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Album Review: ‘Cold Hands, Burn Slow’ from Fiskur

Posted on 13 August 2020

UK singer-songwriter Fiskur is here and he comes out with one of the more underrated albums of 2020 with ‘Cold Hands, Burn Slow‘.

Fiskur was formed by Glasgow songwriter Ross Clark, previously the front-man of Three Blind Wolves.
After Three Blind Wolves ended, Ross was left spinning in the wake of big changes, unsure what to do next. Returning to his roots and taking time for himself, Ross spent a lot of time fly fishing in the River Kelvin. During these lazy afternoons knee-keep in rushing water, he found some much-needed solace and inspiration. With fresh clarity and led by the desire to be challenged, the first songs for the record were created.

Ross then joined forces with longtime friends Andy Monaghan and Chris McGarry to complete the Fiskur sound. Focusing on more electronic sounds from Andy and the driving thump of Chris’ drums, Fiskur’s first record is an exploration into insecurity and the basic fears and hopes we all share in life. Ross’s songs take an honest look at how even at one’s lowest, we are still driven to change and grow.

The highlights on the new release in my ears are definitely ‘I Become Silver‘, ‘Servant‘ and ‘Emerger‘. The storytelling is particularly splendid here with the acoustic energy that fires through the speakers. The moody but vivid sounds put me in a reflective mood and is a welcome listen. This is a soulful artist who is such a talented artist.

‘Cold Hands, Burn Slow‘ from Fiskur is an excellent release from the experience singer-songwriter.

Stream the album here on Spotify.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

292 is a smooth move in with ‘Facade’

Posted on 12 August 2020

Charlotte, North Carolina’s 292 drop in with their fire new R&B laced with hoppin’ Hip Hop called ‘Facade‘.

This is all about wanting to find out the full story. You aren’t convinced that what you are seeing and you just want more. You can see the potential and want to look further inside. Will you be able to find out or will things just flatten out?

292 are a talented duo from Charlotte, North Carolina and they have such sultry vocals that encompasses all that is good in the world. The sounds are pure and the beat is there to drive us to the promised land. They are a classy outfit and you can tell that they are ready for the big stage.

292’s ‘Facade‘ is a sparkling effort from these up-comers that are on the right track. Music like that is perfect for those candlelit nights.

Click here to hear the song on Spotify.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Dan Marsh breezes in our world with ‘Lose Your Heart’

Posted on 11 August 2020

R&B singer-songwriter Dan Marsh is back with his reflective new song called ‘Lose Your Heart‘.

Dan Marsh-“The words I write with the music of my heart are the keys to open change in this world. Live, love, learn.” This says it all about this enticing musician with a heart of gold.

Dan Marsh sings about stories that tackles the issue of maintaining self worth despite the mistakes we make. He’s proven to be a bottomless pit of stories, each time, digging deeper and deeper to bring alive those rock bottom moments that others may shy away from sharing. This is a musician that is willing to be totally honest all the time and he does it with his signature R&B style.

‘Lose Your Heart‘ from Dan Marsh is all about making sure you don’t lose yourself inside. It’s not a great feeling and you can lose hope after a while. This is a song that is well produced, simple lyrics and a strong voice. I think that big things await this singer.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Alex PGSV is back with the groovy electro vibe on ‘Shame On You’

Posted on 10 August 2020

Alex PGSV is a talented singer-songwriter and producer who is cranking up the heat with his new track called ‘Shame On You‘.

Taken off ‘Purple Matter‘, this is the 2nd single from this powerful release that adds pop, indie and electronic music like a well-made gin & juice. Pogosov is Alex’s surname so he just took out the vowels and used it as an artist name. Very clever indeed. This Green Day fan makes music that he loves and is always looking for new ways to improve. Trust your ideas. Proceed with love, never violence. This is the mantra of this inspirational new producer and artist.

Alex PGSV’s ‘Shame On You‘ is a rewarding journey of self-discovery. His story is about a special person who let him down badly. He fell for them so hard but was left at the dial tone and things went quiet. Alex’s career is only going to get louder due to the quality music here.

Stream this new groove of a song here on Spotify.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Young singer-songwriter ` is in self-reflective mood on ”You Don’t See In Me What I See In You”

Posted on 4 August 2020

Luke Porter is a young singer-songwriter from Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK. He is a fine artist and is here with his song called ”You Don’t See In Me What I See In You”.

This is a perfect song for a reflective night in as this is a quite a sad topic. You want to be with someone special and you care about them so much. There is one massive issue. You like them more than they like you. This is a always a sticky situation. You wonder if things will ever work or if you should just move on? This is the problem you will have or will they fall in love with you?

”You Don’t See In Me What I See In You” is full of indie-folk vibes that are so purely sung from Luke Porter. The Newcastle native sings through his soul and this is something special. This young artist is only getting his name out and this is a musician that is on his way all the way to the top. The lyrics are honest and the music strikes a chord in the heart.

Stream this fab new track here on Spotify.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Clapham band Matty Long and The LoveGuns raise the standard on ”Sunshine Love”

Posted on 24 July 2020

Matty Long and The LoveGuns are a 4-piece indie rock act from South London and these talented lads are back with the funky-fresh single called ”Sunshine Love”.

You will need to turn your phone off, put your shades on turn up the volume for this one. With the click of a tape being injected into the old school player, I got the feeling that this had to be a good song. This is indeed the case and the Clapham-based band press play on 2020 with this fine release. This is a summer track for sure, with the excellent guitar solo’s, raw vocals and rumbustious drums. This is a band on the rise and they know it.

”Sunshine Love” from Matty Long and The LoveGuns is about that summer love, good and bad decisions. This is a groovy song with world class musicianship from the fast-rising London band who must be itching to get back on stage.

Matty Long and The LoveGuns are one the UK’s most promising acts and they rock out to incredible heights on their new single. This is an essential listen indeed as the exciting band raise the standard of songs in 2020.

Click here to hear this top track on Spotify.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Steve Empire dreams of a good life on Hip House track ”Suburbia Moonshine Avenue”

Posted on 21 July 2020

Steve Empire is a dynamic singer-songwriter and DJ from Rome in beautiful Italy. Now based in London in England, Steve returns with his brand new mellow Hip House track called ”Suburbia Moonshine Avenue”. This is a fantastic song and adds a layer of chilled vibes for all occasions.

Steve imagined a beautiful city and neighborhood full of young people partying, dancing, singing and living life. Just like paradise and the lost boys in Never-land while creating this track. He also never meant for this song to be the way it ended up either which makes for a great story. Suburbia and Moonshine Avenue were two separate songs but for some reason, it worked. Such is life.

”Suburbia Moonshine Avenue” from Steve Empire is perfect for those hot summer days while chilling with friends. This is a fun song that will relaxed you and to be enjoyed by all- young and old.

Stream this extended track right here on Soundcloud.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Micah Sheveloff shares introspective story of life with ”Guns and Cigarettes”

Posted on 12 July 2020

Micah Sheveloff is a Boston-born pianist and also a fine singer-songwriter. He has creatively merged a classical music foundation with a unique feel for popular music. Sheveloff has been a regular performer at venues across New York and is slowly establishing himself as a force on the scene. Recently he has relocated to Saint Petersburg in Florida where he continues to fine tune his craft.

”Guns and Cigarettes” is a fine track and showcases Micah’s strong voice and natural music talent. His piano solo’s are quite sumptuously created to wet our music ears with some excellent melodies.

Micah Sheveloff is a quality talent and the Florida based artist is on the right track here. ”Guns and Cigarettes” is quite a sad song and the choices that we can make or break our lives. Enjoy the song with the link below and we anticipate a positive reaction to this kind of soulful music with meaning.

Stream this absolute gem here on his growing Soundcloud music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen