Acoustic Reserve - Don't Go Now Country, Alt. Rock Michigan, U.S. For Fans Of:The Humble Cartel, Firehill, Dead Man Winter, Adrian Sutherland, Tribe & King, Tim Richards, Steve Carlson, Lost Infinities, Andrew Moore and Hooch, Kiefer Luttrell, Jason Roman, Martin Harley, Logan Bruce, Joe Stamm, Carbon Leaf, Western Medicine, Landon Hoffman, Steven Lee Ebert, The Outbounders, The Brother Brothers, Brad Cox, Luniere 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 #AltRock #Michigan #MI
Forever Epic Story - Time to Be a Hero R&B, Electronica Maryland, U.S. Overall Impression: Forever Epic Story's "Time to Be a Hero", as their name aptly suggests, is an undeniably epic-sounding track that skillfully blends R&B-infused melodies and electrifying electronica-inspired sounds with hard-hitting hip-hop elements. The song features two contrasting vocal styles: one smooth and soulful, delivering an emotive R&B flair, while the other adopts a harder-edged and intense rap style. The dynamic between these two approaches creates a captivating dialogue, underpinned by a powerful, expansive arrangement that contains a strong sense of both melody and and groove. All in all, it's a song that captures the essence of what it means to be heroic, both in action and in the heart.
Strongest Point(s): The beats are colossal and bombastic, building an intensity that complements the attention-grabbing synths and atmospheric textures. The production feels almost cinematic, enhancing the epic theme of the track. The lyrics, with their repetitive rallying cry of "Time to be a hero," convey a sense of urgency and determination. Pledges of protection and bravery are interwoven with reflections on love, courage, and destiny. Despite some abstract phrasing, the song’s message of rising to the occasion and facing challenges head-on is clear and compelling. Part of the appeal of the track is its focus on its two distinct vocal performances, each bringing with them a certain unique flavor to the track. There’s a soulful determination in the R&B-inspired vocals, as they passionately vow to “find a way”, offering a promise of unwavering support and protection. In contrast, the harder-edged hip-hop vocals deliver a rawer, more unfiltered sense of energy that cuts through the arrangement in a particularly striking manner. This style perfectly complements the song’s theme of rising to the challenge, with lyrics like “No pain, no glory” and “This is the hero’s anthem” underscoring the relentless drive and resilience powering the narrative of the track. These elements combined with the track's sense of sonic grandeur result in an irrefutably epic-sounding soundscape, one that keeps listeners firmly invested throughout. Target Audience Appeal: "Time To Be a Hero" is an interesting blend of hip-hop, R&B, and electronica styles and fans of the genre will find it to be a worthwhile listening experience.
Artist target suggestions: Kanye West, The Weeknd, Childish Gambino, Immortal Technique, Chance The Rapper, DMX, JAY-Z, Eminem, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky
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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.
Vini de Groove - Boi da Resiliência Latin, Instrumental Brazil For Fans Of:Turibio Santos, Da Lata, Marcelo Jeneci, Trabalhos Espaciais Manuais, Luca Argel, Quentin Kayser, Trio Madeira Brasil, Putumayo, Thais Morell, Renata Gebara, Elevador, Mari Q Lima, LUIZGA, iZem, Dona Selma, Forro In The Dark, DJ Andrea, Castello Branco, Rubel, Badi Assad, Toquinho, Nanan, Gustavito 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 #World #Latin #Brazil #BR
Freyda Thomas - Rise and Shine Country Pennsylvania, U.S. Overall Impression: Freyda Thomas' "Rise and Shine" is a heartfelt tribute wrapped in a warm, down-to-earth country charm that feels as personal as it is universal. From the very first notes, the listener is welcomed by an undeniably welcoming sound that captures the spirit of the country genre perfectly. The lap steel adds its unmistakable shimmer, gliding gently through the arrangement like a nostalgic sigh, while the banjo's delightful twang, played in delicate arpeggios, rings with a bright, homey cadence that perfectly complements the song's easygoing, yet poignant nature. Beneath it all, there's an understated groove, steady and dependable, almost like the heartbeat of a memory. The vocals, gentle and unassuming, carry an amiable sincerity that draws the listener in like an old friend sharing a story over coffee. There's an earnestness in every phrase, a sense of lived experience and a depth of emotion that can't be faked. The artist sings with a quiet reverence for their late mother, channeling both the tenderness of childhood mornings and the bittersweet realization of what they never fully understood until it was too late. Each "rise and shine" becomes a mantra, a phrase that once signaled the start of a new day but now symbolizes resilience, love, and the quiet strength of a woman who held her family together through life’s storms.
Strongest Point(s): The heart and soul of the track are undeniably the lyrics that tug on the heartstrings with a level of delicacy and relatability that simply cannot be denied. The lyrics paint a picture of domestic life with a graceful simplicity, capturing the everyday moments of a mother’s care—waking the children, reminding them to mind their manners, tucking them in at night. The words echo with a certain familiarity, like snippets from anyone’s childhood, yet they hold a deeper resonance as the song progresses. The artist reflects on their mother’s strength, how despite a world that had done her wrong, she remained "good and strong," always greeting the day with "rise and shine." There’s a quiet acknowledgment of her struggles, the invisible burdens she carried, which only became clear with the passage of time. The song’s arc from childhood memory to adult reflection is profoundly moving, especially as the artist contemplates how they now pass on the same words to their own children—a cycle of love and care that continues, even after their mother is gone.
The performances across the board are also strong and between Freyda's deeply amiable vocal characteristics, the tenderly conveyed harmonica and lap steel melodies, and the gentle groove-creating nature of the acoustic guitar and banjo, a rich and wholesome sound is created, one that perfectly mirrors the songs thematic inspiration. The mix also boasts a great deal of personality and opts for a more rustic, classic-sounding aesthetic than the typical over-produced sound that permeates many modern country tracks. As a result, a deeply authentic sound is created, one that adds to the track's character tremendously. Target Audience Appeal: "Rise and Shine" is a thoroughly engaging piece of country songwriting and lovers of the genre are sure to find it to be a worthwhile experience.
Artist target suggestions: Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire, Roseanna Cash, Pam Tillis, Waylon Jennings, Brooks & Dunn, LeAnn Rimes, Sammi Smith
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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.
Bloodhound Jenkins and the Moonshine Runners - Effed Around and Found Out Rock, Heavy Blues Virginia, U.S. For Fans Of:Clutch, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Wolfmother, Cam Cole, The Raconteurs, The Bravery, Fu Manchu, Kyuss, King Buffalo, The Sword, 1000mods, Dozer, The Heavy Eyes, Graveyard, Earthless, Greenleaf, Karma To Burn, The Midnight Ghost Train, All Them Witches 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 #Rock #Blues #Virginia #VA
NoriaH - OYA Dance, EDM Cuba For Fans Of:Stormsin, Grooth, Kasrmatronic, T STYLE, 20 Junior, Savalli, Avcio, Deadlock, Muneko Hp, Mark MacLeod, Felix E, GilbertoJC, Tom Baizer, Dirrek, Viziion, Gonazlo, Michael Mayer, AndileAndy, CILA, Spirith, FAIMOV, Subjaxx, Coss, DJ NaGrim, Upercent, MOON UNIT, ozanege, ulises 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 #Dance #EDM #CUBA #CU
Neil LoRe - A Most Wondrous Day Rock Massachusetts, U.S. Overall Impression: Massachusetts-based artist Neil LoRe serves up well-crafted, masterfully composed art rock, on his release of "A Most Wondrous Day." This uptempo track opens with an elegant classical guitar figure that's soon joined by electric guitars, organ, and a robust rhythm section in full support of LoRe's meticulously stacked vocal harmonies. Epic lyrics revolve around such provocative concepts as destiny, the afterlife, and even climate change, as well as examining contrasting themes of good and evil. Marked by dynamic verses, intoxicating bridges and dramatic instrumental interludes, Neil LoRe's "A Most Wondrous Day" should especially appeal to neo-prog and art rock enthusiasts. It's now available streaming, and can be found on LoRe's 2024 full-length album titled Super Cloud.
Strongest Point(s): Excellent production, solid mix. Gorgeous intro, guitar sounds fantastic and establishes the harmonic and rhythmic structure of the piece. Nice instrumentation and variety of guitar tones. Wonderful variations throughout the arrangement, nice contrast between the different sections. I really enjoyed the bridge coming out of the guitar solo, the odd time signatures and string synths add a trippy, heady quality. Awesome vocal performance and production; a delivery and style reminiscent of prime Ian Anderson, and a terrific job of laying down harmonies to give it a rich and full sound. Brilliant lyrical content; heavy metaphysical themes and thoughts on death and dying, expressed in a concise poetic fashion that rock audiences will love. All in all, this is a magnificent composition and a tremendous track that recalls the prog influences that were infiltrating pop and rock music in the seventies. Stellar work, from top to bottom! Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Pop/Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Neo-Prog, Art Rock
Artist target suggestions: Jethro Tull, The Moody Blues, Procol Haram, Gentle Giant, Kansas, Traffic, Yes, Genesis, Camel, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Porcupine Tree, Ozric Tentacles
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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.
