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Dylan Koski – I’ve Got Mine: Scorching Guitar-Driven Modern Rock

Posted on 5 November 2020
https://dylankoski.com/track/2454257/i-ve-got-mine

From the four-tracker “Sour Milk and Cigarettes”, Dylan Koski’s “I’ve Got Mine” is a modern, searing, scorching guitar-driven rock track which easily showcases Koski’s virtuoso guitar skills alongside his bourbon-burned vocals. With a guitar tone to die for, reminiscent of Santana and Rory Gallagher, rich in old-school ‘woman tone’, the guitar perfectly compliments Koski’s unique lyrical take on the ‘old school love song’.

Featuring Brandon Pettiford on drums and Tony Harpon on bass, and recorded at Sonic Lounge Studios, “I’ve Got Mine” is the absolute real deal of a track – Driving and powerful, modern yet familiar, slick and stylish, riff-driven yet with real songwriting style, “I’ve Got Mine” is an absolute stormer of a song.

Check out the “Sour Milk and Cigarettes” EP on Spotify, and the “I’ve Got Mine” video on YouTube.

Review by Alex Holmes

JD3 rock with the brilliant ‘No Fools’

Posted on 5 September 2020

Northeast Indiana’s JD3  (The Jondo Trio) bring that good bluesy country on the sensible-seeking single ‘No Fools‘.

JD3, also/previously known as The Jondo Trio, are a southern rock swamp stomp powerhouse. Their live performances have earned them a cult following all over their travels. The gruff vocals grabs your attention and you get lost in the crowd with the excellent guitar riffs.

Originally a power trio in the vein of ZZ Top, in 2016, The Jondo Trio (Nate Mosley-guitar & vocals, Paul Osborn-drums, Stu Way-Bass) with the release of their 2nd album, Scraps From The Borderlands, added a fourth member (Chris Dafforn- keys & trumpet) and re-branded themselves as JD3.

JD3 performs primarily in the Midwest (they are based out of ) but have also developed a bit of a cult following in Europe which is so great to see. Their music style transcends borders and they sound hungry here.

With the release of their third album, ‘Something Good‘ recently, the band took a deeper dive into exploring their southern rock and r&b roots, showcasing their songwriting skills and deep groove. ‘Something Good‘ was released with both band names- JD3 & The Jondo Trio – to help fans of each of the prior albums to “find” each other. This is a strong release and is well-received.

Stream the new song here on YouTube.

Click here for the Facebook page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Ryan Charles powers in with confidence on ”Rare Breed”

Posted on 3 June 2020

Ryan Charles, Southern Country & Western artist and future star, is back with his new song called ”Rare Breed”. This is a statement song about his arrival in the music game and he isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. This man is on a mission and with his Harley Davidson, guitar and ripped jeans, this American biker is ready. Bring on a movie about his life.

With a massive chip on his shoulder and after being fed up with life in his hometown in North Carolina, he ditched the small town ways and headed up to big-time California. The goal? To become a performing artist of course, make ladies swoon in his presence and make men wish they were him. The last two points are merely guesses from my side but you get the point, Ryan Charles had a goal and he took his chance.

”Rare Breed” is all about building up your confidence and taking that opportunity to get away from the bad influences of back home, that you know aren’t going to take you anywhere but down. Southern Rocker Ryan Charles  and his guitar have just stepped up to the plate and this is an artist to take seriously. He wants success and respect in this music game so armed with his strong voice, inspiring lyrics and hard-nosed attitude, this single release puts him in the conversation.

Review by Llewelyn Screen

Gideon’s Army – Don’t Mind: The Elvis of The Millennial Era

Posted on 12 March 2018

Comparing Gideon’s Army to Elvis is the only feasible way I can allude just how monstrously sexy the Southern Rock band are. The New York band use Classic styling against their contemporary synergy, in short, their music wouldn’t be out of place on a ‘Songs to Strip to’ compilation CD. Perhaps I’m getting a little carried away by Gideon’s Army’s sound, but who doesn’t melt at the sound of soul-crunching riffs and dirty Rock n Roll vocals?

King Of The League was the band’s latest album brought out in January 2016, I personally see it as a crime that they’re not using their show stopping talent to treat fans to their uniquely vibrant sound. I don’t think begging is beneath me. Anyway, if you’re looking for a fresh hit of the same iconic sound as previously exuded by the Rolling Stones and Tom Petty, you don’t want to miss out on this track.

You can check out Don’t Mind on SoundCloud using the link below:

https://soundcloud.com/gideonsarmymusic/dont-mind-by-gideons-army

Keep up to date with all Gideon’s Army’s latest releases by following them on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/gideonsarmymusic

Review by Amelia Vandergast