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Luigi Grillo - K9 Hero Folk IT For Fans Of: Leonard Cohen, Simon & Garfunkel, Neil Young, Paul Simon, The Band & Bob Dylan, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Bob Dylan, The Band, David Crosby, Tom Petty, Poco, Bob Seger, Cat Stevens, The Marshall Tucker Band, Willie Nelson, Loggins & Messina, Jewel, The Doobie Brothers, Vince Gill, Eagles, Coffey Anderson, Marc Scibilia, Bon Iver 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 #NowPlaying #NewMusicAlert #IndieArtist #IndependentArtist #OriginalMusic #MusicDiscovery #SupportIndependentMusic #FolkMusic #IndieFolk #FolkVibes #AcousticFolk #ModernFolk #FolkSinger

John McKivergan - I've Got to Believe Christian/Gospel NH, US Overall Impression: Christian songwriter John McKivergan works through the traumatic loss of a loved one, with his release of “I’ve Got to Believe”. Performed and produced by the multi-talented Kevin O'Shaughnessy, this somber track features a rich and dynamic electro-pop arrangement, populated by lush cinematic strings and dramatic percussion alongside shimmering bells and delicate piano. Powerful and expressive vocals are amplified by the haunting score, while McKivergan's incredibly emotional lyrics attempt to wade through the grief and try to make sense of the tragic death of a child. Contemporary Christian fans can find John McKivergan's "I've Got to Believe" available now as a single, on all major music platforms. Strongest Point(s): Excellent arrangement, solid mix. Nice intro, haunting sound design that sets the stage. Great cinematic, dark electro-pop sound th...

Rawmus - Baby Mada Freestyle Reggae CT, US For Fans Of: Elephant Man, Vybz Kartel, Toots & The Maytals, Burning Spear, Jimmy Cliff, Sizzla, Peter Tosh, Damian Marley, Sean Paul, Bob Marley, Shaggy, Beenie Man, Capleton, Buju Banton, Chronixx, Protoje 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 #NowPlaying #NewMusicAlert #IndieArtist #IndependentArtist #OriginalMusic #MusicDiscovery #SupportIndependentMusic #Reggae #ReggaeMusic #RootsReggae

Michael William Reynolds - Fickle Wind Folk CO, US Overall Impression: Colorado-based singer/songwriter Michael Williams Reynolds serves up a soul-stirring, atmospheric folk ballad, with his release of "Fickle Wind". This track features a dramatically sparse arrangement, highlighted by meticulous fingerstyle guitar alongside guest artist Jessica Seibert's haunting viola in support of Reynolds' evocative vocals. Minor-keyed melodies feel ancient and pastoral here, while lyrics paint a gothic image of an abandoned home, representing isolation and emotional grief while allowing for deep philosophical reflection and personal lament. Heady themes along with a venerable, almost atavistic sound make Michael William Reynolds' "Fickle Wind" an easy recommendation for any folk music enthusiasts. Look for it now, available as a single on all major music platforms. Strongest Point(s): Excellent production and a great sounding mix. Gorgeous...

Kember Gold - Fall Hard Pop AU For Fans Of: Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, London Grammar, Lana Del Rey, Kelsea Ballerini, Selena Gomez & Demi Lovato, Kylie Minogue, Sabrina Carpenter, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Tate McRae, Ava Max, Madison Beer, Zara Larsson, Hailee Steinfeld 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 #NowPlaying #NewMusicAlert #IndieArtist #IndependentArtist #OriginalMusic #MusicDiscovery #SupportIndependentMusic #Pop #PopMusic

Catherine M Thompson - Papa's Photo Jazz Canada Overall Impression: “Little Boat Moon” finds Catherine M Thompson once again doing what she does best—crafting a world that feels handmade, heartfelt, and truly amiable. It’s an upbeat skittle-inspired folk tune that doesn’t rush or demand attention, but instead opens its arms and invites you to step inside. Catherine’s vocal presence is, as always, amiable and welcoming. There’s a natural brightness to her tone—never forced, never over-performed—that makes every line feel like it’s being sung directly to you. She carries the melody with a comforting steadiness, her phrasing soft around the edges yet confident at its core. In the end, “Little Boat Moon” is a celebration of simple love and shared escape. It’s light without being slight, sweet without being saccharine. Catherine M Thompson proves yet again that sometimes the most powerful journeys are the gentlest ones—two hearts, a small boat, and a sky full of ...