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Unkle Samm asks her why she is still with this fool on ‘Call Me When You’re Ready’ (ft. Stevie Mason and Urban Jay)

Posted on 21 June 2022

Taken off his recent 7-track album ‘That Kid Eversole‘, Unkle Samm slides his number to a possible new lover who is currently being treated so badly on ‘Call Me When You’re Ready‘ (ft. Stevie Mason and Urban Jay).

Unkle Samm is an Indiana, USA-based indie Hip hop artist who drops tracks that are witty and packed with actual stories that will surely enthrall.

”The Midwest emcee started putting rhymes on paper when he was in 8th grade.” ~ Unkle Samm

Sending our perspectives into a real spin of spine-tingling fascination, Unkle Samm is one of these artists who demands our attention with his raw raps and strong vocals that will have you nodding your head in approval. He seems to slice the flows with a gleeful abandon that will get you turning the volume up to full.

‘Call Me When You’re Ready‘ (ft. Stevie Mason and Urban Jay) from Indiana, USA-based indie Hip hop artist Unkle Samm is a striking song from a man who has seen what he likes and wanted to be totally honest. After taking a risk that could ultimately be worth it, this is a reminder that sometimes you just need to take a chance.

Rapped with a dynamic style, this is a song that will fill you up with memories of when you saw something that didn’t really fit.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more on the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Indiana’s Samuel Mason drops a track with an extra sharpness that sends you back to the underground on, ‘Black Masses’

Posted on 15 May 2022

Recorded in his cosy and warm home studio, Samuel Mason has created something with an inviting edge that certainly shakes the walls down via the visuals for the lead single off his sophomore solo LP, ‘Black Masses‘.

Samuel Mason is a well-loved Indiana, USA-based indie rock artist/music producer who has joined forces with his drummer Austin Sheese on this fantastic underground project.

”With influences of Jack White, Royal Blood, and The Black Keys, they have one album, Phases released 2019.” ~ Samuel Mason

Sending us into a world that is free from any restrictions and filled with hope, Samuel Mason and Austin Sheese have secured their place as a rock duo to take notice of with an entertaining performance that is packed with promise and a captivating rhythm to remember.

‘Black Masses‘ from Indiana, USA-based indie rock artist Samuel Mason is a gritty single that has you feeling boosted and ready for more than what you see currently in this rather odd world. There are vocals to truly listen to here at full volume, skilled drumming, and a soundtrack for those who just want to be inspired again.

This is a head-nodding rock track to play and with meaning, with that fire in your eyes to help you get through whatever worries are bringing you down.

See the new music video on YouTube and view more on his Twitter page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Slow down with Hunter & Girton’s folk-tinged alt-rock single, Fast World

Posted on 5 May 2022
Hunter & Girton

With piano melodies just as haunting as the scores on Westworld, the sombre vibrato vocals, cuttingly atmospheric guitars and the lyrics that tear through the polarity that has distanced and disillusioned us all, Hunter & Girton’s latest single, Fast World, is an evocative masterpiece.

We can be counted as gratified for the band’s step away from the touring circuit and into the studio to release singles such as Fast World, which acts as a harrowing sign of the times. Conceptually, there are a fair few reminiscences to the iconic Mad World, but Hunter & Girton’s cutting dissection of contemporary society is enough to make you long for the Mad World that Tears For Fears warned us about in 1982.

Yet, through the resonance that is delivered hand over metaphorically harbingering fist, it’s hard to find anything but intense satisfaction after hearing the ordinarily-alienating ennui at the centre of this feat of pensive panache.

Naturally, we can’t wait to hear what follows from the rural Indiana-hailing folk-infused alt-rock duo. Fast World is almost enough to make up for Editors giving up the ghost on their latest album.

Check out Hunter & Girton via Facebook.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

No Lies: Indiana-based music producer/rapper TSF reflects on his life with the foot-stomping ‘Doubted’

Posted on 16 December 2021

Released from his just-dropped 12-track album that shows us the world is ‘Too Far Gone’, TSF brings the house down with a tremendously electric speaker-breaking performance on ‘Doubted‘.

TSF is a youthful Indiana, USA-based indie hip-hop/EDM solo artist and well-established music producer who makes that honest type of music we can all connect to.

“Everything I do involves music. If I’m not listening to music, just know that I’m very unhappy,” Kaleb states. The sound he produces invokes emotion and allows listeners to relate. “I’m very personal with my music because that’s just it. I’m human.” ~ TSF

After previously only making EDM music which was showcased via his debut album ‘Retribute‘, we now find an innovative soul who has decided to bring his love of hip-hop inside his original creations. There is a highly imaginative musician here who is only interested in making something new for us to soak into, as he refreshingly avoids copying anybody else.

‘Doubted‘ from the Indiana, USA-based indie hip-hop/EDM solo artist and music producer TSF, is a roaring effort all about looking back at your life and keeping positive no matter what the storms outside may be doing. This is an ear-rattling effort that is filled with raps and a thumping beat that has your heart beating rather quickly. Just the way TSF intended.

Hear this enjoyable new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

White Lines On The Table: Travis Frank feels so exposed as the trust cracks harshly on ‘Broken Inside’

Posted on 1 November 2021

As he smashes his fragile bass into the damaged door while he is reminded by a former friends lies to cover himself in glory, Travis Frank shatters his frustration apart for us to see the nakedness, so that he may begin the healing process with his catchy new single called ‘Broken Inside‘.

Travis Frank is a Warsaw, Indiana-born, Los Angeles-based indie Pop/Rock solo artist who left University after one year to persue his dream of being a full-time musician.

There is so much to admire about a human who has been close to the ending edge but decided to walk away smartly, as the teeth grit and the motivation swings into never-go-back-to-that-place-again. He performs with a highly skilled ambiance and there is so much potential brewing from the kettle of his vocals, if he can keep on making music that we can all relate to.

‘Broken Inside‘ from the expressive Warsaw, Indiana-born, LA-based indie Pop/Rock solo singer-songwriter Travis Frank, is an honest song about feeling so down that he almost ended it. After thinking that they would be friends forever – he has soon realized that all stories do not have a happy ending – as we witness a talented musician who is eager to be at the top of his game too. Sung with a fierce energy and a frustrated tone, this is a track to play when you are fed up by a past friends actions which have possibly hurt your own career.

Hear his new single on Spotify and see more news on his IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Don’t Let Those Moments Pass: Excellent Indiana-born Alt-Rock artist Jordan Brooker urges us to think deeper on ‘Lowlights’

Posted on 23 October 2021

With a true insight into an often fake world that seems so shallow sometimes, Jordan Brooker sings with much gusto about reaching for those stars above to avoid getting sucked into those party highs and ‘Lowlights‘ that can greedily grab hold of your valuable soul forever.

Jordan Brooker is a Spencerville, Indiana-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based indie Alt-Rock solo artist who was formally known more for his music and songwriting in the Country music scene.

”Inspired by artists such as Jimmy Eat World, Soundgarden, Third Eye Blind, and Augustana, his new sound harnesses a certain authenticity true to Jordan Brooker himself and his early beginnings.” ~ Jordan Brooker

‘Lowlights‘ from the highly talented Nashville-based indie Alt-Rock solo artist Jordan Brooker, is a brilliant track from an artist who has impressively reinvented himself. He sings about a story which is so true – in a world that has has been designed to distract you – as we try and avoid the noise and only do things that are actually meaningful.

Sung with a positive-message feel and filled with his refreshing vocals which has the hairs on your body standing up to attention, this is a worthwhile message to remember about knowing your value and not getting thrown into the vacuum of life.

Hear this wonderful track on Spotify and follow his life on IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Trying To Get The Best Of Me: Indianapolis rapper Jerry B is ready for anything on ‘Fresh As Me’

Posted on 26 August 2021

Produced by Fantom, Jerry B opens up the summer schedule with a bounce-filled track to bust those speakers all over the floor as he avoids the lingering doubters on ‘Fresh As Me‘.

Jerry B is an Indianapolis, Indiana-based indie hip-hop artist and studio lover. He is a bars-packed rapper who flows with conviction and energy, with quick-witted lyrics that has you impressed by his style.

”Blood, sweat, and tears. Dollars, time, and years. Never give up, GO UP. #444Life.” ~ Jerry B

With lots of conviction and a self-assured message, this is the rev-up-the-engines experience which has you nodding your head flamboyantly to this new single. The beat is full of life and seems to mesh with the story just right, as we are filled up with optimism after being locked away with unnecessary self-doubt for too long.

‘Fresh As Me‘ from the Indianapolis, Indiana-based indie hip-hop artist Jerry B, is the story of being messed around by a few ladies who took you for granted, as you now stay single and keep it real with your true friends. He is in the mood to show his local town what he is all about with the freshest vibe in the whole area, and isn’t going to let anyone bring him down anymore. This is the type of track to play when you need some motivation quickly, as you turn this up and head to the beach with that ultimate confidence.

Check out the track on YouTube and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Nothing To Prove: Gifted Indiana emcee Swanny.95 shows us his virtuoso lyrical prowess on sky-reaching ‘High.95’

Posted on 7 August 2021

Taken off his ravenous debut solo album named ‘Primal‘, which comes quickly after his previous singles from 2021 ‘TOTEM‘ and ‘ZZZQUIL‘, Swanny.95 swarms ingeniously on the mic with impressive skills that has you in awe of his inventiveness with ‘High.95‘.

Eric Swanson aka Swanny.95, is a confidently brewed Indianapolis, Indiana-based indie emcee who makes everything look easy, as his silky smooth raps have you listening so intently.

With some wonderfully crisp boom bap drums, astute lo-fi soundscapes and tremendous lyrical skills to match like a spark on a fire – he is a true hip-hop artist with a world class flow – and is effortless on each verse that he smartly pens.

”After amassing 2 million plus streams with his hip-hop duo Grey Lamb, touring the country as an opener for artists like DRAM, Waka Flocka Flame, and hip-hop/pop star Bryce Vine, SWANNY.95 is making his solo debut.” ~ Swanny.95

‘High.95‘ from the skilled underground Indianapolis, Indiana-based artist Swanny.95, is one of the more breathlessly brilliant hip-hop tracks of 2021. He shows us his prodigious talent on a prime pedigree release that certainly ends a few careers. His pen-work is precision personified and you feel like you are witnessing a man reborn.

His solo career has had to wait for a long time after years in the shadows but no longer, as we are left with our jaws dropped onto the floor at his immense talent. Class always shines in the end.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more news on the IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

From The Slums: A Certain Energy saunters swiftly into the awaiting city with the fresh new single ‘Foreign’ (feat. David Sinclair-Black)

Posted on 12 July 2021

With a highly purposeful edge to his vividly exciting lyricism that sets him apart from the copycat former competition, A Certain Energy flows in impressively with a distinctive style that you can’t teach on his top quality new single called ‘Foreign‘ (feat. David Sinclair-Black).

Shain Romanowski aka A Certain Energy, is a high caliber Asian-American rapper who is from Fort Wayne, Indiana. He is a fast-rising musician on a mission to be up there with the greats, and his unflinching eyes tell you all you need to know.

”ACE joined the United States Marines after graduating high school and served overseas. He quit music three times to be exact prior to being overseas. After the death of his best friend, Darian Asher-Layman (a fellow Fort Wayne native) he took it upon himself to make his dream come true in honor of him.” ~ A Certain Energy

As he indefatigably brings us the true story about some people in his life that like to talk but only act without the act-ion and desire to actually work, he puts them abruptly into their baby-seat with a edgy track that is rather enjoyably exciting on the ears. He raps with a calmly enhanced flow that streams vividly through like the crisp blue ocean – as his style is pertinaciously admirable – in a strange world that can change you so much, to be a false version of your true destiny without notice.

‘Foreign‘ (feat. David Sinclair-Black) from the Indiana-based free-flower A Certain Energy, rips seductively into your awakened eyes and you see a confident artist in his most determined mindset. He might be signed to Sinclair Media Group now, but shows us that obvious hunger to launch further into opportunity-laden doors that were thought impossible to break into before. This is a self-aware man who knows where he wants to go, and isn’t letting any undesirable noise disturb his visionary outlook.

See this hot new music video on YouTube and see more via his IG channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Don’t Let Them Ever See You Down: Skypp urges us to ‘Fix Yo Crown’ (ft. Rhymefest, Allison Victoria and Jared Thompson)

Posted on 1 May 2021

With a self-aware nature that has your head nodding in appreciation of this tremendous skill set, Skypp makes sure that we are alert to the fact that even if you are battling, its imperative to ‘Fix Yo Crown‘ (ft. Rhymefest, Allison Victoria and Jared Thompson).

Skypp is an acclaimed underground rapper from Indianapolis, Indiana in the USA. He flows through the streets with witty bars and true stories of how the hustle is real if you to achieve those dreams, that are available if you want them enough.

The visuals are classy and so fresh here with lots of soulful groove added to make this is a memorable video and single. All the artists featured are quality and add so much elegance and street grit to this top track — with vocals that are silky sooth — to raps that are cutting edge and show you what bars should sound like.

‘Fix Yo Crown‘ (ft. Rhymefest, Allison Victoria and Jared Thompson) from Indy emcee Skypp, is that story about working through the moments that have you in doubt sometimes, as you try and keep the integrity intact where you are at. You are a powerful person inside if you want to be, and keeping your head up to find your true purpose, is the only way to really live if you want to make something out of your life.

Watch the video on YouTube and see more visuals on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen