Tag: review
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free – carol ades
Following the release of 2022’s Sadtown USA EP, Carol Ades has returned with “Free,” a bubbly pop song exploring the words she did not have when she was younger. “I had to know I’m not alone to let it out, I had to let a little go to feel it nowAnd when the lonely and…
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Loud & Proud Artist Showcase
In honor of Pride and Black Music Month, Universal Music Group partnered with GLAAD (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) to host a Loud & Proud artist showcase this June. Walking into the space, I had no idea what to expect. I was immediately greeted by an array of music videos from queer artists playing…
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Lost in Translation: The Translation
“Just like country in Nashville” it’s only Natural that Valley drops a new album that strips their hearts bare. Their sophomore album, Lost in Translation, continues their brilliant honesty and dreamy instrumentals. Valley classics and hidden gems tend to contain some of my favorite lyrics ever written. All four band members and their team put…
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Just Because – Sadie Jean
When it comes to navigating heartbreak, there is no easy fix. Sadie Jean, an artist from Orange County, California, does an impeccable job of capturing the wrestling that we often do when facing these situations in her new song, “Just Because.” Sadie has described this song as articulating “the space between holding on and letting…
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663 Days Later – Luke Hemmings at the Fonda
On August 13th, 2021, Luke Hemmings released his debut solo album, When Facing the Things We Turn Away From. It would be another 663 days before anyone would ever hear it performed live. If the name Luke Hemmings sounds familiar to you, it’s probably because he’s the lead singer of 5 Seconds of Summer, arguably…
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succession
Succession has emerged as a show that mirrors a manner of living most of us will never experience. It portrays the opulent wealth and extravagant lifestyles that only a select few attain. With that life comes decisions that are fraught with tension and potential betrayal. Succession centers around the Roy family, owners of the powerful…
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Lost in Translation in Columbus
If you have read my writer profile or seen it on the Daybreak Instagram stories, you know that the first artist on my favorites list is Valley. They’ve been on my list for the past 4 years and I finally got the chance to see them in concert at the Bluestone in Columbus, OH. Ontario…
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planet song – margot liotta
Margot Liotta, a singer-songwriter, has recently released a new single titled “Planet Song.” The title is quite fitting as it builds on the soft and dreamy sound introduced in her debut EP, No Fun At Parties, released last year. The song, an acoustic ballad about “blaming the stars,” according to Liotta, makes the listener feel…
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falling into you – wynona
So many eras are making their comeback in music, and I’ve been longing for the 90s Britpop era to have its spotlight again. Bringing back Britpop is UK duo, Wynona, consisting of Natalie and Rich. Wynona makes their comeback with “Falling Into You,” evoking a nostalgic feeling that leaves you in a trance. Throughout the…
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ok – jeremy zucker
New Jersey native Jeremy Zucker does not hesitate to spill his guts as a music artist. The singer-songwriter and producer is the internet’s sad boy, with songs that gained popularity like “all the kids are depressed” and “comethru.” He began his career on SoundCloud, signed with Republic Records, and the rest is history. But, let’s…
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Magdalena Bay
The artist of the month for May is none other than Magdalena Bay. With the release of their album, mini mix vol.3, they were easily an artist we were all excited to listen to. The duo consisting of singer-songwriter Mica Tenenbaum and producer Matthew Lewin creates synth-pop and electronic music. The visually engaging duo creates…
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when the day is done – grentperez
Filipino-Australian music artist grentperez is our latest bedroom pop craze. The 21 year-old singer-songwriter began his career sharing covers and originals on Youtube, encouraged by his brother and sister. He also found inspiration from family karaoke where he found his own style, surrounded by an environment of lively music and hidden talents. His debut single…
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april faves
April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring a blooming array of new music. I was especially lucky since a few of my favorite artists decided to bless me with new songs. To me, April is a time where change occurs at a pace that feels hard to comprehend, and sometimes you just need…
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wave to earth – flaws and all
wave to earth is a Korean-based alternative/rock band consisting of three members: Shin Donggyu (drummer), Daniel Kim (vocalist and guitarist), and Soonjong Cha (bassist). While some of the band’s songs are performed in Korean, most of them are in English. In late 2019, Shin Donggyu and Daniel Kim started creating music and were joined by…
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afterlife – juliana madrid
Dallas artist Juliana Madrid’s latest release, ‘Afterlife,’ encapsulates whimsy pop existentialism. Her approach to crafting her sound is similar to label-mates; Christine and the Queens, Charlie XCX, and Tove Lo, to name but a few. Juliana’s sound is undoubtedly inspired by those who have come before her, but her individualistic approach to making music results…
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