Escapism and fantasy has always been something important in pop music, and Australian rising star Kita Alexander is further exploring that side of her artistry as she delivers the first single from her to-be-announced debut album. “Queen” is a freeing and cathartic pop song that is all about letting go, and dancing by yourself when…
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SINGLE REVIEW: Dominic Fike – Dancing In The Courthouse
Dominic Fike is currently preparing for the release of his sophomore record, and to open up this next chapter he’s dropped a very personal song that perfectly sets the tone. “Dancing In The Courthouse” is a reflection of his childhood and teen years in Florida. From looking at his misbehaviour and run-ins with the law,…
FIRST THOUGHTS: Ellie Goulding – Higher Than Heaven
You may have seen the headlines floating online this week about how Ellie Goulding stated her new album is her “least personal” to date, and even joked that some of the lyrics were AI generated. Some found it really endearing and honest for her to say it wasn’t as deep as her previous records, and…
SINGLE REVIEW: Jonas Brothers – Waffle House
Jonas Brothers are at a point in their career where they are just having fun sonically. Their melodies are ridiculously catchy and their lyrics are still in-touch, but there does seem to be a playful carefree energy that is a little louder than before. With their forthcoming sixth studio album “The Album” slated for a…
SINGLE REVIEW: Maisie Peters – Lost The Breakup
If you look back over the past six years, then you will see the incredible growth Maisie Peters has had from the release of “Place We Were Made” to where she is now heading into her sophomore album era. “The Good Witch” is out June 16, and the lead single “Body Better” delivered a perfect…
SINGLE REVIEW: Catie Turner – Hyperfixations
Catie Turner’s songwriting has always been poignant and honest, but as she steers toward her forthcoming two-part project “Comedy & Tragedy”, she’s even further baring her inner-monologue than ever before. “Hyperfixations” is her first new music of 2023, and the upbeat pop-rock infused track delivers a sonic punch that follows the lead of the 2022…
ALBUM REVIEW: Maroon 5 – V
Maroon 5 are a band you can always count on and their fifth studio album “V” sees them continuing to deliver killer tracks. Over the past couple of years they have been experimenting with a more pop/electronica influenced approach. Fans always debate about whether they love the “old” or “new” Maroon 5 more but there’s…
ALBUM REVIEW: Kate Miller Heidke – O Vertigo!
Kate Miller Heidke is truly an Australian treasure in the music industry. She is an artist who constantly steps up her game with every release and always delivers an amazing live performance. Kate has recently split with her major record label and decided to go independent to allow full creative control with the release of…
ALBUM REVIEW: Karmin – Pulses
The success story of American duo Karmin is one that evolved from the pair covering popular songs on their YouTube channel. In 2012 they released their EP ‘Hello’ which featured the smash hit ‘Brokenhearted’. They then released ‘Acapella’ in July 2013 which was a huge success topping the charts worldwide. It has been a long…
ALBUM REVIEW: Beyonce
Only Beyoncé could drop an album with no promotion, single, pre orders or even a whisper and it still go number one in matter of minutes. The self titled album appeared on ITunes before an official announcement came from the singer announcing the visual album. The album offers 14 songs and 17 music videos that…