelle Corey aka Joyeur (Jo for short) is a Los Angeles, California-based indie alternative-RnB solo artist who makes a catchy blend of speaker-soothing music.

”Anna and I made this song in my studio apartment under the Hollywood sign. I was frustrated with and exhausted by someone who had to discuss every morsel of information entering and exiting their mind. I desperately wanted them to be in the present with me, but they could only analyze the future or dissect the past. I didn’t know it at the time, but this was me processing the beginning of the end of that relationship.” ~ Joyeur

Sizzling so superbly with her riveting vocals and introspective lyrics that certainly catches your attention and changes your perspective, Joyeur is on top form with a breathtaking display – that seems to capture your thoughts – and show you that keeping things simple and natural is actually the way forward after all.

‘Don’t Wanna T‘ from Los Angeles, California-based indie alternative-RnB solo artist Joyeur is an important story all about showing that you aren’t keen on apologies or hearing about that past. This is the look-for-the-future single we all needed to hear, to lead us away from the pesky noise and into that self-enlightened movement that will change your whole soul into a better place. Struck with a beat so potent you might need a cold shower, this is a splendid single that shall shake your mind alive with ideas on how to make those important relationships work as they should.

Listen in to this new single on Soundcloud and see more via her IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen