Kelly Clarkson usually delivers pop anthems that comfortably sit at the top of the charts but her new pop endeavor falls flat. “Heartbeat Song” lacks substance and fails to build and sustain a level of energy she usually creates effortlessly. The verses are quite strong and have potential but the chorus is boring, safe and…
Month: January 2015
SINGLE REVIEW: Ellie Goulding – Love Me Like You Do
Ellie Goulding has managed to steal my heart all over again with “Love Me Like You Do” from the upcoming Fifty Shades Of Grey Movie. This monstrous pop anthem builds mood perfectly and transitions smoothly from a synth led verse to a dramatic drum filled hook taking you on a rollercoaster of emotions. Her vocals…
ALBUM REVIEW: The Ting Tings – Super Critical
I may have been the only person to be excited about this comeback but The Ting Tings return to music in 2014 was pretty great. Lead Single “Wrong Club” brought a Daft Punk inspired sound to the table with an infectious hook that wouldn’t leave your head. It wasn’t a commercial hit and you probably…
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Raury
2015 will be a big year for rap newcomer Raury. You may not know his name yet but trust me, you will want to. His unique blend of rap and alternative roots is intriguing and cites influences from Kid Cui to Bon Iver. Hailing from Atlanta he spent 2014 on the road promoting his singles…
ALBUM REVIEW: FKA Twigs – LP1
FKA Twigs was one of the most talked about breakthrough artists of 2014 and her debut album deserves all the praise. “LP1” is an eclectic fusion of electronic RNB with soothing pop vocals that showcases Tahliah Barnett (FKA Twigs) as an extraordinary producer, writer and singer. Lyrically vulnerable and honest she addresses the insecurities and…
SINGLE REVIEW – Kanye West – Only One
When the clock ticked over into the New Year there were speculation that Rihanna would release a new single or that Beyoncé would drop a new album but it was actually Kanye West that surprised everyone. The egotistical genius released the emotionally fired and rap-less “Only One” accompanied by music royalty Paul McCartney on the…
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