It’s no secret that Kelly Clarkson’s last album was an average affair. “Heartbeat Song” was an annoying lead single whilst title track “Piece By Piece” only received media attention 11 months after its initial release when she performed a stripped back version on the American Idol Grand Finale. in between giving birth to her second…
Month: September 2017
SINGLE REVIEW: Phoebe Ryan – Be Real
Last month Phoebe Ryan released one of the most underrated pop songs of the year with the healing break up track “Forgetting All About You”. She hasn’t wasted any time by putting out her next single from her forthcoming EP and its another brutally honest track. “Be Real” sees her begging for honesty in a…
SINGLE REVIEW: Zayn feat. Sia – Dusk Till Dawn
Zayn was the first of the One Direction members to go solo and whilst the others are only just releasing their debut records now he is already onto preparing for album number two. “Dusk Till Dawn” is the first taste of what new Zayn music will sound like and sees him going towards a more…
SINGLE REVIEW: Tove Lo – Disco Tits
Yes, you really are reading a review for a song titled “Disco Tits”. I mean, what a name for a lead single! But to say I’m surprised would be a lie because Tove Lo has become that artist who loves to shock and deliver concepts that make most people uncomfortable or unsure. Her forthcoming studio…
SINGLE REVIEW: Demi Lovato – You Don’t Do It For Me Anymore
Demi Lovato’s forthcoming six studio album “Tell Me You Love Me” is shaping up to be her strongest record yet. “Sorry Not Sorry” and title track “Tell Me You Love Me” have both offered two unique and mature sounds that sees her breaking the chains from her Disney past and opening up about her recent…
SINGLE REVIEW: Hailee Steinfeld feat. Alesso and Florida Georgia Line – Let Me Go
I really don’t understand this new country and dance crossover. I wish I could get it but I really don’t. It’s a trend which has come out of nowhere and everyone is jumping on but I’m hesitant. Some of these collaborations have worked and others have embarrassingly failed. Hailee Steinfeld is the next pop protege…
SINGLE REVIEW: U2 – You’re The Best Thing About Me
The last time we heard new music from U2 was when they controversially released their album “Songs Of Innocence” onto everyones Apple devices without warning. Fast forward 3 years and they are preparing the release of their fourteenth studio album and follow up record “Songs Of Experience”. This time they are releasing it a bit…
SINGLE REVIEW: George Maple – Hero
George Maple is no stranger to the Australian touring circuit. From playing some of Australia’s biggest festivals to headlining club shows she continues to impress people with her electronic pop. Her new single “Hero” sees Maple heading towards a shinier pop sound with the addition of some 80’s nostalgic synths. The sound is very euphoric…
SINGLE REVIEW: CXLOE – TOUGH LOVE
Hailing from the northern beaches of Sydney CXLOE is the new musical project of X Factor Australia alumni Chloe Papandrea. For her debut single the 23 year old songstress channels the likes of Tove Lo and Banks with the added touch of a glossy pop finish. “Tough Love” oozes electronic synths and attitude with honest…
SINGLE REVIEW: Taylor Swift – …Ready For It?
Taylor Swift is not messing around. It has only been a week since she released the lead single “Look What You Made Me Do” from her forthcoming sixth studio album “Reputation” and the songstress is already releasing a new promo single. “…Ready For It” is a bold track that welcomes a new confident sound and…