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Minnesota-based pop artist Tim Mahoney unites the world on the inspirational new single, ‘We Should Be Shooting Stars’

Posted on 20 February 2022
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With a sincerely impassioned call for peace and humanity in a brutal world increasingly tolerant of gun-fueled bloodshed that tears so many people apart, Tim Mahoney sings with such love and care on a single all about asking us all to find a solution to this madness with, ‘We Should Be Shooting Stars‘.

Tim Mahoney is a Minneapolis, Minnesota-based indie-pop singer-songwriter who writes from the soul as his only motivation is to help the world unite as one team.

“This song is a first for me,” says Mahoney. “I believe in every word I’m saying. I’m really hoping it just helps unite and bring people together. This can sound cliché, but I think it really needs to start with one person – you and me with this song.” ~ Tim Mahoney

Soaring high with a real message that should give you shivers all over your exposed spines, Tim Mahoney flies high like an example for us to aspire to. He sings with loving energy that appears only genuine and real, that has you shaking with inspired juices flowing in your veins as the door to unity creaks open slowly.

‘We Should Be Shooting Stars‘ from Minneapolis, Minnesota-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Tim Mahoney, a stunning message that needs to be played loud and proud all over the world as we count on each other to be better together. With superb lyrics that keep it importantly honest – and featuring ear-shaking vocals – that might cause the hairs on your body to shoot up, as we close our eyes and wonder why this carnage continues. This is that vital picture that we all need to paint together, in a calm way that has the guns down and the conversation up.

Finding a peaceful solution will certainly define this generation.

Listen up to this new single on Soundcloud and see more via the FB music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Toronto’s Chris Sunfield urges us to locate those true hopes and dreams on ‘Begin’

Posted on 20 February 2022

After heading towards his lowest ebb and not knowing whether he would be able to reach up again and find a happy place as he felt the sadness of not doing what he loved, Chris Sunfield shows us his renewed vigour after music helped save his life with his latest single, ‘Begin‘.

Chris Sunfield is a Toronto, Canada-based indie singer-songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist who has shown us the way to being truly fulfilled in life.

”New to the music scene after quietly writing songs in obscurity for years and living a different life.” ~ Chris Sunfield

Taken off his brand new 4-track EP called ‘Far Away Objects‘, this is the true story of making sure that you start your passions before it’s too late as you will regret it if you don’t. Feeling lost in something that doesn’t make you smile is no way to live, and we are reminded of this on a stunning single filled with hope and inspiration.

After being in an accident recently and losing a few close friends and mentors, this is a man who has opened his eyes and knew what he had to do as he speaks from the heart. With glorious vocals brewing from the speakers, this is such a sweet song that will surely fill you up with love and determination.

”Chris recorded his first songs in high school. He was accepted into a university music program despite not knowing how to read music. He struggled and soon switched majors, eventually receiving a PhD in psychology and ending up as a consultant.” ~

‘Begin‘ from Toronto, Canada-based indie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Chris Sunfield, is a lovely single that is ultra-catchy and blesses our souls with a real message that the whole world needs to hear. With so many people hating what they do and letting the hands of time dictate their lives, this is a heartfelt single that should wake many into action.

If you just start and stop wondering what if, you never know what you are actually capable of.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

South Padre Island-based Jessica Wolf turns the ship around on her inspiring new single about letting go of all doubts on, ‘Samurai’

Posted on 19 February 2022

Taken as the lead single from her first full-length 8-track album, ‘Prakriti‘, Jessica Wolf brings forth her ninja-like mentality to get rid of anything that is holding her back from seeing the light of life with ‘Samurai‘.

Jessica Wolf is a South Padre Island, Texas-based classical piano and violin-trained indie singer-songwriter and music producer.

”The first track, Samurai, is about slaying the demons within and stepping up to the plate, in order to help usher in a new age of prosperity and wisdom on planet earth.” ~ Jessica Wolf

On a spiritually illuminating track that has you admiring her vivid imagination, Jessica Wolf is in Buffy the Vampire mood and vows to slice through anything holding her and the world back from being in a better latitude to succeed.

‘Samurai‘ from South Padre Island, Texas-based indie singer-songwriter Jessica Wolf, is an electronic pop/rock track that sizzles your senses awake and has you reaching for your motivation to release anything that has been holding you back. With mesmerizing vocals and a space-like beat that sends you into a cosmic world that is highly original, this is a mind-altering single from an artist who takes things into a new galaxy to show us that you can actually be the best version of yourself.

Listen in to this new single on Soundcloud and see more via the IG music.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Irish electronic artist Ilsantino feels it close tonight on a sterling tribute with ‘Everything (Studio 54 Mix)’

Posted on 17 February 2022

Displaying everlasting love for a classic club that has been entrenched into our minds forever, Ilsantino rivets our senses alight with his new single that will get you moving and grooving on ‘Everything (Studio 54 Mix)‘.

Paul Nolan aka Ilsantino is an Irish electronic artist, singer-songwriter and music blogger who shows his love for synthpop in most of his creations.

”The music video is a homage to the infamous Studio 54 nightclub which had an indelible impact on the music, fashion, and pop culture of late-70s New York and also played a huge role in shaping the pop aesthetic and musical landscape of the 1980s.” ~ Ilsantino

With a stunning landscape that has been cultivated so purely by a master of his chosen craft, Ilsantino sends the world a fitting tribute on a track that will invoke many memories – for those who had a chance to visit this classic venue – or heard of its magnificence that shall live on forever.

‘Everything (Studio 54 Mix)‘ from Irish electronic artist Ilsantino, sizzles just right and get the speakers blaring into an 80s inspired whirlwind that shall get you off the couch and onto the sweaty dance floor again. This is a feel-good anthem that has been made with an ode to the past that has defined a generation of party fans that still look up to this legendary venue that changed so many lives.

Listen in to this new single on Spotify and see more via the FB page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Brooklyn’s Marian Renta knew it would end this way from those cold arms on ‘Shot in the Dark’

Posted on 16 February 2022

As her soul was reinvigorated to come back to her true love after being on an extended hiatus from 2014 to 2020, Marian Renta shares the visuals from her latest single all about wondering why a previous lover didn’t let you in as you desired with ‘Shot in the Dark‘.

Marian Renta is a Brooklyn, New York-born indie alt-pop singer-songwriter, pianist, and music producer who makes that passionate soundscape that has been made from the deepest part of her heart.

”Known for her prolific songwriting and highly emotive singing style, Renta gained popularity in 2011 with the independent release of her debut studio album ‘One of a Kind’. Despite the album being met with generally positive critical reception, Renta stepped away from music in 2014 to focus on her personal life.” ~ Marian Renta

With a vibrant vocal ability and honest lyrics that might have you on the edge of your seat, Marian Renta is a multi-talented artist who is as authentic as they come. Her music stands out from many others due to its pulsating energy that will have you shaking in admiration for what you have just witnessed.

This is the message of knowing when to walk away from someone who just couldn’t provide what you needed – as you knew that the sad ending would happen – no matter how they thought this would unfold.

‘Shot in the Dark‘ from Brooklyn, New York-born indie alt-pop singer-songwriter, pianist, and music producer Marian Renta is an ear-warming experience that has been interwoven together by a truly dynamic artist who puts her all into each carefully made release. After being away from her creative outlet for many years, you feel her hunger on each note that might have you shedding a tear as we are drawn into the story of her heart being suffocated for too long.

This is a track to play when you need to vent out your own personal love-torn experiences, to clear an open path to find that special soul who is just right for you.

See this expressive music video on YouTube and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Isaiah Mclaughlin remembers those sad tears on this important single, ‘As a Parent’

Posted on 14 February 2022

Originally written back in 2016/17, Isaiah Mclaughlin brings us a vital topic of exposing those spineless abusers who put so much strain on a young mind that needs to flourish in only good vibes with ‘As a Parent‘.

Isaiah Mclaughlin is a Colorado Springs, USA-based indie-pop singer-songwriter who has constructed so many versions of this single but has decided that now is the time to finalize proceedings.

As he skillfully conveys those emotions that no one should have to go through when the lights are out and the owls are awake, Isaiah Mclaughlin flicks on the switch to our imagination to show us that many out there have had to go through so much trauma that is often swept under the rug.

On a fast-lit beat that is raised to a level that wakes you up from any previous slumber, we are thrust into a vocally-charged performance that leaves no doubt that this is something real and vital to know about.

‘As a Parent‘ from Colorado Springs, USA-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Isaiah Mclaughlin is a heartbreaking story about being scolded for no reason on this striking new electro-fused effort. In a world where so much good can be done when teaching the youth – this is a reminder that not is all well – behind those locked doors where evil monsters may roam freely and without anyone to stop them from wreaking torture on innocent souls.

Listen to this honest release on Spotify and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

No One from No Place directs us into that easily breakable fragility in our lives on ‘Looks Floating’

Posted on 13 February 2022

Dealing closely with the parody of life and death, in a rather cynical nature, No One from No Place tells us all the truth that many feel each day on his genuine new release, ‘Looks Floating‘.

No One from No Place is a Jim Vest-created Appalachian Hills, Ohio-based indie singer-songwriter music project that is made with superb animation that will take your breath away.

”Some sort of cross between an Appalachian hillbilly, and the ghost of Ian Curtis.” ~ No One from No Place

Bringing us something so authentic and flowing with an articulate disposition that surges intrinsically like a calm river in springtime, No One from No Place sends us a real beauty to hug and cherish as we begin to understand that making sure our connections are genuine as possible to ensure that they hold on through the vicious storms of life.

‘Looks Floating‘ from Appalachian Hills, Ohio-based singer-songwriter No One from No Place is a really insightful single that has your thoughtful consciousness intrigued with a message all about knowing that we aren’t actually alone in this strange world. We are all actually suffering deep inside but if we can somehow keep our souls alive, we can indeed help humankind be a much better place.

Listen in to this new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Bristol’s The Inside wishes to be lost in space with the transfixing release, ‘Misery’

Posted on 13 February 2022

As he feels so disconnected from the existing world that makes no sense to his smart mind, The Inside floats up above and takes his precious consciousness away from all the madness that seems to numb all over his body on ‘Misery‘.

The Inside is a Bristol, UK-based indie singer-songwriter, rapper and music producer who is inspired by legendary artists such as Frank Ocean and the late greats Mac Miller and David Bowie.

”A music nerd devoted to studying melodies and lyrics, The Inside mood swinging music is a mix of alternative pop, art-rock and experimental hip hop in a cluster grenade of sound.” ~ The Inside

Ultimately, the compelling vocals and transformative class of The Inside is something to truly treasure. There is a mystique here that is rather remarkable, as he carefully takes us for a thought-provoking expedition that is such a mind-bending mission we can all enjoy no matter what our tastes in music are.

‘Misery‘ from Bristol, UK-based indie singer-songwriter, rapper and music producer The Inside, is the call for everything to be fine again as something is clearly not right. This is an experimental track of the very highest order – with an artist who sends us into another galaxy – as he dreams of something better than he currently sees while transmitting a track that is so rich in such distinct quality you just have to strap in and enjoy the ride.

Hear this deep experience on Spotify and see more of the story on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Horsham-based Dark-Pop sensation Parkerxx knows that her ex is still obsessed with her desirable beauty on ‘You Still Want Me’

Posted on 12 February 2022

After impressing us all with her outstanding release from late 2020 called ‘Lights Out’, Parkerxx is back and in an unforgettable mood with her ultra-catchy new single you can’t stop hearing in the deepest part of your seduced soul with ‘You Still Want Me‘.

Parkerxx aka Steph McGuire is a Horsham, UK-based alternative Dark-Pop solo singer-songwriter who uses her love for fashion, art and literature to create classy and delectable music that is totally original.

”My most notable achievement to date is having my single ‘Love Bites’ reach the semi-finals in the 2020 International Songwriting Competition. Out of over 26,000 entries ‘Love Bites’ was chosen as one of 200 tracks for the Pop Top 40 category.” ~ Parkerxx

Showing us why she is one of the most compelling Pop talents out of the UK that you should know about, Parkerxx constructs the type of mesmerizingly enchanting music that seems to vibrate in your innocent ears and has you somehow turning up the volume automatically to make sure that you don’t miss a second of this excellent musician.

‘You Still Want Me‘ from UK-based alternative Dark-Pop solo artist Parkerxx, is one of those hot tracks that might burn you if you aren’t too careful. We find a captivating talent who is improving incredibly after each release, as she finds her ideal sound and catches your attention like a lightning storm that has your heart beating in a way that is hard to explain. She seems to possess that extra desire that you are born with – and leads us into her world that has moved on – from someone who didn’t do what was necessary to keep her around and is now regretting this ill-advised move.

Listen to this new sizzling single on Spotify and see more of her exciting life via the IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Louie Miles ponders the past on his latest reflective single, ‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note’

Posted on 12 February 2022

As he wonders why he is sinking deeper and so confused about why his situation is so strange as he gazes through the window for comfort, Louie Miles looks up into the sky and hopes for calmer days ahead with ‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note‘.

Louie Miles is a Liverpool, UK-based indie alternative solo singer-songwriter and music producer who is inspired by legends such as Radiohead, as well as genres such as Jazz, Funk and Soul while making a mixture of music that is too varied to ever truly pinpoint.

There is something rather special about this young artist who seems to have an old soul, as Louie Miles leads us into a song that feels like it is from another generation altogether. His tone is soft but revealing, as he sends us a reevaluation of ourselves as we stand outside in the rain – to hopefully wash away those self-doubts – so that calmness and understanding may be more prevalent moving forward.

‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note‘ from the West Midlands-born, Liverpool-based indie alternative solo artist/producer Louie Miles, sends our minds into a reflective state of pondering why everything flipped over upside down to have you in a bad place. With an eerie style that has you turning the volume up as you put yourself in his damp shoes, this is a cinematic-like track that sends you into a whole new galaxy-travelling world to find your true place that feels just right.

Listen to this new single on YouTube and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen