Rich Bonnin - The Highs of Love and Life Pop Texas, U.S. For Fans Of: Bruno Mars, Foster The People, Milky Chance, Coldplay, Smash Mouth, Toploader, Pharrell Williams, Queen, Gotye, Harry Styles, Vance Joy, George Ezra, Calvin Harris, Capital Cities Interested in being a New Music post? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Free Song Contest under your Special Offers menu on the RadioAirplay.com dashboard! #newmusic #original #originalmusic #Pop #Summer #Texas #TX
Mika Elizabeth - Reality Check Rock, Post-Grunge Virginia, U.S. Overall Impression: Virginia Beach-based rockers Suburban Key Party explore themes of fate and fortune, on their release of "The Wreckage." This tune features a guitar-based, straight ahead alt-rock sound, with chugging rhythms, powerful drums, and roaring guitars. Vocalist and bandleader Tom Southern gives an exceptional performance here, slipping between a spritely falsetto and a spirited rock snarl to deliver introspective and angsty lyrics that should easily connect with audiences. A half-time bridge offers up a captivating rhythmic and harmonic shift, and leads into a blazing solo from guitarist Dave Hunter. Polished production, clever songwriting, and veteran musicianship make this track an easy recommendation for any modern rock fan, particularly those with a taste for melodic post-grunge. Look for "The Wreckage" by Suburban Key Party, available now as a single on all major streaming platforms.
Strongest Point(s): Outstanding production, superb mix. Excellent tonal balance and clarity. Fantastic energy straight from the top, great intro. Terrific steady rock groove, rhythm section is locked in tight with one another. Wonderful variety of guitar tones that blend well together, creating a nice layered sound. Very modern pop/rock melodic sensibilities that should resonate with listeners. Love the bridge, it breaks up the arrangement nicely and does well to complement the song, as well as setting up a brilliant guitar solo. Tremendous vocal performance and production. Very unique and engaging rock vocal style, and a great job of filtering and stacking harmonies. The group vocals in the choruses sound amazing. Lyrical content is smart and self-aware, with an interesting topic and a relatable message of "we all make our own luck, and live with the consequences". Overall, this is a stellar track that should have broad appeal among rock fans of all ages. Incredible work, by all involved!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Pop/Rock, Contemporary Pop/Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Post-Grunge
Artist target suggestions: The Smashing Pumpkins, The Killers, Kings of Leon, The 1975, Foo Fighters, Muse, Arcade Fire, Placebo, Stereophonics, Deftones, Our Lady Peace, Hum, Silversun Pickups, Stone Temple Pilots, Spacehog Interested in having your Song Reviewed by our Professional Staff? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Song Reviews under the Special Offers menu!
About the Reviewer: Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent among the next generation of musical explorers.
Ana Roxana - Rock The Boat Pop Romania For Fans Of: Kelty Greye, Oona Rea, Avalon's Garden, Suli Puschban, al start, Carina Beldorf, Katy Pinke, Las Lloronas, Charlotte Pelgen, Esme White, Savannah Gardner, Sass N Harmony, Arielle Brown, Tiana Cicco, Jo, Spirios Maus, Ford Turrell, Kim Turrell, Xan Tyler, Patrizia Ferrara, Simone White, Good Habits, ELSA Interested in being a New Music post? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Free Song Contest under your Special Offers menu on the RadioAirplay.com dashboard! #newmusic #original #originalmusic #Pop #Love #Romania #RO
Mika Elizabeth - Reality Check Rock, Pop Illinois, U.S. Overall Impression: Superbly performed and written with a great degree of conviction, Mika Elizabeth's "Reality Check" is a thematically poignant alternative pop-rock track that manages to delicately craft a profound narrative through its gracefully emotive vocal performance and rich instrumental arrangement. Mika's voice carries a poignant emotional resonance, the delicate nuances of her delivery enhancing the song's introspective depth profoundly. This vocal performance, marked by its understated demeanor, allows the listener to connect intimately with the lyrical content in a way that is not only deeply engaging but undeniably relatable. The emotionally charged vocal performance, along with the sophisticated blend of instrumental elements, makes this song a powerful reflection on the human condition and the ongoing battle to stay true to oneself.
Strongest Point(s): The arrangement of "Reality Check" is very well-detailed and bears a great deal of both dynamic awareness and timbral variety to create a free-flowing and multi-layered listening experience that draws you in from the get-go. The instrumentation, both well-chosen and offering plenty in the way of distinct tonal characteristics provides a finely layered backdrop for Mika's beautiful free-flowing vocals to glide over. Between the ambient synth pads and their enveloping sense of atmosphere, the grit-infused momentum-creating palm-muted rhythm guitar, the delicate lead melodies, ethereal vocal harmonies, soulful organ elements, driving percussion, and unexpected harpsichord flourishes, an irrefutably immersive soundscape has been created.
The lyrics are also particularly strong and the themes they explore are certainly compelling. Reality Check" explores the struggles of maintaining a sense of self amidst external pressures and internal turmoil. The recurring lines "Every day, waking up / Making it so hard to believe" echo a daily battle with disillusionment and the difficulty of facing reality. The verses delve into the feeling of being lost in a world of make-believe, captured by the lines "All my life, I've been playing make-believe / Stuck in a daze / Living in a fantasy". Lyrically, "Reality Check" explores the struggles of maintaining a sense of self amidst external pressures and internal turmoil. The recurring lines "Every day, waking up / Making it so hard to believe" echo a daily battle with disillusionment and the difficulty of facing reality. The verses delve into the feeling of being lost in a world of make-believe, captured by the lines "All my life, I've been playing make-believe / Stuck in a daze / Living in a fantasy". Of course, with lyrics like these, an equally spellbinding vocal performance is needed and Mika most definitely delivers. Her soulful approach and understated vocal presence are the heart of the track and she navigates the arrangement with a great deal of both finesse and grace.
Thankfully, all these well-handled elements have been both captured and represented in a solid mix that boasts great clarity and technical nuance. Every distinct element has been allowed the opportunity to shine, resulting in a well-rounded and engaging production that ensures both the music and performances can come across most effectively.
Target Audience Appeal: Alternative pop-rock lovers are sure to find "Reality Check" to be an engaging listening experience.
Artist target suggestions: Adele, Billie Eilish, Stevie Knicks, Paramore, Maroon 5, Rihanna, P!NK, Nelly Furtado, Florence & The Machine, Gwen Stefani, Haim Interested in having your Song Reviewed by our Professional Staff? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Song Reviews under the Special Offers menu!
About the Reviewer: Andre is a freelance session guitarist, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar as well as teaching it, helping students learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and become proficient in home recording.
Tom Moran - Drink My Mai Thai Country, Rock Texas, U.S. For Fans Of: The Mountain Goats, Adam Agee, Jon Sousa, Mike Vass, Plonk, Ryan Young, Caladh Nua, De Dannan, The Fretless, ricca, Kruger Brothers, Andrew Bird, The Magnetic Fields Interested in being a New Music post? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Free Song Contest under your Special Offers menu on the RadioAirplay.com dashboard! #newmusic #original #originalmusic #Smooth #Alternative #UnitedStates #US
Uncle Dave - Jalapeno Wine Country, Rock Texas, U.S. For Fans Of: Uncle Dave, Bubba Bellin, Kenny Chesney, Garden Of Delight, Matt Mason, Terry Lemaster, Uncle Dave, Tyler Richton and The High Bank Boys, The Devil Makes Three, Lance Friend, Zach Top, Kenny Tagavilla, kito swu, Pito swu, William Michael Morgan, Brian Iannucci, Rockwell Country Band Interested in being a New Music post? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Free Song Contest under your Special Offers menu on the RadioAirplay.com dashboard! #newmusic #original #originalmusic #Country #Rock #Texas #TX
MusicHouse Mal - Sweet Cherry Wine Country, Americana New Mexico, U.S. Overall Impression: Country wizards MusicHouse Mal returns with yet another cracking piece of songwriting that once again manages to raise both a smile and the spirit in a way that you can't help but deeply admire. "Sweet Cherry Wine" is a buoyant celebration of life's simple pleasures, wrapped in the warm embrace of country charm. The track is a heartfelt ode to carefree days and intimate moments, beautifully captured through its down-to-earth nature and engaging musical elements. The music and lyrics come together in a jubilant celebration of love, nature, and the quiet joys of life. It's a song that feels like a heartfelt conversation with an old friend, filled with warmth, laughter, and the shared delight of simply being alive.
Strongest Point(s): The vocal performance stands out as particularly endearing, with a delivery that is both heartfelt and inviting. There's a sincerity in the voice that feels like a friendly chat on a sunny afternoon, bringing the lyrics to life with genuine warmth. The lyrics themselves are a picturesque reflection of idyllic days spent strumming guitars, fishing by the river, and savoring the joy of simply being together. lyrics are the heart of "Sweet Cherry Wine," painting vivid images of peaceful, sun-drenched days. From the opening lines, "Sitting on the front porch strumming my old six string, I closed my eyes and I drifted away", the song invites the listener to relax and drift into a shared dream of perfect simplicity. The chorus, with its joyful proclamation, "We're sipping sweet cheery wine, life is good, we're feeling fine" becomes an anthem for contentment and the beauty of small moments.
The upbeat arrangement of "Sweet Cherry Wine" is anchored by the resonant strumming of an acoustic guitar, which provides a rich and earthy foundation for the track. This solid acoustic backdrop is perfectly complemented by the delightful twang of the electric guitar, adding a layer of excitement and brightness that enhances the song's jubilant spirit. The expressive slide guitar phrases weave through the melody with a playful grace that captures the free-spirited nature of the genre perfectly. Driving the song forward is a rousing walking groove that keeps toes tapping and spirits high. This rhythmic foundation creates a sense of movement and adventure as if the listener is walking hand in hand with the singer through the scenes painted by the lyrics. All in all, MusicHouse Mal delivers another piece of charm-steeped country songwriting and it's sure to please many a music lover.
Target Audience Appeal: Country music enthusiasts are sure to find "Sweet Cherry Wine" and thoroughly pleasing listening experience.
Artist target suggestions: Willie Nelson, Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Kenny Chesney, Nanci Griffith, Iris DeMent, Waylon Jennings, Jake Owen, Alan Jackson, Jackson Browne, Guy Clark, Gillian Welch, Patty Griffin, Brooks & Dunn Interested in having your Song Reviewed by our Professional Staff? Head to your RadioAirplay.com dash and click Song Reviews under the Special Offers menu!
About the Reviewer: Andre is a freelance session guitarist, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar as well as teaching it, helping students learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and become proficient in home recording.
