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Moving On: Sweden’s Annie Öster finds the strength deep within to close the painful chapter on ‘For Your Sake’

Posted on 17 April 2021

Breaking away from being held underground for far too long, Annie Öster is ready for the next journey to find her true peace, as she unties herself to flourish like never before on ‘For Your Sake‘.

Annie Öster is a sensationally courageous Stockholm, Sweden indie pop singer-songwriter/pianist, who after ten years of being away from performing live, found the strength to beat the performance anxiety demons, to now fly free unshackled and doing what she loves.

You feel her strength inside the music she beautifully sings, the horrific covid-19 pandemic helped change her thinking as she realized that life is too short, to be locked inside any longer with someone she gave so much for but got very little back from. When you find that elusive key and never let it go, you feel like you are in a new world and you know that this is the right place for you to flourish like a butterfly roaming in delightful innocence.

‘For Your Sake‘ from the brave Stockholm singer-songwriter/pianist Annie Öster, is the story that sets you away from the pain inside as it builds and builds, breaking you for a while until you decide to be happy again. Being stuck in the quicksand of the past only holds you back, until you take that step to be in your own path again, not tied to anyone else’s selfish trail anymore.

See the video on YouTube, stream this sterling effort from the inspirational Annie on Spotify and see her IG for more stories.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Million Dollar Dreams: Roanin keeps on reaching for his goals on ‘Perfect Picture’

Posted on 27 March 2021

As he eagerly drives towards the positive light away from the doom and gloom, Roanin unlocks the door and shows us into his ‘Perfect Picture‘ of peace and freedom.

Roanin Anwar aka Roanin is a talented Kurdish electronic music producer, DJ, songwriter, and composer, who was born in peaceful Sweden. He fuses that deep vibration about never giving up on what you want to achieve, as he breathes new life into our lives after the depressing last twelve months for the whole planet.

This is the story of having that feeling inside that you just can’t shake, as you see others veer from their dreams, you refuse to do the same and are only interested in driving toward the sun of enlightenment, where finances are incredible so you can live the life you want.

His vocals are honest and with a freshly tuned beat – this is a terrific track to turn on when you wake up each day – as the message is one of positive energy, away from the bad vibes which do more harm than good.

‘Perfect Picture‘ from Sweden’s electro-producer Roanin, sums up the current mood of the world as we look to keep those goals alive of living a comfortable life, that are fueled by the massacre of a year that has made so many of us jobless. With new opportunities on the way, this is the time to build up, so you can be stronger on your mountain of self-discovery.

Stream this track on YouTube and see his IG for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Ultimate Temptation: Sweden’s Yellow Majesty brings us a true warning of gluttony with ‘Honey Sweet’

Posted on 23 March 2021

Featuring a music video that will make you smile and also have you nodding your head with its honesty, Yellow Majesty showcases his excellent audio visual talents with ‘Honey Sweet‘.

Yellow Majesty is an audio-visual music project from Amir Haj-Bolouri. who is a Swedish multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, and lyricist, who blends in the comedy with the strikingly real.

”Drawn from influences within the rock genre, our sonic landscape builds on a textured outfit of haunting melodies, obscure and suggestive lyrics, versatile guitar playing, heavy bass, dark synthesizers, and punchy drumming”.- Yellow Majesty

The quick-fire vocals has you fascinated quickly, as you bob your head to the beat that captures your mind into a frenzy, with all the images of unnecessary gluttony going on that seems to consume the mind of so many, as they get tricked into eating rubbish food that makes you even hungrier.

‘Honey Sweet‘ from Swedish multi-talented Yellow Majesty, grabs your hand and leads you into the world that has been created, with food and temptation everywhere in this world that has so many distracting adverts everywhere. He brings an honest portrayal to remind us all that being smart about what enters your body, only serves to help you long term, before you get swallowed up by the sugar rush that ultimately wins if you let it.

See the new video here on YouTube and check out his IG for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Be true to yourself: Sweden’s Pressure lift us up with more realness on ‘What You See (Is What You Get)’

Posted on 18 March 2021

They encourage us to be unique no matter what and Pressure turn up the volume to drown out all of the self-doubt whispers, on their heart-stopping and exciting new single called ‘What You See (Is What You Get)’.

Pressure is an entertaining three-piece alt-rock band from calming Stockholm in stunning Sweden. They firmly fuse together that real rock music with double meanings that sparks your mind and body into action.

With fiery lyrics and gripping vocals mixed with incredible sounds from thriving guitar and bellowing drums, you are happily thrown into the vivid world of some real role models for everyone to listen to.

It feels like they have time traveled into our world for the greater good, with an independent attitude of knowing who they are. This simple but valuable message is vocally entrenched into their loud sound and is an inspiration to those who think that copying others is the way, when actually it really isn’t.

‘What You See (Is What You Get)’ from exhilarating Stockholm, Sweden band Pressure, is that lift off into a world of fun and honest stories about being your own person. With their alt-rock edge and enthusiastically rousing entry into our lives, you feel like you have just heard a band that will stick in your memory for a while, as they make that rare-to-find memorable music that is timeless.

Hear this top new track on Spotify and get into their world on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Save our planet with love: Small Changes sings with earthy debut beauty on ‘Seasons’

Posted on 14 March 2021

With their heroic love for our precious environment, Small Changes show us the worlds stunning role to play in our lives on ‘Seasons‘.

Stockholm, Sweden and London, UK indie-folk duo Small Changes, bring that old school love of nature back to our consciousness, thanks to the wonderful vocalist/songwriters Lina Nilsson and Elisabeth O’Connor. They remind us of the earths vital importance and are here to tell their story.

“Seasons is about climate change and why we should embrace the beauty of the seasons changing.”- Small Changes

With stunning vocals that make you remember how pure life can be, these two special ladies send us a peaceful song that needs to be heard far and wide. Changing our attitude is so important and the love simmers in gracefully here with a magnificent song, that fills you up with so much hope.

‘Seasons‘ from the kind souls that transmit only positive vibes that is so welcome, in an often-dark world named Small Changes, is a stunning reminder that we need to protect the world to make sure that there is a better life for future generations, before its too late.

See the lovely video on YouTube, hear this outstanding debut track on Soundcloud and venture into their world on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Wanting the whole package: Swedish pop singer Eva No won’t settle for anything less than ‘100%’

Posted on 6 February 2021

Powered by London-based Yellow Rhinestone Records and produced by Peter Hägerås, the enthralling Eva No uplifts our hearts to ‘100%‘, with her stunning new single that will have you turning the volume all the way to full, whether your pesky neighbors like it or not.

Eva Nordell aka Eva No, is a Swedish pop singer-songwriter who loves to make music that helps you get off the couch and dance your socks right off. She dazzles with sultry but classy vocals and lyrics that gets your body moving.

The story of wanting that full commitment and nothing less streams through your happy speakers. She wants that kiss but only if her partner is willing to show her that they are the real deal and not some flash in the pan.

Her sparkling voice shines through on this vibrant pop song that has no hidden agendas, only truth and this song is so catchy, you will have it stuck in your head for days on end. This is the type of track that your whole family can enjoy and is made with love from a talented singer, that puts her heart and soul into each second here.

‘100%‘ from Swedish sensation Eva No, is a yes in terms of energetic appeal and she transforms a bad mood into a good one on this delightful single.

When you know what you want, a lot of people feel threatened by your confidence, but it definitely makes decision-making a lot easier.

Stream this exciting new single here on Spotify and see her FB for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

You desire that excitement again: Swedish act Moodblanc blend needs and realism on ‘Not The One’

Posted on 22 January 2021

Moodblanc return to bless our souls with their sensationally sensual ambiance with a love twist, on their latest single called ‘Not The One‘.

Inspired by 80’s pop, love and passionate 90’s soul, Sweden’s Moodblanc sets the mood that lights up candles instantly albeit with a warning attached, with their genuine style that alters reality in these dark times.

The vocals are so sultry and real, as they speak the truth of modern day times. You want to be with someone exciting but know that they probably aren’t the right person for you long-term. For the short-term however, this is what you want in the moment, so you can satisfy those cravings you have build up from all these times locked inside our homes. You might fall in-love however, so don’t want to waste your time with someone that isn’t worth it, as you have been let down before. This is the ultimate predicament as you gaze through window, wondering what to do.

With pure production of the very highest standard and lyrics that hit home truthfully, this is an alluring experience that leaves you pondering yourself and those relationships you have currently and from before in your life.

‘Not The One‘ from one of Sweden’s most underrated acts Moodblanc , is a testament to how life has been lately and will be for the foreseeable future. Through music however, we can distract ourselves and work about what we want in life and what type of person we wish to be with. This really is music that takes our minds off normal things and put you in a different world for a few minutes at least.

Hear this excellent track on Spotify and see more on FB.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Stay young forever: Swedish Forest Queen Matilda Lundberg is sweetly perfect on ‘Summer Child in Me’

Posted on 25 December 2020

Nässjö, Sweden born Matilda Lundberg transcends the condensed clouds up above to float down and dip her feet in the calm waters below, on her lovely new indie-folk single ‘Summer Child in Me‘.

Soulfully real and with stories of her youth, life beyond the horizon and with vocals that make you gasp with amazement, the sensual soundscapes opens up your heart, to a pureness that is so hard to find these days.

The stories of dipping her feet into the lake, remembering the coffee stained pants of her role model and speaking of going for your goals in life, shows you that she is an old soul. A thoughtful singer that opens the door into her life for a few minutes at a time, her vulnerable energies are a heartfelt gift that is wrapped in a delightful Christmas parcel for us to appreciate and treasure.

With her now introducing her band on the next single, you get the feeling that she is finding the sound that she is looking for and let’s face it, making music and memories with friends is so much better. After living in London for a while, she has opened up a new creative door in her mind and she intends walking right through it and upwards to new experiences.

‘Summer Child in Me‘ from the majestic Swedish singer-songwriter Matilda Lundberg is a piece of breath-taking beauty that can’t ever be copied. Her luscious voice lathers your tired soul with a tender touch that is like a welcome hug from a sweet angel and this is music so incredibly rare and special.

Bless your heart on Spotify and see her adventures in the forest and around the world on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Keeping it real: Swedish Pop Rockers Ghost Nation send the rubbish back to sender on ‘Blow My Mind’

Posted on 18 December 2020

The earsplitting start from Stockholm, Sweden Pop-Rock band Ghost Nation on ‘Blow My Mind‘ might just perforate your eager eardrums.

Deafening electric guitar bluster and power screams through the unwavering speakers that feel the pressure mightily as the shake from the pure booming vocals, true story and excellent background that feels like a 5 piece band at least. The exuberant duo stir up a real meal for the soul here and this is such a welcome listen.

The story about being told things that you believe at first but after further inspection, you turn to the lieutenant in your brain and they tell you to call no on this once exciting journey; that has reached the end of the tracks. The energy force field is broken here as they have thrown away the trust that you once had. When someone shows you their true colors, its very hard to forget that moment as you lose all respect for them them, no matter what happened before.

Swedish duo Ghost Nation are quite electric on ‘Blow My Mind‘ as they up the standard of Rock songs that has a Pop sprinkle into the shaker too for us to consume. The quality act have such incredible success before and for a band so young, they are certainly an outfit you want to see do well as you don’t hear class like this too often these days.

A story about how some people feed you nonsense in your ear is so valid and the message to ignore it is so valuable. In a world full of quick messaging and an almost crazy reaction mentality that does nothing to educate our youth. This is a top effort from a band that show such special self-awareness.

Stream this stomp classic via Soundcloud and see the Swedish sizzlers on their IG and FB.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Thinking about love during the festive season: Gabriel Gassi drops new romantic single ‘Time Of Year’ (feat. Malkom Cheru)

Posted on 4 December 2020
https://soundcloud.com/gabrielgassi/gabriel-gassi-time-of-year/s-c6vG8pSknpR

Set for release on the 4th December 2020, this is a happy song that gets us into the festive mood despite the horrifically difficult year our planet has faced this year. Gabriel Gassi sings with all the bells and whistles on ‘Time Of Year’ (ft. Malkom Cheru).

The Stockholm, Sweden based pop singer-songwriter brings us a lo-fi flavored festive season treats and brings along the fellow Swedish rapper Malkom Cheru who has Washington, DC roots.

The snow and the lights make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside as you remember that great times being with the family in your life. There is so much to like here as he has a soothing voice that simmers through the cold winds of a rocky year.

He cares for the family but misses his special one during this time and wishes they could be together during this time of year. The romantic nature of late December makes him think so much of when they will be able to share this time and not be so far away.

‘Time Of Year’ (ft. Malkom Cheru) is a song to enjoy with the whole family and makes things a bit better when you think about these precious moments that you can’t replace. Gabriel Gassi is a motivated individual and you can feel his passion pulsating through his veins and into his music. This is a musician that isn’t afraid to collaborate with other artists and wants to have his music heard globally. With a lot of hard work, patience and the correct strategy, that Christmas stocking should be a lot fuller in 2021.

Get into the merry mood on Soundcloud plus find out more on IG and Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen