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Can’t Let You Go: AR Santiago wonders why this dreamy romance didn’t work out on Falling

Taken off her soaring 3-track EP called #SadGirlHours, AR Santiago wanted to fly high with her previous lover but got tired of the call dodging and blatant lies on her hot new single called Falling.

AR Santiago is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based RnB singer-songwriter who has an enduring style that shall probably sweep you off your feet.

This song was very personal to me. I wrote it 5 years ago about an affair I had with someone who unbeknownst to me had a girlfriend. I speak about how infatuated I was and how I saw the signs but, I was naïve.” ~ AR Santiago

Sensing the energy shift that took place rather suddenly, AR Santiago is at her natural best and delivers when the heartbroken needed it most. With a glorious vocal ability and a smooth production that might send you into a different galaxy, this is something rather special from a hugely skilled creative only getting better.

Falling from Pennsylvania-based RnB singer-songwriter AR Santiago is a song that you will probably find unforgettable. With classy vocals lathered all over this introspective story-made for those who have been cruelly let down-feeling rather emotional about a past love will come rather easily here.

Sung with a genuine passion and massive gusto, this is a song with an actual message to truly ponder if you have felt this empty feeling before.

Hear this honest new release on Spotify and see more via her Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Madam Who? reminds us that while we are alive its all okay on You Are Not Alone

Inspired by The Beatles, The B-52’s, Bjork, The Go-Go’s, Lady Gaga, The Killers, and so many more, Madam Who? shows us she is back for good on her latest dynamic release, You Are Not Alone.

Madam Who? aka Audra is an industrious and courageous Pennsylvania, USA-based indie pop artist who is known for her exploits in much-loved former band Audra & The Antidote.

Though she had sworn off music centuries ago after nearly hitting the big-time, the universe insisted she get back to it, having to nearly kill her to get her to realize it. At first she fought it, but the songs wouldn’t leave her alone. Finally, she stopped resisting and got out a notebook and her dusty guitar.” ~ Taken from Madam Who?’s website.

After an incredible life which changed forever after she bravely saved her daughter from drowning, the music bug bit again and shows us shows us that grit that allowed Madam Who? survive brain cancer and a long-term abusive relationship, to bring us this excellent track.

Taken from the recent 7-track album from March 2022 named Reclaim Your Power, we see a fine artist who has returned to her first love in magnificent style. Vocally inviting and packed with promise, this a sizzler that deserves all the love in the world.

You Are Not Alone from Pennsylvania, USA-based indie pop artist Madam Who? is a passionate track about knowing that we just need to find our tribe. With so many distractions and people faking it, this is a purposeful track all about speaking your mind and doing what your heart says.

Life is about being connected as one, after all.

Listen up deeply on Spotify and see more via the IG page music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Pennsylvania alternative artist Brem drops raw single to ponder life with on ‘Your Stare’ (EP ver.)

Taken from his recent 5-track EP called ‘4 Days‘, Brem feels like he’s the only one around but also knows that he is really isn’t on the deep track to gaze into with ‘Your Stare(EP ver.).

Brem is an 18-year-old Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania-based indie alternative singer-songwriter and music producer who makes that heartfelt connection vibration you can’t help but play loud.

For years before attempting to make contemporary music, he made music for small indie games in game jams.” ~ Brem

Showing us the world that has taken many away and instead just brought so much trauma, Brem shows us deep inside the darkly lit room that needs a smiling face to light up the ambience again to where it should be.

Because of this background, he developed a unique style in his production, with dark melodies, weird synths, and quirky vocals.” ~ Brem

Your Stare(EP ver.) from Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania-based indie alternative singer-songwriter and music producer Brem is a fascinating song that will have you thinking back to all the friends in life that you have lost. Sensing that invisible vibe that has wrapped a glow all over you, despite wanting to reach out, is the message here that will relate to many.

Sung with a true insight into the feelings that so many of us have felt lately, this is an underground track that will have you staring outside the window in deep thought.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Goldmine knows that the top tier shine is glowing bright on ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ (ft. Nicky Ra and Hue Hinton)

Taken off his well-received 11-track album from 2022 called ‘Secret Handshakes‘, Goldmine feels like he has risen from the ashes and shall only float into a level that many thought impossible before with his ‘Celebrity Apprentice(ft. Nicky Ra and Hue Hinton).

Goldmine is a 21-year-old Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-born indie Hip hop artist and music producer who flows with a smooth intensity that shall keep your boom box happy all day.

He’s spent 2021-2022 playing clubs and opening for acts such as Flo-Rida and more.” ~ Goldmine

Displaying a spellbinding approach that will delight all rap fans who have been looking for that new artist to truly support, Goldmine strikes our attention with a compelling new release that will be stuck in your head all week.

Celebrity Apprentice(ft. Nicky Ra and Hue Hinton) from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-born indie Hip hop artist and music producer Goldmine is a vibe-filled track that urges us to uplift ourselves into thinking like a winner. After earning his stripes and showing that he’s more than ready for the big time, this is a reminder that a new hero is here to illuminate brilliantly.

Sometimes you just know when it’s time to rise and ignore all those doubters who have no clue about the journey it took to get there.

Turn up the voltage on Spotify and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

PNC-FAM keep it real throughout on their latest heavy Hip hop track, ‘THRU MY EYES’

Following up from their previous single ‘D3MON$‘ from 2020, PNC-FAM show what they have felt and seen in this crazy world that can be rather harsh if you walk the wrong road on ‘THRU MY EYES‘.

PNC-FAM is a Norristown, Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop outfit who makes that really raw street-filled rap about life as they see it.

Smashing a hole through the door and showing us they mean business after many detours, PNC-FAM guide us through the dog-eat-dog mindset that has kept them alive when others thought they would be gone years ago. With a sturdy style that keeps you locked in if you like hardcore music, this is a reminder that you need to find a true warrior to stand alongside when the going gets rough.

THRU MY EYES‘ from Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop crew PNC-FAM is a heavy song from a team that has seen what life offers if you are locked behind bars. After seeing who was actually loyal or just pretending to be as they stuck around during the good times, this is a true story which will urge us all to reflect about who we keep company with.

Rapped with vigorous intensity and a pulsating shudder into our souls to learn from – this is a track that shall have you imagining deeply what it’s like to survive the wild streets and come out alive while others are six feet under.

Listen up to this new audio on YouTube and check out the IG page for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Achey feels the relentless demons roaring inside his trembling veins on ‘Beast Boy’

Inspired by XXXTENTACION, Duwap Kaine and Young Thug, Achey drops his latest single which is from his brand new 10-track release and this one is called, ‘Beast Boy‘.

Achey (pronounced AhKey) is a Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-born Hip hop artist who also fuses in punk rock and pop into many of his venomous productions that are crammed with honesty.

Achey did not find it difficult to stand out. Making music from a young age, having a unique fashion sense and a stand out personality.” ~ Achey

With his raw style that shall wrap you in a claw-clinging world that has evil eyes lurking at every corner, Achey has made a blood-soaked single which might have you feeling rather anxious and looking around to see if there is danger to deal with or if these thoughts shall soon pass.

Beast Boy‘ from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-born Hip hop artist Achey is an underground experience that is loaded with much intrigue and slices into your mind like a ravenous chef who isn’t messing around. There is an actual sense of damage on offer here by someone who is battling to extinguish the fire-breathing evil demons that are threatening to jeopardise his very existence. Rapped with a heavy style, this is a street-filled track that will bewilder many, or fascinate others.

See this new music video on YouTube and check out his IG for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Underground Pittsburgh rapper/music producer Braykedown sticks to his tracks no matter what others say with, ‘Swervin’

Staying consistent with his hardcore rhymes as he sets up the shop and gets that paper through that ultimate hustle, Braykedown sees those flaky souls moving constantly through the pressure they can’t handle as he only reaches high to gain that empire on, ‘Swervin‘.

Braden Kowalski aka Braykedown is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop artist, DJ and drummer who is only looking to evolve and be one of the greats in the game no matter the challenges.

Influenced by different artists such as $uicideboy$, Night Lovell, Caskey, Bones, Russ and Juice WRLD.” ~ Braykedown

Dropping a heat-filled missile on the road where others are turning around as they can’t take the temperature, Braykedown revs up the engine and heads towards that place where he will never go hungry again. This is a decisive performance from a self-enlightened rapper/producer who has been down and out, as he now only sees success and victory.

Swervin‘ from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop artist and music producer Braykedown is a track all about making sure that you step on those slithering snakes in your corner before they bite you and take you down to their poor level. He shows us his determination and hard bars here with a solid beat that might bend your speakers, just the way it was intended.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and check out his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Toy Taha wants that picture to be painted all night with her sultry release, ‘Suite EFX’

Taken from her debut release called ‘EIGHT‘, Toy Taha returns with a single skillfully produced by Grammy-Award winning music producer Dreamlife with, ‘Suite EFX‘.

Toy Taha is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based indie RnB solo singer-songwriter who has been creating for around ten years and is now ready to release music for the world to enjoy.

Immersed in themes of nostalgia, empowerment, sexuality and declarations of love.” ~ Toy Taha

Enticing our awaiting ears with something rather seductive and tremendously romantic, Toy Taha temps us to turn this track all the way up and succeeds with a ravishing display of electrifying intent.

Taha attributes her vocal and songwriting influences to Michael & Janet Jackson, Prince, Teena Marie, Amel Larrieux, Beyoncé, Aretha Franklin, Jill Scott, Me’Shell Ndegeocello and more.” ~ Toy Taha

Suite EFX‘ from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based indie RnB solo artist Toy Taha is a steamy-sheets track that might have you glowing with intrigue from this mysterious singer, who has suddenly entered into our lives. After honing her skills and getting her mind right for this specific moment in time, this is a welcome release that might get your heart beating rather briskly. Her vocals are heightened beyond imagination and there is much to admire, about an artist who performs with so much freedom and passion.

When you look into those spark-filled eyes and feel like your soul is connected, time seems to slow down just right.

Listen up to this new track on Spotify and see more via her IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Philadelphia-based gothic witch band 49 Burning Condors begs to be released from the blood-soaked claws of the devil on ‘Noonday’

Noonday by 49 Burning Condors

With a muddy mouth that is struggling to scream for help and a hauntingly ravishing vocal ability that will cause your whole body to shake unexpectedly, 49 Burning Condors startles our shocked speakers with a dynamic performance for the ages on ‘Noonday‘.

49 Burning Condors is an indie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based gothic witch 5-piece rock band who shake cores with skilful aplomb.

We thrive off the myths of malefic witches, lustful gods, and unholy ghosts bound to the Swamp, slithering with its snakes, home and grave to human and beast alike.” ~ 49 Burning Condors

Torching up our enthralled imaginations with something rather uniquely brilliant and thrilling that should have you sleeping through nightmares tonight, 49 Burning Condors spark up the flares and awaken our minds as to what is possibly hiding in the sketchy shadows.

Inspired by the storytelling techniques of Tom Waits, the deep, rolling lulls of Johnny Cash, and the otherworldliness of Karen Elson and Chelsea Wolfe, our music is meant to fracture reality with songs that each feel like their own horror — rotting with love.” ~ 49 Burning Condors

Noonday‘ from indie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based gothic witch rock band 49 Burning Condors, is an ear-slicing song that should please those who love something a bit more horror-like. There is so much to unpack here as this scary dream comes to life, as the dust shakes underground and this terrifying moment comes alive right before our aghast eyes. This is a track to play when the kids are at school or far away, as this is a shockingly sensational single made with such honesty entangled all over this haunting experience.

Hear this clinging single on Bandcamp and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Philadelphia’s Archpalatine shines a light on a romantic moment that is magnificently unforgettable with ‘Hypnotized’

With a locked-in-spell sort of vibe that might have you clicking your fingers and smiling happily at your new lover as you gaze into each other’s eyes, Archpalatine shows us that it is possible to find that special soul on the dance floor of your choosing with ‘Hypnotized‘.

Archpalatine is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based indie Histrionic-Cosmic-Soul band that makes a sterling stage-show type of experience that gets your whole body intertwined with stupendous effect.

Archpalatine infuses his musical presentations with theatrics traditionally reserved for stage shows and are reminiscent of large-scale Broadway features — be they performed on a grand scale, in intimate rooms, or at the trendiest outlets.” ~ Archpalatine

Showing us why they are one of the most flamboyant underground bands around currently, Archpalatine is at its terrific best with a spectacularly entertaining display with a romantic song to get the pulses racing.

Hypnotized‘ from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based indie Histrionic-Cosmic-Soul group Archpalatine is a flair-packed single that will possibly have you getting your clothes ironed and your fragrance ready for action. There are sensational vocals on offer here that will warm your soul – while you look at this wonderful smile you see before you – as you make the first move and see what unfolds from there. Life is about taking calculated chances after all, as you never know what will happen if you try.

Listen up to this catchy single on Spotify and see the progression on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen