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The News: David Wakeling grows furiously frustrated with humanity on I Hate Everybody

With massive dislikes for racists and cottage cheese, David Wakeling slams the door shut forever on dodgy dentists and anyone who could be a sneaky stinging wasp on the statement track I Hate Everybody.

David Wakeling is a Brockton, Massachusetts-born indie singer-songwriter who is a revered name in the game and performs with expert skill and timing.

Between global warming, continued mass shootings, politicians holding on to power for power’s sake, dictators killing innocents..yeah, kinda hate everybody.” ~ David Wakeling

After releasing his 13th and most likely last full-length album called Oddities and Curios, David Wakeling is the pinnacle of experience personified and guides us into exactly what his thoughts are. Fed up with the evil deeds of those in invisible suits, this is a song all about telling it how it really is in reality.

I Hate Everybody from Brockton, Massachusetts-born indie singer-songwriter David Wakeling is a rather exemplary effort from a truly well-respected figure in the underground. Loaded with so much insight and a real flow which can’t be taught, as he ravages into the poor performance of so many who were supposed to help humanity, not destroy it.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

There’s No Place To Hide: Anni fearlessly escapes from the suffocating cage on The Revealing

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Produced by her friend and encouraging role model to the next step in her life named John Lister, Anni is that honest shy hero the world needed on the astonishing release, The Revealing.

Anni (pronounced Ann-Eye) is an Ontario, Canada-based indie rock singer-songwriter and music producer who has emerged from the shadows to sing away her fears forever.

After doing work for a few bands, and a lot of voice work in jingles and other commercial work, she decided it was time to finally get noticed. She figured that edgy pop music would be her best choice, so she contacted some local studios to begin work on a demo song.” ~ Anni

Urging her shaken heart to break free from worrying about things she can’t control, Anni opens up her vulnerability to the world and shows such courageousness. Working with the well-respected John Lister, we find out what a truly brave single sounds like.

A symphonic rock song by Anni singing about stage fright and being front and center on a stage. The instruments feature a full string ensemble and choir, along with the band instruments.” ~ Anni

The Revealing from Ontario, Canada-based indie rock singer-songwriter Anni is a rather brilliant effort from a soul who wants to fly free from her own mind. Sung with purpose and passion, featuring a stunning melody and production to savour, we find a sure-fire classic to turn up loud.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Hooked On You: AARON ELVIS feels the fire burning deep within the soul on the sexy Supersonic

Chasing his lover around and enjoying each moment while it lasts, AARON ELVIS wants to trust the process but doesn’t want to lose this unbelievable heart on Supersonic.

AARON ELVIS is a Sydney, Australia-based Hawaii-born indie pop singer-songwriter who grew up with music in his veins due to his parent’s classic records.

Epic beyond previous levels of comprehension, AARON ELVIS demonstrates so much love and excitement on this ear-tingling track. On a beat so sexy it might cause blushes, Supersonic is the kind of song to kiss passionately with.

Supersonic from Sydney, Australia-based indie pop singer-songwriter AARON ELVIS is a superheated single which might cause lots of sweaty bodies to join together as one. With lyrics to be illuminated by and lots of stunning exuberance, this is a rather special performance of much substance.

When you know who you are into, keeping that fire alive is all that matters.

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Are You Still Feeling It: Lauren Hannah misses that addictively smokey love on Cigarette

Lighting up just one more time to get that first taste, promising Scot Lauren Hannah wonders why her past lover decided to give her false hope on the ear-soothing new single to reminisce with on Cigarette.

Lauren Hannah is an 18-year-old indie pop singer-songwriter who is from Scotland and she sings with the kind of tenderness and care which will heal all sad hearts.

My recent single, Cigarette, was recorded at a college in Scotland and produced and mixed by my cousin as part of a sound production project and it has already had airplay on BBC Radio Scotland Introducing.” ~ Lauren Hannah

Sung so sweetly and giving our arms and back shivers from her gorgeous voice, Lauren Hannah is a kind angel who guides us through a hugely relatable memory so many can recall. Gracefully intertwining all of our souls, this is a rather special performance which needs to be treasured.

Cigarette from the Scotland-based indie pop artist Lauren Hannah is a rather epic anthem for anymore who needs to meditate away from that traumatic moment. Sung with so much eloquent verve to stop all distracted ears in their tracks, this is a rather exceptional effort from such a young musician.

You’ll know it’s time for the last puff when it starts to taste differently.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Where Did You Go: North Norfolk country artist Ervin yearns for her return on Carolynn

Known throughout his local area for hosting the legendary open mic called Rock the Lobster, Ervin shows the value in working with producer Aeron Z Jones with a riveting display on Carolynn.

Ervin aka Ervin Munir is a North Norfolk-based indie country singer-songwriter and a member of the band Cutting the Mustard.

He writes heartfelt songs about life and social injustice with an eye for the ridiculous. His influences are Paul Simon, James Taylor and the Eagles and one of his early highlights has been performing “The Boxer” at a folk group hosted by Peggy Seeger.” ~ Ervin

Performed with a dynamic exuberance and an endearing romance, Ervin sings with the kind of quality which is rather rare in this overly-rushed world. Lathered in so much excellence, it’s hard not to like this outstanding effort.

Carolynn from North Norfolk-based indie country singer-songwriter Ervin is a rather sweet single about wishing for a return from the sweetest girl in the world. Sung with kind tenderness and comforting energy, this is a single to take us into a happier state of mind despite the distance between two loving hearts.

When love is real, anything is attainable.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

You’ll Be Leaving Him: Minneapolis folk artist shugE drops live version for Concrete and Steel

After a decade away from the music game shugE resurfaces and goodness, it was certainly worth the wait on the super single to gain knowledge from inside the eye-opening track, Concrete and Steel.

shugE is a Minneapolis, USA-based indie folk singer-songwriter who is one of those underappreciated musicians who is truly respected on the underground circuit.

In 2013 shugE went on hiatus to fight a long, drawn out child custody battle & was triumphantly able to return to performing in 2022.” ~ shugE

Rather angry as he wrote the lyrics, shugE shows us the harsh realities where cities are built to be seemingly unhospitable and hard to navigate. Questioning the reality of our current land, this is the story of wondering where a true home really is.

Concrete and Steel from Minneapolis, USA-based indie folk singer-songwriter shugE is a rather real song for so many to ponder on deeply. In a rush-rush world, we find a quality song taken off the upcoming EP I’ll be in love with you until the day I die, which is due out on 13th April.

If this is a sign of things to come, our tired souls will surely reinvigorate.

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Hard To Tell: Bronx rapper QRome shoves the lazy losers out the way on Dum Broke Lame

Showing all the lame guys out there what is going to happen next, QRome spits the truth for so many who just can’t conceptualize how to treat a brave woman right on Dum Broke Lame.

QRome aka AVACADO Queen aka QSharonne Cornwell is a Bronx, NYC-based indie hip hop artist, singer and student who is currently studying Mental Health in Clinical Psychology.

Yu Really GOT These Dum Broke LAME A** NIG** OUT HERE MAN THIS is for MY LADIES RIGHT HERE LOL.” ~ QRome

Pulsating with so much raw energy which shall excite those who like it underground, QRome shakes off the needless negativity once and for all with a courageously potent performance to remember forever. This is hardcore rap for a reason. When you are tired of being messed around, this is the result of pent-up frustration.

Dum Broke Lame from the Bronx, NYC-based indie hip hop artist/singer QRome is a huge statement for anyone who needs to brush away something which shall not last. Rapped with honest abandon and loaded with so many edgy lines which shall get the blood flowing, this is a fantastic single to play on loud. This is for the ladies you see.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Take You Inside: Ukrainian artist Allexa Bash doesn’t want any regrets on Stay

Taken from her powerful 8-track release called Dark Angels, Allexa Bash is rather exquisite on the superb single to play on full volume and with passionate intensity, Stay.

Allexa Bash is a classically-trained Ukraine-born Dubai-based indie alternative singer-songwriter who has an outstanding vocal proficiency which is fused with her remarkable work ethic and love for her craft.

A brilliantly versatile musician able to cover pop, rock and jazz, Allexa’s interest in music began when she was just four. She would use a fake mic from her grandmother as if it were real before she progressed to writing her own lyrics.” ~ Allexa Bash

Lathered in so much atmospheric energy to swim deeply inside, Allexa Bash is in top form and shall change perceptions with one of the more unforgettable arrangements in recent history. Everything is so classy and without fuss, you see, as our hearts heal from all anxiousness.

Stay from Dubai-based indie alternative singer-songwriter Allexa Bash is one of the more dynamic sizzlers possible in our ears. She sings with a world-class ability and this is a real stunner to play when extra motivation is needed. Crisp to the core and features an impressive arrangement to ease all romantic worries away.

When two hearts want to stay, anything is possible.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Doing All The Talking: Lloyd Jerwood grows tired of the meaningless words on Out Loud!

Produced by Martin Luke Brown (Victoria Canal, Lizzy McAlpine, Dylan) and veering into a grittier direction, Lloyd Jerwood shows us the new version in all its glory with the superbly delivered Out Loud!

Lloyd Jerwood is a Wales/London-based indie pop singer-songwriter who fuses all souls together with an authentic blend of pure bliss.

The song is about someone who’s hurting the people around them because they can’t face the truth and, in this particular situation, not being able to see that they’re the only person they’re kidding.” ~ Lloyd Jerwood

Rising his soul away from the doubts and hollow words which can only cause heartache, Lloyd Jerwood slides his name into our precious hearts with a rather special execution to remember.

Enlightening all the way through and struck with real relevance, this is a monumental display to bathe in briskly, with that bath water steaming hot to ease the stress away.

Out Loud! from Wales/London-based indie pop singer-songwriter Lloyd Jerwood is a dynamic statement track about the frustrations which can cause disappointment, anger and total confusion if not mentally processed. Sung with a transcendent aura which will heal many wounds from the harsh climates of recent times romantically, this is a single the world needs to hear right now.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Trouble: Camila Knight hopes for one more chance in love on no need to say goodbye

Hoping for more time to cross the river and save this drowning romance, Camila Knight displays so much strength on the loving anthem to drift all doubts away with no need to say goodbye.

Camila Knight is an eclectic alt-pop singer-songwriter who performs with so much grace and desire on each one of her stunning soundtracks.

I wrote this song in mid-August 2022 building it up on an initial idea that I had for a chorus melody. I composed it on my old piano in my cosy basement studio adding in the melody for the verses and lyrics. After some alone time and roughly two songwriting sessions, the song was ready. As soon as I finished it I played it acoustically on Twitch and then started rehearsing it with my band. Recorded a demo in my home studio and then at the beginning of October 2022 we went to the recording studio to record drums (Jorge Gándara). Afterwards, I worked on the production and mixing/mastering remotely across the continents. The song was produced by the wonderful Isaiah Jose and was mixed/mastered by the amazing Mike Dwyer that collaborated with such great artists as Shawn Mendes, Jade Bird, Vance Joy and The Lumineers.” ~ Camila Knight

After purring our trepidations away like a caring angel on Brave from December 2021, Camila Knight soars from the pain and aviates towards the happy place she feels ready for. Showing us why her music has been so heavily streamed all over the globe, we find a truly soul-healing artist to believe in.

no need to say goodbye by the superb and rising alt-pop singer-songwriter Camila Knight is a rather fuse-friendly soundtrack to turn on loud when additional inspiration is required.

With a mind-soothing single to soar high inside when the storms are still brewing, this is a supreme endeavour made for the world to heal all wounds no matter the current climate.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen