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Never Get Another One: Radiant Chicago RnB artist Vesta shines beautifully on ‘Personality’

Posted on 12 September 2021

Taken off the latest thirteen-track album named ‘Hydra‘, Vesta lets it be known that we have only one ‘Personality‘ so its best to use it wisely and be yourself always.

Vesta is a Los Angeles, California-born, San Francisco-raised, Chicago-based, queer indie RnB/soul singer-songwriter. Music with a purpose is the mission here, as there is a classy vibe that has been created to assist others in being themselves no matter what.

”Vesta’s interest in music production began after listening to Daft Punk’s Alive 2007, as began their mixing skill with Ableton Live. Progressing from house to a more relaxed style akin to that of Sade or Raveena, Vesta slowly began to incorporate their own writing and voice into their music.” ~ Vesta

There is much to love from an underground artist of this quality, with a true story that so many of us seem to easily forget. With so many people trying to copy bad role models daily, this is the kind of refreshing correction the youth need to digest and never forget the taste of.

‘Personality‘ from the highly creative Chicago-based indie RnB/soul artist Vesta, is the message that should reverberate about our hungry-for-realness hearts and adds an extra glow of love to proceedings. The vocals are crystal and pure, created with a dazzling display of that intriguing goodness. which is much-needed in this at-times selfish world.

This is the type of peachy track to put on when you need reminding – that you should always be yourself no matter what – and express yourself to be fully understood in this treasured life of ours.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

She Keeps It Real: Los Angeles rapper Ali Elohim loves how she moves on ‘One of a Kind’

Posted on 8 September 2021

After the success of his first single ‘ICE‘, Ali Elohim returns with a mood-relaxing track all about meeting someone quite incredible, who has you going out of your way as you feel like you have met the most loyal woman in the world with ‘One of a Kind‘.

Ali Elohim is a Los Angeles, California-based indie trap artist. He makes a catchy blend of modern soundscapes which are formulated from his true soul, as his peaceful mixture combines just right into your mind like a happy meal.

”Originally hailing from San Jose, Ali now resides in Los Angeles, CA where he rebranded and started fresh after changing his music style and overall aesthetic in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic in September 2020.” ~ Ali Elohim

With a totally smooth voice that has your head nodding super slowly, you feel his vivid picture of the girl who he can’t stop thinking about. In his glowing eyes, she is like a beautiful mermaid who has come up to help him grow and be the best version of himself possible. The soothing beat has you in a glorious groove, with touching lyrics showing someone who is in the romantic zone of heartfelt love.

”Here to burn, not flicker.” ~ Ali Elohim

‘One of a Kind‘ from the Los Angeles, California-based indie trap rapper Ali Elohim, is a sizzling-with-love new single which has your delighted heart shining so brightly as you kiss so passionately. This is the loved up release we needed to hear, which is all about that moment when you meet someone so special – while she has you in a gaze of permanent smiles – that can’t be washed away. Made with a cheeky glance and a bless-filled look up above as you appreciate this moment and are so grateful, that someone so special has entered your life.

When you meet that soulmate, you just know and should never let them go.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Shades Of Grey: Luis Moreno sends fitting tribute to his true soulmate on ‘How I Love You’

Posted on 5 September 2021

Taken meaningfully off his second album, the twelve track gem ‘Veil of Difference‘, Luis Moreno sings with all his heart on the truly sad story about that lost love you will never ever forget on ‘How I Love You‘.

Luis Moreno is a New York-born, Los Angeles, California-based indie alt-rock/pop/folk singer-songwriter.

”He is inspired to creatively answer the “emotional call” he proclaims the world is presently crying for in this new age of unprecedented isolation and disconnect.” ~ Luis Moreno

This is the story about missing someone so close who has now passed – you recall their memory so vividly – as you toast the good times you had and vow to never take anything or anyone for granted. Sharing this message is clearly the aim here from a passionate artist who puts his whole soul into this wonderful song, that is stacked full of that true care and remembrance.

”Moreno’s music is a testament to raising awareness to the beauty and simplicity of his life’s mission: emotional intelligence and true heart connection.” ~ Luis Moreno

‘How I Love You‘ from the New York-based indie alt-rock/pop/folk artist Luis Moreno, is such a heartbreaking single that makes you shed a small tear at the memory of his former lover. They couldn’t be together as long as they both wanted and they will forever be cherished, on an incredible song that will surely have you feeling so much admiration for such a beautiful tribute.

Hear this incredibly emotional new single on his Spotify and see more info about his life on the Instagram music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Win My Way To You: the Rec never underestimate the ‘fair dos’

Posted on 3 September 2021

With a touch of button, the Rec show us how freaky this wild social media age can turn us into manic obsessed zombies so easily, on their new single which shows us a renewed music duo keen for success again called ‘fair dos‘.

the Rec is a London and Los Angeles-based alternative duo who were on their way to fame in the early 80’s. They make a thrilling blend of hauntingly honest music which has you feeling their world class quality, wash all over your shaken body.

”In 1981, Dovey and Ritchie, two Shropshire lads from the medieval market town of Oswestry ditched their schoolbooks, to form north Shropshire’s premier post-punk garage combo – the Assassins. They mapped the streets of their hometown with their songs of love, fear, record collecting, solvent abuse and girls. The gigs were legendary, word was sent from Peel, and stardom briefly beckoned, but they just couldn’t take the next crucial step. Now they’re making up for lost time.” ~ the Rec

With a stunning display that opens up our eyes to what is there in real life, but often gets hidden behind the rug of those who want to avoid the truth – the spooky beat and powerfully expressed lyrics – takes you to an anxious place, which makes you extra concerned about how the internet can be exploited so easily.

”Reconnecting 30 years later, a trans-Atlantic musical dialogue emerged as they swapped lyrics and melodies across the pond. The Assassins were reborn and renamed after one of Oswestry’s most notorious landmarks.” ~ the Rec

‘fair dos‘ from the London and Los Angeles-based indie duo the Rec, is the type of song that should put sweaty shivers all over your fragile spine. The truth about how the internet can turn normal people into addicts has red flags waving furiously, as they show us what the insides look like. Performed by two artists on a mission to reclaim their place at the top after thirty years away, this is a top notch effort with so much to be enthralled by.

Hear this new track on Spotify and see more on their Facebook page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

All Lies And No Truths: J.Hustles aims to avoid those soul-destroying ‘Grey Skies’

Posted on 26 August 2021

As he packs up and wonders why he stayed for so long, J.Hustles can’t believe that they thought he would actually stay in the doom and gloomy ‘Grey Skies‘.

J.Hustles is a Los Angeles, California singer-songwriter, actor and indie hip-hop artist. He makes a sterling blend of real life experiences, that simmers all over your soul to bring you into the moment forever.

”J. Hustles is a former Sway in the morning Get in the game artist on Shade45 that has an extensive resume with TV and film song placements.” ~ J.Hustles

With an honest tone of introspection and lyrics that have you thinking of moving on despite the good times that were had, this is a well-made track from an established artist who only seems to make top tracks with meaning.

He flows stirringly and takes us in the room where he is getting all his belongings together, wondering if it was all worth it to go through so much pain. After being lied to for so long, the exit has been ready for a while now and its time to say goodbye forever.

”Hustles has released 3 studio albums and has worked with many hip hop legends from The Pharcydes Fatlip, the YoungBloodz, MC Juice, City James and more.” ~ J.Hustles

‘Grey Skies‘ from Los Angeles, California singer/actor/hip-hop artist J.Hustles, is that song to play on blast when you are getting ready to leave after a long relationship. You tried your best to make it work but it didn’t quite happen, as you feel that you two just end up fighting all the time. The clouds have darkened and its time to find those brighter days with lots of sunny weather, so you may reclaim your soul. Being happy at home is the only way to find that ultimate freedom.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

When They Sing: Hélène Renaut reminds us that dreams do exist on ‘Summer Love’

Posted on 21 August 2021

As she attentively sings with breathtaking intimacy that blends so much beautiful air away from a rather foggy world with so much unfortunate pollution, Hélène Renaut reminds us that those soul-healing moments are there to be remembered if you know where to look on ‘Summer Love‘.

Hélène Renaut is an angelic indie-folk singer-songwriter, guitarist, drummer and classically trained violinist who was born in peaceful Brittany in France, who now calls Los Angeles, California her home.

”Poems, music, love and a lot of tea.” ~ Hélène Renaut

She is a true nature lover who sings freely with that blossoming care and real love that so many wish they had for breakfast each day. Each note performed is a calming ambiance that covers your mood from the gusting winds outside your threatened door, so that only kind thoughts and hospitable tranquilly may be forever restored into its rightful place.

This is the more-than-ideal lead single for her just-released album ‘The Bells of Freedom‘, and we are blessed with a real calming wind of wonder from an artist who seem to posses such natural grace. This is the heart-beating message that many think is still possible – as you wish to the trees outside that your dreams may all come true – with that special soul who shall arrive rather unexpectedly.

‘Summer Love‘ from the gracious Los Angeles-born, French folk singer-songwriter extraordinaire Hélène Renaut, is one of the most soothing songs you will hear all year. Her dreamy vocals puts you into a much happier place than before, as the 60’s influenced baroque pop mixed with pure folk-filled treats, has you smiling from ear to ear. Life can be so simple after all, if you keep your thoughts in the right place.

Hear her peacefully beautiful new single on Spotify and follow her journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Need To Know: California alt-rock act Left Of The Slash seek that all-enlightening knowledge before they go on ‘Over and Over’

Posted on 17 August 2021

After impressing us all with their latest two singles ‘Never Let Go‘ and ‘Hayne‘, Left Of The Slash might destroy your shocked speakers with a pulsating performance of creaking back-breaking standards with ‘Over and Over‘.

Left Of The Slash is a high-octane alt-rock band based in sunny Los Angeles, California. This fine act was created by Stephen Reid Nemeroff back in New York City in 2005, and continues to evolve at a rapid rate of intrigue.

”The bands riffs and melodies are inspired by a range of subgenres including, Psychedelic rock, blues, Indie-rock, Punk and Grunge. Their style of music is influenced by Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, Sonic Youth, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, TOOL, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Pixies and The Yeah Yeah Yeahs.” ~ Left Of The Slash

You feel their energy rising even further in the waters of the world as they sense the tours and live shows returning – their lip-licking hunger is easy to spot from far- and this is a ravenous act who give our shaken souls a real dusty clean out. They seem to get better and better after each release, as their soundscape is rather gritty and for only true rock fans, who wholeheartedly appreciate this proud genre.

‘Over and Over‘ from the rampaging Los Angeles, California-based alt-rockers Left Of The Slash, slams down hard onto the dance floor and is a tremendous listen. This is an old school rock band who do the basics right and are a proper rugged band full of that long-lasting character. Each riff is made with that rare sweaty love, the formidable vocals are a treat to the awaiting ears, and they show the kids what quality rock music should sound like.

Hear this exciting new single on Spotify and see more news on their IG music channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Can’t Be Worried: Steph Delz and JimBallzzz avoid the issues and is only after the ‘Our Thing’ vibe to success

Posted on 12 August 2021

After a few false dawns as a music producer due to personal turmoils that threatened to drag him into a dark place of no return, the renewed Steph Delz brings in his good friend JimBallzzz to lace the track and give us a raw rap track that shows his ever-increasing talent on this brand new beat-box-fueled single named ‘Our Thing‘.

Los Angeles, California-based Steph Delz, is an underground indie hip-hop artist and music producer. He concentrates his supernaturally creative mind to bring us proper street music that thumps real hard in the scarily shaking speakers in your crib, and transmits a hungry energy which shows us his marked intentions.

”This is a JimBallzzz produced track that is made with my style of production in mind.” ~ Steph Delz

As they both flow enthusiastically onto the track with such an underground style that has you turning the volume up, they show us that they are doing things differently than most. In a genre that seems to unfortunately reward some who are clearly telling fake stories – this is a reminder that to be you – is the only way forward to true success.

‘Our Thing‘ from the underdog Los Angeles-based music producers and hip-hop artists Steph Delz and JimBallzzz, is an all-bite type of energy that smashes through the mic, as they bring a gritty sound into our lives. This is that we-are-here rap that is really raw and a freestyle effort, which shows that they are dusting off the haters, like they weren’t there in the first place.

Hear this new audio on YouTube and see more news via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Blood On The Carpet: Captivating California-based emo-folk artist Kiera Lyons watches her sad heart break into pieces again on ‘For You’

Posted on 12 August 2021

With a mind-blowing elegance which has the hairs on your arms standing up and a free-flowing style which is mightily sublime, Kiera Lyons sings with so much splendid angelic grace on her new single all about fixing your shattered heart on ‘For You‘.

Kiera Lyons is a prolific eighteen years young Boston, Massachusetts-born, Los Angeles, California-based, self-proclaimed twitchy witchy girl, emo-folk/pop artist, poet, visual artist and multi-genre creative. She loves to make meaningful music that explores her vivid mind, as she takes ideas from her dreams and turns them into reality.

”Her lyrics grapple with our youth’s bitter burden: a world of decay, anxiety and depression, of alienation, heartbreak and longing at the core of Gen Z’s struggle. Her raw, unapologetic vocal performances capture the authentic spirit of her peers, while offering a powerful insight into their experience for others.” ~ Kiera Lyons

‘For You‘ from the wonderfully dreamy and multi-talented Los Angeles-based emo-folk/pop artist Kiera Lyons, is an absolutely outstanding song from a young artist who sings with a real love and stupendous vigor. She is a hard working musician who has been creating so much brilliant content during this horrific pandemic that doesn’t seem to want to go away – and makes a sterling effort here – which is stacked full of an honest story, most of us have felt before. This is class personified.

The heart can take a few breaks but each time it is a bit longer, until you can fully love in unison again.

Hear this expressive new single on Spotify and follow her on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I’m Invisible: LA dark-electronic/rock act Light Shadows emerge from the spooky night on ‘People Don’t Believe’ (Light Shadows shadow mix)

Posted on 10 August 2021
People Don’t Believe (Light Shadows shadow mix) by Light Shadows

Lathering up our fragile thoughts with their specially brewed goth sauce that sizzles your hungry tongue with a tinge of extra heat that might burn a tad, Light Shadows saunter in from the darkness to awaken our sleepy souls on ‘People Don’t Believe’ (Light Shadows shadow mix).

Light Shadows is a thrilling Los Angeles, California-based dark-electronic/rock duo who are Cassandra Vincent and Philip Peters. They make a blend of intriguing soundscapes that has you looking around so anxiously, as you feel lifted by their pulsating performance.

”The band leans Gothic with some lighter moments reflecting their name.” ~ Light Shadows

Her vibrant vocals flow through from the creepy shadows and has you opening your eyes much wider than before, as you are wrapped into the terrific production, which takes you to a higher place into your over-stimulated mind.

”They write their own music and are genre fluid but you could find them under the electro-rock/electro-pop portion of the Alternative rock banner.” ~ Light Shadows

‘People Don’t Believe’ (Light Shadows shadow mix) from the mysterious Los Angeles, California-based dark-electronic/rock duo Light Shadows, is a mirror-filled single that has you urging to believe in yourself again. Despite what others may say, you are enough and need to believe in what you stand for.

On a spooky beat and sung with so much passion – this is a stunning single which will have you thinking introspectively – on how you can build your own armor stronger than before.

Hear this new moody single on Bandcamp and see more on their IG music channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen