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Treva and the Mojos release relevantly single “In the Ditch”

Posted on 13 June 2020

With Italian roots and currently in majestic Melbourne, Australia. You will want to turn up Treva and the Mojos real loud. The distorted sound at the beginning reminds me of a Radiohead song and then the vocals hit right in the stomach.

The band created this indie pop track back in 2012 and released it only now to inspire as it felt relevant and real during these times of COVD-19.

This is a band forging their own path and doing it their way. “In the Ditch” is all about getting ourselves out of that ditch and struggling to make it happen due to all the ugliness out there. I’m so inspired by this track as it’s so real. Millions have hidden away and might never emerge again as they are too scared to come out. It’s so important not to lose your mind right now and stay strong for whoever you care about in the world. Keeping your eyes open and looking to the stars for inspiration is the only way to survive and for our souls to be saved. This is a band with a massive future and their realness is for all to see and their music so stunningly crafted with love.

Stream this soulful band right here on their Spotify page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

”Whoop” the summer open with Okayyy Bee & Les Simple

Posted on 12 June 2020

South Jersey Hip Hop duo Okayyy Bee & Les Simple are here to open up summer with an absolute bang. They have lifted up the gate and smashed through with their blend of fast paced Hip Hop.

The flows are powerfully constructed and they make their intentions known quickly. This duo feel like this is their summer to claim the respect and rewards that come with having a hot track on the streets.

”Whoop” is a party track that gives us a birds eye view of Okayyy Bee & Les Simple and their current mindset. They feel on fire and very confident at the moment to say the least. The mission is to make us much money as possible and feel like they have nothing to prove or lose. This song feels like a tease here as they are just getting started. These two friends have just joined forces and feel like this is a good combo to get them up to the top of the Hip Hop game. With a good beat here and some fiery lyrics, these two are on the plane headed to club moon. Their talents can take them as far as Elon Musk’s rockets.

Stream the South Jersey emcees here on their Spotify page as they start their journey as a Hip Hop duo.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Goodfellow fires in with striking teaser single ”Illusion”

Posted on 12 June 2020

Feeling lied to and having the impression that you don’t have any real friends left must a sad and reflective feeling. You had hope and then it got snatched away. This certain realization of a falling heart hurts like piece of glass stuck in your foot. There is pain but you can take it out and heal the wounds. Goodfellow is a new artist on the scene with a vibrant style and he flows in with this fantastic single of substance.

With an overriding feeling of paranoia we are introduced to an artist with a telling tale to show us. ”Illusion” has a powerful beat and the start is quite magnificently created. I feel like there is smoke everywhere and the artist is slowly floating down. He is ready for this song to explode into action and so are we. Dealing with past relationships that didn’t work out is flashed before our eyes. Words are pointless now with no actions. You can try for only so long. I like this track from Goodfellow and only wish it was a bit longer. I guess that is the point. This was a teaser track, showing us to the window of where this artist can be. More music is welcome when an artist is a quality storyteller and the content is of value.

Stream this striking song and more from this rising artist right here on his Spotify channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Seattle-based Audri is here with splendidly arranged ”Automatic”

Posted on 12 June 2020

Sometimes the feeling is just absolutely laser focused and automatic. You just know when you are attracted to someone and the spark can consume you. The first time I listened to this song I just knew I liked Audri. A lot. Her voice is smokey clear and with intoxicating power.

This is indie-pop with plenty of punch and perfectly percolated with methodical precision. Taken off the new EP titled Aud, put your hands together as one and turn Audri’s music up loud.

With a way of grabbing you by the soul but not in a pushy manner, Seattle native Audri dazzles with her new single. ”Automatic” is all about the first time your eyes meet with someone and the sparks fly off the earth like a furious welder. Her voice is so incredible and she brings us into the story expertly from a distance. There is no coincidence about this talent, she is here with a bang and we need to take note. I feel free while listening to Audri. The production is fantastic and blends in perfectly with her style and for the song’s purpose. We have just witnessed a breakthrough of a massive scale. Audri is on the rise and we need to tune in now.

Click here on Spotify for this song and more music from this fantastic young artist with the world at her feet.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Laurie Vusolo’s returns with impatient story of an ”On and Off” relationship

Posted on 11 June 2020

Sheffield’s Laurie Vusolo is back with a new song and it’s a chilled track that reflects her current mood. ”On & Off” is all about love and what you are willing to do in order to keep the flame burning brightly. The UK has an abundance of incredible artists and once again we are treated to a simple yet beautiful song. This one hits straight to the heart if you have ever experienced the confusion of an on and off relationship- which can be so mentally taxing.

Sometimes your best efforts are not enough and the person you truly desire just doesn’t deserve your love as they are too stubborn to change. Or, are they are willing to make an effort?

With such a soulful voice, this soulful singer-songwriter takes us into her head with ”One & Off‘ and we find out more about her doubts but fascination with an on and off relationship. She knows the time is over and we are sitting on the outside of her apartment while she deals with these feelings. Laurie Vusolo is a wonderful talent. I love her voice and the calm manner in which she portrays her feeling with honest lyrics.

Stream more from this rising singer-songwriter with such soul on her Spotify channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Mike Ruggi is ”Runnin” all the way to the top with debut single

Posted on 11 June 2020

This is the first single off of Mike Ruggi’s debut album ‘Movement‘. I feel like we are witnessing an underdog rise from the ashes, a soul that is so hungry he is going to eat real big.

He is running all the way up and not doing this for anyone else by himself. Sometimes you just have to try that 3 point shot and see what happens. The flow is so rugged and raw. This emcee is breaking down the door to get onto the mic and you can hear the passion.

Newcomer Mike Ruggi steps into the Hip Hop game with a massive chip on his shoulder. He doesn’t lack confidence and has been planning this for a while. ”Runnin” is all about proving to himself that he is worthy to lace the mic with world class skills. His dream was put on hold and we are thrown into his story with haunting beats, a sound that echoes in your ears as you feel his frustration with the process. With a debut like this it feels like Mike Ruggi will be stomping down the streets with more gritty music very soon.

Stream this Hip Hop track with all the right noises here on Spotify and join the journey.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

”Save Me” from Dane Blake (feat. Marcello) is a call for forgiveness

Posted on 11 June 2020

There comes a time when sometimes you reach the point of no return. Your soul is hurt and you have just had enough. Too many nights spent at the club or local bar can take it’s toll. We all need to refresh before it all escalates.

This is a roller coaster of a song and it’s well executed by this singer-songwriter from the USA who has just put out a call for help. Can he forgive himself and move on?

Questioning all of his beliefs, the determined talent that is Dane Blake takes us into his tortured mind with ”Save Me”. He is desperately losing control and really needs help as his soul is burning. A man who sings to us about losing his way, a moment that none of us want to deal with but fear that we unfortunately will. Dane roars his way through the song and the the beat is slow and steady, building all the time as to let us know that this is going to be a passionate track. Thus it is. I feel like swaying by body around and my mood is reflective and thinking of the past, with mostly regret. Towards the end of the song I do feel hope and I guess that is what life is. Lots of ups and lots of downs.

Stream more from this passionate musician right here on his growing Spotify channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

San Diego act Soul Flow reach the right notes with ”Survive”

Posted on 11 June 2020

Hip Hop soul is such a genuine type of music as it has all the right ingredients. Smooth bass lines, followed by soothing vocals that are of such a high standard. San Diego’s Soul Flow warm our hearts and for almost 3 minutes, helping us forget about all the hate and divide that we see on TV currently.

Just staying alive and going through stormy climates in order to get the promised land is the message here. ”Survive” is the new single for this upcoming band and it’s orchestrated to such effect to heal us all.

”Soul Flow’‘ take us on a flight of survival and show you their pain while jazzing it up with a world class sound from the whole band. Trying to find that peace of mind is such a tough journey but we can do it, if we all work together. This is a fairly new band but they clearly enjoy playing together and they must be a pleasure to see live in he face. The song is simple, yet comes off genuine and effective. This is the start of an exciting chapter and we are along for the soul ride.

Stream this new Hip Hop band’s music right here on their Spotify page to get that good soul music.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

LoverboyBass turns the heat up high with ”Quality Time”

Posted on 10 June 2020

With the sexy lyrics of Californian born LoverboyBass to get you in the mood, ”Quality Time” is an R&B song to relax and chill with and will certainly keep the temperatures high this summer.

There is nothing complicated about this song as the vocals are pure and the message is clear. LoverboyBass is urging his fantasy woman to be with him and he declares his love for her in a confident manner.

With an incredible ability to keep his voice low in a seductive manner throughout, LoverboyBass strides through with absolute certainty and makes known that he is indeed the man for this occasion. He wants to spend ”Quality Time’‘ with his woman, in whichever way he can. The stetting is intimate and it feels like the lights are really low, the candles are lit, the wine is poured and the slow dance is about to begin. Germany based LoverboyBass has released a top of the line R&B lovers anthem to steam up any setting.

Stream more from LoverboyBass right here on his Spotify channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

California’s No Refunds rock in with solid debut ”No Guarantees”

Posted on 9 June 2020

No Refunds from California have powered in with a debut to remember. With their Alt Rock infused ”No Guarantees”, this is a song about respect, ignorance in mass media and being nice to each other. A welcome message from this young band who are clearly frustrated with the political landscape in the USA and just want things to work around them.

With a diverse background of different music styles among the band, No Refunds come in with a bang here and you can tell that they have been building up to this exact moment. The boys have fine tuned their guitars and are now ready to just play their hearts out and spread their message all over the world.

No Refunds have a quality sound and for a new band, sound really tight with their debut song ”No Guarantees”. A story about keeping things civil and championing positive interactions between humans, No Refunds saunter in with their heads held high and make a rocking statement for 2020. A band with a big future, let’s hope the lineup changes are complete so they can fully make a name for themselves in the gritty Californian music scene. No Refunds are here to warm our hearts with a positive song about thinking for yourself and not just believing everything you hear and see on TV. Wise beyond their years and self-aware, look for impending releases from this motivated outfit.

Hear this debut from the exciting Montebello based act on their new Spotify page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen