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Livia McKee feels like the right approach was taken in the end on ‘LOST IT’ (feat. SIGHTLINES)

Posted on 13 April 2022

Dissecting the moment when she decided that the time was right to move on from her former flaky lover, Livia McKee navigates us into this sadly-familiar story when you didn’t want to get let down again on ‘LOST IT‘ (feat. SIGHTLINES).

Livia McKee is a Nashville, Tennessee-based indie singer-songwriter who makes that pure and smooth music that lights up your day when your frown was kinda grey.

”Expresses the meaning of love and life from her perspective as growing up as a military dependent moving around the globe constantly.” ~ Livia McKee

Gliding blissfully with a transparent vision that sees everything for what it was as the attention moves on to a new place and time, Livia McKee and SIGHTLINES integrate rather tremendously together to bring 2022 something rather special. With a saucy beat that rattles your creaking bones together and featuring excellent vocals, this is a track for anyone who is relieved that they closed the door on something unhealthily poisonous.

‘LOST IT‘ (feat. SIGHTLINES) from Nashville, Tennessee-based indie singer-songwriter Livia McKee shows us a way out of any potential heartbreak that is threatening to break you in half and sap the bark off your sweet soul. This is a former relationship fueled daydream that has you into a real state of reflection, that shows you which path you might have taken if you didn’t look twice before crossing the road.

Hear this catchy new single on Spotify and see more of the vibes on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Teddy at Night feels bad but can’t help the way she makes him feel with ‘Stole Your Lover’

Posted on 11 March 2022

Taking us on a captivating journey that takes you into a time that will either thrill some or upset others, Teddy at Night is just being himself and shrugs his shoulders at anyone who brings bad vibes to the table on ‘Stole Your Lover‘.

Teddy at Night is an East Nashville, Tennessee-based indie alternative solo singer-songwriter who makes a stimulating brand of music that takes you back to the good ol’ days.

”While playing other people’s music internationally for ten years, Teddy crafted his own sound after hours under the neon lights.” ~ Teddy at Night

With an honest atmosphere that takes you into a whole new world of imagination, Teddy at Night turns up the volume and has our speakers shaking with sensual energy that will certainly spark up your attention.

‘Stole Your Lover‘ from East Nashville, Tennessee-based indie alternative solo artist Teddy at Night is a sumptuous single made by a fast-rising artist who keeps it cool and casual throughout this bedroom-busting single. This is the story about taking someone away who probably wasn’t yours – but wasn’t really theirs either – so the emotions aren’t really fussed about the potential drama that could change everything.

This is the kind of song for anyone who has felt slightly bad for a romantic situation that unfolded unexpectedly into your lap, just like you have just drawn a royal flush without even trying.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Memphis-based Subtle Citizen wonders where she went to on ‘Ghost’

Posted on 9 March 2022

With an unmistakably catchy start that gets you into the mood to dance with, Subtle Citizen tells us the story about that soul that just vanished away like a cute ‘Ghost‘ in the distance.

Subtle Citizen is a Memphis, Tennessee-based indie-rock/pop band who make a quality blend of music that has you clicking your fingers and singing along.

Soothing our senses with a delightful track that is made with a real insight into a moment that will never be forgotten, Subtle Citizen captures our attention with a fine new single – that will have your heart beating – as you bring your mind back to that moment when that future lover, flew away before you got to really know them.

‘Ghost‘ from the Memphis, Tennessee-based indie-rock/pop act Subtle Citizen, is the story all about falling for someone who perhaps isn’t quite there as you want them to be. With one side keen and the other indifferent, you get the sense that this will end up in unfortunate heartbreak for one party. Sung with a mature vocal ambience that is rather smooth and with a beat that reminds you of happier times – this is a single for anyone who has had their soul crushed – by a wondering heart who isn’t quite sure where they are currently.

Check out their new single on Spotify and see more news on their IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

MJ the Sensei and Monsieur Jovoni roll the tight bars just right on ‘ISSCALM’

Posted on 10 February 2022

Dropped from the 7-track project named ‘Many Moons‘, MJ the Sensei and Monsieur Jovoni spark up the style in a way that has you feeling like everything is going to be alright again on ‘ISSCALM‘.

Baltimore, Maryland-born Hip hop artist MJ the Sensei is joined by Tennessee-born music producer/artist Monsieur Jovoni who link up splendidly on this Shonan, Japan-based release.

MJ the Sensei and Monsieur Jovoni are quite excellent on a track that takes your mind into a better place from all the vicious distractions that are waiting for you outside if you let it consume your mind from what is real and what isn’t.

The eloquent production that is intertwined inside is flawless and has your head nodding around so smoothly, with bars that reflect greatness and gets you into the mood to achieve those goals which you have closed the door on for too long.

‘ISSCALM‘ from Shonan, Japan-based MJ the Sensei and Monsieur Jovoni, shreds through a layer of doubt and brings only a flavour that tastes so majestic. These two seriously skilled artists join as one team to make a real gem on a track here that has you feeling so laidback and calm after a long day. The old school beat reminds us of the good days when there was less madness and only good music everywhere, just the way it should be.

Listen to this top new track on Spotify and check out the IG page for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Brandon Bing loves how her love makes him feel on ‘Locked Down’

Posted on 31 January 2022

As she soaks him kindly with so much love that has him feeling that life can’t ever get any better, Brandon Bing is in a happy world that just makes him smile broadly and truly appreciate that special human in his life with ‘Locked Down‘.

Brandon Bing is a Port Orange, Florida-born indie country solo singer-songwriter who is now based in prosperous Nashville, Tennessee.

”Brandon is a serial entrepreneur and entertainment brand encompassing his music, a solar company, and a Whiskey Brand, Bangtail Whiskey.” ~ Brandon Bing

There is nothing more satisfying than seeing a musician evolve right in front of you. Brandon Bing is that ever-improving artist who seems to flourish after each release, as his voice grows more memorable and his genuine nature shines so brightly like the glowing sun after a heavy rainstorm.

‘Locked Down‘ from Nashville, Tennessee-based indie country singer-songwriter Brandon Bing is one of those happy moments that strike through any current sadness that you might be feeling. He sings with real joy and contentment, as he senses that this is what he has been waiting for his whole life. The love that he has found is so pure rather hard to find, and he is making sure that this is going to be extra special each and every day.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see his socials on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

We Know What’s Next: Boston singer-songwriter Eliot Dean Baker gives honest advice to a heartbroken soul on ‘Are We Still Dating’

Posted on 22 January 2022

As he tries his best to offer guidance to a truly authentic human that needs to hear the truth before he sinks further underground, Eliot Dean Baker sings with a stunning gusto on his latest single all about querying if that sweet lover will actually wait on ‘Are We Still Dating‘.

Eliot Dean Baker is a Woodbridge, Virginia-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based alt-pop/rock solo artist, Berklee College of Music graduate and music producer, who has had creative melodies flowing in his drum-playing veins since he was just a young boy.

”Multi-talented in singing, songwriting, and playing the guitar, piano, and drums, Eliot considers his biggest influences to be Jimi Hendrix, Prince, John Mayer, Bob Dylan, Sting, Frank Ocean, and Michael Jackson.” ~ Eliot Dean Baker

This is a seriously brilliant track from the classy talent of Eliot Dean Baker – who is surely one of the most underrated artists in the world – as he dazzles on a superb track all about being there for your friend when the chips are down.

‘Are We Still Dating‘ from the highly instinctive Nashville, Tennessee-based alt-pop/rock solo artist and music producer Eliot Dean Baker, is a sterling effort from a truly excellent musician who is clearly at the peak of his powers. With a sincere story about seeing someone who he cares about in so much pain from losing their lover due to distance, this is the warning for anyone going through the same emotional turmoil.

Sung with a scintillating velocity, this is a top effort that will have you in a highly reflective mood as you remember the one that got away.

Hear this new single on Spotify and find out more about his journey via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Leave Me Be: UNDERXTED feels like he is totally alone on ‘I D C’

Posted on 30 December 2021

Taken from his new ‘The Forbidden Tapes Vol. 1‘ from this month, UNDERXTED shows us where his mind is at right now while he fights off those vicious demons that threaten to destroy him forever on ‘I D C‘.

UNDERXTED is a small-town Tennessee-based indie rapper who makes that type of music that comes from the deepest part of his soul as he finds his way in this convoluted world.

”Starting out of a storage shed with a laptop and microphone.” ~ UNDERXTED

Reloading our ears with a contemplative look into the world which he sees, UNDERXTED sends us an emotionally-charged track – that has so many layers to unwrap – you might need some time to comprehend this offering. The vocals are intense and the beat brooding, as he draws us a vivid picture of what is currently going on as the hope he once had has been shredded into tiny pieces.

‘I D C‘ from the Tennessee-based rapper UNDERXTED, is a haunting track that has you feeling so sad about the potential outcome if you stop caring altogether. This is a dynamic artist who leads us into this web of heartbreak that he has clearly experienced before, as he shows his displeasure and disinterest with everything unfolding. With an honest melody and a consistent beat, this is the type of track that will have you looking into the mirror and wondering who in your life actually truly cares about you.

See this new video on YouTube and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Known Each Other Too Long: Tennessee pop artist Savanna Leigh wants to move on with ‘My Fault’ (Alternate Version)

Posted on 20 December 2021

After fearlessly catching her breath to focus on her own dreams with the well-received previous single ‘Girl Underneath‘, Savanna Leigh returns with a striking stripped-down performance of her highly reflective single about trying to move on from a life-changing love with ‘My Fault‘ (Alternate Version).

Savanna Leigh is a highly-driven Brandon, Florida-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based indie-pop artist and AMAX Talent model who was formally in the country-pop duo Lexanna with her sister Lexi.

“I think pop has always been where my voice fit, and that’s the type of music that I wanted to do. I just never fully pursued it.” ~ Savanna Leigh

Originally taken from her excellent 5-track EP ‘Changes‘, this new version has you feeling that this track has a truly personal edge to it as she sings with such riveting tenderness – and deep sorrow – for a past relationship that sadly ended. Her expressive eyes tell you the whole story, as her sensual voice lets you into this once incredible time, which has been wonderfully penned by a young woman who is finding her way in this confusing world.

‘My Fault‘ (Alternate Version) from the business-savvy Nashville, Tennessee-based indie-pop artist and model Savanna Leigh, is a vulnerable release from a tremendously authentic artist who isn’t afraid to show her inner heartbreak to the world. This is a truly exceptional release that shows us inside her mind, as she expresses previously-hidden emotions, to try and elevate her soul into forgiving herself for something that she can’t change.

Moving on and loving again, is the only way you can be free like a frolicking bird gliding high in the sky above.

Listen to this emotionally-charged new version via her Spotify and see her new adventures unfold via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Missing You: Sammm avoided the red flags and still feels their unwanted presence on ‘Mess That You Made Me’

Posted on 23 November 2021

As she recollects the vision of their bright green eyes that were so striking and let her into a door she wishes was closed, Sammm is in phenomenal form with a true story about a past love that still bites at you like a crafty spider on ‘Mess That You Made Me‘.

Sammm is a buoyant indie-pop solo musician and cat lover from Nashville, Tennessee. She makes that true life music all about love, life and finding yourself in this rather complicated world.

With a contemplative glimpse at a circumstance, she wished didn’t exist in her kind memory, Sammm projects a precise picture of where her life is right now on the sweetly-voice ‘Mess That You Made Me‘. There is much to love about someone who is totally equitable about what happened before – and just wants to move on from this disturbing experience – to float happily into friendlier waters.

‘Mess That You Made Me‘ from the highly promising indie-pop solo musician from Nashville, Tennessee Sammm, is a simply sweet song about a broken heart that is still trying to heal. Time hasn’t been kind and you are so frustrated at yourself for being caged in a manipulative relationship for so long, as you urge to move on but just can’t seem to at the moment. Sung with a youthful tone that sparks up your inquisitive ears, this is an artist who sings with a rare soulful style that is remarkably alluring.

Time should heal all but sometimes, you just need to find that special heart that will help you forget the past.

Hear this thrilling new single on Spotify and see more via her exciting IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Blue Like Your Eyes: Annie Scherer bravely finds her sight again on ‘Elevate’

Posted on 23 November 2021

After writing this supremely compelling song 4 years ago, Annie Scherer flies free on the self-healing single that has her in prime form on a track about breathing properly again called ‘Elevate‘.

Annie Scherer is a small-town Voorheesville, New York-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based indie classically-trained pianist, guitarist and soulfully advanced jazzy/soul singer-songwriter.

”Combining her love for rock n’ roll classics, such as the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, and alternative artists like Lana Del Rey and Lorde, she fuses strong lyrics with haunting melodies.” ~ Annie Scherer

Annie Scherer shines so brightly with her crystal clear vocal ability that is absolutely mesmerizing at times. She has the exceptional ability to truly transfix your imagination and take you into her beautifully created art, which is such a blessing to be intertwined inside.

‘Elevate‘ from the Voorheesville, New York-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based indie pianist, guitarist and singer-songwriter Annie Scherer is such a stunning experience from a courageous young woman who can see and feel clearly again. She sounds so reinvigorated and relieved that she found her soul again, after drifting away into the darkness due to a traumatic moment that almost took her down forever. This is a wonderful single which has clearly been made with so much love and is a truly inspirational release, from such a genuine artist who sings with such a rare class.

Check out this brand new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen