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Hoping This Isn’t A Faze: Danny Aro and Pucker party like it was 2019 again with ‘Saint Laurent Bad’

Posted on 8 July 2021

With a club-vibe-slide that has your excited body feeling light and ready to enjoy the fun-pack night, Danny Aro and Pucker happily take our minds away from current affairs with the free-feeling new EDM single that has you enthusiastically dusting off your lonely dance shoes on ‘Saint Laurent Bad‘.

Danny Aro is a highly creative and free-spirited Mount Kisco, New York-born, Redding, Connecticut-based electronic musician and vocalist, who makes a variety of different music dependent on how he is feeling on the day.

He has a hard working attitude that takes him on a wild journey which flows like the gushing winds – as all he wants to do is inspire others – to follow their dreams no matter what obstacles fall in the way.

”I write in different perceptions of people as well as my own perception from things I’ve seen throughout my youth. I want people to be themselves and have fun, and when they finish listening to me after a drive or in the club, I hope they start feeling themselves”. ~ Danny Aro

‘Saint Laurent Bad‘ from the excitingly unique Danny Aro and Pucker, has your mind racing like an Indy car, as you look around and just go for it on the dance floor, no matter who might, or is attentively watching. You feel a bit flush in your pocket and know what you want, as you speak to her and just know that she is going to smile back. This is that confident type of song that has you sliding all night – as you ignore the watch and just look into each others eyes-  to feel totally alive after so long locked away.

Hear this new track on Spotify and check out the IG page for more late-night stories.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Chasing Sanity: Nepal-born Sumnima Rai finds the path away from the doubts with the electric female anthem ‘She’

Posted on 7 July 2021

With her trusty black boots on tight and her camouflage hoodie hiding her hair away from the cold day, Sumnima Rai sends us a message of hope that tells us you can achieve anything you set your mind to despite the unforeseen hurdles on ‘She‘.

Sumnima Rai is a Napal-born, New York-based indie pop/EDM singer-songwriter and YouTuber. She makes that absorbing type of soundscape that has you feeling like you can walk through that door and into a new world of progression, for the soul to heal with.

”Dedicated to all the fighters and dreamers who are focused on their journey and who rise above their falls, failures and betrayals.” – Sumnima Rai

You feel her highly emotion-filled lyrics that show she has been fighting the demons to find a way out from her own thoughts, as she now finds the positive path that will have her smiling again. Her stunning voice is striking and mixed with that distinctive EDM beat, this is a sterling single that will have you feeling rather reflective.

‘She‘ from the Nepal-born YouTuber and indie pop/EDM singer-songwriter Sumnima Rai, shows us a woman on a mission to make sure that we all stay inspired in this scary world. This wonderfully self-aware singer grips our attention with a fiery track that has you feeling so invigorated again. The passion is swarming from her eyes as he remembers the heartbreak and the broken glass – her determined and almost-healed mind is now made up –  that she can conquer this moment to lead out from within the darkness forever.

See this top new music video on YouTube and see more on her IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Stars Are The Moon: Children of Minerva bring so much calm away from the daily winds on ‘Ode to a Poetess in Shades of Green’

Posted on 3 July 2021
Ode to a Poetess in Shades of Green (Single Version) by Children of Minerva

From their forthcoming album ‘Nec Forma Est Verum‘ which translates to But neither form in Latin, Children of Minerva tell us the sweet story of a talented female poet with ‘Ode to a Poetess in Shades of Green‘.

Children of Minerva is a nostalgic New York and Portland-based indie pop-rock duo. They make that old school style of music which has you thinking back to the simpler days, which has you appreciating their admirable vintage feel.

”After taking folk-rock as far as he could, Mick Cantone forged a collaboration with Portland-based lyricist Amy Green and wrote songs that show his ardent passion for psychedelic baroque pop/rock.” – Children of Minerva

His voice is mature and warm, as her lyrics are peaceful and made with an energy which takes you back to your childhood somehow. This is the type of song that young and old can enjoy, its meaning is for all to see and it only intended to have your mind pure again, after so much hardship.

‘Ode to a Poetess in Shades of Green‘ from the NYC/Portland indie rock-pop duo Children of Minerva, is the story of a kind soul who made no demands, as she peacefully went about her day. This is a song that feels like it is from another generation, as its style is authentic and made with so much love.

Support their music on Bandcamp and see the social journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Flowing Tides: Rick Fouche brings in the memorable fresh seas with ‘Nautical Waves’

Posted on 29 June 2021

Taken off his latest five-track EP that is full of tasty flavor for the soul, Rick Fouche rises quickly above all as he shows that he knows exactly were the compass is with his terrific new single called ‘Nautical Waves‘.

Rick Fouche is an impressive New Jersey/New York-based former rapper, singer-songwriter, electronic pop and music producer, who has skillfully transitioned into RnB and soul music vibrations. He cleverly fuses that inner spark inside that has told him which path to smoothly move down, as he makes that quality music which is totally unique.

Everything is so clean and fresh here like it was washed over with love, as his lyrics strike you suddenly and make you remember that person who wanted you when they suited you. They soon fell onto their side as were before when they were finished with you, totally forgetting about you in an instant.

The beat smashes your consciousness open like a can of cola fizzing into your hungry stomach – as this song makes you feel so good – and has you thinking deeply about who you keep company with. The vocals are such a pleasure to consume greedily, and has you locked in, just like all classic track have the power to have you entranced.

‘Nautical Waves‘ from the exciting New Jersey/New York-based RnB/soul/ electronic pop act, indie singer-songwriter and music producer Rick Fouche, flows clearly like a man who has his life-jacket on. This is song that catches you unawares and is packed pull of a remarkable beat that is tied together with potent vocals, which swims right through your soul. You feel the quality on this memorable short track, that certainly wakes up all of your sense to life again.

Stream this catchy new single on Soundcloud and see more on his growing IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

On My Grind: NYC rapper Big Al sparks that much-needed shine brightly on ‘Outage’ (feat. Just B)

Posted on 22 June 2021

With a highly confident flow that has him in the invincible-feeling zone, Big Al shows us what it takes to get it done despite some small-minded people wishing your downfall on the bumping new single ‘Outage‘ (feat. Just B).

Big Al is a thriving New York City-based indie hip-hop artist. He smartly fuses that real street-hop that that is full of insightful info, which is meant to help others who have also had to grind hard to reach their goals.

You feel his hard rap style come to the fore so quickly, as he thumps down the barriers and tells us to wake up. Everything seems to cruise perfectly like a water-slide, as he hits the mailbag perfectly and posts us news that we all need to hear. With a likable beat and a smoothly added chorus, this is an enlightening track that you will want to play again and again.

‘Outage‘ (feat. Just B) from the strong NYC rapper Big Al, is a spark-lit testament to putting the work in to get where you need to be at. The winding road is hard and full of detours that can take you away from the path where you need to go, so having some loyal friends to guide you, is always helpful to reach your dreams.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Flying High: Queens-based Mirai Tomli takes us to a better place on ‘When We Land’

Posted on 12 June 2021
When we land by Mirai Tomli

Formally of the three-piece group called Nappy Hair, Mirai Tomli rolls into the solo lane ready to cruise smoothly with his latest track called ‘When We Land‘.

Mirai Tomli (formally known as Bosqo), is a Queens, New York City-based neo-soul/RnB/modern blues/music producer/guitarist, and multi-layered entrepreneur.

He shows love to the rest of world to help those who want it most to gain important skills, as his music Entrepreneur Skills Scroll, helps others to gain the knowledge needed to build up that important passive income. He is also involved in Charity:water – which helps provide clean water around the world – and also has a clothing line called Just Function.

“This project came from a very secure place in my psyche. I’m trying to create a peaceful learning environment so my music comes in many emotions so I named it Emoji Reels.” – Mirai Tomli

His raw voice shines through the clouds to give you a satisfied smile – as your head nods gently to groove with him – through this peacefully beautiful track. The lights are bright and your imagination comes alive through his passionate vocals and loving lyrics. You just know that his heartfelt music is coming from the right place, as it is made with the best intentions.

‘When We Land‘ from the quality Queens artist Mirai Tomli, leads us into a place that gives you hope again as the sun starts to rise. This is that first kiss song that has you thinking that when you are together – the madness of the world goes away – whilst you kiss passionately and lock hands as one.

Hear this atmospheric new track on Bandcamp and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Clock in with BrooksOfYork’s latest intimate indie single, Work.

Posted on 8 June 2021

BrooksOfYork has returned with the phenomenally seminal single, Work, each of his tracks is an intricately artful and intimate affair, yet, Work captures the artist at his most profound and consoling.

Nuances of RnB pull through in the electronic indie-pop release that was constructed with accordantly clean guitars and reverb-swathed synth lines; despite its quiescence, inspires profound introspection.

Under the influence of Bon Iver, Boyz II Men, Quincy Jones, Teddy Riley and any artist with the capacity to concoct evocative aural vignettes. Work doesn’t solely reflect on the 9-5 grind, but the labours of love that seem to work our knuckles to the bone.

You can check out BrooksOfYork’s latest single, Work, that officially released on March 22th via Spotify.

Connect the BrooksOfYork via Instagram.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

I Can Feel It: Queens artist Oso feels so fresh on the catchy new money-flying single ‘Over The Moon’ (feat. Eric Bellinger)

Posted on 29 May 2021

With smooth lyrics, inviting visuals and saucy one liners that might have you gasping in your sofa, Oso jumps right ‘Over The Moon‘ (feat. Eric Bellinger) on this party-filled new single that will have you nodding your head to the inviting beat.

Joe Amoroso aka Oso is a Queens, New York-based RnB singer-songwriter. He makes that straight forward music that has you turning the lights down low and your body feeling like that slow dance, is just about to begin.

This is the story of feeling that you are in a confident mood when you are with her on this casual escapade – as you aren’t going to be together for long – but intend to have as much fun as possible while you are together. Life is short after all.

The crisp production is new school and has you so captivated and rather intrigued, the RnB/hip hop mix strides through with swagger without any doubts attached – and takes you for a night-lit ride to the house party that has been heard before – but is sung with so much conviction that you believe each word.

‘Over The Moon‘ (feat. Eric Bellinger) from Queens-based RnB artist Oso, shows us to a place far above our expectations for a track that has the night still young – with a video that holds you in tight – and takes you into a hot place with some sensual lyrics and two artists who don’t pull back any punches.

See the just-dropped video on YouTube and see more via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

We Go Through Hell: AM takes our minds to a striking story about how ‘Life Is Unfair’

Posted on 14 May 2021

As he sings with a worrying somber tone that might have you feeling rather introspective, AM sings with a honest energy on the well-constructed new single called ‘Life Is Unfair‘.

AM is a wildly underrated New Jersey-born, New York-based indie folk/pop/rock singer-songwriter and artist. He makes that authentic music that helps others deal with their sadness, as its an escape away from all the loneliness that can chomp you down like a character on Pac-Man.

” It is simultaneously a deeply personal and incredibly detached record. A contradiction of fact and fiction blended together to illustrate the focused yet blurry perspective of the unconventional artist. It’s just me, my guitar, and overdubs galore.” – AM

With such an honest voice and reflective lyrics, we are placed inside his quick-thinking mind that has seen life for its lows, as he struggles to get out of the lull and to starting thinking with more of a positive edge. His mindset shows us one that mirrors that of so many others — who are battling to dig themselves out of the slippery hole — that seems so hard to get out from.

‘Life Is Unfair‘ from New York indie singer-songwriter and artist AM, shows us the truth into this basement that has been his home during this extended isolation period of discontent. He sings with a movie-like style and has you thinking about how those bumps and bruises have brought you down for a reason. The challenge now is to climb up again and strive to change the swing of life, to make sure that it is now going your way.

Stream this new single on Spotify and follow his social journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Don’t Like It Out Here: Williamsburg’s Dickie Garcon shows us the life of the lost on ‘Unknowing’

Posted on 14 May 2021

Taken off his latest street-hop mixtape called ‘4th Floor Sessions, Vol 2‘, Dickie Garcon gives us a stark warning about what the world is looking like from his vantage point, on the striking new track ‘Unknowing‘.

Dickie Garcon is a Brooklyn, New York-based emcee/producer and sound engineer. He flows like one of the emerging underground young artists from 90’s — as he opens up the door and raps about how wild life is right now — in this lonely and detour laced world.

He flows with an edgy style, looking around to make sure that its okay to walk outside, his confidence is high personally but he definitely doesn’t trust the world outside, as it is full of harrowing holes and sticky swamps that will suck you inside so quickly.

This is the true story of what its like being young and being so restricted from what should be care-free days, as the pulsating beat has your heart beating a bit extra quick, while you look for an exit from all this madness.

‘Unknowing‘ from the quality Williamsburg, Brooklyn hip-hop artist Dickie Garcon, leads us vividly us into a mind that is trying to process what things are like in this mask-filled world, from a bad movie that just won’t end. He doesn’t like what he sees out there and looks for better days ahead, with a lighter ready to spark up and to quickly forget about current times.

Stream this new street single on Spotify and check out his IG for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen