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Afraid to Show: Collective Unconscious makes that worrying deal on the much-awaited comeback release The Devil

Posted on 1 September 2022

After what seems like an absolute lifetime, Collective Unconscious returns after twelve long years away with a startling release from his hot-off-the-press-new-10-track-album Air with a bone-rattling track, The Devil.

Formed by Matt Boisvert (The Equation). Collective Unconscious is an Edmonton, Albert, Canada-based indie alternative solo music project that started back in 2009.

”A departure from the folk and singer/songwriter style of the first two albums , Air is an audio tribute to the grunge, alt rock and Canadiana of Matt’s formative years.” ~ Matt Boisvert describing the new sound on his much-awaited new project

Showing us his bold quality in all areas of creativity, Collective Unconscious dances through the wicked maze that can strike any human down who is in the wrong time and place. Rocking our fragile minds off the wall with a thunderous display that will scare away the wild cat’s next door, this is a serious single made with such conviction and towering force.

The Devil from the Canadian alternative solo act, Collective Unconscious, shows us that claw-licking hunger that can get you tasting that pot of gold that is laced with dangerous toxins which could destroy all your innocence forever. Showing us something real and ear-shaking, to give us a heart-stopping experience which might make many turn up rather loud.

Hear this fiery new song on Spotify and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Feel Like A King: IVAN loves the good girl fused with the bad girl energy on Just Like That

Posted on 30 August 2022

Sensing that this current blossoming liaison is so surreal beyond comprehension, IVAN is in awe of someone so incredible that his heart is popping with excitement on Just Like That.

IVAN is a Mississauga, Canada-based indie pop singer-songwriter who has a scintillating vocal output that might cause many to beam in delight like you have just kissed your childhood crush.

”Ivan recognized the magic of songwriting, and the ability to relay his thoughts through song; which further encouraged him to pursue a career in music.” ~ IVAN

A calming breeze of hope is on the horizon when you turn up IVAN. His supremely likeable vocal arsenal is a blessing to behold, as he takes us all on a journey that is almost cinematic. Describing his affection for a lover who has changed his life, this is a rather inspiring story for anyone who has felt rather lonely lately.

Just Like That from Mississauga, Canada-based indie pop singer-songwriter IVAN is a dynamic soundtrack for anyone who wants to feel that spark of desire again. With an exceptional melody and vivid lyrics that are totally honest and to the point, this is an anthem for your heart to be healed again.

An atmospheric ray of sunshine is transported rather skillfully here, that will urge the singles amongst us to believe that love can be obtained if you believe it exists.

Turn this up on Spotify and seek more news by going on the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

He Come Collect: Farah Sakhi calls out the games on her Queen-like anthem Pretty Gang

Posted on 6 August 2022

Showing us a smart mentality that is all about self-care and looking after her valuable soul, Farah Sakhi is in monumentally inspiring form through her latest single to sizzle just right called Pretty Gang.

Farah Sakhi is a Karachi, Pakistan-born, Canada-based indie RnB solo singer-songwriter who is greatly inspired by real-life scenarios.

”Inspired by music that evokes strong reactions, Farah Sakhi’s personal journey began as a way to communicate her own nuanced feelings through music with the intention of capturing them in time.” ~ Farah Sakhi

Sung with potent precision and showing why she is so highly regarded in the underground, Farah Sakhi shines so brightly and brings forth a dynamic performance up there with the best of 2022. Telling us she has no time for those who wish to waste it, we are in the wraps of a sassy artist who certainly knows what she wants. Her tone is rather mysterious yet impressive, fluttering your heart and taking you into her fascinating world.

”Sharing the mental processes that brought her closer to her own journey of self-love, self-care and independence.” ~ Farah Sakhi

Pretty Gang from Canada-based indie RnB solo singer-songwriter Farah Sakhi is a real anthem for anyone who hates being ghosted. Showing us the correct mentality to lead one far from any heartbreak, she sings with such eloquent strength and should assist many in breaking away from half-hearted relationship destruction.

Hear this new single on Spotify and check out her flourishing IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Bryan James Duffy wonders why the world couldn’t make this sweet human happy with ‘The Most Beautiful Suicide’

Posted on 28 July 2022

Going forward to the Neverland that is waiting for this kind heart who has decided that the time is now to end it all, Bryan James Duffy sings with tremendous love and care on this heart-stopping new single named ‘The Most Beautiful Suicide‘.

Bryan James Duffy is a Las Vegas, Nevada-based, Ontario, Canada-born indie singer-songwriter who meshes in tasty snacks filled with Americana, blues and folk packed inside to nibble on.

”I love all facets of musicality. I don’t vocally sound like anybody other than myself. I’ve been a huge fan of guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Frank Zappa, Dereck Trucks and Johnny Winter.” ~ Bryan James Duffy

Gliding up in the clouds like an authentic hero amongst us, Bryan James Duffy performs with that classy style you can’t help but appreciate. The lyrics are deep and the tone totally honest, showing us deeply inside this all-too-common story that has, sadly, broken the hearts of way too many innocent humans.

”I try my best to learn from that pool of incredible musicians in all attempts at perfecting my own sound. I’m still a student and always will be.” ~ Bryan James Duffy

‘The Most Beautiful Suicide‘ from Las Vegas, Nevada-based, Ontario Canada-born indie singer-songwriter Bryan James Duffy is a vocally excellent single that is packed with an important subject that many choose to brush under the carpet. Showing us inside this sad picture that unfortunately ended so tragically, this is a splendid single to make you think quickly about those who you should reach out to. Right now.

Listen up to this new single on YouTube and see more on his Facebook page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Felix Kay moves on forever from the distant connection with powerful EDM release, ‘Surrender’

Posted on 19 July 2022

Using his financial skills to the max in every facet comprehendible, Felix Kay has dropped a surefire banger that shall slap the sense right back into your face again on ‘Surrender‘.

Felix Kay is a Vancouver, Canada-based indie electronic artist, film producer and writer who just seems to improve after each track.

”As a ghostwriter, Felix has helped edit, update and contribute to many manuscripts, teleplays, and screenplays. He has also helped with other early stages of movie and television development.” ~ as per the article on airplaydirect.com

Slicing the tires without even trying that hard, Felix Kay is in heavy form with a thunderbolt of electricity that might shock your senses awake.

‘Surrender‘ from Vancouver, Canada-based indie electronic artist, film producer Felix Kay, is a booming experience for anyone who needs a fresh start. After certainly feeling the harrowing climates lately that have burnt a massive gap between two former close companions, this is a striking song for us all.

Packed with a seriously stomping beat, this is a track made with monumental proportions that make force you to rethink everything. Life is all about being happy about the humans you connect with.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more vibes on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Emilia breathes new life into the world just when we needed it most on ‘Paradise’

Posted on 17 July 2022

With her teasingly much-anticipated full album out for release later on this year, the sultry, polished and sweetly natural sounds of Emilia, drifts us into a love inspired wave which might send your imagination into a peaceful dream in ‘Paradise‘.

Emilia is a Toronto, Canada-born indie-pop/RnB singer-songwriter who is a graduate of Berklee College of Music and seems to flow so beautifully into every creation.

”It talks about the exciting beginning feelings of falling in love and wanting to enjoy that time with your person.” ~ Emilia

Showing much enticing progression from her debut release in 2020, called ‘Almost There‘, Emilia graces us with possibly the hypnotic summer lover track of 2022 so far. ‘Paradise‘ is a tasty sip back into that perfect time you get excited about. When nothing else was around. You were in the moment and it felt like you were under the spell of someone so ridiculously enchanting.

‘Paradise‘ from Toronto, Canada-born indie-pop/RnB singer-songwriter Emilia might have you smiling softly to yourself as you feel the wonderful glow of a newbie relationship. That early stimulating part which feels like it will last forever, as your heart stops for a few seconds and you say things you wouldn’t ever reveal about yourself with anyone else in the world.

True love is when you just know, right?

Witness this beautiful release Spotify and see more about this angelic soul on her IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Yvngchxppa shows us inside the struggle to encounter stability in loving relationships on ‘Carmen’s Keep’

Posted on 5 July 2022

Lifting the lit on that constant game to stay real with yourself when you look into the mirror within the fake walls of this highly superficial society, Yvngchxppa strolls through the wild world that can have even the most calm human feeling rather anxious inside ‘Carmen’s Keep‘.

Yvngchxppa is a Nigerian-born, Toronto, Canada-based indie Hip hop artist and music producer who has been recognized for his frequent collaborations with quality emerging artists.

”His recent collaborative album with fellow Toronto artist Badmanbead, Under Surveillance, has been burning up the streets since its early 2021 release.” ~ Yvngchxppa

Bringing us a catchy new track loaded with true life stories that many of us can learn from, Yvngchxppa is at his insightful best with a superb display that shall revive the truth inside us all.

”If love is a drug, I’m an addict.” ~ Yvngchxppa

‘Carmen’s Keep‘ from Nigerian-born, Toronto, Canada-based indie Hip hop artist and music producer Yvngchxppa is an honest single that shall reflect the mood of many in this consumer-centric system. With our minds too busy and so much counterfeit noise bellowing out from the speakers when they should be calm, this is a reminder that we need to find the right connection. If not, the torrid turbulence might drown our precious soul out from fulfilling our goals and desires.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see his movements on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Vancouver rock band Moving City returns with a road trip single to remember, ‘Can I Go and See My Lady?’

Posted on 23 June 2022

With the 3rd single off their upcoming full album ‘Nightflash‘, Moving City asks us the magic question that is met with a groovy laid-back vibe that has you nodding your head in an unflappable manner with, ‘Can I Go and See My Lady?‘

Moving City is a Vancouver, Canada-based indie-rock 5-piece band who has a sensational sprinkle of folky pop-infused inside and brings their 70s inspired sound to the fore.

Elevating us into a spectacular sunrise that has you taking a deep breath as your body moves to the quality rhythm presented, Moving City shows us their indisputable polish with a glow-filled performance that will have you sensing that you have heard a highly memorable single.

‘Can I Go and See My Lady?‘ from the prolific Vancouver, Canada-based indie-rock 5-piece band Moving City is a terrific release from a tight band who just makes glorious music to put on your favourite playlist. They have a likeable mellow style that has you feeling like you are in a nostalgic dream of being closer to your ideal lover.

Sung with a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere attached, this is a track that shall take you into a mood of true contemplation.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Shared Image urges us to buckle up and get ready on ‘Along the Way’

Posted on 20 June 2022

Taken from the 11-track album that was dropped on the 3rd June 2022, Shared Image tells us to enjoy the ride as the world is going through bone-snapping convulsions that might break your spirit if you aren’t too careful with, ‘Along the Way‘.

Formed by Craig Delin, Shared Image is a Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada-born indie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

”He has been playing music for over 20 years and has been in various bands such as Sueisfine, Hey You Millionaires, and Silver medals.” ~ Shared Image

Bringing the heat with a commanding performance that might have you doing some extra squats, Shared Image displays a tenacious mindset that shows us he is ready for anything and urges us to do the same. Heavy to the max and leaving us with no doubt that we need to wake up quick – before it’s too late – this is a track that will have you thinking deeper than before.

”Craig’s influences include Built to Spill, Modest Mouse, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Slint, Thee Oh Sees, Broken Social Scene, Mogwai, and many more.” ~ Shared Image

‘Along the Way‘ from Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada-born indie singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Shared Image is a vital reminder that we need to strap up quick, before we are flipped around and taken for a vicious ride. With reality twisted and so much madness going on, we are thrown into such an honest track that has so much truth coated all over.

Sung with a rigorous edge and packed with a punchy riff, this is a single to play loud. Really loud.

Hear this new track on Spotify and see more on the Twitter.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Krzysztof flies so free like a bird with that glorious love in this eyes on ‘Purple’

Posted on 19 June 2022
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Taken off his upcoming release called ‘Colours‘, Krzysztof has sent us a picture packed with rainbow-filled memories that have you feeling rather harmonious from the wildness of the world with ‘Purple‘.

Krzysztof is a Mississauga, Canada-based indie music producer, instrumental artist, singer-songwriter and sound engineer who makes music from the deepest part of his heart.

”As a DIY musician, I write, compose, play, record, produce and engineer all of my music. I write instrumental pieces and electronic pieces along with full songs.” ~ Krzysztof

With a song about how much someone can love another, Krzysztof shows us that a goddess can really change your perspective if you let things be simple again and focus on one person. Sung with a really mellow serenity, this is a track that will certainly warm your soul.

‘Purple‘ from Mississauga, Canada-based indie music producer, singer-songwriter and sound engineer Krzysztof is a calming wonder that reminds us all that a tender human touch is so important in this lonely world. A song with so much care and love is on offer, from an artist who assembles music that is rather cinematically peaceful and sends your heart into a flutter.

Listen to this new track on YouTube Music and see more on his website.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen