When asked in regards to why I’ve been a critic for so long and with how exactly did I garner the longevity I have now as a media critic, I like to point out that a critic’s job is to present a perspective, and mine has a very unique value as a pansexual nonbinary Asian
Let’s start in medias res when it comes to this review. I’ve just finished listening to three songs I was listening to prior to checking out the new falling again from Georgia-based RNB and hip-hop auteur SimplyRich, those two songs being Witchy by Kaytranada and a cover of Tamia’s So Into You on triple j.
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Let me clear this out. Natalie Jean’s single, Creep is a cover from the band that we all know and love, Radiohead. Yes. A cover. I’m pretty sure that we’ve already heard a thousand covers of this song but let’s see what stands out from this version. The song started with a tad bit of
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Simple, yet well-crafted. This melodic single seizes your attention instantly, and at the same time puts you at ease with over a one-minute instrumental at the near end. “Traffic” is used as a double meaning, which honestly makes perfect sense. You’re instantly hit with catchy fills similar to lofi, but captures the indie-pop essence. Zarooni’s
I think we’ve already heard artists talk about mental health way too much to the point that it has become a cultural phenomenon. It has been used excessively, and a lot of artists have profited by creating songs about this culture. But in my opinion, blossoming‘s “Rest Your Heart” EP is as natural and raw
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What makes a good song? Is it the music, the lyrics, or how we felt listening to it? I was lucky enough to review Skeleton by CHRISTOS and Imagine the Rapper, produced by Delipres. Join me as we do a deep dive into this track and read why it’s a song that will withstand the test of time.
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This has all the potential of taking part in a movie soundtrack during a wild-goose chase, either from the point of view of the pursuer or the quarry. Either way, this song is catchy, and it’s got a nice, energetic feel to it. Imagine this being played at a small gig with everyone having a
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House of Mirrors is a track from Pete Price’s sophomore album, Pictures in Time. Let’s do a deep dive on this track and read why House of Mirrors is and will be a timeless classic. The track started with this old soul vibe mainly because of the main progression. That twangy guitar lick accompanied by
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Let me just be completely honest. When I initially listened to the track, it sounds honky. I feel like it’s not going anywhere. As a reviewer, you always look for that lasting impression and sure enough, it dawned on me. Mike Stewart Theory is not on our level. Or even on anyone’s level. Let me
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Plutography is Santa Sallet’s debut album. It has powerful 16-track songs. Yes. Yes. 16 songs. That alone will give you hours to just sit down and enjoy the music. Let’s do a deep dive and read why Plutography is a banger of an album. Let’s start with the first track of the album, “Championship Ring”.
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