Metal has always been about power — the volume, the riffs, the release. But now and then, a band reminds us that real power isn’t just loud, it’s human. That’s what Madzilla LV taps into with their latest single, “A Deadly Threat.” At first listen, it hits all the marks of classic metal: fast guitars, tight drumming, the kind of vocal fire that turns a crowd into one living organism. But beneath that surface, there’s something more thoughtful at play — a quiet message beating

Celebrating ten years of groundbreaking performances, KC VITAs , Kansas City’s trailblazing vocal ensemble, announces the release of their debut album,  when we arrive at home . This greatest-hits collection from their first decade captures the essence of the ensemble’s mission: to champion contemporary choral music that is vital, daring, and deeply human. More than that, it is by turns joyful, exuberant, heartwarming, and ecstatic; a true sonic quilt. Curated from a decade o

You, Me, Us is not just fiercely powerful, pertinent, and joyful music for saxophone and piano; it gives voice to queer artists who are bringing their whole life experiences to their music. Saxophonist  Nick May and pianist  Alex Siu Lun Li  bring this vulnerable testament to the queer communities’ identity and culture through new works from living queer composers. “This album is not just a collection of recordings or another gig,” says Nick. “It is a reflection of stories

“Better Days” opens with a kind of ease that feels unmanufactured, like a song born from air and wood rather than wires. Iyla Elise leans into an organic production style that lets each instrument find its own breathing room. The guitars move between clean and fuzzy tones, and I loved how their contrast gives the track a pulse; it keeps you leaning in, waiting for what comes next. Around the halfway point, the rhythm section tightens, the guitars spark, and Elise’s voice rise

Mandu Soul Announces Upcoming Single Release “Can’t Wait” This highly anticipated new single is the second release from Mandu Soul’s new album ‘Entelechy’ OCTOBER 7, 2025 - R&B, hip hop, and pop singer/songwriter Mandu Soul is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of his all new single, “Can’t Wait.” This new single is the second track from Mandu Soul’s new album ‘Entelechy’ and beautifully captures the eloquent, upbeat heart and soul of this emerging artist. Mandu Soul g

24:1900 , the innovative online music festival spanning the globe, returns over the weekend of  6–7 December 2025. Showcasing independent artists from all 24 time zones, the festival features 24 artists (including from Los Angeles, San Francisco & Portland) performing at 19:00 local time in their respective regions—unifying the world in a truly global celebration of music. This year’s edition focuses on the democratic need to resist, culturally and politically.  “Bringing tog

Check out the new release from Brian Keefe dubbed " Dancing With The Lightning" "Dancing with the Lightning” is a song I wrote on a day when I was just thinking about saying "screw it all" and just hop in the car and start driving down the Eastern Coastline. A few stops along the way just to dip my feet into the ocean maybe. Run through a storm or two while thinking about what it would be like to just dance in that storm. Daydreaming about good things but just driving without

Cape Town-based singer-songwriter Allison Iris steps into the spotlight with her debut single, Heavy Is the Crown—a haunting and emotionally charged track that marks the beginning of a bold new chapter. Written in a single session during a period of creative exhaustion, the song reflects on the invisible weight of purpose and the cost of perseverance. Its haunting intro—born from a spontaneous melody hummed in passing—sets the stage for Allison’s raw, soul-stirring vocals tha

“Footprint” tells the story of a fleeting holiday romance—two people swept up in the joy of the moment, but with very different perspectives. For one, the connection blossoms into something more, a love they hope to carry forward. For the other, it remains nothing more than a chapter of fun in the sun, a memory destined to fade. The upcoming EP (release date TBA) will showcase six songs written around the many sides of relationships, from the intensity of lust in “Number on M

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